Zhao leads but Williams fights back in compelling Crucible final
Zhao Xintong holds an 11-6 lead after three-time winner Mark Williams steadied the ship on day one of the World Championship final.
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Williams, 50, defeats Trump in semi-final to make Crucible history
Three-time champion Mark Williams produces a vintage display to defeat world number one Judd Trump 17-14, becoming the oldest ever player to reach a World Championship final.
How to watch the 2025 Kentucky Derby for free—and without cable
Put on that floppy brimmed hat! It’s Derby Day.
Olympic 100m medallist Kerley arrested in Miami
Two-time Olympic 100m medallist Fred Kerley is arrested in Miami for allegedly punching former partner Alaysha Johnson, according to police.
O’Sullivan loses session 8-0 as Zhao dazzles at Crucible
Zhao Xintong produces a scintillating display of potting to open up a 12-4 lead against seven-time winner Ronnie O'Sullivan in their World Championship semi-final.
FA bars transgender women from women’s football
Transgender women will no longer be able to play in women's football in England following a policy change from the Football Association.
O’Sullivan moves past Si to reach Crucible last four
Ronnie O'Sullivan books his place in the World Championship semi-finals with a 13-9 win over Si Jiahui as he maintains his bid for record eighth title in the modern era.
PSG pass masters make Rice and Arsenal’s fears come true
PSG's pass masters make Declan Rice's fears come true as Arsenal struggle to keep Champions League hopes alive, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
How Arteta, Enrique and Flick are inspired by Guardiola
Pep Guardiola's Manchester City may have been knocked out, but his influence can still be felt in the Champions League semi-finals, says Guillem Balague.
