Carlos Alcaraz suggested that he was ‘not well mentally’ after crashing out of the US Open in one of the biggest shocks in Grand Slam history. He was beaten by Botic van de Zandschulp, who produced the match of his life to secure a secure a 6-1 7-5 6-4 triumph against the odds. Alcaraz was […]
Elena Rybakina in ‘unusual situation’ as theory raised ‘more is going on’ at US Open | Tennis | Sport
Rennae Stubbs believes there is ‘something going on’ with Elena Rybakina following her surprise withdrawal from the US Open. The fourth seed handed Jessika Ponchet a walkover just hours before they were due on court at Flushing Meadows. Rybakina has struggled with injuries and illness this year, pulling out of several tournaments including Indian Wells […]
Kimi Antonelli crashes 10 minutes into Mercedes debut as Italian GP practice halted | F1 | Sport
Kimi Antonelli suffered a heartbreaking crash at the Parabolica just 10 minutes into his first-ever practice session, bringing out the red flag and wrecking George Russell’s car. The 18-year-old was making his Grand Prix weekend debut with an announcement of a full-time drive next season expected at some point before Sunday, but things went awry […]
Mick Schumacher put in his place by James Vowles and told he ‘isn’t special’ | F1 | Sport
James Vowles has explained his decision to overlook Mick Schumacher when choosing his replacement for Logan Sargeant, labelling the German as not ‘special’. Instead, Williams academy prospect Franco Colapinto got the nod, and he will make his debut in Monza this weekend. Schumacher has been working tirelessly to find his way back onto the F1 […]
Europa League draw LIVE: Man Utd and Tottenham discover opponents | Football | Sport
Pot 1: AS Roma, MANCHESTER UNITED, Porto, Ajax, Rangers, Eintracht Frankfurt, Lazio, TOTTENHAM, Slavia Prague Pot 2: Real Sociedad, AZ Alkmaar, Braga, Olympiacos, Lyon, PAOK, Fenerbahce, Maccabi Tel-Aviv FC, Ferencvaros Pot 3: Qarabag FK, Galatasaray, Viktoria Plzen,Bodo/Glimt, Union Saint-Gilloise, Dynamo Kyiv, Ludogorets, FC Midtjylland, Malmo Pot 4: Athletic Bilbao, Hoffenheim, OGC Nice, Anderlecht, FC Twente, […]
F1 LIVE: George Russell replaced at Italian GP as Lewis Hamilton successor set for trial | F1 | Sport
Kimi Antonelli will make his first-ever appearance in an F1 session on Friday, replacing George Russell in the W15 for FP1 at the Italian Grand Prix. The 18-year-old is expected to be announced as Lewis Hamilton’s successor from 2025 onwards at some point this weekend, and will now get his first race weekend action. Speaking […]
US Open LIVE: Novak Djokovic discusses health issues as Carlos Alcaraz has excuse for loss | Tennis | Sport
Carlos Alcaraz suggested that he was ‘not well mentally’ after crashing out of the US Open. Speaking after his surprise defeat to Botic van de Zandschulp, he said: “Instead of taking steps forward, I’ve taken steps back in terms of my head and I don’t understand why. “Because I came from a spectacular summer, from […]
Transfer news LIVE: Osimhen agreement reached, Arsenal signing Prem captain, Sancho twist | Football | Sport
Napoli and Al-Ahli have reached an agreement over the sale of Victor Osimhen, according to Fabrizio Romano. Di Marzio claims that the Saudi Pro League side have put together a lucrative proposal worth more than £33million per season in wages. Napoli, meanwhile, would receive a £67m transfer fee plus add-ons. A release clause included in […]
Arsenal seal ‘transfer agreement’ on deadline day as Edu changes plan at last-minute | Football | Sport
Arsenal have reportedly reached an agreement to sign AFC Bournemouth goalkeeper Neto. The Gunners have splashed the cash so far this summer, acquiring the services of Riccardo Calafiori, David Raya and Mikel Merino, and further signings are not being ruled out on deadline day. With Aaron Ramsdale set to leave the club to join Southampton, […]
Canadian qualifier Diallo, defending champion Dabrowski pick up wins at U.S. Open
Canada’s Gabriela Dabrowski and New Zealand’s Erin Routliffe opened their U.S. Open women’s doubles title defence Thursday with a 6-4, 6-2 win over Canada’s Leylah Fernandez and Yulia Putintseva of Kazakhstan. Fernandez, from Laval, Que., and Putintseva broke serve on their first opportunity but their top-seeded opponents took the next four games en route to […]