Djokovic celebrates 'big win' on return to Basel

Battling in the final months of the year to keep alive his chances of qualifying for the season-ending ATP Finals in Turin, Djokovic celebrated what he viewed as a "big win" by overcoming Frenchman Ugo Humbert 4-6 6-3…

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Dowson wants Saints to improve discipline

The reigning champions came unstuck at a sodden Mattioli Woods Welford Road, losing 28-7 to local rivals Leicester Tigers, going pointless in the second half after holding a slender four-point lead at the break. The…

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Nations Championship 2026: Results, fixtures, TV channels, squads and all you need to know about the return of the biennial international rugby competition

There’ll be three rounds of matches throughout the month, wrapped up by a weekend of finals at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham. The Nations Championship features the six European teams from the Six Nations (England, France…

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Red Roses make six changes but Kildunne on bench again

The 27-year-old full-back was dropped for the 31-22 defeat by Canada last Saturday, with Mitchell saying she needed to show "greater consistency". Despite the loss in Ottawa, Bristol Bears star Kildunne will once again…

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British racing chief warns budget tax hike may have ‘devastating’ impact on sport

The widely expected rise in machine games duty (MGD) was well below the doubling of the rate, from 20% to 40%, recommended this year by the Social Market Foundation thinktank, but Dunshea warned that the move could…

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Labuschagne's form hits record low but Australia hint at future

Chirping, chewing and, with bat in hand, often appearing to idolise and mimic his team-mate Steve Smith. Smith has been ruled out of the enthralling decisive Test against South Africa with a neck injury. Without him…

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Ireland captain Stirling out of Namibia series

The 36-year-old sustained the injury while fielding during his side's loss in the third ODI on Tuesday, a result that leaves his side trailing their hosts 2-1 in the five-match series. Tim Tector, brother of middle-order…

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Prem and RFU commit to expanding with English clubs after report of Welsh sides joining

According to the report, the Welsh Rugby Union is in advanced discussions with Prem Rugby and the RFU over the possibility of turning the Prem into a cross-border competition. It comes as the WRU wrestles with a…

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Carey and Inglis counterpunch to put Australia on top in South Africa

Head threw his hands at width, mixing luck with skill for seven boundaries. His new foil Matthew Renshaw showed contrasting temperament for the opening role, leaving and defending the new ball with the clarity he had…

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Saracens did unbelievable job with Auvaa - Lam

He was, however, sacked two weeks ago following another late-night incident in St Albans, which police are investigating. When Auvaa's signing was announced on Monday , Bristol boss Pat Lam said he believed in giving…

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