
Wu edges past Murphy into Shanghai semi-finals
World champion Wu Yize overcomes “a lot of mistakes” to edge past Shaun Murphy 6-5 and reach the Shanghai Masters semi-finals.
SATURDAY, 01 AUGUST 2026, 06:52

World champion Wu Yize overcomes “a lot of mistakes” to edge past Shaun Murphy 6-5 and reach the Shanghai Masters semi-finals.

Scottish Premiership giants Rangers FC have completed the signing of Bafana Bafana defender Olwethu Makhanya from Major League Soccer side Philadelphia Union.

Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly completed the signing of winger Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch FC. The 21-year-old becomes the club’s fifth signing of the current transfer window.

Southern Brave continue their unbeaten run with an 24-run win over Birmingham Phoenix at the Utilita Bowl.

England’s Emily Campbell produces a record-breaking performance in Glasgow to defend her Commonwealth Games title in the women’s +86kg weightlifting.

Harvey Elliott discusses his “tough” loan spell at Aston Villa and why he’s determined to enjoy his football again at Liverpool.

BBC Scotland takes a look at the top talking points going into the new Scottish Premiership season.

Club-record £100m signing Sandro Tonali took “10 minutes” to decide to join Tottenham after meeting manager Roberto de Zerbi.

BBC Sport NI looks at Team Northern Ireland’s wonderful Wednesday which brought a gold medal for heptathlete Kate O’Connor, silver in the 1500m swimming for Daniel O’Connor and bronze for Ellie McCartney in the women’s 200m breaststroke as well as the guarantee of at least four more boxing bronze medals.

Orlando Pirates are not only focus on the senior team but they’re also making sure that their DDC team is competitive.

Orlando Pirates fans just can’t wait to see Sebastian Pedersen in action but will he make his debut on Saturday? Ouaddou has an answer…

Steven Pressley says signing a new contract with Dundee was the “right decision”, despite “a lot of pain ahead” for the club.

The Springboks will be desperate to avoid seeing an overall 11-Test winning streak come to an end against Argentina next Saturday.

Premier League clubs agreed a funding proposal that they will put to the EFL over the next few days.

Orlando Pirates have confirmed that academy graduate Mpho Padime will inherit Relebohile Mofokeng’s iconic No 38 shirt for the 2026/27 season.

Kaizer Chiefs appear to be edging closer to securing the services of long target Langelihle Phili from Stellies.

South Africa defender Olwethu Makhanya becomes Rangers’ eighth summer signing, joining for an undisclosed fee from Philadelphia Union.

There was an unexpected timeout during last Saturday’s 5th XV match between SACS and Paul Roos Gymnasium. Take a look …

Most Valuable Promotions and the Professional Fighters League merge to create “a combat sports company for the new era”.

A mural in Warrington honouring two-time world darts champion Luke Littler surprises his grandmother after she spots it while on a local bus.

Scottish Rugby sacks its chief executive, Alex Williamson, after a months-long examination of his conduct in the role.