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China's Ding Junhui advances at Snooker International Championships
Chinese number one snooker player Ding Junhui beat compatriot Xiao Guodong to reach the last 16 of the 2019 Snooker International Championships.
Chinese world champion swimmer Ning Zetao on role as Ligue 1 ambassador
France's Ligue 1 has appointed former swimmer Ning Zetao as their Ambassador to China.
Maguire becomes most expensive defender with move to United
Manchester United made Harry Maguire the world's most expensive defender on Monday, signing him from Leicester for around $100 million.
Zheng upsets Sabalenka to win first WTA title in San Jose Open
Zheng Saisai captured her first WTA title at the San Jose WTA Open, shocking world number 10 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus in straight sets in the final.
Hamilton beats Verstappen in Hungary F1 thriller
A bold strategy call from Mercedes helped Lewis Hamilton snatch the lead of the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix from Red Bull's Max Verstappen with just three laps to go, with the Briton taking his eighth victory of the 2019 season.
Chinese shuttlers win two titles at Thailand Open badminton
Top seeded Chen Yufei clinched the women's singles title after beating Ratchanok Intanon in straight games, while Wang Yilyu and Huang Dongping won the mixed doubles final at the Thailand Open on Sunday.
China's women volleyball secures Olympic slot by beating Turkey 3-0
China claimed the ticket to the 2020 Olympic Games following their 3-0 triumph over Turkey in the Tokyo Volleyball Qualification women's Pool B tournament on Sunday.
Yao Foundation striving to encourage Chinese teenagers to enjoy basketball
Former NBA star Yao Ming said on Sunday that the primary aim of his Yao Foundation, which introduced a basketball season to Chinese primary schools in 2012, is to motivate children in the country to enjoy basketball.
Messi suspended from Argentina for 3 months for comments
Soccer body CONMEBOL suspended Lionel Messi from international matches with Argentina for three months because of accusations of corruption he made at the latest Copa América.
Official emblem, mascots unveiled for 14th Chinese National Games
The emblem and mascots of the 14th Chinese National Games, respectively named "Jade Bi" and "The four most precious endangered animals in Qinling Mountains", were unveiled on Friday.
200m Asian record holder Xie beats Su Bingtian in national trial
Xie Zhenye came from behind to overcome Su Bingtian in the men's 100m final at China's national trials on Friday.
Former WADA President hits out at Australian hypocrisy on doping
After the failed drug test of freestyler Shayna Jack, former President of the World Anti-Doping Agency, Dick Pound, has hit out at Swimming Australia and the country's "holier than thou" attitude towards doping.
Pepe becomes Arsenal's record signing, Leao also leaves Lille
Ligue 1 runners-up Lille on Thursday announced the departure of attacking duo Nicolas Pepe and Rafael Leao to Arsenal and AC Milan respectively.
FIFA Women's World Cup to feature 32 teams from 2023
FIFA announced on Wednesday that its Council has unanimously agreed to a proposal to expand the number of participants at the FIFA Women's World Cup from 24 to 32 as of the next edition of the tournament in 2023.
7th Military World Games torch relay starts from Nanchang
A torch-lighting ceremony for the 7th Military World Games was held on Thursday in Nanchang in east China's Jiangxi Province, cradle of the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
Ex-Ferrari boss: Michael Schumacher is 'making progress'
Michael Schumacher, one of the greatest racing drivers in Formula One history, "is making progress" with his recovery, according to Jean Todt, former boss of Scuderia Ferrari and long-time friend of the German legend.
Ronaldo, Messi among nominees for Best FIFA Men's Player honor
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are among 10 nominees announced by FIFA on Wednesday in the run for the Best FIFA Men's Player award.
Genesio replaces Schmidt to coach Beijing Guoan
Chinese Super League powerhouse Beijing Guoan confirmed coach Roger Schmidt's dismissal and announced the appointment of Bruno Genesio on Wednesday.
Brazilian police dismiss rape claim against Neymar
Brazilian police said Tuesday they have decided there are no grounds to bring rape charges against soccer star Neymar. And they're investigating whether his accuser filed a false report.
Donadoni appointed head coach of CSL side Shenzhen Kaisa
Former Italian national football team coach Roberto Donadoni has been appointed as head coach of Shenzhen Kaisa, the Chinese super league club announced on Tuesday.