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Cancer-hit Lee Chong Wei plans to return in April
Malaysia's legendary badminton player Lee Chong Wei, who's battling nose cancer, was given a green signal by his doctor to return to training and plans a comeback to the court in April.
Pulisic to join Chelsea as most expensive American player
Christian Pulisic became the most expensive American soccer player in history after completing a transfer to English club Chelsea from Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday.
18-year-old Wang Jiahao from China joins English Premier League club
The English Premier League Wolverhampton Wanderers have signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with China's Wang Jiahao, also known as David Wang, reports Chinanews.com.
CBA all-star game starting lineups announced
The Liaoning Flying Leopards' guard Guo Ailun will lead the northern team while big man Yi Jianlian of the Guangdong Southern Tigers will lead the south squad.
Federer on winning team after facing Serena for 1st time
Roger Federer beat Serena Williams in an historic first-ever encounter between the two greats of the game at the Hopman Cup.
Over 4,000 in NW China run 10km race to welcome the new year
Over 4,000 citizens in northwest's China Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region ran a 10-kilometer race in the biting cold to welcome the new year on the first day of 2019.
Del Potro to miss Australian Open
Fifth-ranked Juan Martin del Potro will miss the Australian Open as he continues his recovery from a knee injury.
Nasri completes move to West Ham as doping ban ends
Former France midfielder Samir Nasri has completed his expected move to Premier League team West Ham on a deal to the end of the season after he finished a doping ban.
2018 China-Myanmar International Marathon held in SW China
The 2018 Ruili China and Muse Myanmar International Marathon has attracted around 9,000 participants from more than ten countries and regions including China, Myanmar, Singapore, and Germany.
Organizers of marathons sparking controversy punished
The "flag-handing volunteer" incident that attracted much attention in Suzhou Taihu Marathon has now received an official response. The race's organizer lost its graded qualification in marathon competitions as a punishment.
Roger Federer enjoys impressive start to new season
Roger Federer started preparation for his Australian Open title defense in style with a 6-1, 6-1 victory over Cameron Norrie at the Hopman Cup on Sunday.
Man City, Man United rediscover old selves in EPL wins
Manchester City beat Southampton 3-1 on Sunday to end a run of two straight losses, while United overpowered Bournemouth 4-1 to continue its resurgence under caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Chinese team completes iconic Australian yacht race
Chinese boat, Noahs II, has finished 12th in the 74th Sydney to Hobart yacht race on Saturday, crossing the finish line just over a minute behind their closest competitor.
China won't backtrack on horse-racing in Hainan
China is not backtracking on promoting horse-racing and sports lottery in Hainan. As potential key sectors to boost tourism and retail spending on the island, all such future activities will be guided by the government.
China to reject doping-tainted medals, impose criminal penalties
China will make doping a criminal offense from 2019, and athletes found to have broken the law will receive criminal punishments and jail terms.
Frenchman trying to cross Atlantic in barrel capsule
A 71-year-old Frenchman has departed on a journey across the Atlantic in a specially constructed barrel capsule, designed to use ocean currents alone to propel him across the sea.
Wild Oats XI celebrates sweet Sydney to Hobart victory
Wild Oats XI has won the 74th Sydney to Hobart yacht race, claiming line honours for the ninth time.
Water Cube to be frozen into Ice Cube for Beijing 2022 Winter Games
The iconic Water Cube that was used in the Beijing Summer Olympics has undergone a dramatic transformation to the Ice Cube, and is set to host the curling events for the Beijing 2022 Winter Games.
Comanche takes lead in Sydney to Hobart
Supermaxi Black Jack was the first yacht through Sydney Heads for the second successive year, but 2017 winner Comanche has surged into the lead in the 74th Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race on Wednesday.
Liverpool go 6 points clear after Man City slips again
Liverpool extended their lead at the top to six points by beating Newcastle 4-0 at home, after their nearest challengers Manchester City surprisingly suffered a consecutive defeat at Leicester City 2-1.