Tipuric ready to fight for spot

Justin Tipuric, pictured, and Sam Warburton are Warren Gatland's options at openside flanker

11:35pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

Justin Tipuric hopes Sam Warburton's selection as British and Irish Lions captain will not harm his chances of earning a Test spot against Australia.

Donald's hopes disappear in the cold

Luke Donald carded a six-over 78 at Wentworth

10:30pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

South Africa's James Kingston claimed the clubhouse lead in the weather-disrupted BMW PGA Championship as Luke Donald's bid for a third straight victory suffered a potentially fatal blow.

Kingston holds clubhouse lead

James Kingston carded seven birdies and one bogey

5:43pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

South Africa's James Kingston claimed the clubhouse lead in the BMW PGA Championship before bad weather caused play to be suspended in the first round at Wentworth.

UEFA create Europa League incentive

From 2015, the Europa League winners will qualify automatically for the following season's Champions League

5:31pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

Changes to Champions League rules agreed on Thursday could see Europe's top nations having up to five teams in UEFA's top club competition.

O'Grady issues apology

George O'Grady has apologised for 'using an inappropiate word in a live interview'

5:20pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

European Tour chief executive George O'Grady has issued an apology for using the word "coloured" when defending the decision not to sanction Sergio Garcia for a controversial remark about Tiger Woods.

Ferdinand targets further trophies

Rio Ferdinand is targeting more success with Manchester United after signing a new contract

4:40pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

Rio Ferdinand has set his sights on winning more silverware under David Moyes after signing a one-year contract extension with Manchester United.

Rosberg quickest again in Monaco

Nico Rosberg, pictured, finished 0.318 seconds ahead of team-mate Lewis Hamilton in second practice (AP)

3:38pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

Nico Rosberg is threatening to claim a third successive pole position after twice emerging the quickest man in practice for this weekend's Monaco Grand Prix.

Rauf withdrawn by ICC

Asad Rauf will not stand during the Champions Trophy

2:41pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

Pakistani umpire Asad Rauf has been withdrawn from next month's Champions Trophy by the International Cricket Council following media reports that he is under investigation by Mumbai Police.

Bramble confirms Black Cats exit

Titus Bramble, right, made 51 appearances for the Black Cats

2:34pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

Titus Bramble has confirmed he will be leaving Sunderland when his contract expires at the end of next month.

Hodgson plea to fans over chants

Roy Hodgson has been hugely impressed by the backing of the England fans.

2:34pm Thursday 23rd May 2013

Roy Hodgson has heaped praise on England fans while urging them not to sing "religious or political" songs in next week's friendly with the Republic of Ireland.



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