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Cristiano Ronaldo vs. Lionel Messi: how their stats compare on goals, career stats and awards
In Depth Portugal star scores 900th career goal but both are facing the challenges of passing time
By Mike Starling, The Week UK Last updated
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Sumo wrestling is taking a beating
Under the Radar Scandals and high-profile resignations of former stars have 'sullied' image of Japan's national sport – but could its latest star turn the tide?
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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'Arise, Sir Goldenballs': David Beckham plays the long game in quest for knighthood
Talking Point Former footballer set to be knighted in King's birthday honours after years of snubs
By Jamie Timson, The Week UK Published
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Chessboxing: the unique sport becoming a global hit
Under the Radar The sport involves a full game of chess interspersed with rounds of boxing
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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How do new stadiums affect football clubs?
In the Spotlight Everton's decision to move its men's team out of Goodison Park could be a catalyst for vital change, but there are cautionary tales too
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published
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Spain's love of sunflower seeds is wrecking its football stadiums
Under the Radar One club controversially bans 'national vice' as discarded 'pipas' shells block drains and erode concrete
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Zhao Xintong: China's controversial snooker champion
In the Spotlight The 28-year-old was implicated in the sport's biggest match-fixing scandal before coming back from suspension to take the world title
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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The UK's best golf hotels
The Week Recommends These are the country's top spots for teeing off – with standout accommodation to boot
By Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK Last updated
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Liverpool's Anfield redemption: how did they do it?
Talking Point Arne Slot's blueprint and standout player performances guide the Reds to record 20th league title
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published
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Cricket's crackdown on 'monster' bats
In the Spotlight Indian Premier League has introduced on-pitch checks to ensure bats meet strict size limits
By The Week UK Published
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The Masters: Rory McIlroy finally banishes his demons
In the Spotlight McIlroy's grand slam triumph will go down as 'one of the greatest and most courageous victories in the history of golf'
By The Week UK Published
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China's football crisis: what's happened to Xi's XI?
In The Spotlight String of defeats and finishing bottom of World Cup qualifying group comes a decade after Xi Jinping launched a football crusade
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Boat Race embroiled in 'slimy' row over trainee teachers
In The Spotlight Accusations of 'desperate ploys' as rivals argue over which rowers are eligible to race
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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The 'secretive and strange' battle for the most powerful role in sport
Under The Radar Sebastian Coe among the contenders as the International Olympic Committee gathers to choose its next president
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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