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Jose Mourinho named new AS Roma coach

Jose Mourinho has been named by AS Roma as the new coach of the Serie A team.The 58-year-old Portuguese, who has won 25 trophies in his managerial career, was sacked by Premier League team Tottenham Hotspur in April after 17…

'Iron Cowboy' pushes the limits of human endurance

After completing 50 triathlons in 50 days across all 50 US states, James Lawrence knew he could do more."The 50 wasn't close enough to know my limits," Lawrence tells CNN Sport. "That is why I am doing the 'Conquer 100.'"A…

How Hideki Matsuyama became Japan's new national hero

With one small putt, Hideki Matsuyama ascended from professional golfer to national treasure.Like Naomi Osaka before him, the 29-year-old's victory at the 2021 Masters propelled him into a Japanese superstar and a potential Olympic poster boy.By claiming a dramatic one-shot…

Hamilton sees off the Red Bulls to seize his 99th pole

Lewis Hamilton celebrated his 99th Formula One pole position after seeing off Red Bull's Sergio Perez and Max Verstappen in qualifying for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola on Saturday.Mexican Perez, in only his second race for Red Bull,…