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Former Manchester United defender Raphael Varane signs two-year deal with Como

The 31-year-old won the World Cup with France in 2018.

The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2024

All the Worst Humans: How I Made News for Dictators, Tycoons and Politicians by Phil Elwood review – a spin doctor for despots

The ‘Hunter S Thompson of PR’’s tell-all about the dark arts of media manipulation, promoting Assad, Gaddafi and the Qatar World Cup, is an entertaining if feverish glimpse into a secretive industry

The Guardian - UK · Jul 28, 2024

Paris 2024 Olympics: Five things we learned on Day 1 – Dupont by name and nature

It only took the first day after the launch ceremony to relaunch all Olympic opening extravaganzas. Images and metaphors and symbols abound. Thank you Antoine Dupont, France's rugby hero extraordinaire.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 28, 2024

South Sudan's Basketball Team Makes Olympic Debut

South Sudan's inspiring basketball journey from FIBA World Cup success to Olympic debut showcases resilience and talent.

Top News · Jul 27, 2024

Who are the African athletes to watch out for at Paris Olympics?

Africa is represented in most disciplines at the Paris Games and every athlete is striving for a medal. RFI looks at a selection of the favourites.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 27, 2024

Seonaid McIntosh: To win an Olympic medal and complete the full set would be nice

Seonaid McIntosh admits that if she won an Olympic medal to add to her World, European and Commonwealth medals, she might even consider retiring…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2024

'Passing on the baton with class and grace': Rahul Dravid's heartfelt message to new head coach Gautam Gambhir - Watch

NEW DELHI: Team India's new head coach, Gautam Gambhir, starts his tenure with the tour of Sri Lanka, taking over from former coach Rahul Dravid after India's successful stint in the ICC T20 World Cup last month. Dravid extended his best wishes and shared his experiences with Gambhir in an…

The Times of India · Jul 27, 2024

'One thing that he will have to learn...': Former India coach Ravi Shastri's advice for T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav

NEW DELHI: Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri has voiced his support for the newly-appointed T20I captain, Suryakumar Yadav, as Team India prepares for its tour of Sri Lanka starting Saturday. This series, which includes three T20Is and three ODIs, marks Suryakumar's ascension to captaincy following Rohit Sharma's retirement from…

The Times of India · Jul 27, 2024

Is that Hardik Pandya or Anil Kumble at India nets in Sri Lanka?

All-rounder Hardik Pandya was spotted trying his hands at leg-spin in Anil Kumble style at the nets during India's training session in Pallekele ahead of the first T20I on Saturday, which opens India's tour of Sri Lanka.

The Times of India · Jul 27, 2024

Indian men's archery team focuses on 'team bonding' in a bid to end 36-year-old Olympic medal wait

NEW DELHI: The Indian men's archery team focused on strengthening their bond and unity on Friday, following their impressive performance in the qualification round of the Paris Games. This achievement has ignited hopes for India's first Olympic medal in archery after a 36-year wait.

The Times of India · Jul 26, 2024