George Ford is missing because of injury, so Rob du Preez will start at fly-half for Sale in their Champions Cup opener against Glasgow.

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois urges supporters to show players more "respect" after team-mate Vinicius Jr is once again the target of abuse by fans.

British darts star Matt Clark was forced to abandon the World Seniors Tour after doctors warned his life was in danger if he failed to rest

Iran have now decided to attend the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington after plans to boycott the event.

Oscar Piastri has been warned that McLaren could sack him after this weekend.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has discussed Mohamed Salah's disappointment at being benched for back-to-back games.

McLaren may have to utilise team orders to deliver the F1 title this weekend.

England international has endured a difficult start to life in Spain

Former Reds forward, who died in a car crash in July, would have turned 29 on Thursday

Sale Sharks women announce the signing of Canada wing Asia Hogan-Rochester from 1 January.

The England batter’s first century in Australia quietened several Australian doubters – and spared one high-profile backer a nude lap of the MCG.

The festive tournament, which has been staged at the iconic London venue since 2007, is preparing to move to Alexandra Palace's Great Hall from 2026-27 as part of the agreement.

LAWRENCE BOOTH AT THE GABBA: When the moment finally came, Joe Root allowed himself a grin, removed his helmet and quietly shrugged his shoulders.

Lando Norris admits he would "love it" if McLaren team orders with Oscar Piastri rescued a championship victory for him in Sunday’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in a scenario where Red Bull’s Max Verstappen was otherwise headed for the title.

Fin Smith admits he has found slipping down England's fly-half pecking order tough to take, with George Ford the first-choice 10 during the autumn Tests.

Newly-promoted side are the surprise package of the season

Judd Trump's brilliant 6-3 win over Si Jiahui in the UK Championship left Alan McManus in awe after his clearance to win the fourth frame

Relive the unforgettable moments of Euro 2022 and the Lionesses' historic triumph with the December edition of Women's Football News

A strict rule will affect nearly half the grid at this weekend's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw at home to Sunderland as Mohamed Salah was benched for the second straight game.

Australian cricket legend Matthew Hayden left the TNT Sports panel in stitches with his exit after praising Joe Root's away Ashes Test century

Bad night at Elland Road highlights major concern for Blues

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Root’s 135 not out in Brisbane finally ended his long wait for a ton on Australian soil and gave England a platform to revive their Ashes hopes in the second Test