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Czech Republic wins OT thriller 103-101 to dash Canada's men's basketball Olympic bid

Czech Republic wins OT thriller 103-101 to dash Canada's men's basketball Olympic bid

VICTORIA — Canada's hopes for a berth in the Tokyo Olympics were ended Saturday by the Czech Republic, who posted a 103-101 overtime win at a last-chance men's basketball qualifying event in Victoria. Czech captain Tomas Satoransky scored with 1.
Canadian international Buchanan scores first goal at new Columbus stadium

Canadian international Buchanan scores first goal at new Columbus stadium

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Gyasi Zardes scored and the Columbus Crew rallied to tie the New England Revolution 2-2 on Saturday night in the first game at new Lower.com Field.
Springer homers again, Blue Jays hand Rays 5th loss in row

Springer homers again, Blue Jays hand Rays 5th loss in row

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — George Springer homered for the second straight day, Santiago Espinal hit his first career home run and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Tampa Bay Rays 6-3 Saturday. The Blue Jays won for the 10th time in 13 games.
Kane carries England past Ukraine, into Euro 2020 semifinals

Kane carries England past Ukraine, into Euro 2020 semifinals

ROME (AP) — England is going back home, with something to play for. Harry Kane scored twice and England overwhelmed Ukraine 4-0 Saturday to reach the European Championship semifinals.
Facing elimination in Cup final, Canadiens desperate to rediscover winning formula

Facing elimination in Cup final, Canadiens desperate to rediscover winning formula

MONTREAL — Dominique Ducharme has been here before.
Canadian rider Michael Woods finishes third in Stage 8 of the Tour de France in the Alps

Canadian rider Michael Woods finishes third in Stage 8 of the Tour de France in the Alps

LE GRAND-BORNAND, France — Michael Woods' charge fell just short Saturday with the Canadian rider finishing third in the eighth stage of the Tour de France.
Denmark beats Czechs 2-1 to reach Euro 2020 semifinals

Denmark beats Czechs 2-1 to reach Euro 2020 semifinals

BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — Denmark's journey at the European Championship is headed to London.
Vancouver Whitecaps split with left back Ali Adnan following extended visa issues

Vancouver Whitecaps split with left back Ali Adnan following extended visa issues

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Whitecaps have parted ways with defender Ali Adnan following extended visa issues. The club announced Saturday that it had agreed to a "mutual contract termination" with the 27-year-old Iraqi international.
Canadian men beaten 68-12 by Wales in return to test rugby

Canadian men beaten 68-12 by Wales in return to test rugby

CARDIFF, Wales — Canada's return to test rugby proved to be a lopsided affair Saturday as Wales ran in 10 tries en route to a 68-12 victory. The 23rd-ranked Canadians scored the first try of the game, only to see No.
Montreal's Auger-Aliassime reaches fourth round at Wimbledon

Montreal's Auger-Aliassime reaches fourth round at Wimbledon

LONDON — Montreal's Felix Auger-Aliassime is the latest Canadian to reach the fourth round at Wimbledon. The 20-year-old advanced Saturday when Nick Kygrios retired due to an injury in their third-round matchup at the grass-court Grand Slam.