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Rugby World Cup: French player denies accusations of racism

Just days before the Rugby World Cup kicks off, French player, Bastien Chalureau, has insisted he is not racist amid an outcry over his call-up to the French squad. The Montpellier player was sentenced in 2020 for a racially motivated attack on two other rugby players but appealed the decision. FRANCE 24's Laurent Berstecher has the story.

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Man City win historic fourth straight Premier League title

Manchester City created English football history on Sunday, overcoming West Ham 3-1 to win their fourth straight Premier League title and break Arsenal's hearts as Jurgen Klopp made an emotional Liverpool exit.

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Paralympic organisers count on team effort to create Paris Games breakout

Paralympic organisers, with a cast of compelling athletes and a record-breaking broadcasting deal, are hoping this year's Paris Games can mark a breakout.

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Brazil chosen to host 2027 Women’s World Cup as Gaza war overshadows FIFA congress

The Women's World Cup will take place in South America for the first time after Brazil was chosen to host the 2027 edition at a FIFA congress Friday marked by debate about the war in Gaza.