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Blackmore - the humble pioneer who transformed racingAs trailblazing jockey Rachael Blackmore retires from the saddle, we look at her impact and success in jump racing.
Ireland captain Doris ruled out for up to six monthsIreland captain Caelan Doris faces a spell of four to six months on the sidelines after having surgery on a shoulder injury.
Can Ancelotti fix Brazil and end World Cup hoodoo?Carlo Ancelotti will be in charge for Brazil at the 2026 World Cup. Can he fix their problems before then?
Raducanu's Rome run ended by classy GauffEmma Raducanu's encouraging Italian Open run ends in the last 16 as Coco Gauff proves too much of a step up in class.
A winner as boy and man - what it was like playing against KohliFrom playing against him in the Under-19s World Cup to bowling to him in Test cricket, ex-England bowler Steven Finn reflects on Virat Kohli's genius.
How bad have Amorim's United been in the league?Following Manchester United's seventh match without a win, BBC Sport takes a look at how United have fared under Ruben Amorim.
Schmidt opens door to overseas Wallabies for Lions tourAustralia might relax their preference for fielding Australian-based players to give themselves the best shot of beating the British and Irish Lions this summer.
Tottenham v Man Utd final for German referee who served banGerman referee Felix Zwayer, who was banned early on in his career, will take charge of next week's Europa League final between Tottenham and Manchester United.
IPL to resume on Saturday after suspensionThe Indian Premier League (IPL) is making plans to resume, with a revised schedule released in the coming days.
Watch Monday Night ClubMark Chapman and guests react to the weekend's football.
Training collision 'thankfully nothing too serious' - PostecoglouTottenham boss Ange Postecoglou says Sergio Reguilon and Brennan Johnson's collision during training is "thankfully nothing too serious" and that "it just seems to be how our season's gone".
Murphy criticises Amorim's 'constant negativity'Match of the Day 2 analyst Danny Murphy criticises Ruben Amorim's "constant negativity" after the Manchester United manager's remarks following his side's 2-0 Premier League loss to West Ham at Old Trafford.
Which is the bigger club - Real Madrid or Barcelona?Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards debate which is the biggest club in La Liga - but can Gary let go of his Barca bias?
'Mic drop!' - Pundits reveal their favourites from the WSL seasonBBC pundits Fara Williams and Ellen White pick their favourite goal, player and manager from the 2024-25 season of the Women's Super League.
'He's gone to nudge him and got it wrong' - pundits on Jackson red cardEx-England midfielder Danny Murphy and former Southampton manager Russell Martin discuss Nicolas Jackson's sending-off as Chelsea lose 2-0 at Newcastle.
Trailblazing jockey Blackmore retires from racingGrand National-winning jockey Rachael Blackmore retires from racing with immediate effect.
Sinner through in Rome but tough test lies aheadWorld number one Jannik Sinner continues his return from a doping ban with a comfortable 6-4 6-2 victory over Jesper de Jong to reach the last 16 of the Italian Open.
GB's Olympic champion Pearne-Webb retiresGreat Britain's Olympic champion and captain Hollie Pearne-Webb announces her retirement from hockey.
Leicester name Parling as head coachLeicester Tigers appoint former England and British and Irish Lions lock Geoff Parling as their head coach from next season.
Eagles to host Cowboys in 2025 NFL season openerThe Philadelphia Eagles, who were Super Bowl winners at the start of the year, will host NFC East rivals the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL's 2025 season opener.
Hearts make approach for Kilmarnock's McInnesHeart of Midlothian make an official approach to Kilmarnock in a bid to secure Derek McInnes as their new team boss.
Alexander-Arnold move won't spoil title party - Van DijkCaptain Virgil van Dijk says Trent Alexander-Arnold's impending departure will not get in the way of Liverpool's title celebrations.
Bears on loose and Tigers' next hire - Premiership talking pointsLeicester's race to find a fly-half, Bristol's trek across the border and Paul Brown-Bampoe's stand-out form are all setting tongues wagging in the Premiership.
Foakes career-best as Surrey draw at EdgbastonBen Foakes hits an unbeaten 174 as Surrey draw with Warwickshire in a batter-dominated game at Edgbaston.
Beckham tells Minnesota United to 'show a little respect'Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham calls on Minnesota United to "show a little respect".
Evans not ready for goodbye yet - Second ServeDan Evans putting retirement to the back of his mind and British success in wheelchair tennis - your weekly tennis round-up.
Ancelotti to leave Real Madrid to coach BrazilReal Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti will leave the Spanish club at the end of the season to become the new national team coach of Brazil.
Why McIlroy is favourite to win US PGA at Quail HollowRory McIlroy has won four times at Quail Hollow and holds the course record so goes into this week's US PGA Championship with a fearsome reputation, writes Iain Carter.
Real Madrid want Alonso in place for Club World CupReal Madrid want Xabi Alonso in place as their new manager in time for the start of next month's Club World Cup.
Camogie shorts v skorts row - how did we get here?BBC Sport NI looks at players' problems with wearing skorts whilst playing camogie, recent protests against the rules and what comes next with the Special Congress vote.
'Farcical' French Guineas demotion set for appealAn appeal is set to be launched after British runner Shes Perfect was demoted to second having finished first past the post in the French Guineas.
India great Kohli retires from Test cricketLegendary India batter Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket with immediate effect.
Fox chips in from 50 feet to clinch US PGA spotNew Zealand's Ryan Fox earns a spot at the PGA Championship as his 50-foot chip seals a play-off win at the Myrtle Beach Classic.
Cameron and Marshall join Paul's Most Valuable PromotionsBritish boxers Chantelle Cameron and Savannah Marshall join Ellie Scotney and Ramla Ali at Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions.
GB to face Japan in BJK Cup quarter-finalsGreat Britain will play Japan in the quarter-finals of September's Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Shenzhen.
Top Cricket Malawi official dies after 'heartless violence'Tributes are paid to Cricket Malawi operations manager Arjun Menon, who died aged 48 in Blantyre on Saturday.
How Marinakis on-pitch confrontation unfoldedMatch of the Day 2 looks at the events that led to Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis confronting manager Nuno Espirito Santo on the pitch after his side's 2-2 Premier League draw with Leicester at the City Ground.
'Sad to end this way' - Alexander-Arnold jeered by Liverpool fansEx-Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy and former Southampton boss Russell Martin discuss defender Trent Alexander-Arnold being jeered by Liverpool fans after confirming he will leave Anfield this summer.
'What a run!' GB women stun Jamaica to take 4x100m goldGreat Britain win gold in the women's 4x100m at the World Relay Championships as they stun a Jamaica team including Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Shericka Jackson.
'It's hugely important just to talk' - Burn and Shearer on mental wellbeingNewcastle defender Dan Burn and club legend Alan Shearer discuss the mental health challenges they have faced during their careers - and the little things everyone can do to improve mental wellbeing.
Running helps 'build up strong mindset' - Lindsey BurrowLindsey Burrow talks to Giovanna Fletcher on the Couch to 5K Podcast about how her perseverance while running has helped her to build resilience in life.
'A night of joy became another false dawn' - when Spurs thrashed ArsenalThree years ago Tottenham beat Arsenal 3-0 and weeks later beat the Gunners to a Champions League place. Things have changed since then.
Bayern stand firm on Sane offer - Monday's gossipBayern Munich intend to stand firm on Leroy Sane offer, Napoli tight-lipped on move for Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne, Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior on radar of Inter Milan and Juventus, plus more.
Pacers win to edge closer to Conference finalThe Indiana Pacers defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers to go 3-1 up in their NBA Eastern Conference semi-final series.
Tottenham manager Vilahamn's job at riskTottenham are considering sacking manager Robert Vilahamn this summer after a disappointing campaign.
Debutant Eduan powers GB women to 4x100m relay goldSuccess Eduan produces a storming last leg to help Great Britain claim gold in the women's 4x100m at the World Relay Championships in Guangzhou, China.
Women's Championship renamed WSL2 from next seasonThe Women's Championship will become the Women's Super League 2 from the start of the 2025-26 season as part of a major rebrand of women's professional football in England.
Who made Troy's Premier League team of the week?After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?
Hearts make approach for Kilmarnock's McInnesHeart of Midlothian make an official approach to Kilmarnock in a bid to secure Derek McInnes as their new team boss.
Price wants Tom Jones backing in homecoming fightWales' world champion Lauren Price is preparing for a potential homecoming fight in August – and hopes Tom Jones will sing her into the ring.
Doris faces four to six months out through injuryIreland captain Caelan Doris faces a spell of four to six months on the sidelines after having surgery on a shoulder injury.
Couch to 5k - Top tips to get started with runningGuests from BBC Sport's new Couch to 5k podcast share their top tips to get started with running.
'Not nice to hear' - were Trent jeers 'shocking' or 'understandable'?As Trent Alexander-Arnold is booed by a section of the Liverpool fans after appearing for the first time since announcing he is to leave in the summer, BBC Sport looks at the reaction.
270 seconds, 56 lives and 40 years: The story of the Bradford City fireOn 11 May 1985 56 football fans perished when a fire ripped through Valley Parade during a game.
How 'raider' McTominay became a Napoli iconTattoos. Flags. Cakes. Kilts. Many nicknames. And 11 goals in a title challenge.
Scott McTominay's impact at Napoli has been huge since his summer move from Manchester United.
'My body shut down - it was a life or death situation'Sammy-Jo Luxton almost retired last year after the loss of her father and a "life or death situation" after contracting sepsis - now she will finally make her PFL debut in Belfast on Saturday.
'The pretender replacing a legend - a new era dawns at Real Madrid'Xabi Alonso will succeed Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid manager next season. Spanish football expert Guillem Balague looks at the challenges ahead.
Match of the Day - your questions answeredMatch of the Day is a world-famous football show - but how are decisions made behind the scenes?
The runner who went viral and sparked campaign for changeWhen a photo of ultrarunner Sophie Power breastfeeding during a race went viral, it sparked a campaign for change.
How rejection fuelled Mourinho's second Champions League triumphHow Barcelona rejection fuelled Jose Mourinho's second Champions League triumph, with Inter Milan in 2010.
The life, loss and legacy of Kevin CampbellWayne Rooney, Andrew Cole, Tyrese Campbell and more discuss the life and tragic death of former Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell.
Blood brothers - bonds and betrayal on a rugby pitchTom Williams was part of a conspiracy that united and then divided a Harlequins dressing room, before the truth rocked rugby to its core.
I was effectively homeless after getting sacked - StoneyFormer England captain Casey Stoney tells BBC Sport how she and her family have rebuilt their lives after her sacking by San Diego Wave left them effectively homeless.
'I signed Barcelona deal - then had a stroke at 24'Goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck suffered a stroke six months after being part of the England squad which reached the World Cup final - this is the story of her remarkable comeback.
How does Daniel Levy run Tottenham - and would he ever leave?With Tottenham struggling on the pitch and chairman Daniel Levy facing criticism from fans, BBC Sport looks at how the club is run and what the future might hold.
Can Ancelotti fix Brazil and end World Cup hoodoo?Carlo Ancelotti will be in charge for Brazil at the 2026 World Cup. Can he fix their problems before then?
Watch Monday Night ClubMark Chapman and guests react to the weekend's football.
How bad have Amorim's United been in the league?Following Manchester United's seventh match without a win, BBC Sport takes a look at how United have fared under Ruben Amorim.
Ancelotti to leave Real Madrid to coach BrazilReal Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti will leave the Spanish club at the end of the season to become the new national team coach of Brazil.
Beckham tells Minnesota United to 'show a little respect'Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham calls on Minnesota United to "show a little respect".
Real Madrid want Alonso in place for Club World CupReal Madrid want Xabi Alonso in place as their new manager in time for the start of next month's Club World Cup.
Hearts make approach for Kilmarnock's McInnesHeart of Midlothian make an official approach to Kilmarnock in a bid to secure Derek McInnes as their new team boss.
Tottenham v Man Utd final for German referee who served banGerman referee Felix Zwayer, who was banned early on in his career, will take charge of next week's Europa League final between Tottenham and Manchester United.
Alexander-Arnold move won't spoil title party - Van DijkCaptain Virgil van Dijk says Trent Alexander-Arnold's impending departure will not get in the way of Liverpool's title celebrations.
Who made Troy's Premier League team of the week?After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?
Wolves to apply for WSL2 licence after squad angerWolves say they will apply for a licence to play in the Women's Super League 2 on an annual basis after players said their ultimately unsuccessful battle for promotion was "all for nothing".
Training collision 'thankfully nothing too serious' - PostecoglouTottenham boss Ange Postecoglou says Sergio Reguilon and Brennan Johnson's collision during training is "thankfully nothing too serious" and that "it just seems to be how our season's gone".
Which is the bigger club - Real Madrid or Barcelona?Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards debate which is the biggest club in La Liga - but can Gary let go of his Barca bias?
'Mic drop!' - Pundits reveal their favourites from the WSL seasonBBC pundits Fara Williams and Ellen White pick their favourite goal, player and manager from the 2024-25 season of the Women's Super League.
Murphy criticises Amorim's 'constant negativity'Match of the Day 2 analyst Danny Murphy criticises Ruben Amorim's "constant negativity" after the Manchester United manager's remarks following his side's 2-0 Premier League loss to West Ham at Old Trafford.
'It's hugely important just to talk' - Burn and Shearer on mental wellbeingNewcastle defender Dan Burn and club legend Alan Shearer discuss the mental health challenges they have faced during their careers - and the little things everyone can do to improve mental wellbeing.
Mental health struggles not a sign of weakness - BurnNewcastle defender Dan Burn has opened up about his mental health, saying it is "not a weakness but a sign of strength" to ask for help if you are struggling.
Women's Championship renamed WSL2 from next seasonThe Women's Championship will become the Women's Super League 2 from the start of the 2025-26 season as part of a major rebrand of women's professional football in England.
'A night of joy became another false dawn' - when Spurs thrashed ArsenalThree years ago Tottenham beat Arsenal 3-0 and weeks later beat the Gunners to a Champions League place. Things have changed since then.
'Intense' Livingston & fired-up Thistle seek edgeManager David Martindale says Livingston's extra recovery time gives them an advantage over Partick Thistle in the Premiership play-off semi-final.
Amorim admits he may have to leave if poor form continuesUnited's appalling finish to the campaign hit another low note at Old Trafford as they lost to a West Ham side that had failed to win any of their previous eight games.
'We are all frustrated' - Marinakis defends 'scandalous' confrontationNottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo plays down owner Evangelos Marinakis' post-match intervention following the 2-2 draw against Leicester.
Bayern stand firm on Sane offer - Monday's gossipBayern Munich intend to stand firm on Leroy Sane offer, Napoli tight-lipped on move for Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne, Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior on radar of Inter Milan and Juventus, plus more.
McInnes a 'no-brainer' for Hearts - or should they go for Keegan or Bruce?Hearts fans give their assessment about the possible of appointment of Derek McInnes as their manager - and offer some left-field alternatives.
Camogie skorts row 'absolutely ludicrous' - WardRepublic of Ireland manager Carla Ward says the ongoing controversy surrounding wearing skorts whilst playing camogie is "absolutely ludicrous".
Rice missed Arsenal's Liverpool game with hamstring issueDeclan Rice is believed to be struggling with a hamstring problem which ruled him out of Arsenal's 2-2 draw with Liverpool on Sunday.
Cardiff trial new hiring process in manager searchCardiff City will trial a new process to appoint their next manager, by assembling a sub-committee – including former Swansea sporting director Mark Allen – to lead the search.
'A pricey forearm swing? Champions League all that matters for Chelsea'How expensive will loss at Newcastle United be for Chelsea and head coach Enzo Maresca, asks chief football writer Phil McNulty?
'Suffering makes us strong' - Barcelona joy despite Mbappe recordBarcelona are on the brink of winning La Liga after responding to a heartbreaking Champions League exit by beating Real Madrid 4-3 - and their long-term future looks good too.
'Not nice to hear' - were Trent jeers 'shocking' or 'understandable'?As Trent Alexander-Arnold is booed by a section of the Liverpool fans after appearing for the first time since announcing he is to leave in the summer, BBC Sport looks at the reaction.
Sevilla sleep at training ground after 'violent attacks'The Sevilla first team are forced to spend the night at their training facility on Saturday evening after they are met with "violent attacks" by supporters.
Tottenham manager Vilahamn's job at riskTottenham are considering sacking manager Robert Vilahamn this summer after a disappointing campaign.
Weekly football quiz: How much do you recall of the past seven days?Test yourself on what's been going on over the past week in football.
'He's gone to nudge him and got it wrong' - pundits on Jackson red cardEx-England midfielder Danny Murphy and former Southampton manager Russell Martin discuss Nicolas Jackson's sending-off as Chelsea lose 2-0 at Newcastle.
How Marinakis on-pitch confrontation unfoldedMatch of the Day 2 looks at the events that led to Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis confronting manager Nuno Espirito Santo on the pitch after his side's 2-2 Premier League draw with Leicester at the City Ground.
'Sad to end this way' - Alexander-Arnold jeered by Liverpool fansEx-Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy and former Southampton boss Russell Martin discuss defender Trent Alexander-Arnold being jeered by Liverpool fans after confirming he will leave Anfield this summer.
Marinakis confrontation 'no big deal' and caused by 'emotion' - NunoNottingham Forest head coach Nuno Espirito Santo says the on-pitch confrontation with owner Evangelos Marinakis after their draw with Leicester was 'no big deal' and caused by emotion.
Man Utd are 'not scared of losing' - Amorim's scathing assessmentManchester United manager Ruben Amorim says his players are "not scared of losing" matches, and believes such a mentality is a "big problem" for the club.
270 seconds, 56 lives and 40 years: The story of the Bradford City fireOn 11 May 1985 56 football fans perished when a fire ripped through Valley Parade during a game.
Arsenal first-half performance unacceptable - ArtetaMikel Arteta labels Arsenal's first-half performance in their 2-2 draw with Liverpool "unacceptable".
Forest & Chelsea falter as Champions League race hots upNottingham Forest and Chelsea have dropped points in the race for the Champions League - so who needs what?
Arsenal's Caldentey wins WSL player of year awardArsenal midfielder Mariona Caldentey is voted the inaugural Women's Professional Game's WSL player of the year.
South Africa round off CHAN 2024 qualifiersSouth Africa become the final team to qualify for the 2024 African Nations Championship after beating Malawi 2-0 on Sunday to progress 2-1 on aggregate.
How did each WSL club do during 2024-25 season?Chelsea won the Women's Super League title with an unbeaten campaign - but how successful was every other club this season?
MbappéFrom Paris suburbs to the pinnacle of football, a look at a once-in-a-generation talent.
'Best stand in the world'? Fulham take fan experience to new levelsAgainst a backdrop of fan unrest about ticket prices, Fulham are embracing elite hospitality - without being too bothered about the match.
'The pretender replacing a legend - a new era dawns at Real Madrid'Xabi Alonso will succeed Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid manager next season. Spanish football expert Guillem Balague looks at the challenges ahead.
Isak? Sesko? Gyokeres? Inside Arsenal's summer plansSenior football correspondent Sami Mokbel examines Arsenal's summer transfer plans after their Champions League exit.
Meet Michele Kang - the woman leading a football revolutionWhy London City Lionesses owner Michele Kang does not believe women's clubs have to be tied to men's teams to succeed.
Where could De Bruyne end up after Man City exit?Kevin de Bruyne may have only four games remaining at Manchester City, so what is likely to be the next move for the Belgian playmaker?
Manager ins and outs - May 2025BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League.
Transfers - February, March and April 2025 and all the deadline day dealsCheck out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.
Hearts make approach for Kilmarnock's McInnesHeart of Midlothian make an official approach to Kilmarnock in a bid to secure Derek McInnes as their new team boss.
'Intense' Livingston & fired-up Thistle seek edge in play-offManager David Martindale says Livingston's extra recovery time gives them an advantage over Partick Thistle in the Premiership play-off semi-final.
McInnes a 'no-brainer' for Hearts - or should they go for Keegan or Bruce?Hearts fans give their assessment about the possible of appointment of Derek McInnes as their manager - and offer some left-field alternatives.
Cerny future unclear - Monday's gossipVaclav Cerny claims "anything is possible" in terms of his future as speculation grows over where the winger, on loan at Rangers from Wolfsburg, will play next season.
Is McInnes the man to get Hearts beating again?Is Derek McInnes the man to revive Hearts' fortunes as the Tynecastle club prepare to make an official approach for the Kilmarnock manager.
Weekend review: Rampant Rangers, Saints survive & McInnes latestWe reflect on the weekend action and discuss Derek McInnes' possible move to Hearts.
Man Utd and Tottenham set up ‘titanic battle to salvage season’When Manchester United and Tottenham face off it will be the sixth all-English final in a major European competition - with half of them involving Spurs.
Chelsea fans asked for evidence over safety concernsChelsea fans are asked to submit evidence to support concerns over their safety at Thursday's Conference League semi-final after Djurgarden fans had tickets for home sections of Stamford Bridge.
How much will it cost to go to the Europa League final?The Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham takes place on Wednesday, 21 May at the San Mames stadium in Bilbao - here's how much it can cost you to go.
It's going to upset a lot of people - PostecoglouAnge Postecoglou took aim at Tottenham's critics after they reached the Europa League final as he remains on course to continue his record of wining a trophy in his second season.
Magnificent Mount double sends Man Utd into Europa League finalMason Mount ends 20 months of torment with a brilliant second half double as Manchester United book an all-English Europa Cup final with Tottenham.
Wolves to apply for WSL2 licence after squad angerWolves say they will apply for a licence to play in the Women's Super League 2 on an annual basis after players said their ultimately unsuccessful battle for promotion was "all for nothing".
Women's Championship renamed WSL2 from next seasonThe Women's Championship will become the Women's Super League 2 from the start of the 2025-26 season as part of a major rebrand of women's professional football in England.
Smerud leaves Palace after 10 weeks in chargeManager Leif Smerud leaves relegated Crystal Palace 10 weeks after taking over the Women's Super League team.
Camogie skorts row 'absolutely ludicrous' - WardRepublic of Ireland manager Carla Ward says the ongoing controversy surrounding wearing skorts whilst playing camogie is "absolutely ludicrous".
Tottenham manager Vilahamn's job at riskTottenham are considering sacking manager Robert Vilahamn this summer after a disappointing campaign.
Arsenal's Caldentey wins WSL player of year awardArsenal midfielder Mariona Caldentey is voted the inaugural Women's Professional Game's WSL player of the year.
Norwich women's side to pay players in 'landmark moment'Norwich City announce they will begin to pay some of the players in their women's side.
How does Daniel Levy run Tottenham - and would he ever leave?With Tottenham struggling on the pitch and chairman Daniel Levy facing criticism from fans, BBC Sport looks at how the club is run and what the future might hold.
When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier OxfordTwenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.
East meets west London - the mentor who changed ChelseaVinay Menon knew nothing about football when he went for a meeting at a west London mansion in 2009. A few weeks later he was in the heart of the Chelsea dressing room.
The air crash and the underdogs - a triumph for a lost generationNineteen years and 10 miles separated Zambia's football team from a lost, golden generation on a fateful night in Libreville.
The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's footballNorth Korea lags behind most of the rest of the world in several areas. But the hermit state has had an outsized impact on international women's football.
Chasing the 'Ghost' - a superstar struck down by lightningJohn White did the League and Cup Double, but his sudden death left his son searching for the man behind the comic-book persona.
Panenka - the penalty that killed a career and started a feudAntonin Panenka's penalty in the Euro 1976 final birthed a whole new 12-yard tactic. But the risks were higher than anyone could imagine.
Doris faces four to six months out through injuryIreland captain Caelan Doris faces a spell of four to six months on the sidelines after having surgery on a shoulder injury.
Boss Schmidt opens door to overseas WallabiesAustralia might relax their preference for fielding Australian-based players to give themselves the best shot of beating the British and Irish Lions this summer.
Bears on loose and Tigers' next hire - Premiership talking pointsLeicester's race to find a fly-half, Bristol's trek across the border and Paul Brown-Bampoe's stand-out form are all setting tongues wagging in the Premiership.
Parling to replace Cheika as Leicester head coach next seasonLeicester Tigers appoint former England and British and Irish Lions lock Geoff Parling as their head coach from next season.
Landmark win, unwanted history & play-off hopes hitHistory was made for right and wrong reasons for Welsh regions while play-off hopes took a blow in the penultimate round of the United Rugby Championship.
Exeter need to 'grow up' despite rare win - BaxterExeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says he is not happy with the standards his side set in their 42-14 win over Northampton.
'A tremendous honour' - Itoje named British and Irish Lions captainWatch as British & Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell names Saracens forward Maro Itoje as captain for the 2025 tour of Australia.
Watch: The full British and Irish Lions squad listTake a look the full 38-man squad list for the British and Irish Lions for their 2025 tour to Australia.
Evans 'disappointed' at Wales' Lions quotaBritish and Irish Lions chair Ieuan Evans says he is ‘disappointed as a Welshman’ that only two Wales players were picked for the tour of Australia this summer.
'Deceptively quick' Freeman aims to shock LeinsterNorthampton Saints' Tommy Freeman says his side have to start well if they are to stand a chance of beating Leinster in Saturday's Champions Cup semi-final.
Wales finish bottom after record loss against ItalyItaly finish their Six Nations campaign in style, while condemning Wales to the Wooden Spoon for the second year running after a 44-12 defeat against the Azzurre.
How tough season came to premature end for UlsterBBC Sport NI takes a look back at what has been a testing campaign for Ulster who will miss out on the URC play-offs and a place in next season's Champions Cup.
Lions great McGeechan diagnosed with prostate cancerFormer Scotland and British and Irish Lions head coach Sir Ian McGeechan says he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Premiership Rugby agrees new TNT Sports deal to 2031Premiership Rugby agrees a new TV deal with TNT Sports that will see every league game broadcast live until the end of the 2030-31 season.
Exeter overcome youthful Saints in scrappy contestExeter Chiefs gain some late season pride with a 42-14 victory over a youthful Northampton Saints at Sandy Park.
Scarlets boost play-offs hopes with Lions winScarlets have boosted their United Rugby Championship play-off hopes with a 32-19 bonus-point win over Lions in South Africa.
Bristol beat much-changed Bath in showpiece game in CardiffBristol survive an ill-disciplined display against a much-changed Bath to edge a 36-14 victory at the Principality Stadium.
Edinburgh boost play-off hopes with win at ConnachtEdinburgh boost their hopes of a top-eight finish in the United Rugby Championship with a vital bonus-point victory over Connacht.
Sarries crush Falcons to boost play-off chancesSaracens boost their hopes of reaching the Premiership play-offs with a thumping win over bottom-of-the-table Newcastle at StoneX Stadium.
Gloucester's play-off hopes hit by Quins thrashingGloucester's top-four hopes are severely dented as they are thumped 38-19 by Harlequins at Allianz Stadium.
Glasgow's top-two hopes severely dented by BenettonGlasgow Warriors' hopes of a top-two finish in the United Rugby Championship ware all but dashed as they fall to a heavy defeat by Benetton in Italy.
Dragons' worst season confirmed by loss to StormersDragons fall to their 16th successive defeat of the United Rugby Championship season against Stormers in Cape Town.
Twelve-try Leinster seal top spot with record winLeinster secure top seeding for the United Rugby Championship play-offs with their record win in the competition against Zebre.
Sorensen-McGee, 18, scores twice on Black Ferns debutTeenager Braxton Sorensen-McGee scores two tries on her Test debut as New Zealand open their Pacific Four Series campaign with a 38-12 win over Australia.
Cardiff's late comeback falls short at BullsPlay-off chasing Cardiff leave Pretoria empty-handed despite late tries against Bulls in the United Rugby Championship.
Five talking points from Lions squad announcementBig-name casualties, Farrell circus avoided and Williams doubles Wales contingent - the talking points from the British and Irish Lions squad announcement.
12 from Leinster, two from Wales - the Lions squad in numbersThe numbers in the squad and why Wales can take hope from history as the Lions class of 2025 is revealed.
Tragedy and privilege - why the Lions are a team that transcends sportThose selected for the 2025 British and Irish Lions tour will rightly bask in their achievement - but it's only the initial step on a long journey, writes Tom English.
British and Irish Lions fixtures, squad and coaches for tour of AustraliaBBC Sport looks at some of the key information for the three-Test series between the British and Irish Lions and Australia.
Is it time for change in the Women's Six Nations?On Saturday, England beat France for the fourth consecutive Grand Slam decider in the Women's Six Nations, is it time to change the format to increase competitiveness?
The contenders looking to derail England's World Cup dreamsThe Pacific Four Series gets under way on Saturday - a tournament involving New Zealand, Canada, Australia and the United States - so who out of that bunch will be wanting to make a World Cup statement?
'We don't want to be like football, but...' - inside rugby's 'away end'Harlequins' visit to Leicester was the second match in a controversial Premiership trial of dedicated areas for away fans.
England survive France comeback to win Grand Slam by a single pointEngland hold off a late France fightback to secure a fourth consecutive Women's Six Nations Grand Slam and a seventh straight title.
Oops! Six Nations trophy falls apart againWatch as the Six Nations trophy falls apart as England captain Zoe Aldcroft prepares to lift it - just as the men's trophy did for France's Gregory Alldritt.
Scotland beat Ireland thanks to late McGhie tryFrancesca McGhie's late try snatches a dramatic 26-19 victory for Scotland against Ireland in the Women's Six Nations.
Wales finish bottom after record loss against ItalyItaly finish their Six Nations campaign in style, while condemning Wales to the Wooden Spoon for the second year running after a 44-12 defeat against the Azzurre.
Highlights: Sharks fight back to beat Ulster in URCWatch highlights as Sharks fight back to beat Ulster 22-19 at Kingspan Stadium.
Rugby Union WeeklyChris and Ugo chat to Maro Itoje and Andy Farrell at the Lions squad announcement.
Rugby Union WeeklyEngland and Northampton star Henry Pollock is our special guest on this week's pod.
Rugby Union WeeklyThe Red Roses seal their seventh title in a row
Rugby Union WeeklyHow can the Six Nations be improved? Sara & Philippa discuss, plus we preview round four.
Bloodgate: The scandal that rocked rugby unionHow a joke shop blood capsule unleashed a chain of events that shook rugby to its core.
IPL to resume on Saturday after suspensionThe Indian Premier League (IPL) is making plans to resume, with a revised schedule released in the coming days.
A winner as boy and man - what it was like playing against KohliFrom playing against him in the Under-19s World Cup to bowling to him in Test cricket, ex-England bowler Steven Finn reflects on Virat Kohli's genius.
Essex hold out for draw against YorkshireEssex bat through the entire final day to draw their Championship game with Yorkshire with their last-wicket pair at the crease.
India great Kohli retires from Test cricketLegendary India batter Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket with immediate effect.
In pictures: Kohli, a modern-day greatKohli announced his retirement from Test cricket on 12 May after playing for India for 14 years.
Foakes career-best as Surrey draw at EdgbastonBen Foakes hits an unbeaten 174 as Surrey draw with Warwickshire in a batter-dominated game at Edgbaston.
England batter Duckett extends deal with NottsEngland top-order batter Ben Duckett signs an extended contract with Nottinghamshire until the end of the 2027 season.
Libby century not enough as Sussex defeat WorcsJake Libby scores 167 but Sussex beat Worcestershire by 47 runs on day four of their County Championship match at Hove.
Top Cricket Malawi official dies after 'heartless violence'Tributes are paid to Cricket Malawi operations manager Arjun Menon, who died aged 48 in Blantyre on Saturday.
Nottinghamshire fast start a team effort - JamesNottinghamshire all-rounder Lyndon James says match-winning contributions "from one to 11" are driving their fast start to the County Championship season.
Leaders Notts thump Hampshire by 366 runsDivision One leaders Nottinghamshire beat Hampshire by 366 runs on the third day of their County Championship game.
Harrison leads way as Northants beat LancashireCalvin Harrison takes four wickets as Northants win by 70 runs to leave Lancashire bottom of Championship Division Two.
Women's One-Day Cup - Hants beat Essex to top tableHampshire move top of the Women's One-Day Cup table as they beat Essex and former leaders The Blaze fall to Lancashire.
10 batters retired out - UAE cleverly beat the rainUnited Arab Emirates get clever to beat Qatar and the rain by retiring out 10 batters in the Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier.
Munsey ton in vain as Scotland lose to NetherlandsScotland fail to chase down a target of 283 against the Netherlands in Cricket World Cup League 2 despite a superb 106 from opener George Munsey.
Rohit Sharma: Indian cricket star who made batting look like artOne of India's modern-day greats steps away from Test cricket, leaving a significant void.
'Mood of the nation will decide IPL restart'Any potential resumption of the Indian Premier League would depend on the "mood of the nation", according to former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta.
PSL postponed indefinitely after UAE plan scrappedThe Pakistan Super League is postponed indefinitely, after initial plans to move the tournament to the United Arab Emirates were scrapped.
IPL 2025 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takersThe IPL 2025 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 18th edition.
Test Match SpecialHow has Jos Buttler responded in the IPL since resigning as England white-ball captain?
Test Match SpecialWhat kind of captain will Nat Sciver-Brunt be for England under Charlotte Edwards?
Test Match SpecialHenry Moeran, Abhishek Jhunjhunwala and Matt Floyd discuss the IPL's teenage sensation.
Portrait at Lord's is truly special - EdwardsNew England head coach Charlotte Edwards tells BBC Sport's Joe Wilson to have a portrait of her in the Long Room at Lord's is "truly special".
TailendersThe return of our one of our favourite features.
Raducanu's Rome run ended by classy GauffEmma Raducanu's encouraging Italian Open run ends in the last 16 as Coco Gauff proves too much of a step up in class.
Sinner through in Rome but tough test lies aheadWorld number one Jannik Sinner continues his return from a doping ban with a comfortable 6-4 6-2 victory over Jesper de Jong to reach the last 16 of the Italian Open.
Evans not ready for goodbye yet - Second ServeDan Evans putting retirement to the back of his mind and British success in wheelchair tennis - your weekly tennis round-up.
Draper smashes racquet during hard-fought Rome winJack Draper beats Vit Kopriva to reach the last 16 of the Italian Open but his frustration boils over during a straight-set win.
GB to face Japan in BJK Cup quarter-finalsGreat Britain will play Japan in the quarter-finals of September's Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Shenzhen.
GB win wheelchair tennis World Team Cup bronzesGreat Britain wins bronze medals in the men's and quad events at the wheelchair tennis World Team Cup in Turkey.
'Best reception I've ever had' - Sinner savours win on return from banJannik Sinner beats Mariano Navone at the Italian Open in the first match since his doping ban.
Collins ends Swiatek's Italian Open defenceAmerican Danielle Collins ends Iga Swiatek's defence of her Italian Open title with a 6-1 7-5 victory in the third round.
Raducanu fights back to set up Gauff match in RomeEmma Raducanu fights back to beat Veronika Kudermetova and set up an intriguing fourth-round meeting with Coco Gauff at the Italian Open.
Draper reaches last 32 of Italian OpenGreat Britain's Jack Draper books his place in the last 32 of the Italian Open with a straight sets win over Luciano Darderi.
Kostyuk praises Kasatkina 'courage' and shakes hands after Rome winUkraine's Marta Kostyuk praises Daria Kasatkina's "courage" in switching nationalities from Russia to Australia before the pair shake hands after their match at the Italian Open.
Djokovic takes Geneva wildcard before French OpenNovak Djokovic is given a wildcard to play next week's Geneva Open as he looks to build match practice before the French Open.
Briton Fearnley reaches Italian Open second roundBritain's Jacob Fearnley is safely through to the second round of the Italian Open in Rome at the expense of home player Fabio Fognini.
Short turnarounds 'becoming normal' for DraperBritish number one Jack Draper says he is "feeling good" after arriving at the Italian Open in Rome following a short turnaround from the Madrid Open final.
Kvitova seals first win of comeback at Italian OpenTwo-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova wins her first match since the birth of her first child, then says she had been close to quitting tennis.
Players' union partially successful in legal challenge v ATPThe Professional Tennis Players' Association (PTPA) has been partially successful in a legal challenge against the men's ATP Tour.
Raducanu still 'finding feet' but wins again on clayEmma Raducanu demonstrates her growing confidence on a clay court with a commanding Italian Open second-round win over Swiss lucky loser Jil Teichmann.
BBC Sport extends Queen's Club deal until 2027BBC Sport agrees three-year tennis rights deal to continue coverage of the Queen's Club Championships until 2027.
Sinner doping ban deal 'best choice in bad moment'Jannik Sinner says it was "good news" for him personally not to miss any Grand Slam tournaments during his three-month doping ban.
Raducanu coaching set-up 'working well' - but jigsaw not completeBritain's Emma Raducanu believes her current coaching arrangement is working well but knows she will soon need to "figure another solution out".
Still number one & 'sparring' with Draper - return of SinnerWith Jannik Sinner set to return from a doping ban, BBC Sport explains how he has remained world number one and how he has prepared for his return.
Sinner considered quitting during doping caseWorld number one Jannik Sinner considered walking away from tennis during his doping case, stating he "didn't feel comfortable" as players looked at him "differently" during the Australian Open.
Draper loses to Ruud in absorbing Madrid finalBritish number one Jack Draper misses out on a first ATP Tour clay-court title as Casper Ruud edges an absorbing Madrid Open final.
How Draper has become a force on clay - Second ServeJack Draper's progression into a clay-court contender and Jannik Sinner's return head up your weekly tennis round-up.
Sabalenka beats spirited Gauff to win Madrid OpenWorld number one Aryna Sabalenka beats Coco Gauff in a thrilling Madrid Open final.
Boulter and Burrage send Great Britain into Billie Jean King Cup FinalsWatch the moment Katie Boulter and Jodie Burrage beat Suzan Lamens and Demi Schuurs of the Netherlands to secure Great Britain's place in September's Billie Jean King Cup Finals.
'Another tremendous performance' - best shots as Kartal beats VedderWatch the best shots from Sonay Kartal's victory against Eva Vedder that puts Great Britain 1-0 up against the Netherlands in their Billie Jean King Cup qualifying tie.
GB's Boulter stages brilliant comeback to secure BJK Cup winGreat Britain's Katie Boulter stages a brilliant comeback to secure a 2-0 BJK Cup victory over Germany as she beats Tatjana Maria 1-6 6-3 6-1.
'She's in full flow now!' GB's Kartal wins point with brilliant drop shotGreat Britain's Sonay Kartal wins a point with a brilliant drop shot during her straight-sets victory against Germany's Jule Niemeier on her Billie Jean King cup debut.
I'm proud I've found the competitive spirit - RaducanuEmma Raducanu says she has found her "competitive spirit" after reaching her first WTA 1000 quarter-final with victory over 17th seed Amanda Anisimova in Miami.
'Thought I'd never play again' - Kyrgios on first ATP Tour win since 2022Nick Kyrgios says he "feared he would never play tennis again" after claiming his first ATP Tour victory since 2022 by beating Mackenzie McDonald at the Miami Open.
Draper beats Rune in Indian Wells final - highlightsGreat Britain's Jack Draper claims the biggest title of his career with a straight-sets win over Denmark's Holger Rune in the Indian Wells final.
How 'free spirit' Raducanu is thriving without coachEmma Raducanu has never been afraid to do things differently. Without a full-time coach, the "free spirit" is thriving in Miami - and BBC Sport analyses why.
'Sport was a big release' - how autism helps Brooksby on courtJenson Brooksby was diagnosed with severe autism as a young child - and explains why his condition offers some advantages on court.
Players v tennis tours: why the lawsuit and what next?BBC Sport tennis correspondent Russell Fuller looks at the key questions after a players' union co-founded by Novak Djokovic began legal action against tennis' governing bodies.
Inside the doping deal for tennis' world number oneHow did Jannik Sinner’s drugs ban deal come about and where does it leave the fight against doping in tennis?
'Every woman has fear' - why risks facing female athletes remainEmma Raducanu's ordeal with a male fan in Dubai provided a stark reminder of the dangers faced by female athletes on a regular basis.
'It was never if, just when' - Keys' journey to Slam glorySeven and a bit years after her first major final, Madison Keys can finally call herself a Grand Slam champion. BBC Sport looks at her journey to Slam glory.
Doubles 'dating' & reindeer stew fuel Patten successBritain's Henry Patten tells BBC Sport how doubles "dating" and a reindeer stew helped forge a successful partnership with Harri Heliovaara.
Indian Wells title means world to me - DraperGreat Britain's Jack Draper claims the biggest title of his career with a straight-sets win over Denmark's Holger Rune in the Indian Wells final.
17-year-old Andreeva wins Indian Wells title17-year-old Mirra Andreeva shocks world number one Aryna Sabalenka 2-6 6-4 6-3 to win the Indian Wells title.
Draper beats Alcaraz to reach Indian Wells finalBritain's Jack Draper is helped by a controversial video call to earn a coming-of-age win over four-time major champion Carlos Alcaraz.
Best shots as Draper sets up Alcaraz semi-finalWatch highlights as Great Britain's Jack Draper beats American Ben Shelton in Indian Wells to set up a semi-final against two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.
'Not finishing matches is a concern' - Kyrgios retires in tearsWatch as an emotional Nick Kyrgios is forced to retire from his first-round Indian Wells match against Botic van de Zandschulp with a wrist injury.
Bublik hits underarm ace after tie-break dramaWatch as Alexander Bublik hits an underarm ace against Felix Auger-Aliassime after a contentious video review decision in Dubai.
Australian Open champion Hewett enjoying Oda rivalryGreat Britain's Alfie Hewett gives his thoughts after beating defending champion Tokito Oda in the Australian Open final to win his 10th Grand Slam wheelchair singles title.
Raducanu turned down insect bite treatment over contamination concernsBritain's Emma Raducanu says she avoided using antiseptic spray on a recent bite that caused her ankle to swell, such is the care she feels she must take to avoid positive tests for prohibited substances.
Djokovic and Murray team up at the Australian OpenWatch as Novak Djokovic and his new coach Andy Murray practise ahead
of the Australian Open in Melbourne.
Boulter win takes GB into United Cup last eightKatie Boulter beats Australia's Olivia Gadecki in straight sets to ensure Great Britain reach the United Cup quarter-finals in Sydney.
