Tennis

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal gives sad update on hopes of playing at 2024 French Open

Rafael Nadal is very quickly closing in on retirement following a glittering career and made a downbeat prediction ahead of this year's Paris Open that gets underway next month

Emma Raducanu told she 'didn't show up' in heavy Madrid Open loss after fortunate draw

Emma Raducanu enjoyed some impressive wins in Stuttgart and in the BJK Cup, but the 21-year-old Brit admitted she was exhausted after losing in the first round in Madrid

Ian Wright says two Chelsea stars 'disappeared' during Arsenal thrashing

'There’s something massively wrong in that dressing room.'

Anthony Davis' Frustration Boils Over

Anthony Davis shined in last night's contest, but the frustration of losing that game got to him as he walked out irritated after a question.

Chelsea's stance on sacking Mauricio Pochettino after heavy Arsenal defeat

Chelsea fans called for Pochettino's dismissal after the 5-0 defeat to Arsenal.

Madrid farewell for king of clay: Rafael Nadal bids for one last miracle

Towards the end of last week, before most of the 192 players in the Madrid Open main draw singles had even touched down in the Spanish capital, Rafael Nadal was already pounding balls on the courts of the Caja Mágica in preparation for the coming tournament. The four-time champion’s early arrival made sense. He is, after all, in a race against time to find at least a semblance of form before it’s too late. Not only is he tasked with somehow...

Female Grand Slam champion refuses to watch rivals as 'men's tennis is more interesting'

One reigning Grand Slam champion has made some candid comments about the female game.

Tennis-Nadal uncertain over Roland Garros appearance

By Fernando Kallas MADRID (Reuters) -Spain's Rafael Nadal said on Wednesday that he is not sure if he will be able to play at next month's French Open after pushing through the pain barrier in his comeback from injury. The 37-year-old, a 22-time Grand Slam champion, said that he is far from being in top form and that he is only playing against American Darwin Blanch in the first round of the

'You don't have the full facts' - Ben White's agent breaks silence on England criticism

The right-back was under fire for snubbing a call-up last month.

Mercedes apologise to Lewis Hamilton after forcing disastrous ‘very uncharacteristic error’

Lewis Hamilton suffered a shock Q1 elimination at the Chinese Grand Prix...

United Rugby Championship: Round 15 could dramatically shift the race to the playoffs with 11 teams still within striking distance

We take a closer look at which games in round 15 could influence the United Rugby Championship playoff picture as things heat up.

Ben White's agent issues passionate plea about Arsenal star's 'negative' treatment

Arsenal defender Ben White scored twice in the Gunners' thumping win over Chelsea on Tuesday night but not everyone is a fan of the former Brighton and Leeds star

Mock Draft 13.0 picks 1-16: Lucky for some!

Ferrari announce ‘historic’ new deal as Fernando Alonso lifts lid on Aston Martin dynamic – F1 news round-up

As part of Wednesday's F1 news, we welcome F1's newest official team name to the grid. Sorry, it's not Andretti...

Can San Diego FC pull off their plan to be the Ajax of North America?

Major League Soccer will integrate its 30th club at the beginning of the 2025 season when expansion side San Diego FC joins the Western Conference. But the league’s latest addition will arrive with a model for on-field success, development and business unlike the other 29 teams. San Diego FC, who will play their home games at San Diego State University’s 35,000-capacity Snapdragon Stadium in the heart of the city, are owned by the Right to Dream...

Nico Rosberg was forced to pay £360k because of Lewis Hamilton F1 crash

Nico Rosberg has opened up about his 2016 Spanish GP crash involving Lewis Hamilton.

Emma Raducanu told to ‘work harder’ during defeat by world No 82

Emma Raducanu’s unpredictable season continued to swing from lows to highs and back again as she went down by a 6-2, 6-2 scoreline in the first round of the Madrid Open to Maria Lourdes Carle, a 24-year-old Argentine with just one previous WTA Tour victory to her name. While the nature of tennis is that you will win some and lose some, it was still...

Virgil van Dijk questions Liverpool’s hunger after Everton defeat: ‘We have to look in the mirror’

Virgil van Dijk questions Liverpool’s hunger after Everton defeat: ‘We have to look in the mirror’ - Van Dijk said Liverpool have ‘no chance’ of winning the title if they repeat their Goodison Park performance in their final four games of the season

Arne Slot: Liverpool chose NOT to meet Feyenoord's demand

Liverpool chose not to meet Feyenoord’s demand for Arne Slot.

Jamie Carragher shares concern over Arne Slot becoming Liverpool boss

'It's a huge jump.'

Barry Hearn dismisses threat of breakaway tour but sends message to players

Hearn has promised much more money on the WST.

Liverpool lineup: Jurgen Klopp forced to ABANDON his plan as star withdraws

Cody Gakpo was supposed to start for Liverpool against Everton on Wednesday evening.

Kansas City Chiefs were ‘calling’ Louis Rees-Zammit daily, NFL IPP head states that Wales star is no ‘marketing’ gimmick

Head of the NFL International Player Pathway, James Cook, reveals that the Kansas City Chiefs actively recruited Louis Rees-Zammit.

Barry Hearn issues Crucible ultimatum over World Championship future

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Red Bull fear Max Verstappen streak will end at Miami GP as concern raised

Max Verstappen and Red Bull have dominated the F1 season so far, but team adviser Helmut Marko says the defending champions are worried about the Miami Grand Prix

How would a second consecutive NBA title shape the Denver Nuggets’ legacy?

Stuart Broad rates England's T20 World Cup chances and names 'key player'

Much is expected of the defending champions.

Everton move closer to safety after ruining Liverpool’s title pursuit

Everton move closer to safety after ruining Liverpool’s title pursuit - The Reds are three points behind leaders Arsenal.

Tennis-Medvedev hoping for more clay success with Simon in his corner

MADRID (Reuters) - Daniil Medvedev believes the addition of Gilles Simon to his coaching team can help him understand clay better as the world number four looks to build confidence on his least favourite surface ahead of the French Open starting next month. Medvedev has won 19 of his 20 titles, including the 2021 U.S. Open, on hardcourts, with a grasscourt crown that same year at the Mallorca

Australian Tennis icon dies aged 93

An icon of Australian tennis has died at the age of 93.

Wilcox orders Ten Hag to make one major Man Utd change against Sheff Utd or face the sack

Ten Hag could lose his job if he fails to implement one major change Man Utd's new technical director Jason Wilcox has instructed him to make

Rory McIlroy explains PGA Tour U-turn after talk of £672m LIV Golf switch

Rory McIlroy has explained his decision to rejoin the PGA Tour's policy board, having backtracked on his initial stance to step down.

Andrew Flintoff’s son makes century for Lancashire second XI

Andrew Flintoff’s son makes century for Lancashire second XI - Rocky Flintoff, 16, hit 116 against Warwickshire in the Second XI Championship.

Emma Raducanu 'emotionally exhausted' as Brit speaks out on brutal Madrid Open defeat

Emma Raducanu appeared fatigued as she lost to a qualifier at the Madrid Open.

Tiger Woods set to receive £80.4m from PGA Tour for turning down LIV Golf

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy are among the biggest winners in PGA Tour loyalty bonuses following the £2.4 billion investment into a new non-profit company PGA Tour Enterprises

LIV Golf 'happy' to open talks with Rory McIlroy as Greg Norman clarifies stance

Following speculation that Rory McIlroy had been offered an eye-watering sum to depart the PGA Tour for LIV Golf, the Northern Irishman and Greg Norman have provided some clarity to the situation

Liverpool make "positive" move for manager who suits them more than Amorim

According to Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool have held positive first talks with Feyenoord manager Arne Slot.

Head-to-head stats highlight why Test cricket is greatest sporting format

Let’s start, as all bad pieces of writing should, with a cliche: cricket is an individual sport dressed as a team game. Every match comprises hundreds or thousands of contests between a batter and a bowler. That unusual gameplay is one of the main reasons why Test cricket, in particular, touches the parts other sports cannot reach. But never mind all that soulful, meaning-of-life stuff; we’re here to talk about the joys of the humble statgasm....

Emma Raducanu exits Madrid Open to Argentine who claims her first ever WTA 1000 win

Emma Raducanu fell to a straight sets defeat at the Madrid Open.

Everything Jose Mourinho has said about Chelsea return as pressure grows on Mauricio Pochettino

Jose Mourinho has twice been hired and fired by Chelsea during his career and could have a third stint at Stamford Bridge with current boss Mauricio Pochettino seeing his job in jeopardy

‘It does mean that much more’ – Dan Biggar on the Springboks’ two per cent edge in the Rugby World Cup

Dan Biggar believes that the Springboks' mantra of giving South Africa 'hope' played a major role in their success.

Carlos Alcaraz in a race against time to be match fit for Madrid Open

After missing the start of the clay court swing through injury, Carlos Alcaraz native has the Madrid Open pegged as the possible site of his return to competition.

LIV Golf praised for what PGA Tour couldn't do as Cameron Smith braced for homecoming

Australia is hosting a LIV Golf event in Adelaide for the second straight year after the league's boss, Greg Norman, pushed for its inclusion on the Saudi Arabia-backed tour

Erik ten Hag told he made 'big mistake' letting Man Utd star leave

'I think he made a mistake there.'

Chelsea refuse to say Havertz’s name in Arsenal humiliation

Chelsea’s social media admin refused to use Kai Havertz’s name during the club’s humiliating defeat to Arsenal.

T20 World Cup 2024 fixtures, schedule, groups, results and more – a complete guide

The 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup – formerly, simply the World T20 – is the ninth edition of the tournament in only 17 years and the biggest ever with 20 teams taking part. It is taking place jointly in the Caribbean, for the second time, and the United States which is hosting its first matches in either limited-overs World Cups. England go into the...

Why This Week's LIV Golf Adelaide Winner Will See Their $4 Million Paycheck Slashed In Half

The winner of LIV Golf Adelaide will bank a huge payout - but here's why it won't be as lucrative as other events on the circuit

Jurgen Klopp's title dream dies as Everton dominate Liverpool in Merseyside derby - 5 talking points

EVERTON 2-0 LIVERPOOL: Jarrad Branthwaite and Dominic Calvert-Lewin scored the goals as Sean Dyche's side took a big step towards safety - and may well have ended Jurgen Klopp's title hopes

Sir Jim Ratcliffe urged to sign Premier League pair in £80m Man Utd transfer spree

Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise are set to be of interest to several big Premier League clubs this summer and former United striker Dwight Yorke believes they should be high on his old club's wishlist

The moment Liverpool surrendered their Premier League title challenge

The moment Liverpool surrendered their Premier League title challenge - Everton 2-0 Liverpool: Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s towering header wrapped up a first Merseyside derby win at Goodison Park in almost 14 years as the Reds were all but knocked out of the title race