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Formula 18d ago

Fernando Alonso jokes watching Barcelona GP is “better than in the car”

Fernando Alonso delivered a brilliant moment of self-deprecatory humour ahead of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, jokingly telling his passionate fans that he would rather watch the race from the grandstands than from his Aston Martin Formula 1 car.The two-time champion was taking part in the…

BBC Sport8d ago

Bangladesh avoid upset to edge past Netherlands

The Netherlands come close to causing an upset in their first Women's T20 World Cup match as Bangladesh win in the final over.

Cricket Australia8d ago

Connolly slams 149 as Aussies edge home in one-wicket thriller

Left-hander hit his first century for Australia, who chased down 275 with three balls and one wicket remaining

BBC Sport8d ago

The 20-year-old who stole the show on Scotland's World Cup return

Ben Gannon-Doak wasn't born when Scotland last played at the men's World Cup. But the 20-year-old was at the heart of their long-awaited return and their first win at the tournament in 36 years as he stole the show against Haiti.

BBC Sport8d ago

Could Japan be the World Cup's dark horses?

Japan could be one of the surprise packages of the 2026 World Cup, with growing belief they are ready to go further than ever before.

Formula 18d ago

Oliver Bearman surprised by Q2 Barcelona result after "worst" F1 car in FP3

Oliver Bearman was surprised to reach Q2 at the Barcelona Grand Prix after battling the “worst” Formula 1 car he’s ever driven that morning in final practice.The Haas driver will start Sunday’s contest in 15th for what is his best qualifying result since the Miami Grand Prix, where he took 13th en…

Lake lapping it up after dream entry to the top level

Campbell Lake has taken part in his first AFL win just 19 days after joining the Saints

BBC Sport8d ago

BBC Sport pundits choose England World Cup XIs - who would you pick?

Thomas Tuchel will pick his first England World Cup team on Wednesday, when the Three Lions take on Croatia. BBC Sport pundits choose their starting XIs - who would you pick?

BBC Sport8d ago

Slade made Exeter believe in return to Prem final - Baxter

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says Henry Slade's leadership has been key to his side reaching the Prem final.

BBC Sport8d ago

Leicester close in on Martin appointment

Russell Martin, who led Southampton into the Premier League in 2024, has been out of work since being sacked by Rangers in October.

BBC Sport8d ago

Former NFL defensive end Smith dies aged 36

Former defensive end Aldon Smith, who played for the San Francisco 49ers, the Oakland Raiders and the Dallas Cowboys, has died.

Kingsley concedes Hogan error, what Saints learned from Swans loss

Adam Kingsley admitted Jesse Hogan had little impact in his return from injury but backed the key forward to bounce back quickly

BBC Sport8d ago

How a hospital dream transformed adaptive mountain biking

After suffering major nerve damage in a crash, mountain biker Tom Wheeler created adaptive technology that has helped him and other disabled riders return to the sport.

Cricket Australia8d ago

LIVE: Australia chasing 275 to avoid ODI whitewash

Fifties from Tawhid Hridoy, Mosaddek Hossain and Litton Das have set the visitors a challenging target

Formula 18d ago

Two hidden factors that could decide the F1 Barcelona GP

While the first months of 2026 have been dominated by discussions about power units and energy management, a different topic has taken centre stage in Barcelona: tyres. Supplier Pirelli says it is not necessarily looking for that kind of attention, although given the conditions it is…

BBC Sport8d ago

Derry weren't good enough in Meath loss - Meenagh

Derry manager Ciaran Meenagh admits his side have "no complaints" after their All-Ireland campaign came to an end with a 1-24 to 1-20 defeat by Meath.

LISTEN: Flyin' Ryan does it again, Dees' next skipper, Port loses another close one

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BBC Sport8d ago

Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee

Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.

BBC Sport8d ago

Smaller than Isle of Man & huge Dutch influence: Curacao making history

Curacao has possibly been most famous for its alcoholic drink of the same name - but now the nation is ready to announce itself at the World Cup.

BBC Sport8d ago

The US sporting triumph that is overshadowing the World Cup

The football World Cup has taken a back seat in New York as the Knicks win their first NBA title in 53 years.

BBC Sport8d ago

Rodriguez becomes three-weight world champion

Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez stops fellow American Antonio Vargas in the sixth round to win the WBA bantamweight title.

Formula 18d ago

Oscar Piastri "could not believe" Pierre Gasly’s Monaco reinstatement

Oscar Piastri says he is "mind-blown" by the unprecedented decision to reinstate Pierre Gasly to the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix podium while he and other drivers were also incorrectly penalised for pitlane speeding.On Friday, FIA stewards reinstated Gasly's podium after the Alpine driver was…

Saints steady the ship with giant scalp over GWS

St Kilda defeats Greater Western Sydney in a Sunday afternoon thriller

Seven things we learned: This young Eagle's ceiling is huge

A Crows tall is arguably the most improved player of 2026, Jobe Shanahan could be anything plus more lessons from round 14

Cal-culations: The month that will define a presidency, and the Sun the Bombers should call

In Cal-culations, Callum Twomey looks at pivotal month ahead for Andrew Welsh and Essendon, what Matthew Nicks will do next and more

BBC Sport8d ago

Rangers agree deal for Hearts boss McInnes - gossip

Several reports say head coach Derek McInnes is on the verge of completing a switch from Tynecastle to Ibrox...

BBC Sport8d ago

Refugee who quit Bayern to create Aussie World Cup dream

Nestory Irankunda was born as a refugee in Tanzania before becoming Australian record breaker with goal in victory over Turkey.

BBC Sport8d ago

Tommy Fury beats ex-strongman Hall in exhibition

Tommy Fury dedicates his victory over Eddie Hall to his newborn son after beating the former World's Strongest Man on points in Manchester.

BBC Sport8d ago

Clinical Australia upset Turkey in World Cup opener

Watch highlights as Australia beat Turkey in their opening match, with 20-year-old Nestory Irankunda becoming the Socceroos's youngest ever World Cup goalscorer.

BBC Sport8d ago

Why Topuria could spoil UFC's White House party

While US President Donald Trump and the UFC prepare to celebrate America with an unprecedented event at the White House on Sunday, Ilia Topuria is perfectly placed to spoil the party.

BBC Sport8d ago

Knicks end 53-year wait for NBA Championship

The New York Knicks win their first NBA Championship since 1973 thanks to a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs.

BBC Sport8d ago

Football Daily

Scotland are back and they've started their World Cup with a win.

MATCH REVIEW: Roo learns fate for heavy tackle on young Eagle

The Match Review Officer's findings are in from Saturday's games in round 14

BBC Sport8d ago

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 7

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?

Cody Walker suffers injury scare in Vic Country's win over Allies

Vic Country notched a 13-point victory over the Allies

BBC Sport8d ago

Shirts, stuffed lions & Lego - the stolen England items worth $18,000

Two men are charged for stealing $18,000 worth of property from England at their Kansas City training base.

Ashcroft inspires Lions to hard-fought win after early Tigers challenge

Brisbane records a 35-point win over a spirited Richmond

BBC Sport8d ago

What does 1-0 win mean for Scotland's chances of qualification?

With eight third-place finishers advancing to the last 32, might three points be enough for Scotland to make history?

BBC Sport8d ago

England's first World Cup training session: What did we learn?

England have had their first training session in Kansas City - what did we learn?

BBC Sport8d ago

Why Haiti v Scotland was antidote to the ills of world football

It might have been nervy. It might not have been pretty. But Scotland are here. And Scotland have won. Tom English reports from Boston.