News

Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni looking focused during a Serie A match
Soccer

Liverpool gain advantage over Barcelona in Alessandro Bastoni pursuit

Liverpool have emerged as strong contenders to sign Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni after Barcelona stalled over his £51.8m asking price.

Kimi Antonelli driving the Mercedes Formula 1 car during the Miami Grand Prix
Motorsport

Mercedes extend F1 winning streak in Miami despite rival upgrades

Kimi Antonelli claimed victory at the Miami Grand Prix to maintain Mercedes' perfect start to the 2026 Formula 1 season despite a fierce push from rivals.

Basketball

Cade Cunningham leads Detroit Pistons to Game 1 win over Cavaliers

Cade Cunningham scored 23 points as the Detroit Pistons defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 to take a 1-0 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series.

Hockey

Toronto Maple Leafs win NHL draft lottery to secure number one pick

The Toronto Maple Leafs have won the NHL draft lottery and will select first overall. The victory ensures they retain their top-five protected pick following significant changes to their front office.

The Olympic rings displayed prominently at a stadium ahead of a major international sporting event
Other

UK government discusses potential bids to host 2040s Olympic Games

The UK government has confirmed it is exploring potential bids to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in the 2040s, alongside future Ryder Cup campaigns.

Arsenal teenager Myles Lewis-Skelly in action during the Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid
Soccer

Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid to reach first Champions League final in 20 years

Arsenal have secured their place in a first Champions League final since 2006 following a 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid. Teenager Myles Lewis-Skelly starred in midfield to help seal a 2-1 aggregate win.

Basketball

Minnesota Timberwolves dispute Victor Wembanyama playoff block record

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch claims at least four of Victor Wembanyama's record-breaking 12 blocks in Game 1 were uncalled goaltends. The Timberwolves won the series opener 104-102 against the San Antonio Spurs.

Dejected Chelsea players react on the pitch during their Premier League defeat to Nottingham Forest
Soccer

Chelsea players face £2m wage cuts following Nottingham Forest defeat

Chelsea's squad could lose up to £2m each in wages if they fail to qualify for the Champions League. A 3-1 defeat by Nottingham Forest has left their European hopes severely damaged.