ITV loses British Open and Tour de France in 2026
ITV's sports portfolio takes a major hit as Channel 5 secures three snooker tournaments and the Tour de France moves to pay-TV. Discover the full details of the broadcast shake-up.
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Sports Stars Fight to Save England's Playing Fields
Olympic champions and sports bodies warn that proposed planning reforms could lead to a mass sell-off of vital community playing fields. They urge the government to keep crucial protections.
What sport to watch on Boxing Day 2025
Your complete guide to Boxing Day sport on TV, featuring Manchester United vs Newcastle, the Ashes Test, Premiership Rugby, and live horse racing. Plan your festive viewing now.
Serena Williams Reflects on Racism in Tennis Career
Tennis legend Serena Williams discusses the 'negativity' she faced as a black woman in sport and the positive change for new generations. Read her powerful insights on resilience and retirement.
Jacqui Oatley departs ITV Sport after decade
Presenter Jacqui Oatley announces her exit from ITV Sport after a decade as production moves to Matchroom. Key darts tournaments remain free-to-air. Read the full story.
Scottish Sport 'Running on Empty' Amid Funding Crisis
Thirty-nine Scottish sports bodies warn the First Minister that grassroots sport is in crisis due to a broken £100m funding pledge. Urgent action is demanded.
Joey Barton's Misogynistic Rant Sparks Football Outrage
Former footballer Joey Barton faces widespread condemnation after comparing female pundits to serial killers in shocking social media outburst targeting Lucy Ward and Eni Aluko.
Female jockey makes history with Melbourne Cup win
Australian racing sensation Jamie Kah becomes the first female jockey to win the prestigious Melbourne Cup, shattering racing's glass ceiling in a landmark moment for the sport.
North Melbourne's Record 24-Game AFLW Winning Streak
The North Melbourne Kangaroos have rewritten the AFLW record books, securing their 24th consecutive victory in a stunning display of dominance that has left opponents in their wake.
Women's sport breaks records with massive TV audiences
Women's sports in the UK are experiencing an unprecedented boom, with the Lionesses' World Cup final and Red Roses' rugby matches drawing record-breaking television audiences and signalling a major shift in sports viewership.
Body image fears sidelining girls from sport
New research reveals worrying trends as body image anxieties and clothing concerns create significant barriers preventing teenage girls from participating in sports and physical activity.
Young Republicans scandal: Racist group chat exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking racist, homophobic and anti-Muslim messages in private Young Republicans chat, leading to widespread condemnation and resignations.
Netflix's Pink Marine documentary sparks homophobia row
Greg Cope White's new Netflix documentary 'Pink Marine' faces backlash after featuring military boots with homophobic slurs, raising questions about LGBTQ+ representation in streaming content.
Barton: Rooney and pundits would fail in Sunday league
Joey Barton launches another blistering attack on football pundits, claiming Wayne Rooney and other high-profile commentators wouldn't survive in amateur football while defending his controversial opinions.
AFL's Bailey Smith in Brokeback Mountain controversy
Western Bulldogs star Bailey Smith faces investigation after controversial Brokeback Mountain-themed Mad Monday celebration with teammate Mitch Brown, prompting discussions about homophobia in Australian Rules Football.
A-League Women Hits Record Crowds in Football Boom
Australia's A-League Women is experiencing a spectacular renaissance, with record-breaking attendances and unprecedented commercial interest transforming the women's game.
UK Girls' Sports Imagery Lacks Diversity, Report Finds
A landmark study reveals that media portrayals of girls in sport are overwhelmingly white, middle-class, and focused on a narrow range of activities, creating a significant barrier to participation for many young women across the UK.
Streeting: 'Free Speech' Cannot Shield Racism and Homophobia
Wes Streeting issues a stark warning against the weaponisation of free speech to spread hate, urging a national reckoning on rising intolerance in British politics and society.
Farage Accused of Homophobic Slur on BBC Question Time
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces backlash after allegedly using a homophobic term during a BBC Question Time appearance, prompting condemnation from LGBTQ+ groups and political rivals.
Kenya's Thriving Horse Racing Scene Challenges Colonial Legacy
Discover the vibrant and unexpected world of horse racing in Nairobi, where a new generation of Black Kenyan jockeys, trainers, and stable hands are galloping towards a future rich with tradition and ambition.
Oxford Union chief in racist chat scandal
The incoming president of the prestigious Oxford Union, Ebrahim Osman-Mowafy, faces calls to resign after leaked messages reveal shocking racist and homophobic slurs in a private chat. The law student and former LIBDEM candidate apologises as the scandal
Reform UK candidate suspended over racist, homophobic rants
Reform UK faces a major crisis as an undercover investigation exposes a key campaigner using vile racist and homophobic slurs, forcing Nigel Farage to suspend the candidate and reigniting debates about the party's culture.
Chelsea WSL blood-stained shorts spark fury and calls for change
Chelsea's Women's team forced to play in blood-stained kit due to contentious 'dark shorts' rule, sparking fury and calls for urgent reform in women's football.
Brighton's Inclusive Rugby World Cup Sells Out
Brighton's Amex Stadium becomes the epicentre of inclusive sport as it hosts a triumphant, sold-out weekend for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, setting a new benchmark for diversity and accessibility in major sporting events.
Headteacher's suicide note reveals homophobic abuse torment
The heart-wrenching suicide note of a lesbian headmistress, Ruth Perry, has been revealed, detailing the relentless homophobic abuse that led her to take her own life. A harrowing story of bullying and its tragic consequences in the education sector.
Competitive Rubbish Collection Sweeps Australia
Thousands of Australians are swapping the gym for green spaces in a revolutionary fitness craze that combines jogging with litter collection. Discover how 'plogging' is transforming communities and wellbeing.
Expert's Bombshell Claim: Homophobia a 'Cornerstone' of AFL
A leading academic has dropped a bombshell on the AFL, alleging that homophobia is deeply embedded within the sport's culture. This explosive claim challenges the league's public stance on inclusivity and has sent shockwaves through the sporting community
Ian Roberts Blasts Influencer's AFL 'Secret Relationship' Claims
Rugby league's first openly gay player, Ian Roberts, has launched a scathing attack on influencer Luke 'Sassy' Scott for his claims of a secret relationship with an AFL star and accusations of homophobia within the league. Roberts condemns the 'cheap shot
Sam Newman's vile homophobic rant sparks AFL fury
Former AFL personality Sam Newman faces a massive backlash after defending a homophobic slur and launching a shocking tirade against the league's inclusivity stance, following Izak Rankine's suspension.
Sandilands blasts Fevola over Snoop Dogg homophobia row
KIIS FM host Kyle Sandilands launches a fiery on-air tirade against AFL great Brendan Fevola, defending Snoop Dogg and slamming the footballer's stance on homophobia in a controversial and explosive segment.
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