There are similarities between where we were in South Africa and the Wallabies going into the second Test – they simply have to show up It is worth comparing and contrasting two separate events over the past week to really get a sense of the challenge that faces the Wallabies...
Joe Root’s form and desire take him to No 2 with Sachin Tendulkar’s landmark in sight | Taha Hashim
Another fine century showed the fire still burns within the former England captain and the world record Test tally is achievable A couple of years ago, Alastair Cook explained the individual goal that kept him ticking during his England career. “In my opinion, you have to have something which is...
Proper England? Maybe, but the Lionesses legacy can be something completely new | Emma John
Beyond the dated stereotypes, England’s sporting identity is now fluid and up for debate, and the Lionesses’ durability can help shape it You can understand why the Lionesses needed a new catchphrase. Three years ago, when they won the Euros at Wembley, they effectively retired: “It’s coming home.” So this...
Mason Lino’s last-gasp drop goal stuns Leeds and boosts Wakefield’s playoff hopes
Wakefield Trinity 15-14 Leeds Rhinos Winning point comes after Brodie Croft misses his effort Two years is a long time in professional sport but even by the wild standards of Super League, the turnaround at Wakefield Trinity these days is nothing short of sensational. As Mason Lino kicked the winning...
Chess: Aronian takes big top prize in Las Vegas as Niemann celebrates Carlsen’s downfall
World No 1 Carlsen was third as Aronian took the $200,000 prize in the Las Vegas leg of the Freestyle Grand Slam Levon Aronian, at 42 the oldest in the tournament, scored what he described as “one of the crown jewels” of his career to win the $200,000 (£148,000) first...
Stokes and Archer: Bowling dream team combine to show England what could be | Simon Burnton
Six months ago these special scenes were a distant fantasy but display against India offered glimpse into future Earlier this year Harry Kane spoke about how he somehow managed to be constantly criticised even as he approached the extraordinary landmark of 400 career goals. “It’s like when Ronaldo and Messi...
Tour de France: Onley lays down a marker as Pogacar keeps grip on yellow
Young Scot closes on podium as Pogacar extends lead Australia’s Ben O’Connor claims stage 18 victory Oscar Onley edged closer to a surprise podium finish in the 2025 Tour de France, as Tadej Pogacar moved further ahead of second-placed Jonas Vingegaard in the Tour’s toughest mountain stage to Col de...
WSL to establish regular Sunday noon slot next season for live games on Sky Sports
Goal is to ‘develop around the grounds’ narrative Trial of alcohol in stands to include 14 WSL clubs Sky Sports is intending to schedule the majority of its live Women’s Super League matches at noon on Sundays in the new season, the Guardian understands, as the division seeks to establish...
Formula E at crossroads with spark on track that still falls flat with the public
An underwhelming series when it began has been transformed but the sustainable sport is still searching to break out of its bubble on the eve of 11th season’s finale A racing series with purpose, Formula E heads into its season finale in London this weekend having to an extent already...
Raducanu races into quarter-finals with win over Osaka to regain British No 1 slot
Briton wins 6-4, 6-2 to make last eight in Washington Cameron Norrie and Dan Evans go out in straight sets Emma Raducanu will reclaim the British No 1 ranking after winning her first meeting with the four-time grand slam champion Naomi Osaka in confident fashion. The clash was hotly anticipated...