Osaka, Keys overcome mid-match stumbles to fight on at US Open
Naomi Osaka had to dig deep after dropping the second set, but comfortably won in three. (Getty Images: Al Bello)
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Spurs omit Richarlison from Premier League squad
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Maryland hosts Hampton in season opener for the Terrapins
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