Aryna Sabalenka began the defence of her US Open title with a battling win – but the most popular victory of the opening day went to young Filipina Alexandra Eala.

Brazil are determined to show their attacking flair at the Rugby World Cup, despite a difficult 66-6 defeat on debut against South Africa.

Amorim’s new £200million frontline of Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo have yet to contribute a goal since joining the club.

A record half a million people have received a dementia diagnosis on the NHS, figures show. NHS figures published this week show 506,549 people have received a formal dementia diagnosis, compared with ...

Crystal Palace face an investigation from the Football Association after their fans held up a graphic banner about Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis during Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Selhurst Park ...

Sightings of great white sharks are on the rise in the waters off the north-east coast of the United States – an area where ...

South Africa head coach Swys de Bruin insisted his side must improve if they are to progress at the Rugby World Cup, despite a comprehensive ...

A corgi named Amigo, sporting a factory-themed costume complete with two tiny chimneys and “Fur Factory” lettering, was named ...

Barca were trailing 2-0 when Rashford was taken off at half-time before Pedri, Ferran Torres and Unai Elgezabal’s last-gasp ...

A one-off set of pen, ink and watercolour sketches of the English playwright can be seen at the Charles Dickens Museum in ...

Fernandes collided with the official when he had started his penalty routine and then skied his kick in the 1-1 draw at Fulham.

But while it remains unclear when Saka will return to the fold, the early indications are thought to be positive for the 23-year-old – and it is understood that it is not anticipated he will be ...