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Storied men’s mile record set 27 years ago in sights of British runner Josh Kerr

The storied men’s mile record in track that has stood for 27 years will come under attack Saturday from Britain’s Josh Kerr. Kerr, the 2023 world champion over the 1,500 meters metric mile, has called it “Project 222” — for each second he aims to take in breaking Hicham El Guerrouj’s mark of 3 minutes, 43.13 seconds. “It’s in my favor,” Kerr said Friday at a news conference at London Stadium that staged track and field at the 2012 Olympics.

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Schmid wins long 13th stage of the Tour and Pogacar safely keeps overall lead

Swiss rider Mauro Schmid edged Colombian Harold Tejada in a two-way sprint to win the 13th stage of the Tour de France, while defending champion Tadej Pogacar safely kept his overall lead on Friday. With several riders closing in behind them, Schmid made the decisive move with 200 meters left and held off Tejada before lifting his front wheel at the line in celebration.

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Pakistan star suspended after failing dope test during T20 World Cup

Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz received a three-month ban for a doping violation. His suspension will reduce to one month upon completing a treatment program. Nawaz tested positive for a cannabis metabolite during the T20 World Cup. He admitted the offense, stating it was unrelated to sporting performance. His match records from February 7 to May 1 have been disqualified.

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Canucks Trade Rumors: As Kings Bow Out, Western Conference Team Emerges in Elias Pettersson Sweepstakes

The Vancouver Canucks aren’t rushing toward a decision on Elias Pettersson, but the market around the franchise center is beginning to sort itself out. One potential destination has quietly disappeared, while another emerges as league executives weigh the cost of acquiring elite talent.

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