Ian Rush has backed Andoni Iraola to succeed at Liverpool if the club gives him time. The new head coach’s first competitive test is scheduled for 23 August against Newcastle United.
IndyCar’s upcoming IR28 has reopened the question of whether the series should add power steering. Veteran drivers are weighing a safety argument against one of the championship’s defining physical challenges.
Commanders rookie linebacker Sonny Styles is reportedly off to a strong start in training camp. Dan Quinn has given him advice as Washington evaluates how quickly the rookie can settle into NFL work.
Michael Adams lost his first British Championship game since 1988, ending an 87-game unbeaten run. Rising Ukrainian talent Svyatoslav Bazakutsa beat him in round four after a 60-move rook endgame.
Ben Stanway's surprise new contract has been framed by Mark Wilson as a sign of Partick Thistle's Premiership ambition. The timing matters, with Livingston visiting in Friday's live BBC Scotland match.
NFL fans criticised Cris Collinsworth after he compared Carson Beck to Bo Nix during the Hall of Fame game broadcast. The preseason opener featured Arizona against Carolina, with backups leading the offenses while Bryce Young and Jacoby Brissett sat out.
