F1 planning to finish season in Middle East as Imola deadline passes

A contingency plan had been arranged for Imola to host a season-ending race in the first week of December, but those in charge at the Italian circuit were informed on Tuesday that it will not be needed, which confirms…

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World Cup finalists England still feel short of best

The question was prompted by some spectacular athleticism as he scored five tries to help England crush Australia 86-18 in Tuesday's Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup semi-final in Wollongong, Australia. "It's just…

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Ombudsman all set for Japan Cup swansong

However, win, lose or draw in the Far East, Godolphin's managing director Hugh Anderson believes his legacy has already been secured and he will go down as "one of the best" to represent Sheikh Mohammed's operation on…

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Merson: Man Utd transfer policy is to blame - not Carrick

Carrick's job is increasingly in doubt, with United sitting in the Premier League relegation zone after taking only eight points from their first 10 games, and Mauricio Pochettino is open to a discussion if approached.…

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Merson: Man Utd transfer policy is to blame - not Carrick

Carrick's job is increasingly in doubt, with United sitting in the Premier League relegation zone after taking only eight points from their first 10 games, and Mauricio Pochettino is open to a discussion if approached.…

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Who are the main candidates for the Aberdeen job?

The Northern Irishman followed Stephen Glass, Jim Goodwin, Barry Robson and Jimmy Thelin in making an abrupt exit on the watch of chairman Dave Cormack. Most of the quintet have lasted less than a year and, although…

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Dortmund fans' group criticises Nmecha celebration

A supporters' group said it objected to Nmecha's goal celebration because it referenced a campaign by Ballers in God called 'The King's Return'. The supporters' group said the campaign discriminates against homosexuality…

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From W-M to the No 10, shirt numbers tell a story of football’s tactical evolution

Liverpool and Manchester United have reasons to celebrate their No 7. Ajax retired No 14 for Johan Cruyff, Milan their No 3 and No 6 for Paolo Maldini and Franco Baresi respectively and Birmingham their 22 for Jude…

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Sinner aiming for Australian Open return

The Italian has not played since defending his Wimbledon title in July due to a knee injury . Sinner, who has lost his world No 1 spot to Alexander Zverev, won the Melbourne title in 2024 and 2025 but was beaten by Novak…

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Lure of the Championship - Why foreign coaches are drawn to England's second tier

This is the famous Championship, offering raucous crowds, potential riches and a route to the Premier League. That is what has drawn the other eight - coaches from Belgium, Italy, France, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland and…

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