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Premier League official Coote sacked after investigationReferees' body PGMOL sacks Premier League official David Coote following a "thorough investigation" into his conduct.
Sports Personality of the Year shortlist announcedA shortlist of six contenders has been announced for the 2024 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.
Soto set to sign reported £600m deal - biggest in history of sportBaseball star Juan Soto is to reportedly sign the biggest contract in the sport's history after agreeing a $765m (£600m) deal over 15 years with the New York Mets.
'A warrior and fighter' - West Ham wear Antonio shirts in supportWest Ham players warm up in Michail Antonio number nine shirts prior to Monday's Premier League fixture against Wolves to show their support for their injured team-mate.
Brook is 'far and away' best batter in world - RootHarry Brook is "by far and away the best player in the world", according to his England team-mate Joe Root.
Why Raducanu is giving herself a 'pat on the back' for 2024Emma Raducanu spent 2024 trying to rebuild after missing a year through injury - BBC Sport analyses how her season panned out.
Petaia, Stona & Sexton in NFL's International Player Pathway 2025 classOlympic discus champion Roje Stona and Australia rugby union international Jordan Petaia will be among the latest group of athletes to take part in the NFL's International Player Pathway.
Monday Night ClubMark Chapman and guests debate the weekend's football.
'Scheffler makes points while impressing Woods with Tiger feats'Scottie Scheffler's victory in the Bahamas on Sunday, albeit over a limited field, emphatically emphasised his position as the world's best golfer, writes Iain Carter.
Vote for BBC Sports Personality World Sport Star of the YearVoting is now open for BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of the Year 2024 - meet the nominees and vote for your favourite.
How Spurs' mistakes cost them the Chelsea matchMatch of the Day 2 pundits Ashley Williams and Troy Deeney discuss the individual Tottenham Hotspur mistakes that resulted in Chelsea coming from two goals down to win 4-3.
Nacua stars in best action from this weekend's NFLNFL: Plays of the week starring Puka Nacua and Justin Jefferson
Leicester have 'more about them' under Van NistelrooyMatch of the Day 2 pundits Ashley Williams and Troy Deeney analyse Ruud van Nistelrooy's "brave" substitutions that allowed Leicester to produce a stunning comeback to draw against Brighton.
Chelsea defeat Brighton in thriller to extend 100% recordWatch highlights as Chelsea continue their unbeaten start to the Women's Super League with victory over Brighton at Kingsmeadow.
Why Man Utd and Dan Ashworth parted waysWhat went wrong between Manchester United and now former sporting director Dan Ashworth?
The Match of the Day 2 team are joined by The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell - who broke the story of his departure.
Fishlock aims for knock-outs as Wales await Euro 2025 drawAs Wales await the pool draw for Euro 2025, record goal-scorer Jess Fishlock promises they will make their mark in their first appearance at a major finals.
Ex-Ulster wing Sexton named in NFL's 2025 IPP classFormer Ulster rugby wing Aaron Sexton is among the latest group of athletes to join the NFL's International Player Pathway.
Four Man City players make Fifpro men's World XIFour Manchester City players and Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk are named in the Fifpro men's World XI for 2024.
Highlights, controversies and 2025 wishes - BBC team on F1 seasonThe BBC Radio 5 Live F1 team pick out their highlights from the 2024 season and name their wishes for 2025.
Footballers' dementia risk 'not linked to lifestyle'A study finds no evidence the high dementia risk for footballers is linked to health and lifestyle factors, increasing the likelihood that heading footballs has caused brain injuries.
When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier OxfordTwenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.
Hamilton 'finished on a high' with MercedesLewis Hamilton says he is happy his time with Mercedes "finished on a high" after "a really turbulent year".
Five Lionesses earn Fifpro World XI placesFive England players are included in the Fifpro women's World XI team with Lucy Bronze named for a record-equalling seventh time.
Legend Merckx, 79, breaks hip in bike accidentCycling legend Eddy Merckx suffers a fractured hip in a fall from his bike on Monday, according to Belgian media reports.
Hawkins lands wheelchair Golden Boot awardEngland wing Rob Hawkins is named as the 2024 International Wheelchair Rugby League Player of the Year.
Holders Man Utd host third-tier West Brom in Women's FA CupHolders Manchester United will host West Bromwich Albion in the fourth round of the Women's FA Cup on 12 January.
Rams beat Bills in thriller as Chiefs win AFC WestThe Los Angeles Rams upset the Buffalo Bills in one of the games of the season, while the Kansas City Chiefs claim a ninth straight divisional title.
Five Champions Cup learnings from round oneBBC Sport looks at five things we learned from the opening round of the 2024-25 Investec Champions Cup.
Championship clubs call for vote over RFU leadersClubs in English rugby's second tier unite to demand a debate over a vote of no confidence in the leadership of the Rugby Football Union.
Roebuck return after stroke 'a dream'England goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck says "nothing will ever beat this feeling" after returning to playing almost a year since suffering a stroke.
'Pain was sickening' - Ex-players on heading fearsFormer Premier League players Steve Howey and Gary Pallister tell the BBC of their health fears after years of heading footballs.
Hamilton to Ferrari and what else to look out for in 2025With Lewis Hamilton moving to Ferrari and exciting rookies joining the Formula 1 grid, here are the key things to look out for in 2025.
The pursuit of... multi-club ownership with a social conscienceGoran Pandev, Giuseppe Rossi and the inspirational man played by Will Smith in a Hollywood movie are all part of a multi-club ownership model with a difference.
South Africa beat Sri Lanka to boost WTC final hopesSouth Africa move a step closer to the World Test Championship final with a 109-run victory over Sri Lanka in Gqeberha.
Safety of women athletes 'a real problem' - FelixThe record-breaking Olympian runner is now dedicated to advocating for athletes' rights, including safety and better support.
Rivals won't slip up like Cucurella - MarescaChelsea boss Enzo Maresca says his side are ahead of where he expected, and does not think they are ready to be title contenders.
Kent appoint Hollioake as new head coachKent have appointed Adam Hollioake as their men's head coach until the end of the 2027 season.
Did Ashworth pay price for Man Utd mediocrity?BBC sports editor Dan Roan and chief football news reporter Simon Stone look at what led to Man Utd sporting director Dan Ashworth leaving his role after just five months.
'A sore one, a painful one' - Postecoglou on Chelsea comebackTottenham manager Ange Postecoglou says his side "let themselves down" at critical moments as Chelsea came from two goals behind to win at Spurs.
Maresca praises 'mentally strong' Chelsea players after comeback at SpursChelsea manager Enzo Maresca praises the reaction of his players after they came from two goals down to complete a stunning comeback win at Tottenham.
West Ham come from behind to beat relegation rivals PalaceWatch highlights as West Ham United come from two goals down to beat relegation rivals Crystal Palace in a thrilling Women's Super League clash.
'Stunning stuff from Celtic and Kyogo'Watch Kyogo Furuhashi's strike that rounded off a 3-0 win for Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic against Hibernian.
Gittens scores fantastic solo goal for DortmundEnglish youngster Jamie Gittens scores his fourth goal in four games as Borussia Dortmund draw 1-1 with Borussia Monchengladbach.
Shankland ends barren run with Hearts doubleWatch Lawrence Shankland's double against Dundee, which ended the Hearts striker's 12-game scoring drought.
'He should save this' - Onana 'had one of those days' against ForestMatch of the Day pundit Shay Given analyses Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana's "poor" performance against Nottingham Forest.
Newcastle were 'dreadful defensively' - ShearerMatch of the Day pundit Alan Shearer is critical of Newcastle's defensive performance as he analyses their 4-2 defeat by Brentford in the Premier League.
Gout becomes fastest 16-year-old in history over 200mWatch Australian teenage sensation Gout Gout enter the record books by becoming the fastest 16-year-old in history over 200m with a time of 20.04 seconds.
'He can do no wrong' - Cummins takes five-wicket haulWatch Pat Cummins take five India wickets as Australia wrap up an emphatic 10-wicket victory on day three of the second Test to square the series at 1-1.
A brief history of McLarenBBC Sport's Liam MacDevitt heads to the McLaren Technology Center for a look inside one of the biggest names in motorsport.
Fear and Gibson skate to Grand Prix Final bronzeFigure skaters Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson win Britain's first medal at the ISU Grand Prix Final with ice dance bronze.
McLaren's 'perfect' ending after being 'on the brink'McLaren's first constructors' championship since 1998 came after the team needed "great resilience and great belief" to return to the top of F1.
Mbappe says he remains committed to FranceKylian Mbappe says he remains committed to playing for France despite being left out of their last two squads.
Scheffler equals record for most wins in a yearScottie Scheffler produces a superb final round to cap a fine year by retaining his Hero World Challenge title.
Jokic stars again as Nuggets dominate HawksNikola Jokic continues his big-scoring form with 48 points as the Denver Nuggets ease past the Atlanta Hawks.
Tigers blown away by impressive BordeauxLeicester Tigers see half-time lead overturned by impressive Bordeaux Begles but earn bonus point with late try despite 42-28 Investec Champions Cup defeat in France.
'Top-class' Vardy fires up again under Van NistelrooyThe arrival of new Leicester manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has reignited the form of captain Jamie Vardy.
Arteta rues 'small margins' but how reliant are Arsenal on set-pieces?Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta rues "small margins" after the Gunners miss chance to move to within four points of Premier League leaders Liverpool.
Weekly football quiz: Who did RVN beat in first game?With a question from each day, we test how well you remember the last week of football.
'Rafiq ripped bandage off racism in cricket' - Rainford-BrentFormer England cricketer Ebony Rainford-Brent tells Desert Island Discs that cricket "owes a lot" to Azeem Rafiq for having the courage to "rip the bandage off" racism in the sport.
Bethell has proved he belongs, says StokesJacob Bethell has proved he belongs in international cricket with his runs against New Zealand, according to England captain Ben Stokes.
Norris hails title-chasing McLaren's 'incredible story'Lando Norris pays tribute to McLaren as the team look to secure their first constructors' championship in 26 years.
Sutton's predictions v Travis bassist Dougie PayneBBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on rock band Travis with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
Who are the favourites for the Champions Cup?Bath take on La Rochelle in the opening game of the Champions Cup but what else should you look out for in this year's Investec Champions Cup?
'The second Special One' - Amorim, by those who know him bestFrom rejection at Benfica to new Manchester United boss, BBC Sport charts the rise of Ruben Amorim.
How deliberate mis-kicks changed one of sport's strangest positionsSam Koch looked like he was playing very, very badly. In fact, he was changing one of sport's strangest positions for ever.
Loop-the-loop: The people who run around in circles for 24 hoursIn a quiet corner of London a small group of extraordinary runners complete laps of an athletics track for a day and a night. Why do they do it? And how far do they go?
'I gave everything to boxing and still have nothing'Heather Hardy tells BBC Sport how she is adapting to life outside of boxing after the former world champion was left with a life-threatening injury.
The slow death of the screamerElite players are taking fewer shots from further out. What is behind the trend and is it harming the game?
'It was like a non-league team asking Man Utd for a match'The Solheim Cup is a revolutionary tournament born out of the success of a revolutionary putter.
'The cash came up to my torso' - tales of a match-fixerMoses Swaibu was one of the brightest prospects in Crystal Palace's youth ranks, but he ended up in a shady world of cash, danger and fixing rather than football's limelight.
Premier League official Coote sacked after investigationReferees' body PGMOL sacks Premier League official David Coote following a "thorough investigation" into his conduct.
'A warrior & fighter' - West Ham wear Antonio shirts in supportWest Ham players warm up in Michail Antonio number nine shirts prior to Monday's Premier League fixture against Wolves to show their support for their injured team-mate.
Monday Night ClubMark Chapman and guests debate the weekend's football.
Four Man City players make Fifpro men's World XIFour Manchester City players and Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk are named in the Fifpro men's World XI for 2024.
Holders Man Utd host third-tier West Brom in Women's FA CupHolders Manchester United will host West Bromwich Albion in the fourth round of the Women's FA Cup on 12 January.
Liverpool boosted by Alisson return after 11-game absenceLiverpool goalkeeper Alisson could make his first appearance for the club in more than two months after being named in the squad for Tuesday's Champions League game at Girona.
Footballers' dementia risk 'not linked to lifestyle'A study finds no evidence the high dementia risk for footballers is linked to health and lifestyle factors, increasing the likelihood that heading footballs has caused brain injuries.
When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier OxfordTwenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.
Roebuck return after stroke 'a dream'England goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck says "nothing will ever beat this feeling" after returning to playing almost a year since suffering a stroke.
Leicester have 'more about them' under Van NistelrooyMatch of the Day 2 pundits Ashley Williams and Troy Deeney analyse Ruud van Nistelrooy's "brave" substitutions that allowed Leicester to produce a stunning comeback to draw against Brighton.
How Spurs' mistakes cost them the Chelsea matchMatch of the Day 2 pundits Ashley Williams and Troy Deeney discuss the individual Tottenham Hotspur mistakes that resulted in Chelsea coming from two goals down to win 4-3.
Chelsea defeat Brighton in thriller to extend 100% recordWatch highlights as Chelsea continue their unbeaten start to the Women's Super League with victory over Brighton at Kingsmeadow.
Why Man Utd and Dan Ashworth parted waysWhat went wrong between Manchester United and now former sporting director Dan Ashworth?
The Match of the Day 2 team are joined by The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell - who broke the story of his departure.
'A sore one, a painful one' - Postecoglou on Chelsea comebackTottenham manager Ange Postecoglou says his side "let themselves down" at critical moments as Chelsea came from two goals behind to win at Spurs.
'Pain was sickening' - Ex-players on heading fearsFormer Premier League players Steve Howey and Gary Pallister tell the BBC of their health fears after years of heading footballs.
Five Lionesses earn Fifpro World XI placesFive England players are included in the Fifpro women's World XI team with Lucy Bronze named for a record-equalling seventh time.
Rivals won't slip up like Cucurella - MarescaChelsea boss Enzo Maresca says his side are ahead of where he expected, and does not think they are ready to be title contenders.
Right time for Celtic with Dinamo in disarray?Celtic face Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League at a time when the Croats are suffering a poor run of form and an injury crisis, writes Alasdair Lamont.
The pursuit of... multi-club ownership with a social conscienceGoran Pandev, Giuseppe Rossi and the inspirational man played by Will Smith in a Hollywood movie are all part of a multi-club ownership model with a difference.
A week of Championship firsts... what's at stake?BBC Sport takes a look at the biggest talking points ahead of a full midweek round of Championship fixtures.
Arteta rues 'small margins' but how reliant are Arsenal on set-pieces?Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta rues "small margins" after the Gunners miss chance to move to within four points of Premier League leaders Liverpool.
Did Ashworth pay price for Man Utd mediocrity?BBC sports editor Dan Roan and chief football news reporter Simon Stone look at what led to Man Utd sporting director Dan Ashworth leaving his role after just five months.
Three PL clubs target Vlahovic - Monday's gossipPremier League trio remain interested in Dusan Vlahovic, Liverpool make opening Mohamed Salah offer and also want Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold to sign new deals.
Spurs players very happy with Postecoglou - RomeroTottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero says manager Ange Postecoglou still has the backing of the players after the club's frustrating 4-3 loss to Chelsea.
Weekly football quiz: Who did RVN beat in first game?With a question from each day, we test how well you remember the last week of football.
Maresca praises 'mentally strong' Chelsea players after comeback at SpursChelsea manager Enzo Maresca praises the reaction of his players after they came from two goals down to complete a stunning comeback win at Tottenham.
West Ham come from behind to beat relegation rivals PalaceWatch highlights as West Ham United come from two goals down to beat relegation rivals Crystal Palace in a thrilling Women's Super League clash.
'Stunning stuff from Celtic and Kyogo'Watch Kyogo Furuhashi's strike that rounded off a 3-0 win for Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic against Hibernian.
Gittens scores fantastic solo goal for DortmundEnglish youngster Jamie Gittens scores his fourth goal in four games as Borussia Dortmund draw 1-1 with Borussia Monchengladbach.
Shankland ends barren run with Hearts doubleWatch Lawrence Shankland's double against Dundee, which ended the Hearts striker's 12-game scoring drought.
Arteta 'very disappointed' not to beat FulhamArsenal manager Mikel Arteta is "very disappointed" his side did not beat Fulham after the Gunners had a late goal disallowed at Craven Cottage.
Van Nistelrooy praises Foxes for 'digging deep' after comebackLeicester's new boss Ruud van Nistelrooy praises his squad's fighting spirit after a stunning comeback in an 2-2 draw with Brighton.
Silva 'proud' of Fulham momentum after draw with ArsenalFulham boss Marco Silva says he is "proud" of the momentum his side are building as their draw with Arsenal means they have now lost just once in seven league games.
'He should save this' - Onana 'had one of those days' against ForestMatch of the Day pundit Shay Given analyses Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana's "poor" performance against Nottingham Forest.
Brighton need to be 'more mature' - HurzelerBrighton boss Fabian Hurzeler says his side need to be "more mature" after they allowed Leicester to score two late goals to draw the game.
Antonio has surgery on lower limb fracture after crashWest Ham striker Michail Antonio has surgery on a lower limb fracture, the club announces.
Rangers 'in good place for big Tottenham test'Rangers are "in a really good place" at the start of a testing week, says manager Philippe Clement.
Former Man Utd winger Nani announces retirementFormer Manchester United and Portugal winger Nani - who was playing for Estrela Amadora this season - retires from playing.
MbappéFrom Paris suburbs to the pinnacle of football, a look at a once-in-a-generation talent.
Guardiola: Chasing PerfectionHow and why has Pep Guardiola been able to revolutionise football?
When will England and Wales find out Euro 2025 opponents?England are joined by Wales at next summer's European Championship, but when is the draw and how can you follow it?
Why 'The Godfather' of PSR wants clubs to spend more moneyLeading sports lawyer Nick de Marco on football finance, the Manchester City case and why he backs an independent regulator.
'Liverpool are the real deal' - why it will be hard to stop them nowMOTD2 pundit Alan Shearer explains why it will be hard for anyone to catch Premier League leaders Liverpool following Sunday's win over Manchester City.
'Now I understand why Jose got angry' - Essien on life as a coachFormer Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien on coaching in Denmark and learning from Jose Mourinho and Carlo Ancelotti.
Ghost game and radical tactics - the redemption of Racing SantanderWhen Racing Santander forced the abandonment of a Copa del Rey tie, it could have been the end for them. Instead, it was the start of a long recovery.
Manager ins and outs - December 2024BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League.
Transfers - September - December 2024Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.
Glasgow City to host Celtic in Scottish Women's CupGlasgow City will host Celtic in the pick of the ties in the last 16 of the Scottish Women's Cup, with holders Rangers at home to Montrose.
Glasgow study shows football dementia risk 'not related to lifestyle'A study finds no evidence the high dementia risk for footballers is linked to health and lifestyle factors, increasing the likelihood that heading footballs has caused brain injuries.
'I don't fall into that trap' - Rodgers on Zagreb 'crisis mode'Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is not paying much attention to the long injury list at Dinamo Zagreb.
Right time for Celtic with Dinamo in disarray?Celtic face Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League at a time when the Croats are suffering a poor run of form and an injury crisis, writes Alasdair Lamont.
Goalkeeper errors haunt County against RangersRoss County goalkeeper Jack Hamilton's blooper, which handed Rangers a second goal to Danilo in the Ibrox side's 3-0 win in Dingwall on Sunday, mirrors a similar incident involving Scott Fox and striker Alfredo Morelos in August 2017.
Rangers 'in good place for big Tottenham test'Rangers are "in a really good place" at the start of a testing week, says manager Philippe Clement.
The pursuit of... multi-club ownership with a social conscienceGoran Pandev, Giuseppe Rossi and the inspirational man played by Will Smith in a Hollywood movie are all part of a multi-club ownership model with a difference.
Right time for Celtic with Dinamo in disarray?Celtic face Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League at a time when the Croats are suffering a poor run of form and an injury crisis, writes Alasdair Lamont.
Former Man Utd winger Nani announces retirementFormer Manchester United and Portugal winger Nani - who was playing for Estrela Amadora this season - retires from playing.
Holders Man Utd host third-tier West Brom in Women's FA CupHolders Manchester United will host West Bromwich Albion in the fourth round of the Women's FA Cup on 12 January.
Five Lionesses earn Fifpro World XI placesFive England players are included in the Fifpro women's World XI team with Lucy Bronze named for a record-equalling seventh time.
Roebuck return after stroke 'a dream'England goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck says "nothing will ever beat this feeling" after returning to playing almost a year since suffering a stroke.
East meets west London - the mentor who changed ChelseaVinay Menon knew nothing about football when he went for a meeting at a west London mansion in 2009. A few weeks later he was in the heart of the Chelsea dressing room.
The air crash and the underdogs - a triumph for a lost generationNineteen years and 10 miles separated Zambia's football team from a lost, golden generation on a fateful night in Libreville.
The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's footballNorth Korea lags behind most of the rest of the world in several areas. But the hermit state has had an outsized impact on international women's football.
Chasing the 'Ghost' - a superstar struck down by lightningJohn White did the League and Cup Double, but his sudden death left his son searching for the man behind the comic-book persona.
Panenka - the penalty that killed a career and started a feudAntonin Panenka's penalty in the Euro 1976 final birthed a whole new 12-yard tactic. But the risks were higher than anyone could imagine.
The awkward questions behind Hungary's football revivalHungary have ridden back into contention for international honours on the back of billions of euros and one man's passion for football.
'No limitations' - Mbappe and a mission of a lifetimeKylian Mbappe wasn't always the best footballing prospect. But he, and his family, had the clearest plan. Project Mbappe continues.
Championship clubs call for vote over RFU leadersClubs in English rugby's second tier unite to demand a debate over a vote of no confidence in the leadership of the Rugby Football Union.
Van der Flier wins Autumn Nations Series player awardIreland's Josh van der Flier is named the Autumn Nations player of the series, edging out South Africa winger Cheslin Kolbe.
Five Champions Cup learnings from round oneBBC Sport looks at five things we learned from the opening round of the 2024-25 Investec Champions Cup.
Bristol will learn from Leinster loss, says skipperBristol Bears' young squad will learn great lessons from their Champions Cup defeat to Leinster, says captain Fitz Harding.
Rugby Union WeeklyUgo, Danny and Chris look back at the opening weekend of the Champions Cup.
Europe will help Tigers become 'top level'- CheikaLeicester Tigers are "yards away" from being a top level side says head coach Michael Cheika but will improve in the Champions Cup.
Harsh lessons as Ulster learn 'real level' of Dupont's ToulouseAfter enduring a chastening afternoon against Toulouse in their Champions Cup opener, the province have no time to feel sorry for themselves before hosting Bordeaux this weekend.
Tigers blown away by impressive BordeauxLeicester Tigers see half-time lead overturned by impressive Bordeaux Begles but earn bonus point with late try despite 42-28 Investec Champions Cup defeat in France.
Leinster spark into life and cruise past BristolLeinster begin their pursuit of a fifth Investec Champions Cup crown with a ruthless second half display to claim a bonus-point victory over Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate.
Dupont shines as holders Toulouse hammer UlsterHolders Toulouse put in a clinical performance as Antoine Dupont's side swatted Ulster aside 61-21 in their Investsec Champions Cup opener.
Ospreys open European campaign with Lions victoryOspreys start their Challenge Cup campaign with a 30-14 victory against Lions in a European fixture switched to Llanelli from Swansea because of Storm Darragh.
Scotland to face New Zealand Maori in JulyScotland men will face New Zealand Maori for the first time in 25 years as part of their summer tour.
Newcastle slip to Pau defeat in Challenge CupNewcastle Falcons begin their Challenge Cup campaign with a 32-19 loss to Pau in a topsy-turvy match in France.
Ulster not 'at the races' in Toulouse rout - MurphyUlster head coach Richie Murphy says his side's basics were not at the level required for the challenge of a "European juggernaut" after they suffer a heavy defeat Toulouse.
Saracens power to bonus-point Champions Cup winSaracens start their quest for a fourth European Cup with an impressive bonus-point victory over Bulls in blustery conditions at StoneX Stadium.
First-half Horne hat-trick leads Glasgow to win over SaleGeorge Horne scores a hat-trick as Glasgow open their Investec Champions Cup campaign with a dominant win over Sale.
Racing 92 overcome Harlequins test in ParisRacing 92 score 11 unanswered second-half points to break Harlequins' resistance and claim victory in their Investec Champions Cup opener in Paris.
Saints cruise past Castres to claim bonus pointNorthampton Saints kick-start their Investec Champions Cup campaign with a comfortable bonus-point victory over Castres at a blustery Franklin's Gardens.
Munster clinch bonus-point win over 13-man StadeMunster begin their Investec Champions Cup campaign with a convincing 33-7 bonus-point win over a Stade Francais side reduced to 13 men at Thomond Park.
Saracens win at Leicester, Trailfinders beat SaleSaracens claim a comfortable 38-5 win at Leicester Tigers to maintain the pressure on league leaders Exeter Chiefs in Premiership Women's Rugby.
Cardiff twice surrender lead in Lyon lossCardiff score four tries but Lyon run out winners in opening round of the European Challenge Cup.
Rugby lets you express yourself in fullest way - MaherSpeaking to the BBC Radio 5 Live Rugby Union Weekly podcast, Bristol Bears' new American rugby star Ilona Maher says the sport gives players freedom to express themselves.
Scrum V highlights: Cardiff 31-23 DragonsWatch Scrum V highlights as Cardiff extend their winning run against Dragons in the United Rugby Championship.
Watch: Andy Farrell on Ireland's comeback win over AustraliaWatch: Andy Farrell on Ireland's comeback win over Australia
Scrum V pundits assess Gatland's Wales futureScrum V pundits Gwyn Jones, Ken Owens and James Hook give their thoughts on Warren Gatland and his future as Wales head coach.
Wales and Lions great Jones on life with heart conditionFormer Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones talks about living with the common heart problem, atrial fibrillation.
'I played with his voice in my head' - Schmidt's influence on IrelandJoe Schmidt, arguably Ireland's most successful ever rugby coach, will make his coaching return to Dublin with Australia on Saturday
Watch: When Ireland beat All Blacks for first timeAhead of Friday's autumn Test, former Ireland wing Andrew Trimble looks back on the team's historic win over the All Blacks in Chicago in 2016.
'I didn't think there'd be this much pain' - GatlandWarren Gatland did not think rebuilding Wales during his second stint in charge would be so painful with the national side having lost 10 consecutive Tests.
Late Bayonne penalty denies Scarlets statement winA late Bayonne penalty denies Scarlets an opening-round victory in the European Challenge Cup.
Exeter beaten by Sharks in Champions Cup openerExeter Chiefs lose 39-21 to a strong Sharks side in an eventful opening Investec Champions Cup pool match in Durban.
La Rochelle withstand Bath fightback at a soggy RecBath fall short of completing a thrilling comeback in torrential conditions at the Rec as La Rochelle hold on to claim an opening-game victory in the Champions Cup.
A viral sensation, a financial necessity - why Maher became rugby's biggest starIlona Maher is a social media phenomenon and the Bristol Bears new signing says rugby needs to learn the secrets behind her numbers.
Who are the favourites for the Champions Cup and how does it work?Bath take on La Rochelle in the opening game of the Champions Cup but what else should you look out for in this year's Investec Champions Cup?
Rugby Union WeeklySara heads to Bristol to track down American rugby sensation Ilona Maher.
Rugby Union WeeklyChris and Ashy look ahead to the start of the Champions Cup and chat to Jack Nowell.
Rugby Union Weekly: The Scottish & Irish Lions?Ugo, Danny and Ashy discuss the return of the domestic game and Andy Farrell's to-do list
Rugby Union WeeklyDanny, Ashy and Chris assess the autumn for England, Scotland and Wales.
Rugby Union WeeklyChris & Paul Grayson react to England beating Japan plus Sara's at the World Rugby awards
Brook is 'far and away' best batter in world - RootHarry Brook is "by far and away the best player in the world", according to his England team-mate Joe Root.
Kent appoint Hollioake as new head coachKent have appointed Adam Hollioake as their men's head coach until the end of the 2027 season.
South Africa beat Sri Lanka to boost WTC final hopesSouth Africa move a step closer to the World Test Championship final with a 109-run victory over Sri Lanka in Gqeberha.
South Australia win last-ball Sheffield Shield thrillerSouth Australia dramatically beat Tasmanian Tigers by two runs from the final ball of the game to claim the joint-tightest win in Sheffield Shield history.
Ben Curran in Zimbabwe squad for Afghanistan seriesBen Curran, the brother of England internationals Sam and Tom, is named in Zimbabwe's squad for their one-day international series against Afghanistan.
Bethell has proved he belongs, says StokesJacob Bethell has proved he belongs in international cricket with his runs against New Zealand, according to England captain Ben Stokes.
Ireland complete 3-0 T20 Bangladesh series winIreland complete a 3-0 win over Bangladesh in the Twenty20 series in Sylhet by securing a penultimate-ball victory in the concluding game.
England level ODI series after chaotic SA collapseCharlie Dean takes a hat-trick as England's six-wicket win over South Africa levels the one-day international series in Durban.
India's players not scarred by Australia thrashing - RohitIndia captain Rohit Sharma says the manner of his side's second-Test thrashing by Australia will not leave his players with mental scars.
World Test Championship - who can reach the final?England are no longer in contention but which sides can still qualify for the World Test Championship - and what do they need to make it?
England power to series win in New ZealandEngland power to a series win over New Zealand with an emphatic 323-run victory inside three days of the second Test in Wellington.
'He can do no wrong' - Cummins takes five-wicket haulWatch Pat Cummins take five India wickets as Australia wrap up an emphatic 10-wicket victory on day three of the second Test to square the series at 1-1.
Pant plays 'outrageous' hook shotRishabh Pant plays an "outrageous" hook shot for four during day two of the second Test between Australia and India in Adelaide.
'This has turned the Test match' - best of Head's 140Watch home favourite Travis Head thrill the Adelaide Oval crowd with some expansive stroke play before he fell for a magnificent 140 off 141 balls.
Boland removes Kohli for 11Virat Kohli edges Scott Boland to Alex Carey for 11 as Australia take complete control of the second Test against India in Adelaide.
'That is extraordinary' - Marsh fails to review phantom edgeAustralia's Mitchell Marsh is dismissed in "extraordinary" fashion during the second Test vs India - failing to review a non-existent edge off Ravichandran Ashwin.
'Hometown hero' Head reaches centuryWatch the moment "hometown hero" Travis Head reaches his eighth Test century for Australia in the second Test against India in Adelaide.
Voll hits maiden ODI century as Australia beat IndiaGeorgia Voll hits a maiden century for Australia as they cruise to a 122-run victory over India in the second one-day international to clinch the series.
'Rafiq ripped bandage off racism in cricket' - Rainford-BrentFormer England cricketer Ebony Rainford-Brent tells Desert Island Discs that cricket "owes a lot" to Azeem Rafiq for having the courage to "rip the bandage off" racism in the sport.
Cummins takes five as Australia demolish IndiaPat Cummins takes 5-57 as Australia wrap up an emphatic 10-wicket victory over India on day three of the second Test to square the series at 1-1.
Bethell's sliding doors give England a decisionJacob Bethell's serendipitous entry into Test cricket has left England with a decision to make, writes Stephan Shemilt.
'I felt it' - Atkinson takes 'special' Test hat-trickGus Atkinson takes the 15th hat-trick by an England bowler to rattle through the New Zealand tail on the second day of the second Test in Wellington.
Australia close in on Test victory after Head hundredAustralia's bowlers back up a majestic century from Travis Head on his home ground to put themselves in a strong position to win the second Test against India.
Ireland beat Bangladesh to win T20 seriesIreland beat Bangladesh by 47 runs in the second T20 game between the sides to secure an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.
Bethell & Atkinson give England complete controlJacob Bethell strokes 96 after Gus Atkinson's hat-trick as England take a stranglehold on the second Test against New Zealand.
Starc takes Test best as Australia dominate IndiaMitchell Starc claims career-best Test figures of 6-48 as Australia seize the initiative on day one of the second Test against India.
Notts re-sign South Africa's Verreynne for 2025Nottinghamshire re-sign South Africa wicketkeeper Kyle Verreynne for the majority of the 2025 County Championship season.
'Brook has done a winter's work Santa would be proud of'Harry Brook's 123 on the opening day in Wellington, following his 171 in Christchurch, has the tourists in reach of a series win.
Brook & Carse give England upper hand on New ZealandHarry Brook's scintillating century is backed up by crucial late wickets from Brydon Carse on the first day of England's second Test against New Zealand in Wellington.
Australia stroll to victory over India in first ODIAustralia ruthlessly dismantle India to win the first one-day international in Brisbane.
'Horrible way to get out' - Bumrah removes Smith for twoSteve Smith is dismissed by Jaspit Bumrah for two in unfortunate fashion in the second Test between Australia and India in Adelaide.
'Look, look, look!' - fan with beer snake halts play mid-deliveryWatch the moment a fan with a beer snake distracts batter Marnus Labuschagne forcing bowler Mohammed Siraj to pull out of the delivery during the first day of Australia's second Test with India in Adelaide.
'Pink-ball master' Starc claims his best Test figuresMitchell Starc takes his best Test figures of 6-48 as Australia dismiss India for 180 on day one of the second Test in Adelaide.
'What is going on?!' - Australia v India Test plunged into darknessWatch as the first day of the second Test between Australia and India is plunged into darkness due to floodlight failure - twice!
'The perfect start!' - Starc traps Jaiswal lbw with first ball of TestWatch as Mitchell Starc traps Yashasvi Jaiswal lbw with the first ball of the second Test between Australia and India in Adelaide.
Kohli falls for seven as India struggle early onWatch as Mitchell Starc finds Virat Kohli's edge as India lose a third early wicket on the first day of the second Test against Australia in Adelaide.
India seal massive first Test win over AustraliaIndia take the last remaining seven Australia wickets to seal a 295-run win on day four of the first Test of their five-match series in Perth.
Jurel takes an 'absolute beauty' to dismiss StarcIndia's Dhruv Jurel takes "an absolute beauty" off the bowling of Washington Sundar to dismiss Mitchell Starc as the tourists close on victory on day four of the first Test in Perth.
Australia 'well off the mark' in defeat by IndiaAustralia's 295-run defeat by India in the first Test "hurts", says captain Pat Cummins.
Rampant India take three early wickets to leave Australia reelingAustralia lose three early second-innings wickets as India assert their dominance at the end of day three of the first Test.
Test Match SpecialEleanor Oldroyd presents reaction to England’s Test victory in Wellington.
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran presents reaction to Day 2 of England’s second Test against New Zealand.
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran presents reaction to Day 1 of England’s second Test against New Zealand.
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran is alongside Jonathan Agnew and Stephan Shemilt.
TMS: Carse cements place in England bowling attackMark Chapman is joined by Phil Tufnell, Steven Finn and Stephan Shemilt.
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran presents reaction to England’s Test victory in Christchurch.
Australia's Lyon on facing India and playing until he's 40Nathan Lyon discusses the five Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy Series.
Why Raducanu is giving herself a 'pat on the back' for 2024Emma Raducanu spent 2024 trying to rebuild after missing a year through injury - BBC Sport analyses how her season panned out.
Kyrgios to make Grand Slam return in AustraliaAfter a series of injuries, Nick Kyrgios uses his protected ranking to secure a place in the main draw of January's Australian Open.
Raducanu begins work with fitness coach NakamuraEmma Raducanu hopes to exploit her natural athleticism and reduce injury as she hires Maria Sharapova’s former fitness Yutaka Nakamura.
Are there 'different approaches' to tennis doping cases?Iga Swiatek, Jannik Sinner, Simona Halep and Tara Moore have had different experiences after testing positive for a banned substance - BBC Sport looks at why.
Djokovic to begin bid for 25th Grand Slam in BrisbaneNovak Djokovic will play at the Brisbane International this month before he starts his bid for a 25th Grand Slam at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
Australian tennis legend Fraser dies at 91Australian 19-time Grand Slam winner Neale Fraser dies aged 91.
Britain's 2025 Davis Cup bid to start in JapanGreat Britain are handed a trip to Japan in the first round of qualifying for the 2025 Davis Cup - with Italy to host the eight-team finals.
'An example for us all' - Del Potro's emotional goodbye to tennisFormer US Open champion Juan Martin del Potro pays an emotional goodbye to tennis after a farewell exhibition against Novak Djokovic.
BBC to show Tennis Scotland version of ATP FinalsThe conclusion to Tennis Scotland's season will be shown live by BBC Scotland from Scotstoun Community Indoor Tennis Centre.
Murray partnership 'exciting' for tennis - DjokovicNovak Djokovic says his decision to appoint former rival Andy Murray as his coach was "a surprise to everyone" but is "exciting for tennis".
Halep criticises 'different approaches' after Swiatek banSimona Halep has questioned the "big difference" in how doping cases are handled after world number two Iga Swiatek receives a one-month ban.
Draper to join 2023 winner Alcaraz at Queen's in 2025British number one Jack Draper and 2023 champion Carlos Alcaraz will play at Queen's in 2025 as part of their preparations for Wimbledon.
'Gracias Rafa' - why retiring Nadal means so muchRafael Nadal retires from professional tennis after a 23-year career like no other. On a night of gratitude and grief, Spain led the world in saying "Gracias Rafa".
'Just a kid who followed their dreams' - Nadal on careerRafael Nadal says he would like to be remembered as "a kid who followed their dreams" as the tennis great says a poignant farewell to the sport.
Emotional Nadal's career over after Spain's Davis Cup defeatRafael Nadal's illustrious career is over after his Spain team were beaten by the Netherlands in the Davis Cup quarter-finals.
The 'tough love' that shaped retiring great NadalFrom 'scaredy cat' to a 'raging bull', Rafael Nadal's transformation into a true tennis great had a lot to do with one man in particular.
'You made tennis world proud' - Federer pays tribute to 'epic' NadalRoger Federer says Rafael Nadal "made the whole tennis world proud" during his "epic career" before the Spaniard's retirement.
23 years, 22 Grand Slams - the stats behind Nadal's successBBC Sport looks at the statistics behind Rafael Nadal's success as the 22-time Grand Slam champion prepares for his final tournament.
Nadal's top 10 moments - and which was your favourite?As Rafael Nadal confirms his retirement from tennis, BBC Sport looks at his top 10 moments - and asks you to vote for your favourite.
Two Grand Slams, 73 wins and just six losses - how Sinner's sensational year unfoldedJannik Sinner will enter 2025 as the leading men's player after capping a sensational year by retaining the Davis Cup with Italy.
Robson to be director of women's event at Queen'sLaura Robson, the former British number one, is appointed tournament director of the new women’s event at The Queen’s Club in June.
'Toughest battle in my life' - Swiatek accepts one-month doping banWorld number two Iga Swiatek accepts a one-month suspension after testing positive for a banned substance.
What being coached by Murray could do for DjokovicBBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller assesses what Novak Djokovic's shock appointment of Andy Murray as coach could mean for both men.
Netherlands beat Germany to reach first Davis Cup finalThe Netherlands reach the final of the Davis Cup for the first time as Tallon Griekspoor fights back in his singles match to clinch a 2-0 win over Germany.
Sinner caps superb year as Italy retain Davis Cup titleJannik Sinner caps an extraordinary 2024 season by battling past the Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor to help Italy defend their Davis Cup title.
Murray to coach Djokovic at Australian OpenAndy Murray will coach his long-time former rival Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open in 2025.
Paolini seals BJK Cup title for Italy with win over SlovakiaItaly claim their first Billie Jean King Cup title in 11 years as Jasmine Paolini wraps up a 2-0 win over Slovakia in Malaga.
Missing out on BJK Cup final 'stings' but GB success 'close'Great Britain missing out on a first Billie Jean King Cup final for 43 years "stings", but Katie Boulter believes the team are close to ending their wait for glory.
'They're like my kids' - how team harmony is fuelling GB's BJK Cup runThe bond between GB's players is proving key in their winning run at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Malaga.
Name the year of retiring Nadal's French Open winsRafael Nadal won the French Open singles title an astonishing 14 times - can you name the years?
'I couldn't have played better' - Sinner wins first ATP Finals titleItalian world number one Jannik Sinner beats American Taylor Fritz in straight sets to win his first ATP Finals title in Turin.
GB's Reid beaten in Masters singles finalBritain's Gordon Reid loses in the Wheelchair Masters singles final with a three-set defeat by Tokito Oda.
Hewett & Reid miss out on Masters doubles titleAlfie Hewett and Gordon Reid fail to retain their Wheelchair Masters doubles title with a straight-set defeat by Martin de la Puente and Joachim Gerard in the Netherlands.
'Brilliant' Sinner seals Davis Cup title for ItalyWatch the best shots as world number one Jannick Sinner secures back-to-back Davis Cups for Italy by beating the Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 (7-2) 6-2 in Malaga.
How 'genius' Nadal won 22 Grand Slams - including Wimbledon epicBBC Sport pays tribute to Rafael Nadal's incredible career and looks back at the 2008 Wimbledon final, after the 22-time Grand Slam winner announced he will be retiring at the end of the season.
GB's Boulter beaten as Slovakia level BJK Cup semi-finalWatch the best shots as Great Britain's Katie Boulter loses 6-2 4-6 4-6 to Slovakia's Rebecca Sramkova to level up their BJK Cup semi-final.
Nadal's legacy will be eternal - AlcarazCarlos Alcaraz discusses the legacy Spain team-mate Rafael Nadal will leave after his retirement.
'Irresistible tennis!' - Raducanu puts GB ahead in BJK Cup semi-finalWatch the best shots as Emma Raducanu maintained her record of not dropping a set in this year's Billie Jean King Cup, beating Slovakia's Viktoria Hruncakova 6-4 6-4 in Great Britain's opening semi-final match.
From beating Van Nistelrooy to pro debut at 45 - Forlan's tennis journeyFormer Man Utd player Diego Forlan will make his professional tennis debut at the age of 45. This is how he has gone from football to the ATP Tour.
'The son every mum would love to have' - Nadal, Federer & an enduring legacyBBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller on Rafael Nadal's enduring rivalry with Roger Federer and his legacy in the tennis world.
What happens next in Sinner doping case?News that Jannik Sinner, the men's world number one, had failed two doping tests stunned tennis. BBC Sport examines the key questions at hand.
Relive Nadal & Federer's epic 2008 Wimbledon finalRelive the 2008 Wimbledon men’s singles final between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
Will cloud hang over Sinner's US Open victory?In the build-up to the US Open, eventual men's champion Jannik Sinner was cleared of fault or negligence over two failed doping tests. Yet questions remain over the case.
No caffeine or smartphones - the secrets of Draper's successBBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller looks at the team and the sacrifices behind "absolute tennis keeno" Jack Draper's run to the US Open semi-finals.
When Murray was crowned the boy king of QueensTwenty years since he became the US Open boys' champion, Andy Murray is giving New York a miss and beginning retired life with a holiday in Spain.
I am not worried about the next chapter - NadalRafael Nadal says he is "not worried about the next chapter" as the 22-time Grand Slam champion prepares to retire from tennis after the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga.
Brilliant Boulter puts GB into BJK Cup semi-finalsKatie Boulter beats Canada's Leylah Fernandez in straight sets to send Great Britain into the semi-finals of the Billie Jean King Cup in Malaga.
Raducanu beats Marino to give GB lead over CanadaEmma Raducanu beats Canada's Rebecca Marino in straight sets to give Great Britain the lead in their Billie Jean King Cup quarter-final in Malaga.
Boulter powers GB into BJK Cup quarter-finalsKatie Boulter cruises past Germany's Laura Siegemund with a straight-sets win to put Great Britain into the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-finals in Malaga.
Raducanu beats Niemeier to give GB lead over GermanyEmma Raducanu beats Germany's Jule Niemeier in straight sets to give Great Britain a crucial 1-0 lead in the Billie Jean King Cup in Malaga.
We have to make tennis accessible to children - KingBillie Jean King, the 39-time Grand Slam winner, talks to BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller about her vision for the future of tennis.
Raducanu on birthday surprises and return from injuryBBC Sport speaks to Emma Raducanu about her birthday celebrations and her return from injury as she looks ahead to the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.
Former Man Utd player Forlan makes pro tennis debutWatch retired Manchester United and Uruguay footballer Diego Forlan make his professional tennis debut in a doubles event in Montevideo, losing 6-1 6-2 in 47 minutes.
Draper wins biggest title of career in ViennaJack Draper wins the biggest title of his career at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna as the British number one's breakout season reaches even greater heights.
Djokovic shocked by retirement of 'greatest rival' NadalNovak Djokovic says he is shocked and overwhelmed by the news that his "greatest rival" Rafael Nadal will retire at the end of the season.
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