Swiatek banks on Nadal’s former coach to reignite her season

Iga Świątek has hired Francisco Roig after early-season struggles, saying his experience and technical expertise will help her.

Inter Miami: Mascherano walks away from Lionel Messi

A shock departure has rocked Inter Miami, as Javier Mascherano has decided to step down...

Malaysia just dominated Indonesia

Malaysia delivered a dominant performance at the Indonesia Masters 2026, winning 3 out of 5 titles and making a strong statement on the global badminton stage. Competing in a highly competitive environment, Malaysian players showcased depth, consistency, and top-level performance across multiple categories. Leading names like Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik continue to perform at the highest level, while the overall squad strength highlights Malaysia’s growing dominance. This result positions Malaysia as one of the strongest badminton nations currently, raising expectations for upcoming major tournaments.

Former NFL player dies aged 30 following fatal car crash in Florida

Chris Payton-Jones, a former NFL player for five teams, has died in a car accident at age 30. He was the only fatality, while others suffered only minor injuries.

Grand National jockey banned after not stopping tired horse before fall at final fence

Liverpool vs PSG: Dembélé’s powerful words following qualification

Ousmane Dembélé, Paris Saint-Germain’s 28-year-old right winger, spoke to Canal+ following the Parisians’ 0-2 victory against Liverpool this Tuesday at Anfield. The win came in the Champions League quarter-final second leg (0-4 on aggregate) for the 2025-2026 season. Dembélé: “It’s only natural. This is the Champions League.” Was the qualification tougher than you expected? “We are in the quarter-finals of the Champions League; even with a 2-0...

WWE fans hail AAA as 'best wrestling show'

WrestleMania is days away, but fans can't get enough of WWE's 'best kept secret'.

Liverpool vs PSG – Al-Khelaïfi hasn’t forgotten Ekitike and is highlighting the Parisian project

Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool faced off this Tuesday at Anfield in the second leg of their 2025-2026 Champions League quarter-final. The match ended in a 2-0 victory for PSG (4-0 on aggregate). After the game, PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi spoke to CBS Sports Golazo. Al-Khelaïfi: “We are also thinking of Hugo Ekitike.” Proud to be in the semi-finals? Of course, but before talking about that, I want to emphasize that we are thinking of the...

PSG – João Neves’ secrets revealed

Roger Schmidt, his coach at Benfica, was asked by L’Equipe to comment on the beauty of João Neves’s game. According to him, there are two explanations for the 21-year-old Paris Saint-Germain and Portugal midfielder. “Neves was playing on the beach.” “It’s funny because that’s the question I asked him: how come your first touch is so good? And your ball control? Where does this incredible technique come from? He told me it’s because as a kid, he...

Napoli owner demands football games to be 50 minutes and to scrap yellow and red cards

Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis has proposed some radical changes to football in fear it 'will lose the younger generation'.

Griezmann: Heading to the World Cup, but not with France

Antoine Griezmann has cleared up any uncertainty about his summer plans: he will indeed be...

Why Prince Harry left AFL club in a state of shock by choosing them for a royal visit

The club's CEO has revealed there were gasps of surprise when the Duke of Sussex's appearance was announced.

Mikel Arteta demands 'pure fire' from jittery Arsenal as fears of another trophyless season grow

The Gunners are teetering on the edge of freefall after crashing out of the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, whilst losing against Bournemouth on Saturday to dent their Premier League title tilt.

Asia championships winners — but who stole the show?

The Badminton Asia Championships 2026 in Ningbo concluded with top performances across all categories. Shi Yu Qi claimed the men’s singles title, while An Se-young dominated women’s singles. South Korea showed strong presence with wins in men’s doubles and mixed doubles through Kim Won-ho/Seo Seung-jae and Kim Jae-hyeon/Jang Ha-jeong. China also secured the women’s doubles title with Li Yijing and Luo Xumin. The tournament highlighted the depth and competitiveness of Asian badminton, with both established champions and rising challengers delivering impressive performances throughout the event.

Controversial Man United red card has Roy Keane believing 'game's gone'

Roy Keane was one of the many people not impressed after Lisandro Martinez was sent off for a hair-pull in Man United’s 2-1 defeat to Leeds at Old Trafford. It was Michael Carrick’s side’s first game in 24 days after an extended break where they had a training camp at Carton House, and they looked […]

Italy reinstated for the World Cup? FIFA’s wild idea

What if Italy ultimately played in the World Cup? With the ongoing conflict involving Iran,...

Revealed: The huge sum Rory McIlroy's caddie has banked from Masters win

While Rory McIlroy continues to bask in the adulation of his latest Masters triumph, there is someone pivotal to his success who will also be celebrating for more than one reason.

World's most expensive badminton rackets of all time

Discover the elite gear used by pros. From Yonex to Li-Ning, here are the world's most expensive rackets.

Liverpool vs PSG – Big blow for Paris in the first half!

Nuno Mendes, the 23-year-old Paris Saint-Germain full-back, had to leave the field in the first half of Tuesday night’s Champions League quarter-final second leg against Liverpool. He appears to have a muscular issue. The reasons for Nuno Mendes’ absence are still unclear, but there are already concerns that it could impact the end of the season as matches come thick and fast. Hopefully, the news will ultimately be positive, suggesting it’s more...

Tragedy as AFL star Jordan Dawson's 35-year-old brother is found dead after desperate search

Jaryd Dawson, the brother of Adelaide Crows skipper Jordan, was just 35 years old.

Ronaldinho settles scores with PSG coach he didn’t like at all

More than 20 years later, Ronaldinho still hasn’t gotten over certain aspects of his time...

Liverpool's Champions League hopes may be over - but there are reasons to be cheerful: Lewis Steele

LEWIS STEELE AT ANFIELD: There is no hiding that this has been a tricky second album after a smash hit for Slot last season.

Gary Neville buys up Mark Goldbridge in seven-figure deal: Legend and controversial YouTuber team up

MIKE KEEGAN: Gary Neville's The Overlap has bought Manchester United influencer Mark Goldbridge's YouTube channels.

Stokes reveals he is 'lucky' to be alive after horror cricket injury left England star in a 'mess'

LAWRENCE BOOTH: Ben Stokes has said he is 'lucky' to be alive after a ball broke his cheekbone during a net session at Durham in February.

England 1-0 Spain: Sarina Wiegman's change hints at a new direction as Mary Earps says goodbye

England's hard-fought victory over world champions Spain was helpful in more ways than one.

Luxury watches Erica Stoll wore to Masters... with neither made by husband Rory McIlroy's sponsor

McIlroy wrote another piece of golfing history at Augusta this weekend, becoming just the fourth man in the history of the sport to defend his Masters title.

'Inspirational' ultra-marathon runner, 35, dies while trying to beat world record on Highlands trail

35-year-old David Parrish was a former Royal Marine and elite athlete, who was attempting to set a new world record for the fastest crossing of the 234-mile (376km) Cape Wrath Trail.

Controversial Hulk Hogan 'deflected' after being booed in final ever TV appearance

'No, of course, it didn't hurt'

Slot boosted by Liverpool display in 2-0 second leg loss to PSG at Anfield

Is that Liverpool's last Champions League game for a while?

Lachie Neale reveals twist in his future plans after being tied to a move to Perth

Lachie Neale's future has been one of the most talked about topics in the AFL - and now he's dropped a big clue on where he wants to end up.

Football's most infamous hair pulls after Lisandro Martinez's controversial red card

Lisandro Martinez's red card for pulling Dominic Calvert-Lewin's ponytail proved costly on Monday night as Manchester United fell to a 2-1 defeat against bitter rivals Leeds at Old Trafford.

BWF is changing badminton forever

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is currently testing synthetic feather shuttlecocks as a potential alternative to traditional natural feather shuttles. This move comes in response to rising production costs and a shortage of natural feathers, which have made shuttlecocks more expensive and difficult to supply. Since shuttlecocks play a crucial role in determining speed, control, and gameplay dynamics, even small changes could significantly impact the sport. To evaluate their performance, BWF plans to introduce synthetic shuttles in junior and lower-tier tournaments before considering wider adoption. If successful, this innovation could reshape badminton at all levels, potentially leading to changes in playing styles and strategies.

2-year-old badminton prodigy goes viral — China’s next talent?

A 2-year-old badminton prodigy from Guangdong, China is going viral for his impressive racket control and coordination at such a young age. While his identity remains unknown, his skills have sparked discussions about China’s approach to developing badminton talent. Known for starting training early, China focuses on building fundamentals like coordination, footwork, and racket control from a young age. This structured system has produced some of the world’s top players over the years. The viral video highlights how early exposure and disciplined training can shape future athletes, raising curiosity about whether this young boy could be a future star in the making.

Liverpool vs PSG – Luis Enrique speaks his mind after qualifying for the semi-finals

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Liverpool 2-0 this Tuesday at Anfield in the second leg of their 2025-2026 Champions League quarter-final (4-0 on aggregate). Following this victory, PSG coach Luis Enrique spoke at a press conference. Luis Enrique: “We showed what kind of team we are.” Is it sweeter to win after so much suffering? “It was an important match that showed the fans of both teams two very good sides. We tried to control the game. It was...

Greatest Champions League comebacks ranked: Liverpool are no strangers to sensational turnarounds

No competition does comebacks quite like the Champions League . The feeling that a tie is never truly over is part of what makes elite European football so enthralling.

Bayern veteran Neuer primed for one final battle with rivals Real

Though not the risk-hungry, 'sweeper keeper' of his prime, the 39-year-old was outstanding in Bayern's 2-1 first-leg victory in Madrid.

Tyson Fury spotted taking budget flight home to £5m Isle of Man mansion hours after £18.6m victory

The Gypsy King, 37, was spotted on Sunday at London City Airport hopping on a no-frills Logan Air flight - with tickets costing as little as £40 - bound for the Isle of Man.

Alejandro Garnacho wipes Chelsea from TikTok - and likes United return calls amid transfer reports

Alejandro Garnacho could face Manchester United for the first time since leaving this weekend - but does he wish he was still at the club?

Union Berlin pushes back on sexist comments aimed at trailblazing coach Marie-Louise Eta

Eta has been named interim coach for the last five games of the season as Union aims to avoid relegation from Germany's Bundesliga. View on euronews

Liverpool/PSG – "For me, it was a clear penalty": Konaté shows no shame

The quarter-final clash between Liverpool FC and Paris Saint-Germain continues to spark debate… particularly over...

Football referee is shot dead in front of players and fans mid-match after attackers storm pitch

A referee has been shot dead during a neighbourhood football match in Ecuador, sending shockwaves through the local community.

Leeds-born Erling Haaland celebrates childhood club's win over arch rivals Manchester United

Erling Haaland has toasted Leeds' win over Manchester United after the Man City star watched his childhood club earn their first top flight scalp at Old Trafford in 45 years.

Two seriously injured, five others hurt in KBOK cycling crash

The two athletes represented Sarawak and Johor respectively.

PSG qualify for UCL semifinal but lose Désiré Doué

Paris Saint-Germain secured their place in the semi-finals at Anfield, but the night left a...

Sergio Garcia apologizes for final round Masters meltdown

Initially, the 46-year-old showed minimal contrition - despite even getting a code of conduct warning from his round - when he spoke at the end of the day about it.

Gary Neville names a very different top five Premier League midfielders to 'biased' Jamie Carragher

Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher don't often see eye-to-eye and that was apparent as the pair named their greatest Premier League midfielders.

Carrick was on holiday when Man United faced Leeds in January - now he's in the Red Devils hot seat

CHRIS WHEELER: Three months further on and Carrick is presiding over a run of seven wins in 10, and a considerably more stable club than the one that lurched from drama to crisis under Amorim.

Alexander Isak starts for the first time since December as Arne Slot turns to £125m man against PSG

The Reds must overturn a two-goal deficit against the European champions and Slot has made several big selection calls.

Why does Malaysia need Zii Jia back now?

Lee Zii Jia’s recent visit to the Academy Badminton Malaysia (ABM) has sparked discussions about his evolving role in Malaysian badminton. After leaving the national setup to pursue an independent career, his return in a mentorship-like capacity raises questions about the current needs of the system. With the Thomas Cup squad preparing for major competitions, his experience, mindset, and presence provide valuable support to younger players. His journey highlights how individual paths can still contribute to the larger system, especially during rebuilding phases. This moment reflects both his importance and the evolving dynamics of Malaysian badminton.

These are the Man United stars who are being badly exposed as Michael Carrick risks Sir Jim's wrath

CHRIS WHEELER: Just when Manchester United looked to be coasting into the Champions League, along came Leeds to sow some seeds of doubt.