In a deleted Twitter post, Noah Lyles mocks USA Basketball after their World Cup loss.

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Lionel Messi strikes back with two goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Peru

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Lionel Messi strikes back with two goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Peru

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