Ecclestone would 'take a bullet' for Putin
Former Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone has said he would "take a bullet" for Russian President Vladimir Putin and described him as "a first-class person".
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RTÉ Rugby podcast: Ireland team named for All Blacks Test
Neil Treacy is joined by Bernard Jackman, Donal Lenihan and Michael Corcoran, as Ireland head coach Andy Farrell names his team for Saturday's first Test with New Zealand at Eden Park.
Police search Bahrain Victorious hotel ahead of Tour de France
Danish police carried out a search at the hotel of cycling team Bahrain Victorious at the request of French authorities, Copenhagen Police said in a statement on the eve of the Tour de France Grand Depart.
Israel Folau back in test rugby after Tonga selection
Israel Folau will return to test rugby for the first since he was sacked by Rugby Australia three years ago when Tonga take on Fiji in the Pacific Nations Cup on Saturday.
Women's Euro 2022 likely to be most competitive ever - Lisa Fallon
The upcoming Women's Euro 2022 is likely to be the most competitive in the tournament's history, according to coach, analyst and former player Lisa Fallon.
Kent's Guy Williams excels on familiar turf with victory on Rouge de Ravel in Al Shira'aa Hickstead Derby Meeting
Hickstead has long been a happy hunting ground for Guy Williams, who recorded the first British international victory of the week at the Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting.
Daniel Bell-Drummond hits second century in match as Surrey (673-7dec) drew with Kent (331 & 361-4) in County Championship at The Oval
Daniel Bell-Drummond scored his second hundred of the match as Kent batted out the final day to earn a creditable draw with LV= Insurance County Championship Division 1 leaders Surrey on Wednesday.
Tonbridge Angels manager Jay Saunders on summer arrivals Emmanuel Maja and Femi Akinwande
Tonbridge boss Jay Saunders reckons attack-minded recruits Emmanuel Maja and Femi Akinwande will offer something different to his squad.