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Greyhounds bound for Australia as New Zealand racing ban takes effect

At least two chartered flights carrying up to 150 greyhounds are set to fly to Australia's eastern states, the BBC understands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yuMTbn8

Watch: Women's Open second-round highlights

Day 2 Highlights from Royal Lytham. Who’s on course to take Miyu Yamashita’s title? from BBC News https://ift.tt/gwynU7P

Defender Stones joins Inter Milan on free transfer

England defender John Stones joins Italian Serie A champions Inter Milan on a free transfer and signs a two-year contract. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KgdqXwC

Watch: Women's Open first-round highlights

Highlights of the opening day of the Women’s Open from Royal Lytham & St Annes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/un1T3bh

'Change is inevitable' - Liverpool CEO on FSG, Iraola and consortium talks

Liverpool Billy Hogan talks to BBC Sport in New York about investment, transition and why FSG aren't done yet. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3TcGuh9

Saudi Arabia's dilemma as it tries to stay out of US-Iran war

The kingdom faces a choice of whether to keep hitting back as a deterrent or to try to de-escalate the situation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RGi9OPh

Despair to delight for Wales' golden girl Evans

Gymnast Ruby Evans goes from despair to gold in Glasgow after glory in the floor final at the Commonwealth Games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4eFWrsE

Savinho open to leaving Man City amid Spurs interest

Manchester City winger Savinho is open to leaving the club and is keen to join Premier League rivals Tottenham. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kXEDpwr

Grieving mum was told baby's ashes were animal remains

Lucy Ness says "I hope my baby's remains are with someone who loves them like I loved these". from BBC News https://ift.tt/lPvuCY2

'Nothing makes sense' - Ramsay-Peaty beaten again

Adam Ramsay-Peaty says "nothing makes sense" as he again has to settle for bronze at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ctMTnIO

Wildfires 'stark reminder' of extreme climate challenge, says William

The prince's warning comes as wildfires rage in parts of Europe and the UK during a spell of extreme heat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L8dpglX

Buttler at his best as Super Giants thrash Phoenix

Jos Buttler stars with 90 from 50 balls as Manchester Super Giants ease past Birmingham Phoenix at Old Trafford - winning by 87 runs in the men's Hundred. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2gChOHD

Burnham to address social care, youth unemployment and devolution

A No 10 source says it is an attempt by the prime minister to show he is "hitting the ground running". from BBC News https://ift.tt/aXmBVqK

Gymnast Langton cleared of serious injury after shocking fall

English gymnast Gabriel Langton is cleared of serious injury after a sickening fall at the Commonwealth Games on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kIyt1KJ

Scotland win three medals in 45 minutes to kick-start Glasgow 2026

Scotland claim three medals in a magnificent 45 minutes in the pool to kick-start the hosts' Commonwealth Games in fine style in Glasgow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6LjbX57

Trump vows to investigate EU over fining of US tech companies

The US president says fines against Google, as well as Apple, Meta and Amazon, should be "entirely reversed." from BBC News https://ift.tt/r7cYt3O

Can Emery work his magic again at Villa?

Aston Villa are back in the Champions League but must now cope with the loss of key players Morgan Rogers and Youri Tielemans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iwCHyfD

Ready to 'conquer Earth' - Joshua embraces comeback spotlight

Anthony Joshua appears relaxed and encourages a sizeable Albanian contingent, supporting his opponent, to bring their "energy" for his comeback fight on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uT5r1HG

Menzies taken ill on stage at World Matchplay

Cameron Menzies needs medical attention after being taken ill during his World Matchplay second-round match against Ross Smith in Blackpool on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/imAgZTP

Teenager drops social media addiction lawsuit against Meta

Claims from a 15-year-old boy were set to go to trial next week in Los Angeles, but the case has now been dropped. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qwKN4Oj

All-round Curran leads MI London to dominant win

Sam Curran takes two wickets and hits an unbeaten half-century as MI London beat Sunrisers Leeds in the men's Hundred opener. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lXbtgck

Chelsea interested in former Man City defender Stones

Chelsea are interested in signing England defender John Stones on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester City. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GoqUIOa

King hails design of Europe's first eco mosque

King Charles says he is impressed with "all the care and attention" on the building in Cambridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ezS8bcE

Messi says 'pain is immense' after losing World Cup final

Lionel Messi says "the pain is immense" and that it "will take time to heal" after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2wnbPNR

Two riders die in separate British eventing competitions

Two riders have died after separate incidents in competitions on Saturday, British Eventing confirms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fG7iMZL

Fleetwood still dreaming of winning an open Open

Local favourite Tommy Fleetwood is five shots behind Open leader Sam Burns after two late bogeys threaten to crush his Birkdale dreams. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SewRamW

Russell 'infuriated' by straight-line issue that leaves him 'powerless'

George Russell says a "serious issue" with the straight-line performance of his Mercedes is making his title fight with Kimi Antonelli "impossible". from BBC News https://ift.tt/tbUMReG

Watch: The Open second round highlights

Second Round Highlights. How is the stellar field coping at Royal Birkdale? from BBC News https://ift.tt/j9ZMeGJ

Stick with Tuchel unless Guardiola is available - Rooney

Wayne Rooney thinks the Football Association should stick with Thomas Tuchel as England head coach unless a move for Pep Guardiola is possible. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EU9zb4l

Some England players disappointed at Tuchel's tactics

BBC Sport understands that Thomas Tuchel's defensive tactics in the World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina are being hotly debated by the England squad. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gotWZJX

More people around the world now favour China over the US, Pew study suggests

There is more confidence in Xi Jinping than Donald Trump, the US think tank's survey indicates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QNxWLyl

Villa warned over sportswashing after Visit Rwanda deal

Aston Villa are warned their new £20m-a-year sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda will be used by the nation to sportswash its human rights record. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EsyPKJO

Chance to face Messi once in a lifetime - O'Reilly

England left-back Nico O'Reilly is relishing the "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity" to face Lionel Messi in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uOmzYTd

Paramount and Warner Bros sued to block $110bn mega merger

A dozen US states are taking legal action to halt the largest media consolidation in Hollywood history. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iHx6hGO

Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup

Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world". from BBC News https://ift.tt/fvqzD6Y

Noskova, an astonishing Wimbledon fightback - and a kiss to the sky

Linda Noskova produces "one of the all-time greatest efforts on Centre Court" to win Wimbledon - and thanks her late mother, Ivana, for inspiring her. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZUFrD0e

Fitzpatrick shares lead at fog-disrupted Scottish Open

Matt Fitzpatrick holds a share of the lead and out-of-sorts Rory McIlroy struggles in an unfinished third round at the Genesis Scottish Open where fog caused havoc. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h5egbX3

Eleven-try England thrash sorry Fiji to end losing run

Henry Pollock scores a hat-trick as England run out convincing winners against a Fiji side reduced to 14 players for the second half in Liverpool. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gbyl3ME

Former England captain Knight announces retirement

World Cup-winning captain Heather Knight joins batter Tammy Beaumont in retiring after the ongoing Test match against India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7fzeotC

New species named after Cape Verde keeper Vozinha

A new species of sea snail has been named after Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha to mark his performance against Spain at the World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LjT0Uzt

'That is out of this world' - best shots from day 11 at Wimbledon

Enjoy the best shots from day 11 at Wimbledon, featuring Great Britain's Alfie Hewett and US Open champion Coco Gauff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N7Rj2Ya

Wimbledon thought it had seen everything - then Fery arrived

Wimbledon has witnessed some extraordinary days on Centre Court - but British wildcard Arthur Fery reaching the semi-finals is among the very best. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ta6u4Ii

Wildcard Fery storms past Cobolli and makes Wimbledon history

Arthur Fery makes history at Wimbledon by defeating Italy's Flavio Cobolli in straight sets to become the first British wildcard and only the second in tournament history, to reach the semi-finals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4v6C5kJ

Shades of Keane and Gerrard in Bellingham display - Rooney

Wayne Rooney believes Jude Bellingham's performance against Mexico ranks alongside iconic Steven Gerrard and Roy Keane displays from BBC News https://ift.tt/9ZeaIy0

FA considering appeal after Quansah red card

The Football Association is considering whether to appeal after England defender Jarell Quansah's red card against Mexico. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9Q87oVF

Mbappe condemns racist posts from Paraguay senator

France forward Kylian Mbappe condemns a Paraguayan senator as "despicable" and unworthy of her position after she made a number of racist remarks mocking his origin and education. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TAolDKX

Safety car plays decisive role again in confusing end to chaotic race

The safety car staying out might have been an unsatisfactory way to end the British Grand Prix but this time the rules were followed, writes Andrew Benson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iPuhIzB

Spence muscle problem adds to England right-back concerns

Djed Spence complains of a muscular niggle before the last-16 World Cup tie against Mexico, adding to England's concerns at right-back. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ivyUBGs

Scotland beat Argentina in 12-try thriller

Debutant Gregor Hiddleston is among the seven try-scorers for Scotland as they open their Nations Championship campaign with a 47-38 win over Argentina in Cordoba. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iN81chp

Record crowd hoping for home win - but will Antonelli 'disappear into distance'?

Close to 180,000 people are expected to attend Sunday's British Grand Prix but auguries for a home win are not that good, writes Andrew Benson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VYSRb7l

Sabalenka beats Ostapenko to set up blockbuster Osaka meeting

Aryna Sabalenka battles past Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko to set up a blockbuster fourth-round match against Naomi Osaka at Wimbledon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yeog0xh

Superb Sciver-Brunt leads from the front as England fight back

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt produces a vital innings, hitting 75 off 47 balls, to help her side fight back against South Africa after a poor start in their ICC Women's T20 World Cup semi-final at The Oval, as England set their opponents 170 to win. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RWaXVve

'That was a rocket' - Kane scores winner for England

A "rocket" of a strike from Harry Kane gives England a late lead against DR Congo in Atlanta. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wQPD3Bu