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Rugby World Cup quiz: England prop Kyle Sinckler takes on our Mastermind-inspired questions

England's Kyle Sinckler tests his knowledge as he takes on Rugby Union Weekly's special World Cup quiz. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mys0QI

Alberto Salazar: Mo Farah's former coach banned from athletics for four years after doping violations

Alberto Salazar, Mo Farah's former athletics coach, has been banned from the sport for four years after being found guilty of doping violations. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2neb8yZ

Scotland showed 'true picture' in win over Samoa, says Townsend

Scotland showed "a true picture" of themselves in the defeat of Samoa in their second World Cup pool match, says Gregor Townsend. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nX1SPA

Manchester United 1-1 Arsenal: Unai Emery wants more from players after Old Trafford draw

Arsenal boss Unai Emery says he wants "more" from his players after they drew 1-1 at Manchester United, but believes they are "progressing". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mnVVuI

Watch: Alex Collado scores 89th-minute backheel goal for Barcelona's B team

Barcelona B team's Alex Collado scores an outstanding backheel goal against Atletico Levante. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n6yyWP

Manchester United 1-1 Arsenal: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer disappointed with Man Utd's 'lost opportunity'

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer describes his side's 1-1 draw at home against Arsenal as a "steep learning curve". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oCW0LN

Rugby World Cup: Watch the best moments as Scotland ease past Samoa

Watch the best moments as Scotland earn a bonus-point 34-0 victory over Samoa to revive their hopes of progressing from World Cup Pool A. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oy3GPo

Rising sons give rebuilding Blue Jays ray of light after lost season

The Toronto Blue Jays feel good about four rising sons who made big strides in 2019 and figure to become lineup fixtures moving forward. The pitching, however, remains a work in progress. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2neAJrr

Man Utd 1-1 Arsenal: Aubameyang earns Gunners a point

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's second-half equaliser condemns Manchester United to their worst start to a league season in 30 years against Arsenal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lV6Agl

Rugby World Cup: Billy Vunipola tells of England's group therapy

England had "honesty sessions" before the World Cup to rid themselves of "baggage" from the 2015 tournament, Billy Vunipola reveals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oCdM1I

Karsten Warholm retains 400m hurdles title at World Athletics Championships

Norway's Karsten Warholm defends his 400m hurdles world title by holding off close rival Rai Benjamin in a thrilling final in Doha. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n22kfG

Premier League: Man Utd v Arsenal - rate the players

Rate the players during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oKyf4N

World Athletics Championships: IAAF 'disappointed' by small crowds, says chief executive

IAAF chief executive Jon Ridgeon believes athletes are still enjoying a "positive experience" in Doha, despite small crowds. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nU1BgC

Copa Libertadores: Boca Juniors & River Plate to do battle again

Argentine rivals River Plate and Boca Juniors will meet in Wednesday's Copa Libertadores semi-final, nine months after their controversial 2018 final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oJLNxr

Doha Athletics: German women sprinters get new close-ups censored

A complaint by two female German sprinters limits close-ups at the World Athletics Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mqXOXI

England v Argentina: Billy Vunipola enjoying Japan's Rugby World Cup before next match

Billy Vunipola says he is feeling recharged after some downtime in Osaka as England prepare to face Argentina on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2md3pAF

Eden Hazard: Real Madrid forward 'does not feel like a Galactico yet'

Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard says he does not feel like a 'Galactico' yet following his summer move from Chelsea. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mnfEeb

Dina Asher-Smith wins 200m heat to reach World Championships semi-finals

Dina Asher-Smith runs the fastest time of the day to reach the 200m semi-finals at the World Championships in Doha. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oGa2fX

Man City fans must be 'seduced' by Champions League - Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola says Manchester City fans need to be "seduced" to appreciate the Champions League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nRm2dW

Emiliano Sala: Fifa rule Cardiff must pay Nantes £5.3m fee

Cardiff City have been told to pay a transfer fee of £5.3m (6m euro) to Nantes for striker Emiliano Sala. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2l12T8i

Scotland 34-0 Samoa: Greg Townsend's side eased to win to revive hopes

Scotland ease to a bonus-point victory over Samoa to revive their hopes of progressing from World Cup Pool A. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nPpCFq

USA's Sydney Leroux plays for Orlando Pride three months after giving birth

USA and Orlando Pride striker Sydney Leroux makes her competitive comeback only three months after giving birth to her second child. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oxAvMx

Rugby World Cup: Beef, getting lost in Osaka & not eating rubbish - Billy Vunipola's Japan highlights

England number eight Billy Vunipola talks about how he is enjoying his time in Japan as England prepare for their third match of the World Cup against Argentina. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nJBlW1

Barrett brothers Beauden, Scott and Jordie start for New Zealand against Canada

Barrett brothers Beauden, Scott and Jordie will be the first sibling trio to start in a World Cup for New Zealand when they face Canada. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nNMftQ

Newcastle United: Steve Bruce angered by 'surrender' against Leicester

Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce says there was "a complete surrender" from his side as they were hammered 5-0 by Leicester City. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mREeE8

Rugby World Cup 2019: Scotland must do-or-die against Samoa in Kobe

Gregor Townsend and Scotland face a "monumental" moment as they prepare to play Samoa in the Rugby World Cup, suggests BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nDx4n9

European Tour too easy - Rory McIlroy

The European Tour does not offer a big enough challenge says Rory McIlroy as he urges tougher courses. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nLioSF

Australia 25-29 Wales: Celebrate, then time to graft - Gatland tells his men

Warren Gatland says Wales should celebrate World Cup victory over Australia, but not take anything for granted with two Pool D games left. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2m4cUCa

Leicester City 5-0 Newcastle United: Jamie Vardy scores twice in easy win

Leicester City's impressive start to the season under Brendan Rodgers continues with a thumping 5-0 win over Newcastle United. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2on4zKK

Alfred Dunhill Links Championship: Victor Perez wins his maiden Tour event in St Andrews

Victor Perez claims his maiden European Tour title in his 29th appearance after posting a final-round 70 to win the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship by one shot. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nFhp6C

Mediterranean Ladies Open: Spain's Carlota Ciganda wins on home soil

Spain's Carlota Ciganda wins the Mediterranean Ladies Open on home soil, her first title in three years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2omy6nQ

Australia 25-29 Wales: Rugby bosses 'spooking' referees - Michael Cheika

Australia coach Michael Cheika says he was "embarrassed" by some of the decisions made by officials during the World Cup defeat by Wales. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2m2PkWn

Women's Super League: Tottenham beat West Ham at London Stadium

Tottenham beat West Ham at the London Stadium in front of the second-largest attendance in Women's Super League history. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ogU6Ak

Road World Championship: Denmark's Mads Pedersen claims shock elite men's road race title

Mads Pedersen claims a shock victory in brutal wet conditions to become the first Dane to ever win the elite men's world road race title in Yorkshire. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mawo8o

Barnsley 1-3 Brentford: Ollie Watkins hat-trick ends poor away run for Bees

A hat-trick of headers from Ollie Watkins sees Brentford come from behind to win at Barnsley in the Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oezKYq

Russian GP: Lewis Hamilton wins after Sebastian Vettel ignores team orders

Lewis Hamilton is handed victory in the Russian Grand Prix after a virtual safety car cost Ferrari's Charles Leclerc the lead. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2oga8dH

Napoli 2-1 Brescia: Mario Balotelli scores for the visitors but Napoli hold on

Mario Balotelli scores his first Serie A goal for 1,468 days but Napoli hang on to claim a narrow victory over Brescia at Stadio San Paolo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mMWsXe

Georgia 33-7 Uruguay: Lelos claim bonus-point win

Georgia score five tries to overpower Uruguay and claim a bonus-point win in a hot and humid Kumagaya at the World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2m1zawB

Santa Anita: California track suffers 32nd horse death since December

The owners of Santa Anita racetrack in California open a fresh review into safety following the death of another horse - the 32nd to die at the course since December. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nHeNFb

Berlin Marathon: Kenenisa Bekele misses world record by two seconds

Ethiopia's Kenenisa Bekele falls two seconds short of the world marathon record as he wins in Berlin. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nHSUWj

Australia 25-29 Wales: Gatland's men hold out to win thriller

Wales beat Australia in an enthralling thriller in Tokyo to secure a second win from their opening two Rugby World Cup games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mCYkSC

Kaillie Humphries: Canadian to compete for US after abuse row

Canada's double Olympic bobsleigh champion Kaillie Humphries will compete for the United States after a row over abuse allegations. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2m0cr3S

World Athletics Championships: Joao Viera, 43, becomes oldest male medallist

Portugal's Joao Vieira defies "hell" to become the oldest man to win a medal at the World Athletics Championships in the men's 50km walk in Doha. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ojD7xt

Tottenham: Mauricio Pochettino finds relief at end of difficult week

Mauricio Pochettino has finished the week with three points against former club Southampton after getting knocked out of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lXag10

Watford: Can Quique Sanchez Flores solve Watford's problems?

Quique Sanchez Flores is making an impact on Watford at the training ground - but when will that translate to results? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mIJQAm

Russian GP 2019: Leclerc, Hamilton & Vettel - all you need to know

The numbers being posted by Charles Leclerc speak of domination - and the Ferrari driver is doing it with a charming modesty, writes Andrew Benson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nuJ8XB

Pete Alonso passes Aaron Judge with 53rd home run to set new rookie mark

Mets slugger Pete Alonso hit his 53rd home run of the season Saturday night, breaking the rookie record Yankees star Aaron Judge set in 2017. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2mHWTSE

Everton 1-3 Manchester City: Champions hold off resilient Toffees

Riyad Mahrez's brilliant free-kick and a late Raheem Steerling goal help give Manchester City victory over Everton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2od355P

Sampdoria 1-3 Inter Milan: Alexis Sanchez scores and is sent off

Alexis Sanchez scores and is sent off on his first Inter Milan start but his side maintain their 100% winning run in Serie A by beating Sampdoria. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o6gQ5X

Ireland: Joe Schmidt looking for response after shock World Cup defeat by Japan

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt says his side will be judged on how they respond to a shock World Cup defeat against hosts Japan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o6oxJz

Rangers 5-0 Aberdeen: Steven Gerrard's side move one point from top

Rangers hand Aberdeen their biggest defeat since December 2010 and move to within one point of Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o4jbyl

Queens Park Rangers 0-2 West Bromwich Albion: Ferguson and Pereira give Baggies win

Unbeaten West Brom come to life in the second half to beat an in-form QPR and move to the top of the Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nqoKHe

Chelsea 2-0 Brighton & Hove Albion: Hosts extend perfect league record over Seagulls

Chelsea deservedly beat Brighton to maintain their perfect record in league games against the Seagulls. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mDq8Gm

Tottenham 2-1 Southampton: Kane strikes after Aurier red card and Lloris error

Tottenham overcome Serge Aurier's red card and a Hugo Lloris howler to carve out a hard-fought win over Southampton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o2qbM6

Getafe 0-2 Barcelona: Ten-man visitors claim hard-fought win

Goals from Luis Suarez and Junior Firpo help ten-man Barcelona beat Getafe and move back into La Liga's top four. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mCvTnG

Road World Championship: Annemiek van Vleuten solos 105km to win first world road title

Annemiek van Vleuten wins her first world road race title after a stunning 105km solo breakaway in Yorkshire. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nrF8XS

Juventus 2-0 SPAL: Cristiano Ronaldo scores header on return from injury

Cristiano Ronaldo returns from injury with a goal as Serie A champions Juventus maintain their unbeaten start to the season by beating SPAL. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nsxZqp

Argentina win big and Japan pull off a huge shock against Ireland at the Rugby World Cup.

Watch the best moments as Argentina win big and Japan pull off a huge shock against Ireland at the Rugby World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2o8vBFA

Sheffield United 0-1 Liverpool: Red deserved the win - Klopp

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says his side deserved all three points in their 1-0 win over Sheffield United despite an "average" performance. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mrKGBL

Russian GP: Leclerc takes fourth pole in a row

Charles Leclerc produces another spectacular performance to take pole position for the Russian Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nq4ci4

Sheffield United 0-1 Liverpool: Wijnaldum goal keeps Reds' flawless start going

Liverpool's perfect start to the Premier League season continues as Georginio Wijnaldum scores the only goal at Bramall Lane. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mAkK6R

Hibernian 1-1 Celtic: Paul Heckingbottom sent to stand in draw

Hibernian boss Paul Heckingbottom is sent to the stand as his side hold champions Celtic to a Scottish Premiership draw at Easter Road. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mCxCJx

WSL: Manchester United 2-0 Liverpool - Casey Stoney's side earn first Super League win

Lauren James and Katie Zelem score the goals as Manchester United beat Liverpool, their first Women's Super League win. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lS0f5b

South Africa score nine tries in Rugby World Cup rout of Namibia

South Africa make nine tries in a predictably one-sided drubbing of neighbours Namibia in their second Rugby World Cup outing. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mzs96p

World Athletics Championships: Kevin Mayer calls Doha event a 'disaster'

World champion decathlete Kevin Mayer says holding the World Athletics Championships in Doha is a "disaster" because of the heat and sparse crowds. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ntqpLW

Argentina 28-12 Tonga: Pumas cruise to first win of World Cup

The Pumas claim their first win of their World Cup Pool C campaign with a bonus-point victory over Tonga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lOcgbP

Fantasy football tips: transfers and team selections for gameweek seven

Will Spurs bounce back, is it time for John McGinn and which under-performing attackers should you sell? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n4C7wt

Quiz: Can you name the Premier League's youngest scorers?

Can you name the Premier League's 10 youngest scorers in three minutes? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nY6ncM

Rays clinch playoff spot after downing Blue Jays

An excellent outing from Tommy Pham helped the Tampa Bay Rays clinch an American League wild-card berth with a 6-2 win against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2lRm05i

World Athletics Championships: Ruth Chepngetich wins women's marathon as many pull out in heat

Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich wins the women's marathon at the World Championships as a number of athletes withdraw in hot and humid conditions in Doha. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2muve7A

Rugby World Cup: 'England's George Ford still to prove credentials'

England fly-half George Ford is still to prove he can seize control of tight games as well as pull the strings in comfortable wins, says Matt Dawson from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nK7tsF

Daniel Dubois stops Ebenezer Tetteh in first round to win Commonwealth title

British champion Daniel Dubois stops Ebenezer Tetteh inside the first round to win the Commonwealth heavyweight title. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nm6ONG

Alfred Dunhill Links Championsip: England's Matthew Jordan one shot clear at halfway stage

England's Matthew Jordan says a landmark 59 "did cross my mind" during his surge to a one-shot lead at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mpb52V

Nicola Adams retains WBO flyweight title in split decision draw

Nicola Adams retains her WBO world flyweight title after an unconvincing split decision draw against Mexican Maria Salinas at the Royal Albert Hall. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lI6sR5

Formula 1: McLaren to return to Mercedes engines from 2021 season

McLaren are to switch to Mercedes engines from the 2021 season, BBC Sport has learned. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mobhPW

Rugby World Cup: South Africa pick Schalk Brits at eight to face Namibia

Schalk Brits, usually a hooker, will play at number eight for the first time in more than a decade as South Africa name a much-changed side to face minnows Namibia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nHWvUl

Shetland Pony Grand National at Newmarket won by boy, 12

Zak Kent, 12, wins the race by a nose-length after a photo-finish. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ndhiiu

Rugby World Cup 2019: Ireland aim to build on win over Scots as they face hosts

Team news, stats and what they said as Ireland aim to build on their opening World Cup win over Scotland when they face hosts Japan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2m8Zkxz

World Athletics Championships: Lynsey Sharp out in 800m first round

Lynsey Sharp goes out in the first round of the women's 800m but fellow Britons Shelayna Oskan-Clarke and Alexandra Bell reach the semi-finals. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mnZpNI

Benjamin Mendy tweet row: Bernardo Silva an exceptional person, says Pep Guardiola

Bernardo Silva is defended by Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola after accusations of racism following a tweet to team-mate Benjamin Mendy. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2niufHD

Russian GP: Max Verstappen tops close practice

Red Bull's Max Verstappen is a surprise pacesetter as he heads Ferrari's Charles Leclerc in second practice at the Russian GP. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lyOX5E

Britain's Chris Froome set for return to cycling four months on from Dauphine crash

Four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome will return to cycling just four months on from his crash at the Criterium du Dauphine in June. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nQ1YIY

Afghanistan appoint former South Africa all-rounder Lance Klusener as head coach

Afghanistan appoint former South Africa all-rounder Lance Klusener as the team's new head coach after Phil Simmons' summer departure. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mjkZmx

Michael Johnson: Christian Coleman can never be the face of athletics

Sprinter Christian Coleman cannot be the face of athletics following the controversy over his missed drugs tests, according to US legend Michael Johnson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mjUcGG

Sarah Taylor: England wicketkeeper retires from international duty

England wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor announces her retirement from international cricket. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lAfjUT

Rugby World Cup: John Quill banned for three weeks for Owen Farrell tackle

United States flanker John Quill is banned for three weeks for a high tackle on England's Owen Farrell during their Rugby World Cup meeting. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ndssUg

Christian Coleman 'did himself no favours' over missed tests - Michael Johnson

American track legend Michael Johnson says Christian Coleman's handling of the fall-out over his missed drugs tests will overshadow his performances at the World Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nMr8bp

Roma ban fan for life after racist abuse of defender Juan Jesus

Serie A side Roma have handed a lifetime ban to a supporter who racially abused defender Juan Jesus on social media. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nLOCgP

Russian GP: Leclerc fastest in practice

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc sets the pace, just ahead of Red Bull's Max Verstappen, in first practice at the Russian Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n6Zaa4

Alphonso Davies: The Bayern Munich winger born in a refugee camp

Bayern Munich 'wunderkind' Alphonso Davies, who was born in a refugee camp in Ghana. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nzFzzu

Micah Richards on the dark side of football - 'it's a lonely place, I felt like a ghost'

Former England teenage star Micah Richards reveals his experience of the dark side of football - when a wrecked knee made him a long-term absentee and he was abused by fans as he bid to save his career. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nbRWkR

Rugby World Cup: England's Piers Francis has been cited for high tackle

England's Piers Francis is cited for foul play after a tackle that left US full-back Will Hooley with concussion in their Rugby World Cup match on Thursday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n6plgX

Premier League predictions: Lawro v former Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas

Mark Lawrenson takes on former Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lnXLeJ

Rugby World Cup: Watch some of the best action on day seven as England and Italy win big

Watch some of the best action on day seven of the World Cup as England beat the USA and Italy defeat Canada. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mTHA9s

MOTDx: Aitch & Jesse Lingard discuss their love for Manchester United

Rapper Aitch and Manchester United forward Jesse Lingard meet in person for the first time to discuss their love of Manchester United, and the city with MOTDx's Reece Parkinson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2m2CpUr

How the 'Allez, Allez, Allez' chant went from the pubs to iconic status at Liverpool's Champions League final

How the 'Allez, Allez, Allez' chant went from the pubs to iconic status at Liverpool's Champions League final from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lWdrG7

16-year-old has school test morning after scoring against Man Utd

Rochdale's Luke Matheson, 16, says he has to go into school the day after scoring against Manchester United in the Carabao Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2li8DdW

Marcus Trescothick takes to the field for Somerset for the final time

Marcus Trescothick is given a standing ovation as he takes to the field for the final time bringing to an end his 26-year career. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lSJfvQ

MOTDx: Craig Mitch goes hunting for Messi, Van Dijk, Klopp & Bronze at the Fifa Awards

MOTDx's Craig Mitch is set a challenge to find as many greats on the green carpet at the 2019 Fifa Best Awards in Milan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2le7N1M

Russian Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton says he is unlikely to win remaining six races

Championship leader Lewis Hamilton says he will not be favourite for any of the six remaining races this season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nBBKdf

Richard Keogh: Derby County boss Phillip Cocu says captain 'feels responsible' for crash

Derby boss Phillip Cocu says Richard Keogh "feels responsible" for the crash that resulted in two of his team-mates being arrested. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n2rcmM

Operation Puerto: Spanish legal system 'thwarted' anti-doping investigation

Anti-doping chiefs who identified 11 athletes after investigating the Operation Puerto blood-doping ring say they are not allowed to take action against them. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n2Pmxx

World Athletics Championships: Asher-Smith, Muir & Johnson-Thompson lead British hopes

The 2019 World Athletics Championships is set to start in Doha, with the brutal heat among a host of talking points. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ljtj5g

Essex win County Championship: Draw at Somerset confirms 2019 title

Essex are crowned county champions, while Somerset miss out again, as their title decider ends in a dramatic draw at Taunton. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mVpxzy

Russian Grand Prix: Charles Leclerc regrets Singapore outburst

Charles Leclerc says he regrets his over-reaction to a Ferrari strategy that favoured team-mate Sebastian Vettel at the Singapore Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ls8DZ4

Andy Murray knocked out of Zhuhai Championships

Andy Murray is out of the Zhuhai Championships after losing to Alex de Minaur in the last 16 while fellow Briton Dan Evans is also beaten in China. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mZZMhq

Judd Trump's 15-match winning run ended by Joe Perry in China

World number one Judd Trump suffers his first ranking event defeat since April, losing 5-2 to Joe Perry in China. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2noe4Zs

England thrash United States 45-7 in Rugby World Cup

England hit their World Cup straps with a seven-try demolition of the USA to make it two bonus-point wins from two. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2m094db

Spanish Federation fines Barcelona £265 for Griezmann approach

Barcelona are fined 300 euros (£265) by the Spanish Football Federation for their approach of Antoine Griezmann while at La Liga rivals Atletico Madrid. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lOdynq

Derby County captain Richard Keogh out for season after crash

Fellow Derby players Tom Lawrence and Mason Bennett have been charged with drink-driving. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mTprbF

Nick Kyrgios given suspended 16-week ban and fine for 'aggravated behaviour'

Nick Kyrgios is given a suspended 16-week ban and $25,000 fine for "aggravated behaviour", with a six-month probationary period. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mRoh0t

Ben Stokes: England all-rounder one of four nominated for Player's Player of the Year

England all-rounder Ben Stokes is one of four players nominated for the Player's Player of the Year by the Professional Cricketers' Association. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2llsbhG

Rugby World Cup: Italy secure bonus-point 48-7 win over Canada in Pool B

Italy score seven tries as they secure a bonus-point World Cup victory against Canada in Pool B in Fukuoka. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2nlc5oL

Russian Grand Prix: Red Bull and Toro Rosso teams hit with grid penalties

Max Verstappen, Alexander Albon, Pierre Gasly and Daniil Kvyat will be hit with grid penalties at the Russian Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lLYOFB

World Athletics Championships: GB duo cool with midnight marathons & air-con stadium

Heat, humidity, midnight marathons and an air-conditioned stadium - Britons Charlotte Purdue and Eilish McColgan give their take on conditions at Doha's World Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mUswbj

Rowdy Tellez homers twice to lead Blue Jays over Orioles

Jacob Waguespack pitched six scoreless innings, Rowdy Tellez homered in back-to-back plate appearances and the Toronto Blue Jays held off a late comeback attempt to beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-2 on Wednesday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2lhbHam

Women's Champions League: Manchester City 4-0 Lugano (11-1 agg)

A Janine Beckie hat-trick helps Manchester City to a second-leg win over Lugano to seal their Women's Champions League last 16 spot. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mLsOl6

Jack Hatton: USA judoka dies aged 24

USA Judo announce the "unexpected passing" of national team member Jack Hatton at the age of 24. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mF8eTo

Roma 0-2 Atalanta: Chris Smalling makes his debut as Roma's unbeaten run ends

On-loan Manchester United defender Chris Smalling makes his Roma debut but is unable to prevent them from slipping to a 2-0 defeat at home to Atalanta. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lLQjKy

United States: Are USA the stirring superpower at Rugby World Cup?

A vast pool of athletes, a new professional league and sevens expertise, are the United States the next big thing in world rugby? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lD1lle

Tokyo 2020: Robotic 'power assist suits' to be used at Paralympics

Robotic 'power assist suits' will be used first for the first time at the Paralympics at Tokyo 2020. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2l7QzmT

Mohamed Salah: Egyptian FA moves to diffuse Liverpool striker row

The Egyptian Football Association writes to Fifa for clarification of its votes in the Best Fifa Awards as Mohamed Salah removes Egypt from Twitter profile. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lw68Fc

Liverpool: Anfield chief executive Peter Moore says Reds 'back on our perch'

Chief executive Peter Moore believes Champions League winners Liverpool are 'back on their perch' following Sir Alex Ferguson's famous remark. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mIjZrT

Nelson Agholor: Philadelphia Eagles player invites viral 'hero' to next home game

Philadelphia Eagles' Nelson Agholor isn't a guy to hold grudges - he's invited a man who had a dig at him to their next home game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lGIGox

Saqib Mahmood: Pace bowler says he was labelled 'terrorist' on social media

Pace bowler Saqib Mahmood says he was called a "terrorist" after he missed the England Lions tour of India because he could not get a visa. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2l5BodS

Rugby World Cup: Australia's Reece Hodge banned for three weeks after tackle on Fiji's Peceli Yato

Australia winger Reece Hodge is banned for three weeks after his controversial tackle on Peceli Yato in their World Cup Pool D victory over Fiji. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lDYMzd

World Athletics Championships: Shaunae Miller-Uibo, Alysha Newman & Queen Claye on looking fierce on the track

Shaunae Miller-Uibo, Alysha Newman and Queen Claye discuss what "war paint" means to them and how looking fierce prepares them for "battle" before the World Athletics Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n6YkKh

Emiliano Sala: Fifa to rule on fee dispute between Cardiff City and Nantes

Cardiff could discover on Wednesday if they must pay a 17m euro transfer fee to Nantes for striker Emiliano Sala. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2l12T8i

Naomi Osaka: Comedy duo 'A Masso' apologise for 'bleach' comments

Japanese comedy duo 'A Masso' apologise after reportedly saying Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka "needed some bleach" during a live event. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lrqi38

World Athletics Championships: Lord Coe reappointed IAAF president for second term

Lord Coe will continue as president of the International Association of Athletics Federations after being appointed unopposed for a second term. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lorvIt

Rugby World Cup 2019: Uruguay stage comeback to stun Fiji

Watch the best tries as Uruguay come from behind to record a memorable 30-27 victory over Fiji in the Rugby World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n86Toh

Wuhan Open: Wimbledon champion Simona Halep retires with injury

Wimbledon champion Simona Halep has been forced to retire from the Wuhan Open after sustaining a back injury against Elena Rybakina in the third round in China. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lAMmIy

Mauricio Pochettino: Tottenham need time to rebuild squad harmony

Manager Mauricio Pochettino says Tottenham need time to overcome "different agendas in the squad" after their Carabao Cup exit at Colchester. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kV3VCR

England v USA: Eddie Jones confident his side will deal with Rugby World Cup short turnaround

Head coach Eddie Jones is confident his reshuffled England team will cope with their short turnaround as they prepare for Thursday's game against the USA. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lplBXA

Rugby World Cup: Fiji on brink of exit after Uruguay pull off stunning 30-27 win

Uruguay leave Fiji on the brink of exiting the Rugby World Cup at the pool stage as they pull off a stunning win in Kamaishi. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kYDz2J

Graeme McDowell: NI golfer reveals PGA Championship pull-out was due to Bahamas hurricane

Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell reveals he pulled out of last weekend's PGA Championship because of the recent hurricane that hit the Bahamas. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2llUOvf

Rising Ballers are the first ever female football team on YouTube

These girls are going places - meet the first female football team on YouTube. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n5c20j

World Athletics Championships 2019: Dina Asher-Smith leads British medal hopes in Doha

Dina Asher-Smith is hoping to create history as she leads Great Britain's medal hopes at the IAAF World Athletics Championships, which begin on Friday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2n5uQwv

Game Wrap: Baltimore bats too much for Blue Jays in blow out loss

Orioles first baseman Trey Mancini had a career-high five hits in their 11-4 victory over the Blue Jays in Toronto. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2lmPuYA

Colchester 0-0 Tottenham (4-3 pens): Premier League side stunned by League Two outfit

League Two Colchester United produce a huge upset as they beat Premier League Tottenham on penalties to reach the Carabao Cup fourth round. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kTnMlM

Preston 0-3 Manchester City: Holders ease through to fourth round

Holders Manchester City make light work of reaching the Carabao Cup fourth round, with Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus among the scorers at Preston. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mqvbtm

Dilshod Nazarov: Olympic hammer champion suspended after doping retest

Olympic hammer champion Dilshod Nazarov is temporarily suspended after one of his samples failed a doping retest. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mTDApb

'Fittest 55-year-old' Nigel Benn to make boxing comeback

Nigel Benn will make a return to the ring on 23 November, aged 55, and 23 years after his last professional fight from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mnrapA

Andy Murray beats Tennys Sandgren at Zhuhai Championships

Andy Murray earns his first singles victory at Tour level since January by defeating Tennys Sandgren in the first round of the Zhuhai Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mTejvu

Rugby World Cup: How Japan 2019 host town Kamaishi is using event to rebuild after tsunami

Rugby-obsessed Kamaishi, the smallest host town for the World Cup in Japan, was devastated by the 2011 tsunami, but is using the event as a way to look to the future. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kLoIIS

Carabao Cup: Man Utd's Paul Pogba to return against Rochdale

Midfielder Paul Pogba is set to return to the Manchester United team for Wednesday's Carabao Cup third-round tie against Rochdale. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mnP0kW

Zharnel Hughes on 'breaking records on the ground & the air'

GB sprinter Zharnel Hughes explains why he is learning to become a pilot and how Usain Bolt has helped his sprinting career. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kPhIuy

Man Utd; Ed Woodward says 'everyone' at club working on revival

Manchester United's executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward says "everyone at the club" is determined to bring back success. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kSTBv8

Russia 9-34 Samoa: Strong second half sees Samoa clinch bonus-point win

Samoa recover from a half-time deficit and going down to 13 men to beat a spirited Russian side in their opening World Cup game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2l9Z4Op

Rugby World Cup: Eddie Jones says USA will be hardened for England battle

England coach Eddie Jones expects a battle when they face USA in their next group match and says they will have to execute their attacks better than they did against Tonga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2llpPz8

Rugby World Cup 2019: 'Officiating not good enough' - World Rugby

The refereeing of the opening weekend of the Rugby World Cup has not been good enough, according to the world governing body. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kPFcji

England women: Jordan Nobbs returns for Brazil and Portugal friendlies

England women boss Phil Neville recalls midfielder Jordan Nobbs for his side's friendlies against Brazil and Portugal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2la6QYz

Man City: Phil Foden needs Premier League minutes - Chris Waddle analysis

Manchester City's teenage midfielder Phil Foden needs Premier League minutes, not more Carabao Cup action, says ex-England winger Chris Waddle. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mlleNF

Tottenham's Dele Alli v Arsenal's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in Best Dressed Ballers

Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli and Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang are rated on their style in Best Dressed Ballers. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2lhMsEM

England: Ruaridh McConnochie, Joe Cokanasiga & Piers Francis to make Rugby World Cup debuts

England make 10 changes to their starting line-up for the second game of their World Cup campaign as coach Eddie Jones looks to deal with the short turnaround between matches. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kO5fYc

Wales lock Cory Hill is out of Rugby World Cup, Bradley Davies called up

Wales second row Cory Hill has been ruled out of the World Cup without playing a game with Bradley Davies called up. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2m5WcC4

Megan Rapinoe calls on footballers to change the world at Fifa awards

US star Megan Rapinoe has called on footballers to tackle racism and sexism after winning Fifa's top award. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mKh56e

Netball: Tracey Neville had a miscarriage day after England Commonwealth gold

In a wide-ranging interview, Tracey Neville says she had a miscarriage hours after leading England to netball Commonwealth gold and wants to change the stigma relating to older mums. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mhcHLE

Tracey Neville: I had a miscarriage a day after England Commonwealth gold

Tracey Neville reveals she suffered a miscarriage a day after leading England to netball Commonwealth gold and wants to change the stigma relating to older mums. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ld884V

World Athletics Championships 2019: Zharnel Hughes on piloting and Usain Bolt’s career advice

Before the World Athletics Championships get under way in Doha, British sprinter Zharnel Hughes talks running, runways and records. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mhmxgz

Anthony Alford's 1st career home run lifts Blue Jay over Orioles in 15 innings

Anthony Alford hit a solo home run in the 15th inning to hand the Toronto Blue Jays an 11-10 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Monday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2lczurT

Best Fifa Football Awards 2019: Things you might have missed

Where was Ronaldo? Leeds win Fair Play prize, Man City miss out and the weird and wonderful outfits - things you might have missed from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2laOc2C

Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari will be 'very hard to beat'

Britain's five-time world champion Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari will be tough to beat for the rest of the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mAyZIv

Jonny Bairstow left out of England squad - Sibley, Crawley, Parkinson & Mahmood called up

Jonny Bairstow is left out of England's squad for the Tests in New Zealand, while uncapped quartet Matthew Parkinson, Dom Sibley, Zak Crawley and Saqib Mahmood are all called up. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2mcj4Qf

Virat Kolhi: India captain close to ban after Beuran Hendricks clash

India captain Virat Kohli is given one demerit point - moving him closer to a suspension - after making contact with South Africa's Beuran Hendricks. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2myzv9Z

Wales 43-14 Georgia: Warren Gatland's men ease to opening World Cup win

Wales produce a display of contrasting halves, but secure a bonus-point win over Georgia in their opening Pool D World Cup encounter. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kZM9OM

Thomas Cook: Sports fans await news of collapse impact on future games

Football fans are awaiting news on whether tickets for upcoming European matches will be valid following the collapse of Thomas Cook. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2m9w9tA

Spurs 'soft', Man Utd 'dismal' - Alan Shearer on why Leicester can make top four

Liverpool and Manchester City are miles ahead of the rest but the teams usually in the chasing pack all have major issues, says MOTD2 pundit Alan Shearer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2kLPqkN

Premier League stats: Man City on record trail, Pochettino's landmark and the Burnley head master

Are Manchester City back on the record trail? Where does Mauricio Pochettino rank after landmark game? BBC Sport delves into the key Premier League statistics. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30iHLho

Russian doping scandal: Wada launches action on suspected manipulated laboratory data

The World Anti-Doping Agency launches new proceedings into whether some Russian drug-testing laboratory data was manipulated before being handed over. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IlQ9S2

Israel Folau: Sacked Australia star returns to rugby league with Tonga

Tongan rugby league officials say sacked former Australia rugby union star Israel Folau is to represent them at a forthcoming tournament. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31TvHA1

Bernardo Silva: Manchester City player's tweet investigated by Football Association

A tweet sent by Bernardo Silva to Manchester City team-mate Benjamin Mendy is the subject of a Football Association investigation for alleged racism. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M8hwQO

Lord Coe hopes Caster Semenya will return to track 'within regulations'

IAAF president Lord Coe hopes world and Olympic 800m champion Caster Semenya returns to compete in athletics "within the regulations". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M9w6aF

Racism in football: Italy should issue stadium bans - Gianni Infantino

Fifa president Gianni Infantino calls on Italian football to apply English-style punishments to supporters guilty of racism. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30etKRP

Match of the Day 2: Manchester United need to play with more freedom - Danny Murphy

Danny Murphy says Manchester United need to play with more freedom as a 2-0 defeat at West Ham leaves them with just eight points from their opening six league matches. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NsQkiD

Best Fifa Football Awards 2019: Lucy Bronze and Virgil van Dijk among finalists

The Best Fifa Football Awards take place on Monday, with Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk and England's Lucy Bronze in contention for main honours. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30RSD1P

Can Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde survive champions' miserable away form?

Following Barcelona's struggles at the start of the 2019-20 season, has manager Ernesto Valverde reached the end of the road? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NpjFKV

West Ham 2-0 Manchester United: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer staying positive

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is staying "very positive" despite Sunday's 2-0 defeat by West Ham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32YkbTO

Best Fifa Football Awards: Lucy Bronze, Megan Rapinoe or Alex Morgan?

Fifa will name its women's player of the year on Monday - we assess who out of finalists Lucy Bronze, Megan Rapinoe and Alex Morgan should win the award. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30mlNdu

Rugby World Cup 2019: Scotland's Hamish Watson ruled out of tournament

Injured Scotland flanker Hamish Watson will play no further part in the Rugby World Cup and is replaced with Edinburgh team-mate Magnus Bradbury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M88GT5

Best Fifa Football Awards: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo or Virgil van Dijk?

The 'mind-boggling brilliance' of Messi, Ronaldo the 'inspiration' and the 'peerless' Van Dijk - BBC Sport writers assess who should win the Best Fifa Men's Player award. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Oc0FiJ

Wales prepare to open Rugby World Cup campaign against Georgia

Team news, stats and quotes as Wales open their Rugby World Cup campaign against Georgia in Toyota City on Monday (11:15 BST). from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2V6XTN9

England: World Cup display against Tonga must not be repeated - Matt Dawson column

World Cup-winning scrum-half Matt Dawson warns England they must jump-start their campaign after a stuttering start on Sunday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2V8rtSi

Caster Semenya: IAAF president Lord Coe hopes South African will return to track

IAAF president Lord Coe says he hopes Caster Semenya returns to compete in the 800m "within the regulations". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LHJXG3

Astros, Cardinals clinch playoff spots

George Springer hit a career-high three homers, Justin Verlander posted his MLB-leading 20th win and the Houston Astros clinched their third straight AL West title, while Paul Goldschmidt hit a tiebreaking double in the ninth inning as the St. Louis Cardinals also clinched a playoff spot. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2McuuNi

Yankees clear fence early, often on way to series win over Blue Jays

Luis Severino struck out nine over five scoreless innings for his first win of the season, and the New York Yankees hit three home runs as they beat visiting Toronto 8-3 on Sunday in their regular-season home finale. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2M7NhcP

Laver Cup: Team Europe clinch dramatic 13-11 win over Team World

Alexander Zverev wins a deciding rubber against Milos Raonic in Switzerland to earn Team Europe a dramatic 13-11 win over Team World in the Laver Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32XXAGW

Chelsea 1-2 Liverpool: Blues deserved a point - Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard says Chelsea deserved "at least a point" against Liverpool and believes the VAR decision to deny them a goal had a significant effect on his team. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QkxA7b

Chelsea 1-2 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp says Reds have room room for improvement

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits his side "could improve" after hanging on to beat Chelsea 2-1 at Stamford Bridge. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31HPGBB

Chelsea 1-2 Liverpool: Reds edge Blues to maintain five-point lead

Leaders Liverpool extend their perfect start to the season with a sixth consecutive Premier League win as they edge Chelsea 2-1 at Stamford Bridge. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30btMK2

Arsenal 3-2 Aston Villa: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's late free-kick seals comeback win

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's stunning free-kick helps 10-man Arsenal come from behind to beat Aston Villa in a pulsating encounter at Emirates Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LDk9Lo

Red Sox hurler David Price to have surgery to remove cyst in wrist

Boston Red Sox left-hander David Price will have surgery Thursday to remove a cyst in his left wrist that ended his season early. He is expected to be ready for the start of spring training. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/330gtce

Antonio Brown: Free agent wide receiver says he will not play in NFL any more

Antonio Brown says he will never play in the NFL again in a series of provocative Twitter posts. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NpRagg

BMW PGA Championship: Danny Willett wins by three shots at Wentworth

Danny Willett wins the PGA Championship by three strokes after a superb final round on Wentworth's West Course. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NvtJSv

West Ham 2-0 Manchester United: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'staying positive' despite defeat

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he and his side "feel flat" after their 2-0 loss at West Ham, but insists they are staying positive despite their poor away form. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30eXPkg

West Ham United 2-0 Manchester United: Hammers too strong for toothless visitors

Goals from Andriy Yarmolenko and Aaron Cresswell earn West Ham their second successive home win against Manchester United, whose poor away form continues. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IhLv7O

Singapore GP: Sebastian Vettel beats team-mate Charles Leclerc

Sebastian Vettel ends his 13-month win drought with a controversial victory in the Singapore Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MbcRxg

Luis Suarez: Striker says Barcelona have a 'tough year ahead'

Barcelona striker Luis Suarez says the club have a "tough year ahead" after their worst league start for 25 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2V8y4vU

England 35-3 Tonga: Eddie Jones' side battle to opening World Cup win

England's World Cup campaign gets off to a spluttering 35-3 victory against unfancied Tonga in Sapporo. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nswvbo

Andy Murray: It's 'naive' to think I can return to my best

Britain's Andy Murray says it would be "naive" and "silly" to think he will ever return to his "very best" following hip surgery. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30DXCST

Ireland 27-3 Scotland: Joe Schmidt's side win Rugby World Cup opener

Ruthless Ireland frank their status as the world's top-ranked side with a clinical Rugby World Cup victory against a meek Scotland in Yokohama. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2VhAt7X

Rugby World Cup: Australia's Reece Hodge cited for tackle on Fiji's Peceli Yato

Australia wing Reece Hodge has been cited for his controversial tackle on Peceli Yato in the Wallabies' World Cup Pool D victory over Fiji. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LHHBHy

World Athletics Championships 2019: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce on motherhood, hair and medals

Jamaican sprint superstar Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce on how motherhood and her passion for hair keep her relaxed as she aims to add to her seven world titles. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NtBicD

Italy 47-22 Namibia: Azzurri open World Cup campaign with victory

Italy begin their World Cup Pool B campaign with a bonus-point victory over Namibia in changing weather conditions in Osaka. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/3540b3Z

Rugby World Cup: England coach Eddie Jones relishing Tonga opener

England start their World Cup campaign keen to improve on the disappointments of the last two tournaments as they take on Tonga on Sunday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O9ZDUp

Naomi Osaka wins Pan Pacific Open by beating Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova

Naomi Osaka hails her first Pan Pacific Open title win in her home town as "special" after beating Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in straight sets. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30e1Jtq

Sheffield United's rise under Chris Wilder continues with victory at Everton

A first away win in the Premier League was "as poor as we've been", according to Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder - but the straight talking seems to be working. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QpAQhG

PGA Championship: Danny Willett and Jon Rahm stay in joint Wentworth lead

England's Danny Willett and Spaniard Jon Rahm continue to share the lead after the third round at the PGA Championship at Wentworth. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M7afAF

Granada 2-0 Barcelona: Hosts stun champions to move top of La Liga

Promoted side Granada stun champions Barcelona 2-0 to move top of La Liga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34WvYEd

T20 Blast final: Essex Eagles beat Worcestershire Rapids to win title for first time

Essex Eagles beat Worcestershire Rapids by four wickets to win the T20 Blast for the first time in their history. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30hsE7R

Canadian pitcher James Paxton beats Blue Jays for second time in a week

Giancarlo Stanton launched his first homer since missing nearly three months to injury, James Paxton of Ladner, B.C., won his 10th straight start and the New York Yankees beat the visiting Toronto Blue Jays 7-2 Saturday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/32OrYDM

Juventus 2-1 Hellas Verona: Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey scores on Serie A debut

Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey scores on his Serie A debut as champions Juventus come from behind to defeat Verona. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M6jFwr

Bo Bichette trying to 'be smart' in recovery from head injury

Blue Jays rookie Bo Bichette says he's feeling better but trying to "be smart" about his recovery from a head injury. The 21-year-old shortstop was hit by a pitch during Thursday night's game at Baltimore. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Vc6TRc

Singapore GP 2019: all you need to know

It’s probably not the best time to talk about changing qualifying after one of the best qualifying sessions of the season, writes Andrew Benson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32TehU3

Can Ireland regain form at Rugby World Cup that beat All Blacks in November?

Ireland must repeat the heights of 2018 to have any hope of achieving the country's long-held ambition of reaching a World Cup semi-final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IwISzd

Everton 0-2 Sheffield United: Blades hold firm to stun Toffees

A Yerry Mina own goal and a late Lys Mousset strike earn Sheffield United a backs-to-the-wall win against Everton at Goodison Park. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M67qzJ

Man City 8-0 Watford: City strikers make the difference - Pep Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says the team's potent strike-force is the key to their dominance after they overwhelmed Watford 8-0. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2MjYaIH

Manchester City 8-0 Watford: Hosts score five in opening 18 minutes in hammering

Bernardo Silva scores a hat-trick as Manchester City strike five times in 18 minutes on their way to victory over Watford. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/351EGRB

T20 Blast Finals Day: Essex Eagles beat Derbyshire Falcons to reach final

Essex will play Worcestershire in the T20 Blast final after beating Derbyshire in Saturday's second semi-final. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/350lNhE

Russian doping scandal: Wada suspects Russia manipulated laboratory data

Some Russian drug-testing laboratory data may have been manipulated before it was retrieved by the World Anti-Doping Agency. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/350fJpo

Singapore GP qualifying: Charles Leclerc beats Lewis Hamilton to pole

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc takes his third pole position in a row with a superlative performance in qualifying at the Singapore GP. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M4NYUd

Leicester 2-1 Tottenham: James Maddison fires Foxes past Spurs

James Maddison's first league goal of the season helps Leicester come from behind to beat Tottenham in an entertaining encounter at the King Power Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M4yXBG

Mauricio Pochettino: Could Tottenham manager replace Zinedine Zidane at Real Madrid?

Mark Lawrenson suggests Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino could be sought by Real Madrid if they replace under-pressure Zinedine Zidane at the Bernabeu. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Obx60u

New Zealand 23-13 South Africa: Defending champions hold off spirited Springboks

Defending champions New Zealand produce a clinical display to hold off a spirited South Africa in their World Cup Pool B opener. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/3307fwD

Bournemouth: How far can Eddie Howe take Cherries in the Premier League?

Bournemouth moved up to third place in the Premier League table on Friday night but just how far can Eddie Howe take them? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IjZlXk

Geraint Thomas withdraws from time trial at Road World Championships

Geraint Thomas withdraws from the time trial event at the Road World Championships as he says is not in "good enough shape to perform to his best". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ACJjmW

Liverpool: Oxlade-Chamberlain jokes about Salah's passing

Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain pokes fun at boss Jurgen Klopp and team-mate Mohamed Salah in Football Focus' "Finish The Sentence". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/358Kadk

Naomi Osaka: 'I'm most comfortable on hard courts'

World number four Naomi Osaka says she is "most comfortable" playing on hard courts. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LFVxBL

Quiz: Can you name the British scorers of 20 goals in a Premier League season?

Can you name the 20 British players who have scored 20 or more goals in a Premier League season? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LGCHdF

Wales v Georgia: Alun Wyn Jones to win 129th cap in Rugby World Cup opener

Captain Alun Wyn Jones will equal Gethin Jenkins' Wales cap record against Georgia in a team featuring flanker Aaron Wainwright and prop Wyn Jones. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M4T1E3

Jays ride bats to beat AL East champ Yankees

Justin Smoak hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the seventh to help Toronto match a season high with its fifth straight victory. He connected off Tommy Kahnle (3-2) as the Yankees' bullpen wobbled in the late innings for the third time in a week. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/30bU7rv

Europa League: Partizan Belgrade cheered on by 22,000 children after ban for racism

Sanctioned with a two-match home stadium ban, Partizan Belgrade welcomed 20,000 children for the club's Europa League opener against AZ Alkmaar. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32Tjyef

West Ham: How has Manuel Pellegrini stabilised Premier League club?

Under Manuel Pellegrini West Ham are level on points with third-placed Tottenham, a long way from where an unsettled club found themselves in the early weeks of his tenure. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/306v20r

Alex Hales: Ashley Giles says England door not closed for batsman

Batsman Alex Hales can play for England again despite losing his central contract, says director of cricket Ashley Giles. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30AF45Q

AC Milan to launch anti-racism initiative ahead of Inter clash

AC Milan will launch an anti-racism task force at this weekend's derby against Inter in response to a number of racist incidents in recent weeks. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2OcgLJa

Rugby World Cup: Japan overcome early howler to win opener against Russia

Watch the best moments of Japan's victory over Russia in the opening match of the Rugby World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30fxPFe

Singapore GP: Lewis Hamilton & Max Verstappen

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton and Red Bull's Max Verstappen are in a league of their own in second practice at the Singapore GP. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30Aocfy

Barcelona's Ansu Fati set for Spain ahead of Guinea-Bissau and Portugal

Barcelona's Ansu Fati gets Spanish citizenship paving they way for him to play for them at international level rather than Guinea-Bissau or Portugal. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AARKiA

Japan 30-10 Russia: Hosts win opening match at Rugby World Cup

Kotaro Matsushima scores a hat-trick as hosts Japan begin the 2019 Rugby World Cup with victory against Russia in the tournament's opening game. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30uCBdb

Oliver McCall: The boxer who beat Lennox Lewis 25 years ago - and is still fighting aged 54

Having made his professional debut in 1985, former world heavyweight champion Oliver McCall is still fighting at the age of 54 - and eyeing another title shot. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ihx5Ez

Fifth missing child found via Roma social media campaign

Roma's missing children social media campaign helps find a second girl from London, taking the total to five. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30cy2Js

Singapore GP: Max Verstappen top in Singapore as Valtteri Bottas crashes

Red Bull's Max Verstappen tops the times as Mercedes' Valtteri Bottas suffers a heavy crash in first practice at the Singapore GP. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M3sx5Z

Jofra Archer, Rory Burns & Joe Denly handed England central contracts

England award central contracts to fast bowler Jofra Archer and Test opener Rory Burns for the first time. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NlOdx7

Watch: Al-Shahania keeper concede goal after 10 seconds

Watch as Al-Shahania goalkeeper Khalifa Al-Dosari misjudges a long ball to concede a goal inside the opening 10 seconds against Al Arabi in the Qatar Stars League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/350VKaq

Conor McGregor Dublin return not possible before end of year - Dana White

Conor McGregor will not make his UFC comeback in Dublin this year, says the organisation's president Dana White. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IgYo1L

Marcus Rashford: Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has 'no worries' over form

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he is not concerned about forward Marcus Rashford's goalscoring form. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30f80oX

Singapore Grand Prix: How will haze affect the drivers and fans?

F1 returns to Singapore this weekend - just as the city sees its worst air quality in three years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30a8Wuw

Mason Greenwood: Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says young striker will be important

Mason Greenwood's Europa League goal against Astana shows Manchester United were right to allow Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez to leave, says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32RXvEF

Rugby World Cup 2019: Andrew Conway & Jordan Larmour start for Ireland against Scotland

Andrew Conway and Jordan Larmour are named in the Ireland team to face Scotland after Rob Kearney and Keith Earls fail to prove their fitness. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M5k16i

Premier League predictions: Lawro v former Wales rugby captain Sam Warburton

Mark Lawrenson takes on former Wales rugby captain Sam Warburton to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QfPYOH

Ryan Boyle on his remarkable journey from devastating road accident to world champion.

Para-cyclist Ryan Boyle opens up about his remarkable journey from a devastating road accident to world champion. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30Bv2kV

Chelsea's Tammy Abraham and Mason Mount play Football Focus Honesty Cards

Chelsea's Tammy Abraham defends his footwear fashion, while Mason Mount says he would love to suit up as Spiderman, in this week's Football Focus Honesty Cards. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LYH9U4

Rugby World Cup 2019: England name team for opening match v Tonga

England name their team for their opening World Cup match against Tonga in Sapporo on Sunday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30csNbR

Cavan Biggio homers as Blue Jays sweep Orioles

Cavan Biggio homered and had three RBIs to offset a spectacular, homer-robbing catch by Austin Hays, and the Toronto Blue Jays used a six-run seventh inning to beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-4 Thursday night for a three-game sweep. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2O7msYR

MOTDx: Angus Gunn did not recognise Gareth Southgate during England call-up

Southampton goalkeeper Angus Gunn tells Craig Mitch how he did not recognise Gareth Southgate's voice when the England manager phoned to call him up to the senior squad. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M19skS

Rugby World Cup: Australia pick David Pocock & Michael Hooper to face Fiji

Australia name both David Pocock and Michael Hooper in their back row to face Fiji on the opening weekend of the Rugby World Cup from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IeBlVp

Iran must let women into football grounds, says Fifa president Gianni Infantino

Fifa president Gianni Infantino says Iran must allow women into football stadiums and hopes to see a change for the country's World Cup qualifier with Cambodia next month. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30qZyOp

Singapore Grand Prix: Robert Kubica to leave Williams at end of 2019 season

Robert Kubica is to leave Williams at the end of the season after calling this year "very demanding". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QkwgRR

Singapore Grand Prix: Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel is confident of his form improving

Sebastian Vettel admits he is not happy with his driving but is confident he can turn his form around before the end of the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30tGuPL

Genzebe Dibaba withdraws from World Athletics Championships

World record holder Genzebe Dibaba - one of Briton Laura Muir's main rivals in the 1500m - pulls out of the World Championships with a foot injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30dEGOA

London City Lionesses: Can a women's team thrive independently?

After their breakaway from Millwall, can Championship club London City Lionesses succeed as a standalone women's team? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AsdRbb

Football hate crime at matches in England and Wales rose by 47% last season

Incidents of hate crime at football matches in England and Wales up by 47% last season, according to new Home Office figures. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32Q5zpr

Champions League: Pep Guardiola praises 'exceptional' Ilkay Gundogan

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola praises midfielder Ilkay Gundogan following his side's Champions League win over Shakhtar Donetsk. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30osu9W

Champiosn League: Tottenham players didn't respect game plan - Mauricio Pochettino

Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is unhappy his players did not respect his game plan after giving up a two-goal lead in their opening Champions League match to draw 2-2 against Olympiakos. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30cuyqn

Kelvin Maynard: Former Burton and Antwerp defender shot and killed in Amsterdam

Former Burton Albion defender Kelvin Maynard is killed in a shooting in the Netherlands. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2If7UCz

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand pick Beauden Barrett at 15 to face South Africa

New Zealand pick Beauden Barrett at full-back and Richie Mo'unga at fly-half in their team to face South Africa on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LDUK4a

Rugby World Cup 2019: Henry Slade & Manu Tuilagi bond key to England success

Centre Henry Slade says his bond with midfield partner Manu Tuilagi can fire England to World Cup success. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/309he5T

Harry Kane says Tottenham are not learning from mistakes

Harry Kane says Tottenham have not learned from their mistakes after they throw away a 2-0 lead against Olympiakos in the Champions League. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30aBB2y

Fernandinho: Man City boss Pep Guardiola had no doubts over Brazilian's defensive ability

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he never doubted that Fernandinho would be comfortable playing in a back four. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M3H69q

Adrian Newey: Formula 1 designer to join Extreme E

Acclaimed Formula 1 designer Adrian Newey will head a team in the new 'environment-focused' racing series, Extreme E. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34TuACg

Matt Dawson column: England join All Blacks and South Africa in Rugby World Cup top tier

Former England scrum-half Matt Dawson answers five key questions as the start of the Rugby World Cup in Japan looms. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M1o8QY

McKenna Dahl on how she 'fell in love with shooting at summer camp'

McKenna Dahl's parents were told that she would never walk, talk or read - but she is aiming for Paralympic gold in 2020. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NoBDxd

Olympiakos 2-2 Tottenham: No signs of Spurs taking next step - Matthew Upson

Spurs will be delighted with a point after their performance at Olympiakos, says BBC Radio 5 Live pundit Matthew Upson, but they failed to control the game as their manager would want. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34TKUTg

Panna World Championships: 'It's like the boxing of football' - MOTDx checks out the competition

MOTDx visits the Panna World Championships in Rotterdam to seek out the world's most skilled exponents of the nutmeg, and learn more about the street football culture known as 'panna'. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30a5SOZ

Game Wrap: Grichuk's slam lifts Blue Jays over Orioles

Randal Grichuk hit a grand slam in the ninth inning, leading Toronto to a 11-10 come from behind win. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/30e30Ry

Blue Jays hold on for wild win over Orioles

Randal Grichuk hit a grand slam with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays rebounded from an ineffective start by Clay Buchholz to rally past the Baltimore Orioles 11-10 on Wednesday night. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/34VlWD2

World Cup 2022: Qatar still failing to protect workers' rights, says Amnesty International

Workers helping to get Qatar ready for the 2022 World Cup continue to be mistreated despite promises to improve their rights, Amnesty International says. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LY3n8N

Champions League: Atletico Madrid 2-2 Juventus

Substitute Hector Herrera scores a 90th-minute equaliser as Atletico Madrid come from 2-0 down to draw with Juventus. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2V17B3o

Pirates pitcher Felipe Vazquez tried to have sex with minor, police say

Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez was being held Wednesday in a Pennsylvania jail on multiple felony charges after allegedly telling investigators he attempted to have sex with an underage girl during a meeting at her house in 2017. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2Oa4qVI

Champions League: Olympiakos 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham throw away a two-goal lead as last season's Champions League finalists are forced to settle for a point against Olympiakos in Greece. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2UYz6e4

Shakhtar Donetsk v Manchester City: Pep Guardiola 'ready for the challenge' in Ukraine

Manchester City have just one centre-back available for their opening Champions League Group C tie at Shakhtar Donetsk. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2I8hffh

County Championship: Kyle Abbott stars as Hampshire beat Somerset

Somerset's Championship title hopes remain in the balance after Hampshire complete a 136-run victory at the Ageas Bowl. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34RQo11

Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir announce ice dancing retirement

Canadian ice dancers and Olympic gold medallists Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir announce their retirement from the sport. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LzJm9w

Victor Lindelof: Man Utd defender signs deal to 2024 with option for further year

Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof signs a new contract through to the summer of 2024, with the option of a further year. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/305IkLj

Rugby World Cup 2019: Is the All Blacks' era of dominance coming to an end?

As they prepare for an opener against South Africa and a bid for a third straight Rugby World Cup, are the All Blacks wobbling on their throne? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34RKmNV

Ryder Cup 2020: Robert Karlsson named as one of Europe's vice-captains

Europe captain Padraig Harrington selects Robert Karlsson as his first vice-captain for next year's Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34PAkNc

Man Utd v Astana: Greenwood & Tuanzebe to start in Europa League

Teenage striker Mason Greenwood will start Manchester United's Europa League group game against Astana at Old Trafford on Thursday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/309LEFh

Napoli 2-0 Liverpool: ‘Lesson’ will do Reds some good - Mark Lawrenson

Liverpool start the defence of the Champions League with defeat at Napoli, but ex-Reds defender Mark Lawrenson feels his old side will have learned an important lesson. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M0T7we

'Racism rot is deep' in Italian football, says anti-discriminatory body Fare

Italian football authorities and their disciplinary systems to combat racism are "not fit for purpose", says the chief of anti-discriminatory body Fare. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O8TPua

Rugby World Cup: Buy a house or travel to Japan?

Jobs have been quit, house deposits spent and continents crossed - without flying - to get to the Rugby World Cup in Japan. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M0mZsL

Iran banned after ordering Saeid Mollaei to withdraw from World Judo Championships

Iran is banned by the International Judo Federation after Saeid Mollaei was ordered to pull out of the World Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30t6vyH

Fernando Ricksen: Former Rangers player dies at age 43

Former Rangers player Fernando Ricksen, who had been suffering from motor neurone disease, has died at age 43, the Ibrox club have confirmed. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32V01KF

Champions League: A tale of two penalties - Jurgen Klopp & Frank Lampard on losses

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp and Chelsea manager Frank Lampard were both left to reflect on key penalty incidents as they begin their Champions League campaigns with defeats. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34R9RPm

Juan Manuel Correa: Formula 2 driver remains in induced coma

Formula 2 driver Juan Manuel Correa remains in intensive care in an induced coma from the accident that killed Anthoine Hubert. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31yIcR4

Gareth Thomas: Wales legend 'forced' to reveal HIV status by tabloids

The ex-Wales captain said threats from a paper forced him to reveal his status to the world. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LZe1Mw

Rugby World Cup 2019: Warren Gatland shocked as Rob Howley sent home

Wales head coach Warren Gatland says he is shocked at alleged breach of betting rules by assistant Rob Howley from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/305qkkk

Melissa Stockwell says she was 'the happiest bronze medallist in Rio'

Para-triathlete Melissa Stockwell says her legacy as an athlete will be to inspire young girls with disabilities to compete in sport. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LE4uvr

Blue Jays' Cavan Biggio hits for cycle in win over Orioles

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Cavan Biggio hit for the cycle Tuesday, becoming just the third player in franchise history to accomplish the feat. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2ZYQvs7

Inter Milan 1-1 Slavia Prague: Inter substitute Nicolo Barella scores stoppage-time equaliser

Inter Milan substitute Nicolo Barella scores a stoppage-time equaliser to deny Slavia Prague just their second Champions League group win. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/306l6Vl

Ben Stokes: 'Country stands behind him' over row with The Sun, says cricket chief

England cricketer Ben Stokes has the support of "the whole sport and the country" after criticising The Sun over a story it ran about his family, a leading cricket chief says. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QetTA8

India probe over women's cricket match-fixing claim

Police are investigating two men for allegedly approaching a player from the Indian women's national team. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O6asa0

Pirates' all-star closer Vazquez arrested on child solicitation, porn charges

Pittsburgh Pirates all-star closer Felipe Vazquez has been arrested on charges of pornography and soliciting a child. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2V1J6TH

Cagliari cleared of racist chanting towards Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku

Italian club Cagliari will face no punishment after being cleared of racist chanting towards Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O8ZW1t

Rugby World Cup 2019: What's it like to play rugby in Japan?

Former Australian wing Nick Cummins discusses his two years in Japanese club rugby - including hibiscus eating, face bleaching and the delights of drinking sake. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2V52lfo

Singapore Grand Prix: Plan in place to cope with poor air quality

F1 bosses have put a "contingency plan" in place to cope with possible poor air quality at the Singapore Grand Prix. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/3056tRb

Rob Howley: Wales backs coach sent home from World Cup over alleged betting breach

Wales backs coach Rob Howley has been sent home from the World Cup for an alleged breach of betting rules. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31qKBNI

Saudi Cup: Female jockeys 'most welcome' at new $27m race meeting

Female jockeys will be encouraged to take part in a new $27m horse racing meeting in Saudi Arabia. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nl93ga

John Stones: Man City defender suffers muscle injury

Manchester City and England defender John Stones will be out for between four and five weeks after suffering a muscle injury in training. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IqciPt

St Pauli beat Hamburg at home for the first time in 59 years

St Pauli beat city rivals Hamburg at home for the first time in 59 years in the Bundesliga 2 derby match. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LCvs6G

Singapore GP: Charles Leclerc says Ferrari expecting 'more difficult weekend'

Charles Leclerc knows he and his Ferrari team face a battle to make it three Grand Prix wins in a row from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30qDOCu

Juventus striker Gonzalo Higuain kicks coach & hoardings during training

Juventus striker Gonzalo Higuain loses his temper and kicks a coach and the hoardings during a training session ahead of their Champions League game against Atlético Madrid. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/302Ep1P

Neymar: PSG forward's European ban reduced from three games to two

PSG forward Neymar's three-game ban for insulting match officials is reduced to two matches by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34Re8Cv

Ben Stokes describes Sun story about family as 'immoral and heartless'

England batsman Ben Stokes says a newspaper's front-page story about his family is "utterly disgusting" and the "lowest form of journalism". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32J5gNe

Tour de France winner Egan Bernal to miss Road World Championships in Yorkshire

Tour de France winner Egan Bernal of Colombia will not compete in the Road World Championships in Harrogate on 29 September. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ZXRTes

Johanna Konta: British number one to miss Asia tournaments and WTA Championships

Johanna Konta will not play any tournaments in Asia this autumn so will not be able to qualify for the season-ending WTA Championships. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2I9ttEL

Juventus revolution: Could the 23-year wait for Champions League glory be over?

BBC Sport travels to Turin, to find out whether a revolution at Juventus can lead to the "holy grail" of Champions League glory after losing five finals in the past 23 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31rXkQc

Solheim Cup: Suzann Pettersen says retirement was not planned

Suzann Pettersen says retiring after winning the Solheim Cup was not planned and she "does not have the nerves" for another appearance for Europe. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31FV5c0

Champions League: The key questions as 2019-20 campaign gets under way

Will an English side win the Champions League again? What shape are their La Liga rivals in? Who might be this season's surprise package? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AmSQyD

Daniel Ricciardo: 'This season emphasised my love for Formula 1'

It's perhaps not surprising that a racing driver is still happy with his $50m contract - but when it's Daniel Ricciardo, it's not about the money. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2IbMJ4t

Anwar El Ghazi and Tyrone Mings: Aston Villa pair's clash 'put to bed'

A clash between Aston Villa's Anwar El Ghazi and Tyrone Mings was "put to bed at half-time", says captain Jack Grealish after their draw with West Ham. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2V1mumA

Jessica Long: What's it like to win gold aged 12?

Thirteen-time Paralympic champion Jessica Long tells BBC Sport her proudest achievement is winning three golds at the age of 12. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/302oOi6

Aston Villa 0-0 West Ham: Arthur Masuaku sent off as visitors earn point

Aston Villa move out of the relegation zone by drawing with a West Ham side who finish with 10 men after Arthur Masuaku's red card. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30sT024

Missing Kenyan boy featured in Roma social media campaign found

A Kenyan boy who featured in a 'missing child' social media campaign launched by Roma has been found and returned to his family. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/300Wc8R

Allyson Felix: Six-time Olympic champion in US team for Worlds for ninth consecutive time

Six-time Olympic champion Allyson Felix is selected in the USA team for the World Athletics Championships for a record ninth consecutive time. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34N2XdY

Mark Cavendish still keen on Tokyo 2020 bid as he prepares for Six Day London

Mark Cavendish says he is still interested in racing at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics as he prepares to return to the track at Six Day London in October. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31CyYUd

Lionel Messi to make Barcelona return at Borussia Dortmund

Lionel Messi is in Barcelona's squad for Tuesday's Champions League opener with Borussia Dortmund after recovering from a calf injury. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LTu9iy

Carina Horn: South African sprinter tests positive for banned substance

South Africa sprinter Carina Horn is provisionally suspended after violating anti-doping rules. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32JxuY5

David de Gea: Manchester United goalkeeper signs new deal at Old Trafford

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea signs a new contract to stay with the club until 2023. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AjMEHA

Ansu Fati: Who is Barcelona 16-year-old with 100m euro release clause?

Ansu Fati was selected ahead of Luis Suarez for Barcelona on Saturday and in two hours of senior football has scored twice and added an assist. Is he destined for greatness? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LAcCgl

Italian TV station bans pundit Luciano Passirani for racist Romelu Lukaku comment

An Italian television station says it will not use one of its pundits again after he made a racist comment about Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34Ovj7J

Conor McGregor: Has Irishman announced his UFC comeback date?

Conor McGregor posted a cryptic tweet on Monday. Is he about to make his UFC comeback? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AkAUV1

Granit Xhaka admits Arsenal were too scared against Watford

Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka says the Gunners "were too scared" as they let slip a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Watford. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2AjlzUQ

Scotland forward David Denton retires following concussion

David Denton, capped 42 times by Scotland, retires aged 29 following a concussion he sustained playing for Leicester in October. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LRnyFe

Premier League stats: Liverpool eye record, Sergio Aguero's streak and Chelsea kids

Can Liverpool top Man City's streak? What is significant about Sergio Aguero's scoring streak? BBC Sport delves into the key Premier League statistics. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30jlISR

Steve Smith v Ben Stokes - the two men who lit up a World Cup & Ashes summer

Ben Stokes led England to World Cup glory and played one of the all-time great Ashes knocks, while Steve Smith plundered 774 runs in four Tests - but who was the player of the summer? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2M64B1V

Matt Scott: 'I was in a coma for seven days, now I want another gold'

Four-time Paralympic wheelchair basketball player Matt Scott speaks about his remarkable recovery from a life-threatening illness. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/3008wqM

Tyson Fury v Otto Wallin: British heavyweight continues to show endless resolve

He entered in a sombrero and left a bloodied mess en route to hospital, but Tyson Fury continues to show endless resolve. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30meL3n

Mike Trout's baseball season cut short by right foot surgery

The Los Angeles Angels say eight-time all-star Mike Trout will have surgery on his right foot this week because of Morton's neuroma, a thickening of tissue around a nerve leading to toes that causes pain. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2LQgDMF

Henrikh Mkhitaryan scores on Roma debut as Italian side beat Sassuolo

On-loan Arsenal forward Henrikh Mkhitaryan scores on his debut as AS Roma beat Sassuolo 4-2 in Serie A. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ZVf9tD

Watford 2-2 Arsenal: Sanchez Flores on Hornets comeback

Watford boss Quique Sanchez Flores says he is "positive for the future" after seeing his side fight back from two goals down to draw 2-2 at home to Arsenal in his first game back in charge. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Nh6ewD

Watford 2-2 Arsenal: 'Not a good point' for the Gunners - Emery

Arsenal manager Unai Emery says his side were not good enough in the second-half of their 2-2 draw against Watford. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2UVsg8X

McCoy rides winner on return to saddle while Search For A Song wins Irish St Ledger

Sir Anthony McCoy returns to the saddle to ride Quizical to victory in a charity race on the Irish St Leger card at the Curragh. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/300K9cx

Neymar: Can Brazil forward regain PSG fans' support after hostility against Strasbourg?

Neymar was booed in his first Paris St-Germain appearance of the season and has angered the club's ultras, so where does he go from here? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O4iP5K

Ashes 2019: England level series after beating Australia in final Test

England end their memorable summer by earning a 2-2 draw in the Ashes with a 135-run defeat of Australia in the fifth Test. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LzXj7v

Watford 2-2 Arsenal: Hornets cancel out Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's double

Watford fight back from two goals down at half-time to draw at home to Arsenal in Quique Sanchez Flores' first match since being reappointed. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ncv9RX

Solheim Cup 2019: Europe beat USA 14½-13½ to win at Gleneagles

Europe win the last three singles matches to seal a sensational 14½-13½ Solheim Cup victory over the United States at Gleneagles. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2UT33fy

Sergio Garcia claims one-shot win at KLM Open

Sergio Garcia wins the KLM Open in Holland by one stroke to collect the 16th European Tour title of his career. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Qmaz3I

Basketball World Cup: Spain beat Argentina to win first title for 13 years

Spain beat Argentina 95-75 to win the Basketball World Cup final in Beijing for their first title for 13 years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LQ0I0R

Bournemouth 3-1 Everton: Callum Wilson scores twice as hosts climb to eighth

Callum Wilson scores twice as Bournemouth end a two-match Premier League losing run with victory over Everton at the Vitality Stadium. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32FTbZh

Harry Maguire: Is Man Utd defender justifying Solskjaer’s faith?

Harry Maguire was his manager’s transfer priority and, after impressing while being jeered against former club Leicester, the England defender is starting to prove his worth. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LUi0JY

Pliskova claims fourth WTA title of year at the Zhengzhou Open

Karolina Pliskova won her fourth WTA title of 2019 at the Zhengzhou Open with a straight sets victory over Croatia's Petra Martic from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32JtcQw

WSL: Manchester City & Everton win in Sunday's early games

Manchester City and Everton both make it back-to-back wins with victories in the Women's Super League's early kick-offs. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O97amt

Rugby World Cup 2019: Poor discipline could cost England - Sir Clive Woodward

Poor discipline could be the only "chink" in England's chances of winning the Rugby World Cup, says former head coach Sir Clive Woodward. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/300mqsZ

Rudi Gutendorf: World record-holding manager dies aged 93

Manager Rudi Gutendorf, who holds a Guinness World Record for coaching 55 teams in 32 countries across five continents, dies aged 93. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34N18O0

Famalicao: The minnows with an English left-back who are leading the way in Portugal

A newly promoted team with an Englishman at left-back are shaking up the established order in the Portuguese top-flight and sitting top of the league. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O3zDd8

Phoenix Rising v LA Galaxy II abandoned 'after beer can thrown'

A match between Phoenix Rising and LA Galaxy II in the American second tier is abandoned after a fan threw an object on to the pitch. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2QbtnCW

Tyson Fury: Briton's rematch with Deontay Wilder could be 'pushed back' by cuts

Tyson Fury's proposed February rematch with Deontay Wilder could be delayed as a result of the cuts he suffered in beating Otto Wallin. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/302dPFa

Rugby World Cup 2019: England can win Japan tournament - John Mitchell

England defence coach John Mitchell says the class of 2019 can emulate the heroes of 2003 and win the Rugby World Cup. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LyO3QV

Fury v Wallin: Bloodied British fighter takes points victory over battling Swede

Tyson Fury battles to a rugged points win over Otto Wallin as he fought for over nine rounds with a heavy cut to maintain his unbeaten record in a dramatic bout in Las Vegas. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LzpW4K

Brett Gardner, Bronx Bombers bash Blue Jays

Veteran outfielder Brett Gardner knocked in five runs with two homers and a double to help Canadian lefty James Paxton win his ninth start in a row as the New York Yankees blew out the Toronto Blue Jays 13-3 on Saturday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/2AixT7P

RB Leipzig fight back to hold Bayern Munich in Bundesliga

Bundesliga leaders RB Leipzig come from behind to draw with German champions Bayern Munich and maintain their unbeaten start to the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32NT2Df

Norwich 3-2 Man City: Canaries are a really good team - Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola congratulates Norwich, saying the Canaries are a "really good" team after they inflict Man City's first Premier League defeat since January. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32GzNet

Blue Jays' Lourdes Gurriel Jr., returns to starting lineup against Yankees

Outfielder/infielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr., and catcher Luke Maile were reinstated from the 10-day injured list by the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday afternoon. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/34GMojH

Norwich City 3-2 Manchester City: Canaries end champions' unbeaten run

Norwich City end Manchester City's 18-match unbeaten run in the Premier League to stun the champions in a pulsating game at Carrow Road. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ngkndo

Neymar booed by own fans on PSG return in draw with Strasbourg

Neymar is booed by his own fans throughout his Paris St-Germain return but scores an injury-time overhead kick to beat Strasbourg. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ZY4QoE

Ashes 2019: Joe Denly's 94 puts England in control against Australia

Joe Denly narrowly misses out on a maiden century but still helps England into a match-winning position on the third day of the final Ashes Test. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ZX5uCS

Premier League results: Liverpool, Spurs, Chelsea, Man Utd & Southampton win

Liverpool maintain their 100% start, there are also wins for Spurs, Chelsea, Manchester United and Southampton, and Burnley score in injury time to earn a point. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ZZFbwC

Vuelta a Espana: Roglic set to become Slovenia's first Grand Tour winner

Slovenia's Primoz Roglic is set to win the Vuelta a Espana as his compatriot Tadej Pogacar wins stage 20 on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34NIsh5

Man Utd 1-0 Leicester: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'very pleased' with clean sheet

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises Manchester United's defending, but says his side can play "so much better" following their 1-0 win over Leicester at Old Trafford. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/30fRX5s

Tottenham 4-0 Crystal Palace: Son Heung-min stars in easy win

Tottenham produce a breathtaking performance to brush aside Crystal Palace and register their first victory since the opening day of the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2UTbast

Wolves 2-5 Chelsea: Tammy Abraham scores hat-trick in win at Molineux

Tammy Abraham scores a brilliant hat-trick - and an own goal - as Chelsea destroy Wolves at Molineux. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ngkp50

Manchester United 1-0 Leicester City: Marcus Rashford penalty clinches victory

Marcus Rashford scores a first-half penalty as Manchester United claim only their second win of the season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NgkqWC

Maurizio Sarri's Juventus held at Fiorentina in Serie A

Juventus are held to a goalless draw by Fiorentina as manager Maurizio Sarri takes his place in the dugout for the first time. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Lxt1SI

Liverpool 3-1 Newcastle: Liverpool scored wonderful goals - Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp praises the quality of Liverpool's goals and their second-half performance after their 3-1 victory against Newcastle at Anfield. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32GjBdh

Liverpool 3-1 Newcastle United: Sadio Mane scores twice as leaders fight back

Leaders Liverpool maintain their 100% start to the Premier League season after fighting back from conceding an early goal to beat Newcastle. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NgjPUS

Hamilton Academical 0-1 Celtic: Early Forrest strike edges out hosts

Celtic grind out a slender win over stubborn Hamilton Academical to maintain their 100% start at the top of the Scottish Premiership. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LwQvHK

Eden Hazard makes debut in Real Madrid win over Levante

Eden Hazard makes his Real Madrid debut as Karim Benzema scores twice in a nervy win over Levante in La Liga. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2O7H5UR

Rugby World Cup: Pick your all-time XV

Dan Carter or Jonny Wilkinson? Jonah Lomu or Shane Williams? John Eales or Martin Johnson? Gavin Hastings or Jason Robinson? There are no easy choices... from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34FpyZL

Solheim Cup 2019: Europe maintain slender lead after drawing Saturday foursomes

Europe maintain their one-point advantage over the United States in the Solheim Cup after drawing Saturday's foursomes at Gleneagles to lead 6½-5½. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2UTqRjc

Basketball World Cup: United States record worst ever finish

Defending champions the United States finish seventh in the Basketball World Cup in China, their worst finish in the tournament's history. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/34Jr6BX

Tyson Fury v Otto Wallin: British heavyweight calls Wallin a 'bum' at weigh-in

Tyson Fury calls Otto Wallin a "bum" while dressed as a mexican wrestler at the weigh-in ahead of their fight in Las Vegas. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2LPsp9T

Israel Folau: Australia head coach Michael Cheika received threats

Australia head coach Michael Cheika says he received threats amid the fallout from Israel Folau's controversial social media post. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2UXzg5w

Bo Bichette hits walk-off homer in 12th as Jays beat Yankees 6-5

Bo Bichette led off the bottom of the 12th inning with a towering home run to left field to give the Toronto Blue Jays a 6-5 victory against the mighty New York Yankees on Friday. from CBC | MLB News https://ift.tt/34NLL8j

Raheem Sterling could match Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, says Pep Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says Raheem Sterling could be capable of reaching the level of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2USVdSX

David de Gea: Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'pretty confident' keeper will sign contract

Goalkeeper David de Gea is in the final year of his Manchester United contract with no new deal agreed - so should manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer be nervous? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2UTKS9n

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez: Boxer to move up two weight divisions to face Sergey Kovalev

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez will move up two weight divisions to challenge WBO world light-heavyweight champion Sergey Kovalev on 2 November. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31mGLVJ

Super League: Huddersfield Giants 24-22 Catalans Dragons - hosts win to secure top-flight status

Louis Senior scores four tries as Huddersfield beat Catalans Dragons to secure their Super League status. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Lp7GL7

Ashes 2019: Jofra Archer stars as England take first-innings lead over Australia

England end day two of the fifth Ashes Test with a lead of 78 runs over Australia, thanks to Jofra Archer's 6-62. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ZYP6l6

England: Bulgaria criticise Gareth Southgate's comments about racism

Bulgaria's football chief expresses his "indignation and disappointment" at comments by Gareth Southgate about possible racism at their Euro 2020 qualifier. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ndl5Z0

Vuelta a Espana: Remi Cavagna seals first Grand Tour win as Primoz Roglic retains lead

Frenchman Remi Cavagna sealed his first Grand Tour stage win on a day that featured mid-stage controversy in the Vuleta a Espana on Friday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ae81Kg

Goals, thrills and rising stars: Why Serie A is the league to watch

BBC Sport visits Italy to find out why the influx of established stars and a new crop of young Italian players, means Serie A could be the competition to follow this season. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NfgbdU

Tyson Fury v Otto Wallin: Vegas to witness 'best Fury we have seen', says Steve Bunce

A resurgent Tyson Fury might have one eye on a Deontay Wilder rematch but he cannot afford a slip-up against underdog Otto Wallin in Vegas on Saturday. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NdLJky

Rugby World Cup quiz: Do you remember these great moments?

Trash talk, haka challenges, new stars burning bright and nation-uniting triumphs - how much do you remember of these great Rugby World Cup moments? from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NWphvH

Sir Dave Brailsford: Team Ineos boss waiting on results of prostate cancer surgery

Team Ineos boss Sir Dave Brailsford says he will find out on Saturday whether surgery he had last month for prostate cancer has been successful. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31jhWdz

Aymeric Laporte out until January or February, says Man City manager Pep Guardiola

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte will be out until next January or February, says manager Pep Guardiola. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/308sKK4

Russian ice hockey team award AK-47 rifle as man of the match prize

A Russian ice hockey team will award players selected as man of the match in home games an AK-47 rifle. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/31je7op

Solheim Cup 2019: Europe take slender lead over United States after foursomes

Europe lead the United States 2½-1½ after Friday's opening Solheim Cup foursomes at Gleneagles, Scotland. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Lttmpj

Basketball World Cup: Spain beat Australia in double overtime to reach final

Spain beat Australia 95-88 in double overtime to claim a place in the Basketball World Cup final in China. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2NW9U6t

Williams extend Mercedes engine partnership to 2025 at least

Williams sign a new agreement to use Mercedes engines in Formula 1 for at least the next six years. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Q8mimD

Rugby World Cup 2019: New Zealand's Luke Jacobson ruled out of tournament

New Zealand back-row forward Luke Jacobson is ruled out of the World Cup after suffering a "delayed onset of concussion". from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2UVGM0K

Manchester United: Harry Maguire can captain a big club - Solskjaer

Man Utd manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes Harry Maguire has the character to captain a big club after impressing at Old Trafford since signing from Leicester for £80m - a world record fee for a defender. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2Ac2eou