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UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider Tadej Pogacar celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win Stage 4 of the 2026 Vuelta a Espana. AFP

Pogacar solos to sensational Stage 4 win at Vuelta a Espana

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Cole Palmer, left, and Morgan Rogers were both on the scoresheet in Chelsea's victory at Fulham. Getty Images

Palmer dazzles with Chelsea front three all on target against Fulham

Joao Pedro broke the deadlock after 31 seconds before Morgan Rogers marked his debut with a goal in 3-2 win

Pogacar pulls over peloton as hailstorm forces Vuelta stage to be abandoned

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Savinho has signed a long-term contract with Tottenham Hotspur. Reuters

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Mohamed Salah and Fabinho during their time as teammates at Liverpool. Reuters

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Alexandra Eala of the Philippines has enjoyed another standout season, winning two WTA titles. AFP

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Alexandra Eala of the Philippines defeated Jessica Pegula of the US in the final of the Mubadala DC Open in Washington. AFP

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