A shot of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics opening ceremony
The most memorable moments from the Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony
The Olympic Games officially started in Tokyo on Friday.
Jul 23, 17:33
A shot of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics opening ceremony
Today at the Olympics: Tokyo 2020 kicks off with opening ceremony
There were no general spectators at the main stadium and a much-reduced parade of athletes.
Jul 23, 17:33
Eamonn Brophy pictured for Scotland in June 2019
Eamonn Brophy: 'My St Mirren career is just getting started'
He played just six times for Jim Goodwin's team before a long-standing problem was diagnosed as a foot fracture.
Jul 23, 17:30
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GB's Tom Pidcock hopes to start "a trend in mountain biking"
He will be on the start line on Monday despite suffering a broken collarbone in training in June.
Jul 23, 17:30
England coach John Mitchell pictured in September 2019
Wasps to welcome England coach John Mitchell back for new season
The 57-year-old Kiwi had a spell with the club earlier in his career.
Jul 23, 17:28
Rangers defender Connor Goldson celebrates scoring against Celtic in the Scottish Premiership on October 17, 2020
Steven Gerrard optimistic over new Connor Goldson Rangers deal
The 28-year-old defender has one year left on his current deal.
Jul 23, 17:27
Harry Wilson celebrates scoring for Wales in March 2021
Fulham 'closing in on deal for Liverpool's Harry Wilson'
The Wales winger has made just two senior appearances for the Reds amid a string of loan moves.
Jul 23, 17:26
Marcus Smith pictured for Harlequins in May 2019
Harlequins "disgusted" by Neil Francis's Marcus Smith comment
Ugo Monye was also appalled by Francis' words.
Jul 23, 17:26
Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho pictured on April 21, 2021
Jadon Sancho "honoured" to join "iconic" Man United
The forward was top-scorer as Borussia Dortmund won the German cup last season.
Jul 23, 17:25
British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland before the match on July 3, 2021
The big talking points ahead of Lions' clash with South Africa
Only once before have the Lions come back from defeat in the first Test to win the series.
Jul 23, 15:25
Naomi Osaka celebrates after beating Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final on February 20, 2021
Naomi Osaka lights Olympic flame following Tokyo opening ceremony
International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach declared the ceremony "a moment of hope".
Jul 23, 15:24
Wales manager Ryan Giggs pictured in September 2020
Court hears Ryan Giggs 'kicked ex and threw her out of hotel room naked'
The former Manchester United star denies assault and controlling and coercive behaviour.
Jul 23, 15:22
Tranmere Rovers' Paul Mullin celebrates scoring their second goal on January 23, 2020
Paul Mullin credits Rob McElhenney phone call for Wrexham transfer
Paul Mullin broke the League Two goalscoring record last season with 32 goals.
Jul 23, 14:33
British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland before the match on July 3, 2021
Warren Gatland "mind games" dismissed by South Africa
Head coach Gatland claimed the Lions had already dented the Springboks ego at the set-piece.
Jul 23, 14:32
St Mirren boss Jim Goodwin pictured on August 9, 2020
Jim Goodwin insists St Mirren will not be "shafted" in transfer market
The Buddies boss revealed the club had rejected bids for Jamie McGrath and Conor McCarthy.
Jul 23, 14:31
Adam Peaty poses with his gold medal on July 24, 2019
Adam Peaty "very chilled" ahead of historic Olympic title bid
Adam Peaty begins his 100m breaststroke defence in Saturday's heats.
Jul 23, 14:30
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GB Hockey star Maddie Hinch reflects on 2016 "madness" in Rio
Germany are the opponents in their opening match on Sunday.
Jul 23, 14:29
Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho pictured on April 21, 2021
What will Jadon Sancho bring to Manchester United?
Jadon Sancho has become a star player for Borussia Dortmund in recent years.
Jul 23, 14:28
Scotland's Mike Blair pictured in November 2012
Mike Blair appointed new Edinburgh head coach
The former scrum-half played for Edinburgh from 2002-2012.
Jul 23, 14:27
A general shot of the Brentford Community Stadium on November 7, 2020
Myles Peart-Harris joins Brentford from Chelsea
The Premier League newcomers have taken the 18-year-old across west London on a four-year deal.
Jul 23, 13:14
Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho pictured on April 21, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: 'Jadon Sancho will blossom at Man United'
The winger has arrived at Old Trafford from Borussia Dortmund.
Jul 23, 12:57
England's Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring against Romania on June 6, 2021
Marcus Rashford mural messages featured on virtual 'Wall of Hope'
Marcus Rashford's mural was vandalised in the wake of England's penalty shoot-out defeat to Italy.
Jul 23, 12:28
Chelsea Women manager Emma Hayes pictured on April 25, 2021
Lauren James joins Chelsea on four-year deal
The forward makes the move from Manchester United.
Jul 23, 12:27
British and Irish Lions' Robbie Henshaw celebrates scoring a try on June 26, 2021
Robbie Henshaw: 'Lions are massively ready for South Africa'
The Springboks will be playing only their second Test since lifting the 2019 World Cup.
Jul 23, 12:26
Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho pictured on April 21, 2021
Jadon Sancho completes Manchester United move
The 21-year-old England international - a former Manchester City youth team player - has joined from Borussia Dortmund in a £73million deal.
Jul 23, 12:25
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Five things we learned from The Hundred's opening rounds
The near 8,000 who turned up for night one represented the biggest ever UK crowd for a women's match.
Jul 23, 12:25
Max Whitlock in action for Team GB on October 12, 2019
GB gymnast Joe Fraser heaps praise on "massive role model" Max Whitlock
Joe Fraser joins Max Whitlock, Giarni Regini-Moran and James Hall in the GB team competing in Tokyo.
Jul 23, 11:14
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny on March 24, 2021
Ireland boss Stephen Kenny urges "leadership" in fight against racism
Stephen Kenny's players were booed as they took the knee in Budapest.
Jul 23, 11:13
Rashid Khan in action for Afghanistan in June 2019
Rashid Khan "proud" to represent Afghanistan in The Hundred
The leg-spinner is excited about the prospect of bowling 10 balls in a row when he turns out for Trent Rockets.
Jul 23, 11:11
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Seonaid McIntosh aiming to follow in family's footsteps at Olympics
The Scot's mother Shirley and sister Jennifer won nine Commonwealth Games shooting medals between them.
Jul 23, 10:52
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Wales among potential beneficiaries for Rugby World Cup
A number of players have suggested they would play for other countries.
Jul 23, 10:50
Adil Rashid pictured for England on September 8, 2020
Adil Rashid relishing Jonny Bairstow battle in The Hundred
When they face off on Saturday the Yorkshire and England teammates will be on opposite sides for the first time.
Jul 23, 09:34
Adam Peaty poses with his gold medal on July 24, 2019
The numbers behind Adam Peaty's dominance ahead of Tokyo Olympics
The reigning Olympic champion goes into the Olympics as Great Britain's strongest gold medal hope.
Jul 23, 09:33
British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland before the match on July 3, 2021
Lions assured over South Africa officials after Warren Gatland fury
Marius Jonker was chosen to replace New Zealand's Brendon Pickerill, who withdraw due to coronavirus-related travel issues.
Jul 23, 09:32
Harry Kane celebrates scoring the winner for England on July 7, 2021
Tottenham 'insist Harry Kane is not for sale amid Man City links'
The England captain is keen to leave Spurs and reports have suggested a £160million move is close.
Jul 23, 09:31
Chelsea Women celebrate on March 31, 2021
WSL champions Chelsea to kick off new season against Arsenal
Clubs will start the new campaign on either September 3, 4 or 5.
Jul 23, 08:15
Michael Vaughan pictured in 2005
Michael Vaughan warns of Ashes "farce" with coronavirus restrictions
The former international skipper had previously called for the series to be cancelled unless families were allowed to accompany players.
Jul 23, 07:50
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Players criticise "premature" Australia and NZ World Cup withdrawal
The two nations have elsewhere been branded 'cowardly' and 'selfish' over the move.
Jul 23, 07:50
Sanita Puspure pictured at the Tokyo Olympics on July 23, 2021
Sanita Puspure and Vicky Thornley make strong starts to women's sculls
Puspure and Vicky Thornley both won their heats at the Sea Forest Waterway.
Jul 23, 07:49
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Today at the Olympics: Tokyo prepares for opening ceremony without fans
Only around 30 of more than 200 Team GB athletes are expected to march at the ceremony inside an empty Olympic Stadium in Tokyo.
Jul 23, 07:45
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