hamstring
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Rice has been managing a hamstring problem, and also took a kick on the calf against Ghana.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
James, 26, suffered a hamstring issue in the goalless draw with Ghana on Tuesday.
From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026
Pentagon officials say fears are misplaced because weapons aren’t fully autonomous—and letting technophobia hamstring commanders’ use of AI poses a bigger risk.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026
But since that World Cup, he has struggled so much with irregular form and persistent hamstring injuries that he was in danger of being left at home.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026
I massage a spasm from my hamstring as I march past the twelfth floor, and try to recover some of my lost air.
From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth
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