Lewis Hamilton believes Mercedes should already be out of sight in both Formula 1 championship battles—but insists Ferrari's consistency has kept the fight alive as the second half of the season approaches. The seven-time Formula 1 world champion has admitted he is surprised to still be firmly in contention for the 2026 Drivers' Championship despite Ferrari rarely matching Mercedes for outright pace. Speaking ahead of this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps, Ha

Bryson DeChambeau responded in the best possible way to criticism over his links golf strategy—by producing one of his finest opening rounds at The Open. But after making his statement on the course, the American chose not to speak to the media. Bryson DeChambeau made an emphatic start to the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on Thursday, firing a composed five-under-par 67 to move into early contention and answer growing questions about his ability to compete on link

Joe Root's unbeaten 99 not out not only rescued England from the brink of defeat against India but also offered a batting lesson that captain Harry Brook believes every player in the dressing room should learn from. England captain Harry Brook has hailed Joe Root as "phenomenal" after the veteran batter produced another match-winning display to help England defeat India by four wickets in the second One-Day International at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, leveling the three-match

A small boxing club in County Durham that began as a way to support one young girl has grown into a community lifeline, earning national recognition for changing the lives of hundreds of people across generations. Mainsforth Amateur Boxing and Fitness Club, based in Ferryhill, has been shortlisted for the Community Impact Award at the England Boxing Annual Awards, standing among the final three clubs selected from more than 1,000 boxing clubs across the country. The nominatio

England captain insists focus is on football, not history, before blockbuster clash England captain Harry Kane has insisted that his side is concentrating solely on football rather than the political and historical rivalry surrounding Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina. The highly anticipated clash at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta brings together two of football's greatest nations, renewing one of the sport's fiercest rivalries with a place in the 2026 FIFA

England World Cup hero's brain disease linked to decades of heading the ball England World Cup winner and Manchester United legend Nobby Stiles died from a combination of Alzheimer's disease and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), with a coroner ruling that his repeated heading of footballs during his career significantly contributed to the fatal brain condition. The conclusion was delivered at Stockport Coroner's Court, marking another major development in the growing de

France's World Cup dream may have come to an end on the pitch, but one emotional family moment in the stands captured the human side of football. Following Les Bleus' semi-final defeat to Spain, Lucas Digne's young daughter, Inaya, was seen finding comfort in the arms of her mother, Tiziri, in a touching scene that quickly resonated with supporters. A heartbreaking end to France's campaign France's hopes of reaching another World Cup final were dashed after a hard-fought defe

Joe Root produced another masterclass under pressure, finishing unbeaten on 99 as England defeated India by four wickets at Sophia Gardens to level the three-match ODI series at 1-1. After suffering defeat in the opening match at Edgbaston, England bounced back in Cardiff thanks to a disciplined bowling display before Root guided a nervy run chase with one of the finest innings of his ODI career. The victory also ended England's six-match losing streak against India in one-da

Oliver Bearman has admitted he is "flattered" by speculation linking him with a future move to Red Bull, but insists his full focus remains on Haas as uncertainty continues to surround Max Verstappen's long-term future. The 21-year-old Briton has emerged as one of Formula 1's brightest young talents after impressing during his second full campaign with Haas. Recent reports have suggested Red Bull are monitoring Bearman as they evaluate future driver options while Verstappen w

ROYAL BIRKDALE, ENGLAND — English golfer Dan Brown has once again become one of the biggest stories at The Open Championship, storming into a share of the early lead after an impressive opening-round 66 (-4) at Royal Birkdale. Two years after stunning golf fans by leading after the opening day at Royal Troon, Brown has repeated the feat, proving his previous major performance was no fluke. Despite enduring a difficult season on the PGA Tour, the 31-year-old produced seven bir

Arsenal have moved swiftly to strengthen their attack after agreeing a deal with Club Brugge to sign Greek international Christos Tzolis in a transfer worth £34 million, according to Sky Sports News. The fee represents a new Belgian Pro League transfer record, underlining just how highly Arsenal rate the 24-year-old winger, who is expected to replace Leandro Trossard following the Belgian's £17 million move to Besiktas earlier this week. Arsenal move quickly after Trossard de

England’s hopes of ending a 60-year wait for World Cup glory came to a heartbreaking end after a dramatic 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina, leaving head coach Thomas Tuchel facing intense scrutiny over his tactical decisions and long-term vision for the Three Lions. The defeat in Atlanta not only denied England a place in the World Cup final but also reignited familiar debates surrounding the team's mentality, squad selection, and ability to handle football’s biggest moment

Tuchel refuses to accept tactical blame after semi-final defeat England manager Thomas Tuchel has broken his silence following the Three Lions’ painful 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, insisting he remains fully committed to leading the national team through to Euro 2028. The German coach has come under intense criticism after England surrendered a 1-0 lead in Atlanta, with many pundits accusing him of making overly defensive substitutions that allowed Lionel Mes

Julia Garner and her husband, musician Mark Foster, have officially separated after more than six years of marriage. A source confirmed the news to PEOPLE, while representatives for both Garner and Foster have not responded to media requests for comment. The news has drawn significant attention, as the couple had long been regarded as one of Hollywood’s more private pairs, rarely allowing their personal lives to become the focus of public discussion.

England midfielder's powerful build becomes a talking point online Jude Bellingham is once again making headlines, but this time it's not because of a spectacular goal or match-winning performance. Instead, the England and Real Madrid midfielder has gone viral after fans noticed his remarkably powerful physique, particularly the impressive development of his legs. Photos and videos circulating on social media have sparked widespread admiration, with many supporters pointing t

Norway star surprises fans with an unusual purchase from the United States Erling Haaland has once again become the center of attention—but this time it has nothing to do with football. After Norway's World Cup campaign in the United States, the Manchester City striker was spotted arriving back in Norway carrying one of the most unusual souvenirs imaginable: a stuffed raccoon holding an empty bottle tucked under his arm. The unexpected sight quickly spread across social media

Manchester City star puts family privacy above online attention Erling Haaland has revealed why fans rarely, if ever, see photos of his son on social media, saying he wants to protect his child from the pressures that come with growing up in the public eye. The Norway international, one of the biggest stars in world football, explained that while he willingly accepted life as a public figure, his son never made that choice. For that reason, Haaland believes his child deserves

Spence ready to invade Tszyu's backyard Errol Spence Jr has officially arrived in Sydney ahead of his highly anticipated showdown with Tim Tszyu, brushing aside questions over the controversial weight change while delivering a bold warning to the Australian star. After a brief delay caused by passport issues in Los Angeles, the former unified world champion landed in Australia alongside longtime trainer Ronnie Shields and appeared relaxed despite the 15-hour journey. The bloc

The cause of death of Sam Neill, the beloved actor best known for portraying Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park franchise, has been confirmed by his longtime representative. The New Zealand star passed away at the age of 78 due to pneumonia. His death has left colleagues and fans around the world mourning, especially after he had joyfully announced just a few months earlier that his body was free of the blood cancer he had been diagnosed with in 2022.

Tempers flare after heartbreaking defeat Emotions boiled over after Argentina's dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final, with several England players involved in heated confrontations following the final whistle in Atlanta. The Three Lions were left devastated after conceding twice in the closing minutes, allowing the defending world champions to snatch victory and book their place in the final against Spain. Frustration quickly spilled onto th