# persistence

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30-year-old former delivery man at home in AC Milan shirt after fairytale rise

Junior Messias was plying his trade in Italy’s third-tier Serie C as recently as 2019.

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Dec 6th 2021, 11:44 AM

Chris Wilder praises David McGoldrick attitude after breaking goal drought

The Ireland international scored twice in Sheffield United’s victory over Chelsea.

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Jul 12th 2020, 6:43 PM

Double leg amputee reaches summit of Everest, 40 years after losing his feet during his first attempt

Xia Boyu had both his feet amputated after suffering frostbite during his first attempt at Everest in 1975.

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May 14th 2018, 9:33 AM

It ain't over yet - Trump has taken his travel ban all the way to the US Supreme Court

It’s unlikely however that the court will hear Trump’s case during its current term.

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Jun 2nd 2017, 8:05 AM

Pat Lam thrilled to see Marmion stop being 'stunt double' to slip into starting role for Ireland

‘When Conor has had niggles, Kieran has done all the training. But that gives him confidence.’

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Mar 23rd 2017, 6:21 AM

Race walker somehow finishes 8th despite suffering 'intestinal problems' and passing out

The world record-holder didn’t win a medal, but it was a courageous effort.

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Aug 20th 2016, 12:34 AM

Third time lucky for Sky Sports as Ronaldo eventually agrees to interview

The Portuguese star used strong language in his attempts to evade Andy Burton.

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May 26th 2014, 12:03 AM

Frank Lampard misses a penalty but scores a beauty as Chelsea outclass Hull

The London club ultimately earned a comfortable win, as Jose Mourinho made his Premier League return.

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Aug 18th 2013, 5:55 PM

Back on track: McIlroy recovers from disastrous start at Muirfield

The Irishman came back impressively today, after enduring a torrid start to the tournament.

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May 31st 2012, 9:51 PM