We’re a soft touch – Barry Hearn wants tougher punishments for protesters
Former World Snooker chairman Barry Hearn has called for tougher punishments for protesters after play was disrupted at the World Championship in Sheffield.
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Football rumours: Declan Rice among four ‘elite’ players targeted by Newcastle
England midfielder Declan Rice, 24, is among four “elite” players being targeted by Newcastle this summer as the club’s owners reassess their recruitment strategy after an excellent season under Eddie Howe. The Telegraph adds the Magpies are also considering Leicester midfielder James Maddison, 26, and 27-year-old Brentford forward Ivan Toney.
Carlo Ancelotti: Chelsea will see Real Madrid tie as opportunity to save season
Carlo Ancelotti warned that Chelsea will see their Champions League quarter-final second-leg meeting against his Real Madrid side as a “great opportunity” to turn a disappointing season around.
Mohamed Salah and Diogo Jota both score twice as Liverpool thump Leeds
Mohamed Salah and Diogo Jota both struck twice as Liverpool snapped their five-game winless run with a resounding 6-1 victory at relegation-haunted Leeds.
Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Jr fined for pre-fight exchanges
Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Jr have been fined unspecified amounts for the ugly exchange of words they shared ahead of their grudge middleweight bout earlier this year.
George Ford says Sale need ‘a finals mindset’ in bid to end 17-year title wait
George Ford has highlighted the importance of “a finals mindset” as Sale Sharks target a first Gallagher Premiership title for 17 years.
Fitness, form and French Open – issues facing tennis stars ahead of busy summer
The tennis season is ramping up ahead of its busy summer schedule.
Son Heung-min targets place in Tottenham’s top five all-time scoring list
Son Heung-min has provided Tottenham supporters with a lift by revealing he is targeting a place in the top five of the club’s all-time scoring list.