Djokovic slams Wimbledon for banning Russian and Belarusian players
The Serb has explained why he thinks the Wimbledon Championships should stay out of making political decisions
This time 12 months ago, Crystal Palace were stepping into an uncertain future as they prepared for life without Roy Hodgson. On the last occasion the Eagles attemped to initiate a major change in philosphy at the club, Frank de Boer replacing Sam Allardyce in south London in 2017, the revolution lasted five games and 77 days. Patrick Vieira has proved a far more successful appointment though and can reflect on an impressive first 12 months in charge after finishing 12th in the Premier League and reaching the FA Cup semi-finals.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic's long-time agent Mino Raiola died last month, and the striker found it poignant to be celebrating a title without him.
City pipped Liverpool to the Premier League title by a point after a breath-taking final day of action.
Abraham's two-goal blast against Torino took him to 17 for the campaign, which set a new record for an English striker in Italy
The Hammers are being heavily linked with the prolific striker but they are not willing to break the bank to get him on board, reports claim
Tottenham are reportedly looking into a deal for soon-to-be free agent star Ivan Perisic, who is a player Antonio Conte knows well
HAVING limited time, on a few occasions no time at all, with his players on the training ground before important games has been a persistent problem for Steve Clarke during his reign as Scotland manager.
Novak Djokovic gets the defence of his French Open title underway against Japan’s Yoshihito Nishioka at Roland Garros. After a frustrating year both on and off the court, few would have expected Djokovic to arrive in Paris as the favourite, particularly after Rafael Nadal’s success in Melbourne earlier in the season. A potential quarter-final clash against Nadal looms in the distance, though that will not be the focus for Djokovic yet as he looks to make his way through the opening rounds.
People had a good time at the Spanish GP, but leaving was a bit of a struggle.
David Moyes says he is determined to help West Ham grow on and off the pitch. The Irons reached the Europa League semi-finals this season, losing to eventual winners Eintracht Frankfurt. Another crack at European football again next term has already been secured ahead of the final Premier League campaign at Brighton on Sunday.
Wallaby fly-half James O’Connor is likely to miss the rest of the Reds’ Super Rugby Pacific season after suffering a low grade hamstring tear.
The Football Association has warned it will clamp down on the "rise in anti-social behaviour" after players and fans were put "at great risk" by the recent spate of pitch invasions.
Humphries, who beat Cross in the final of last week's Czech Darts Open, once again downed the former world champion with a dramatic 8-7 victory. As well as claiming another piece of silverware, Humphries also bagged £25,000 as he continues to impress on the continental tour. Cross, who was looking to avenge his defeat in Prague, took his opponent to a deciding leg, but ultimately fell short as Cool Hand Luke claimed his fourth tournament win of 2022.
Owen Farrell can help unlock Marcus Smith’s true potential in an England shirt, assistant coach Martin Gleeson believes after holding attack-focused meetings with the two No 10s.
Saka has played in every Premier League game for Arsenal this season, the youngest to do so since Fabregas
The defender has flourished under Antonio Conte to take Spurs to the verge of a Champions League spot, having been made a scapegoat for the club’s struggles by José Mourinho
While Lionel Messi has experienced an up-and-down first campaign with Paris Saint-Germain, he is hopeful of better things next term.
The 2022 Premier League Winners are interviewed on stage in front of their fans.
Dan Evans also won his first-round match, but Harriet Dart and Heather Watson went out
Rafael Nadal won the Australian Open at the start of the year, but can he add a 14th French Open title? And will Iga Swiatek win a second?