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Dimitrov retires injured while leading Sinner by two sets

Grigor Dimitrov retired injured from his fifth grand slam in a row while leading Jannik Sinner on Centre Court

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<p>Novak Djokovic celebrates after seeing off Alex de Minaur in four sets</p>
Lawrence Ostlereat Wimbledon

The problem Djokovic solved to beat De Minaur and pass Wimbledon test

Djokovic came under serious pressure for the first time at this Wimbledon Championships, before solving the riddle to triumph 1-6 6-4 6-4 6-4 and book his place in the quarter-finals

<p>Alexia Putellas celebrates scoring Spain’s final goal in the 6-2 win over Belgium</p>
Miguel DelaneyEuro 2025

‘Scandalous’ Spain show why their biggest flaw may not matter

<p>Former Chelsea favourite Thiago Silva has led Fluminense to the the Club World Cup last four</p>
In New York

Fluminense’s goal to destroy European football’s superiority complex

<p>Tim Merlier secured victory in Dunkirk on a day marred by crashes</p>
Cycling

Merlier takes sprint victory as Philipsen abandons Tour after crash

Wimbledon

<p>Novak Djokovic was an early proponent for using data in tennis</p>
Tennis

How AI is transforming tennis, by the Wimbledon coaches who use it

<p>Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova challenged the umpire after an error in the line call system</p>
at wimbledon

Wimbledon’s electronic line calling failure is a victory for humanity

<p>Hewett and Reid are aiming to defend their Wimbledon title next week and win a ninth straight doubles grand slam</p>
Tennis

Hewett and Reid aim for more Wimbledon glory at ‘pinnacle’ of season

<p>Novak Djokovic with his daughter Tara</p>
Tennis

Wimbledon 2025 order of play: Day eight schedule as Djokovic fights on

Tour de France

<p>Tour de France 2025 – stage 3 map</p>
Cycling

Tour de France stage 3 preview: Crosswinds may threaten sprinters

<p>Mathieu van der Poel celebrates crossing the line to win stage two of the Tour de France</p>
Cycling

Van der Poel victorious ahead of Pogacar in Tour de France stage 2

<p>Jasper Philipsen celebrates clinching victory on stage 1 of the Tour</p>
Cycling

Philipsen triumphs from chaos to win stage 1 of Tour de France

<p>A map of the 2025 Tour de France route</p>
Cycling

Stage-by-stage guide to a brutal 2025 Tour de France

More sport

<p>Oscar Piastri missed out on victory at Silverstone on Sunday</p>
at silverstone

Piastri’s anger was misguided – and shows rare weakness in title race

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LiveFootball

Transfer news live: Gyokeres to Arsenal latest, Man Utd eye striker

Football

‘Like a bad night out’: Stanway wants to ‘forget’ England defeat

<p>Arsenal have come calling for Eberechi Eze</p>
Football

Arsenal line up Eze bid as Gyokeres talks continue

<p>The England captain needs to rediscover his form with the bat or risks being a passenger in his own team</p>
Cricket

England have a Ben Stokes problem – but there is a radical solution

<p>Enzo Maresca is not convinced his side are the frontrunners to win the Club World Cup</p>
Football

Maresca plays down Club World Cup chances: ‘We are not the favourites’

<p>Who will win the Women's Euro 2025?</p>
Football

Women’s Euro 2025: Predict the results of every game

<p>Maro Itoje returns to captain the British and Irish Lions against the Brumbies in Canberra</p>
Rugby Union

Lions offer Test selection clues in strong side to face Brumbies

Club World Cup

<p>Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring against Dortmund</p>
Football

Mbappe scores as Madrid knock Dortmund out of Club World Cup

<p>Jamal Musiala broke his left leg in this clash with Gianluigi Donnarumma</p>
Football

Neuer blames Donnarumma after Musiala breaks leg at Club World Cup

<p>Hercules hit the winner for Fluminense</p>
Football

Super-sub Hercules strikes to send Fluminense into last four

<p>The Club World Cup begins on Saturday, 14 June</p>
Football

Club World Cup 2025: How to watch every match on TV and online

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More news

<p>Idrissa Gueye has signed a new deal with Everton</p>
Football

Gueye signs new deal as Everton continue to keep core intact

<p>Captain Lia Waelti and goalscorer Geraldine Reuteler celebrate Switzerland's victory over Iceland</p>
Football

Switzerland banish ‘almost’ tag to claim Women’s Euro 2025 lift-off

<p>Wiaan Mulder made an unbeaten 367 against Zimbabwe</p>
Cricket

Mulder slams remarkable 367 - but refuses to chase Lara’s Test record

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Sport

Hatton announces comeback bout after over a decade out of boxing

<p>Henry Slade will miss the remainder of England's tour of Argentina and the United States</p>
Rugby Union

Centre Slade ruled out of England tour in blow to Borthwick

<p>Lottie Woad is the first non-professional to win on the Ladies European Tour in three years</p>
Golf

British amateur Woad wins Irish Open — but can’t accept prize money

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Sport

Hatton announces comeback bout after over a decade out of boxing

<p>Henry Slade will miss the remainder of England's tour of Argentina and the United States</p>
Rugby Union

Centre Slade ruled out of England tour in blow to Borthwick

<p>Lottie Woad is the first non-professional to win on the Ladies European Tour in three years</p>
Golf

British amateur Woad wins Irish Open — but can’t accept prize money

ACFC

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ACFC

Why Matheus Cunha is Man United’s best signing in years

ACFC

The real reason Liverpool signed Jeremie Frimpong

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ACFC

Making a Premier League team of the season that actually works

ACFC

The Newcastle tactics that proved Eddie Howe is an elite manager

In depth

<p>Rivals Pogacar and Vingegaard will once again contest the Tour de France</p>
Cycling

How Vingegaard can solve Pogacar problem to boost Tour de France hopes

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F1

Silverstone is last chance saloon for Hamilton’s first year at Ferrari

<p>Tadej Pogacar is in scintillating form coming into the Tour</p>
Cycling

Why dominance of Pogacar and ‘big four’ will warp this Tour de France

Independent TV

<p>Ricky Hatton won 45 of his 48 professional fights (Simon Marper/PA)</p>
Sport

Ricky Hatton, 46, makes shock return to boxing in Dubai announcement

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Sport

Liverpool’s Jordan Henderson pays emotional tribute to Diogo Jota

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Sport

Diogo Jota speaks of his love and passion for Liverpool in unseen clip

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Sport

Drone footage captures powerful Anfield tributes to Jota

Sport deals

<p>adidas’s bestselling styles will see you through years to come</p>
Deals

Save over 30% on trainers and more with these adidas deals

<p>Get ready for your next adventure with Mountain Warehouse savings</p>
Deals

Best Mountain Warehouse discount codes: 20% off everything

<p>Shop the latest styles at Nike with our round-up of the best discount codes</p>
Deals

Nike discount codes for July 2025 – how to get 10% off

<p>I’ve tested the top Apple AirPods on the market, and these are the best deals available on my favourite headphones this month </p>
Deals

Best AirPods deals July 2025: AirPods Pro, 4 and Max

Football

Joao Pedro came on for his Chelsea debut (Chris Szagola/AP)
Football

Chelsea’s Joao Pedro ready to start in Club World Cup semi after Rio beach break

<p>Viktor Gyokeres could be heading to Arsenal</p>
LiveFootball

Transfer news live: Arsenal battle over Gyokeres, Man Utd eye striker

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Football

Euro 2025 group permutations: What England need to avoid early exit

Thiago Silva is still in regular contact with members of Chelsea’s squad (Bradley Collyer/PA)
Football

I’m not a spy – Thiago Silva imparts Chelsea knowledge to Fluminense coaches

<p>Jhon Duran has agreed a loan move to Fenerbahce</p>
Football

Duran joins new club after six month spell in Saudi Arabia

<p>Taylor Hinds has re-signed for Arsenal after five seasons at Liverpool</p>
Football

Hinds comes full circle by rejoining Arsenal on free transfer

Jess Fishlock wants Wales to draw a line under their defeat to the Netherlands (Nick Potts/PA)
Football

Jess Fishlock still believes as Wales throw Netherlands loss ‘in the bin’

Lotte Wubben-Moy wants England to ‘ride the wave’ (Nick Potts/PA)
Football

England must ‘ride the wave’ after early Euros setback, says Lotte Wubben-Moy

<p>Mauricio Pochettino was aggrieved by a refereeing decision in the Gold Cup final</p>
Football

Pochettino fumes at ‘embarrassing’ penalty decision in Gold Cup final

Jess Fishlock wants Wales to draw a line under their defeat to the Netherlands (Nick Potts/PA)
Football

Jess Fishlock still believes as Wales throw Netherlands loss ‘in the bin’

Lotte Wubben-Moy wants England to ‘ride the wave’ (Nick Potts/PA)
Football

England must ‘ride the wave’ after early Euros setback, says Lotte Wubben-Moy

<p>Mauricio Pochettino was aggrieved by a refereeing decision in the Gold Cup final</p>
Football

Pochettino fumes at ‘embarrassing’ penalty decision in Gold Cup final

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Rugby Union

Andy Farrell has named his strongest British and Irish team Lions team yet to face ACT Brumbies (Jason O’Brien/PA).
Rugby Union

‘Open-minded’ Andy Farrell says Lions Test places still up for grabs

<p>Australia celebrated victory over Fiji but by the narrowest of margins</p>
Rugby Union

Schmidt throws serious doubt on Australia’s chances of beating Lions

Huw Jones is confident the Lions’ centre unit are interchangeable (Jason O’Brien/PA)
Rugby Union

Huw Jones believes Lions’ centre options are interchangeable as first Test looms

<p>George Ford inspired England to victory in the first Test in Argentina</p>
Rugby Union

Ford is conductor as England find formula for success in Argentina win

England celebrate their victory over Argentina (Gustavo Garello/AP)
Rugby Union

George Ford hails England’s second-half showing in impressive win over Argentina

<p>South Africa's lock Eben Etzebeth (top) catches the ball</p>
LiveRugby Union

Springboks hold off late Italy charge in thrilling victory

Formula 1

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F1

F1 could return to V8 engines as soon as 2029, FIA president says

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem (Bradley Collyer/PA)
F1

Mohammed Ben Sulayem hits back at claim that his FIA tenure is ‘reign of terror’

<p>Lando Norris suffered a small injury after a photographer's mishap at Silverstone</p>
Sport

Lando Norris has his nose split open during Silverstone celebrations

Lando Norris (left) trails team-mate Oscar Piastri by eight points in the standings (Andrew Matthews/PA).
F1

Lando Norris warned Oscar Piastri will use Silverstone setback to fuel title bid

<p>Lando Norris claimed victory at the British Grand Prix</p>
F1

Norris capitalises on baffling Piastri error to take British GP win

<p>Lando Norris suffered a small injury after a photographer's mishap at Silverstone</p>
F1

Norris cuts nose in McLaren celebrations at Silverstone

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LiveF1

Piastri fumes at Norris’ British GP win at wet Silverstone

<p>Lewis Hamilton could only manage fourth at Silverstone</p>
F1

Lewis Hamilton plans talks with Ferrari over ‘hard car to drive’

Boxing

<p>Madison Square Garden is among the most iconic venues in boxing</p>
Boxing

Iconic NYC boxing venues ahead of Flushing Meadows debut

Boxing

Iconic NYC boxing venues ahead of Flushing Meadows debut

<p>Madison Square Garden is among the most iconic venues in boxing</p>
<p>Hamzah Sheeraz celebrates victory over Tyler Denny</p>
Boxing

Sheeraz vs Berlanga: Start time, undercard and how to watch fight

<p>Kody Mommaerts has appeared on Sky Sports, Netflix, and other high-profile platforms</p>
Boxing

The new voice of boxing wants you to listen – no, really listen

<p>Taylor (left) has beaten Serrano in both of their previous fights </p>
Boxing

Taylor vs Serrano 3: Start time, undercard and how to watch fight

<p>Hatton (L) fought fellow legends including Floyd Mayweahter Jr. and Manny Pacquiao during a glittering career</p>
Boxing

Hatton to come out of retirement after 13 years

<p>Hatton (L) fought fellow legends including Floyd Mayweahter Jr. and Manny Pacquiao during a glittering career</p>
Boxing

Hatton to come out of retirement after 13 years

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Boxing

Fisher reveals why quitting boxing isn’t an option after KO by Allen

<p>Jack Catterall receiving treatment to a cut over his eye </p>
Boxing

Catterall secures strange win over Eubank after suffering gruesome cut

Tennis

Tennis

Injured Dimitrov retires from Sinner match with two-set lead

Jannik Sinner (left) checks on Grigor Dimitrov after he went down injured (Jordan Pettitt/PA)
Tennis

Jannik Sinner gets reprieve as Grigor Dimitrov forced to quit when two sets up

Mirra Andreeva was so focused she did not realise she had won (John Walton/PA)
Tennis

Mirra Andreeva oblivious to the fact she’d won after swatting aside Emma Navarro

Nico Helwerth explains the unusual situation to the crowd (Adam Davy/PA)
Tennis

Umpire given a rest while Wimbledon officials insist tech fail can’t be repeated

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Sport

Wimbledon star’s family breaks down in tears following monumental win

Novak Djokovic survived a frustrating afternoon (Mike Egerton/PA)
Tennis

Novak Djokovic recovers from his worst first set at Wimbledon to reach quarters

<p>Carlos Alcaraz leads the men’s contenders at Wimbledon</p>
Tennis

Wimbledon 2025: Men’s and Women’s seeds list and tracker

<p>Henry Patten won the doubles competition at Wimbledon in 2024 with partner Harri Heliovaara </p>
Tennis

Wimbledon doubles champion will appeal after receiving huge fine

Cricket

<p>Jamie Smith was a standout in a tough Test for England at Edgbaston</p>
Cricket

McCullum rules out move up the order for Smith

Cricket

McCullum rules out move up the order for Smith

<p>Jamie Smith was a standout in a tough Test for England at Edgbaston</p>
South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder piled on the runs against Zimbabwe (Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP)
Cricket

Let legends keep the records – Wiaan Mulder happy not to chase Brian Lara’s 400

<p>Jofra Archer looks set to return to the England side at Lord’s</p>
Cricket

Archer ‘ready to go’ as England ready changes for third Test

<p>Sam Konstas (left) has endured a tricky tour so far in the Caribbean</p>
Cricket

Teenager Konstas backed by Australia skipper Cummins despite struggles

Charlotte Edwards was appointed England head coach in April (Mike Egerton/PA)
Cricket

Charlotte Edwards will get England firing, says Australia great Ellyse Perry

Charlotte Edwards was appointed England head coach in April (Mike Egerton/PA)
Cricket

Charlotte Edwards will get England firing, says Australia great Ellyse Perry

<p>Shubman Gill is finally delivering on the early signs of ‘genius’</p>
Cricket

How Gill’s time at Glamorgan prepared him for India captaincy success

Aneurin Donald teed off for Derbyshire against Yorkshire (David Davies/PA)
Cricket

Aneurin Donald equals record for fastest Twenty20 half-century in Derbyshire win

Golf

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Golf

Lee Westwood secures Open place but Ian Poulter and son miss out

Golf

Lee Westwood secures Open place but Ian Poulter and son miss out

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<p>The final round of qualifying for the 153rd Open takes place on Tuesday </p>
Golf

The Open 2025: Final qualifying schedule, key players & how to follow

Aldrich Potgieter, of South Africa, hits from the ninth tee during the first round of the Rocket Classic (AP/Paul Sancya)
Golf

Kevin Roy and Aldrich Potgieter share opening round lead at Rocket Classic

<p>Bryson DeChambeau is primed to return at the Ryder Cup for Team USA</p>
Golf

Ryder Cup 2025: USA standings and predicting Keegan Bradley’s team

<p>Tommy Fleetwood suffered heartbreak at the Travelers Championship but will be a key cog for Team Europe at Bethpage Black</p>
Golf

Ryder Cup 2025: Europe standings and predicting team for Bethpage

<p>Tommy Fleetwood suffered heartbreak at the Travelers Championship but will be a key cog for Team Europe at Bethpage Black</p>
Golf

Ryder Cup 2025: Europe standings and predicting team for Bethpage

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Golf

When is Ryder Cup 2025? Dates, schedule and format for Bethpage Black

<p>Ian Poulter (right) and son Luke will battle in Open qualifying</p>
Golf

Poulter to go head-to-head with son in Open qualifying

Athletics

<p>Faith Kipyegon, from Kenya, crosses the finish line</p>
Athletics

Kipyegon didn’t break the four-minute mile – she can succeed next time

<p>Gout Gout lowered his 200m personal best at his first senior meet in Europe</p>
Athletics

Gout sets new target after smashing Australian record

<p>Armand Duplantis secured pole vault gold in Nanjing</p>
Athletics

Stockholm Diamond League schedule and start times

Cycling

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Cycling

Who is leading the Tour de France? Yellow jersey and standings

LiveCycling

Merlier sprints to victory after stage 3 marred by crashes

<p>The German Track Cycling Championships were taking place in Dudenhofen</p>
Cycling

Spectators injured as cyclists crash into crowd at German Track Champs

US Sport

<p>Kershaw makes history</p>
US Sport

Clayton Kershaw makes Dodgers history

<p>Gilgeous-Alexander swept up several awards as he led OKC to a maiden NBA title</p>
NBA

NBA finals MVP reportedly agrees record $285m contract extension

<p>Gilgeous-Alexander lead the Thunder to their first NBA championship</p>
US Sport

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and OKC Thunder agree to massive new contract

Betting

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Sport

Best Betting Sites UK: Top 10 Online Bookmakers For June 2025

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Sport

Best Free Bets and Betting Sign Up Offers UK for July 2025

<p>We’ve picked out the best new betting sites in the UK for 2025</p>
Sport

The best new betting sites for 2025

<p>Betting apps have become the main way for gamblers to have a flutter </p>
Sport

The best betting apps for sport in 2025

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