Pinto became part of Portugal’s witness protection programme in 2020 after agreeing to co-operate with authorities and provide files obtained through the Football Leaks operation. He posted on X on Friday, external that the decision to terminate his participation in the programme on 10 October has put him in a “life-threatening situation”. The 37-year-old said…
Aryna Sabalenka said she was “trying so hard to be easier on myself” as she began her China Open campaign with victory over Renata Zarazua. World number two Sabalenka hit 11 aces and did not face a break point in a 6-1 6-3 victory over the Mexican. The Belarusian needed just 63 minutes to win…
Tom Kim topped the men’s leaderboard after the third round at the Asian Games as he seeks a gold medal that will significantly reduce the time he is required to spend in South Korea’s military. Having started two shots off the lead, Kim hit a brilliant five-under 65 that included five birdies and an eagle,…
In an attempt to clarify the PM’s position, a No 10 spokesperson added: “He also stressed that it is an ongoing independent process. It is essential that it is allowed to run its course and the outcome respected. “Wherever wrongdoing is established, those responsible should face the appropriate consequences.” Man City deny any wrongdoing and…
Former Wales striker Bellamy, who was appointed national boss in July 2024, faced criticism from some fans after holding talks over a potential move to Burnley in June. In a lengthy news conference after the Norway triumph, he said he feels people “could be kinder to each other” after revealing the negativity aimed at him…
Manchester City will claim as part of their appeal that key sponsorship deals were funded by the Abu Dhabi government, rather than the club’s owners. Owners Abu Dhabi United Group (ADUG) – a private investment company belonging to United Arab Emirates vice-president and deputy prime minister Sheikh Mansour – are said to have topped up…
Leg-spinner Mason Crane could play for England for the first time in eight years after being recalled for the one-day international tri-series in Pakistan. The 29-year-old won his only Test cap against Australia in Sydney in 2018 and is now given an opportunity in the series which also involves Sri Lanka next month. Crane, who…
A Michael Jordan jersey from his ‘Last Dance’ season has sold for $12.3m (ยฃ9.3m), a record for a piece of Jordan memorabilia. The jersey was worn in game three of the 1998 NBA Finals in his last season with the Chicago Bulls. Jordan helped the Bulls win the series 4-2 for his sixth and final…
Chelsea have a penalty overturned by VAR, while Lauren James and Maika Hamano come close to scoring a winner during their 0-0 draw away at Lyon in the Champions League. MATCH REPORT: Champions League – OL Lyonnes 0-0 Chelsea Available to UK users only. Source link
Somerset pair Craig Overton and Sophie Luff have won the top prizes at the Professional Cricketers’ Association awards. Overton, the men’s player of the year, had a stellar season across formats as Somerset just missed out on a first County Championship title and reached the semi-finals of the T20 Blast. Luff becomes the first winner…
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