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Lancashire TelegraphRossendale maintain bid for top spot
A game played in the most atrocious conditions with driving wind, sleet and hail went the way of home side Rossendale as they beat bottom of Regional One North West Sandbach 45-7.
AFPJapan leukaemia survivor Ikee to swim at Paris Olympics
Leukaemia survivor Rikako Ikee will compete for Japan in the 100m butterfly at the Paris Olympics after missing out on an individual place at the Tokyo Games three years ago.An 18-year-old Ikee was named MVP of the 2018 Asian Games after claiming six golds and two silvers, and was expected to be one of the stars of the Tokyo Olympics.
Lancashire TelegraphDino is ready for Burn bonding in the cup
Dino Radice is looking forward to bonding, beers and bus journeys when Blackburn take part in the Papa John’s Cup.
The Bolton NewsLostock Athletic Club's Rachel is shining star at Grassmere
Lostocker Rachel Hancock competed in the Grasmere Duathlon last Saturday and had a fine race.
The TelegraphDan Lawrence backed to become Surrey’s new all-rounder in effort to force way back into England team
Dan Lawrence hopes to use his quirky off-spin to force his way into the England Test team, and has been backed to become a “genuine all-rounder” by his coach at champions Surrey, Gareth Batty.
The Northern EchoMike Dodds on Sunderland 'clamour' he must ignore & 'great' West Ham transfer example
Mike Dodds discusses Sunderland pair Aji Alese and Patrick Roberts
The Bolton NewsNight terrors: Why defeat against Derby left Bolton boss Evatt unable to sleep
Bolton Wanderers boss Ian Evatt came to some important conclusions in the middle of the night after his side's 1-0 defeat against Derby County.
The Northern EchoMichael Carrick keeping things simple with Middlesbrough's bid to defy odds
Michael Carrick discusses Middlesbrough's Championship play-off chances
Herald ScotlandPartick Thistle all but seal play-off place as Fitzpatrick continues to shine
Having picked up their first win in over two months with the 2-1 victory against Morton, Partick Thistle made the trip north, knowing that three points against Jim McIntyre’s Arbroath would help further consolidate the Jags’ grip on third spot.
PA Media: SportOn this day in 2018: Australian trio banned after ball-tampering saga
The trio were handed their punishments on March 28, 2018.
AFPSuns eclipse Nuggets, Rockets silence Thunder
Kevin Durant scored 30 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 104-97 victory over reigning NBA champions Denver on Wednesday to keep things close at the top of the Western Conference.Denver's two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Nikola Jokic, playing with a sore back and hip, scored 22 points with nine rebounds and 10 assists.
The Guardian‘Sport is never just sport’: Olympics exhibition in Paris reflects 20th century’s highs and lows
Les Jeux Olympiques: Miroir des Sociétés opens ahead of Paris Olympics and puts previous games in context of conflicts and injustices
The Bolton News'There's no point being nervous!' Thomason says Wanderers' camp is calm
Bolton Wanderers won't be hampered by nerves as the League One season ticks down to its final seven games, says George Thomason.
The Bolton NewsPrimary school flies the flag for Bolton and do the town proud
Bolton were represented at this year's Greater Manchester Games Athletics Tournament by a team which is enjoying a winning streak
Lancashire TelegraphEustace on facing 'strong' Ipswich and Deeney's Rovers visit
Rovers boss John Eustace on the visit of Ipswich and why Troy Deeney was at the training ground recently
News and StarTalented Carlisle youngsters pick up Jiu Jitsu gold medals at UK championships
In a challenge of ability young athletes from Carlisle’s Radgie Rollers recently gathered at the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Junior National Championships, held in Wolverhampton on the 23rd and 24th of March. A small team of 9 athletes, accompanied by coaches Kit Wilson and Seonghae Wilson and parents, won 6 golds, 6 silvers and 2 bronzes across the two day event. The first day they competed in the gi, and the second without. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, often referred to as BJJ, is a martial art and combat spo
Lancashire TelegraphWidow of ex-Rovers player who died from dementia demands heading ban
Amanda Kopel, believes his diagnosis was due to brain trauma caused by repeated collisions with other players’ heads while attempting to head the ball during matches.
PA Media: SportDaniil Medvedev books last-four clash with Jannik Sinner
The pair met in the finals of last year’s Miami Open and the Australian Open in January.
AFPSinner and Medvedev book Miami Open semi-final clash
World number three Jannik Sinner will face defending champion Daniil Medvedev in the semi-finals of the Miami Open - a rematch of the Australian Open final won by Sinner and last year's Miami title match.Italy's Sinner, who rallied from two sets down to beat Medvedev and claim his first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, will play in his fourth semi of the season after dealing with lively Machac in 91 minutes.
AFPFormer China coach Li Tie goes on trial over bribery allegations
Former China coach and ex-Everton midfielder Li Tie went on trial Thursday on allegations of bribery, state media said, part of a broader crackdown on corruption in football in the country.Li, who was China coach from January 2020 until December 2021, is accused of giving and taking bribes, state broadcaster CCTV said.
The Guardian‘Incredibly small’ number of AFL players pulled from games for positive drug tests, union says
AFLPA head Paul Marsh says speculation missing the mark, while Sport Integrity Australia is now assessing allegations by MP Andrew Wilkie
The IndependentChelsea and Emma Hayes stand 11 games from era-defining greatness
Chelsea 1-1 Ajax (4-1 on agg): It was job done for Hayes as Chelsea returned to the Champions League semi-finals – and the quadruple is now alive
The TelegraphLouis Rees-Zammit set to join Kansas City Chiefs as NFL dream moves closer
Louis Rees-Zammit’s dream of playing in the NFL has moved one step closer with the former Wales wing to sign for the Kansas City Chiefs later this week, according to reports in the United States.
The GuardianWarriors and Bulldogs to join expanded 12-team NRLW in 2025
The NRLW will expand to a 12-team competition in 2025 as the women’s game reaches ‘another level’
PA Media: SportFormer England captain Steph Houghton to retire at end of season
The 35-year-old defender won 121 caps for the Lionesses.
Headlines
- On this day in 2018: Australian trio banned after ball-tampering saga
- Daniil Medvedev books last-four clash with Jannik Sinner
- Former England captain Steph Houghton to retire at end of season
- It will be complicated – Gareth Southgate expecting Euro 2024 selection headache
- James Maddison wants opportunity to show what he can do for England