Hull KR Claim Battling Victory Over Leigh Leopards
Hull KR defeated Leigh Leopards 22-8, with tries from Burgess, Hiku, Whitbread, and Leyland. The win keeps Hull KR unbeaten at home since March 1.
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France XV edges past England XV in summer warm-up clash
England XV lost to France XV in a summer warm-up match. France XV proved too skilful for England, easing away to a comfortable victory that demonstrated their greater strength in depth.
England Star Ellie Kildunne Joins Bristol Bears for 2026-27 Season
England full-back Ellie Kildunne has signed for Bristol Bears ahead of the 2026-27 season. Kildunne, a World Cup winner and former World Player of the Year, has been capped 62 times by England, scoring 48 tries. She joins Bristol Bears from Harlequins.
British Olympic Sprint Legend Asha Philip Retires After 19-Year Career
British two-time Olympic medallist Asha Philip has announced her retirement from athletics. The 35-year-old was part of the 4x100m relay teams that won bronze at the 2016 Rio Olympics and 2020 Tokyo Games. Philip had a 19-year career which involved overcoming a serious knee injury in 2007.
England goalkeeper Mary Earps signs with London City Lionesses on two-year deal
Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps has joined London City Lionesses on a two-year deal. Earps left Paris St-Germain after two seasons and will bring a wealth of experience to the team.
Burnley Turn to Craig Bellamy as Scott Parker Replacement Search Intensifies
Burnley is looking for a new manager after Scott Parker left by mutual consent in April. Craig Bellamy, the current Wales boss, has been identified as a potential candidate. Burnley has contacted the Football Association of Wales (FAW) to discuss Bellamy’s availability.
London Marathon Set for Historic Two-Day Format in 2027
The London Marathon will be held over two days in 2027, allowing 100,000 people to participate. The event will take place on Saturday, 24 and Sunday, 25 April. This one-off edition is expected to raise over £150m for charities and provide a £400m boost to the UK economy.
Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson recovering after collapse at Raleigh event
Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson is recovering in hospital after collapsing at an event in Raleigh, North Carolina. She is showing encouraging improvement and has already asked about her mile time and whether she won. Simpson won gold in the 1500m at the 2011 World Championships and a bronze medal at the 2016 Olympic Games.
Feyi-Waboso Cleared for Premiership Final Showdown
Exeter Chiefs’ star wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has been cleared to play in Saturday’s Prem final against Northampton. Feyi-Waboso suffered a facial fracture in Exeter’s victory against Leicester at the end of May but has been declared fit after England signed off on his recovery.
England drawn to face Greece in 2027 Women’s World Cup play-offs
England have been drawn to play Greece in round one of the 2027 Women’s World Cup play-offs. The Lionesses must get through two rounds of home and away ties to qualify for the tournament in Brazil.