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‘Carlos Sainz to Red Bull confirmed’ – Sainz Sr announcement sends fan speculation into overdrive

Formula 1 fans have decided that Carlos Sainz to Red Bull is now a done deal...

2024-05-10T18:36:25Z

Tampa Bay Buccaneers fume at media 'disrespect' and aim to prove doubters wrong

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the NFC South in each of the last three years, but many analysts are picking the Kirk Cousins-led Atlanta Falcons to emerge victorious in 2024

2024-05-11T01:13:40Z

Rugby-World Rugby makes law changes in bid to increase entertainment

(Reuters) - World Rugby has announced three law changes in a bid to speed up the game and increase entertainment, it said on Thursday, along with a set of trials including 20 minute sanctions for red cards and a shot clock for scrums and lineouts. The governing body made the amendments relating to offside from kicks in open play, the options available from a free-kick and the removal of "

2024-05-09T16:48:49Z

The 9 players who have defeated Iga Swiatek on clay: Featuring a 45-minute demolition by a former world No 1

Iga Swiatek has lost only 10 matches on clay to date.

2024-05-10T13:48:03Z

Kylian Mbappe finally confirms PSG departure and set to sign for Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe finally confirms PSG departure and set to sign for Real Madrid - Striker will play his final game at Parc des Princes on Sunday before completing an expected move to the Spanish champions

2024-05-10T18:43:30Z

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe issues bold £200million transfer statement

Newcastle United's two star men Alexander Isak and Bruno Guimaraes have been brilliant this season but boss Eddie Howe is in no mood to lose their prize assets, but one other big name might go.

2024-05-10T10:56:58Z

Daniil Medvedev makes ‘vulnerable’ Novak Djokovic claim as he assesses the Serb’s clay-court prowess

"That's why Novak is definitely one of the best sportsmen in the world."

2024-05-09T20:32:17Z

Max Verstappen hits back at McLaren comments as Lando Norris ‘injury’ detailed – F1 news round-up

"It's Friday, then..." - and we have some F1 news headlines for you to catch up on.

2024-05-10T21:21:45Z

Andy Murray told 'don't retire yet' after wowing tennis fans with Rafael Nadal observation

Tennis fans have taken to social media to urge Andy Murray against retirement after he praised Rafael Nadal. Murray is set to play at an ATP Challenger event in Bordeaux next week as he bids to be fully fit for the French Open, which begins on May 20. The 36-year-old was hailed by Nadal on Thursday, with the Spaniard praising Murray for everything ...

2024-05-10T10:52:19Z

Rafael Nadal v Zizou Bergs LIVE: Tennis result and latest updates as Spaniard battles through at Italian Open

Rafael Nadal v Zizou Bergs LIVE: Tennis result and latest updates as Spaniard battles through at Italian Open - Nadal ramps up his French Open preparations and continues his injury recovery in Rome

2024-05-09T10:59:20Z

Luke Humphries sets record straight on Luke Littler and takes aim at the media after Premier League win

Luke Humphries has insisted he has a good relationship with Luke Littler and slammed the media for painting a 'different picture' after his latest Premier League win. The 29-year-old consolidated his grip on second by beating Michael van Gerwen to emerge victorious in Leeds. Humphries now has 33 points to his name, five less than Littler and six mo...

2024-05-10T08:22:16Z

Italian Open star fumes at umpire and supervisor after trying to get match cancelled

An Italian Open star saw the crowd turn on them after a foul-mouthed outburst.

2024-05-09T08:55:25Z

Major champion issues withering LIV Golf assessment - 'It's not real golf'

LIV Golf's 54-hole, no-cut format has been criticised by many since its formation two years ago, and golfing legend Ernie Els has become the latest to have his say

2024-05-10T12:11:59Z

2024-05-10T10:34:16Z

Tennis-Djokovic struck on the head by water bottle while signing autographs

(Reuters) -World number one Novak Djokovic required medical attention after being struck in the head by a water bottle following his second-round win against France's Corentin Moutet at the Italian Open on Friday. The Serbian was signing autographs after his easy 6-3 6-1 victory against the lucky loser when he was hit in the head by the bottle and he immediately clutched his head as fell to his

2024-05-10T23:06:40Z

F1 fans get brutal with George Russell as Brit miles behind Lewis Hamilton

George Russell has struggled in the Mercedes seat this season.

2024-05-10T05:11:14Z

Ex-Liverpool chief completes surprise return in new role after snubbing Man Utd

Liverpool's owners Fenway Sports Group have re-hired Julian Ward as technical director of their football operations where he will be expected to oversee player development

2024-05-10T16:12:12Z

WATCH: Dan Evans, Fabio Fognini and chair umpire involved in furious argument – ‘Don’t swear’

Replays showed Dan Evans was right.

2024-05-10T08:32:46Z

Tennis-Thiem, 30, to retire at end of season after struggle with injury

(Reuters) - Former U.S. Open champion Dominic Thiem will retire at the end of the 2024 season after going through a turbulent few years due to a wrist injury, the 30-year-old Austrian said on Friday. The former world number three has struggled to get back to top form after suffering a wrist injury in 2021, which sidelined him for months and saw him slip down the world rankings. Thiem, a twice

2024-05-10T12:05:14Z

Former Mercedes F1 chief delivers Lewis Hamilton blow after damning verdict

The Silver Arrows have started another season on the back foot

2024-05-10T19:16:47Z

David Moyes deserves hero's send-off after West Ham's ruthless business decision

David Moyes is being replaced by Julen Lopetegui at West Ham - and supporters should remember the good times in Prague during his final match at the London Stadium this weekend

2024-05-10T17:12:18Z

Vincent Kompany refused to sign "pact with the Devil" to ensure Burnley survival

Burnley are facing relegation from the Premier League after just one season and Vincent Kompany has been explaining why he wasn't prepared to gamble on their future

2024-05-10T21:43:01Z

Josh Charnley’s position among rugby league greats revealed after milestone try

Charnley joined an illustrious club on Friday evening.

2024-05-10T21:33:47Z

Rafael Nadal: ‘Andy Murray was on the same level as Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and me’

Nadal: "He, in my opinion, was on the same level as us generally speaking."

2024-05-10T09:47:47Z

Rugby introduces three new laws, and trials six more

Teams will no longer be allowed to choose a scrum from a free-kick under new laws to be rolled out across the game next season, with 20-minute red cards and shot-clocks for scrums and line-outs also to be trialled. World Rugby confirmed on Thursday afternoon three permanent law tweaks that will come into force from July 1 of this year. Explaining t...

2024-05-09T17:24:08Z

Toto Wolff dealt brutal four-word verdict with Mercedes chief's Verstappen hopes in ruins

Toto Wolff has been attempting to lure Max Verstappen to Mercedes as a replacement for Lewis Hamilton, but it is not going according to plan.

2024-05-10T12:11:20Z

Tottenham confirm they have agreed a deal with central midfielder; five-year contract signed

Tottenham have agreed a deal with Tyrese Hall regarding a new contract and the youngster has signed a five-year contract which will see him stay at the

2024-05-10T21:18:54Z

Exclusive: List of Super League players not offered deals revealed including Wigan Warriors, Hull KR stars

Exclusive: The list is in - and there's some big names!

2024-05-10T14:17:54Z

James Anderson to end 22-year England career this summer after Brendon McCullum talks

James Anderson’s legendary, record-breaking 22-year international career will end this summer after the bowler held face-to-face talks with the England head coach Brendon McCullum. Anderson, who turns 42 in July, made his international debut in 2002 and his Test bow the following summer. In his most recent Test, an England record 187th, he became t...

2024-05-10T16:40:55Z

Novak Djokovic falls to floor in pain after being hit by bottle at Italian Open

Novak Djokovic was hit by a bottle as he signed autographs for fans.

2024-05-10T20:11:43Z

Jurgen Klopp's vow to Liverpool fans as planned Anfield farewell hangs in the balance

Liverpool travel to Aston Villa on Monday in what will be Jurgen Klopp's final away game as manager of the Reds - and the German needs to avoid a touchline ban

2024-05-10T10:41:55Z

PGA Tour boss Jay Monahan explains why Rory McIlroy has been blocked from LIV Golf talks

Rory McIlroy was set to rejoin the PGA Tour policy board, but the Northern Irishman's return was blocked by a "subset" of player directors, including Tiger Woods

2024-05-09T17:40:57Z

Daniel Farke responds to Hollywood superstar Will Ferrell investing in Leeds

Will Ferrell is buying a stake in Leeds' parent company, the 49ers Enterprises, and United boss Daniel Farke has been giving his thoughts on his investment ahead of the play-off clash with Norwich

2024-05-10T15:12:03Z

Naomi Osaka apologised to practice partner after being 'smacked' behind closed doors

Naomi Osaka felt obliged to apologise to an opponent in a recent match behind closed doors.

2024-05-10T12:56:19Z

Conor Benn suspended again as boxer faces another fight against drugs ban

Benn failed a drugs test before his doomed fight with Chris Eubank Jr in 2022 and has now been suspended again by UK Anti-Doping

2024-05-10T20:08:18Z

Tyson Fury told he's blown his chance of beating Oleksandr Usyk as Tony Bellew highlights mistake

Tony Bellew thinks Tyson Fury has already blown his chance of beating Oleksandr Usyk ahead of their fight on May 18 because of his split with his former trainer, Peter Fury. All eyes are currently on the Gypsy King as he looks to beat Usyk later this month. There is, however, uncertainty over which version of the 35-year-old will actually turn up. ...

2024-05-10T08:37:17Z

Luke Littler booed again as another Premier League crowd turns against darts star

Luke Littler was booed at the Premier League Darts in Leeds, with reigning world champion Luke Humphries going on to win the penultimate night of action after debuting a new walk-on song

2024-05-10T00:11:41Z

The main contenders for the US PGA Championship at Valhalla

Brooks Koepka will be seeking a sixth major title and back-to-back victories in the event for the second time.

2024-05-10T05:17:49Z

Senior Red Bull staff ‘very close’ to following Adrian Newey through exit door, F1 insider claims

"It’s not really about winning races and winning championships anymore."

2024-05-10T15:20:50Z

Ranking the 7 best Super League swap deals in history

Some of the most iconic deals in Super League history feature!

2024-05-09T06:31:12Z

Rafael Nadal admits he must 'lose fear' in bold pledge to risk his body for French Open

Rafael Nadal is ready to give it his all in Rome with the French Open looming.

2024-05-09T16:55:57Z

Kylian Mbappe confirms he will leave Paris St Germain at end of season

Mbappe did not reveal which club he will be joining.

2024-05-10T19:03:30Z

PGA Tour told what they are missing after Rory McIlroy snubbed by Tiger Woods and co

Rory McIlroy's hopes of returning to the PGA Tour policy board vanished this week, after a number of his fellow players - including Tiger Woods - opposed his comeback

2024-05-10T14:42:04Z

Andy Murray confirms comeback tournament and picks French Open doubles partner

Andy Murray has announced he'll be returning to action ahead of the French Open

2024-05-10T09:11:19Z

Rafael Nadal steps in as medics respond to emergency in crowd at Italian Open

Paramedics were called to the stands during Rafael Nadal's match at the Italian Open.

2024-05-09T12:40:49Z

'Got Really Lucky Multiple Times' - Xander Schauffele Explains Controversial Free-Drop Drama

Schauffele heads into day two at Quail Hollow with a three-shot lead after a rules controversy during his opening round on Thursday

2024-05-10T12:04:18Z

Cricket-New Zealand blaster Munro retires from internationals

(Reuters) - Colin Munro, a South Africa-born power hitter who smashed a slew of batting records for New Zealand, has retired from international cricket after missing out on a spot in the Black Caps' T20 World Cup squad. The 37-year-old lefthander's last international was a T20 match against India in 2020 -- but he had long hoped to claw his way back into the squad. "Although it has been a while

2024-05-10T01:44:26Z

Danny McGuire discusses whether he’s interested in vacant Hull FC role

McGuire is one of a large number of coaches to be linked with the role: and he's had his say.

2024-05-09T19:17:17Z

Man City deal in place to sign record-breaking USA wonderkid by way of MLS stint first

The American starlet, 14, has signed for Major League Soccer side Philadelphia Union but a deal is then in place for him to join City when he turns 18

2024-05-10T08:59:43Z

Rory McIlroy denies Tiger Woods rift despite differing views on golf’s direction

It has been reported that Woods, Patrick Cantlay and Jordan Spieth vetoed the possibility of McIlroy rejoining the PGA Tour policy board.

2024-05-10T12:02:56Z