Jimmy Kimmel tells UCLA women's basketball team to give Trump fake national championship trophy

Jimmy Kimmel urged UCLA's national champion women's basketball team to give President Donald Trump a fake trophy at the White House during a late night segment.
Published: April 9, 2026, 12:12 am
Scottie Scheffler's family, including 12-day-old son, enjoy Masters Par 3 Contest at Augusta

Scottie Scheffler brought his entire family, including 12-day-old son Remy, to the Masters Par 3 Contest at Augusta National ahead of round one.
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:33 pm
Emmitt Smith gives advice to NFL hopeful son who once admitted to feeling pressure of living up to family name

Emmitt Smith offered fatherly wisdom to son EJ Smith on handling pressure before the NFL Draft and discusses his role in Narcan's opioid campaign.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:36 pm
Diego Pavia's agent tells fans to 'stop the stupidity' after viral no-representation remark ahead of NFL Draft

Diego Pavia's agent clarifies the Vanderbilt quarterback negotiated his own NIL deal but has full representation ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:30 pm
Warriors' Draymond Green floats NBA tanking fix, says play-in tournament 'ain't working'

Draymond Green proposes the NBA fine teams more aggressively for tanking, arguing the league is quick to punish players but not team misconduct.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:13 pm
Lengthy suspensions handed out to members of wild Angels-Braves brawl that saw fists, tackles

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler and Atlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo Lopez face seven-game suspensions after a benches-clearing brawl.
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:52 pm
Davey Lopes, four-time All-Star and one of MLB's greatest base stealers, dead at 80

Davey Lopes, a four-time MLB All-Star and 1981 World Series champion with the Dodgers, has died at 80. He ranks 26th all-time in stolen bases.
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:39 pm
Kirk Cousins reveals how a FaceTime call with Tom Brady sealed his decision to join the Raiders

Kirk Cousins credited Tom Brady for giving him a big nudge toward signing with the Las Vegas Raiders, calling their FaceTime conversation "life-giving."
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:17 pm
Tiger Woods' prescription drug records to be subpoenaed by Florida prosecutors following DUI arrest

A subpoena for Tiger Woods' prescription drug records is set to be issued this month following his DUI arrest and two-vehicle crash in Florida.
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:58 pm
Minnesota high school softball season faces strain of trans athlete conflict as Trump admin cracks down

Minnesota's high school softball season is set to be overshadowed as the U.S. DOJ pursues a Title IX lawsuit against Minnesota's education agencies.
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:08 pm
Falcons invite Braves manager to 'put on the pads' after his standout tackle during the team's brawl

The Atlanta Falcons took notice of Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss' form tackle on Jorge Soler during a bench-clearing brawl, jokingly asking him to put on the pads.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:58 pm
Daniil Medvedev destroys racket in stunning meltdown after wildcard hands him historic double bagel loss

Daniil Medvedev's notorious meltdown at Monte Carlo included smashing his racket seven times after falling behind in a 6-0, 6-0 loss to Matteo Berrettini.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:10 pm
Pro wrestling star Scarlett Bordeaux touts rising Major League Wrestling women's division

MLW's women's division is thriving with top talent like Scarlett Bordeaux, Lady Frost, Shotzi Blackheart and champion Shoko Nakajima contending.
Published: April 8, 2026, 3:56 pm
Olympic gold medalist discusses balance between celebrating one victory while vying for others

Speedskater Jordan Stolz tells how he won two Olympic golds in February and reveals plans for World Championships and possibly the 2028 LA Olympics.
Published: April 8, 2026, 3:19 pm
Kirk Cousins declares the Raiders' uniforms the 'best jerseys in pro sports'

New Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins calls Las Vegas jerseys the "best in pro sports," though there may be an epic debate to be had about his declaration.
Published: April 8, 2026, 2:35 pm
Steelers legend Jerome Bettis dives into Aaron Rodgers waiting game, team's NFL Draft needs

Pittsburgh Steelers legend Jerome Bettis says the team has no choice but to bring back Aaron Rodgers and eyes key needs ahead of the NFL Draft this month.
Published: April 8, 2026, 2:01 pm
Pirates agree to massive contract extension with 19-year-old phenom

Pittsburgh Pirates phenom Konnor Griffin signs a nine-year, $140 million contract extension, reportedly marking the largest deal in Pittsburgh Pirates franchise history.
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:44 pm
Ex-NFL star Robert Griffin III eyes Olympic gold in flag football

Robert Griffin III received an invitation to Team USA flag football training games as he eyes the 2028 Olympics and the 2026 world championships.
Published: April 8, 2026, 12:20 pm
Giants coach shares wisdom for Jaxson Dart after working with Patrick Mahomes in Kansas City

New Giants offensive coordinator Matt Nagy, who worked with Patrick Mahomes in Kansas City, explains the key advice he gave quarterback Jaxson Dart for the 2026 season.
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:25 am
Marlins’ Sandy Alcantara expresses frustration with decision to be removed in 9th inning

Sandy Alcantara said he deserved to be consulted before being removed from his shutout bid as the Marlins fell to the Reds 6-3 in extra innings.
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:47 am
Blue Jays manager John Schneider ejected after face-to-face, fiery argument with umpire in loss to Dodgers

Blue Jays manager John Schneider erupted over a balk call and was ejected during Toronto's 4-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, as injuries plague the roster.
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:19 am
Caitlyn Jenner says Tiger Woods 'needs to get humble' after DUI arrest, believes he can make comeback

Caitlyn Jenner weighed in on Tiger Woods' DUI arrest, saying people love a comeback story and urging the golf legend to seek professional treatment.
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:14 am
Angels, Braves players get into wild brawl after high pitch to Jorge Soler

Angels slugger Jorge Soler and Braves pitcher Reynaldo López got into a wild brawl after a high-inside pitch during Tuesday night's game in Atlanta.
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:05 am
Gary Woodland savors Masters return after brain surgery, PTSD battle nearly ended his career

Gary Woodland opens up about battling PTSD at the Masters, saying large galleries at Augusta National trigger fears despite heavy security presence.
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:55 am
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel responds after photos with New York Times NFL reporter leak

Mike Vrabel addresses photos showing him with reporter Dianna Russini at a Sedona resort, calling the interaction innocent and any suggestion otherwise laughable.
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:42 am
2026 Masters odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 16 majors
SportsLine's model simulated the 2026 Masters 10,000 times and revealed its surprising PGA Tour picks for Augusta National
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:00 am
How to bet on the World Cup: Your betting guide and where to find 2026 FIFA World Cup odds
Here's everything bettors need to know, and where to find World Cup odds 2026 for this summer's event in North America
Published: April 9, 2026, 12:40 am
2026 Masters picks, odds: Expert predictions, favorites to win from field at Augusta National
Who will win the 90th Masters? Our experts dive into all the twists and turns of the year's first and greatest major
Published: April 9, 2026, 12:26 am
Barcelona undone by two VAR moments — one given, one ignored — in UCL loss to Atletico Madrid
A controversial contest vs. Atletico has Hansi Flick and company staring elimination right in the face
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:26 pm
Spurs vs. Blazers odds, prediction: 2026 NBA picks for Wednesday, April 8 from proven model
SportsLine's model reveals its Portland Trail Blazers vs. San Antonio Spurs predictions and Wednesday NBA picks
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:05 pm
2026 WNBA free agency tracker: Follow the biggest moves with new $1.4 million supermax on the table
The most important free agency period in league history is underway
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:00 pm
Arne Slot's disastrous tactical switch has Liverpool on verge of Champions League elimination after PSG loss
A 2-0 defeat in Paris has the Reds on the brink of elimination with little evidence that a comeback is possible
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:48 pm
2026 Masters winner predictions, picks: One of these nine players will likely take the green jacket
Who among the 91 players in this year's Masters field has an actual chance to slip on the green jacket?
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:05 pm
NHL futures odds: Stars to face Wild in first round of 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
SportsLine NHL analyst Scott Erskine gives an overview of the Western Conference matchup between Dallas and Minnesota in the first round of the postseason
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:57 pm
Women's college basketball transfer portal rankings: The 25 best players set to change teams
Transfer portal season has arrived in women's college basketball, and these are the best players who could move
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:54 pm
Use DraftKings promo code to get $300 bonus bets for Hawks-Cavaliers, Timberwolves-Magic, MLB on Wednesday
DraftKings offers $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins for NBA and MLB on Wednesday
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:40 pm
Bulls want their next GM to keep Billy Donovan as coach, but history says that isn't a great idea
The best organizations in the NBA tend to hire general managers before coaches
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:21 pm
Jorge Soler, Reynaldo López suspended after punches thrown in Braves-Angels brawl
Soler took exception to an up-and-in pitch from López several innings after getting hit in the hand
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:57 pm
Cade Cunningham is set to return, and his absence may have made the Pistons even better
Cunningham's 11-game absence will have worked to the Pistons' benefit if they make a deep postseason run
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:55 pm
Hawks vs. Cavaliers odds, prediction: 2026 NBA picks for Wednesday, April 8 from proven model
SportsLine's model reveals its Atlanta Hawks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers predictions and Wednesday NBA picks
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:55 pm
Kentucky Derby 2026 update: Jockey Irad Ortiz Jr.'s decision will have major ramifications
Here's everything you need to know with three weeks remaining until the first leg of the Triple Crown
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:46 pm
Masters 2026 odds, picks, predictions, favorites: Expert fading Rory McIlroy at Augusta National
SportsLine golf expert David Bearman just locked in his predictions for the 2026 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club with Tiger Woods (personal) not in the field
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:46 pm
HQ PM Newsletter 4/8/2026
What to watch Wednesday night: Athletics vs. Yankees, Hawks vs. Cavaliers, NHL + more best bets
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:30 pm
Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Key NBA matchup, NHL and MLB showdowns
Find best bets and props for the biggest games in sports on Wednesday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:30 pm
Davey Lopes dies at 80: Dodgers World Series champion was prolific base stealer and part of famous 'Infield'
Lopes was a four-time All-Star across 16 seasons in the big leagues
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:24 pm
Masters 2026: Ranking five first-time players who could join Fuzzy Zoeller winning green jacket as debutants
Sixteen pros will try to accomplish one of the rarest feats in golf: Winning the Masters in their first try
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:24 pm
Why extremely athletic tight ends like draft prospect Eli Stowers should welcome change to wide receiver
Stowers has all the tools to make it in the NFL as a wide receiver
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:39 pm
2026 Masters expert picks, best bets, longshots: Golf insider fading Bryson DeChambeau at Augusta National
Golf expert Sia Nejad has revealed his Masters 2026 picks and PGA best bets for Augusta National, beginning Thursday, April 9
Published: April 8, 2026, 6:52 pm
2026 Masters field: Ranking the invited players from 1-91 at Augusta National
Why are neither Scottie Scheffler nor Rory McIlroy sitting at No. 1? Is this the year for Justin Rose or Tommy Fleetwood? Will Jordan Spieth have a resurgence?
Published: April 8, 2026, 6:00 pm
2026 Masters odds: Scottie Scheffler leads favorites to win, Jon Rahm surges as Round 1 draws near
The No. 1 golfer in the world leads the field into the first major championship of the 2026 season as practice rounds get underway at Augusat National Golf Club
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:57 pm
Zuffa Boxing announces signings of Edgar Berlanga and Richardson Hitchins
The promotion added a current champion and a former title challenger to its pool of fighters
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:54 pm
Bryson DeChambeau's patience (and equipment) will be put to the test in 10th Masters start
DeChambeau is the best player without a green jacket, but he's slowly learned to accept the demands of Augusta National
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:28 pm
NBA player prop picks, odds, predictions, free best bets: Model includes James Harden on Wednesday, April 8
The SportsLine model reveals its top NBA props picks and NBA predictions for Wednesday
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:23 pm
UFC 327: Carlos Ulberg knows title fight is just the first mountain to climb in building a legacy
Ulberg is buoyed by legends in his gym like Israel Adesanya and Alexander Volkanovski who inspired his run to the belt
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:06 pm
Best horse racing betting sites: How to bet on the 2026 Kentucky Derby and horse racing
Learn how to bet on horse racing online, including for the Kentucky Derby on May 2. Discover top horse racing betting sites and tips.
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:03 pm
2026 Masters predictions: Nine trends that will determine next green jacket winner at Augusta National
Augusta National is the only course to host a major every season, which makes the Masters the most predictive of the grand slam championships
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:00 pm
FanDuel Racing promo code: Get $50 racing bonus after first $10 wager on horse racing
The latest FanDuel Racing offer code gives new users a $50 racing bonus after your first $10 wager ahead of the 2026 Kentucky Derby
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:54 pm
Footy Fix: Champions League quarters continue with PSG-Liverpool and Barcelona-Atletico Madrid
Elsewhere on the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, don't miss Europa League as Aston Villa face Bologna
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:50 pm
2026 NFL Mock Draft 5.0 predicts wild Round 1 coming out of pro days
With the combine and free agency complete, the 2026 NFL Draft board is taking shape—but talent shortages at certain positions could create some Round 1 chaos.
Published: April 8, 2026, 6:39 pm
2026 Masters DFS picks, lineups, field, advice: Optimal PGA Tour predictions, strategy on FanDuel, DraftKings
SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with over $2 million in winnings, has locked in his top PGA Tour DFS picks, lineups for the Masters 2026 at Augusta National
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:46 pm
Texans pick up 2027 fifth-year options for C.J. Stroud, Will Anderson, per report
Houston locked in its 2023 first-round duo for 2027 with fifth-year options locked in for quarterback C.J. Stroud and edge rusher Will Anderson Jr.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:46 pm
Bryson: Using 3D printer-made iron at Masters
Bryson DeChambeau confirmed to ESPN that he'll play the Masters with a 5-iron that he fabricated himself with a 3D printer.
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:48 am
Cousins: I shouldn't play if not Raiders' best QB
Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins is aware that Las Vegas is expected to draft Fernando Mendoza and says he only wants to play if it's determined he's the best option.
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:48 am
Reports: NCAA to discuss 5-year eligibility model
An NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss changes to eligibility rules that would incorporate age into the process, sources said Wednesday.
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:48 am
Prosecutors seek Tiger's prescription drug records
Prosecutors want the times Tiger Woods' prescriptions were filled, the number of pills, the dosage amounts and any instructions that accompanied the pills, such as warnings about driving while taking them.
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:48 am
Prized recruit Hiller, No. 2 OT in '27, picks Florida
Maxwell Hiller, the No. 2 offensive tackle and No. 7 overall recruit in the SC Next Junior 300, gave Florida and new head coach Jon Sumrall his verbal pledge Wednesday.
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:48 am
Rai 'wins,' young Fleetwood steals show at Par 3
Eight-year-old Frankie Fleetwood stole the show at Wednesday's family-friendly Masters Par 3 Contest, which saw Aaron Rai win and four holes-in-one.
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:48 am
Sources: Kings' late foul was error, not tanking
The NBA is looking into what team sources say was a strategy mistake by Kings coach Doug Christie -- and not tanking tactics -- during Tuesday's loss to the Warriors.
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:48 am
Flick furious over bizarre 'clear red' in Barça loss
Hansi Flick raged that Barcelona should have been given a penalty and Marc Pubill sent off after his team crashed to a 2-0 defeat to Atlético Madrid at Spotify Camp Nou in the Champions League on Wednesday.
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:48 am
📈 Ranking top men's hoops players in the portal
More than 1,000 players have entered the portal less than 24 hours after it opened. Here's the top talent.
Published: April 9, 2026, 1:48 am
Our hottest hot takes two weeks into the MLB season
From a shocking NL East champion to a 50-homer slugger you probably haven't heard of yet, our experts go bold with their early predictions.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:37 pm
The art of taking a lead: Why every step matters in baseball's game of inches
A bad lead helped keep the Blue Jays from a title. Tim Kurkjian explores the state of a critical skill.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:37 pm
Inside the 'strange phenomenon' the NBA is struggling to contain
With tanking strategies growing in both audaciousness and frequency of use, can the league get its arms around the often-effective practice?
Published: April 9, 2026, 12:11 am
NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams land
The last rankings of the regular season! Let's see where every team stacks up before the postseason.
Published: April 9, 2026, 12:11 am
NHL playoff watch: Capitals in a must-win game against the Maple Leafs?
Washington must string together some victories to get back to the playoffs. Plus, updated projections after Tuesday's 11 games.
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:33 pm
Champions League recap: Atleti go past 10-man Barça, PSG defeat Liverpool
Both Atlético Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain get 2-0 first-leg wins on a day of quarterfinals action in the UEFA Champions League.
Published: April 9, 2026, 12:48 am
PSG's wastefulness leaves door open, but this isn't Klopp's Liverpool any more
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Published: April 9, 2026, 12:48 am
Scottie Scheffler brings different vibes to Augusta than other star golfers
Scheffler might not generate the same buzz as players like Tiger and Phil, but he's a different kind of superstar, and maybe that's a good thing.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:32 pm
2026 Masters: Experts' picks and betting tips
Who do our golf experts think will win? Where does our betting expert believe there's value? We break it all down.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:31 pm
WNBA mock draft: UConn's Fudd drops to No. 3 pick
Lauren Betts and three teammates on UCLA's NCAA championship team are projected first-round picks.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:57 pm
Free agency: Predictions, biggest questions, more
Who are the biggest names who might be on the move, and how will the condensed offseason impact free agency?
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:57 pm
Projecting NFL draft quarterback landing spots, from No. 1 to No. 215: New homes for nine passers
Ben Solak projects landing spots for the nine QBs he considers draftable in the 2026 class (and one trade) and sizes up each team fit.
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:37 pm
'I'm going to put it in my house in a safe': How the Masters lawn gnome became so popular that it might be discontinued
One piece of merchandise at Augusta National became too popular for its own good.
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:48 pm
'Don't move on, just move forward': How hockey helped Michigan's Michael Hage overcome tragedy
Fueled by the memory of his father, the Wolverines star returns to Las Vegas for the Frozen Four.
Published: April 8, 2026, 12:23 pm
Frozen Four: How Denver, Michigan, Wisconsin and North Dakota can win it all
With the men's hockey tournament heating up, we've got all the results, analysis and highlights.
Published: April 8, 2026, 12:23 pm
Divine intervention? How Dallas landed Dak Prescott at No. 135 in the 2016 NFL draft
As the moment neared, OC Scott Linehan was holding his breath, thinking, "Someone else is going to take him."
Published: April 8, 2026, 2:16 pm
'He's reinvigorated': A rare long offseason has given Andy Reid time to make changes
The NFL's oldest and longest-tenured coach faces a task he hasn't seen in a long time -- a bounce-back season.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:55 pm
From Cyndi Lauper to 'The Man': The evolution of women's wrestling at WrestleMania
Dive into how women's professional wrestling has evolved on WWE's biggest stage over the past 40 years.
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:16 pm
Dickie V's Dazzling Dozen: Players, performances, coaches that defined the season
Dick Vitale hands out superlatives for a season that had everything, from Diaper Dandies to Prime-Time Performers.
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:12 pm
Way-Too-Early Top 25: Ranking the best teams for next season, now
We're ready to rank next season's best teams -- with a few new rules.
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:12 pm
NBA Futures: Lakers' championship odds now 300-1
The Lakers' championship odds are even longer after the injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:06 pm
Inside the Bucks' lost season, and the looming 'nasty breakup' with Giannis Antetokounmpo
A difficult season exacerbated a 13-year relationship that was already on the rocks, leading to more questions than answers in Milwaukee.
Published: April 8, 2026, 3:51 pm
Connelly's favorite transfer classes: Teams that pushed the envelope in the portal
Looking beyond the numbers, here are the teams that took the boldest steps in their portal approaches.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:56 pm
Rankings: Profiling more than 60 wide receivers
Mike Clay provides breakdowns of the top receivers for the 2026 fantasy season.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:55 pm
Six things I wish I'd known when I drafted
Tristan H. Cockcroft takes a look at biggest fantasy surprises from the first few weeks of the season.
Published: April 9, 2026, 2:18 am
Prospect watch: Konnor Griffin's here, who's next?
All the prospects fantasy managers should be keeping an eye on as the season moves through its first month.
Published: April 9, 2026, 2:18 am
Pochettino's to-do list: What the USMNT must figure out before World Cup
There are no more friendlies or camps before the U.S. names its World Cup roster, so what does coach Mauricio Pochettino need to do before then?
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:06 pm
Make-or-break questions the USWNT must answer before next year's World Cup
USWNT coach Emma Hayes needs to use every match to answer some important questions.
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:06 pm
NWSL Power Rankings: San Diego leads the way, Washington back on track
San Diego Wave are the new leaders of the ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, while the Washington Spirit are soaring up.
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:06 pm
PGA Tour vs. LIV in a much different place than it was at 2023 Masters
It's been three years, and while the LIV-PGA fight isn't necessarily 'won,' it certainly seems settled.
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:33 am
The good, the bad and the ugly of F1's new 2026 regulations
F1's new-for-2026 regulations have come in for considerable criticism, but there have been positives, too. ESPN weighs up the good and the bad.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:29 pm
Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Two fighters make their top-10 debut
Two fighters break into the top 10 after standout performances. Here are the latest women's pound-for-pound rankings.
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:01 pm
Men's divisional rankings: Why Wilder's win wasn't enough to join top 10 at heavyweight
The Deontay Wilder-Derek Chisora fight card caused a major shakeup, but not in the division you would think.
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:01 pm
Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea linked with move for El Mala
Chelsea are reportedly lining up a move to sign FC Cologne forward Said El Mala. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:43 am
How Augusta National outwitted ticket resellers and kept door closed on Trump | Andy Bull

One of the great lessons of the Masters is money only goes so far, with strict rules designed to keep out ticket touts Jeffrey Epstein’s web of influence stretched from European palaces to Ivy League universities and Wall Street banks, but there was apparently at least one little corner of the establishment that seems to have been beyond his reach: Augusta National. In July 2019, Epstein sent an iMessage to Steve Bannon asking for his help with a particularly difficult problem. “Need to work magic to get brad Karp admitted to augusta golf club,” Epstein wrote. “The head of Paul Weiss Brad Karp?” Bannon replied. “Yes.” Karp, the former chair of the legal firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, stepped down from his position in February because of his ties with Epstein.
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:00 pm
Kvaratskhelia caps victory for dominant PSG as cautious Liverpool cling to hope

The rout anticipated at Parc des Princes did not materialise, at least not in terms of the scoreline, but the gulf in quality between Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool was laid bare all the same. Arne Slot’s side leave Paris with a scintilla of hope, having arrived with none, and will need to conjure a stunning Anfield recovery on Tuesday just to lay a glove on European champions worthy of the name. A deflected strike from Désiré Doué plus a superb second from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gave the holders a deserved advantage in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final. It should have been much more. Ousmane Dembélé missed a hat-trick of openings, striking the outside of a post with his final effort, Nuno Mendes and Doué squandered gilt-edged chances and Liverpool survived two penalty claims. A fine display from the visiting goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili also helped keep the margin of defeat respectful.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:07 pm
Nike’s high-tech 2026 World Cup jerseys have a shoulder problem

The sportswear giant says it’s aware of the strange seam on some of the new shirts, and is looking into how to address it When Nike rolled out its collection of World Cup kits in late March, fans and pundits alike largely approved. The US men’s national team got arguably their most distinctive pair of shirts in decades, while other federations – France, England, Canada and Uruguay among them – earned strong reviews. Over the last international break, when players took the field in the kits for the first time, many fans couldn’t help but become fixated on one singular detail of the new shirts: a somewhat unsightly bulge along the shoulder seam.
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:00 am
Barcelona on the brink after red card and Alvarez stunner sparks Atlético win

When the final whistle went, the man in black disappeared out of sight and set off running up the tunnel. For the first time since he took over at Atlético Madrid 15 long, transformative years ago, Diego Simeone had just led his team to a victory at the Camp Nou, reviving the dream of taking them back to a European Cup final a decade later. In 2014 and 2016 Atlético knocked out Barcelona en route to Lisbon and Milan and while there is much to be done at the Metropolitano in six days’ time, they have put themselves in a superb position to repeat that in 2026, maybe even to finally lift the trophy that resists them.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:30 pm
Medvedev smashes racket then bins it during 6-0, 6-0 loss in Monte Carlo

World No 10 suffers heavy loss to Matteo Berrettini Russian committed 27 unforced errors Daniil Medvedev smashed his racket several times and placed the remnants in a courtside dustbin during his humbling 6-0, 6-0 loss to the Italian wildcard Matteo Berrettini at the Monte Carlo Masters on Wednesday. It was the world No 10’s first tour-level defeat without winning a game and he capitulated in 49 minutes, failing to earn a game point on his own serve and committing 27 unforced errors. Berrettini will face João Fonseca in the last 16 after the Brazilian teenager beat Arthur Rinderknech 7-5, 4-6, 6-3.
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:53 pm
‘Every accident at high speed is a shock’: F1 rules guru on response to Bearman crash

As talks begin over fixing the controversial regulations, the FIA’s Nikolas Tombazis says changes to ‘specific aspects’ are needed, not a total overhaul Formula One has endured a somewhat turbulent opening this season under the sport’s new regulations. Amid the sound and fury of some driver dissatisfaction with the new formula and safety concerns brought sharply into focus by a huge accident at the Japanese Grand Prix, three races in there is now an opportunity to propose changes, with the man who has been at the heart of the process since it began quietly confident that F1 can adapt successfully. Nikolas Tombazis is the single-seater director for F1’s governing body, the FIA, and has been with the organisation since 2018. He was there when the very first discussions of the 2026 regulations took place in January 2021 and has been central to their evolution since. In his calm and articulate fashion, Tombazis says the noise around the new regulations is overstated.
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:08 pm
Unai Emery warns Aston Villa to respect Bologna before Europa League battle

Italian side defeated Roma in Europa League last 16 Emery has won competition four times as a manager Unai Emery has warned his Aston Villa side to respect Bologna, and the Europa League itself, if they are to continue their progress in the competition with victory over their Italian opponents. Describing the Serie A side as “a winner team”, Emery said Villa could not be considered favourites for this quarter-final as he sought to ensure his players’ heads are in the game following the extended international break that means Villa haven’t played a competitive match since 22 March.
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:52 pm
Calafiori channels pain of Italy World Cup misery to fuel Arsenal trophy push

Win over Sporting comes after back-to-back cup defeats ‘It’s been tough but that’s the beauty of football’ After everything Riccardo Calafiori has been through over the past couple of weeks, Tuesday night was exactly what he needed. The Italy defender was still buzzing from Kai Havertz’s late winning goal against Sporting in the first leg of Arsenal’s Champions League quarter-final when he reflected on a fortnight during which his club suffered successive defeats either side of the Azzurri again failing to qualify for the World Cup. “It’s been tough, but that is the beauty of football: it is 100% better now,” Calafiori said, before reflecting first on Saturday’s shock FA Cup loss at Southampton, then on the wider pain of the period. “This chance to play three days later rather than just stay home and think about it [was welcome]. Of course I’m really disappointed, but I’ve got a lot to play for with Arsenal.”
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:00 pm
Leicester lose appeal over six-point deduction in blow to survival hopes

Sanction for financial breach has led to a relegation fight Leicester now ‘fully focused’ on final five games of season Leicester have announced defeat in their appeal against a six-point deduction for breaching English Football League financial rules. An independent commission imposed the sanction on Leicester in February, which dropped the club from 17th to 20th in the Championship. They appealed against the decision and have subsequently fallen to 22nd, a point adrift of safety with five fixtures remaining. It is very possible the club, currently managed by Gary Rowett, could be relegated to League One a decade after winning the Premier League.
Published: April 8, 2026, 3:58 pm
Football Daily | Madrid and Bayern burn rubber in fast and furious show at Bernabéu

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! While Arsenal were busy Arsenaling their way to a worthy but dull Bigger Cup quarter-final first leg win at Sporting on Tuesday, the players of Real Madrid and Bayern Munich released the collective handbrake and performed many high-speed donuts, wheel spins and Rockfords as a pleasing counterpoint to the careful mirror-signal-manoeuvring on display at Lisbon’s Estádio José Alvalade. Like a couple of stolen supercars racing each other around a shopping mall in The Fast and the Furious: Bicester Village, these two European heavyweights massively committed to the bit, not unlike a daily football email bogged down in a laboured motoring metaphor. “When I see the chances we had, that has to give us confidence that we can score more goals,” whooped Vincent Kompany following a hi-octane Bernabéu white-knuckle ride from which his team emerged deserving winners, even if it was their 40-year-old goalkeeper who took home the gong for player of the match. A doff of the Romanian cap to the great Mircea Lucescu. As a player, he captained his national team against World Cup holders England and eventual World Cup winners Brazil at the tournament in 1970, after which Pelé wanted to exchange shirts with him. And, as a manager, apart from all his domestic success, he was the first manager to get Romania to qualify for the Euros in 1984 and nearly led a poor Romania team to the World Cup in 2026, a couple of weeks ago, while very sick. What a football man, what a tremendous football man …” – Noble Francis. Interesting to see the report about Nike’s new Geopolitics World Cup kits bunching up ridiculously at the shoulder seams. You never got problems like that back in my day, principally because, on the massively oversized kits of the 90s, the shoulder seam was positioned halfway down the arm. The tendency of these kits to make even professional athletes look like Sunday pub league players is exemplified by the photo of Blackburn’s relegated 1999 team in today’s edition of The Knowledge – an effect amplified by the fact one of them seems to have been playing in tracksuit bottoms, and another in sliders” – Phil Taverner. After being emotionally blackmailed into running the LLHM by my friend and broadcasting colleague Max Rushden, I began training in late October. Having done little or no exercise beyond nimbly climbing on and off bar stools for almost 30 years, I was heroically unfit and literally couldn’t jog 100 metres without stopping to catch my breath. Reader – I had bitten off more than I could chew. At the start line I will be 53 years old and I remain overweight despite all my training. I still drink too much and have resigned myself to the fact that I won’t win the race, but I plan to enjoy a unique day. If you’d like to add to the already huge sum raised, every little helps. It would be absolutely magic to hit the £60,000 mark before race day. With that in mind, please give anything you can, safe in the knowledge that I’ll be enduring a world of pain to try to alleviate that of that experienced by so many wonderful and brave kids.” Donate here.
Published: April 8, 2026, 2:52 pm
‘Absolute disgrace’: FA’s plan to restructure Women’s National League criticised

WSL academy teams would play in third tier Previous FA expansion plan was withdrawn last year Plans to include four Women’s Super League academy sides in the third tier of the English women’s football pyramid from 2027 have been criticised as an idea based around “repackaged B teams” and received a mixed reaction from club staff and supporters. The changes to the Women’s National League, put forward by the Football Association, would also introduce a mid-season split similar to that used in Scotland, as well as a potential investment package of about £1m and enhancements to legal and medical support in the loan system. They have not yet been formally ratified, but consultations are continuing.
Published: April 8, 2026, 12:07 pm
Which team has gone furthest in Europe while being relegated in the same season? | The Knowledge

Plus: teams who went out of Europe without losing a game, and rare competitive meetings Mail us with your questions and answers “What’s the furthest a team has gone in Europe while being relegated in the same season?” wonders Matt Reilly. This question was probably asked in reference to Tottenham, who were still in the Champions League at the time, but it’s still relevant to some of this year’s quarter-finalists. Nottingham Forest are three points above the relegation places in the Premier League; Fiorentina only have a five-point cushion in Serie A. Real Zaragoza 2001-02, first round; 2007-08, first round Alavés 2002-03, second round Celta Vigo 2006-07, last 16 Real Zaragoza 2007-08, first round Real Betis 2013-14, last 16 Espanyol 2019-20, last 32 Blackburn Rovers 1998-99, Uefa Cup first round Bradford City 2000-01, Intertoto semi-final Ipswich Town 2001-02, Uefa Cup third round Ruda Hvezda Brno 1960-61, Cup Winners’ Cup Dynamo Zilina 1961-62, Cup Winners’ Cup Espanyol 1961-62. Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Napoli 1962-63, Cup Winners’ Cup Bayern Munich 1962-63, Inter-Cities Fairs Cup 1. FC Magdeburg 1965-66, Cup Winners’ Cup Lyn 1968-69, Cup Winners’ Cup Beroe Stara Zagora 1973-74, Cup Winners’ Cup Real Betis 1977-78, Cup Winners’ Cup Bologna 1990-91, Uefa Cup First round Artmedia Bratislavia (2-2 away, 3-1 home) Group stage Sparta Prague (2-0 away), Zulte Waregem (6-2 home), Ajax (2-0 away), Austria Wien (1-0 home) Last 32 Livorno (2-1 away, 2-0 home) Last 16 Maccabi Haifa (0-0 away, 4-0 home) Quarter-final Benfica (3-2 home, 0-0 away) Semi-final Werder Bremen (3-0 home, 2-1 away) Final Sevilla 2-2 (1-3 pens)
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:00 am
Arne Slot says Liverpool ‘need our fans’ to help turn PSG tie around at Anfield

Slot admits team ‘were in survival mode’ during first leg ‘Football has shown many times everything is possible’ Arne Slot admitted Liverpool were in survival mode against Paris Saint-Germain and will need the backing of Anfield to raise their level against the European champions in next week’s Champions League quarter-final second leg. Liverpool were fortunate to escape with a 2-0 defeat at Parc des Princes where Ousmane Dembélé, who missed a crucial chance for Barcelona in their 2019 semi-final against Jürgen Klopp’s eventual champions, squandered several opportunities for Luis Enrique’s star-studded side.
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:51 pm
Barcelona 0-2 Atlético Madrid: Champions League quarter-final, first leg – as it happened

Julián Alvarez’s fine free-kick against 10-man Barça sparked Diego Simeone’s first managerial win at Camp Nou “Diego Simeone has never won at Camp Nou,” says Karen Carney, alongside Cole on pundit duty. And there you have it. No time like the present, that’s what I say. “It’s beauty and the beast,” says Joe Cole on TNT Sports of the contest that awaits. “We know what Atlético are going to do tonight, they’ll “bank in”, make it nasty, they’ll be aggressive, and there’ll be all sorts of shenenigans going on.”
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:28 pm
PSG 2-0 Liverpool: Champions League quarter-final, first leg – as it happened

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s delightful goal was the highlight of a dominant performance from the European champions “I am beset by dread,” writes Joe Pearson, “and not in the ‘I am the law’ kind of way. Although admittedly PSG are giving off ‘You’re next, punk!’ vibes. IYKYK.” While Arsenal were busy Arsenaling their way to a worthy but dull Bigger Cup quarter-final first leg win at Sporting on Tuesday, the players of Real Madrid and Bayern Munich released the collective handbrake and performed many high-speed donuts, wheel spins and Rockfords as a pleasing counterpoint to the careful mirror-signal-manoeuvring on display at Lisbon’s Estádio José Alvalade. Like a couple of stolen supercars racing each other around a shopping mall in The Fast and the Furious: Bicester Village, these two European heavyweights massively committed to the bit, not unlike a daily football email bogged down in a laboured motoring metaphor.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:20 pm
England full-back George Furbank heads for Harlequins in lucrative switch

Northampton struggle to meet offer Smith and Mitchell fit for Saints quarter-final Underperforming Harlequins have confirmed the signing of England’s full-back George Furbank as they seek to rebuild their squad for next season. The 29-year-old Furbank has been an influential figure at Northampton, the league leaders, but a lucrative contract offer has persuaded him to try his luck in south-west London.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:46 pm
Racing open to more direct protests in campaign against affordability checks

BHA chief executive hails ‘Axe the Racing Tax’ campaign Dunshea surprised by RSPCA comments on welfare The chief executive of the British Horseracing Authority, Brant Dunshea, has revealed the sport will consider more direct action protests as they continue to battle against government plans to introduce affordability tests for punters. A one-day strike last September that led to four scheduled meetings being cancelled played a pivotal role in the government abandoning the increase in tax on betting from 15% to 21%, which the BHA estimated would have cost £330m to the industry. The BHA have followed their “Axe the Racing Tax” campaign with a coordinated attempt to persuade the government to think again about affordability checks, which, if introduced, would require up to 120,000 regular gamblers to provide personal documentation in order to continue betting, according to research from the Betting and Gaming Council.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:29 am
MLB bans Jorge Soler, Reynaldo López seven games for Braves-Angels brawl

Benches and bullpens cleared in fifth inning Players will appeal suspensions and fines The two had played together on the 2024 Braves Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler and Atlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo López each received seven-game suspensions from Major League Baseball on Wednesday, a day after they were ejected following their participation in a brawl. Michael Hill, MLB’s senior vice-president for on-field operations, also announced that the players received undisclosed fines. The suspensions were scheduled to begin with Wednesday’s game but will be on hold as each player is appealing.
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:47 pm
Rahm stands out as Masters favourite as Augusta adjusts to post-Tiger world | Ewan Murray

Spaniard is seeking his second Green Jacket at first Masters since 1994 without Tiger Woods or Phil Mickelson Half a mile from the gates of Augusta National, at the foot of Washington Road, sits a keyboard and piano store. It closes on Masters week every year. “Spring has sprung and so have we,” reads a sign in the forecourt. Clearly there is insufficient correlation between golf fans and those with a tendency to tinkle the ivories (or similar) for the business to remain open. Masters mania is not for everyone. This feels a pity; almost nine months since the last putt dropped on the final major of 2025 and 27 weeks on from the Ryder Cup rumpus of Bethpage, golf is back at the forefront of the sporting world. Another date reference is significant. This Masters, the 90th edition, will be the first since 1994 without either one or both of Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson on the draw sheet. Rather than cause for a golfing lament, this provides opportunity. The post-Tiger world need not be as scary a place as so many seem to believe.
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:11 pm
Gnome unknowns: Masters chair Ridley in dark about ornaments’ Augusta future

Internal secrecy appears to stretch to Augusta chairman ‘It’s not a trivial question … they won’t tell me the answer’ The Masters gnome drama has taken another twist after the chair of Augusta National admitted he is in the dark as to the must-have items’ future. Fred Ridley has repeatedly asked whether 2026 will be the final year for gnomes being on sale – as has been widely speculated – but revealed there is internal secrecy even towards him. Ridley’s annual Masters media address took an amusing turn when a questioner put what was suggested as a “trivial” poser towards him: are reports of the gnomes’ demise correct? “Number one, the question is not trivial,” he said. “Number two: I’ve been asking that question for several years and they won’t tell me the answer. So I can’t help you.”
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:26 pm
The Liverpool gamble that backfired against PSG – but might have kept their Champions League chances alive

Paris Saint-Germain 2-0 Liverpool: Arne Slot’s new system was unable to keep the hosts totally at bay and left his side with it all to do in the second leg at Anfield
Published: April 9, 2026, 12:10 am
Tommy Fleetwood’s son Frankie draws Masters focus with bid to reach ninth green

Fleetwood had spoken about how his son’s personal quest had become something more significant to him.
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:38 pm
Arne Slot hopes Anfield can spark another Liverpool comeback in Champions League

The Reds trail by two goals ahead of next week’s second leg at Anfield.
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:37 pm
Atletico Madrid evoke spirit of old as two mad minutes leave Barcelona reeling

Barcelona 0-2 Atletico Madrid: A red card for Pau Cubarsi and a brilliant free-kick from Julian Alvarez put the visitors in control of their Champions League quarter-final
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:15 pm
Steven Gerrard labels Liverpool ‘toothless’ after ‘total domination’ from PSG

The Reds were beaten by two goals to nil in Paris after a lacklustre performance in front of goal
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:58 pm
Arne Slot says Liverpool were ‘lucky to only lose 2-0’ after insipid outing in Paris

The Red will need a more aggressive performance at Anfield if they are to overturn the deficit
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:56 pm
Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona to take control of Champions League tie

Julian Alvarez’s superb free-kick and Alexander Sorloth took advantage of Pau Cubarsi’s first-half dismissal at the Spotify Camp Nou.
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:16 pm
PSG v Liverpool LIVE: Arne Slot’s tactics questioned after defeat in Champions League quarter-final first leg

A 2-0 lead for PSG leaves Liverpool with it all to do at Anfield next week
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:10 pm
Inside the magic of the Masters – and why Augusta is always the main character

The hues of pink and green, the perfect curves, the idiosyncratic traditions – there is really is no place like Augusta National
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:00 pm
Woman gives birth at NHL stadium midgame: ‘Someone’s going to have a great story to tell’

“They better get season tickets for life,” one fan said
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:38 pm
Tote Grand National offer 2026: Tote free bet offers & bonuses

New customers can claim the Tote Grand National offer from one of the UK’s leading horse racing betting sites ahead of the 2026 Grand National.
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:31 pm
Luke Humphries: Luke Littler’s spat with Gian van Veen will be soon forgotten

Littler could face the Dutchman for the first time in Brighton since last week’s heated exchange at the AO Arena.
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:02 pm
Nottingham Forest given huge injury boost ahead of Europa League quarter-final

Chris Wood is set to make his return in Porto
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:00 pm
England defender Lotte Wubben-Moy relishing chase for Lionesses starting spot

The Arsenal defender could emerge as a key figure for Sarina Wiegman over the next few months
Published: April 8, 2026, 6:27 pm
Tyson Fury wants Anthony Joshua fight to finally happen by ‘the end of the year’

Previous attempts to settle the pair’s long-standing domestic rivalry have repeatedly failed
Published: April 8, 2026, 6:08 pm
Masters chairman supports move to rein in driving distances: ‘The game has become one-dimensional’

Fred Ridley believes ‘failure is not an option’ when it comes to proposed ball changes
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:33 pm
How do you conquer Augusta? Here’s what the Masters favourites say about the greatest test in golf

Nearly a century on from the first Masters tournament, Augusta National remains a true test of psychology, strategy and skill which takes decades to understand
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:19 pm
Masters chairman offers no answer on future of sought-after gnome

The novelty product has become an in-demand item and is limited to one per patron.
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:09 pm
When is Fury vs Makhmudov? Start time, undercard and how to watch fight

Tyson Fury ends his fifth retirement from boxing as he takes on Arslanbek Makhmudov
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:06 pm
How a Tyson Fury poster kickstarted Arslanbek Makhmudov’s ‘mission’

Interview: On Saturday, the Russian heavyweight will stare down Fury again – in the flesh, this time
Published: April 8, 2026, 5:00 pm
Fire erupts at Rio de Janeiro Olympic Park as firefighters tackle major blaze

A fire broke out at Rio de Janeiro’s Olympic Park in the early hours of Wednesday morning
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:58 pm
Leicester lose appeal against six-point deduction in major blow to Championship survival hopes

Leicester City’s appeal was dismissed by an independent board on Wednesday
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:19 pm
LiveScore Bet Grand National offers 2026: Bet £10 get £30 bonus funds

Everything you need to know about the latest Grand National offers available at LiveScore Bet
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:15 pm
Harlequins confirm George Furbank signing in significant transfer coup

The England full-back moves from Northampton, where he had been club captain
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:14 pm
Grand National free bets and betting offers 2026

The Grand National remains a highlight of the UK sporting calendar and one of the most prestigious races in horse racing, which in turn makes it one of the biggest betting events of the year.
Published: April 8, 2026, 4:08 pm
Aintree tips: Best bets for day 1 of the Grand National Festival

Horse racing correspondent Jonathan Doidge has found four horses that he thinks are worth backing on day one at Aintree
Published: April 8, 2026, 3:47 pm
Scottie Scheffler explains his mindset heading into the Masters after recent struggles

Scottie Scheffler has struggled to find his best form ahead of the Masters
Published: April 8, 2026, 3:22 pm
Grand National betting offers: A guide to the best Grand National free bets

Saturday makes the running of the 178th iteration of the Grand National, arguably the most famous contest in horse racing event in the world.
Published: April 8, 2026, 3:05 pm
Italy legend Sergio Parisse to take up role in Gonzalo Quesada’s coaching team

Parisse is widely-regarded as Italy’s greatest ever player
Published: April 8, 2026, 2:44 pm
Qatar Diamond League athletics meet postponed amid Middle East conflict concerns
The Diamond League meet in Doha had been due to take place in early May
Published: April 8, 2026, 2:42 pm
Borussia Dortmund plot third Jadon Sancho signing after troubled Manchester United spell

The Bundesliga club are looking for a replacement for Sancho’s former teammate Julian Brandt
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:31 pm
Grand National 2026 runners, riders and latest odds

Horse racing’s biggest event is back at Aintree with 2024 Grand National winner I Am Maximus the favourite to claim another triumph
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:30 pm
Gary Woodland opens up on PTSD struggles after brain surgery on eve of Masters return
Gary Woodland is back at the Masters after winning the Houston Open last month
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:23 pm
When is the Grand National 2026? Start time and how to watch on TV

The biggest event in the horse racing calendar is back at Aintree, with I Am Maximus eyeing up redemption after missing out last year against Nick Rockett
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:12 pm
Antoine Griezmann’s Atletico legacy is secure but can he finally achieve his Champions League dream?

Neither player nor club have ever won the top European competition and with Griezmann’s departure set for the end of the season this campaign represents one last chance to end this era on a high
Published: April 8, 2026, 1:00 pm
Women’s elite sport revenues to smash $3bn barrier in 2026, Deloitte predicts

Women’s sport revenue is continuing to grow across the globe
Published: April 8, 2026, 12:44 pm
Tyson Fury unsure if his father will attend comeback fight after ‘destroyed’ relationship claim

Tyson Fury will make his return to the ring this weekend when he takes on Arslanbek Makhmudov
Published: April 8, 2026, 12:12 pm
Married NFL coach Mike Vrabel and reporter Dianna Russini speak out after photos show them holding hands at luxury hotel

Vrabel and Russini have denied any romantic involvement with one another
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:48 am
I Am Maximus heads Grand National declarations in attempt to emulate Red Rum

I Am Maximus won the 2024 Grand National and will look to match Aintree legend Red Rum by regaining the title having lost it
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:47 am
Rory McIlroy: I’ve thought about champions’ dinner speech more than the menu

The defending Masters champion’s menu featured the likes of elk sliders.
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:42 am
BOYLE Sports Grand National offer: £40 welcome bonus for Aintree

Perhaps the most prestigious race of the horse racing calendar is almost upon us, as punters turn their attention towards the 2026 Grand National on 11 April.
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:31 am
Masters star Gary Woodland fights back tears in emotional press conference after brain tumor battle

A golfing icon held back tears as he spoke during a press conference following his return to the Masters.
Published: April 8, 2026, 11:03 am
Betfred Grand National betting: Bet £10 get £50 in free bets

Check out Betfred’s betting offer for the 2026 Grand National
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:48 am
Daniil Medvedev destroys racket during extraordinary 6-0 6-0 defeat to Matteo Berrettini

The world No 10 failed to win a single game in the heaviest defeat of his career
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:37 am
Top 20 Masters betting sites: Where to bet on the 2026 US Masters

The most recognisable tournament in golf gets underway on Thursday when the sport’s top stars tee off at Augusta National for the 2026 edition of The Masters.
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:24 am
Rory McIlroy says career grand slam has not dimmed desire for further glory

The Northern Irishman said ahead of his Masters defence: ‘There’s still a lot that I want to do’.
Published: April 8, 2026, 10:08 am
Kai Havertz insists Arsenal can still have a ‘very special’ season despite recent setbacks

Kai Havertz fired Arsenal towards the Champions League semi-finals on Tuesday night
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:51 am
The rise of heat training for marathons: Can hot baths help you at London?

Amateur runners are using heat training, including the use of a regular hot bath, to improve their performances at major marathons this spring
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:40 am
Man United coach sends clear message to players ahead of final run-in

Manchester United are well-positioned to qualify for next season’s Champions League
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:36 am
UFC 327: Prochazka vs Ulberg start time, undercard and how to watch fight

Jiri Prochazka will aim to reclaim the light-heavyweight title, fighting Carlos Ulberg for the vacant belt
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:20 am
Marathon fuel and hydration: How science can help runners avoid hitting the wall

Marathon runners often fall short due to insufficient fuel and hydration, but The Independent’s sports editor Jack Rathborn explains how science is now helping athletes combat the prospect of cramps and hitting the wall
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:08 am
Russia to compensate athletes unable to compete at Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics

13 Russian and Belarusian athletes passed an IOC vetting process to compete at Milano-Cortina
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:07 am
Why Thomas Tuchel must ignore Trent Alexander-Arnold’s flaws and take him to World Cup

Alexander-Arnold struggled defensively against Luis Diaz but the quality of his delivery cannot be ignored after he and Jude Bellingham led Real Madrid’s second-half resurgence, writes Chris Wilson
Published: April 8, 2026, 9:00 am
Ellie Kildunne opens up on post-World Cup gloom – ‘Why am I doing this?’

The Red Roses superstar went from the high of a World Cup win back to the week-to-week drudgery of club rugby and admits there were times she felt really alone
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:44 am
Chaos erupts at MLB game as two former teammates are ejected for fighting each other

Reynaldo Lopez and Jorge Soler were involved in an on-field brawl during Tuesday night’s game
Published: April 8, 2026, 8:36 am
What’s the split? Why Hearts-Celtic finale sparks drama and controversy

Impossible to perfect, or predict, the Premiership’s post-split fixtures will see Hearts go to Celtic on the final day for a potential title-decider
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:57 am
Why the sequel to Arne Slot’s favourite tie could spell doom for Liverpool

Slot has repeatedly waxed lyrical about Liverpool’s tie with Paris Saint-Germain from last season - but with the Reds in dire straits, the sequel threatens to be far more painful
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:52 am
When is The Masters 2026? First-round tee times and how to watch on TV as Rory McIlroy defends title

Rory McIlroy defends his title, with Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau also tipped to win the green jacket at Augusta
Published: April 8, 2026, 7:16 am
Premier League clinches fifth Champions League spot for 2026/27 season
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An unprecedented seven English teams could make up the 36 clubs that qualify for next season’s Champions League - but five will be guaranteed
Published: April 8, 2026, 6:30 am
Arsenal do no more than is required to eke past Sporting and one question remains

Sporting CP 0-1 Arsenal: Kai Havertz’s last-gasp goal ensured Mikel Arteta’s side emerged victorious by the slimmest of margins in Lisbon
Published: April 8, 2026, 6:24 am
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