Patterson-White tops the pecking order as England reassess spin stocks
County credentials back in vogue as Nottinghamshire left-armer earns first Test call-up.
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FIA boss planning to end age limits for office holders
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is planning to end age limits for office holders in motorsport's governing body.
How Hawkins overcame illness to star for England
When Rob Hawkins replied to what he thought was an advert to play wheelchair basketball in 2014 he could not have imagined he would be a key part of an England side defending their Rugby League World Cup title.
Kettering Town 'cannot hide' from racism problem
Kettering Town says it "can no longer hide" from the issue of racism after a visiting Redditch player was allegedly subjected to "sickening" abuse.
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Bronze named in World 11 for record ninth time
Lucy Bronze is one of five England players named in the Fifpro Women's World 11.
Rankings Watch: Liu, Andreescu back in Top 100; Eala up to new career high
Hong Kong champion and Cali WTA 125 finalist Bianca Andreescu both return to the Top 100 this week, while Chennai champion Magda Linette is back in the Top 50 and Hong Kong finalist Alexandra Eala hits a new career high.
Incident-by-incident: Was it a bad weekend for VAR?
Almost every game had a controversial VAR decision in the Premier League this weekend. But how many might go down as errors?.
Bills at Vikings Monday Night Football betting odds, picks and predictions: Best bets, player props
We've got a cliche combo for Monday Night Football.First, the Bills' irresistible force of an offense takes on the immovable object that is the Vikings defense.
Suryakumar to lead Mumbai in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy; Dube and Thakur in the squad
The other India players in the side are Sarfaraz Khan and Tushar Deshpande.
That’s a Mora: Rodrigo and Roma rise with Lazio to give Eternal City new life
Roma and Lazio have both made unbeaten starts to the Serie A season, giving those in the Italian capital dreams of a Scudetto. After nine games in 28 days, Gian Piero Gasperini finally got a moment to pause and reflect on Sunday night.
Newport round on 'unacceptable' fan behaviour
Newport County say a list of allegations against their supporters is proving costly to their finances and reputation.
Felix Nmecha’s faith is forcing Borussia Dortmund into an uncomfortable debate
Midfielder’s spectacular strikes rescued a frustrating day, only for celebrations to reignite dialogue that has followed him through his career. It was just what they needed at just the right time.
How Verstappen outperformed Red Bull’s simulations in Brazil
Laurent Mekies has praised Max Verstappen for his sublime recovery from P21 to P2 at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Stella reveals how McLaren triumphed at Interlagos
McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella has explained how McLaren made the right calls to seal Lando Norris' victory at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
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Ervine 206*, Madhevere 100* as Zimbabwe and Afganistan play out draw
That this match would end in a draw was certain when play resumed on Monday as the pitch continued to remain unresponsive and offered no assistance to the bowlers.
‘Senna was Senna’: Wolff says it is too soon to compare Kimi Antonelli to F1 great
Toto Wolff has said it is too soon to compare his world champion driver Kimi Antonelli to Ayrton Senna but that the Italian might yet develop to be comparable to the Brazilian great whom Antonelli grew up idolising.
Falcons trading Jessie Bates III to Jaguars for picks: Sources
Bates was in his fourth season with Atlanta after five seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals.
Lens were humiliated by Como. The pain continued against Marseille
Pierre Sage led Lens to second and glory in the Coupe de France last season. A lot has changed in the last six months The Lens striker, Florian Sotoca, was completely motionless as he looked into the middle space from the bench.
NFL news, live updates, trade deadline rumors: Puka Nacua awaits word on knee injury, will undergo MRI after Week 9 win
Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season is nearly in the books, with the Buffalo Bills and Minnesota Vikings still on deck for "Monday Night Football."Sunday offered plenty of excitement despite what looked like, on paper, a fairly underwhelming schedule.
Chase: Our improved game against spin helped us win in Bangladesh
"We did not lose a series [this year]. This is something that hasn't been done for a number of years".
Rodrigues, Amanjot back from injuries; Renuka picked only for T20Is for South Africa
Rodrigues returned to action recently in the domestic T20s where she scored a century for Mumbai.
Falcons reportedly trade safety Jessie Bates to Jaguars for two draft picks
The Atlanta Falcons have apparently decided to play for the future.
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Why are Manchester United fans wearing green and gold?
Our Ask Me Anything team explain why some Manchester United fans are wearing green and gold to matches.
Friedel group completes Shrewsbury Town takeover
Shrewsbury Town's American takeover deal is done, allowing owner Roland Wycherley to retire, reports BBC Radio Shropshire.
Patterson-White wins maiden England call in Test squad for South Africa
Nottinghamshire allrounder included ahead of Shoaib Bashir and Rehan Ahmed.
How Fermin Lopez's direct running gives Barcelona an extra dimension
Fermin put Atletico to the sword on Sunday and showed why his unique skillset makes him so important for his club.
Uncapped Notts spinner Patterson-White earns England Test call-up for South Africa
The uncapped Nottinghamshire spinner Liam Patterson-White has been rewarded for his most productive County Championship season with a call-up to England’s squad for their first red-ball assignment of the winter, the three Tests against South Africa that start next month in Johannesburg.
England clear way for Carse return and drop Bashir
England open the door for Brydon Carse to return to Test cricket for the tour of South Africa by naming him in the Lions squad.
Alisson wants to sign new Liverpool contract
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker wants to stay at the club beyond the end of the season, when his current contract is set to expire.
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Berkhamsted players banned from watching FA Cup draw
The manager of seventh-tier Berkhamsted says his players will be barred from the "distraction" of the FA Cup second round draw.
Ireland's Jansen ruled out of Fiji and Bok games
Sean Jansen is ruled out of the remainder of Ireland's Nations Championship campaign with a knee injury, further depleting head coach Andy Farrell's options at number eight.
Graham Scott Q&A: Ask ex-referee about Havertz offside, Bogle tackle and Kerkez penalty
Send your questions to The Athletic's refereeing expert about the big weekend talking points and anything else that's on your mind.
Does Matvei Michkov deserve more ice time? A deep dive into the much-discussed Flyers forward
Michkov is the best offensive spark the Flyers have, but his ice time is trending down again. What gives, and is the logic justified?.
Rigged pitches or baseball strategy? What to know as Clase-Ortiz trial enters second week
Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz face multiple charges in an alleged pitch-rigging scheme.
Piastri and management team mutually terminate agreement
Oscar Piastri and his management team directed by Mark and Ann Webber have mutually terminated their agreement.
Vasseur explains Ferrari’s tyre struggles in Brazil
Team Principal Fred Vasseur has outlined Ferrari's difficulties with getting their tyres into the right window during the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
The 110 seconds that almost won Verstappen the Sao Paulo GP
Michael Lamonato looks at how Max Verstappen's wet-weather skill carried him from 21st on the grid into contention at Interlagos – and what stopped him turning a rapid opening into victory.
Buffalo Bills vs. Minnesota Vikings: How to watch Monday Night Football tonight, start time and where to stream
This week on Monday Night Football, the Buffalo Bills will face off against the Minnesota Vikings. Both teams are 6-1 so far this season.
WSL talking points: Tullis-Joyce takes charge and is Shaw the perfect striker?
The City striker hit a WSL hat-trick for the ninth time while Eva Olid’s United have found defensive stability.
NHL weekend rankings: Patrice Bergeron convinced me to put Boston in the Top 5
It's Hall of Fame day, and one inductee had a heavy influence on this week's rankings while another's former team marks a surprise.
NHL Draft prospects ranking: Way-too-early top-10 list for the 2028 class
The 2028 NHL Draft class is headlined by WHL teammates Liam Pue and Maddox Schultz.
How to watch the 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony
The 2026 class stars four NHL notables, a U.S. women’s national team fixture and an accomplished executive.
Musiala may never return to his best - Hoeness
Bayern Munich honorary president Uli Hoeness questions whether forward Jamal Musiala will ever "regain the performance level he once had".
Our League: Sprints and hugs at Nottingham Forest as Premier League sack race heats up
George Caulkin was at Nottingham Forest to see relief for an under-pressure manager while others battle on.
John Harbaugh is Giants' biggest asset in years. Can he lead them on a dream playoff run?
With his 5-2-1 team comfortably leading the NFC East, Harbaugh was asked how far the joyride could go. "Everything is possible," he said.
Premier League Briefing: Why are Man Utd 'box office'? Are Liverpool improving? When is a foul a foul?
Our columnist discusses three of the biggest questions posed by the weekend’s Premier League action.
The Verdict: My official MLS awards ballot, Best XI for the 2026 season
Playoffs are coming, but our resident voter shares the official ballot he'll be sending to MLS HQ after the end of the 2026 regular season.
Want to impress your soccer-watching friends? Tell them these five rules - The Soccer Weekender
Not all of the beautiful games' rules are easy to wrap your head around. We run you through some of the most unusual ones.
What should we make of the Washington Wizards so far this season?
Washington is 4-6 despite significant shooting woes from the likes of Trae Young and others.
Football comes together across Spain to honour Jesús de Miguel: ‘We’ve seen how fragile life is’
Across La Liga and beyond this weekend, footballers took to the field knowing it could have been them.
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Thomas Frank the leading contender to be next Crystal Palace manager
Palace are set to sack Pierre Sage after just 16 games, with the 3-1 defeat by Liverpool on Sunday leaving them bottom of the Premier League.
When is the FA Cup second round draw?
Our Ask Me Anything team tell you all you need to know about the FA Cup second round draw.
Who is the Knicks’ early MVP? Karl-Anthony Towns emerges as a ‘no-brainer’ pick
The Knicks have already existed in various states: The bad, the really bad and then, especially lately, the great.
Evolving Packers steal spotlight in one of the NFL’s best divisions ever: Sando’s Pick Six
Leaning heavily on Jordan Love, the Packers are soaring ... and yet still sit last in their own division. Welcome to the 2026 NFC North.
Colts, Cowboys are visibly struggling. They'd be better off with owners out of the spotlight
Maybe Carlie Irsay-Gordon and Jerry Jones can grab attention with bold moves ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline or the next coaching cycle.
NFL Wake-up Call: An emotional win and a return to normalcy ahead of trade deadline mania
The Lions notched an emotional win and kept pace in the brutal NFC North, which could look different after Tuesday's trade deadline.
How do MLB players feel about the idea of a free agency deadline? We polled 100 to find out
Free-agency windows will be a talking point in the upcoming CBA negotiations. Would players be interested in an official deadline? We asked.
Talking Points: "It was not the time to take that extra risk"
Catch up on the biggest topics and title talk from an unforgettable weekend of racing under the lights in Qatar!.
Ugly, generic jerseys overshadow U.S. and Canada at IIHF Women’s World Championship
The bizarre jersey fiasco at women's worlds is the result of a months-long conflict between Hockey Canada, USA Hockey and the IIHF.
Mariners involved some players in team's managerial search: Sources
The Seattle Mariners’ search for a new manager was far from typical.
How Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum’s Celtics partnership quietly unraveled
When the Celtics and 76ers meet Tuesday in Philadelphia, the unmistakable tension between Brown and Tatum will command the spotlight.
Linette dedicates Chennai title to victims of Kraków shooting
Magda Linette dethroned top seed and defending champion Janice Tjen in a three-set final at the Chennai Open to lift her fourth career trophy, then dedicated her win to the victims of Saturday's mass shooting in her home country of Poland.
Man United's games are mad and their performances maddening. It can't continue like this
The manager and his team are not even living game to game at the moment — their fortunes change moment to moment every time they play.
2026 NFL trade deadline primer: Players to watch and the deals already completed
Will the Colts move Jonathan Taylor? That could be the biggest domino to fall in what's already been an active trade deadline.
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Ex-Hull FC forward Fash moves to York
Brad Fash joins York Knights having left Hull FC after more than a decade with his hometown club.
Morris injures left hand following England tour match
Morris needed medical treatment for a cut on his left hand and sought specialist advice on Monday.
Khawaja 100% accurate on ball-tampering - Warner
David Warner says he throws his "full support" behind former team-mate Usman Khawaja following his claim that all the Australia players knew about ball-tampering.
Lipowicz delays NRL move to stay at Wakefield
Zac Lipowicz postpones a move to Perth Bears to remain with Super League winners Wakefield Trinity for 2027.
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'100% accurate' - Warner throws his support behind Khawaja on sandpapergate revelations
"We remain comfortable with the findings of our integrity process," Cricket Australia says about its investigation into the 2018 ball-tampering scandal.
The NRL rumour mill is in overdrive. But Grant says Kangaroos only focused on Cup final
Harry Grant is just one of a clutch of Australian stars whose future is the subject of daily conjecture. For now, though, he only has eyes for Sunday’s World Cup final against New Zealand.
‘We have to be better’: Kiss says Wallabies defence a priority after third straight rout
The Wallabies conceded over 40 points for a third straight Test match, in a record defeat to England. Coach Les Kiss says it’s not good enough.
Fagan's understudy Bruce named Brisbane's new senior coach
Brisbane goes in-house to choose its successor to three-time premiership winning coach Chris Fagan, as Cameron Bruce wins the race for the prized job.
Cameron Bruce wins the race to be Brisbane’s next senior AFL coach
The Brisbane Lions have gone internal and appointed experienced assistant coach Cameron Bruce as the club’s next senior coach to replace three-time flag winner Chris Fagan.
USA & Pacific Islands to host 2030 Rugby League World Cup
The 2030 Rugby League World Cup tournament will be hosted by the USA and the Pacific Islands, but the five host cities are yet to be confirmed.
‘Testament to their contribution’: Pacific Islands elevated by IRL
Samoa and Tonga have been elevated to Tier 1 nations as the 2030 World Cup is set to be hosted on their home soil.
Dutch match postponed after fans block team bus
A Dutch second-tier match between Vitesse Arnhem and De Graafschap was called off after away team supporters blocked their own team's bus from departing for the game.
Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action
Delap’s talents resurface in style, Gómez delights Brighton with more fireworks, and hair-pulling confusion at Everton. It would have been very easy for Oliver Glasner to lose patience with Liam Delap.
Lions pick Fagan’s replacement with coach who’ll bid for historic four-peat revealed
Cameron Bruce will be the next coach of the Brisbane Lions.
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‘Rushed and botched’: Warner breaks silence with explosive claim in Khawaja defence
David Warner has broken his silence after Usman Khawaja’s explosive claims on the Sandpapergate scandal, unequivocally throwing his support behind his former teammate.
New Lion King: Assistant to be appointed next Brisbane coach
The Lions are set to confirm the appointment of Cameron Bruce as their next senior coach.
Bears overcome Caleb Williams' career-high 4 interceptions, but Bucs give Ben Johnson's team, QB heat check
CHICAGO — Caleb Williams was having his way until he got in his own way Sunday night at Soldier Field. In his words, the Bears quarterback "got greedy," forcing the issue in the red zone, resulting in his first second-quarter interception against the Buccaneers.It was a heat check.
Warner says Khawaja's ball-tampering claim '100 per cent accurate'
David Warner throws his full support behind his childhood friend, Usman Khawaja, while slamming Cricket Australia's investigation into ball tampering.
Port coach crosses fingers for injury-free Origin, backs returning captain
Josh Carr will be hoping his Power players avoid injuries if they are picked to play in Origin.
Robinson on brink as Baur injury worries O'Neill - gossip
Aberdeen manager on brink of sack amid Injury sweat for Celtic as Hearts boss hopeful over improved form and latest injury setback.
Mushfiqur becomes first Bangladesh batter to score 7000 runs in Tests
Apart from being Bangladesh's highest run-getter in Tests, Mushfiqur Rahim is also their most-capped Test cricketer and holds their record for most Test centuries.
NFL Week 9 INSTANT reactions: are Packers top dogs in the NFC? Bears win ugly, Burrow for MVP?
Subscribe to Football 301 with Nate TiceApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeNate Tice & Hayden Winks dive into their instant takeaways from Week 9 of NFL action.
Shakeel digs in as Pakistan take opening day honours
SL bowlers refused to let Pakistan's batters convert starts into big runs but the hosts strung just enough partnerships together to go in having shaded the day at 281 for 5.
Broncos winger Josiah Karapani learns fate as NRL hands down drink driving ban
The Broncos have suffered an early setback in their bid to bounce back from their disastrous premiership defence with Josiah Karapani banned for the first two rounds of the 2027 season.
How the Swans 'outcoached' Dogs with one Molloy masterstroke
Sydney's bold decision to move Chloe Molloy into defence to stifle the Dogs' attack has been praised by Kate McCarthy.
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New Zealand's winning streak at home under threat in Hamilton
New Zealand have won 11 consecutive home ODI series since their defeat to India in 2019.
England make massive step up in Australia victory
In his latest column, England World Cup winner Matt Dawson reflects on an impressive win for Steve Borthwick's side against Australia in the Nations Championship.
Giannis surprised by Doc Rivers' critical comments: 'Go ask him why he thought that'
Antetokounmpo said he was shocked when informed of his former coach's comments that he found it "difficult" and "not easy" to coach him.
MATCH REVIEW: Double trouble for Swan, Blue fined for rough conduct
The match review for week one of the AFLW finals is in.
Austin Reaves Says He Was 'A Lucky Player' After Scoring 43 Points Versus Pistons
Austin Reaves scored 43 points as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Detroit Pistons 121-116 on Sunday. Reaves went 14-of-27 from the field. He also shot 4-of-6 from three and 11-11 from the free throw line.
Bangladesh call up uncapped batter Mahfijul Islam for Tests in South Africa
Mohammad Naim and Khaled Ahmed have been brought into the squad for the two-Test series in South Africa in place of Soumya Sarkar and Nayeem Hasan.
Fishlock retires after record-breaking career
Wales' record cap-holder and goalscorer, Jess Fishlock, hangs up her boots after Seattle Reign were beaten in the NWSL play-offs.
Church repays the faith with a tryscoring streak for the ages
Abbi Church has made a home for herself on the wing for the Jillaroos and is scoring tries for fun.
Who am I? Plus today's other quizzes
Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.
Will Richard Out With Torn Thumb Ligament, No Timetable On Return
Will Richard has a torn ligament in his left thumb, according to the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors gave no timeline on Richard's return. The 23-year-old guard is averaging 5.1 points and 1.8 rebounds on the season.
Warriors Looking To Trade Kristaps Porzingis As Soon As Possible
The Golden State Warriors are looking to trade Kristaps Porzingis as soon as they can, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Porzingis announced that he was stepping away from basketball last week. The team is currently withholding payment on his $20 million deal.