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Scheffler insists he doesn't need McIlroy rivalry to stay motivated

Scottie Scheffler shut down any talk of an on-course rivalry between himself and Rory McIlroy ahead of the PGA Championship, insisting that trying to beat the world No 2 did not motivate him.

Eagles to play in London during 2026 NFL season

The Philadelphia Eagles will play in London as part of a record slate of international games during the 2026 NFL season.

Confident Swiatek rediscovers ruthless best in Rome

Four-time French Open champion Iga Swiatek produces another statement win to reach the Rome semi-finals - and is finding her form just in time for Roland Garros.

England calls for Robinson, Gay, Rew & Baker

England end Ollie Robinson’s two-year international exile and call up uncapped trio Emilio Gay, James Rew and Sonny Baker for the first Test against New Zealand.

Ted Lasso star signs professional deal with American side

Ulster centre McCloskey out 'for a number of weeks'

Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey looks certain to miss the European Challenge Cup final after it was confirmed a hamstring injury is expected to rule him out "for a number of weeks".

Ulster confirm McCloskey out 'for a number of weeks'

Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey will miss the Champions Cup final with Montpellier after it was confirmed a hamstring injury is expected to rule him out "for a number of weeks".

Molineux fit; Brown out but Hamilton and Harris in for T20 World Cup

The 19-year-old Lucy Hamilton has been included in the 15 at the expense of Darcie Brown after playing just one T20I, with Grace Harris also returning to the squad

McKibbin has no LIV regrets despite funding shock

Tom McKibbin insists he has "no regrets" about joining LIV Golf even as the tour faces major financial uncertainty following the announcement that Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) will withdraw its funding at the end of the year.

McKibbin has no LIV regrets despite funding 'shock'

Tom McKibbin insists he has "no regrets" about joining LIV Golf even as the tour faces major financial uncertainty following the announcement that Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) will withdraw its funding at the end of the year.

Iga Swiatek sweeps past Jessica Pegula and into Italian Open semi-finals

World No 3 shows her class in emphatic 6-1, 6-2 winRaducanu to make comeback from illness in StrasbourgIga Swiatek gave another indication she may be back to her best with a 6-1, 6-2 win against Jessica Pegula on Wednesday and breezing into the Italian Open semi-finals. A three-time champion in Rome...

Man Utd chiefs to recommend Carrick for permanent job

Michael Carrick is expected to be recommended to Sir Jim Ratcliffe as the permanent boss of Manchester United by the club's senior executives.

Might a former Celtic hero help Haiti surprise Scotland?

The Haitians, thanks to some savvy scouts and persuasive agents, are putting together a team which hopes to shock Scotland in their opening World Cup game.

Women's ODI wrecked by rain as England retain series lead

England vs New Zealand abandoned after persistent rain LIVE!

Rain returns as England vs New Zealand reduced to 32 overs a side LIVE!

England to bat first in 32-over-a-side second ODI vs New Zealand LIVE!

England vs New Zealand second ODI cut to 32 overs a side after rain LIVE!

Have YOUR SAY say on England men's Test squad LIVE!

Have your say on England men's Test squad LIVE!

Rain delays England's second ODI vs New Zealand in Northampton LIVE!

Rain delays toss as England play New Zealand in second women's ODI LIVE!

England play New Zealand in second women's ODI LIVE!

England v New Zealand: second women’s cricket ODI delayed by rain – live

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