Quiz: How much do you know about the Six Nations?
The world's oldest rugby tournament returns this weekend with an enticing open round in store. It all kicks off on Friday night as the last two Six Nations champions go head-to-head in Marseille.
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Japan's Ito leaves Asian Cup after sexual assault allegation
DOHA: Japan's football association said Thursday (Feb 1) that winger Junya Ito has left the Asian Cup in Qatar following media reports that two women had accused him of sexual assault, a claim he denies.
Italy's Allan aiming for first Rome win in Six Nations
Italy's Tommaso Allan will make his 80th international appearance when they host England in the Six Nations on Saturday and the flyhalf would love to finally experience a win in Rome.
Alpine skiing-Kilde uncertain he can return to his best after horror crash
Norwegian skier Aleksander Aamodt Kilde said on Thursday that he was unsure if he would ever return to his competitive best after his horror crash during a World Cup downhill race on the Lauberhorn course in Wengen last month.
Russell leads Scotland against Wales as Darge misses out
:Flyhalf Finn Russell will lead Scotland in their Six Nations opener against Wales in Cardiff on Saturday with co-captain Rory Darge missing out through injury, though the back row forward will return for the visit of France on Feb. 10.
Paris 2024 opening ceremony attendees estimate cut to 300,000
PARIS :The number of people set to attend the opening ceremony of this year's Olympics has been estimated at about 300,000, French Interior minister Gerald Darmanin said on Wednesday, around half as many as were previously expected.
Ringrose out for Ireland opener against France
DUBLIN : Garry Ringrose will miss Ireland's Six Nations opener against France on Friday while Jack Crowley, Joe McCarthy and Calvin Nash will make their first starts in the tournament as part an otherwise experienced side.