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Hidden Talent: French Olympic Star Leon Marchand Opts For Disguise

French Olympic swimming hero Leon Marchand said Wednesday his record-breaking exploits in the Paris pool have changed his life so much that he often needs to don a disguise to evade attention. The 22-year-old won all four of his individual races at the Games -- the 200m butterfly, 200m breaststroke and 200m-400m medley double. It thrust him into elite company as the first male swimmer to do so at a singles Games since American legend Michael Phelps in 2008. However, fame has its occasional downside.

Jugraj Singh: India's New Hockey Star Who Sold Water Bottles At Attari Border

Jugraj Singh emerged as the unlikely hero for the Indian men's hockey team as he scored the winner against China in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 final. There was no goal in the first three quarters of the summit clash but Jugraj was able to find the back of the net in the 51st minute to guide his side to a record-extending fifth title. It was a rare goal for the 27-year-old who plays as a centre-back but its importance was not lost on anyone. It was a shining moment for Jugraj who used to sell tricolour flags and water bottles to tourists at the Attari-Wagah border to help his family financially.

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua meeting set at Wembley Stadium after Eddie Hearn admission

Anthony Joshua could be greeted by Tyson Fury at Wembley this weekend.

Mariners fall as flying bat, gaffe on bases kill rally vs. Yankees - ESPN

SEATTLE — With their playoff chances slipping away, the Seattle Mariners found a painful new way to lose.

Manchester United have just unlocked the key to giving Kobbie Mainoo his sparkle back

Kobbie Mainoo had a smile on his face and was in a playful mood on Tuesday night.

Alejandro Garnacho has proven Ralf Rangnick Manchester United assessment right

For a player who has started just two games so far this season, Alejandro Garnacho's attacking output already makes for very good reading.

WNBA rookie rankings: Caitlin Clark beats out Angel Reese - ESPN

The most anticipated regular season for WNBA rookies reaches its conclusion this week, with the final games taking place Thursday. Some of those rookies will be extending their seasons into the first round of the playoffs — and possibly beyond — while others will begin an offseason of recovering from injuries and working on their games.

Watch: Woman Takes Selfie With Neeraj Chopra, Asks For Number. His Reply Is...

India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra enjoys a massive fanbase around the world and it was once again in full display in Brussels, Belgium where he took part in the Diamond League Final. Although Neeraj missed out on the title by the smallest of margins, the fanfare around him did not diminish even a bit. In a video going viral on social media, two female fans were seen asking for a selfie with him. Neeraj obliged but when he was walking away, one of the fans asked if she could have his phone number. Neeraj politely declined the request leaving the fan slightly disappointed.

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Hidden Talent: French Olympic Star Leon Marchand Opts For Disguise

Jugraj Singh: India's New Hockey Star Who Sold Water Bottles At Attari Border

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua meeting set at Wembley Stadium after Eddie Hearn admission

Mariners fall as flying bat, gaffe on bases kill rally vs. Yankees - ESPN

Manchester United have just unlocked the key to giving Kobbie Mainoo his sparkle back

Alejandro Garnacho has proven Ralf Rangnick Manchester United assessment right

WNBA rookie rankings: Caitlin Clark beats out Angel Reese - ESPN

Watch: Woman Takes Selfie With Neeraj Chopra, Asks For Number. His Reply Is...