
Alcaraz wins ‘difficult’ first match since Melbourne win
Carlos Alcaraz says he had to get through some “difficult moments” in a 6-4 7-6 (7-5) win against Arthur Rinderknech in the Qatar Open first round.
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Carlos Alcaraz says he had to get through some “difficult moments” in a 6-4 7-6 (7-5) win against Arthur Rinderknech in the Qatar Open first round.

Former Orlando Pirates defender Olisa Ndah has signed with Stellenbosch FC. He becomes the fourth Nigerian to represent Stellies.

Scotland’s T20 World Cup campaign finishes on a low note as Nepal chase down 170 in a thrilling contest at the Wankhede Stadium to claim their first victory on this stage since 2014.

Birmingham City’s owners take over the women’s team, with England legend Karen Carney among the minority investors.
Henry Pollock has been handed his first England start after Steve Borthwick made three changes for Ireland’s Six Nations visit to Twickenham.

Orlando Pirates will face Mamelodi Sundowns without four players. The Buccaneers listed their top defender as one of the players injured.

Former Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says he does not think Edwin Edogbo “paid too much attention” to the racist abuse following his international debut.

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Watch Dipendra Singh Airee’s match-winning 50 for Nepal who beat Scotland by seven wickets in a thrilling contest at the T20 World Cup, to claim their first victory on this stage since 2014.

The 2024 Grand National winner I Am Maximus heads the weights for this year’s race at Aintree on 11 April.

Arsenal will increase season ticket prices by 3.9% and introduce safe standing at Emirates Stadium from next season.

A former Sharks scrumhalf is poised for Durban return as JP Pietersen finalises coaching structure for next season.

Orlando Pirates midfielder Makhehlene Makhaula insists Wednesday’s clash with Mamelodi Sundowns will not decide the league.

Henry Pollock is handed his first Test start as Steve Borthwick makes three changes to his starting XV for England’s Six Nations match against Ireland on Saturday.

Vincent Koch says Sharks are refreshed and driven to overturn January heartbreak against Lions in pivotal URC encounter.

Danny Wilson says it was never going to be a “smooth ride” for Wales in the Six Nations.

New Tottenham Hotspur interim manager Igor Tudor says “nobody can accept” the club’s current position.

BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team explains how the commentary in best-selling football video game EA FC 26 is put together.

After Coventry’s win over Middlesbrough took them top of the Championship, where do both sides go from here?

Republic of Ireland women’s manager Carla Ward said she would be “supportive” of her players if they had concerns over facing Israel.