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Wrexham's Broadhead to miss Wales camp through injury

Forward Nathan Broadhead has a thigh injury and will miss Wales' Nations League games as well as Wrexham's contest with Southampton on Saturday.

BBC Sport20d ago

Ainsworth makes first Scotland start as Bonar returns on bench

Scrum-half Ceitidh Ainsworth will make her first start for Scotland Women, while lock Sarah Bonar makes the match-day squad for the first time since the 2025 Rugby World Cup, for Saturday's visit by New Zealand.

BBC Sport20d ago

Field gets first England start in World Cup final rematch with Canada

Hooker Bryony Field will make her first start for England as the Red Roses take on Canada, who they beat in last year's World Cup final, in the WXV Global Series

BBC Sport20d ago

'Do better kid' - Gaethje rejects Topuria's cheat claim

UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje tells Ilia Topuria he needs to "do better" after insinuating he cheated to win their fight at UFC Freedom 250 in June.

Formula 120d ago

Mercedes open to F1 ADUO rethink amid Fernando Alonso talks with FIA president

Mercedes Formula 1 chief Toto Wolff acknowledged Honda "needs more" help to become competitive as Aston Martin's engine partner, amid conversations between Fernando Alonso and Mohammed Ben Sulayem.Aston Martin's new engine partner has struggled for competitiveness with the new regulations. The…

Formula 120d ago

Lando Norris spotted driving Ferrari F40 in London after 2025 crash

2025 Formula 1 champion Lando Norris has been seen driving his Ferrari F40 in London, confirming the supercar's return to the road following a high-profile crash in early 2025.Norris's F40 was involved in an accident in January 2025 on the roads outside Monaco, while Norris was away. The vehicle…

Formula 120d ago

Fernando Alonso adds striking chrome Bugatti Veyron to "astounding" car collection

Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has been spotted picking up a new chrome-wrapped Bugatti 16.4 Veyron Grand Sport.Alonso has expanded his already impressive private car collection, which is thought to include a Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR and a Pagani Zonda Verde Diamante, with the new…

BBC Sport20d ago

Coleman not included in Republic of Ireland squad

Seamus Coleman is not included in the Republic of Ireland squad for the forthcoming Nations League matches against Kosovo, Israel and Austria but Sheffield United's Liam Kitching receives a first call-up.

BBC Sport20d ago

Marchant set on England comeback after Sale arrival

Joe Marchant is determined to convince England head coach Steve Borthwick of his Test credentials and convert his famous father-in-law to Sale's cause.

Formula 120d ago

Lewis Hamilton's Dawn Apollo Studios signs major new deal with Skydance Sports

Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has signed a multi-year, first-look production deal with Skydance Sports through his Dawn Apollo Studios company.The agreement with Paramount Skydance's sports entertainment division will allow Dawn Apollo to develop and produce new scripted, unscripted…

BBC Sport20d ago

Former Mercedes design boss Elliott joins Alpine

Former Mercedes F1 design boss Mike Elliott joins Alpine as chief technical officer.

BBC Sport20d ago

England's Donald ready to savour Welsh homecoming

Welsh cricketer Aneurin Donald is set to experience one of the most special moments of his life when he opens the batting for England in Cardiff.

Formula 120d ago

Alpine hires former Mercedes F1 tech chief Mike Elliott as CTO

Alpine has appointed Mike Elliott as chief technical officer of its Formula 1 team, further bolstering the Enstone-based team's technical structure.Alpine announced on Thursday that Elliott will "oversee the technical and engineering functions at the team's factory at Enstone" in what is a newly…

BBC Sport20d ago

Six-time Grand Slam champion Salisbury retires

Former world number one doubles player and six-time Grand Slam doubles champion Joe Salisbury retires from professional tennis.

BBC Sport20d ago

Cardiff boosted by return of Wales defender Lawlor

Wales defender Dylan Lawlor returns from injury to boost winless Cardiff City against Charlton Athletic in the Championship.

BBC Sport20d ago

Allen extends tour absence with latest withdrawal

Northern Ireland player Mark Allen prolongs his absence from competitive tournament snooker by withdrawing from the Shenzhen Open.

BBC Sport20d ago

Wolves and West Brom issue warning over derby disorder

The clubs issue a statement ahead of Sunday's meeting after trouble flared when the teams last met.

BBC Sport20d ago

Traumatised Smith says he was 'thrown to wolves' over 'sandpapergate'

Australia batter Steve Smith says he is still traumatised by the aftermath of the ball-tampering scandal in 2018 and still gets flashbacks.

Formula 120d ago

Yuki Tsunoda reveals why he failed to master Red Bull’s F1 car in 2025

It seems almost unfathomable for a title contender's team-mate to end up 17th in the Formula 1 drivers’ standings, yet that’s what happened to Yuki Tsunoda alongside Max Verstappen at Red Bull in 2025. In a way, it was unprecedented – the closest modern example perhaps was Felipe Massa lying a…

BBC Sport20d ago

Raphinha hat-trick as Barcelona hit seven past Racing Santander

Raphinha scores a hat-trick to help Barcelona thrash Racing Santander 7-2 to maintain their perfect start to the La Liga season, with the defending champions top of the table after six wins.

BBC Sport20d ago

River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue

A river that is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles is given the OK to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Games.

BBC Sport20d ago

Irish Rugby awaits news of 'massive opportunity' to join PWR

Lynne Cantwell, head of women's strategy for the IRFU, believes the potential of Irish sides forming part of a future British and Irish League represents a major opportunity.

BBC Sport20d ago

How an Aston Villa fringe player became Europe's most prolific scorer

No player in Europe's top five leagues has scored more goals than Donyell Malen since his Roma debut in January - BBC Sport examines his transformation.

BBC Sport20d ago

Wakefield & Leigh kick off play-offs in underdog tie

From unfancied to challenging at the top - Wakefield and Leigh meet in a Super League play-off on Friday, aiming to continue their respective trajectories.

AFL20d ago

AFLW TEAMS: Star Dog returns, Blues load up, three Roos out

The teams for round six's AFLW games are in, plus squads for Sunday

AFL20d ago

FINALS TEAMS: Lions defender to miss, Swans veteran out, Dockers play it safe

The teams are in for the preliminary finals on Friday and Saturday

BBC Sport20d ago

Chelsea's Lavia out to 'change narrative' after injuries

Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia says he is finally reaping the rewards of his hard work and is determined to "change the narrative" around him.

BBC Sport20d ago

Real Madrid keen on Man Utd forward Gabriel, 15

Real Madrid have a strong interest in signing 15-year-old Manchester United forward JJ Gabriel.

BBC Sport20d ago

Weekly sports quiz: What was PM's Great North Run time?

How much attention have you paid to what's happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?

BBC Sport20d ago

Do Celtic have 'big issues', or will next four days hush concerns?

Chris Sutton believes his former side have "great concerns" despite a winning start to the Scottish Premiership season. The next four days will tell us whether those worries are justified.

BBC Sport20d ago

'Ten-plus years of work' - Darby on earning UFC contract

Dublin mixed martial artist Adam Darby says more than a decade of hard work came "to fruition" after becoming the first Irish fighter to earn a UFC contract through Dana White's Contender Series.

AFL20d ago

AFL clarifies 'pick purchasing' rules amid Dogs-Port talks on Butters

The AFL has sent a memo to clubs outlining a 2025 rule change that could complicate Zak Butters' move to the Western Bulldogs

Cricket Australia20d ago

Stars sign England vice-captain to round out overseas signings

England's vice-captain is set for a Big Bash debut

AFL20d ago

Former top-10 pick, father-son among trio cut from Crows

Adelaide has made its first list changes after its semi-final loss to Brisbane

BBC Sport20d ago

Kostyuk into Guadalajara last eight without playing a point

Marta Kostyuk is through to the quarter-finals of the Guadalajara Open even though the top seed is yet to play a point in the tournament.

BBC Sport20d ago

Why dealing with defeat is key for Lampard at Coventry

BBC Sport columnist Tony Pulis explains why Coventry boss Frank Lampard needs to manage himself as well as his players after their poor start to the season.

AFL20d ago

How the Swans plan to stop red-hot Jackson in pivotal ruck battle

Brodie Grundy says it will take a whole team approach to conquer gun Docker Luke Jackson on Friday night

BBC Sport20d ago

Flex your football brain with our daily quizzes

Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.

BBC Sport20d ago

USA midfielder sues doctors after on-pitch heart attack

United States women's national team player Savannah DeMelo is suing a hospital and two doctors after she suffered a heart attack on the pitch last year.

Cricket Australia20d ago

One-Day Cup 2026-27: All you need to know

Where to find the latest news, live stream and full schedule as the battle begins for the Dean Jones Trophy