The Matildas will be at the Olympics for a third time in a row, and will be hoping to win a medal for the first time ever after going close at the Tokyo Games. They come into the Olympics in good form on paper officially remaining undefeated in 2024 — their loss over Canada took place in 'B international rules', meaning it doesn't count as an official international match — though their performances at times have left a lot to be desired.

Matildas predicted lineup for Olympics: Injury issues cloud starting 11 selection for Australia

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SYDNEY (AP) — Reds backrower Harry Wilson has been recalled for the first time since 2022 and a rugby sevens flyer has been given a debut among 10 changes to Australia’s starting lineup for Saturday’s test against Georgia. Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt continued to rotate through his...

Australia makes 10 changes for rugby test against Georgia

Galle Marvels will go head to head against Jaffna Kings in Thursday's 1st Qualifier of the Lanka Premier League 2024. This is the third meeting between the sides in the tournament with each holding a 1-1 win-loss record. The winner of this match will directly qualify for the finals and the loser will get another chance to feature in the Qualifier 2.

GM vs JK: Check our Fantasy Cricket Prediction, Tips, Playing Team Picks for Lanka Premier League 2024, Qualifier 1 on July 18th

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Here's a closer look at all of the events, lineups and more for this year's WNBA All-Star Weekend.

WNBA All-Star schedule 2024: Times, TV channels, lineups for Team USA game, 3-Point Contest, Skills Challenge

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Derrick Henry takes care of his body like few others in the NFL, and it has paid off.

Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry reportedly spends $240,000 a year on body maintenance

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

The USTA today released the men’s and women’s singles entry lists for the 2024 US Open. Click to view the full entry lists: Men’s Singles | Women’s Singles. World No. 1s Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek lead their respective fields, followed by reigning US Open champions Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff, who are both ranked No. 2 in the world. World No. 3s Carlos Alcaraz, who has won the past two Grand Slam men’s singles titles, and Aryna Sabalenka, the reigning Australian Open champion, round out the top entries.

U.S. Open Singles Entry Lists Announced

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Team USA defeated Serbia with Stephen Curry putting on a clinic in Abu Dhabi as both teams gear up for Paris 2024.

Team USA vs. Serbia: Live score, updates from Olympics tuneup

Dylan Edwards helped New South Wales claim a brilliant State of Origin series victory in enemy territory for only the third time during a decider in Brisbane. The fullback was his usual tireless self at the back for the Blues on his way to claiming Player-of-the-Match honours in the 14-4 victory, which stole the shield out of Queensland's grasp for the first time in three years.

Dylan Edwards injury updates: Diagnosis, return date as Penrith Panthers fullback injures knee in Origin decider

Tiger Woods has won three Open Championships, and Royal Troon has hosted nine. Never, though, has Woods won an Open Championship at Royal Troon. The 48-year-old golfing legend said before this week's event that "I'll play as long as I can play and I feel like I can still win the event," as he dismissed talk of potential retirement.

Tiger Woods live score: Updated British Open leaderboard, results, highlights from Friday's Round 2 at Royal Troon

An awkward exchange between the two SEC personalities.

Lane Kiffin thanks Paul Finebaum for getting him fired

Nia Jax hit below the belt against WWE Women's Champion Bayley on SmackDown, almost quite literally, but her accusation of 'BBL Bayley' has BACKfired in a BIG way.

WWE Summerslam Drama: Bayley claps back at Nia Jax accusation of ‘BBL Bayley’ that went viral

WNBA All-Star Weekend comes one week before the 2024 Paris Olympics, which allows the league's best players to attend the summer showcase. The caveat is that many of the top players will be wearing United States jerseys rather than WNBA All-Star threads. Rather than the typical East vs. West, the game will be WNBA vs. USA, as the U.S. women's national team will use the event as an Olympic tune-up.

WNBA All-Star Game rosters 2024: Full list of starters, reserves for USA vs. WNBA teams

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Do you believe in genuine friendship? Finding a loyal and reliable friend is tricky nowadays. Many people are two-faced and like using their loved ones’ weaknesses to attack them.

5 Zodiac Signs That Make The Best Friends

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Will the Big Ten expand to 20 teams? Not with these two major programs says one college football insider

College football insider says Big Ten wants nothing to do with two major programs

It is confirmed that Ben Bartram will join Wimbledon champion Alfie Hewett in Paris.

County's tennis duo make Paralympics squad

The only tournament to host a grass court tournament after Wimbledon, the ATP Newport 2024 Open is into the business end of the week. As ever, we at LWOT preview and predict the remaining two quarterfinal clashes for you. ATP Newport Day 5 Predictions. Alex Bolt vs Marcos Giron. Head...

ATP Newport Day 5 Predictions Including Christopher Eubanks vs Aleksandar Vukic

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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 Hearts vs Tottenham - LIVE!Tottenham kicked off their pre-season schedule with a thumping 5-1 win over Hearts at Tynecastle. Ange Postecoglou’s side will travel to Japan and South Korea later this month, with a double-header against Bayern Munich to come, but first it was a trip to Scotland for their opening match of the summer.A strong starting lineup gave Tottenham a 1-0 lead at the break, Brennan Johnson with the goal, before 11 changes were made at the break.  Emerson Royal’s error inside a minute of the restart gave Lawrence Shankland the chance to equalise, but Spurs then ran riot to ensure it was a successful start to pre-season. Mikey Moore, the 16-year-old, offered a further glimpse of his potential with sharp work in the box, before Djed Spence and Ashley Phillips got themselves on the scoresheet too.Postecoglou’s side now face QPR on Saturday, before turning their attention to the tour to Asia.

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With just nine days to go until the start of the 2024 Paris Olympics, athletes from Team GB have been gearing up for the Games - and many are travelling from Yorkshire to compete. Among them are former medallists including Harrogate diver Jack Laugher, Leeds mountain biker Tom Pidcock and...

Meet the Yorkshire Olympians competing in Paris

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When will the 2024-25 A-Leagues season begin? Dates and schedule of Australian football competition

The 2024-25 A-Leagues season is fast approaching, with teams in both the men's and women's competitions ramping up their preparations for the season. In the A-League...

When will the 2024-25 A-Leagues season begin? Dates and schedule of Australian football competition

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