5 h. ago Formula One optimistic tyre decree can inject life into ageing Monaco GP

Mandate forcing two pit stops aims to bring back sparkle to jewel in F1’s crown that has become tedious processionThe Monaco Grand Prix might still be considered one of the jewels in Formula One’s crown but beyond the exceptional challenge of the unforgiving circuit which is relished by drivers, the race itself has long since become something of a tiresome trudge through the streets of Monte Carlo. This weekend however F1 hopes it has found a way to bring the lustre back to its jaded gem.In Sunday’s race the sport has mandated three sets of tyres must be used, ensuring all the drivers will have to take at least two pit stops, a decision taken since the difficulties of passing on the narrow track have become all but insurmountable. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago F1 rolls the dice with new Monaco Grand Prix rule – can it save the famous race?

Two pit-stops will be mandatory on Sunday as F1 looks to spice up a race which is typically a procession

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14 h. ago F1 rolls the dice with new Monaco GP rule – can it save the famous race?

Two pit-stops will be mandatory on Sunday as F1 looks to spice up a race which is typically a procession

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3 d. ago Indy 500 announces first grandstand sellout since 2016 with 350,000 expected for the race on Sunday

The Indianapolis 500 is sold out for the first time in nearly a decade

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4 d. ago Red Bull confident Verstappen’s Imola win will be a turning point in F1 season

Christian Horner: ‘At all times, Max had the pace’McLaren admit surprise at speed of Red Bull carChristian Horner believes Max Verstappen’s victory at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix demonstrated Red Bull might have reached a turning point in their attempt to catch McLaren in the Formula One world championship, potentially igniting the season.Verstappen won in Imola having pulled off a striking pass to overtake the pole-sitter and title leader Oscar Piastri for the lead through the Tamburello chicane on the opening lap. After which the world champion went on to control Sunday’s race from the front with pace that was more than a match for the McLarens who had previously dominated the season. It marked the first time this year that Red Bull had definitively held the upper hand in race pace , having not overworked their tyres in doing so and Horner felt it indicated they were in the title fight. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Imola GP qualifying result changes as F1 stewards punish driver over 'misunderstanding'

The F1 stewards handed out a grid penalty after the end of qualifying for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, changing the starting grid for Sunday's big race at Imola

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1 week ago Johann Zarco earns first home triumph at French MotoGP in over 70 years

French rider triumphs in chaotic race at Le MansZarco is first home winner of French GP since 1954Johann Zarco became the first home rider in 71 years to win the French Grand Prix, delighting a sellout crowd of more than 120,000 fans at Le Mans.The LCR Honda rider’s decision to start with wet tyres paid off handsomely on Sunday as Zarco triumphed in a chaotic, rain-hit race. He won by a huge margin of nearly 20 seconds ahead of Ducati’s Marc Márquez, while Gresini Racing’s Fermin Aldeguer came third for his first MotoGP podium. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Celtic surge 20 points clear at top after comeback to beat in

Celtic came from behind to beat Hibernian 3-1 as the champions extended their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership to 20 points. Martin Boyle gave the visitors the lead but Celtic turned the game around with two goals in four minutes just before the break from Nicolas Kühn and Adam Idah.Reo Hatate scored his 11th goal of the season in the second half as Celtic inflicted just a second defeat in 20 league matches on David Gray’s team, who remain three points above Aberdeen in the race for third place.This story will be updated after Sunday’s game between Rangers and Aberdeen (noon BST) Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Champions League qualification ‘an expectation’ for Newcastle, says Eddie Howe

The Magpies lead Sunday’s opponents Chelsea only on goals scored as the race for a top-five finish hots up

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3 w. ago Athletes prepare to hit start line for popular Balfron 10k race

The eco-friendly run is a favourite in the local calendar, with hundreds of runners set to take part in the race on Sunday.

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3 w. ago Early bird tickets are now available for first North Lanarkshire Half Marathon

Lace up and join hundreds of other runners on Sunday, August 24, for an unforgettable race day at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility, proudly sponsored by Albert Bartlett.

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3 w. ago Paula Radcliffe reveals how a school relay race blunder helped daughter Isla come to terms with her hair loss from ovarian cancer battle at 13

The long-distance runner and three-time winner of the London Marathon, 51, was on the sidelines at this year's race, cheering on her 18-year-old daughter on Sunday as she crossed the finish line.

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3 w. ago Joel Dommett 'faints' during gruelling London Marathon as he's wheeled away in ambulance

Comedian and The Masked Singer presenter Joel Dommett fainted during the London Marathon on Sunday after collapsing during the gruelling race – but still managed to finish

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3 w. ago Drag queen Jiggly Caliente dies aged 44 after ‘severe infection’

The RuPaul’s Drag Race star, whose real name was Bianca Castro-Arabejo, died on Sunday ‘surrounded by family and friends’The drag queen Jiggly Caliente has died aged 44 after a “severe infection”, her family confirmed. The performer, whose real name was Bianca Castro-Arabejo, rose to fame after taking part in the fourth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race.Caliente’s family announced on Thursday that the Filipino-American drag performer had part of her leg amputated due to the infection. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago MotoGP: Álex Márquez reigns in Spain to take title lead as brother Marc crashes

Álex leads Marc Márquez in title race after Jerez winFabio Quartararo second, Francesco Bagnaia thirdGresini Racing’s Álex Márquez claimed his first MotoGP race victory at the Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday, taking the championship lead from his elder brother Marc, who crashed early in the race and finished 12th.After seven second-place finishes in sprints and races this season, Álex secured a dream race win on home turf in front of over 100,000 fans, with the Spaniard imploring them to increase the volume as he took the last few corners on the final lap in Jerez. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago 2025 London Marathon: How to watch Sunday's race, start times

2025 London Marathon: How to watch Sunday's race, start times  USA TodayLondon Marathon 2025: route, runners and everything else you need to know  The GuardianLondon Marathon: How to apply for a place in 2026  BBC

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3 w. ago Brendan Rodgers ‘200% staying’ after Celtic clinch 55th Scottish league title

Bhoys seal triumph with 5-0 thrashing of Dundee UnitedDoubles from Kühn and Idah power champions to victoryBrendan Rodgers has reaffirmed his commitment to Celtic as the newly crowned champions wrapped up the Scottish Premiership title for the fourth successive season – their 55th and second trophy of the campaign – with a 5-0 thrashing of Dundee United at Tannadice.Rangers had kept the race going last Sunday by coming from two goals down, and with 10 men to draw 2-2 at Aberdeen. However, Celtic’s cruise took them 18 points clear on top, rendering Rangers’ later 2-2 draw at St Mirren irrelevant to the title. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Eilish McColgan eyes mum's record in London Marathon debut and admits 'I'm bricking it'

Olympic great Eilish McColgan has set sights on Scottish marathon record and beating her mum Liz's fastest time but admits latter stages of Sunday's race is a "complete unknown"

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4 w. ago Where to watch the London Marathon: Route, best viewpoints and how to get around the capital

Spectators can watch runners race through the capital on Sunday

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last month London Marathon organisers boycott X over ‘descent into gutter’ under Musk

Trans women to remain barred from elite female racesEvent director hits out at abuse aimed at Eilish McColganThe London Marathon has revealed that it is permanently boycotting X, with event director Hugh Brasher accusing the social media platform of “descending into a gutter” since Elon Musk took charge.Brasher’s comments came after he was asked about the horrific levels of abuse suffered online by Eilish McColgan, who has been accused of “looking like a skeleton” and having anorexia after posting videos on social media of her training before Sunday’s race. Continue reading...

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