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Dyer Inspires Youth Ahead of UFC Debut with Powerful Message
Shanelle Dyer is using her UFC platform to show young people they can "make it out too" after growing up in a neighbourhood affected by knife crime in west London.

'We have more work to do', says Canada negotiator as US trade deadline looms
Negotiations to finalise a deal between the US and Canada are going down to the wire ahead of a Friday night deadline.

George Russell Grabs Sprint Race Pole at Dutch Grand Prix
Mercedes' George Russell secures pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix sprint race, ahead of Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc.

Iraola concerned over winger shortage ahead of season opener
Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola believes his side don't have enough wide players for the start of the season - but is confident he will find a solution.

George Russell Claims Pole for Dutch GP Sprint Event
Mercedes' George Russell secures pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix sprint race, ahead of Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc.

Antonelli Sets the Pace Ahead of Norris at Zandvoort
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli heads McLaren's Lando Norris in practice at the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort.

Met Office warns of record-breaking El Niño event ahead
Scientists say the growing El Niño weather pattern is an "unprecedented event" and means 2027 is likely to be the world's hottest year on record.

Why first 10 days of new season could tell us a lot about Man Utd
The first 10 days of the new Premier League season could tell us a lot about what lies ahead for Manchester United.

Canada and US say they are finalising a trade deal
Prime Minister Carney hailed "significant progress" in trade talks as the two countries seek to hammer out final details ahead of a new weekend tariff deadline.

Canada and US say they are finalising a trade deal, but details remain murky
Prime Minister Carney hailed "significant progress" in trade talks as the two countries seek to hammer out final details ahead of a new weekend tariff deadline.

Sabalenka cruises ahead while Medvedev falters in fiery loss
Aryna Sabalenka needs just 54 minutes to reach the Cincinnati Open fourth round - but Daniil Medvedev's frustrations boil over after he misses three match points in surprise defeat.

How important is Community Shield to a team's season?
Premier League champions Arsenal take on FA Cup winners Manchester City in Sunday's Community Shield - but would winning suggest a successful season ahead?

'Absolutely miles ahead!' GB women win brilliant relay gold
Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith, Amy Hunt, Success Eduan and Imani-Lara Lansiquot dominate the 4x100m relay to win a brilliant gold.

'Pressure will follow him' - Rocky Flintoff faces up to tests ahead
With one former England coach calling for Rocky Flintoff to be "fast-tracked" to international cricket, what should be next for the talented teenager?

Hughes takes silver as Ansah wins 200m gold
Germany's Owen Ansah wins 200m gold in a time of 19.95 seconds, ahead of Great Britain's Zharnel Hughes who takes silver.

'At school I sold backflips for 50p' - GB gymnasts take on honesty cards
British gymnastics stars reveal their unfiltered truths as they take on BBC Sport's Honesty Cards ahead of the 2026 European Gymnastics Championships.

Werro's resilience tested after semifinal fall ahead of 800m final
Having suffered a fall in the 800m semi-finals, Audrey Werro may have to contend with physical and mental consequences in the finals as she faces stiff competition in Keely Hodgkinson and Femke Broeders-Bol.

UK economy sees growth but faces looming uncertainties ahead
The UK economy grew by 0.4% with some firms reporting hot weather and sports helped growth in June.

'I'd never watched the Olympics' - Evans on gymnastics fame
British gymnast Ruby Evans speaks to BBC Sport about how she copes with fame and followers ahead of the 2026 European Artistic Gymastics Championships.

New Zealand PM survives second leadership challenge ahead of election
Christopher Luxon says he has "full support" of his party, after a vote of confidence 12 weeks before a general election.

Glave wins 100m gold ahead of Azu in stunning GB one-two
Great Britain's Romell Glave wins the men's 100m gold medal and is joined by compatriot Jeremiah Azu on the podium, who finishes in second place at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.