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Norris pleased to prove doubters wrong after maiden F1 win

Lando Norris says he never doubted he would become a winner in Formula 1, while being happy to prove wrong those who did.

Why isn’t David Croft doing Sky F1 commentary in Imola and who is his replacement, Harry Benjamin?

David Croft will be missing from the Sky Sports commentary box at the Imola Grand Prix as he takes a step back from three races this season.

Olympics 2024: Kiwi Billy Stairmand to take on one of the world’s ‘scariest’ surf breaks

Billy Stairmand is an eight-time national surf champion.

Too early? Phoenix full house braces for historic A-League semi victory celebration

The Wellington side hope a packed Sky Stadium can tip the scales in their favour.

Warriors coach baffled by bunker's decision not to award penalty try in loss to Knights

"It looked like he was going to deadset score for all money."

Sir Jim Ratcliffe sends message to Man Utd’s women’s team after missing FA Cup final

Sir Jim Ratcliffe sends message to Man Utd’s women’s team after missing FA Cup final - Manchester United women’s manager Marc Skinner said he has the full support of the club’s new co-owner, despite Ratcliffe’s absence at Wembley

Ange 'not fussed' by prospect of fans wanting a loss vs City

Ange Postecoglous says he's 'not fussed' by the prospect of Tottenham Hotspurs fans wanting a loss against Manchester City to hurt Arsenal's title chances

Wayne Rooney accuses Manchester United players of using injuries to avoid playing

Wayne Rooney accuses Manchester United players of using injuries to avoid playing - The former Red Devils captain voiced his opinion during Sky Sports punditry for United’s 1-0 defeat to Arsenal

Ange Postecoglou’s frustration with fans reveals a lot about Tottenham and football’s big picture

Ange Postecoglou’s frustration with fans reveals a lot about Tottenham and football’s big picture - The Spurs boss clashed with supporters over the desire to see the team lose to avoid handing rivals Arsenal the Premier League title but the situation feeds into wider narratives about the sport

UCLA legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Jimmy Johnson passes away

Manchester United are desperate for a summer clearout – but again face one major problem

Manchester United are desperate for a summer clearout – but again face one major problem - Erik ten Hag, should he remain at Old Trafford, must thin out the squad with plenty of exits expected after another disappointing season

Rotorua Stakes showdown: Top mare La Crique faces rivals in Rotorua’s premier race event

La Crique aims for a big win in Rotorua after missing NZ Breeders due to hoof issue.

Burnley have Premier League relegation confirmed after Tottenham comeback win

Burnley have Premier League relegation confirmed after Tottenham comeback win - Tottenham 2-1 Burnley: Micky van de Ven’s late winner confirmed Burnley’s fate as they immediately return to the Championship

Dortmund vs. Real Madrid: the Champions League final's first major controversy

Former Freemantle Docker Cam McCarthy tragically dies aged 29

WNBA's Connecticut Sun home opener sells out thanks to Caitlin Clark

All 8,910 seats at Mohegan Sun Arena are expected to be filled when Clark hits the court Tuesday. The last time the Suns' inaugural game sold out was the 2003 home opener.

Super Rugby Pacific: Patrick Tuipulotu praises vibrant Eden Park crowd as Blues defeat Hurricanes

More rugby matches should be played earlier, says Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu.

NRL: Warriors veteran Jazz Tevaga concedes standards have dropped as 2024 struggles continue

The 38-18 defeat to the Roosters last weekend was a new low in a difficult campaign.

Perez averted "disaster" with Verstappen in "optimistic" Miami GP F1 start

Red Bull driver Sergio Perez was "lucky" not to hit team-mate Max Verstappen after an "optimistic" start in Formula 1's Miami Grand Prix, according to team principal Christian Horner.

Top-of-table Hurricanes-Blues Super Rugby showdown has All Blacks selection implications

Both teams have loose forwards out to impress new coach Scott Robertson.

Black Ferns v Canada: NZ side looking to ‘instill fear back into the fern’ in Pacific Four Series

'We’re just striving for consistently good performances; great performances.'

Super Rugby Pacific teams: All Black Perofeta returns on Blues bench against Highlanders

All five New Zealand Super Rugby teams will play in round 13.

How an 18-month design reset transformed McLaren into F1 race winners

McLaren’s victory at Formula 1’s Miami Grand Prix shows how far it has come in 12 months, having finished nearly a minute and a half off at last year’s event.

With excitement and errors aplenty Manchester United perfectly encapsulate the Erik ten Hag era

With excitement and errors aplenty Manchester United perfectly encapsulate the Erik ten Hag era - Man Utd 3-2 Newcastle: If this is to be the manager’s last match at Old Trafford his team ensured he’ll leave with a win

Leclerc: Rare F1 race engineer swap was ‘team decision’

Charles Leclerc has revealed that the decision to change his Formula 1 race engineer from this weekend’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix was a team choice.

UFC St Louis: Carlos Ulberg knocks out Alonzo Menifield in stunning fashion

Carlos Ulberg has recorded the third-fastest UFC light heavyweight finish ever.

Warriors star Johnson reportedly rebuffs big Roosters offer to switch clubs next NRL season

The veteran insists he wants to stay in Auckland with his family.

Mauricio Pochettino speaks on leaving Chelsea

Mauricio Pochettino admitted "it would not be the end of the world" if he left Chelsea this summer. The Blues manager believes it is not just up to Chelsea's owners to make a decision on his future, and that he will also have a say on where he will be next season.

Unsuspecting Americans braced for T20 World Cup cricket culture shock

One billion viewers around the world have US marketers seeing dollar signs.

Game over: abandoned sports venues that will never host again

Natural disasters, economic hardship and safety failings can spell the end for even the grandest sports venues. Find out why these desolate stadiums, arenas and complexes filled with history have been left to rot.

David Moyes to leave West Ham with next manager already lined up to replace him

David Moyes to leave West Ham with next manager already lined up to replace him - The 61-year-old agreed to depart the club this summer at the end of his existing contract

Biden fumbles again while awarding trophy to Army football coach

Coach Jeff Monken was standing a few feet away in the White House East Room when Biden asked, 'Where are you, coach' during his remarks. Biden was awarding a football trophy to Army.

Why Jurgen Klopp could get a touchline ban and miss Liverpool goodbye

Why Jurgen Klopp could get a touchline ban and miss Liverpool goodbye - Klopp will leave Liverpool at the end of the season after nearly nine years at the helm but faces missing out on his Anfield farewell

America’s Cup: First look at Barcelona course ahead of Team New Zealand’s defence

The race course for the 37th America’s Cup in Barcelona has been revealed.

Penske suspends Cindric and other senior staff over IndyCar scandal

Legendary team boss Roger Penske has suspended four senior members of his IndyCar team operation and apologized for the “errors that were made” in the recent push-to-pass scandal.

Blow for Crusaders as Scott Barrett ruled out

There is more bad news for the defending champs as they enter must-win territory against the Highlanders on Saturday night.

Pep Guardiola reveals his stars practiced on specially prepared pitch

Manchester City's manager Pep Guardiola held a press conference to discuss his team's strategy and expectations ahead of their upcoming Premier League away game against Fulham. Pep Guardiola reveals his stars practiced on specially prepared pitch.

Black Ferns v USA: Ruby Tui on Warriors return to NRLW and what it means for sporting landscape

'All that league movement just makes us focus inward like our focus has been.'

'It's my liking for him to be there': Papali'i casts vote for next All Blacks captain

Sam Cane's likely successor in the No. 7 jersey has made it clear who he'd like to see take the skipper's armband.

'It doesn't look good': Matthijs de Ligt slams referee decision in CL

'It doesn't look good': De Ligt slams referee decision in Bayern's CL defeat. The Dutch defender was quick to slam the referee's decision for Bayern's dissalowed goal during their semi-final clash against Spanish giants Real Madrid.

Black Ferns Sevens defend world series crown with victory in Singapore final

Meanwhile, the All Blacks Sevens also won their final against Ireland.

Never mind just the title – can anyone really stop Man City winning the double in second gear?

Never mind just the title – can anyone really stop Man City winning the double in second gear? - Fulham 0-4 Man City: Josko Gvardiol netted a brace either side of Phil Foden’s strike, before a late Julian Alvarez penalty

'Let's go': Warriors turn to Nicoll-Klokstad as injuries strike deep into half options

At the start of the season, the Auckland club had a surfeit of halves... now not so much.

'Sort it out, mate': All Blacks prop challenges Invercargill Mayor over stalled stadium repairs

Prop Ethan de Groot is a man of few words - until it comes to his beloved Rugby Park.

NRL referees boss rules on controversial non-call, as struggling Warriors search for answers

Graham Annesley has given his two cents on the DWZ incident, while a former Warrior makes his own assessments on where the team is going wrong.

Arsenal’s tense victory sets up complicated conclusion to Premier League title race

Arsenal’s tense victory sets up complicated conclusion to Premier League title race - Manchester United 0-1 Arsenal: Leandro Trossard’s early goal ensured the Premier League title race will go down to the final day as the Gunners returned to the top of the table

Klopp fights back tears as Liverpool fans serenade him at final away game

Klopp fights back tears as Liverpool fans serenade him at final away game -

The inevitability of Erling Haaland means the Premier League title finale has a very familiar feel

The inevitability of Erling Haaland means the Premier League title finale has a very familiar feel - Tottenham Hotspur 0-2 Manchester City: The striker scored twice in the second half to end Spurs’ hopes of the top four

FIA planning harsher F1 penalties to clamp down on Magnussen Miami tactics

The FIA is planning to impose harsher penalties for Formula 1 drivers deliberately cutting the track to keep a position in the wake of Kevin Magnussen's antics in Miami.

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter pleads guilty to transferring $17m from player’s bank account

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter pleads guilty to transferring $17m from player’s bank account - Ippei Mizuhara is accused of using the funds stolen from the Japanese superstar, who pitches and hits home runs, to pay off his own illegal gambling debts