McHaffie try gives Edinburgh 17-13 win over Stormers
Rory McHaffie scored the decisive try on his home debut as Edinburgh beat Stormers 17-13. The result gave Edinburgh two wins from their opening two United Rugby Championship matches.
Tom Bowen scored twice as Cardiff claimed a six-try URC victory at the Arms Park. Zebre's late response earned the visitors a try bonus point.
Tom Bowen scored two of Cardiff’s six tries in a 40-27 victory over Zebre. A late three-try response earned the visitors a bonus point at the Arms Park.
Dame Meg Hillier has asked HMRC about the tax implications of findings against Manchester City, with a response requested by October 15. City deny wrongdoing and have lodged an appeal.
Rui Pinto says Portugal will end his witness protection on 10 October, prompting him to relocate. His lawyers warned of heightened risk while proceedings linked to Football Leaks remain active.
The NFL has suspended San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York for six games over a personal conduct policy violation. Three games have been credited as served, making him eligible to return on October 20.
Claimants in rugby's brain-injury litigation face £2.8m in defendants' legal costs, The Guardian reports. Hundreds of cases can proceed only if payment and disclosure conditions are met.