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Formula 18d ago

Why Mercedes thought Max Verstappen was "on some sort of massive bungee cord" in Azerbaijan GP

For the first half of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, George Russell was able to build a gap beyond 10 seconds to the chasing pack, as the Red Bulls of Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar struggled to pass Oscar Piastri's McLaren.That picture altered abruptly when the safety car was deployed after Alex…

BBC Sport8d ago

O'Sullivan knocked out of Shenzhen Open

Seven-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan, world number one Zhao Xintong and defending champion Mark Williams lose on the opening day of the Shenzhen Open.

BBC Sport8d ago

Joyce lands new job with Ireland

Cricket Ireland name former international Ed Joyce as the new High Performance batting coach, with a focus on the the men's senior squad and male talent pathway.

Formula 18d ago

George Russell Baku F1 win sparks "cracked the code" theory

Former IndyCar Series driver and F1 TV pundit James Hinchcliffe believes George Russell may have unlocked the performance of his Mercedes machinery, questioning whether the Briton has "cracked the code" to gain an edge over his team-mate Kimi Antonelli.Russell dominated the Azerbaijan Grand Prix…

BBC Sport8d ago

Ferguson retains Rangers dream but Bologna exit never close

Lewis Ferguson reveals "nothing was ever that close" on a move away from Bologna this summer amid reports of interest from Rangers but he does harbour ambitions of a return to his boyhood club.

Formula 18d ago

How was Valtteri Bottas so much slower than Sergio Perez in the Azerbaijan GP?

There may never have been, so far in the 2026 Formula 1 season, such a stark contrast in intra-team performance as between Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.Bottas was outqualified by 1.632s on Friday, albeit hindered by a yellow flag, and his woes persisted deep into…

Formula 18d ago

Juan Pablo Montoya admires Franco Colapinto's "aggressive" approach despite Baku crash

Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has defended Franco Colapinto's "aggressive" approach following a costly multi-car collision at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.Colapinto triggered a Turn 1 pile-up during a safety car restart at the Baku City Circuit. Misjudging his braking point, the…

BBC Sport8d ago

Australia-born Strange in England World Cup squad

Australia-born second-row forward Jasmin Strange is one of four potential debutants in England's 23-strong squad for the World Cup.

BBC Sport8d ago

Forest Green allow Savage to talk to another club

Forest Green give manager Robbie Savage permission to speak to another club, amid speculation linking him to Peterborough United.

BBC Sport8d ago

Could Potter be England's next breakthrough star?

With Sarina Wiegman set to name her latest England squad on Tuesday, there is one name everyone is talking about - Lexi Potter. Here is why.

Formula 18d ago

What made Red Bull so fast in the Azerbaijan GP after Max Verstappen’s qualifying issue

Red Bull might consider the FIA’s assessment that it has the strongest power unit as a blessing and a curse, but at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix it was key to its first double Formula 1 podium.After fixing Max Verstappen’s ill-behaving internal combustion engine after qualifying, an issue that…

BBC Sport8d ago

Konsa and O'Reilly doubts to face Czech Republic

Ezri Konsa and Nico O'Reilly are both doubts to play in England's Nations League match against the Czech Republic on Tuesday night.

BBC Sport8d ago

Somerset lament lack of ruthlessness in title fight

Somerset senior figures lament a lack of ruthlessness earlier in the season as team settle for another second place in the County Championship.

BBC Sport8d ago

FAI investigates alleged racist abuse of Idah

The FAI is amassing high-quality footage of the alleged incident with the aim of presenting evidence to Uefa.

BBC Sport8d ago

Bellamy sure Wales belong as Haaland threat looms

Craig Bellamy expects Norway to be a force for years, but insists Wales have earned the right to be in Nations League A.

Formula 18d ago

Has George Russell hit his stride too late? 'With this form I would have been in the fight'

A pole-to-flag victory in the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix provided further evidence that Mercedes is starting to unlock the best version of George Russell - but is it too little, too late?The 28-year-old took his eighth grand prix victory and his first career grand slam in Baku, by leading…

BBC Sport8d ago

Comebacks, fly-hacks and cornrows - Prem talking points

Old names, new looks and some stunning scores marked the return of the Prem for another season.

BBC Sport8d ago

US retain Presidents Cup with final day comeback

Watch highlights from the final day of the Presidents Cup as the United States complete a thrilling comeback to beat the Internationals and win their 11th successive title.

BBC Sport8d ago

Buttler out of tri-series while England prepare central contracts

Wicketkeeper Jos Buttler will miss England's 50-over tri-series in Pakistan next month, with Jordan Cox set to be given another chance to impress in his place.

Formula 18d ago

F1 pundit slams Franco Colapinto's "outrageous" Baku crash but rejects Lando Norris's race ban call

Former McLaren mechanic and Formula 1 pundit Marc Priestley has branded Franco Colapinto's Turn 1 collision at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix "outrageous", but dismissed Lando Norris's demand for the Alpine driver to face a race ban.Colapinto went for a move down the inside into Turn 1 during a safety…

BBC Sport8d ago

Preston appoint Bradford boss Alexander

Preston North End appoint Bradford City boss Graham Alexander as their new manager.

Formula 18d ago

Sebastian Vettel gives update on F1 future as he opens up on life after retirement

Four-time Formula 1 champion Sebastian Vettel has discussed a potential future role within the championship, though he is not actively approaching teams for opportunities.Speaking on BBC's Chequered Flag Podcast following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, the German opened up about his life…

Coaches' votes, R7: A lot of 10s at the top as stars strut their stuff

The coaches' votes for the round seven games are in

BBC Sport8d ago

Two players sent off for pulling rival's dreadlocks

Antigua and Barbuda players are red-carded for pulling Anguilla player Aedan Scipio's dreadlocks in a Concacaf Nations League game.

BBC Sport8d ago

Trick plays & late drama in Brazil - NFL's best plays

Watch all the best plays from week three of the NFL 2026/27 season including plays from CeeDee Lamb, Deebo Samuel and Tyler Loop.

BBC Sport8d ago

Yesterday sucked... I'll be back, says Cleary

Nathan Cleary responds to the horrific injury that has ruled him out of the Rugby League World Cup by promising "I'll be back."

BBC Sport8d ago

Norris apologises to Colapinto for ban comments

World champion Lando Norris apologises to Franco Colapinto for saying the Argentine should be banned for causing an accident at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

BBC Sport8d ago

Man City rule breaches not my concern - Mancini

Roberto Mancini says an alleged "double contract" during his time as Manchester City manager is "not my concern".

BBC Sport8d ago

Irish FA unclear over possible sanctions if game not played

Republic of Ireland could have faced "undetermined" sanctions had they not played their Nations League match against Israel on Sunday, according to FAI president Paul Cooke.

Formula 18d ago

Lando Norris apologises to Franco Colapinto over F1 race ban comments

Reigning world champion Lando Norris has apologised to Franco Colapinto for demanding a race ban for the Alpine driver after the collision at Formula 1’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix.Colapinto caused a pile-up at the lap 36 restart by locking up into Turn 1 of the slippery Baku street circuit, which…

Formula 18d ago

Flavio Briatore apologises to Lando Norris after Azerbaijan GP crash

Alpine's Flavio Briatore has publicly apologised to Lando Norris and McLaren following the collision at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix that brought the 2025 Formula 1 champion's race to an end.The clash happened during a safety car restart in Baku when Franco Colapinto locked up on cold tyres into Turn…

Cricket Australia8d ago

Proteas giving Rabada 'every chance' to face Australia

Injured paceman included in preliminary 18-man squad for series opener in Durban

Formula 18d ago

Why McLaren was so much slower than Mercedes on Baku's straights

For all the talk of rivals catching Mercedes, which has held fire on its more significant upgrades until next weekend's Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, the Brackley team has been able to weather the storm by excelling on some of the most power sensitive circuits like Monza and Baku…

BBC Sport8d ago

Award-winner to fourth choice - what has gone wrong for Ramsdale?

From challenging for the Premier League with Arsenal and playing for England, Aaron Ramsdale is now Southampton's fourth-choice goalkeeper.

BBC Sport8d ago

All the goals from the Women's Super League - matchweek four

Watch every goal from matchweek four of the Women's Super League 2026-27 season.

BBC Sport8d ago

A 31-year wait for success - but can Everton fans still celebrate?

Is supporting Everton a life of misery, or are there still reasons to celebrate? Chief football writer Phil McNulty seeks the answer.

BBC Sport8d ago

You are the Scotland boss - what would you change for Switzerland?

Put yourself in the shoes of the new Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli as he picks his first home XI to face Switzerland.

MATCH REVIEW: Five players hit with fines across long weekend

The match review for AFLW round seven is in

Cricket Australia8d ago

Strano hungry to keep evolving as Vics look to break streak

Molly Strano is eager as ever to keep improving as she enters her 16th domestic season

BBC Sport8d ago

NI players relish Windsor return against Hungary

Northern Ireland's hosting of Hungary in the Uefa Nations League will be their first game in Belfast for 315 days.