Australian cyclist nearly hit by car at Tour of Britain Women
Australian rider Brodie Chapman says she was nearly hit by a car during the Tour of Britain Women, highlighting safety concerns for cyclists in the race.
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Maddison Levi Wallaroos Debut: Sevens Star Faces New Zealand
Maddison Levi will debut for the Wallaroos in their 100th Test against New Zealand on Saturday, marking a historic moment as the sevens star transitions to 15s rugby.
US Open 2026 Prize Money Hits Record $75M
The US Open 2026 will offer a record $75 million in total prize money, with men’s and women’s singles champions each earning $3.6 million, the USTA announced. The increase continues a trend of rising pay for tennis players.
Seven-year-old scores grade 8 in maths GCSE, nine years early
Seven-year-old Jivyan Dhruva from West London earned a grade 8 in maths GCSE, scoring 196 out of 240, nine years before the typical age. He is now preparing for A-levels in maths and further maths next year.
Edmonton Marathon Admits Course Was 674 Metres Too Long
Edmonton Marathon organisers admitted the 2026 course was 674.4 metres too long, sparking outrage from runners whose personal bests and Boston Marathon qualification hopes were affected.
Grand Slams Form Player Council for Prize Money Dispute
The four tennis Grand Slams have created a player advisory council to address the growing row over prize money distribution, ahead of the US Open.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam PS5 review – tactical 50v50 shooter
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam offers a demanding, tactical 50v50 shooter set in the Vietnam War, scoring 7/10 on PS5. It requires dedication but rewards with strategic depth.
Amy Hunt's Historic Four Golds at European Championships
Amy Hunt won an unprecedented four golds at the European Championships, celebrated with champagne and KFC, and eyes future success.
Running Community Offers Support and Camaraderie, Readers Say
Readers respond to Ioan Marc Jones's article on learning to love running, highlighting the welcoming nature of running clubs and parkrun events.
Hunter Bell Wins 1500m Gold at European Championships
Britain's Georgia Hunter Bell won 1500m gold at the European Athletics Championships, securing her first major title with a season-best time.
Amy Hunt's Fourth European Gold: Dream Comeback
Amy Hunt clinched her fourth European Championships gold in Munich, marking a triumphant return from injury and cementing her status as a sprinting powerhouse.
Sudoku 7420 Easy: Guardian Puzzle Guide
Sudoku 7420 Easy from The Guardian, published 17 August 2026, offers a gentle challenge. Solve it with our step-by-step tips and logic strategies.
Tommy John, pitcher whose surgery changed baseball, dies at 83
Tommy John, the first player to undergo the pioneering ligament-replacement surgery that now bears his name, has died at 83, his former team the New York Yankees confirmed.
Birmingham 2026 Day Seven: European Athletics Championships Live
Day seven at Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships: live updates on finals, medal races, and key performances as the event concludes.
Swiatek hits back at critics after ending title drought
Iga Swiatek clinched her first title in 11 months at the Canadian Open, then spoke out against the intense scrutiny and criticism she faces from Polish media and fans.
Parkrun's Joy and Inclusivity Defended by Readers
Readers defend parkrun's inclusive joy, citing camaraderie and health benefits, and suggest critics avoid the one-hour weekly event.
Amy Hunt wins 200m gold at European Championships 2026
Amy Hunt clinched 200m gold on day four of the 2026 European Athletics Championships, adding to her 100m title. The 24-year-old Briton finished in 22.01 seconds, a championship record.
Euro Athletics day three: Hudson-Smith final, Asher-Smith semi
Day three of European Athletics Championships in Birmingham: Matthew Hudson-Smith in 400m final, Dina Asher-Smith wins 200m semi, Amy Hunt also qualifies.
Kushner and Iger Reportedly Buying LA Lakers for $12bn
Josh Kushner and Bob Iger are reportedly buying the Los Angeles Lakers for $12 billion, a record for a sports team sale, according to sources familiar with the deal.
Arthur Fery returns at Cincinnati after Wimbledon run
Arthur Fery, ranked 36th, returns at Cincinnati Open with a bye after his Wimbledon semi-final run, ready to test himself at Masters level.
Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez marry in Portugal ceremony
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez have married in a civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, with their five children present, a representative confirmed.
Bow Echo Retires: Unbeaten Miler's Career Cut Short
Unbeaten colt Bow Echo retired after training injury, ending a career with 2,000 Guineas, St James's Palace, and Sussex Stakes wins.
European Athletics Championships: Day Two Live
Day two of the European Athletics Championships features finals in 10,000m, hammer throw, and more, with live updates on results, records, and medal counts.
Ingebrigtsen returns for 5,000m final after surgery
Jakob Ingebrigtsen makes his 2024 track debut in the men's 5,000m final, months after Achilles surgery, aiming to defend his Olympic title.
Richard claims US all-around title with commanding lead
Fred Richard, 22, won his first US men's gymnastics all-around title with 170.015, two points ahead of Shane Wiskus, boosting his 2028 Olympic hopes.
Blakely, Pease tied at US gymnastics championships
Skye Blakely and Claire Pease each scored 55.6 to share the all-around lead after day one of the US gymnastics championships in Phoenix.
Vollering grabs Tour Femmes yellow, Niewiadoma angry
Demi Vollering attacked late on stage 7 to take the Tour de France Femmes yellow jersey by eight seconds from Kasia Niewiadoma, who accused Vollering's team of blocking her.
Niewiadoma wins on Ventoux, seizes Tour Femmes lead
Kasia Niewiadoma clinched a solo victory on Mont Ventoux, overtaking Marlen Reusser to lead the Tour de France Femmes by 15 seconds over Demi Vollering.
Georgia Hunter-Bell Wins Historic European Athletics Gold
Georgia Hunter-Bell claimed Britain's first European athletics gold of 2026, winning the 800m in a championship record time of 1:55.82, according to European Athletics.
Chris Smith obituary: Capturing sport's drama and emotion
The late photographer Chris Smith left a legacy of iconic images capturing the drama and emotion of sport's biggest stars, from Muhammad Ali to Paul Gascoigne.
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