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'My most proud day' - GB's Fery upsets 20th seed Popyrin at Wimbledon

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:52:53 GMT

British wildcard Arthur Fery produces a huge upset on the opening day of Wimbledon by knocking out 20th seed Alexei Popyrin.

Alcaraz given 'wake-up call' against Fognini - McEnroe

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:19:30 GMT

Former US star John McEnroe says Carlos Alcaraz was "flat as a pancake" against Italian Fabio Fognini as the reigning Wimbledon champion was forced into a five-set battle in the first round.

Former UFC fighter Askren gets double lung transplant

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:33:33 GMT

Ben Askren was admitted to hospital last month with pneumonia.

Sabalenka makes winning start but Jabeur retires

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:04:45 GMT

World number one Aryna Sabalenka celebrates her Wimbledon return with victory but two-time runner-up Ons Jabeur retires after struggling physically on a hot day.

Medvedev suffers shock first-round Wimbledon exit

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 22:00:36 GMT

Two-time semi-finalist Daniil Medvedev suffers a shock first-round exit against 64th-ranked Frenchman Benjamin Bonzi at Wimbledon.

'Fifa should consider playing World Cup final at 9am'

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:27:05 GMT

Extreme weather during the Club World Cup in the United States this summer means Fifa should think about playing the men's World Cup final at 9am next year, according to an expert.

How to watch and follow Wimbledon across the BBC

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:57:30 GMT

The BBC has comprehensive live coverage of Wimbledon across TV, iPlayer, radio, Sounds, online and the mobile app from Monday, 30 June to Sunday, 13 July.

The runner who went viral and sparked campaign for change

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 06:35:13 GMT

When a photo of ultrarunner Sophie Power breastfeeding during a race went viral, it sparked a campaign for change.

The questions facing Wiegman as England fly to Euros

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:20:49 GMT

With six days to go until England kick off the defence of their European title, manager Sarina Wiegman has given a strong hint to her first-choice XI.

Pollock lives up to the hype - but is he ready for Test duty?

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:01:24 GMT

The morning after the night before and it's an easy 'take' to say Henry Pollock should start for the British and Irish Lions in the first test against Australia.

England? Spain? What do stats say about who will win Euro 2025?

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:35:09 GMT

Will it be England, Spain or someone else? Opta predicts each country's chances of winning Euro 2025

Defending champions Lightning reach netball Grand Final

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 19:42:23 GMT

Defending champions Loughborough Lightning beat Manchester Thunder to set up a Grand Final against London Pulse on July 6.

Watch: Alcaraz & Fognini play out marathon rally

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:00:27 GMT

Fabio Fognini gets the better of Carlos Alcaraz after a lengthy 18-shot rally, earning a break point against the reigning Wimbledon champion as David Beckham watches on.

Could you return a professional tennis player's serve?

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 16:31:28 GMT

BBC Sport presenter Sam Harris tries to return a serve from men's world number eight Holger Rune.

The making of the £60K bargain who became an Everton legend

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 17:11:02 GMT

As Seamus Coleman signs a deal to extend his Everton stay, BBC Sport looks at the rise of the £60,000 signing who became a club legend.

The Fluminense history maker, 44, with his eyes on Peter Shilton

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:57:46 GMT

Fluminense goalkeeper Fabio has helped his side into the Club World Cup quarter-final as he eyes Peter Shilton's appearance world record.

Wales eye Euro 2025 history inspired by past and future

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 09:51:46 GMT

Wales head into Euro 2025 inspired by the simple but telling mantra "For us, for them, for her".

Classic British Grand Prix images through the years

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:07:16 GMT

A selection of the best images of the British Grand Prix, starting with the first F1 World Championship race in 1950.

Best shots as Raducanu beats Xu in all-British encounter

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:11:22 GMT

Watch the best shots as Emma Raducanu gets her Wimbledon campaign underway with a cruising 6-3, 6-3 win against fellow Brit Mimi Xu.

Route to Club World Cup final opens up - find out who could play who

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:50:53 GMT

BBC Sport looks at who stands in the way of Chelsea in the Fifa Club World Cup.

Evans on 'scary' feeling of not being good enough

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 20:25:53 GMT

British number five Dan Evans is emotional in his news conference before Wimbledon after a tough year of results has left him feeling he may be "letting people down".

A family affair as Poulter and son battle to qualify for Open

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:09:41 GMT

Ian Poulter will face competition from his son Luke for a place at Royal Portrush for the Open Championship, writes Iain Carter.

'Not impossible' Mbeumo will stay, say Brentford

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:37:55 GMT

Brentford director of football Phil Giles says the club will only sell Bryan Mbeumo if the "deal is right" - and they have not ruled out the forward staying.

'A parallel universe' - thousands queue for Wimbledon opening day

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:21:15 GMT

More than 10,000 people join the Wimbledon queue before the first day of play on Monday.

Clubs learn from 'previous excesses' for PSR deadline

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:15:49 GMT

After a flurry of domestic transfers prior to 30 June last year, BBC Sport looks at why we haven't seen a repeat of the activity this year.

Draper, Djokovic, Gauff, Sinner & more heat - Tuesday preview

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:02:54 GMT

Everything you need to know about day two at Wimbledon as British number one Jack Draper and seven-time champion Novak Djokovic begin their campaigns.

Xu 'loved' Wimbledon debut despite loss to Raducanu

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:02:44 GMT

Teenager Mimi Xu "loved every single moment" of her senior Wimbledon debut despite a straight sets first round defeat to Emma Raducanu.

GB's Boulter beats Badosa for place in second round

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:46:57 GMT

Watch highlights of the third set as Katie Boulter secures only her fourth win against a top-10 opponent, beating Spain's Paula Badosa 2-6 6-3 4-6.

Who will win Euro 2025? BBC pundits make their predictions

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 06:35:32 GMT

BBC Sport's TV and radio football presenters and pundits predict what will happen at Euro 2025.

Boulter and Kartal win on record-breaking day for British players

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:29:52 GMT

Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal both produces impressive victories at either end of a record-breaking day for British players at Wimbledon.

The life, loss and legacy of Kevin Campbell

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 09:15:05 GMT

Wayne Rooney, Andrew Cole, Tyrese Campbell and more discuss the life and tragic death of former Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell.

Equestrian body lifts Sir Lee Pearson's suspension

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:04:18 GMT

Great Britain's third-most successful Paralympian, Sir Lee Pearson, is cleared to compete again after an internal investigation.

White 'hasn't stopped shaking' after late Lions call-up

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:21:45 GMT

Toulon scrum-half Ben White admits "I haven't stopped shaking" after being called up as an injury replacement for the British and Irish Lions just as he was preparing to play for Scotland on Saturday.

Conlan set for September return in Dublin

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:17:18 GMT

Belfast boxer Michael Conlan will face Jack Bateson in Dublin on 5 September as he continues his bid to get backinto world title contention.

Rabbit pie: Why England's Tongue is so good against tailenders

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:24:01 GMT

Josh Tongue's ability to blow away the tail could be more significant for England than anyone realises, writes Steven Finn.

Norrie through at Wimbledon but Fearnley beaten

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:52:53 GMT

Cameron Norrie progresses to the second round at Wimbledon but fellow Scot Jacob Fearnley sustains an early exit.

Farrell keeps us guessing - five Lions talking points

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:30:37 GMT

Andy Farrell is keeping people guessing with his centre pairings on the British and Irish Lions tour. Tom English assesses the options - and looks at the other main talking points in Australia.

Blood brothers - bonds and betrayal on a rugby pitch

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:00:08 GMT

Tom Williams was part of a conspiracy that united and then divided a Harlequins dressing room, before the truth rocked rugby to its core.

'I can win against anyone' - British qualifier Tarvet to face Alcaraz

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:35:03 GMT

British qualifier Oliver Tarvet enjoys a dream Wimbledon debut as he sees off Switzerland's Leandro Riedi 6-4 6-4 6-4 to reach the second round.

Why 'best-dressed officials' are missing from Wimbledon

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:17:04 GMT

Wimbledon is without line judges for the first time - will 'sport's best dressed officials' be missed?

'All kinds of wizardry!' - best shots from day one of Wimbledon

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:14:26 GMT

Watch the best shots from day one of Wimbledon 2025 featuring defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and Great Britain's Sonay Kartal.

How Hampton overcame odds to become England's number one

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 11:00:08 GMT

Hannah Hampton on overcoming a serious eye condition to rise to become England's number one goalkeeper at Euro 2025.

Decision on Palace's Europa League fate delayed

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:35:23 GMT

Uefa delays a decision on whether Crystal Palace can compete in next season's Europa League.

Raducanu gives coach '11 out of 10' after win over Xu

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:13:43 GMT

British number one Emma Raducanu cruises to a comfortable victory over compatriot Mimi Xu in her opening-round match at Wimbledon.

A win worth £9.6m - how much have Chelsea now made at Club World Cup?

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 08:16:35 GMT

Manchester City and Chelsea are already quids in from playing in the Fifa Club World Cup - and could end up earning loads more.

'I can't hear it' - Wimbledon's first day of electronic calling

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:23:48 GMT

Some players have said the calls are too quiet. Others say they miss the tradition. How has the first day of electronic line-calling gone at Wimbledon?

Wimbledon's hottest opening day sees players deal with sweltering conditions

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:27:58 GMT

Players, staff and spectators contend with sweltering conditions as Wimbledon records the hottest opening day in the tournament's history.

Who have been the breakout stars at U21 Euros?

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 16:03:37 GMT

The Under-21 European Championships pave the way for many future stars - BBC Sport takes a look at who stood out this year.

'Turkish Messi' ready to replace Modric at Real Madrid

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:42:27 GMT

As Real Madrid prepare to face Juventus at the Club World Cup on Tuesday, Arda Guler is emerging as a key figure - BBC Sport takes a closer look.

'Clinical' Kartal upsets seeded Ostapenko in first round

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:36:14 GMT

Watch the final set of Briton Sonay Kartal's 7-5, 2-6, 6-2 upset over 20th-seed Jalena Ostapenko to reach the second round of Wimbledon for the second-successive year.

Williams ruled out of Lions tour as White called up

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 01:18:44 GMT

Tomos Williams is ruled out of the rest of the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia with a hamstring injury.

Catalans confirm sacking of head coach McNamara

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:00:23 GMT

Catalans Dragons sack head coach Steve McNamara after eight years in charge.

Why do the British and Irish Lions wear red jerseys?

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 05:45:21 GMT

BBC Sports explores the origins of the Lions traditional red jersey

Top tips for queuing at Wimbledon

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 19:05:04 GMT

BBC Sport's Emma Middleton joins the people queuing for day one Wimbledon tickets, and gets their top tips for a fun experience.

British wildcard Fery knocks out 20th seed Popyrin

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:39:08 GMT

Watch the moment British wildcard Arthur Fery causes a big upset on day one of Wimbledon as he knocks out 20th seed Alexei Popyrin in four sets.

British qualifier Tarvet 'overjoyed' to make Wimbledon second round

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:18:48 GMT

Watch the moment British qualifier and 719th-ranked player Oliver Tarvet beats Switzerland's Leandro Riedi to win his first ever Grand Slam match to reach the second round of Wimbledon.

Archer misses out as England name unchanged team

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:37:21 GMT

England name an unchanged team for the second Test against India at Edgbaston, meaning a further wait for the return of Jofra Archer.

Putintseva asks umpire to eject spectator over safety fear

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 22:18:46 GMT

World number 33 Yulia Putintseva raises security concerns about a spectator during her first-round match at Wimbledon, asking for them to be ejected.

Evans confirms retirement with new Man Utd role

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:38:48 GMT

Former Northern Ireland defender Jonny Evans calls time on his playing career at the age of 37 to take up a role at Manchester United.

Youtuber and dream chaser Finch aiming for Open spot

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:29:02 GMT

Along with two major champions, a former world number one and several Ryder Cup heroes, popular YouTuber Peter Finch will be among the players looking to secure a spot at the 153rd Open in Tuesday's final qualifying events.

I was effectively homeless after getting sacked - Stoney

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 06:09:06 GMT

Former England captain Casey Stoney tells BBC Sport how she and her family have rebuilt their lives after her sacking by San Diego Wave left them effectively homeless.

Alcaraz avoids Fognini shock after fan taken ill

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 17:21:20 GMT

Carlos Alcaraz avoids a seismic shock against Italian veteran Fabio Fognini to set up a Wimbledon second-round meeting with British qualifier Oliver Tarvet.

Alcaraz leads Centre Court applause for veteran Fognini after epic match

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:28:35 GMT

Carlos Alcaraz leads the Centre Court crowd in a round of applause for Fabio Fognini on his last appearance at Wimbledon, after the Italian was beaten by the reigning Wimbledon champion in a five-set match.

How rejection fuelled Mourinho's second Champions League triumph

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:26:17 GMT

How Barcelona rejection fuelled Jose Mourinho's second Champions League triumph, with Inter Milan in 2010.

Ex-England captain Ince charged with drink driving

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:19:37 GMT

Former England captain Paul Ince is charged with drink-driving after crashing into a central reservation.