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New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler preparing to throw a pitch on the baseball mound
Baseball

Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler receives threats before Boston start

New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler has revealed that he and his family have been subjected to death threats ahead of his Fenway Park debut against the Boston Red Sox.

Marcel Hug competing in his racing wheelchair at the Boston Marathon
Other

Marcel Hug secures ninth Boston Marathon wheelchair title in dominant win

Switzerland's Marcel Hug secured his ninth men's wheelchair title at the Boston Marathon. He dominated the race to finish just shy of his own course record.

West Ham and Crystal Palace players competing for the ball during a Premier League match at Selhurst Park
Soccer

West Ham visit Crystal Palace in vital Premier League London derby

West Ham travel to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace in a crucial Premier League London derby as they battle for top-flight survival. Find out how to watch the Monday night fixture live.

Jonathan Klinsmann receiving medical attention on the pitch during a Serie B match
Soccer

Cesena goalkeeper Jonathan Klinsmann fractures neck in Serie B match

Cesena goalkeeper Jonathan Klinsmann has fractured his neck following a severe collision against Palermo. The American international is facing a lengthy recovery period.

Marcus Rashford in action for Barcelona during a Spanish La Liga match
Soccer

Barcelona transfer for Marcus Rashford depends on Robert Lewandowski future

Barcelona's hopes of signing Marcus Rashford on a permanent £26m deal from Manchester United could rely on Robert Lewandowski leaving the club.

San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams preparing to block a defender during an NFL game
Football

San Francisco 49ers sign Trent Williams to record $50m extension

San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams has agreed a historic two-year contract extension worth $50m (£39.5m), setting new NFL financial records.

A modern football suspended in the air right before a player makes a header during a match
Soccer

Scientists find redesigned footballs reduce heading impact on brain

Loughborough University scientists have discovered that heading a football transfers a dangerous pressure wave to the brain. An FA-backed study suggests redesigned balls could minimise this energy and reduce long-term neurological risks.

Chelsea players looking dejected on the pitch at Stamford Bridge during a Premier League match.
Soccer

Chelsea require Aston Villa Europa League win to secure Champions League

Chelsea retain a slim chance of qualifying for next season's Champions League despite sitting sixth. Their hopes rely on Aston Villa winning the Europa League while finishing fifth.