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The heated battle over air conditioning at the Paris Olympics
In the Spotlight Athletes want AC in the Olympic Village but Paris officials are crying foul
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Tour de France: a return to the glory days?
A stellar line-up of contenders looks set to provide a vintage race
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Published
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Royal Ascot 2024: have racehorses reached peak speed?
The Explainer Some scientists believe thoroughbred horses have hit their speed limit but others say there is still 'horsepower in the genetic tank'
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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Where to watch the Euros with a pint this summer
The Week Recommends Top pubs and bars for cheering on your national team
By Irenie Forshaw, The Week UK Published
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Can England's Euros team hold their nerve?
Today's Big Question Three Lions' 'lopsided' opening win over Serbia raises more questions than it answers
By The Week UK Published
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The 'unstoppable' rise of Carlos Alcaraz
In the Spotlight Spanish wunderkind is being hailed as 'the saviour of tennis' after French Open win
By The Week UK Published
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A picture with baggage: Bukayo Saka and the Iceland fallout
Talking Point The focus on the winger after England's Euro 2024 warm-up defeat has caused controversy
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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The Augusta Masters: the pinnacle of sport
In the Spotlight The most prestigious of golf's four majors is a unique exercise in the pantheon of sports
By Farhad Heydari Published
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Artistic swimming: landmark moment for men denied
Under The Radar Hopes were high for first male in Olympic team but 'pioneer' missed the cut
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Can Caitlin Clark continue her success in the WNBA?
Today's Big Question Early struggles, but higher ratings for the league
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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The complicated Americanization of European soccer
Under The Radar An increasing number of teams are finding themselves under American ownership. What does that mean for the continent's most popular sport?
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Manchester City's controversial win – a one-team Premier League?
Talking Point The club's record success has been marred by allegations of financial foul play – and being just plain 'boring'
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published
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Esports: the big season coming to the UK
In the Spotlight Major gaming tournaments are 'running wild' this year
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Breakdancing to make its Olympics debut in Paris this summer
In the Spotlight B-Boys and B-Girls will battle for the gold for the first time in the games' history
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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