MLB
Rays eliminate Yankees after Mesa homer and fan-interference review
Tampa Bay won Game 3 by a 4-3 score to complete an ALDS sweep. A replay decision denied New York a tying home run.
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Singapore Grand Prix declared heat hazard as Mercedes opt out of cooling system
Singapore becomes the fourth Formula 1 race designated a heat hazard this season. Mercedes will not use the optional driver-cooling system, citing the resources needed to make it effective throughout a race.
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Dream edge Liberty in overtime to move one win from WNBA Finals
Atlanta beat New York 101-98 to take a 2-0 semifinal lead. Angel Reese and Jordin Canada each scored 23 points.
Staff Oct 8, 2026
Football
BBC investigation traces official football shirts to low-paid Cambodian workers
BBC Sport traced official club shirts to two Cambodian factories where workers described low pay, heat and production pressure. Adidas and one supplier defended their workplace practices.
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Susanne Callin reflects on second European Top Fuel title in BBC report
Susanne Callin has discussed her second successive European Top Fuel championship in a new BBC report. Her September victory extended female drivers’ winning run in the competition to four years.
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Australian Open announces 700 extra seats and day-pass cap for 2027
Andrew Abdo has announced additional seating, more shade and plans to cap day-pass sales at the 2027 Australian Open. The changes follow record ticket sales and concerns over queues at Melbourne Park.
Staff Oct 8, 2026
Football
BBC investigation examines pay and conditions at football shirt factories
BBC Sport traced official club shirts to two Cambodian factories, reporting low basic pay and workers’ concerns about conditions.
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Australia select Isaac Henry as All Blacks lose Mo’unga for Bledisloe series
Isaac Henry returns to Australia’s starting side while Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii stays on the wing. New Zealand have lost Richie Mo’unga to a calf injury for both Bledisloe Cup Tests.
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Wallabies recall Isaac Henry and retain Suaalii on wing in Bledisloe team announcement
Isaac Henry replaces the suspended Hunter Paisami as Australia's only new starter. New Zealand have selected Damian McKenzie at flyhalf amid injuries to Ruben Love and Richie Mo'unga.
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Wallabies recall Isaac Henry as All Blacks reshuffle injury-hit backline
Isaac Henry is Australia's only starting change for the Bledisloe Cup opener. New Zealand have moved Damian McKenzie to fly-half and recalled Beauden and Scott Barrett to the starting side.
Staff Oct 8, 2026
Cricket
Travis Head defends Australia batting as former players question standards
Travis Head says criticism of Australia’s Test batters overlooks changing conditions. The vice-captain pointed to tougher pitches and falling batting averages while defending the current squad.
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Bochum bans coordinated jumping in East Stand after vibration report
Bochum has restricted coordinated jumping in four Ruhrstadion sections while allowing goal celebrations. Persistent breaches could lead to match abandonment or closure of the stand.
Staff Oct 8, 2026
Football
Lawrence Shankland hopes for January Rangers return after hamstring surgery
Rangers captain Lawrence Shankland says his recovery is progressing after hamstring surgery. He hopes to return in January but has not set a firm comeback date.
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Travis Head defends Australia batters and Maddinson recall after criticism
Travis Head has challenged criticism of Australia’s Test batting, pointing to tougher conditions and defending the value of experienced selections.
Staff Oct 8, 2026
Cricket
Travis Head defends Australia's Test batters against former players' criticism
Travis Head says tougher batting conditions complicate comparisons across generations as he responds to criticism of Australia's Test side.
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Brendan Venter challenges Prem Rugby media obligations after Saracens fine
Brendan Venter has criticised compulsory media duties after appearing alongside Saracens head coach Joe Shaw. The dispute follows a £5,000 fine over his absence from the league's pre-season launch.
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Lawrence Shankland targets January return as Rangers recovery progresses
Rangers captain Lawrence Shankland says his hamstring is healing after surgery and hopes to return in January, although no firm comeback date has been set.
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Shankland targets January Rangers return as hamstring recovery progresses
Lawrence Shankland hopes to return around January after hamstring surgery. The Rangers captain reports encouraging progress but says there is no fixed comeback date.
Staff Oct 7, 2026
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Travis Head challenges former players’ criticism of Australia’s Test batting
Travis Head says criticism of Australia’s batters overlooks how playing conditions have changed. The vice-captain defended the current squad without naming individual critics.
Staff Oct 7, 2026
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Savage calls for Peterborough mentality shift after four-goal Trophy burst
Robbie Savage urged Peterborough to impose their own game after a 4-1 win over Ipswich Town Under-21s. Four goals in nine minutes helped secure a place in the EFL Trophy last 32.
Staff Oct 7, 2026
Golf
Jon Rahm rejects LIV 2.0 terms as lawyers negotiate departure
Jon Rahm’s lawyer told a bankruptcy hearing that the golfer will not participate in LIV 2.0. His representatives are negotiating a separation as the circuit pursues restructuring.
Staff Oct 7, 2026
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Travis Head defends Australia batting and Maddinson recall after criticism
Travis Head has defended Australia’s Test players and Nic Maddinson’s recall following criticism from former internationals. Coach Andrew McDonald has also backed the batting unit’s recent record.
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Wrexham wins approval for 2,250 extra seats in new Kop Stand
Wrexham can expand its new Kop Stand to 7,750 seats after council approval. The redevelopment is expected to lift the Racecourse Ground capacity above 18,000.
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LPGA unveils 2027 schedule with record prize fund and reduced travel
The LPGA announced 33 events for 2027, with more than $147 million in prize money. The revised schedule reduces travel and adds consecutive tournaments in Hawaii.
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Sheffield United expect to avoid points penalty as Bettis limits January spending hopes
Stephen Bettis says legal advice supports Sheffield United avoiding a points deduction, but the EFL investigation remains open. He also says only part of the summer transfer income will be available for new players.
Staff Oct 7, 2026
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Scott McTominay cleared to rejoin Napoli training after heart procedure
Napoli say Scott McTominay has passed medical tests and resumed group training after his September heart procedure. A return against Frosinone has not been confirmed.
Staff Oct 7, 2026
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David Silva ends retirement at 40 to join Hong Kong club Sha Tin
The former Manchester City and Spain midfielder is returning to football, with Sha Tin planning a training and fitness programme before his debut.
Staff Oct 7, 2026
Football
Ramon Vega announces FIFA presidential bid with governance reform pledge
Former Switzerland defender Ramon Vega intends to challenge Gianni Infantino in next year’s FIFA election. His proposed reforms include stronger independent oversight and greater attention to player welfare.
Staff Oct 7, 2026
Football
Bochum bans coordinated jumping in East Stand after vibration assessment
Bochum will keep the Ruhrstadion's East Stand open at full capacity under a new ban on coordinated jumping. Ordinary goal celebrations remain permitted.
Staff Oct 7, 2026
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Dylan Lawlor targets November Wales return after Cardiff injury comeback
Dylan Lawlor is aiming to regain fitness for Wales’ November internationals after returning to action for Cardiff. A knee injury sustained in June kept the defender out of pre-season and the opening weeks of the Championship campaign.
Staff Oct 7, 2026