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Rybakina wins second Porsche Tennis Grand Prix title in Stuttgart
Elena Rybakina won her first repeat title with a 7-5 6-1 win over Karolina Muchova in the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix after first winning the tournament in 2024.The Kazakh took her 13th overall title in just 78 minutes, continuing her emphatic start to the year after also winning the Australian Open in January.
Spurs relegation battle worsens
Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said his side are "not finished yet" despite a bitterly disappointing 2-2 draw against Brighton on Saturday to leave them mired in the Premier League relegation zone. Spurs twice took the lead in front of passionate home fans and Xavi Simons' wonderful strike in the 77th minute appeared to have earned a precious three points as the clock ticked down. But wild scenes of joy among the fans turned to disbelief when Georginio Rutter slotted home to e...
Antonio Conte hits out at Scott McTominay as Napoli supporters turn on players
Antonio Conte hits out at Scott McTominay as Napoli supporters turn on playersScott McTominay played from start to finish as Napoli's fading title hopes went up in smokeCommentsSportMark Whiley Sports Writer10:14, 19 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesScott McTominay of Napoli shows his disappointment during the Serie A match against Lazio(Image: Image Photo Agency/Getty Images)Scott McTominay and his team-mates were jeered off the pitch as Napoli's Serie A title aspirations were virtually extinguis...
Bayern on cusp of title as Dortmund lose
Bayern Munich edged closer to the Bundesliga title after Borussia Dortmund lost 2-1 at Hoffenheim on Saturday, while pioneering Union Berlin coach Marie-Louise Eta was beaten on her debut. Dortmund's defeat leaves Bayern 12 points clear and knowing they need just a point at home to Stuttgart on Sunday to claim their 35th German title. Hoffenheim's club record goalscorer Andrej Kramaric converted two penalties, bringing his career total to 156, to help the hosts move past Bayer Leverkuse...
Eddie Howe 'crisis talks' truth as Newcastle future questioned after Bournemouth loss
Eddie Howe 'crisis talks' truth as Newcastle future questioned after Bournemouth lossNewcastle United suffered a third consecutive Premier League defeat against AFC Bournemouth on Saturday, with Eddie Howe under mounting pressureCommentsSportLee Ryder and Isaac Seelochan Senior Sports Journalist10:09, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesEddie Howe faces an uncertain future at Newcastle United(Image: Getty Images)Eddie Howe did not avoid the post-match lap of honour at the final whistle against AFC...
Sociedad secure Copa del Rey triumph
Real Sociedad edged Atletico Madrid 4-3 on penalties to win the Copa del Rey for a fourth time in the club's history after a 2-2 draw in a gripping final on Saturday in Seville. After Alexander Sorloth and Julian Alvarez missed from the spot for Diego Simeone's Atletico, Pablo Marin smashed home his kick to claim victory for the Basque side. Ander Barrenetxea had headed Real Sociedad ahead after just 14 seconds, with Ademola Lookman levelling for Atletico. Mikel Oyarzabal put the Basque...
Meet Marie-Louise Eta, the first woman to manage a men’s team in one of Europe’s top five leagues
For Marie-Louise Eta, it wasn’t the dream debut she was looking for on Saturday after becoming the first woman to manage a men’s team in one of Europe’s top five leagues when she took charge of Union Berlin in the Bundesliga.Eta was feted by the Union Berlin fans before the game, but the team were unable to live up to the sense of occasion as they slumped to a 2-1 defeat at home to Wolfsburg, who were previously winless in 12 games.Eta had spoken before the match of just wanting to get on with t...
Racing driver's haunting final post just hours before tragic death in seven-car crash during race that Formula One star Max Verstappen was taking part in
Racing driver's haunting final post just hours before tragic death in seven-car crash during race that Formula One star Max Verstappen was taking part inBy OLLIE LEWIS, DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR Published: 09:59, 19 April 2026 | Updated: 10:05, 19 April 2026 e-mail 59 View comments
Why Bruno Fernandes was furious with the referee in Man Utd win over Chelsea as 'stamp' missed
Why Bruno Fernandes was furious with the referee in Man Utd win over Chelsea as 'stamp' missedManchester United captain Bruno Fernandes reacted furiously to a potential red card incident during Saturday's 1-0 win at ChelseaCommentsSportIsaac Seelochan Senior Sports Journalist10:05, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesBruno Fernandes was not happy(Image: Simon Stacpoole/Offside/Offside via Getty Images)Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was left incensed over a potential missed red card...
Sultans edge Karachi Kings in PSL
Multan Sultans kept their push for a top-four finish firmly on track Sunday as they defeated Karachi Kings by 11 runs at the National Stadium in Karachi, condemning their hosts to a fourth consecutive defeat in the Pakistan Super League 2026. Chasing a formidable 208, Karachi Kings were bowled out for 196 in 19.4 overs, their batting once again failing to deliver under pressure when it mattered most. The result leaves Karachi in crisis, their campaign in tatters as Multan continue to climb the s...
Newcastle dealt double injury worry as Eddie Howe issues latest on England trio
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Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns: How to watch playoff series with SGA, Devin Booker
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been atop the NBA universe for some time now. They enter the playoffs as protectors of the Larry O’Brien Trophy, with incumbent MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander angling for more hardware.In contrast, the Phoenix Suns are built to apply pressure and threaten upsets. They have an elite bucket-getter in Devin Booker, a true heat-checker in Jalen Green and a prolific agitator in Dillon Brooks. First-year head coach Jordan Ott leads his group into the gauntlet with nothing t...
'I had to tell David Beckham he was leaving Man Utd – his reaction said it all'
'I had to tell David Beckham he was leaving Man Utd – his reaction said it all'David Beckham's transfer from Manchester United to Real Madrid was one of the highest-profile moves involving any England playerCommentsSportTom Victor Senior Sports Journalist10:00, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesDavid Beckham's Manchester United exit was confirmed in 2003(Image: Getty Images)When former Manchester United chief executive Peter Kenyon told David Beckham he was on the way out, the player&#...
Cole Palmer ultimatum backfires and leaves Chelsea future in doubt after Man Utd links
Cole Palmer ultimatum backfires and leaves Chelsea future in doubt after Man Utd linksCole Palmer's comments before Chelsea's defeat to Manchester United could leave his future at Stamford Bridge in doubtCommentsSportMark Wakefield Sport Central Audience Writer09:46, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesCole Palmer has previously been linked with a move away from Chelsea(Image: Izzy Poles - AMA/Getty Images)Cole Palmer's recent admission could leave his future at Chelsea in doubt after the clu...
Injured Ayush Mhatre likely to be out of IPL 2026 for three weeks
The 18-year-old batsman, who injured his hamstring, is set to undergo tests on Monday and faces a spell on the sidelines at a crucial juncture.
Train nightmare at Manchester Piccadilly as Arsenal fans scramble to get to huge Man City clash
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Liverpool boss was sacked an hour after Merseyside derby - 'The least we deserved'
Liverpool boss was sacked an hour after Merseyside derby - 'The least we deserved'Liverpool's superior record against Everton came back to bite one former manager after an insipid performance in the Merseyside derbyCommentsSportFasika Zelealem Senior Sports Reporter09:30, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesBrendan Rodgers encountered a similar start to the season with Liverpool in 2014(Image: PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)The Merseyside derby can make or break your managerial career, with...
KKR vs RR live: Winless KKR eye breakthrough against wounded RR
KKR vs RR live Winless KKR eye breakthrough against wounded RR
Wolves have five games to go. They are vital to Rob Edwards
The final five weeks of the Premier League season will mean very little to Wolverhampton Wanderers.They might mean everything to Rob Edwards.After a second successive heavy defeat, this time at Leeds United, Wolves will end the weekend with only goal difference, and the theoretical possibility of a massive swing, between them and confirmed relegation.Advertisement
Arne Slot gets honest sack verdict from ex-Liverpool star - 'Have to look at everything'
Liverpool manager Arne Slot may well find himself under increased pressure if Liverpool lose to Everton in this weekend's Merseyside derby. However, former Reds defender Dominic Matteo believes it would still be harsh to dismiss the title-winning boss given the wider context.Slot delivered a Premier League title in his first season but has found things much tougher this term. Top spot is all but mathematically impossible with six games to go, while Tuesday's defeat by Paris Saint-Germa...