Dutch beach volleyball star Steven Van de Velde, convicted of raping a 12-year-old British girl, faces international condemnation as he's approved to compete in Australia. South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas defends the controversial decision.
An honest review of Portobello Beach in Edinburgh after it was crowned Britain's most disappointing seaside destination - discover what we really found.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw date has been officially announced, setting the stage for the biggest football tournament in history featuring 48 teams across North America.
Steven van de Velde, a Dutch-Australian beach volleyball athlete, is representing Australia at international competitions despite his 2016 conviction for raping a 12-year-old British girl. The shocking revelation has sparked outrage across the sporting wo
The tiny island nation of Cape Verde has defied all odds, booking their place at the 2026 World Cup after a dramatic victory over Cameroon, while Eswatini's fairytale run came to an end.
FIFA announces December 2025 for the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup draw in Vancouver, setting the stage for the expanded 48-team tournament across North America.
A routine beach walk turned into a life-changing moment when a sharp-eyed walker spotted a rare Richard Mille watch worth over £70,000 lying in the sand - sparking a remarkable search for its rightful owner.
Exclusive: Bournemouth's popular volleyball community faces eviction from millionaire-owned beachfront as new sauna installation creates smoke hazards and restricts public access to prized coastal location.
Shocking prison violence erupts during recreational game at Canberra's Alexander Maconochie Centre, leaving one inmate with severe ear injuries after alleged biting incident during volleyball match.
Exclusive investigation reveals San Jose State volleyball coach faced unprecedented challenges accommodating transgender athlete, raising questions about fairness in women's sports
Donald Trump makes unprecedented move to secure premium 2026 World Cup tickets amid ongoing criminal cases, raising questions about FIFA's allocation process and political influence in football.
A high school volleyball game in Atlanta has been marred by controversy after students from a rival school were pictured appearing to wear blackface, prompting a district-wide investigation and accusations of racism.
Swiss powerhouse Marlen Reusser delivered a masterclass in time trialling to secure the rainbow jersey at the 2025 UCI Road World Championships, dominating the field with a commanding performance.
A lawsuit has been filed against a transgender athlete and a North Carolina school district after three female volleyball players sustained injuries during a match. The case raises serious questions about safety and fairness in women's sports.
American sprint sensation Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone storms to a historic 400m victory, clocking the fastest women's time in 40 years to claim World Championship gold.
Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis defends his world title in spectacular fashion, breaking his own pole vault world record with a monumental 6.25m clearance in Tokyo. Live coverage of all the drama from the 2025 World Athletics Championships.
Swedish pole vault sensation Mondo Duplantis has broken his own world record, clearing a staggering 6.23m to claim gold at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. Discover how the reigning Olympic champion made history once again.
Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir smashes the women's marathon world record at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, outlasting a stellar field including Tigst Assefa in a historic race.
World Athletics announces thrilling schedule for 2025 Championships in Tokyo, featuring 13 days of elite competition from September 13-25 at Japan National Stadium.
The World Stone Skimming Championships on Easdale Island was hit by a major scandal as multiple competitors were disqualified for illegally modifying their stones, in a breach of the event's strict 'found not formed' rule.
The 2025 World Athletics Championships in Budapest kicked off with electrifying energy as a raucous crowd and stunning performances from sprint stars like Dina Asher-Smith and Zharnel Hughes set the stage for an unforgettable tournament.
Team GB's 4x400m mixed relay squad suffered a devastating disqualification at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, crushing their medal dreams after a dramatic baton mishap.
Relive all the electric action from a breathtaking first night at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in London. Get the lowdown on the 100m contenders' blistering starts, a dramatic women's 10,000m final, and the surprises that set the stage for an un
Jessica Hull claims spectacular silver in 3000m, while Torrie Lewis blazes into 100m semis on electrifying opening day for Australian team at World Athletics Championships.
Team GB triumphs in Budapest with a record-breaking 13 gold medals, finishing third in the overall table behind only the USA and Spain in a landmark performance for British athletics.
US cycling authorities launch a formal investigation into transgender athlete Charlie Kirk after allegations of aggressive and unsportsmanlike behaviour caused chaos at the UCI Masters World Championships in Scotland.
Australian sprint sensation Torrie Lewis is forced to withdraw from the 200m semi-finals at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo after a sudden and severe gout attack, a rare and debilitating condition for a world-class athlete.
Harper Murray, a 6ft 8in volleyball phenomenon from the UK, is taking the internet by storm with her incredible athletic prowess and dominant performances at the high school level, sparking excitement about her future in the sport.
World record holder Mondo Duplantis sensationally withdraws from the World Athletics Championships final in Tokyo after a severe gout flare-up, blaming extreme humidity for the debilitating attack.
American sprint king Noah Lyles blazed to victory in the men's 100m at the World Athletics Championships, claiming his first global outdoor title and establishing himself as the man to beat ahead of the Olympics.