Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Eifel Grand Prix on October 11, 2020
Sporting weekend in pictures: Lewis Hamilton, Rafael Nadal equal records
Rafael Nadal joined Roger Federer on 20 grand slam titles while Lewis Hamilton equalled Michael Schumacher's Formula One victory record of 91 wins.
Oct 12, 08:04
Martin Laird celebrates his victory at the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open on October 12, 2020
Martin Laird holds nerve to win first tournament in seven years
The Scotsman sank a birdie putt from just outside 20 feet to take the tournament.
Oct 12, 08:02
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Eifel Grand Prix on October 11, 2020
Lewis Hamilton on matching Michael Schumacher record: "It has not sunk in"
The British driver matched Michael Schumacher's mark of 91 grand prix wins with victory at the Nurburgring.
Oct 12, 07:59
Lyndon Dykes celebrates scoring for Scotland against Slovakia in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Lyndon Dykes: 'Scotland are getting better and better'
Scotland stayed atop their Nations League group with a 1-0 victory.
Oct 12, 07:58
Rafael Nadal celebrates with the French Open trophy after beating Novak Djokovic on October 11, 2020
Rafael Nadal "excited for the future" after drawing level with Roger Federer
Rafael Nadal joined Roger Federer on 20 grand slam singles titles, the most in the history of men's tennis.
Oct 12, 07:56
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough pictured on September 7, 2020
Ian Baraclough: 'Northern Ireland need to address slow starts'
'We have to find a way of addressing that,' the boss said.
Oct 12, 07:54
Mason Mount celebrates scoring for England against Belgium in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Gareth Southgate: 'England's win over Belgium shows youngsters what is possible'
The Three Lions recovered from a chastening start at Wembley to secure a 2-1 victory.
Oct 12, 07:53
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny admits there are "serious challenges" playing international football
The Republic of Ireland head for Finland with Stephen Kenny's squad having been ravaged by Covid-19 protocols.
Oct 12, 07:51
Rick Parry pictured in October 2019
EFL chief Rick Parry defends radical plans to overhaul English top flight
The deal proposes EFL clubs will receive an immediate £250million rescue package.
Oct 12, 07:49
LeBron James celebrates his fourth NBA Championship success on October 12, 2020
Los Angeles Lakers win first NBA title in a decade with victory over Miami Heat
The team's leader scored a triple-double and was named Finals MVP.
Oct 12, 07:48
Carlos Tevez pictured during his time at Manchester City in September 2011
On this day in 2011: Man City take action over Carlos Tevez's substitute refusal
Furious City manager Roberto Mancini said as far as he was concerned, former Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez was "finished" at City.
Oct 12, 07:45
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is sacked by Las Vegas Raiders' Maxx Crosby on October 11, 2020
NFL roundup: Kansas City Chiefs suffer first loss while Steelers march on
Elsewhere, there was an emotional return for Washington quarterback Alex Smith.
Oct 11, 23:06
Scotland manager Steve Clarke pictured on September 4, 2020
Steve Clarke: 'Andy Considine had a really good Scotland debut'
The Aberdeen defender, 33, was drafted in for the 1-0 win over Slovakia.
Oct 11, 23:01
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough pictured on September 7, 2020
Ian Baraclough bemoans unforgiving fixture schedule following Austria defeat
Northern Ireland fell to a 1-0 home defeat just three days after playing 120 minutes in Sarajevo to keep their Euro 2020 hopes alive.
Oct 11, 22:59
France's Paul Pogba in action with Portugal's Danilo Pereira in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
UEFA Nations League roundup: France and Portugal goalless, Croatia beat Sweden
Elsewhere in the Nations League there were wins for Croatia, England and Denmark.
Oct 11, 22:58
Jimmy Gopperth pictured for Wasps in February 2020
Jimmy Gopperth backs Jack Willis for Premiership player of the year
Jimmy Gopperth said of his Wasps team-mate: "If he is not Premiership player of the year, something has gone wrong."
Oct 11, 21:06
Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough pictured on September 7, 2020
Northern Ireland slip to defeat to Austria in Nations League
Northern Ireland's Nations League woes continued as they lost for the sixth time in seven matches in this competition.
Oct 11, 21:02
Lyndon Dykes celebrates scoring for Scotland against Slovakia in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Lyndon Dykes nets winner as Scotland see off Slovakia in Nations League
Lyndon Dykes converted Stephen O'Donnell's cross in the 54th minute to stay one point ahead of the Czech Republic.
Oct 11, 20:57
England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on September 8, 2020
Gareth Southgate excited for England's future following Belgium victory
The hosts came from behind to win thanks to goals from Marcus Rashford and Mason Mount.
Oct 11, 20:08
Rafael Nadal celebrates with the French Open trophy after beating Novak Djokovic on October 11, 2020
Roger Federer congratulates Rafael Nadal after record-equalling French Open win
Rafael Nadal's 6-0 6-2 7-5 victory over Novak Djokovic in the French Open final saw him equal Roger Federer's men's record of 20 slam titles.
Oct 11, 19:05
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Eifel Grand Prix on October 11, 2020
Sunday's sporting social: Hamilton and Nadal's record-equalling exploits
Nadal equalled Roger Federer's record of 20 grand slams at the French Open, while Hamilton sealed his 91st F1 win - level with Michael Schumacher.
Oct 11, 19:03
Marcus Rashford scores a penalty for England against Belgium in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
A closer look at Marcus Rashford's performance against Belgium
Marcus Rashford scored England's equaliser from the penalty spot.
Oct 11, 18:41
Liverpool players and staff celebrate winning the 2019-20 Premier League title
Proposals and benefits - the key questions surrounding Project Big Picture
A radical overhaul of the Premier League has been put forward.
Oct 11, 18:36
Rick Parry pictured in October 2019
EFL chief Rick Parry insists Project Big Picture is about "saving the pyramid"
Proposed reforms include cutting the Premier League to 18 teams, giving greater voting power to top clubs and abolishing the League Cup.
Oct 11, 18:17
Liverpool players and staff celebrate winning the 2019-20 Premier League title
A closer look at 10 key proposals included in 'Project Big Picture'
The plans have been criticised by the Premier League, the Government and the Football Supporters' Association.
Oct 11, 18:08
Mason Mount celebrates scoring for England against Belgium in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Mason Mount hits winner as England come from behind to beat Belgium
Romelu Lukaku opened the scoring for the visitors.
Oct 11, 18:07
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Eifel Grand Prix on October 11, 2020
Lewis Hamilton "humbled and honoured" to match Michael Schumacher's F1 record
Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher have both won 91 Formula One races.
Oct 11, 18:03
Tyrrell Hatton celebrates winning the BMW PGA Championship on October 11, 2020
Tyrrell Hatton: 'Winning the PGA Championship is a dream come true'
The win will see Tyrrell Hatton break into the world's top 10 for the first time when the rankings are updated on Monday, two days before his 29th birthday.
Oct 11, 17:59
Rafael Nadal celebrates with the French Open trophy after beating Novak Djokovic on October 11, 2020
French Open roundup: Rafael Nadal displays clay-court excellence once again
The story of the final day of action at Roland Garros.
Oct 11, 17:58
Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny pictured on September 6, 2020
Stephen Kenny praises Ireland's professionalism following Wales stalemate
He awaits his first win as Republic of Ireland manager after his 10-man coronavirus-hit side was held to a 0-0 Nations League draw.
Oct 11, 17:56
Vivianne Miedema in action for Arsenal in May 2018
WSL roundup: Arsenal, Everton maintain perfect starts, Chelsea remain unbeaten
Arsenal defeated Brighton and Everton saw off West Ham to make it four wins from four games this season.
Oct 11, 16:57
Rick Parry pictured in October 2019
Rick Parry: 'Project Big Picture will revitalise the football pyramid'
The radical plans would see the Premier League reduced to 18 teams.
Oct 11, 16:54
Mark Cavendish pictured in October 2018
Mark Cavendish hints at retirement following Gent-Wevelgem
The last of his Tour victories came in 2016.
Oct 11, 16:53
Rafael Nadal celebrates with the French Open trophy after beating Novak Djokovic on October 11, 2020
Rafael Nadal beats Novak Djokovic to win French Open and 20th grand slam title
Rafael Nadal claimed a dominant 6-0 6-2 7-5 victory in two hours and 43 minutes.
Oct 11, 16:51
Tyrrell Hatton celebrates winning the BMW PGA Championship on October 11, 2020
Tyrrell Hatton wins BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth
The Englishman, who turns 29 next week, will now break into the top 10 of the rankings for the first time.
Oct 11, 15:57
Real Sociedad defender Diego Llorente pictured in March 2020
Leeds United's Diego Llorente leaves Spain camp following injury
The new signing has left the Spain camp with a muscle problem.
Oct 11, 15:29
Republic of Ireland midfielder James McClean reacts after being sent off against Wales in the Nations League on October 11, 2020
Republic of Ireland and Wales play out drab goalless stalemate in Nations League
James McClean was dismissed late on for a second bookable offence but the visitors could not take advantage.
Oct 11, 15:28
Lewis Hamilton wins the Eifel Grand Prix on October 11, 2020
Lewis Hamilton's five greatest victories following record-equalling Eifel GP win
Lewis Hamilton recorded win number 91 on Sunday.
Oct 11, 14:08
Lewis Hamilton wins the Eifel Grand Prix on October 11, 2020
A look at how Hamilton compares to Schumacher following 91st F1 victory
Both drivers have won 91 races.
Oct 11, 14:06
Lewis Hamilton wins the Eifel Grand Prix on October 11, 2020
Lewis Hamilton wins Eifel GP to equal Michael Schumacher's F1 victory record
Lewis Hamilton kept his cool to cross the line 4.4 seconds clear of Red Bull's Max Verstappen.
Oct 11, 14:04
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