Aryna Sabalenka looks dejected after being knocked out of the French Open on June 4, 2021
French Open loses top three women's seeds as Aryna Sabalenka bows out
The Belarusian followed Ashleigh Barty and Naomi Osaka out of the tournament.
Jun 4, 12:30
Tottenham Hotspur full-back Danny Rose in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester on February 9, 2019
Danny Rose to leave Tottenham at end of contract
The full-back will be released at the end of his contract having spent last season in the wilderness, training with the club's under-23s.
Jun 4, 12:27
Everton's Theo Walcott celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on July 16, 2020
Theo Walcott among players to leave Everton
Josh Joshua King, Yannick Bolasie and Muhamed Besic are also out of contract.
Jun 4, 11:39
Chelsea Women celebrate on March 31, 2021
Chelsea and Man City dominate WSL team of the year
Emma Hayes' side also provided Ann-Katrin Berger, Magdalena Eriksson, Maren Mjelde and Fran Kirby to the line-up.
Jun 4, 11:09
England's Trent Alexander-Arnold pictured on June 2, 2021
Who could replace Trent Alexander-Arnold for England at Euro 2020?
James Ward-Prowse, Ollie Watkins and Jesse Lingard are among the five candidates who missed out on the 26-man squad.
Jun 4, 11:06
England's Trent Alexander-Arnold pictured on June 2, 2021
Trent Alexander-Arnold "absolutely gutted" to miss Euro 2020
The England defender was ruled out of the finals after suffering a thigh injury late on in Wednesday's 1-0 friendly win over Austria.
Jun 4, 11:05
Kristoffer Ajer in action for Celtic on September 19, 2019
Kristoffer Ajer confirms desire to leave Celtic
The 23-year-old Norway international, who has a year left on his contract, has been linked with Newcastle.
Jun 4, 10:18
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough on March 31, 2021
Ian Baraclough "cannot fault" effort of Northern Ireland players
The campaign ended with a 1-0 friendly defeat to Ukraine in Dnipro on Thursday night.
Jun 4, 10:18
Red Bull's Max Verstappen in action during practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on June 4, 2021
Max Verstappen tops first practice in Azerbaijan
The Red Bull driver was 0.043 seconds quicker than Ferrari's Charles Leclerc with Lewis Hamilton only seventh in the Mercedes.
Jun 4, 10:17
Troy Parrott in action for Republic of Ireland on November 14, 2019
Troy Parrott believes fans "should be excited" about Irish strikers
The teenager scored twice in Andorra to spare Ireland's blushes.
Jun 4, 09:14
Andre Ayew celebrates scoring for Swansea City against Queens Park Rangers on December 26, 2020
Andre Ayew set to leave Swansea City
The Ghana forward scored 47 goals in two spells at the Liberty Stadium.
Jun 4, 09:06
Inter Milan manager Antonio Conte pictured on February 14, 2021
Friday's paper talk: Emiliano Buendia, Wilfried Zaha, Antonio Conte
Antonio Conte, Wilfried Zaha and Moussa Dembele could be on the move according to Friday's papers.
Jun 4, 07:04
Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne is defended by Los Angeles Lakers forward Markieff Morris on June 4, 2021
NBA roundup: Suns end Lakers' title defence, Nuggets beat Blazers
Anthony Davis only managed five minutes on his return from injury.
Jun 4, 07:03
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On This Day: Scotland appoint Andy Robinson as new head coach
Andy Robinson signed a three-year contract as he returned to Test rugby just over two-and-a-half years on from the end of his disappointing England reign.
Jun 4, 07:03
Ashleigh Barty pictured at the Australian Open on February 17, 2021
French Open roundup: Injury forces world number one Ashleigh Barty out of competition
The story of the fifth day of action at Roland Garros.
Jun 3, 22:26
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
Ali McCann: 'Northern Ireland were unlucky against Ukraine'
Ian Baraclough's side lost 1-0 to an early goal by Oleksandr Zubkov.
Jun 3, 22:26
Rafael Nadal pictured at the French Open on June 1, 2021
Rafael Nadal advances to third round of French Open
Rafael Nadal has won every tour-level match he has played against the Frenchman.
Jun 3, 21:56
England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on June 2, 2021
Gareth Southgate: 'England may rethink taking the knee'
Some of the supporters at the friendly with Austria in Middlesbrough voiced their opposition to the anti-racism stance.
Jun 3, 21:55
Jack Grealish pictured for England on June 2, 2021
Jack Grealish prepared to take kicks and bruises for England
Jack Grealish was the most fouled player in the Premier League last season and was seemingly targeted against Austria.
Jun 3, 21:55
Sale's Manu Tuilagi reacts after suffering an injury against Northampton Saints on September 29, 2020
Manu Tuilagi "fit and ready to go" for England
The centre has recovered from an Achilles injury.
Jun 3, 21:54
Ukraine's Andriy Yarmolenko in action with Northern Ireland's Ciaron Brown on June 3, 2021
Ukraine 1-0 Northern Ireland: Visitors suffer narrow defeat in Dnipro
Oleksandr Zubkov netted the winner after only 10 minutes.
Jun 3, 20:53
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny on March 24, 2021
Stephen Kenny tips Troy Parrott for bright future
The teenager dragged Ireland back into the game at the Estadi Nacional.
Jun 3, 20:49
New Zealand's Tim Southee congratulates Devon Conway during the clash with England on June 3, 2021
Devon Conway stars but England fight back at Lord's
Mark Wood and Ollie Robinson starred with the ball as the home side responded on day two.
Jun 3, 20:48
Roger Federer in action at the French Open on June 3, 2021
Roger Federer loses cool during French Open victory
Roger Federer was furious at being given a warning for taking too long between points.
Jun 3, 20:48
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Cricket roundup: Ben Brown century rescues Sussex
Ben Brown, Lewis Gregory, Marcus Harris and Emilio Gay all hit centuries on Thursday.
Jun 3, 20:48
England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
Ollie Robinson praised for resilience by Graham Thorpe
The England seamer faces an investigation over his historical tweets of a racist and sexist nature.
Jun 3, 20:47
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Thursday's sporting social: Supporters return as small number watch Yorkshire
There were England debuts to celebrate for Ben Godfrey and Ben White.
Jun 3, 19:06
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny on March 24, 2021
A look at Republic of Ireland's record under Stephen Kenny
Stephen Kenny replaced Mick McCarthy in April last year.
Jun 3, 18:38
Republic of Ireland's Troy Parrott celebrates scoring against Andorra in a friendly on June 3, 2021
Andorra 1-4 Republic of Ireland: Troy Parrott hits double in comeback win
Ireland trailed to Marc Vales' shock opener before fighting back against Andorra.
Jun 3, 18:14
England's Ollie Robinson pictured on June 2, 2021
Devon Conway provides double century but England are back in contention
The New Zealand batsman marked his debut by scoring 200 as the tourists made 378 at Lord's.
Jun 3, 18:11
England's Trent Alexander-Arnold pictured on June 2, 2021
Trent Alexander-Arnold ruled out of Euro 2020
The Liverpool defender limped off in the closing stages of Wednesday's friendly with Austria.
Jun 3, 17:57
Cameron Norrie in action at the French Open on June 3, 2021
Cameron Norrie prepared to take fight to Rafael Nadal
Cameron Norrie defeated Lloyd Harris to continue his impressive season.
Jun 3, 17:57
Roger Federer in action at the French Open on June 3, 2021
French Open roundup: Roger Federer loses cool with umpire in second-round win
The Swiss was unhappy about being given a warning for spending too long getting his towel between points.
Jun 3, 17:27
Andy Murray reacts after losing against Stan Wawrinka at the French Open on September 27, 2020
Andy Murray withdraws from Nottingham event
The former world number one is now expected to make his singles comeback at Queen's Club.
Jun 3, 16:41
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
Norwich City dominate Championship Team of the Year
Brentford, Blackburn and Reading players made up the rest of the side.
Jun 3, 16:09
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
Fans told to self-isolate after returning from European Cup final
Multiple flights back from Porto have been affected, with fans reporting they now have to stay at home.
Jun 3, 15:58
Cameron Norrie in action at the French Open on June 3, 2021
Cameron Norrie beats Lloyd Harris to reach third round of French Open
Cameron Norrie's 4-6 6-3 6-3 6-2 victory is likely to set up a clash with Rafael Nadal.
Jun 3, 15:50
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
Christopher Jullien in a positive mood ahead of next season
The Frenchman saw his season ended in December.
Jun 3, 15:48
New Zealand's Tim Southee congratulates Devon Conway during the clash with England on June 3, 2021
Devon Conway double century hands New Zealand control
The hosts lost two early wickets in reply.
Jun 3, 15:47
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
Kick It Out calls on England supporters who booed players taking a knee to show support
The boos were soon drowned out by cheers among the near-7,000 crowd at the Riverside.
Jun 3, 15:45
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