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.
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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.
Joe Marler boycotts BBC Radio over "muppets" commentary
England rugby star Joe Marler reveals why he's boycotting BBC Radio 5 Live coverage, calling out commentary he deems disrespectful to players in explosive interview.
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.
Australian Women Cricketers Earn £1M+ in Historic Pay Deal
Australia's elite women cricketers have achieved a groundbreaking financial milestone, with national team stars now earning over £1 million annually in a watershed moment for women's sport.
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.
Luther Burrell: Racism forced my rugby retirement
Exclusive: England rugby international Luther Burrell opens up about devastating racial abuse that ended his professional career and exposes rugby's discrimination crisis.
Jaxson Dart's mum emotional over son's Giants start
In a heart-wrenching interview, Jaxson Dart's mother becomes overwhelmed with emotion as her son secures his first NFL start with the New York Giants, revealing the family's incredible journey to football stardom.
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.
Bulldogs' Ugle-Hagan takes indefinite mental health leave
Western Bulldogs forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan steps away from AFL indefinitely to focus on his mental wellbeing, with the club's full support.
F1 Female President Condemns Bikini Photo Focus in Landmark Role
Susie Wolff, Formula 1's first female team principal, issues a defiant response to media outlets focusing on old bikini photos instead of her professional credentials and historic appointment.
NRL star axed by Titans, then dumped by wife in lawn drama
Exclusive: NRL star Reagan Campbell-Gillard's world implodes as he is sensationally dropped by the Gold Coast Titans, followed by his wife dramatically discarding his possessions onto their front lawn, signalling a crushing personal and professional colla
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.
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.
School Sports Boost Girls' Career Prospects by 50%
New research reveals UK girls who participate in after-school sports are 50% more likely to secure leadership positions and high-paying careers later in life, highlighting the long-term professional benefits of athletic participation.
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.
Andy Murray Plans Pro Golf Career After Tennis Retirement
Tennis legend Andy Murray is seriously considering a dramatic career change to professional golf after he hangs up his racket, revealing he's already plotting his next move on the fairways.
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.
Raducanu: Top Tennis Stars Don't Put In Necessary Work
British tennis sensation Emma Raducanu makes explosive claim about work ethic of tennis elites in candid Mirror interview ahead of Wimbledon preparations.
Flintoff's emotional cricket return after Top Gear crash
Exclusive: Cricket legend Andrew Flintoff opens up about his emotional return to the sport after near-fatal Top Gear crash and his new role mentoring England's future stars.
Mitch Brown's AFL Speech Champions Queer Visibility
AFL star Mitch Brown delivers a landmark speech, offering hope and solidarity to the queer football community as the league faces criticism for its lack of inclusion and support.
Duplantis & Lake Shine at Diamond League Finals in Eugene
Swedish pole vault sensation Mondo Duplantis secures a dominant Diamond League trophy victory, as Britain's Morgan Lake delivers a stellar performance to clinch silver in the women's high jump at the season finale in Eugene.
Trump Lobbied for Bradley's Ryder Cup Pick: Exclusive
Exclusive: Donald Trump's private lobbying for Keegan Bradley's Ryder Cup captain's pick revealed, creating political firestorm in golf world ahead of crucial US team selection.
British Basketball's NBA Pathway Blocked in Power Struggle
A bitter governance battle within British Basketball threatens to derail the development of future NBA stars, putting the entire elite performance pathway in jeopardy and risking the sport's growth.
Red Roses to Face USA in Historic Sunderland Clash
England's all-conquering Red Roses are set to make history as they bring international rugby union to Sunderland's Stadium of Light for the first time ever against the USA this September.
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