Today so far 2026-09-17 · 12:00 UTC

The 2029 Winter Olympics will be held across two countries as venues have been confirmed, marking a significant shift in how the Games will be hosted. In football, Gray was sacked by Hibs after just six league games, while there are broader concerns about VAR decision-making being rushed under pressure, as evidenced by a controversial derby review. Elsewhere in sports, Charlotte has been selected to host the WTA Finals from 2027, and there are ongoing questions about high-profile talent such as Chelsea's Kendry Paez and Manchester United's Gabriel.

Richardson unfazed by any Australia animosity over Team GB switch

Cyclist Matt Richardson says he has "moved on" from a storm over his nationality switch as he aims to defend his Commonwealth Games titles.

2026-07-21 · 11:35 UTC
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GB's Bentley elevated to WBO middleweight champion

2026-07-21 · 10:36

Britain's Denzel Bentley is elevated to WBO middleweight champion after Janibek Alimkhanuly relinquished the belt.

Walker to take over from Farbrace as Sussex coach

2026-07-21 · 09:36

Sussex announce former Kent boss Matt Walker will replace Paul Farbrace as their head coach for the 2027 season.

Japan goalkeeper Okuma signs for Aston Villa

2026-07-21 · 09:22

Aston Villa announce the signing of 21-year-old Japan goalkeeper Akane Okuma.

Why England teenager Parkinson has a mindset coach

2026-07-21 · 08:32

Why England teenager Erica Meg Parkinson has a mindset coach who has worked with the All Blacks and ex-England cricketer…

Who am I? Guess The Hundred star No 1

2026-07-21 · 08:17

Identify today's player in as few attempts as possible.

Bournemouth midfielder Scott rejects new contract

2026-07-21 · 08:10

Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott rejects a new contract amid growing Premier League interest in the England…

Tottenham sign France defender Sombath from Lyon

2026-07-21 · 08:00

Tottenham have signed France international Alice Sombath for a club record fee from Lyon.

Joshua v Prenga - all you need to know

2026-07-21 · 07:27

All you need to know about Anthony Joshua's return to the boxing ring against Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia on…

Why was Hamilton penalised but not Leclerc? - F1 Q&A

2026-07-21 · 07:00

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Why World Cup can be game-changer for ambitious MLS

2026-07-21 · 06:55

Can the success of the 2026 World Cup help MLS become one of the world's elite leagues?

Salt's path home from Barbados to Welsh Fire captain

2026-07-21 · 06:42

England star Phil Salt has had a circuitous route to captain Welsh Fire in The Hundred, which starts this week.

Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 1

2026-07-21 · 06:00

Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.

Introducing football to the country with one pitch

2026-07-21 · 05:47

Nauru is the only nation to have never played an official international football match and hardly anyone there plays the…

Cricket quiz: Can you name all eight teams in The Hundred?

2026-07-21 · 05:21

The sixth staging of The Hundred starts on Tuesday, 21 July, which makes now the perfect time to refresh your knowledge.

Fake kits worth £18m seized by police during World Cup

2026-07-21 · 05:12

Counterfeit football shirts worth over £18m were seized in the UK during the course of the World Cup because of safety…

Ex-Villa striker Duran joins seventh club aged 22

2026-07-20 · 23:11

Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran joins Benfica on a season-long loan from Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr.

Earl wants changes to 'brutal' Nations Championship format

2026-07-20 · 22:16

Ben Earl calls for a change to the Nations Championship format after England's "brutal" schedule in the summer leg of…

Gallery: Spain celebrate World Cup triumph in Madrid

2026-07-20 · 21:50

Thousands of fans take to the streets of Madrid as the Spain squad enjoy a bus parade after winning the World Cup.

Humphries suffers shock first-round exit at Matchplay

2026-07-20 · 21:36

World number two Luke Humphries is out of the World Matchplay after a shock first-round loss to Scotland's Cameron…

McGeeney to stay as Armagh manager for 13th season

2026-07-20 · 21:24

Kieran McGeeney is ratified to continue as Armagh manager for a 13th season after the Orchard County ended their long…

Man Utd and Arsenal fight over Kone - Tuesday's gossip

2026-07-20 · 20:33

Manchester United and Arsenal fight over France's Manu Kone, Nico Williams could be heading to the Premier League…

Messi says 'pain is immense' after losing World Cup final

2026-07-20 · 19:13

Lionel Messi says "the pain is immense" and that it "will take time to heal" after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the…

Chelsea step up interest in Palace's Lacroix

2026-07-20 · 18:04

Chelsea accelerate their interest in defender Maxence Lacroix after a fresh round of talks with Crystal Palace.

Date set for Smith's first world title defence

2026-07-20 · 18:04

Dalton Smith will defend his WBC light-welterweight for the first time on 24 October when he takes on mandatory…

Galaxy Digital Signs 15-Year, $75M Deal to Rename Texas Tech’s Football Stadium

2026-07-20 · 17:45

Galaxy Digital has agreed to pay roughly $75 million over 15 years to put its name on Texas Tech University’s football…

Guardiola in reported talks with Italy - would England come calling?

2026-07-20 · 17:20

Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, a fluent Italian speaker, is a contender for the vacant Italy head coach…

Thank you for making this a World Cup to remember on the BBC

2026-07-20 · 16:51

BBC Director of Sport Alex Kay-Jelski's message as BBC Sport delivers a record-breaking World Cup across TV, radio,…

Sciver-Brunt joins Trent Rockets coaching staff

2026-07-20 · 16:49

Former England bowler Katherine Sciver-Brunt joins Trent Rockets Women as an assistant coach for the 2026 edition of The…

Could Argentina face action after post-final trouble?

2026-07-20 · 16:44

Argentina are likely to face a Fifa investigation following the ugly scenes at the end of the World Cup final.

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