![Maria Sharapova’s racket sponsor is backing the grand slam winner and is planning to extend its contract with her despite admitting to failing a drugs test. Photo: Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire Maria Sharapova’s racket sponsor is backing the grand slam winner and is planning to extend its contract with her despite admitting to failing a drugs test. Photo: Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2569927.1457730235!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- March 11, 2016, 21:53
Understanding difference between what is designed for athletes and what isn’t is not easy
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- March 11, 2016, 21:28
Increased scrutiny comes in wake of Maria Sharapova’s positive test for meldonium
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- March 11, 2016, 17:43
Organisation does not outline specific details of sports or countries involved
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- March 11, 2016, 17:33
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- March 11, 2016, 17:23
Abandoned match ends hopes of qualifying to Super 10 stage of competition
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- March 11, 2016, 14:28
Many players depend on their doctors or support staff to keep up to date on prohibited substances
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- March 11, 2016, 09:15
![Colin Jackson was in Dublin to encourage runners to sign up for the Irish Wings for Life World Run race in Dœn Laoghaire on 8 May. Registration is now open at www.WingsForLifeWorldRun. Photo: Morgan Treacy/Inpho Colin Jackson was in Dublin to encourage runners to sign up for the Irish Wings for Life World Run race in Dœn Laoghaire on 8 May. Registration is now open at www.WingsForLifeWorldRun. Photo: Morgan Treacy/Inpho](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2568399.1457648117!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- March 11, 2016, 05:30
Former world champion says some looking for the fast-track to success
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- March 11, 2016, 01:00
Co Carlow sailor puts down marker with impressive performance in Gran Canaria
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- March 11, 2016, 01:00
Race for other places in Europe still on and Monkstown look best positioned
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- March 10, 2016, 22:30
Scottish player criticises his racket sponsor Head for extending Sharapova’s contract
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- March 10, 2016, 19:30
A number of young contenders have put their hands up for selection
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- March 10, 2016, 11:53
Spaniard was asked about the recent news that Maria Sharapova failed a drugs test
![Head tennis rackets have stuck by Maria Sharapova (pictured with Novak Djokovic) despite her admittance to failing a drugs test at this year’s Australian Open. Photo: Getty Images Head tennis rackets have stuck by Maria Sharapova (pictured with Novak Djokovic) despite her admittance to failing a drugs test at this year’s Australian Open. Photo: Getty Images](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2567523.1457609626!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_300_160/image.jpg)
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- March 10, 2016, 10:36
The equipment company is the first of the Russian’s sponsors to publicly back her
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- March 10, 2016, 08:44
Pound suggested that tennis always knew many players were taking the drug
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- March 10, 2016, 07:20
From stable to racecourse, women play crucial roles in the Meath trainer’s operation
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- March 9, 2016, 22:30
Able-bodied cyclist hoping to steer her vision-impaired team-mate to medal in Rio
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- March 9, 2016, 19:36
Ireland’s hopes of qualifying for second stage left hanging by a thread
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- March 9, 2016, 16:50
Tawdry allegations and crass commercialisation made this a strange farewell
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- March 9, 2016, 16:30
English qualified under IAAF athlete quota scheme after just missing out on time
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- March 9, 2016, 12:45
The Pakistan squad are yet to travel to India due to concerns over their security
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- March 9, 2016, 11:14
The world No7 is expected to face suspension for a minimum of two years
![Tennis player Maria Sharapova addresses the media regarding a failed drug test at the Australian Open. Sharapova, a five-time major champion, is currently the 7th ranked player on the WTA tour. Sharapova, withdrew from this week’s BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells due to injury. Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images Tennis player Maria Sharapova addresses the media regarding a failed drug test at the Australian Open. Sharapova, a five-time major champion, is currently the 7th ranked player on the WTA tour. Sharapova, withdrew from this week’s BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells due to injury. Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2566046.1457519688!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_300_160/image.jpg)
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- March 9, 2016, 10:35
Questions must be asked as to the sympathetic views taken by many within tennis
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- March 9, 2016, 05:00
How tennis authorities deal with their golden girl after positive drug test will be revealing
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- March 8, 2016, 20:10
Did the five-time major champion apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption?
![Serena Williams says Maria Sharapova “showed a lot of courage” in taking responsibility for her failed drug test. The 21-time major champion said Tuesday she “hoped for the best” for Sharapova, a day after the Russian star revealed she failed a test the day she lost to Williams at the Australian Open in January. Photograph: Seth Wenig/AP Serena Williams says Maria Sharapova “showed a lot of courage” in taking responsibility for her failed drug test. The 21-time major champion said Tuesday she “hoped for the best” for Sharapova, a day after the Russian star revealed she failed a test the day she lost to Williams at the Australian Open in January. Photograph: Seth Wenig/AP](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2565003.1457460676!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_300_160/image.jpg)
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- March 8, 2016, 18:12
Russian tested positive after being beaten by the World No1 at the Australian Open
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- March 8, 2016, 12:08
William Porterfield will lead his team against unknown quantity Oman tomorrow
![Nike became the first sponsor to cut ties with Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova after she announced that she had failed a drugs test at this year’s Australian Open. The 28-year-old’s eight year deal with the sportswear giant is believed to be worth over €60 million. Photo Joe Kohen/WireImage Nike became the first sponsor to cut ties with Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova after she announced that she had failed a drugs test at this year’s Australian Open. The 28-year-old’s eight year deal with the sportswear giant is believed to be worth over €60 million. Photo Joe Kohen/WireImage](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2564612.1457434944!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- March 8, 2016, 11:02
The Russian tennis player is currently the highest earning female athlete in the world
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- March 8, 2016, 11:01
He leaves with two Super Bowl titles, four appearances and the NFL record for passing yard
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- March 8, 2016, 20:34
Ireland’s form has been mixed for John Bracewell’s side in recent times at T20
![Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova speaks at a press conference in Los Angeles, California. The former world number one announced she failed a doping test at the Australian Open, saying a change in the World-Anti-Doping Agency banned list led to the violation. Sharapova said she tested positive for Meldonium, a substance she had been taking since 2006 but one that was added to the banned list this year. Photo: Robyn Beck/Getty Images Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova speaks at a press conference in Los Angeles, California. The former world number one announced she failed a doping test at the Australian Open, saying a change in the World-Anti-Doping Agency banned list led to the violation. Sharapova said she tested positive for Meldonium, a substance she had been taking since 2006 but one that was added to the banned list this year. Photo: Robyn Beck/Getty Images](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2564536.1457423746!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- March 8, 2016, 07:55
![Tennis star Maria Sharapova speaks during a news conference in Los Angeles. Sharapova says she has failed a drug test at the Australian Open. Photo: Damian Dovarganes Tennis star Maria Sharapova speaks during a news conference in Los Angeles. Sharapova says she has failed a drug test at the Australian Open. Photo: Damian Dovarganes](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2564527.1457432742!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_300_160/image.jpg)
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- March 8, 2016, 07:44
The Russian tennis star announced on Monday that she had failed a drugs test
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- March 7, 2016, 21:49
‘Huge mistake’ - Failed test due to newly banned substance she’s taken for 10 years
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- March 7, 2016, 18:43
Quarter back departs with his final game having been the Super Bowl final victory
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- March 7, 2016, 10:48
Rousey’s conqueror Holly Holm beaten as women’s 135lbs UFC belt trades hands again
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- March 7, 2016, 10:35
UFC veteran remains unpalatable to many fans despite Cinderella win over Dubliner
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- March 7, 2016, 09:18
Bertram Allen and Denis Lynch may have qualified through the ranking system
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- March 7, 2016, 01:30
Champion chastened after failing to land killer punch on Nate Diaz in Las Vegas
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- March 7, 2016, 00:00
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- March 6, 2016, 19:45
For all of the trash-talking in the build-up to the fight, the Irish fighter was gracious in loss
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- March 6, 2016, 19:39
St Flannan’s student retains senior title after racing away from impressive pack
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- March 6, 2016, 14:55
The 39-year-old won the NFL’s Most Valuable Player Award five times over 18 years
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- March 6, 2016, 11:30
‘Another man gets a victory over me and he celebrates it, that’s the sign of a loser’
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- March 6, 2016, 07:11
His Ultimate Fighter rival Urijah Faber, to Rafael dos Anjos - they all have their say
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- March 6, 2016, 06:22
UFC 196: Miesha Tate caused another stunning upset beating champion Holly Holm
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- March 5, 2016, 18:15
McGregor has moved up two weight classes for the fight against a taller opponent
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- March 5, 2016, 14:47
Hamilton Masakadza and Richmond Mutumbami took match away with 75-run stand
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- March 5, 2016, 14:05
Robert Splaine: ‘This was an absolutely fantastic job by four very professional riders’
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- March 5, 2016, 13:40
By defeating champion Ronda Rousey in such style she turned the sport on its head
![Conor McGregor spars up with opponent Nate Diaz during the press conference ahead of UFC 196 which takes place at the MGM Grand, Las Vegas, on Sunday morning. Photograph: Getty. Conor McGregor spars up with opponent Nate Diaz during the press conference ahead of UFC 196 which takes place at the MGM Grand, Las Vegas, on Sunday morning. Photograph: Getty.](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2560819.1457125829!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_300_160/image.jpg)
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- March 5, 2016, 12:00
Irishman has been instrumental in Sin City moving away from its boxing tradition
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- March 5, 2016, 06:30
Medical experts falling over each other in the race to trumpet the latest benefits of running
![Conor McGregor taking a selfie this week with fans at the Jabbawockeez theatre in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photograph: Brandon Magnus/Zuffa Conor McGregor taking a selfie this week with fans at the Jabbawockeez theatre in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photograph: Brandon Magnus/Zuffa](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2560947.1457145477!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- March 4, 2016, 23:04
The Irishman’s fight is not a title bout yet still fans travel in droves to Las Vegas
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- March 4, 2016, 16:28
![LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers travelled to Miami this week to work out with former team mate Dwyane Wade. Photograph: Claus Andersen/Getty Images LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers travelled to Miami this week to work out with former team mate Dwyane Wade. Photograph: Claus Andersen/Getty Images](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2559915.1457083825!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- March 4, 2016, 09:31
Cleveland player criticised by fans and media pundits after flying to Miami on his day off
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- March 4, 2016, 10:29
No belt at stake on Saturday night but winning still a priority for greater gains
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- March 4, 2016, 01:00
However, opposition in Rio likely to prove much more formidable
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- March 4, 2016, 01:00
Irish Senior Cup finalists still targeting a top-three finish in the table
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- March 4, 2016, 02:08
Bora Argon 18 team have secured an invite for the third year in succession
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- March 4, 2016, 02:20
![Team Ireland entry Quokka 8 chartered by Michael Boyd and Niall Dowling in action during the 2014 Commodores’ Cup. Photograph: David Branigan/Oceansport Team Ireland entry Quokka 8 chartered by Michael Boyd and Niall Dowling in action during the 2014 Commodores’ Cup. Photograph: David Branigan/Oceansport](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2559793.1457058609!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- March 4, 2016, 02:32
ICRA officials acknowledge the economic situation may hinder efforts to complete team
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- March 3, 2016, 19:30
Skipper hits 75 not out from 36 deliveries in 10-wicket victory
Bertram Allen takes second in Doha as Ireland start week brightly
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- March 3, 2016, 09:30
Darragh Kenny lands opening class in Florida onboard Glamour van de Kakebeek
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- March 3, 2016, 09:23
Black Caps batsman who played 77 Test matches loses battle with cancer
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- March 3, 2016, 02:26
Irish teenager spent six weeks training with professionals Down Under
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- March 3, 2016, 01:01
The girl from Mornington defied convention to pursue her world boxing title dream
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- March 3, 2016, 00:48
‘I go and do a completely different body type, completely different style, different weight...'
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- March 1, 2016, 10:22
Ethiopian-born 2013 world champion for Sweden suspended after failing drugs test
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- February 29, 2016, 15:14
British number one has a new baby daughter but Major pursuits are thwarted by Djokovic
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- February 29, 2016, 11:12
![Marcus Lawler, who took the men’s 200m title at the National Senior Indoor Championships in Athlone on Sunday. Photograph: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile Marcus Lawler, who took the men’s 200m title at the National Senior Indoor Championships in Athlone on Sunday. Photograph: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2553060.1456689691!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- February 29, 2016, 01:00
Down sprinter Ben Reynolds produces personal best in silky display of 60m hurdling
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- February 28, 2016, 20:00
![Scott Quigg and Carl Frampton embrace after their IBF & WBA World Super-Bantamweight Championship bout at Manchester Arena. Photograph: Nick Potts/PA Scott Quigg and Carl Frampton embrace after their IBF & WBA World Super-Bantamweight Championship bout at Manchester Arena. Photograph: Nick Potts/PA](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2552403.1456660672!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- February 28, 2016, 11:39
Carl Frampton was shocked at the split decision after victory against Scott Quigg
![Carl Frampton lands a jab on Scott Quigg during their IBF & WBA World Super-Bantamweight Championship bout at Manchester Arena. Photo: Nick Potts/PA Wire. Carl Frampton lands a jab on Scott Quigg during their IBF & WBA World Super-Bantamweight Championship bout at Manchester Arena. Photo: Nick Potts/PA Wire.](/web/20160311232608im_/https://www.irishtimes.com/polopoly_fs/1.2552211.1456619890!/image/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/box_220/image.jpg)
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- February 28, 2016, 00:40
Disappointing fight fails to live up to the hype as Frampton wins on split decision
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- February 27, 2016, 10:52
Latest incident between sides has been who will have ‘star’ dressing room
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- February 26, 2016, 22:30
Failure to recognise Irish all-time legends asks real questions of UFC fighter
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- February 26, 2016, 15:45
New system would see five countries and two associate nations compete in division two
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- February 26, 2016, 01:00
Second semi-final is repeat of Saturday’s EY league tie when Ulster Elks beat UCD 3-1
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- February 26, 2016, 01:00
Online ‘sailing passport’ introduced to track training for young sailors
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