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Ward wants Red Roses to emulate Lionesses in 2025
Abbie Ward made her senior England debut in 2015 Bristol Bears lock Abbie Ward is full of optimism for 2025 and hopes England can create a legacy by winning the World Cup on home soil. Success on the European stage is becoming a common trend, with England winning the last six editions of the Six…
The Dartmouth men’s basketball team ends its attempt to unionize
Leila Fadel NPR’s Leila Fadel asks the president of the local chapter of the Service Employees International Union about why the team is dropping an effort to unionize. LEILA FADEL, HOST: They’d hoped to be the first group of college athletes to negotiate a contract with their school. The Dartmouth men’s basketball team voted to…
Division titles, wildcards & showdown on NFL final weekend
Lamar Jackson has a divisional title and MVP to play for, while it is winner takes all in Detroit There is still plenty to be decided on the final weekend of the NFL regular season, including the final two play-off places, a couple of division titles and an all-important top seed. The Detroit Lions and…
‘He’d be worshipped at Real’ – should Alexander-Arnold leave Liverpool?
Trent Alexander-Arnold What next for Trent Alexander-Arnold? It’s the question that has been asked all season – and now the Liverpool right-back is officially allowed to talk to clubs from abroad, the noise will only get louder. The 26-year-old is, as most football fans will surely know by now, out of contract this summer and…
GB out of United Cup after Boulter loses to Swiatek
Katie Boulter is ranked 24th in the world after the best season of her career in 2024 Katie Boulter fell agonisingly short of a stunning win over five-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek as Great Britain’s hopes of reaching the United Cup semi-finals were ended by Poland. Boulter, 28, needed victory to send the best-of-three…
LeBron James’ Son Bryce James, 17, Gives Huge Basketball Career Update
Bryce James, the 17-year-old son of NBA legend LeBron James, announced Jan. 1 that he has committed to join the University of Arizona basketball team, extending his family’s impact on the sport. Balling runs in the James family blood. Bryce James, the 17-year-old son of NBA legend LeBron James, rang in the new year with…
Who has made Troy’s Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, BBC football pundit Troy Deeney will give you his team and manager of the week. Here are this week’s choices. Do you agree? Give us your thoughts using the comments form at the bottom of this page. Martin Dubravka (Newcastle): He’s done well since he stepped…
‘No-one can replace Saka’ – but Nwaneri, 17, gives Arsenal hope
Bukayo Saka sustained a hamstring injury during Arsenal’s win at Crystal Palace on 21 December “No-one can replace him. He is one of the best players in the world.” Gabriel Martinelli’s comments about Bukayo Saka are telling as to just how much Arsenal depend on the England winger, how much they will miss him during…
Scarlets seal bonus-point win in Dragons derby
Wales international Blair Murray had not played for a month prior to the derby United Rugby Championship Scarlets (24) 32 Tries: Murray 2, Macloed, Mee Cons: Costelow 3 Pens: Costelow, Lloyd Dragons (3) 15 Tries: Basham, Anderson Con: O’Brien Pen: O’Brien Scarlets welcomed the new year with a bonus-point derby win over Dragons in the…
Glenn Maxwell’s mid-air boundary juggle hailed as ‘greatest catch’ in BBL
Veteran leaps metres into outfield to catch ball in one hand before throwing it back into field of play A stunning Glenn Maxwell catch in the outfield, an almost impossible take in mid-air on the wrong side of the boundary rope that he juggled back into play, has been hailed one of the best in…
Police seek 19 people after Glasgow football chaos
Police have released images of 19 people they want to speak to about a large-scale disturbance before the Scottish League Cup final in Glasgow. Violence and disorder broke out in the city centre ahead of the match between Celtic and Rangers at Hampden Park on Saturday 15 December. Footage on social media showed large groups…
Dobey beats Price to reach semi-finals at Worlds
Chris Dobey is through to the World Championship semi-finals for the first time Chris Dobey came from two sets down to beat former champion Gerwyn Price 5-3 and reach the PDC World Championship semi-finals for the first time. Dobey, who lost in the last eight in the last two years, held firm after a blistering…
Stoke appoint Robins as manager
Mark Robins has taken charge of 780 matches during his managerial career Stoke City have appointed former Coventry boss Mark Robins as their new manager on a three-and-a-half-year deal. The 55-year-old was sacked by the Sky Blues in October after seven years in charge. He replaces Narcis Pelach after the Potters parted company with the…
Debut at 18, still playing at 40 – James makes more history
LeBron James is a four-time NBA champion LeBron James became the first person in NBA history to play as a teenager and past the age of 40 as the Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers. James, who made his NBA debut as an 18-year-old in 2003, turned 40 on 30 December. He scored…
Are Manchester United really in a relegation battle?
Ruben Amorim has won two of his eight Premier League matches in charge of Manchester United Ruben Amorim’s words were scarcely believable. The Portuguese head coach’s side had just been beaten 2-0 by Newcastle United at Old Trafford, leaving the Red Devils in 14th place and seven points above the relegation zone. Asked by BBC…
Antonio ‘grateful for being alive’ after car accident
Michail Antonio appeared in each of West Ham’s first 14 matches in the Premier League this season West Ham striker Michail Antonio says he is “grateful” to be alive after sustaining a broken leg in a car accident. Antonio, 34, was discharged from hospital on Tuesday, more than three weeks after undergoing surgery on a…
‘It seems surreal’ – Wimbledon finalist Dabrowski reveals cancer surgery
Gabriela Dabrowski reached the Wimbledon doubles final just three months after being diagnosed with breast cancer Wimbledon doubles finalist Gabriela Dabrowski has revealed she had breast cancer surgery earlier this year, undergoing further treatment while she challenged for the sport’s biggest prizes. The 32-year-old Canadian, who is a three-time major champion, was diagnosed in April.…
Liverpool rebuff Real’s Alexander-Arnold approach – Wednesday’s gossip
Liverpool rebuff Real Madrid’s approach for Trent Alexander-Arnold, Juventus and Napoli want to sign Joshua Zirkzee, while Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk are set to stay at Liverpool. Liverpool have turned down an approach from Real Madrid to sign England right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, 26, in January. (Athletic – subscription required), external Juventus and Napoli…
Transfer window opens – who could be on the move in January?
The January transfer window is a notoriously tricky time to do business. But a packed fixture schedule, injuries, keeping up a title charge or fighting to stay up means several Premier League managers have hinted that they will need to go into the market this winter. The January transfer window for English clubs opens on…
Israelis free to play at World Indoor Bowls Championships after U-turn
Israeli players will now be free to compete at next month’s World Indoor Bowls Championships in Norfolk after tournament organisers revoked a ban. Three Israelis had been expected to play at the tournament in Hopton-on-Sea – with Daniel Alomin due to feature in the singles and Amnon Amar and Itai Rigbi in the pairs –…
Wayne Rooney leaves head coach role at Plymouth
Wayne Rooney and Plymouth Argyle have parted ways after seven months Head coach Wayne Rooney has left Championship strugglers Plymouth Argyle by mutual agreement. The 39-year-old former England captain oversaw just four league wins and suffered 13 defeats in 23 Championship games after taking charge of the Pilgrims in May. He leaves with them at…
Monday Briefing
Jimmy Carter dies at 100. By Natasha Frost Jimmy Carter, who from 1977 to 1981 served as the 39th president of the U.S., died yesterday at his home in Plains, Ga. At 100, he was the longest-living president in American history. Here’s our obituary. Carter was a lifelong farmer who worked with his hands building…
Weather tracker: Giant waves bring rare surfing event to Hawaii
Competition named after champion surfer Eddie Aikau is held only when waves in Waimea Bay top 30ft A rare surfing event, the Eddie, took place in Hawaii last week, thanks to some giant waves. Formed about a week ago in the north Pacific Ocean, the waves emerged as a low-pressure system produced an exceptionally large…
Forest lend retro feel to table – here’s why they can stay the course
This video can not be played Anderson was ‘running the show’ – Why Forest’s midfield is key to success The Premier League table has a retro feel about it at the halfway stage. Liverpool’s winning machine under Arne Slot lead the way, but their closest current challengers are the ones that have thrown up the…
Is Liverpool’s new front three even better than Salah, Mane & Firmino?
Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz and Cody Gakpo have scored 30 goals between them this season in the Premier League When Jurgen Klopp fashioned his great Liverpool team, Mohamed Salah was the final piece in an attacking triumverate that matched anything in Europe. With Salah on the right providing a blizzard of goals, Brazil’s Roberto Firmino…
Paul Bamba, Boxing Champion Managed by Ne-Yo, Dead at 35
Ne-Yo said he’s “heartbroken” by the death of Paul Bamba—a professional boxer he manages—at age 35: “He was a fierce yet confident competitor with an unrelenting ambition to achieve greatness.” The boxing world has lost a champion. Paul Bamba, one of the first boxers to sign with Ne-Yo‘s management company, died at age 35. “It…
Greg Gumbel, Legendary Sports Broadcaster, Dead at 78
Greg Gumbel, longtime CBS Sports broadcaster and older brother of former Today co-anchor Bryant Gumble, has died at the age of 78, his family confirmed Dec. 27. The CBS Sports family is mourning the loss of one of their greatest anchors. Legendary broadcaster Greg Gumbel died Dec. 27 at the age of 78, his family…
Magnus Carlsen quits chess championship after refusing to change out of jeans
By Scott Neuman Magnus Carlsen of Norway competes against Daniil Dubov of Russia during the 82nd Tata Steel Chess Tournament in Eindhoven, Netherlands, on Jan. 16, 2020. Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images Magnus Carlsen, the world’s top chess player, has quit the World Rapid Chess Championship being held in New York after refusing to change out of…
Macao is becoming a city of sports and entertainment, Sands China CEO says, as President Xi urges diversification
Sands China CEO Grant Chum told CNBC that a new de Source: www.cnbc.com
Spurs could have no fit centre-back after Davies ‘setback’
Tottenham could be without any fit centre-backs for Sunday’s Premier League game against Wolves after Ben Davies suffered a setback in his recovery. The Wales international, 31, has been out since 5 December with a hamstring injury. Davies had been nearing a return, but manager Ange Postecoglou said on Friday: “No, he is ruled out.…
How F1 teams are turning to AI to improve performance on the track
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Eagles, ice & pyro – inside rugby’s biggest show
Harlequins have staged their Big Game spectacular at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium since 2008 Gallagher Premiership: Harlequins v Leicester Venue: Allianz Stadium, Twickenham Date: Saturday, 28 December Kick-off: 18:00 GMT Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app, and read the match report on the BBC Sport…
Heta hits nine-darter but is latest seed out of Worlds
Damon Heta hit a nine-darter but became the 15th seed to be knocked out early at Alexandra Palace Ninth seed Damon Heta hit a nine-darter but was knocked out by Englishman Luke Woodhouse in the third round of the PDC World Championship. The Australian celebrated wildly after hitting double 12 to complete the perfect leg…
Amorim knows job in ‘danger’ without victories
This video can not be played ‘I know that every manager is in danger’ Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says the vast expense of bringing him in will not shield him from the sack if he fails to produce a winning team. While United sources stress there is total support for the new boss…
Atlético de Madrid and the Challenges of the 2025 Club World Cup
The draw for the 2025 Club World Cup, held in Miami, has set the stage for an exciting tournament. Featuring 32 teams from around the globe, this edition will take place in the United States from June 15 to July 13, 2025, marking the first time it will use an expanded format.
The 2024 Red Bull Batalla International Final
The 2024 Red Bull Batalla International Final, held on November 30 at Madrid’s WiZink Center, was marred by an unprecedented controversy due to a voting error by the jury during the final battle between Spanish MCs Chuty and Gazir.
Franco Colapinto Concludes His 2024 Formula 1 Season
Argentine driver Franco Colapinto is preparing for his final race of the 2024 Formula 1 season with the Williams team, set to take place at the iconic Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. This moment marks a pivotal point in the young driver’s career, as he has captured the attention of the international motorsport community…
Transfer Market: Highlights and Key Rumors
The transfer market continues to stir excitement among football fans with movements and rumors involving top European clubs like Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and Atlético Madrid. As the transfer window nears its close, major signings are expected to be confirmed in the coming hours.
Fernando Alonso: The Last Great Spanish Champion Still Competing
In the realm of Spanish sports, Fernando Alonso has solidified his position as one of the last great champions still competing. Following Rafael Nadal’s recent retirement, the Asturian driver continues to represent Spain at the highest level in Formula 1, showcasing his commitment and passion for motorsport.
The Spanish National Team Ends the Year with a Victory Over Switzerland and Leads the Nations League
The Spanish National Football Team closed 2024 with an exciting 3-2 victory against Switzerland at the Heliodoro Rodríguez López Stadium in Tenerife.
Iñigo Vicente: The Racing Star Whose Release Clause Could Double with Promotion
Iñigo Vicente, Racing de Santander’s attacking midfielder, has established himself as one of the standout players in LaLiga Hypermotion. His performance on the pitch, combined with his vision and creativity, has made him an essential asset for José Alberto’s tactical approach.
In the 2024 Davis Cup quarterfinals, Spain faced the Netherlands in a series filled with emotion and historical significance
In the 2024 Davis Cup quarterfinals, Spain faced the Netherlands in a series filled with emotion and historical significance.
Iñaki Williams Set to Return for Basque Derby Against Real Sociedad
Athletic Club’s forward, Iñaki Williams, has resumed training after recovering from recent physical discomfort and is expected to be available for the highly anticipated Basque derby against Real Sociedad.
Injuries in the Spanish National Team Following Victory Over Denmark
On November 15, 2024, the Spanish National Football Team secured the top spot in Group A4 of the UEFA Nations League by defeating Denmark 2-1 in Copenhagen.
Kylian Mbappé Adopts Low Profile at Real Madrid: Analyzing His Media Silence
Since joining Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappé has taken a more reserved approach to public communication, avoiding appearances and interviews. This shift has raised questions in France about the reasons behind his silence.
Sarah Almagro Secures Silver at the 2024 ISA World Para Surfing Championship
Spanish surfer Sarah Almagro has achieved the runner-up position in the Women’s Prone 2 category at the ISA World Para Surfing Championship, held in Huntington Beach, California, from November 3 to 9, 2024. With a score of 10.70, Almagro was surpassed by Australia’s Jocelyn Neumueller, who scored 12.67 points.
World Aquatics Introduces New Rules to Energize Water Polo
World Aquatics, the governing body of water polo, has implemented a series of rule changes aimed at increasing the speed and appeal of matches. These new regulations, effective from November 9, 2024, seek to revolutionize the men’s game in particular.
Toni Bou Returns to Pamplona for the Final Round of the Trial World Championship
Spanish trial rider Toni Bou will participate in the final round of the Trial World Championship, to be held at the Navarra Arena in Pamplona on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Having recently secured his 36th world title, Bou returns to the Navarrese capital aiming to conclude the season with a victory.
Mireia Belmonte Returns to Competition at the Spanish Winter Championships
Renowned Spanish swimmer Mireia Belmonte has announced her return to the pool after a two-year hiatus due to a chronic shoulder injury. She will make her comeback at the Spanish Winter Championships, held at Madrid’s M86 pool from November 14 to 17, 2024.
Spain’s National Team Strengthens with New Additions for the Nations League
National coach Luis de la Fuente has announced the squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Denmark and Switzerland. Notably, this list includes first-time call-ups for Samu Omorodion, Marc Casadó, and Aitor Paredes, who have demonstrated outstanding performances with their respective clubs.
Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: The ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ Returns to the Ring
On November 15, 2024, the boxing world witnessed an unprecedented event: the legendary Mike Tyson, at 58 years old, returned to the ring to face the controversial YouTuber-turned-boxer, Jake Paul. The bout, held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and broadcast live worldwide on Netflix, generated unparalleled anticipation in recent sports history.