Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Five talking points ahead of the Portuguese Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton holds a slender one-point advantage over Max Verstappen.
Apr 28, 17:58
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
FIFPRO: 'Players must be given greater say in changes to football calendar'
Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan described the new expanded Champions League format as 'the less of two evils'.
Apr 28, 17:57
Kyren Wilson pictured in December 2015
Kyren Wilson advances to World Snooker Championship semi-finals
Last year's beaten finalist took all five frames on Wednesday.
Apr 28, 17:55
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ECB joins social media blackout in fight against racism
The boycott will run from 3pm on Friday to 11.59pm on Monday.
Apr 28, 17:54
Arsenal Ladies' Laura Harvey after the FA Cup win over Bristol on May 21, 2011
Kelly Smith: 'Laura Harvey could be perfect fit for Arsenal'
Laura Harvey won three titles as Arsenal boss before leaving the club in 2012.
Apr 28, 17:52
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
Athletes can expect daily coronavirus tests in Tokyo
The Japanese capital has re-entered a state of emergency until at least May 11 owing to a rise in coronavirus infections.
Apr 28, 17:52
Grant Ward in action for Ipswich Town on August 21, 2018
Police investigating racist abuse sent to Grant Ward on social media
The midfielder started the Seasiders triumph at Sunderland.
Apr 28, 17:51
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Silverstone boss shares view on F1's first sprint qualifying race
The new format will be trialled at three grands prix this year.
Apr 28, 17:50
Mark Selby pictured in January 2016
Mark Selby advances into World Snooker Championship semi-finals
Mark Williams hailed his opponent as 'different class' after the defeat.
Apr 28, 17:49
Villarreal coach Unai Emery reacts in the Europa League on February 18, 2021
Unai Emery tried to sell house to successor Mikel Arteta
Unai Emery was fired in November 2019 after 18 months as Gunners boss, having been appointed to replace Arsene Wenger.
Apr 28, 17:49
Leicester City midfielder Harvey Barnes is taken off injured against Arsenal on February 28, 2021
Harvey Barnes ruled out for rest of season
Harvey Barnes suffered a knee injury in the defeat to Arsenal in February.
Apr 28, 17:46
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on March 7, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer explains Roma comments
Comments from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer angered some supporters of the Italian club.
Apr 28, 17:45
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Wales to begin Six Nations defence in Ireland
Wayne Pivac's Wales clinched the 2021 championship after Scotland won their rearranged fixture with France.
Apr 28, 17:43
Zander Clark pictured in 2015
Callum Davidson: 'Scotland should be looking at Zander Clark'
The St Johnstone boss believes his goalkeeper is a big-game player.
Apr 28, 17:42
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
Scott Tanser could miss St Johnstone's run-in due to injury
The 26-year-old has rolled both his ankles.
Apr 28, 17:41
CEO of Spotify Daniel Ek pictured in August 2018
Daniel Ek: 'Arsenal takeover bid is very serious'
Swedish billionaire Daniel Ek last week said he would be interested in purchasing the Premier League club.
Apr 28, 17:41
Rory McIlroy pictured at the Masters on April 8, 2021
Tom McKibbin flattered by Rory McIlroy talk
The pair both hail from Holywood Golf Club just outside Belfast.
Apr 28, 17:40
Charlie Mulgrew pictured for Scotland in September 2018
Charlie Mulgrew tips Callum McGregor to become Celtic captain
Hoops skipper Scott Brown is joining Aberdeen as player/assistant next season after 14 years at Parkhead.
Apr 28, 17:40
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on March 18, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: 'We are confident ahead of Roma clash'
The club have not won silverware since lifting the Europa League under Jose Mourinho in 2017.
Apr 28, 17:39
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford gets treatment for an injury on March 7, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer provides positive Marcus Rashford injury update
The England international is available to face Roma.
Apr 28, 17:36
West Ham United's Jarrod Bowen in action with Manchester United's Luke Shaw in the Premier League on March 14, 2021
Luke Shaw determined to help Manchester United reach EL final
The England international is hoping to cap off a memorable campaign with a trophy.
Apr 28, 17:35
England's Paul Casey in action at the Masters on November 12, 2020
Paul Casey wants to join 'elite company' at Valspar Championship
Paul Casey says he is 'raring to go' as he eyes his third successive victory in the event.
Apr 28, 17:34
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Istanbul to host Formula One Grand Prix in June
F1 remains hopeful of pulling off a record-breaking 23-round calendar this year.
Apr 28, 17:33
Villarreal coach Unai Emery reacts in the Europa League on February 18, 2021
The talking points ahead of Arsenal's clash with Villarreal
The spectre of the failed European Super League project and the prospect of a potential takeover bid loom over this semi-final clash with Villarreal.
Apr 28, 17:33
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
Masks on podiums and daily tests required for athletes at Tokyo Games
The Japanese capital has re-entered a state of emergency until at least May 11 owing to a rise in coronavirus infections.
Apr 28, 17:31
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Premiership Rugby joins social media boycott
English rugby's top 12 clubs will join football and cricket in refusing to post on all platforms this weekend.
Apr 28, 17:31
Australia's Marnus Labuschagne pictured in March 2020
Marnus Labuschagne: 'Being overlooked for IPL was blessing in disguise'
The 26-year-old batsman has returned to Glamorgan after a productive spell with the county in 2019.
Apr 28, 17:31
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
Darren Young fuming over "scandalous" East Fife charge
Both teams were informed a member of Clyde's line-up had contracted coronavirus just moments before the scheduled 7pm kick-off.
Apr 28, 17:30
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on March 18, 2021
The talking points ahead of Manchester United's clash with Roma
The former striker has lost all four semi-finals since he took charge at Old Trafford.
Apr 28, 17:29
Steven Davis at a Northern Ireland press conference on September 8, 2019
Steven Davis still has desire to keep chasing glory
The Northern Ireland skipper remains one of Steven Gerrard's key men even at the age of 36.
Apr 28, 17:29
Sheffield Wednesday manager Darren Moore pictured on March 6, 2021
Darren Moore opens up on coronavirus-induced pneumonia
The Owls manager has no set time scale for a return to work.
Apr 28, 17:28
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
Clinically extremely vulnerable fans can be at pilot events
CEV people, or those living with them, were previously excluded from the pilots on public health grounds.
Apr 28, 17:24
Nigel Pearson in charge of Bristol City in March 2021
Nigel Pearson 'close to agreeing three-year Bristol City deal'
The 57-year-old's contract is due to expire at the end of the season.
Apr 28, 17:24
Dereck Chisora pictured on December 19, 2018
David Haye: 'Derek Chisora aware he will not beat Joseph Parker on points'
If his heavyweight showdown against Joseph Parker in Manchester ends up going the distance on Saturday, David Haye thinks Derek Chisora will have been outpointed.
Apr 28, 17:23
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
Wednesday's sporting social: Jose's throwback, Becks' dogs and North's agony
Deontay Wilder was back training and Eugenie Bouchard wanted TV show recommendations.
Apr 28, 17:23
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
A look at the playbook handed to Olympic, Paralympic athletes for Tokyo
Pretty much every aspect of a competitor's stay in Japan from beginning to end is taken into account.
Apr 28, 17:21
Chelsea's Timo Werner celebrates scoring against West Ham United in the Premier League on April 24, 2021
Thomas Tuchel: 'Timo Werner must put his chin up'
Christian Pulisic's calmly-taken goal cemented Chelsea's early dominance in Madrid.
Apr 28, 12:53
Wales manager Ryan Giggs pictured in September 2020
Ryan Giggs denies charges of assaulting two women
Ryan Giggs appeared in the dock for his first appearance at Manchester Magistrates' Court on Wednesday.
Apr 28, 12:53
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
Government urged to seek greater help for lower leagues
The English top flight is reported to be poised to roll over its existing agreements.
Apr 28, 10:21
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
BT Sport, talkSPORT join social media boycott
The broadcasters are the latest organisations to give their backing to the blackout this weekend.
Apr 28, 10:21
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