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Game Wrap: Blue Jays fall to Rays to end difficult season

The Blue Jays season came to an end on Sunday as they fell to the Tampa Bay Rays 9-4. Toronto finished the season with three less wins than they had in 2017, ending up 73-89. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2DGavFG

MLB roundup: NL West, NL Central to be decided in Game 163

The playoff-bound Colorado Rockies are headed to Los Angeles for a tiebreaking game to decide the NL West title after routing the Washington Nationals 12-0 on Sunday, while the Chicago Cubs set up a tiebreaker game for the NL Central title by beating the St. Louis Cardinals 10-5. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2xN7pdY

Blue Jays fall to Rays in season finale

Ryan Yarbrough got his rookie-leading 16th win and the Tampa Bay Rays turned another bullpen game into their 90th victory, beating the Toronto Blue Jays 9-4 on Sunday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2OZB2ix

Angels' Mike Scioscia steps down as manager after 19 years

Mike Scioscia has stepped down as manager of the Los Angeles Angels after 19 seasons, ending the longest current tenure in the majors with a come-from-behind victory. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2xMi9Jq

'Aguero can break Shearer's Premier League goals record'

Sergio Aguero can beat Alan Shearer's Premier League record of 260 Premier League goals, says team-mate Bernardo Silva. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ou5p3w

Hamilton 'most conflicted ever' after Russian GP win

Lewis Hamilton says winning the Russian Grand Prix thanks to team orders left him feeling "the most conflicted I have ever been". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2y0vahL

'Only one winner here, and it's not you Jose' - plus who is in Garth's team of the week?

Who will win in the Jose Mourinho v Paul Pogba row? Who is out of their depth? And who reminds Garth of Cantona? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DI9X2k

Why a WhatsApp 'love-in' was key to Europe's Ryder Cup victory

A group WhatsApp, a postman and the promise of a tattoo - the European team reveal what helped inspire their Ryder Cup victory. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DJdWM5

Van Persie scores late winner - and sent off four minutes later

Robin van Persie scores a stunning late winner before being sent off as Feyenoord beat Vitesse Arnhem in the Eredivisie. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DJkIBi

Serie A round-up: AC Milan move up to 10th after win at Sassuolo

AC Milan move into the top half of the Serie A table with just their second victory of the season at Sassuolo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P1fWjZ

Italy prop Panico arrested for 'drug trafficking'

Italy prop Sami Panico is arrested for alleged drug trafficking, according to Italian press reports. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OqIciP

Cardiff City 1-2 Burnley: Neil Warnock's side remain winless after Sam Vokes goal

Sam Vokes scores the winning goal as Burnley beat Cardiff to extend the Bluebirds' winless start to the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DJh6iW

St Pauli fans greeted with stink bombs before Hamburg match

St Pauli fans are greeted with stink bombs and - reportedly - excrement before their Bundesliga 2 game at Hamburg. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Iqbzwd

Dogs on the pitch! Catalans Dragons hooker Michael McIlorum joined by his dogs for season finale

Catalans Dragons took on Huddersfield Giants for in their last game of the Super League season meaning that the players could take their own children out as mascots, Michael Mcllorum took his dogs. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OqBHMX

Real Madrid's Bale to miss Moscow Champions League trip

Welshman Gareth Bale will miss Real Madrid's Champions League game at CSKA Moscow because of a thigh injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xRuiNb

Europe beat US to regain Ryder Cup

Open champion Francesco Molinari secures the winning point as Europe regain the Ryder Cup with victory over the United States in France. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IqVrut

Valverde wins men's road world title

Spain's Alejandro Valverde edges a sprint finish to win the men's race at the Road World Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2RcGgZN

Rangers beaten by Livingston, who move joint second in Scottish Premiership

Dolly Menga's strike gives Livingston victory over Rangers and a share of second place in the Scottish Premiership. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OqcYIs

Cristiano Ronaldo denies rape claim as 'fake news'

The Portuguese footballer responds to claims by a US woman that he raped her in Las Vegas in 2009. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QiLJwY

Pause, rewind & move forward: The inside track on Hoffenheim's novel training methods

The story of Hoffenheim's dramatic rise and unusual techniques as they prepare to face Manchester City. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NOBq73

Others bring children - but Catalans player brings dogs on to pitch for season finale

Catalans Dragons hooker Michael McIlorum takes to the pitch with his two Parson Russell Terriers for his side's Super League season finale. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OuaPMh

Lewis Hamilton wins in Russia after team orders

Lewis Hamilton wins Russian GP following team orders for his team-mate Valtteri Bottas and a clever on-track pass on Sebastian Vettel. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OmEQgN

Ana Carrasco wins world title to create motorbike history

Spain's Ana Carrasco wins the World Supersport 300 title in France to become the first female motorbike world champion. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zGuzUI

NRL Grand Final: Sydney Roosters spoil Melbourne Storm's Billy Slater farewell

The Sydney Roosters beat the Melbourne Storm to win the NRL Grand Final for the first time since 2013. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NbXkvC

China Open: World number one Simona Halep retires due to injury

World number one Simona Halep retires from the China Open in the first round due to injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P0qmAr

Is Mourinho's third-season syndrome a myth or is it happening again?

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

History-maker Jonathan Rea takes place among NI sporting greats

Jonathan Rea takes his place among the pantheon of Northern Ireland sporting greats after becoming the first rider to win four successive World Superbike titles. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2y1rXyF

Olympic diver Daley felt 'inferior' over sexuality

The Olympic diver also reveals becoming a parent has made him care less about winning Olympic gold. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OZv6WS

A cornershop taking on a supermarket - can "wiser" Huddersfield go global?

They have a partner in China and are using players' social media profiles to tap into global markets - how "wiser" Huddersfield are adapting in an attempt to survive. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nc9C7x

The best minutes-per-goal record in the Premier League - Sturridge's renaissance continues

Daniel Sturridge was playing against Chester when England beat Sweden at the World Cup but the striker appears to have rediscovered his best form at Liverpool. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xO5Ko9

Wayne Rooney: DC United forward scores two in 5-0 Montreal win

Ex-England captain Wayne Rooney scores twice - including a half-volley from 40 yards - as DC United beat Montreal Impact 5-0. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OZcaHQ

West Ham 3-1 Man Utd: Jose Mourinho says team are 'little bit fragile' and 'lacking confidence'

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho refers to the linesman and referee when saying mistakes were made to award West Ham with the first and third goals in his teams 3-1 loss from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xNhV4B

Man City 2-0 Brighton: Pep Guardiola thrilled with 'outstanding' Man City

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was thrilled with his team's 'outstanding' performance in their 2-0 win over Brighton at the Etihad Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IozQ5S

Huddersfield 0-2 Tottenham: Pochettino praises Spurs for winning 'difficult game'

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says Spurs did well to take home three points against a 'physical' Huddersfield Town. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ra7bWe

Arsenal 2-0 Watford: Unai Emery says Arsenal's patience helped them to victory

Arsenal boss Unai Emery says his side's patience helped them improve and earn a late 2-0 victory over Watford at the Emirates Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xIF7kA

Everton 3-0 Fulham: Everton were different in the second half - Silva

Everton boss Marco Silva said his side followed his half-time instruction 'to be more aggressive' as they put in an improved second-half performance to beat Fulham 3-0 from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IoIwcs

Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-0 Southampton: Nuno Espirito Santo happy with team's work ethic

Wolverhampton Wanderers boss Nuno Espirito Santo praises his players' work ethic after beating Southampton 2-0 at Molineux. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2y2XcJk

Rugby Championship: New Zealand beat Argentina to lift trophy for sixth time

New Zealand win the Rugby Championship for the sixth time with a 35-17 victory over Argentina in Buenos Aires. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DHuiEW

Blue Jays drop penultimate game of season to Rays

C.J. Cron and Austin Meadows homered and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 on Saturday night, though Blake Snell failed to win his 10th straight start. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2xUJwBh

Yankees' Sabathia appeals 5-game ban for hitting Rays' Sucre with pitch

New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia has been suspended five games for hitting Tampa Bay catcher Jesus Sucre, a penalty that was set to take effect at the start of next season. Sabathia has appealed the ban that was issued Saturday by Major League Baseball. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2xLWlO9

Are Ferrari beginning to fall apart? Team orders for Mercedes? All you need to know about Russian GP

Mercedes new aero package shocks Ferrari, but all is not lost in Russia - there's a first corner, and some politics, to navigate. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DDgGul

Bale goes off injured as Madrid derby ends goalless

Real Madrid fail to win for a second straight game and miss the chance to go top of La Liga as they draw with city rivals Atletico Madrid. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qk0KP3

South Africa dig in to defeat Australia in Rugby Championship

South Africa withstand fierce second-half pressure from Australia to win 23-12 in a tense Rugby Championship meeting in Port Elizabeth. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xMwiX0

Yankees set MLB home run mark on Gleyber Torres' blast vs. Red Sox

New York Yankees' shortstop Gleyber Torres homered off Boston starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez in the fourth inning on Saturday, claiming a Major League Baseball record with their 265th home run of the season. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2DH4GIi

Five assists in 124 minutes - Sancho on form again as Dortmund go top

Jadon Sancho sets up two goals as Borussia Dortmund come from 2-0 to beat Bayer Leverkusen and move top of the Bundesliga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zEixec

La Liga: Fans injured as stand collapses during Eibar-Sevilla game

Two supporters are carried away on stretchers and two others suffer minor injuries after part of a stand collapses in Sevilla's win at Eibar. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NQN6X3

Chelsea 1-1 Liverpool: Maurizio Sarri says draw was 'right result'

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says a draw was "the right result" as his side strike late to snatch a point against Liverpool. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xNW25o

Liverpool snatch late draw at Chelsea with Sturridge stunner

Substitute Daniel Sturridge scores a stunning equaliser a minute from time as Liverpool snatch a draw at Chelsea in the Premier League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qejkbe

Chelsea 1-1 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp hails 'outstanding' equaliser from Daniel Sturridge

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says Daniel Sturridge's late equaliser was an "outstanding" end to the Reds' "spectacular" 1-1 draw with Chelsea. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QiQNBj

Ligue 1: Nice 0-3 Paris St-Germain: Neymar scores twice for visitors

Neymar scores twice as Ligue 1 champions Paris St-Germain maintain their 100% winning start with a comfortable victory over 10-man Nice. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OjTHZo

Juventus beat rivals Napoli 3-1 for seventh Serie A win in row

Juventus make it seven wins in a row at the start of the Serie A season after coming from behind to beat second-placed Napoli. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IouuaG

Danish FA and players' union reach agreement after commercial rights dispute

The Danish FA and the country's players' union reach a new collective agreement for the men's senior international team. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QfA02f

Premier League results: Man Utd beaten by West Ham but Spurs, Man City & Arsenal win

Manchester United match their worst start in 29 years but Tottenham, Arsenal and Manchester City all win. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zFCQbr

Barca held by Athletic Bilbao for third league game without win

Champions Barcelona stretch their winless run in La Liga to three games after being held by Athletic Bilbao. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xL0Zfi

Russell Martin to manage in Gibbons' final game with Blue Jays: reports

In his final game as Toronto Blue Jays manager on Sunday, John Gibbons will give way to veteran catcher Russell Martin, who is expected to fill out the Blue Jays lineup, handle all in-game moves and speak with the media. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2xLu5v3

Kane double gives Spurs victory at winless Huddersfield

Harry Kane scores twice as Tottenham beat Huddersfield to keep the winless Terriers bottom of the Premier League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QlcgtJ

Sterling & Aguero strikes send Man City top

Goals from Raheem Sterling and Sergio Aguero send Manchester City top of the Premier League with victory over Brighton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NK9kK2

World Road Championships: Anna van der Breggen takes dominant gold in women's race

Anna van der Breggen of the Netherlands takes a crushing victory in the women's race at the Road World Championships in Innsbruck, Austria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DOEM5A

Man Utd have 'big decisions to make' after loss at West Ham - Ferdinand

Manchester United "have big decisions" to make about the future of manager Jose Mourinho, says former defender Rio Ferdinand. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OojEqw

Lewis Hamilton beaten to Russian GP pole by Valtteri Bottas

Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas takes pole position for Sunday's Russian GP, with Hamilton second. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R4ra8N

Man Utd record worst start for 29 years with defeat at West Ham

Jose Mourinho's Manchester United suffer their worst league start for 29 years as they are beaten 3-1 at West Ham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NK9q4m

Signed by Bayern Munich at 18, playing in England's ninth tier at 25

Former Bayern Munich winger Dale Jennings is given a chance to re-start his career by non-league side Runcorn Town. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NafYV1

'The first three months were miserable' - Robertson reflects on Liverpool start

Andrew Robertson tells Football Focus he was "miserable" for his first three months at Liverpool as the defender adapted to life under manager Jurgen Klopp. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OYbVwC

Europe extend lead over US at Ryder Cup to 8-4

Europe win three of Saturday morning's four matches to open an 8-4 lead over the United States in the Ryder Cup at Le Golf National, France. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qjfm0X

World champion Sagan extends Bora-Hansgrohe deal

Defending world road race champion Peter Sagan extends his contract with the Bora-Hansgrohe team. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N7lOXb

West Coast Eagles win first AFL Grand Final since 2006

The West Coast Eagles claim their first Australian Football League championship since 2006 by edging out the Collingwood Magpies in Saturday's Grand Final in Melbourne. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2y2pcNd

Daniil Kvyat: Toro Rosso return for Russian driver

Daniil Kvyat is to make a remarkable return to Red Bull's junior team a year after being dropped from the drinks company's driver roster. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NRzsTu

Ryder Cup scores and Saturday's morning line-ups

Final scores from the first day, and line-ups for the second day of the Ryder Cup from Le Golf National, Paris. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OUBxKP

Randal Grichuk's bases clearing triple leads Blue Jays over Rays

Grichuk's bases clearing triple in the 7th inning was the difference in Toronto's 7-6 win over the Tampa Bay Rays from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2QhL8eT

Blue Jays rally for win over Rays as season winds down

Randal Grichuk hit a pinch-hit, three-run triple and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-6 Friday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Nc4VL3

India beat Bangladesh in Asia Cup final

Kedar Jadhav takes India to a thrilling final-ball victory over Bangladesh in the final of the Asia Cup in Dubai. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NN0Ulo

Roberto Firmino: Steven Gerrard says forward is 'the key' to Liverpool

Roberto Firmino is "the key" to Liverpool's "best squad for a very long time", says former captain Steven Gerrard. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NOvECn

World Boxing Super Series final: Callum Smith knocks out George Groves

Callum Smith knocks out fellow Briton George Groves to take the WBA super-middleweight title and win the World Boxing Super Series. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xMan2e

Hertha Berlin 2-0 Bayern Munich: Bayern's unbeaten start ends

Bundesliga champions and leaders Bayern Munich are beaten for the first time this season, losing 2-0 at Hertha Berlin. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OfHd55

Former Italian PM Berlusconi buys Italian lower-league club

Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi returns to football ownership by buying third-division Monza. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zDxVaY

Eden Hazard: Chelsea forward can be best in the world, says manager Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard can be the best player in the world if he reaches his full potential, says manager Maurizio Sarri. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R8r3ZD

Benjamin Mendy: Pep Guardiola speaks to left-back over lateness

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he has spoken to Benjamin Mendy after the injured left-back turned up late to a treatment session. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NaZ5cR

Cheltenham reunited with original Gold Cup

Cheltenham Racecourse is reunited with its original Gold Cup and will present the 94-year-old trophy to winners from 2019. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zCRArn

The 'impressive' lengths kids go to get shirts? - Comedy Premier League Show round-up

Comedian Rhys James brings his own unique take to the Premier League's main talking points - this week he thinks children should work harder on the signs they make to try and get Premier League starts to give them their shirts. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xYqBED

Andy Murray beaten by Fernando Verdasco at Shenzhen Open

Andy Murray's progress in the Shenzhen Open is ended with a straight-set defeat by fifth seed Fernando Verdasco. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2InJoOl

Slaven Bilic: Former West Ham boss named new Al-Ittihad manager

Former West Ham boss Slaven Bilic is appointed the new manager of Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zCxPAb

Paul Pogba: Man Utd manager Jose Mourinho says there is no confrontation

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho insists his relationship with midfielder Paul Pogba is good and that there was no confrontation during training. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OVyDp9

England's Taylor to miss Women's World T20

England wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor will miss the Women's World Twenty20 in the Caribbean as part of the ongoing management of her anxiety. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xZZMQj

Spectator hit in face by wayward Koepka shot

A spectator is taken to hospital after being struck in the face by a wayward Brooks Koepka shot on the first day of the Ryder Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IqIMI8

Hamilton fastest in Russia as Ferrari struggle

Lewis Hamilton heads a Mercedes one-two in second practice at the Russian Grand Prix, as title rival Sebastian Vettel struggles. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zCWHbe

Sophie Wright: From two heart operations to the World Championships

After two heart operations which left career in the balance, British cyclist Sophie Wright takes part in Saturday' World Road Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NOB2VW

Pogba will play at West Ham but no player is bigger than club - Mourinho

Paul Pogba will play for Manchester United at West Ham on Saturday but boss Jose Mourinho has warned that "no player is bigger than the club". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QgZ0Gh

Ryder Cup: US win Friday fourballs to lead Europe after first session

The United States win Friday morning's opening session at the Ryder Cup 3-1 to quieten the European crowd in France. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xRq4nO

Sam Curran: England all-rounder rewarded with Test central contract

Surrey all-rounder Sam Curran is awarded his first England Test central contract after making his international debut in the summer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OiQj0V

Williams to miss China Open & season could be over

Serena Williams will miss the China Open and may not play again this season after her controversial US Open final defeat by Naomi Osaka. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OiOVeJ

How much would you pay to watch a sporting climax? NBA to allow fans to buy last quarter of match

NBA fans will be able to purchase the last quarter of games for just $1.99 (£1.52) through the new League Pass. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OT9RG9

Vettel fastest in Russian GP first practice

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel sets the pace in first practice at the Russian Grand Prix, a race he really needs to win to revive his title hopes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QgnjUO

England women up to third in Fifa world rankings

England have climbed to third in the Fifa women's world rankings, overtaking next year's World Cup hosts France. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xKJf3E

Newcastle United: Have the 'Mike Ashley Generation' had enough?

BBC Sport travels to Newcastle to find out what's life is like supporting The Magpies under the ownership of businessman Mike Ashley, who has been the subject of unrest from fans. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DzyTsw

'This course is made for the Yates brothers' - Boardman's guide to World Championship road race

British former Olympic cycling champion Chris Boardman previews the UCI Road World Championship road races. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zCN5x5

Haas retain Grosjean and Magnussen for 2019

Romain Grosjean and Kevin Magnussen will remain the driver line-up for Haas for the 2019 Formula 1 season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R4bLVT

Billy Joe Saunders: Middleweight world champion says he is a clean fighter after adverse drugs test

British WBO middleweight world champion Billy Joe Saunders says he is a "clean fighter to the bone" following an adverse drugs test. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IrgltD

Wimbledon could be willing to rethink on-court coaching - chairman

Wimbledon could be willing to rethink its approach to on-court coaching, says chairman Philip Brook. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qe81zN

Glasgow City 0-1 Somatio Barcelona (agg 2-1): City reach Champions League last 16

Glasgow City qualify for the last 16 of the Women's Champions League despite losing at home to Somatio Barcelona. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Il0SLw

Kenya athletics: Wada report finds no evidence of institutional doping

Kenya shows no signs of operating an "institutionalised" doping system, says a World Anti-Doping Agency report after a two-year study. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R1tDkp

Premier League Show: Chris Hughton laments 'huge diversity imbalance'

Chris Hughton discusses diversity in football and admits there is "a huge imbalance" in the game that needs to be addressed. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QfM6Zk

Paul Pogba & Jose Mourinho: What now for Man Utd midfielder and manager?

Could Paul Pogba be on his way out of Manchester United? If he does leave, where will he end up? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zzNGiZ

Russian Grand Prix: Sebastian Vettel says he has a 'fair chance' of title win

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel says he still has "a fair chance" of catching Lewis Hamilton in their title battle. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NJ4pcl

Premier League predictions: Lawro v comedian Karl Pilkington

BBC Sport football pundit Mark Lawrenson takes on comedian Karl Pilkington to predict this weekend's Premier League results. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DIroj0

Callum Smith v George Groves: How will boxing fare in the Middle East?

Callum Smith and George Groves will contest the final of the World Boxing Super Series in Jeddah on Friday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R4zHs3

Ryder Cup 2018: Tiger Woods to face Francesco Molinari in opening fourballs

Americans Tiger Woods and Patrick Reed will face Europe's Francesco Molinari and Tommy Fleetwood in the opening fourballs at the Ryder Cup in France. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OREhIR

David Beckham will not face speeding prosecution

Celebrity lawyer Nick Freeman successfully fights the speeding allegation on a technicality. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DzQ2SZ

George Groves - Saudi title defence my defining moment

WBA super-middleweight world champion George Groves says beating Callum Smith in the World Boxing Super Series final in Saudi Arabia would be the pinnacle of his career. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xTGJaC

Sir Patrick Stewart confident Huddersfield will be fine

Actor and lifelong Huddersfield Town fan Sir Patrick Stewart is adamant the Terriers will be fine in the Premier League this season despite their poor start. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qehffv

10 years without a world title - what happened to Ferrari?

From an inherent conservatism to the radical creatives, Ferrari are trying everything to win titles again - they need to crack on, mind. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DBizYx

Andy Murray beats David Goffin to reach Shenzhen Open quarter-finals

Andy Murray beats world number 11 David Goffin - his highest-ranked opponent since returning from hip surgery - to reach the Shenzhen Open quarter-finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zzvvtQ

Euro 2024: Germany beats Turkey to host tournament

Germany beats Turkey to host Euro 2024 after a vote by Uefa's executive committee on Thursday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R2dif0

Marsh's 'lineage' cited after all-rounder named an Australia vice-captain

All-rounder Mitchell Marsh's "lineage" is a reason why he has been named as one of Australia's new Test vice-captains, according to selector Trevor Hohns. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ImCXeC

London Stadium owners spend £4m on legal fees against tenants West Ham

Owners of the London Stadium spend £4m of taxpayers' money in legal fees in three years against tenants West Ham, it has been revealed. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R0AU3X

Ronaldo available to play Man Utd in Champions League

Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo is suspended for one Champions League match following his red card against Valencia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NHDygI

Aaron Ramsey: Arsenal midfielder fails to agree new contract

Talks break down between Arsenal and midfielder Aaron Ramsey over a new contract with the club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N8l3gB

Uefa to choose between Germany & Turkey for Euro 2024

Germany and Turkey will find out on Thursday which of them has won the right to host Euro 2024. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nt8kKq

Champions League: VAR to be introduced in 2019-20 season

Video assistant referees (VAR) will be used in the Champions League from the 2019-20 season, Uefa has announced. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OluxJI

'I've missed this' - Casey enjoying Ryder Cup 'vibes'

A decade after he last featured at a Ryder Cup, Paul Casey is determined to "play his heart out" and remember the experience at Le Golf National. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zzvW7C

To have it taken away from you is horrible - Wigan's Davies on enforced retirement

Wigan Warriors forward Macauley Davies reflects on the diagnosis that meant he was forced to retire at the age of 22. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xHReOT

Vincent Kompany: Manchester City captain pledges to help city's homeless

Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany will donate all profits from his testimonial match to the city's homeless. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DxXYUJ

Ryder Cup 2018: European underdogs out to tame US superstars at Le Golf National

The US pairings feel natural and look dangerous but Europe will again be hoping to prove the Ryder Cup seldom follows easy logic, writes Tom Fordyce. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QWJNvj

Trugo: A bizarre sport unique to Melbourne

Invented by the city's railway workers, trugo is a mix of croquet, golf, lawn bowls and the hammer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xGcFzQ

Ironman athlete Lucy Charles on why she loves triathlon

Ironman triathlete Lucy Charles gives us an insight into why she wishes she got into triathlon sooner. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q9ZDkK

Bob Elliott's Baseball: John Gibbons, Willie Nelson and me

The amiable and decent John Gibbons has left an indelible impression on Toronto after 11 seasons - in two stints - as manager of the Blue Jays. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2zxpXzP

Blue Jays give John Gibbons a win in his final game in Toronto

Rookie catcher Reese McGuire hit his first major league home run on Wednesday, and the Blue Jays defeated the Houston Astros 3-1 in John Gibbons' final home game as Toronto's manager. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2QaWq4t

Juventus make best start to a season in 88 years

Serie A leaders Juventus beat Bologna to claim a seventh straight win, their best start to a season in 88 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OSOLYk

Real miss chance to go top of La Liga with heavy loss at Sevilla

Real Madrid are thrashed by Sevilla as they and Barcelona lose a La Liga game on the same day for the first time since 2015. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xR4YGb

World Cup Pussy Riot pitch invader blames Russia for poisoning

The activist says only "Russian secret services" could have poisoned him "so professionally". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xEoAyi

Cavani & Neymar score as PSG win seventh consecutive league game

Champions Paris St-Germain beat Reims to become only the fourth French side to win the first seven matches of a top-flight season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xRQplY

Alli scores winning penalty as Tottenham beat Watford in shootout

Tottenham reach the last 16 of the Carabao Cup as they beat Watford in a penalty shootout in Milton Keynes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OgoWo5

Arsenal 3-1 Brentford: Danny Welbeck double sends Gunners through

Danny Welbeck scores twice to send Arsenal into the fourth round of the Carabao Cup with victory over Championship side Brentford. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OO1Ylb

Bangladesh beat Pakistan to set up Asia Cup final with India

Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 37 runs to set up a meeting with defending champions India in the Asia Cup final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2y151j5

Man City knocked out of Women's Champions League by Atletico

Manchester City are knocked out of the Women's Champions League at the round of 32 stage as they lost to Atletico Madrid. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xSIo03

Barcelona concede twice in 68 seconds to lose to bottom team in Spain

Barcelona lose for the first time this season after bottom-of-the-table Leganes come from behind to pull off a sensational victory. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MYi4XT

Men and women to race together in team relay at 2019 Road World Championships

Men and women will race together for their nations for the first time in the 2019 Road World Championships in Yorkshire. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NHnpb3

Watch: John Gibbons expected to announce his departure from Blue Jays

Watch live at 1 p.m. ET as Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons addresses reporters at the Rogers Centre, where the team is expected to announce he won't return for the 2019 season. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2zvmxh3

England prop Marler to retire from international rugby

England prop Joe Marler is set to retire from international rugby at the age of 28 for personal reasons. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xEhJVc

FA sex abuse inquiry: Delay in independent review

The independent review into child sex abuse allegations in football is delayed indefinitely because of the Bob Higgins retrial and further charges in the Barry Bennell case. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zwIqN9

Paul Pogba & Jose Mourinho: Where do Manchester United go from here?

All eye are on Paul Pogba and Jose Mourinho. Has there been a falling out? And where do Manchester United go from here? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xTTykX

'Be patient - Tottenham's stadium will be the greatest ever built'

As Spurs prepare to play Watford 50 miles away at MK Dons, the chief engineer working on their new stadium says it will be the "greatest ever built". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ORFjV6

Indonesia suspends top-flight football after fan dies at match

The Indonesian FA suspends its top football league after a fan died at a match between rival teams. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zvHEA5

Britain & Argentina get Davis Cup wildcards

Great Britain and Argentina are awarded wildcards for next year's revamped Davis Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q7aw6S

Two hat-tricks in two days as Somerset close in on victory

Craig Overton takes a hat-trick - the second by a Somerset bowler in two days - as they close in on victory over Nottinghamshire. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ORNzoe

Elliott, 15, takes tests at school then makes debut as Fulham beat Millwall

Harvey Elliott, 15, becomes Fulham's youngest player as they beat Millwall in the Carabao Cup, having had a school exam earlier in the day. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zudLQu

'Time is of the essence' - Russia asks athletics chiefs to lift ban

The Russia Athletic Federation calls on governing body the IAAF to lift its ban on its athletes and has launched a legal challenge to overturn it. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DHZILx

Europe would be silly to focus on Woods - McIlroy

Rory McIlroy says it would be "silly" for Europe's Ryder Cup team to focus on one player when it comes to the threat posed by American Tiger Woods. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N41HJ8

In Real Life: 'Aggressive', 'late', 'showboats' - typical 5-a-side players

We look at some of the typical 5-a-side football players who step out onto the pitch every week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OSVbqn

Who will top the podium at the Russian Grand Prix?

Singapore was magical for Lewis Hamilton and now a 40-point lead is his to lose. Predict your podium top three in Russia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NEdSl5

Diabetes nearly killed me, says Paralympic gold medallist Fox

Paralympic gold medallist Jonathan Fox says he was left fighting for his life in the weeks leading to a type 1 diabetes diagnosis. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2R1EiLA

Murray through to face Goffin at Shenzhen Open

Andy Murray reaches the second round of the Shenzhen Open in China after his opponent Zhang Zhizhen retires. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N26vPk

'Migrants working on construction of new city before 2022 World Cup left unpaid'

Dozens of migrants working on the city hosting the final of the 2022 Qatar World Cup have been unpaid for months, Amnesty International said. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N2PiVV

Ryder Cup 2018: Can you name the top American and European points scorers in Ryder Cup history?

One European and one US player have chances to become their respective team's highest Ryder Cup points scorers this week - who are they and the players around them? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OLSlU1

'Mum says the highs aren't worth the one low, she's probably right' - Smith ready for Groves

Callum Smith talks about the highs and lows of his career as he prepares for his WBA world super-middleweight title fight against George Groves. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QWeYGV

When Steven Gerrard's 'old man' costume fooled everyone

In his latest BBC Radio 5 live podcast, Peter Crouch reminisces about a Liverpool fancy-dress Christmas party. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MZc7tK

Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer reaches 300 strikeouts for season

Nationals right-hander Max Scherzer has become the 17th major league pitcher since 1900 to strike out at least 300 batters in a season. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2ztX4EN

Mourinho 'at war with his players' - Keown

Martin Keown says that Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho "seems to be at war with his players" after the Carabao Cup defeat at home to Derby. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xSM1CW

Has Tiger Woods ever suffered from trying too hard?

14-time major winner Tiger Woods says it's "great to be part" of the young American Ryder Cup team. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OQc05p

Blue Jays pitcher Aaron Sanchez undergoes surgery on right index finger

Blue Jays pitcher Aaron Sanchez had surgery on his right index finger on Tuesday, officially bringing his disappointing season to an end. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2OSeCj8

Foden scores first Man City goal in win at Oxford

Teenager Phil Foden scores his first Manchester City goal as they beat League One Oxford United in the Carabao Cup third round. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xAs30v

Mignolet to start as Liverpool rest Alisson v Chelsea

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's EFL Cup game between Liverpool and Chelsea. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Oc621J

Afghanistan v India: Asia Cup match ends in tie

Afghanistan bowled India out off the penultimate ball of the game to earn a thrilling tie in the Asia Cup in Dubai. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xyAObB

Swiss suspected Chelsea owner Abramovich to be a ‘threat’

Swiss police reportedly suspected the Russian, who denies wrongdoing, of involvement with criminality. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OemIW8

Formula 1: Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says big championship lead is 'no comfort'

Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff says he takes "no comfort" from Lewis Hamilton's 40-point lead over title rival Sebastian Vettel heading into the Russian Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NCuXff

Fifa agrees to limit number of loan deals teams can make

Fifa agrees to limit the number of players a club can loan out each season to prevent stockpiling talent for "commercial exploitation". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NEAeTP

Man Utd: Jose Mourinho says Paul Pogba will not captain club again

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says midfielder Paul Pogba will not captain the club again, BBC Sport understands. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xyaHBB

Tigers' employee charged with spitting on pizza

A 20-year-old food service worker at Comerica Park in Detroit has been charged after a video was posted online that appeared to show him spitting on a pizza intended for customers during a Major League Baseball game. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2O9FoGQ

Six-time world player of the year Marta an 'inspiration' to female footballers

The Brazilian striker wins best female at the Best Fifa Football Awards for the sixth time. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NG50vg

Highly-rated Lyon youngster Diop chooses Spain over Senegal

Lyon midfielder Pape Cheikh Diop pledges his international allegiance to Spain over his birthplace Senegal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Dw93Wr

Frank Lampard: Jose Mourinho will 'spawn a lot of managers'

Derby County manager Frank Lampard says a lot of Jose Mourinho's former players will become managers. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xNR3Rb

'You will find Mourinho's players managing everywhere' - Lampard relishing reunion with ex-boss

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's EFL Cup game between Manchester United and Derby County. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QTvcR4

Antonio Giovinazzi: Italian to partner Kimi Raikkonen at Sauber next season

Sauber sign Italian Antonio Giovinazzi to partner Kimi Raikkonen next season, with Marcus Ericsson becoming the team's third driver. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2N1cx2T

Former Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna's assault case returns to Toronto court

Former Blue Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna's assault case returns to court today in Toronto. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2ztaiSj

Man Utd's revenues hit record high

The football club says earnings were boosted by money from TV rights - with more expected next year. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q4iYDY

Real Madrid's Isco diagnosed with acute appendicitis

Real Madrid forward Isco has been diagnosed with acute appendicitis and is set to have an operation. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IcLBfw

Daniel Cousin confirmed as sole Gabon coach after Aubameyang announcement

The Gabon Football Federation confirms that former international Daniel Cousin will be the new coach of the national team on his own. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q2X6co

Real Madrid won't be forced to play La Liga game abroad

Real Madrid do not have to play a game abroad if they don't want to, according to La Liga, after the club "outright rejected" plans to stage a game in the USA. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DtCZ5G

Europe v US - how do the Ryder Cup teams compare?

Europe and the United States are set to go head-to-head in Paris - but which team has the advantage? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DBqNzA

Ryder Cup 2018: The feeling on the first tee is hard to explain - Poulter

European Ryder Cup veteran Ian Poulter says it is "hard to explain" the feeling you have when playing off the first tee in a Ryder Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IcxbMq

Best Fifa Football Awards: Can anyone make sense of them?

Was Salah's goal really the best? And why was best keeper winner David de Gea not in the Best XI? BBC Sport tries to unravel the Fifa Football Awards. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q3R1My

Keane, Giggs & Scholes prepare to take part in Miller tribute game

The Liam Miller tribute will be played in Cork on Tuesday afternoon as former team-mates remember the late midfielder. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xNnIX8

Poulter 'inspired' by Woods on Ryder Cup return from 'low of lows'

Ian Poulter calls Tiger Woods' comeback "inspirational" as the Englishman prepares to return to Europe's Ryder Cup team from the "low of lows" two years ago. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QVM21O

'LA move is for basketball, not movies' - LeBron James on his Lakers switch

LeBron James says his move to Los Angeles Lakers was for basketball reasons - and nothing to do with his Hollywood career. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ObAw3M

Russian Grand Prix: Verstappen turns 21 with a rapper & engine penalty

Max Verstappen comes of age in Russia with a rapper, a possible birthday wish from Vladimir Putin and an unfortunate engine penalty. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Duy7x4

Smash! Andy Murray drops commemorative plate in Shenzhen

The former world number one took to social media to share the awkward moment. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xNjPBv

'You will always be my hero' - Calzaghe's tribute to late father Enzo

In a heartfelt tribute, Joe Calzaghe says his boxing success would not have been possible without late father and trainer Enzo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xD7pNf

Osuna earns save in return to Rogers Centre as Astros edge Jays

Roberto Osuna pitched the ninth inning to earn the save in his return to Rogers Centre, and the Houston Astros inched closer to securing the American League West by beating the Blue Jays 5-3 on Monday in the first game of Toronto's final home series of the season. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2O8dt9Z

Ellie Soutter Foundation 'can end vicious cycle around athletes' funding'

The father of British snowboarder Ellie Soutter hopes a foundation set up in her memory will help end the "vicious cycle" around athletes' funding. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O7Ls2j

Premier League: How are teams doing compared with same fixtures last season?

BBC Sport provides the statistics that will help you decide whether your Premier League side are performing better or worse than last season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xJpKHZ

Sanchez may face Man Utd exit if he does not improve - Wright

Alexis Sanchez might be sold by Manchester United at the end of the season if his form does not improve, Ian Wright tells BBC Radio 5 live. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q0ukZO

'What were the alternatives?' - Wada head Reedie responds to Russia decision critics

Wada president Sir Craig Reedie responds to critics of the controversial decision to reinstate Russia, asking what they would have done differently. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pxO5N3

Elba faces tough crowd at Fifa awards but was fashion the real victim?

The Best Fifa Football Awards turned into a tough gig for star actor Idris Elba, but the fashion choices of some players also caught the eye. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Dt5RuR

John Mitchell: England's new defence coach says commuting from South Africa is no issue

John Mitchell says his decision to remain living in South Africa will not affect his duties as England's new defence coach. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IdmclQ

Luka Modric named best male player at Best Fifa Football Awards

Real Madrid Luka Modric is named the world's best male player at the Best Fifa Football Awards in London. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zqAUTP

Middlesex appoint West Indies' Law as new head coach

Middlesex appoint Stuart Law as their new head coach, with the Australian leaving his position as West Indies boss in December. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O5wNEZ

Tony Bellew: I'd fight King Kong if I were allowed

Tony Bellew says undisputed cruiserweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk could be his final opponent because he is a "danger to himself". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IefOL6

Ryder Cup captains on Tiger Woods - 'We want to see him at the top'

Europe Ryder Cup captain Thomas Bjorn and US captain Jim Furyk discuss Tiger Woods' form after his first win in five years at the Tour Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zqe5zR

Ryder Cup 2018: European team doesn't fear the United States

Ryder Cup captain Thomas Bjorn says there is nothing for Team Europe to fear as they prepare to lock horns with arguably the USA's strongest ever team. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ObEoBM

Watch as 7-year-old Malea Emma stuns MLS crowd with national anthem

Watch as seven-year-old Malea Emma stuns the crowd with her rendition of the American national anthem before the LA Galaxy's 3-0 win over Seattle Sounders in MLS. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QUZvHe

Ryder Cup: US team 'one of the strongest' says Europe captain Thomas Bjorn

Europe face "one of the strongest American teams of all time" at the Ryder Cup but "do not fear anyone", says Europe captain Thomas Bjorn. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Dr1LTM

Tony Bellew v Oleksandr Usyk: Briton says he has punch to stop undefeated 'monster'

Tony Bellew believes he has the punch to beat undisputed cruiserweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk - despite calling him a "monster". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xKreBx

NFL week three review: Patriots a pale imitation, Brees & Mahomes break records

Tom Brady can do nothing to save the New England Patriots from back-to-back losses, while the Buffalo Bills produce the upset of the week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zqy3KC

Ballon d'Or: France Football magazine to present award to best female player

A Ballon d'Or for the best female player of the year will be awarded for the first time at the end of 2018. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q11oAL

'I don't understand why he said that' - Williams responds to coach's claims

Serena Williams says she wants to move on from her controversial US Open final and does not understand why her coach says he was sending her signals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q0bW34

Cricket Australia closes investigation into Moeen's 'Osama' complaint

An investigation into a claim that England all-rounder Moeen Ali was called 'Osama' by an Australia player in the 2015 Ashes is closed. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zpQ63M

'We're a step behind Liverpool' - Chelsea boss Sarri before sides meet twice this week

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says his side are "a step behind" Premier League leaders Liverpool ahead of the teams' two meetings in the next week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QRFYHw

Pogba says Man Utd must 'attack, attack, attack' at home

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba says he wants the team to be able to "attack, attack, attack" when they play at home. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xJweGQ

NFL: Efe Obada makes dream start to NFL career with Carolina Panthers

Briton Efe Obada makes a dream start to his NFL playing career in his first game for the Carolina Panthers, who beat the Cincinnati Bengals 31-21. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ONPJoK

Federer and Zverev win singles as Europe retain Laver Cup

Alexander Zverev beats Kevin Anderson as Team Europe complete victory over Team World on the final day of the Laver Cup in Chicago. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2I7ciCh

Everton: Marco Silva's side lack a striker but are too strong to struggle - Phil Neville

Phil Neville says Everton fans are probably starting to realise what life will be like under Marco Silva - open, expansive football, but conceding goals too. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OIKZAY

Pique rescues point for Barcelona against Girona

Gerard Pique rescues Barcelona in a pulsating Catalan derby against Girona after Clement Lenglet is shown a red card at the Nou Camp. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NXgWsb

Tiger Woods wins Tour Championship as Justin Rose secures FedEx Cup

Tiger Woods wins the season-ending Tour Championship to claim his first victory in five years, while Justin Rose secures the FedEx Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O5uuSh

De Gea is in again - but who else makes Garth Crooks' team of the week?

Who was running riot at the Cardiff City Stadium and who has put their personal issues behind them? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xy1IjT

Ronaldo scores as Juve keep up perfect start

Cristiano Ronaldo strikes nine minutes from time to break Frosinone's resistance and help Juventus maintain their 100% start to the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zoDERR

Real Madrid's Perez 'outright rejects' La Liga's USA plans

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez "outright rejects" La Liga's plans to stage a game in the USA. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DqCNnG

Claduio Ranieri beats Carlo Ancelotti in best Italian Premier League manager vote

With Maurizio Sarri's Chelsea impressing this season, we asked who you think is the best Italian to manage in the Premier League - and the results are in. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2psNqwe

Angelo Mathews: Sri Lankan sacked as limited-overs captain before England tour

Sri Lanka's cricket board sacks limited-overs captain Angelo Mathews after their exit from the Asia Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ONqu5V

Tuilagi & Youngs out of England camp with injury

England's training camp in Bristol has been hit by injuries to Leicester centre Manu Tuilagi and scrum-half Ben Youngs. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zp6TUC

Celtic fans should be alarmed by worst start in 20 years - Rodgers

Celtic fans should be "alarmed" by the side's slow start to the Premiership season, says manager Brendan Rodgers. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pv7gXO

Cron's 2 RBI guide Rays past Blue Jays

C.J. Cron was 2 for 4, with a solo homer and an RBI double in Tampa's 5-2 win over Toronto. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2PU72EW

Snell picks up MLB-leading 21st win as Rays top Blue Jays

Blake Snell came out on top of a pitchers duel against Ryan Borucki, winning his MLB-leading 21st game as the Tampa Bay Rays downed the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2 on Sunday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2O2zYgE

Choupo-Moting follows appearance at Liverpool with first PSG goal

Former Stoke City forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scores his first Paris St-Germain goal as they win at Rennes. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PWjfsA

Red Star Belgrade draw 1-1 at Partizan in Eternal Derby

Red Star Belgrade come from a goal down to draw at Partizan in what is considered one European football's most bitter rivalries. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MUW5Bb

MotoGP: Marc Marquez gets the better of Andrea Dovizioso to win in Aragon

World champion Marc Marquez gets back to winning ways with victory in his home MotoGP race in Aragon, Spain. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xMjVcu

Arsenal 2-0 Everton: Unai Emery delight at 'very important' win for Gunners

Arsenal manager Unai Emery is delighted with his side's "very important" 2-0 Premier League win over Everton at the Emirates. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2I636y1

West Ham 0-0 Chelsea: Blues must improve quickly - Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri admits his side did not play well as they dropped their first points of the season after drawing 0-0 away at West Ham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QTYlfg

Arsenal 2-0 Everton: Second goal was clearly offside - Marco Silva

Everton boss Marco Silva is disappointed his side came away from the Emirates with no points after losing 2-0, especially as Arsenal's second goal looked "clearly" offside. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PZ4i9d

West Ham 0-0 Chelsea: Manuel Pellegrini rues Hammer's missed chances

West Ham boss Manuel Pellegrini is disappointed his side weren't more clinical in front of goal after missing three clear chances in their 0-0 draw at home to Chelsea. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OJpFLr

Asia Cup 2018: India thrash Pakistan as Shikhar Dhawan & Rohit Sharma share big stand

Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan share an opening partnership of 210 as India thrash Pakistan for the second time at the Asia Cup in Dubai. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2puSLDp

Blue Jays' Gurriel Jr. expecting a 'little competition' in matchup with brother

On Monday, the Gurriel brothers will face each other for the first time as the Blue Jays open their final home series, a three-game set against the Houston Astros. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2QQzqcd

Paul Pogba: Man Utd midfielder misunderstood - France coach Didier Deschamps

France boss Didier Deschamps says the perception of Manchester United's World Cup-winner Paul Pogba as "individualistic" is wrong. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zotNeI

England futsal: England lose 4-0 to Croatia at St George's Park

England's futsal team lose 4-0 to Croatia in the first of two international friendlies at St George's Park. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MXKzom

Lacazette & Aubameyang earn Arsenal win over Everton

Two goals in three second-half minutes give Arsenal victory over Everton and take them up to sixth in the Premier League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QT34h8

Portugal Masters: Tom Lewis wins first title since 2011 with three-shot victory

England's Tom Lewis claims his first European Tour victory since 2011 by winning the Portugal Masters by three shots. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DnoPTB

Rangers thump St Johnstone to go second

Dominant Rangers cruise to a 5-1 victory over St Johnstone and move up to second place in the Scottish Premiership. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pv60E5

Celtic beaten by injury-time Kilmarnock strike

Stuart Findlay's stoppage-time header earns Kilmarnock a dramatic comeback win over Scottish Premiership champions Celtic. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OKVALu

Chelsea drop first points of season in draw at West Ham

Chelsea drop points for the first time this season after a frustrating London derby at West Ham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zoVGDl

Torino 1-3 Napoli

Lorenzo Insigne scores twice against Torino as Napoli make it four wins out of five in Serie A under Carlo Ancelotti. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2I8juhy

Fabrizio Ravanelli: Ex-Middlesbrough striker quits as Arsenal Kiev boss

Former Middlesbrough and Italy striker Fabrizio Ravanelli steps down as Arsenal Kiev manager after three months in charge. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QTMyNH

Anthony Joshua: 'Instinct' told me it was time to knock Povetkin out

Anthony Joshua says that "instinct" told him it was time to knock out Alexander Povetkin in the seventh round of his world heavyweight title defence at Wembley Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QTztE5

Anthony Joshua: Deontay Wilder or Tyson Fury 'not a problem' says Barry Hearn

Anthony Joshua will face the winner of Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury "subject to terms, without a problem in the world", says Barry Hearn. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O0hDkt

Tiger Woods leads Tour Championship: 'I'm right where I need to be'

Tiger Woods says he "felt hot early" after six birdies in the first seven holes of his third round at the Tour Championship helps him to a three shot lead going into the final round. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q0vSmK

Ultra runner Sophie Power on breastfeeding during a 103-mile race

An ultra runner mother on why she breastfed her baby during a 103-mile marathon race. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2I5Pd2V

Naomi Osaka beaten by Karolina Pliskova in Pan Pacific Open final in Tokyo

Tearful US Open champion Naomi Osaka blames tiredness after a defeat in straight sets by Karolina Pliskova in the Pan Pacific Open final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OLxfWb

Laver Cup: Kevin Anderson gains revenge over Novak Djokovic

South African Kevin Anderson avenges his Wimbledon final defeat by Novak Djokovic with victory in the Laver Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MW15Wb

England beat South Africa to finish second in Quad Series

England finish runners-up in the Quad Series with a 45-42 victory over South Africa while Australia beat New Zealand to win the tournament. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xJ7pe9

Santi Cazorla says Arsenal lacked belief to challenge under Arsene Wenger

Arsenal lacked belief under Arsene Wenger but will have "a great season" with Unai Emery in charge, says ex-midfielder Santi Cazorla. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QPrN5U

Rookie Rowdy Tellez continues torrid pace as Jays down Rays

Rowdy Tellez's two-run home run in the fourth inning helped the Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2O4g2Kh

FedEx Cup play-offs: Tiger Woods leads Tour Championship by three shots

Tiger Woods birdies six of his first seven holes to take a three-shot lead into the final round of the season-ending Tour Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MUrBz5

Van Gerwen & Suljovic make winning starts in Champions League

Defending champion Mesnur Suljovic and world number one Michael van Gerwen both start their Champions League of Darts campaigns with two wins. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2zngs6v

Antony Joshua stops Alexander Povetkin to retain world heavyweight titles

Anthony Joshua stops Alexander Povetkin in the seventh round at Wembley to retain his IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight titles. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xvYOfd

Luke Campbell beats Yven Mendy on points to avenge 2015 defeat

Britain's Luke Campbell produces a mature display at a rain-soaked Wembley to beat Yven Mendy and avenge his 2015 defeat by the Frenchman. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OH4b1T

Real Madrid 1-0 Espanyol: Hosts move top of La Liga after laboured win

Real Madrid move top of La Liga after Marco Asensio's VAR-awarded strike proves enough to beat Espanyol. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2I90DTB

Accrington Stanley fan leaves false teeth at match

Accrington Stanley are searching for the supporter who left their false teeth at the club's Crown Ground on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pvwSEb

Braves defeat Phillies to clinch 1st NL East crown in 5 years

The Atlanta Braves capped a most surprising season by clinching their first National League East crown since 2013, with Mike Foltynewicz taking a no-hitter into the seventh inning Saturday in a 5-3 win over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2NY22BV

Atletico warm up for Madrid derby with a win at Getafe

Atletico Madrid warm up for next week's Madrid derby with victory at Getafe with the help of an own goal by keeper David Soria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2znROCs

FC Schalke 04 0-2 Bayern Munich

James Rodriguez marks his first league start of the season with a goal as Bayern Munich continue their 100% winning start to the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NvLDoW

Brighton & Hove Albion 1-2 Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham end a run of three straight defeats by scoring in each half and holding on for a 2-1 victory at Brighton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PYTatb

Klopp 16-3 Hughes - Saturday's best Premier League stats

The best stats from Saturday's Premier League action as Mark Hughes' poor record against Liverpool continues and Newcastle fail to win in London again. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NwqquJ

Liverpool 3-0 Southampton: Challenges will get tougher and tougher - Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says the season's challenges "will get tougher and tougher" after the club maintain their 100% Premier League record with a 3-0 win over Southampton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2I4fbUp

Manchester United 1-1 Wolves: Jose Mourinho admits Wanderers deserved their point

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says he expected more from his attacking players in his side's 1-1 draw at Old Trafford. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O1pn5K

Cardiff 0-5 Man City: Pep Guardiola praises players 'perfect' mental approach

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is delighted with the "perfect" mental approach his side took to the game as they swept aside Cardiff 5-0 at the Liberty Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PRrNko

Portugal Masters: England's Tom Lewis two behind leader Lucas Herbert after 10-under par third round

England's Tom Lewis moved into contention for a first European Tour win since 2011 after a 10-under par third round at the Portugal Masters. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ptxZny

What happened in the Premier League on Saturday?

Liverpool secure their best start to a season while Manchester City earn a 5-0 win over Cardiff. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QS2aS8

Superb Moutinho goal earns Wolves point at Man Utd

Joao Moutinho's strike earns Wolves a draw against Manchester United at Old Trafford as their strong start to Premier League life continues. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NZK4im

Liverpool beat Southampton to record their best start to a season

Liverpool win a seventh straight match from the start of a season for the first time by easing past a luckless Southampton at Anfield. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PUGzXW

Sir Alex Ferguson honoured by fans on return to Old Trafford

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is honoured by the club after returning to Old Trafford for the first time since having emergency brain surgery in May. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QQXrjp

Andy Murray explains reasons behind early end to season

Andy Murray says he decided to end his comeback season early as he wants to be in "the best shape possible" for the start of the 2019 season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Dn8iz0

Mitrovic rescues point for Fulham against Watford

Watford have to settle for a draw at Fulham after Aleksandar Mitrovic strikes late on to earn the hosts a point. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O8PVSJ

Sir Alex Ferguson: Manchester United to honour former manager on Old Trafford return

Sir Alex Ferguson will be honoured by Manchester United as he returns to Old Trafford for the first time since having emergency surgery. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2puhDeF

Andy Murray to end comeback season early after competing in China events

Andy Murray will end his season after two competitions in China in order to be in "the best possible shape" for the Australian Open in January. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2znAdLj

Banned Australian batsmen Warner & Smith make club returns

David Warner scores a match-winning century and Steve Smith makes 85 as the banned duo return to competitive cricket in Australia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2I7gqm2

Commonwealth champion Lee treated for cancer

Malaysia's Commonwealth champion and former world number one Lee Chong Wei is being treated for nose cancer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OGpa4P

Federer and Djokovic lose doubles in Laver Cup

Former world number ones Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic lose in the Laver Cup doubles but Team Europe lead Team World 3-1. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DkhHas

Deontay Wilder v Tyson Fury: Fight confirmed for 1 December

The fight between WBC world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury will take place on 1 December. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NA5GTe

Sergio Aguero: Will Manchester City star score on his 300th appearance for the club?

Manchester City's record goalscorer Sergio Aguero will be hoping to add to his tally against Cardiff on Saturday as he makes his 300th appearance for the club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2znpkce

Rays bounce back to easily beat Blue Jays

Pinch hitter Austin Meadows had a pair of RBI singles as the Tampa Bay Rays rolled past the Toronto Blue Jays 11-3 on Friday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2O7fIe0

Woods and Rose lead Tour Championship

World number one Justin Rose and 14-time major winner Tiger Woods are tied for the lead after round two of the season-ending Tour Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pu1UfG

Boxers returning after a doping ban an 'absolute disgrace' - Bellew

It is an "absolute disgrace" that boxers convicted of doping are allowed back into the ring after serving their bans, says Tony Bellew. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xvl88Z

Hamilton, Stewart, Senna, Fangio & Schumacher - five peerless F1 performances

Formula 1 is full of those special moments, where a driver does something no other can get close to. Here's some of the most memorable. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MRoU1n

'Toilet paper' celebration 'inexcusable', says Jets coach

New York Jets coach Todd Bowles calls running back Isaiah Crowell's 'toilet paper' celebration "inexcusable" and says it "will never happen again". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OFD5It

Texas Rangers fire Banister after consecutive losing seasons

The Texas Rangers fired manager Jeff Banister on Friday after the team stumbled to its first consecutive losing records in 10 years after winning AL West titles in each of his first two seasons. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2O3iwZk

Hoffenheim v Dortmund - battle of the English youngsters in the Bundesliga

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's German Bundesliga game between 1899 Hoffenheim and Borussia Dortmund. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xvFZc5

Sacked Fenati banned until end of 2018 for pulling rival's brake lever

Italian rider Romano Fenati is banned for the rest of the year after pulling a rival's brake lever while travelling at 135mph during a race. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xtRi4v

Does Europe impact Premier League form of 'big six'?

Which Premier League sides will drop points following European action? And who copes with travel the best? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PXMuLP

Oliver Fisher: English golfer 'feels great' after carding first-ever 59 on European Tour

English golfer Oliver Fisher says he "feels great" after carding the first-ever 59 in European Tour history at the Portugal Masters. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OHsAo3

Santi Cazorla: Former Arsenal star on his horrific injury, leaving Gunners & returning to Villarreal

Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla tells the shocking story of his horrific injury which which meant he could not play for nearly two years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O26akd

Turkey's Euro 2024 plan has 'risks', says Uefa

Awarding Turkey Euro 2024 has risks, according to an evaluation report by European football's governing body, Uefa. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nt8kKq

England call up uncapped Burns for Sri Lanka

England call up uncapped Surrey opener Rory Burns to replace the retired Alastair Cook in the Test squad to tour Sri Lanka this autumn. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MPNAao

Liverpool do not expect Salah repeat - Klopp

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says he "does not expect" the Egypt international to replicate his goal-scoring feats of last season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NXUmzE

England's Fisher shoots record 59 in Portugal

English golfer Oliver Fisher shoots the first round of 59 in European Tour history at the Portugal Masters. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O1oDNV

Anthony Joshua v Alexander Povetkin: Costello and Bunce assess the 'new Joshua'

Pressure, frustration and everything on the line for Anthony Joshua, who fights Alexander Povetkin with a chance to become "the biggest draw in boxing history". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PR3CCP

Partizan v Red Star: The derby that unites - and divides - a country

A rivalry that brings a country to a standstill and always creates headlines, BBC Sport look at the Belgrade derby. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MTV1xc

Dropped England fly-half Cipriani pays for 0.5% of doubt - Dawson

Dropped England fly-half Danny Cipriani is paying for the "0.5% of doubt" caused by his off-field activities says Matt Dawson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NvI8i4

Former Australia batsman North named Durham director of cricket

Former Australia batsman Marcus North takes up the post of Durham director of cricket as part of a club restructure. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MQHkz9

Free beer as Cleveland Browns finally end 635-day wait for win

Fans celebrate in style as the Cleveland Browns finally end a 635-day winless run with a 21-17 victory over the New York Jets. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PSQPj4

Russia doping ban being lifted 'undermines faith in Wada' - Paula Radcliffe

Britain's Paula Racliffe, other former and current athletes and anti-doping heads criticise the decision to reinstate Russia's anti-doping agency. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NZltu5

Sergio Aguero: Manchester City striker signs one-year extension until 2021

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero signs a one-year contract extension to keep him at the club until 2021. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O1OJ3c

Conor McGregor launches tirade against Khabib Nurmagomedov

Conor McGregor launches into a tirade against Khabib Nurmagomedov, who he will fight at UFC 229 on 6 October. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MQ0vt2

Whiskey-swigging McGregor launches tirade against Nurmagomedov

Conor McGregor talks the bus incident, fighting for the love of it and more in a news conference with Khabib Nurmagomedov. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NsEJjX

Burgess cleared by NRL over 'lewd video' claims

Sam Burgess is cleared of misconduct by the NRL after claims he and other South Sydney players exposed themselves to a woman on the internet. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PRY3Ek

'I wake up every morning happy to be here' - Ikeme's cancer journey

Ex-Wolves and Nigeria goalkeeper Carl Ikeme on his cancer 'journey' - from diagnosis and treatment to parenthood, retirement and future plans. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O049oz

Former Wolves goalkeeper Carl Ikeme opens up about leukaemia

Former Wolves and Nigeria goalkeeper Carl Ikeme opens up about his battle with acute leukaemia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Du9xN1

Smoak caps off 7-run 9th inning as Jays storm back to stun Rays

Justin Smoak hit a solo blast to cap off a seven-run ninth inning as the Toronto Blue Jays rallied from a six-run deficit to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-8 on Thursday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2pssiGI

Angels' Arcia 1st to catch, pitch and homer in same game

Los Angeles rookie catcher Francisco Arcia starts the game as the catcher, takes to the mound in the 8th inning then hits home run in 9th. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2NpYfhc

Rose in contention as Woods shares Tour Championship lead

Justin Rose has the advantage in the race for the FedEx Cup after round one of the Tour Championship, led by Rickie Fowler and Tiger Woods. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Dg16oc

Peter Crouch: Inventor of Come Dine With Me?

Did Peter Crouch invent the TV show Come Dine With Me with former Portsmouth team-mates Shaun Derry and Courtney Pitt? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DjMy7c

Football saved me after I killed enemy during war - Liverpool legend Grobbelaar

Former Liverpool goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar tells the BBC about his war experiences, the horrors of the Heysel disaster and his match-fixing ordeal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MMkQzm

Eight wickets for 10 runs: Indian spinner Nadeem breaks limited-overs record

Indian spinner Shahbaz Nadeem takes eight wickets for 10 runs to break the world record for the best bowling figures in top-level limited-overs cricket. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QO3Tb8

Red Bull Salzburg beat RB Leipzig in clubs' first meeting

Red Bull Salzburg beat RB Leipzig in their first ever meeting - a thrilling Europa League Group B game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PPxCiv

Arsenal 4-2 Vorskla Poltava: Gunners cruise to Europa League win

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scores twice as Arsenal open their Europa League campaign with a comfortable win over Vorskla Poltava. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PQ9j3U

Celtic strike late to beat Rosenborg

An 87th-minute Leigh Griffiths header snatches Europa League victory for Brendan Rodgers' wasteful Celtic over Rosenborg. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NpwANd

Garcia dedicates round to murdered Arozamena

Sergio Garcia dedicates his first round at the Portugal Masters to Celia Barquin Arozamena, the Spanish golfer who was murdered in the United States. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QQ5nld

Willian strike helps Chelsea beat PAOK Salonika

Willian's early goal proves enough to beat PAOK Salonika in the Europa League and maintain Chelsea's winning start to the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ODeLXw

Rangers secure Europa League draw at Villarreal

Kyle Lafferty scores the equaliser as Rangers come from behind twice to secure a point against Villarreal in Europa League Group G. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DeJbyb

Can apologises for 'we're not women' remark after Ronaldo red card

Juventus' Emre Can apologises for comments about Cristiano Ronaldo's sending off at Valencia, saying he never intended to "degrade women". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xstqyn

Anthony Joshua v Alexander Povetkin: Heavyweight champion says he feels 'tonnes of pressure'

Anthony Joshua believes a shot at his world titles "means everything" to Alexander Povetkin ahead of Saturday's fight. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xyTYgE

Anthony Joshua: My body has been broken and rebuilt

Anthony Joshua says his body has been broken down and rebuilt for his latest world heavyweight title defence against Alexander Povetkin. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PQbEvS

Belgium and France joint-top of world rankings

Belgium move to the top of the Fifa world rankings alongside World Cup winners France - the first time two teams have shared the top spot. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xwcaHy

Nicolo Barella: The Cagliari midfielder lauded by Andrea Pirlo

Andrea Pirlo thinks he's among Italy's best - what does the future hold for Cagliari midfielder Nicolo Barella? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MRCh1s

Danny Cipriani: Eddie Jones omitted Gloucester fly-half because of form

England head coach Eddie Jones insists Danny Cipriani's omission from the latest training squad is only because of his form, and not for off-field reasons. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DeR9at

Russia reinstated by Wada after doping ban

The suspension of Russia's anti-doping agency is lifted by the World Anti-Doping Agency despite widespread opposition. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NZSSEI

Troy Deeney: Watford captain opens up about mental health

Watford captain Troy Deeney tells Gabby Logan how seeing his psychologist twice a week helps him in his personal life and on the football pitch. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OFIS0P

'A sensational distraction' - Luxembourg champions make Europa debut v AC Milan

A "distraction" but a "dream" - Luxembourg's Europa League debutants prepare to host Italian giants AC Milan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2po05AE

Australia to play 'hard but fair' against Pakistan in first Test since ball-tampering scandal

Australia will play "hard but fair" against Pakistan, says captain Tim Paine as his side prepares for its first Test series since the ball-tampering scandal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PVSJjl

Dallas Mavericks boss donates $10m after NBA sexual harassment probe

Dallas Mavericks owner to give $10m (£7.6m) to women's and anti-domestic violence groups after inquiry into sexual harassment claims within the organisation. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DosqRs

Will Ronaldo miss Man Utd games after red card?

Cristiano Ronaldo suffers the first Champions League red card of his career for Juventus - but for which games will he be suspended? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DmTuAy

Samoan player pleads guilty to assault that left Wales' Williams with broken cheekbone

Tom Williams suffered broken facial bones, while two other Wales Sevens stars were also injured. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nuu4pj

FA Cup: Ex-Everton midfielder George Green on self-destruction and depression

He was once compared to Wayne Rooney before a cocaine addiction saw George Green go from a £110,000-a-year midfielder to £80-a-game at Ossett Albion. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NZYizJ

Arsenal striker Aubameyang's dad named joint Gabon manager

Former internationals Pierre Francois Aubameyang and Daniel Cousin take over as joint coaches of Gabon after Jose Antonio Camacho's contract was not renewed. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NVroAg

Rugby players told to hide tattoos at World Cup in Japan

World Rugby has warned that body ink is associated with gangsters in Japan, host of the 2019 World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QNrrMW

US inmate's golf drawings lead to freedom after 27 years behind bars

Valentino Dixon, whose art featured in a golf magazine, is a free man after 27 years behind bars. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xyWcMW

Young Boys 0-3 Man Utd: Debutant Dalot could be at Man Utd for 10 years - Jose Mourinho

Jose Mourinho says debutant Diogo Dalot could be a mainstay at Manchester United for the next 10 years after impressing in the Reds 3-0 Champions League win over Young Boys. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Npp98R

How BBC presenter Minchin & others caught the triathlon bug

BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin and other competitors talk about how they caught the triathlon bug and why it's such a good activity to take up. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xvw5q4

Lyon vow to ban supporter for Nazi salute at Manchester City

French club Lyon have vowed to ban for life a fan who appeared to give a Nazi salute during the team's Champions League win at Manchester City from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xq9exc

Ex-UFC light-heavyweight champion Jones cleared for October return

Jon Jones will be eligible to return to competition from 28 October after being given a backdated 15-month doping ban. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xrctnV

Man City 1-2 Lyon: City reduced to 'a barely recognisable rabble'

BBC Radio 5 live's Andy Townsend explains what went wrong for Man City in their shock defeat by Lyon and why were they so bad? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QHnVUF

'He'll play for Man Utd for 10-plus years' - Mourinho impressed by debutant

Jose Mourinho says Diogo Dalot could be a mainstay at Manchester United over the next decade after the full-back impresses on debut. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xokkTn

Santi Cazorla: Villarreal midfielder on Steven Gerrard, Arsenal & gangrene

As he prepares to face Rangers in the Europa League, Villarreal's Santi Cazorla recalls how bacteria ate eight centimetres of his Achillies tendon. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DeqcUF

Orioles hold off Blue Jays to avoid series sweep

Rookie DJ Stewart hit his first major league home run and the Baltimore Orioles used five pitchers to avoid a three-game sweep by beating the Toronto Blue Jays 2-1 Wednesday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2NtlHdx

Sanches scores and receives standing ovation on Bayern return

Bayern Munich's Renato Sanches marks his first club appearance since a disastrous loan spell at Swansea with a goal at Benfica. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xoUzSJ

Anthony Joshua marked out of 10 before Alexander Povetkin bout

Athlete, pupil, businessman, celebrity - how is Anthony Joshua rated by his associates? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pk0bJu

Russia doping ban: Wada tried to help Rusada lift ban in May

The World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) proposed a compromise with Russia in May that would allow a suspension of its anti-doping agency (Rusada) to be lifted. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DfyxaC

Bale scores as Real Madrid dominate Roma

Real Madrid got their Champions League defence off to a winning start thanks to a comfortable victory over Roma. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xuwcSM

Tearful Ronaldo sent off as Juve beat Valencia

Cristiano Ronaldo is sent off but Juventus still claim an important win at Valencia in their opening Champions League game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QI4NFM

Man City suffer shock opening Champions League loss against Lyon

Manchester City make a poor start to their Champions League campaign as the Premier League champions are comfortably beaten at home by Lyon. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2piHSVj

Asia Cup 2018: India thrash rivals Pakistan by eight wickets

India thrash Pakistan by eight wickets - and with 21 overs to spare - to top Group A at the Asia Cup in Dubai. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OD50sv

Is Raikkonen right to stay in F1? Palmer's latest column

Is Kimi Raikkonen right to stay on in F1 at the expense of a log-jam of younger talent dreaming of a seat on the grid? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Db25pG

Denise Mueller-Korenek: Cycling world land speed record broken

Denise Mueller-Korenek rode a custom bike at a 183.932 mph average, the take-off speed of an Airbus A340. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NRTkFj

Marathon record will be broken again - Kipchoge

Marathon record holder Eliud Kipchoge says his new record time of two hours, one minute and 39 seconds will be broken. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QFvM57

Stokes & Hales in England ODI squad for Sri Lanka tour

Ben Stokes and Alex Hales are included in England's one-day squad to tour Sri Lanka, after being charged with bringing the game into disrepute. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PNdZY6

'£6,500 buys a penalty" - how corruption eats at the heart of Algerian football

A BBC investigation reveals how systemic corruption has been allowed to go unchecked at every level in the Algerian game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2DdpiaZ

Rafael Nadal withdraws from China Open & Shanghai Masters

Rafael Nadal pulls out of next month's China Open and Shanghai Masters tournaments to allow his knee injury to recover. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pmrFyl

Osaka wins first match since US Open victory

Japan's Naomi Osaka beats Dominika Cibulkova in straight sets at the Pan Pacific Open, her first match since winning the US Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NkxIBX

Inter Milan 2-1 Tottenham: Mauricio Pochettino angry at media 'disrespect'

Mauricio Pochettino accuses journalists of "disrespect" after Tottenham lost 2-1 to Inter Milan in their opening Champions League fixture. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MKpqhq

North & South Korea agree 2032 Olympics bid

North and South Korea agree to pursue a joint bid to host the 2032 Olympics after a summit between the two nations' leaders. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QHIQH2

'Lifting Russia doping ban would be catastrophic'

Lifting the suspension of Russia's anti-doping agency (Rusada) would be "catastrophic", says doping whistleblower Grigory Rodchenkov. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xv8UfH

Michael Phelps demands more help for former Olympians

Michael Phelps, winner of a 23 Olympic golds, says more must be done to support Olympians after they move out of the spotlight. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MMAgU2

In Real Life: Smelly bibs & wishing you were Ronaldo - the best & worst of 5-a-side football

From smelly bibs and players dropping out to the great camaraderie on and off the pitch, we look at the best and worst bits of 5-a-side football. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MJkOZ7

‘Sturridge is a £50m player – when he is fit and firing, you cannot ignore him’

Daniel Sturridge will play a big part as Liverpool chase glory on multiple fronts, says former Reds defender Stephen Warnock. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MJTqtV

Man Utd must play 'like Federer' on Swiss artificial pitch

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between Young Boys and Manchester United. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MLbi7N

Angry Pochettino accuses journalists of 'disrespect' after Inter loss

Mauricio Pochettino accuses journalists of "disrespect" after Tottenham open their Champions League campaign with a 2-1 defeat at Inter Milan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xwun89

Memphis Depay: Manchester United did not see best of me

Memphis Depay does not believe the Manchester United fans saw the best of him during his 19 months at the club. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NRGGpB

Lionel Messi returns to form on world stage with Champions League hat-trick

"Unique" and "majestic" Lionel Messi lights up the opening night of the Champions League to banish World Cup disappointment. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MJkgCr

‘I can fix a top Algerian football match for $68,000’

Whistle-blowers tell the BBC how bribery impacts on all levels of football in Algeria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MJ780d

Beckham, Bierhoff, ping pong and Tord Grip - 10 things you didn't know about Peter Crouch

Prince Harry put-downs, inventing TV programme formats and beating Brooklyn Beckham at ping-pong - the strange world of Peter Crouch. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NRHqLv

New low: Jays send Orioles to team-record 108th loss

The Orioles fell to the Toronto Blue Jays 6-4 Tuesday night, dropping their 108th game, a team record for losses since they arrived in Baltimore in 1954. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2QB3ybD

Umpire Mohamed Lahyani banned for Nick Kyrgios pep-talk

Umpire Mohamed Lahyani has been suspended from his next two tournaments for encouraging Nick Kyrgios on court during the US Open. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MGeHEQ

Atletico battle back to beat Monaco - Champions League round-up

Atletico Madrid came from behind to beat Monaco in their Champions League Group A opener. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ML5NFV

India avoid shock defeat by Hong Kong at Asia Cup

India rally to avoid a shock defeat in the Asia Cup and beat Hong Kong by 26 runs in Dubai. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2phXYOT

Inter Milan stun Spurs with two late goals

Late goals from Mauro Icardi and Matias Vecino stun Tottenham as Inter Milan celebrate their return to the Champions League with a dramatic win at the San Siro. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xqFq2G

Barcelona 4-0 PSV Eindhoven: Lionel Messi scores hat-trick in Champions League win

Lionel Messi scores a hat-trick as Barcelona thrash Dutch champions PSV Eindhoven in their opening Champions League game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xuxCwS

Christian Yelich makes history with 2nd cycle of season

On Monday Yelich became the first player to hit for the cycle twice against the same team, in the same season. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2xtg4kM

FedEx Cup: PGA Tour announces Tour Championship revamp for 2019

Prize money for the winner of the FedEx Cup is to increase to $15m (£11.4m) in a revamp announced by the PGA Tour. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2D6lY0Y

Toronto Wolfpack forward Bussey gets eight-game ban for biting

Toronto Wolfpack forward Jack Bussey is banned for eight games after pleading guilty to a Grade F biting charge. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QCmBCt

Wolves' dressing room is Premier League ready

Wolves' home dressing room at Molineux has a makeover after their return to the Premier League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NV6aCz

Moeen has 'full support' over 'Osama' slur claim

Moeen Ali has the "full support" of the England team over a claim he was called 'Osama' by an Australia player in the 2015 Ashes, says captain Joe Root. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nn1YvN

'Last time there was tumbleweed' - Scotland's MacLeod joins Afghanistan Premier League

The hero of Scotland's win over England this year reflects on being bought in a player auction for the new Afghanistan Premier League.. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2piqlfH

Wada vice-president Linda Helleland to oppose lifting Russia doping suspension

World Anti-Doping Agency vice-president Linda Helleland says she will vote against lifting the suspension of Russia's anti-doping agency this week. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2D6PPGB

Mauricio Pochettino: Tottenham manager's surprising cow analogy

BBC Sport explains Mauricio Pochettino's surprising Champions League 'cow' analogy. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nm8Tp9

Norifumi "Kid" Yamamoto: Former Japanese UFC fighter dies aged 41 of cancer

Former Japanese UFC fighter Norifumi "Kid" Yamamoto dies aged 41, after being diagnosed with cancer in August. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xpkdpy

Stokes & Hales charged by England & Wales Cricket Board

Ben Stokes and Alex Hales are charged with bringing the game into disrepute by the ECB following an incident outside a Bristol nightclub. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PKkCul

World champion Saunders charged with misconduct over 'sickening' social media video

British world champion Billy Joe Saunders is charged with misconduct by the British Boxing Board of Control over a social media video described as "sickening". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MIy9Rt

Trump, Trip Advisor & table tennis - Gavin Rumgay's four days in North Korea

In the first of a series of pieces, Scottish table tennis player Gavin Rumgay recounts the four days he spent in North Korea this summer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PLtmjR

Arsenal chief Gazidis leaves for AC Milan

Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis, who helped appoint Unai Emery as manager, leaves the club after 10 years to join AC Milan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2D5srcP

Formula 1's owners sign sponsorship rights deal for in-play betting

Formula 1's owners sign a deal, reportedly worth more than $100m, to sell sponsorship rights to betting companies. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ML5eMm

'A home game should be a home game' - Fifa president criticises US La Liga game plan

Fifa president Gianni Infantino says a home match should "not be played in a foreign country" as he addresses La Liga's plans to stage a game in the US. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PL9zRL

European amateur golf champion killed on US course

A man is charged with murder after Spanish golfer Celia Barquín is found dead on an Iowa golf course. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MKABHb

Klopp hopeful of Firmino eye recovery before Liverpool's tie with PSG

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Liverpool and Paris St-Germain. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pfEsm9

Champions League is back: The best games to watch this week

BBC Sport looks at some of the most intriguing fixtures in the opening group games of the 2018-19 Champions League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OyCJU3

Is it time to scrap the away goals rule in Europe?

With Uefa considering the future of the away goals rule, do the stats suggest it is past its sell-by date? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NjmaPt

England's Burgess addresses 'sexting' claims

England international Sam Burgess is "happy for the truth to be found" following allegations his social media account was used to send lewd pictures to a woman in May. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2PLXqfk

'He's an easy target': Spurs boss Pochettino on Kane, contending... and cows

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino believes star striker Harry Kane is a "an easy target" for criticism when Spurs play poorly. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2pfn2pC

'I can't please everyone anymore' - Joshua won't let critics 'drain' him

Unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua says he will not be "drained" by criticism and has called on the public to support him as a "person" rather than a boxer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2D4VbCv

Watch all 28 goals as Benfica women set new Portuguese scoring record on their debut

Watch as Benfica thrash Ponte de Frielas 28-0 as they made their debut in the second division of the Portuguese women's league. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xkbRR3

Blue Jays blank league-worst Orioles in battle of AL East basement dwellers

The Baltimore Orioles lost their 107th game, tied for most in a season since their arrival in 1954, falling to the Toronto Blue Jays 5-0 Monday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2NU7NAk

Southampton 2-2 Brighton: Chris Hughton says result 'feels like a win'

Brighton and Hove Albion boss Chris Hughton says "at this moment, it feels like a win" after his team come from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 at Southampton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OwCMj3

Southampton 2-2 Brighton: Mark Hughes says his side need to learn to "manage the game"

Mark Hughes says his Southampton team need to manage games better after losing a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 with Brighton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xqp0Iv

Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury: Promotion to start on Monday, says Frank Warren

Promotion for the fight between WBC world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury will begin on Monday, says Frank Warren. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2D4Mnw9

The Hundred: What happened at 100-ball Trent Bridge trials?

Two matches between North and South teams take place at Trent Bridge as the new 100-ball format continues with further trials. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xgK97S

Southampton 2-2 Brighton & Hove Albion: Late Murray penalty seals point for Brighton

Glenn Murray scores a stoppage-time penalty as Brighton come from two goals down to earn a point against Southampton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2xnXudJ

Fifa: Report into international transfers in women's football finds clubs spent £375,000

Women's football clubs spent £375,000 on international transfers over the course of 2018, a Fifa study finds. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QCnFGg

Champions League: Liverpool v PSG - Why Kylian Mbappe is the real deal

On the eve of Paris St-Germain's Champions League match against Liverpool, BBC football analyst Pat Nevin looks at the reasons why France's World Cup star Kylian Mbappe could become the best player in the world. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MAF2nL