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The Sacramento Kings close in on a play-in spot with a 127-117 win at the Detroit Pistons in the NBA.

Welcome to Uefa Champions League Squares – the new BBC Sport game which you can play alongside the live match action.

Thibaut Courtois admitted on Monday that Real Madrid have been working on coping with Champions League opponents Arsenal’s set piece threat, but said it’s “a matter of time” before Mikel Arteta’s team win a trophy.

Southampton have sacked manager Ivan Jurić after the club’s relegation from the Premier League, the club confirmed on Monday.

Pep Guardiola wants Matheus Nunes to develop into a right-back for Manchester City, saying that he is “not clever enough” to play in midfield.

Manchester United have identifed Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap ahead of Viktor Gyökeres, Benjamin Sesko and Victor Osimhen, sources have told ESPN.

Neymar and Memphis Depay are among the stars to criticise Brazil’s Football Confederation’s new rule to punish players that stand on the ball with both feet.

Leicester City have become the first Premier League team to lose eight Premier League games in a row without scoring a single goal.

Bukayo Saka has hinted his long-term future lies at Arsenal and also revealed his “dream” to one day win the Ballon d’Or.

As this season’s title is won, we take a look at the women’s college basketball Way-Too-Early Top 25 for 2025-26.

For the second straight season, the three promoted sides have been swatted aside with worrying ease

After four years of disappointment, Paige Bueckers finally saw her — and UConn’s — dream come true.

Florida wins an instant classic for its first title since 2007 and third overall

Whether he put up 34 points or 11, Clayton’s presence for the Gators was key to their title hopes.

Manchester United want to sign Matheus Cunha, Inter Miami plot Kevin de Bruyne scoop and Everton enter race for Liam Delap.

We knew they’d be good. Here are some things we didn’t quite expect from MLB’s superteam.

We canvassed the sport for takes on the hottest trend of the 2025 season so far.

Hurricane Helene wreaked death and destruction. This is the story of Augusta’s ongoing recovery – and how the Masters is helping it.

A judge directed lawyers to address a short list of her remaining concerns about a multibillion-dollar settlement that could reshape college sports.

Florida rallied from a 12-point deficit to survive a defensive slugfest vs. Houston and earn the program its third national championship since 2006.

Geno Smith said Monday that he and coach Pete Carroll have “unfinished business” with the Raiders.

Through a lawsuit filed last week in New York, former NCAA tournament hero Kris Jenkins is suing the NCAA and six conferences for limiting athlete pay and restricting his ability to capitalize off his name, image and likeness while he was at Villanova.

Augusta National Golf Club chairman Fred Ridley announced Monday that five-time Masters champion Tiger Woods, who last won in 2019, and his TGR Design firm are crafting a nine-hole short course at the Patch, the former Augusta Municipal Golf Course.

A former California resident pleaded guilty to selling hundreds of thousands of dollars in fake memorabilia.

Inter Miami CF hold the discovery rights for Manchester City player Kevin De Bruyne, sources have told ESPN, setting up a scenario in which the Belgian playmaker could join Lionel Messi in south Florida.

Los Angeles star Shohei Ohtani, a three-time MVP, fell a double short of hitting for the cycle Monday night, as the Dodgers dropped a 6-4 decision to the Washington Nationals, a nice bounce-back for the DH after he went 1-for-11 over the weekend.

Only 210 days until the 2025-26 season — but Houston is already the favorite at the top.

Final Score’s Ashley Williams and Chris Sutton preview the Champions League quarter-final fixtures.

Gary Lineker and Micah Richards go head-to-head over Micah’s claim that Dejan Stankovic’s volley for Inter Milan against Schalke in 2011 is not only the greatest goal in Champions League history, but the greatest of all time.

Leading Serie A journalist James Horncastle gives five reasons why Inter Milan can win the Champions League this season.

Check out the best moments between the San Diego Padres and the Athletics.

The Florida Gators rallied to stun Houston, 65-63, and win the program’s first national championship since 2007. John Fanta has the story.

Shohei Ohtani got going again at the plate Monday night, falling just a double short of hitting for the cycle.

Villa have posted another substantial loss but success on the pitch under Emery has raised revenue — PSR remains a significant issue, too

Our writers pick who they would start in arguably the most important game of Ruben Amorim’s tenure so far

Check out the best moments between the Houston Astros and the Seattle Mariners.

The former West Ham and Palace centre-back reflects on his career, his decision to retire and his breakthrough in east London

Check out the best moments between the Baltimore Orioles and the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Check out the best moments between the Cincinnati Reds and the San Francisco Giants.

One of Arsenal’s greatest strengths is also Madrid’s biggest weakness as their Champions League quarter-final gets started tonight

As Aston Villa’s Marco Asensio faces PSG, a look at the history of loanees playing against their parent clubs

PSG have transformed attitudes both within and towards the club over the last two years. Luis Enrique has played a pivotal role

Ivan Juric is the latest Premier League casualty but there are many ways for a manager to be dismissed

Reaching the top is one thing, but staying there is another – here’s how Arne Slot’s side can improve on his incredible first year in charge

Real had a star-studded team, Arsenal were reeling from injuries, but across both legs in 2006, Henry, Fabregas et al put on a masterclass.

Florian Wirtz may be a long-standing target, but the cream of the German league have options these days rather than just a move to Bavaria

Through 10 games, Twins starters have an unseemly 6.90 ERA over 45 2/3 innings. And there’s little relief from an exhausted bullpen.

James sat down with The Athletic at Leeds’s Thorp Arch training ground to discuss his game and how it has developed

Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.

Houston opened as the favorite to win the 2026 men’s college basketball national title on BetMGM, just ahead of Duke.

The Florida Gators had their “One Shining Moment” in the 2025 national championship game, which was followed by the annual tradition of the hit song to cap off the NCAA Tournament.

After a weekend sweep, the Red Sox had a cold start to the week, losing a game to Toronto and a valuable player to the IL.

Florida produced a slew of defensive stands in crunch time to secure the school’s third national championship in men’s basketball.

Houston. Purdue. Louisville. Find out who is the No. 1-ranked team in John Fanta’s way-too-early top 25 for the 2025-26 season.

How should you fill out your men’s NCAA Tournament bracket? Here are every team’s odds to advance through each round of March Madness.

Will Duke be able to rise to the top of the mountain next season? Is Florida expected to repeat? Check out the odds for next year’s March Madness winner.

One disastrous stretch is enough to sink a game. Too many can sink a season.

Check out the best moments between the Minnesota Twins and the Kansas City Royals.

Check out the best moments between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Boston Red Sox.

Check out the best moments between the Texas Rangers and the Chicago Cubs.

Check out the best moments between the Miami Marlins and the New York Mets.

Chicago Cubs star Kyle Tucker says he isn’t sure how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s massive deal will impact his future.

Houston Astros right-hander Spencer Arrighetti broke his right thumb when he was hit by a line drive while playing catch in left field before Monday night’s game at Seattle.

Check out the best moments between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Washington Nationals.

Check out the best moments between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Manchester United and Liverpool appear set to battle for the signature of Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

The rapper expressed his support for Belichick’s hiring by North Carolina in December.

Jalen Milroe caught the eye of the New Orleans Saints and Cleveland Browns during private workouts, but will either team draft him?

Paul Pierce discusses Duke’s recent loss, labeling it a “failure” due to the high expectations placed on elite programs. He emphasizes that with the prestige of programs like Duke, the pressure to perform is immense, and anything less than success is considered a setback.

Will Blackmon breaks down the Cleveland Browns’ crucial decision with the No. 2 pick. He questions whether the Browns should pass on a quarterback and focus on a game-changing playmaker like Travis Hunter or Abdul Carter, or stick with a QB like Shedeur Sanders.

Florida came back to eke out a 65-63 win over Houston for the national championship on Monday. Here are the highlights!

Paul Pierce and Ric Bucher discuss the MVP race between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić. Paul believes the NBA should have a Co-MVP.

From the Suns’ future to a potential Thunder-Nuggets showdown, here’s what to watch in the West.

Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell is hoping to be back soon as he recovers from shoulder inflammation.

Los Angeles Dodgers’ slugger Shohei Ohtani hit a game-tying, two-run home run vs. the Washington Nationals.

New OC Phil McGeoghan’s innovative schemes and RB Jacob Saylors has St. Louis leading the league in scoring. Here’s a look at more storylines from Week 2.

Here’s what has to happen for New York to get to the playoffs. Plus, full bracket projections and more.

Chris Broussard explains how the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over the Oklahoma City Thunder proved that they are a defensive force to watch in the playoffs.

Boston Red Sox’s Ceddanne Rafaela made a diving catch to rob Toronto Blue Jays’ Bo Bichette of a home run.

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

BBC Sport analysed every Premier League manager during their matches at the weekend to see what each one did. These are the results.

We watched every Premier League manager during this weekend’s 10 fixtures – here’s what we found out.

A big weekend in Major League Soccer ends with the top three holding steady in our Power Rankings, as Messi and Miami stay top closely pursued by the always tough Columbus Crew and upstarts Vancouver.

Looking to get some golf bets down? Read here for a list of odds, favorites and long-shots bets to win The Masters.

Leicester City debutant Jeremy Monga had to wear a blank shirt because of his age when he became the second-youngest player in Premier League history.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is “really pleased” after his side’s “massive” 3-0 Premier League win over Leicester at King Power Stadium.

Check out the best moments between the New York Yankees and the Detroit Tigers.

New Zealand coach Gary Stead will step down as New Zealand’s limited-overs head coach this summer – and is considering his position in charge of the Test team.

Nick Wright unveils his first 2025 NFL mock draft, highlighting surprise picks, quarterback projections, and which prospects he believes could rise or fall.

Leicester manager Ruud van Nistelrooy says his side have not been “good enough” after their 3-0 defeat by Newcastle – an eighth consecutive Premier League home game without scoring.

McMillan reset records as a receiver at Arizona, but he also had a future in a different sport.

Djokovic has had a rough start to 2025, but shown flashes of brilliance too. And he’s aiming for that 100th tour win.

Daniil Medvedev battles cramp as he takes just under three hours to beat Karen Khachanov in a gruelling first-round Monte Carlo Masters match.

Twelve-time women’s world champion Reanne Evans is beaten 10-4 by Poland’s Antoni Kowalski in World Championship qualifying in Sheffield.

Anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out says “sexism isn’t banter” after derogatory chants about Phil Foden’s mother were sung during Sunday’s Manchester derby at Old Trafford.

With Ilia Topuria out of the UFC featherweight picture, the door is open for the next star to walk through at UFC 314.

Jasprit Bumrah returns from injury but cannot stop Mumbai Indians falling to a 12-run defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

A 20-year-old man is charged with assault after Manchester City midfielder Jack Grealish was allegedly slapped following Sunday’s 0-0 draw with rivals Manchester United.

The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

Superb last day resistance from Brett D’Oliveira and Matthew Waite helps Worcestershire to an unlikely draw with Somerset at Taunton.

Watch as inclement weather forces the suspension of the Masters practice round on Monday in Augusta.

Yes, we’re only at the quarterfinal stage, but a Champions League final Clásico is in the cards.

This post was originally published on Autosport The start of the season for many of the categories beginning at last weekend’s Snetterton British Racing & Sports Car Club event was action-packed and memorable as there were plenty of safety cars and multiple red flags.Rupert Deeth snatched victory in the opening Mini Miglia encounter from third… Continue reading Deeth does the double in Snetterton Mini Miglia bouts

This post was originally published on Autosport Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has praised the maturity shown by Oliver Bearman both on and off the track after the Formula 1 rookie sealed a top-10 finish in Sunday’s Japanese Grand Prix.Having been 10th before being promoted to eighth place in China following the disqualifications of Lewis… Continue reading How Bearman's Japanese GP performance demonstrated why Haas signed him

Rob Key has played the odds in naming Harry Brook England’s white-ball captain. Giving the job to Ben Stokes was too big a risk to take.

Overnight storms in Georgia delay Monday’s practice round at Augusta National at the start of Masters week.

The Manchester derby showed how far both City and United have to go, while complacency was a theme for both Real Madrid and Liverpool in defeats to Valencia and Fulham, as Gab Marcotti recaps the weekend.

Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka says he “feels fresh mentally” after returning from a hamstring injury.

American Jarrell Miller taunts British heavyweight rival Fabio Wardley by wearing a Norwich shirt for their news conference at Ipswich Town’s Portman Road.

England will be without Mackenzie Carson and Charlotte Fray for the rest of their Women’s Six Nations campaign.

This post was originally published on Autosport Sunday’s Japanese Grand Prix will not be billed as one of Formula 1’s all-time classics as low tyre degradation largely left the field in its qualifying order by the chequered flag. The lack of passing opportunities during the race was also of significant note.It has never been particularly… Continue reading Why dirty air is such a problem in F1 2025

Liverpool’s loss at Fulham won’t jeopardize their Premier League title bid, but it shows change is needed.

For years, the tournament has been an afterthought for many NHL players. Here’s how that could change.

Michal Szubarczyk is hoping to become the youngest player to qualify for the World Championships at the Crucible.

This post was originally published on Autosport MotoGP’s race direction has given Autosport an in-depth analysis of the chaos that unfolded on the Grand Prix of the Americas starting grid in unstable weather conditions.The Austin event called for quick thinking given several things failed to go as planned – including the safety car crashing into… Continue reading MotoGP regulations set for review after “unprecedented” Austin drama

This post was originally published on Autosport News of Max Verstappen’s Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix triumph was delivered to Jos Verstappen while sitting in a rally car en route to success in the European Rally Championship.Last weekend offered up a double victory for the Verstappen family as Max’s masterful drive from pole to win… Continue reading Verstappen family takes double victory as Jos wins on ERC debut

This post was originally published on Autosport British GT3 debutants Charles Dawson and Kiern Jewiss claimed an incredible victory from pole in the two-hour Donington Park race to kickstart the 2025 season. The 2 Seas Mercedes finished 1.1 seconds ahead of the Barwell Lamborghini after Jewiss withstood late pressure from Sandy Mitchell, who shared the Huracan… Continue reading 2 Seas enjoys dream start to British GT in 2025 at Donington Park

Albawaba – In a match that epitomizes the clash of European giants, the Emirates Stadium prepares to host the most anticipated first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, where Arsenal (Premier League runners-up) will face Real Madrid (La Liga champions and continental favorites)…

Novak Djokovic serving for success and Jessica Pegula wins on clay – the latest edition of our weekly tennis round-up.

Former Masters champion Angel Cabrera wins a seniors event as he prepares to return to Augusta for the first time in six years.

This post was originally published on Autosport Fernando Alonso has compared Suzuka to Monaco in terms of being a Formula 1 race that is basically won on a Saturday during qualifying.Sunday’s Japanese Grand Prix saw a dearth of overtaking as the spectacle failed to spark into an entertaining race with Max Verstappen winning from pole.It… Continue reading Alonso: Japanese GP now has the same problem as Monaco

Luke Humphries says he will keep quiet in future after receiving a backlash on social media after admitting to finding the darts schedule overwhelming.

This post was originally published on Autosport R Racing duo Alfie Slater and Red Bull Junior Rocco Coronel scored their first car racing victories as Ginetta Junior’s 20th anniversary season, featuring revised G40 Evo machines, got under way at Donington Park.Slater, younger brother of 2023 series dominator Freddie, passed team-mate Scott Kin Lindblom and Elite… Continue reading Red Bull talents in the thick of Ginetta Junior Donington Park action

This post was originally published on Autosport Red Bull Formula 1 team boss Christian Horner thinks Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri having equal status made it harder for McLaren to fight Max Verstappen in Suzuka.Having been outqualified by Verstappen’s stunning pole lap on Saturday, Norris and Piastri spent the grand prix chasing the reigning champion… Continue reading Horner says equal driver status compromised McLaren's F1 Japanese GP

After the opening meet of the Grand Slam Track, BBC Sport looks at whether the new concept from Michael Johnson was a success.

England spinner Sophie Ecclestone says she has “moved on” and “learned from” her refusal to do an interview with Alex Hartley during the Women’s Ashes.

This post was originally published on Autosport Mark Mann-Bryans and Jake Boxall-Legge wrap up their coverage of the Japanese Grand Prix in what was a tense battle at the front between Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.Mark and Jake review the “if’s and but’s” of the race, as to whether McLaren should have been… Continue reading Autosport Podcast: Verstappen defeats McLaren pair at Japanese GP

This post was originally published on Autosport The Haas Formula 1 team has announced it has signed Ryo Hirakawa as its reserve driver for 2025 with the Toyota endurance star moving from Alpine.Hirakawa was part of Alpine’s reserve driver roster for this year, taking part in Friday’s first practice in Japan instead of Jack Doohan.But… Continue reading Hirakawa leaves Alpine to become Haas F1 reserve driver in 2025

Former British and Irish Lions and Wales fly-half Dan Biggar announces he will retire as a player at the end of the season.

This post was originally published on Autosport There was a flavour of 1950s Indianapolis at Silverstone at the annual Vintage Sports-Car Club Spring Start event as two mighty front-engined Kurtis Roadsters battled for the Patrick Lindsay Memorial Trophy.The Lindsay race has more often than not been won by ERAs but this time it was Geraint… Continue reading A taste of 1950s Indy at Silverstone for VSCC opener

Josh Ward-Hibbert was a Grand Slam tennis winner as a junior and is now chasing European basketball glory with Newcastle Eagles.

Former British and Irish Lions winger Tommy Seymour believes Ireland back row Caelan Doris will get the nod to lead the summer’s tour to Australia.

Luka Doncic hits 30 points as the Los Angeles Lakers thrash table-topping Oklahoma City Thunder 126-99.

Britain’s Olympic medallist Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix claims 10m platform bronze in the Diving World Cup Super Final in Mexico.

This week’s Masters heralds the start of the men’s major season with Rory McIlroy still searching for how to win the coveted Green Jacket, writes Iain Carter.

Perfection. Magical. Inspirational. Whatever word you used for Max Verstappen’s victory, it was something special.

Azzi Fudd has long been considered a superb shooter. Now the UConn guard is also an NCAA champion.

Scotland take gold at the men’s World Curling Championship after a dramatic 5-4 victory over Switzerland in Moose Jaw, Canada.

Watch the moment Russia’s Alex Ovechkin becomes the National Hockey League’s highest all-time scorer by hitting his 895th career goal.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim says his side are “improving” but admits that “doubts” affected both sides in the Manchester derby as the Red Devils and Manchester City played out an uninspiring goalless draw.

Watch highlights as Warrington Wolves beat St Helens 20-12 to reach the semi-finals of the Challenge Cup.

This post was originally published on Autosport Following the season opener on 2 March, the 2025 MotoGP season has already completed its first three stops: the Grand Prix of Thailand, Argentina, and the United States. The next scheduled event is the Qatar GP, set to take place from April 11 to 13.Before that, however, the… Continue reading KTM and Aprilia ready for two days of private MotoGP testing at Misano

Liverpool manager Arne Slot insists he is not worried about the form of Mohamed Salah, despite the forward going four games without a goal following a 3-2 loss to Fulham.

This post was originally published on Autosport Max Verstappen has quipped that if he was driving McLaren’s Formula 1 car “then you wouldn’t have seen me” despite his dominant pole position and victory at the Japanese Grand Prix.The Red Bull driver took his fourth consecutive win at Suzuka, fending off both McLaren drivers in the… Continue reading Max Verstappen on McLaren's strength: “In that car you wouldn't have even seen me”

This post was originally published on Autosport For a circuit as famously difficult to master as Suzuka, seeing three Formula 1 rookies secure points during the Japanese Grand Prix is a testament to the ability of the new breed of driver coming through the ranks.While reigning world champion Max Verstappen sealed a fine victory ahead… Continue reading How a trio of rookies impressed at the F1 Japanese GP

Liverpool is on the verge of securing the 2024-25 Premier League title, with just three matches remaining, the first of which comes tonight when they face Fulham at Craven Cottage…

Max Verstappen won in Japan with a weekend of the sort of rare perfection that comes only from drivers of the very highest quality, says Andrew Benson.

Manchester City play their first match since Kevin De Bruyne’s emotional exit announcement, as they travel to Old Trafford for a highly anticipated Manchester Derby against rivals Manchester United…

This post was originally published on Autosport Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur believes the current Formula 1 season is in danger of becoming a “qualifying world championship”, with overtaking at a premium in the past two rounds.While the 2025 campaign began with a frantic Australian Grand Prix, the changeable weather played a key part in… Continue reading Vasseur: F1 2025 world championship could be decided on qualifying sessions