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Today so far 2026-10-08 · 18:01 UTC

The sports world is grappling with fallout from Spygate, with key figures weighing in on the scandal's impact, while Ceferin announced his intention to stand for a fourth term as Uefa president. Across various competitions, teams are preparing for crucial matchups, including Wales' World Cup play-off first leg and Cardiff's comeback against Leinster, while rugby and motorsport continue their seasons with notable team changes and calendar adjustments.

Ecclestone makes history as England fight back

Sophie Ecclestone becomes England's all-time leading wicket-taker across all formats as the hosts fight back late on day one against India of the first women's Test at Lord's.

2026-07-10 · 18:04 UTC
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History made at Lord's - with Test finely balanced after opening day

2026-07-10 · 18:04

It's a day for the history books as Lord's hosts it's first women's Test match with England closing the day on 21-1, 264…

Burnley appoint Hayen as new head coach

2026-07-10 · 17:51

Burnley appoint Genk boss Nicky Hayen as their new head coach on a three-year deal.

ECB to face no action over Stokes retirement video

2026-07-10 · 17:49

England will face no action from the International Cricket Council (ICC) over Ben Stokes' retirement video.

'She's cleaned up!' - Ecclestone takes three wickets in six balls

2026-07-10 · 17:00

Sophie Ecclestone takes three wickets in six balls across two overs to reduce India from 279-7 to 285 all out in their…

Matthews hits 159 as West Indies hammer Ireland

2026-07-10 · 16:48

Captain Hayley Matthews hit 159 and claimed three wickets as the West Indies hammered Ireland in the first one-day…

Man arrested after Wigan's Nsemba racially abused

2026-07-10 · 16:43

A man is arrested after Wigan Warriors forward Junior Nsemba is subjected to racist abuse following his side's 16-14…

Cardiff keen to stage Fury-Joshua fight

2026-07-10 · 16:35

Principality Stadium bosses say they are ready to host the proposed heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony…

Merlier powers to victory on stage seven of Tour de France

2026-07-10 · 16:21

Tim Merlier powers to victory in a bunch sprint finish on stage seven of the Tour de France as Tadej Pogacar retains the…

England defender Charles joins Man City from Chelsea

2026-07-10 · 16:00

Manchester City have signed England international Niamh Charles for £500,000 from Women's Super League rivals Chelsea.

Fery's a 'fighter and could have one heck of a career' - Agassi

2026-07-10 · 15:51

Tim Henman and Andre Agassi say Alexander Zverev's serving strength proved decisive against Arthur Fery, but believe the…

Jesus reunites with Ronaldo as new Portugal head coach

2026-07-10 · 15:41

Jorge Jesus is named Portugal's new head coach on a four-year contract to run through to the 2030 World Cup.

West Ham sign forward Salmon on two-year deal

2026-07-10 · 15:31

West Ham have signed England forward Ebony Salmon on a two-year deal following her exit from Aston Villa.

Villiers bowls Harmanpreet with 'excellent delivery'

2026-07-10 · 15:30

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has "no answers" to Mady Villiers' ball as she is bowled for 58 in the first women's Test…

Fery beaten in straight sets as Zverev reaches Wimbledon final

2026-07-10 · 15:16

Alexander Zverev wraps up a straight sets win over British wildcard Arthur Fery to reach the final of Wimbledon for the…

Fery's Wimbledon run ended by Zverev in semi-finals

2026-07-10 · 15:15

Arthur Fery's unforgettable Wimbledon run comes to an end as Alexander Zverev beats the British wildcard to secure a…

Can Wimbledon umpires take toilet breaks?

2026-07-10 · 14:43

Our Ask Me Anything team answer your questions on the people who keep Wimbledon matches running.

Edwards leaves football chief role with Liverpool owners FSG

2026-07-10 · 14:42

Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group announce the departure of Michael Edwards, the company's chief executive of…

Stunned Scheffler misses first cut in four years

2026-07-10 · 14:33

World number one Scottie Scheffler misses a cut for the first time since 2022 as he slumps to an early exit at the…

No century for Mandhana as England finally get breakthrough after lunch

2026-07-10 · 14:32

There's no historic century for India captain Smriti Mandhana as she's caught for 83 off the bowling of Issy Wong as…

Man City offer £10 match tickets for local residents

2026-07-10 · 14:14

Manchester City are to trial an initiative next season offering Premier League matchday tickets priced at £10 for adults…

Scheffler misses cut at Scottish Open

2026-07-10 · 14:13

World number one Scottie Scheffler misses the cut for the first time in 79 tournaments as he bogeys the final hole of…

Why question marks hang over McGregor's UFC return

2026-07-10 · 13:38

Conor McGregor ends a five-year absence when he returns against Max Holloway at UFC 329 on Sunday, but there are many…

No big talk from Scotland in South Africa, just quiet confidence

2026-07-10 · 13:14

Captain Sione Tuipulotu believes Scotland have "evolved into the team they wanted to become" but has learned not to make…

How do England stop Norway - and Haaland?

2026-07-10 · 12:39

As England prepare to face Norway in a World Cup quarter-final on Saturday how do Thomas Tuchel's side prepare for their…

5 Live Sport: All About… Wimbledon 2026

2026-07-10 · 12:27

John McEnroe takes listeners' calls live from Wimbledon - and Linda Noskova stops by.

'What old timers can do' - the evolution of Belgium's golden generation

2026-07-10 · 11:38

BBC Sport explores what is behind Belgium's progress to the last eight of the World Cup, and whether they were too…

England advised to avoid alcohol around matches after off-field incidents

2026-07-10 · 11:32

England men's players are advised to avoid drinking alcohol on the day before and the day after matches, under new…

Zuffa Boxing sign four-weight world champion Stevenson

2026-07-10 · 11:20

Four-division world champion Shakur Stevenson has signed a deal with Zuffa Boxing, the promotion's president Dana White…

Coroner rules inquest needed into Nobby Stiles' death

2026-07-10 · 11:14

An inquest into his death will be held after a corner finds injury consistent with repeated head traumas.

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