Joe Calzaghe celebrates beating Rick Thornberry in 1999
On This Day: Joe Calzaghe retains WBO title against Rick Thornberry
Joe Calzaghe would go on to retire with his unbeaten record intact.
Jun 5, 08:08
LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard shoots over Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic on June 5, 2021
Kawhi Leonard stars as Clippers force seventh game with Mavericks
Leonard finished with 45 points and went five for nine from three.
Jun 5, 08:05
Stefanos Tsitsipas reacts at the French Open on June 4, 2021
Stefanos Tsitsipas books spot in French Open fourth round
Stefanos Tsitsipas recovered from a set down to keep his hopes alive in Paris.
Jun 4, 22:28
Serena Williams pictured at the French Open on May 31, 2021
French Open roundup: Serena Williams stars, Medvedev progresses
The story of the sixth day of action at Roland Garros.
Jun 4, 22:23
Jason Knight celebrates scoring for Derby County on December 30, 2019
Jason Knight remains optimistic over Ireland's World Cup bid
Ireland face a tough triple-header in September after a winless start to the campaign.
Jun 4, 22:22
Inter Milan manager Antonio Conte pictured on February 14, 2021
Tottenham Hotspur's Antonio Conte talks break down
Spurs, who sacked Jose Mourinho in April, were in discussions to bring the former Chelsea manager to north London.
Jun 4, 22:15
St Johnstone's Glenn Middleton celebrates scoring against St Mirren in the Scottish Cup semi-finals on May 9, 2021
Glenn Middleton: 'St Johnstone success can help me at Rangers'
The jet-heeled winger will report back to Ibrox this summer having ended his six-month Saints switch.
Jun 4, 21:42
Ciaron Brown in action for Cardiff City in pre-season ion July 2018
Craig Cathcart tips Dan Ballard, Ciaron Brown to shine for Northern Ireland
Craig Cathcart was impressed by his younger teammates.
Jun 4, 21:36
Spain's Aymeric Laporte in action with Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo on June 4, 2021
European roundup: Laporte makes Spain debut in Portugal stalemate
Stalemate for Spain and Portugal but Italy continue to build momentum ahead of Euro 2020.
Jun 4, 21:15
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David Bedingham hits century as Durham on top against Worcestershire
Dan Ibrahim is one of only two 16-year-old's to score a half-century in the Championship.
Jun 4, 19:21
Daniil Medvedev pictured at the French Open on June 4, 2021
Daniil Medvedev cruises into fourth round of French Open
Daniil Medvedev defeated giant American Reilly Opelka in straight sets.
Jun 4, 18:57
England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
New Zealand coach Shane Jurgensen relishing Root-De Grandhomme battle
Colin de Grandhomme claimed the crucial wicket of Joe Root in the 2019 World Cup final.
Jun 4, 18:03
England's Trent Alexander-Arnold pictured on June 2, 2021
Friday's sporting social: Disappointment for Trent Alexander-Arnold
Mourning former goalkeeper Alan Miller.
Jun 4, 17:56
England cricketer Reece Topley pictured in May 2017
England hit with Reece Topley injury blow for Sri Lanka, Pakistan schedule
The left-arm seamer injured his right side playing for Surrey's second team.
Jun 4, 16:29
Morecambe manager Derek Adams pictured on January 10, 2021
Derek Adams: 'I completed my job at Morecambe'
The Scot has signed a three-year deal with the League Two Bantams.
Jun 4, 16:28
Bournemouth's Jefferson Lerma celebrates scoring against Coventry City in the Championship on October 2, 2020
Bournemouth's Jefferson Lerma decides against appealing six-match ban
The midfielder was accused of biting Sheffield Wednesday forward Josh Windass in November.
Jun 4, 16:28
Serena Williams pictured at the French Open on May 31, 2021
Serena Williams eases past Danielle Collins at French Open
Serena Williams is the only top-10 player left in the bottom half of the draw.
Jun 4, 16:27
Manchester City's Ruben Dias and John Stones celebrate after the match on May 4, 2021
Man City boast six players in PFA Premier League team of the year
There were two each from Tottenham and Manchester United and one from Liverpool.
Jun 4, 16:11
Jack Grealish pictured for England on June 2, 2021
How does England's top-level experience compare to other nations?
The Covid-19 pandemic not only saw the tournament postponed from last summer but also led to a stoppage in domestic leagues.
Jun 4, 16:09
Michael O'Halloran in action for St Johnstone in 2016
Michael O'Halloran pens new St Johnstone deal
Jim Goodwin admitted last month he was keen on the former Rangers winger
Jun 4, 15:53
Olivier Giroud in action for Chelsea on February 15, 2021
Olivier Giroud and Thiago Silva extend Chelsea stays
Thiago Silva and Olivier Giroud are to remain at Stamford Bridge for another year.
Jun 4, 15:52
A general shot of Wembley Stadium in May 2020
UEFA and British Government in discussion over easing quarantine for Euros
Arrivals from amber list countries to the UK must quarantine for 10 days.
Jun 4, 15:35
England's Mark Wood pictured on June 3, 2021
England thwarted by rain on day three of New Zealand Test
The home side were waiting to resume on 111 for two in reply to New Zealand's 378.
Jun 4, 15:34
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and co-owners Joel Glazer and Avram Glazer in April 2019
Manchester United to create Fan Advisory Board
The club say the move is "to ensure the fans' perspective is embedded within the club's decision-making processes".
Jun 4, 15:33
Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel kisses the trophy as he celebrates after winning the race in Singapore on September 22, 2019
Singapore Grand Prix 'cancelled for second season running'
The venue will not go ahead because of Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Jun 4, 14:58
Kristoffer Ajer in action for Celtic on September 19, 2019
Kristoffer Ajer aiming to play in "top five league" after leaving Celtic
Celtic have now clocked up 100 days without a manager following Neil Lennon's departure way back in February.
Jun 4, 14:57
A general shot of the new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on March 30, 2019
Fabio Paratici remains tight-lipped over Tottenham links
The outgoing Juventus director of football worked with the former Inter Milan boss at the Turin club.
Jun 4, 14:55
Scotland's Kevin Nisbet celebrates scoring against the Netherlands on June 2, 2021
Callum McGregor calls for calm at Scotland following Netherlands draw
Steve Clarke's Covid-hit squad received a major shot in the arm ahead of Euro 2020 by claiming an encouraging 2-2 draw with Holland.
Jun 4, 14:15
Manchester United's Harry Maguire goes off injured against Aston Villa in the Premier League on May 9, 2021
Martin Keown calls for three-man England defence if Maguire ruled out
The Manchester United defender is one of just four specialist centre-halves in the squad.
Jun 4, 14:14
Lewis Hamilton pictured during practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on June 4, 2021
Lewis Hamilton down in 11th during second Azerbaijan practice
The seven-time world champion finished only 11th while rivals Red Bull set the pace in Baku.
Jun 4, 14:13
England's Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring their fifth goal with teammates on March 25, 2021
Which countries have the most experienced squads at Euro 2020?
England and Wales some of the lowest average ages and Scotland have the fewest international caps.
Jun 4, 14:10
Henrik Stenson in action during day one of the Ryder Cup on September 28, 2018
Henrik Stenson admits he is "certainly not happy" with recent performances
The former Open champion has dropped to 142nd in the world rankings.
Jun 4, 14:09
Kelly Smith pictured in September 2018
Kelly Smith hails "good blend" in GB's Olympic squad
GB boss Hege Riise did not pick Jordan Nobbs in the 18-strong squad, much to the surprise of her former England and Arsenal team-mate Kelly Smith.
Jun 4, 14:08
Andrea Agnelli, the chairman of the European Club Association and Juventus, pictured in July 2020
Juventus chairman describes Super League as "desperate cry of alarm"
The Italian outfit, Barcelona and Real Madrid are the only clubs left from the original 12 who signed up to the breakaway competition.
Jun 4, 14:07
Michael Gove pictured on October 23, 2020
Shadow sports minister hits out at Michael Gove's lack of self-isolation
The minister travelled to Portugal for last Saturday's Champions League final.
Jun 4, 13:18
Tottenham Hotspur forward Gareth Bale celebrates his hat-trick on May 2, 2021
Gareth Bale set to discuss Real Madrid future with Carlo Ancelotti
The pair won the Champions League together at Real in 2014.
Jun 4, 13:17
Morecambe manager Derek Adams pictured on January 10, 2021
Derek Adams announced as new Bradford manager
Derek Adams left former club Morecambe on Thursday after clinching promotion to League One via the play-offs.
Jun 4, 12:47
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
UEFA chief confirms new accidental handball rule for Euro 2020
The laws for next season were updated in March and UEFA has opted to use them early for its competition.
Jun 4, 12:47
Daniel Dubois pictured on July 13, 2019
Daniel Dubois: 'I am not to be underestimated'
The Londoner lost against Joe Joyce last November when he took a knee in the 10th round, allowing himself to be counted out.
Jun 4, 12:33
New Zealand's Tim Southee congratulates Devon Conway during the clash with England on June 3, 2021
Bad weather derails England's reply in New Zealand Test
When play does get under way, the hosts will resume on 111 for two.
Jun 4, 12:31
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