Draper knocked out as Medvedev capitalises on controversial call in Indian Wells
British No 1’s title defence ends with 6-1, 7-5 lossCarlos Alcaraz beats Cameron Norrie to reach semisJack Draper was controversially ruled to have caused a hindrance to Daniil Medvedev as his Indian Wells title defence ended in the quarter-finals. The 24-year-old Briton, looking understandably weary from his exploits in beating Novak Djokovic less than 24 …
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'He never stops... I love it': How 'control freak' Tonda Eckert 'breathed life' back into Southampton - neuroscience, the World Cup winners that shaped win at all costs mentality and the 'one per cents' that dragged Saints back into promotion race
One of the first things Tonda Eckert wanted after arriving at Southampton was for every member of staff to smile a bit more. That's easier said than done when morale is quite so atrocious.
McIlroy makes sluggish start as five share early lead at The Players
Sepp Straka and Sahith Theegala are part of a five-way tie for the early lead at The Players, as Rory McIlroy made a sluggish start to his title defence at TPC Sawgrass.
Five share lead at The Players as McIlroy struggles | Round one highlights
Highlights from the first round of The Players at TPC Sawgrass, as five players share the lead with Rory McIlroy struggling following a return from injury.
The Players: Full R2 groupings and UK start times
Groupings and tee times for the second round of The Players, the PGA Tour's flagship event held at TPC Sawgrass in Florida.
Will Iran boycott the World Cup over US strikes and who might replace them?
Iran previously boycotted the World Cup draw in November and tensions have significantly escalated following US and Israeli attacks on the country
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Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Bukayo Saka could switch to No 10, Brentford’s Igor Thiago sets sights on 20-goal mark and a key selection dilemma looms for ChelseaPremier League top scorers: latest top-flight standingsIn the summer, Burnley signed two new goalkeepers. Martin Dubravka agreed a one-year deal after leaving Newcastle, and has been one of the successes from a questionable …
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From fuming to celebrating! Humphries hits superb checkout to beat Littler
Luke Humphries had the last laugh in Nottingham, responding in style to the crowd as he beat Luke Littler in the semi-final on Night 6 of the Premier League.
Clayton wins despite suffering with gout: I’m dreading taking my shoe off!
Jonny Clayton said he was having a difficult time suffering with gout in his ankle so was impressed he managed to win in Nottingham.
Does Littler mock Forest result in Nottingham after Europa League defeat?
Luke Littler appeared to gesture '0-1' during his walk-on in Nottingham, after Forest lost to FC Midtjylland in the Europa League.
'Rusty' McIlroy confident of comeback | 'Don't feel like I'm that far away'
Rory McIlroy remains confident of challenging for a successful title defence at The Players, despite feeling ‘rusty’ during a sluggish opening round at TPC Sawgrass.
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Lowry finds water twice on final hole to post QUAD at The Players
Shane Lowry ended his opening round at The Players with a quadruple bogey after twice finding the water at the 18th hole at TPC Sawgrass.
McIlroy struggles to opening-round 74 at The Players after back injury concern
Watch the story of Rory McIlroy's opening round at The Players, as he posted a two-over 74 at TPC Sawgrass after recovering from a back injury which forced him to withdraw at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Sabalenka beats 'future champion' Mboko as Zverev joins elite company
World number one Aryna Sabalenka beats "future Grand Slam champion" Victoria Mboko at Indian Wells - but Iga Swiatek is out.
Clayton overcomes gout to crush Humphries in final
Jonny Clayton struggles with gout but still wins night six of the Premier League in Nottingham by crushing Luke Humphries 6-1 in the final.
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'It's how you speak to a mate' - Smith and Itoje brush off on-pitch row
Fin Smith says his on-pitch disagreement with England captain Maro Itoje shows the depth of their relationship, rather than any disintegration of team unity.
Fastest to 100 wins - Europa specialist Emery sets Villa record
Unai Emery becomes the quickest of the three Aston Villa managers to reach 100 victories as his side defeat Lille in the Europa League last 16.
