February 18th, 2021
Ascot Chase for Cyrname
Cyrname heads a field of five as he bids to regain his Betfair Ascot Chase crown on Saturday.
Haskell: Rugby faces extinction without concussion reform
Former England flanker James Haskell has urged World Rugby to do more to tackle brain trauma, warning that “without change, the sport is threatened with extinction within a couple of generations”.
Predicting the 2021 NBA All-Star starters
The early voting returns have given an indication of who is likely to be selected first for March’s All-Star game but recent performances – in particular by James Harden and Damian Lillard – may have swung the voting in their favour late on.
Novak ends Karatsev fairytale to reach Australian Open final
Novak Djokovic came through his Australian Open semi-final against Russian qualifier Aslan Karatsev in straight sets to stay on course for a record-extending ninth title in Melbourne.
Carra: Fatigue causing Liverpool slump?
Jamie Carragher believes Liverpool’s drop-off could be attributed to mental and physical fatigue.
Australian Open 2021: Novak Djokovic beats Aslan Karatsev to reach Melbourne final
Top seed Novak Djokovic overcomes stern resistance from Aslan Karatsev to reach the Australian Open final and end the Russian qualifier’s remarkable run.
Australian Open: Naomi Osaka to face Jennifer Brady in final after beating Serena Williams
Naomi Osaka will face Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final after beating Serena Williams and ending the American’s quest for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title.
Everton 1-3 Manchester City: Twelve league wins in a row for Pep Guardiola’s side
Manchester City open up a 10-point lead at the top of the Premier League with victory at Everton.
Indian Premier League: Moeen Ali goes for nearly £700,00 to Chennai Super Kings
England all-rounder Moeen Ali is bought for £700,000 by Chennai Super Kings at the Indian Premier League auction, while Dawid Malan is picked up by Punjab Kings.
Australian Open: Serena Williams leaves news conference in tears after Naomi Osaka loss
Serena Williams leaves her Australian Open news conference in tears after her semi-final defeat by Naomi Osaka.