Ex-Newcastle player speaks of sex abuse

Ex-Newcastle player speaks of sex abuse
Former Newcastle United footballer David Eatock says he was abused by coach George Ormond.
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Southgate eyes England Euros redemption

Southgate eyes England Euros redemption
Gareth Southgate says England have the potential to give him closure by winning the European Championship in 2020.
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Gloucester's Hook to rejoin Ospreys

Gloucester's Hook to rejoin Ospreys
Gloucester fly-half James Hook will rejoin Ospreys at the end of the season, six years after he left the Welsh region.
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Man Utd & Liverpool kept apart in semis

Man Utd & Liverpool kept apart in semis
Manchester United will play Hull, while Liverpool take on Southampton in the semi-finals of the EFL Cup.
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Football abuse hotline receives 860 calls

Football abuse hotline receives 860 calls
A dedicated football sex abuse hotline has received a "staggering surge" in calls, the NSPCC says.
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Manchester United 4-1 West Ham United

Manchester United 4-1 West Ham United
Manchester United ease into the EFL Cup semi-finals as they beat West Ham with manager Jose Mourinho watching from the Old Trafford stands.
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Arsenal 0-2 Southampton

Arsenal 0-2 Southampton
Southampton progress to the semi-finals of the EFL Cup for the first time since 1987 with a convincing victory over Arsenal.
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Heart of Midlothian 2-0 Rangers

Heart of Midlothian 2-0 Rangers
Robbie Muirhead scores twice as Hearts beat Rangers to go second in the Premiership in what could be Robbie Neilson's last match in charge.
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Doping fight must go on - Ennis-Hill

Doping fight must go on - Ennis-Hill
Jessica Ennis-Hill says the fight against drug cheats must continue as she is awarded the 2011 heptathlon world title retrospectively.
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Can you name the England manager?

Can you name the England manager?
Who is the only ex-England boss to have featured in the pop charts, and who once fell off a bike on TV? Play our new quiz.
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Hearts v Rangers - radio & text

Hearts v Rangers - radio & text
Radio and text coverage as Rangers visit Tynecastle in what could be Robbie Neilson's last game as Hearts' head coach.
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Crutchley extends England & GB role

Crutchley extends England & GB role
Bobby Crutchley will remain as England and Great Britain men's head coach through to the Tokyo Olympics in 2020.
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House searches in Fifa corruption probe

House searches in Fifa corruption probe
Swiss authorities conduct searches linked to bribery allegations over Germany's 2006 World Cup bid.
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Six Nations bonus points - pros & cons

Six Nations bonus points - pros & cons
Tom English assesses the potential impact of the bonus-point system that will be introduced in next year's Six Nations.
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Chapecoense crash: A team torn apart

Chapecoense crash: A team torn apart
Brazilian football team Chapecoense has been torn apart by Monday's plane crash in Colombia, which killed most of its players and coaching staff.
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O'Sullivan breezes into quarter-finals

O'Sullivan breezes into quarter-finals
Five-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan makes light work of beating 2003 winner Matthew Stevens 6-2 to reach the UK Championship quarter-finals.
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Mourinho given one-match touchline ban

Mourinho given one-match touchline ban
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is given a one-match touchline ban and fined £16,000 after he was sent off in his side's 1-1 draw against West Ham.
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Gutknecht still in coma, says Groves

Gutknecht still in coma, says Groves
Germany's Eduard Gutknecht remains in a coma 12 days after his defeat by George Groves, the British fighter says.
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Morley rejoins Rhinos as academy coach

Morley rejoins Rhinos as academy coach
Former Leeds Rhinos and Great Britain forward Adrian Morley rejoins the Super League club as academy coach.
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Southgate appointed England manager

Southgate appointed England manager
Gareth Southgate is appointed as England manager on a permanent basis following a spell of four games as interim boss.
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Southgate: Good enough for England job?

Southgate: Good enough for England job?
Does Gareth Southgate deserve the England job or was he just in the right place at the right time, asks Phil McNulty.
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Haye throws punch at opponent Bellew

Haye throws punch at opponent Bellew
Former WBA heavyweight champion David Haye throws a punch at Tony Bellew during a press conference to promote their fight.
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German GP dropped from F1 calendar

German GP dropped from F1 calendar
Germany has been dropped from next year's Formula 1 calendar and the Brazilian Grand Prix is also in doubt.
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Reading owners to sell majority shares

Reading owners to sell majority shares
Reading's Thai-based owners are on the brink of selling their shares to a Chinese brother and sister.
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UK Championship: O'Sullivan & Murphy in action

UK Championship: O'Sullivan & Murphy in action
Watch live BBC Two and BBC Red Button coverage of the 2016 UK Snooker Championship as Ronnie O'Sullivan plays Matthew Stevens and Shaun Murphy faces Zhou Yuelong.
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Ex-player Bell 'wanted to kill abuser'

Ex-player Bell 'wanted to kill abuser'
Former Newcastle player Derek Bell says he wanted to kill the coach who sexually abused him during the 1970s.
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Neilson set to become MK Dons boss

Neilson set to become MK Dons boss
English League One club MK Dons are set to appoint Hearts head coach Robbie Neilson as their new manager.
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Bonus-point system for 2017 Six Nations

Bonus-point system for 2017 Six Nations
The Six Nations has announced there will be a bonus-point system in the 2017 championship.
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Hamilton one of the best ever - Rosberg

Hamilton one of the best ever - Rosberg
World champion Nico Rosberg pays tribute to Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton, calling him "one of the best ever" Formula 1 drivers.
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Why Iggy Pop Traded In His Sports Car

Why Iggy Pop Traded In His Sports Car
The musician on the new documentary on the Stooges, losing Bowie and the resurgence of “Lust for Life.”
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Should I Call My Friend Out for Her ‘Service Dog’ Scam?

Should I Call My Friend Out for Her ‘Service Dog’ Scam?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on what to do when you know someone is passing off a pet as a service animal and whether to report a workplace for mandating its employees speak only English.
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How to Hide $400 Million

How to Hide $400 Million
When a wealthy businessman set out to divorce his wife, their fortune vanished. The quest to find it would reveal the depths of an offshore financial system bigger than the U.S. economy.
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Chapecoense fans in mass vigil for team

Chapecoense fans in mass vigil for team
Thousands of fans in Chapeco, Brazil, hold vigil for football team members killed in plane crash.
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Who makes your Barcelona-Real Madrid XI?

Who makes your Barcelona-Real Madrid XI?
Ronaldo? Messi? Ramos? Pique? If you could pick the best team from the Barcelona and Real Madrid squads, who would you choose?
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Bristow apologises for sex abuse comments

Bristow apologises for sex abuse comments
Former darts world champion Eric Bristow apologises for suggesting football sex abuse victims are not "proper men".
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Sportsday - Gareth Southgate latest, sports news and gossip

Sportsday - Gareth Southgate latest, sports news and gossip
Latest on Gareth Southgate's pending appointment as England boss, League Cup latest, sports news, gossip and debate.
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Child protection project 'stopped by FA'

Child protection project 'stopped by FA'
The FA scrapped a 2001 scheme meant to ensure children were protected from sexual abuse.
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'Quiet' Klopp wary of Woodburn hype

'Quiet' Klopp wary of Woodburn hype
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp wants to protect Ben Woodburn after the 17-year-old became the club's youngest scorer.
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The boxer who returned from a broken neck

The boxer who returned from a broken neck
Former world boxing champion Vinny Pazienza tells the BBC how he recovered from a broken neck to defeat the great Roberto Duran.
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Southgate to be named England manager

Southgate to be named England manager
Gareth Southgate will be confirmed as permanent England manager on Wednesday on a four-year deal.
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'Hamilton did nothing wrong'

'Hamilton did nothing wrong'
Mercedes must be careful not to alienate their number one asset, if rule changes makes things less comfortable for them next season.
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Hull City 1-1 (AET) Newcastle United

Hull City 1-1 (AET) Newcastle United
Newcastle United miss three spot-kicks as Hull City beat the Championship leaders 3-1 on penalties to reach the EFL Cup semi-final.
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England lose series opener to Jamaica

England lose series opener to Jamaica
England's netball team suffer a 66-49 loss to Jamaica in the first of three matches between the teams.
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Liverpool 2-0 Leeds United

Liverpool 2-0 Leeds United
Ben Woodburn becomes the youngest goalscorer in Liverpool's history as they beat Leeds to reach the EFL Cup semi-finals.
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Woods can beat my record - Nicklaus

Woods can beat my record - Nicklaus
Jack Nicklaus believes Tiger Woods could still pass his record of 18 major titles despite having not played competitively for 16 months.
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Football world rallies around crash club

Football world rallies around crash club
Top world football sides pay tribute and offer support to a Brazilian team caught in a plane crash.
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England need a rest, says captain Cook

England need a rest, says captain Cook
England's players need a break after the third Test defeat by India in Mohali, according to captain Alastair Cook.
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England retain Rokoduguni and Yarde

England retain Rokoduguni and Yarde
Semesa Rokoduguni and Marland Yarde are retained in England's 25-man squad to prepare for Saturday's Test with Australia.
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‘A fairytale story with a tragic ending’

‘A fairytale story with a tragic ending’
The incredible rise of Brazilian football club Chapecoense reaches a "tragic ending", after a plane crash in Colombia kills the majority of their team.
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Clubs offer players to Chapecoense

Clubs offer players to Chapecoense
Three of Brazil's leading clubs say they will offer players to Chapecoense, after the majority of their squad died in a plane crash.
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Chelsea begin sex abuse investigation

Chelsea begin sex abuse investigation
Chelsea begin an investigation into allegations of historical sexual abuse concerning an individual who was employed by the club.
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Williams wins UK Championship thriller

Williams wins UK Championship thriller
Two-time former champion Mark Williams wins three straight frames to beat Ricky Walden and reach the last 16 of the UK Championship.
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EFL Cup quarter-finals

EFL Cup quarter-finals
Who will make the last four? Watch 5 live Final Score, plus radio and live text coverage from the EFL Cup as Liverpool take on Leeds and Hull play Newcastle.
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Ennis-Hill set for 2011 world gold

Ennis-Hill set for 2011 world gold
Briton Jessica Ennis-Hill is set to get heptathlon gold from the 2011 World Championships after Tatyana Chernova's results are annulled.
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Returning Woods entering 'phase two'

Returning Woods entering 'phase two'
Tigers Woods returns to the PGA Tour for the first time since August 2015 at the Hero World Challenge.
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Cheika's Cole criticism 'a bit daft'

Cheika's Cole criticism 'a bit daft'
Leicester Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill says Michael Cheika's criticism of prop Dan Cole is "a bit daft".
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Bath wing Banahan out for three months

Bath wing Banahan out for three months
Bath wing Matt Banahan is ruled out for about three months with a knee injury, reports BBC Radio Bristol.
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Women's Football: Netherlands v England

Women's Football: Netherlands v England
Can England end the year unbeaten? Watch live on the Red Button plus text updates as England's women take on the Netherlands in an international friendly.
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Bennell charged with sex offences

Bennell charged with sex offences
Former football coach Barry Bennell is charged with eight offences of sex assault against a boy under 14, say prosecutors.
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Whitewash 'let down Australia fans'

Whitewash 'let down Australia fans'
Australia are desperate to avenge an "embarrassing" summer series whitewash by England, backs coach Stephen Larkham says.
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Keothavong named GB Fed Cup captain

Keothavong named GB Fed Cup captain
Lawn Tennis Association appoints Anne Keothavong as Great Britain's Fed Cup captain and senior national women's coach.
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Palace's Wickham to have knee surgery

Palace's Wickham to have knee surgery
Crystal Palace forward Connor Wickham will have an operation on an anterior cruciate ligament knee injury.
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Listen: Meet Dina Asher-Smith - the fastest woman in Britain

Listen: Meet Dina Asher-Smith - the fastest woman in Britain
Dina Asher-Smith is 20 years old, studying a history degree at Kings College London and is also the fastest female sprinter in British history.
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UK Championship: Round three

UK Championship: Round three
Watch live BBC Two and BBC Red Button coverage of the 2016 UK Snooker Championship.
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Abuse scandal 'one of FA's biggest crises'

Abuse scandal 'one of FA's biggest crises'
The football child sex abuse scandal is one of the biggest crises in the history of the Football Association, says chairman Greg Clarke.
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The other lives of England's netball team

The other lives of England's netball team
A behind-the-scenes look at the live of England's netball team away from the court
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Snooker is no car boot sale, says Hearn

Snooker is no car boot sale, says Hearn
Snooker is in a better state than ever despite Ronnie O'Sullivan calling it a "car boot sale", World Snooker's Barry Hearn says.
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Hameed to miss final two Tests in India

Hameed to miss final two Tests in India
England opener Haseeb Hameed will miss the remaining two Tests of the tour of India with a hand injury.
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Bristow leaves Sky after abuse comments

Bristow leaves Sky after abuse comments
Former darts world champion Eric Bristow loses his role with Sky Sports after suggesting football abuse victims are not "proper men".
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The End of the Anglo-American Order

The End of the Anglo-American Order
For decades, the United States and Britain’s vision of democracy and freedom defined the postwar world. What will happen in an age of Donald Trump and Nigel Farage?
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Capital, Diplomacy and Carnations

Capital, Diplomacy and Carnations
Taryn Simon’s photographs — knowing, unsentimental and meticulously made — attend to the details of how power works.
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Is ‘Empathy’ Really What the Nation Needs?

Is ‘Empathy’ Really What the Nation Needs?
From media pundits to tech companies, more and more people are preaching empathy — as long as it serves their own interests.
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England succumb to defeat in third Test

England succumb to defeat in third Test
India wrap up an eight-wicket victory over England in the third Test to go 2-0 up with two matches of the series to play.
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Hamilton tactics debate is 'pointless'

Hamilton tactics debate is 'pointless'
Formula 1 world champion Nico Rosberg says the debate around Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton's tactics in the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is "pointless".
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Sport stars who kept it in the family

Sport stars who kept it in the family
Nico Rosberg may have won his first Formula 1 world championship, but he’s not the first Rosberg to do so.
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Sportsday - Sports Personality, latest sports news and gossip

Sportsday - Sports Personality, latest sports news and gossip
Sports Personality of the Year debate, League Cup latest, sports news and gossip, and the best of social media.
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'Disabled darts can only go forward'

'Disabled darts can only go forward'
Disabled darts World Masters finalist Phil Lees says the sport has only "scratched the surface" of its potential for growth.
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New McLaren boss wants to keep Alonso

New McLaren boss wants to keep Alonso
In an exclusive interview with BBC Sport, new McLaren boss Jost Capito discusses Fernando Alonso, Ron Dennis and his hopes for 2017.
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England can emulate 2003 team - Johnson

England can emulate 2003 team - Johnson
Former England captain Martin Johnson thinks Eddie Jones' side can emulate the team he led to World Cup glory in 2003.
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Brazil team in Colombia plane crash

Brazil team in Colombia plane crash
A plane carrying 72 people, including a Brazilian football team, crashes near the city of Medellin in Colombia.
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India v England: Tourists resume on 78-4

India v England: Tourists resume on 78-4
Live text and radio commentary, analysis and debate as England resume on 78-4, needing a further 56 to make India bat again in the third Test in Mohali.
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Watch Match of the Day 2 on iPlayer

Watch Match of the Day 2 on iPlayer
Mark Chapman introduces highlights from Sunday's four Premier League matches, including Arsenal v Bournemouth.
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Abuse victims not 'proper men' - Bristow

Abuse victims not 'proper men' - Bristow
Former darts world champion Eric Bristow is criticised after suggesting abused footballers are not "proper men".
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'It's been a bit of a crazy year'

'It's been a bit of a crazy year'
Heather Knight reflects on the year in which she became England captain, recalls how a hamstring injury turned her into a spinner, and prepares to pack her bags for Australia.
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Threats three times higher in Scotland

Threats three times higher in Scotland
More than a third of footballers in Scotland say they have had violent threats from the stands on a match day, a survey finds.
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Have attitudes to the bouncer changed?

Have attitudes to the bouncer changed?
Has the tactical side of cricket changed following Phillip Hughes' death, or is it more the mental side of the game?
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Blackwell sparring session 'dreadful'

Blackwell sparring session 'dreadful'
Boxing promoter Frank Warren says anyone involved in the sparring session that hospitalised Nick Blackwell should have their licences revoked.
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Snooker like car boot sale - O'Sullivan

Snooker like car boot sale - O'Sullivan
Ronnie O'Sullivan says snooker is a "car boot sale" while other sports are like shopping at luxury department stores.
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Listen: The Tuffers and Vaughan Cricket Show

Listen: The Tuffers and Vaughan Cricket Show
Cricket discussion and debate with Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan after the third day of England's third Test against India.
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Coutinho could be out until mid-January

Coutinho could be out until mid-January
Liverpool forward Philippe Coutinho has a scan on his ankle injury amid fears he could be out until the middle of January.
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Sports Personality: 2016 contenders

Sports Personality: 2016 contenders
Find out more about the 16 nominees for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.
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Sports Personality shortlist revealed

Sports Personality shortlist revealed
Sixteen contenders are shortlisted for the 2016 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award, to be presented on 18 December.
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Huddersfield v Wigan

Huddersfield v Wigan
Listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra coverage from the Championship as Huddersfield host Wigan.
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Rangers host Motherwell in Scottish Cup

Rangers host Motherwell in Scottish Cup
Rangers v Motherwell and Kilmarnock v Hamilton are the two all-Premiership ties in the Scottish Cup fourth round.
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Mourinho charged over kicking bottle

Mourinho charged over kicking bottle
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is charged by the Football Association after he was sent off in his side's 1-1 draw against West Ham.
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Daly gets three-week ban after red card

Daly gets three-week ban after red card
England's Elliot Daly is banned for three weeks for the dangerous tackle which led to him being sent off in Saturday's victory over Argentina.
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Colback fined £25,000 for betting

Colback fined £25,000 for betting
Newcastle midfielder Jack Colback is fined £25,000 after accepting an FA misconduct charge related to betting.
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Pulis loses £3.7m Palace court battle

Pulis loses £3.7m Palace court battle
West Bromwich Albion manager Tony Pulis loses a £3.7m High Court battle with former club Crystal Palace.
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No rush on Hamilton decision - Mercedes

No rush on Hamilton decision - Mercedes
Mercedes say there is "no time pressure" to decide whether to punish Lewis Hamilton for disobeying team orders in Abu Dhabi.
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Anderson to face Frost at PDC Worlds

Anderson to face Frost at PDC Worlds
Two-time winner Gary Anderson will begin the defence of his PDC World Championship title against qualifier Mark Frost.
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Hughes 'ready to replace Vunipola'

Hughes 'ready to replace Vunipola'
Nathan Hughes is fit and ready to replace Billy Vunipola against Australia, says England assistant coach Paul Gustard.
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O'Sullivan powers on at UK Championship

O'Sullivan powers on at UK Championship
Ronnie O'Sullivan loses his first frame at this year's UK Championship, but still cruises into the fourth round.
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Football abuse row coach in hospital

Football abuse row coach in hospital
Ex-Crewe football coach Barry Bennell, at centre of sex abuse scandal, in hospital after incident attended by police
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Snooker: UK Championship third round

Snooker: UK Championship third round
Latest scores and live TV coverage of Ronnie O'Sullivan v Michael Georgiou and Mark Selby v Robert Milkins.
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Knockout death boxer's heart donated

Knockout death boxer's heart donated
A boxer who died after a knockout punch in his first match donated his heart to help others, an inquest hears.
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Jones has damaged his legacy - Cheika

Jones has damaged his legacy - Cheika
Eddie Jones has tarnished his legacy with Australia by unloading "vitriol" during the summer, says Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika.
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Football sex abuse review 'not enough'

Football sex abuse review 'not enough'
The FA has been too slow in reacting to allegations of sexual abuse in football, a senior MP says.
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England pushed towards Test defeat

England pushed towards Test defeat
England close on 78-4 and look set for defeat in the third Test after India dominate day three in Mohali.
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Netherlands women v England women

Netherlands women v England women
Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's friendly between Netherlands women and England women.
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Will Tiger's return be worth the wait?

Will Tiger's return be worth the wait?
As Tiger Woods prepares for his PGA Tour return after 14 months away, Iain Carter looks at what we can expect from golf's biggest draw.
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Contenders to be announced for SPOTY

Contenders to be announced for SPOTY
The nominations for the 2016 BBC Sports Personality of the Year will be announced on The One Show from 19:00 GMT on Monday.
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The weekend's football in 11 tweets

The weekend's football in 11 tweets
Was Swansea v Crystal Palace the weirdest game of the season? It's the top football tweets
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'England can't yet be compared to class of 2003'

'England can't yet be compared to class of 2003'
Jeremy Guscott on comparing Eddie Jones' England to the celebrated 2003 squad, plus analysis of Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
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Palace's Zaha to switch to Ivory Coast

Palace's Zaha to switch to Ivory Coast
Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha submits a request to Fifa to switch his international allegiance from England to the Ivory Coast.
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'Howley should be number one elsewhere'

'Howley should be number one elsewhere'
Rob Howley should leave Wales' coaching team to gain experience if he wants to succeed Warren Gatland in 2019, says Martyn Williams.
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Sportsday - latest football news and gossip

Sportsday - latest football news and gossip
Premier League reaction, EFL Cup news conferences, breaking sports news, transfer gossip, the best of social media and debate.
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Car failures cost me title - Hamilton

Car failures cost me title - Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says he only lost the world championship to team-mate Nico Rosberg because he had more car failures over the season.
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Watch Match of the Day on iPlayer

Watch Match of the Day on iPlayer
Watch highlights of Saturday's Premier League games, including Chelsea's victory over Everton.
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India v England: Hosts near first-innings lead

India v England: Hosts near first-innings lead
Live text and radio commentary, analysis and debate as India resume on 271-6, trailing England by 12 runs in the third Test in Mohali.
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Will Arsenal pip Brighton to calendar success?

Will Arsenal pip Brighton to calendar success?
Arsenal set the right records while Jose Mourinho breaks the wrong ones and which striker is feeding off scraps?
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Hamilton denies using 'dirty tricks'

Hamilton denies using 'dirty tricks'
Lewis Hamilton rejects claims he used "dirty tricks" in Abu Dhabi in an attempt to deny Nico Rosberg the world title.
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Mourinho 'will get it right at Man Utd'

Mourinho 'will get it right at Man Utd'
Jose Mourinho's successful record proves he will turn things around at Manchester United, says assistant manager Rui Faria.
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Celtic 'must start next trophy ton'

Celtic 'must start next trophy ton'
Manager Brendan Rodgers wants Celtic to start accumulating their "next century of trophies" after earning their 100th major honour.
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The toughest race of my life - Rosberg

The toughest race of my life - Rosberg
Nico Rosberg says his drive to winning his first world championship in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was the toughest race of his life.
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Debuchy fears severe injury - Wenger

Debuchy fears severe injury - Wenger
Arsenal right-back Mathieu Debuchy fears he has a "severe" hamstring injury, says manager Arsene Wenger.
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Garth Crooks' team of the week

Garth Crooks' team of the week
Who is Garth Crooks pleased to see play in the Premier League again? And who was born to score goals? Check out the team of the week.
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'Rosberg will never be Hamilton's equal'

'Rosberg will never be Hamilton's equal'
Lewis Hamilton's ruthless tactics illustrate his character - and talent - behind the wheel, writes Andrew Benson.
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Analysis: Why Man Utd title bid is over

Analysis: Why Man Utd title bid is over
Jose Mourinho is right - Manchester United are unlucky, but they won't win the title, says Match of the Day 2 pundit Martin Keown.
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Rodgers the 'messiah' as Aberdeen flop

Rodgers the 'messiah' as Aberdeen flop
Brendan Rodgers' Celtic reign gathers pace as Aberdeen flop in the Scottish League Cup final, writes Tom English.
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Real Sociedad 1-1 Barcelona

Real Sociedad 1-1 Barcelona
Barcelona head into the first El Clasico of the season six points behind Real Madrid after failing to beat Real Sociedad.
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Rashid belongs in Test cricket - Vaughan

Rashid belongs in Test cricket - Vaughan
Former England captain Michael Vaughan praises leg-spinner Adil Rashid, who is the leading wicket-taker in the series against India.
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Listen: Carolina Panthers at Oakland Raiders

Listen: Carolina Panthers at Oakland Raiders
Follow Radio 5 live sports extra coverage of the NFL, including commentary of Carolina Panthers at Oakland Raiders.
http://ift.tt/2g7paMM

Real Sociedad v Barcelona

Real Sociedad v Barcelona
Live text commentary, images and social media from La Liga as Barcelona chase a first away win at Real Sociedad in nine years.
http://ift.tt/2gzwFdR

Billy Vunipola set to miss Six Nations

Billy Vunipola set to miss Six Nations
England's Billy Vunipola is likely to miss the Six Nations with a knee injury which will keep him out for up to four months.
http://ift.tt/2g7sc3Q

Manchester United 1-1 West Ham United

Manchester United 1-1 West Ham United
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is sent off for a second time in a month as his side draws 1-1 with West Ham.
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Del Potro win forces Davis Cup decider

Del Potro win forces Davis Cup decider
Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro beats Croatia's Marin Cilic in five sets to take the Davis Cup final to a deciding rubber.
http://ift.tt/2gvwHFW

What's in the new world champion's goodie bag?

What's in the new world champion's goodie bag?
Nico Rosberg is the new world champion, so what's the first thing he will want to do? Spend his money, pick up his trophy & maybe relax of course.
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Blackwell has surgery after sparring

Blackwell has surgery after sparring
Former boxer Nick Blackwell is in a stable condition in hospital after needing surgery to reduce swelling on his brain following a sparring session.
http://ift.tt/2fFrKt0

Trainer Elliott claims Navan six-timer

Trainer Elliott claims Navan six-timer
Irish trainer Gordon Elliott wins six of the seven races at Sunday's Navan meeting at accumulated odds of 41,276-1.
http://ift.tt/2gkm0TA

Aberdeen 0-3 Celtic

Aberdeen 0-3 Celtic
Celtic lift the Scottish League Cup for the 16th time - their 100th major trophy and first under Brendan Rogers - by easing aside Aberdeen.
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Arsenal 3-1 Bournemouth

Arsenal 3-1 Bournemouth
Alexis Sanchez scores twice as Arsenal end a run of three successive draws with a Premier League victory over Bournemouth.
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O'Sullivan records crushing win in York

O'Sullivan records crushing win in York
Five-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Scotland's Rhys Clark 6-0 to reach the third round of the UK Championship.
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Saracens 24-20 Gloucester

Saracens 24-20 Gloucester
Three second-half penalties from Alex Lozowski prove crucial as Premiership leaders Saracens beat Gloucester.
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Rosberg wins F1 title in Abu Dhabi

Rosberg wins F1 title in Abu Dhabi
Nico Rosberg wins his first F1 world title despite Lewis Hamilton disobeying Mercedes orders not to back his team-mate into rivals.
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Champion: but does he deserve it?

Champion: but does he deserve it?
The slick, suave & sophisticated F1 champion, Nico Rosberg looks the part, but did he deserve to win the world title ahead of Lewis Hamilton?
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Fresh hope, familiar problems for Scots

Fresh hope, familiar problems for Scots
Autumn promise is blooming, but Scotland face familiar problems come the Six Nations Championship, writes Tom English.
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League Cup final: Aberdeen v Celtic: Sinclair out, McGinn on bench

League Cup final: Aberdeen v Celtic: Sinclair out, McGinn on bench
Live text coverage as Aberdeen look to end Celtic's unbeaten domestic run this season in the League Cup final at Hampden.
http://ift.tt/2fEYtP5

Watford 0-1 Stoke City

Watford 0-1 Stoke City
An own goal by goalkeeper Heurelho Gomes earns Stoke City a deserved win as 10-man Watford suffer a first home defeat since August.
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Jones calls for 'foul play' rule change

Jones calls for 'foul play' rule change
England head coach Eddie Jones calls for a change in the way foul play is refereed in rugby union.
http://ift.tt/2gM0pXP

Fifa should 'see sense' over poppy ban

Fifa should 'see sense' over poppy ban
Fifa should drop action against England and Scotland for wearing poppy armbands, says Karen Bradley.
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Chelsea must stay humble, says Conte

Chelsea must stay humble, says Conte
Chelsea are a different team from the one that began the season but must stay "humble", manager Antonio Conte says.
http://ift.tt/2fnPW4j

UK Championship: Clark v O'Sullivan & Ding v Muir

UK Championship: Clark v O'Sullivan & Ding v Muir
Watch live BBC Two and BBC Red Button coverage of the 2016 UK Snooker Championship.
http://ift.tt/2fSPmrz

Premiership rugby - Saracens 0-7 Gloucester

Premiership rugby - Saracens 0-7 Gloucester
Follow live text and listen to radio commentary from Sunday's three Premiership matches starting with leaders Saracens against Gloucester.
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'We reached our targets,' says Howley

'We reached our targets,' says Howley
Wales head coach Rob Howley declared himself satisfied with Wales' autumn international campaign after Springboks success.
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England fight back in third India Test

England fight back in third India Test
England produce an outstanding bowling and fielding display to drag themselves back into contention in second Test against India in Mohali.
http://ift.tt/2fnGbmK

Scotland 'fear no-one' - Stuart Hogg

Scotland 'fear no-one' - Stuart Hogg
Full-back Stuart Hogg says Scotland "fear no-one" after finishing their trio of autumn internationals with a 43-16 thumping of Georgia.
http://ift.tt/2guCrvM

F1 title decider: Abu Dhabi build-up

F1 title decider: Abu Dhabi build-up
Live text and 5 live coverage of the title-deciding Abu Dhabi GP, where Lewis Hamilton must win and hope Nico Rosberg finishes below third.
http://ift.tt/2g6iRZP

Premier League reaction, previews & team news

Premier League reaction, previews & team news
Text and radio coverage of Sunday's Premier League matches, with Arsenal and Manchester United among the teams in action.
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FA sets up sexual abuse inquiry

FA sets up sexual abuse inquiry
The Football Association sets up an internal inquiry into allegations of sexual abuse in football.
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Has Conte's passion has revived Chelsea?

Has Conte's passion has revived Chelsea?
How is Antonio Conte mixing theatre in his technical area with keeping his cool to move Chelsea in the right direction?
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Australia beat SA to avoid whitewash

Australia beat SA to avoid whitewash
Australia wrap up a consolation seven-wicket victory in the final Test in Adelaide as South Africa win the series 2-1.
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Denmark win their first World Cup of Golf

Denmark win their first World Cup of Golf
Soren Kjeldsen and Thorbjorn Olesen shoot a six-under 66 in the final round to give Denmark a first World Cup of Golf victory
http://ift.tt/2gyqxCv

Sunderland used nine defenders - Klopp

Sunderland used nine defenders - Klopp
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp praises his side for beating Sunderland, who he says are the "most defensive" team he has seen.
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Best lauds 'special' win over Australia

Best lauds 'special' win over Australia
Ireland's injury-ravaged side showed character and resilience to beat Australia 27-24 in Dublin, captain Rory Best says.
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More drama than EastEnders - Jones

More drama than EastEnders - Jones
Eddie Jones praises his England side after they played with 14 men for 75 minutes to beat Argentina and extend their winning streak.
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'I have trust it's going to go well'

'I have trust it's going to go well'
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says he expects Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg to have a clean fight for the title in the Abu Dhabi GP.
http://ift.tt/2flrlNT

India v England: Rashid falls early

India v England: Rashid falls early
Live text and radio commentary, analysis and debate as England lose Adil Rashid in the second over after resuming on 268-8 in the third Test in Mohali.
http://ift.tt/2fRjlQP

How safe are children today from abuse in sport?

How safe are children today from abuse in sport?
As football faces allegations of historical child sex abuse, what is currently in place to protect children?
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Would a crash help Hamilton take title?

Would a crash help Hamilton take title?
Lewis Hamilton's chances of winning the F1 world title on Sunday are slim - so should he resort to the tactics of his heroes?
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Why Palace players are letting Pardew down

Why Palace players are letting Pardew down
Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew is not to blame for their six-game losing streak, says MOTD pundit Phil Neville
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Winning runs ended & Robbo's challenge

Winning runs ended & Robbo's challenge
Two of the EFL's longest winning records go by the wayside as clubs up and down the country do their bit to fight intolerance.
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Ireland 27-24 Australia

Ireland 27-24 Australia
Ireland beat Australia to secure victories over the 'big three' southern hemisphere teams in the same year for the first time ever.
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Live NCAA Ice Hockey

Live NCAA Ice Hockey
Live coverage of the Friendship Four Ice Hockey final from the SSE Arena in Belfast.
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Wales 27-13 South Africa

Wales 27-13 South Africa
Wales ended their autumn international series with a comfortable win over disorganised South Africa at the Principality Stadium.
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Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur

Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur
Chelsea remain top of the Premier League table after coming from behind to inflict a first league defeat of the season on Tottenham.
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England women 39-6 Canada women

England women 39-6 Canada women
England women produce a clinical display to beat Canada 39-6 at Twickenham in their final autumn international.
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Crewe launch child abuse investigation

Crewe launch child abuse investigation
Crewe Alexandra launch independent review of how club dealt with historical child abuse allegations
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Selby edges past world number 68 Wells

Selby edges past world number 68 Wells
World champion Mark Selby sees off world number 68 Daniel Wells 6-4 to reach the last 32 at the UK Championship.
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Croatia win doubles for Davis Cup lead

Croatia win doubles for Davis Cup lead
Marin Cilic and Ivan Dodig's doubles win gives Croatia a 2-1 lead over Argentina going into the last day of the Davis Cup final.
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Chelsea host London rivals Tottenham

Chelsea host London rivals Tottenham
Live commentary, analysis and social media reaction from Stamford Bridge as Chelsea host London rivals Tottenham.
http://ift.tt/2fz7oy5

Swansea City 5-4 Crystal Palace

Swansea City 5-4 Crystal Palace
Fernando Llorente scores twice in stoppage time as Swansea defeat Crystal Palace in a remarkable nine-goal encounter.
http://ift.tt/2gsNDg7

England v Canada - women's international

England v Canada - women's international
Listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra commentary as England women host Canada in the autumn internationals.
http://ift.tt/2g3FQF2

Liverpool 2-0 Sunderland

Liverpool 2-0 Sunderland
Liverpool move back to the top of the Premier League with a win against Sunderland but could face a run of games without Philippe Coutinho through injury.
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England 27-14 Argentina

England 27-14 Argentina
England maintain their winning record under Eddie Jones despite seeing wing Elliot Daly sent off after less than five minutes.
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Coutinho taken off with ankle injury

Coutinho taken off with ankle injury
Liverpool forward Philippe Coutinho is taken off on a stretcher with a protective brace around his leg after being injured against Sunderland.
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More sport sex abuse victims 'likely'

More sport sex abuse victims 'likely'
More child sex abuse victims from other sports could come forward, a leading police officer warns.
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Premiership live: Exeter v Worcester

Premiership live: Exeter v Worcester
Follow live text commentary and BBC local radio coverage as Exeter face Worcester at Sandy Park.
http://ift.tt/2fkHN0L

Scotland 43-16 Georgia

Scotland 43-16 Georgia
Scotland score six tries as they ease past Georgia in their final autumn international at Kilmarnock's Rugby Park.
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Native River wins Hennessy Gold Cup

Native River wins Hennessy Gold Cup
The Colin Tizzard-trained Native River hangs on to win the 60th running of the Hennessy Gold Cup at Newbury.
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'First session could decide the match'

'First session could decide the match'
England's lack of application in the first session of the third Test against India could well cost them the match, writes Jonathan Agnew.
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Hall finishes joint-second in Qatar

Hall finishes joint-second in Qatar
Wales's Lydia Hall shoots a final round of 69 to finish joint-second at the Qatar Ladies Open behind India's Aditi Ashok.
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Partick Thistle 1-2 Rangers

Partick Thistle 1-2 Rangers
A late brace from substitute Joe Dodoo snatches victory for Rangers against Partick Thistle at Firhill.
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Liverpool v Sunderland

Liverpool v Sunderland
Follow live text and radio commentary from Anfield as Liverpool host Sunderland in the Premier League.
http://ift.tt/2g39qKF

Hamilton on pole for title decider

Hamilton on pole for title decider
Lewis Hamilton takes a stunning pole position for the decisive Abu Dhabi GP but Nico Rosberg remains on course for the title.
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Burnley 1-2 Manchester City

Burnley 1-2 Manchester City
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero scores twice to help his side come back from a goal down to beat Burnley.
http://ift.tt/2gwOYQx

Premier League team news

Premier League team news
Team news for Saturday's 15:00 GMT kick-offs, featuring Liverpool v Sunderland and champions Leicester against Middlesbrough.
http://ift.tt/2fC2aoy

EFL: Newcastle go for nine straight wins

EFL: Newcastle go for nine straight wins
Follow live text commentary for updates from Saturday's Championship, League One and League Two games.
http://ift.tt/2ggiycB

Saturday's autumn rugby union internationals

Saturday's autumn rugby union internationals
Follow TV coverage, radio, live text and video highlights as England play Argentina and Scotland host Georgia.
http://ift.tt/2gs3eNc

UK Championship: Selby v Wells & Higgins v Saengkham

UK Championship: Selby v Wells & Higgins v Saengkham
Watch live BBC Two and BBC Red Button coverage of the 2016 UK Snooker Championship.
http://ift.tt/2fPEf2B

New style to Wales' detriment 'at times'

New style to Wales' detriment 'at times'
Alun Wyn Jones says Wales are determined to adopt a more attacking style, but the change has been "detrimental" at times.
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Rooney will not face FA charge

Rooney will not face FA charge
Captain Wayne Rooney will not face disciplinary action following his late-night conduct while on England duty.
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Saturday's Scottish football

Saturday's Scottish football
Partick Thistle and Rangers kick off Saturday's Scottish football card, which includes four Premiership matches and seven Scottish Cup ties.
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Wasteful England give India upper hand

Wasteful England give India upper hand
England are reduced to 268-8 on the first day of the third Test against India in Mohali.
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FC United may apply for overdraft

FC United may apply for overdraft
Protest club FC United of Manchester may need to apply for an overdraft in order to address its "worrying" financial position.
http://ift.tt/2gJoKgF

GB's Ormerod gets bronze at World Cup

GB's Ormerod gets bronze at World Cup
British snowboarder Katie Ormerod finishes third at the Big Air World Cup in Alpensia, Korea - which will host the 2018 Winter Olympics.
http://ift.tt/2fjBUkm

F1 title race - final practice text & audio

F1 title race - final practice text & audio
Live text and audio coverage of final practice for the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Plus, your fantasy title-decider circuit.
http://ift.tt/2fPceIF

Saturday football build-up plus Burnley v Man City

Saturday football build-up plus Burnley v Man City
All the build-up to Saturday's Premier League action followed by Radio 5 live and text commentary of Burnley v Manchester City at Turf Moor.
http://ift.tt/2gJiBBk

Crewe 'knew of Bennell abuse claims'

Crewe 'knew of Bennell abuse claims'
Crewe Alexandra were aware of abuse allegations against youth coach Barry Bennell, a former director says.
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The world's first gay boxing champion?

The world's first gay boxing champion?
Everything you need to know about Orlando Cruz, the man trying to become the world's first gay boxing champion.
http://ift.tt/2gJiKVi

Denmark take four-shot World Cup lead

Denmark take four-shot World Cup lead
Denmark's Soren Kjeldsen and Thorbjorn Olesen take a four-shot lead into the final round of the World Cup of Golf.
http://ift.tt/2fBjqKz

Who is football coach Barry Bennell?

Who is football coach Barry Bennell?
Barry Bennell was a youth scout and coach - described as a "pied piper" - who told young footballers he could help make their dreams come true.
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'The Voice of the Toon'

'The Voice of the Toon'
BBC Sport looks back over the highs and lows of Mick Lowes' 25-year career commentating on Newcastle United.
http://ift.tt/2fB8Gw0

Barbados: small island, big names

Barbados: small island, big names
Stumped podcast: How has an island of 270,000 people produced so many great cricketers? Plus cricket in Peru and 'lollygate' debate.
http://ift.tt/2fB5v7i

India v England: Tourists win toss & bat

India v England: Tourists win toss & bat
Live text and radio commentary, analysis and debate as England - trailing 1-0 in the series - win the toss & bat against India in the third Test in Mohali.
http://ift.tt/2fiExTx

Northampton 16-22 Newcastle

Northampton 16-22 Newcastle
Newcastle Falcons stun 14-man Northampton Saints at Franklin's Gardens, after Kieran Brookes is sent off for the hosts.
http://ift.tt/2gIq0AP

Barnsley 2-5 Nottingham Forest

Barnsley 2-5 Nottingham Forest
Henri Lansbury's hat-trick helps Nottingham Forest make it back-to-back Championship away wins by beating 10-man Barnsley.
http://ift.tt/2gdXG62

Sport-Club Freiburg 1-4 RB Leipzig

Sport-Club Freiburg 1-4 RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig extend their lead at the top of the Bundesliga table to six points after an easy win at Freiburg.
http://ift.tt/2fzYxQ7

Tour de France squad sizes cut for 2017

Tour de France squad sizes cut for 2017
Teams in cycling's three Grand Tours will be reduced from nine riders to eight from the start of the 2017 season.
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Hamilton's sole focus is pole position

Hamilton's sole focus is pole position
Lewis Hamilton says he is desperate to take pole position for the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, having been fastest in both opening practice sessions.
http://ift.tt/2goAfpC

GB 2008 relay team set for Olympic bronze

GB 2008 relay team set for Olympic bronze
Great Britain's 2008 women's 4x400m relay team are set to be upgraded to Olympic bronzes as a result of retrospective drug tests.
http://ift.tt/2fwHdIg

Barnsley v Nottingham Forest

Barnsley v Nottingham Forest
Follow Radio 5 live sports extra and text commentary from the Championship as Barnsley host Nottingham Forest.
http://ift.tt/2gdtEiK

Ulster v Zebre match called off

Ulster v Zebre match called off
The Pro12 match between Ulster and Zebre at the Kingspan Stadium is called off because of adverse weather conditions and a frozen pitch.
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From gates of 100 to top of the table

From gates of 100 to top of the table
How has a team that was attracting crowds of about 100 until recently gone to the top of the Turkish Super Lig?
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Wilshere to be offered new Arsenal deal

Wilshere to be offered new Arsenal deal
Arsenal will offer Jack Wilshere - who is on a season-long loan at Bournemouth - a new contract, says manager Arsene Wenger.
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Football sex abuse inquiry widens

Football sex abuse inquiry widens
Four police forces say they are looking into allegations of historical child sex abuse within football.
http://ift.tt/2guljrb

Scotland lose in semi-final to Russia

Scotland lose in semi-final to Russia
Russia beat Eve Muirhead's Scotland and will face Sweden in the women's final at the European Curling Championships.
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Cilic gives Croatia early lead in final

Cilic gives Croatia early lead in final
Marin Cilic puts Croatia ahead in the Davis Cup final with victory over Argentina's Federico Delbonis in Zagreb.
http://ift.tt/2fZPsAF

Bellew and Haye to fight at heavyweight

Bellew and Haye to fight at heavyweight
Tony Bellew and David Haye will meet in an all-British non-title heavyweight fight on March 4 at London's O2 Arena.
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Kindred wins appeal against funding cut

Kindred wins appeal against funding cut
Rio gold medallist Sascha Kindred wins an appeal against his omission from the British Para-swimming 2017 podium squad.
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O'Brien and Payne doubtful for Ireland

O'Brien and Payne doubtful for Ireland
Sean O'Brien and Jared Payne are fitness doubts for Ireland's game against Australia on Saturday after missing training on Friday.
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Cwmbran coach wins Unsung Hero 2016

Cwmbran coach wins Unsung Hero 2016
Volunteer netball and football coach Vicki Randall from Cwmbran is named BBC Wales Sport's Unsung Hero for 2016.
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Hamilton fastest again in Abu Dhabi

Hamilton fastest again in Abu Dhabi
Lewis Hamilton is fastest in both practice sessions at the start of the weekend that will decide the 2016 Formula 1 World Championship.
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'Argentina are a bit of an unknown quantity'

'Argentina are a bit of an unknown quantity'
Argentina, England's opponents on Saturday, are a much improved side but are also a bit of an unknown quantity, says James Haskell.
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Taylor aiming to emulate Rousey

Taylor aiming to emulate Rousey
Katie Taylor says she wants to do the same for women's boxing as a professional as she did as an amateur.
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Cruz wants title for 'all gay athletes'

Cruz wants title for 'all gay athletes'
Orlando Cruz wants to win the WBO lightweight title from Terry Flanagan "for all the gay athletes in the world".
http://ift.tt/2goARPT

Man City Women to face Fortuna in last eight

Man City Women to face Fortuna in last eight
Manchester City will face Danish champions Fortuna Hjorring in the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League.
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Key moments in the history of female sport

Key moments in the history of female sport
As boxer Katie Taylor prepares to make her professional debut, BBC Sport takes a look at some of the key moments in the history of women's sport.
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Vegans and retirements - sport quiz of the week

Vegans and retirements - sport quiz of the week
Do you know your vegan sportpeople? Or what a bonspiel is? Test yourself with BBC Sport and A Question of Sport's weekly quiz.
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Bilic 'not fearful' over West Ham future

Bilic 'not fearful' over West Ham future
West Ham manager Slaven Bilic says he is "not fearful" of losing his job and has the support of the club's owners.
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'I was sweating, I knew I was doing wrong'

'I was sweating, I knew I was doing wrong'
Mark King tells BBC Sport how gambling addiction almost destroyed his marriage and career, and talks about his ongoing recovery.
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Young Sports Personality top 10 revealed

Young Sports Personality top 10 revealed
Learn more about the 10 young athletes named on the shortlist for the BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year 2016.
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Hughes reveals Bony's China sale clause

Hughes reveals Bony's China sale clause
Stoke boss Mark Hughes says on-loan striker Wilfried Bony has a clause in his contract allowing him to be sold to Chinese Super League clubs in January.
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Hamilton heads Rosberg in first practice

Hamilton heads Rosberg in first practice
Lewis Hamilton is 0.374 seconds faster than rival Nico Rosberg in first practice at the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
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England fourth as Danes lead World Cup

England fourth as Danes lead World Cup
England move into fourth in the World Cup of Golf as Denmark shoot 12 under par to take the lead on day two.
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ICC 'disappointed' by Du Plessis appeal

ICC 'disappointed' by Du Plessis appeal
The ICC says it is "disappointed" that South Africa captain Faf du Plessis is appealing against his fine for ball-tampering.
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Refreshed Bell still eyes England future

Refreshed Bell still eyes England future
Warwickshire captain Ian Bell tells BBC Sport that his hunger to get back in the England Test team has been refuelled.
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F1's title-deciding weekend - first practice

F1's title-deciding weekend - first practice
Live text and radio coverage of practice for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where Nico Rosberg or Lewis Hamilton will win the title.
http://ift.tt/2fxBMvT

Sportsday - latest football news and gossip

Sportsday - latest football news and gossip
Europa League analysis and reaction, Premier League news conferences, breaking sports news, gossip, the best of social media and debate.
http://ift.tt/2gmFCWk

Buttler to replace Duckett for England

Buttler to replace Duckett for England
England captain Alastair Cook confirms Jos Buttler will replace Ben Duckett for the third Test against India, which begins on Saturday.
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Rooney deserves respect - Ibrahimovic

Rooney deserves respect - Ibrahimovic
Zlatan Ibrahimovic says Wayne Rooney is "the perfect player", after he breaks Manchester United's European scoring record.
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We need to protect next generation - FA

We need to protect next generation - FA
The Football Association says it must ensure no "new generation of victims", after several ex-players say they were abused as children by coaches.
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More footballers tell of sexual abuse

More footballers tell of sexual abuse
Two more ex-footballers tell the Victoria Derbyshire programme they were abused as children by a coach.
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Championship to feature floodlit games

Championship to feature floodlit games
The 2017 county fixtures are announced, featuring a full round of day-night Championship matches for the first time.
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Lawro's predictions v comedian Lloyd Griffith

Lawro's predictions v comedian Lloyd Griffith
BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on comedian Lloyd Griffith in this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
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Daly can be next 'Jason Robinson'

Daly can be next 'Jason Robinson'
Wasps' Elliot Daly has the ability to give England attacking options like Jason Robinson did, says national coach Eddie Jones.
http://ift.tt/2gqZpoT

Dundalk 0-1 AZ Alkmaar

Dundalk 0-1 AZ Alkmaar
Dundalk's hopes of reaching the Europa League knockout stage are dealt a blow as they fall to a 1-0 defeat by AZ Alkmaar.
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Manchester United 4-0 Feyenoord

Manchester United 4-0 Feyenoord
Wayne Rooney becomes Manchester United's record European goalscorer as they beat Feyenoord to keep their Europa League fate in their hands.
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Thomson breaks two Vendee Globe records

Thomson breaks two Vendee Globe records
Welsh sailor Alex Thomson breaks two race records as he passes the Cape of Good Hope in the Vendee Globe.
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Button: 'It will be messy after my last race'

Button: 'It will be messy after my last race'
2009 world champion Jenson Button is expecting an "emotional" weekend as he competes in the final race of his 16-year Formula 1 career.
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Sparta Prague 1-0 Southampton

Sparta Prague 1-0 Southampton
Southampton's Europa League fate will go down to the final group game after losing away to Sparta Prague.
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Football sex abuse - what's happened so far?

Football sex abuse - what's happened so far?
How the football sexual abuse scandal has grown since former player Andy Woodward spoke publicly a week ago about his ordeal.
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Lescott leaves Athens after three months

Lescott leaves Athens after three months
Ex-England defender Joleon Lescott leaves Greek club AEK Athens after just three months, after his contract is terminated by mutual consent.
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Tier Two nations 'fighting for scraps'

Tier Two nations 'fighting for scraps'
Georgia head coach Milton Haig wants an expanded Six Nations, and says Tier Two teams are "fighting for scraps" from rugby's top table.
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Youth football volunteer is Unsung Hero

Youth football volunteer is Unsung Hero
Andy Alcorn is named the BBC Get Inspired Unsung Hero for Northern Ireland for his work with young footballers in the Coleraine area.
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The day Button came from last to win

The day Button came from last to win
Some of Jenson Button's biggest moments in F1 will never be forgotten - especially his performances in the wet.
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Positive doping tests up by 20% in 2015

Positive doping tests up by 20% in 2015
A report by the World Anti-Doping Agency shows the number of drugs tests returning banned substances rose by more than 20% in 2015
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Alonso '100% committed' to staying in F1

Alonso '100% committed' to staying in F1
McLaren driver Fernando Alonso says he is "100% committed" to staying in Formula 1 and winning a third world title.
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Robertson succeeds Coe as BOA chairman

Robertson succeeds Coe as BOA chairman
Former sports minister Sir Hugh Robertson is elected to replace Lord Coe as chairman of the British Olympic Association (BOA).
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Boxer dies after knock-out punch

Boxer dies after knock-out punch
An amateur boxer dies after suffering a head injury in his first match.
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Hamilton 'proud' of 2016 performance

Hamilton 'proud' of 2016 performance
Lewis Hamilton says he will be "proud" of his performance in 2016 regardless of whether he wins the world title in Abu Dhabi on Sunday.
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Football victims 'could number hundreds'

Football victims 'could number hundreds'
There may be "hundreds" of sexual abuse victims in the world of football, ex-player Paul Stewart says.
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Williams 'poor' despite one-sided win

Williams 'poor' despite one-sided win
Former champion Mark Williams says he "struggled from start to finish" despite beating Jason Weston 6-1 to reach round two of the UK Championship.
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Quigg to fight Cayetano in Manchester

Quigg to fight Cayetano in Manchester
Former WBA world champion Scott Quigg will return to the ring against Jose Cayetano on December 10 in Manchester.
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England's Kruis back to face Argentina

England's Kruis back to face Argentina
Saracens second row George Kruis will start for England against Argentina as coach Eddie Jones makes four changes.
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Du Plessis hits century after fine

Du Plessis hits century after fine
South Africa captain Faf du Plessis scored 118 not out before declaring on 259-9 on the first day of the third Test against Australia.
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Crowley named lead Sheikh Hamdan rider

Crowley named lead Sheikh Hamdan rider
Champion flat jockey Jim Crowley will be the new number one rider for leading owner Sheikh Hamdan al Maktoum of Dubai.
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Rise in football-related arrests

Rise in football-related arrests
Almost 2,000 football-related arrests were made in 2015-16, the first rise for three years
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Button to retire from F1 after 17 years

Button to retire from F1 after 17 years
McLaren's Jenson Button says he will retire from Formula 1 after Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
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Warburton out of Wales team v Springboks

Warburton out of Wales team v Springboks
Captain Sam Warburton ruled out of Wales team to face South Africa as centre Jamie Roberts drops back to the bench.
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Liverpool legend Gerrard retires

Liverpool legend Gerrard retires
Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard retires after more than 850 appearances spread over a 19-year career.
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Robinson named Charlton Athletic boss

Robinson named Charlton Athletic boss
League One side Charlton Athletic appoint former Milton Keynes Dons manager Karl Robinson as their new boss.
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Whistle blown on MSP's refereeing clash

Whistle blown on MSP's refereeing clash
A leading Scottish Conservative MSP missed a parliamentary committee to referee a Champions League match in Portugal.
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Celtic show promise in European exit

Celtic show promise in European exit
Celtic will finish bottom of their Champions League group but their European performances have improved under Brendan Rodgers, writes Tom English.
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European Curling Championships: Scotland v Russia

European Curling Championships: Scotland v Russia
Watch coverage from the European Curling Championships as Scotland's women take on Russia at Braehead Arena, Scotland.
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England two shots off Spain in World Cup

England two shots off Spain in World Cup
England pair Chris Wood and Andy Sullivan are two strokes off leaders Spain after the first round of the World Cup of Golf.
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No reason for Arsenal to panic - Wenger

No reason for Arsenal to panic - Wenger
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says there is "no reason to panic" but says the Gunners need to "transform draws into wins".
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Rodgers pleased with Celtic improvement

Rodgers pleased with Celtic improvement
Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers says his players need "big credit" despite exiting European football with a 2-0 defeat by Barcelona.
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Cavaliers' Love sets new NBA record

Cavaliers' Love sets new NBA record
Three-time All Star Kevin Love scores an NBA record 34 first quarter points as Cleveland Cavaliers beat Portland 137-125.
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Cricket legend Benaud honoured with coin

Cricket legend Benaud honoured with coin
Australia pays tribute to the late "voice of cricket", Richie Benaud, with a new 50 cent coin.
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Scots men fail to reach European semis

Scots men fail to reach European semis
Scotland's men miss out on the last four, while the women remain unbeaten at the European Curling Championships in Glasgow.
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NSPCC launches football sex abuse hotline

NSPCC launches football sex abuse hotline
The NSPCC launches a dedicated football hotline after four ex-players speak publicly about being sexually abused by coaches as children.
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Football & rugby join rainbow campaign

Football & rugby join rainbow campaign
Football and rugby will link up with gay rights charity Stonewall this weekend in a show of support for LGBT fans and players.
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Premier League Show: North East special

Premier League Show: North East special
The Premier League Show comes from the North East, looking at the history and current state of football in the region.
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Review calls for Sport Wales overhaul

Review calls for Sport Wales overhaul
A review says Sport Wales, the governing body which promotes Welsh grassroots and elite sport, must be overhauled.
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England 'must be proactive' in Mohali

England 'must be proactive' in Mohali
England must take a "proactive" batting approach in the third Test against India in Mohali, batting coach Mark Ramprakash says.
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Borussia Monchengladbach 1-1 Man City

Borussia Monchengladbach 1-1 Man City
David Silva's equaliser against Borussia Monchengladbach ensures Manchester City reach the Champions League knockout stage.
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Celtic 0-2 Barcelona

Celtic 0-2 Barcelona
Celtic are eliminated from the Champions League as Lionel Messi's two goals give Barcelona victory to secure top spot in Group C.
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Arsenal 2-2 Paris Saint Germain

Arsenal 2-2 Paris Saint Germain
Paris St-Germain come from behind against Arsenal in the Champions League to put themselves in pole position to qualify for the knockout stages as group leaders.
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Collapsed ice hockey player 'critical'

Collapsed ice hockey player 'critical'
A professional ice hockey player is in a critical condition in hospital after collapsing moments before a match in America.
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MK Dons job came too soon - Gerrard

MK Dons job came too soon - Gerrard
Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard says MK Dons' managerial vacancy came "a bit too soon" for him.
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King knocked out after forgetting cue

King knocked out after forgetting cue
Mark King forgets his cue, is docked a frame and is knocked out of the UK Championship in York in a shock defeat by Sam Craigie.
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Red Bull boss piles pressure on Rosberg

Red Bull boss piles pressure on Rosberg
Red Bull team boss Christian Horner warns title leader Nico Rosberg his drivers will "be going for it" in Abu Dhabi this weekend.
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Leyton Orient sack manager Cavasin

Leyton Orient sack manager Cavasin
League Two side Leyton Orient sack boss Alberto Cavasin after a run of eight defeats in 10 games in all competitions.
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White latest to claim coach sex abuse

White latest to claim coach sex abuse
Former Manchester City and England forward David White is the latest ex-footballer to say he was sexually abused as a child by a coach.
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GB's Gale becomes European champion

GB's Gale becomes European champion
Great Britain's Natasha Gale wins the European Women's Boxing Championships by beating Maily Nicar of France in the final.
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Real Madrid's Bale suffers ankle injury

Real Madrid's Bale suffers ankle injury
Wales and Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale suffers an ankle injury, the Spanish club confirms.
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Man Utd to extend Ibrahimovic deal

Man Utd to extend Ibrahimovic deal
Manchester United will extend striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic's one-year contract by a year, says manager Jose Mourinho.
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Cyclist is Scottish BBC Unsung Hero

Cyclist is Scottish BBC Unsung Hero
Cycling enthusiast Rachael Halifax from East Kilbride has won the 2016 BBC Get Inspired Unsung Hero award in Scotland.
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Higgins through to second round in York

Higgins through to second round in York
Three-time champion John Higgins and 2015 runner-up Liang Wenbo both make the second round of the UK Championship.
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Scotland up to fourth in world rankings

Scotland up to fourth in world rankings
Following their historic Four Nations draw against New Zealand, Scotland rise from ninth to fourth in rugby league's world rankings.
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Court calls for Neymar prison sentence

Court calls for Neymar prison sentence
Spanish prosecutors have call for Barcelona forward Neymar to be sent to prison for two years for his part in a corruption case.
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Rokoduguni knows where he stands - Gustard

Rokoduguni knows where he stands - Gustard
England coach Paul Gustard believes the right team has been chosen to face Argentina, despite Semesa Rokoduguni's exclusion.
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Fans release video of Old Trafford stay

Fans release video of Old Trafford stay
Fans who hid overnight in the toilets at Manchester United's Old Trafford stadium release a video of the stunt.
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Ex-England footballer speaks of sex abuse

Ex-England footballer speaks of sex abuse
Former England and Tottenham footballer Paul Stewart speaks of being abused as a youth player.
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Knee injury ends McNair's season

Knee injury ends McNair's season
Sunderland and Northern Ireland defender Paddy McNair is ruled out for the rest of the season with a cruciate knee ligament injury.
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Fifa probes Welsh & NI for poppy displays

Fifa probes Welsh & NI for poppy displays
Fifa is investigating the Football Associations of Wales and Northern Ireland over poppy displays during recent games.
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Drinkwater given violent conduct charge

Drinkwater given violent conduct charge
Leicester midfielder Danny Drinkwater is changed with violent conduct by the Football Association, for an alleged elbow on Valon Behrami.
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Judge John Hodgman on Copying Checkered Vans

Judge John Hodgman on Copying Checkered Vans
Marriage is a journey you must walk together. Make sure you’re not wearing the same weirdo shoes.
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Running Into Danger on an Alaskan Trail

Running Into Danger on an Alaskan Trail
A confrontation with a wild black bear.
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In Vitro

In Vitro
Selected by Matthew Zapruder.
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How to Catch a Wave

How to Catch a Wave
Stabilize the board before standing. Then pop up light as a cat.
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The 11.13.16 Issue

The 11.13.16 Issue
Readers respond.
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Letter of Recommendation: High-School-Football Games

Letter of Recommendation: High-School-Football Games
A republic of doting parents and proud siblings, supportive neighbors and sentimental alumni.
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No atmosphere in first round - Trump

No atmosphere in first round - Trump
Bristol's Judd Trump says the first round of the UK Championship is "not really enjoyable" before the televised stage starts on Saturday.
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Canadian Grand Prix to go ahead

Canadian Grand Prix to go ahead
The Canadian Grand Prix is to go ahead in June after organisers agreed a deal with the sport's commercial rights holders.
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Drogba to leave MLS side Montreal

Drogba to leave MLS side Montreal
Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba will leave Montreal Impact at the end of the MLS season after 18 months with the club.
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Du Plessis 'made a scapegoat' by ICC

Du Plessis 'made a scapegoat' by ICC
South Africa captain Faf du Plessis says he has "done nothing wrong" after being fined for ball-tampering by the International Cricket Council.
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Delighted Ranieri turns focus to league

Delighted Ranieri turns focus to league
Leicester City must use their excellent Champions League form as inspiration to climb the Premier League table, says Claudio Ranieri.
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Pochettino critical of Spurs mentality

Pochettino critical of Spurs mentality
Tottenham lacked the quality and mentality to reach the knockout stage of the Champions League, says boss Mauricio Pochettino.
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Skelton wins FEI's best athlete prize

Skelton wins FEI's best athlete prize
Britain's Olympic gold-medal winning show jumper Nick Skelton wins best athlete at the FEI Awards in Tokyo.
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Sportsday - latest football news and gossip

Sportsday - latest football news and gossip
Champions League reaction and previews, Europa League news conferences, breaking sports news, gossip, social media and debate.
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Borussia Dortmund 8-4 Legia Warsaw

Borussia Dortmund 8-4 Legia Warsaw
Borussia Dortmund and Legia Warsaw score 12 goals in a remarkable match in Germany on Tuesday to make Champions League history.
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England's Gale reaches European final

England's Gale reaches European final
England's Natasha Gale reaches the middleweight final of the European Women's Boxing Championships in Sofia.
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Patterson pulls out after 'brick attack'

Patterson pulls out after 'brick attack'
Ahmet Patterson pulls out of his British title fight with Liam Williams, saying he was attacked with a brick while training.
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Ding survives UK Championship scare

Ding survives UK Championship scare
China's Ding Junhui survives a first-round scare to beat Brazilian outsider Igor Figueiredo in the first round of the UK Championship.
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Sussex name Andrew as chief executive

Sussex name Andrew as chief executive
Sussex appoint former Rugby Football Union director and England fly-half Rob Andrew as their new chief executive.
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Rokoduguni to miss England v Argentina

Rokoduguni to miss England v Argentina
Semesa Rokoduguni is left out of the England squad to play Argentina on Saturday, despite his man-of-the match performance against Fiji.
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GB to play Eurobasket games in Istanbul

GB to play Eurobasket games in Istanbul
Great Britain's men are drawn against Russia, Serbia, Latvia, Turkey and Belgium for EuroBasket 2017, and will be based in Istanbul.
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Second footballer talks of sexual abuse

Second footballer talks of sexual abuse
A second former footballer describes being sexually abused by coach Barry Bennell while at Crewe Alexandra.
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BAME representation 'not good enough'

BAME representation 'not good enough'
The amount of BAME people on sports boards and national governing bodies is described as "frankly not good enough" after an audit.
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Arena succeeds Klinsmann as US boss

Arena succeeds Klinsmann as US boss
Bruce Arena is appointed United States head coach for a second time, succeeding Jurgen Klinsmann who was sacked on Monday.
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Feast in New York City

Feast in New York City
A restaurant chef knows how to squeeze a personal gathering into the precious off-hours — and how to nourish family and friends.
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Browne fails second drugs test in 2016

Browne fails second drugs test in 2016
Australian heavyweight boxer Lucas Browne fails a drugs test for the second time in eight months.
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Man City's Kompany out with knee injury

Man City's Kompany out with knee injury
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany has injured his knee and could be out for "weeks", says manager Pep Guardiola.
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PSG's Aurier stopped from entering UK

PSG's Aurier stopped from entering UK
Paris St-Germain defender Serge Aurier is stopped from entering the UK and is set to miss their Champions League tie at Arsenal.
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European Curling Championships: Germany v Scotland

European Curling Championships: Germany v Scotland
Watch live coverage from the European Curling Championships as Scotland's women face Germany.
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Scottish curlers defeated by Finland

Scottish curlers defeated by Finland
Tom Brewster's Scotland rink are beaten by Finland to remain joint fourth in the standings at the European Curling Championships.
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Lack of play stunting Scots - Mommsen

Lack of play stunting Scots - Mommsen
Retired captain Preston Mommsen fears Scottish cricket is being hindered by a lack of matches for the senior international side.
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Top steeplechaser Monbeg Dude is retired

Top steeplechaser Monbeg Dude is retired
Following injury, steeplechaser Monbeg Dude, which is owned by rugby stars Mike Tindall, James Simpson-Daniel and Nicky Robinson, has been retired.
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Memories of a magnificent fighting machine

Memories of a magnificent fighting machine
On the 30th anniversary of Mike Tyson becoming the youngest ever heavyweight world champion, BBC Sport looks back on his career.
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Jogging the Brain

Jogging the Brain
There may be a way to counter what alcohol does to your neurons: Go for a run.
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Rodman charged with hit-and-run offence

Rodman charged with hit-and-run offence
Former NBA star Dennis Rodman is charged with a hit-and-run offence and could face up to two years in prison if convicted.
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Andy Murray 'too young' for knighthood

Andy Murray 'too young' for knighthood
Andy Murray says he is too young for a knighthood amid calls for him to be honoured in the New Year's honours list.
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Monaco v Tottenham Hotspur (Tue)

Monaco v Tottenham Hotspur (Tue)
Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino will assess Harry Kane, Dele Alli and Mousa Dembele before Tuesday's game at Monaco.
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Ibrahimovic to get his own statue

Ibrahimovic to get his own statue
The Manchester United forward will have a statue erected in his honour after being named Sweden's top player for a 10th straight year
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Leicester City v Club Brugge (Tue)

Leicester City v Club Brugge (Tue)
Claudio Ranieri is hopeful of another "fantastic achievement" as Leicester head into Tuesday's Champions League game against Club Brugge.
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Amaro for Everyone

Amaro for Everyone
It’s difficult to define but easy to enjoy.
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Is Social Media Disconnecting Us From the Big Picture?

Is Social Media Disconnecting Us From the Big Picture?
We’ve heard about its power to help us empathize with others. But what if, instead, it’s just cocooning us with our friends?
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Billionaires vs. the Press in the Era of Trump

Billionaires vs. the Press in the Era of Trump
A small group of superrich Americans — the president-elect among them — has laid the groundwork for an unprecedented legal assault on the media. Can they succeed?
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Should Parents Be Expected to Donate to a Public School?

Should Parents Be Expected to Donate to a Public School?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on whether parents must contribute to a public school’s fundraising program and whether to call out a nephew for his multiple marriages.
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Du Plessis fined for ball-tampering

Du Plessis fined for ball-tampering
South Africa captain Faf du Plessis is fined but will not be banned for ball-tampering in the second Test win over Australia in Hobart.
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Cricketers fined for seatbelt slip-up

Cricketers fined for seatbelt slip-up
Former Test cricketers Shane Warne, Kevin Pietersen and Michael Slater are fined for not wearing seatbelts after Warne posted a video of them in a moving car.
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Fifth Kenyan arrested in Rio scandal

Fifth Kenyan arrested in Rio scandal
A Kenyan Olympic official is arrested by police who reportedly found him hiding under a bed in an apartment filled with athletics equipment intended for Rio 2016.
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Sportsday - football news and gossip

Sportsday - football news and gossip
Champions League build-up and news conferences, England manager latest, Uefa team of the year, gossip and debate.
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Fans found hiding in Man Utd toilet

Fans found hiding in Man Utd toilet
Two fans hide overnight in toilets at Manchester United's Old Trafford stadium in an attempt to watch a game the following day.
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Fitzpatrick & Hatton - the next generation

Fitzpatrick & Hatton - the next generation
Matthew Fitzpatrick and Tyrrell Hatton can follow Lee Westwood, Luke Donald and Ian Poulter to be British golfing successes, writes Iain Carter.
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Malaysia to quit F1 after 2018

Malaysia to quit F1 after 2018
Malaysia will no longer host a Formula 1 grand prix after the current agreement expires in 2018.
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Black players not encouraged - McLeod

Black players not encouraged - McLeod
Snooker's only black professional, Rory McLeod, says the sport's governing body is "not doing anything" to attract more black players to the sport.
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Ex-FA exec defends Southgate interview

Ex-FA exec defends Southgate interview
Former Football Association executive Adrian Bevington defends the FA's process to appoint the next England manager.
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I must peak in majors in 2017 - McIlroy

I must peak in majors in 2017 - McIlroy
World number two Rory McIlroy will focus on ensuring he produces his best golf in the majors next season.
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Gerrard out of running for MK Dons job

Gerrard out of running for MK Dons job
Talks between Steven Gerrard and MK Dons have ended, with the League One side continuing their search for a new manager elsewhere.
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West Bromwich Albion 4-0 Burnley

West Bromwich Albion 4-0 Burnley
West Brom score three first-half goals as they sweep aside a Burnley team that is struggling away from home this season.
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Hamilton Academical 3-3 Heart of Midlothian

Hamilton Academical 3-3 Heart of Midlothian
Callum Paterson's late goal gives Hearts a share of the points in a six-goal thriller with Hamilton at New Douglas Park.
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Klinsmann sacked as United States boss

Klinsmann sacked as United States boss
Former Germany player and boss Jurgen Klinsmann is sacked as coach of the United States.
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Three Wales players on Uefa team list

Three Wales players on Uefa team list
Wales players Joe Allen, Aaron Ramsey and Gareth Bale make the 40-man shortlist for Uefa's team of the year.
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Hamilton v Hearts - radio & text

Hamilton v Hearts - radio & text
Radio and text coverage as second-bottom Hamilton Academical host fourth-placed Hearts in the Scottish Premiership.
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West Brom v Burnley

West Brom v Burnley
It's 12th v 11th in the Premier League - Radio 5 live coverage, analysis and updates as West Brom host Burnley in the Premier League.
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Banned manager 'bet £2,200 on one loss'

Banned manager 'bet £2,200 on one loss'
A banned non-league manager staked more than £2,200 on his team to lose a specific game, an FA statement reveals.
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Lions role would be an honour - Borthwick

Lions role would be an honour - Borthwick
England forwards coach Steve Borthwick says it would be a "huge honour" to be involved with the British and Irish Lions next summer.
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Two-week ban for England's Launchbury

Two-week ban for England's Launchbury
England lock Joe Launchbury is banned for two weeks, ruling the Wasps forward out of the remaining autumn internationals.
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Treadwell relishes return to the saddle

Treadwell relishes return to the saddle
Jockey Liam Treadwell discusses his return after a six-month absence with concussion, not wanting to ride and those "famous gnashers".
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Zaripova fails 2012 Olympic drugs test

Zaripova fails 2012 Olympic drugs test
Disgraced ex-steeplechase champion Yuliya Zaripova is among 12 athletes to fail retroactive dope tests from the 2012 Olympics.
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Sexton & Henshaw to miss Australia game

Sexton & Henshaw to miss Australia game
Ireland pair Johnny Sexton and Robbie Henshaw are out of Saturday's game against Australia in Dublin because of injury.
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Messi joins Bieber at Barca training

Messi joins Bieber at Barca training
Lionel Messi returns to training after illness and is joined by pop star Justin Bieber as Barcelona prepare for Wednesday's trip to Celtic.
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Brown accepts senior role at McLaren

Brown accepts senior role at McLaren
Formula 1 commercial expert Zak Brown accepts a senior role with the McLaren Group following the departure of chairman Ron Dennis.
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European Curling Championships: Scotland v Switzerland

European Curling Championships: Scotland v Switzerland
Watch live coverage from the European Curling Championships as Scotland's men take on Switzerland.
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Snooker provides solace after tragedy

Snooker provides solace after tragedy
How the tragic loss of his wife to breast cancer inspired UK Championship debutant Jamie Curtis-Barrett.
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Edwards backs Wales coach Howley

Edwards backs Wales coach Howley
Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards says heavily criticised coach Robert Howley is "very, very good".
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Bellerin signs new Arsenal deal

Bellerin signs new Arsenal deal
Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerin signs a new long-term deal with the Premier League club.
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I'm facing impossible odds - Hamilton

I'm facing impossible odds - Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says he faces "pretty impossible odds" as he seeks to win the F1 world title at Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
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IPC set rules for Russia reinstatement

IPC set rules for Russia reinstatement
The Russia Paralympic Committee must show they can carry out anti-doping activities "without external interference" in order to be reinstated into competitions.
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'Panic sets in' for England - Vaughan

'Panic sets in' for England - Vaughan
England must eradicate the "little disease" of costly batting collapses after losing the second Test, says ex-captain Michael Vaughan.
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Judy Murray shares her pride on Twitter

Judy Murray shares her pride on Twitter
Judy Murray celebrates sons Andy and Jamie's world number one tennis rankings on Twitter.
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Celebrating Andy Murray on Twitter

Celebrating Andy Murray on Twitter
Proud tennis mum Judy Murray celebrates her sons' remarkable achievements with throwback photographs on Twitter.
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'England must prove their mentality'

'England must prove their mentality'
England have shown they can compete with India, now they need the right mindset to beat them, says Jonathan Agnew.
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FA will not take action over England pair

FA will not take action over England pair
The FA will not take any action against England's Jordan Henderson and Adam Lallana after reports they visited a strip club while on international duty.
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The Identity Politics of Whiteness

The Identity Politics of Whiteness
White Americans are starting, once again, to see themselves as a distinct identity group — and to wield power as one.
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Glenn Beck Is Sorry About All That

Glenn Beck Is Sorry About All That
The media personality on learning from his mistakes and why Donald Trump could be one of the most dangerous presidents to ever come into the Oval Office.
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Reince Priebus, Normalizer in Chief

Reince Priebus, Normalizer in Chief
As Trump’s new chief of staff, the lifelong G.O.P. loyalist will have to guide an outsider president and his band of radicals through a city they’ve pledged to upend.
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The Passion of Martin Scorsese

The Passion of Martin Scorsese
In his new film, “Silence,” he returns to a subject that has animated his entire life’s work and that also sparked his career’s greatest controversy: the nature of faith.
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The fast life of Dalian Atkinson

The fast life of Dalian Atkinson
Fast cars and girls were of equal importance to football in the early career of Dalian Atkinson.
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Ericsson extends Sauber deal for 2017

Ericsson extends Sauber deal for 2017
Sweden's Marcus Ericsson will stay at Sauber for the 2017 season after signing a one-year contract extension.
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Malaga give Celtic hope for Barca visit

Malaga give Celtic hope for Barca visit
Barcelona's goalless stalemate with dogged Malaga gives Celtic hope ahead of their European showdown, writes Liam McLeod.
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Van Gerwen retains Grand Slam title

Van Gerwen retains Grand Slam title
Michael van Gerwen continues his remarkable year by retaining his Grand Slam of Darts crown with victory over James Wade.
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'Refs should keep closer eye on All Blacks'

'Refs should keep closer eye on All Blacks'
New Zealand pushed the limits but Ireland should still have won says Jeremy Guscott, plus his take on England, Wales and Scotland.
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Murray switches focus to Grand Slams

Murray switches focus to Grand Slams
Briton Andy Murray sets his sights on adding to his three Grand Slam titles after securing the year-end number one ranking.
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Sportsday - latest football news and gossip

Sportsday - latest football news and gossip
Premier League reaction, Champions League news conferences and build-up, breaking sports news, gossip, the best of social media and debate.
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India wrap up big win over England

India wrap up big win over England
India bowl England out for 158 to complete a 246-run win in the second Test on the fifth day in Visakhapatnam.
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India v England: Duckett & Moeen fall early

India v England: Duckett & Moeen fall early
Live text and radio commentary, analysis and debate as England - chasing a record 405 to beat India in the second Test - lose Ben Duckett and Moeen Ali early on the final day.
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'Amazing Murray deserves a lot of credit'

'Amazing Murray deserves a lot of credit'
Britain's Andy Murray is praised by ex-world number ones including John McEnroe and Mats Wilander after his ATP World Tour Finals win.
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Berahino back at French conditioning camp

Berahino back at French conditioning camp
West Brom striker Saido Berahino says he is positive about his prospects despite being sent back to a French conditioning camp.
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King ends 25-year wait with NI triumph

King ends 25-year wait with NI triumph
Mark King ends a 25-year wait for a ranking title as he beats Barry Hawkins 9-8 in a thrilling Northern Ireland Open final.
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'Pep cannot afford to leave him out' - Garth's team of the week

'Pep cannot afford to leave him out' - Garth's team of the week
Whose goal had pros purring all over the country? And who spared a referee embarrassment? Both make Garth Crooks' team of the week.
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How Moses has become key for Chelsea

How Moses has become key for Chelsea
Chelsea's Victor Moses is ideally suited to his new role as wing-back and is more than just a stop-gap, says MOTD2 pundit Kevin Kilbane
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'Immortal' Australians set a high bar

'Immortal' Australians set a high bar
With Australia utterly dominant in 2016, BBC Sport asks if Mal Meninga's side can be stopped at next year's Rugby League World Cup.
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Why does Formula 1 love Massa?

Why does Formula 1 love Massa?
Felipe Massa is preparing to bow out of F1 after 14 years, 250 races and 11 wins - but why does the sport love the departing Brazilian?
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England can save Test, says Broad

England can save Test, says Broad
England still have hope of saving the second Test against India, according to pace bowler Stuart Broad.
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England's Hull wins first LGPA title

England's Hull wins first LGPA title
England's Charley Hull wins the CME Group Tour Championship by two shots for her first LPGA title.
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Kruis back in England squad after surgery

Kruis back in England squad after surgery
Saracens' George Kruis is added to England's autumn Test series squad after recovering from ankle surgery.
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Murray wins to end year world number one

Murray wins to end year world number one
Andy Murray beats Novak Djokovic in straight sets to win his first ATP World Tour Finals title and end 2016 as world number one.
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Listen: New England Patriots at San Francisco 49ers

Listen: New England Patriots at San Francisco 49ers
Follow Radio 5 live sports extra coverage from across week 11 of the NFL including commentary of New England Patriots at San Francisco 49ers.
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Launchbury cited for alleged kick

Launchbury cited for alleged kick
England's Joe Launchbury is cited for allegedly kicking Fiji's Asaeli Tikoirotuma during Saturday's 58-15 win at Twickenham.
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All Blacks pair Fekitoa and Cane cited

All Blacks pair Fekitoa and Cane cited
New Zealand players Malakai Fekitoa and Sam Cane are cited following tackles in Saturday's win over Ireland in Dublin.
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Middlesbrough 0-1 Chelsea

Middlesbrough 0-1 Chelsea
Diego Costa's 10th goal of the season moves Chelsea top of the Premier League after a dominant win over Middlesbrough.
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Wiggins coy on future after Ghent win

Wiggins coy on future after Ghent win
Sir Bradley Wiggins refuses to confirm whether he plans to retire after winning the Ghent Six Day event alongside Mark Cavendish.
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Australia overpower NZ to win Four Nations

Australia overpower NZ to win Four Nations
Australia produce a clinical display to blow New Zealand away 34-8 and deservedly win the Four Nations in front of 40,042 at Anfield.
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Leeds United 0-2 Newcastle United

Leeds United 0-2 Newcastle United
Dwight Gayle scores twice as Newcastle United go five points clear at the top of the Championship by beating Leeds 2-0.
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Sale 13-28 Saracens

Sale 13-28 Saracens
Premiership holders Saracens return to the top of the table after beating Sale at the AJ Bell Stadium.
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Four Nations Final - Australia v New Zealand

Four Nations Final - Australia v New Zealand
Australia take on New Zealand at Anfield in the final of the Four Nations - live TV, highlights, radio, analysis and social media debate.
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Premiership: Sale 0-3 Saracens

Premiership: Sale 0-3 Saracens
Follow live text and radio commentary of Sunday's Premiership rugby, as Sale host Saracens and Leicester face Harlequins.
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Live: Leeds & Newcastle to honour Speed

Live: Leeds & Newcastle to honour Speed
Follow live text and radio coverage from the Championship as Leeds host Newcastle at Elland Road.
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Stenson secures Race to Dubai title

Stenson secures Race to Dubai title
Henrik Stenson wins the Race to Dubai title as Matthew Fitzpatrick claims the final event of the season, the DP World Tour Championship.
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Nicola Adams on boxing, bisexuality and being a female Bond

Nicola Adams on boxing, bisexuality and being a female Bond
Desert Islands Discs talks to double Olympic boxing champion Nicola Adams about her life inside the ring and out,.
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Southgate 'only candidate' for England

Southgate 'only candidate' for England
Gareth Southgate is "the only candidate" for the England manager's job, says former FA executive Adrian Bevington.
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Late wickets dent England hopes

Late wickets dent England hopes
England's bid to save the second Test against India is hit by the late loss of Haseeb Hameed and Alastair Cook on day four in Visakhapatnam.
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Davies thankful to be Wales' 'hero'

Davies thankful to be Wales' 'hero'
Wales fly-half Sam Davies says he knew he would be a "hero or villain" before his last-minute drop goal to beat Japan.
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Wada re-elects Reedie as president

Wada re-elects Reedie as president
The World Anti-Doping Agency re-elects Sir Craig Reedie as president on a second three-year term.
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North America to host 2025 RL World Cup

North America to host 2025 RL World Cup
North America is set to host the 2025 World Cup after initial proposals got the support of the game's governing body.
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Borthwick set to join 2017 Lions set-up

Borthwick set to join 2017 Lions set-up
England forwards coach Steve Borthwick is set to join the British and Irish Lions coaching team for the 2017 tour of New Zealand.
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Wiggins & Cavendish retain Ghent lead

Wiggins & Cavendish retain Ghent lead
Britain's Sir Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish retain their lead going into the final day of the the Ghent Six Day event.
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Footballer's watch stolen at knifepoint

Footballer's watch stolen at knifepoint
A Premier League footballer was robbed at knifepoint of a watch reportedly worth £25,000 after his car was struck.
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Ainslie's team seal World Series title

Ainslie's team seal World Series title
Sir Ben Ainslie's Land Rover BAR team win the America's Cup World Series and carries two points into next year's qualifying series.
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European Curling Championships: Scotland v Sweden

European Curling Championships: Scotland v Sweden
Watch live coverage from the European Curling Championships as Scotland's women face Sweden.
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Ward fights back to beat Kovalev

Ward fights back to beat Kovalev
Andre Ward survives a second-round knockdown to beat Sergey Kovalev on points and claim the IBF, WBA and WBO light heavyweight titles.
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Australia call up English-born Renshaw

Australia call up English-born Renshaw
Australia call up Middlesbrough-born opener Matt Renshaw for the third Test against South Africa in Adelaide.
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England strike early but India extend lead

England strike early but India extend lead
Live text and radio commentary, analysis and debate as India extend their lead over England beyond 300 despite losing their sixth wicket on the fourth morning.
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Which Premier League team has English football’s worst record in 2016?

Which Premier League team has English football’s worst record in 2016?
Crystal Palace's miserable 2016 continues, Wenger again fails to get the better of Mourinho, plus the best of the stats from Saturday's matches.
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Murray to face Djokovic for top spot

Murray to face Djokovic for top spot
Andy Murray will face Novak Djokovic with the ATP World Tour Finals title and year-end number one ranking at stake on Sunday.
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I knew Guardiola would need me - Toure

I knew Guardiola would need me - Toure
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure says he was not surprised by his recall after ending his three-month exile with two goals against Crystal Palace.
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Man Utd are unluckiest team - Mourinho

Man Utd are unluckiest team - Mourinho
Jose Mourinho says Manchester United are the unluckiest team in the Premier League after Arsenal's late equaliser in a 1-1 draw.
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'Kane one of the world's best strikers'

'Kane one of the world's best strikers'
Harry Kane is one of the best strikers in the world, says Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino.
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Whiteside & Ryan secure Euro medals

Whiteside & Ryan secure Euro medals
England's Lisa Whiteside and Sandy Ryan are guaranteed bronze medals at the 2016 European Women's Boxing Championships in Sofia.
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Hull takes one-shot lead into final day

Hull takes one-shot lead into final day
England's Charley Hull takes a one-stroke lead into the final round of the CME Group Tour Championship in Florida.
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GB fall short of finals after Italy loss

GB fall short of finals after Italy loss
Great Britain women's bid for a fourth Eurobasket finals appearance in a row ends after after they lose 71-52 to Italy.
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Murray & Soares lose out in Finals

Murray & Soares lose out in Finals
New world number one doubles team Jamie Murray and Bruno Soares suffer a disappointing loss in the semi-finals of the ATP World Tour Finals.
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Ollie's back & Ince's tribute to dad

Ollie's back & Ince's tribute to dad
More penalty pain in the Ince household and Ian Holloway's homecoming make the list of five EFL things you may have missed.
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Welshman Johns wins on UFC debut

Welshman Johns wins on UFC debut
Brett Johns becomes the first Welshman to win at the Ultimate Fighting Championship with victory over South Korean Kwan Ho Kwak.
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ATP World Tour Finals - Djokovic v Nishikori

ATP World Tour Finals - Djokovic v Nishikori
Follow BBC Radio 5 live sports extra commentary on the ATP World Tour Finals semi-final between Novak Djokovic and Kei Nishikori at the O2 Arena in London.
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Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 West Ham United

Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 West Ham United
Tottenham maintain their unbeaten start to the Premier League season as Harry Kane strikes twice in a 3-2 win over West Ham.
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All Blacks avenge Chicago loss to Ireland

All Blacks avenge Chicago loss to Ireland
New Zealand avenge their shock defeat by Ireland two weeks ago as they win a brutally physical contest in Dublin.
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England still fighting, says Bairstow

England still fighting, says Bairstow
England are "still fighting" in the second Test against India, according to wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow.
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Scotland 19-16 Argentina

Scotland 19-16 Argentina
Greig Laidlaw's last-minute penalty snatches victory for Scotland over Argentina at Murrayfield.
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My treatment a 'disgrace' - Rooney

My treatment a 'disgrace' - Rooney
Wayne Rooney describes his treatment as "disgraceful" after photos were published of him at a wedding at the England team hotel.
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Murray beats Raonic in Finals thriller

Murray beats Raonic in Finals thriller
Andy Murray is into his first season-ending final after beating Milos Raonic in a gripping ATP World Tour Finals semi-final.
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Tottenham 0-0 West Ham - Kane starts for Spurs

Tottenham 0-0 West Ham - Kane starts for Spurs
Follow Radio 5 live, Radio London and text commentary of the London derby between Tottenham and West Ham in the Premier League from White Hart Lane.
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Watch: St Mirren v Dunfermline

Watch: St Mirren v Dunfermline
BBC Alba provides live coverage as Championship strugglers St Mirren and Dunfermline Athletic meet in Paisley.
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Southampton 0-0 Liverpool

Southampton 0-0 Liverpool
Liverpool stay top of the Premier League but misfire in front of goal in a tepid goalless draw with Southampton.
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Crystal Palace 1-2 Manchester City

Crystal Palace 1-2 Manchester City
Yaya Toure marks his shock return to the Manchester City team with two goals as his side grab a late win at Crystal Palace.
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Wales 33-30 Japan

Wales 33-30 Japan
Replacement fly-half Sam Davies saves Wales' blushes with an 80th-minute drop goal to beat battling Japan.
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England 58-15 Fiji

England 58-15 Fiji
England stretch their winning run to 12 matches as they run in nine tries against Fiji at Twickenham.
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Gloucester v Wasps - live text & radio

Gloucester v Wasps - live text & radio
Follow live text and BBC local radio commentary as Wasps travel to Kingsholm to face Gloucester in the Premiership.
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Stenson closes on Race to Dubai title

Stenson closes on Race to Dubai title
Henrik Stenson closes in on the Race to Dubai after the third round of the DP World Tour Championship.
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Wales v Japan: the best of the tries

Wales v Japan: the best of the tries
Wales v Japan: the best of the tries
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Wales v Japan: the best of the tries

Wales v Japan: the best of the tries
Wales v Japan: the best of the tries
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Manchester United 1-1 Arsenal

Manchester United 1-1 Arsenal
Olivier Giroud's 89th-minute equaliser earns Arsenal a point and denies Jose Mourinho's Manchester United a victory they deserved at Old Trafford.
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Cue Card wins Betfair Chase at Haydock

Cue Card wins Betfair Chase at Haydock
Cue Card storms away from the 2015 Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Coneygree to win the Betfair Chase at Haydock.
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England lose to NZ as Clark sets record

England lose to NZ as Clark sets record
World number one side New Zealand beat England 25-20 as Rochelle Clark becomes the most capped player in the women's game.
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Barcelona v Malaga

Barcelona v Malaga
Live text from Barcelona's game against Malaga with Borussia Dortmund v Bayern Munich and the Madrid derby coming up later.
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Southampton v Liverpool

Southampton v Liverpool
Follow Radio 5 live and text coverage from St Mary's Stadium as Southampton host Liverpool in the Premier League.
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Crystal Palace v Manchester City

Crystal Palace v Manchester City
Follow live text and radio coverage in the Premier League as Crystal Palace entertain Manchester City at Selhurst Park.
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Premier League team news - Toure starts for City

Premier League team news - Toure starts for City
Follow live text commentary, plus Final Score and Radio 5 live commentary from Saturday's Premier League games.
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Saturday's Scottish football

Saturday's Scottish football
Four Premiership matches top the bill as the Scottish football weekend continues.
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ATP World Tour Finals - Murray v Raonic

ATP World Tour Finals - Murray v Raonic
Follow BBC Two, text commentary and highlight clips of the ATP World Tour Finals semi-final between Andy Murray and Milos Raonic at the O2 Arena in London.
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Holloway's QPR return & EFL live text

Holloway's QPR return & EFL live text
Follow live text commentary for updates from today's Championship, League One and League Two games.
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Saturday's autumn internationals

Saturday's autumn internationals
Live TV, radio and text commentary as England look for their 12th straight win and Wales aim for a convincing performance.
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England v New Zealand - Women's autumn internationals

England v New Zealand - Women's autumn internationals
Listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra commentary from the women's autumn internationals as England face New Zealand at the Stoop.
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India tighten Test grip on England

India tighten Test grip on England
England are pushed further towards defeat on day three of the second Test against India in Visakhapatnam.
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Premier League build-up and debate

Premier League build-up and debate
Follow all the build-up to Saturday's games, plus social media debate ahead of Manchester United v Arsenal.
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European Curling Championships: Scotland v Denmark

European Curling Championships: Scotland v Denmark
Watch live coverage from the European Curling Championships as Scotland's men face Denmark.
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Ainslie's team ahead in Fukuoka finale

Ainslie's team ahead in Fukuoka finale
Sir Ben Ainslie's Land Rover BAR team lead after the first day of the final event of the America's Cup World Series in Japan.
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Wiggins & Cavendish claim Ghent lead

Wiggins & Cavendish claim Ghent lead
Sir Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish move into the lead at the Ghent Six Day event after day four.
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Syrian keeper rebuilding his life as a refugee

Syrian keeper rebuilding his life as a refugee
Former professional goalkeeper Fahd Saleh is building a new life in England after fleeing Syria and the threat of torture.
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Bairstow & Stokes repel India

Bairstow & Stokes repel India
Live text and radio commentary, analysis and debate as England's Jonny Bairstow and Ben Stokes resist India on day three of the second Test.
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'All sports must tackle doping together'

'All sports must tackle doping together'
Sports Minister Tracey Crouch appeals for a "unified approach" to tackling doping ahead of a crucial WADA meeting in Glasgow.
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Murray ready for Raonic in ATP semis

Murray ready for Raonic in ATP semis
Andy Murray takes on Canadian fourth seed Milos Raonic in the semi-finals of the ATP World Tour Finals on Saturday.
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Groves edges closer to world title bout

Groves edges closer to world title bout
Britain's George Groves defends the WBA International super-middleweight title with a unanimous points victory over Eduard Gutknecht.
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Nobbs named England player of the year

Nobbs named England player of the year
Arsenal misdfielder Jordan Nobbs is named England player of the year at the Football Association Women's Football Awards.
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Guardiola denies sex ban story

Guardiola denies sex ban story
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola denies telling his players to refrain from having sex after midnight.
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Brighton & Hove Albion 1-1 Aston Villa

Brighton & Hove Albion 1-1 Aston Villa
Glenn Murray scores his 10th goal this season as Brighton draw with Aston Villa to stretch their unbeaten league run to 11 games.
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Ko shoots course record in Florida

Ko shoots course record in Florida
World number one Lydia Ko shoots a course record to go four clear after the second round of the CME Group Tour Championship.
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