Auriemma Feels 'Dumb' Over Staley Clash
UConn coach Geno Auriemma said he felt 'dumb' for his postgame confrontation with Dawn Staley at the Final Four, admitting critics were 'lying in weeds waiting.'
Category : Athletics
London Marathon Sets Record with Over 1 Million UK Applicants
The London Marathon received over 1.33 million global applications for 2027, including 1 million from UK adults, setting new records and highlighting running's boom.
Edwards Returns, Timberwolves Beat Spurs in Game 1
Anthony Edwards returned from injury to score 18 points, leading Minnesota to a 104-102 win over San Antonio. Victor Wembanyama set a playoff record with 12 blocks.
Sabalenka warns of Grand Slam boycott over pay row
World No1 Aryna Sabalenka threatens Grand Slam boycott unless players get bigger revenue share. Top stars demand 22% of revenue for prize money.
London Marathon Ballot Hits Record 1.34M Applicants
The London Marathon received 1,338,544 ballot entries for 2027, doubling in two years and surpassing all other World Marathon Majors combined.
Quarter of UK Fans Plan US Sport Trips
Nearly a quarter of British sports fans plan to travel to the US for live sports, with NFL, NBA, and MLB driving global fandom. Lionel Messi tops most-followed list.
Best Sci-Fi Survival Horror Games of 2026
Explore the best sci-fi survival horror games available now, from Alien: Isolation to Bloodborne, perfect for fans of Directive 8020.
Readers Recall PE Trauma: From Gym Nightmares to Fitness
Guardian readers respond to Emma Beddington's article on how school PE lessons can shape lifelong beliefs about physical activity, sharing memories of ridicule and abuse.
49 Ways to Have Fun Right Now: Skydiving, Counting Dogs, and More
Discover 49 tried-and-tested ways to inject joy into your life, from wind tunnel skydiving and cartwheels to kitchen discos and dog counting. Fun is essential!
No Female Head Coaches in Women's Six Nations: A Deep Dive
A new 10-point plan aims to address the lack of female coaches in elite women's rugby, with only one top-10 nation led by a woman. Experts weigh in on barriers and solutions.
Gilmore Claims Gold Coast Surfing Title
Steph Gilmore secured her eighth World Surf League title with a dominant performance at the Gold Coast, cementing her legacy as one of surfing's greatest athletes.
Brothers on Track to Smash £1 Million Dementia Goal
Jordan and Cian Adams, carrying a rare dementia gene, are running 33 marathons in 33 days across Ireland, surpassing their £1 million fundraising target.
Gloucester Rugby Secures £300k Fan Investment at £36.5m
Gloucester Rugby has raised £300k from fan investors at a £36.5m valuation, with 122 pledges averaging over £2,500 each. The club joins a trend of external investment in Premiership Rugby.
London Marathon Runner in Critical Condition After Cardiac Arrest
Paramedic Gareth Hopkins, 43, suffered a cardiac arrest a mile from the London Marathon finish line. He is in intensive care after running for Age UK in tribute to his grandmother.
Inoue Outlasts Nakatani in Tokyo Title Defense
Naoya Inoue won a unanimous decision over Junto Nakatani at the Tokyo Dome, retaining his undisputed super-bantamweight championship in a thrilling bout.
Golden Tempo Wins Kentucky Derby; DeVaux Makes History
Golden Tempo won the 152nd Kentucky Derby, making Cherie DeVaux the first female trainer to win. Jose Ortiz rode the 23-1 long shot to victory, beating his brother Irad.
Della Maddalena Suffers Brutal UFC Loss to Prates
Jack Della Maddalena lost a one-sided UFC welterweight bout to Carlos Prates in Perth, suffering a brutal beating. Quillan Salkilld won the co-main event by first-round knockout.
Australia Sets Three Records at World Athletics Relays
Australia's 4x100m team equalled the national record, while men's and mixed 4x400m quartets set new Australian benchmarks at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana.
Walsh Sets 100m Butterfly World Record Again
American swimmer Gretchen Walsh clocked 54.33 seconds in Florida, breaking her own world record for the third time in a year and now owns the 13 fastest times in the event.
50 Years of Labor Union Documentaries: Solidarity on Screen
From Harlan County, USA to Union, a look at how documentaries have captured the struggles and resilience of American labor unions over five decades.
DeChambeau Denies PGA Tour Talks, Commits to LIV Golf
Bryson DeChambeau refutes claims of seeking a return to the PGA Tour, affirming his commitment to LIV Golf amid financial uncertainty and a new junior golf initiative.
LeBron James Leads Lakers Past Rockets in Playoff Upset
At 41, LeBron James averaged 23 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds to lead the Lakers to a series win over the Rockets, defying age and expectations.
US Vineyards Battle Invasive Spotted Lanternflies
Spotted lanternflies are devastating US vineyards and forests, with experts urging the public to squash them to curb their spread across 19 states.
Loughnane Claims 2,000 Guineas in Classic Milestone
Billy Loughnane wins the 2,000 Guineas, marking a historic Classic victory and launching his 2026 champion jockey bid.
Pope Cody Can Provide Jimmy Orman with Sha Tin Winner
Pope Cody, sixth in the HK Derby, looks to win the Conghua Racecourse Handicap at Sha Tin with blinkers first time and jockey Jimmy Orman.
Wedderburn-Goodison: Racing Fraser-Pryce was humbling
Nia Wedderburn-Goodison reflects on her World Relays debut, racing Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and winning gold with GB's 4x100m team in Guangzhou.
Brighton Uses MMA Fighter for Set-Piece Training
Brighton & Hove Albion have brought in MMA fighter Christian Eckerlin to help players improve their one-on-one duels and resilience at set-pieces, ahead of their match against Newcastle.
London Sport Awards 2026 Honor Everyday Heroes at Guildhall
The 2026 London Sport Awards celebrated grassroots sports heroes at Guildhall, with Olympian Montell Douglas hosting. David Crilly won Lifetime Achievement, and 26 nominees were honored across ten categories.
Cowgirl Sex Position Solves Height Difference Issues
A Reddit user's complaint about sex with a 13-inch height gap leads to advice that cowgirl is the perfect position. Expert explains why it works and suggests other positions.
Magic Mike Dancer's Girlfriend Not Jealous of Lap Dances
Hana Morris, 28, says she loves watching her boyfriend Marcus Vrodas perform as a Magic Mike dancer and isn't jealous of his lap dances, despite online trolls claiming she's not good enough for him.
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