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Galopin Des Champs’ shot at history slips away with Gold Cup defeat

Inothewayurthinkin was sharper up the final straight and forced the two-time champion into second place

<p>Mark Walsh and Inothewayurthinkin ends Galopin Des Champs' pursuit of a historic treble</p>
<p>Thomas Tuchel has prioritised old values to begin his new era as England boss</p>
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Why Tuchel looking to the past with his first England squad is logical

Coach’s ‘new era’ begins with emphasis on old values, with stalwarts Jordan Henderson and Marcus Rashford recalled

<p>Ireland and England still hold Six Nations hopes ahead of Saturday's finale</p>
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Ireland and England handed one task to ensure Six Nations thriller

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Hamilton trails Leclerc as Bearman suffers crash in Australia practice

<p>Joe Roberts will make his first professional start on the wing against England</p>
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BBC and ITV secure new Six Nations deal

Six Nations 2025

<p>France, England and Ireland can still win the Six Nations trophy</p>
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Six Nations title permutations: What France, England and Ireland need

<p>Wales take on England in Cardiff on Six Nations Super Saturday</p>
Rugby Union

Welsh banana skin gives England golden Six Nations opportunity

<p>Wales interim head coach Matt Sherratt has brought positive vibes to the camp</p>
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How caretaker coach Sherratt brought the joy back to Welsh rugby

<p>Gael Fickou will make his first appearance of this year’s Six Nations</p>
Rugby Union

Fickou back as France and Scotland name teams for Six Nations decider

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<p>Bruno Fernandes, centre, of Manchester United celebrates with teammates</p>
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Man Utd show ‘the future’ as Fernandes inspires Europa League progress

<p>Rory McIlroy made a strong start at TPC Sawgrass</p>
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McIlroy makes fast start at Players after heckler apologises

Jack Draper returns a shot to Ben Shelton during the quarterfinals at the BNP Paribas Open (AP Photo/Mark J Terrill)
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Draper sets up Indian Wells semi with Alcaraz after beating Shelton

<p>Jordan Henderson is back in the England squad</p>
Football

Henderson given shock recall as Tuchel names first England squad

<p>Alexander-Arnold was replaced in the 74th minute with a suspected ankle injur</p>
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Alexander-Arnold out of cup final in fresh Liverpool injury blow

<p>Tottenham Hotspur's Wilson Odobert celebrates with Dominic Solanke and Yves Bissouma </p>
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Bold Postecoglou call saves Spurs’ season to extend Europa League run

<p>Bruno Fernandes starred as Manchester United reached the Europa League quarter-finals</p>
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Fernandes hits back at Ratciffe’s claim of ‘overpaid’ Man Utd stars

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<p>Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho during the Uefa Europa League</p>
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Mourinho hits out at ‘arrogant’ ref over Fenerbahce loss to Rangers

<p>UEFA says it will hold talks with the game’s lawmakers after Julian Alvarez’s penalty had to be disallowed for a double touch </p>
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Uefa responds to outrage over Alvarez penalty controversy

<p>Springwell Bay pictured at AJ O’Neill’s training yard at Jackdaws Castle, Cheltenham, last month</p>
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Cheltenham Festival criticised after horse dies on ‘lethal’ racecourse

<p>The eyes of the sporting world will be on Lewis Hamilton when the lights go out for Sunday’s season-opening Australian Grand Prix (PA/David Davies)</p>
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Hamilton on cloud nine at Ferrari: ‘This is the most exciting period’

<p>Julian Alvarez hits the penalty which was later ruled out</p>
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Atletico were knocked out by an absurd penalty rule that must change

<p>All eight of Tom Aspinall’s UFC wins have come inside the first two rounds</p>
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Tom Aspinall: ‘I want UFC to be respected like football and boxing’

<p>The eyes of the sporting world will be on Lewis Hamilton when the lights go out for Sunday’s season-opening Australian Grand Prix (PA/David Davies)</p>
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Hamilton on cloud nine at Ferrari: ‘This is the most exciting period’

<p>Julian Alvarez hits the penalty which was later ruled out</p>
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Atletico were knocked out by an absurd penalty rule that must change

<p>All eight of Tom Aspinall’s UFC wins have come inside the first two rounds</p>
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Tom Aspinall: ‘I want UFC to be respected like football and boxing’

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<p>Nick Ball ahead of his stoppage win over Ronny Rios in October</p>
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How Ball broke the chain of modern boxing – and how he can reach Inoue

<p>Liverpool are out of the Champions League after a penalty shootout loss to PSG</p>
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Liverpool need to think the unthinkable after Champions League exit

    <p>Liverpool react after defeat by Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield</p>
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    Slot slams Champions League but Liverpool won when it mattered least

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    <p>Thomas Tuchel speaks to the media at Wembley Stadium</p>
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    Thomas Tuchel reacts to Prince William’s royal seal of approval

    <p>Lewis Hamilton recreates iconic 1980s film to celebrate first season with Ferrari.</p>
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    Watch: Lewis Hamilton recreates iconic 1980s film

    <p>A conceptual image of what the new stadium and surrounding area could look like (Foster + Partners/PA handout)</p>
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    What Man Utd’s new stadium could look like after Old Trafford exit

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    Drone flying Palestinian hovers over England v Italy six nations match

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    Football

    <p>Arsenal’s draw with Manchester United effectively ruled them out of the title race barring a minor miracle</p>
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    Arsenal vs Chelsea prediction: Gunners to consolidate top four place

    Jarell Quansah, left, is set to fill in for Trent Alexander-Arnold at Wembley and beyond (Peter Byrne/Martin Rickett/PA)
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    Jarell Quansah can fill void left by Trent Alexander-Arnold – Arne Slot

    <p>Manchester United's Mason Mount during a training session at Trafford Training Centre, Carrington, Manchester</p>
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    Amorim sets Mount new Man Utd target after injury nightmare

    <p>Mason Mount is nearing a return</p>
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    Amorim explains how Mount can make ‘perfect’ return against Leicester

    Bruno Fernandes inspired Manchester United to victory over Real Sociedad
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    Ruben Amorim urges Roy Keane and other critics to enjoy Bruno Fernandes

    A composite image of the Prince of Wales (left) and England boss Thomas Tuchel (Chris Jackson/Zac Goodwin/PA)
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    Thomas Tuchel details ‘special’ meeting with Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle

    <p>Arsenal could be one of seven English representatives in the Champions League next season</p>
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    How seven Premier League clubs could qualify for the Champions League

    <p>Thomas Tuchel (front) has recalled Jordan Henderson (back) to the England squad</p>
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    Tuchel explains controversial decision to recall Henderson for England

    Thomas Tuchel has picked his first England squad (Ben Whitley/PA)
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    Thomas Tuchel defends naming ‘serial winner’ Jordan Henderson in England squad

    <p>Arsenal could be one of seven English representatives in the Champions League next season</p>
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    How seven Premier League clubs could qualify for the Champions League

    <p>Thomas Tuchel (front) has recalled Jordan Henderson (back) to the England squad</p>
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    Tuchel explains controversial decision to recall Henderson for England

    Thomas Tuchel has picked his first England squad (Ben Whitley/PA)
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    Thomas Tuchel defends naming ‘serial winner’ Jordan Henderson in England squad

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    Rugby Union

    Maro Itoje will lead England into Six Nations action against Wales at the Principality Stadium (Adam Davy/PA)
    Rugby Union

    Maro Itoje insists England need to take game to Wales in Cardiff

    Gregor Alldritt hopes to be celebrating on Saturday (Jane Barlow/PA)
    Rugby Union

    Gregory Alldritt says France ‘all motivated’ for Six Nations glory

    Caelan Doris will lead Ireland in Rome (Liam McBurney/PA)
    Rugby Union

    Caelan Doris: Ireland determined to end Six Nations with their best performance

    France and Scotland meet again in Paris on Saturday (Ben Whitley/PA)
    Rugby Union

    Talking points: Can Scotland stop France’s title bid?

    Finn Russell wants Scotland to finish their campaign on a high (Jane Barlow/PA)
    Rugby Union

    Finn Russell urges Scotland to add some sheen to Six Nations campaign in Paris

    Ireland must bounce back from a humbling defeat to France (Liam McBurney/PA)
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    Response needed but title hopes slim – Italy v Ireland talking points

    Formula 1

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    F1 Australian GP LIVE: Lewis Hamilton admits pole position unlikely

    <p>McLaren were fastest in preseason testing in Bahrain</p>
    F1

    Australian Grand Prix prediction: Title hopefuls to clash down under

    Lewis Hamilton ended the first one-hour session at Albert Park down in 12th before improving to fifth later in the day (Heath McKinley/AP)
    F1

    Lewis Hamilton ready ‘to perform and perform soon’ – Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur

    <p>Ollie Bearman will be the fourth British driver on the F1 grid in 2025 </p>
    F1

    F1 star Bearman: ‘You get one shot – my goal is to be world champion’

    McLaren driver Lando Norris (PA/David Davies)
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    Lando Norris tops first practice session as Ollie Bearman crashes out

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    Wolff responds to rumours of Mercedes move for Verstappen

    Boxing

    <p>Tyson Fury (right) with former training partner Joseph Parker</p>
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    Fury reacts as Usyk is ordered to fight old teammate Parker

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    Fury reacts as Usyk is ordered to fight old teammate Parker

    <p>Tyson Fury (right) with former training partner Joseph Parker</p>
    <p>Conor Benn was held back at a press conference for his fight with Chris Eubank Jr, and again on 'Piers Morgan Uncensored'</p>
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    Benn held back by security in Eubank Jr clash on Piers Morgan show

    <p>British heavyweight Joe Joyce</p>
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    New Joyce opponent named after Whyte’s injury and withdrawal

    <p>Chris Eubank Sr speaking to boxing fans at a live event in 2024</p>
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    Eubank Sr reacts to son’s egg slap and issues update on relationship

    <p>IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois</p>
    Boxing

    Dubois suffers crucial blow as Usyk’s mandatory challenger is named

    <p>IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois</p>
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    Dubois suffers crucial blow as Usyk’s mandatory challenger is named

    <p>YouTuber KSI (left) and jiu-jitsu champion Dillon Danis</p>
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    When is KSI vs Danis? Fight date, time, undercard and how to watch

    <p>Chris Eubank Jr (L) and Conor Benn (R) interact during the face off</p>
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    When is Eubank Jr vs Benn? Date, time, undercard and how to watch

    Tennis

    <p>Jack Draper celebrates after beating Taylor Fritz</p>
    Tennis

    Draper storms into Indian Wells quarter-finals with win over Fritz

    <p>Jack Draper could reach his first Indian Wells quarter-final with victory over Taylor Fritz on Wednesday</p>
    Tennis

    How to watch Draper v Fritz in Indian Wells last-16 match

    <p>Rafael Nadal has praised the new generation of top tennis players, particularly Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner</p>
    Tennis

    Nadal lauds Sinner for ‘keeping focus’ during doping case

    <p>Jack Draper overcame a tough test against American Jenson Brooksby </p>
    Tennis

    Draper reaches Indian Wells fourth round as Kartal continues dream run

    Tennis

    Boulter and Norrie beaten after service struggles in Indian Wells

    Tennis

    Djokovic stunned by lucky loser in shock Indian Wells exit

    <p>Jack Draper looked in impressive form as he progressed in California</p>
    Tennis

    Draper surges past Fonseca to reach third round at Indian Wells

    <p>Boulter will play seventh seed Elena Rybakina in the third round</p>
    Tennis

    Boulter and Norrie through at Indian Wells but Zverev crashes out

    Cricket

    <p>David Warner has warned England that their ultra-aggressive approach will not work in Australia</p>
    Cricket

    Warner sends warning to England over Bazball ‘myth’ ahead of Ashes

    Cricket

    Warner sends warning to England over Bazball ‘myth’ ahead of Ashes

    <p>David Warner has warned England that their ultra-aggressive approach will not work in Australia</p>
    Jamie Overton was the number one draft pick in The Hundred (Mike Egerton/PA)
    Cricket

    Jamie Overton hopes overseas stars ‘improve everybody’s performance’ in Hundred

    <p>Mark Wood faces months out after suffering an injury during the Champions Trophy</p>
    Cricket

    Wood set to miss India series after latest injury setback

    <p>Stuart MacGill has been found guilty of taking part in the supply of cocaine by a Sydney court</p>
    Cricket

    Australian cricket great found guilty of cocaine supply

    David Warner has been snapped up by London Spirit (Mike Egerton/PA)
    Cricket

    David Warner gets Lord’s return in The Hundred but James Anderson goes unsold

    David Warner has been snapped up by London Spirit (Mike Egerton/PA)
    Cricket

    David Warner gets Lord’s return in The Hundred but James Anderson goes unsold

    <p>The MCG hosted a day-night Test during the women’s Ashes and now England and Australia’s men’s sides will do likewise in 2027</p>
    Cricket

    England and Australia set for day-night game in 150th anniversary Test

    Ben Stokes is in the running to be England’s next white-ball captain (John Walton/PA)
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    Who is in the running to be England’s new white-ball captain?

    Golf

    Rory McIlroy carded a second round of 68 in the Players Championship after two late bogeys (Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP)
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    Rory McIlroy unfazed by underwhelming finish to second round at Sawgrass

    Golf

    Rory McIlroy unfazed by underwhelming finish to second round at Sawgrass

    Rory McIlroy carded a second round of 68 in the Players Championship after two late bogeys (Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP)
    Rory McIlroy made a good start at the Players Championship (Chris O’Meara/AP)
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    Rory McIlroy refuses to comment on fan who heckled him at Players Championship

    Lucas Glover set the clubhouse target with an opening 66 in the Players Championship at Sawgrass (Chris O’Meara/AP)
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    Lucas Glover sets clubhouse lead at Players Championship with opening 66

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    McIlroy does not expect Woods to return until 2026 after surgery

    Rory McIlroy, pictured, will partner Xander Schauffele and Scottie Scheffler in the first two rounds at Sawgrass (Chris O’Meara/AP)
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    Rory McIlroy encouraged by improved putting ahead of Players Championship

    Rory McIlroy, pictured, will partner Xander Schauffele and Scottie Scheffler in the first two rounds at Sawgrass (Chris O’Meara/AP)
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    Rory McIlroy encouraged by improved putting ahead of Players Championship

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    Woods set for spell out after surgery on ruptured Achilles tendon

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    Woods to miss next week’s Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass

    Athletics

    <p>Azu won gold in the 60m at the European Athletics Indoor Championships</p>
    Athletics

    Azu wants 2025 to be ‘year of my life’ after European Indoor title

    <p>Jakob Ingebritsen is searching for his seventh European indoor gold</p>
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    European Athletics Indoor Championships: Schedule and how to watch

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    <p>Laura and Jason Kenny were British cycling’s golden couple for a number of years</p>
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    Kenny backs new British cycling golden couple to match her and Jason

    <p>Tadej Pogacar added a new chapter to his remarkable story with an against-the-odds win</p>
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    Bruised and bloodied Pogacar secures remarkable Strade Bianche win

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    Pidcock leads the charge against imperious Pogacar at Strade Bianche

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    <p>Embiid out for the season</p>
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    Joel Embiid out for the season as 76ers player set for rehab on knee

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    Travis Kelce’s retirement decision ‘confirmed’ by Pat McAfee

    <p>Lionel Messi has been fined</p>
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    Messi fined after grabbing neck of opposition coach

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