Thursday, June 30, 2016

'Cheeky chappie Dan Evans can really play'

'Cheeky chappie Dan Evans can really play'
Andy Murray on 'cheeky chappie' Dan Evans' chances against Roger Federer, and meeting former boxer Carl Froch.
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Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Portugal progress after penalties

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Portugal progress after penalties
Catch up with all the goals, match highlights, fun moments and more from Euro 2016 in France.
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Golovkin v Eubank Jr deal 'close'

Golovkin v Eubank Jr deal 'close'
WBC, WBA and IBF middleweight champion Gennady Golovkin is closing in on a deal to fight Britain's Chris Eubank Jr, his promoter says.
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How Wales can beat Belgium in last eight

How Wales can beat Belgium in last eight
Stopping Eden Hazard, feeding Sam Vokes - ex-Wales strikers Dean Saunders and John Hartson on where Friday's Euro 2016 tie will be decided.
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Wimbledon: What not to miss on day five

Wimbledon: What not to miss on day five
Britain's Dan Evans meets Swiss seven-times champion Roger Federer in the third round at Wimbledon on Friday.
http://ift.tt/29c7MTP

Wales set for 'biggest game since 1958'

Wales set for 'biggest game since 1958'
Wales face Belgium in the last eight of their first European Championship on Friday - and boss Chris Coleman is refusing to "play the occasion down".
http://ift.tt/293X2Df

Poland 1-1 Portugal (3-5 pens)

Poland 1-1 Portugal (3-5 pens)
Portugal reach the semi-finals of the Euros for the fourth time in five tournaments with a penalty shootout win over Poland.
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Huddersfield Giants 22-12 Hull FC

Huddersfield Giants 22-12 Hull FC
Jermaine McGillvary's brace keeps Huddersfield's faint top eight hopes alive and hands a first defeat in 11 to Hull FC.
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Del Bosque to quit as Spain manager

Del Bosque to quit as Spain manager
Spain manager Vicente del Bosque says he is quitting after their Euro 2016 last-16 elimination by Italy.
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Today at Wimbledon

Today at Wimbledon
Clare Balding takes a look back at all the action from day four of Wimbledon 2016.
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Royal Troon to vote on women members

Royal Troon to vote on women members
Royal Troon, the host of the 2016 Open Championship, will vote on allowing women members on Friday.
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Bouchard too strong for Briton Konta

Bouchard too strong for Briton Konta
British number one Johanna Konta is out of Wimbledon after falling in three sets to 2014 finalist Eugenie Bouchard.
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Poland v Portugal

Poland v Portugal
Text and radio commentary of the first Euro 2016 quarter-final, as Poland face Portugal in Marseille.
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Injured Vertonghen out for eight weeks

Injured Vertonghen out for eight weeks
Jan Vertonghen is ruled out Belgium's Euro 2016 campaign and is likely to miss the start of Tottenham's season with an ankle injury.
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Cavendish unsure of Tour de France form

Cavendish unsure of Tour de France form
Mark Cavendish admits he does not know how his training for the track at Rio 2016 will affect his Tour de France hopes.
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Murray races into Wimbledon third round

Murray races into Wimbledon third round
Britain's Andy Murray beats the in-form Yen-Hsun Lu in straight sets to reach the third round at Wimbledon.
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Second seed Muguruza out of Wimbledon

Second seed Muguruza out of Wimbledon
World number two Garbine Muguruza is out of Wimbledon after losing in straight sets to Slovakian Jana Cepelova, who is ranked 124.
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Adams in 12-strong GB team for Rio 2016

Adams in 12-strong GB team for Rio 2016
Great Britain will take their biggest squad to an Olympic Games since Los Angeles 1984, with 12 fighters heading to Rio.
http://ift.tt/295wczx

Don't let pink balls near the Ashes, says Watson

Don't let pink balls near the Ashes, says Watson
Ashes Tests are already sold out and don't need innovations like the pink ball, says Australia's Shane Watson.
http://ift.tt/297TgyP

Belgium can dream of final - Kompany

Belgium can dream of final - Kompany
Belgium captain Vincent Kompany explains why the Red Devils have found form in the build-up to their Euro 2016 quarter-final against Wales
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Next destination Man Utd - Ibrahimovic

Next destination Man Utd - Ibrahimovic
Former Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic confirms he is joining Manchester United after leaving French champions Paris St-Germain.
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'Tom Daley's trunks & Peaky Blinders'

'Tom Daley's trunks & Peaky Blinders'
In her first BBC Sport column, GB hockey goalkeeper Maddie Hinch talks about the buzz of Olympic selection and sharing a house with team-mates.
http://ift.tt/29dEnsR

Wales' Williams fit to face Belgium

Wales' Williams fit to face Belgium
Wales captain Ashley Williams - a doubt with a shoulder injury - says he is is fit to play against Belgium in their Euro 2016 quarter-final.
http://ift.tt/295iIDQ

Ricciardo staying at Red Bull until 2018

Ricciardo staying at Red Bull until 2018
Daniel Ricciardo says he will stay at Red Bull until the end of 2018, having been linked with Ferrari.
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Neymar to stay at Barcelona - Bartomeu

Neymar to stay at Barcelona - Bartomeu
Neymar will sign a new Barcelona contract "in the next few days" club president Josep Bartomeu has confirmed.
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Southampton appoint Puel as manager

Southampton appoint Puel as manager
Southampton appoint Frenchman Claude Puel, the former Nice, Lyon, Lille and Monaco boss, as manager on a three-year contract.
http://ift.tt/296PUJr

Evans to face Federer in third round

Evans to face Federer in third round
Britain's Dan Evans faces Roger Federer in the third round at Wimbledon after beating Ukrainian 30th seed Alexandr Dolgopolov.
http://ift.tt/292xx50

Ferrari to test 'Halo Two' in Austria

Ferrari to test 'Halo Two' in Austria
Ferrari are planning to test the latest version of Formula 1's prototype head protection device in Austrian Grand Prix practice.
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Hulk joins Shanghai for record £46m

Hulk joins Shanghai for record £46m
Zenit St Petersburg and Brazil forward Hulk signs for Chinese Super League side Shanghai SIPG for an Asian record £46m.
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England announce 2021 World Cup bid

England announce 2021 World Cup bid
England will bid to host the World Cup in 2021, the Rugby Football League (RFL) announces.
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Watson out of Wimbledon in first round

Watson out of Wimbledon in first round
British number two Heather Watson is beaten by German Annika Beck in the first round of Wimbledon.
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In the Russian Army, With Lust

In the Russian Army, With Lust
Missing single life in Moscow to a perilous degree.
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The Secrets in Guatemala’s Bones

The Secrets in Guatemala’s Bones
In the face of death threats, a forensic anthropologist has spent two decades exhuming the victims of a “dirty” civil war. Now his work might help bring justice for their murders.
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Judge John Hodgman on Too Many Trips to Ohio With Your Baby

Judge John Hodgman on Too Many Trips to Ohio With Your Baby
Do you want to raise some abomination who doesn’t know whether to say “soda” or “pop”?
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Our Agreement

Our Agreement
Selected by Matthew Zapruder.
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Return of the Sun King

Return of the Sun King
Reviving and updating Crab Louis, a perfect salad for a summer night.
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How to Swallow a Sword

How to Swallow a Sword
Desensitize your gag reflex. Concentrate.
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The 6.19.16 Issue

The 6.19.16 Issue
Readers respond.
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GB name Paralympic rowing squad

GB name Paralympic rowing squad
Great Britain names an experienced nine-strong rowing squad for this summer's Rio Paralympics.
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Bruce to stay on as Hull manager

Bruce to stay on as Hull manager
Steve Bruce confirms he will remain as Hull manager in the Premier League next season.
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Hamburg fans start petition for Grigg

Hamburg fans start petition for Grigg
Fans of German club Hamburg start a petition to sign Northern Ireland striker Will Grigg following his rise to fame during Euro 2016.
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'I've gone from Premier League to Third Division'

'I've gone from Premier League to Third Division'
Former British long jump record holder Chris Tomlinson says declining form prompted his decision to retire with pride intact.
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Wimbledon 2016: Day four

Wimbledon 2016: Day four
Follow live video, radio and text commentary with Andy Murray among four British players in action, starting with Heather Watson and Dan Evans at 11:00 BST.
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Ryan leaves Worcester Warriors post

Ryan leaves Worcester Warriors post
Worcester Warriors confirm director of rugby Dean Ryan has left the Premiership club with immediate effect.
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Sportsday - transfers, gossip & Euro 2016

Sportsday - transfers, gossip & Euro 2016
Build up to the Euro 2016 quarter-finals and the first qualifying round of the Europa League. Plus debate, gossip and social media.
http://ift.tt/29eEtlE

Pick your England starting XI

Pick your England starting XI
Use our team selector to pick the side you think should start for England in 2018 World Cup qualifying - and share with your friends.
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Wednesday, June 29, 2016

Phelps makes fifth Olympic Games

Phelps makes fifth Olympic Games
Michael Phelps has qualified for Rio and his fifth Olympic Games after winning the US 200m butterfly trials.
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Roy unaware of England ODI record

Roy unaware of England ODI record
Jason Roy did not know how close he was to breaking the record for the highest score by an England batsman in a one-day international.
http://ift.tt/293YlCZ

Loss to Lu set Murray on path to glory

Loss to Lu set Murray on path to glory
Andy Murray was given a harsh lesson in defeat at the 2008 Olympics by Yen-Hsun Lu, whom he faces at Wimbledon on Thursday.
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England manager - the best or worst job?

England manager - the best or worst job?
A healthy pay packet and top facilities - but at what cost? Phil McNulty looks at how attractive being England boss actually is.
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Playing Federer a fairytale - Willis

Playing Federer a fairytale - Willis
British qualifier Marcus Willis says playing Roger Federer on Centre Court was "incredible" and a "fairytale".
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'I forgot a coin for the toss'

'I forgot a coin for the toss'
New captain Heather Knight on her first experiences of leading England in their record-breaking one-day international series win against Pakistan.
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Wimbledon: What not to miss on day four

Wimbledon: What not to miss on day four
Andy Murray is one of four Britons in singles action on a packed fourth day at Wimbledon that gets under way earlier than usual.
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BeSpoke: Tour de France 2016 preview

BeSpoke: Tour de France 2016 preview
OJ Borg is joined by Rob Hayles, Rob Hatch and Dr Michael Hutchinson to preview the 2016 Tour de France.
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Colts' Luck given record NFL deal

Colts' Luck given record NFL deal
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck becomes the highest-earning player in NFL history with a six-year contract worth $140m.
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Southgate does not want England job

Southgate does not want England job
England Under-21 coach Gareth Southgate is not interested in succeeding Roy Hodgson as boss of the senior national team.
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Today at Wimbledon

Today at Wimbledon
Clare Balding takes a look back at all the action from day three of Wimbledon 2016.
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Volvo Ocean Race returns to Britain

Volvo Ocean Race returns to Britain
The 45,000-mile Volvo Ocean Race will return to Great Britain in its next edition for the first time in 12 years.
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Konta wins for first time at Wimbledon

Konta wins for first time at Wimbledon
British number one Johanna Konta reaches the second round of Wimbledon for the first time by beating Monica Puig in straight sets.
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MCC apologises to Cairns over video

MCC apologises to Cairns over video
The MCC apologises to former New Zealand all-rounder Chris Cairns for publishing a video linking him to match-fixing.
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Federer beats British qualifier Willis

Federer beats British qualifier Willis
British qualifier Marcus Willis' remarkable Wimbledon run ends with defeat by Roger Federer on Centre Court.
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F1 driver market set for meltdown

F1 driver market set for meltdown
Allan McNish looks at how the driver silly season is about to get under way - and how it could spell the end for Kimi Raikkonen.
http://ift.tt/298cG3V

McIlroy defends golf's Rio withdrawals

McIlroy defends golf's Rio withdrawals
Rory McIlroy says there is no reason for golf to feel embarrassed about the high number of withdrawals from the Rio Olympics.
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Lawro's predictions - quarter-finals

Lawro's predictions - quarter-finals
BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson gives his predictions for the quarter-final matches at Euro 2016.
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Rain stalls Sri Lanka in fourth ODI

Rain stalls Sri Lanka in fourth ODI
Rain interrupts Sri Lanka's impressive start with the bat in the fourth one-day international against England at The Oval.
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Team GB name archers for Rio 2016

Team GB name archers for Rio 2016
Naomi Folkard and Patrick Huston are named as the two archers to represent Team GB at the Rio Olympics.
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Wales have reached another level - Bale

Wales have reached another level - Bale
Forward Gareth Bale says Wales have reached "another level" before their Euro 2016 quarter-final against Belgium.
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Saracens face Toulon in Champions Cup

Saracens face Toulon in Champions Cup
Defending champions Saracens will face three-time winners Toulon in Pool Three of the 2016-17 European Champions Cup.
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Is English football beyond redemption?

Is English football beyond redemption?
Is there a messiah figure who can turn England around? Are players too pampered? Richard Conway discusses the state of the national team.
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Bristol to face Bath in Challenge Cup

Bristol to face Bath in Challenge Cup
Premiership new boys Bristol will face West Country rivals Bath in Pool Four for the 2016-17 European Challenge Cup.
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Meldonium Paralympians avoid sanction

Meldonium Paralympians avoid sanction
Two Paralympians avoid sanction for testing positive for meldonium due to Wada doubts over the drug's excretion rates.
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Berdych reaches Wimbledon round two

Berdych reaches Wimbledon round two
Tomas Berdych progresses to round two with victory in four sets over Ivan Dodig at Wimbledon on Wednesday.
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Bilic would not take England job - Gold

Bilic would not take England job - Gold
West Ham co-chairman David Gold says Slaven Bilic would not be "the slightest bit interested" in becoming the England manager.
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No Varnish appeal against Rio omission

No Varnish appeal against Rio omission
Jess Varnish says it would be "pointless" to appeal against British Cycling's decision not to pick her for Rio 2016.
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How ‘Advantage Players’ Game the Casinos

How ‘Advantage Players’ Game the Casinos
They’re not cheaters. Instead, they hone the sharpest (legal) edge they can.
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You’re Going to Sell Your Home. Should You Mention the Snakes?

You’re Going to Sell Your Home. Should You Mention the Snakes?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on giving prospective buyers fair warning, a friend’s complaints about a doctor and coed mentorship in the workplace.
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Letter of Recommendation: Grandma’s Teenage Diaries

Letter of Recommendation: Grandma’s Teenage Diaries
The crushes, the illnesses, the ice cream and the music, when “we all felt so sweet and nice.”
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Gascoigne to face 'race remark' trial

Gascoigne to face 'race remark' trial
Former England football star Paul Gascoigne is to stand trial after denying making a racist remark.
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England v Sri Lanka - text, radio & highlights

England v Sri Lanka - text, radio & highlights
Live text coverage, Test Match Special commentary and in-play highlights as England seek to complete a one-day series win over Sri Lanka at The Oval.
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Ibrahimovic to seal Man Utd move

Ibrahimovic to seal Man Utd move
Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic should complete his much-anticipated move to Manchester United by the end of the week.
http://ift.tt/29adANO

Taylor critical of Rio golf withdrawals

Taylor critical of Rio golf withdrawals
London 2012 gold medallist Katie Taylor questions the motives of golfers who have pulled out of the Rio Games because of the Zika virus.
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Smith out of Rio as Tiler takes spot

Smith out of Rio as Tiler takes spot
Rebekah Tiler takes Britain's sole female weightlifting place at the Rio Olympics as Zoe Smith fails to recover from injury.
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Newcastle sign Gent goalkeeper Sels

Newcastle sign Gent goalkeeper Sels
Newcastle United sign goalkeeper Matz Sels from Belgian side Gent for a reported fee of about £5m.
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Olympic champion Pearson to miss Rio

Olympic champion Pearson to miss Rio
Australian Olympic 100m hurdles champion Sally Pearson will miss Rio 2016 after tearing a hamstring.
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County Championship - text & radio

County Championship - text & radio
Follow live text and BBC local radio coverage of Wednesday's five County Championship matches.
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Mark Takano Thinks Gay Men Can Learn From Jane Austen

Mark Takano Thinks Gay Men Can Learn From Jane Austen
The Democratic congressman from California on the unsatisfactory Republican response to Orlando, loving Congress and the importance of grammar.
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Wimbledon 2016: Day three

Wimbledon 2016: Day three
All the build-up as Britain's Marcus Willis - ranked 772 in the world - prepares to face seven-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer.
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'Willis’ story would make anyone feel good'

'Willis’ story would make anyone feel good'
Andy Murray on Marcus Willis' feel-good Wimbledon story and the time his fellow Briton turned up drenched for doubles.
http://ift.tt/292217R

Sportsday - England manager search & Euro 2016

Sportsday - England manager search & Euro 2016
Arsene Wenger linked with England job, Gareth Southgate considered for interim role, Wales news conference, transfers and debate.
http://ift.tt/291WFcH

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Worlds collide as Willis meets Federer

Worlds collide as Willis meets Federer
As British qualifier Marcus Willis prepares to meet 17-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer, we compare their contrasting lives.
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'England lacking mentally & tactically'

'England lacking mentally & tactically'
Former captain Gary Lineker says England "lack mental strength" and are "not technically good enough" to succeed at major tournaments.
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Wimbledon: What not to miss on day three

Wimbledon: What not to miss on day three
Briton Marcus Willis takes on Roger Federer, while Novak Djokovic, Johanna Konta and Heather Watson are also in action.
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Montgomerie qualifies for home Open

Montgomerie qualifies for home Open
Colin Montgomerie is among the qualifiers for The Open, to be held on his home course of Royal Troon.
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On the march to the Open with Monty

On the march to the Open with Monty
BBC Scotland's David Currie joins Colin Montgomerie on his march to Open qualification round Gailes.
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FA considers Southgate for interim job

FA considers Southgate for interim job
The FA is considering England Under-21 boss Gareth Southgate as interim manager of the senior team following Roy Hodgson's resignation.
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Who should follow Hodgson out of England?

Who should follow Hodgson out of England?
After England's embarrassing Euro 2016 exit, Phil McNulty looks at which players will be part of the future - and who is on the way out?
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Rio 2016: 'Welcome to Hell' warn police

Rio 2016: 'Welcome to Hell' warn police
Travellers arriving in Rio given grim safety warning by police protesting about funding shortages ahead of the Olympics.
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Team GB hockey squads 'outrageous'

Team GB hockey squads 'outrageous'
Former international Laurence Docherty strongly criticises the lack of Scots in Team GB squads for the Rio Olympics.
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Brash ruled out of Rio Olympics

Brash ruled out of Rio Olympics
London 2012 gold medallist Scott Brash is ruled out of Rio 2016 after his top two rides pick up injuries.
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GB drawn with New Zealand in Olympics

GB drawn with New Zealand in Olympics
Great Britain's men are drawn with World Cup holders New Zealand as the pools are revealed for the first Olympic sevens tournament.
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Today at Wimbledon

Today at Wimbledon
Clare Balding takes a look back at all the action from day two of Wimbledon 2016.
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Gubbins & Eskinazi lead Lord's recovery

Gubbins & Eskinazi lead Lord's recovery
Nick Gubbins' first double ton, aided by Stevie Eskinazi's maiden century, help Middlesex fight back against Lancashire.
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'England damaged by Euro 2016 failure'

'England damaged by Euro 2016 failure'
Roy Hodgson says England's 2-1 defeat by Iceland and exit from Euro 2016 will cause longer-term "damage" to the team.
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Beaten Anderson reveals 'death threats'

Beaten Anderson reveals 'death threats'
South Africa's world number 25 Kevin Anderson criticises social media trolls who threatened him after his first-round Wimbledon loss.
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England hungry for series win - Morgan

England hungry for series win - Morgan
Captain Eoin Morgan hopes the weather will not be a distraction as England look to seal an ODI series win over Sri Lanka.
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Murray sweeps past fellow Briton Broady

Murray sweeps past fellow Briton Broady
Andy Murray makes short work of his first ever British opponent at Wimbledon as he beats Liam Broady in the first round.
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Gunter defends Wales player celebration

Gunter defends Wales player celebration
Defender Chris Gunter defends Wales' celebrations after Iceland beat England, saying "it wasn't meant as a lack of respect".
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Wada bans Almaty anti-doping laboratory

Wada bans Almaty anti-doping laboratory
Almaty's anti-doping laboratory in Kazakhstan is suspended by the World Anti-Doping Agency for four months.
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Out-of-sorts Serena wins opening match

Out-of-sorts Serena wins opening match
Defending champion Serena Williams reaches the Wimbledon second round despite not being at her best against Amra Sadikovic.
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Britain's Bedene beaten in first round

Britain's Bedene beaten in first round
Britain's Aljaz Bedene loses in straight sets to French seventh seed Richard Gasquet in the first round of Wimbledon.
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Press stunned as Iceland engineer 'Brexit II'

Press stunned as Iceland engineer 'Brexit II'
England's shock defeat to tournament debutantes Iceland has been greeted with a mixture of shock, sensationalism and not a little schadenfreude in European press and beyond.
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Day pulls out of Olympics over Zika

Day pulls out of Olympics over Zika
World number one Jason Day withdraws from the Rio Olympics because of "concerns about the possible transmission of the Zika virus".
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Messi must go on, says Maradona

Messi must go on, says Maradona
Lionel Messi is urged to reconsider his international retirement by Argentina legend Diego Maradona and the country's president.
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The Humiliating Practice of Sex Testing Female Athletes

The Humiliating Practice of Sex Testing Female Athletes
For years, international sports organizations have been policing women competitors for “masculine” qualities — and turning their Olympic dreams into nightmares. But when Dutee Chand appealed her ban, she may have changed the rules.
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Luigi Ghirri’s Brilliant Photographic Puzzles

Luigi Ghirri’s Brilliant Photographic Puzzles
With his serene pictorial compositions, the Italian photographer reveals the world itself to be a photomontage.
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Donald Trump Versus the ‘Haters’

Donald Trump Versus the ‘Haters’
The Republican nominee borrowed the language of the rappers who once idolized him and turned it into another weapon in his rhetorical arsenal.
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Mane completes £34m Liverpool transfer

Mane completes £34m Liverpool transfer
Liverpool complete the signing of Southampton's Senegal forward Sadio Mane for £34m,
http://ift.tt/28ZrjUp

Richardson-Walsh & Danson in GB Rio squad

Richardson-Walsh & Danson in GB Rio squad
Eight of the women's team who won bronze at London 2012 are named in the Great Britain hockey squad for summer's Olympics.
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County Championship - text & radio

County Championship - text & radio
Follow live text and radio commentary from the latest round of County Championship matches.
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'Southgate & Hoddle right for England'

'Southgate & Hoddle right for England'
Gareth Southgate and Glenn Hoddle are the right men to take England forward after Roy Hodgson's resignation, says Alan Shearer.
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Wimbledon 2016: Day two

Wimbledon 2016: Day two
Follow live video, radio and text commentary with Andy Murray, Johanna Konta and Serena Williams all in action.
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Fitzgerald forced to retire aged 28

Fitzgerald forced to retire aged 28
Leinster and Ireland wing Luke Fitzgerald is forced to retire from rugby on medical grounds aged 28.
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Reaction to England Euro 2016 & Hodgson exit

Reaction to England Euro 2016 & Hodgson exit
Reaction to England's Euro 2016 exit and Roy Hodgson's resignation, new coach contenders, gossip, debate and social media.
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'England out as sporting embarrassment'

'England out as sporting embarrassment'
Rarely has the FA had so much to think about on such a short flight home after national sporting humiliation, writes Phil McNulty.
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Monday, June 27, 2016

Will selfish calls harm Ryder Cup hopes?

Will selfish calls harm Ryder Cup hopes?
Top European players skipping this week's French Open could lead to tough Ryder Cup wildcard decision for captain Darren Clarke, writes Iain Carter.
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'We both enjoy a little laughter'

'We both enjoy a little laughter'
As Andy Murray prepares to begin his Wimbledon campaign, coach Ivan Lendl gives an insight into the pair's relationship.
http://ift.tt/2905dma

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: England exit, Italy impress

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: England exit, Italy impress
Catch up with all the goals, match highlights, fun moments and more from Euro 2016 in France.
http://ift.tt/28ZJyuk

'Worst England performance I've seen'

'Worst England performance I've seen'
Former captain Alan Shearer says England were out-fought, out-thought and out-battled in their "embarrassing" Euro 2016 loss to Iceland.
http://ift.tt/28ZPGnl

Icelandic commentator goes wild - again

Icelandic commentator goes wild - again
Listen as an Icelandic commentator screams ecstatically after Iceland beat England 2-1 to reach the Euro 2016 quarter-finals.
http://ift.tt/28ZjGNo

Why the Supreme Court’s Texas Abortion Decision Is So Momentous

Why the Supreme Court’s Texas Abortion Decision Is So Momentous
The ruling gives proper weight to medical expertise and scientific evidence — and gives respect to women and the choices they make.
http://ift.tt/293b2kd

Wales Euro success no shock - Coleman

Wales Euro success no shock - Coleman
Wales manager Chris Coleman says he is not surprised by the success of his team in reaching the Euro 2016 quarter finals.
http://ift.tt/28ZqBai

How did England rate in humbling defeat?

How did England rate in humbling defeat?
England go out and Roy Hodgson steps down - but how did the players rate in their embarrassing loss to Iceland?
http://ift.tt/28Zpasn

Hodgson resigns as England boss

Hodgson resigns as England boss
Roy Hodgson resigns after England's 2-1 defeat by Iceland saw them knocked out of the Euro 2016 in the last 16.
http://ift.tt/28Zhxly

Willis stuns Wimbledon as Djokovic wins

Willis stuns Wimbledon as Djokovic wins
Novak Djokovic reaches round two and British qualifier Marcus Willis stuns Wimbledon as Andy Murray prepares for action.
http://ift.tt/2933QEL

England 1-2 Iceland

England 1-2 Iceland
England suffer a humiliating exit from Euro 2016 as they go out to minnows Iceland in the last 16 in Nice.
http://ift.tt/28YBq1h

World number 772 Willis hits shot of day

World number 772 Willis hits shot of day
British qualifier Marcus Willis, ranked 772 in the world, hits our shot of the day in his shock win over world number 54 Ricardas Berankis at Wimbledon.
http://ift.tt/28YVVF5

Today at Wimbledon

Today at Wimbledon
Clare Balding takes a look back at all the action from day one of Wimbledon 2016.
http://ift.tt/28ZhkQN

Rio 2016: Olympic round-up this week

Rio 2016: Olympic round-up this week
Ennis-Hill proves her form, plus the rest of the news and events coming up as the world's best athletes prepare for Rio.
http://ift.tt/29341kT

Stronger, fitter, faster - the remarkable rise of Konta

Stronger, fitter, faster - the remarkable rise of Konta
A lowly 147th in the world a year ago, Johanna Konta begins her Wimbledon campaign on Tuesday as British number one and 16th seed.
http://ift.tt/28XTXoR

Watch: Late Pelle volley seals Italy victory

Watch: Late Pelle volley seals Italy victory
Watch as striker Graziano Pelle volleys home to secure a 2-0 victory for Italy against Spain in the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28Yw2qv

Italy 2-0 Spain

Italy 2-0 Spain
Italy outclass Spain to knock out the defending champions and set up a Euro 2016 quarter-final against Germany.
http://ift.tt/28XeI5H

GB's Willis stuns Berankis at Wimbledon

GB's Willis stuns Berankis at Wimbledon
British qualifier Marcus Willis - ranked 772 in the world - beats world number 54 Ricardis Berankis at Wimbledon.
http://ift.tt/295uT2F

Euro 2016: England v Iceland - text & radio

Euro 2016: England v Iceland - text & radio
Follow BBC Radio 5 live and text coverage as England face Iceland at the Stade de Nice for a place in the quarter-finals against hosts France.
http://ift.tt/28Z4tP7

Watch: Chiellini gives Italy the lead against Spain

Watch: Chiellini gives Italy the lead against Spain
Giorgio Chiellini scores on the rebound from a free-kick to give Italy a 1-0 lead against opponents Spain in their last 16 tie at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28YOizi

Watch: Berankis v Willis - court 17

Watch: Berankis v Willis - court 17
Watch live coverage of all the action on court 17 at Wimbledon 2016.
http://ift.tt/28YBJU6

'A lot of hard work ahead for England'

'A lot of hard work ahead for England'
England set sights on New Zealand but there is still room for improvement, says head coach Eddie Jones.
http://ift.tt/295snJP

Beaumont ton seals England whitewash

Beaumont ton seals England whitewash
Opener Tammy Beaumont hits 168no - the second highest England women's one-day score - as Pakistan are swept aside in the third ODI at Taunton.
http://ift.tt/28Ywfsp

GB name team for European Championships

GB name team for European Championships
British Athletics names a 98-strong team for July's European Athletics Championships in the Netherlands.
http://ift.tt/28Y1Bnb

Referee Silverwood suspended by RFL

Referee Silverwood suspended by RFL
Rugby league's longest-serving full-time referee Richard Silverwood is suspended pending an investigation.
http://ift.tt/28W1vYE

Venus equals Grand Slam appearance record

Venus equals Grand Slam appearance record
Venus Williams survives set points before going on to beat Donna Vekic as she levels a Grand Slam appearance record in the process.
http://ift.tt/298BNDb

Euro 2016: Italy v Spain

Euro 2016: Italy v Spain
TV, radio and text coverage as two-time defending champions Spain play Italy in Paris, with the winner meeting Germany in the quarter-finals.
http://ift.tt/29gp3Jr

Irving & Durant in US squad for Rio

Irving & Durant in US squad for Rio
Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson and Carmelo Anthony are all included in the United States' 12-man squad for the Olympics.
http://ift.tt/28YEk2R

Djokovic beats Ward at Wimbledon

Djokovic beats Ward at Wimbledon
Champion Novak Djokovic eases past Briton James Ward with a straight sets victory in the first round of Wimbledon.
http://ift.tt/28XnlvL

Briton Edmund loses at Wimbledon

Briton Edmund loses at Wimbledon
British number two Kyle Edmund loses in straight sets to Adrian Mannarino in the first round of Wimbledon.
http://ift.tt/28XAVjW

Blanc leaves champions Paris St-Germain

Blanc leaves champions Paris St-Germain
Laurent Blanc leaves his position as manager of Paris St-Germain after three years at the French league champions.
http://ift.tt/28YbgZp

Thermal images to detect motors at Tour

Thermal images to detect motors at Tour
Tour de France organisers say thermal cameras will be used at this year's race to prevent riders hiding motors in their bikes.
http://ift.tt/29fFndq

County Championship - text & radio

County Championship - text & radio
Follow live text and BBC local radio coverage of the latest round of matches in the County Championship.
http://ift.tt/28XcJ0K

Birmingham to host BBC Sports Personality

Birmingham to host BBC Sports Personality
Birmingham's Genting Arena will host the 2016 BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony on 18 December.
http://ift.tt/293ZW0v

Ko wins 13th title with Arkansas victory

Ko wins 13th title with Arkansas victory
Teenager Lydia Ko wins her 13th LPGA title and third of the season with a tournament-record score at the Arkansas Championship.
http://ift.tt/2942Xhr

How will Messi's Argentina time be seen?

How will Messi's Argentina time be seen?
With Lionel Messi announcing his international retirement after a fourth final defeat, how will his Argentina career be remembered?
http://ift.tt/2944uno

Muirfield wants new ballot on women

Muirfield wants new ballot on women
Former Open venue Muirfield announces it wants to hold a fresh ballot to decide whether to admit female members.
http://ift.tt/29fkFKO

Wimbledon 2016: Day one

Wimbledon 2016: Day one
Follow live video, radio and text commentary with Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Garbine Muguruza all in action.
http://ift.tt/294o95g

England v Pakistan: Women's ODI

England v Pakistan: Women's ODI
Live text and Test Match Special commentary as England bat first against Pakistan in the third women's one-day international at Taunton.
http://ift.tt/28XMF3Z

Sportsday - rolling Euro 2016 news

Sportsday - rolling Euro 2016 news
England-Iceland and Spain-Italy Euro 2016 build-up, reaction to Lionel Messi's international retirement, gossip, debate and social media.
http://ift.tt/28WzWz8

Sunday, June 26, 2016

Messi quits international football

Messi quits international football
Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi, 29, announces his retirement from international football.
http://ift.tt/28WwJ3S

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Hazard & Griezmann star

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Hazard & Griezmann star
Catch up with all the goals, match highlights, fun moments and more from the 2016 Uefa European Championship in France.
http://ift.tt/28X9qIr

Why England will beat Iceland - Danny Murphy

Why England will beat Iceland - Danny Murphy
'We will open Iceland up' - BBC pundit Danny Murphy gives his verdict on England's opponents in the last 16 at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/290MTfB

What makes the perfect serve for Wimbledon?

What makes the perfect serve for Wimbledon?
Former champions Andy Murray and Pat Cash reveal the secrets to grass-court greatness.
http://ift.tt/1Hr40Ce

Mane medical as Liverpool agree £30m fee

Mane medical as Liverpool agree £30m fee
Southampton striker Sadio Mane is to undergo a medical at Liverpool on Monday after the clubs agreed a transfer fee in excess of £30m.
http://ift.tt/29dwu3Z

Djokovic to open Wimbledon defence

Djokovic to open Wimbledon defence
Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Garbine Muguruza feature on day one at Wimbledon, along with eight Britons.
http://ift.tt/28UOGzB

France's extra rest 'incredible' - O'Neill

France's extra rest 'incredible' - O'Neill
Martin O'Neill says France's recovery time from their last game was "incredible" as the hosts end his Ireland team's Euro 2016 hopes.
http://ift.tt/292w30y

Hodgson prepares for 'win or bust' tie

Hodgson prepares for 'win or bust' tie
England manager Roy Hodgson accepts he is facing a "win or bust" match against Iceland in the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/29dqxnC

Shocked King considers Olympics appeal

Shocked King considers Olympics appeal
London 2012 gold medallist Dani King is to decide whether to appeal against her omission from the Rio 2016 cycling team.
http://ift.tt/28X7BdH

Hungary 0-4 Belgium

Hungary 0-4 Belgium
Eden Hazard scores a dazzling solo goal as Belgium defeat Hungary to book a Euro 2016 last-eight tie against Wales.
http://ift.tt/293cCTE

'British players can surprise at Wimbledon'

'British players can surprise at Wimbledon'
Andy Murray on feeling the Wimbledon nerves, facing Liam Broady, and how British players can spring surprises this year.
http://ift.tt/28VrAJb

Lancashire dominate Middlesex at Lord's

Lancashire dominate Middlesex at Lord's
Alviro Petersen hits a ton and Haeseb Hameed goes for 89 as Lancashire enjoy a solid day's batting against Middlesex.
http://ift.tt/28WGBvq

Open spot available at Barracuda

Open spot available at Barracuda
Open Championship organisers will offer a place at Troon to a player from next week's Barracuda Championship in Nevada.
http://ift.tt/29d37io

Any Wales gains from whitewash in NZ?

Any Wales gains from whitewash in NZ?
Addressing a lack of strength in depth is just one of the issues facing Wales after a 3-0 series whitewash in New Zealand.
http://ift.tt/28WGhwP

England's whitewash just the start - Guscott

England's whitewash just the start - Guscott
England's whitewash of Australia is a massive result but this team has an even brighter future, says ex-England & Lions centre Jeremy Guscott.
http://ift.tt/28XAj1u

Germany 3-0 Slovakia

Germany 3-0 Slovakia
World champions Germany overwhelm Slovakia in Lille to set up a Euro 2016 quarter-final against Italy or Spain.
http://ift.tt/28VGwX3

Hungary v Belgium build-up

Hungary v Belgium build-up
Follow live TV, radio and text commentary as Hungary face Belgium in the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28VfTlP

Gemili earns 200m Olympic place for Rio

Gemili earns 200m Olympic place for Rio
Adam Gemili takes the British 200m title to win his place in the GB Olympic squad for Rio this summer.
http://ift.tt/291SvqH

Third Sri Lanka ODI abandoned after rain

Third Sri Lanka ODI abandoned after rain
Rain forces the third one-day international at Bristol to be called off with England on 16-1 chasing Sri Lanka's 248-9.
http://ift.tt/28Xrxkd

Danson hat-trick helps GB to 4-3 win

Danson hat-trick helps GB to 4-3 win
Alex Danson scores a hat-trick as Great Britain beat New Zealand to finish fifth in the Champions Trophy in London.
http://ift.tt/28V78bF

Ennis-Hill wins comeback heptathlon

Ennis-Hill wins comeback heptathlon
Jessica Ennis-Hill records the second best score in the world this year to win her first heptathlon since the 2015 World Championships.
http://ift.tt/291GIbB

Germany v Slovakia build-up

Germany v Slovakia build-up
Follow radio and live text commentary build-up as Germany face Slovakia in the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28WiVY5

Britain's Heath wins Euro canoe gold

Britain's Heath wins Euro canoe gold
Britain's Liam Heath wins gold in the men's K1 200m at the Canoe Sprint European Championships in Moscow.
http://ift.tt/29cqCbc

Cotter's Scots go backwards in victory

Cotter's Scots go backwards in victory
Scotland fail to find a Eureka moment as their Six Nations rivals and opponents Japan make breakthroughs, writes Tom English.
http://ift.tt/28WKmjP

France 2-1 Republic of Ireland

France 2-1 Republic of Ireland
Hosts France come from behind to beat 10-man Republic of Ireland and reach the quarter-finals of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/2900JPl

Grainger & Thornley in GB Olympic squad

Grainger & Thornley in GB Olympic squad
Olympic champion Katherine Grainger feels like "the lights have come back on" after being named in the Great Britain rowing team for Rio.
http://ift.tt/291tADz

Miller secures maiden MotoGP victory

Miller secures maiden MotoGP victory
Australia's Jack Miller secures his first MotoGP victory in a rain-affected race at Assen in the Netherlands.
http://ift.tt/28Whczn

Sunday's rugby league

Sunday's rugby league
Listen to BBC local radio commentary from Sunday's matches in the Championship and League One.
http://ift.tt/29c3jyn

Fury denies doping allegation

Fury denies doping allegation
British world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury denies doping, following a story published in the Sunday Mirror.
http://ift.tt/28ZP9Uq

Barnes wins British Road Race title

Barnes wins British Road Race title
Great Britain's Hannah Barnes beats her sister Alice into second place to claim the British Road Race title at Stockton-on-Tees.
http://ift.tt/28Wxv1f

British Championships

British Championships
Watch BBC Two coverage of the 2016 British Championships from Birmingham.
http://ift.tt/28X3kdF

'A little anguish but a lot of legacy'

'A little anguish but a lot of legacy'
Northern Ireland are left wondering what might have been after their Euro 2016 exit but they have created a legacy for future success.
http://ift.tt/295TzqF

France v Republic of Ireland

France v Republic of Ireland
Follow TV build-up, radio and live text commentary as France play the Republic of Ireland in Lyon in the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28WrSjs

County Championship & T20 - text & radio

County Championship & T20 - text & radio
Follow live coverage of the County Championship and T20 Blast matches.
http://ift.tt/29byAkX

England v Sri Lanka - third ODI

England v Sri Lanka - third ODI
From 10:15 BST, follow live text commentary and listen to TMS from the third one-day international between England and Sri Lanka.
http://ift.tt/28U02nu

O'Neill calls for Republic intensity

O'Neill calls for Republic intensity
Martin O'Neill wants his Republic of Ireland side to repeat the intensity of their win over Italy in Sunday's game against France.
http://ift.tt/290CWiU

India's Chand qualifies for Rio 2016

India's Chand qualifies for Rio 2016
Indian 100m sprinter Dutee Chand secures Rio 2016 berth a year after successfully appealing against an IAAF suspension over gender testing.
http://ift.tt/28TZPRw

Saturday, June 25, 2016

Coleman hails Wales 'heart and courage'

Coleman hails Wales 'heart and courage'
Wales showed "heart and courage" as they reached the Euro 2016 quarter finals with a 1-0 win over Northern Ireland, says Chris Coleman
http://ift.tt/28VKE9D

No blame on McAuley - NI captain Davis

No blame on McAuley - NI captain Davis
Northern Ireland captain Steven Davis refuses to blame Gareth McAuley for the own goal which gave Wales a 1-0 win. in Paris.
http://ift.tt/28V2lK5

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Wales, Portugal & Poland progress

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Wales, Portugal & Poland progress
Catch up with all the goals, match highlights, fun moments and more from the 2016 Uefa European Championship in France.
http://ift.tt/28YZb8t

Joshua knocks out Breazeale in London

Joshua knocks out Breazeale in London
Anthony Joshua retains his IBF world heavyweight title with a seventh-round knockout of Dominic Breazeale at London's 02 Arena.
http://ift.tt/28ZS68a

Hodgson will not 'beg' FA for new deal

Hodgson will not 'beg' FA for new deal
England boss Roy Hodgson says he will not "beg" the FA for a new contract when his existing deal expires after Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28YN6jE

Groves wins as Eubank Jr defends title

Groves wins as Eubank Jr defends title
George Groves beats Martin Murray in a super-middleweight contest as Chris Eubank Jr defends his British middleweight title.
http://ift.tt/28VF5Jo

Wales are allowing a nation to dream

Wales are allowing a nation to dream
Wales had not been to a major tournament for 58 years - but now a nation is thinking the unthinkable.
http://ift.tt/28Thmcg

Croatia 0-1 Portugal

Croatia 0-1 Portugal
Ricardo Quaresma scores late in extra time as Portugal defeat Croatia to set up a Euro 2016 quarter-final match against Poland.
http://ift.tt/28YGthe

Plenty for England to work on - Hartley

Plenty for England to work on - Hartley
England are still searching for their "perfect game" despite a 3-0 Test series win in Australia, captain Dylan Hartley says.
http://ift.tt/28UuXmG

Springboks were 'more clinical' - Best

Springboks were 'more clinical' - Best
Ireland captain Rory Best says the future for Ireland rugby is bright despite losing their tour of South Africa 2-1.
http://ift.tt/28VewCO

Wales 'better off' despite NZ thrashing

Wales 'better off' despite NZ thrashing
Wales will be better for the experience of their New Zealand tour despite a 3-0 series whitewash, says coach Warren Gatland,
http://ift.tt/28UuCQM

Wiggins 'may not retire after Rio'

Wiggins 'may not retire after Rio'
Sir Bradley Wiggins says he may continue to race on the track into 2017 having previously said he would retire after the Rio Olympics.
http://ift.tt/28T7UG3

England beat Ireland to win U20 title

England beat Ireland to win U20 title
England secure their third World Rugby Under-20 Championship with a 45-21 win over Ireland in Manchester.
http://ift.tt/28Vg5jq

Day of destiny for Hodgson and England

Day of destiny for Hodgson and England
Roy Hodgson has been criticised during Euro 2016 but England have survived - now he must get it right when it counts or face the consequences, says Phil McNulty.
http://ift.tt/28UjQKt

Eubank Jr, Groves & Joshua fights - live text

Eubank Jr, Groves & Joshua fights - live text
Live text including George Groves v Martin Murray & Anthony Joshua-Dominic Breazeale IBF world heavyweight title fight.
http://ift.tt/28Ys70n

Hull FC to face Wigan in semi-finals

Hull FC to face Wigan in semi-finals
Wigan will play Super League leaders Hull FC in the Challenge Cup semi-finals, while Warrington will face Wakefield.
http://ift.tt/28UfG58

Wigan 26-12 Castleford

Wigan 26-12 Castleford
Wigan Warriors ease past Castleford Tigers to reach the Challenge Cup semi-finals and remain on course for a 20th title.
http://ift.tt/28UwcjV

Tamgho out of Olympics with broken leg

Tamgho out of Olympics with broken leg
Ex-world triple jump champion Teddy Tamgho is ruled out of the Olympics after breaking his leg, says France's athletics federation.
http://ift.tt/299vQ7y

Great Britain beaten 4-1 by Australia

Great Britain beaten 4-1 by Australia
Great Britain's women miss out on the chance to challenge for Champions Trophy bronze after losing 4-1 to Australia in London.
http://ift.tt/28UvTpu

Euro 2016: Croatia v Portugal build-up

Euro 2016: Croatia v Portugal build-up
Follow TV build-up, radio and live text coverage as Croatia face Portugal in the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28SNEEn

Wales 1-0 Northern Ireland

Wales 1-0 Northern Ireland
Gareth McAuley's own goal puts Wales into the Euro 2016 quarter-finals with a narrow win over Northern Ireland.
http://ift.tt/28ZffHN

We were poor, says Wales' Warburton

We were poor, says Wales' Warburton
Wales captain Sam Warburton says a long season is no excuse for their 46-6 loss to New Zealand in the third Test.
http://ift.tt/28SKEYu

Sprinter Bailey-Cole 'has Zika virus'

Sprinter Bailey-Cole 'has Zika virus'
Jamaica's reigning Commonwealth 100m champion Kemar Bailey-Cole claims he has been diagnosed with the Zika virus.
http://ift.tt/294lRBO

Harzand completes Derby double

Harzand completes Derby double
Harzand wins the Irish Derby at the Curragh to complete a Derby double following his triumph at Epsom earlier in June.
http://ift.tt/28VKkwb

Southampton sign Norwich's Redmond

Southampton sign Norwich's Redmond
Southampton sign winger Nathan Redmond from Norwich on a five-year contract for an undisclosed fee believed to be worth £10m.
http://ift.tt/28VLyYl

Wigan Warriors v Castleford Tigers

Wigan Warriors v Castleford Tigers
Follow BBC Two, radio and text coverage as Wigan Warriors face Castleford Tigers in the Challenge Cup quarter-finals.
http://ift.tt/28YZZuc

Switzerland 1-1 Poland (pens 4-5)

Switzerland 1-1 Poland (pens 4-5)
Poland will meet Croatia or Portugal in the quarter-finals of Euro 2016 after beating Switzerland on penalties.
http://ift.tt/28Y7DTR

Dasaolu secures 100m Olympic berth

Dasaolu secures 100m Olympic berth
James Dasaolu wins a thrilling battle of Britain's sprint kings to secure his place at his second Olympic Games.
http://ift.tt/28T89Pm

Butchart wins 5,000m to seal Rio place

Butchart wins 5,000m to seal Rio place
Andrew Butchart surges clear of the field to comfortably win the 5,000m at the Olympic trials in Birmingham.
http://ift.tt/28Uc55K

Cibulkova wins Eastbourne title

Cibulkova wins Eastbourne title
Slovak 12th seed Dominika Cibulkova beats Karolina Pliskova 7-5 6-3 to win Eastbourne's Aegon International.
http://ift.tt/28T3Nry

Hull FC 22-8 Catalans

Hull FC 22-8 Catalans
Super League leaders Hull FC reach the Challenge Cup semi-finals with victory over Catalans Dragons - their 10th win in a row.
http://ift.tt/28Y23ko

Ennis-Hill leads on heptathlon return

Ennis-Hill leads on heptathlon return
Olympic champion Jessica Ennis-Hill leads after four events in her first heptathlon since winning gold in last year's World Championships.
http://ift.tt/28T3HA3

Euro 2016: Wales v Northern Ireland build-up

Euro 2016: Wales v Northern Ireland build-up
Follow live TV, radio and text coverage as Wales take on Northern Ireland in the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/2942wk3

Japan 16-21 Scotland

Japan 16-21 Scotland
Greig Laidlaw comes on to kick Scotland to victory against Japan in Tokyo and secure a 2-0 series victory.
http://ift.tt/28Vp0XH

Ohuruogu pulls out of British trials

Ohuruogu pulls out of British trials
Christine Ohuruogu withdraws from the British Athletics Championships, which double as the Olympic trials, because of a virus.
http://ift.tt/28SVHPn

Switzerland v Poland - TV, text & radio

Switzerland v Poland - TV, text & radio
Follow live TV, radio and text coverage as Switzerland face Poland in the first match of the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28SduZ7

Eastbourne final: Pliskova v Cibulkova

Eastbourne final: Pliskova v Cibulkova
Watch live coverage of the final of the 2016 Aegon International from Eastbourne as Karolina Pliskova takes on Dominika Cibulkova.
http://ift.tt/28UMuZi

Hull FC v Catalans Dragons

Hull FC v Catalans Dragons
Follow live radio and text commentary from the Challenge Cup quarter-final as Hull FC face Catalans Dragons.
http://ift.tt/28XKN0b

British Championships

British Championships
Watch live BBC Red Button and listen to live radio coverage from the British Athletics Championships.
http://ift.tt/28SQ5EN

Willett misses cut as three share lead

Willett misses cut as three share lead
Danny Willett misses the cut at the BMW International as Kiradech Aphibarnrat, Raphael Jacquelin and Henrik Stenson lead.
http://ift.tt/28XFWMG

County Championship & T20

County Championship & T20
Listen to live radio commentary from Saturday's County Championship and T20 Blast matches.
http://ift.tt/28WwckL

ATP Nottingham Open - Finals day

ATP Nottingham Open - Finals day
Listen to live BBC Radio Nottingham commentary from the final of the Nottingham Open.
http://ift.tt/28Txidr

Japan v Scotland

Japan v Scotland
Follow BBC TV and text coverage as Scotland play the second of two summer Tests against Japan.
http://ift.tt/28XCSjt

Injured Anderson doubt for first Test

Injured Anderson doubt for first Test
England fast bowler James Anderson is a doubt for the first Text against Pakistan after injuring his right shoulder.
http://ift.tt/28SOJdh

Wimbledon 2016 - all you need to know

Wimbledon 2016 - all you need to know
The contenders, the British up-and-comers, the dress code, the weather, the queue, the celebs - all you need to know about Wimbledon 2016.
http://ift.tt/28UAUNU

New Zealand 46-6 Wales

New Zealand 46-6 Wales
Beauden Barrett scores two tries in a 26-point haul as New Zealand rout Wales in their third Test in New Zealand.
http://ift.tt/28Xyr8s

New Zealand v Wales

New Zealand v Wales
Follow radio and text commentary of the third Tests between New Zealand v Wales, Australia v England & South Africa v Ireland.
http://ift.tt/28WazB9

Charlotte Edwards - from crease to commentary box

Charlotte Edwards - from crease to commentary box
Stumped podcast: Charlotte Edwards on watching the team she graced for 20 years, and the Caribbean Premier League goes Stateside.
http://m.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p03yptf6

Friday, June 24, 2016

Scotland need calm heads - Strauss

Scotland need calm heads - Strauss
Scotland must 'not be too fancy' in their approach to Saturday's second Test against Japan in Tokyo, says Josh Strauss.
http://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/36623182

Australia critics not so smart - Jones

Australia critics not so smart - Jones
England coach Eddie Jones says the "smart guys" who predicted a 3-0 defeat for his side by Australia are now "not so smart".
http://ift.tt/28XeqPI

New Zealand v Wales (Sat)

New Zealand v Wales (Sat)
Former flanker Martyn Williams hopes Wales can avoid the pitfalls of their two previous defeats by New Zealand in the third Test.
http://ift.tt/28RkDZT

GB pursuit team a 'good shot' for gold

GB pursuit team a 'good shot' for gold
Scottish rider Katie Archibald believes the women's team pursuit quartet can defend their Olympic title in Rio.
http://ift.tt/28XaUVi

Wales & N Ireland set for Paris tie

Wales & N Ireland set for Paris tie
Wales and Northern Ireland bid for their first European Championship quarter-final when they meet in Saturday's last-16 tie.
http://ift.tt/28VolEc

'Jab and move' - why Wales v NI will be more like a boxing match

'Jab and move' - why Wales v NI will be more like a boxing match
BBC pundits Dean Saunders and Neil Lennon assess where Wales v Northern Ireland in the last 16 of Euro 2016 will be won and lost.
http://ift.tt/28T8WQr

Warrington 20-18 Widnes

Warrington 20-18 Widnes
Warrington join Wakefield in the semi-finals of the Challenge Cup after a narrow win over local rivals Widnes Vikings.
http://ift.tt/295YaYu

'Dream Wimbledon draw' boosts Murray

'Dream Wimbledon draw' boosts Murray
Andy Murray's Wimbledon draw could scarcely be better if the number two seed had picked it himself, says Kheredine Idessane.
http://ift.tt/295Wdve

Smith to fight Alvarez in America

Smith to fight Alvarez in America
WBO light-middleweight champion Liam Smith will face WBC middleweight title holder Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez in America in 17 September
http://ift.tt/28WpnAE

England thrash Sri Lanka by 10 wickets

England thrash Sri Lanka by 10 wickets
Alex Hales and Jason Roy both score centuries as England sweep aside Sri Lanka to win the second ODI by 10 wickets.
http://ift.tt/28WJcbe

What Do This Week’s Supreme Court Decisions Mean for Immigration and Affirmative Action?

What Do This Week’s Supreme Court Decisions Mean for Immigration and Affirmative Action?
A conversation about the rulings in United States v. Texas and Fisher v. University of Texas at Austin.
http://ift.tt/28Tom9K

Warrington Wolves v Widnes Vikings

Warrington Wolves v Widnes Vikings
Live BBC Two, radio and text coverage of the Challenge Cup quarter-final between Warrington Wolves and Widnes Vikings.
http://ift.tt/28WAhXe

Rio lab latest to be suspended by Wada

Rio lab latest to be suspended by Wada
Rio's anti-doping Laboratory is suspended by Wada just six weeks before the Brazilian city hosts the Olympic Games.
http://ift.tt/28SEkin

British world 775 reaches Wimbledon

British world 775 reaches Wimbledon
Britain's Marcus Willis, the world number 775, qualifies for the main draw at Wimbledon after beating Daniil Medvedev.
http://ift.tt/28SeAXK

Grace out of Olympics due to Zika fears

Grace out of Olympics due to Zika fears
South Africa's Branden Grace joins Rory McIlroy in pulling out of this summer's Olympic Games because of fears around the Zika virus
http://ift.tt/28SSnoJ

Friday's T20 Blast

Friday's T20 Blast
Follow live text and radio commentary from Friday's action in the T20 Blast.
http://ift.tt/28VWqEO

Brexit 'could affect summer transfers'

Brexit 'could affect summer transfers'
British football clubs could find recruitment more difficult after the UK's decision to leave the European Union, an expert warns.
http://ift.tt/294kcep

GB wheelchair curling has funding cut

GB wheelchair curling has funding cut
British wheelchair curling has its funding pulled by UK Sport in the lead-up to the 2018 Paralympic Winter Games.
http://ift.tt/28S6KZO

Fury postpones Klitschko rematch

Fury postpones Klitschko rematch
World heavyweight champion Tyson Fury postpones his rematch with Wladimir Klitschko after injuring an ankle.
http://ift.tt/28RO5S4

Wiggins & Cavendish in GB Olympic team

Wiggins & Cavendish in GB Olympic team
Sir Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish are in a 26-strong Great Britain cycling team for the Rio Olympics this summer.
http://ift.tt/28RWrVW

Who made your team of the group stage?

Who made your team of the group stage?
McGovern? Bonucci? Bale? We asked you to pick your best XI of the group stage - and here are the results.
http://ift.tt/28ROeVH

Konta into first Eastbourne semi-final

Konta into first Eastbourne semi-final
British number one Johanna Konta is through to the Eastbourne semi-finals with a straight-sets win over Ekaterina Makarova.
http://ift.tt/291UvfM

Lawro's predictions - last-16 ties

Lawro's predictions - last-16 ties
BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson gives his predictions for the first round of knockout matches at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28Rm745

England's Kane denies 'tiredness' claims

England's Kane denies 'tiredness' claims
Harry Kane says he is not tired and feels "sharp and ready" to perform against Iceland in England's last-16 tie on Monday.
http://ift.tt/293Pa6l

England v Sri Lanka - text, radio & highlights

England v Sri Lanka - text, radio & highlights
Live text commentary, Test Match Special coverage and in-play highlights as England face Sri Lanka in the second one-day international at Edgbaston.
http://ift.tt/28RA1Z2

Liverpool target Southampton's Mane

Liverpool target Southampton's Mane
Liverpool make Southampton striker Sadio Mane a prime summer transfer target in a £30m move but Saints are likely to want £10m more.
http://ift.tt/28TzfvK

Sinclair & Innes handed Rio pair place

Sinclair & Innes handed Rio pair place
European Championship silver medallists Alan Sinclair and Stewart Innes are confirmed as Team GB's men's pair for Rio 2016.
http://ift.tt/28Rw8Dc

AZ Alkmaar reject Spurs bid for Janssen

AZ Alkmaar reject Spurs bid for Janssen
AZ Alkmaar say they have rejected a bid from Tottenham - reported to be for £11.3m - for striker Vincent Janssen.
http://ift.tt/28S8enr

Mini IPL to be held in September

Mini IPL to be held in September
A shortened version of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be held overseas every year from September 2016.
http://ift.tt/28Rw6v4

Blaming Muslims, at First, in Norway

Blaming Muslims, at First, in Norway
After a mass shooting, an Afghan refugee finally meets his neighbor.
http://ift.tt/293piHO

Do You Want Bubbles With That?

Do You Want Bubbles With That?
A dash of Champagne is just one of many ways to get some fizz in your glass.
http://ift.tt/293p7vW

Torso of Air

Torso of Air
Selected by Matthew Zapruder.
http://ift.tt/293po26

How to Be a Paparazzo

How to Be a Paparazzo
Memorize license-plate numbers. Avoid frightening famous children.
http://ift.tt/293p9E4

The 6.12.16 Issue

The 6.12.16 Issue
Readers respond.
http://ift.tt/293po2b

Judge John Hodgman on a Parental Ice Cream Tax

Judge John Hodgman on a Parental Ice Cream Tax
Shouldn’t everyone — even children — have the right to saliva-free food?
http://ift.tt/293pnLE

Wigan-bound Burgess joins Rabbitohs

Wigan-bound Burgess joins Rabbitohs
England winger Joe Burgess joins South Sydney Rabbitohs for the rest season before rejoining Wigan Warriors.
http://ift.tt/28VfNye

Murray faces Broady in Wimbledon opener

Murray faces Broady in Wimbledon opener
World number two Andy Murray is drawn against fellow Briton Liam Broady in the first round of Wimbledon.
http://ift.tt/28Tm6ml

Cipriani found guilty of drink-driving

Cipriani found guilty of drink-driving
England rugby star Danny Cipriani is found guilty of drinking and driving after he crashed his car following a night out.
http://ift.tt/291xNnU

Eastbourne: Radwanska v Cibulkova

Eastbourne: Radwanska v Cibulkova
Watch live coverage of the quarter and semi-finals from Eastbourne with Johanna Konta and Agnieszka Radwanska in action.
http://ift.tt/28TlI7r

'I maxed out two credit cards playing tennis'

'I maxed out two credit cards playing tennis'
British number seven Alex Ward, a Wimbledon wildcard, speaks about life in tennis' third tier.
http://ift.tt/28RSgcV

Sportsday - rolling Euro 2016 news

Sportsday - rolling Euro 2016 news
Euro 2016 last 16 build-up including Wales, Northern Ireland and England news conferences, debate, gossip and social media
http://ift.tt/291klAj

Wood wants Gatland & Jones for Lions

Wood wants Gatland & Jones for Lions
Warren Gatland and Eddie Jones should both be part of the Lions coaching team in New Zealand, says former Lion Keith Wood.
http://ift.tt/28T8dV5

'I can't get Will Grigg's song out of my head'

'I can't get Will Grigg's song out of my head'
Northern Ireland do not want their Euro 2016 adventure to end, says injured midfielder and BBC pundit Chris Brunt.
http://ift.tt/291kkwa

Philadelphia 76ers take Simmons in draft

Philadelphia 76ers take Simmons in draft
The Philadelphia 76ers take Australian forward Ben Simmons as the first pick in the NBA draft.
http://ift.tt/28UCQJc

Thursday, June 23, 2016

iWonder: Why are left-handers more likely to win Wimbledon?

iWonder: Why are left-handers more likely to win Wimbledon?
Just 10% of people are left-handed, yet 23% of Wimbledon singles titles in the Open Era have been won by them - Greg Rusedski reveals why.
http://ift.tt/28RmIU4

I'm feeling the pressure - Joshua

I'm feeling the pressure - Joshua
Anthony Joshua admitted that he "feels the pressure" ahead of the first defence of his IBF world heavyweight title against Dominic Breazeale.
http://ift.tt/28R1qpu

England can do magical things - Rooney

England can do magical things - Rooney
Captain Wayne Rooney believes England are capable of "magical things" after reaching the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28WKgKK

LeBron James pulls out of US Rio team

LeBron James pulls out of US Rio team
Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James withdraws from consideration for USA's basketball team for this summer's Rio Olympics.
http://ift.tt/28VZmQs

USA defeat all but ends GB medal hopes

USA defeat all but ends GB medal hopes
Great Britain women's hopes of a Champions Trophy medal are all but over after a lacklustre display saw them lose 2-0 to USA.
http://ift.tt/28QlyI7

Southampton not pursuing Pellegrini

Southampton not pursuing Pellegrini
Southampton will not appoint former Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini as their new manager.
http://ift.tt/28Ua75A

Kenya & Russia given Rio doping deadline

Kenya & Russia given Rio doping deadline
Kenyan and Russian athletes wanting to compete in Rio are told how to prove they are clean - and have 11 days to do it.
http://ift.tt/28RsOpp

Dull England need to open up - Cheika

Dull England need to open up - Cheika
Australia coach Michael Cheika expects series winners England to "throw it around a little bit more" in Saturday's third Test.
http://ift.tt/28QgV3H

Huddersfield 16-28 Wakefield

Huddersfield 16-28 Wakefield
Wakefield reach their first Challenge Cup semi-final since 2008 by winning at Huddersfield in the last eight.
http://ift.tt/290EWDy

Police release pictures of England fans

Police release pictures of England fans
Pictures are released of 72 England fans suspected of having been involved in "highly organised" violence in Marseille during Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28OMSIl

Spurs sign £11m midfielder Wanyama

Spurs sign £11m midfielder Wanyama
Tottenham complete the signing of Southampton midfielder Victor Wanyama on a five-year deal.
http://ift.tt/28TuQsh

Champion De Sousa banned over whip use

Champion De Sousa banned over whip use
Champion jockey Silvestre De Sousa faces 12 days on the sidelines after breaching rules on use of the whip.
http://ift.tt/28OJRrw

Huddersfield 8-14 Wakefield

Huddersfield 8-14 Wakefield
Follow live text commentary and BBC Radio Leeds coverage of Huddersfield v Wakefield in the Challenge Cup quarter-final.
http://ift.tt/28TkBEm

Wales & NI 'have belief to win Euros'

Wales & NI 'have belief to win Euros'
Wales' Gareth Bale says winning Euro 2016 is their "ultimate goal", while Kyle Lafferty insists Northern Ireland "can go all the way".
http://ift.tt/28PWfss

Simmonds claims national time-trial win

Simmonds claims national time-trial win
Hayley Simmonds claims victory in the women's time-trial at the National Road Race Championships, as Emma Pooley finishes fourth.
http://ift.tt/28ZTlQD

England batsman Compton to take break

England batsman Compton to take break
Middlesex and England batsman Nick Compton will take a break from cricket, the club and the ECB have agreed.
http://ift.tt/28SExGb

'Lendl key to Murray's mental edge'

'Lendl key to Murray's mental edge'
Andy Murray's reunion with Ivan Lendl will help perfect the Briton's mental game, says his mother Judy Murray.
http://ift.tt/28REM6b

Payne to miss Ireland-S Africa decider

Payne to miss Ireland-S Africa decider
Jared Payne will miss Ireland's series decider against South Africa with a calf injury, so Tiernan O'Halloran is handed his first start.
http://ift.tt/28ZlBCL

Pendleton keen on Cheltenham return

Pendleton keen on Cheltenham return
Double Olympic cycling champion Victoria Pendleton would ride at the Cheltenham Festival again, if given the chance.
http://ift.tt/28SQ09W

Ireland scrum-half Reddan to retire

Ireland scrum-half Reddan to retire
Ireland and Leinster scrum-half Eoin Reddan announces his retirement from the game at the age of 35.
http://ift.tt/28P012P

McDowell will not replace McIlroy in Rio

McDowell will not replace McIlroy in Rio
Graeme McDowell will not play at the Rio Olympics because his wife is due to give birth shortly after the tournament.
http://ift.tt/28PfNNF

Players respect Hodgson - Rooney

Players respect Hodgson - Rooney
England captain Wayne Rooney says the players "respected" Roy Hodgson's decision to make six changes for Monday's draw with Slovakia.
http://ift.tt/28YrJv7

Kumble named as new India coach

Kumble named as new India coach
India appoint former captain and leg spinner Anil Kumble as their new head coach on a one-year deal.
http://ift.tt/28O3X5q

Azarenka out of Wimbledon with injury

Azarenka out of Wimbledon with injury
Two-time Grand Slam champion and sixth seed Victoria Azarenka is ruled out of Wimbledon with a knee injury.
http://ift.tt/28Pfjsy

Eastbourne quarter-finals

Eastbourne quarter-finals
Watch live coverage of the quarter-finals of the 2016 Aegon International from Eastbourne.
http://ift.tt/28Pb4vt

Cynthia Ozick’s Long Crusade

Cynthia Ozick’s Long Crusade
The author is considered one of the greatest fiction writers and critics alive today. At 88, she shows no signs of slowing down.
http://ift.tt/28PP0jM

The Secret to a Great Chicken Parm: Grill It

The Secret to a Great Chicken Parm: Grill It
This update to the Italian-American classic will render a more complex version that is sweet, salty and smoke-scented all at once.
http://ift.tt/28RREZa

BBC pundits on Euro 2016 so far

BBC pundits on Euro 2016 so far
BBC pundits Rio Ferdinand, Thierry Henry and Alan Shearer on the new format and who has impressed them in France.
http://ift.tt/28OHJ15

Big fights will happen in time, promises Joshua

Big fights will happen in time, promises Joshua
Britain's IBF world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua says he will "give back" to fans by fighting the big names in time, as he prepares to face Dominic Breazeale.
http://ift.tt/28TTE1T

London winners get Rio athletics call

London winners get Rio athletics call
London 2012 champions David Weir and Hannah Cockroft are included in the GB athletics team for the Rio Paralympics.
http://ift.tt/28RKx2A

County Championship - text and radio

County Championship - text and radio
Follow live text and radio commentary from the County Championship.
http://ift.tt/28PHJ36

Vardy agrees new Leicester contract

Vardy agrees new Leicester contract
England striker and Arsenal target Jamie Vardy agrees a new deal with Premier League champions Leicester City.
http://ift.tt/28NO2ny

'I'm determined to keep my Olympic dream alive'

'I'm determined to keep my Olympic dream alive'
British Olympic hopeful Isobel Pooley reveals how Annie Mac and Monty Python helped her deal with her injury setback.
http://ift.tt/28NOx0M

Rutherford pulls out of British trials

Rutherford pulls out of British trials
Olympic champion Greg Rutherford pulls out of this weekend's British Championships in Birmingham because of fitness concerns.
http://ift.tt/28PrbbM

Sportsday - rolling sports news

Sportsday - rolling sports news
Wales, Northern Ireland and England discover their Euro 2016 fate, the Republic shock Italy, plus gossip and best of social media.
http://ift.tt/28TAngY

'Imbecile' Fury like Hitler - Klitschko

'Imbecile' Fury like Hitler - Klitschko
Wladimir Klitschko says heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury's recent comments about Jewish people made him sound "like Hitler".
http://ift.tt/28OkmF3

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Retired Turner to come back for Ascot

Retired Turner to come back for Ascot
Britain's leading female jockey Hayley Turner is to come out of retirement to ride in the Shergar Cup at Ascot.
http://ift.tt/28OJWNj

Pyrgos to lead Scotland against Japan

Pyrgos to lead Scotland against Japan
Henry Pyrgos will captain Scotland against Japan on Saturday as the visitors make six changes for the final Test in Tokyo.
http://ift.tt/28X5khI

Day to consult family about Zika virus

Day to consult family about Zika virus
Jason Day says he will decide with his family whether to compete at the Rio Olympics because of fears about the Zika virus.
http://ift.tt/28OJOxa

Chile through after two-hour rain delay

Chile through after two-hour rain delay
Chile beat Colombia 2-0 to reach Sunday's Copa America final after a two-hour delay because of an electrical storm in Chicago.
http://ift.tt/28X5juk

Zlatan bids farewell as Sweden bow out

Zlatan bids farewell as Sweden bow out
Zlatan Ibrahimovic waves goodbye to international football after Sweden are knocked out of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28OLJU5

Russian weightlifters face Rio 2016 ban

Russian weightlifters face Rio 2016 ban
The weightlifting teams of Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus face a ban from the Rio Olympics for anti-doping violations.
http://ift.tt/28PnCkt

Brady winner an 'out-of-body experience'

Brady winner an 'out-of-body experience'
Robbie Brady says he is "over the moon" after scoring the goal that sent the Republic of Ireland into the last 16 at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28QqlPu

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Ronaldo & Brady star

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Ronaldo & Brady star
Catch up with all the goals, match highlights, fun moments and more from the 2016 Uefa European Championship in France.
http://ift.tt/28Opig7

Harrison set for England start in Sydney

Harrison set for England start in Sydney
Flanker Teimana Harrison is set to replace the injured James Haskell for England in Saturday's third Test against Australia in Sydney.
http://ift.tt/28QAeer

Wales, NI & England learn last-16 ties

Wales, NI & England learn last-16 ties
Wales will play Northern Ireland in the last 16 of Euro 2016, while England take on Iceland and the Republic of Ireland play France.
http://ift.tt/28R1UPF

Sweden 0-1 Belgium

Sweden 0-1 Belgium
Belgium win to reach the last 16 of Euro 2016 as Sweden go out, ending Zlatan Ibrahimovic's international career.
http://ift.tt/28Ykapv

Italy 0-1 Republic of Ireland

Italy 0-1 Republic of Ireland
The Republic of Ireland make it through to the last 16 of Euro 2016 in dramatic style after Robbie Brady's late winner over Italy.
http://ift.tt/28O1pFE

Evans and Francis start for Wales in NZ

Evans and Francis start for Wales in NZ
Wales make two changes for the final Test against New Zealand in Dunedin on Saturday with Rob Evans and Tomas Francis coming into the front row.
http://ift.tt/28N8Iuc

Konta beats Kvitova in Eastbourne

Konta beats Kvitova in Eastbourne
British number one Johanna Konta beats two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova to reach the quarter-finals at Eastbourne.
http://ift.tt/28RLnLx

Euro 2016: Italy v Republic of Ireland, Sweden v Belgium

Euro 2016: Italy v Republic of Ireland, Sweden v Belgium
Follow text coverage and listen to BBC Radio 5 live as Italy face the Republic of Ireland and Sweden play Belgium in Group E.
http://ift.tt/28PTE4a

Iceland 2-1 Austria

Iceland 2-1 Austria
Iceland will play England in the last 16 of Euro 2016 after Arnor Ingvi Traustason's winner against Austria.
http://ift.tt/28RF3UE

Hungary 3-3 Portugal

Hungary 3-3 Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in a pulsating draw against Hungary as Portugal set up a meeting with Croatia in the last 16 at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28N7UFx

Evans knocked out of Nottingham Open

Evans knocked out of Nottingham Open
British number four Dan Evans is out of the Nottingham Open after a 6-7 7-6 6-4 defeat by world number 25 Pablo Cuevas.
http://ift.tt/28NWT9c

England women win series with record

England women win series with record
England women take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the one-day series against Pakistan after a record total of 378-5 at Worcester.
http://ift.tt/28PHerX

'Last-chance saloon' for Groves

'Last-chance saloon' for Groves
George Groves thinks the loser of his all-British super-middleweight fight with Martin Murray on Saturday will quit boxing.
http://ift.tt/28UaKKg

Hungary v Portugal & Iceland v Austria - TV & radio

Hungary v Portugal & Iceland v Austria - TV & radio
Watch BBC One, follow live text coverage and listen to 5 live as Hungary play Portugal and Iceland face Austria in the Group E finale.
http://ift.tt/28NrO6i

King 'heartbroken' to miss out on Rio

King 'heartbroken' to miss out on Rio
Dani King says she is "heartbroken" after being left out of the Great Britain cycling team for the Rio Olympics.
http://ift.tt/28NscRp

Luton to host Aston Villa in EFL Cup

Luton to host Aston Villa in EFL Cup
Aston Villa are drawn away to Luton Town in their first EFL Cup appearance since relegation from the Premier League.
http://ift.tt/28QGL8s

Live Tennis: Eastbourne

Live Tennis: Eastbourne
Watch live coverage of Wednesday's action from the Aegon International at Eastbourne 2016.
http://ift.tt/28NlRV7

Froome leads Sky Tour de France squad

Froome leads Sky Tour de France squad
Reigning Tour de France champion Chris Froome will lead the Team Sky squad for next month's 103rd edition of the race.
http://ift.tt/28OMYTO

The Marriage That Led to the Russian Track Team’s Olympic Ban

The Marriage That Led to the Russian Track Team’s Olympic Ban
A doping track star and an anti-doping officer get married, nearly divorce, then blow the whistle on Russia’s state-run cheating.
http://ift.tt/28Na7TK

Letter of Recommendation: Fortean Times

Letter of Recommendation: Fortean Times
The British magazine takes an invitingly agnostic attitude toward the paranormal.
http://ift.tt/28O975k

Ali Wong Knows How the Internet Sees Her

Ali Wong Knows How the Internet Sees Her
The comedian on performing after her miscarriage, why women are funnier than men and her favorite pooping aids.
http://ift.tt/28O9e0Q

Can You Keep a Woman From Courting Your Elderly Dad?

Can You Keep a Woman From Courting Your Elderly Dad?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on whether to prevent a father’s late-in-life romance and whether it’s O.K. to leave your hearing aids at home during a job interview.
http://ift.tt/28O9cpR

England will not scare anyone - Shearer

England will not scare anyone - Shearer
Former England captain Alan Shearer says there are lots of unanswered questions over Roy Hodgson's team and tactics.
http://ift.tt/28Ma34K

Tie masks 'rusty' England - Morgan

Tie masks 'rusty' England - Morgan
Liam Plunkett's six off the last ball to tie the first ODI with Sri Lanka masked a "rusty" England display, says Eoin Morgan.
http://ift.tt/28T4Itm

Pick the best XI of Euro 2016 so far

Pick the best XI of Euro 2016 so far
Dimitri Payet? Granit Xhaka? Gareth Bale? Who would make your Euro 2016 starting XI after the group stage?
http://ift.tt/28MWVij

Jones targets Olympic title defence

Jones targets Olympic title defence
London 2012 medallists Jade Jones and Lutalo Muhammad are included in Great Britain's squad for the 2016 Olympic Games.
http://ift.tt/28LNXAX

County Championship - live text & radio

County Championship - live text & radio
Follow live text and radio commentary from the County Championship, including Durham v Yorkshire and Surrey v Notts.
http://ift.tt/28MT4ly

The Prosecutor and the President

The Prosecutor and the President
The International Criminal Court embodied the hope of bringing warlords and demagogues to justice. Then Luis Moreno-Ocampo took on the heir to Kenya’s most powerful political dynasty.
http://ift.tt/28QdACw

Konta & Murray among seeds at Wimbledon

Konta & Murray among seeds at Wimbledon
Andy Murray is seeded second in the men's singles at Wimbledon and fellow Briton Johanna Konta is seeded 17th in the women's event.
http://ift.tt/28MXMic

England v Pakistan: Women's ODI

England v Pakistan: Women's ODI
Live text and Test Match Special commentary as England's women bat first against Pakistan in their second one-day international at Worcester.
http://ift.tt/28MVZK8

McIlroy out of Olympics over Zika fears

McIlroy out of Olympics over Zika fears
Rory McIlroy pulls out of the Olympic Games in Rio because of concerns about the Zika virus.
http://ift.tt/28Vgk0l

Newcastle face Fulham in Championship opener

Newcastle face Fulham in Championship opener
Newcastle kick-off the 2016-17 English Football League season with a Championship trip to Fulham on Friday, 5 August.
http://ift.tt/28Q7K49

Sportsday - Euro 2016, fixtures and news

Sportsday - Euro 2016, fixtures and news
Reaction to Northern Ireland reaching the last 16 of Euro 2016, EFL fixtures, plus latest sports news, debate and gossip.
http://ift.tt/28ObFj5

A night to savour for Northern Ireland

A night to savour for Northern Ireland
A gutsy performance in defeat, an anxious wait and a huge celebration – how Northern Ireland enjoyed a night to remember.
http://ift.tt/28Opled

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Messi record as Argentina reach final

Messi record as Argentina reach final
Lionel Messi becomes his country's leading scorer as Argentina beat hosts the United States 4-0 to reach the Copa America final.
http://ift.tt/28OKnHS

Wednesday's gossip column

Wednesday's gossip column
Manchester United bid £28m for Henrik Mkhitaryan, Gareth Bale to get new Real Madrid deal, Nolito to join Manchester City, plus more.
http://ift.tt/28ME3ld

Brazil 'Olympic' jaguar shot dead

Brazil 'Olympic' jaguar shot dead
A jaguar is shot dead shortly after it was used in an Olympic torch relay at a zoo in the Brazilian city of Manaus, the army says.
http://ift.tt/28ME0Ue

Injured Wales trio miss final NZ game

Injured Wales trio miss final NZ game
Wales forwards Gethin Jenkins, Bradley Davies and Josh Turnbull will miss the final Test in New Zealand because of injury.
http://ift.tt/28NAvAG

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Northern Ireland into last 16

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Northern Ireland into last 16
Catch up with all the goals, match highlights, fun moments and more from the 2016 Uefa European Championship in France.
http://ift.tt/28LOP6y

Eubank Jr will show Doran 'no mercy'

Eubank Jr will show Doran 'no mercy'
Chris Eubank Jr says he will not be affected by his last fight with Nick Blackwell when he makes his first British title defence.
http://ift.tt/28NWCEG

GB gold hopes all but ended by NZ loss

GB gold hopes all but ended by NZ loss
Britain's hopes of a first women's Champions Trophy title look over after a disappointing 1-0 defeat by New Zealand in London.
http://ift.tt/28R6JXj

Wales happy whoever they play at Euros

Wales happy whoever they play at Euros
Aaron Ramsey and his Wales team-mates are not worried about who they might face in the last 16 at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28KUZWk

Hodgson has 'no regrets' over selection

Hodgson has 'no regrets' over selection
Roy Hodgson says he has no regrets over his England team selection, despite captain Wayne Rooney's surprise at being dropped.
http://ift.tt/28N4qIo

Jones backs Hartley to be Lions captain

Jones backs Hartley to be Lions captain
England coach Eddie Jones backs his captain Dylan Hartley for the role of Lions captain in New Zealand next year.
http://ift.tt/28NrS8x

NI join England & Wales in last 16

NI join England & Wales in last 16
Northern Ireland join England and Wales in the last 16 of Euro 2016 after finishing as one of the best third-placed teams.
http://ift.tt/28MDv03

Plunkett six gives England tie

Plunkett six gives England tie
Liam Plunkett smashes the final ball of the match for six as England tie a remarkable first one-day international against Sri Lanka.
http://ift.tt/28LPveo

Croatia 2-1 Spain

Croatia 2-1 Spain
Spain will play Italy in the last 16 as they are runners-up in Group D after conceding in a late winner against Croatia.
http://ift.tt/28QOrFw

Northern Ireland v Germany - player ratings

Northern Ireland v Germany - player ratings
Who was "heroic" and who was "again out of position"? BBC Sport assesses Northern Ireland's players in the loss to Germany.
http://ift.tt/28Qu3UW

Northern Ireland v Germany - player ratings

Northern Ireland v Germany - player ratings
Who was "heroic" and who was "again out of position"? BBC Sport assesses Northern Ireland's players in the loss to Germany.
http://ift.tt/28Qu3UW

What's wrong with Ronaldo?

What's wrong with Ronaldo?
Off target but as always the centre of attention - the Ronaldo we are seeing in France is more of a penalty-box predator than ever before.
http://ift.tt/28Qf9he

Northern Ireland 0-1 Germany

Northern Ireland 0-1 Germany
Northern Ireland are beaten by Germany in Paris and must wait to see if they qualify for the last 16 of Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28J9PNl

Croatia v Spain, Czech Rep v Turkey

Croatia v Spain, Czech Rep v Turkey
Follow live TV, radio and text coverage as Croatia face holders Spain and Czech Republic take on Turkey.
http://ift.tt/28MlVsb

Tindall misses out on Rio selection

Tindall misses out on Rio selection
Reigning Olympic silver medallist Zara Tindall has been left out of Great Britain's eventing squad for the 2016 Rio Olympics.
http://ift.tt/28LyDn0

Ukraine 0-1 Poland

Ukraine 0-1 Poland
Poland reach the knockout stages of the Euro's for the first time as they finish second in Group C after a win over Ukraine.
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British number 23 beats top-100 player

British number 23 beats top-100 player
British world number 708 Marcus Willis beats Japan's 99th-ranked Yuichi Sugita in their Wimbledon qualifying opener.
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Four Poland fans arrested after clashes

Four Poland fans arrested after clashes
Four Poland fans are arrested after fights break out in Marseille before their final Euro 2016 group match with Ukraine.
http://ift.tt/28LzPsy

How an Archive of the Internet Could Change History

How an Archive of the Internet Could Change History
Preserving online media is a growing logistical and ethical question. But doing so may completely transform the way we remember the past.
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Will Trump Swallow the G.O.P. Whole?

Will Trump Swallow the G.O.P. Whole?
Inside the identity crisis roiling the Republican Party.
http://ift.tt/28O8R1S

Reedie under pressure over Russia doping

Reedie under pressure over Russia doping
World Anti-Doping Agency president Sir Craig Reedie is under increasing pressure over his approach towards Russian doping.
http://ift.tt/28LhMRj

Knight stars as England thrash Pakistan

Knight stars as England thrash Pakistan
Heather Knight marks her first game as England women's captain with a record-breaking all-round performance to seal a seven-wicket win over Pakistan.
http://ift.tt/28KKY9y

Uefa fines Hungary for crowd trouble

Uefa fines Hungary for crowd trouble
Uefa fines Hungary 65,000 euros (£50,000) after crowd disturbances during their 1-1 draw with Iceland at Euro 2016 on Saturday.
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Kvitova & Wozniacki win at Eastbourne

Kvitova & Wozniacki win at Eastbourne
Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova and former world number one Caroline Wozniacki both make the second round at Eastbourne.
http://ift.tt/28L6jCj

NI v Germany, Ukraine v Poland build-up

NI v Germany, Ukraine v Poland build-up
Live build-up, radio and text commentary as Northern Ireland face world champions Germany in Euro 2016 in Paris.
http://ift.tt/28RdGZz

Rio hopefuls to 'prove' they are clean

Rio hopefuls to 'prove' they are clean
The International Olympic Committee says Russians and Kenyans must have extra doping checks before they can compete in Rio.
http://ift.tt/28LZPGH

Leicester sign defender Hernandez

Leicester sign defender Hernandez
Premier League champions Leicester City sign Spanish defender Luis Hernandez on a four-year deal on a free transfer.
http://ift.tt/28KMhrB

Singapore to host 2017 Ladies' Worlds

Singapore to host 2017 Ladies' Worlds
The Ladies' World Snooker Championships will be held in Singapore in 2017, the first time it has left Britain for 22 years.
http://ift.tt/28KqtuD

England v Sri Lanka: First ODI

England v Sri Lanka: First ODI
Live text commentary, Test Match Special coverage and in-play highlights as England begin their one-day series against Sri Lanka at Trent Bridge.
http://ift.tt/28QGZv6

Live Tennis: Eastbourne - Day 4

Live Tennis: Eastbourne - Day 4
Watch live coverage of day four of the Aegon International Eastbourne 2016.
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Sri Lanka seamer Eranga out of hospital

Sri Lanka seamer Eranga out of hospital
Shaminda Eranga has been released from hospital after tests for an elevated heartbeat revealed nothing abnormal.
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Russian exit draws press disdain

Russian exit draws press disdain
Russia's Euro 2016 exit is described by the country's press as a "disgrace" and a "humiliation" for the 2018 World Cup hosts.
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Albania football win delivers passports

Albania football win delivers passports
Albania says it will award diplomatic passports to its national footballers for having beaten Romania 1-0 at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28L8V79

County Championship - live text & radio

County Championship - live text & radio
Follow live text and radio commentary from the County Championship, including Durham v Yorkshire and Surrey v Notts.
http://ift.tt/28Qdh9B

GB Para-archery squad named for Rio

GB Para-archery squad named for Rio
Previous gold medallists John Stubbs and John Cavanagh lead an archery team with eight debutants at the Rio Paralympics.
http://ift.tt/28KW1CU

England women v Pakistan women

England women v Pakistan women
Listen to ball-by-ball Test Match Special commentary as England women face Pakistan in the rain-delayed first one-day international.
http://ift.tt/28PTh7a

Is this Wales' finest hour?

Is this Wales' finest hour?
BBC Sport Wales' Dafydd Pritchard reflects on Wales' exhilarating and uplifting Group B success at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28JtvR1

Tweddle seeing psychologist after neck fracture

Tweddle seeing psychologist after neck fracture
Former world champion gymnast and Olympic bronze medallist Beth Tweddle reveals she still finds her accident on TV show The Jump, in which she fractured and dislocated her neck, "a hard thing to talk about" and is seeing a psychologist.
http://ift.tt/28Lpv6j

Sportsday: Euro 2016 latest

Sportsday: Euro 2016 latest
Wales and England reaction, build-up to Northern Ireland v Germany, plus the best of social media, pundit analysis and debate.
http://ift.tt/28PnovA

Monday, June 20, 2016

'England problem of Hodgson's making'

'England problem of Hodgson's making'
Roy Hodgson's bizarre move to make six changes at a crucial moment leaves England badly exposed at Euro 2016, writes Phil McNulty.
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Australian Paralympian robbed in Rio

Australian Paralympian robbed in Rio
An Australian athlete who has competed in six Paralympic Games is robbed at gunpoint in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro.
http://ift.tt/28NfMrU

Roberts hopes to play despite head blow

Roberts hopes to play despite head blow
Wales centre Jamie Roberts is undergoing return-to-play protocols after a head blow but hopes to face New Zealand on Saturday.
http://ift.tt/28NyQpX

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Wales & England into last 16

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Wales & England into last 16
Catch up with all the goals, match highlights, fun moments and more from the 2016 Uefa European Championship in France.
http://ift.tt/28KKW7y

Who shone for Wales in win over Russia?

Who shone for Wales in win over Russia?
Who had his best game for Wales? Who tormented Russia? And who battled ferociously? Find out how Wales' players rated in their dominant win.
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Third Test like World Cup final - Jones

Third Test like World Cup final - Jones
England third Test against Australia in Sydney on Saturday will be good practice for the next World Cup, says coach Eddie Jones.
http://ift.tt/28NyhxP

England v Slovakia - how the players rated

England v Slovakia - how the players rated
Chief football writer Phil McNulty rates how England's players performed in their Euro 2016 draw against Slovakia.
http://ift.tt/28K2aCc

Pro boxers in Rio to lose IBF titles

Pro boxers in Rio to lose IBF titles
Professional boxers who compete at the Olympics will be stripped of their IBF tiles for "unsportsmanlike behaviour".
http://ift.tt/28K4NBb

Russia 0-3 Wales

Russia 0-3 Wales
Wales secure a place in the last 16 at Euro 2016 by overpowering Russia to finish top of Group B ahead of England.
http://ift.tt/28M2c8n

England to face Ireland in U20 final

England to face Ireland in U20 final
England's Under-20 side overpower South Africa to set up a final against Ireland on Saturday in Manchester.
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Wales and England into knockout stages

Wales and England into knockout stages
Wales and England qualify for the knockout stages of Euro 2016 after their final Group B games.
http://ift.tt/28JIPjF

Cox stuns De Bakker in Roehampton

Cox stuns De Bakker in Roehampton
British world number 554 Dan Cox records a shock win over 16th seed Thiemo de Bakker in the first round of Wimbledon qualifying.
http://ift.tt/28JGmpq

Edmund beats Rosol in Nottingham

Edmund beats Rosol in Nottingham
British number three Kyle Edmund reaches the second round of the Nottingham Open with a 6-4 6-3 win over Lukas Rosol.
http://ift.tt/28JMTS9

N Ireland can hurt Germany - O'Neill

N Ireland can hurt Germany - O'Neill
Northern Ireland believe they can "hurt" Germany in their final Euro 2016 Group C match, says manager Michael O'Neill.
http://ift.tt/28LvYdj

Watson and Moore beaten at Eastbourne

Watson and Moore beaten at Eastbourne
Britons Heather Watson and Tara Moore both suffer first-round defeats at the WTA event in Eastbourne on Monday.
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Joshua has had it easy - Breazeale

Joshua has had it easy - Breazeale
Anthony Joshua has "had it easy" so far in his career according to Dominic Breazeale, who he fights on Saturday in London.
http://ift.tt/28JTbAL

'US Open rule farce made golf look silly'

'US Open rule farce made golf look silly'
The controversy that overshadowed Dustin Johnson's US Open triumph left the sport open to ridicule and should never happen again, says Iain Carter.
http://ift.tt/28IPGWu

Euro 2016: Slovakia v England

Euro 2016: Slovakia v England
Follow live text commentary and listen to BBC Radio 5 live as England face Slovakia in the final Group B match in Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28LqyjJ

Euro 2016: Russia v Wales

Euro 2016: Russia v Wales
Follow live text coverage and listen to BBC Radio 5 live as Russia face Wales in the final Group B match in Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/28K3TWd

Athletics coach held in anti-doping raid

Athletics coach held in anti-doping raid
The coach of the reigning women's 1,500m world record holder and world champion is arrested in Spain as part of an anti-doping operation.
http://ift.tt/28Ky9hm

Uefa fines Croatia over crowd trouble

Uefa fines Croatia over crowd trouble
Uefa fines Croatia 100,000 euros (£77,000) after fans threw flares during their draw against the Czech Republic on Friday.
http://ift.tt/28LqxfN

Uefa probes Albania & Romania trouble

Uefa probes Albania & Romania trouble
Uefa opens proceedings against Albania and Romania after incidents during Sunday's Euro 2016 match in Lyon.
http://ift.tt/28J6cuV

Morgan wants consistent England

Morgan wants consistent England
England must show more consistency in order to continue their improvement in one-day cricket, captain Eoin Morgan says.
http://ift.tt/28JlWti

Rain delays England and Pakistan

Rain delays England and Pakistan
Rain delays England women's first one-day international against Pakistan at Leicester, their first under new captain Heather Knight.
http://ift.tt/28Jk4on

Chesterfield sign striker Ched Evans

Chesterfield sign striker Ched Evans
Ched Evans, who faces a retrial over rape allegations in October, signs for League One side Chesterfield.
http://ift.tt/28JfNMA

Munn earns call for seventh Games

Munn earns call for seventh Games
Great Britain wheelchair basketball veteran Simon Munn is selected for a seventh Paralympics at the age of 48.
http://ift.tt/28JgW7m

Rio 2016: Olympic sport this week

Rio 2016: Olympic sport this week
Olympic sports news from the past week, plus the events coming up as the world's best athletes prepare for Rio.
http://ift.tt/28JfHts

England v Pakistan: Women's ODI

England v Pakistan: Women's ODI
Live text and Test Match Special commentary on the first women's ODI between England and Pakistan at Leicester, where rain has delayed the start.
http://ift.tt/28IMFcy

I'll be fit for Wimbledon - Robson

I'll be fit for Wimbledon - Robson
British wildcard Laura Robson says she will be fit for Wimbledon despite pulling out of Eastbourne because of a thigh injury.
http://ift.tt/28IM2kp

Crunch time looms for England and Wales

Crunch time looms for England and Wales
England and Wales go into Monday's final Euro 2016 Group B games still needing points to guarantee a spot in the knockout stages.
http://ift.tt/28IQCeP

Asif playing club cricket in Norway

Asif playing club cricket in Norway
Pakistan bowler Mohammad Asif is playing club cricket in Norway as he continues to rebuild his career following spot-fixing ban.
http://ift.tt/28INB1r

Tottenham agree £11m fee for Wanyama

Tottenham agree £11m fee for Wanyama
Tottenham Hotspur agree a fee of £11m for Southampton midfielder Victor Wanyama, BBC Radio Solent understands.
http://ift.tt/28IH0zZ

Slovakia v England

Slovakia v England
Preview followed by live coverage of England's final Euro 2016 group game against Slovakia in Saint-Etienne on Monday.
http://ift.tt/28IIHgu

Celtic face Tallinn or Gibraltar trip

Celtic face Tallinn or Gibraltar trip
Celtic will face either Estonian side Flora Tallinn or Lincoln of Gibraltar in their opening Champions League qualifier.
http://ift.tt/28IyUe6

Kim claims Meijer Classic in play-off

Kim claims Meijer Classic in play-off
South Korea's Sei Young Kim birdies the first extra hole to overcome Spain's Carlota Ciganda and win the Meijer LPGA Classic.
http://ift.tt/28IB3Wm

How Jones made England winners again

How Jones made England winners again
From World Cup flops to a Grand Slam and historic win in Australia - how did new coach Eddie Jones transform England so quickly?
http://ift.tt/28IIMAU

County Championship - live text & radio

County Championship - live text & radio
Follow live text and radio commentary from six County Championship matches, including Durham v Yorkshire.
http://ift.tt/28ICUw4

Inter Milan keen to sign Yaya Toure

Inter Milan keen to sign Yaya Toure
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure could move to Inter Milan this summer but the move has been described as '50-50.'
http://ift.tt/28IzcPD

The ‘Active Shooter’ Is Never Far Away

The ‘Active Shooter’ Is Never Far Away
How the rampaging gunman became a defining feature of 21st-century American life.
http://ift.tt/28IoOaC

'This is biggest time for women's cricket'

'This is biggest time for women's cricket'
Before the inaugural Women's Cricket Super League, England's Kate Cross talks about how the sport is changing for the next generation of players.
http://ift.tt/28Ip1ME

Sportsday: England and Wales build-up

Sportsday: England and Wales build-up
Build-up to England and Wales' final group matches at Euro 2016, plus newspaper headlines, gossip and the best of social media.
http://ift.tt/1Xz229x

Football bans for more than 100 under-18s

Football bans for more than 100 under-18s
More than 100 under-18s have been banned from attending football matches in the last three years, according to figures from Britain's police forces.
http://ift.tt/266NQK4

Sunday, June 19, 2016

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Swiss hold France to qualify

Euro 2016 Catch-Up: Swiss hold France to qualify
Catch up with all the goals, match highlights, fun moments and more from the 2016 Uefa European Championship in France.
http://ift.tt/25038us

James leads Cavaliers to NBA title

James leads Cavaliers to NBA title
A LeBron James-inspired Cleveland Cavaliers complete their comeback from 3-1 down to beat Golden State Warriors in the best-of-seven NBA finals.
http://ift.tt/1UFpQ9I

Title could be Rosberg's - Hamilton

Title could be Rosberg's - Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says the technical problems afflicting him this year are making him fear for his hopes of winning the championship.
http://ift.tt/28PRuqQ

Johnson wins US Open in farcical finish

Johnson wins US Open in farcical finish
Ireland's Shane Lowry lets slip a four-shot lead as Dustin Johnson wins his first major after a controversial finish at Oakmont.
http://ift.tt/1Y3gKGX

Rosberg's charm edging Hamilton's speed

Rosberg's charm edging Hamilton's speed
Lewis Hamilton's superior speed is no match for Nico Rosberg's charming percentage play if the mistakes keep coming, says Andrew Benson.
http://ift.tt/1UIO5zX

Third-place table - who will go through?

Third-place table - who will go through?
Will goal difference be crucial? Could yellow cards settle it? BBC Sport assesses which teams are best placed to qualify for the last 16 at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/1XymyHk

Spain take final Olympic sevens place

Spain take final Olympic sevens place
Spain qualify for the Olympic sevens by beating favourites Samoa in the repechage tournament final in Monaco on Sunday.
http://ift.tt/200T2Iz

Football with Lendl and early bedtimes

Football with Lendl and early bedtimes
Britain's Andy Murray on a Queen's record, a Euro 2016 match-up with coach Ivan Lendl and perfecting his Wimbledon plans.
http://ift.tt/1ScQ1P9

We want Hodgson to stay - Rooney

We want Hodgson to stay - Rooney
Roy Hodgson should stay on as England manager after Euro 2016, says captain Wayne Rooney.
http://ift.tt/1WXgKaz

Euros 'not the end of journey' for Wales

Euros 'not the end of journey' for Wales
Boss Chris Coleman says Wales "can't lose" regardless of how far they progress at Euro 2016, before Monday's meeting with Russia.
http://ift.tt/26bxNaC

Eurovision: Baku's beauty wins over F1

Eurovision: Baku's beauty wins over F1
Up your game, Monaco - Formula 1 has found a new pretty playground to vibrate the ancient architecture.
http://ift.tt/1WXgeJt

Switzerland 0-0 France

Switzerland 0-0 France
Switzerland and France play out a Euro 2016 goalless draw which takes the Swiss into the last 16 and sees the French win Group A.
http://ift.tt/200Pu9b

Romania 0-1 Albania

Romania 0-1 Albania
Albania record their first major tournament win with victory over Romania that gives them hope of reaching the Euro 2016 last 16.
http://ift.tt/1UqKbOP

Hoy joy after 'amazing' Le Mans debut

Hoy joy after 'amazing' Le Mans debut
Sir Chris Hoy expresses his delight after his Le Mans 24 Hours debut as the former cyclist's team finish 18th behind the winning Porsche.
http://ift.tt/1WX4xmb

Castleford 22-24 Hull FC

Castleford 22-24 Hull FC
Hull FC win their eighth game in a row to go two points clear at the top of Super League with victory at Castleford.
http://ift.tt/1V8OP15

Keys wins Aegon Classic in Birmingham

Keys wins Aegon Classic in Birmingham
American Madison Keys beats Czech Barbora Strycova to win the Aegon Classic in Birmingham - her first title of 2016.
http://ift.tt/28OXEHC

Euro 2016: Group A finale

Euro 2016: Group A finale
Follow live TV, radio and text coverage as Switzerland play France and Romania take on Albania in the final matches from Group A.
http://ift.tt/1WWNXTk

Jockey Buick banned for a month

Jockey Buick banned for a month
La Cressonniere wins the French Oaks at Chantilly to complete a Classic double for trainer Jean-Claude Rouget.
http://ift.tt/1UqxLXb

Britain's Armitstead wins Women's Tour

Britain's Armitstead wins Women's Tour
Lizzie Armitstead wins the Women's Tour for the first time after safely negotiating Sunday's fifth and final stage.
http://ift.tt/1UEe5QM

Rosberg wins as Hamilton hits problems

Rosberg wins as Hamilton hits problems
Nico Rosberg dominates the inaugural Grand Prix of Europe as Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton struggles to a fifth-place finish.
http://ift.tt/200iOg4

Great Britain women defeated by Dutch

Great Britain women defeated by Dutch
Great Britain women lose 2-0 against the world number one side, the Netherlands, in Champions Trophy
http://ift.tt/1sMWE6e

Vardy set to turn down Arsenal offer

Vardy set to turn down Arsenal offer
Leicester striker Jamie Vardy is set to reject a bid from Arsenal and stay with the Premier League champions.
http://ift.tt/1UqjdGT

Chaos? No chance - England have a plan

Chaos? No chance - England have a plan
BBC pundit Danny Murphy gives his verdict on how England are shaping up ahead of their final group game against Slovakia at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/1Uqic1M

'Brothers of Wales ready to seize moment'

'Brothers of Wales ready to seize moment'
Wales' togetherness will be key if they are to reach the knockout stages of a major competition for the second time, says Dafydd Pritchard.
http://ift.tt/1YAE8KD

Lawro's predictions - final group games

Lawro's predictions - final group games
BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson gives his predictions for the final round of group matches at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/1UqkLAR

Eranga in hospital & banned from bowling

Eranga in hospital & banned from bowling
Sri Lanka's Shaminda Eranga is banned from bowling in international cricket - hours after he is admitted to hospital for heart tests.
http://ift.tt/1Uqh129

Porsche win Le Mans after Toyota failure

Porsche win Le Mans after Toyota failure
Porsche win the Le Mans 24-hour race for a second year in a row as Toyota just miss out because of a last-lap power failure.
http://ift.tt/1Ox0PwT

England & Wales news conferences

England & Wales news conferences
Watch live coverage from the England and Wales news conferences before their final Euro 2016 group matches.
http://ift.tt/1YAzc8j

Rea races to Superbike double at Misano

Rea races to Superbike double at Misano
Jonathan Rea completes a double success at Misano to extend his lead at the top of the World Superbike Championship to 66 points.
http://ift.tt/1sMPrTG

Lowry holds big advantage at US Open

Lowry holds big advantage at US Open
Ireland's Shane Lowry takes a four-shot lead into Sunday's final round of the US Open at Oakmont, Pennsylvania.
http://ift.tt/1Y2uDVJ

Trio charged after Euro 2016 trouble

Trio charged after Euro 2016 trouble
The football associations of Hungary, Belgium and Portugal are the latest to be charged by Uefa over the behaviour of fans at Euro 2016.
http://ift.tt/21tyqsE

Halliday to miss Rio over 2005 shooting

Halliday to miss Rio over 2005 shooting
GB manager Andy Halliday will miss the Rio Olympics due to his involvement in the police operation that led to the death of Jean Charles de Menezes in 2005.
http://ift.tt/28OrsnL

Injured Robson pulls out of Eastbourne

Injured Robson pulls out of Eastbourne
Laura Robson withdraws from her qualifying match at Eastbourne through injury - a week before the start of Wimbledon.
http://ift.tt/1Sch5Oz

Reid replaces Dickinson for Scotland

Reid replaces Dickinson for Scotland
Prop Gordon Reid flies out to Japan to join the Scotland squad after injury forces Alasdair Dickinson out of the Test series.
http://ift.tt/1PACK3l

Grainger & Thornley fifth at World Cup

Grainger & Thornley fifth at World Cup
Katherine Grainger and Vicky Thornley finish fifth in the women's double scull at the World Rowing Cup in Poznan.
http://ift.tt/1OwTXj8

European Grand Prix

European Grand Prix
Live text and radio 5 live coverage of the European Grand Prix, where Lewis Hamilton has to fight from 10th on the grid.
http://ift.tt/1PABTPZ

US Open day four

US Open day four
Follow live text and the best of social media from the final day of the 2016 US Open from Oakmont, Pennsylvania.
http://ift.tt/1WVYv5g

Sunday's County Championship & T20 Blast

Sunday's County Championship & T20 Blast
Follow live text and radio commentary of all the action in the County Championship and T20 Blast.
http://ift.tt/1rvoq5Y

Hodgson deal 'depends on England success'

Hodgson deal 'depends on England success'
Roy Hodgson's contract as England boss will be renewed if the team "do well" and "play well" at Euro 2016, says FA chief Greg Dyke.
http://ift.tt/1UDKdnQ

World Rowing Cup

World Rowing Cup
Watch live Red Button coverage of the Rowing World Cup from Poznan in Poland.
http://ift.tt/1Yz0Mmd

Is England's Hart under pressure?

Is England's Hart under pressure?
England number one Joe Hart heads into the final Euro 2016 group game against Slovakia under the microscope, but is he undroppable?
http://ift.tt/1Y2bO4Y

Chun and Thompson share Michigan lead

Chun and Thompson share Michigan lead
South Korean Chun In-gee shoots four birdies in five holes as she moves into a share of the lead at the Meijer Classic.
http://ift.tt/1V72pBW

Messi equals Argentina scoring record

Messi equals Argentina scoring record
Lionel Messi scores a record-equalling 54th international goal as Argentina reach the Copa America semi-finals.
http://ift.tt/1UgtuTV

Haskell & Nowell set to miss final Test

Haskell & Nowell set to miss final Test
Flanker James Haskell and wing Jack Nowell are set to miss England's third and final Test against Australia in Sydney.
http://ift.tt/1OwEsaP

Saturday, June 18, 2016

'I had to keep captaincy under my hat'

'I had to keep captaincy under my hat'
New England captain Heather Knight reflects on her appointment as skipper, and looks ahead to their series with Pakistan.
http://ift.tt/1UpPu0Y