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Williams 'takes it all in' on Centre Court return

Serena Williams receives a standing ovation from the Centre Court crowd as she walks out to play at Wimbledon for the first time in four years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ODJka5H via IFTTT

Martinelli scores stoppage-time winner to send Brazil through to last 16

Gabriel Martinelli scores a dramatic 95th-minute winner with Brazil coming from behind to beat Japan, set up a World Cup last-16 tie against Norway or Ivory Coast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HaKdEiS via IFTTT

'Brilliant finish' - but should Sano have been on the pitch?

Kaishu Sano gives Japan the lead over Brazil moments after escaping a second yellow card for a challenge on Matheus Cunha during their round of 32 game in Houston. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fK3tzFR via IFTTT

England heading for series defeat against NZ after chaotic day

England's cricketers are heading for a series defeat after a chaotic fourth day at Trent Bridge in the third Test against New Zealand, where the home side closed on 103-4, needing 270 runs to win and avoid a series defeat in Ben Stokes' last in charge, following his shock announcement that he'll be retiring from international cricket after the match. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n68NFiu via IFTTT

Are players at Wimbledon already split on prize money protests?

Four-time major champion Aryna Sabalenka says she hopes the world's leading players will not have to boycott their Grand Slam media duties again over prize money protests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TxtyBqR via IFTTT

Chelsea in talks to sign Sunderland's Xhaka

Sunderland say experienced midfielder Granit Xhaka is not for sale amid reports Chelsea have entered talks over a move. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1NPvoAc via IFTTT

How Russell's quick thinking produced unexpected pole

Quick thinking, experience and a "magic lap" come together to produce an unexpected pole position for George Russell at the Austrian Grand Prix, writes Andrew Benson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8u4dyPr via IFTTT

David Miliband says he is optimistic about potential Burnham government

The former foreign secretary says Burnham has "this openness and energy that I think is very attractive and positive". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ubCHM3p via IFTTT

England can play on NZ memories of 2022 - Southee

England can play on New Zealand memories of a remarkable Test at Trent Bridge in 2022 to turn around their series decider in Nottingham, according to assistant coach Tim Southee. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X7JAPlC via IFTTT

Women alleging rape and sexual assault in France call to abolish statute of limitations

More than 50 women are calling for the abolition of the statute of limitations which they say has prevented them seeking justice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9yFERVI via IFTTT

Belgium going out? Sutton's World Cup 2026 score predictions - final group games

BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the final set of group games at the 2026 World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8I6Fn2u via IFTTT

Quiz: Name every England World Cup goalscorer since 2014

Fifteen players who have scored for England across the past four men's World Cups. Can you name them all? from BBC News https://ift.tt/bkcRDPX via IFTTT

Ice packs & F1 cooling vests - England ready for heat

England will use ice packs, Formula 1-style cooling vests and other methods to deal with the heat during their match against West Indies, says stand-in captain Charlie Dean. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9PSfpRq via IFTTT

Man City close in on appointing Maresca as manager

Manchester City are closing in on the appointment of Enzo Maresca to succeed Pep Guardiola as manager. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fBG7Q5L via IFTTT

Lamine Yamal shows why this could be his World Cup

Spain looked an instantly better team with Lamine Yamal in the side, with the 18-year-old showing why this could be his World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LFIkjq0 via IFTTT

Yamal on target as Spain put four past Saudi Arabia

Lamine Yamal scored 10 minutes into his first World Cup start as Spain beat Saudi Arabia to register their first win of the tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O3CKPFV via IFTTT

Root stands firm as England head towards final‑day defeat

Watch the highlights as Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand where a world record of 463 runs is needed to win at The Oval. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IhWfAcP via IFTTT

Fifa alters how World Cup tables work - it changes everything

Fifa is using head-to-head records instead of group goal difference as the first tiebreaker for teams who are level on points at the World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VCF8SWM via IFTTT

Stokes could return as captain for third Test against NZ

Ben Stokes could return as England captain as early as next week for the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ipg5qTe via IFTTT

England in trouble after dreadful day against NZ

England are in a dire position against New Zealand after spiralling from a chaotic morning on day two of the second Test at The Oval. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RZxfaeF via IFTTT

Verhoeven says appeal against loss to Usyk dismissed

Rico Verhoeven says his appeal against the result of his defeat by unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk last month has been dismissed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zx7qRKA via IFTTT

Cape Verde - Scotland's template against Morocco?

Former Scotland players Neil McCann and Willie Miller share their thoughts on how Steve Clarke's side might find success against Morocco. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CwNImqs via IFTTT

Up to 15,000 England fans head to Dallas for World Cup opener

England fans have had a longer wait than most for their 2026 World Cup campaign to get under way. But now supporters are starting to arrive in Dallas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zXIkb3M via IFTTT

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday?

Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history from BBC News https://ift.tt/y2PrJqN via IFTTT

Vozinha heroics help Cape Verde hold Spain to goalless draw

European champions Spain were held to surprise 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha producing a standout performance for his side in their Group H clash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IDdjRhP via IFTTT

Perfect 10 for Hamilton and Norris keeps fighting - driver ratings

BBC Radio 5 Live F1 commentator Harry Benjamin rates how the drivers performed during the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G2kbVg3 via IFTTT

Iran win four staff visa appeals but 11 banned

Four members of Iran's World Cup delegation win appeals against having their visa applications rejected but 11 staff remain banned from travelling to the United States. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pdm7kyG via IFTTT

Fight is on for Hamilton as he and Russell reset successfully

Lewis Hamilton says "the fight is on" as he and fellow Briton George Russell prepare to start at the front in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yzEWn1x via IFTTT

World Cup kicks off in Canada with Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé performing in opening ceremony

The opening games in Toronto and Los Angeles on Friday include star-studded performances. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DCrwJeW via IFTTT

Lukic heads Bosnia in front against Canada

Jovo Lukic heads Bosnia in front against co-hosts Canada in the opening game in Group B at the Toronto Stadium in the 2026 World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I3oARV0 via IFTTT

Bellingham set to start, but no Guehi - England's expected team

Jude Bellingham is expected to start England's opening game of the 2026 World Cup, as Marc Guehi could start on the bench. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BocYWI2 via IFTTT

Defence coach Edwards negotiating France exit

Shaun Edwards' departure from France's national team is being negotiated after nearly seven years on their staff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1IWVBYb via IFTTT

Counter-terrorism police leading school stabbing inquiry

Two pupils, both 14, and a teacher were hurt in the attack at a school in Manchester. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V9kKoxT via IFTTT

My wife's 'unadoptable' baby was left to die at unmarried mothers' home

A new report condemning an unmarried mothers' home is welcomed by survivors and relatives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/80a1zSJ via IFTTT

World Cup expected to be the biggest betting event in history

The expansion of the number of games being played is set to drive a surge in the amount of bets placed on this year's World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M4FQJx1 via IFTTT

Williams rolls back the years on return at Queen's

Serena Williams rolls back the years at Queen's with a winning performance on her comeback to tennis after 1,375 days away from the sport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hBe6Skl via IFTTT

Significant changes to new GSCEs in Wales likely after burnout concerns

The exams watchdog said it supported the decision to address concerns raised by teachers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nKTpxZY via IFTTT

Hamilton 'feels like I'm reminding people who I am'

Lewis Hamilton says he "feels like I'm having to remind people who I am" after finishing second in the Monaco Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Poj5GqO via IFTTT

'I want to thank myself' - Andreeva's journey to Grand Slam glory

Mirra Andreeva thanks her coach, her team and most importantly herself as she claims her first Grand Slam trophy at the French Open. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MXEefcl via IFTTT

Russell perplexed by struggles having arrived in Monaco playing mind games

George Russell tried playing a few mind games with Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli but is now the one "scratching my head". from BBC News https://ift.tt/xuJSN9l via IFTTT

17 wickets fall as England take control on another action-packed day

England have a golden opportunity for victory in the first Test against New Zealand despite a chaotic collapse of four wickets for one run in 11 balls on the second day at Lord's. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I8f0tFS via IFTTT

Atkinson removes captain Latham in the first over

Watch as New Zealand's Tom Latham is caught by England's Harry Brook off Gus Atkinson's bowling. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pyG2R3j via IFTTT

Stunning Robinson return gives life to England

Ollie Robinson takes three wickets in his first over for England in more than two years to breathe life into their post-Ashes rebuild on day one of the first Test against New Zealand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6QWr5aL via IFTTT

Cobolli sets up all-Italian French Open semi-final

Flavio Cobolli battles past Felix Auger-Aliassime to reach his first major semi-final and ensure an Italian will play in Sunday's French Open showpiece. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JGkLQFv via IFTTT

England in serious debt after Ashes and repayment must start now

England have invested in Brendon McCullum once again but now it is time for his team to start paying back the faith, writes Stephan Shemilt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Chdya0S via IFTTT

Police chief apologises to Henry Nowak's family over handcuffing and arrest

Chief Constable Alexis Boon tells the BBC the footage of how the murder victim had been treated was distressing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EN9iq6s via IFTTT

No more delayed flag? Fifa adds new offside tech for World Cup

The delayed offside flag could almost become a thing of the past after Fifa unveiled new technology to be used at the 2026 World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RoNHIsB via IFTTT

'Soldier' Joshua standing strong for friends' parents

British heavyweight Anthony Joshua is preparing for his next fight but says his priorty remains on standing strong for the parents of the close friends who died in a car accident. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IzvYHDR via IFTTT