Rory McIlroy pictured at the Open on July 17, 2021
Rory McIlroy plays down club throw as "just a little toss"
The former world number one had looked to be playing himself into contention in the third round at Royal St George's before fading away.
Jul 17, 16:14
Rangers striker Jermain Defoe pictured in July 2019
Jermain Defoe limps off during Rangers' draw with Arsenal
Eddie Nketiah levelled for the Gunners late on.
Jul 17, 16:13
Rory McIlroy pictured at the Open on July 17, 2021
Rory McIlroy throws club after Open collapse on day three
Rory McIlroy made the halfway cut with just a shot to spare after consecutive rounds of 70.
Jul 17, 15:14
Celtic's Scott Brown reacts on February 27, 2020
Scott Brown appointed new Aberdeen captain
The midfielder has skippered both Celtic and Scotland.
Jul 17, 13:57
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Germany Olympic team walk off during Honduras friendly after alleged racism
The German Football Association said defender Jordan Torunarigha was racially abused.
Jul 17, 13:48
Max Verstappen pictured during practice at Silverstone on July 17, 2021
Max Verstappen tops final practice ahead of Silverstone Sprint race
Lewis Hamilton was eighth fastest in his Mercedes.
Jul 17, 12:51
Rory McIlroy pictured at the Open on July 17, 2021
Rory McIlroy climbs up Open leaderboard on day three
The former world number one covered the front nine in 31.
Jul 17, 12:50
England's Liam Livingstone pictured on June 24, 2021
Paul Collingwood: 'Liam Livingstone has put his hand up for World Cup'
Liam Livingstone hit England's fastest-ever century, blitzing nine sixes as he reached 103 in just 42 balls.
Jul 17, 12:50
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Olympic Village records first positive coronavirus test
The individual is now confined to a hotel.
Jul 17, 12:49
France's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring their second goal on June 8, 2021
AC Milan sign Olivier Giroud from Chelsea
The Frenchman has spent nine years in the Premier League.
Jul 17, 12:48
Bryson DeChambeau pictured during practice for The Masters on November 9, 2020
Bryson DeChambeau among early starters on day three of Open
Bryson DeChambeau played his last five holes in two under par on Friday to make the halfway cut on the mark of one over.
Jul 17, 09:46
Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke during the first round on July 18, 2019
On This Day: Darren Clarke becomes oldest Open champion in 44 years
The 42-year-old was the third Northern Irishman to win a major in the space of 13 months.
Jul 17, 08:35
Louis Oosthuizen pictured at the Open on July 16, 2021
The Open day three: Record-breaker Louis Oosthuizen boasts two-shot lead
Runner-up in the last two majors, Louis Oosthuizen added a 65 to his opening 64 for a halfway total of 129.
Jul 17, 08:34
England's Liam Livingstone pictured on June 24, 2021
England's Liam Livingstone credits Pakistan century to 10-day isolation
His punishing 103 was not enough to power England to their biggest-ever chase.
Jul 16, 22:59
England batsman James Vince is bowled against Australia on June 25, 2019
James Vince enjoys double delight as Hampshire keep Blast hopes alive
Hampshire recorded wins over both Essex and Sussex.
Jul 16, 22:45
Harry Kane celebrates scoring the winner for England on July 7, 2021
Nuno Espirito Santo "counting on" Harry Kane at Tottenham next season
Gareth Bale will not be returning following his loan from Real Madrid last season.
Jul 16, 21:54
Babar Azam in action against England on July 16, 2021
Pakistan beat England in T20 opener despite Liam Livingstone century
Liam Livingstone scored 103 but England ended up losing by 31 runs
Jul 16, 21:53
Jade Jones in action for Team GB at the Rio Olympics on August 19, 2016
Jade Jones admits she is "petrified" of contracting coronavirus
The 28-year-old is looking to be the first taekwondo athlete to secure a hat-trick of Olympic golds.
Jul 16, 21:09
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Wales' Jarrod Evans vows to put his "best foot forward" against Argentina
The Cardiff fly-half has been rewarded for an impressive showing off the bench in last week's first-Test draw.
Jul 16, 21:08
Brighton & Hove Albion manager Graham Potter pictured on February 27, 2021
Dutch goalkeeper Kjell Scherpen joins Brighton from Ajax
The 21-year-old has played four times for the Dutch giants.
Jul 16, 20:33
Louis Oosthuizen pictured at the Open on July 16, 2021
The Open day two: Louis Oosthuizen sets new record in dominant showing
The 38-year-old South African is in pole position to claim an overdue second major.
Jul 16, 20:33
Lukas Nmecha in action for Manchester City in pre-season on July 20, 2018
Lukas Nmecha joins Wolfsburg on permanent deal from Man City
The 22-year-old made just two first-team appearances for City.
Jul 16, 20:32
Babar Azam in action against England on July 16, 2021
Babar Azam-inspired Pakistan smash T20 record against England
Babar followed up a century in the final ODI with 85 in 49 balls on a flat Trent Bridge pitch, sharing an opening stand of 150 with Mohammad Rizwan.
Jul 16, 20:30
Lewis Hamilton celebrates finishing first in qualifying for the Silverstone Sprint race on July 16, 2021
Lewis Hamilton dedicates Silverstone performance to fans
The Mercedes driver edged out championship rival Max Verstappen in front of 86,000 fans.
Jul 16, 20:09
Louis Oosthuizen pictured at the Open on July 16, 2021
Louis Oosthuizen sets new Open record to claim halfway lead
The South African added a 65 to his opening 64 for a total of 129 after the first two rounds.
Jul 16, 20:08
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England's Jonathan Thomson makes Open cut following hole in one
After having pitched his tee shot on the fringe, he watched it take a few bounces before rolling straight into the hole.
Jul 16, 18:50
Lewis Hamilton celebrates finishing first in qualifying for the Silverstone Sprint race on July 16, 2021
Lewis Hamilton to start on pole for Silverstone Sprint race
The reining world champion edge out title rival Max Verstappen in front of an 86,000-strong crowd in Northamptonshire.
Jul 16, 18:33
France's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring their second goal on June 8, 2021
Olivier Giroud says goodbye to Chelsea amid AC Milan speculation
The 34-year-old won the FA Cup, Europa League and Champions League in three years at Chelsea.
Jul 16, 18:24
Liverpool midfielder James Milner pictured in November 2020
Friday's sporting social: Neymar's new 'do and James Milner on the 'toilet'
The PA news agency looks at some of the best examples of social from the sporting world.
Jul 16, 18:24
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Sir Lee Pearson expects Paralympics to bring out "the emotional side"
Lee Pearson has claimed a remarkable 11 golds from five previous Paralympic Games.
Jul 16, 18:23
A general shot of Rangers' Ibrox Stadium on November 22, 2020
Rangers welcome Fashion Sakala to training squad after quarantine
The Zambia international has had a 10-day quarantine period following his move from Belgian side Oostende.
Jul 16, 18:22
Andy Fordham pictured in November 2015
Mervyn King leads tributes to late Andy Fordham
The pair met for the first time at the 1994 World Masters and played in the 2004 World Championship final.
Jul 16, 18:21
Ange Postecoglou pictured in November 2020
Ange Postecoglou: 'Kyogo Furuhashi will bring something special to Celtic'
The Hoops confirmed they had reached agreement with Vissel Kobe to sign Japan international forward Kyogo Furuhashi on a four-year contract.
Jul 16, 16:47
Matej Mohoric celebrates at the Tour de France on July 16, 2021
Matej Mohoric powers to victory in stage 19 of Tour de France
Mark Cavendish had been hoping to secure his record 35th career stage win at the Tour de France.
Jul 16, 16:04
Siya Kolisi pictured on October 27, 2019
Siya Kolisi to be given chance to prove fitness before Lions clash
Inspirational leader Siya Kolisi tested positive for coronavirus on July 11 and immediately went into a 10-day isolation period.
Jul 16, 16:02
Millie Turner in action for Manchester United Women on September 7, 2019
Man United's Millie Turner receives apology from Adidas over name gaffe
The defender was called Amy Millie Turner in a picture of her wearing the club's new home kit.
Jul 16, 16:00
Malky Mackay pictured in November 2017
Ross County's Scottish League Cup tie with Dundee postponed due to coronavirus
Malky Mackay's side conceded their game against Dundee to add to the one with Forfar.
Jul 16, 15:59
Collin Morikawa pictured at the Open on July 16, 2021
Collin Morikawa sees funny side of missing historic record at Open
The Open debutant was one stroke outside the course record at Royal St George's and two off the lowest round in a major.
Jul 16, 15:58
Haris Vuckic of Rangers competes with Keith Lasley of Motherwell during the Scottish Premiership play-off final 2nd leg between Motherwell and Rangers at Fir Park on May 31, 2015
Keith Lasley renews Motherwell deal until 2023
The assistant manager has signed a new contract until 2023.
Jul 16, 15:08
Gregor Townsend pictured in January 2016
Gregor Townsend issues selection warning to Lions ahead of Stormers clash
Scrum-half Ali Price, centre Elliot Daly and flanker Hamish Watson are among those looking to push their claims to face South Africa.
Jul 16, 15:07
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