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FedEx Cup play-offs: Justin Rose takes first-round lead in Boston

Justin Rose holds a one-shot lead after the first round of the Dell Technologies Championship in Boston. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NByyGl

'Stevie's learned the hard way in derbies' - Murphy on Gerrard's Old Firm debut

Steven Gerrard will manage Rangers in his first Old Firm derby on Sunday. Former Liverpool team-mate Danny Murphy says he will know what to do... from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wubDXe

Billy Monger meets Alex Zanardi: 'They had to let us return to driving'

Seventeen-year-old Billy Monger was hailed as the next Lewis Hamilton until a terrible crash left him fighting for his life and resulted in a double leg amputation. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2otTEvi

London Otters Rowing Club: 'How I went from beginner to winning bronze at the Gay Games'

Nick Coveney on a sporting journey of self-realisation and discovery that ended up in Paris for the Gay Games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LJJZKs

Donaldson leaves behind rain full of memories for Jays fan

The Toronto Blue Jays have dealt all-star third baseman Josh Donaldson to the Cleveland Indians for a player to be named later. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2PTnV3n

Blue Jays rally around Justin Smoak's 9th inning grand slam

Justin Smoak hit a pinch hit grand slam, as the Toronto Blue Jays scored five runs in the ninth inning to beat the Miami Marlins 6-5. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2ot8Vwu

Jays stun Marlins on Smoak's 9th-inning grand slam

Justin Smoak connected for a pinch-hit grand slam in the ninth inning, sending the Toronto Blue Jays to a 6-5 victory over the Miami Marlins on Friday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2N2tSwn

Serena eases past sister Venus with 'best match since return'

Serena Williams makes light work of her older sister Venus Williams to reach the US Open fourth round in New York. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NAj8SR

Blue Jays trade Josh Donaldson to Indians: report

The Toronto Blue Jays have reportedly dealt all-star third baseman Josh Donaldson to the Cleveland Indians. The trade was first reported by Jeff Passan of Yahoo Sports. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2PrMAuV

Inside the deal on the day Man City became the richest club in the world

The inside story, from those who were there, of the deal that changed Manchester City, the Premier League and the football landscape forever. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ChqSrV

'You can give money to all kinds of people' - Man City chief on spending, players & European success

Manchester City's director of football Txiki Begiristain gives a rare interview on spending money the right way and why the club are not yet feared in Europe. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wxEFVN

US Open 2018: Rafael Nadal beats Karen Khachanov to reach fourth round

Defending champion Rafael Nadal digs deep to outmanoeuvre powerful Russian Karen Khachanov and win their thrilling US Open third-round match. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PVWhmm

America's Cup: Sir Ben Ainslie begins second quest for trophy in 2021

Sir Ben Ainslie and businessman Jim Ratcliffe talk about their dream of winning the America's Cup for a British team in 2021. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NbA3hs

Wales Women 0-3 England Women: Neville - We showed we're a top, top team

England boss Phil Neville says he told his players to "relax" at half time after a superb second-half display saw them book their place at the 2019 World Cup with a 3-0 win over Wales. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LMlmwJ

AC Milan 2-1 Roma: Patrick Cutrone gives hosts dramatic late win

Substitute Patrick Cutrone scores a winner deep into injury time as AC Milan beat Roma in Serie A. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oqaP11

Moussa Dembele: Celtic striker joins Lyon in £19.7m move

Celtic striker Moussa Dembele has completed a £19.7m move to Lyon, the French club have said. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LI8XK5

Champions Leinster battle back to beat Blues

Leinster battle back from 29-14 down to beat Cardiff Blues at the Arms Park as the new Pro14 season gets underway. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wrJmQW

Canada tops U.S for bronze in extras at women's baseball World Cup

Daphnee Gelinas broke a tie with an RBI single and veteran Ashley Stephenson drove in two to cap a five-run 10th inning as Canada defeated the United States 8-5 on Friday for the bronze medal at the women's baseball World Cup. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2NzB3cs

England beat Wales to reach 2019 Women's World Cup

England secure a place at next year's Women's World Cup finals with a victory over Wales that ensures they top qualifying Group 1. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MG4GMw

Aaron Donald: Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle signs new $135m contract

Aaron Donald becomes the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history, after agreeing a six-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams worth $135m (£104m). from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wBYVET

Dele Alli celebration: Football Focus reporter masters the celebration with his help

England and Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli helps Football Focus reporter Caroline De Moraes master his new celebration. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wvhCde

Westwood and Thomson tied for second in Denmark

Englishmen Lee Westwood and Jonathan Thomson are tied for second at the halfway stage of the Made in Demark tournament, two shots behind leader Christiaan Bezuidenhout. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2C5NRpB

Defending champion Stephens beats Azarenka to reach third round

Defending champion Sloane Stephens beats two-time Grand Slam champion Victoria Azarenka 6-3 6-4 to reach the third round of the US Open from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PUS7v6

England v India: Moeen Ali's 5-63 inspires England fightback in fourth Test

Moeen Ali takes 5-63 to lead England's recovery on the second day of the fourth Test against India in Southampton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LKo1Ho

Umpire 'beyond protocol' at US Open after Kyrgios 'pep-talk'

US Open organisers say umpire Mohamed Lahyani went 'beyond protocol' in his on-court 'pep-talk' with Nick Kyrgios. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2C14p1U

Premier League predictions: 'I think Man Utd have lost it' - Greg James

BBC Radio 1 presenter Greg James believes Manchester United will lose to Burnley in his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wAoTJ7

Vuelta a Espana: Tony Gallopin wins stage seven as Rudy Molard extends lead

France's Tony Gallopin wins stage seven of the Vuelta a Espana by five seconds, as compatriot Rudy Molard retains the overall lead. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N5z7eM

Jordi Alba: Spain boss Luis Enrique leaves defender out of squad for England game

Jordi Alba and Koke are left out of Spain boss Luis Enrique's first squad - for Uefa Nations League games against Croatia and England. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N2lFIw

Afghanistan beat Ireland to win ODI series

Afghanistan cruise to an eight-wicket win over Ireland to clinch a 2-1 victory in the ODI series at Stormont. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N88jKA

Cristiano Ronaldo: Juventus star rested from Portugal squad

Cristiano Ronaldo is rested from Portugal's squad for their friendly against Croatia and Uefa Nations League opener against Italy. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wv184Q

Unai Emery: Arsenal manager's news conference is disturbed by a phone call

A phone call interrupts Arsenal manager Unai Emery during his news conference before Sunday's Premier League game against Cardiff City. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wuwb1A

Lando Norris ready for F1 & contender for McLaren drive in 2019, says Zak Brown

British 18-year-old Lando Norris is "ready for F1" and among four contenders to drive for McLaren next season, says team boss Zak Brown. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2C5mQT9

'Still a top team': Guardiola plays down Man Utd's poor start

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has played down Manchester United's poor start to the season and says Jose Mourinho is a "top, top manager". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wwT58t

Asian Games: Indonesia faces big bill after gold rush

Indonesia's sports ministry is going to have find extra prize money after only budgeting for half the number of gold medals secured by its athletes in Jakarta. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ny0riz

Italian GP: Sebastian Vettel fastest in second practice after huge Marcus Ericsson crash

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel set the pace in second practice at the Italian Grand Prix after Sauber's Marcus Ericsson has a huge accident. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2C5yUE2

Manchester City 10 years on: Timeline since the Abu Dhabi takeover

BBC Sport looks back at an eventful 10 years for Manchester City since their takeover by the Abu Dhabi United Group. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wySl26

Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho: 'I am one of the greatest managers in the world'

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says he "is one the greatest managers in the world" at "one of the greatest clubs in the world". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PUCAvh

Diamond League: Kenya's Kipruto wins 3000m after losing shoe

Conseslus Kipruto ran six laps with only one shoe to win the 3000m Diamond League finals steeplechase. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PPAyMZ

Formula 1: 2019 season set to finish in December with Germany included

The 2019 Formula 1 season is set to finish in December with the German Grand Prix included on the draft calendar. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MEm6cK

I'll be one of the greatest in world even if Man Utd don't win title - Mourinho

Boss Jose Mourinho says he will be "one of the greatest managers in the world" even if Manchester United do not win the Premier League this season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2opBTgJ

Arsenal face Sporting - four British clubs learn Europa League fate

Arsenal, Chelsea, Celtic and Rangers learn their three group-stage opponents in this season's Europa League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NBjUik

Lawro's predictions v BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show host James

BBC Sport football pundit Mark Lawrenson takes on Greg James at predicting this weekend's Premier League results. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oqZAoW

Italian Grand Prix: Sergio Perez fastest in wet first practice

Force India's Sergio Perez leaves it late to set the pace in an inconclusive wet first practice at the Italian Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wyi4aH

The resurrection of Parma: Lucarelli - the man who kept club going

Captain and defender Alessandro Lucarelli stood by Parma on their long road back to Serie A - here's his story. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PSByj6

Guscott, Dawson & Monye's Premiership predictions - and have your say too

Former British and Irish Lions Jeremy Guscott, Matt Dawson and Ugo Monye preview the new Premiership season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NAPgWk

Stéphane Pauwels arrest: Football presenter charged over armed robbery

One of Belgium's top football TV presenters is charged with being an accomplice to an armed robbery. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2C0UbyL

'Losing my legs wasn't a problem, I was happy to be alive' - Monger meets Zanardi

Billy Monger was a rising star of British motorsport until a high-speed crash in 2017 resulted in a double leg amputation. A year on, he met ex-F1 driver Alex Zanardi, who lost both his legs in 2001. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PQAJHD

Fernando Alonso says F1 is becoming too predictable

Two-time F1 world champion Fernando Alonso says the sport is becoming too predictable and that only two teams are fighting for the title. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PllJ3k

'I'll have more fun away from F1' - Alonso on retirement, Indy & having no regrets

In an exclusive interview with BBC Sport, two-time F1 world champion Fernando Alonso opens up on retirement and his excitement for what lies ahead. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nxq57b

Colin Kaepernick's collusion case against NFL team owners can go to trial

Colin Kaepernick's collusion case against NFL team owners can go to trial after a request by the league to dismiss the complaint is rejected. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MIHQnT

Yankees acquire 5-time all-star Andrew McCutchen: report

The playoff-contending New York Yankees are close to completing a trade for San Francisco Giants outfielder Andrew McCutchen. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2LItePD

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton joins 300-HR club

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton joined the 300-home run club Thursday night, connecting for a two-run drive in the third inning against the Detroit Tigers. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2BY3S0N

'At least it's not two against one this time' - Williams sisters meet on day five at US Open

Sisters Venus and Serena Williams meet on day five of the US Open for a place in the last 16 at Flushing Meadows. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2op9O9m

England head coach Jones meets referees' chief to discuss officiating

Referees chief Tony Spreadbury confirms Eddie Jones is seeking a closer align in officiating from club to international level. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BZ00fO

Sandro Ramirez: Everton striker joins Real Sociedad on season-long loan

Everton striker Sandro Ramirez joins Spanish side Real Sociedad on loan for the rest of the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PgUtDc

Canada squanders lead, will play U.S. for bronze at women's baseball World Cup

Taiwan erased an early four-run deficit to defeat Canada 6-4 on Thursday in the super-round finale for both teams at the women's baseball World Cup in Viera, Fla. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2PlidX0

US Open 2018: Roger Federer beats Benoit Paire to reach third round

Roger Federer continues his bid for a record sixth US Open title with a comfortable second-round win over France's Benoit Paire. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PSW03k

Transfer deadline day: Seven transfers to watch from around Europe and Football League

The Premier League transfer window has already shut but BBC Sport takes a look at deals that can still be completed around Europe and the Football League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ollZEi

Celtic 3-1 Suduva: Brendan Rodgers' side into Europa League group stage

Celtic salve some of their European disappointment by beating Lithuanian champions Suduva to ease into the group stage of the Europa League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wru92k

Olympiakos knock Burnley out of Europa League

Burnley fail to make the Europa League group stage after wasting a string of chances in their play-off round second leg against Olympiakos at Turf Moor. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NBRrZG

'This isn't you; I know that' - Kyrgios wins after 'umpire pep talk'

Australian's Nick Kyrgios surges back to beat Pierre-Hughes Herbert - after an apparent pep talk from umpire Mohamed Lahyani, from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MHyIj0

England's Thomson leads by two in Denmark event

England's Jonathan Thomson shoots his lowest round on the European Tour to open up a two-stroke lead on the first day of the Made in Denmark event. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MCK1ZU

England v India: Geoffrey Boycott says he has no confidence in hosts' batting

England's Test team has "gone backwards" after another batting slump against India, says former opener Geoffrey Boycott. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LGkSs3

Liverpool to face Chelsea in Carabao Cup third round

Eight-time winners Liverpool are drawn at home to Chelsea in the third round of the Carabao Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LHI1Kq

US Open 2018: Petra Kvitova through to last 32 in New York

Czech fifth seed Petra Kvitova overcomes a stubborn display from China's Wang Yafan to win 7-5 6-3 and make the US Open last 32. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pml15V

Curran rescues England in fourth Test against India

Sam Curran salvages England after their top order fail again on the first day of the fourth Test against India in Southampton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2C3aCum

Ronaldo's Juve drawn against Man Utd, Barca face Spurs - Champions League draw

Manchester United will face a reunion with Cristiano Ronaldo after drawing Serie A champions Juventus in the Champions League group stages. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wsNoIR

Vuelta a Espana: Nacer Bouhanni wins stage six as Rudy Molard retains overall lead

France's Nacer Bouhanni sprints to victory in stage six of the Vuelta a Espana, as compatriot Rudy Molard retained his overall lead. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PQ6tg4

Nine-man Rangers reach Europa League group stage

Nine-man Rangers survived a late Ufa onslaught to clinch a place in the Europa League group stage with a 1-1 draw in Russia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NybloE

Italian Grand Prix: Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel says there is no extra pressure at Monza

Sebastian Vettel says he does "not really" feel any extra pressure driving for Ferrari at their home race in Italy this weekend. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wuby5D

Fantasy football: Tips for picking your Premier League team

Are you happy with your fantasy team or panicking about transfers? Here are our tips for who you might want to pick this week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wG36jh

Has the gap narrowed between Celtic & Rangers? See how you voted...

The perception is that Steven Gerrard has helped Rangers move closer to Celtic. But do the clubs' domestic records, European exploits, and recruitment back that up? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LFHh8E

Sebastian Vettel has a bump in his in Ferrari in Milan

Sebastian Vettel crashes his Ferrari into the barriers at low speed at the F1 Milan Festival ahead of the Italian Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LIVa62

Lack of game time a concern - England boss Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate says he is ''concerned'' over a lack of match time for young English players. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NuJXYp

'Liar, liar, pants on fire' - Murray responds after Verdasco denies coaching claim

Beaten Andy Murray jokes he has "started imagining things" after Fernando Verdasco denies speaking to his coach in a US Open heat break. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NBul5O

Italian Grand Prix: Pick your top three drivers at Monza

Spa was a treat for Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel and next up it's the magic of Monza. Predict your top three drivers for the Italian Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nt4uwC

Manchester United defender Shaw recalled to England squad

Manchester United defender Luke Shaw has been included in Gareth Southgate's 23-man England squad for September's fixtures. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N0Ws0X

GB's Asher-Smith goes for Diamond League 100m title

Great Britain's triple European champion Dina Asher-Smith will compete for the 100m Diamond League title in Zurich on Thursday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PfK0I2

US Open 2018: Roger Federer leads former champions in action on day four

Former champions Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Maria Sharapova and Angelique Kerber will play on day four of the US Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wsBwXa

US Open 2018: Defending champion Rafael Nadal cruises past Vasek Pospisil

Defending champion Rafael Nadal is through to the US Open third round with victory over the unseeded Vasek Pospisil. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PgLnGM

England's Watson needed second Achilles operation after initial rupture failed to knit

England and Bath back Anthony Watson required a second operation on his Achilles tendon after re-tearing it during a commercial photo shoot. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ny1XBd

Last-place Orioles come back to complete sweep of Blue Jays

Adam Jones hit his second career grand slam, Trey Mancini had a solo shot and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Toronto Blue Jays 10-5 Wednesday night to complete their first three-game sweep of the season. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2MGLzCp

US long ball leaves Canada in must-win situation at women's baseball World Cup

Jade Gortarez hit a three-run home run in the second inning as the United States downed Canada 5-1 on Wednesday in the super round of the women's baseball World Cup. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Nz02fJ

Jays place Josh Donaldson on revocable waivers: reports

Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson had his locker in Toronto's clubhouse at Rogers Centre cleaned out on Saturday but he insists it's not because a trade is imminent. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2wpSPbo

Williams catsuit row '10,000 times worse' than my reprimand - Cornet

Alize Cornet says the decision to ban Serena Williams from wearing a catsuit at future French Opens was "10,000 times worse" than her reprimand at the US Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N2W1U2

Investigation that led Allardyce England exit 'in public interest'

An undercover investigation that led to Sam Allardyce's departure as England manager was justified in the public interest, a report finds. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PNjK97

US Open 2018: Andy Murray loses to Fernando Verdasco in second round

Britain's Andy Murray is beaten in four sets by Fernando Verdasco in the second round of the US Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wvbf9W

US Open 2018: Juan Martin del Potro & Stan Wawrinka into third round

Third seed Juan Martin del Potro powers into the US Open third round, where he is joined by another former champion Stan Wawrinka. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wnUG0e

England batsmen hungry for runs in fourth Test - Root

England captain Joe Root says his batsmen are "very hungry" to prove themselves in the fourth Test against India, which begins on Thursday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ojVgrv

Benfica reach Champions League group stage

Eduardo Salvio scores twice, including a penalty, as Benfica beat PAOK 5-2 on aggregate to make it through to Thursday's Champions League draw. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2okqvmn

Manchester United in discussions over new Anthony Martial contract

Manchester United are in discussions with Anthony Martial's representatives over a new long-term contract. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2os9hUp

Nottingham Forest 3-1 Newcastle United

Nottingham Forest knock Premier League Newcastle out of the Carabao Cup for the second consecutive year after a dramatic finale. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2C0F34c

Everton too strong for Rotherham in Carabao Cup

Everton continue their unbeaten start to the season as a win over Rotherham sends them through to the third round of the Carabao Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2POjQ08

Fifa corruption: Paraguay's Juan Angel Napout jailed for nine years

The former president of the South American Football Confederation is jailed for nine years for his part in the Fifa bribery scandal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LCS4AI

US Open 2018: Defending champion Sloane Stephens fights back to progress

Defending champion Sloane Stephens fights back from a set down to beat Anhelina Kalinina in the US Open second round. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PfByc8

Mariano: Real Madrid re-sign striker from Lyon after 14 months in France

Real Madrid have re-signed striker Mariano from Lyon for 33 million euros (£29.7m), just 14 months after he joined the French club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N0pE8d

Rogers becomes NFL's highest paid player in reported $134m deal

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers to become the highest paid player in NFL history, after agreeing a four-year contract extension reported to be $134m. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LBJMsE

'All to play for' in series decider with Afghanistan - Ireland captain Porterfield

Ireland captain William Porterfield says it is "all to play for" in the deciding one-day international against Afghanistan at Stormont on Friday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2C7HAKe

USA joint record goalscorer Dempsey retires

Former Tottenham and Fulham forward Clint Dempsey retires from football at the age of 35. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wpi5hV

West Ham? Palace? Dagenham & Redbridge? Have you seen Yaya Toure?

Former Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure is still without a club, so his agent's decided to play a guessing game with fans on social media. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2omqnTs

Vuelta a Espana: Simon Clarke wins stage five as Rudy Molard takes overall lead

Australia's Simon Clarke wins stage five of the Vuelta a Espana, as Rudy Molard becomes the new race leader. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MVSyGP

Meet the 12th-tier English club who are now massive in Spain

Why an anti-fascist message on an amateur football club's new away shirt has earned them a new wave of Spanish fans - and £60,000 in sales. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NArZ6Q

Phil Neville 'won't be defined' by England v Wales 'grudge match'

England women's manager Phil Neville says he "will not be defined" by Friday's "grudge match" against Wales. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BYqXQN

Boo England... rattle them - Jess Fishlock's message to Wales fans

Wales record cap holder Jess Fishlock urges Wales fans to make life difficult for England in their crucial World Cup qualifier in Newport on Friday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MXxy2d

Murray faces Verdasco test in US Open - day three preview

Andy Murray faces Fernando Verdasco is the US Open second round on Tuesday with Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal also in action. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wtZK2t

Rice must decide if his heart is more Irish or English - Pellegrini

Declan Rice has "a big problem" as he decides whether to represent England or the Republic of Ireland, says West Ham boss Manuel Pellegrini. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oihGtl

Can Liverpool legend Gerrard change the recurring Old Firm tale?

Celtic won by an aggregate of 14-2 in five meetings with Rangers last season. Can new Ibrox boss Steven Gerrard turn that rout into a rivalry? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MYJXDf

Ryan Giggs on Manchester United: 'I'd keep your money in your pocket'

Wales boss Ryan Giggs plays it down when told he has odds of 12-1 to be the next Manchester United manager, and calls for fans to "stick together". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2olaa0G

Ozil racism claims 'exaggerated', says Germany manager Low

Germany manager Joachim Low says Mesut Ozil's claims of racism within the national team are "exaggerated". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LAmweE

US Open 2018: World number 31 Alize Cornet given code violation for on-court shirt switch

French world number 31 Alize Cornet was given a code violation for taking her shirt off on court during her US Open first-round defeat by Johanna Larsson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wm8KaW

England include Bairstow as Curran and Moeen recalled

Jonny Bairstow is to play as a specialist batsman after being included in England's squad for their fourth Test match against India. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NvsmzK

US president Trump shows media the red card

The US president was handed the football penalty card at an event with Fifa President Gianni Infantino. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PhNE4b

Santos fans force match to be abandoned after 0-0 became 3-0 deficit before kick-off

The Copa Libertadores game between Santos of Brazil and Independiente of Argentina is abandoned after police clashed with an angry home crowd. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wnuhzZ

Women's Euro 2021: FA submits bid to host Women's European Championship

The Football Association submits a bid to host the Women's European Championship in 2021. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2woe5y7

Wales boss Giggs recalls Dummett for Nations League

Striker Hal Robson Kanu and defender Neil Taylor are absent from the Wales squad to play Republic of Ireland and Denmark in Nations League qualifiers but Paul Dummett is recalled. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PfLUbL

Schweinsteiger scores for Bayern Munich as he plays for both sides in tetimonial

Bastian Schweinsteiger says goodbye to Bayern Munich as the Chicago Fire midfielder plays for both sides in his testimonial match. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MFnbB1

Gerard Pique: Barcelona would be 'happy to have' Paul Pogba

Defender Gerard Pique says Barcelona would be "happy to have" Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba at the La Liga club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PMnIPq

Ex-world champion Cavendish to take indefinite break because of illness

Britain's Mark Cavendish is to take an indefinite period of total rest from cycling because of illness. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LBDNnB

US Open 2018: Maria Sharapova beats Swiss veteran Patty Schnyder to reach second round

Five-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova defeats Swiss veteran Patty Schnyder to reach the second round of the US Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N0WOon

Federer cruises into US Open second round

Roger Federer reaches the US Open second round with a routine victory over Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka at Flushing Meadows. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LzvkRO

Heat forces five US Open retirements on day two

Conditions at the US Open are labelled "dangerous" as five men retire from their first-round matches on Tuesday because of heat-related issues. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PgX9ko

Pannone roughed up early in Jays' loss to Orioles

Josh Rogers won his major league debut, Tim Beckham hit a three-run homer and the Baltimore Orioles rolled over the Toronto Blue Jays 12-5 on Tuesday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2BXtydU

Berahino scores first goal in 913 days as Stoke progress

Saido Berahino's first Stoke goal and a bizarre Juninho Bacuna own goal knock Huddersfield out of the Carabao Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LxmBQ9

FA Cup: Litherland Remyca thrown out over unpaid £10 fine

Non-league club Litherland Remyca are thrown out of the FA Cup over an unpaid £10 fine. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MyKxrM

Djokovic wins after struggling in heat at US Open

Novak Djokovic struggles in hot conditions but fights back to beat Marton Fucsovic in four sets to reach the US Open second round. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oiPbvJ

Pellegrini gets first win as West Ham avoid scare at AFC Wimbledon

West Ham survive a scare at League One AFC Wimbledon to reach the Carabao Cup third round and secure Manuel Pellegrini's first win. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oicndh

Canada blanks Venezuela in women's baseball World Cup super round opener

Kelsey Lalor had two hits and a stolen base on Tuesday, helping Canada to a 5-0 win over Venezuela in the super-round opener for both teams at the women's baseball World Cup. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2PdwFzY

US Open 2018: Johanna Konta loses to Caroline Garcia in first round

British number one Johanna Konta loses in the US Open first round for the second successive year. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PGNg0e

Manchester United fans react to 3-0 loss at home to Tottenham Hotspur

Manchester United fans react after their team's 3-0 Premier League loss at Old Trafford to Tottenham Hotspur. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PHSAAJ

Belgian GP: Jolyon Palmer column - Why F1’s ultimate underdog Force India has bright future

In his latest BBC Sport column, former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer explores the huge significance of the Belgian Grand Prix for Force India's future from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BQBIoc

Jose Bautista on the move again after trade to Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired veteran slugger Jose Bautista from the New York Mets for a player to be named later or cash. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Ns7WYn

Kvitova battles into US Open second round

Fifth seed Petra Kvitova beats Yanina Wickmayer 6-1 6-4 to reach the second round of the US Open in New York. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BRFei8

King wins stage four of Vuelta as Kwiatkowski retains lead

American Benjamin King wins stage four of the Vuelta a Espana as he out-sprints Kazakh Nikita Stalnov on the summit finish. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oh0Cnl

Man Utd: Jose Mourinho has club's backing despite defeat by Tottenham

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho still has the club's backing despite the 3-0 home defeat by Tottenham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wjhXkg

India will 'target' Bairstow's broken finger

India will target Jonny Bairstow's broken finger if he plays in the fourth Test starting on Thursday, says bowler Mohammed Shami. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ofDSEr

World sport: 10 photos we liked this week: 20-26 August

A selection of the most striking sports photographs from around the world this week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BSZ4tG

Leicester striker Vardy steps aside from England duty

Striker Jamie Vardy is stepping aside from international football to allow England manager Gareth Southgate to bring younger players in. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wiUvDo

'Persistent' Indonesian billionaire wins bridge bronze at Asian Games aged 78

The 78-year-old whose "persistence" helped convince Asian Games organisers to include bridge wins bronze. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P9ESW6

Andy Murray column: US Open victory on return & fuelling on sushi, bacon and porridge

In his BBC Sport column, Andy Murray talks about victory on his Grand Slam return and his carefully planned refuelling strategy featuring sushi, bacon and porridge. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PcGIpa

ICC wants help in finding suspected 'match fixer'

The International Cricket Council appeals for help in identifying the alleged 'match fixer' who features in an undercover documentary. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MBO4Ww

Sindhu makes history for India after silver at Asian Games

PV Sindhu has become the first Indian badminton player to win a silver medal at the Asian Games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MTEzRD

Usain Bolt to make Central Coast Mariners debut in friendly

The eight-time Olympic sprint champion is expected to make his professional football debut for the Central Coast Mariners in Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2whmu6O

Nadal through after injury ruins Ferrer's Grand Slam farewell

Defending champion Rafael Nadal moves into the US Open second round after David Ferrer's Grand Slam farewell is ruined by injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BTFcXj

Basketball 'pioneer' Ginobili retires after 23-year career

San Antonio Spurs guard and four-time NBA champion Manu Ginobili has announced his retirement from basketball. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MY0Mhx

US Open 2018: Serena Williams through with first-round victory over Magda Linette

Six-time champion Serena Williams makes her return to the US Open with a clinical first-round win over Poland's Magda Linette. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BPN4sG

Jays blown out by lowly Orioles as Morales' HR binge comes to end

Kendrys Morales had his home run streak snapped at seven games by the Baltimore Orioles, who ended an eight-game skid by defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 7-0 on Monday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2NpsK2H

US Open 2018: Sloane Stephens begins defence of title with straightforward win

American Sloane Stephens begins the defence of her US Open title with a 6-1 7-5 victory over Russia's Evgeniya Rodina. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NrX7FX

Premier League stats: Mourinho, Jorginho, Huddersfield, Arnautovic

Manchester United rack up a half-century of home defeats, plus Huddersfield's worrying start - the weekend's key Premier League stats. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PJdBLd

Man Utd 0-3 Tottenham: Jose Mourinho tells media, 'Respect, respect, respect'

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho demands "respect" from journalists after the 3-0 home defeat by Tottenham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PdfwXq

Manchester United 0-3 Tottenham: Mourinho walks out of news conference

After his team lost 3-0 at home to Tottenham, Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is involved in a bad-tempered exchange in his post-match news conference. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BQwcCk

Beckham Jr signs $95m deal to become highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history

Odell Beckham Jr signs a new five-year contract extension at the New York Giants worth a reported $95m making him the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pd2Ob4

Red Star Belgrade to play in rugby league's Challenge Cup?

Could rugby league's Challenge Cup tick off another outpost on the map with the addition of Red Star Belgrade? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BQKDWZ

Richarlison called up by Brazil for the first time for friendly matches

Everton forward Richarlison is rewarded for his good start to the season by winning his first call-up to the Brazil squad. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PbYZmr

US Open 2018: Stan Wawrinka beats Grigor Dimitrov in straight sets

Swiss wildcard Stan Wawrinka beats eighth seed Grigor Dimitrov 6-3 6-2 7-5 in round one of the US Open in Flushing Meadows. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wr85oH

Jays' Kendrys Morales named AL player of the week

Kendrys Morales is being recognized for his torrid seven-game run. The Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter was named the American League player of the week on Monday after hitting a franchise-record seven home runs in seven consecutive games. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2MWfs0H

Rayo Vallecano ground closed until at least mid-October after fan complaints

Rayo Vallecano's ground is closed for safety reasons until at least mid-October after complaints from fans of the La Liga club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2od8RRv

US Open 2018: Andy Murray beats James Duckworth on Grand Slam return

Britain's Andy Murray marks his return to Grand Slam tennis with a four-set victory over James Duckworth in the US Open first round. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BOetLA

Manchester United v Tottenham: Rate the players

Rate the players out of 10 for the Premier League match between Manchester United and Tottenham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ocoCIm

US Open 2018: Kyle Edmund knocked out in first round by Paolo Lorenzi

British number one Kyle Edmund is knocked out of the US Open in the first round after defeat to Italy's Paolo Lorenzi. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oeWJiQ

Ireland v Afghanistan: Visitors win opening ODI at Stormont

Afghanistan take a 1-0 lead over Ireland in their three game one-day series with a 29 run victory at Stormont. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wkXDPj

A rat ate part of my foot - ex-Tottenham captain Mabbutt

Former Tottenham and England defender Gary Mabbutt says a rat ate part of his foot while he was asleep in South Africa. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PHxTVi

World number one Halep knocked out in US Open first round

World number one Simona Halep is knocked out in the US Open first round, losing 6-2 6-4 to Kaia Kanepi at Flushing Meadows. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MAFF5p

Vuelta a Espana: Elia Viviani wins stage three as Michal Kwiatkowski retains lead

Italian champion Elia Viviani wins stage three of the Vuelta a Espana as Poland's Michal Kwiatkowski retains the leaders' red jersey. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PE1lvD

'My letters are ignored' - Salah criticises Egyptian FA in image rights row

Liverpool and Egypt forward Mohamed Salah accuses the Egyptian Football Association of ignoring his complaints over image rights. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BRxXPx

Man Utd v Tottenham - team news, stats & Lawro's prediction

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PBFN2u

When the '92 Jays made a last-minute trade for David Cone

The playoff-bound Blue Jays made a last-minute deal to ensure they would field their best team possible in the post-season. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2odrtRh

Clipper cuts, guard posts and communal sleeping areas - could Son really do military service?

Clipper cuts, remote guard posts and communal sleeping quarters. Could Tottenham's Son Heung-min be made to swap Premier League life for that of a soldier? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wjcIRp

Uncapped defender Souttar named in Scotland squad

Scotland name uncapped John Souttar in their squad for next month's matches against Belgium and Albania. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wfWA3a

Craig Levein: Hearts manager recovering in hospital

Hearts manager Craig Levein is recovering after being taken to hospital on Monday morning, the Premiership leaders announced. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PHWHN4

Asian Games: PV Sindhu becomes first Indian to reach singles final

PV Sindhu has become the first female Indian badminton player to reach a singles final at the Asian Games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P8fEXU

Genoa fans silent for first 43 minutes in tribute to bridge disaster victims

Genoa fans watch 43 minutes of their home match with Empoli in silence in tribute to the Morandi bridge disaster victims. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LrFT9z

US Open preview: Four Britons ready for opening day

Andy Murray is one of four Britons starting their US Open campaigns when the fourth and final major of the year begins in New York on Monday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MCx69I

Girona 1-4 Real Madrid: Gareth Bale on target for second successive game

Gareth Bale scores for the second successive La Liga game to help Real Madrid come from behind to beat Girona in La Liga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BLEb3k

Newcastle 1-2 Chelsea: Why Chelsea need more from their full-backs

Chelsea need an added dimension from out wide to unlock stubborn defences, says former player and manager Ruud Gullit. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LtWp92

FedEx Cup play-offs: Bryson DeChambeau wins to move top of rankings

Bryson DeChambeau moves to the top of the FedEx Cup rankings with victory at the Northern Trust in New Jersey. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P62UkE

Premier League quiz: Can you name top 21 French goalscorers?

Willy Boly and Aymetic Laporte are the latest Frenchmen to score in the Premier League - but can you name the top 21 leading scorers? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P8jm3V

Canada secures spot in women's baseball World Cup super round

Kelsey Lalor belted a two-run homer in the first inning to lead Canada to an 18-1 victory over the Dominican Republic on Sunday at the women's baseball World Cup in Viera, Fla. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2wnwrQb

Who is Garth's 'Mr Consistency' - and who else makes his team of the week?

Who gets better with every performance? Who strolled through their match? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week and pick your own. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PDfby5

Phillies rough up Estrada early, halt Blue Jays' season-best win streak

Wilson Ramos homered and added three RBI as Philadelphia took advantage of a struggling Marco Estrada and defeated the hometown Toronto Blue Jays 8-3 on Sunday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2P8uRbM

Fulham 4-2 Burnley: Slavisa Jokanovic pleased with 'important' win

Fulham boss Slavisa Jokanovic describes their 4-2 defeat of Burnley as an "important step" after they secured their first victory since returning to the Premier League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wvkNC2

Watford 2-1 Crystal Palace: Javi Gracia delighted with 'amazing' start to season

Watford head coach Javi Gracia says his side's perfect start to the season is reward for the players' hard work after they beat Crystal Palace to move second in the Premier League table. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MYHFEh

Fulham 4-2 Burnley: Sean Dyche says Mitrovic was 'the difference'

Burnley manager Sean Dyche admits that Fulham were the better side during their 4-2 defeat at Craven Cottage, with Aleksandar Mitrovic, who scored twice, "the best player on the pitch". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PH3nLx

Watford 2-1 Palace: Roy Hodgson says Eagles deserved a point

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson says his side's performance merited a point following their 2-1 defeat by Watford. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BNGfYL

Morales sets Blue Jays record with 7-game HR streak

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Kendrys Morales set a team record by homering for the seventh consecutive game Sunday and became the seventh player in major league history with a streak of at least seven games. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2BNebEG

Leclerc's life 'saved' by 'halo' head protection

Fernando Alonso says Formula 1's 'halo' head protection system saved Charles Leclerc in a huge crash at the Belgian Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2whFthj

Blue Jays' Josh Donaldson says trade not imminent

Newcastle 1-2 Chelsea: Maurizio Sarri surprised by Magpies formation

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says he was surprised to see Newcastle start with five defenders during the Londoners' 2-1 win at St James' Park. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NkPtNr

Newcastle 1-2 Chelsea: Missing players were injured - Rafael Benitez

Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez says Jamaal Lascelles and Jonjo Shelvey missed the 2-1 defeat against Chelsea through injury, and not because of a "bust-up". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BOwZmZ

A last tip of the cap to Canada's Little Leaguers

There was one last tip of the cap to Canada's Little League baseball team ahead of the series finale between Philadelphia and the hometown Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday afternoon. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2wh0M2z

Fulham 4-2 Burnley: Aleksandar Mitrovic scores twice in Premier League thriller

Aleksandar Mitrovic scored twice to earn Fulham a first Premier League victory of the season against Burnley from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LtScm2

Vuelta a Espana: Alejandro Valverde wins stage two as Kwiatkowski takes red jersey

Alejandro Valverde claims victory on stage two of the Vuelta a Espana as Michal Kwiatkowski takes the leader's red jersey. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2odcWF6

Late own goal gives Chelsea victory over Newcastle

Chelsea maintain their unbeaten start to the Premier League season with victory over Newcastle in a match featuring three goals in 11 minutes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nh4cJ5

Czech Masters: Padraig Harrington second to first-time winner Andrea Pavan

Ireland's Padraig Harrington finishes two shots behind first-time European Tour winner Andrea Pavan at the Czech Masters. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BJqd21

Boyata scores only goal as Celtic struggle past Hamilton

Dedryck Boyata responds to a fans banner claiming he is "not fit to wear the jersey" by scoring the only goal as Celtic beat Hamilton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BOuy45

British MotoGP: Sunday's race cancelled because of heavy rain at Silverstone

Sunday's British Grand Prix is cancelled because of heavy rain and standing water at Silverstone. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wli5i4

Sebastian Vettel wins in Belgium after dramatic crash

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel beat title rival Lewis Hamilton in the Belgian Grand Prix to cut his lead to 17 points. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MSC0PO

McArthur takes break from Scotland duty until 2019

Midfielder James McArthur makes himself unavailable to Alex McLeish until 2019, but defender John Souttar will be in the Scotland squad for games against Belgium and Albania. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MPFanv

Watford go second in league with win over Palace

Watford maintain their perfect start to the season to move level on points with Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table with a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MPPTyq

Can ambitious Wolves emulate Man City's rise to the top?

Are Wolves, with the help of owners Fosun and Jorge Mendes, on their way to emulating Manchester City's rise to the top? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o8Qf55

Everything you need to know about Champions League draw

The draw for the Champions League group stage takes place on Thursday, but who can face each other when the tournament gets under way? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MtSH4N

KSI v Logan Paul: YouTube boxing fight ends in a draw

BBC Sport joins 15,000 fans at Manchester Arena for the much-hyped boxing fight between rival YouTubers KSI and Logan Paul. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NhhmFT

Isaac Dogboe beats Hidenori Otake to defend WBO world super-bantamweight title

Isaac Dogboe produces a devastating first-round stoppage of Hidenori Otake to defend his WBO world super-bantamweight title. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NnCM4A

'Like a beach' - La Liga investigates Valladolid pitch for Barca game

La Liga opens an investigation into Real Valladolid's "deplorable" pitch following their defeat by Barcelona on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NhroHm

Motherwell stun Rangers with stoppage-time equaliser in six-goal thriller

Peter Hartley's last-gasp header earns Motherwell their first league point to deny Rangers victory in a dramatic finish at Fir Park. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BOevDn

England's Mentor helps Lightning win Grand Final

England's Geva Mentor helps Sunshine Coast Lightning upset West Coast Fever in Australia's Super Netball Grand Final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2weXexF

Everton defender Keane suffers fractured skull in draw with Bournemouth

Everton defender Michael Keane suffers a small hairline fracture of his skull during Saturday's draw at Bournemouth. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wqSrsv

KSI v Logan Paul: YouTube boxing match ends in a draw

KSI and Logan Paul took their online rivalry into the boxing ring in a much-hyped bout. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ociOyo

Michael Owen: Ex-England striker opens up about injuries

Former Liverpool and England striker Michael Owen says he "hated" the last six years of his career because of injury frustration. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PFg218

Canadian Henderson looks to end 45-year wait at home tournament

Canadian Women's Open leader Brooke Henderson has a chance to become the first home player to win the tournament in 45 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PFjjOc

Grand National 'could be hit by no deal Brexit' warns racing group

Tiger Roll won at Aintree in April, helped by an agreement that eases movement across the Irish Sea, from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MT6fWT

Jenna Flannigan leads Canada past Australia at women's baseball World Cup

Right-fielder Jenna Flannigan had three hits, including two doubles, to drive in three runs as Canada topped Australia 9-6 on Saturday at the women's baseball World Cup. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2o7BIqa

Morales ties franchise record as Jays come back to beat Phillies

Aledmys Diaz drove in three runs with a two-out double in the eighth inning to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 8-6 come-from-behind win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2MvnGNU

FedEx Cup play-offs: Bryson DeChambeau takes four-shot lead at Northern Trust

Bryson DeChambeau fires an eight-under 63 to establish a four-stroke lead going into the final day of the Northern Trust. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MNT8Gl

Real Valladolid 0-1 Barcelona: Champions cling on to win despite stoppage-time VAR drama

Barcelona cling on to claim a hard-fought victory over newly-promoted Real Valladolid after a stoppage-time VAR review rules out a late equaliser from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MRXz2Z

Man Utd Women 0-2 Reading Women: Record crowd watch hosts lose

A record crowd of 4,835 watch Manchester United Women lose 2-0 to Reading Women in their first home game since relaunching this season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wefO9s

Ancelotti's Napoli come from two down to beat former club Milan

Carlo Ancelotti marks his first home game as manager of Napoli with victory against former club AC Milan in an emotional reunion in San Paolo from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MOqDZf

Giants catcher Buster Posey to have season-ending hip surgery

San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey will undergo hip surgery Monday in Colorado, ending what has been a painful and frustrating year for the six-time all-star. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2wfKuHf

GB's Holland takes World Triathlon Series gold in Montreal

Britain's Vicky Holland claims gold in Montreal to close the gap on Katie Zaferes at the top of the World Triathlon Series standings. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PE3V4t

Arsenal boss Emery denies Ozil training ground row

Arsenal head coach Unai Emery denies Mesut Ozil missed Saturday's victory over West Ham because of a row in training. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NjhNja

Australia's Dennis wins opening stage of Vuelta a Espana

Australia's Rohan Dennis claims the red jersey on the opening stage of the Vuelta a Espana in Malaga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P3kfuM

Liverpool 1-0 Brighton & Hove Albion: Jurgen Klopp says Reds lost plot in second half

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is pleased with his side's 1-0 victory over Brighton, but says they "lost the plot a bit" in the second half. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NicS25

Liverpool top after Salah goal sinks Brighton

Mohamed Salah's second goal of the season maintains Liverpool's 100% start to the season with a 1-0 victory over Brighton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MVpO0C

British MotoGP: Forecast heavy rain forces earlier start at Silverstone

Sunday's British Grand Prix at Silverstone will start 90 minutes earlier because of forecast heavy rain. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NdU4km

Ronaldo makes home debut as Juventus beat Lazio

Cristiano Ronaldo makes his home debut for Juventus as they beat Lazio to extend their winning start to the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BM2Ftp

Emery secures first league win as Arsenal boss as West Ham continue losing start

Arsenal record their first Premier League win under new manager Unai Emery after Issa Diop's own goal sees West Ham fall to their third straight defeat. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wcFXp3

Challenge Cup final: Catalans beat Warrington 20-14 to win first piece of silverware

Catalans Dragons are the first non-English side to win rugby league's Challenge Cup, beating Warrington in the Wembley final from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MujXjL

Hamilton on pole as Force India surprise in rainy Belgium

Lewis Hamilton beats title rival Sebastian Vettel to a sensational pole position in a chaotic Belgian GP qualifying in the rain. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nf4KPz

Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-1 Manchester City: Nuno urges Wolves to control games better

Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo is happy with his side's 1-1 draw against Manchester City, but hopes his side learn to exert more control over games when they take the lead. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LrjBol

Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-1 Manchester City: Pep Guardiola disappointed with City defence

Man City boss Pep Guardiola says they earned a "good point" at Wolves after falling a goal behind, but adds that they were not "solid" at the back. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P4Cz6u

Laporte rescues draw for Man City at Wolves

Aymeric Laporte rescues Manchester City a draw at newly promoted Wolves as the visitors' 100% winning start to their title defence ends. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BGX7jP

Bayern Munich: Kingsley Coman to have ankle surgery

Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman will have ankle surgery which will keep him out of action for several weeks. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wdWZ61

La Liga game in US will not happen - Real Madrid boss

La Liga's plan to stage an annual fixture in the United States will not come to fruition, says Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Lo2bJj

Canada narrowly edged by Japan at women's baseball World Cup

The Canadians came away a confident bunch despite their first loss at the women's baseball World Cup. Canada limited five-time defending champion Japan to just two-hit ball, but couldn't pull off the potential upset after a rain delay in a 2-1 loss on Friday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2o9Ztho

Iran's Moradi breaks 19-year weightlifting world record

Iran's Sohrab Moradi breaks weightlifting's longest standing world record en route to winning gold at the Asian Games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MQSrMD

Bell rings, fight over - boxer quits after one second

American boxer Curtis Harper leaves the ring at the sound of the opening bell in protest over pay for facing Efe Ajagba. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wf4slm

Dominant All Blacks beat Australia to win Bledisloe Cup for 16th consecutive year

New Zealand win the Bledisloe Cup for a 16th consecutive year with a 40-12 victory over Australia in Auckland. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BSddHc

Groves & Smith concerned over World Boxing Super Series final in Saudi Arabia

George Groves and Callum Smith are worried fans may struggle to attend their World Boxing Super Series final in Saudi Arabia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o701ol

'I'll tough it out if I need to' - Murray on playing at the US Open, Instagram and Slovenian bees

In his BBC Sport column, Andy Murray talks about his US Open prospects after injury, having fun with Instagram and Slovenian bees at the UN. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PCNINd

HRs lead Blue Jays to victory over Phillies on beginning of Players' Weekend

Kendrys Morales and Billy McKinney each hit a home run to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a 4-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2LrHUmi

Three-time major winner Koepka into Northern Trust joint lead

Three-time major winner Brooks Koepka moves into a share of the lead with fellow American Jamie Lovemark after the second round of the Northern Trust. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PBvvPV

Emery urges Ramsey to focus on football amid Arsenal contract talks

Arsenal manager Unai Emery tells Aaron Ramsey to focus on his football amid ongoing contract talks with the club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MwqLgE

Serena Williams: French Open bans 'superhero' catsuit from next year

Serena Williams will be banned from wearing her black catsuit at the French Open from next year, with the tournament set to introduce a stricter dress code. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ll3pVS

Bayern 3-1 Hoffenheim: Bundesliga starts with dramatic win for reigning champions

Bayern Munich start the defence of their Bundesliga title with a dramatic win over Hoffenheim in Niko Kovac's first league game in charge. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LnTU8s

Middlesbrough 1-0 West Brom

Daniel Ayala's stoppage-time winner gives unbeaten Middlesbrough victory over West Bromwich Albion. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LpCW9t

Olympic champion Skinner taking a break before Tokyo 2020

Olympic champion Callum Skinner says he is "taking some time away" from cycling but is still targeting Tokyo 2020. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PAP0s0

Liverpool-Roma clash: Italian jailed for violence

'Ultra' jailed for 30 months for his part in violence which left a Liverpool fan with a serious head wound. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LpOYzE

Andy Murray not expecting to go far at US Open in New York

Andy Murray says he is not "expecting to go far" when he makes his first appearance at a Grand Slam for 14 months at next week's US Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BLy3s0

Callum Skinner takes time out from cycling to regain motivation

Olympic gold medallist Callum Skinner hopes to regain his momentum in top-class cycling by taking a rest from the sport. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BKfmoy

Olympiakos charged over fans' behaviour in Burnley game

Disciplinary proceedings are opened against Olympiakos following the first leg of their Europa League play-off against Burnley in Greece. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2w7QlOY

Women's U20 World Cup: England beat France to bronze in penalty shootout

England beat hosts France in a penalty shootout to win bronze for the first time at the Women's Under-20 World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wbMU9H

Hodgson warns Watford mascot Harry the Hornet against 'disgraceful' Zaha provocation

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson warns Watford mascot Harry the Hornet against "disgraceful" provocation of Wilfried Zaha in Sunday's Premier League game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PCcGMK

KSI v Logan Paul: What's all the hype about a boxing match between two YouTubers?

It's being billed as 'the biggest fight in internet history' - but why are YouTubers KSI and Logan Paul going into the ring in front of 20,000 people? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Mvyrj3

Prithvi Shaw: Meet India's 18-year-old batsman who is compared to Sachin Tendulkar

The BBC Asian Network meets 18-year-old India batsman Prithvi Shaw, who has been compared to Sachin Tendulkar. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P2PEgH

Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock: how wife's illness mellowed him

Cardiff City boss Neil Warnock says helping his wife Sharon through breast cancer has made him realise that there's "more important" things than football. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wbG0kT

Lionel Messi: Palestinian FA president Jibril Rajoub banned for 'inciting hatred and violence'

Fifa gives the president of the Palestinian Football Association a 12-month match suspension after he urged fans to burn shirts and pictures of Lionel Messi. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MxvI91

Jose Mourinho: Man Utd manager has 'no problems' with Ed Woodward

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho said he has "no problems" with chief executive Ed Woodward. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BIDnvZ

'People see the glamour, not the misery' - Calderwood faces career-defining UFC fight

Scottish UFC star Joanne Calderwood talks sacrifice, depression and life in Las Vegas as she prepares for a fight with everything to lose. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MGJtSb

Challenge Cup: Warrington Wolves and Catalans Dragons attempt Dele Alli's celebration

Before the Challenge Cup final at Wembley, players from the Warrington Wolves and Catalans Dragons attempted Dele Alli's celebration. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BEvlnY

Big bad Wolves and the 'flying pig' - the characters behind Challenge Cup finalists Warrington

Age-defying forwards, flying pigs and family fun - meet the characters behind Challenge Cup finalists Warrington Wolves. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LmhaDD

Britain's Hall & Hull four off lead in Canada

Britain's Georgia Hall and Charley Hull are four shots off the lead after an opening-round four-under-par 68 at the Canadian Women's Open from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Lm31GA

Raikkonen heads Hamilton in Belgium GP first practice

Kimi Raikkonen is fastest ahead of Lewis Hamilton in Belgian GP second practice as F1 returns from its summer break. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PBdEse

Time for Sterling? Load up with Reds? Looking to replace Vardy? Fantasy football tips

Are you happy with your fantasy team or panicking about transfers? Here are our tips for who you might want to pick this week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BU1DvB

Eden Hazard will stay at Chelsea this season - Maurizio Sarri

Eden Hazard will remain at Chelsea this season, according to manager Maurizio Sarri, while Ruben Loftus-Cheek's situation will be reviewed in December. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BJjCVd

Maybe I expect too much, too soon - Rangers boss Gerrard

Steven Gerrard says he maybe "expects too much, too soon" from Rangers as they move to within touching distance of the Europa League group stage. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o3WFm7

Stradivarius wins Lonsdale Cup to secure £1m bonus

Stradivarius, ridden by Frankie Dettori and trained by John Gosden, wins the Lonsdale Cup to land the inaugural WH Stayers' Million bonus. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MzIRyw

'No problem with Woodward' - Man Utd boss Mourinho

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho insists he has a good relationship and "no problems" with chief executive Ed Woodward. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P004hi

Tottenham goalkeeper Lloris charged with drink-driving

Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is charged with drink-driving after being stopped by police in west London. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PA1Bvm

Vettel heads Verstappen in Belgium GP first practice

Sebastian Vettel sets the fastest time in first practice at the Belgian Grand Prix as the F1 season restarts after its summer break. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MOyu91

China sub scores a hat-trick of hat-tricks at Asian Games

Wang Shanshan nets a hat-trick of hat-tricks in less than half an hour as a substitute for China against Tajikistan at the Asian Games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wgXMn5

Yates starts Vuelta seeking to end 'twin brother curse'

How Simon Yates hopes to end a "curse", why Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas are not racing and who might challenge when the Vuelta a Espana starts on Saturday? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Py1Nvf

'No ongoing discussions' over £2bn Liverpool bid

A cousin of Manchester City's owner failed with a £2bn takeover bid for Liverpool this year and the Anfield club say there are no ongoing talks. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o5ndmP

Canada rallies past Cuba at women's baseball World Cup

Niki Boyd scored the go-ahead run on a sacrifice fly from Daphnee Gelinas in the fifth inning, and Canada completed a rally from six runs down to beat Cuba 10-7 on Thursday in its second weather-shortened game of the women's baseball World Cup. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2P2fGAQ

Burnley fan stabbed before Europa League match in Athens

A Burnley fan was stabbed before the first leg of their Europa League play-off against Olympiakos in Athens. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P1y1Op

Four-way lead in first FedEx Cup play-off event

England's Tommy Fleetwood and Paul Casey start well at the Northern Trust in New Jersey - the first of four FedEx Cup play-off events. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2woJsI2

A first win for Arsenal? Lawro's predictions v actors Elba & Ameen

BBC Sport football pundit Mark Lawrenson takes on Idris Elba and Aml Ameen at predicting this weekend's Premier League results. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wmnMfR

Sydney Thunder sign Root & Buttler for Big Bash

England Test captain Joe Root and vice-captain Jos Buttler will play for Sydney Thunder in this winter's Twenty20 Big Bash League in Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LorevY

Rangers v FC Ufa: Steven Gerrard's side close in on Europa League

Rangers have one foot in the Europa League group stage after a solitary goal gave them victory over Ufa at Ibrox in their first-leg play-off. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Mnj3p3

Olympiakos beat 10-man Burnley in Europa League play-off first leg

Burnley go into the second leg of their Europa League play-off with a 3-1 deficit after they had a man sent off against Olympiakos in Athens. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o0CdlV

Arsène Wenger gets hero's welcome in Liberia

Liberian President George Weah is to honour the former Arsenal coach with the country's highest honour. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Pzk7UO

New managers, VAR & English youngsters - guide to Bundesliga season

Bayern have a manager who has never won a league title and Leipzig and Hoffenheim have an unusual arrangement - your guide to the Bundesliga season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BBQmzA

US Open 2018: Andy Murray to face James Duckworth on Grand Slam return

Andy Murray will play Australia's James Duckworth when he makes his return to Grand Slam tennis at the US Open after a 14-month absence with a hip injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BE8vgs

Suduva 1-1 Celtic: Defensive concerns continue as Scottish champions held to first-leg draw

Celtic are forced to settle for a draw after conceding another poor goal in the first leg of their Europa League play-off. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o2qaV6

Force India granted new F1 entry and renamed

The former Force India team is granted a new entry to Formula 1 following their rescue from administration earlier this month. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o5PwBS

'Pressure makes us do extraordinary things': Hamilton welcomes title rivalry

Lewis Hamilton says he welcomes the pressure of his intense title fight with Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel as the F1 season resumes in Belgium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ncrks6

England's Ashton gets seven-week ban for tip tackle

England wing Chris Ashton is banned for seven weeks after his red card in Sale Sharks' pre-season friendly against Castres. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LmAD7o

Red Bull deny bid to sign Alonso for 2019

Red Bull deny Fernando Alonso's claim that he was twice offered a drive with them before he decided to retire from Formula 1. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P2UrPn

Pellegrini criticises West Ham fans for leaving early

West Ham manager Manuel Pellegrini criticises the club's fans after some left early during the defeat by Bournemouth. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2w9WEBk

I don't understand why there's so much criticism - Mkhitaryan

Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan says he "doesn't know why people are criticising so much" after his side's difficult start to the Premier League season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BCbTIu

Henrikh Mkhitaryan: Arsenal midfielder hits back at ex-players turned critics

Midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan tells Football Focus he is not paying "too much attention" to Arsenal's critics and "doesn't know" why ex-players criticise them so much. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MJErnO

Mick Schumacher: Formula 3 driver says his father Michael is his idol

Formula 3 driver Mick Schumacher tells BBC Sport that his father, seven-time F1 world champion Michael, has had a "huge influence" on his life. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MFs4cz

India's Goswami retires from T20 internationals - three months before World T20

India seamer Jhulan Goswami retires from Twenty20 internationals, only three months before the ICC Women's World T20. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BRi8bN

Formula 1: All you need to know about F1's return after the summer break

The summer break in the F1 season is meant to be a quiet time of the year, but not in 2018. BBC Sport looks at five of the biggest F1 talking points. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wpzl6a

Mark Johnston on breaking British horse racing record for training winners

Mark Johnston reflects on his career after breaking the British horse racing record for training most winners. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PxGc6c

GB women beat USA to reach wheelchair basketball semis

Britain's women's wheelchair basketball team reach the World Championship semi-finals for the first time by beating Paralympic champions USA. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Mv8foX

Trainer Johnston breaks record with 4,194th win

Mark Johnston beats the record number of British victories for a racehorse trainer as Poet's Society becomes his 4,194th winner. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OZCIbn

Broken nose was 'fun to watch' - Hartley's comments prompt Scottish FA investigation

Motherwell captain Peter Hartley could face Scottish FA sanctions after saying it was "fun to watch" former Rangers defender Fabio Cardoso "weeping" after breaking his nose last season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2w7cxst

Canada tosses no-hitter in shutout against Hong Kong at women's baseball World Cup

Anne-Sophie Lavallee threw a no-hitter as Canada opened with a 4-0 win over Hong Kong at the women's baseball World Cup on Wednesday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2MEqQ1d

England must judge Cipriani on the field, says Gloucester coach Ackermann

Gloucester head coach Johan Ackermann urges England's selectors to judge fly-half Danny Cipriani on his on-field displays. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Llmnf1

Arise, Sir Gareth! The world according to online football petitions

Knight Gareth Southgate, ban Sergio Ramos and make Jordan Pickford's birthday a holiday - explore the world of football petitions. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P2LdTh

England recall batsman Vince for fourth Test against India

England recall batsman James Vince as cover for Jonny Bairstow for the fourth Test against India at Southampton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BMcxDA

Virat Kohli and James Anderson top ICC Test ranking lists

India captain Virat Kohli moves back to the top of the ICC Test batsmen rankings, with England's James Anderson the leading bowler. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Mx7trG

Oxygen tanks & breaks every 15 minutes - wildfire smoke affects match

Players take breaks every 15 minutes and oxygen tanks are made available because of poor air quality during an NWSL match in Oregon. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LmGCcp

'It's on' - Woods v Mickelson in $9m Vegas duel

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson will go head-to-head in a winner-takes-all $9m (£7m) exhibition match in Las Vegas in November. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BzAxcE

'Summer of their lives': Canada leaves Little League World Series with no regrets

The Canadian Little League team that could from Whalley, B.C. ran out of big pitches and timely hits against Puerto Rico Wednesday afternoon at Volunteer Stadium, losing 9-4 and ending what’s been a remarkable run for the boys from British Columbia. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2OYisac

Danny Cipriani: England and Gloucester fly-half not sanctioned by RFU

England and Gloucester fly-half Danny Cipriani will face no punishment from the Rugby Football Union after a nightclub incident in Jersey. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wifKV7

Ajax 3-1 Dynamo Kiev: Ajax close on Champions League return

Four-time winners Ajax beat Dynamo Kiev 3-1 in the first leg of their Champions League qualifying play-off round tie. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MtRR8b

USA's Baker clocks fastest 100m time of season

American sprinter Ronnie Baker sets the fastest 100m time of the season by clocking 9.87 seconds to win in Chorzow, Poland. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Na2idk

Victorious Blue Jay Thomas Pannone loses no-hit bid in 7th inning of 1st MLB start

Thomas Pannone took a no-hitter into the seventh inning in his first major league start and Devon Travis hit a three-run homer as the Toronto Blue Jays downed the visiting Baltimore Orioles 6-0 on Wednesday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2nZYznN

Afghanistan thump Ireland to win T20 series

Afghanistan clinch a Twenty20 series win over Ireland with a game to spare after a comprehensive 81-run victory at Bready. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2w2DJbG

Broady beats fellow Briton Clarke in US Open qualifying

Liam Broady beats fellow Briton Jay Clarke in straight sets to reach the second round of US Open qualifying. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PwBdCH

Former Brazilian FA boss Marin jailed for four years for corruption

A former head of Brazil's football association has been jailed for four years for corruption. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o1EH3s

India name teenager Shaw in squad for last two England Tests

India name 18-year-old batsman Prithvi Shaw in their squad for the remaining two Test matches against England. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Bzc33x

Set-to with a suitcase sent embarrassed Aaron Sanchez to DL

Blue Jays right-hander Aaron Sanchez is set to return from the disabled list after a finger injury which happened when he got it stuck in his luggage during the team's trip to Los Angeles. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2MFsW0L

'We're in the driving seat, we must remember that' - Root expects England to fight back

England captain Joe Root says his side are still charge of the series against India despite their third-Test defeat. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N4pauG

'I wanted to finish the fight' - Jackson suffers perforated eardrums

Australian boxer Luke Jackson has revealed he suffered two perforated eardrums during Saturday's defeat by Carl Frampton in Belfast. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o0BrWh

Kyle Lafferty: Rangers recruit Hearts striker for second Ibrox spell

Northern Ireland striker Kyle Lafferty returns to Rangers for a second spell after Hearts accept an offer for the striker. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MrvtME

PV Sindhu: How India's Olympic badminton star became a sponsors' dream on £126,000 a week

As India's first female Olympic silver medallist, badminton star PV Sindhu has become one of the world's highest earning female athletes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wlo5Yp

Georgia captain Kashia gets Uefa award for wearing rainbow armband

Georgia captain Guram Kashia receives Uefa's #EqualGame award for showing his support for LGBT rights. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PvYaWq

Maisie Summers-Newton: Gold medals and GCSE results all in a week's work

16-year-old para-swimmer Maisie Summers-Newton won three European gold medals last week and now she is awaiting her GCSE results. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o1zuZm

FC Rostov release 'lucky carpet' fourth kit after fan brings one to game

Russian Premier League side FC Rostov release a fourth kit in the design of the club's new 'lucky carpet'. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BzeuTs

F1 returns: who will be rejuvenated by a Spa weekend?

As picturesque as a postcard and a firm favourite with every F1 driver. Master the art of Spa and world championship riches could be on offer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2wdtAs0

I'm not afraid of dying - Johnrose on MND diagnosis

Former Blackburn, Bury, Burnley and Swansea midfielder Len Johnrose tells BBC Radio Lancashire about living with motor neurone disease. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OUzUfC

Virat Kohli dedicates win to Kerala flood victims

Captain Virat Kohli dedicates India's 203-run win against England to the victims of the floods in Kerala. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BzDtGr

Spa leads the way, London misses out & little love for Sochi - your F1 calendar

With 21 races in 2018, there are calls to shorten the season - but what would a 16-race campaign look like? You told us using our selector and the results are in. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2w47glk

Canada gets set to take on Puerto Rico in another must win game

Devin Heroux has a preview of Canada's big match vs Puerto Rico at the Little League World Series from Williamsport, Pennsylvania. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2LlW2xg

India wrap up 203-run win over England

India complete a 203-run victory over England in the third Test at Trent Bridge, to halve the hosts' lead in the five-match series. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nbgfrk

La Liga captains meet to discuss 'concern' over game in US

La Liga captains will meet on Wednesday to discuss their "concern" over a decision to stage a game in the US. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OX25ux

Anger, fear and ability - why Liverpool's Alexander-Arnold can back up the hype

Why is there such huge hype around Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold? What are his strengths and weaknesses - and how far can they take him? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2w0ukRW

Billy McKinney clubs 1st career home run as Jays clobber Orioles

Justin Smoak, Kendrys Morales and Billy McKinney each had a home run in the fifth inning as the Toronto Blue Jays routed the Baltimore Orioles 8-2 on Tuesday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2nWJKCf

Orioles vet Jones, Jays rookie Jansen stage unlikely reunion

Adam Jones stepped to the plate in the first inning, saw a familiar face behind the plate and gave the Toronto catcher a warm, welcoming thump. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2La6k3D

BATE Borisov 2-3 PSV Eindhoven

Donyell Malen scores a late winner for PSV Eindhoven to beat BATE Borisov in the first leg of their Champions League qualifying play-off. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MFahC1

England captain Hartley set for friendly return after five months out

England captain Dylan Hartley is ready to return for Northampton after five months out with concussion. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BxKQhv

Swansea and Leeds maintain unbeaten start with draw

Midfielder Pablo Hernandez rescues a draw for Leeds United at former club Swansea City to send them top of the Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ps4Uoo

Serena Williams tops Forbes list for highest-earning female athletes

Eight of the top 10 highest earning female athletes are tennis players with 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams topping the Forbes list. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N5uYUI

Nationals give Murphy, Adams shot at playoffs in separate deals with Cubs, Cards

The Washington Nationals have traded second baseman Daniel Murphy to the Chicago Cubs and first baseman Matt Adams to the St. Louis Cardinals, essentially throwing in the towel on a disappointing season. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2wfTyuV

Roberto Osuna set to take over as Astros' primary closer

The Houston Astros are prepared to use recent trade acquisition Roberto Osuna as their primary closer for the remainder of the season, manager A.J. Hinch said on MLB Network Radio on Tuesday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2PrUoxq

England on verge of heavy loss despite Buttler's maiden Test century

England's Jos Buttler hits his maiden Test century but India require just one wicket on the final day to win third Test at Trent Bridge. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OZLK8z

Miralem Pjanic signs new five-year Juventus deal

Bosnia and Herzegovina midfielder Miralem Pjanic signs a new five-year deal with Juventus. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N7mNHJ

Canadian kids staying classy, keeping cool under pressure at Little League World Series

Dancing before an elimination game? Tipping your cap to the guy who just smacked you for a game-tying homer? No moment is too big to keep Canada's Little League World Series team from having fun. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2N28tQy

Tiger Woods: 14-time major winner says comeback has endeared him to new fans

Fourteen-time major winner Tiger Woods says he has never experienced such "warmth" from fans as he has this year. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MHR5Ub

David Beckham: Uefa to honour former England captain with President's Award

David Beckham is to receive the Uefa President's Award, for his contributions to football and promoting the sport in "every corner of the planet". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LfHLCm

Asian Games 2018: Couple names newborn after event

An Indonesian couple names their newborn daughter after the Asian Games, in honour of their country hosting the event. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MLRfu4

Manchester United: Is Jose Mourinho's third-season syndrome a myth or about to unfold?

Do Jose Mourinho's sides really suffer from third-season syndrome? And if so, will it happen at Manchester United? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N5v3aS

Italian FA investigates Lazio 'ultras' call to ban women

The Italian FA opens an investigation into calls from Lazio 'ultras' to ban women from part of the club's Olympic Stadium in Rome. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N3b3G8

Ryder Cup 2018: Who will qualify for Europe and United States' teams?

The players in the automatic qualification places for Europe and the United States for the 2018 Ryder Cup - and the big names who need a wildcard. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P57CQA

US Open build-up: Murray set for Grand Slam comeback

Andy Murray is set to make his Grand Slam return at the US Open, where Novak Djokovic is the man to beat and Serena Williams continues her comeback. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MCx69I

Game Wrap: Cano's 3-run homer lifts Mariners past Astros

Seattle defeats Houston 7-4, Robinson hits go-ahead 3-run shot in 8th inning. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Lc3TO7

Indian Open: World Snooker Tour event postponed after Kerala floods

The Indian Open in Kerala is postponed because of flooding that has killed more than 350 people since June. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MHyNCH

Danny Cipriani: Players' union questions RFU's misconduct charge

The Rugby Players' Association questions the Rugby Football Union's decision to charge Danny Cipriani with misconduct after a nightclub incident. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N5hx78

Jonathan Agnew reads emotional email about TMS fan's last hours

Test Match Special's Jonathan Agnew reads out an emotional letter about how a fan spent the final hours of his life listening to coverage of England vs India. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N67tLt

Hillsborough charges against Sir Norman Bettison dropped

Sir Norman Bettison, accused of blaming fans for the Hillsborough disaster, will not be prosecuted. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2whKNjR

Watch: Jonathan Agnew reads email about Test Match Special fan's last hours

Test Match Special's Jonathan Agnew reads out a letter about how a fan of the programme spent the final hours of his life listening to its coverage of England v India. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2BvGMym

Usain Bolt trains for the first time with A-League club Central Coast Mariners

Watch Usain Bolt train with A-League outfit Central Coast Mariners for the first time as the eight-time Olympic champion vows to prove the doubters wrong. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OSz9Us

Chris Ashton: Sale Sharks winger to face disciplinary panel on Thursday

England and Sale Sharks winger Chris Ashton is to face a disciplinary panel on Thursday after he was shown a red card in a pre-season friendly. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Bx2zpq

From Nazi bans to Dragons delight - French rugby league's eventful existence

With Catalans Dragons set for a Challenge Cup final at Wembley, Dave Woods examines the history of French rugby league. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LaVxpX

Simona Halep: World number one pulls out of final US Open warm-up

World number one Simona Halep withdraws from her final tournament before the US Open because of an Achilles injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2w0ySaW

'This is why we play the game': Canada stuns Mexico at Little League World Series

With the bases loaded, the crowd roaring and Mexico down to their final out, Canada's pitcher Nate Colina caught a line-drive to secure a stunning 6-4 victory over the Mexicans at the Little League World Series on Monday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Bpsgbn

Kendrys Morales cuts down Orioles to help Jays snap 4-game slide

Jays snap 4-game skid as Kendrys Morales Kendrys Morales cuts down Orioles to help Jays snap 4-game skid Kendrys Morales swings big to help Toronto fend off Orioles Jays snap 4-game skid as Kendrys Morales swings big against Orioes Kendrys Morales swings big as Jays snap 4-game skid against Orioles from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2OWBwFZ