October 17th, 2021

Champions Day reflections: Brilliant Baaeed steals the show

The clue is the name. Champions Day crowns true champions and none more so at Ascot this year than the brilliant Baaeed, who confirmed his superstar status with victory in the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes on Saturday.

BHA close to finishing probe into Frost bullying claims against Dunne

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) says an investigation into allegations made by jockey Bryony Frost of bullying and harassment is nearing a conclusion after the contents of a lengthy report were “leaked” to a newspaper.

Hull KR’s Abdull set for first England cap

Hull KR half-back Jordan Abdull is set to win his first cap for England in next Saturday’s Test against France in Perpignan.

Jose: Special Toon connection because of Sir Bobby, but happy at Roma

Jose Mourinho has admitted he has an “emotional connection” with Newcastle as a result of his relationship with Sir Bobby Robson, but has distanced himself from the prospect of replacing Steve Bruce as the club’s manager.

Rainford-Brent surprised at diversity programme growth

Ebony Rainford-Brent admitted her surprise at how popular her Afro-Caribbean Engagement programme has proven and is optimistic someone coming through the charity will sign a professional cricket contract within the next few years.

T20 World Cup: Livingstone, Inglis, Ashwin, Mills – the players to watch

England’s wildcard, the Yorkshireman who plays for Australia and the ambidextrous bowler – BBC Sport picks out the players to follow over the next month.

Cameron Norrie reaches Indian Wells final by beating Grigor Dimitrov

Britain’s Cameron Norrie reaches his first Masters 1,000 final at Indian Wells as he beats Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov in straight sets.

Steve Bruce: Newcastle boss has been the ‘fall guy’, says son Alex Bruce

Steve Bruce has been the “fall guy” at Newcastle and it has been “really tough to watch” the criticism directed at him, says his son Alex Bruce.

Rory McIlroy: Northern Irishman storms into CJ Cup contention after superb 62

Rory McIlroy fires a 10-under-par 62 to move within two shots of leader Rickie Fowler after three rounds of the CJ Cup in Las Vegas.

Bellator 268: Vadim Nemkov claims dominant win to retain light heavyweight title

Bellator light heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov survives an early scare before retaining his title in dominant fashion at Bellator 268.
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