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BBC Sport2d ago

Emma Finucane: Can cycling's new star be beaten?

Experts explain what sets apart this "generational talent" who is already an Olympic, world and commonwealth champion at just 23.

BBC Sport2d ago

Casemiro said he wanted to play for us - Galaxy GM

Los Angeles Galaxy's general manager Will Kuntz says Casemiro told the club he "only wanted to play for them" amid investigations into his transfer to Inter Miami.

BBC Sport2d ago

How Mumbai Indians takeover has affected MI London & Surrey

BBC Sport takes a look at what has changed, what has stayed the same and what the future holds for MI London after investment from Indian Premier League side Mumbai Indians.

Formula 12d ago

Pierre Gasly: Alpine's Dutch GP upgrades "critical" for F1 2026 chances

Pierre Gasly reckons Alpine’s upgrades at the forthcoming Dutch Grand Prix are “critical” for it to maintain pace in the Formula 1 midfield as it has been outdeveloped by rivals.The French marque started the 2026 campaign as the leading midfield team, sitting fifth in the standings after round six…

BBC Sport2d ago

It's a new era, the past is the past - Peixoto

Wolves head coach Cesar Peixoto says his squad are looking to the future and are not scarred by the past few seasons of struggle at Molineux.

BBC Sport2d ago

Pogacar to ride Vuelta a Espana for Grand Tour treble

Newly crowned five-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar will race in this month's Vuelta a Espana in an attempt to win all three of cycling's Grand Tours.

Formula 12d ago

Damon Hill compares George Russell-Kimi Antonelli battle to 1996 F1 rivalry

1996 Formula 1 champion Damon Hill has likened the current Mercedes intra-team battle between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli to his own experience of facing a fiercely competitive newcomer in Jacques Villeneuve.With the 2026 F1 season well underway, the driver dynamic at the Brackley outfit…

BBC Sport2d ago

UFC or PFL? Nurmagomedov to decide future 'very soon'

PFL lightweight world champion Usman Nurmagomedov will decide on his future "very soon" after becoming a free agent, according to his cousin and coach Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Formula 12d ago

Guenther Steiner praises Red Bull after major Mercedes F1 hire

Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner has praised Red Bull's recent appointment of Gwen Lagrue to head up its junior driver programme, suggesting the move is a big step in maintaining the pipeline established by Helmut Marko. Following the departure of long-time motorsport adviser…

BBC Sport2d ago

Celtic drawn against LASK in Champions League play-off

Celtic will play against Austrian champions LASK in the Champions League play-off round as four other Scottish sides await Europa League and Conference League draws.

AFL2d ago

'He is a Hawthorn person': Mitchell extends stay at Hawks

Sam Mitchell has signed a contract extension at Hawthorn

Formula 12d ago

Arvid Lindblad exclusive: "I never had a plan B, I didn't want to settle for a normal life"

Some conversations stay with you. They remind you that, even in today's Formula 1, it is still possible to be yourself - to speak openly, without filters, carefully rehearsed answers or media-trained soundbites.The fact that this interview was conducted with the youngest driver currently on the F1…

BBC Sport2d ago

Watch highlights as Said strike earns Motherwell victory over Hibs

Watch Sportscene highlights from Easter Road as Ibrahim Said's late goal secures Motherwell's win over Hibernian in the Scottish Premiership.

AFL2d ago

Team whispers: Dogs duo 'touch and go', Dees set for big boost

Stay up to date with all the latest teams news ahead of round 22

BBC Sport2d ago

'Family stress' forces Scotland boss Fukofuka to step down

Sione Fukofuka steps down from his role as Scotland Women head coach because of "the stress and the strain" of being apart from his family in Australia.

Formula 13d ago

David Croft praises Cadillac's no-excuses approach after F1 Hungarian GP

Sky Sports Formula 1 commentator David Croft has praised the new Cadillac F1 Team for its resilience and refusal to hide behind its rookie status, following another challenging weekend for the American outfit at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Cadillac joined the F1 grid as the 11th team in 2026. The…

BBC Sport3d ago

The numbers behind NI's 158 Commonwealth Games medals

As the Games in Glasgow come to a close, BBC Sport NI looks at the numbers behind Northern Ireland's 158 Commonwealth Games medals.

AFL3d ago

The pluck of the Irish: How family, fluency and flair brought a team together a world away from home

AFL.com.au spent three days with the Irish team ahead of the sold-out Australia v Ireland game and witnessed firsthand how shared history and f

Formula 13d ago

FIA opens up on F1's 2026 rule issues – Here's why it couldn't intervene sooner

With the first Formula 1 season under the new technical regulations approaching its halfway point, the summer break provides a good opportunity to take stock. The 2026 rules, with their much greater emphasis on electric power, sparked considerable debate both in and outside the paddock.F1 insists…

BBC Sport3d ago

Man Utd boss Skinner leaves role before WSL season

Manchester United manager Marc Skinner steps down from his position before the start of the Women's Super League season.

BBC Sport3d ago

Hull, Woad & Korda star in Women's Open's best shots

Watch the best shots from the 2026 edition of the Women's Open, featuring Charley Hull, Lottie Woad and Nelly Korda.

AFL3d ago

Dominant Roos want more as rivals look to close the gap

Jasmine Garner says the dominant Kangaroos can still get better heading into the new season

BBC Sport3d ago

Newcastle sign Braga keeper Hornicek for £25.7m

Newcastle United sign goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga for £25.7m.

BBC Sport3d ago

Uefa threatens Fifa with legal action over investment plan

Uefa threatens legal action over Gianni Infantino's scrapped plans to sell off stakes in Fifa competitions to private investors.

AFL3d ago

Why this Hawk should be getting more opposition attention

Tom Mitchell has praised Hawthorn co-captain Jai Newcombe after another impressive performance

AFL3d ago

LISTEN: Coach searches heat up, does Josh Fraser opt in after big win?

Join Cal Twomey and Josh Gabelich for AFL Daily

BBC Sport3d ago

Cheers, tears and records for Team Wales in Glasgow

Team Wales return from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with 31 medals including nine gold, 10 silver and 12 bronze

BBC Sport3d ago

From European hopes to relegation form - will Moyes reignite Everton?

Everton competed for the European places before falling away last season. BBC Sport examines whether David Moyes is the right man to turn them around this term.

AFL3d ago

Big Cat rewarded for consistent season with Rising Star nod

Mitch Edwards is the Telstra AFL Rising Star for round 21

BBC Sport3d ago

Wales first nation to withdraw support for Infantino

Wales become the first nation to publicly withdraw backing for Gianni Infantino's bid to continue his leadership of Fifa.

BBC Sport3d ago

Watch highlights as St Johnstone edge out Killie in seven-goal thriller

Watch Sportscene highlights from McDiarmid Park as St Johnstone and Kilmarnock play out a seven-goal thriller in the Scottish Premiership.

AFL3d ago

Around the state leagues: Finals close in, father-daughter prospects excite

All the action from the women's state leagues around the country

AFL3d ago

MATCH REVIEW: Young Tiger cops ban for behind-play gut punch

The Match Review findings from Sunday's round 21 games are in

BBC Sport3d ago

Watch highlights as St Johnstone edge out Killie in seven-goal thriller

Watch Sportscene highlights from McDiarmid Park as St Johnstone and Kilmarnock play out a seven-goal thriller in the Scottish Premiership.

BBC Sport3d ago

Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 14

Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.

BBC Sport3d ago

Was Glasgow a successful Games for Team Scotland?

How do you assess the success of Team Scotland after the 2026 Commonwealth Games comes to a close on home soil?

BBC Sport3d ago

Semenyo hails Maresca style of play as 'music to my ears'

Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo hails new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears" after showcasing early signs of his role under the Italian.

BBC Sport3d ago

'Nothing is strange' - how clubs prepare for the transfer window

Premier League clubs have already spent more than £1bn in the transfer window, but are expected to only get busier.

AFL3d ago

Coaches' votes, R21: Pies star closes in, EIGHT perfect 10s

The coaches' votes for the round 21 games are in

BBC Sport3d ago

Premier League always the goal - Swans boss Matos

Vitor Matos says the Premier League is "always the goal" after extending his stay at Swansea City until 2030.