　　中新网娄底4月27日电(傅煜李中声)铺陈在绿植红花间的笔直跑道，近千米长如蓝色巨龙的厂房，与身着各色衣衫的奔跑者相映成趣。27日，跑进多家绿色工厂的2024湖南娄底“材料谷”马拉松激情上演，来自25个省、自治区、直辖市和肯尼亚、日本、加拿大、巴西、塞尔维亚等国的1万余名中外选手同场竞技，共享运动之美。

2024年田径分区邀请赛（西北）开赛

　　中新网西安4月27日电(记者张一辰)2024年田径分区邀请赛(西北)27日在陕西省田径运动管理中心田径场开赛。本次赛事是中国田协Ⅲ级赛事，共吸引了来自全国的300余名运动员参赛。

4500名跑者脚步丈量“诗经之乡” 助推文体旅融合发展

　　中新网陕西彬州4月27日电(记者张一辰)2024彬州半程马拉松27日在彬州市奥体中心东门鸣枪开跑，4500名马拉松跑者相聚于此，奔跑公刘故里，打卡诗经之乡。

Varane could leave Man Utd for free - Saturday's gossip

Manchester United could let Raphael Varane leave for free, Barcelona are considering Luis Diaz, plus more.

2024年全国群众登山健身大会山东青岛启幕吸引各地两千余爱好者参与

　　中新网青岛4月27日电(王宇轩徐艺茹)2024年全国群众登山健身大会27日在山东省青岛市市北区启幕。本次活动以“奋进新征程运动促健康”为主题，吸引来自全国各地两千余名登山爱好者参加。

Video surfaces of 326-POUND Chiefs draftee Kingsley Suamataia producing incredible standing jump out of a pool... after OT was selected by Kansas City with 63rd pick at the NFL Draft

Incredible video footage of massive Chiefs draftee Kingsley Suamataia jumping out of a pool surfaced on Friday night after Kansas City selected him in the second round.

Georgia star Javon Bullard screams 'I'm a F****NG Packer' in joyous scenes with his family after getting NFL Draft call from Green Bay in second round

Georgia safety Javon Bullard shared a joyous moment with his family on Friday night, screaming 'I'm a f****ng Packer!' after getting an all-important call from Green Bay.

中国女羽尤伯杯首秀 “雪藏”主力轻取新加坡

　　中新社成都4月27日电 (记者贺劭清岳依桐郝凌宇)2024年汤姆斯杯暨尤伯杯决赛(以下简称成都2024汤尤杯)27日上午在成都拉开战幕。尤伯杯揭幕战中，未派出全部主力的中国女队5：0轻松击败新加坡女队，获得“开门红”。

汤姆斯杯成都揭幕马来西亚、韩国队赢得开门红

　　中新社成都4月27日电 (记者岳依桐贺劭清郝凌宇)2024年汤姆斯杯暨尤伯杯决赛(以下简称成都2024汤尤杯)27日上午在成都挥拍开赛。汤姆斯杯揭幕战中，马来西亚队5：0战胜中国香港队，韩国队则5：0零封加拿大队。

安赛龙成都2024汤尤杯秀“十级中文”：中国是我的第二个家

　　中新网成都4月27日电(记者贺劭清岳依桐郝凌宇)“很多中国球迷为我们加油，让我很感动，可以说中国是我的第二个家。”27日，羽毛球男单世界排名第一的丹麦队选手安赛龙在成都2024汤尤杯小组赛直落两局击败阿尔及利亚队选手。心情大好的安赛龙在混采区秀起了自己的“十级中文”，以及对成都的“麻辣印象”。

Luka Doncic reunites with Real Madrid president Florentino Perez as the soccer chief heads to Dallas to watch his former basketball star inspire the Mavs to victory over the LA Clippers

Prior to their NBA playoff game against the LA Clippers, Doncic shared a warm embrace with Perez, who headed to Dallas' American Airlines Center to watch his former basketball player in action.

Geelong premiership winner DEFENDS decision to ban skinfolds on juniors as his son aims to follow in his footsteps

Former Geelong star Cameron Mooney has defended the AFL 's decision to ban skinfolds on juniors as his own son Jagger aspires to follow in his footsteps and play at the top level

第二十二届玉珠峰登山大会开幕挑战海拔6178米峰顶

　　中新网西宁4月27日电 (记者张添福)第二十二届玉珠峰登山大会27日在青海省海西州格尔木市开幕。

Eagles DE Brandon Graham shouts 'Dallas sucks!' while onstage at 2024 NFL Draft, before Philly selects Iowa CB Cooper DeJean

Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham couldn't help but take a shot at the Cowboys when he was brought onstage to announce a pick on Friday night.

成都2024汤尤杯挥拍开赛球迷观赛热情高涨

　　中新网成都4月27日电 (记者岳依桐贺劭清郝凌宇)2024年道达尔能源·汤姆斯杯暨尤伯杯决赛(以下简称“成都2024汤尤杯”)27日在成都挥拍开赛。9天时间里，来自全球20个国家和地区的32支队伍将在成都角逐胜利。

OJ Simpson's Bank of America Credit Card is auctioned for over $10k... as seller says he's 'donating 10 percent of proceeds to National Network to End Domestic Violence'

OJ Simpson's Bank of America credit card has been auctioned off for more than $10k roughly two weeks after his death.

2024汤尤杯前瞻：汤杯诸强争雄尤杯“三足鼎立”

　　中新社北京4月27日电 (记者郝凌宇)4月27日至5月5日，2024年汤尤杯世界羽毛球团体锦标赛于成都举行。作为羽毛球项目最重要的团体赛事之一，本届汤尤杯汇聚了全球羽坛众多名将，汤姆斯杯争夺呈现多强并起的局面，尤伯杯的最终赢家可能来自中日韩三队之一。

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters provides an updated timeline for the date of Manchester City's trial over alleged 115 financial rule-break charges

Richard Masters (pictured) has shed light on a potential timeline for the looming trial Man City will undergo after being charged by the Premier League for 115 breaches of financial regulations.

Get the party started! Leicester are PROMOTED back to the Premier League at the first attempt, as Leeds' miserable defeat confirms automatic place, with Foxes kicking off wild celebrations

On Friday night, Leicester's fate was confirmed at the earliest opportunity as Daniel Farke's side were beaten 4-0 by QPR in West London.

Michael Penix Jr. had a 'good conversation' with Kirk Cousins after being controversially picked by the Falcons in the NFL Draft... amid confusion over Atlanta adding him to QB room alongside $180m recruit

Just over a month since handing Cousins a four-year, $180million contract, the Falcons stunned both their new recruit and fans by picking Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick at this week's NFL Draft.

'Creepy' man grins and wobbles his head after nibbling on a boy's ear at the World Snooker Championship - as police continue to review bizarre viral clip of the incident

Viewers noticed the strange moment in the background of Thursday's coverage of the World Championship at The Crucible in Sheffield.

The reckoning starts here for Ange Postecoglou - next six games are crucial for the Aussie as he attempts to steer Tottenham towards Champions League qualification in his maiden campaign at the club

No trophies. Nothing new there. More flair, big tick from the faithful. But can they qualify for the Champions League? Will they fizzle into the Europa League? Or worse?

Kelly Oubre's car accident 'being investigated by Philadelphia Police's internal affairs division' after Sixers wing was not punished for allegedly running a red light and smashing his Lamborghini into another driver

Kelly Oubre's car accident this week is reportedly being investigated by the Philadelphia Police Department's Internal Affairs Division after he received no punishment.

斯诺克世锦赛：吉尔伯特晋级八强斯佳辉暂时落后

　　中新社北京4月27日电北京时间27日晨，2024年斯诺克世锦赛结束正赛第七日的较量。从资格赛晋级的大卫·吉尔伯特以13比4轻取种子选手米尔金斯，成为本次世锦赛中首位晋级八强的球员。16强中的中国“独苗”斯佳辉在前两个赛段以7比9暂时落后。

Former WWE Chairman Vince McMahon to sever final ties with wrestling promotion by selling his TKO shares and ending fifty-year association with the company...as he battles sex trafficking lawsuit

Vince McMahon will end his fifty-year association with WWE by selling his remaining shares in TKO to confirm his exit from the wrestling promotion.

Jonny Bairstow stakes his claim for a place in England's T20 World Cup squad... as the Yorkshireman hits an unbeaten century for Punjab Kings in the IPL

The previously out-of-form Bairstow responded with nine sixes as Punjab Kings completed a record T20 chase with eight wickets and eight balls to spare.

Harry Kane 'set for major bonus payment' after meeting a clause in Bayern Munich contract during his prolific first season at the club

Kane, however, has enjoyed a hugely productive campaign following his move from Tottenham last year. The striker has continued to find the net with regularity.

Mikel Arteta reveals he has consulted Arsene Wenger as Arsenal's run-in heats up - as the Spaniard aims to follow his former boss' lead by securing the Gunners' first Premier League title in two decades

The league leaders go into Sunday's north London derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium seeking a first title since the Invincibles of 2004.

Marcus Rashford's rollercoaster career: A dream start with two goals in Man United victory, campaigning against child poverty, a 12-hour tequila bender and social media abuse

The forward has had a difficult season on the pitch, failing to match the achievements of his 30-goal haul during the 2022-23 campaign, scoring eight times so far across all competitions this season.

Caitlin Clark gets a standing ovation at Pacers game as new Indiana Fever star is presented to the crowd before Bucks playoff clash in a RACECAR

Clark, the college-basketball sensation selected by Indiana with the first pick of the WNBA Draft, was at Gainbridge Fieldhouse to watch her male counterparts face Milwaukee.

Red Bull chief Mario Gomez predicts soccer could be one of USA's leading sports in 'five to 10 years'... while urging the New York Red Bulls not to accept simply extending their 14-year playoff streak this season

JAKE FENNER IN LEIPZIG, GERMANY: Mario Gomez believes there will be plenty of growth within the United States soccer scene in the coming years.

Aussie footy legend roasted by two-time major winner Bubba Watson over his golf technique as LIV Adelaide enjoys record opening day crowd

Richmond great Matthew Richardson was an incredible AFL player, but his golf swing may need more work after he was roasted live on air by two-time Majors champion Bubba Watson

Leicester mock Leeds with 'I predict a riot' tweet after the Foxes secured promotion to the Premier League as their rivals lost to QPR

While Leicester have secured automatic promotion, Leeds, who are in second place in the Championship, still have work to do if they are to go up.

Bath 12-15 Saracens: Owen Farrell scores a late penalty to send visitors up to second in the race for play-offs... as England head coach Steve Borthwick watches on

ALEX BYWATER AT THE REC: Farrell was described as 'unreal' and 'magnificent' after he served up a reminder of what Saracens and England will miss next season.

Erik ten Hag urges Man United fans to back Marcus Rashford after forward spoke out over 'months of abuse' and said 'enough is enough' as he struggles to match last season's form

Rashford took to social media in the early hours of Friday morning to call out what he feels has been months of 'abuse' aimed in his direction.

Pep Guardiola reveals how Phil Foden can get even BETTER, as he hails the 'unbelievable' Man City forward following two-goal display in dominant win over Brighton

JACK GAUGHAN: Pep Guardiola (left) wants Phil Foden (right) to take his foot off the gas as Man City drive in search of an unprecedented fourth consecutive Premier League crown.

Patrick Mahomes works alongside QB trainer Jeff Christensen again - this time with Travis Kelce - three weeks after throwing to new Chiefs teammate Marquise 'Hollywood' Brown in practice sessions with coach

The Chiefs' quest for a three-peat is already well underway as Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce were seen practicing with quarterback trainer Jeff Christensen this week.

ED CHAMBERLIN: April has been enlivened by his historic pursuit of the trainers' gong and last-day heartache can turn to joy… ask Man City!

Standing in front of a camera on the day titles are decided requires ruthlessness. There is always the potential for two stories but one, immediately, will be ditched.

Ex-Liverpool wonderkid is released by non-league side Ebbsfleet, as 28-year-old who was once sold for £15m moves on after just one appearance

During his brief stint at Stonebridge Road the 28-year-old would make just one league appearance, coming off the bench against Oldham in February.

八国篮球运动员走进云南澜沧在边境幸福村打起“边BA”

　　中新网普洱4月27日(罗婕陈晨)26日晚，勤锻炼—跟着赛事去旅行2024年云南省边境幸福村体育嘉年华启幕，由云南各州市组成的32支三人篮球代表队和来自缅甸、老挝、越南、柬埔寨、泰国、尼泊尔、马尔代夫七国的代表球员共聚中缅边境普洱市澜沧县，打起“边BA”，以赛促进友谊交往和文化体育交流。

Arsenal can't get caught in derby chaos, writes MARTIN KEOWN, as Mikel Arteta's side look to keep their title ambitions alive against their bitter rivals in the North London derby

MARTIN KEOWN: Spurs face all three horses still in the title race. If they can secure a hat-trick of victories, they will more than deserve their place in the Champions League.

Formula One team announce star will leave at the end of the season... with 18-year-old British sensation Oliver Bearman in pole position to replace him

A door opened and a seat became available on Friday for British teenager Ollie Bearman to secure a place on the Formula One grid next season.

Port Adelaide counts cost of bruising win over Saints as injury toll begins to mount

Injury-hit Port Adelaide was left counting the cost of Friday night's win over dogged St Kilda, with star skipper Connor Rozee, Aliir Aliir and Sam Powell-Pepper all failing to see out the match

中式九球中外对抗赛，中方战队11:0豪取全胜夺冠

　　中新网北京4月27日电据赛事主办方消息，“毒蜘蛛·独牙”杯中式九球中外对抗赛日前在杭州落下帷幕，中方战队11:0豪取全胜战绩斩获冠军。

中超：北京国安“复仇”浙江队张玉宁破门

　　中新网杭州4月27日电(郭天奇)26日，2024赛季中国足球协会超级联赛第8轮，浙江队与北京国安的中超“双绿会”在浙江杭州上演。最终，攻防两端更胜一筹的北京国安依靠张玉宁、曹永竞的进球在客场2比1战胜浙江队，终结了近年来对阵后者的三连败，完成“复仇”。

QPR 4-0 Leeds: Leicester secure PROMOTION back to the Premier League as Daniel Farke's side are hammered at Loftus Road

AADAM PATEL AT LOFTUS ROAD: Goals from Chair, Andersen, Dykes and Field ensured a third defeat in five games for Daniel Farke's side, who now look set for the play-offs

Emma Hayes is ready for her sold-out swansong at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea eye Champions League final spot with a second-leg win over Barcelona

KATHRYN BATTE: On Saturday evening she will be in the Stamford Bridge dugout for the last time, aiming to take Chelsea to only a second European final at the expense of the reigning champions.

Sean Dyche claims being Everton manager is like 'juggling sand' as the Toffees boss looks to stop the endless negativity at the club and lead them to Premier League safety

Being manager of Everton is like 'juggling sand', according to boss Sean Dyche who also compared trying to stop the endless negative noise at the club to 'putting your fingers in the dam'.

Liverpool fans divided on Arne Slot's arrival... with some hailing him the 'best coach in history' due to his 'attacking style' and others claiming he's 'going to get the sack'

The Reds have agreed a compensation package for Slot to succeed Klopp. Earlier this week Slot expressed his desire to be appointed as Liverpool manager.

Why Jurgen Klopp thinks Liverpool's title collapse will make life easier for new boss Arne Slot...as the German swallows pill of 'most disappointing defeat of his career'

Liverpool's title collapse could make life much easier for potential new boss Arne Slot, says Jurgen Klopp.

Giants players left in shock over Korey Cunningham's death as they pay tribute to former New York tackle after passing at 28: 'I'll never understand this one'

Cunningham, an ex-tackle for the Arizona Cardinals and New England Patriots as well as the Giants, died from an apparent suicide after being found at his New Jersey home on Thursday.

Aussie IndyCar star denies cheating allegations after being engulfed in saga that saw Kiwi driver disqualified

Australian racer Will Power said he didn't know Team Penske's push-to-power system was tampered with until after the IndyCar race in Long Beach last weekend

Mauricio Pochettino insists he's not the only one on trial at Chelsea following a faltering campaign... after the Blues boss admitted he hadn't 'crossed paths' with owner Todd Boehly 'in MONTHS'

KIERAN GILL: Pochettino (right) was speaking ahead of a trip to Aston Villa in which Chelsea will look to kickstart a winning run to secure some form of European football.

Hull KR beat Wigan as champions lose ground at top

Hull KR beat Wigan Warriors as the reigning champions lose ground at the top of Super League after a disappointing performance.

Farrell clinches win over Bath as Saracens go second

Saracens move into second in the Premiership with a 15-12 victory over Bath.

Ryan Moore previews his four rides at Navan on Saturday, including star stayer Kyprios in the SBK Vintage Crop Stakes and Camille Pissarro in the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden

Star stayer Kyprios appears to be the one to beat in the SBK Vintage Crop Stakes, while Camille Pissarro can put on a good show in the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maide

Rachael Blackmore provides the inside track on her two rides at Sandown on Saturday - including Henry de Bromhead's promising chaser Amirite in the Gold Cup

Amirite has the chance to run a big race in the the Gold Cup, while Ballyadam will seek to put in another good performance in the Select Hurdle.

Planes (seven), train and automobiles! Jockey Patrick Mullins on his epic quest to help dad Willie be crowned Britain's Champion Trainer for the first time

INTERVIEW BY DOMINIC KING: Once in a lifetime are the words Willie Mullins conjures to describe this historic week and his son, Patrick, sees no reason to disagree.

Watch best of Dundee United's title-clinching draw

Watch the highlights of Dundee United's 0-0 draw away to Airdrieonians that clinched the Scottish Championship title and promotion for the Tangerines.

Alcaraz starts Madrid Open defence with quick win

Carlos Alcaraz begins his Madrid Open title defence with a quick win, but Britain's Jack Draper makes an early exit.

Panthers owner David Tepper enters Charlotte restaurant to confront staff over sign urging him to 'let the coach and GM pick' in the 2024 NFL Draft

Panthers owner David Tepper approached a Charlotte restaurant manager on Thursday after seeing a sign out front that urged him to 'please let the coach and GM pick.'

Teenager Guler scores as Real Madrid close on title

Arda Guler scores on his first La Liga start as Real Madrid close in on the title with victory at Real Sociedad.

Leicester promoted to Premier League after Leeds lose

Leicester City are promoted back to the Premier League after Leeds United are beaten at Queens Parks Rangers.

Real Sociedad 0-1 Real Madrid: Teenager Arda Guler nets only goal as Carlo Ancelotti's side go FOURTEEN points clear at the top of LaLiga

Real Madrid's 19-year-old Turkish international Arda Guller scored the only goal of the game as Carlo Ancelotti's team went 14 points clear at the top of La Liga.

Mullet mania! Benhard Janse van Rensburg is the cult idol of Bristol's play-off charge - with fans growing their hair in tribute

INTERVIEW BY CHRIS FOY: The South African posed for pictures with a group of fans who had turned up to Ashton Gate wearing fake versions of his trademark haircut

Liverpool agree £9.4m Slot deal with Feyenoord

Liverpool agree a £9.4m deal with Feyenoord to allow Arne Slot to become the new Reds manager, succeeding Jurgen Klopp.

The new Travis Kelce? 49ers draft pick Ricky Pearsall is compared to the Chiefs star and three-time Super Bowl winner by former NFL QB Robert Griffin III: 'His game has the same flavor to it'

Does the NFL have its next Travis Kelce? According to retired quarterback Robert Griffin III, the answer is yes in San Francisco 49ers first-round draft choice Ricky Pearsall.

Taylor Swift BOOED by Pat McAfee's audience while interviewing NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell in Detroit - before the host jokes: 'Get louder and she is gonna cook you!'

Taylor Swift was booed by the live audience of 'The Pat McAfee Show' at the NFL Draft in Detroit while he interviewed league commissioner Roger Goodell on Friday afternoon.

Phil Foden has flourished under Pep Guardiola's new tactics, delivered on the biggest occasions and SMASHED his best ever goal tally... how the England star went from supporting cast to Man City's main man

Phil Foden is now Manchester City's leading man, firing the Premier League giants to a record fourth successive title and heavy favourite for PFA Player of the Year.

Ryan Garcia promises to 'KNOCK OUT' Errol Spence Jr after his trainer Derrick James filed a $5MILLION lawsuit against the former welterweight champion

The victory marked Garcia's first fight under the tutelage of Derrick James, a distinguished trainer who previously served as Spence's head coach.

NFL Draft 2024: Malik Nabers is accused of being miserable as he turns up for day one with the New York Giants after they took him at No. 6: 'He didn't even crack a smile... he doesn't wanna be there'

Malik Nabers arrived in New Jersey to begin life as a member of the New York Giants on Friday but the wide receiver didn't look overly excited to be there.

Football Manager predicts that Arne Slot will be sacked as Liverpool manager in February with a current Premier League boss to replace him

Slot, who is currently in charge of Feyenoord, is expected to succeed Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager. The Dutchman revealed his intention to take charge of Liverpool.

Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for Saturday, April 27

Mail Sport's racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Saturday's meetings at Ripon, Doncaster, Wolverhampton, Sandown, Haydock and Leicester.

Lionel Messi posts tribute to Tito Vilanova on the tenth anniversary of the former Barcelona manager's passing

Vilanova coached Barcelona in the 2012-13 season, having previously worked at the club as an assistant coach under Pep Guardiola, winning 14 trophies.

Korey Cunningham, former New York Giants player, found dead at 28 at his home in New Jersey: Cops say fatal injury was 'self-inflicted'

Korey Cunningham, a former NFL player for the New York Giants, Arizona Cardinals and New England Patriots, has died at age 28.

Travis Kelce loves Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' 'fire' red carpet pictures from TIME100 gala in New York - where they met one of Taylor Swift's besties!

Patrick and Brittany Mahomes were in New York on Thursday night at a Time 100 gala where the Chiefs quarterback was an honoree - and Travis Kelce was impressed by their style.

LEWIS FERGUSON EXCLUSIVE: My happiness is playing football ... and in an instant it's just taken away from you

The night after the first major operation of his career, a stricken Lewis Ferguson lay propped up by pillows and pain killers in Bologna's Toniolo Clinic.

After Luke Littler was jeered in Liverpool for being a Man United fan… what clubs do your favourite sports stars support? Super fans, fierce sibling rivalries and a dramatic change of allegiances!

Littler (pictured) wasn't shy to bite back after being booed by those at the event, reminding Liverpool supporters in attendance that they had lost to rivals Everton on Wednesday night.

'Different' England can 'dial up' for Grand Slam

England face France in Bordeaux on Saturday in a third Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider in a row.

BBC and Sky Sports football presenter Alex Scott accepts surprising new job - and says role - which has nothing to do with sport - 'is part of who I am'

Scott is known for being a presenter and pundit during coverage of both men's and women's football matches, featuring on Sky Sports and the BBC.

Boxer, 27, and father of two dies after a brutal knockout in Miami event that left him in an induced coma for three weeks

Congolese heavyweight Ardi Ndembo was competing in a Team Combat League competition when he was knocked to the canvas by opponent Nestor Santana.

2024 NFL Draft: Brian Thomas Jr sends well wishes to Jaguars executive Tony Khan as he wore a neck brace after getting knocked out by a piledriver on AEW earlier this week

New Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr sent well wishes to team executive Tony Khan, who was seen wearing a neck brace in the franchise's 'war room' on Thursday night.

Liverpool youngster Kieran Morrison, 17, signs his first professional contract after impressing for the under-18s this season

Morrison started the season in centre midfield and was moved to the right wing where has has delivered a number of bright displays for Marc Bridge-Wilkinson's u-18 side.

Bairstow century leads Punjab to record T20 run-chase

Jonny Bairstow's astonishing 108 from 48 balls leads Punjab Kings to the highest-ever successful T20 run-chase.

NFL Draft 2024: Taylor Swift approves of the Chiefs picking Xavier Worthy as Travis Kelce's girlfriend likes a video of Kansas City's new star being selected

The pop sensation - and Travis Kelce 's girlfriend - has become an avid Chiefs fan in recent months thanks to her high-profile relationship with the Super Bowl winner.

Bayern Munich chief CONFIRMS 'talks are ongoing' for Ralf Rangnick to replace Thomas Tuchel with a decision on the club's managerial future expected 'within a week'

Bayern Munich executive Uli Hoeness (inset) revealed the club will make a decision on their managerial future in the coming days amid links with Ralf Rangnick(left)

Leicester, Leeds and Ipswich striving to reach the Premier League, a tense Championship relegation scrap and Derby hoping to get back up... all the EFL permutations ahead of a huge weekend

A massive weekend lies in store across the EFL with promotion, play-off and relegation matters set to be decided across all three divisions.

Arabian Crown slashed to 6-1 second favourite for the Betfred Derby after impressive victory in Sandown's bet365 Classic Trial

Arabian Crown is the 6-1 second favourite for the Betfred Derby after professional three-and-a-quarter length win in Sandown's bet365 Classic Trial.

Liverpool's Arne Slot bill could reach more than £13m as Reds tell Feyenoord they will improve offer for manager and staff, BUT Dutch side will not allow entire backroom team to be wiped out

Liverpool have communicated their intention to make an improved offer to Feyenoord for Arne Slot as they close in on appointing their new head coach.

Enzo Fernandez shares a photo from the hospital bed after successful surgery... as the Chelsea star reveals his groin injury left him in 'intense' pain for 'six months'

In a post on his Instagram, Fernandez revealed that the issue had been plaguing him for several months, with the discomfort increasing in recent weeks.

We're still young and need to get even better - Hojlund

Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund talks to Football Focus about his debut season and what it has been like breaking through alongside Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho.

'Magnificent' - GB's Whitehouse retains European floor title

Watch as Great Britain's Luke Whitehouse retains his floor title at the Gymnastics European Championships in Rimini, Italy.

'The brutal message that Cristiano Ronaldo sent to Ralf Rangnick' when they worked together at Manchester United is revealed, with Portuguese star 'making demands over game time'

Ronaldo returned to Old Trafford in 2021 when United were managed by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, but the Norwegian was dismissed in November that year.

Travis Kelce 'is the biggest winner' from NFL 2024 Draft after the Chiefs picked Xavier Worthy, claims ex-NFL star Luke Kuelchy as he makes fascinating prediction for next season

Travis Kelce will get even better for the Kansas City Chiefs next season after his team picked Xavier Worthy, according to former Carolina Panthers star Luke Kuelchy.

Crucible 'will be retired' before me, says Higgins

Four-time world champion John Higgins says he will not be retiring and expects to outlast the Crucible in snooker by playing into his 50s.

Mark Allen believes he's found the balance to keep on partying but stay focused on his game as he looks to land his first-ever Snooker world title

Mark Allen believes he has found the right balance and there is still time to party as he bids to win his first Snooker world title.

NBA star Joel Embiid is diagnosed with Bell's palsy after suffering from 'bad migraines' this season... but he still puts up 50 points in the 76ers' playoff win over the Knicks: 'I'm going to keep fighting through anything'

Embiid wore sunglasses to the podium after he scored 50 points in the Sixers' Game 3 win over the New York Knicks and said he's dealt with various symptoms such as blurred vision and dry eyes.

South Yorkshire Police confirm they are reviewing footage after viral video emerges of a man bizarrely biting a young boy's ear at the World Snooker Championship

Seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry was speaking during a break in play in coverage of the afternoon session when the disturbing moment could be seen in the background.

Arne Slot faces a huge leap up at Liverpool... Big names from Holland often don't cut it here, writes GRAEME SOUNESS. Plus, why it would be no surprise if an agreement has been made to sell Mo Salah

GRAEME SOUNESS: Liverpool have shown a vulnerability and weakness I did not think existed. The season has gone flat and the title has gone now. I did not see this coming.

NFL Draft 2024: Jets pick Olu Fashanu's mother and girlfriend have epic power struggle on live TV in hilarious moment

As soon as Olu Fashanu hung up the phone with the Jets, finding out he was New York-bound, the former Penn State lineman's mother and girlfriend to his right both wanted a piece of him.

Bunny Shaw is OUT of Manchester City's final three games of the season after the WSL's top scorer suffered foot injury in major dent to the club's title bid

Manchester City suffer major blow after star striker and the WSL's top scorer, Bunny Shaw is ruled out for the club's final three games of the season.

Jamie Carragher reveals which former Premier League boss would be his choice to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool INSTEAD of Arne Slot as Reds begin talks to hire the Dutchman

Slot (left) himself seemed to put the wheels further in motion when he revealed on Thursday that he would like to take over Liverpool form next season, with the clubs now needing to agree a fee.

England flanker Kabeya on rugby's growth & inclusivity

England flanker Sadia Kabeya answers questions from team-mates and family on the growth and inclusivity of women's rugby before the Six Nations Grand Slam decider against France.

Premier League: West Ham host Liverpool, before six more games

Listen to BBC Radio 5 Live commentary and follow live text coverage as West Ham face Liverpool plus six more games in the Premier League.

Jurgen Klopp breaks silence on Arne Slot's impending move to Liverpool as outgoing Anfield boss calls role 'the best job in the world' ahead of his emotional exit

LEWIS STEELE: Mail Sport understands that Liverpool and the Feyenoord boss are in advanced negotiation stages and a deal for Slot to join the club could be finalised this weekend.

Kudus on West Ham, Moyes and trending celebrations

Liam MacDevitt speaks to West Ham's Mohammed Kudus about his first season as a Premier League player.

Skeldon out as Scotland make further changes

Scotland make three changes for their final Six Nations match away to Ireland as they chase a best finish since 2005.

Premier League icon looks unrecognisable in this throwback snap... so can you figure out who the former star, who has been back in the headlines this week, is?

The former midfielder, who enjoyed plenty of success in their career, will welcome his third child later this year - 18 years after the last - after it was revealed his girlfriend is pregnant.

THREE Liverpool stars are named among the Premier League's most wasteful finishers this season - but who else has lacked killer instinct?

The Reds have struggled to find the back of the net - and their scoring woes has been costly, so much so that Liverpool have seemingly dropped out of the title race after their loss to Everton.

Sam Kerr's racial harassment court proceedings delayed until May 20 - five days before Chelsea's potential Champions League Final - after her defence requests more time to submit arguments in bid to have case thrown out

The footballer's lawyers had been due in court today to make an abuse of process application Kerr did not appear in the southwest London court today, nor did any of her legal team.

Chelsea have to be 'perfect' against Barca - Hayes

Emma Hayes says Chelsea have to be “perfect” to be able to progress from their Women’s Champions League semi-final against Barcelona.

Owen Farrell to play one last international with World XV before becoming ineligible for England selection... ahead of blockbuster move to French giants Racing 92

ALEX BYWATER: Owen Farrell (pictured) will leave his boyhood side Saracens at the end of the current season. Playing his club rugby in the TOP14 means he won't be available to England.

Wayne Rooney reveals bizarre bedtime routine that leaves his gaming team-mates STUNNED - as they joke Man United's legend's strange habit is due to 'the PTSD of Sir Alex Ferguson'

Rooney, who was part of the punditry team for Everton 's huge Premier League win over Liverpool on Wednesday, made the admission while playing FIFA Pro Clubs with streamers Girth N Turf.

WSL top scorer Shaw out for season with foot injury

Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw is ruled out for the remainder of the season with a foot injury.

England's model professionals! Rugby Red Roses are determined to seal a SIXTH consecutive Six Nations title against France tomorrow - and they're thriving off the field too

ALEX BYWATER: Ahead of this Six Nations, England's players took part in a lifestyle photoshoot with the aim of taking women's rugby to new audiences. They are certainly doing that.

Jack Grealish poses in his first photo for Pepsi after 'signing a SEVEN-FIGURE deal' with the drinks company to front their new advert in latest brand endorsement

It's the latest big-money brand deal for the sportsman, who has already collaborated with Bose and German sportswear brand Puma (pictured inset), in a £10 million deal.

Tottenham 'understand consequences' against Arsenal

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou says his players are aware at what is at stake against Arsenal.

Sutton's Premier League predictions v Ride

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Ride's Andy Bell & Steve Queralt to make predictions for this weekend's Premier League games.

Former Premier League star SKIPS the birth of his first child to play a match - despite having permission to be at his partner's side - and scores the winner!

The Villarreal forward swerved the birth of baby Emma to go and score a 92th-minute winner against Almeria.

Ten Hag snubs journalists in news conference

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag bans three media outlets from asking questions at his news conference on Friday.

'Disgusted' Milkins throws cue after missed red

Robert Milkins throws his cue to the ground in disgust after missing a red during his World Snooker Championship second-round match against David Gilbert.

Thomas Tuchel hails Eric Dier as an 'EXCELLENT signing' for Bayern Munich and admits he has 'exceeded expectations' since joining former Spurs team-mate Harry Kane in Germany

Eyebrows were hoisted up when Bayern signed Dier on loan from Tottenham in January but he has already become one of their key players.

Revealed: Portsmouth fans spread HUMAN ASHES on their pitch in a mid-pitch-invasion ceremony... killing the grass and leaving it damaged for their last game of the season

Thousands of jubilant Pompey fans raced onto the pitch after a 3-2 win over Barnsley on April 16 took the club up into the Championship.

Erik ten Hag demands his attackers put in greater defensive effort with Man United leaking goals at an alarming rate... with Antony and Marcus Rashford targets of fan criticism

Bruno Fernandes would go on to inspire United to a 4-2 win over the struggling Blades, but Ten Hag is unhappy with his side's effort and discipline out of possession.

England fans are banned from taking FRUIT into Euro 2024 stadiums as Germany 'seek to boost sausage sales'... and offenders could be blocked from attending ALL games at the tournament if caught

An apple or banana is a seemingly innocuous treat that some might be tempted to take into stadiums, but such smuggling comes with high risk.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe reveals when Bruno Guimaraes' £100m release clause expires... with Man City and Arsenal both showing interest in the Brazilian midfielder

The Brazilian is admired by Manchester City, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain , and the club expect enquiries for him following the season's end.

Bayern Munich boss Tuchel unmoved by fan petition

Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel won't be "influenced" by a petition urging him to remain at the club.

Bayern Munich fans start a petition urging club to KEEP Thomas Tuchel as head coach this summer... and insist they 'don't want' frontrunner Ralf Rangnick after Man United flop confirms talks with Bundesliga giants

The former Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain manager (left) was handed his marching orders at the end of February after overseeing a turbulent ten months with the serial champions.

Marcus Rashford offers worrying update as he speaks out over 'months and months of abuse' after being booed by Man United fans - as supporters pin the blame on YouTuber's rants

Marcus Rashford (left) has endured a difficult season on the pitch, failing to match the achievements of his 30-goal haul during the 2022-23 campaign, scoring eight goals so far across all competitions.

Mullins eyes British title at Sandown finale

Willie Mullins will look to clinch the British jump trainers' championship at Sandown on Saturday - and become the first Irishman to do so in 70 years.

中国反兴奋剂中心：积极配合世界反兴奋剂机构合规性评审

　　中新社北京4月26日电中国反兴奋剂中心26日发表声明称，注意到世界反兴奋剂机构(WADA)将对中国反兴奋剂中心开展遵守《世界反兴奋剂条例》的合规性评审，对此将予以积极配合；强烈谴责境外机构和媒体歪曲事实，中国反兴奋剂中心保留采取适当法律行动的权利。

Russian tennis player Maria Timofeeva, 20, reveals thieves stole 'more than €10,000' from her bank account and left her 'freaking out' while she was in Madrid competing at a WTA event

The 20-year-old, who sits No 99 in the WTA's world rankings, had been attempting to qualify for the WTA1000 Mutua Madrid Open this week.

Sky axe popular football show after just two series - as 'gutted' producer shares emotional farewell statement

In a shock to fans, Sky have opted to cancel one of their popular football shows. The news was confirmed by one of the programme's producers via an emotional post onto their social media pages.

'No need to change Europe Ryder Cup eligibility for LIV players'

New DP World Tour chief Guy Kinnings says "there is no reason why players who have taken LIV membership could not qualify or be available for selection".

REVEALED: Premier League clubs face MORE mayhem next season as fixture dates for 2024/25 are released... and there are 'no obvious solutions' to some of the clashes between European and domestic games

Top teams face the possibility of three clashes between midweek European games and Carabao Cup assignments.

Son Heung-min vows that Tottenham will do everything to 'bounce back' for their clash against rivals Arsenal... as Spurs captain insists his side are ready to 'step up' in the North London derby

MATT BARLOW: Son Heung-min has vowed Tottenham will do everything to bounce back in the North London derby after an 'unacceptable performance' on their last outing.

奥运冠军许昕变身体育老师鼓励学生不惧困难

主办方供图　　中新网北京4月26日电(记者邢蕊)4月26日，“中华体育精神大讲堂”校园宣讲、“冠军体育课”运动员进校园活动走进北京市海淀区中关村第三小学。乒乓球奥运冠军许昕化身特派“体育老师”现场分享成长故事，阐释中华体育精神内涵，并与学生切磋球技，为全校2000多名师生带来了一堂生动的“体育课”。

高原足球“青超联赛”将开赛首次实现农体文旅商深度融合

　　中新网西宁4月26日电 (记者胡贵龙孙睿)“本次联赛在青海足球赛事历史上，首次提出‘涉农’的参赛资格，首次实现农体文旅商深度融合办。”青海省足球协会主席杨海宁26日在“大美青海·高原足球”超级联赛新闻发布会上表示。

韩国“天才少女”安洗莹：希望通过汤尤杯找回自我

　　中新网成都4月26日电 (记者贺劭清郝凌宇岳依桐)26日下午，韩国“天才少女”、女单世界排名第一的安洗莹在成都表示，希望通过成都2024汤尤杯找回自我，找回竞技状态。

日本名将桃田贤斗：一直对羽毛球保持热情

　　中新网成都4月26日电 (记者郝凌宇贺劭清岳依桐)“从我开始打羽毛球到现在，过程中有挫折也有收获，但是我一直对羽毛球保持热情。”26日上午，日本名将桃田贤斗在成都表示，退出日本国家队后，他仍然会从事让更多人爱上羽毛球、让羽毛球这项运动变得更强的活动。

2024密云生态马拉松5月26日开跑参赛规模达1.2万人

启动仪式。主办方供图　　中新网北京4月26日电 2024密云生态马拉松新闻发布会26日在北京举行。发布会上，组委会介绍了今年的赛事亮点，并发布了完赛奖牌、参赛服装等信息。

PLAYER RATINGS: Phil Foden rewarded Pep Guardiola for granting him freedom and Kyle Walker was relentless, but which Brighton star learnt brutal lesson and earned 4/10?

PLAYER RATINGS: Mail Sport's Kieran Gill rates the players as Manchester City cruised to a 4-0 win over Brighton as the reigning champions closed the gap to Premier League leaders Arsenal to a point.

Kevin De Bruyne reveals which position he sees Phil Foden playing for Man City in the future as he says team-mate 'has gone up another level' this season after Brighton brace

Kevin De Bruyne has revealed which position he sees Phil Foden playing for Man City going forward after the Englishman put in another man of the match display against Brighton.

Dodgers pitcher makes incredible reflex catch

Watch as Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto catches a ball travelling at 104mph during their 2-1 win over the Washington Nationals.

Roma win extraordinary 18-minute match against Udinese 11 DAYS after the two teams kicked off - with the game initially abandoned after defender Evan Ndicka collapsed on the pitch

The first meeting between the two clubs took place during their scheduled fixture on April 14, but play was suspended in the 72nd minute after Roma's Evan Ndicka (pictured top left) collapsed.

“体育支教”再出发：体育路上不落下每一个孩子

　　中新网兰州4月26日电 (戴文昌)“体育路上不落下每一个孩子。”国家体育总局青少年体育司副司长姜庆国日前在甘肃表示，“体育支教”不仅给乡村的孩子打开了认识世界的一扇窗，也让参与支教的志愿者了解基层、收获成长。

All-female refereeing team set to officiate Serie A match for the first time ever this weekend... as they are placed in charge of runaway champions Inter Milan

The crew will take charge of Inter Milan's match against Torino at the San Siro, with the Nerazzuri still joyous after sealing the Serie A title on Monday.

中国反兴奋剂中心：强烈谴责境外机构媒体歪曲事实

　　中新网4月26日电据国家体育总局反兴奋剂中心网站消息，26日，中国反兴奋剂中心发布《关于世界反兴奋剂机构对中国反兴奋剂中心开展合规性评审的声明》，内容如下：

Manchester United risk staff upset by 'scrapping traditional perks ahead of next month's FA Cup final' as Sir Jim Ratcliffe continues Ineos' strict cost-cutting drive

It is thought that after completing his £1.3bn purchase of a 25 per cent stake in the club, Sir Jim Ratcliffe (pictured right) was alarmed by the extent of Manchester United's excessive spending habits.

Nico Rosberg can be the star man on Sky Sports' revamped Formula One coverage with Martin Brundle forced to cut down on race visits

POLE POSITION - JONATHAN MCEVOY: Tuning in on Sunday morning, the star of the show to my mind was Nico Rosberg. He was in the commentary box with my old pal David Croft.

Odegaard - Arsenal's quiet 'captain marvel'

Martin Odegaard is proving a shining example for his team-mates as he looks to captain Arsenal to a first Premier League title in 20 years.

青海首届“村BA”篮球总决赛打响揭幕战

　　中新网青海大通4月26日电 (记者张添福)26日，2024青海省“村BA”篮球总决赛在西宁市大通回族土族自治县拉开战幕。

'Could do with a little protection!' Buttler tries out baseball

Watch as England's T20 captain Jos Buttler tries his hand at baseball with former Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Chase Utley.

Italy result 'won't alter Irish approach to Scots'

Ireland assistant coach John McKee says his side's approach to their game against Scotland will not be altered by the result of Italy's game in Wales.

Lionesses Toone and Russo have got some big news

Best friends and England teammates Ella Toone and Alessia Russo are reuniting for a very exciting project.

Chelsea's Bright on 'biggest game of career' against Barca

Chelsea captain Millie Bright tells BBC Sport it is the "biggest game of our careers" as the Blues prepare to take on Barcelona in the Women's Champions League semi-finals on Saturday.

中新电竞对话Bin：过去的遗憾只会让我变得更强

　　中新网北京4月26日电(记者王昊)“等着被我虐吧！”Bin在LPL春季赛夺冠后的发布会如此对MSI的对手喊话，现场响起小小的笑声，他本人也眯起眼睛显得心情很好。在去年频频与冠军擦身而过后，今年春天，他和BLG笑到了最后。

点球大战不敌印尼队，韩国男足40年来首次无缘奥运

　　中新网4月26日电北京时间26日凌晨，2024年U23男足亚洲杯暨巴黎奥运会预选赛继续在卡塔尔多哈进行。韩国队经点球大战以总比分12:13不敌印度尼西亚队，未能跻身本届赛事四强的同时，自1984年以来首度无缘奥运会。

崔永熙回应报名NBA选秀：这方面的挑战要去做

　　中新网北京4月26日电 26日晚，2023-24赛季中国男子篮球职业联赛(CBA联赛)1/4决赛继续进行，广州男篮主场迎战新疆男篮。赛前，广州男篮锋线球员崔永熙回应了他报名参加2024年美职篮(NBA)选秀一事。

Bears make Williams first pick in NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears make Caleb Williams the first pick of the 2024 NFL Draft as a record six quarterbacks go in the first 12 selections.

0比2爆冷负于埃弗顿，利物浦基本退出英超冠军争夺

　　北京时间4月25日凌晨，英超第29轮补赛上演默西塞德郡德比，利物浦在客场爆冷以0比2负于埃弗顿，这是埃弗顿时隔将近14年再次在主场战胜同城对手利物浦。

斯诺克世锦赛产生16强种子选手半数出局平纪录

　　中新社北京4月26日电北京时间26日晨，2024年斯诺克世锦赛16强全部产生，斯佳辉成中国“独苗”。16名种子选手(世界排名前16位)中半数出局，追平了斯诺克世锦赛正赛首轮种子选手出局人数纪录。

Phil Foden dazzles as unstoppable Man City move with menace towards Premier League summit. Champions refuse to bask in all they've achieved, writes MATT BARLOW

MATT BARLOW AT THE AMEX STADIUM: Man City have been champions for more than a thousand days. They won the title back in May 2021 and on this evidence are not in the mood to relinquish it.

'With title prize in sight, Man City rarely show any weakness'

The manner of Manchester City’s demolition of Brighton sounds an ominous note for anyone wishing to wrestle away their crown, writes Phil McNulty.

De Zerbi 'proud' despite heavy Brighton defeat

Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi says he is proud of his young players despite their 4-0 Premier League defeat by Manchester City at the Amex.

Guardiola delighted by 'really good result'

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is delighted with a "really good result" after his side's 4-0 Premier League win over Brighton at the Amex Stadium.

Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for Friday, April 26

Mail Sport's racing expert Robin Goodfellow delivers his tips for Friday's meetings at Doncaster, Chepstow, Newcastle, Sandown and Perth.

Klopp's REAL legacy will be the helpless looks on the faces of those churned up in his Anfield washing machine, writes IAN LADYMAN

IAN LADYMAN: Jurgen Klopp's eight and a half years at Liverpool have left an indelible mark on the Premier League in a way that goes beyond what was, after all, just a single title.

Liverpool's Premier League title hopes have gone up in smoke just as Jurgen Klopp and Mohamed Salah started to run on empty, writes DOMINIC KING

DOMINIC KING: After that 1-0 defeat to Palace on April 14, Liverpool's first at home in the Premier League for almost two years, Jurgen Klopp's (left) demeanour was noticeably different.

The next king of the Kop! Arne Slot is a Guardiola disciple who gets under Mourinho's skin and his teams attack relentlessly like Klopp. He ticks EVERY box for Liverpool

Slot, the man who is expected to become Liverpool's next king, had lit the blue touch paper in a pre-match press conference. The first leg between the sides had ended in a 1-1 draw.

FA Cup Final tickets for a FIVER! Man United subsidise seats for Under 16s at Wembley when they face Man City next month

EXCLUSIVE: Young Man United fans will be able to attend the FA Cup Final for as little as £5. Mail Sport understands that the club will offer a £30 subsidy to Under 16s for the May 25 showpiece.

The night Nottingham Forest were REALLY robbed by a dodgy ref! 40 years on, the incredible tale of the official who took a bribe

MATT BARLOW: Perhaps someone at Nottingham Forest had this looming anniversary in mind when the Midlands club started peddling conspiracy theories like Donald Trump on polling day.

Meet the NBA dance team trying to change perceptions

Meet the Cleveland Cavaliers senior dance team, who are proving that age is just a number.

Inside the Premier League's social media 'factories': Nottingham Forest's owner dictating posts, Chelsea players put out by Cole Palmer promotion, a banned nickname at Arsenal... and what happens when it goes wrong

Insiders say the 56-year-old Greek will not care about the fallout that followed. He had a point to make and he made it, utilising the platform that provides him with access to tens of millions.

Brittle Man United had to drag themselves back yet AGAIN... Erik ten Hag keeps giving reasons for him not to be part of the club's future, writes CHRIS WHEELER

MANCHESTER UNITED 4-2 SHEFFIELD UNITED - CHRIS WHEELER AT OLD TRAFFORD: Nothing is straightforward for Manchester United at this moment in what has been a tough season.

Liverpool's title chances were washed away on a blue tide of desire. The timing of this 2-0 defeat could not have been worse, writes IAN LADYMAN

EVERTON 2-0 LIVERPOOL - IAN LADYMAN AT GOODISON PARK: The only consolation for Jurgen Klopp was that he didn't have far to go home.

How misfiring Liverpool's title chances slipped away - analysis

Match of the Day's Gary Lineker, Danny Murphy & Micah Richards discuss Liverpool's "concerning" performance in the Merseyside derby.

Slot - the 'control freak' inspired by Guardiola

With Liverpool set to open talks with Arne Slot over their manager's job, BBC Sport looks at the Feyenoord head coach's qualities, and the inspiration he has taken from Pep Guardiola.

Why Gary Neville is WRONG about Mark Clattenburg... and who ARE the columnists who end up getting the bullet?

CRAIG HOPE: The journey that brought Mark Clattenburg on board with the Daily Mail began in the foyer of a social club in Seaham in 2017. He was - not for the first time - at the centre of a media storm.

Booing your own anthem - Hong Kong and a dilemma

Beijing's increasing influence has led to speculation that Hong Kong's days of an independent football scene are numbered.

The controversial dress code at sport's biggest party

Paris will welcome the world this summer, but France's distinctive relationship with religion means its own Olympic athletes will have a different dress code.

Facing disaster - the Forest fans at Hillsborough

Ninety-seven Liverpool fans died as a result of April 1989's Hillsborough disaster. Nottingham Forest fans have been the silent witnesses of the horror that day.

'More than a fighter' - how Rousey finally found peace

Ronda Rousey - judoka, mixed martial artist, wrestler - tells BBC Sport how she has found inner peace after coming back from the lowest point of her career.

Inside the ropes - the life of a caddie

The furthest inside the ropes, the closest to the stars - a caddie's role extends far beyond carrying bags and wiping clubs.

Two brothers, one club and a 40-year wait

Inaki and Nico Williams' parents travelled to Bilbao from Ghana hoping the city would change their sons' lives. Their sons, in turn, have changed the city.

'I couldn't really speak about it' - a decision dividing the WSL

Lost earnings? Lost fitness? Lost opportunities? Lost time? The issues that Women's Super League players weigh up when adding to their families.

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Former MLB player Dustan Mohr is sentenced to nine years in jail for multiple sex crimes against a 13-year-old girl he coached in softball

West Ham vs Liverpool - Premier League: Live score, team news and updates as Jurgen Klopp's side look to bounce back from damaging derby day defeat against Europe chasing Hammers

Revealed: Leicester players rang in promotion celebrations at manager Enzo Maresca's HOUSE after sealing Premier League return... as Marc Albrighton sheds light on Jamie Vardy's inspiring pep talk following back-to-back defeats

Rafael Nadal 'hugely excited' by the prospect of partnering Carlos Alcaraz at the Paris Olympics - as he eyes a third gold medal despite casting doubt on a farewell French Open appearance

Man City, Arsenal and Liverpool stars dominate EA FC 24's Team of the Season squad... but which Chelsea player is included despite a nightmare first season at Stamford Bridge?

Liverpool fans claim Mohamed Salah has 'checked out' after 'sulking' during pre-match warm-up... after Egypt star was DROPPED to the bench for their visit to West Ham

Liverpool AGREE deal with Feyenoord to make Arne Slot their new manager, as Dutch side accept compensation package that could reach £9.42m... and squad are 'delighted' with appointment

Erik ten Hag bans THREE newspapers from asking questions at Man United's Friday press conference... after labelling critical journalists 'disrespectful' following the Red Devils' FA Cup semi-final win

Olivia Dunne's big decision... what's next? The LSU gymnastics star has plenty of options after winning national title including being a full-time influencer, one final season in Baton Rouge, or going into sports reporting!

David Silva receives a guard of honour from Real Madrid AND Real Sociedad players... as the Man City and Spain legend is given a heroes welcome back at his former LaLiga club

ECB sets counties deadline for Hundred proposal

Swiatek breezes past Cirstea at Madrid Open

Mo Salah and Darwin Nunez are DROPPED by Jurgen Klopp for Liverpool's trip to West Ham - after being slammed for their wasteful performances in critical defeat by Everton

Antonio Conte 'reaches an agreement to become Napoli's next coach on £5.5million-per-season deal' as ex-Chelsea and Tottenham boss closes in on return to the dug-out

Trump beats Ford to reach quarter-finals

Adrian Newey 'set for showdown talks with Red Bull' over possible exit from team... but the F1 chief 'has NOT told them he wants to leave yet' - as reports in Italy claim 'Ferrari would have to pay £85m' to lure him to Maranello

Who's a good pundit? Pablo the dog joins MLB commentary booth

Brentford 'villain' Neal Maupay reveals Ivan Toney's SAVAGE mockery of Bees team-mate Kristoffer Ajer in the team's WhatsApp group chat after defender's slip-up against Man City

How Steven Gerrard's fateful slip killed Liverpool's title dream 10 years ago today after Jose Mourinho 'parked two buses' and riled the Anfield crowd to stifle the odds-on Premier League favourites

I have full confidence in Wada - IOC president Bach

Erik ten Hag hints Amad Diallo may finally get his first Man United start of the season... as Reds boss denies he favours misfiring duo Marcus Rashford and Antony too much

Premier League icon reveals Sir Alex Ferguson called him 'every week' in bid to sign him... with Man United and Arsenal 'rolling out the red carpet' for his services before he joined rivals

Tyson Fury looks laser-focused as he releases training footage three weeks out from his undisputed heavyweight showdown with Oleksandr Usyk... and declares he 'wishes it was tonight!'

Jamie Vardy's wife Rebekah posts four-word congratulatory message after Leicester secured promotion... as she joins husband on FaceTime call with Premier League legend

Thomas Tuchel responds to Bayern Munich fans' petition to KEEP him at the club... with over 12,000 supporters calling for the German to stay and Ralf Rangnick not to be appointed

The REAL Evangelos Marinakis: The explosive hire-and-fire merchant behind Forest's outrageous ref rant has another side - yachts, pop songs, big money... and even bigger tantrums

Xabi Alonso was RIGHT to reject Liverpool and Bayern Munich, Didi Hamann claims... as he opens up on the Bayer Leverkusen boss' rapid rise to the top - and what's next for his former team-mate

Michael van Gerwen reveals cheeky two-word nickname for teenage rival Luke Littler... as he admits the pair love 'egging each other on'

Bruno Fernandes hails 'great' Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho - but warns Man United's senior players against putting too much pressure on the club's young stars

Newcastle have NOT demanded £20m from Man United to end Dan Ashworth's gardening leave as arbitration looms... while several players are furious over prospect of post-season Australia trip

EURO FILES: Harry Kane's first season at Bayern Munich can still end in glory if he can win battle with Real Madrid cult hero Antonio Rudiger... while Barcelona are ready to sell Robert Lewandowski this summer

He played one game for Tottenham EVER and it came against Arsenal in the north London derby. Spurs ended up losing 4-1 - can you guess who he is?

Inside Ayrton Senna's last hotel room - and to where the champion fell: 30 years after witnessing F1's most cursed race, OLIVER HOLT returns to Imola in this incredibly moving tribute

EURO 2024 simulated 10,000 times: Cristiano Ronaldo backed to win his second crown with Portugal... but how do Jude Bellingham and England get on?

Former Man United goalkeeper David de Gea posts training video from non-league ground... as the free agent vows to 'come back stronger' after spending almost a year away from football

Brazil legend Romario, 58, admits he's 'f****** tired' after training for the first time since coming out of retirement so he can play alongside his son

Jos Buttler swaps cricket for baseball as the England captain tries his luck at hitting a home run alongside MLB icon Chase Utley to advertise the World Tour in London

Marcus Rashford cannot be painted as an innocent victim when he is looking like the brash £315k-a-week footballer we hoped he wasn't... now selling him IS an option of Man United

Premier League and National League 'in talks over new cup competition'... just days after controversial decision to scrap FA Cup replays

Chelsea defender Niamh Charles admits she has 'grown hugely' from bruising past defeats by Barcelona... as she sets her sights on finally getting the better of the Catalan giants to reach the Champions League final

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Haliburton leads Pacers to win over Bucks

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James Hird's dad calls for independent review of Essendon drugs scandal in wake of Chinese swimming inquiry

Titans select Sweat on day two of NFL Draft

Manly's double trouble with Daly Cherry-Evans and Haumole Olakau'atu both facing bans for ugly tackle on Parramatta's Shaun Lane

Ray 'The Voice of Rugby League' Warren believes he has one more State of Origin in him to bring up 100 games

Murphy has 'positive' talks over permanent Ulster head coach job

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