Barry Hearn pictured in April 2019
Barry Hearn "gutted" as Boris Johnson calls off supporter return trials
Boris Johnson's latest coronavirus edict meant fans could no longer attend the World Championship or county cricket matches.
Jul 31, 14:19
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes pictured in April 2019
Aberdeen snap up Ryan Edmondson on loan from Leeds United
Derek McInnes moved for the Leeds player with Curtis Main and Sam Cosgrove injured.
Jul 31, 14:18
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on July 21, 2020
Neil Lennon: 'No extra pressure on Celtic to make it 10 titles in a row'
The Scottish champions are aiming for their 10th successive title.
Jul 31, 14:16
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Styrian Grand Prix on July 12, 2020
Damon Hill fears Lewis Hamilton will carry Formula 1's anti-racism baton alone
Former world champion believes the best of the current crop could be left to carry the baton alone.
Jul 31, 14:14
St Helens captain James Roby pictured in August 2019
The changes and major talking points ahead of Super League return
There will be a different look as the action resumes.
Jul 31, 14:11
Exeter City boss Matt Taylor pictured during the League Two playoff final in June 2020
Exeter boss Matt Taylor closing in on defensive signings
Boss Matt Matthew Taylor says the club have verbal agreements with two players.
Jul 31, 14:09
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Hamilton midfielder Scott Martin: "Nobody really likes us in the league"
Accies survived in the Scottish Premiership after the early finish to last season.
Jul 31, 14:06
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn pictured in July 2020 ahead of the inaugural 'Matchroom Square Gardens' event
Eddie Hearn "wants to make a bang" with launch of 'Matchroom Square Gardens'
The first of four 'Fight Camp' events will be held on Saturday at Matchroom's headquarters in Brentwood, Essex, which was once the family home.
Jul 31, 14:04
Willian in action for Chelsea on July 22, 2020
Frank Lampard backs fit-again Willian to produce another "fantastic" display
The Chelsea midfielder is fit and ready for Wembley showpiece against Arsenal.
Jul 31, 14:00
General view of Newcastle United's St James' Park taken April 2018
MP "disturbed" by number of Newcastle fans prepared to overlook Saudi human rights record
The Saudi-led takeover offer was withdrawn on Thursday.
Jul 31, 13:31
General view of St Mirren Park from 2009
Jim Goodwin vows to learn from mistakes made in first season at St Mirren
Jim Goodwin admits that he was guilty of setting his team up not to lose rather than chasing victory last term.
Jul 31, 13:29
Amar Virdi pictured in June 2017
Five players to watch as county cricket returns
After a long delay, domestic cricket will start this weekend for these bright prospects.
Jul 31, 13:27
England's Joe Denly and Rory Burns run against West Indies on July 8, 2020
England batsman Joe Denly to miss remainder of England's ODI series with Ireland
The Kent player sustained the issue during training on Wednesday.
Jul 31, 13:26
Catalans Dragons head coach Steve McNamara pictured in June 2019
Catalans Dragons coach Steve McNamara: "We are just glad to be back"
The campaign resumes at Headingley.
Jul 31, 12:33
Craig Bryson pictured in December 2018
Craig Bryson: "I am definitely not injury-prone"
The former Derby midfielder was criticised online after injuries kept him to 12 appearances last season.
Jul 31, 12:29
Dumbarton Goalkeeper Danny Rogers in action during the Scottish Championship League Match between Rangers and Dumbarton, at Ibrox Stadium on August 23, 2014
Danny Rogers admits to being "worried" before joining Kilmarnock
The Irishman could make his debut in the opener at Hibernian.
Jul 31, 12:28
Max Verstappen during practice on November 30, 2019
Lewis Hamilton beaten to top spot by Max Verstappen in opening practice
Championship leader Lewis Hamilton, bidding to win at the British Grand Prix for a seventh time on Sunday, trailed Red Bull's Max Verstappen by 0.474 seconds.
Jul 31, 12:25
Brooks Koepka in action on July 28, 2019
Brooks Koepka opens up on dressing down from coach Pete Cowen
The four-time major winner shot 62 in his opening round.
Jul 31, 11:43
Nico Hulkenberg pictured on September 5, 2019
Nico Hulkenberg to stand in for Sergio Perez at Silverstone
Racing Point driver Sergio Perez tested positive for coronavirus ahead of this weekend's British Grand Prix.
Jul 31, 11:41
Brentford's David Raya pictured in February 2020
David Raya: 'Brentford have already proven their Premier League credentials'
Brentford face west London rivals Fulham in the Sky Bet Championship play-off final on Tuesday.
Jul 31, 11:40
Prime Minister Boris Johnson pictured on June 23, 2020
Boris Johnson says spectators will not be allowed to attend sports pilot events
Three sports had been set for a return of fans.
Jul 31, 11:38
Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson pictured in April 2018
Stephen Robinson not expecting any more arrivals at Motherwell
Transfer window has two months to run.
Jul 31, 11:36
Tranmere Rovers manager Micky Mellon celebrates after the match on January 23, 2020
Micky Mellon "loving every minute" ahead of Scottish Premiership bow
Manager has returned home to manage Dundee United.
Jul 31, 11:35
Brooks Koepka in action on July 28, 2019
US PGA organisers gearing up for start of this year's first major
A change in date from August to May last year placed the tournament second in line behind the Masters, in calendar terms at least.
Jul 31, 11:33
Rangers' James Tavernier celebrates with team mates after scoring their first goal against Celtic on May 12, 2019
Rangers out to stop Celtic making it 10 in a row as Scottish Premiership returns
Rangers will hope for their first SPL title since 2010-11.
Jul 31, 11:32
Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic goes down injured in July 2020
Scott Parker "hopeful" over Aleksandar Mitrovic fitness for playoff final
Striker will be desperate to face Brentford.
Jul 31, 11:29
Rangers forward Alfredo Morelos pictured in March 2020
Steven Gerrard: Lille "nowhere near" striking deal for Alfredo Morelos
The prolific Rangers forward has been linked with a move to Lille.
Jul 31, 11:28
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Yorkshire to wear logo on sleeves in support of diversity
Tykes will have new logo on their sleeve.
Jul 31, 10:00
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard and Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta hug in December 2019
FA Cup final: How do Frank Lampard and Mikel Arteta compare?
The managers of Chelsea and Arsenal both landed silverware with their clubs as players,
Jul 31, 09:58
Arsene Wenger pictured in February 2019
Mikel Arteta: 'Arsene Wenger has offered me guidance'
The Arsenal manager has not spoken specifically about Saturday's game to his former boss but is in regular contact.
Jul 31, 09:56
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Tanguy Ndombele pictured in training in March 2020
Tottenham not in talks with Inter over Tanguy Ndombele deal
Spurs' record signing has been linked with Inter Milan.
Jul 31, 09:13
Liverpool CEO Peter Moore pictured on January 2, 2019
Billy Hogan to replace Peter Moore as Liverpool chief executive
Peter Moore will return to the United States at the end of August, with Billy Hogan stepping up from his role as managing director and chief commercial officer.
Jul 31, 09:12
Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley pictured in January 2020
Alan Shearer 'praying' for a new owner at Newcastle United
The prolonged nature of the process was behind the decision to withdraw from a recent takeover bid, the Saudi-led consortium said.
Jul 31, 08:59
Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho pictured on June 6, 2020
Friday's papers: Jadon Sancho, Gareth Bale, Mesut Ozil
Jadon Sancho is closer to becoming a Manchester United player, while Gareth Bale does not want to move, according to today's football gossip.
Jul 31, 08:19
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates in the fourth quarter against the Boston Celtics half at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Celtics 114-112 on February 23, 2020
Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz make winning returns in Orlando
The league has restarted in Orlando after a Covid-19 suspension of more than four months.
Jul 31, 08:16
Brooks Koepka in action on July 28, 2019
Brooks Koepka takes two-stroke lead after first round of St Jude International
The world No 6 matched his PGA Tour best with a 62.
Jul 31, 08:12
David Willey pictured in May 2019
David Willey: "I feel like my best cricket is still to come"
David Willey took five wickets in Thursday's victory over Ireland in the first ODI.
Jul 31, 08:11
Andre 'Freddie' Flintoff pictured in action for England in 2008
Picture of the day - Andrew Flintoff takes six wickets in South Africa defeat
Flintoff took six wickets in the third Test in Birmingham.
Jul 31, 08:09
Mike Tyson on the canvas after being knocked out by Danny Williams in July 2004
On This Day in 2004: Mike Tyson knocked out by British boxer Danny Williams
Mike Tyson was left on the canvas towards the end of the fourth round.
Jul 31, 08:04
Alex Scott pictured in October 2018
Alex Scott: 'I turned to alcohol to hide my emotions'
The 35-year-old was the victim of online trolls when she retired.
Jul 31, 08:01
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