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Former Premier League striker Charlie Austin has helped guide AFC Totton to promotion to the National League South.The Hampshire club secured their second promotion in three seasons with a 1-0 victory over Gloucester City in the Southern League Premier Division South playoff final on Bank Holiday Monday.Ethan Taylor's second-half strike proved decisive, with Austin coming on as a late substitute to help see out the win.Austin had earlier played a […]

Trailblazing jockey Rachael Blackmore has announced her retirement from horse racing at the age of 35.The Irish rider confirmed the end of her illustrious career in a statement released today."My days of being a jockey have come to an end," Blackmore said."I feel the time is right. I'm sad but I'm also incredibly grateful for what my life has been for the past 16 years."Rachael Blackmore has announced her retirement […]

Former world No 1 Colin Lloyd has warned Luke Littler that his recent stage antics could "come back to haunt him" following incidents with darts fans in Leeds.Lloyd believes the teenage sensation is "turning into a bit of a character" but cautioned that such behaviour might provoke more hostile reactions."When you're doing stuff like that, you could get to a point where they are at you constantly, and then if […]

Barcelona staged a thrilling comeback to defeat Real Madrid 4-3 in El Clasico on Sunday, moving to the brink of the La Liga title.The Catalans overturned a two-goal deficit after Kylian Mbappe had given Madrid an early advantage with a quick-fire brace.The victory extends Barcelona's lead at the top of the standings to seven points with just three matches remaining.Hansi Flick's side now need just one more win to secure […]

Trent Alexander-Arnold faced a hostile reception from Liverpool supporters at Anfield yesterday as he was introduced as a substitute against Arsenal.The defender was met with loud jeers when he replaced Conor Bradley in a like-for-like change during the match.The negative reaction from the Anfield faithful was unmistakable, with boos clearly outnumbering cheers as Alexander-Arnold took to the pitch.The scene was particularly striking given Alexander-Arnold's status as a homegrown talent who […]

British No 1 Jack Draper found himself in hot water at the Italian Open after smashing his racket in frustration despite holding a commanding lead over qualifier Vit Kopriva.The world No 5 received a code violation after hurling his racket to the ground multiple times when he failed to convert break points.The outburst, which drew some boos from the crowd, came whilst Draper was already a set and a break […]

Christian Horner's position at the helm of Red Bull Racing appears secure despite the team's challenging start to the 2025 Formula 1 season.Reports emerged after the Miami Grand Prix linking the British team principal with a potential exit as the squad continues to struggle against a dominant McLaren outfit.However, according to recent information, Horner is not under serious pressure from Red Bull shareholders.The 51-year-old's entourage remains unconcerned about alleged threats […]

Johnny Sexton, widely regarded as arguably Ireland's greatest rugby player, has swapped the pitch for the boardroom as Chief of Staff at Ardagh Group, a global packaging company.The former fly-half enjoyed a glittering career, winning 118 caps for Ireland, five Six Nations titles and three Grand Slams.He was also named World Rugby Player of the Year and helped Leinster secure four European Rugby Champions Cups.Rather than pursuing punditry or immediate […]

Former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood could be set for a sensational return to the Premier League, with at least two clubs reportedly interested in signing the 23-year-old.The Marseille striker, who has netted 19 goals this season, is said to be "pining" for a return to his native north of England.Sources in France are increasingly convinced that Premier League teams may be weighing up an approach for the talented forward.Greenwood […]