Sharapova Returns to Wimbledon with Confidence and Power
Maria Sharapova, back from injury, opened at Wimbledon with a decisive 6-1 6-0 win over fellow Russian Anastasia Pivovarova in 54 minutes. The former world No. 1, now 17th, credits better health and motivation after a long layoff, aiming for a deep run and a possible fourth-round clash with Serena Williams.
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Murray Jane Brit left at Wimbledon
Wimbledon report notes Andy Murray was the sole remaining British player after seven others exited in the first round. He warns that Britain faces a poor start as rankings and recent results show weak overall form ahead of deeper rounds.
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Donovan strikes late to lift US to World Cup second round
Landon Donovan scored in stoppage time to give the United States a 1-0 win over Algeria and advance from Group C at Port Elizabeth. Jozy Altidore nearly scored, Dempsey hit the post, and England also progressed with a 1-0 win over Slovenia.
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Garden City girls basketball builds team chemistry at OU camp
Garden City High School girls basketball players from freshmen to varsity spent a four day camp at the University of Oklahoma in Norman. Coach David Upton noted clear progress in team chemistry from Thursday and Friday to Saturday and Sunday. Off court time in dorms helped players bond, with leaders like Traci Martinez and Paula Gonzales preparing to guide younger teammates as seniors.
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Host nation takes pride despite ouster
South Africa fans celebrated a farewell win over France as Bafana Bafana exited the World Cup. Multiracial crowds gathered in fan parks across the country with yellow jerseys flags and vuvuzelas. World Cup organizer Danny Jordaan praised the team’s pride and urged continued celebrations to make the tournament memorable.
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