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Friday, Apr 19

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Government accused of U-turn after accepting Russian and Belarusian athletes at Olympics

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The UK government has been accused of a U-turn after accepting Russian and Belarusian athletes can compete at the 2024 Olympics.

Beijing half marathon winner stripped of medal after investigation into bizarre finish

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China's top long-distance runner has been stripped of his first-place finish in the Beijing half marathon.

Thursday, Apr 18

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Five classic replays that helped encapsulate 'the magic of the FA Cup'

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FA Cup replays will be scrapped next season as concerns grow about the impact an increasingly congested calendar could have on player welfare.

17

'Hapless' FA criticised by lower-league clubs for scrapping FA Cup replays

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Lower-league football clubs have hit out at the FA over its decision to scrap replays in its flagship men's competition.

16

Team GB unveils 'very patriotic' Olympic kits featuring Union Jack

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Team GB have revealed a range of Olympic kits for Paris that should pacify traditionalists featuring Union Jacks.

12

Ministers kick off search for new football referee

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Ministers are to kick off a search for the inaugural chair of the new football watchdog, even as it faces growing hints of opposition to its establishment from the Premier League.

Wednesday, Apr 17

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'Number of offences' investigated after hundreds of football fans descend on pub

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Police are appealing for witnesses after hundreds of football fans descended on a pub where disorder took place - including theft, criminal damage and racial abuse - after Portsmouth FC secured promotion to the Championship.

14

The Team GB athletes to watch at the Paris Olympics

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With less than 100 days until the 2024 Olympics begin, eyes are turning towards Paris - and the athletes who will compete there.

09

Why WNBA's top pick Caitlin Clark's salary has sparked debate

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One of the most anticipated Women's National Basketball Association's (WNBA) Drafts saw the Indiana Fever snap up college basketball superstar Caitlin Clark as their top pick, however the disparity in her salary compared to National…

04

British Olympic Association chief criticises move to give prize money to track and field gold medallists

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A decision by athletics bosses to pay Olympic gold medallists was inappropriate and has created problems with other sports, Team GB's boss has told Sky News.

Tuesday, Apr 16

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Guinness and Heineken wage Premier League bidding war

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Two brands which have for decades been among the biggest commercial backers of elite European rugby are engaged in a multimillion pound bidding war to become the Premier League's next brewing partner.

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Paris Olympics torch lit at site of ancient games

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The flame that will burn at the Paris Olympics has been kindled at the site of the ancient games in Greece.

Monday, Apr 15

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Half marathon under investigation after runners 'allow man to win'

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A Beijing half marathon is being investigated after three runners appeared to let a Chinese athlete win.

Who is Caitlin Clark? The college star who has transformed women's basketball

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Caitlin Clark has left an enduring legacy throughout American society and culture - both on and off the basketball court - all by the age of 22.

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England's most successful spin bowler in Test history has died

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Former England and Kent cricketer Derek Underwood has died aged 78.

Former British champion boxer dies

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Former British and Commonwealth champion boxer Willie Limond has died at the age of 45.

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Olympic opening ceremony on Seine could be scrapped if security risk is too high, Macron says

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President Emmanuel Macron has admitted the Paris Olympics opening ceremony could be scaled down if the security threat is deemed too high.

Sunday, Apr 14

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Bayer Leverkusen win first-ever Bundesliga title - ending Bayern Munich's 11-year run

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Bayer Leverkusen have won the German football league for the first time in their history - ending an 11-year run by Bayern Munich.

13

Conor McGregor to make long-awaited UFC return

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A date has been set for Conor McGregor's long-awaited return to UFC.

Saturday, Apr 13

16

I Am Maximus wins Grand National | Racing round-up

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Cruz Control ridden by Stan Sheppard on their way to winning the William Hill Handicap Chase on day three of the 2024 Randox Grand National. Pic: PA

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'I never considered myself a great manager' - Jurgen Klopp on cooking, life after Liverpool and title race

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Interviewing Jurgen Klopp the morning after Liverpool's rare and humbling defeat to Atalanta in the Europa League at Anfield isn't ideal timing.

Friday, Apr 12

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Organisers insist changes have been made to Grand National - as two horses die at Aintree

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Horse racing carries risk, just like football or F1, a boss at the Aintree course has told Sky News - as today's Grand National faces renewed scrutiny despite changes intended to make it safer.

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Could Glasgow step up to host the Commonwealth Games in 2026?

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Scotland's Commonwealth Games body has developed a "cost-effective" way to host the troubled 2026 event in Glasgow amid continued uncertainty over its long-term future.

Thursday, Apr 11

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Japanese interpreter charged with stealing more than $16m from baseball star Shohei Ohtani

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Japanese baseballer Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter has been accused of stealing more than $16m (£12.75m) from the Los Angeles Dodgers star to cover gambling debts.

21

Sprinter back in GB relay squad after drugs ban - along with athlete who said he'd 'never forgive' him

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A sprinter has been named in Great Britain's relay squad for the first time since returning from a 22-month drugs ban.

20

How OJ Simpson became a symbol for racial division in the US

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They couldn't see OJ Simpson's colour for his success. Until they could.

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Newcastle United unveil shirts for deaf fans to 'feel' the noise

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Newcastle United fans who are deaf or have hearing loss will "feel" the noise at their next match for the first time through special shirts.

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Lewis Hamilton's brother Nicolas wants to 'inspire' others with disabilities as he prepares to race in UK again

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The brother of seven-time F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has said he wants to "inspire" other people who have disabilities as he prepares to race in the British Touring Car Championship again this year.

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Sky Sports extends deal with Women's Super League

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Sky has agreed a one-year extension to show up to 44 Women's Super League matches - more than any other broadcaster - for the 2024/25 season