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IOC responds to the execution of Iranian wrestler Saleh Mohammadi

The International Olympic Committee has released a statement following the execution of 19-year-old Iranian wrestler Saleh Mohammadi. The IOC expressed deep concern but stressed its limitations as a non-governmental sports organisation.

Dimitri Payet waving to the crowd while wearing a Marseille football kit
Soccer

Former West Ham star Dimitri Payet announces retirement from football

Former West Ham and France midfielder Dimitri Payet has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 38 following a 21-year career.

Trent Alexander-Arnold playing for Real Madrid and England manager Thomas Tuchel on the touchline
Soccer

Gary Lineker questions Thomas Tuchel dropping Trent Alexander-Arnold

Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer have questioned Thomas Tuchel's decision to drop Trent Alexander-Arnold for England's upcoming World Cup preparation matches.

Arne Slot looking visibly frustrated on the touchline during a Liverpool match
Soccer

Liverpool lose intensity as Arne Slot blames demanding fixture schedule

Liverpool's high-intensity pressing game has declined under Arne Slot following a damaging Premier League defeat at Brighton.

Alice Kinsella competing on the balance beam at the British Artistic Gymnastics Championships
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Alice Kinsella makes British gymnastics history after giving birth

Alice Kinsella has made history as the first British artistic gymnast to return to elite competition after giving birth, finishing fourth on the beam.

Gennaro Gattuso shouting instructions from the touchline while managing the Italy national team
Soccer

Italy boss Gennaro Gattuso faces Northern Ireland in World Cup play-off

Gennaro Gattuso faces the daunting task of guiding Italy back to the World Cup as they prepare for a high-stakes play-off against Northern Ireland.

Aryna Sabalenka hitting a forehand during her Miami Open match
Sport

Aryna Sabalenka sweeps past Caty McNally to reach Miami Open last 16

World number one Aryna Sabalenka extended her winning streak to eight matches by beating Caty McNally to reach the last 16 of the Miami Open.

England manager Thomas Tuchel observing players during a training session ahead of the World Cup
Soccer

Thomas Tuchel prioritises squad harmony for England World Cup selection

England manager Thomas Tuchel is prepared to omit star players from his World Cup squad to maintain team harmony. The German faces tough choices as he whittles his 55-man longlist down to a final 23 for the tournament in North America.