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EPL: Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich gives trustees stewardship of club amid Ukraine pressure

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has given trustees of the London side's foundation stewardship of the Premier League club, the Russian billionaire said on Saturday, amid calls in Britain that he be sanctioned over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. Abramovich, who bought the London club in 2003, said the foundation was in the "best position to look after the interests" of the club. "I have always viewed my role as a custodian of the club, whose job it is ensuring that we are as successful as we can be today, as well as build for the future, while also playing a positive role in our communities," he said in a statement.

Rafael Nadal downs Cameron Norrie in straight sets to claim fourth Acapulco title

Acapulco on Saturday, continuing his good run with a 6-4 6-4 triumph over Cameron Norrie in the final of the ATP 500 event. Nadal stormed through the Acapulco draw without dropping a set to claim his third straight title of 2022, adding to victories in an Australian Open tune-up event and the hardcourt major in Melbourne last month. The Spanish world number five has won 15 straight matches since returning from a foot issue that sidelined him for nearly six months last year.

Heaslip: England look rudderless

Ireland can take a lot of heart from England's unconvincing victory against Wales, says Jamie Heaslip.

Chelsea target not just impressing Blues officials as Gareth Southgate plans England chance

Chelsea scouts are seemingly on the same wavelength as England manager Gareth Southgate, as both parties like the look of a Wolves defender.

Chelsea ‘praying for peace’ after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Chelsea are “praying for peace” in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine following owner Roman Abramovich’s decision to step aside.

Rafael Nadal wins 15th consecutive match in 2022 to claim Mexican Open win over Cameron Norrie

Rafael Nadal continued his excellent 2022 form as he won the Mexican Open with a 6-4 6-4 win over Cameron Norrie. Nadal won his first title in Acapulco way back in 2005, and has now added to his 2013 and 2020 trophies with this year’s event. The Spaniard did not drop a set, and has won 15 consecutive matches this year.

"Complete agreement that it was the right decision” Newcastle Eagles back visa ban of Belarusian basketball team

Bosses at the Newcastle Eagles have supported a decision made by the Home Secretary to cancel the visas of the Belarusian men's basketball team who were due to play an important fixture in Newcastle on Monday.

Islam Makhachev destroys Bobby Green as he looks towards UFC title fight

Chris Bryant suggests seizing Abramovich’s assets

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EPL: Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich gives trustees stewardship of club amid Ukraine pressure

Rafael Nadal downs Cameron Norrie in straight sets to claim fourth Acapulco title

Heaslip: England look rudderless

Chelsea target not just impressing Blues officials as Gareth Southgate plans England chance

Chelsea ‘praying for peace’ after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Rafael Nadal wins 15th consecutive match in 2022 to claim Mexican Open win over Cameron Norrie

"Complete agreement that it was the right decision” Newcastle Eagles back visa ban of Belarusian basketball team

Islam Makhachev destroys Bobby Green as he looks towards UFC title fight