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Max Verstappen laughs off Malaysian heat concerns: "Months of preparation to not give an F!"

Max Verstappen has finished on the podium in no fewer than six of the last eight Formula 1 weekends, but one thing is still missing: a victory.Asked whether Red Bull's form is finally starting to look respectable again after a very difficult start to the 2026 season, the Dutchman immediately makes…

Formula 14d ago

Lando Norris takes firm F1 retirement stance after Fernando Alonso extension

2025 Formula 1 champion Lando Norris has firmly ruled out extending his motorsport career into his 40s, stating he has no desire to follow in the footsteps of Fernando Alonso.Alonso confirmed that he would continue with Aston Martin in 2027 in the days leading up to the Bahrain Grand Prix weekend…

BBC Sport4d ago

Man City to argue sponsorship deals came from Abu Dhabi government

Manchester City's appeal against the Premier League's verdict hinges on the club's claim that its sponsorship deals came from the Abu Dhabi government.

Formula 14d ago

What the drivers are expecting from F1's return to Sepang

Malaysia's Sepang circuit is making a one-off return to the Formula 1 calendar as a proxy host for the Bahrain Grand Prix, bringing challenges both familiar and new.The hot and humid conditions, along with the daily late-afternoon rain downpour, act as a Proustian madeleine for those with previous…

BBC Sport4d ago

Wales counting down the year until World Cup

With one year to go before the 2027 Rugby World Cup, what lies in wait for Steve Tandy's Wales over the next 12 months before they head to Australia?

BBC Sport4d ago

Low-scoring rugby can be beautiful - Tigers boss Parling

Leicester head coach Geoff Parling says there is a "beauty" in defensive rugby that can be lost among the avalanche of tries being scored in the Prem.

BBC Sport4d ago

Australia call up Maddinson after cancer recovery

Australia recall Nic Maddinson for the first Test against South Africa after the New South Wales batter recovered from testicular cancer.

Formula 14d ago

Ferrari told replacing Fred Vasseur would be "absolutely ludicrous"

Formula 1 broadcaster Will Buxton has warned Ferrari it would be "absolutely ludicrous" to replace team principal Fred Vasseur with Christian Horner, following intense paddock speculation regarding the former Red Bull chief's future.Rumours linking Horner to Maranello accelerated after the Briton…

BBC Sport4d ago

Injured O'Reilly withdraws from England squad

Nico O'Reilly withdraws from the England squad for their final two Nations League games of the international break because of injury.

BBC Sport4d ago

Bristol Rovers coach Raynor diagnosed with bowel cancer

Bristol Rovers assistant head coach Paul Raynor reveals he has been diagnosed with bowel cancer.

BBC Sport4d ago

How author Stephen King is helping keep Highland League side going

Buckie Thistle thank famous horror writer Stephen King for his "fantastic" donation towards a fundraising campaign aimed at securing the future of the club.

Formula 14d ago

Lando Norris rues online abuse, explains Franco Colapinto apology

Reigning Formula 1 champion Lando Norris says he issued a public apology to Franco Colapinto to help calm the waters as his calls for a race ban sparked an online backlash.Norris slammed Colapinto for causing a pile-up at last weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix, calling for a race ban for the…

BBC Sport4d ago

Do clubs get compensation for player injuries on international duty?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks into whether clubs get compensated in scenarios where their player gets injured on international duty.

Formula 14d ago

George Russell flags tyre overheating concern ahead of Malaysian Grand Prix

Formula 1 is about to race a Bahrain Grand Prix not in Bahrain. Malaysia, the country adopting the previously cancelled race, is offering a hot weekend for your favourite drivers - one that Mercedes ace George Russell says will pose an issue when it comes to keeping tyres at their optimum…

BBC Sport4d ago

Space for Gannon-Doak? Does McGinn keep place? Welsh to return? - key questions for Pocognoli

Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli has decisions to make as he searches for his first win in North Macedonia on Saturday.

AFL4d ago

'From the depths of my heart, I'm truly sorry': Isaac Heeney's emotional speech

Isaac Heeney has spoken after winning a third consecutive Bob Skilton Medal

Cricket Australia4d ago

Tasmania overcome disastrous start to hold off WA

Western Australia had three wickets before Tasmania had scored a run

AFL4d ago

Big-game Lion caps golden year with first club champion award

Will Ashcroft adds Brisbane's B&F to his long list of achievements

Formula 14d ago

Apple TV offers free access to entire F1 Bahrain Grand Prix weekend: How to watch

Formula 1's exclusive United States broadcasting partner, Apple TV, has confirmed that this weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia will be available to stream entirely free of charge.The race weekend will not require a paid subscription, providing unrestricted access to the entire schedule of…

Formula 14d ago

Dropped Esteban Ocon defiant: Formula 1 is “where I belong”

This week the Haas Formula 1 team confirmed what had long been mooted in the paddock: Esteban Ocon will be leaving at the end of the current 2026 season. But the man himself has designs on staying in F1.“My focus is on Formula 1,” he said in Malaysia. “That is clear, that's where I belong, that's…

AFL4d ago

Banned Swan claims historic Bob Skilton Medal three-peat

Isaac Heeney has won a third consecutive Bob Skilton Medal

AFL4d ago

Cats star caps brilliant season with first Carji Greeves Medal

Bailey Smith has gone one better than last year, claiming his first best and fairest at Geelong

AFL4d ago

Wantaway Bomber joins club greats, rising draftees in top 10 of B&F

Zach Merrett has claimed a seventh club best and fairest at Essendon

Formula 14d ago

Kimi Antonelli on the hard call that rescued his Azerbaijan GP weekend

Kimi Antonelli's Azerbaijan Grand Prix started in the worst way when technical issues hampered his practice and a crash in Q1 forced him to start 16th on the grid. Talking ahead of this weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix, the young championship leader revealed the hard call that rescued what was a very…

Cricket Australia4d ago

Maddinson, Harper added to Test squad as injuries mount

Selectors have brought in cover following Josh Inglis' broken finger

AFL4d ago

'Care and kindness should not be selective': Swans chair backs stood-down five

Andrew Pridham says Sydney's stood-down players deserve care, support and the presumption of innocence as police investigations continue

BBC Sport4d ago

Second Hull City player crashes near training ground

The crash, involving Lucas Gourna-Douath, follows a similar incident involving Sorba Thomas.

Formula 14d ago

Lewis Hamilton questions Ferrari structure amid backing of Fred Vasseur

After a tumultuous season for Ferrari, the outfit stood up on the last weekend of September to calm the nerves of not only its followers, but also its hard-working employees. Chief communication officer Maria Conti told reporters the team has "confidence - full confidence - in Fred Vasseur and in…

Cricket Australia4d ago

Australia A ram home advantage as WA bowlers fire

An exceptional bowling display has Australia A in the box seat to take the second four-dayer

BBC Sport4d ago

Nine scandals that rocked the sporting world

Manchester City are far from the first. The lure of glory and riches on the biggest stages have tempted plenty of other sports stars to break the rules.

BBC Sport4d ago

Why penalty for Williamson handball was correct call

Arsenal defender Leah Williamson was at the heart of a bizarre incident in their Women's Champions League draw with Paris FC.

BBC Sport4d ago

Clohessy and Gallagher handed first Ireland starts

Ireland head coach Scott Bemand hands first starts to Jane Clohessy and Niamh Gallagher for Saturday's Test with Japan.

AFL4d ago

Blues weather the storm to bring down Hawks in Ikon Park slog

Carlton races out to an early lead and is never headed in a 12-point win over Hawthorn

Formula 14d ago

Isack Hadjar confirms Red Bull grid penalty for F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia

After the double podium in Baku – a first for Red Bull since China 2024 – a considerable challenge awaits in Malaysia if the team is to repeat that result. Not only can Mercedes count on its long-awaited upgrade for the W17, but Isack Hadjar will also have to serve a grid penalty.The Frenchman…

BBC Sport4d ago

Russell says his 'confidence is back and growing'

George Russell says he "doesn't feel lost any more" as he seeks to end a difficult season on a high and chase down team-mate Kimi Antonelli's championship lead.

Formula 15d ago

Charles Leclerc deletes social media apps amid "silly" Fred Vasseur rumours

Charles Leclerc has revealed he has deleted all social media applications from his phone to block out external "silly rumours" surrounding Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur.Speculation regarding Vasseur's position in the Maranello outfit recently prompted the Frenchman to admit after the…

BBC Sport5d ago

World Cup-winning captain Stratford gives birth

Zoe Stratford, who captained England to World Cup glory a year ago, gives birth to a baby girl.

Formula 15d ago

Lewis Hamilton hands Ferrari F1 boss Fred Vasseur strongest show of support yet

Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari Formula 1 team boss Fred Vasseur "really is the guy to take this team in the right direction" amid destabilising rumours around his future.Just over one year on from the last barrage of rumours around his future, which were quelled by signing a new contract, Vasseur's…

BBC Sport5d ago

England call up Crane and rest Archer for Pakistan series

Leg-spinner Mason Crane has the chance to play for England for the first time in eight years after being recalled for the one-day international tri-series in Pakistan.

BBC Sport5d ago

Curtis shines as revamped Scotland youth set-up begins

Amidst a raft of coaching changes in Scotland's youth set up, the under-21s delivered an eye-catching display, with Rangers winger Findlay Curtis at the heart of it.