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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.

Shriever wins historic fourth BMX world title

Beth Shriever becomes the first BMX racer to win four elite world titles as extreme weather curtails the UCI BMX Racing World Championships in Brisbane.

2026-07-19 · 14:22 UTC
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Patience, power, perfection - Duckett's record-breaking innings

2026-07-19 · 14:09

Ben Duckett rewrites the record books as he scores 141 in the third and final One Day International against India, the…

Tsitsipas claims first ATP title in 16 months

2026-07-19 · 14:06

Stefanos Tsitsipas wins his first ATP title in 16 months after defeating Raphael Collignon in the Swiss Open final.

Runners complete 'world's coolest marathon' on drifting North Pole ice

2026-07-19 · 14:06

Organisers say 23 runners from seven countries took part in races at the Arctic's geographic North Pole.

GB's Shriever claims historic win as extreme weather halts final

2026-07-19 · 14:05

Bethany Shriever of Great Britain wins her fourth elite world title of her career at the UCI BMX Racing World…

Room for improvement but Scotland heading in right direction

2026-07-19 · 13:30

After wins against Argentina and Fiji and a loss against South Africa, Tom English reviews a productive summer for…

No ODI century but Bethell helps England to stunning start

2026-07-19 · 12:52

Watch the best shots from Jacob Bethell as he makes 91 off 93 balls to put England on course for a big score in the…

Mercedes driver scout Lagrue joining Red Bull

2026-07-19 · 11:57

The Mercedes driver scout involved in discovering Kimi Antonelli is leaving the team to join rivals Red Bull.

Security separate Benn and Garcia at heated media day

2026-07-19 · 11:08

Security steps in to stop Conor Benn confronting Ryan Garcia in a heated news conference in New York.

'Legend' or 'regrets'? A final that will define Lamine Yamal's World Cup

2026-07-19 · 10:11

Lamine Yamal may not have had a sparkling World Cup but victory for Spain in Sunday's World Cup final would write a very…

I've been a World Cup official - I promise you there is no favouritism

2026-07-19 · 09:55

Darren Cann speaks to BBC Sport about the conspiracy theories around the World Cup and what referees really think.

Messi on the brink of history - will it be his last World Cup game?

2026-07-19 · 09:55

Argentina captain Lionel Messi will play his 34th World Cup match in Sunday's final, but will it be his last appearance?

Has Saka shown Tuchel he's too good to leave out?

2026-07-19 · 09:52

Bukayo Saka’s World Cup hat-trick against France reignited the selection debate and Thomas Tuchel’s decision to leave…

Argentina coach accuses England of lack of respect

2026-07-19 · 09:47

Argentina heach coach Felipe Contepomi walks out of his news conference after the 31-24 defeat by England in the Nations…

Mounting questions for Wales after Durban defeat

2026-07-19 · 09:43

Wales complete Steve Tandy's first season in charge with three wins and nine defeats in 12 internationals.

Kerr sees potential to better mile record

2026-07-19 · 08:57

Josh Kerr says breaking the men's mile world record is an "an awesome achievement" but hints he could attempt to set a…

Rapp, 26, dies after being hit by car while cycling

2026-07-19 · 08:40

American boxer Hannah Rapp dies aged 26 after being hit by a car while cycling in Texas.

Askren retires after emotional wrestling return

2026-07-19 · 07:09

Ben Askren ends his competitive career with a points loss in a wrestling match with another former UFC fighter Belal…

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 42

2026-07-19 · 05:51

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?

Best England team for a long time - that's a fact, says Rice

2026-07-19 · 02:29

Midfielder Declan Rice says "this is the best England group for a very long time" after they secure a third-placed…

England beat France in 10-goal thriller to win third-place play-off

2026-07-19 · 01:12

Bukayo Saka scores a hat-trick as England beat France 6-4 in a thriller to record their best men's World Cup finish…

Why the World Cup half-time show may be a taste of things to come

2026-07-19 · 01:11

The 2026 World Cup's spectacle is creating debate about the place of music in sport - and how it could infiltrate other…

England's discipline 'verging on comical' - Dawson

2026-07-19 · 00:55

Matt Dawson described England's discipline as "comical" and says they have a problem to address after receiving four…

Bellingham breaks England World Cup goals record

2026-07-19 · 00:47

Jude Bellingham becomes the first Englishman to score seven goals at a single World Cup with a late strike against…

England's best World Cup for 60 years - but how should it be judged?

2026-07-19 · 00:23

England have secured their best men's World Cup finish since winning the tournament 60 years ago.

Brilliant first half, turbulent second - Tuchel

2026-07-19 · 00:13

England manager praises his players as England beat France 6-4 for third place in the 2026 World Cup.

Rewatch the World Cup final in 3D

2026-07-19 · 00:00

Watch the World Cup final from every angle including through the eyes of every player.

Over to you, Messi - Mbappe leads Golden Boot race for the ages

2026-07-18 · 23:48

Kylian Mbappe leads the Golden Boot race by two goals but Lionel Messi could yet overtake him in the World Cup final.

How did England players rate during the World Cup?

2026-07-18 · 23:31

BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell assess how the Three Lions' players fared in North America.

'Chaos' & 'comedy refereering' as England beat Argentina

2026-07-18 · 22:53

Watch the highlights as England hold on to beat Argentina in a chaotic match in the Nations Championship with the hosts…

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