6 h. ago Northampton’s Fin Smith: ‘We love being written off. We’d back ourselves against anybody’

England and Lions fly-half on run to Champions Cup final, controlling his inner demons and playing junior tennis alongside Jack Draper“I was always angry,” Fin Smith remembers as he explains his transition from a volatile young tennis player into the decisively calm fly-half for Northampton, England and the Lions who is as serene as he is interesting. Smith has had a remarkable year so far but there is an understated lightness about him as he recalls playing in tennis tournaments alongside Jack Draper, the current world No 5.“As an 11-year-old tennis player I was very angry,” he says at Franklin’s Gardens, having just completed Northampton Saints’ final training session before they face Bordeaux on Saturday in the Champions Cup final. “I used to blow up and smash rackets a lot. But getting that out of my system at a young age, while facing set points and match points, can only benefit me when I’m playing rugby under pressure and really taking on an internal battle.” Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Max Verstappen's ability used to make F1 dull – now it's saving this season

McLaren were threatening to run away with everything but Max Verstappen continues to keep Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris honest in their pursuit of the drivers' title

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7 h. ago ‘Incredibly tough decision’: Edinburgh Rugby player steps away from the pro game at 24

Sweeney explains his decision after five seasons at Edinburgh

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9 h. ago Charles Leclerc completes Monaco practice double at home grand prix

Monegasque Leclerc topped the timesheets in both sessions on Friday.

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13 h. ago Lando Norris spots 'complicated' issue as Monaco GP sees F1 rules changed in major way

Monaco has been known for processional races due to the lack of overtaking around the tight and twisty street circuit - but the FIA have introduced a two-stop strategy for this year's even

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16 h. ago Monaco Grand Prix rule change could lead to an unexpected winner

Lando Norris says he has not given too much thought to strategy options

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18 h. ago Lando Norris admitted 'it’s for the money' after controversial Monaco announcement

Among the favourites to claim a maiden victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, F1 star Lando Norris became a permanent resident of the principality partly in fact for one major reason

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31 h. ago Lando Norris says ‘complicated’ Monaco Grand Prix could provide surprise winner

The FIA has opted to impose a minimum two pit stops for this year’s race.

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36 h. ago McLaren would rather Max Verstappen win than prioritise Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri

McLaren have both their drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, gunning for the Formula 1 drivers' title while Max Verstappen is the only Red Bull driver in that fight

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54 h. ago Ruben Amorim explains controversial Europa League final decision as fans say Man Utd 'doomed'

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has explained his decision to start Mason Mount as Red Devils fans took aim at the starting line-up on social media

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65 h. ago Formula 1: How to watch the Monaco Grand Prix on TV and what to know

Here’s a guide that tells you what you need to know about Sunday’s Monaco Grand Prix

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3 d. ago The Bear fans ‘hope they don’t fumble’ new season as trailer is released

Fans on social media think season four trailer 'looks like a huge step up'

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4 d. ago Oscar Piastri in 'world of pain' as Christian Horner goads McLaren over Max Verstappen win

Max Verstappen won at Imola to keep in touch with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris in the F1 title race and Red Bull boss Christian Horner questioned McLaren's approach to the race

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4 d. ago Gary Lineker issues statement as he quits BBC after 'error' in antisemitism row

Gary Lineker has released a statement explaining his decision to walk away from the BBC ahead of the next World Cup after the Match of the Day host's antisemitism row

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5 d. ago Max Verstappen wins Emilia Romagna GP after superb early move on Oscar Piastri

The Dutchman was in control but had to see off a late challenge, after a safety car slashed his lead, to clinch his second win of the season.

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5 d. ago F1 Imola GP LIVE: Race result and reaction as Lewis Hamilton helps pull off Ferrari fightback

Follow live updates as Max Verstappen holds off Lando Norris to win in Emilia Romagna

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5 d. ago Oscar Piastri winning streak broken as McLaren denied win at Imola GP

Oscar Piastri started on pole but Max Verstappen roared by at the first corner while the timing of the safety car late on also allowed Lando Norris to get by and cut the Aussie's championship lead

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5 d. ago Will Still 'rejects' Rangers next manager chance as he explains 'logical' Lens exit decision

Still has announced he will leave the Ligue 1 side following the end of the campaign

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6 d. ago Lando Norris admits ‘mistakes’ again after qualifying blow at Imola GP

The McLaren driver will start fourth on the grid on Sunday, while teammate Oscar Piastri is on pole

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6 d. ago Why VAR didn't show Dean Henderson red card as Man City fans fume at FA Cup final decision

Dean Henderson handled the ball outside of his penalty area in the FA Cup final and VAR have explained their decision not to show the Crystal Palace goalkeeper a red card

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