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Michael Oliver referees Chelsea-Brighton second half without radio contact
Soccer

Michael Oliver referees Chelsea-Brighton second half without radio contact

A communications failure left referee Michael Oliver and the match officials without their normal radio link for the second half of Chelsea’s 4-3 win over Brighton. VAR continued through a backup watch-messaging system.

Staff August 31, 2026
Durham Complete Ten-Wicket Win to Stretch Division Two Lead
Cricket

Durham Complete Ten-Wicket Win to Stretch Division Two Lead

Durham needed only six balls on the final morning to finish a ten-wicket victory over Gloucestershire at Chester-le-Street. The result left the Division Two leaders 40 points clear with four rounds remaining.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Emery Calls Aston Villa-Chelsea Transfer Link Strictly Business
Soccer

Emery Calls Aston Villa-Chelsea Transfer Link Strictly Business

Unai Emery says Aston Villa and Chelsea's frequent transfer dealings reflect business decisions rather than a special relationship. Eight permanent or loan moves have taken place between the clubs in four years.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Matthew Potts Seals Durham Win as Division Two Lead Reaches 40 Points
Cricket

Matthew Potts Seals Durham Win as Division Two Lead Reaches 40 Points

Matthew Potts hit the winning boundary as Durham completed a 10-wicket victory over Gloucestershire at Chester-le-Street. The result left Durham 40 points clear at the top of County Championship Division Two with four rounds remaining.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Enric Mas Wins Vuelta Stage Nine and Extends Overall Lead
Cycling

Enric Mas Wins Vuelta Stage Nine and Extends Overall Lead

Enric Mas won the Vuelta a Espana's ninth stage at the summit of Aitana and increased his general-classification lead to one minute 18 seconds. Britain's Oscar Onley finished second on the stage and moved closer to the overall podium.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Itauma Vows to Return After Hrgovic Ends IBF Heavyweight Bid
Boxing

Itauma Vows to Return After Hrgovic Ends IBF Heavyweight Bid

Moses Itauma has pledged to return after Filip Hrgovic stopped his bid for the vacant IBF heavyweight title in London. The 21-year-old was taken to hospital for precautionary checks and released overnight.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Mariano Navone Stuns Novak Djokovic in US Open First Round
Tennis

Mariano Navone Stuns Novak Djokovic in US Open First Round

Mariano Navone defeated Novak Djokovic in five sets to hand the 24-time Grand Slam champion his first opening-round loss at the US Open. Djokovic struggled physically during the match at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Pegula and Medvedev Advance as Van Assche Ousts Norrie at US Open
Tennis

Pegula and Medvedev Advance as Van Assche Ousts Norrie at US Open

Jessica Pegula, Daniil Medvedev and Katie Boulter moved into the US Open second round, while Luca van Assche rallied past 29th seed Cameron Norrie on the opening day at Flushing Meadows.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Durham Move 40 Points Clear After 10-Wicket Gloucestershire Win
Cricket

Durham Move 40 Points Clear After 10-Wicket Gloucestershire Win

Durham completed a 10-wicket victory over Gloucestershire to open a 40-point lead in County Championship Division Two. Their win was the only positive result in a rain-affected round.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
NBL Asks FIBA to Consider Three-Point Dunks and Four-Point Shots Trial
Basketball

NBL Asks FIBA to Consider Three-Point Dunks and Four-Point Shots Trial

Australia's NBL has proposed testing three-point dunks and four-point shots from mid-court. Basketball Australia has referred the idea to FIBA after the approval timeline ruled out a trial at this week's NBL Blitz.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Moses Itauma Released From Hospital After Hrgovic Title Defeat
Boxing

Moses Itauma Released From Hospital After Hrgovic Title Defeat

Moses Itauma was released from hospital after precautionary checks following his ninth-round defeat by Filip Hrgovic. The 21-year-old said he would learn from his first professional loss.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Broken printer forces Ballyspallen to concede rain-hit match to Eglinton
Cricket

Broken printer forces Ballyspallen to concede rain-hit match to Eglinton

Ballyspallen had to concede a rain-interrupted North West Cricket Union Premier League match after a broken printer prevented the required DLS sheet from being produced. Eglinton were awarded victory with the hosts 19 without loss in their chase of 160.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Filip Hrgovic stops Moses Itauma in ninth-round IBF title fight
Boxing

Filip Hrgovic stops Moses Itauma in ninth-round IBF title fight

Filip Hrgovic defeated Moses Itauma in the ninth round of their vacant IBF heavyweight title fight in London. Itauma was taken to hospital for precautionary checks and released overnight.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Moses Itauma Vows Return After Filip Hrgovic Ends Unbeaten Run
Boxing

Moses Itauma Vows Return After Filip Hrgovic Ends Unbeaten Run

Moses Itauma has pledged to return after Filip Hrgovic stopped him in the ninth round of their vacant IBF heavyweight title fight in London. The defeat was the first of the 21-year-old Briton's professional career.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Casandra Alexander wins Women's Irish Open by three shots at K Club
Golf

Casandra Alexander wins Women's Irish Open by three shots at K Club

Casandra Alexander finished 20 under par to win the Women's Irish Open by three shots at the K Club. The victory extended her lead atop the Ladies European Tour Order of Merit.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Filip Hrgovic Beats Moses Itauma to Claim Vacant IBF Heavyweight Title
Boxing

Filip Hrgovic Beats Moses Itauma to Claim Vacant IBF Heavyweight Title

Filip Hrgovic stopped Moses Itauma in the ninth round at London's O2 Arena to win the vacant IBF heavyweight title. Itauma was released from hospital after precautionary checks following his first professional defeat.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Palmer seals seven-goal thriller as Chelsea edge Brighton
News

Palmer seals seven-goal thriller as Chelsea edge Brighton

Cole Palmer scored the decisive goal as Chelsea survived Brighton’s comeback to win 4-3 at Stamford Bridge. The victory gave Xabi Alonso two wins from his first two Premier League matches in charge.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Joe Dean Storms Back to Win British Masters for First DP World Tour Title
Golf

Joe Dean Storms Back to Win British Masters for First DP World Tour Title

Joe Dean overturned a seven-shot deficit with a bogey-free 63 at The Belfry, winning the British Masters by three strokes for his first DP World Tour title. The Englishman finished 14 under after a final round featuring nine birdies.

Staff Aug 31, 2026
Moses Itauma Released From Hospital After Hrgovic Stoppage
News

Moses Itauma Released From Hospital After Hrgovic Stoppage

Moses Itauma was released from hospital after precautionary checks following his ninth-round defeat by Filip Hrgovic. The British heavyweight said he would return after falling short in his first world-title challenge.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Toby Samuel Claims First Grand Slam Win on US Open Debut
Tennis

Toby Samuel Claims First Grand Slam Win on US Open Debut

British qualifier Toby Samuel defeated Tomas Machac in straight sets to earn his first Grand Slam main-draw victory. The 23-year-old will face 18th seed Jiri Lehecka in the US Open second round.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Scottie Scheffler Wins Second FedEx Cup Title in Atlanta
Golf

Scottie Scheffler Wins Second FedEx Cup Title in Atlanta

Scottie Scheffler overturned a three-shot final-round deficit with a 66 to win the Tour Championship by three strokes. The victory gave the world number one his second FedEx Cup title.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Rain Denies Hampshire Victory Push Against Glamorgan in Cardiff
County Championship

Rain Denies Hampshire Victory Push Against Glamorgan in Cardiff

Hampshire reduced Glamorgan to 21-3 after setting a target of 302, but heavy rain ended their push for a County Championship victory in Cardiff. Both Division One sides took 11 points from the draw.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Arsenal ask Premier League to expand 20-player matchday squads
Premier League

Arsenal ask Premier League to expand 20-player matchday squads

Arsenal have asked the Premier League to allow larger matchday squads, with manager Mikel Arteta arguing that the current 20-player limit affects player welfare. He pointed to the larger groups permitted in Spain and Italy as evidence that England's rules could change.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Aaron Donald Ends Retirement to Rejoin Los Angeles Rams
NFL

Aaron Donald Ends Retirement to Rejoin Los Angeles Rams

Aaron Donald is returning to the Los Angeles Rams after more than two years in retirement. The decorated defensive tackle rejoins the only NFL franchise he has represented ahead of the 2026 season.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Ollie Watkins Completes £51m Al-Hilal Move After Six Years at Aston Villa
Transfers

Ollie Watkins Completes £51m Al-Hilal Move After Six Years at Aston Villa

Ollie Watkins has joined Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal from Aston Villa in a £51m transfer. The England striker leaves as Villa's record Premier League scorer and has signed a three-year contract.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Ollie Watkins leaves Aston Villa for Al-Hilal in £51m transfer
Transfers

Ollie Watkins leaves Aston Villa for Al-Hilal in £51m transfer

Ollie Watkins has joined Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal from Aston Villa in a £51m deal. The England striker leaves as Villa's record Premier League scorer after six seasons at the club.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Isidor's 75th-minute strike earns Sunderland 1-0 win over Fulham
News

Isidor's 75th-minute strike earns Sunderland 1-0 win over Fulham

Wilson Isidor came off the bench to score the only goal as Sunderland beat Fulham 1-0 at the Stadium of Light. The victory gave Sunderland their first points of the Premier League season.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Messi Scores Four as Inter Miami Rout CF Montreal 7-1
News

Messi Scores Four as Inter Miami Rout CF Montreal 7-1

Lionel Messi scored four goals and supplied an assist as Inter Miami beat CF Montreal 7-1, ending a five-game winless run across all competitions. The performance moved Messi to the top of the MLS scoring chart with 18 goals this season.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Bellingham Leads Real Madrid Past Málaga in 4-0 Win
soccer

Bellingham Leads Real Madrid Past Málaga in 4-0 Win

Jude Bellingham opened the scoring as Real Madrid beat promoted Málaga 4-0 at the Bernabéu. The result gave Madrid nine points from their first three La Liga matches.

Staff Aug 30, 2026
Casandra Alexander Wins Women's Irish Open by Three Shots
Golf

Casandra Alexander Wins Women's Irish Open by Three Shots

Casandra Alexander finished 20 under par at the K Club to secure a three-shot Women's Irish Open victory. The result was the South African's second Ladies European Tour title and strengthened her Order of Merit lead.

Staff Aug 30, 2026