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Speedway Grand Prix 2022: Jack Holder fastest in qualifying for Cardiff SGP, Britain's Dan Bewley second

Dan Holder was the quickest man on track in qualifying for the FIM Speedway Grand Prix in Cardiff. The Australian’s time of a 12.809 proved difficult to beat but Britain’s Dan Bewley made sure he was breathing down his neck in second with a 12.810. Ad Coming in third was Pawel Przedpelski but the Polish rider missed his chance at picking a gate when he arrived too late for the selection, meaning he had to settle with being last pick.

'In perfect condition' - Mikel Arteta's Kieran Tierney boost amid talk of Manchester City bid for Arsenal man

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta refused to be drawn on speculation linking Kieran Tierney with a move to Manchester City. The Gunners launched a summer raid on City to sign Oleksandr Zinchenko, and it is being suggested Pep Guardiola’s side are ready to hit back with a move for Tierney. Ad Tierney is competing with Zinchenko for the left-back berth under Gunners boss Arteta, albeit the Scotland international is currently working his way back from a knee injury.

Olympic champion Worthington soars into European final

Charlotte Worthington admits she's catching another taste of Olympic fever after soaring into the BMX freestyle final at the multi-sports European Championships. The Tokyo Olympic champion, 26, racked up a formidable average score of 82.30 as a thrilling display in Munich proved too hot for Nikita Ducarroz and Lara Lessmann to handle. Ad Cycling is one of nine sports to feature at these multi-sport championships as the city's iconic Olympic Park celebrates its 50th anniversary since hosting the Games in 1972.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says focus on tactics is to make players feel 'more comfortable'

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has explained his attention to tactics is to help players «express their talent as much as possible». Guardiola has often been praised for his approach to the tactical side of the game, which has seen him convert full-backs into midfielders, and asked goalkeepers to come out of the box to play more of an involved role in play. Ad There have been other developments and ideas along the way — including players pressing their opponents to win the ball back — and his ideas continue to gain respect amongst his peers.

Redgrave charges into European Championship final

SAMANTHA REDGRAVE got her European Championship campaign off to the perfect start and roared – bring on the final. The Gateshead rower, 27, won her women's four heat alongside Heidi Long, Rowan McKellar and Rebecca Shorten on the opening day of the multi-sports championship in Munich to progress to Saturday's showpiece. Ad Redgrave's boat crossed the line in a time of 7:11.95 to triumph over Romania, Italy, France and Spain at Munich's Olympic Regatta Centre.

'I am ready to cop some heat' - Cameron Smith prepared for criticism as he refuses to deny LIV Golf rumours

Cameron Smith has said he is prepared to take criticism for his stance on LIV Golf. The Open champion has been strongly linked with a move to LIV Golf, with a report saying he had already inked a deal worth $100m and would make the move after the FedEx Cup play-offs. Ad Smith was questioned on the reports during a press conference prior to the FedEx St Jude Championship, and added fuel to the fire by refusing to deny the rumours.

Scarratt not prepared to acccept second-best at Rugby World Cup

Emily Scarratt is not prepared to accept second best at this year's Rugby World Cup in New Zealand — forget ranking positions — it is all about lifting silverware for the England star. The 2019 world 15s' player of the year, knows England will face an almighty challenge in beating New Zealand in their own back garden this autumn — but Scarratt insists she has unfinished business. Ad The 32-year-old from Leicester was part of the England team that lifted the World Cup in 2014 but has since tasted defeat at the hands of New Zealand in the 2017 final, leaving her hungry for revenge.

Pardoe warns there is more to come in BMX final

Stourbridge sensation Sasha Pardoe warned she has even more tricks up her sleeve after stunning the field and soaring into the European Championship final. The 16-year-old BMX freestyle star qualified for Friday's showpiece in sixth at Munich's Olympic Park after racking up an impressive score of 59.00. Ad Teammate and Olympic champion Charlotte Worthington, 26, led the way with a brilliant 82.30 but Pardoe, competing at one of her maiden international events, was hot on the heels of some of Europe's biggest BMX big hitters.

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Speedway Grand Prix 2022: Jack Holder fastest in qualifying for Cardiff SGP, Britain's Dan Bewley second

'In perfect condition' - Mikel Arteta's Kieran Tierney boost amid talk of Manchester City bid for Arsenal man

Olympic champion Worthington soars into European final

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says focus on tactics is to make players feel 'more comfortable'

Redgrave charges into European Championship final

'I am ready to cop some heat' - Cameron Smith prepared for criticism as he refuses to deny LIV Golf rumours

Scarratt not prepared to acccept second-best at Rugby World Cup

Pardoe warns there is more to come in BMX final