Simone Biles pictured at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in July 2021
Simone Biles claims bronze medal on return to action in Tokyo
The American was back competing after withdrawing early in the women's team final last week, citing a desire to protect her mental health.
Aug 3, 10:02
England's Jofra Archer in action against India on March 18, 2021
England paceman Jofra Archer to meet with specialists over ongoing elbow issue
The 26-year-old underwent surgery in May but his initial return to action with Sussex raised further questions.
Aug 3, 09:56
MK Dons' Dean Lewington pictured in January 2021
MK Dons captain Dean Lewington to take reins while club seek new boss
The defender has made more than 800 appearances for the League One club.
Aug 3, 09:44
Gold medallist Giles Scott of Britain celebrates on the podium on August 3, 2021
Phenomenal day for Great Britain's sailors with golds in Finn and men's 49er
Giles Scott made it six consecutive gold medals for Britain in the Finn class.
Aug 3, 09:35
Team Great Britain in action during the men's team pursuit at the Tokyo Olympics
Great Britain's team pursuit reign ends after semi-final crash with Denmark
Danish rider Frederik Masen shunted into Charlie Tanfield and the UCI ruled that the Danes would advance to the final.
Aug 3, 09:19
Emma Raducanu pictured at Wimbledon on July 5, 2021
'I'm constantly learning' - Emma Raducanu vows to be patient after San Jose loss
The 18-year-old reached the fourth round at Wimbledon in just her second professional tournament.
Aug 3, 09:13
Silver medallists Ryan Owens of Britain, Jack Carlin of Britain and Jason Kenny of Britain celebrate on the podium on August 3, 2021
Jason Kenny still level with Sir Chris Hoy on six golds after sprint silver
Jason Kenny, Jack Carlin and Ryan Owens were beaten by Holland.
Aug 3, 09:08
Jason Kenny and Laura Kenny celebrate winning gold at the Rio Olympics in 2016
Great Britain forced to settle for silver in women's team pursuit
Katie Archibald, Laura Kenny, Jessie Knight and Neah Evans were beaten by Germany.
Aug 3, 08:43
Team GB's Ed Clancy pictured in July 2016
Ed Clancy knew his time was up after retiring from GB cycling team
The 36-year-old has struggled with a back injury.
Aug 3, 07:49
John Gimson of Britain and Anna Burnet of Britain celebrate winning silver after the race on August 3, 2021
Today at the Games: Two golds and a silver in sailing for Team GB
Britain also won a bronze in the diving and there are further medal chances on day 11.
Aug 3, 07:42
Jack Laugher pictured in July 2019
Another Olympic medal for Jack Laugher with bronze in springboard final
The 26-year-old from Harrogate won gold and silver at Rio 2016.
Aug 3, 07:29
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England's white-ball tour of Bangladesh rearranged for March 2023
That trip has now been moved back to the first two weeks of March 2023, with matches due to be held in Dhaka and Chattogram.
Aug 3, 07:03
Karsten Warholm pictured on June 11, 2020
Karsten Warholm dream comes true as he grabs gold and 400m hurdles world record
The Norwegian took almost a second of his previous world best clocking 45.94 seconds.
Aug 3, 06:30
England captain Harry Kane pictured in action against Ukraine at Euro 2020 on July 3, 2021
Football rumours: Has the Harry Kane transfer saga reached a stalemate?
While Tottenham and Manchester City appear to have reached an impasse over Kane, Chelsea are set to bid for Romelu Lukaku.
Aug 3, 06:27
Giles Scott pictured at the Tokyo Olympics on August 1, 2021
Great Britain sail away with Olympic gold medals in Finn and men's 49er
Giles Scott won a sixth successive Finn gold for Team GB while Dylan Fletcher and Stuart Bithell claimed the 49er title in Tokyo.
Aug 3, 06:24
Team GB's Ed Clancy pictured in July 2016
Ed Clancy pulls out of team pursuit due to back injury and retires from GB team
The three-time Olympic champion withdrew because of an 'ongoing back and sciatica issue'.
Aug 3, 06:03
Simone Biles pictured at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in July 2021
Today at the Games: Simone Biles set to return while Team GB win men's 49er gold
Dylan Fletcher and Stuart Bithell won the 49er and Giles Scott triumphed in the Finn.
Aug 3, 05:50
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Dylan Fletcher and Stuart Bithell sail away with gold in men's 49er
The British pair claimed the victory they needed in the final medal race to pip New Zealand.
Aug 3, 05:07
Karsten Warholm pictured on June 11, 2020
Karsten Warholm shatters world record to win 400m hurdles title in Tokyo
The Norwegian clocked 45.94 seconds to beat the USA's Rai Benjamin (46.17secs) and Brazil's Alison Dos Santos (46.72s).
Aug 3, 04:09
Adam Gemili pictured in October 2019
Adam Gemili suffers more Olympic misery as hamstring injury ruins 200m hopes
The sprinter suffered the injury in his last blocks session before final call in the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo.
Aug 3, 03:57
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Jessica Springsteen hoping to boss Tokyo Equestrian Park on Olympic debut
The American showjumper is the daughter of Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa.
Aug 3, 02:59
Emily Campbell pictured at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics on August 2, 2021
British Weightlifting chiefs hope Emily Campbell's silver leads to more funding
British Weightlifting declared itself "shocked and devastated" when the sport lost its UK Sport funding in the wake of the Rio Olympics in 2016.
Aug 3, 02:21
General view of Easter Road, home to Hibernian, from 2014
Hibs' Kyle Magennis hopes to "kick on" after Motherwell strike
The 22-year-old admitted he benefited from a slice of fortune when scoring Hibs' first leveller at the weekend.
Aug 2, 21:39
Mike Riley pictured in February 2017
Premier League to clamp down on soft penalties and review offside rules
Players initiating or exaggerating contact in the penalty area can expect to win fewer penalties next season.
Aug 2, 21:37
Katarina Johnson-Thompson pictured in July 2021
Tokyo 2020: Katarina Johnson-Thompson opens up on "really tough" injury battle
The British heptathlete ruptured her Achilles in December and was a major doubt for the Games.
Aug 2, 21:37
General view of Fir Park, home of Motherwell, from November 2011
Kevin Van Veen: 'I had the Hibs centre-backs in my pocket'
Van Kevin van Veen was one of the major positives in Motherwell's opening 3-2 defeat at Fir Park.
Aug 2, 21:36
General view of Rugby Park, home to Kilmarnock, from 2011
Kilmarnock 2-0 Ayr: Killie begin life in second tier with victory
Liam Polworth and Innes Cameron scored for Kilmarnock.
Aug 2, 20:57
Rassie Erasmus pictured in October 2019
Rassie Erasmus and South Africa Rugby summoned to misconduct hearing
The Springboks' director of rugby came out fighting after his side's first Test defeat by the British and Irish Lions.
Aug 2, 19:53
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl reacts May 8, 2021
Tino Livramento joins Southampton from Chelsea
Tino Livramento, 18, is the second teenager to join Southampton from Chelsea in the space of five days after the arrival of fellow defender Dynel Simeu.
Aug 2, 19:19
Simone Biles pictured at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in July 2021
Tokyo 2020: The key events to look forward to on day 11
US gymnast Simone Biles is due to return to action.
Aug 2, 18:44
Max Whitlock in action at the Tokyo Olympics on August 1, 2021
Monday's sporting social: Whitlock shows off his gold as GB toast more success
Olympic champion Charlotte Worthington also reflected on her achievement.
Aug 2, 18:00
James Guy and Adam Peaty celebrate victory on July 31, 2021
Tokyo 2020: GB swimming chief excited by Paris potential
The team have achieved their best ever haul at a single Games in Tokyo.
Aug 2, 17:59
Dean Henderson warms up for Manchester United on February 25, 2021
Dean Henderson to miss Man United training camp with coronavirus after-effects
New signing Tom Heaton and Lee Grant have played in United's warm-up matches so far.
Aug 2, 16:46
Great Britain's equestrian team celebrates winning Eventing gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics on August 2, 2021
Tokyo 2020: Tom McEwen claims individual silver after eventing gold
It was Great Britain's first Olympic team gold in eventing since Munich 1972.
Aug 2, 16:37
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
Academic claims footballs should be sold with dementia risk warning
Results of a new study show the risk of neurodegenerative disease for outfield players was almost four times higher than for the general population.
Aug 2, 16:36
Emily Campbell pictured at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics on August 2, 2021
Tokyo 2020: Emily Campbell hails "wild and surreal" Olympic medal
Emily Campbell's journey culminated in claiming silver in the women's +87kg.
Aug 2, 16:35
A general shot of the Global Energy Stadium, the home of Ross County
Malky Mackay: 'Harry Clarke is perfect for Ross County'
Harry Clarke made 35 appearances for Sky Bet League Two side Oldham on loan last season.
Aug 2, 16:35
Former Celtic midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura celebrates scoring for Japan on June 25, 2005.
Kyogo Furuhashi hopes to emulate Shunsuke Nakamura at Celtic
Veteran Japan midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura scored 33 goals in four seasons with Celtic, including a memorable free-kick against Manchester United.
Aug 2, 16:34
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Tokyo 2020: GB's Maddie Hinch relishing Holland battle
Great Britain goalkeeper Maddie Hinch kept out every penalty in Monday's Olympic quarter-final with Spain, as she did against the Dutch in the 2016 final.
Aug 2, 16:33
West Bromwich Albion forward Matheus Pereira pictured in January 2021
Matheus Pereira felt "extremely disrespected" over commitment questions
The 25-year-old has issued a lengthy statement via his social media channels.
Aug 2, 16:32
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