Messi sets new record with hat trick in victory

AP - BARCELONA, SPAIN – Lionel Messi scored a hat trick to emphatically break the Spanish League’s all-time scoring mark in Barcelona’s 5-1 win over Sevilla on Saturday. Messi, already Barcelona’s all-time scorer, surpassed Athletic Bilbao great Telmo Zarra’s milestone of 251 goals that had stood untouched since 1955. Messi equaled Zarra’s mark in the 21st minute and added goals in the 72nd and 78th to claim the record for himself. “I have...

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Lewis Hamilton wins second F1 championship with victory at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton has been crowned motor racing's Formula One champion after winning the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. It's Hamilton's second championship victory, having won in 2008. Deutsche Welle - Lewis Hamilton's 11th win of the 19-race season secured the title and he joins British drivers Jim Clark and Graham Hill in the two-championship club; Jackie Stewart has three to his name. Nico Rosberg, Hamilton's teammate and the season's runner-up,...

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Davis Cup 2014: Roger Federer finishes the job to clinch Swiss triumph

Davis Cup: Federer masterclass sees Switzerland win the competition for the first time. 17-time grand slam winner beat Richard Gasquet to set up Swiss' 3-1 victory It was the last major trophy missing from his collection, but after Roger Federer won the Davis Cup for Switzerland here on Sunday he insisted this was “one for the boys”. Having secured his country’s first victory in the 114-year history of the team competition by beating Richard...

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Paris Masters: New dad Novak Djokovic returns to action

Novak Djokovic says he is not concerned about his number one ranking as he returns to action after becoming a father for the first time. BBC Sport -- The Serb, 27, plays his first match at the Paris Masters on Tuesday since wife Jelena Ristic gave birth to son Stefan. Philipp Kohlschreiber is Djokovic's first opponent since he lost to world number two Roger Federer in Shanghai earlier this month. "I feel like I'm already number one becoming...

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Carlos Tevez to return to Argentina fold after three years in international wilderness

The former Manchester City striker hasn't figured for the Albiceleste since missing a penalty in the 2011 Copa America Carlos Tevez is set to make a sensational return to international football in England next month after years in the Argentina wilderness. And the Juventus forward could make that comeback at his old stomping ground, Old Trafford, where Argentina will play Portugal in a mouthwatering friendly on November 17. Tevez last...

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ATP Valencia Open: Andy Murray takes title after marathon final against Tommy Robredo

Andy Murray virtually assured himself of qualifying for the ATP World Tour Finals by battling to a 3-6 7-6 (9-7) 7-6 (10-8) win over Tommy Robredo in the Valencia Open final. Andy Murray Saved five match points before edging out Tommy Robredo Sky Sports -- Just like in the Shenzhen Open final between the two a month ago, the British No 1 saved five match points in a dramatic contest which lasted 3 hours 19 minutes. The victory gives Murray...

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Manchester United eye Ezequiel Garay transfer as Louis van Gaal aims for defensive fix in January

The long-term Manchester United target could finally move to Old Trafford if Louis van Gaal gets his way Mirror.co.uk -- Louis van Gaal has identified Argentina hard man Ezequiel Garay as the player to fix Manchester United’s leaky defence. United sent two scouts to watch the Zenit St Petersburg centre-half play in the Champions League against Bayer Leverkusen on Wednesday with a view to making a January bid. Although Garay only joined...

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Angel Di Maria is Leading the Manchester United Transformation

Club Manchester United; for some, it is one of the biggest clubs in the world. For many, it is the biggest club in England. But, for all, it is going through one of the largest transformations in its history. Louis Van Gaal arrived in the summer along with a clutch of stars to start this process. The hopes for the die-hard followers are a little subdued because no one is sure if Van Gaal will lead the revival (like he did at Bayern) or if United...

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Air Force captain proposes to Cardinals cheerleader during Arizona game

A recently-returned from the Middle East officer in the Air Force proposed to his NFL cheerleader girlfriend on the field Sunday before a game. Captain Erick Straub dropped to one knee and proposed to Arizona Cardinals cheerleader Claire Thornton, 23, in front of a packed University of Phoenix Stadium just before the team's game against the Washington Redskins, according to USA Today. She said yes. Straub, dressed in full uniform, popped...

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German Misfortune Hands Poland a First

Germany fell 2-0 in Poland in a EURO 2016 Qualifying encounter. This was the first ever victory for the hosts over the world champions at the senior international level. The men that will go down in history are Arkadiusz Milik and Sebastian Mila, as they scored in the second half to decide the matter. Poland lined up in a 4-4-2, allowing Robert Lewandowski to team up with Milik up top to really put pressure on the German back four. The visitors...

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LeBron James surprised by comments from former Heat teammates

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James said Friday that he was surprised by recent comments from former Miami Heat teammates. Dwyane Wade said in recent interview that last "last year wasn't fun," while Chris Bosh, who initially said he had not spoken with James since the announcement of his decision to leave Miami, clarified this week that he spoke briefly with the four-time MVP at Wade's Aug. 30 wedding. On Thursday, Bosh said there are...

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Cristiano Ronaldo ready to make SHOCK move to Man City OR return to Man Utd

CRISTIANO RONALDO is determined to leave Real Madrid at the end of the season after falling out of love with the club. By John Richardson / Express.co.uk -- He has recently publicly aired his frustrations at the club selling influential players like Angel Di Maria to Manchester United and Xabi Alonso to Bayern Munich. The 29-year-old world player of the year, who moved to the Bernabeu in the summer of 2009 from Manchester United for a then...

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USA shoot past Serbia to win 2014 title, retain world crown

The USA beat Serbia 129-92 to successfully defend the world crown they won in Turkey in 2010 MADRID (FIBA Basketball World Cup) - The United States shot their way to the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup title by hitting 15 three-pointers in a 129-92 victory over Serbia in Sunday's Final to become the first repeat world champions since 2002. Kyrie Irving and James Harden combined to hit nine of 11 three-pointers and scored 26 and 23 points respectively...

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Angel Di Maria inspires first win for Louis van Gaal as Radamel Falcao makes debut

Manchester United won for the first time this season as their new-look side tore apart a poor QPR at Old Trafford. By Sam Wallace / The Indepentent -- There is no mistaking the gentle hum of a satisfied full-house at Old Trafford, a noise that acknowledges victory is assured, the universe is in its proper order and the only quandary for the locals is whether to nip to the car early and risk missing the last goal in a rout. Most Manchester...

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Liga - Atletico stun Real Madrid at Bernabeu

Arda Turan's late winner gave last year's Liga champions a 2-1 win over the Champions League winners in a pulsating Madrid derby. Euro Sport -- Atletico Madrid secured a magnificent away 1-2 victory to consign their great rivals Real Madrid to their worst start to a league campaign in nine years, leaving manager Carlo Ancelotti under huge pressure. The visitors took the lead after just 10 minutes when Tiago was left unmarked to head home...

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Manchester City deny Arsenal in thrilling draw

Premierleague.com -- Martin Demichelis's header rescued a 2-2 draw for Manchester City in an enthralling Barclays Premier League contest against Arsenal. Goals after the break from Jack Wilshere and Alexis Sanchez had eclipsed Sergio Aguero's first-half opener and appeared to have handed all three points to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. However, the City centre-back Demichelis crashed home a header with seven minutes remaining to ensure...

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Michael Hooper scores two tries as Wallabies escape with 32-25 win over Argentina

THE Wallabies have held out a fast-finishing Argentina to claim a 32-25 victory in their Rugby Championship clash on the Gold Coast.  Herald Sun -- THE switch-off boys of world rugby nearly sunk in sport’s Bermuda Triangle when the Wallabies were too soft to bury Argentinia. The smallest Test crowd to watch the Wallabies on home soil this century gave the 32-25 victory the muted applause it deserved on the Gold Coast. Whole rugby...

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All Blacks hold on in gripping finish

The New Zealand Herald -- New Zealand 14 - South Africa 10. No wonder everyone loves a game against the Springboks - they are what test football is all about. The All Blacks were taken deeper into themselves than they have been at any other time this year to find the victory they desperately wanted. The ending was World Cup tight. The All Blacks will know they were hanging on and maybe lucky to get home in the end. But got home they did...

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Former F1 champion Schumacher leaves hospital for home

BuenosAiresHerald -- Michael Schumacher has left hospital to continue his recovery at at home but the former Formula One champion faces "a long and difficult road ahead" after his skiing accident last year, a statement said today. "Henceforth, Michael's rehabilitation will take place at his home. Considering the severe injuries he suffered, progress has been made in the past weeks and months," said the brief statement issued by manager Sabine...

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Cilic serves his way to first Grand Slam title

By Clair Maciel - USOpen.org -- Marin Cilic played nearly flawless tennis to secure his first US Open title, defeating fellow upstart Kei Nishikori, 6-3, 6-3, 6-3, on Monday in Arthur Ashe Stadium. WHAT HAPPENED: Not since the 2005 Australian Open had there been a major final contested without one of the ATP’s Big Four. But the 2014 US Open final broke that trend, as giant-slayers Kei Nishikori and Marin Cilic blitzed their way past top seeds...

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UCI BMX Supercross World Cup: Phillips and Pajon win time trials finals in Santiago Del Estero.

UCI -- South American fans had found their way to the BMX track in Santiago Del Estero to witness the only stop on their continent. The local Diaz sisters didn't disappoint and both qualified for Sunday's programme. Veteran Gabriela did so by winning all her heats and qualified in second behind Alise Post (USA). Mariana Diaz qualified in 15th position and will be mixed in the program with 23 other girl riders who qualified today (Saturday) plus...

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Argentina knocked out of FIBA World Cup

Buenos Aires Herald -- Brazil crushed Argentina's dreams for a place in the FIBA World Cup quarter-finals with a 85-65 victory in a clash where the Southamerican rivals left it all on the court. The Brazilian team, coached by Argentinean Rubén Magnano, will take on Serbia on Wednesday at 6 pm. in the quarter-finals. Julio Lamas' men had qualified for the last-16 after winning three of their opening five games. Victories against Puerto Rico,...

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Hamilton triumphs, Mercedes dominate Monza

Deutsche Welle -- Lewis Hamilton has won the Italian Grand Prix, despite a difficult start at F1's fastest track. Championship rival and teammate Nico Rosberg finished second, while Mercedes motors nearly monopolized the points. Mercedes-powered drivers Lewis Hamilton, Nico Rosberg and Felipe Massa locked out Monza's podium on Sunday, with Mercedes-engined cars claiming seven of the ten points-paying positions in Italy. Formel 1 Grand Prix...

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