Canter secures record third victory at Badminton
Britain's Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo become the first rider and horse combination to win the Badminton Horse Trials three times.

Britain's Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo become the first rider and horse combination to win the Badminton Horse Trials three times.

England began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-2 victory against Croatia in Dallas. Harry Kane and Noni Madueke were standout performers, with Kane scoring twice and Madueke earning a penalty. Jude Bellingham also scored a crucial goal to put England ahead.

Rico Verhoeven's appeal against his defeat by Oleksandr Usyk has been dismissed. An appeal commission ruled that while the bell ending round 11 had sounded before the referee stopped the fight, this did not alter the outcome. Verhoeven expressed disappointment, feeling fans were denied a definitive ending.

Ombudsman secured a second consecutive Prince of Wales's Stakes victory at Royal Ascot with a dominant performance. The 11-10 favorite, ridden by William Buick, pulled away decisively to win by four lengths, marking a significant achievement for the horse and its trainers.

Top footballers have undergone a radical transformation in their bodies over the past 50 years, becoming taller, leaner, and faster. This evolution is driven by changes in game tactics, improved pitches, and advances in sports science, enabling players to perform at higher intensities for longer periods.

Derek McInnes has been appointed as the new manager of Rangers on a three-year contract, following a compensation deal with Hearts. The 54-year-old replaces Danny Rohl and brings extensive Scottish league experience to Ibrox.

Midfielder Bernardo Silva, 31, has signed a two-year deal with Real Madrid as a free transfer after leaving Manchester City. He joins manager Jose Mourinho at the Spanish club, which is looking to improve after a trophy-less season.