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Ahead of Olympics, France seeks to boost role of sport in schools

With just six months to go until the Paris Olympics, there's increasing scrutiny of the value France places on physical education. Athletes like track and field star Stéphane Diagana have criticised the government for not "taking sport more seriously" in schools, while unions want more investment in infrastructure. 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. FRANCE 24's Carys Garland and Jade Levin report. We also hear from Ayodélé Ikuesan, a French sprinter and Olympic athlete.

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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.

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