UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin pictured on December 4, 2019
Bilbao deny reports they might pull out of hosting Euro 2020 games
It had been reported some hosts were getting cold feet due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Apr 9, 14:14
Matt Hancock pictured in April 2020
NHS Charities Together chief defends Premier League players in funding row
NHSCT chief executive Ellie Orton says footballers 'have always really supported charities'.
Apr 9, 14:13
Jimmy Gopperth pictured for Wasps in February 2020
Jimmy Gopperth urges people to pick up the phone and have a virtual Easter
The Wasps player and his colleagues have been ringing supporters to cheer them up.
Apr 9, 11:51
Wasps head coach Lee Blackett pictured in February 2020
Wasps appoint interim boss Lee Blackett as permanent head coach
The 37-year-old stepped up from his position as attack and backs coach to replace outgoing head coach Dai Young on a temporary basis in February.
Apr 9, 11:49
Legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson pictured before the 1999 Treble Reunion Match on May 26, 2019
Coronavirus latest: Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute to "magnificent" NHS
The former United boss says he is 'delighted' the importance of the NHS is being recognised.
Apr 9, 11:49
Argentina's Diego Maradona lifts the World Cup trophy after helping his team to the 1986 title
The top 10 biggest sporting howlers of all time
From own goals to monumental errors of judgement - athletes and officials have produced some incredible gaffes over the years.
Apr 9, 11:47
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp growls with excitement on March 7, 2020
The 2019-20 Premier League season so far in numbers
Liverpool have won 27 of their 29 games so far.
Apr 9, 11:40
Tracey Neville pictured on July 21, 2019
A look back at England's stunning victory over Australia at Commonwealth Games
Hosts Australia were the overwhelming favourites for the tournament.
Apr 9, 10:00
Danny Ings scores Southampton's second on January 11, 2020
Southampton become first Premier League club to announce player wage deferrals
The south coast club are the first in the Premier League to reach an agreement over deferral with their players.
Apr 9, 09:56
LeBron James in action for the Lakers on March 8, 2020
LeBron James: 'NBA season needs to finish for closure'
The LA Lakers were surging towards their first play-off berth since 2013 when the season was suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Apr 9, 08:37
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Coronavirus latest: Rugby League to return in Australia next month
The Australian Rugby League Commission has decided to restart top-level matches on May 28.
Apr 9, 08:36
Bayern Munich's Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring their third goal against Koln on September 21, 2019
Thursday's papers: Philippe Coutinho, Jack Grealish, Antonio Rudiger
Philippe Coutinho to Chelsea? Jack Grealish to United? It's all in today's football gossip.
Apr 9, 08:35
Sergio Garcia of Spain points to the sky as he holds the Masters trophy after winning the 2017 Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, U.S., April 9, 2017
On this day: Sergio Garcia finally wins first major with Masters triumph
Sergio Garcia took 74 attempts before managing to win his first major in 2017.
Apr 9, 08:33
Seve Ballesteros pictured in 2010
A look back at Seve Ballesteros's remarkable career in numbers on 63rd birthday
The Spaniard won five majors - two Masters and three Open Championships.
Apr 9, 08:30
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Nathan Aspinall wins second round of Darts at Home
Nathan Aspinall is a semi-finalist in each of the last two PDC World Championships.
Apr 8, 22:06
Liverpool's Jordan Henderson celebrates after the match on January 23, 2020
Premier League stars launch #PlayersTogether initiative to support NHS charities
The likes of Harry Kane, Jordan Henderson and Marcus Rashford have partnered with NHS Charities Together to help during the coronavirus pandemic.
Apr 8, 22:05
Ross Brawn at the Chinese GP in May 2017
Formula 1 boss Ross Brawn admits 2020 season likely to begin behind closed doors
The Canadian Grand Prix became the latest race to be affected by the coronavirus crisis on Tuesday.
Apr 8, 22:03
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
Coronavirus latest: New UK Athletics chief executive plays down bankruptcy fears
UK Athletics suffered a year of turmoil in 2019.
Apr 8, 22:02
Mattia Binotto pictured on September 27, 2019
Mattia Binotto: 'Ferrari will be flexible to create best possible championship'
Nine grand prix have so far have been postponed or cancelled because of the pandemic.
Apr 8, 22:01
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane pictured on November 30, 2019
Coronavirus latest: Real Madrid players become latest to take pay cuts
Madrid's players and coaches will sacrifice 10 to 20 per cent of their pay.
Apr 8, 19:06
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Coronavirus latest: How cricket has reacted to the pandemic
The calendar has been decimated.
Apr 8, 18:36
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Coronavirus latest: How the outbreak has affected rugby union
Postponements and cancellations have hit across the board.
Apr 8, 18:36
FIFA HQ pictured in September 2017
Coronavirus latest: The key questions on the impact of pandemic on football
The calendar has been decimated around the world.
Apr 8, 18:07
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones pictured in February 2020
Coronavirus latest: Wales stars to take 25% pay cut for three months
Any player earning £25,000 or less per year will not be subject to a pay cut.
Apr 8, 18:06
Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith celebrates after winning gold on October 2, 2019
Iwan Thomas confident Asher-Smith, KJT will still be in gold medal mix in 2021
Former Olympian Iwan Thomas backs Dina Asher-Smith and Katarina Johnson-Thompson to still be at the top of the podium in Tokyo.
Apr 8, 18:05
Liverpool's Sadio Mane celebrates scoring their second goal on March 7, 2020
Sadio Mane insists Liverpool would "accept" being denied Premier League title
There is still no confirmation the season will be completed with Liverpool 25 points clear at the top of the table amid the coronavirus crisis.
Apr 8, 18:03
General view of Ibrox Stadium, home to Rangers, from May 2015
Rangers to fight "abhorrent" plans to cancel Scottish season below Premiership
The SPFL has announced proposals to immediately end the three divisions below the top flight and determine final placings by points per game.
Apr 8, 18:03
Mathew Ryan in action for Brighton on April 13, 2019
Coronavirus latest: How sports stars passed the time on Wednesday, April 8
Brighton goalkeeper Mat Ryan was in good spirits on his 28th birthday.
Apr 8, 18:02
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County cricketers take "maximum" salary reductions to protect domestic game
The County Championship was scheduled to start this weekend but the domestic season has been postponed until at least May 28.
Apr 8, 18:00
General action shot from Leicester vs. Exeter on December 21, 2019
Premiership Rugby declare intent to "complete the season"
Premiership Rugby is also in discussions with the RFU over postponing the Premiership final, where they will donate 2,500 tickets to key workers.
Apr 8, 15:35
Barry Hearn pictured in April 2019
Barry Hearn pays tribute to NHS after returning home from minor heart attack
The 71-year-old sports promoter is chairman of Matchroom, World Snooker and the Professional Darts Corporation.
Apr 8, 15:34
General view of McDiarmid Park, home to St Johnstone, from 2015
Coronavirus latest: Timeline of sport's response on Wednesday, April 8
The World Athletics Championships were rescheduled, while British Cycling and St Johnstone furloughed staff.
Apr 8, 15:33
FIFA HQ pictured in September 2017
Anti-corruption expert: 'Claims are unlikely to stop Qatar hosting World Cup'
Sylvia Schenk, head of Transparency International Germany's sport working group, believes the allegation appears to lack substance.
Apr 8, 15:32
Peter Crouch makes his debut for Burnley on February 2, 2019
An all-Peter XI including Shilton, Beardsley and Crouch
This team would be a handful up front.
Apr 8, 15:31
General view of Oldham Athletic's Boundary Park from 2015
Former Oldham Athletic chairman Ian Stott dies aged 86
Former chairman Ian led the club in the 80s and 90s.
Apr 8, 15:29
Jimmy Greaves pictured in May 2013
Jimmy Greaves illness not related to coronavirus
The former England striker's agent confirmed the illness was not related to coronavirus.
Apr 8, 15:28
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
Ultra-runner Ben Smith still managing to train for US challenge during lockdown
Smith is attempting to raise £1 million for two UK charities by running a marathon in each state capital - and cycling between them.
Apr 8, 15:27
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
SPFL clubs to vote on ending seasons for leagues below Premiership
The Scottish Premiership remains postponed for the time being.
Apr 8, 15:26
Adam Peaty poses with his gold medal on July 24, 2019
Coronavirus: Adam Peaty completes NHS fundraising 100km virtual bike race
The 25-year-old completed the race with 500 other people.
Apr 8, 15:26
Jimmy Greaves pictured in May 2013
Jimmy Greaves awaiting outcome of tests after a comfortable night in hospital
Jimmy Greaves turned 80 in February, but suffered a severe stroke in May 2015 which left him wheelchair-bound.
Apr 8, 12:52
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