Wednesday, February 28, 2018

O'Sullivan through to Welsh Open last 32

O'Sullivan through to Welsh Open last 32
Ronnie O'Sullivan is safely through to the last 32 of the Welsh Open after beating Graeme Dott 4-0.
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Atletico Madrid 4-0 Leganes

Atletico Madrid 4-0 Leganes
Antoine Griezmann scores four goals, to add to a hat-trick at the weekend, as Atletico Madrid thrash Leganes for an eighth win in a row.
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England boss Jones 'abused' on train

England boss Jones 'abused' on train
England head coach Eddie Jones says he was physically and verbally abused on a train when he travelled back from Scotland on Sunday.
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Murray could return before grass season

Murray could return before grass season
Andy Murray is planning to return to the practice court next month and could be back in action before the grass-court season starts in June.
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Kenny helps GB to world silver on return

Kenny helps GB to world silver on return
Jason Kenny returns to a major competition to help Great Britain claim team sprint silver at the World Championships.
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Muir takes time off work for World Indoors

Muir takes time off work for World Indoors
Great Britain's Laura Muir says she had to ask for time off from the animal hospital she works at to compete at the World Indoor Championships.
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Tottenham Hotspur 6-1 Rochdale

Tottenham Hotspur 6-1 Rochdale
Tottenham reached the FA Cup quarter-finals by convincingly winning their replay against Rochdale in a game dominated by VAR controversies.
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PSG's Neymar to have surgery on foot

PSG's Neymar to have surgery on foot
Paris St-Germain forward Neymar will have surgery after suffering a fractured metatarsal and sprained ankle.
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Six races to watch at the World Indoors

Six races to watch at the World Indoors
Christian Coleman v Su Bingtian? Laura Muir v Genzebe Dibaba? British great Colin Jackson picks the races to watch at the weekend's World Indoors.
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VAR could put off Premier League viewers

VAR could put off Premier League viewers
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish says the Premier League could lose TV viewers if VAR is introduced next season.
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England have leadership issue - Jones

England have leadership issue - Jones
Head coach Eddie Jones admits England have an "ongoing leadership issue" following their defeat by Scotland in the Six Nations.
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Watch: Track Cycling World Championships - GB's Katie Archibald in action

Watch: Track Cycling World Championships - GB's Katie Archibald in action
The UCI Track Cycling World Championships - watch live coverage of day one from Apeldoorn.
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Hants sign South Africa batsman Amla

Hants sign South Africa batsman Amla
Hampshire sign South Africa batsman Hashim Amla as an overseas player for the first three months of the county season.
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Wilson cleared over Hughes incident

Wilson cleared over Hughes incident
Scotland forward Ryan Wilson escapes any sanction despite being found to have committed 'reckless' foul play against England.
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Alistair Brownlee out of series opener

Alistair Brownlee out of series opener
Alistair Brownlee withdraws from race one of the ITU World Triathlon Series, which will be televised live by the BBC.
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Kenny returns to help GB team qualify

Kenny returns to help GB team qualify
Laura Kenny helps Great Britain qualify second fastest in the team pursuit at the Track Cycling World Championships.
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Barclay - England win was great, but it's over

Barclay - England win was great, but it's over
Scotland captain John Barclay says their stirring win over England 'will mean a great deal more if we can back it up'.
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Quiz: Test your knowledge of goal droughts

Quiz: Test your knowledge of goal droughts
As Saido Berahino's run without a goal reaches two years, we look at others scoring droughts, including some Premier League greats.
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Stokes 'emotional' after England win

Stokes 'emotional' after England win
Ben Stokes says he was "emotional" after being named man of the match in his second game back for England.
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Para-athletes 'don't feel cared about'

Para-athletes 'don't feel cared about'
A quarter of Britain's Para-athletes do not feel cared about as a person, a British Athletics survey has found.
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Surfer who survived shark attack to retire

Surfer who survived shark attack to retire
Three-time world champion surfer Mick Fanning will retire in April - almost three years after being attacked by a shark.
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Russia's Olympic membership 'restored'

Russia's Olympic membership 'restored'
Russia's Olympic membership is restored following suspension from the Winter Games, the country's Olympic Committee says.
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Scotland & England cleared over tunnel clash

Scotland & England cleared over tunnel clash
Scotland and England will not face disciplinary action after their players clashed in the tunnel before Saturday's Six Nations match at Murrayfield.
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Wigan-Southampton tie live on BBC One

Wigan-Southampton tie live on BBC One
The FA Cup quarter-final between Wigan and Southampton will be broadcast live on BBC One on Sunday, 18 March.
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Police ' can cope' with fixture clash

Police ' can cope' with fixture clash
Police say they are satisfied they can cope with Liverpool playing at home just minutes after the start of the Grand National on 14 April.
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Keeping job is my last worry - Wenger

Keeping job is my last worry - Wenger
Arsene Wenger says keeping his job as Arsenal boss is his "last worry" after losing six of their 12 games in 2018.
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McIlroy ready for Masters putting test

McIlroy ready for Masters putting test
Rory McIlroy believes his putting is good enough to secure a first Masters title and complete a career Grand Slam.
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What Is the Perfect Color Worth?

What Is the Perfect Color Worth?
Inside the mysterious art — and big business — of color forecasting.
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A Painful Bruise Wouldn’t Heal. It Took Several Hospital Visits to Discover Why.

A Painful Bruise Wouldn’t Heal. It Took Several Hospital Visits to Discover Why.
It started when a paint can fell on the patient’s foot. But it got worse and worse from there.
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José Andrés Fights Starvation With Mayo

José Andrés Fights Starvation With Mayo
The Michelin-starred chef on his time in Puerto Rico after the hurricane and his legal issues with the Trump family.
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Letter of Recommendation: Celsius

Letter of Recommendation: Celsius
It’s less accurate than Fahrenheit, but that’s the key to its charm.
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Rutherford out of indoor championships

Rutherford out of indoor championships
British long jumper Greg Rutherford withdraws from the World Indoor Championships which start in Birmingham on Friday.
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Testing in Barcelona delayed by snow

Testing in Barcelona delayed by snow
The third day of pre-season testing is delayed because of snow at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Spain.
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Stokes hits half-century in England win

Stokes hits half-century in England win
Ben Stokes' 63 not out backs up an excellent fielding performance as England beat New Zealand to level the one-day series at 1-1.
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Norrie narrowly beaten by Thiem

Norrie narrowly beaten by Thiem
Britain's Cameron Norrie is beaten by Austrian world number six Dominic Thiem in the first round of ATP Mexican Open in Acapulco.
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Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Williams through as Murphy crashes out

Williams through as Murphy crashes out
Mark Williams safely saw off the challenge of Mark King to book his place in round two of the Welsh Open, but Shaun Murphy was knocked out.
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'So cold it hurts' - dealing with snow

'So cold it hurts' - dealing with snow
As snow wipes out matches across the UK, and with more to come, BBC Sport finds out how to deal with icy conditions.
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Greene 'in tears' as he hits Commonwealth target

Greene 'in tears' as he hits Commonwealth target
Welsh 400m hurdler Dai Greene books his place at the 2018 Commonwealth Games on Australia's Gold Coast.
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Injured Nadal pulls out of Mexican Open

Injured Nadal pulls out of Mexican Open
Rafael Nadal pulls out of the Mexican Open with a recurrence of the injury that saw him retire from January's Australian Open.
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Liverpool at home after Grand National

Liverpool at home after Grand National
City mayor Joe Anderson says it is "madness" to stage a Liverpool home match at almost the same time as the Grand National.
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Federer named World Sportsman of 2017

Federer named World Sportsman of 2017
Roger Federer wins the 2017 Laureus World Sportsman of the Year and Comeback of the Year awards in Monaco.
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WSL drugs testing must increase - Smith

WSL drugs testing must increase - Smith
Drugs testing in the new full-time Women's Super League "has to be in line" with the men's game, says ex-England player Sue Smith.
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Swansea City 2-0 Sheffield Wednesday

Swansea City 2-0 Sheffield Wednesday
Swansea City beat Sheffield Wednesday in their FA Cup fifth-round replay to set up a quarter-final tie with Tottenham or Rochdale.
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St Johnstone 1-4 Rangers

St Johnstone 1-4 Rangers
Rangers strike four past St Johnstone to narrow the gap on Premiership leaders Celtic to six points.
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Espanyol 1-0 Real Madrid

Espanyol 1-0 Real Madrid
Gerard Moreno scores an injury-time winner as Espanyol beat Real Madrid for the first time in over a decade.
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Top seed Dimitrov loses to wildcard

Top seed Dimitrov loses to wildcard
Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov loses in first round of Dubai Duty Free Championships to 117th ranked opponent Malek Jaziri.
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Tuesday's EFL action - Reading v Sheff Utd, Hull v Barnsley

Tuesday's EFL action - Reading v Sheff Utd, Hull v Barnsley
Follow live text commentary as Hull host Barnsley and Sheffield United travel to Reading in the EFL.
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FA Cup replay: Swansea City v Sheffield Wednesday

FA Cup replay: Swansea City v Sheffield Wednesday
Watch live on BBC One (from 20:00 GMT), listen on Radio 5 live plus text updates and analysis as Swansea host Sheffield Wednesday in their FA Cup fifth-round replay.
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Tuesday's Scottish football

Tuesday's Scottish football
Radio and text coverage as Rangers visit St Johnstone and Hearts take on Kilmarnock in the Scottish Premiership.
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Critics would love me to lose - Neville

Critics would love me to lose - Neville
New England women's boss Phil Neville says some people would like him lose all three games at the SheBelieves Cup.
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Espanyol v Real Madrid - Bale starts, Ronaldo rested

Espanyol v Real Madrid - Bale starts, Ronaldo rested
Follow live text commentary as Real Madrid visit Espanyol in La Liga looking for a sixth consecutive victory.
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Booth suspended for Westgarth comments

Booth suspended for Westgarth comments
British Boxing Board of Control suspends Tyan Booth's licence for his comments made following the death of Scott Westgarth.
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Vettel edges Bottas on day two in Spain

Vettel edges Bottas on day two in Spain
Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel finishes 0.303 seconds ahead of the Mercedes of Valtteri Bottas on day two of pre-season testing in Spain.
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England to play New Zealand in USA

England to play New Zealand in USA
England will play New Zealand in Colorado in June in the first of three meetings in the United States over the next three years.
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Kane can win trophies at Spurs - Poch

Kane can win trophies at Spurs - Poch
Mauricio Pochettino insists Harry Kane is happy at the club and does not have to leave to win trophies.
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Ireland suffer Farrell injury blow

Ireland suffer Farrell injury blow
Ireland centre Chris Farrell looks set to miss the remainder of the Six Nations after being injured in training on Tuesday.
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Conte is the 'best' option for Italy

Conte is the 'best' option for Italy
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is the "best" option to be the next Italy manager, according to Italian Football Federation official Alessandro Costacurta.
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Talks continue over February break

Talks continue over February break
Talks to introduce a winter break from February 2020 are continuing between The FA, EFL and Premier League.
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More questions for Crewe after ex-employee's pornography claims

More questions for Crewe after ex-employee's pornography claims
A former Crewe Alexandra employee claims he was asked by a senior club official to wipe pornography off the computer of then-manager Dario Gradi in 2001, the BBC has learned.
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England's Wood trains before second ODI

England's Wood trains before second ODI
England fast bowler Mark Wood trains before the second one-day international against New Zealand after missing the first ODI with an ankle injury.
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AkzoNobel win leg six of Volvo Ocean Race

AkzoNobel win leg six of Volvo Ocean Race
Team AkzoNobel from the Netherlands win leg six of the Volvo Ocean Race, from Hong Kong to Auckland.
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Wales prop Jones out of Six Nations

Wales prop Jones out of Six Nations
Wales prop Wyn Jones will miss his country's final two Six Nations games against Italy and France because of a hamstring injury.
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'Boxing gives more than it takes away'

'Boxing gives more than it takes away'
Curtis Woodhouse says the death of Scott Westgarth makes him "question the morality" of boxing, but he would never advise anyone to stop the sport.
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Hibs boss Lennon charged by Scottish FA

Hibs boss Lennon charged by Scottish FA
Hibernian head coach Neil Lennon faces charges of "misconduct" and criticism of officials following Saturday's draw at Kilmarnock.
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The GB amateurs set to take on the world

The GB amateurs set to take on the world
British amateur Charlie Tanfield defers his University degree to race for Great Britain at the 2018 World Track Cycling Championships.
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Tottenham seek White Hart Lane delay

Tottenham seek White Hart Lane delay
Tottenham are "likely" to request that their opening few Premier League games next season are played away from the redeveloped White Hart Lane.
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O'Reilly given four-year doping ban

O'Reilly given four-year doping ban
Irishman Michael O'Reilly is banned for four years for a failed drugs test on the eve of the Rio Olympics.
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GolfSixes event to include men & women

GolfSixes event to include men & women
Thomas Bjorn and Catriona Matthew will play in a mixed team in the European Tour's GolfSixes in May, which will also include all-female sides.
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How Tiny Red Dots Took Over Your Life

How Tiny Red Dots Took Over Your Life
Technologists are starting to fret that their creations are too addictive. They could start by doing something about the dots.
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How Much Is Anyone ‘Entitled’ To, in the End?

How Much Is Anyone ‘Entitled’ To, in the End?
You can be entitled to your opinion, compensation, a fair trial — or you could be a rude, entitled person. It all depends what we think you deserve.
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Usain Bolt to finally make Old Trafford debut

Usain Bolt to finally make Old Trafford debut
The Olympic sprinter will take on Robbie Williams's England team in the Soccer Aid charity match in June.
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Crewe 'sacked Bennell after parent clash'

Crewe 'sacked Bennell after parent clash'
Parents confronted the now convicted child abuser before he left for the US, one ex-player has said
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Monday, February 26, 2018

No drugs test for a quarter of EFL players

No drugs test for a quarter of EFL players
A quarter of players who appeared in the English Football League last season were not drugs tested by UK Anti-Doping.
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'I was only drug tested once in Premier League'

'I was only drug tested once in Premier League'
BBC Sport takes a look at drugs testing in English football, what players deal with, and what the game is up against.
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Snooker: Welsh Open Highlights

Snooker: Welsh Open Highlights
Ian Hunt introduces highlights from the day's matches at the Welsh Open.
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Neymar suffers fractured metatarsal

Neymar suffers fractured metatarsal
Paris St-Germain's Neymar is diagnosed with a fractured metatarsal after being carried off during Sunday's win over Marseille.
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Morgan brands Williams a 'bully'

Morgan brands Williams a 'bully'
Snooker player Darren Morgan has accused two-time world champion Mark Williams of being a "bully and "keyboard warrior," in a row over eligibility at the Welsh Open.
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'A sad, sad time for British boxing'

'A sad, sad time for British boxing'
Scott Westgarth's death is "so sad" for both his family and British boxing, says ex-world champion Anthony Crolla.
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Borussia Dortmund 1-1 FC Augsburg

Borussia Dortmund 1-1 FC Augsburg
Borussia Dortmund drop points as 25,000 fans boycott their televised draw with Augsburg.
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No case for Wenger to stay, says Wright

No case for Wenger to stay, says Wright
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright "could not make a case" for Arsene Wenger to remain as manager beyond the end of the season.
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Назад из прошлого: Путешествие в сердце России

Назад из прошлого: Путешествие в сердце России
На родине Толстого, Тургенева и Путина, какие сюжеты рассказывают нынче друг другу россияне?
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Whose Premier League goals count the most?

Whose Premier League goals count the most?
Which striker has earned his side the most points? Why West Brom still have hope of survival, and more Premier League stats.
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Final decisions hard to accept - Wilshere

Final decisions hard to accept - Wilshere
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere says it's "hard to accept" some refereeing decisions in Manchester City's Carabao Cup win at Wembley.
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Douvan & Altior could meet at Cheltenham

Douvan & Altior could meet at Cheltenham
The on-off meeting of racing heavyweights Douvan and Altior in the Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham may be back on.
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Pros take on 'mashed potato' brigade

Pros take on 'mashed potato' brigade
Justin Thomas is one of many pros fighting back against the loud-mouthed fans and their "mashed potato" shouts, writes Iain Carter.
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Sinckler and Daly join England squad

Sinckler and Daly join England squad
Kyle Sinckler and Elliot Daly are added to England's training squad as they prepares for the Six Nations game against France.
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US Open introduces two-hole play-off

US Open introduces two-hole play-off
US Open, US Women's Open, US Senior Open and US Senior Women's Open to have a two-hole play-off in the event of a tie.
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Cambridge have tallest ever Boat Race competitor

Cambridge have tallest ever Boat Race competitor
Thirty six athletes have been named - and weighed - for the blue riband event in the university sport calendar - the Boat Races
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Thirty 'neutrals' set for Paralympics

Thirty 'neutrals' set for Paralympics
Thirty athletes from Russia will be allowed to compete as "neutrals" at the Winter Paralympics, says the world governing body.
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Ex-footballers sentenced for fraud

Ex-footballers sentenced for fraud
Ex-footballers Mark Aizlewood and Paul Sugrue are jailed for their part in a £5m football apprenticeship fraud.
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ITF plans World Cup in Davis Cup revamp

ITF plans World Cup in Davis Cup revamp
An 18-nation World Cup of Tennis Finals is planned as the International Tennis Federation revamps the Davis Cup.
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No VAR in Champions League next season

No VAR in Champions League next season
VAR will not be used in next season's Champions League says the head of Uefa.
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Ricciardo fastest after Alonso spins out

Ricciardo fastest after Alonso spins out
Fernando Alonso and McLaren have a bad start to F1 pre-season testing as the Spaniard loses a wheel six laps into his running.
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Team GB hopeful's prosthetic leg stolen

Team GB hopeful's prosthetic leg stolen
Rosie Bancroft's prosthetic leg was in her car which was stolen during a burglary on Saturday night.
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Watch: Welsh Open Snooker

Watch: Welsh Open Snooker
Watch live BBC Sport coverage from the 2018 Welsh Open Snooker.
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Uefa rejects Jersey international bid

Uefa rejects Jersey international bid
Jersey's bid to become an international football nation is rejected after a vote at Uefa's annual congress in Bratislava.
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Groves to be fit in July after surgery

Groves to be fit in July after surgery
George Groves has surgery on his shoulder but hopes to fight in a delayed World Boxing Super Series final in July.
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Why Man City want the Champions League most of all - Shearer

Why Man City want the Champions League most of all - Shearer
Manchester City need to win the Champions League to turn an excellent season into an unbelievable one, says Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer.
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Celtic's Brown ends Scotland career

Celtic's Brown ends Scotland career
Celtic captain Scott Brown announces an end to his Scotland career for a second time after talks with new team boss Alex McLeish.
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Heaslip retires from playing career

Heaslip retires from playing career
Former Ireland captain Jamie Heaslip announces his retirement from his playing career.
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How Long Can John Kelly Hang On?

How Long Can John Kelly Hang On?
Last year, Democrats and Republicans alike agreed that if anyone could bring order to the Trump administration, it was the retired four-star Marine general. Were they wrong?
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More than 50,000 kick off FA People's Cup

More than 50,000 kick off FA People's Cup
The 2018 FA People's Cup kicked off this week with more than 50,000 players at 278 venues.
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Guardiola will continue to wear ribbon

Guardiola will continue to wear ribbon
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he will still wear the yellow ribbon that has led to him being charged by the Football Association.
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Westgarth dies after winning fight

Westgarth dies after winning fight
British boxer Scott Westgarth dies in hospital after falling ill following a points win in Doncaster on Saturday.
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Who has the best-looking F1 car?

Who has the best-looking F1 car?
The 2018 Formula 1 cars have been revealed but which is your favourite? Use our vote to let us know.
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Analysis: Why Lingard is Mourinho's biggest problem

Analysis: Why Lingard is Mourinho's biggest problem
Manchester United have lots of attacking options but Jesse Lingard is making it hard to leave him out, says Match of the Day 2 pundit Jermaine Jenas.
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Sunday, February 25, 2018

WBA stick with Pardew for Watford match

WBA stick with Pardew for Watford match
West Brom will stick with boss Alan Pardew for Saturday's trip to Watford, but there is serious concern about their position.
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Conte says top-four push 'won't be easy'

Conte says top-four push 'won't be easy'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says "it won't be easy" for his side to finish in the top four after a 2-1 loss at Man Utd.
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'Guardiola is visionary Wenger once was'

'Guardiola is visionary Wenger once was'
As Pep Guardiola celebrates his first trophy as Manchester City boss, Arsenal's Arsene Wenger sees the glories he once enjoyed retreat further into the distance.
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Stokes 'brilliant' on England return

Stokes 'brilliant' on England return
England captain Eoin Morgan praises Ben Stokes' bowling after the all-rounder returned to the side after five months out.
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Jonas wins fifth successive pro fight

Jonas wins fifth successive pro fight
Britain's Natasha Jonas is set for her first title fight in April, after winning her fifth successive professional bout.
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Garth Crooks' team of the week

Garth Crooks' team of the week
Which boss is losing it? Which striker's having a nightmare? And who would be handy if facing a team of vampires? Garth Crooks' team of the week reveals all.
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Widnes 23-6 Leeds

Widnes 23-6 Leeds
Krisnan Inu scores two tries, while Joe Mellor and Danny Walker also cross as Widnes beat Super League champions Leeds.
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O'Sullivan wins World Grand Prix title

O'Sullivan wins World Grand Prix title
Ronnie O'Sullivan claims a comfortable 10-3 victory over Ding Junhui to win the World Grand Prix in Preston.
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GB face must-win games after loss to Greece

GB face must-win games after loss to Greece
Britain's men must win their final two group games to qualify for the second phase of the Fiba World Cup after a 75-70 defeat by Greece.
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Watch: Today at the Games

Watch: Today at the Games
Watch highlights from the final day of the Winter Olympics in Today at the Games.
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Asher-Smith edged out in Glasgow final

Asher-Smith edged out in Glasgow final
Britain's Dina Asher-Smith is edged into second place in a top-class 60m at the Indoor Grand Prix in Glasgow.
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'Nasri set for six-month ban over drip'

'Nasri set for six-month ban over drip'
Samir Nasri is set to be been banned by Uefa for six months after receiving a drip treatment in Los Angeles in 2016, his lawyer says.
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Ireland 35-12 Wales

Ireland 35-12 Wales
Ireland women secure their second win of the Six Nations with a 35-12 bonus-point victory over Wales at Donnybrook.
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Listen: Widnes Vikings v Leeds Rhinos

Listen: Widnes Vikings v Leeds Rhinos
Widnes Vikings host Super League champions Leeds Rhinos - listen to BBC Radio Merseyside commentary.
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How a nation of 5.2 million topped the world

How a nation of 5.2 million topped the world
How taco nights, a 'no jerks' rule and team spirit helped Norway win a record number of medals at the 2018 Winter Olympics.
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Manchester United 2-1 Chelsea

Manchester United 2-1 Chelsea
Substitute Jesse Lingard scores the winner as Man Utd come from behind to beat Chelsea and move back into second in the Premier League.
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Aberdeen 0-2 Celtic

Aberdeen 0-2 Celtic
Moussa Dembele and Kieran Tierney score as Celtic win a 10th straight game against Aberdeen to restore their nine-point Premiership lead.
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Crystal Palace 0-1 Tottenham Hotspur

Crystal Palace 0-1 Tottenham Hotspur
Harry Kane's 88th-minute header snatches Tottenham all three points against relegation-threatened London rivals Crystal Palace.
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Scotland & England asked about clash

Scotland & England asked about clash
Scotland and England are asked by Six Nations organisers to explain a clash in the tunnel before Saturday's match at Murrayfield.
http://ift.tt/2sUkYYL

Carabao Cup final: Arsenal v Man City build-up

Carabao Cup final: Arsenal v Man City build-up
First silverware of the season - listen on BBC Radio 5 live, plus team news, images and analysis as we build up to Arsenal v Man City in the Carabao Cup final.
http://ift.tt/2CnmHd8

How Scots' aggression & ambition stunned England

How Scots' aggression & ambition stunned England
With John Barclay to the fore, Scotland "shook up world rugby" by beating England. Tom English asks whether they can do it again.
http://ift.tt/2sTUbvH

Watch: Challenge Cup third round - Coventry Bears v Distington

Watch: Challenge Cup third round - Coventry Bears v Distington
Third round Challenge Cup action as Coventry Bears face Distington - watch live BBC Sport coverage.
http://ift.tt/2EU10PF

GB winter sport going 'right direction'

GB winter sport going 'right direction'
British winter sport is "going in the right direction", says Team GB chef de mission Mike Hay as the Games in Pyeongchang close.
http://ift.tt/2EPI9cf

Cardiff City 1-0 Bristol City

Cardiff City 1-0 Bristol City
Cardiff City restored their four-point cushion in the Championship automatic promotion places as Kenneth Zohore's late strike sank rivals Bristol City.
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Watch: Glasgow Indoor Grand Prix

Watch: Glasgow Indoor Grand Prix
The biggest names in athletics head to Glasgow for the Indoor Grand Prix - watch live BBC Two coverage.
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Radio & text: Aberdeen v Celtic

Radio & text: Aberdeen v Celtic
Aberdeen take on leaders Celtic at Pittodrie in the final Scottish Premiership fixture of the weekend.
http://ift.tt/2HKlgoB

Nine unlikely stars of the Winter Olympics

Nine unlikely stars of the Winter Olympics
The big names lived up to the hype when their moment arrived, but what of the unexpected stars of Pyeongchang 2018?
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Korda wins comeback title in Thailand

Korda wins comeback title in Thailand
American Jessica Korda wins the LPGA Thailand after recovering from surgery that involved breaking her jaw in five places.
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Pepperell claims first European Tour win

Pepperell claims first European Tour win
England's Eddie Pepperell holds off compatriot Oliver Fisher to win the Qatar Masters and claim his first European Tour title.
http://ift.tt/2FuAHRb

Watch: Table Tennis Team World Cup finals

Watch: Table Tennis Team World Cup finals
The men's and women's finals of Table Tennis Team World Cup take place at at the Copper Box Arena in London - watch BBC Sport coverage.
http://ift.tt/2CI78IA

FA People’s Cup first round - including in-play clips

FA People’s Cup first round - including in-play clips
All the action from the first round of the FA People's Cup with in-play clips, the best of social media and live text commentary.
http://ift.tt/2HJUAEr

Norway top medal table after Bjorgen win

Norway top medal table after Bjorgen win
Norway top the medal table as Marit Bjorgen wins gold in the women's cross-country skiing 30km mass start, the final event of the Winter Olympics.
http://ift.tt/2sTxPuo

Saturday, February 24, 2018

Friedrich's Germany win bobsleigh gold

Friedrich's Germany win bobsleigh gold
Germany cruise to victory in the Winter Olympic four-man bobsleigh ahead of a tie for the silver medal.
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Sweden beat South Korea to curling gold

Sweden beat South Korea to curling gold
Sweden outclass hosts South Korea to regain the women's curling Winter Olympic title in Pyeongchang.
http://ift.tt/2ouHx0Q

Stokes makes 12 on England return

Stokes makes 12 on England return
Ben Stokes makes only 12 on his return to the England side after more than five months out, in the first ODI against New Zealand.
http://ift.tt/2GHQdIA

IOC board recommends lifting Russia ban

IOC board recommends lifting Russia ban
Russia should regain its Olympic status if there are no further doping violations at Pyeongchang 2018, the IOC executive board has recommended.
http://ift.tt/2EOoh9I

Watch Winter Olympics: Women's curling gold-medal match

Watch Winter Olympics: Women's curling gold-medal match
Watch live BBC TV coverage, clips and text updates with four gold medals to be won on the final day of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang.
http://ift.tt/2EQuuBV

Scotland have chance of title - Russell

Scotland have chance of title - Russell
Scotland can challenge for the Six Nations title if they maintain the standard they showed against England, believes Finn Russell.
http://ift.tt/2CIiAnD

Pardew hopes to change Baggies' fortunes

Pardew hopes to change Baggies' fortunes
West Brom manager Alan Pardew says any decision over his future is not in his hands following another defeat for the Premier League's bottom club.
http://ift.tt/2EQwES7

Stockdale plays down superb Irish start

Stockdale plays down superb Irish start
Jacob Stockdale refuses to get carried away as two tries in Ireland's 37-27 win over Wales continues a superb start to his international career.
http://ift.tt/2CHONLY

Late, late finish, amazing runs and a birthday brace

Late, late finish, amazing runs and a birthday brace
A late, late finish, a side who have gone from bottom to the play-off places and a birthday brace - BBC Sport looks at five things you may have missed in the EFL.
http://ift.tt/2GIqeRc

'England lost in black hole of Calcutta Cup'

'England lost in black hole of Calcutta Cup'
When the Scottish storm erupted from the blue skies of Edinburgh and the pressure weighed heavy, England had no reply, writes Tom Fordyce.
http://ift.tt/2ERkNTX

Arsenal v Manchester City

Arsenal v Manchester City
Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Carabao Cup game between Arsenal and Manchester City.
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Saturday's best Premier League stats

Saturday's best Premier League stats
The best Premier League stats as Liverpool put four past West Ham and West Brom lose again.
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Gemili wants to fill gap left by Farah

Gemili wants to fill gap left by Farah
Sprinter Adam Gemili says it is time he stepped up to fill the void left by Mo Farah in British track athletics.
http://ift.tt/2ChK8Vk

Watford 1-0 Everton

Watford 1-0 Everton
Watford captain Troy Deeney hits a late winner in a poor game as Everton's dire away form continues.
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Watch: Women's Six Nations - France v Italy

Watch: Women's Six Nations - France v Italy
France face Italy at the Stade Furiani - watch live BBC Sport coverage.
http://ift.tt/2HFnVjf

Watch Pro14: Scarlets v Ulster

Watch Pro14: Scarlets v Ulster
Coverage of Scarlets against Ulster in the Pro14 from Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli
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Scotland 25-13 England

Scotland 25-13 England
Centre Huw Jones scores two of Scotland's three tries at Murrayfield as they beat England for the first time since 2008.
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West Bromwich Albion 1-2 Huddersfield Town

West Bromwich Albion 1-2 Huddersfield Town
Bottom-of-the-table West Brom are booed off by their fans after they lose again to fellow strugglers Huddersfield at The Hawthorns.
http://ift.tt/2CHTyoF

Rangers 2-0 Heart of Midlothian

Rangers 2-0 Heart of Midlothian
Jamie Murphy and Russell Martin score to secure Rangers' win over Hearts and move the Ibrox side to within six points of leaders Celtic.
http://ift.tt/2BMQIls

Liverpool 4-1 West Ham United

Liverpool 4-1 West Ham United
Mohamed Salah scores for the sixth straight game as Liverpool climb into second place in the Premier League with an entertaining win over West Ham.
http://ift.tt/2ovmXgT

Ireland 37-27 Wales

Ireland 37-27 Wales
Ireland beat Wales 37-27 in a thrilling match in Dublin to make it three wins from three in the 2018 Six Nations Championship.
http://ift.tt/2F57luY

Saturday's Super League and Challenge Cup action

Saturday's Super League and Challenge Cup action
Castleford Tigers host Hull FC in the Super League and action in in the Challenge Cup third round - listen to BBC local radio commentary.
http://ift.tt/2GGVmk8

Leicester City 1-1 Stoke City

Leicester City 1-1 Stoke City
Jack Butland's calamitous error against Leicester costs Stoke two points in their fight against Premier League relegation.
http://ift.tt/2CglK6p

Stokes set for England return in NZ ODI

Stokes set for England return in NZ ODI
Ben Stokes is set to return to the England team for Sunday's one-day international against New Zealand after a five-month absence.
http://ift.tt/2F3cfIQ

GB miss out on curling bronze to Japan

GB miss out on curling bronze to Japan
Great Britain's women curlers lose 5-3 to Japan in the bronze-medal match at the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang.
http://ift.tt/2sOhDdZ

Scotland's Greatest XV - voted by you

Scotland's Greatest XV - voted by you
After much passionate debate your votes have been collated and we can reveal Scotland's Greatest XV. Did your favourites make it?
http://ift.tt/2GFtahA

WSL 1: Leaders Chelsea at Man City

WSL 1: Leaders Chelsea at Man City
Follow live text coverage as Manchester City Women face Chelsea Ladies in Women's Super League 1.
http://ift.tt/2otherO

Ex-rugby star charged with affray

Ex-rugby star charged with affray
Shane Williams will appear in court in March alongside five other men.
http://ift.tt/2sO9ztJ

Saturday's Scottish football

Saturday's Scottish football
Kilmarnock host Hibernian in the first of five Scottish Premiership fixtures on a busy Saturday afternoon.
http://ift.tt/2onAHuQ

Watch: Table Tennis Team World Cup semi-finals

Watch: Table Tennis Team World Cup semi-finals
The Table Tennis Team World Cup group reaches the semi-final stage at the Copper Box Arena in London - watch BBC Sport coverage.
http://ift.tt/2sNXkNN

FA People’s Cup first round

FA People’s Cup first round
Follow all the action from the first round of the FA People's Cup with the best of social media and live text commentary.
http://ift.tt/2F1MB7b

USA beat Sweden to men's curling gold

USA beat Sweden to men's curling gold
USA win gold in the men's curling after beating Sweden, while Canada miss out on a Winter Olympic medal in the event for the first time.
http://ift.tt/2ERRgFB

Russian athlete banned from Games

Russian athlete banned from Games
A second Russian athlete competing at the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang is punished after testing positive for a banned substance.
http://ift.tt/2F2ycHG

Canadian Olympian charged with car theft

Canadian Olympian charged with car theft
A Canadian athlete, his wife and manager have been charged with stealing a car at the Winter Olympics, South Korean police say.
http://ift.tt/2GG46ak

Rea takes fifth as Melandri wins opener

Rea takes fifth as Melandri wins opener
Triple World Superbike champion Jonathan Rea finishes fifth in the 2018 series opener at Phillip Island as Marco Melandri wins.
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Laverty quicker than Rea in practice

Laverty quicker than Rea in practice
Eugene Laverty places third in opening practice in Phillip Island as defending World Superbike champion Jonathan Rea is fifth fastest.
http://ift.tt/2ENr5nd

Friday, February 23, 2018

Morgan wins GB's record fifth medal

Morgan wins GB's record fifth medal
Billy Morgan wins bronze in the men's big air to secure Great Britain their highest medal tally in Winter Olympic history.
http://ift.tt/2CEuA9O

Watch Winter Olympics: Day 15

Watch Winter Olympics: Day 15
Watch BBC TV, highlights and text updates as GB's Billy Morgan competes in men's big air and the four-man bobsleigh begins on day 15 of the Winter Olympics.
http://ift.tt/2CHjII8

Dragons 12-25 Edinburgh

Dragons 12-25 Edinburgh
Edinburgh prove too strong for Dragons in the first Pro14 match to be staged at Ebbw Vale's Eugene Cross Park.
http://ift.tt/2sNCSfP

'Murrayfield crowd will inspire England'

'Murrayfield crowd will inspire England'
A hostile Murrayfield crowd this weekend will only serve to bring England's players closer together, says flanker Chris Robshaw.
http://ift.tt/2Fs8JFE

Warrington 16-10 Wigan

Warrington 16-10 Wigan
Fired-up Warrington deservedly end Wigan's winning start to the season at the Halliwell Jones Stadium.
http://ift.tt/2GEARVs

France 34-17 Italy

France 34-17 Italy
Mathieu Bastareaud impresses on his France return as the hosts pick up a comfortable Six Nations win at the Stade Velodrome.
http://ift.tt/2Cf6dUh

Seven-try England Women beat Scotland

Seven-try England Women beat Scotland
England Women score seven tries to beat Scotland and maintain their pursuit of a second consecutive Six Nations Grand Slam.
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England & Scotland to reignite oldest rivalry

England & Scotland to reignite oldest rivalry
England coach Eddie Jones accuses Scotland of gamesmanship as the teams prepare for Saturday's Six Nations clash and their 136th meeting.
http://ift.tt/2CFLm8k

Watch & listen: Livingston v Dundee Utd

Watch & listen: Livingston v Dundee Utd
BBC Alba and Radio Scotland coverage of the Scottish Championship meeting of Livingston and Dundee United.
http://ift.tt/2EPI8B7

Leicester v Chelsea tie live on BBC One

Leicester v Chelsea tie live on BBC One
The FA Cup quarter-final between Leicester and Chelsea will be broadcast live on BBC One on Sunday, 18 March.
http://ift.tt/2Cgni0k

GB lose World Cup qualifier in Israel

GB lose World Cup qualifier in Israel
Great Britain's men let slip a 10-point lead to lose 82-75 to Israel in their third World Cup qualifier in Tel Aviv.
http://ift.tt/2Cepl51

Guardiola charged for political ribbon

Guardiola charged for political ribbon
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has been charged for wearing a political message, specifically a yellow ribbon, in breach of the FA's kit and advertising regulations.
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Selby reaches World Grand Prix semis

Selby reaches World Grand Prix semis
World number one Mark Selby beats Michael White 5-2 to reach the World Grand Prix semi-finals in Preston.
http://ift.tt/2ENVtOy

Germany stun Canada to reach final

Germany stun Canada to reach final
Germany reach the men's ice hockey final at the Winter Olympics for the first time by ending Canada's reign in the semi-final.
http://ift.tt/2orAOVf

England's Clyburn leads in Australia

England's Clyburn leads in Australia
England's Holly Clyburn remains two shots clear of the field midway through the Australian Ladies Classic.
http://ift.tt/2F2bfEC

Gallacher and Pepperell second in Qatar

Gallacher and Pepperell second in Qatar
Scotland's Stephen Gallacher shoots a six-under-par 66 to move one shot off the lead at the Qatar Masters.
http://ift.tt/2ot7X2P

Police warn of 'more incidents' in football

Police warn of 'more incidents' in football
The police lead for football in England and Wales warns disorder may continue to rise at grounds, including pitch invasions.
http://ift.tt/2HHWmFU

Do Scotland have the self-belief to beat England?

Do Scotland have the self-belief to beat England?
Scotland have an epic task if they are to put a spanner in England's winning machine at Murrayfield, writes Tom English.
http://ift.tt/2Fn5Sxv

GB lose to Sweden in curling semi-final

GB lose to Sweden in curling semi-final
Great Britain's women curlers lose to Sweden in the Winter Olympic semi-finals and will play for a bronze medal on Saturday.
http://ift.tt/2osNYkV

Arsenal face AC Milan in Europa League

Arsenal face AC Milan in Europa League
Arsenal will play seven-time European champions AC Milan of Italy in the Europa League last 16.
http://ift.tt/2GFIc7g

I dream of Liverpool title win - Salah

I dream of Liverpool title win - Salah
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah talks to Football Focus about title ambitions, inspiring a nation and why there is more to come from him.
http://ift.tt/2BLzyVh

Europa League draw and latest football news

Europa League draw and latest football news
Arsenal find out who they will play in the Europa League last 16, Premier League news conferences, latest news, transfer rumours and social media.
http://ift.tt/2sPHJgr

'They get spat on, they get stoned in the street'

'They get spat on, they get stoned in the street'
Afghanistan women's coach Kelly Lindsey tells the BBC about the "unique" nature of a job which means all matches and training camps are held overseas.
http://ift.tt/2EWDHrH

Kempton Park housing plan 'unlikely'

Kempton Park housing plan 'unlikely'
Plans to replace Kempton Park racecourse - home of the King George VI Chase - with a housing development now look "unlikely".
http://ift.tt/2FnFvaI

Rowland to be Williams young driver

Rowland to be Williams young driver
Briton Oliver Rowland says he is "immensely proud" as he is named Williams young driver for 2018.
http://ift.tt/2GDagrF

Judge John Hodgman on Window Squirrels

Judge John Hodgman on Window Squirrels
Are they friend or foe?
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How to Take a Vow of Silence

How to Take a Vow of Silence
Give yourself four days, as a start. Smile (a lot) and wave.
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Poem: Baptism

Poem: Baptism
Selected by Terrance Hayes.
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The 2.11.18 Issue

The 2.11.18 Issue
Readers respond.
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Behind the Cover: 2.25.18

Behind the Cover: 2.25.18
In this issue, Google’s tangle with antitrust suits.
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Second Russian tests positive for doping

Second Russian tests positive for doping
A second Russian athlete competing at the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang tests positive for a banned substance.
http://ift.tt/2EOky83

Watch: Table Tennis Team World Cup

Watch: Table Tennis Team World Cup
The Table Tennis Team World Cup group stages and quarter-finals take place at the Copper Box Arena in London - watch BBC Sport coverage.
http://ift.tt/2ossxAt

Celtic lacked bravery & belief - Rodgers

Celtic lacked bravery & belief - Rodgers
Brendan Rodgers bemoans his Celtic side's negativity as Zenit St Petersburg ease into the Europa League last 16 win a 3-0 win.
http://ift.tt/2oqErej

Thursday, February 22, 2018

Serwa wins ski cross in Canada one-two

Serwa wins ski cross in Canada one-two
Kelsey Serwa claims gold in the women's ski cross at the Winter Olympics as part of a Canadian one-two in Pyeongchang.
http://ift.tt/2EMh9ua

Watch Winter Olympics: Day 14

Watch Winter Olympics: Day 14
Watch BBC TV, clips and text updates on day 14 of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, with women's figure skating and women's ski cross.
http://ift.tt/2CcIGmT

Officer dies in Bilbao v Spartak clashes

Officer dies in Bilbao v Spartak clashes
A police offer dies in clashes near the San Mames stadium before the Europa League tie between Athletic Bilbao and Spartak Moscow.
http://ift.tt/2BJDvKd

GB women's curlers 'loving' pressure

GB women's curlers 'loving' pressure
Skip Eve Muirhead says Great Britain's women's curlers "love playing under pressure" as they prepare for Friday's Winter Olympic semi-final.
http://ift.tt/2EWfhyt

Arsenal 1-2 Ostersunds (4-2 agg)

Arsenal 1-2 Ostersunds (4-2 agg)
Arsenal survive a scare to claim an aggregate victory over Swedish minnows Ostersunds and reach the last 16 of the Europa League.
http://ift.tt/2HGibpG

O'Sullivan makes four centuries in win

O'Sullivan makes four centuries in win
Ronnie O'Sullivan makes four centuries as he thrashes Xiao Guodong 5-0 in the quarter-finals of the World Grand Prix.
http://ift.tt/2sMo5SH

Zenit St Petersburg 3-0 Celtic (agg 3-1)

Zenit St Petersburg 3-0 Celtic (agg 3-1)
Celtic fall at the first hurdle of their Europa League campaign as Zenit St Petesrburg cruise to a 3-1 aggregate victory.
http://ift.tt/2EMNDVu

How much do you know about curling?

How much do you know about curling?
Take our quiz to see if you are a curling connoisseur or a sweeping simpleton...
http://ift.tt/2HFolWL

Jones wary of 'world-class' Russell

Jones wary of 'world-class' Russell
Scotland's Finn Russell is a "world-class" player who will have to be closely marked in Saturday's match says England boss Eddie Jones.
http://ift.tt/2FlA24i

Watch: Table Tennis Team World Cup - England men v Japan

Watch: Table Tennis Team World Cup - England men v Japan
England men take on Japan in The Table Tennis Team World Cup at the Copper Box Arena in London - watch BBC Sport coverage.
http://ift.tt/2CdeuYS

Semedo charged with attempted murder

Semedo charged with attempted murder
Villarreal defender Ruben Semedo appeared in court on Thursday charged with attempted murder.
http://ift.tt/2ELsKWz

Europa League - Zenit v Celtic

Europa League - Zenit v Celtic
Celtic take a 1-0 lead to Russia for the second leg of their Europa League last-32 tie against Zenit St Petersburg.
http://ift.tt/2CbtFSk

Short ready to sell Sunderland for free

Short ready to sell Sunderland for free
Sunderland owner Ellis Short is prepared to give the club away for free if a buyer will take on the club's substantial debt.
http://ift.tt/2Fn3xmp

Coach Van Hoof sacked by GB Gymnastics

Coach Van Hoof sacked by GB Gymnastics
Eddie van Hoof is sacked as men's head coach of British Gymnastics following an investigation into allegations of misconduct.
http://ift.tt/2oiuYq5

EFL transfer window to close earlier

EFL transfer window to close earlier
EFL clubs vote through proposals to shut the summer transfer window for permanent transfers on Thursday, 9 August at 17:00 BST.
http://ift.tt/2ELW679

England face Japan in Team World Cup group

England face Japan in Team World Cup group
England's men to face Japan and Egypt in the Team World Cup in London, while the women are drawn against Hong Kong and Singapore.
http://ift.tt/2FmYUIT

Select your combined Man Utd & Chelsea XI

Select your combined Man Utd & Chelsea XI
David de Gea or Thibaut Courtois? Paul Pogba or Cesc Fabregas? Pick your combined Man Utd and Chelsea XI.
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Ian Robertson's top five Calcutta Cup moments

Ian Robertson's top five Calcutta Cup moments
Retiring BBC rugby union commentator Ian Robertson reveals his top five Calcutta Cup moments before Saturday's match at Murrayfield.
http://ift.tt/2GAQJIy

Hamilton aiming to set new standards

Hamilton aiming to set new standards
Lewis Hamilton says he is aiming to set new standards in 2018 as he heads into the new Formula 1 season looking to add to his four titles.
http://ift.tt/2CCliLo

Henderson and Furlong miss Wales match

Henderson and Furlong miss Wales match
Ireland's Iain Henderson and Tadhg Furlong are ruled out of Saturday's Six Nations match against Wales through injury.
http://ift.tt/2CdmOHY

Keeper crisis after goalie hurt by cow

Keeper crisis after goalie hurt by cow
A Scottish Championship club faces a selection headache after the teenager is injured by the runaway animal.
http://ift.tt/2CCeKfX

Premier League news conferences

Premier League news conferences
Follow live updates of eight Premier League news conferences including injury updates and team news
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Christie's boyfriend wins gold

Christie's boyfriend wins gold
Shaolin Sandor Liu, the boyfriend of Great Britain's Elise Christie, helps Hungary win their first ever Winter Olympic gold medal.
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Olympic failures don't define me - Christie

Olympic failures don't define me - Christie
Britain's Elise Christie says her Winter Olympic failures do not "define" her and she will come back stronger at the next Games in Beijing.
http://ift.tt/2CeMdkR

Rooney chose 'pressure' of Everton return

Rooney chose 'pressure' of Everton return
Wayne Rooney says he chose to return to Everton because he relishes the pressure of being back at his boyhood club.
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Mercedes 'keep diva traits' in 2018 car

Mercedes 'keep diva traits' in 2018 car
Mercedes reveal the new car they hope will claim a record-equalling fifth consecutive world championship double this year.
http://ift.tt/2ohYXyp

How Our Beliefs Can Shape Our Waistlines

How Our Beliefs Can Shape Our Waistlines
Believing in your healthful habits is a healthful habit in itself.
http://ift.tt/2CCvW4P

Herrera injury could be bad - Mourinho

Herrera injury could be bad - Mourinho
Ander Herrera could have a "bad injury", says Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho after Wednesday's Champions League goalless draw at Sevilla.
http://ift.tt/2EXPPbK

No Time for a Breakfast Soufflé? Try a ‘Soufflazy’

No Time for a Breakfast Soufflé? Try a ‘Soufflazy’
Tricks for turning this notoriously difficult dish into an approachable delight.
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New Sentences: From ‘A Futile and Stupid Gesture’

New Sentences: From ‘A Futile and Stupid Gesture’
An attitude that feels thrilling in one era may well wind up feeling like everything wrong with the next.
http://ift.tt/2sPg3Zo

Good decision for Rashid & Hales - Moeen

Good decision for Rashid & Hales - Moeen
England all-rounder Moeen Ali says Adil Rashid and Alex Hales have made a "good decision" to focus solely on limited-overs cricket.
http://ift.tt/2HE9jkm

Barclay - 'Every team is beatable, including England'

Barclay - 'Every team is beatable, including England'
Scotland captain John Barclay says Saturday is not about revenge for his 'most miserable experience in rugby', but England are beatable.
http://ift.tt/2Fl37gn

Hughes returns for Calcutta Cup clash

Hughes returns for Calcutta Cup clash
Nathan Hughes replaces the injured Sam Simmonds at number eight in the only change to England's line-up to face Scotland on Saturday.
http://ift.tt/2BIKCT8

Boxer Evans retires citing 'worry and fear'

Boxer Evans retires citing 'worry and fear'
Boxer Dale Evans retires, saying his hunger for the sport has been replaced by "worry and fear".
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South Korea's accidental curling superstars

South Korea's accidental curling superstars
Few rated the Garlic Girls at first, but the team could win a medal and South Koreans are loving it.
http://ift.tt/2Fkqh6q

Russian curler loses medal over doping

Russian curler loses medal over doping
Russian curler Alexander Krushelnitsky has his Pyeongchang 2018 bronze medal taken away after he is found guilty of doping.
http://ift.tt/2Fng1Kw

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

GB miss out on men's curling semi-finals

GB miss out on men's curling semi-finals
Great Britain's men's curling team are out of the Winter Olympics after losing their tie-breaker against Switzerland.
http://ift.tt/2ooviD7

Gasser wins big air gold with last jump

Gasser wins big air gold with last jump
Austria's Anna Gasser produces the best score of the day with the last jump to snatch gold from Jamie Anderson in the women's big air final.
http://ift.tt/2ooQKYp

Watch Winter Olympics: Curling - GB men in tie-breaker for semi-final place

Watch Winter Olympics: Curling - GB men in tie-breaker for semi-final place
Great Britain's men's curlers face Switzerland in a tie-breaker for a semi-final place - follow live BBC TV coverage and text updates on Winter Olympics day 13.
http://ift.tt/2CdrePm

'Williams' kindness was contagious'

'Williams' kindness was contagious'
Doncaster Knights centre Will Owen pays tribute to team-mate Ian Williams, saying the prop's "charm and kindness were contagious".
http://ift.tt/2EI9j4R

O'Sullivan into World Grand Prix quarters

O'Sullivan into World Grand Prix quarters
Ronnie O'Sullivan is through to the quarter-finals of the World Grand Prix in Preston with a narrow win over Chinese teenager Yan Bingtao.
http://ift.tt/2HAjCpy

The Myth of the Hacker-Proof Voting Machine

The Myth of the Hacker-Proof Voting Machine
Election officials have insisted that machines can’t be remotely compromised because they’re not “connected to the Internet.” But security experts point out crucial ways in which they are.
http://ift.tt/2BHxkWU

Liverpool Ladies 3-1 Sunderland Ladies

Liverpool Ladies 3-1 Sunderland Ladies
Liverpool bounce back from successive WSL 1 defeats with a win over Sunderland in Casey Stoney's final game for the club.
http://ift.tt/2EKR7YA

When testing gets... testing

When testing gets... testing
Daniel Ricciardo's crash in the new Red bull at Silverstone reminds us of others who have had a prang, early doors.
http://ift.tt/2EKhYUz

Britain's Konta beaten in Dubai last 16

Britain's Konta beaten in Dubai last 16
Britain's Johanna Konta is out of the Dubai Duty Free Championships after losing to Russia's Daria Kasatkina in the last 16.
http://ift.tt/2ogAqd3

Firmino avoids FA punishment over clash

Firmino avoids FA punishment over clash
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino will avoid disciplinary action following his clash with Everton's Mason Holgate in the Reds' FA Cup win in January.
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Gerrard's Liverpool beat Butt's Man Utd

Gerrard's Liverpool beat Butt's Man Utd
Steven Gerrard and Nicky Butt were in opposing dugouts on Wednesday as Liverpool's U19s beat Man Utd's U19s in the Uefa Youth League.
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Sevilla v Manchester United

Sevilla v Manchester United
Paul Pogba is set to be left out of Manchester United's starting line-up for Wednesday night's last-16 Champions League tie at Sevilla.
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Castleford dismiss full-back Hardaker

Castleford dismiss full-back Hardaker
Castleford Tigers dismiss full-back Zak Hardaker after he tested positive for cocaine in the lead up to October's Super League Grand Final.
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Ricciardo crashes Red Bull in first test

Ricciardo crashes Red Bull in first test
Daniel Ricciardo crashes Red Bull's new 2018 Formula 1 car during its first test, it has emerged.
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‘I was emotionally drained’ – Sharp

‘I was emotionally drained’ – Sharp
Athlete Lynsey Sharp discusses boyfriend Andrew Butchart’s injury, and endless travelling, in her first BBC Scotland column.
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Dyer commended by strangers over abuse

Dyer commended by strangers over abuse
Kieron Dyer says strangers have stopped him to tell him how he has inspired them since revealing he was sexually abused.
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'He's like a vacuum, he sucks people in'

'He's like a vacuum, he sucks people in'
Jermaine Jenas believes Mousa Dembele is one of Europe's best midfielders who has outshone players like Paul Pogba and Nemanja Matic this season.
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Whitlock selected in England squad

Whitlock selected in England squad
Max Whitlock and Claudia Fragapane are selected to represent England at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
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'Britain spends too much on winter sports'

'Britain spends too much on winter sports'
Britain's sport funding bodies are spending too much on Winter Olympic events, says Eddie 'the Eagle' Edwards.
http://ift.tt/2sINwEz

Bellamy in talks to be new Oxford boss

Bellamy in talks to be new Oxford boss
Oxford United are in talks with Cardiff City youth coach and ex-Wales forward Craig Bellamy about becoming their new manager.
http://ift.tt/2oh7phr

Wigan release Nuuausala from contract

Wigan release Nuuausala from contract
Wigan Warriors' former New Zealand prop Frank-Paul Nuuausala is released from his contract with the Super League club.
http://ift.tt/2og5tG3

Finland's women claim ice hockey bronze

Finland's women claim ice hockey bronze
Finland's Riikka Valila becomes the oldest ice hockey medallist at the Winter Olympics - 20 years after she first won a medal.
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Scotland unchanged with Nel on bench

Scotland unchanged with Nel on bench
Scotland name an unchanged starting XV to face England on Saturday with WP Nel, Tim Swinson and Nick Grigg on the bench.
http://ift.tt/2om0SRV

Cavendish crashes out of Abu Dhabi Tour

Cavendish crashes out of Abu Dhabi Tour
Britain's Mark Cavendish pulls out of the Abu Dhabi Tour after falling on the shoulder he broke during last year's Tour de France.
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Bjorgen creates history as USA win gold

Bjorgen creates history as USA win gold
The United States win gold in the women's team sprint free as Norway's Marit Bjorgen becomes the most decorated Winter Olympian of all time
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Australia beat New Zealand in T20 final

Australia beat New Zealand in T20 final
Australia beat New Zealand by 19 runs under the DLS method to win the Trans-Tasman tri-series final in Auckland.
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Laurie Metcalf Was Hiding in Plain Sight

Laurie Metcalf Was Hiding in Plain Sight
From ‘Lady Bird’ to ‘Three Tall Women’ to a revival of ‘Roseanne,’ the 62-year-old actress is finally showing off the extent of her range.
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Can I Use My Dad’s Connections to Get an Internship?

Can I Use My Dad’s Connections to Get an Internship?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on reaping the benefits of nepotism and confronting an abusive man on the subway.
http://ift.tt/2Cb0w9M

Letter of Recommendation: Vivaldi’s ‘Winter’

Letter of Recommendation: Vivaldi’s ‘Winter’
Infinitely less popular than ‘Spring,’ but not without its charms.
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What Happens When Athletes Do the Sportswriting?

What Happens When Athletes Do the Sportswriting?
The Players’ Tribune, a pet project of Derek Jeter’s, allows the stars to tell their own stories. It’s occasionally great — but is it journalism?
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Rachel Morrison Wants More Women Behind the Camera

Rachel Morrison Wants More Women Behind the Camera
The cinematographer for “Mudbound” and “Black Panther” on the male-dominated profession.
http://ift.tt/2Gz1US1

Five changes for England v Scotland

Five changes for England v Scotland
England head coach Simon Middleton makes five changes to his starting XV for Friday's Women's Six Nations match against Scotland.
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New axis at centre of Ireland evolution

New axis at centre of Ireland evolution
Chris Farrell and Bundee Aki will form a new centre partnership against Wales as Ireland continue to evolve their playing style under Joe Schmidt.
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Sevilla plan to 'tie up' Sanchez

Sevilla plan to 'tie up' Sanchez
Sevilla boss Vincenzo Montella jokes his team may have to "tie up" Alexis Sanchez to stop the Manchester United forward in Wednesday's Champions League last-16 first-leg.
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Chelsea can do 'something incredible'

Chelsea can do 'something incredible'
Chelsea will "try to do something incredible" by knocking Barcelona out of the Champions League, says manager Antonio Conte.
http://ift.tt/2sERmyu

Champions League reaction & football gossip

Champions League reaction & football gossip
Reaction to Chelsea's Champions League draw with Barcelona, plus football debate, gossip and social media.
http://ift.tt/2ESTebN

Tuesday, February 20, 2018

GB women through to curling semi-finals

GB women through to curling semi-finals
Great Britain beat Canada 6-5 to secure a place in the women's curling semi-finals at the Winter Olympics.
http://ift.tt/2ESwkBj

Winter Olympics: Day 12

Winter Olympics: Day 12
It's day 12 of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea - watch BBC TV, listen to BBC radio coverage and follow in-play highlights, text and images.
http://ift.tt/2C9zoZ8

I almost died giving birth - Williams

I almost died giving birth - Williams
Former world number one Serena Williams says she almost died giving birth to her daughter in September last year.
http://ift.tt/2EJPLNt

Woods named USA Ryder Cup vice-captain

Woods named USA Ryder Cup vice-captain
Tiger Woods and Steve Stricker are named United States vice-captains for the 2018 Ryder Cup at Le Golf National in Paris.
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'You feel like you need to protect Elise'

'You feel like you need to protect Elise'
After speed skater Elise Christie crashed out of the Winter Olympics, those closest to her relive the emotions they went through.
http://ift.tt/2BFVf9b

Bayern Munich 5-0 Besiktas

Bayern Munich 5-0 Besiktas
Bayern Munich put five past 10-man Besiktas to equal their longest-ever winning run in their Champions League last-16 tie
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Haskell & Marler return to England squad

Haskell & Marler return to England squad
Flanker James Haskell and prop Joe Marler are included in England's 25-man squad for Saturday's Six Nations match against Scotland at Murrayfield.
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US athletics president put on leave

US athletics president put on leave
The United States Athletics Federation puts its president on "temporary administrative leave" amid an investigation into bids for athletics events.
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Chelsea v Barcelona

Chelsea v Barcelona
Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Chelsea and Barcelona.
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Aguero avoids punishment over altercation

Aguero avoids punishment over altercation
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero will not be punished by the Football Association following an altercation with a fan after Monday's FA Cup defeat by Wigan.
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Rutherford named in World Indoor squad

Rutherford named in World Indoor squad
Greg Rutherford is handed a host nation slot to compete in the British squad for next month's World Indoor Championships in Birmingham.
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Former racehorse trainer Barons dies

Former racehorse trainer Barons dies
Former trainer David Barons, who saddled the 1991 Grand National winner Seagram, has died at the age of 81.
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Doncaster player Williams, 27, dies

Doncaster player Williams, 27, dies
Doncaster Knights prop Ian Williams dies at the age of 27 after collapsing in training.
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Bobsleigh helps black women inspire

Bobsleigh helps black women inspire
As Nigeria and Jamaica make their women's bobsleigh debuts, it proves the winter sport where black women can inspire.
http://ift.tt/2BExNJz

West Ham charged over anti-doping breach

West Ham charged over anti-doping breach
West Ham are charged by the Football Association over a breach of anti-doping regulations.
http://ift.tt/2EFha3k

Petition call for skater 'bullies' ban

Petition call for skater 'bullies' ban
More than 350,000 people sign a petition calling for two South Korean speed skaters to be banned for "bullying" a team-mate.
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Criminal investigation into curler case

Criminal investigation into curler case
A criminal investigation has been opened into how Russian medal-winning curler Alexander Krushelnitsky tested positive for meldonium, says his team.
http://ift.tt/2odF6R3

What is going on at West Brom?

What is going on at West Brom?
On the back of a week they will want to forget and with relegation looming, BBC Sport's Simon Stone asks what has happened at West Brom?
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Holzken replaces Brahmer in Smith bout

Holzken replaces Brahmer in Smith bout
Callum Smith will fight Nieky Holzken in the World Boxing Series semi-final as Jurgen Brahmer withdraws owing to flu.
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Biggar at fly-half for Wales in Ireland

Biggar at fly-half for Wales in Ireland
Dan Biggar returns at fly-half for Wales against Ireland in a team showing three changes from the Six Nations defeat by England.
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Is this the greatest Olympic 'love story' ever told?

Is this the greatest Olympic 'love story' ever told?
Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir have won two Olympic titles and broken all records - but all anyone is asking is: "Are they going to kiss?"
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Neville names Asante in first England squad

Neville names Asante in first England squad
England women head coach Phil Neville names Chelsea's Anita Asante in his first squad for the SheBelieves Cup next month.
http://ift.tt/2C7AQv1

Disqualification ends Christie Olympics

Disqualification ends Christie Olympics
Briton Elise Christie's hopes of winning a medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics are over after she is disqualified in her 1,000m short track heat.
http://ift.tt/2Hu4RV4

Notts' Hales to give up red-ball cricket

Notts' Hales to give up red-ball cricket
Nottinghamshire's England opener Alex Hales is to follow Adil Rashid's lead and give up red-ball cricket.
http://ift.tt/2EDtHjx

Wigan's 2018 win better than cup final

Wigan's 2018 win better than cup final
Wigan's fifth-round win over Manchester City is a bigger shock than their 2013 FA Cup final victory, says Kevin Kilbane.
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Wigan to investigate pitch invasion

Wigan to investigate pitch invasion
Wigan chairman David Sharpe says the club will work with the FA and police as they review the pitch invasion after their 1-0 FA Cup win over Manchester City.
http://ift.tt/2EUC4dQ

Do Trump’s ‘Approval’ Numbers Tell Us About Him, or About Us?

Do Trump’s ‘Approval’ Numbers Tell Us About Him, or About Us?
No president has ever been so fixated on his poll results. And no president has ever had less reason to care about them.
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South Korea’s Most Dangerous Enemy: Demographics

South Korea’s Most Dangerous Enemy: Demographics
The countries of East Asia may need to overcome their ethno-nationalistic resistance to immigration if they want to remain economic powerhouses.
http://ift.tt/2EDquAv

The Elder Statesman of Latin American Literature — and a Writer of Our Moment

The Elder Statesman of Latin American Literature — and a Writer of Our Moment
Mario Vargas Llosa isn’t a household name among American readers. But at 81, he remains a literary and political colossus across the Spanish-speaking world, and his novels have never felt more relevant.
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The Case Against Google

The Case Against Google
Critics say the search giant is squelching competition before it begins. Should the government step in?
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Aguero in altercation with fan on pitch

Aguero in altercation with fan on pitch
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero is involved in an altercation with a supporter after Wigan's shock FA Cup fifth-round victory over his side.
http://ift.tt/2oe6DSb

Rivals drawn in National Village Cup

Rivals drawn in National Village Cup
Carew, who declared on 18-1 to deny Cresselly the Pembrokeshire League title last season, are drawn against their rivals in the National Village Cup.
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Vote for your favourite FA Cup goal of the fifth round

Vote for your favourite FA Cup goal of the fifth round
Watch our pick of the best goals from the FA Cup fifth round and vote for your favourite.
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Monday, February 19, 2018

Canada's Sharpe wins women's ski halfpipe

Canada's Sharpe wins women's ski halfpipe
Canada's Cassie Sharpe proves just too strong as she wins the women's ski halfpipe final in Pyeongchang.
http://ift.tt/2HrXVYC

GB men's curlers boost semi-final hopes

GB men's curlers boost semi-final hopes
Team GB's men's curlers move closer to a place in the Winter Olympics semi-finals after a one-sided 10-3 win over Norway.
http://ift.tt/2sEZ0cj

Watch Winter Olympics: GB men's curlers take on Norway

Watch Winter Olympics: GB men's curlers take on Norway
It's day 11 of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea - watch BBC TV, listen to BBC radio coverage and follow in-play highlights, text and images.
http://ift.tt/2C8lrug

When Olympic figure skating met whodunit

When Olympic figure skating met whodunit
The story of Tonya Harding and the attempted nobbling of rival Nancy Kerrigan is back to stalk Olympian ideals, writes Tom Fordyce.
http://ift.tt/2sGHXq9

Wigan Athletic 1-0 Manchester City

Wigan Athletic 1-0 Manchester City
Wigan Athletic end Manchester City's hopes of a Quadruple as Will Grigg's goal secures a famous FA Cup win.
http://ift.tt/2FglDXb

Is Watson on course for a third Masters?

Is Watson on course for a third Masters?
Bubba Watson's 10th PGA Tour title at the Genesis Open offers proof that he is back as a genuine force, writes Iain Carter.
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Ennis-Hill is a great support - Kenny

Ennis-Hill is a great support - Kenny
Four-time Olympic champion Laura Kenny says former heptathlete Jessica Ennis-Hill has been a "great support" after giving birth.
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Briton Konta reaches last 16 in Dubai

Briton Konta reaches last 16 in Dubai
Britain's Johanna Konta reaches the last 16 of the Dubai Duty Free Championships by beating Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova.
http://ift.tt/2HwlXSf

Ormerod to undergo further surgery

Ormerod to undergo further surgery
British snowboarder Katie Ormerod is to have further surgery on Monday on the fractured right heel which ruled her out of the Winter Olympics.
http://ift.tt/2ESS0NS

Faletau and Biggar fit for Wales

Faletau and Biggar fit for Wales
Taulupe Faletau and Dan Biggar join fellow Lions Leigh Halfpenny and Ross Moriarty in being fit to face Ireland on Saturday.
http://ift.tt/2Gt1M6t

Footballers told not to speak Basque

Footballers told not to speak Basque
A referee threatens to send off players if they speak Basque in a fifth-tier match, according to reports in Spain.
http://ift.tt/2Grj3wL

'Devil incarnate' Bennell jailed for 31 years

'Devil incarnate' Bennell jailed for 31 years
Ex-football coach Barry Bennell is sentenced for 50 counts of child sexual abuse.
http://ift.tt/2HuQMXl

Crash, Bang, OUCH! When winter sports stars take a tumble

Crash, Bang, OUCH! When winter sports stars take a tumble
BBC Sport has taken a look at some of the horrible "bumps and bruises" Winter Olympians have had to overcome.
http://ift.tt/2GqLoDA

Victims face Bennell 'monster' in court

Victims face Bennell 'monster' in court
Sentencing has begun of the convicted paedophile and former football coach at Liverpool Crown Court.
http://ift.tt/2o7Node

Iran wrestler banned for throwing match

Iran wrestler banned for throwing match
Iranian wrestler Alireza Karimi is banned for six months after deliberately losing to avoid facing an Israeli opponent.
http://ift.tt/2oi7OPL

'Chelsea should fear new-look Barcelona'

'Chelsea should fear new-look Barcelona'
What can Chelsea expect from Barcelona in their Champions League tie? BBC Spanish football writer Andy West takes a closer look.
http://ift.tt/2odBXk7

'I broke my neck but still won gold'

'I broke my neck but still won gold'
Why Great Britain's Elise Christie can take inspiration from the story of Australian gold medal winner Steven Bradbury.
http://ift.tt/2Ct8Ey9

Stoney retires from playing career

Stoney retires from playing career
Liverpool and England defender Casey Stoney ends her playing career but will join new England boss Phil Neville's backroom team.
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Briton Christie making 'good progress'

Briton Christie making 'good progress'
Britain's Elise Christie is making "good progress" in her bid to be fit for her final Winter Olympic medal chance.
http://ift.tt/2GpLwTG

Dale boss supports Alli over penalty

Dale boss supports Alli over penalty
Rochdale boss Keith Hill praises Tottenham's Dele Alli for winning a penalty that almost knocked his side out of the FA Cup.
http://ift.tt/2BzZSSl

Red Bull launch new RB14 car for 2018

Red Bull launch new RB14 car for 2018
Red Bull launched new RB14 car which they hope will return them to Formula 1 championship contention.
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Man City to face Sunderland in quarters

Man City to face Sunderland in quarters
The Women's FA Cup quarter-final draw pits holders Manchester City against Sunderland, while Liverpool host Chelsea.
http://ift.tt/2Ezyx5k

Bennett to continue as England coach

Bennett to continue as England coach
Wayne Bennett is reappointed as England head coach, but is only given a two-year deal with no guarantee he will lead the side in the 2021 World Cup.
http://ift.tt/2BD97RJ

The skier who brought his late brother with him to the Winter Olympics

The skier who brought his late brother with him to the Winter Olympics
"Team Lillis" hoped to one day watch all three brothers, Jonathon, 23, Chris, 19, and Mikey, 17, compete in the Olympic ariels competition.
http://ift.tt/2CaOHAC

Dress 'nightmare' for French ice dancer

Dress 'nightmare' for French ice dancer
French ice dancer Gabriella Papadakis endures her "worst nightmare" as her dress comes undone during a short dance routine.
http://ift.tt/2BBTLgh

Sunday, February 18, 2018

GB ice dancers Coomes & Buckland advance

GB ice dancers Coomes & Buckland advance
Great Britain's Penny Coomes and Nick Buckland safely progress to the final day of the ice dance competition.
http://ift.tt/2Gq66U9

Shiffrin partner sent home from Winters

Shiffrin partner sent home from Winters
Mikaela Shiffrin's boyfriend has been sent home from the Winter Olympics following angry comments made after his giant slalom race on Sunday.
http://ift.tt/2of4pRG

Russian curler subject of failed doping test

Russian curler subject of failed doping test
A Russian suspected of failing a doping test at the Winter Olympics is named as medal-winning curler Alexander Krushelnitsky.
http://ift.tt/2EAzEh9

Coleman breaks 60m indoor world record

Coleman breaks 60m indoor world record
American Christian Coleman breaks the 60m indoor world record, clocking 6.34 seconds at the US Indoor Championships in New Mexico.
http://ift.tt/2ECEWNh

Watch Winter Olympics: Brits in big air, halfpipe & ice dance action

Watch Winter Olympics: Brits in big air, halfpipe & ice dance action
It's day 10 of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea - watch BBC TV, listen to BBC radio coverage and follow in-play highlights, text and images.
http://ift.tt/2o9twGm

Brazilian game abandoned after 10 red cards

Brazilian game abandoned after 10 red cards
A Brazilian football match is abandoned after 10 players are sent off in the second half.
http://ift.tt/2FaQioF

Real Betis 3-5 Real Madrid

Real Betis 3-5 Real Madrid
Marco Asensio scores twice as Real Madrid beat Real Betis in a thrilling game to secure their third consecutive victory.
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Evans beats Waters to win British title

Evans beats Waters to win British title
Tesni Evans becomes the first Welsh player to win the British Squash Championship as she beat Alison Waters in the women's final.
http://ift.tt/2EzauzC

Inverness CT 3-2 Crusaders

Inverness CT 3-2 Crusaders
Inverness CT survive a red card and a late fight-back from Northern Irish league leaders Crusaders to reach the Challenge Cup final.
http://ift.tt/2EBcnzD

Real Betis v Real Madrid - Bale starts, Benzema benched

Real Betis v Real Madrid - Bale starts, Benzema benched
Real Madrid, now 20 points behind Barcelona, visit Real Betis in La Liga - follow live text commentary here.
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Holders Man City into FA Cup quarters

Holders Man City into FA Cup quarters
Holders Manchester City need extra-time to beat Birmingham City and reach the Women's FA Cup quarter-finals.
http://ift.tt/2Gm6SRK

Rochdale 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur

Rochdale 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur
Steve Davies' dramatic injury-time equaliser earns League One Rochdale an FA Cup fifth-round replay against Tottenham.
http://ift.tt/2ByiPF3

Kvitova wins Qatar Open title

Kvitova wins Qatar Open title
Petra Kvitova records her 13th consecutive victory by beating Garbine Muguruza to win the Qatar Open title in Doha.
http://ift.tt/2C5jKO5

Hawkeye apologises for wrong VAR image

Hawkeye apologises for wrong VAR image
The 'squiggly line' image shown by broadcasters was not used to disallow a Manchester United goal at Huddersfield, Hawkeye says.
http://ift.tt/2Fc9zpV

Watch: British National Squash Championships - Men's and Women's final

Watch: British National Squash Championships - Men's and Women's final
Watch BBC Sport coverage from the men's and women's final of the British National Squash Championships.
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Watch: Inverness CT v Crusaders

Watch: Inverness CT v Crusaders
BBC Alba coverage of Inverness Caledonian Thistle's Scottish Challenge Cup semi-final against Crusaders.
http://ift.tt/2GnfqYU

Federer beats Dimitrov to Rotterdam title

Federer beats Dimitrov to Rotterdam title
Roger Federer marks his impending return to the top of the world rankings by sweeping aside Grigor Dimitrov in the Rotterdam Open final.
http://ift.tt/2GoqpBk

Hamilton Academical 3-5 Rangers

Hamilton Academical 3-5 Rangers
Josh Windass scores a hat-trick as Rangers sweep Hamilton aside and climb back into second place on goal difference.
http://ift.tt/2o4xxfj

Vonn 'hurt' by anti-American accusations

Vonn 'hurt' by anti-American accusations
Lindsey Vonn says she is hurt by accusations she is anti-American because of her stance on US President Donald Trump.
http://ift.tt/2EAZgP4

Scotland add six players to squad

Scotland add six players to squad
Scotland call six players into their squad before Saturday's Six Nations match against England.
http://ift.tt/2Gq14GS

Who could win GB's record-breaking medal?

Who could win GB's record-breaking medal?
Great Britain need one more medal to reach their greatest tally at a Winter Olympics - but who could take them to that magic mark?
http://ift.tt/2sJD8wz

Wood beaten to Oman Open by Luiten

Wood beaten to Oman Open by Luiten
England's Chris Wood is beaten by two shots at the Oman Open as Dutchman Joost Luiten wins the tournament.
http://ift.tt/2EQS0Oc

Norwich City 1-1 Ipswich Town

Norwich City 1-1 Ipswich Town
A dramatic end to the East Anglian derby sees two late goals as Norwich and Ipswich ultimately draw in the Championship.
http://ift.tt/2BzNDoW

Listen: Chelsea v Doncaster Rovers Belles

Listen: Chelsea v Doncaster Rovers Belles
Chelsea host Doncaster Rovers Belles in the Women's FA Cup fifth round - listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra commentary.
http://ift.tt/2C55R2u

Scottish Premiership: Hamilton v Rangers

Scottish Premiership: Hamilton v Rangers
Hamilton Academical take on Rangers and Celtic host St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership.
http://ift.tt/2BAzEix

'T20 internationals should be scrapped'

'T20 internationals should be scrapped'
International teams should not play Twenty20 cricket, according to England coach Trevor Bayliss.
http://ift.tt/2EOpgFN

Russian suspected of failed doping test

Russian suspected of failed doping test
A Russian athlete is suspected of breaking anti-doping rules at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang.
http://ift.tt/2o80cjK

Watch: British Indoor Championships - Day two

Watch: British Indoor Championships - Day two
The British Indoor Championships take place in Birmingham - watch live BBC Sport coverage.
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Groves a doubt for Super Series final

Groves a doubt for Super Series final
George Groves' World Boxing Super Series final place is under threat because of an injury picked up against Chris Eubank Jr, says his trainer.
http://ift.tt/2o8BorT

'I felt like a boy in a man's world'

'I felt like a boy in a man's world'
Scotland prop Simon Berghan is ready for the challenge of facing England after admitting his debut Six Nations last year "overwhelmed" him.
http://ift.tt/2C79ogV

England win but NZ reach T20 final

England win but NZ reach T20 final
England are out of the Twenty20 tri-series despite a two-run win over New Zealand, who will face Australia in the final.
http://ift.tt/2o8d3lT

Christie has soft tissue damage after fall

Christie has soft tissue damage after fall
Briton Elise Christie suffers soft tissue damage from her fall in the 1500m short-track semi-final and her 1,000m race remains in doubt.
http://ift.tt/2odes9S

VAR needs to be perfect - Mourinho

VAR needs to be perfect - Mourinho
Jose Mourinho says VAR still needs some work after Manchester United had a goal ruled out in their FA Cup fifth-round win at Huddersfield.
http://ift.tt/2o7yHXn

GB beaten in controversial curling finish

GB beaten in controversial curling finish
Great Britain's women's curling team lose in controversial circumstances in an extra end against Sweden.
http://ift.tt/2sBGIsr

Saturday, February 17, 2018

GB's Woods narrowly misses out on medal

GB's Woods narrowly misses out on medal
Great Britain's James Woods narrowly misses out on a medal in the men's ski slopestyle as Norway's Oystein Braaten wins gold.
http://ift.tt/2FdqZ5A

GB women avoid Argentina whitewash

GB women avoid Argentina whitewash
Great Britain's women avoid a series whitewash against Argentina, but finish with a final Test defeat on Saturday.
http://ift.tt/2BAv2ca

Watch Winter Olympics: Six golds to be won on day nine

Watch Winter Olympics: Six golds to be won on day nine
It's day nine of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea - watch BBC TV, listen to BBC radio coverage and follow in-play highlights, text and images.
http://ift.tt/2EQAFVA

The inside story of Wigan’s FA Cup win

The inside story of Wigan’s FA Cup win
How Wigan shocked Manchester City to win the 2013 FA Cup final - as told by the players, coaches and backroom staff who were at Wembley - and what happened next.
http://ift.tt/2HpCgR1

Groves beats Eubank Jr to retain title

Groves beats Eubank Jr to retain title
George Groves retains his WBA super-middleweight title as a unanimous points win over Chris Eubank Jr takes him into the World Boxing Super Series final.
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George Groves v Chris Eubank Jr

George Groves v Chris Eubank Jr
Live text commentary from the World Boxing Super Series semi-final, as George Groves fights Chris Eubank Jr for the WBA super-middleweight world title.
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Kvitova shocks Wozniacki in Doha semis

Kvitova shocks Wozniacki in Doha semis
Petra Kvitova recovers from losing the first set to shock world number one Caroline Wozniacki and reach the Qatar Open final.
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Man Utd v Brighton in FA Cup last eight

Man Utd v Brighton in FA Cup last eight
Manchester United will play Brighton in in the FA Cup quarter-finals, a repeat of the 1983 final.
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Reigning champion Massaro loses to Evans

Reigning champion Massaro loses to Evans
Reigning champion Laura Massaro suffers defeat to Wales' Tesni Evans at the British Squash Championships in Manchester.
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Eibar 0-2 Barcelona

Eibar 0-2 Barcelona
Barcelona warm up for Tuesday's trip to Chelsea with a hard-fought win over Eibar to equal their best ever La Liga unbeaten run.
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Rutherford wins British title on return

Rutherford wins British title on return
Former Olympic long jump champion Greg Rutherford returns to action with victory at the British Indoor Championships in Birmingham.
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Hibernian 2-0 Aberdeen

Hibernian 2-0 Aberdeen
Hibernian boost their European qualification hopes after a dominant second-half against Aberdeen at a packed Easter Road.
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McKenna Cup final: Tyrone v Donegal

McKenna Cup final: Tyrone v Donegal
Video coverage of the McKenna Cup final between Tyrone and Donegal from Athletic Grounds, Armagh.
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Brighton & Hove Albion 3-1 Coventry City

Brighton & Hove Albion 3-1 Coventry City
Jurgen Locadia scores on his Brighton debut as they beat Coventry to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 1986.
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Northampton 25-17 London Irish

Northampton 25-17 London Irish
Northampton score three tries in just eight minutes to turn around a half-time deficit and beat London Irish.
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West Bromwich Albion 1-2 Southampton

West Bromwich Albion 1-2 Southampton
West Brom's troubled week continues as Southampton score in each half to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2005.
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Yala Enki beats Blaklion at Haydock

Yala Enki beats Blaklion at Haydock
Yala Enki beats Blaklion in the Grand National Trial Handicap at Haydock and Cue Card is beaten to second at Ascot.
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Eibar v Barcelona - visitors name strong side before Chelsea game

Eibar v Barcelona - visitors name strong side before Chelsea game
League leaders Barcelona travel to Eibar in La Liga looking to extend their seven-point advantage - follow live text coverage here.
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Ross County 1-1 Heart of Midlothian

Ross County 1-1 Heart of Midlothian
Jason Naismith strikes late to cancel out Kyle Lafferty's opener and secure a point for Ross County against Hearts.
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Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Swansea City

Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 Swansea City
Premier League strugglers Swansea face a third straight replay in the FA Cup after being held to a goalless draw at Sheffield Wednesday.
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Evans & Barry start after taxi incident

Evans & Barry start after taxi incident
Jonny Evans and Gareth Barry, two of four West Brom players interviewed by police in Barcelona, will start the FA Cup tie against Southampton.
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GB's Yarnold wins skeleton gold

GB's Yarnold wins skeleton gold
Great Britain's Lizzy Yarnold defends her Winter Olympic title with gold in the skeleton, as team-mate Laura Deas takes bronze.
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Watch: British National Squash Championships - Semi-finals

Watch: British National Squash Championships - Semi-finals
Watch BBC Sport coverage from the semi-finals stage of the British National Squash Championships.
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Huddersfield Town v Manchester United

Huddersfield Town v Manchester United
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's FA Cup game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United.
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Scottish Premiership: Ross County v Hearts

Scottish Premiership: Ross County v Hearts
Ross County meet Hearts at lunchtime in the first of four Scottish Premiership matches on Saturday.
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Watch: British Indoor Championships - Day one

Watch: British Indoor Championships - Day one
The British Indoor Championships take place in Birmingham - watch live BBC Sport coverage.
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Wigan & Hull FC beaten by NRL clubs

Wigan & Hull FC beaten by NRL clubs
Wigan Warriors and Hull FC conclude their tour of Australia with defeats by National Rugby League clubs in Sydney.
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England need comfortable win to qualify

England need comfortable win to qualify
England must beat New Zealand on Sunday and are likely to need to win by 20 runs, or with more than two overs to spare, to reach the tri-series final.
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Woods misses cut at Genesis Open

Woods misses cut at Genesis Open
Tiger Woods fails to make the cut at the Genesis Open after a five-over second round of 76, while Briton Graeme McDowell moves into the joint lead.
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The snowboarder who won skiing gold

The snowboarder who won skiing gold
Ester Ledecka's a snowboard world champion, but now she is a skiing gold medallist after a shock victory in the super G in Pyeongchang.
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Friday, February 16, 2018

Atkin wins GB's second bronze of Games

Atkin wins GB's second bronze of Games
Izzy Atkin wins bronze in the women's ski slopestyle to claim Great Britain's second medal of the Winter Olympics.
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GB women beat Denmark to earn third win

GB women beat Denmark to earn third win
Great Britain's women improve after a difficult first half to beat Denmark and stay on course for the semi-finals at the Winter Olympics.
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Olympics: GB women curlers in action

Olympics: GB women curlers in action
It's day eight of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea - watch BBC TV, listen to BBC radio coverage plus follow in-play highlights, text and images.
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Widnes Vikings 10-18 Warrington Wolves

Widnes Vikings 10-18 Warrington Wolves
Widnes' Chris Houston is placed on report after injuring referee Phil Bentham in a collision in their defeat by Warrington.
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Sale 3-13 Saracens

Sale 3-13 Saracens
Saracens move to the top of the Premiership as they win a tight match at mid-table Sale Sharks.
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Chelsea 4-0 Hull City

Chelsea 4-0 Hull City
Olivier Giroud scores his first Chelsea goal as they brush aside Hull City to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals.
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'Gold or not, you are leaving a legacy'

'Gold or not, you are leaving a legacy'
As Elise Christie prepares to return to the track at the Winter Olympics, we publish some of your messages of support.
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Leicester City 1-0 Sheffield United

Leicester City 1-0 Sheffield United
Jamie Vardy scores the only goal as Leicester reach the FA Cup quarter-finals with a hard-fought win over Sheffield United.
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'No evidence' for Young's racism claim

'No evidence' for Young's racism claim
American Ryan Harrison faces no action over a claim he directed a "racial slur" at compatriot Donald Young during the New York Open.
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Wozniacki through, injured Halep out

Wozniacki through, injured Halep out
Caroline Wozniacki reaches the Qatar Open semi-finals, but Simona Halep pulls out after winning in the quarter-finals.
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Federer becomes oldest world number one

Federer becomes oldest world number one
Roger Federer becomes the oldest world number one in tennis history after beating Robin Haase at the Rotterdam Open.
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Watch: Pro14 - Ulster v Edinburgh

Watch: Pro14 - Ulster v Edinburgh
Coverage of Ulster against Edinburgh in the Pro14 from the Kingspan Stadium, Belfast
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Watch Scrum V: Ospreys v Southern Kings

Watch Scrum V: Ospreys v Southern Kings
Ospreys host Southern Kings in the Pro14 at the Liberty Stadium - watch Scrum V coverage live on BBC Two Wales.
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Watch & listen: Glasgow v Cheetahs

Watch & listen: Glasgow v Cheetahs
BBC Alba and Radio Scotland coverage of the Pro14 match between Glasgow Warriors and Cheetahs.
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West Brom players apologise after taxi incident

West Brom players apologise after taxi incident
West Brom's Jonny Evans, Gareth Barry, Jake Livermore and Boaz Myhill apologise after allegedly stealing a taxi in Barcelona.
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Have the Winter Olympics thrown up a plot for Cool Runnings II?

Have the Winter Olympics thrown up a plot for Cool Runnings II?
Why the problems afflicting Jamaica's bobsleigh team echo, in part, the true story which inspired the Cool Runnings movie.
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Haskell wants to stay in England

Haskell wants to stay in England
James Haskell says he is prepared to turn down lucrative overseas offers in order to continue his England career through to the 2019 World Cup.
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British indoor athletics live on BBC

British indoor athletics live on BBC
Greg Rutherford and heptathlete Katarina Johnson-Thompson head the field at this weekend's British Athletics Indoor Championships.
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West Brom investigate Spain 'incident'

West Brom investigate Spain 'incident'
West Brom are investigating after four senior players were involved in an "incident" on their training trip to Spain this week.
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'Working class basketball is ignored'

'Working class basketball is ignored'
Funding bodies are ignoring basketball in favour of "obscure" sports that "aren't popular in working-class areas", says Temi Fagbenle.
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Pogba exit rumours are lies - Mourinho

Pogba exit rumours are lies - Mourinho
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says reports midfielder Paul Pogba regrets joining the club and could leave are "lies".
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New riders group will 'improve culture'

New riders group will 'improve culture'
British cycling takes steps to "break down the us versus them mentality" with a new riders' commission, says Para-track cyclist Pete Mitchell.
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Wozniacki complains about grunting

Wozniacki complains about grunting
World number one Caroline Wozniacki complains about the "disturbing" grunting from her opponent after her third-round win at the Qatar Open.
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Yarnold & Deas in skeleton contention

Yarnold & Deas in skeleton contention
Great Britain's Lizzy Yarnold is third at the halfway stage of the women's skeleton as she bids to retain her Olympic title.
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No hiding under Allardyce - Jagielka

No hiding under Allardyce - Jagielka
There is "no place to hide" in Everton manager Sam Allardyce's data-driven coaching set-up, says captain Phil Jagielka.
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Champion Matthew in Commonwealths squad

Champion Matthew in Commonwealths squad
England announce their squash squad for the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast in Australia.
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'I'm fortunate to get Scotland job again'

'I'm fortunate to get Scotland job again'
Alex McLeish admits he is "incredibly fortunate" to be given a second opportunity to manage Scotland.
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Ten things you didn't know about Dom Parsons

Ten things you didn't know about Dom Parsons
Dom Parsons won Great Britain's first medal of the 2018 Winter Olympics - but did you know he also makes sleds as well as racing on them?
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Howe wins manager of the month award

Howe wins manager of the month award
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe is named Premier League manager of the month for January after an unbeaten four-match run.
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Watch: British National Squash Championships - Quarter-finals

Watch: British National Squash Championships - Quarter-finals
Watch BBC Sport coverage from the quarter-finals stage of the British National Squash Championships.
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Topless Tongan skier avoids last place

Topless Tongan skier avoids last place
Tonga's topless star Pita Taufatofua achieves his Olympic aims - and does not finish last in the men's 15km cross country skiing.
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Melbourne Storm 38-4 Leeds Rhinos

Melbourne Storm 38-4 Leeds Rhinos
Leeds Rhinos miss out on a record-equalling fourth World Club Challenge win, losing 38-4 to Melbourne Storm in Australia.
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Alex McLeish to be appointed Scotland manager

Alex McLeish to be appointed Scotland manager
Live text coverage as Alex McLeish addresses the media on his return for a second spell in charge of the national side.
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Barnsley appoint Morais as boss

Barnsley appoint Morais as boss
Championship side Barnsley appoint Portuguese Jose Morais as their new head coach on an 18-month deal.
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GB's first Para-Nordic skier in 20 years

GB's first Para-Nordic skier in 20 years
Britain to have a Nordic skier at the Winter Paralympics for the first time in 20 years, Mr T is a fan of curling, the professional boxer with three jobs, plus more.
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Australia beat Kiwis with record chase

Australia beat Kiwis with record chase
Australia score the highest run chase in international Twenty20 history as they beat New Zealand with seven balls remaining.
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How to Forgive

How to Forgive
Make sure forgiveness is called for. Get the perpetrator to admit responsibility.
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Judge John Hodgman on the Epistemological Terror of James Bond Films

Judge John Hodgman on the Epistemological Terror of James Bond Films
In what sense can we be certain that Sean Connery ever even existed?
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The 2.4.18 Issue

The 2.4.18 Issue
Readers respond.
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New Sentences: From ‘After Kathy Acker,’ by Chris Kraus

New Sentences: From ‘After Kathy Acker,’ by Chris Kraus
What are we leaving out when we encourage one another to speak rationally, objectively and impersonally?
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Poem: FOR IAN SULLIVAN UPON JOINING THE EASTSIDE WHITE PRIDE

Poem: FOR IAN SULLIVAN UPON JOINING THE EASTSIDE WHITE PRIDE
Selected by Terrance Hayes.
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Behind the Cover: 2.18.18

Behind the Cover: 2.18.18
In this issue, Karl Knausgaard in the heart of Russia.
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Musgrave 28th as Cologna makes history

Musgrave 28th as Cologna makes history
Britain's Andrew Musgrave struggles as Switzerland's Dario Cologna wins a third successive Winter Olympics gold in the 15km cross country skiing.
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Groves v Eubank Jr - who has the edge?

Groves v Eubank Jr - who has the edge?
Why does Chris Eubank Jr think he has an edge over George Groves, why is the champion not the favourite and who do other pros feel will win on Saturday?
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Beer producer 'donates' sled to Jamaica

Beer producer 'donates' sled to Jamaica
The Jamaican women's bobsleigh team are expected to compete at Pyeongchang 2018 in a sled "donated" by a beer producer.
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Pogba rumours and FA Cup weekend build-up

Pogba rumours and FA Cup weekend build-up
Reaction to Thursday's Europa League matches, FA Cup fifth round build-up, transfer rumours and the best of social media.
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Plunkett out of England T20s and ODIs

Plunkett out of England T20s and ODIs
Liam Plunkett misses the remainder of England's Twenty20 tri-series with New Zealand and Australia with a hamstring injury.
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Thursday, February 15, 2018

GB's Parsons wins skeleton bronze

GB's Parsons wins skeleton bronze
Dom Parsons claims Great Britain's first medal of 2018 Winter Olympics with bronze in the men's skeleton.
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GB's Parsons into bronze before final run

GB's Parsons into bronze before final run
Dom Parsons will start the final run of the skeleton in bronze medal position, bidding to win Great Britain's first medal in Pyeongchang.
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Watch Winter Olympics: Can Parsons win GB's first medal?

Watch Winter Olympics: Can Parsons win GB's first medal?
It is day seven of the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang - watch BBC TV, listen to BBC radio coverage and follow in-play highlights, text and images.
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Federer one win from being oldest No.1

Federer one win from being oldest No.1
Roger Federer says he "never imagined" he would be world number one again as he moves to within one victory of being the oldest man to achieve that feat.
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FA Cup fifth-round predictions - Lawro v Tekkerz Kid

FA Cup fifth-round predictions - Lawro v Tekkerz Kid
BBC Sport football expert Mark Lawrenson and YouTube star Tekkerz Kid predict the outcome of this weekend's fifth-round FA Cup ties.
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What next for football's abuse investigations?

What next for football's abuse investigations?
Barry Bennell's conviction for child sex offences was described as "justice served" by one of his victims - but where next for investigations into the sport's wider problem with abuse?
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Inexperienced drivers can deliver - Williams

Inexperienced drivers can deliver - Williams
Williams say they have no concerns that their inexperienced driver line-up will affect their performance in 2018 as they unveil their new car.
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Hull KR 23-4 Catalans Dragons

Hull KR 23-4 Catalans Dragons
Hull KR secure a first victory since their return to Super League as they beat Catalans Dragons.
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Kerber sees off Konta in Qatar Open

Kerber sees off Konta in Qatar Open
Britain's Johanna Konta loses in three sets to former world number one Angelique Kerber at the Qatar Open in Doha.
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When Winter Olympic commentators slip up...

When Winter Olympic commentators slip up...
Live sports commentators are often one hasty remark away from totally sticking their foot in it, and we have seen one or two instances of this during these Winter Games
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Ostersunds FK 0-3 Arsenal

Ostersunds FK 0-3 Arsenal
Arsenal as good as guarantee their place in the last 16 of the Europa League with a comfortable away win over Swedish side Ostersunds FK.
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Europa League: Celtic v Zenit

Europa League: Celtic v Zenit
Radio and text coverage of Scottish champions Celtic's Europa League last-32 first leg against Zenit St Petersburg.
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I've never felt pain like it - Ormerod on broken heel

I've never felt pain like it - Ormerod on broken heel
British snowboarder Katie Ormerod describes the 'excruciating pain' after she broke her heel and how messages from unlikely supporters have helped her recovery.
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McLeish to be Scotland manager again

McLeish to be Scotland manager again
Alex McLeish will return to the Scotland manager's job on a deal until 2020.
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Froome seventh after Ruta del Sol stage two

Froome seventh after Ruta del Sol stage two
Chris Froome finishes seventh on stage two of the Ruta del Sol and stays seventh overall, as his Team Sky team-mate Wout Poels wins the stage.
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'Newcastle does not feel like huge club'

'Newcastle does not feel like huge club'
Newcastle United "does not feel like" a huge club anymore, says the club's former midfielder Rob Lee.
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IOC's Pengilly sent home from Pyeongchang

IOC's Pengilly sent home from Pyeongchang
British official Adam Pengilly is sent home from the 2018 Winter Olympics with "immediate effect" after an incident with a security officer.
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Celtic v Zenit St Petersburg

Celtic v Zenit St Petersburg
Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League last 32 first leg between Celtic and Zenit St Petersburg.
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One positive test in 2016-17 season

One positive test in 2016-17 season
The Rugby Football Union insists it is running a "comprehensive" anti-doping programme after 2016-17 drug test results revealed.
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Crewe 'brushed scandal under carpet'

Crewe 'brushed scandal under carpet'
The Barry Bennell scandal was "brushed under the carpet" by Crewe Alexandra, says barrister Lord Carlile, who prosecuted the serial paedophile in 1998.
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Rashid to take break from red-ball cricket

Rashid to take break from red-ball cricket
England all-rounder Adil Rashid will only play white-ball cricket for Yorkshire during the 2018 season.
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Man stole £5m from wife to buy Pompey

Man stole £5m from wife to buy Pompey
Sulaiman Al Fahim is sentenced to five years in a United Arab Emirates jail for stealing £5m from his wife to buy Portsmouth.
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Barry Bennell guilty of further sex abuse

Barry Bennell guilty of further sex abuse
Ex-football coach Barry Bennell found guilty at Liverpool Crown Court of three further sex offences against boys
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Levein 'embarrassed' by Goncalves abuse

Levein 'embarrassed' by Goncalves abuse
Hearts manager Craig Levein says he feels "embarrassed" that former striker Isma Goncalves did not confide in him regarding alleged racist abuse by fans.
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Sport Relief's Savage 12-hour five-a-side challenge is coming

Sport Relief's Savage 12-hour five-a-side challenge is coming
Eight celebrities led by captain Robbie Savage will play five-a-side football for 12 straight hours to raise money and awareness for Sport Relief.
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A Chef’s Dream to Restore an Ancient West African Grain

A Chef’s Dream to Restore an Ancient West African Grain
For the Senegalese-American chef Pierre Thiam, a meal with fonio tastes of both past and future.
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Evoking What Can’t Be Seen

Evoking What Can’t Be Seen
Lorna Simpson’s work with photographs and other media is a masterclass in layering
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'Every race I want to quit, but I won't'

'Every race I want to quit, but I won't'
Tongan Pita Taufatofua competes in the 15km cross-country ski race, but expects his sister to be the only one left when he finishes.
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Britain's Christie 'fearless' despite fall

Britain's Christie 'fearless' despite fall
British speed skater Elise Christie says she will "still be racing fearless" at the Winter Olympics, despite falling in the 500m short-track final.
http://ift.tt/2EulvWT

Mane nets hat-trick in Liverpool win as Ronaldo joins 100 club

Mane nets hat-trick in Liverpool win as Ronaldo joins 100 club
Liverpool equal biggest Champions League knockout win away from home, as Cristiano Ronaldo hits a century of goals in the competition.
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Wednesday, February 14, 2018

GB women beaten by US in curling

GB women beaten by US in curling
Great Britain's women's team lose 7-4 to the United States in the second match of their Olympic campaign.
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From illegal immigrant to Olympian

From illegal immigrant to Olympian
Akwasi Frimpong is Ghana's second Olympian in history - and his story will make you realise why his dream is so poignant.
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Danson scores 50th goal in GB defeat

Danson scores 50th goal in GB defeat
Alex Danson reaches the milestone of 50 goals for Great Britain as her side falls to a 5-2 defeat against Argentina in Rosario.
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Watch Winter Olympics: Curling, skiing & skeleton

Watch Winter Olympics: Curling, skiing & skeleton
Live BBC TV and Red Button coverage, text updates and the best of social media as eight gold medals are decided in Pyeongchang.
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101 and counting - Ronaldo's remarkable Champions League record

101 and counting - Ronaldo's remarkable Champions League record
Cristiano Ronaldo enters an exclusive club after scoring his 100th and 101st Champions League goals for Real Madrid.
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England could play Qatar after FA deal

England could play Qatar after FA deal
The Football Association signs a "knowledge-sharing" deal with the 2022 World Cup hosts - which could lead to a friendly match.
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GB women close in on Eurobasket finals

GB women close in on Eurobasket finals
Great Britain claim victory in a Eurobasket qualifier in Israel after Temi Fagbenele claims 21 points.
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FC Porto 0-5 Liverpool

FC Porto 0-5 Liverpool
Liverpool take a major step towards the Champions League quarter-finals with a last-16 first-leg thrashing of Porto in Portugal.
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Real Madrid 3-1 Paris St-Germain

Real Madrid 3-1 Paris St-Germain
Cristiano Ronaldo's brace gives Real Madrid a first-leg Champions League lead after fighting back to beat Paris St-Germain.
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Froome returns to racing after adverse test

Froome returns to racing after adverse test
Britain's Chris Froome is centre of attention at the Ruta del Sol in Spain - his first race since his adverse drugs test was made public.
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Test grounds for 2023 Ashes named

Test grounds for 2023 Ashes named
The 2023 Ashes Tests are awarded to the same five grounds as in 2019, the England and Wales Cricket Board confirms.
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Konta through to last 16 of Qatar Open

Konta through to last 16 of Qatar Open
Great Britain's Johanna Konta reaches the last 16 of the Qatar Open with a 6-2 6-2 victory over Spain's Carla Suarez Navarro in Doha.
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Groves could retire if he loses - Eubank

Groves could retire if he loses - Eubank
Chris Eubank Jr claims George Groves could contemplate retirement if he loses his WBA world super-middleweight title at Manchester Arena on Saturday.
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Haas unveil F1 car for 2018 season

Haas unveil F1 car for 2018 season
American outfit Haas are the first team to release images of their 2018 Formula 1 car.
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Scotland's Denton to join Leicester

Scotland's Denton to join Leicester
Leicester Tigers sign Worcester Warriors and Scotland back row forward David Denton for the 2018-19 season.
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Tom Daley announces baby news

Tom Daley announces baby news
The British Olympic diver and his husband Dustin Lance Black shared the news on social media.
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Jamaican women bobsleigh debut in doubt

Jamaican women bobsleigh debut in doubt
The Jamaican women's Olympic bobsleigh debut is under threat after a coach quits and threatens to withdraw use of the team's sled.
http://ift.tt/2BYSsJo

Adverse test won't affect Tour - Froome

Adverse test won't affect Tour - Froome
Chris Froome is prepared to race the Giro d'Italia and Tour de France even if the investigation into his adverse drugs test is unresolved.
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Is the 40-point mark a myth?

Is the 40-point mark a myth?
The 40-point mark - it's the magic number that supposedly guarantees Premier League survival, but is it true?
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