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A football referee pointing to the penalty spot during a Champions League match
Soccer

UEFA referees chief wants Premier League to adopt stricter handball rules

UEFA's head of referees Roberto Rosetti is pushing for a universal application of the handball law across Europe next season following further Champions League controversy.

Millie Bright wearing the Chelsea captain's armband on the pitch
Soccer

Chelsea captain Millie Bright retires from football after ankle injury

Chelsea captain Millie Bright has announced her immediate retirement from professional football at the age of 32 due to a persistent ankle injury.

Sabastian Sawe running the London Marathon wearing Adidas supershoes
Other

Adidas sales surge after Sabastian Sawe breaks London Marathon record

Adidas has reported a 16% increase in first-quarter operating profit, driven by the success of its ultra-light racing shoe worn during Sabastian Sawe's historic London Marathon record.

Afghanistan women's football team players standing together on the pitch
Soccer

Fifa approve Afghanistan women’s return to international football

Fifa have officially approved the return of the Afghanistan women's national football team to international competition following a landmark rule amendment.

Welsh rugby player George North running with the ball during an international match
Other

Wales legend George North announces retirement from professional rugby

Wales great George North has confirmed he will retire from professional rugby at the end of the current season. The 34-year-old recently ended his 121-cap international career.

Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs dribbling the basketball during an NBA playoff game
Basketball

Victor Wembanyama leads San Antonio Spurs to series win over Portland

Victor Wembanyama claimed a double-double as the San Antonio Spurs secured a 4-1 series win over the Portland Trail Blazers, marking their first play-off series victory in nine years.

Fifa President Gianni Infantino speaking at a press conference regarding the 2026 World Cup funding
Soccer

Fifa increase 2026 World Cup team funding by £650m after cost concerns

Fifa has committed an extra £650m to nations competing in the 2026 World Cup following concerns that smaller teams could lose money due to high logistical costs.

Nelly Korda celebrating with the trophy after winning the Chevron Championship
Other

Nelly Korda claims third major title with emphatic Chevron Championship win

Nelly Korda has regained the world number one spot after securing her third major title with a dominant five-shot victory at the Chevron Championship.