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Football abuse survivor aiming to bring issue into the spotlight
Ian Ackley was himself abused by former football coach Barry Bennell.
Nov 16, 16:57
Dustin Johnson with the green jacket after winning the Masters on November 15, 2020
A look back at the winners and losers of this season's majors
Dustin Johnson, Collin Morikawa and Bryson DeChambeau claimed the three major titles on offer this year.
Nov 16, 16:55
Novak Djokovic celebrates after beating Diego Schwartzman in the ATP Finals on November 16, 2020
Novak Djokovic cruises past Diego Schwartzman in ATP Finals opener
Novak Djokovic needed only an hour and 18 minutes to defeat Diego Schwartzman 6-3 6-2.
Nov 16, 15:58
Wales' David Brooks scores against the Republic of Ireland in the UEFA Nations League on November 15, 2020
Wales insist Finland preparations are unaffected by Ireland coronavirus cases
FAW say plans for Finland match 'unaffected' by two Republic of Ireland players testing positive for coronavirus after Sunday's game in Cardiff.
Nov 16, 15:55
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho pictured on November 8, 2020
Jose Mourinho aims dig at international break on social media
Spurs defender Matt Doherty tested positive for coronavirus while on international duty with the Republic of Ireland.
Nov 16, 15:41
Tyrone Mings pictured for England in September 2020
Tyrone Mings insists England can take positives from Belgium defeat
England's Nations League hopes were ended away to the world's top-ranked team.
Nov 16, 15:40
Manchester United defender Alex Telles pictured in October 2020
Manchester United checking in on Alex Telles following coronavirus reports
United said they were still hopeful the signing from Porto would be available to play against West Brom on Saturday.
Nov 16, 15:39
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Turkish Grand Prix on November 15, 2020
Boris Johnson urged not to deny Lewis Hamilton knighthood over tax status
Motorsport UK chairman David Richards points to the seven-time world champion's charitable work and push for equality and diversity.
Nov 16, 15:38
Ryan Reynolds pictured in May 2018
A look at other celebrity sports owners following Wrexham takeover
The Hollywood actors have had their bid for Wrexham accepted.
Nov 16, 15:35
Ryan Reynolds pictured in May 2018
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney complete Wrexham takeover
The two actors appeared in a comic video for the club after confirmation that their takeover offer had been accepted.
Nov 16, 15:34
Billy Burns in action for Ulster against Bath in November 2019
Ireland's Billy Burns gearing up to face native England
The 26-year-old represented England at Under-20 level.
Nov 16, 15:31
Republic of Ireland midfielder James McClean reacts after being sent off against Wales in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Ireland's Matt Doherty and James McClean test positive for coronavirus
Manager Stephen Kenny has been hit by a series of withdrawals.
Nov 16, 14:59
England's Jos Buttler celebrates his half-century against Australia on September 6, 2020
Jos Buttler encourages England teammates to talk about mental health
Englands' players will remain in biosecure bubbles while playing T20 and ODI matches in Cape Town and Paarl.
Nov 16, 14:58
David Brooks celebrates with teammates after scoring for Bournemouth against Birmingham City in the Championship on November 7, 2020
David Brooks looks ahead to "exciting time" for club and country
The Bournemouth forward had two ankle operations in 2019 and then suffered relegation from the Premier League.
Nov 16, 13:04
England's Jos Buttler celebrates his half-century against Australia on September 6, 2020
Jos Buttler praises ECB's "excellent" approach to mental health
The vice-captain is confident the ECB will look after the players' mental well-being during the South Africa trip.
Nov 16, 13:03
Dustin Johnson with the green jacket after winning the Masters on November 15, 2020
Dustin Johnson sets sights on Major success haul before retirement
He won his second major on Sunday.
Nov 16, 13:01
England's Harry Kane in action with Belgium's Toby Alderweireld in the UEFA Nations League on November 15, 2020
A look at where the home nations could finish in the Nations League
Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland could be relegated from their groups.
Nov 16, 13:00
England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on September 8, 2020
Gareth Southgate: 'Players can cement their England places against Iceland'
The Three Lions boss is expecting pressure from clubs about the use of their players in Wednesday's Nations League dead rubber at Wembley.
Nov 16, 12:58
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on November 15, 2020
A look at Ireland's winless start under Stephen Kenny
Ireland have won only three of their last 20 competitive games.
Nov 16, 12:57
Wales head coach Wayne Pivac pictured in October 2020
Analysing Wales' dip in form under Wayne Pivac
Wales are reeling from their worst run of results since 2016.
Nov 16, 11:51
IOC Executive Committee Member Thomas Bach looks on during the 125th IOC Session - IOC Presidential Election at the Hilton Hotel on on September 10, 2013
Olympics chief hopes vaccine can help stage safe Tokyo games
The IOC president hopes a rapid testing regime and a Covid vaccine will be available to organisers in the run-up to the rescheduled Games.
Nov 16, 11:49
England's Harry Kane in action with Belgium's Toby Alderweireld in the UEFA Nations League on November 15, 2020
A look at England's defeats under Gareth Southgate
The 2-0 Nations League loss against Belgium was the 10th of the England manager's reign.
Nov 16, 11:34
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough pictured on September 7, 2020
Ian Baraclough impressed with Northern Ireland youngsters in Austria defeat
Ali McCann made a strong debut in midfield and Dan Ballard again looked assured in defence in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Austria.
Nov 16, 11:32
Amy Tinkler pictured in April 2017
UK Sport chief says medals must be won "the right way" amid abuse allegations
Allegations of abuse within British gymnastics and other sports have been in the headlines this year.
Nov 16, 10:32
Republic of Ireland's Robbie Brady celebrates scoring their second goal against Gibraltar on June 10, 2019
Robbie Brady confident Ireland will prosper under Stephen Kenny
Ireland are without a win in seven games under their new manager.
Nov 16, 10:29
Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Ireland without captain Johnny Sexton for England showdown
Fly-half Sexton limped off in the first half of Friday's 32-9 win over Wales.
Nov 16, 10:27
Former England goalkeeper Ray Clemence pictured in August 2009
Peter Shilton pays tribute to "great all-round guy" Ray Clemence
Ray Clemence died on Sunday aged 72 and Peter Shilton hailed him as 'up there' with the best while Harry Redknapp called him 'one of the all-time greats'.
Nov 16, 09:45
British and Irish Lions Ambassador Martin Johnson during a press conference in January 2016
On This Day - Martin Johnson steps down from England post
Martin Johnson had captained his country to World Cup glory eight years earlier.
Nov 16, 08:56
Dustin Johnson with the green jacket after winning the Masters on November 15, 2020
Dustin Johnson hopes Masters win is catalyst for more Majors success
The 36-year-old American claimed a record-breaking victory at Augusta National on Sunday.
Nov 16, 08:55
Scott McKenna pictured on November 12, 2019
Scott McKenna: 'Scotland went down fighting against Slovakia'
Steve Clarke's men will finish top of Group B2 if they beat Israel on Wednesday.
Nov 16, 08:54
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Turkish Grand Prix on November 15, 2020
Knighthood calls grow for 'Britain's greatest ever sportsman' Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton delivered the drive of drives to wrap up his sixth title in seven years.
Nov 16, 08:51
Dustin Johnson with the green jacket after winning the Masters on November 15, 2020
Dustin Johnson admits Masters win still feels like a dream
Tiger Woods was on hand to present Johnson with his green jacket in the traditional ceremony in the Butler Cabin.
Nov 16, 08:50
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on November 15, 2020
Stephen Kenny: 'Ireland must not feel sorry for themselves'
The Republic have not won a competitive game since June 2019.
Nov 16, 08:47
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough pictured on September 7, 2020
Northern Ireland's Nations League future hangs in the balance
UEFA's control, ethics and disciplinary body is due to discuss how to handle the cancellation of the fixture between Romania and Norway.
Nov 16, 08:45
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Turkish Grand Prix on November 15, 2020
This weekend's sporting action in pictures
The ATP Tour Finals got underway for the final time at London's O2 Arena.
Nov 16, 08:43
Erling Braut Haaland in action for Borussia Dortmund on October 24, 2020
Monday's papers: Erling Braut Haaland, Lautaro Martinez, Antonio Rudiger
Erling Erling Braut Haaland tops the list of prospects Manchester City are reportedly looking at as potential alternatives to ageing striker Sergio Aguero.
Nov 16, 08:42
England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on November 17, 2019
Gareth Southgate lavishes praise on "outstanding" Jack Grealish
Gareth Southgate also had praise for Bukayo Saka and Tyrone Mings.
Nov 15, 23:47
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough pictured on September 7, 2020
Ian Baraclough "frustrated" with Northern Ireland's loss to Austria
Austria came from behind to beat Ian Baraclough's side 2-1.
Nov 15, 23:29
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady in action against Carolina Panthers on November 15, 2020
NFL roundup: Tom Brady inspires Tampa Bay Buccaneers to victory over Carolina Panthers
The Buccaneers bounced back from their defeat to New Orleans by beating the Carolina Panthers.
Nov 15, 23:23
England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on September 8, 2020
Gareth Southgate confirms he had coronavirus last month
A report on Sunday claimed the England manager had tested positive towards the end of October.
Nov 15, 23:19
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