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A trio of Russian fencers hope to obtain US citizenship and compete for Team USA after fleeing their homeland. Their actions haven't gone down well in Russia.

Four National Hockey League players have been charged with sexual assault in London, Ontario, according to their respective lawyers. Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Carter Hart and Calgary Flames forward Dillon Dube are among those charged, according to ESPN.

Morocco became the latest giants to be toppled at a shock-filled Africa Cup of Nations when they fell 2-0 to South Africa on Tuesday, while Mali also booked a quarter-finals place.

A week ago, it looked as if the Ivorians were set for a humiliating group-stage exit from their own Afcon, but now they are into the quarterfinals after beating Senegal 5-4 on penalties following a tie that finished 1-1 at the end of extra time.

DR Congo dump out seven-time Africa Cup of Nations winners Egypt after an epic penalty shootout. Meanwhile, Guinea break Equatorial Guinea's hearts with a last-gasp goal to reach the quarter-finals.

The performances of teams such as Cape Verde and Equatorial Guinea, who won their groups against top opponents, have excited fans during the Afcon. But is the level of the big teams also dropping?

President Emmanuel Macron has made a series of announcements aimed at making France a great sporting nation and helping young people be more active. Some have welcomed the initiatives, but others say they fall short.

AC Milan and goalkeeper Mike Maignan walked off during their Italian top flight game against Udinese, following racist abuse from the stands. FIFA, in response, suggested a forfeit rule for clubs whose fans misbehave.

Paris is preparing to hold the Olympics this summer, but did you know that the last time the French capital hosted the Games was exactly 100 years ago? Much has been forgotten about the 1924 Olympics, but records were broken, champions were made and more women athletes took part than ever before.

Since the Taliban took power in Afghanistan in 2021, woman's rights have been subject to far-reaching suppression, including a ban on female participation in sport. While some female athletes continue to bravely practice their sport inside the country, many others have fled.

Jannik Sinner downed defending champion Novak Djokovic 6-1 6-2 6-7(6) 6-3 at the Australian Open on Friday to hand the top seed his first defeat at Melbourne Park in six years and power into his maiden Grand Slam final.

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