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Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ football sells for $3.35 million at US auction
The football used by Diego Maradona to score the ‘Hand of God’ goal sold for $3.35 million at a US auction in August 2026.
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Dodgers beat Pirates 5-4 in 10 innings; Yamamoto loses chance for 13th win
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4 in 10 innings on August 22 at home, with Tommy Edman hitting the walk-off single.
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Klay Thompson signs two-year deal with Miami Heat after Dallas buyout
Klay Thompson signed a two-year contract with the Miami Heat on August 23, 2026, following a buyout from the Dallas Mavericks.
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Japanese Olympic figure skating pair Rikuryu announces engagement
Japanese pair skaters Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara announced their engagement on August 23, 2026.
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LeBron James leaves Lakers for 76ers; son Bronny responds to trade
LeBron James left the Lakers after eight years to join the Philadelphia 76ers, with his son Bronny commenting publicly for the first time.
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Chinese Robots Break Usain Bolt’s 100m and High Jump Records at Beijing Games
Chinese humanoid robots Lightning and Tiangong Ultra shattered human sprint and high jump records at the 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.
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Vissel Kobe dominates playoff, Chengdu extends lead, Buriram secures Thai FA Cup
Vissel Kobe won 5-0 in J.League playoff first leg; Chengdu topped CSL; Buriram claimed Thai FA Cup Sunday.
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Lionel Messi scores first goal since father’s death in Inter Miami’s 2-2 draw vs Philadelphia Union
Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father’s death as Inter Miami drew 2-2 with Philadelphia Union in an MLS match on August 19.
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MPBL Champions Abra Weavers to Compete in 2026-27 East Asia Super League Season
Abra Weavers, 2025 MPBL champions, will join the East Asia Super League starting October 2026.
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Knicks center Mitchell Robinson suffers broken right pinky ahead of NBA Finals
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson fractured his right pinky finger before the 2026 NBA Finals, with no timetable for return announced.
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Shohei Ohtani hits two homers as Dodgers beat Rockies 11-5; pitches recovery update
Shohei Ohtani hit two home runs and drove in three RBIs as the Dodgers defeated the Rockies 11-5 on August 17, 2026.
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Cristiano Ronaldo says 2026-27 season likely his last before retirement
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, told Vogue the upcoming 2026-27 football season will probably be his final as a professional player.
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Jacob Misiorowski sets MLB record with 57 pitches over 100 mph in Brewers win
Jacob Misiorowski set a Major League Baseball record by throwing 57 pitches at or above 100 mph in a single game for the Milwaukee Brewers.
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Mike D'Antoni inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame, recalls 'Linsanity' as career highlight
Mike D'Antoni was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on August 16, 2026, citing the 'Linsanity' period as his most memorable coaching moment.
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Anglo-Chinese Junior College wins National School Games A Div netball title with comeback over Victoria JC
Anglo-Chinese Junior College reclaimed the National School Games A Division netball title on May 25, beating Victoria Junior College 46-41 after a comeback win.
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Joshua Báez first MLB player with home runs in first three career at-bats
Rookie outfielder Joshua Báez hit three home runs in his first three MLB at-bats to lead the Cardinals over the Cubs 8-4 on August 15, 2026.
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Romantic Warrior wins Hong Kong Triple Crown with Champions & Chater Cup victory
Romantic Warrior secured the Hong Kong Triple Crown by winning the Champions & Chater Cup at Sha Tin on May 24, 2026.
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LeBron James to debut for 76ers against Knicks on 2026 NBA opening night
LeBron James will make his Philadelphia 76ers debut on October 20, 2026, facing defending NBA champion New York Knicks.
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Red Sox beat Athletics 13-1 with Payton Tolle's 14 strikeouts, extend winning streak to 9 games
On August 8, 2026, the Boston Red Sox defeated the Oakland Athletics 13-1 at Fenway Park, led by Payton Tolle's 14 strikeouts over six innings.
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Chelsea undecided on Mykhailo Mudryk's future after doping ban clearance
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says no decision has been made on Mykhailo Mudryk’s future after the winger was cleared to play again following a doping suspension.
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Lionel Messi returns to play after father’s death as Inter Miami exits Leagues Cup
Lionel Messi returned to Inter Miami after his father’s death but the team lost 3-2 to Club Leon, eliminating them from the Leagues Cup.
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Drake loses $1.5 million bet after Argentina falls to Spain in 2026 World Cup final
Drake lost a $1.5 million bet on Argentina to win within 90 minutes as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time.
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England to face Argentina in 2026 World Cup semi-final amid heavy pressure on reigning champs
England will play Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semi-final on July 16 at Atlanta Stadium, with England defender Marc Guehi saying pressure rests on reigning champs Argentina.
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Drag race crash in Kotamobagu, Indonesia kills up to 8 and injures 9 spectators
A car lost control after a drag race in Kotamobagu on August 9, hitting spectators and killing 7 to 8 people, injuring 9 seriously.