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Sagan wins Tour stage 11, canny Froome extends lead
Peter Sagan won a second stage at the Tour de France as Chris Froome stretched his overall lead. Sagan beat Froome to the line after they were part of a four-man breakaway that surprised the Briton’s main rivals.
Portugal invites distraught France fan to visit after Euro 2016 footage goes viral
Portuguese tourism officials have launched an appeal to find the France supporter who was consoled by a Portugal fan after his country’s defeat in the Euro 2016 final. The pair were praised for their “sportsmanship.”
Hurst 1966 World Cup shirt falls short of auction goal
The most iconic England football shirt in history has failed to find a buyer at auction. The jersey was worn by Geoff Hurst when he scored a hat-trick in the 1966 World Cup final against West Germany.
Löw to stay as Germany coach until 2018
The DFB has confirmed the World Cup-winning manager will try to defend the title in Russia after losing in the Euro 2016 semifinal against hosts France. Löw: “I see great potential in this team.”
Can Europe hit back at the British Open golf?
Americans have won the last six editions of the major when it has been held at Troon despite links courses traditionally suiting British players. The often wild weather and “Postage Stamp” green make it tough going.
Rio’s cheerful mayor
Just weeks ahead of the Olympic Games, Rio de Janeiro is still grappling with negative headlines. DW correspondent Friedel Taube met the one man in Rio who isn’t fazed: Mayor Eduardo Paes.
Mercedes decide not to appeal Rosberg’s Silverstone penalty
Mercedes have decided not to appeal a British Grand Prix penalty for Nico Rosberg. The sanction leaves the German driver just one point clear of team mate and fierce rival Lewis Hamilton in the championship standings.
Spieth latest to pull out of Olympic golf over Zika fears
World number three golfer Jordan Spieth has pulled out of next month’s Olympics because of fears over the Zika virus. The American’s withdrawal deprives the Games in Rio of the sport’s top four players.
Duncan calls time on career after 19 seasons with Spurs
Five-times NBA champion Tim Duncan has announced his retirement from basketball. The 40-year-old’s decision brings to an end the forward’s glittering 19-year spell with the San Antonio Spurs.
Froome in yellow but looking over his shoulder at Quintana
Defending champion Chris Froome again reached the first rest day at the Tour de France wearing the leader’s yellow jersey. But the Team Sky rider’s lead over main rival Nairo Quintana is much narrower this time around.
France forward Griezmann named player of the tournament
France forward Antoine Griezmann has been named player of the tournament after scoring six goals and making two assists. But it is scant reward for a distraught host Nation, beaten 1-0 in the final by Portugal.
Andy Murray promises more as he basks in Wimbledon glory
Andy Murray is already being talked about as the greatest British sportsperson ever after his second Wimbledon title but he wants even more Grand Slam success to cement his place in sporting history.
Ancelotti evokes Trap in Bayern unveiling
The 57-year-old has coached some of Europe’s biggest clubs, including Real Madrid, Chelsea and AC Milan. Speaking at his official introduction, Ancelotti said winning the Champions League won’t be easy.
Euro 2016: Teamwork and drama make up for footballing shortfalls
There was a lot wrong with Euro 2016 but we should revel in the fact it became a story of the collective rather than individuals. DW’s Jonathan Harding takes a look back at a dramatic if not awe-inspiring tournament.
France left flat after Portugal spoil the party in Paris
France missed out on the chance to do more than just win a football game. After weeks of bringing the country together, Les Bleus couldn’t finish the fairytale.
Tears of pain to tears of joy for Ronaldo
Twelve years ago Ronaldo was left in tears after Greece wrecked his Euro dream. This time the Real Madrid star was in tears, but the script had a very different ending.
Portugal beat France to win Euro 2016
Eder’s winning goal after 108 minutes secured Portugal’s first-ever European Championship crown. They succeeded without Cristiano Ronaldo who limped off after 25 minutes of the final.
Tour de France: Froome retains yellow jersey as Dumoulin wins wild ninth stage
The ninth stage of the Tour de France saw wild weather conditions, with Dutchman Tom Dumoulin coming out on top, while Britain’s Chris Froome remains in charge.
Andy Murray beats Milos Raonic to claim Wimbledon title
Andy Murray fought his way to a second Wimbledon title with a near-flawless straight sets win over Canadian Milos Raonic. The 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 victory is the Scot’s third Grand Slam win in total.
Matthias Sammer leaves Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich
Sammer has been at the head of Bayern Munich’s sporting operations since 2012, in which the club has won every league championship since. He has suffered health issues in recent months.
Lewis Hamilton wins British Grand Prix for third time in a row
Lewis Hamilton led from the front to win his home Grand Prix for the third successive year. The victory means reigning champion Hamilton cuts his German teammate Nico Rosberg’s championship lead to four points.
Euro 2016 final: Midfield battle between Sanches and Pogba could be crucial
While the focus may be on Cristiano Ronaldo and Antoine Griezmann, two of football’s brightest young talents – Paul Pogba and new Bayern Munich man Renato Sanches – will clash in a crucial midfield showdown on Sunday.
Tour de France: Froome takes yellow jersey after eighth stage win
Reigning champion Chris Froome seized the yellow jersey on Saturday after the Team Sky rider claimed the eighth stage of the Tour de France with a bold downhill attack.
France surges toward Paris ahead of home final against Portugal
It all started against Iceland, before erupting against Germany. Faith in the French team has reached an all-time high and now Paris expects them to deliver ultimate glory on Sunday.
As it happened: Williams beats Kerber
Serena Williams has beaten German No. 1 Angelique Kerber 7-5, 6-3 to claim her seventh Wimbledon win and equal Steffi Graf’s all-time singles Grand Slam record title haul.
Serena claims seventh Wimbledon win with victory over Kerber
Serena Williams has beaten German No. 1 Angelique Kerber 7-5, 6-3 to claim her seventh Wimbledon win and equal Steffi Graf’s all-time singles Grand Slam record title haul.
Hamilton claims pole for British Grand Prix ahead of Mercedes team-mate Rosberg
Lewis Hamilton will start from the front of the grid in his home Grand Prix on Sunday after he held off the challenge of Mercedes colleague Nico Rosberg with a spectacular final qualifying lap at Silverstone.
Euro 2016 final: France go for home hat-trick but Ronaldo stands in the way
France and the in-form Antoine Griezmann go in to Sunday’s Euro 2016 final searching for the country’s third successive tournament win on home soil. But Cristiano Ronaldo and his Portuguese teammates stand in their way.
Wimbledon: Raonic to meet Murray in final
Scotland’s Andy Murray steamrolled Tomas Berdych in the late Wimbledon semi. Earlier Roger Federer who was leading 2 sets to 1 was stunned by Milos Raonic, who became the first Canadian to make a Grand Slam final.
Tour de France: Cummings best in stage 7
As the Tour entered the Pyrenees, the man of the day was once again a Briton from the African Dimension Data team – Stephen Cummings. But the big news was an inflatable arch near the finish line.