Marco Bianchi 
Australian jockey Izzy Neale, 22, died after falling from her horse Marnoo during a race at Warren Racecourse. The incident led to the abandonment of the Cotton Cup meeting and the euthanasia of the horse, while a fellow rider sustained minor injuries.
Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka confirmed that long‑time coach Max Mirnyi has departed from her team just before the 2026 WTA Finals. She praised his contributions to her net game and outlined the current coaching staff of Anton Dubrov and Jason Stacy as she continues her campaign at Indian Wells.
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai was substituted after 69 minutes in a 3-1 Premier League win over Crystal Palace and will now undergo medical tests on a knee injury. The Hungarian Football Federation will decide his availability for upcoming Nations League matches against Georgia and Northern Ireland, with Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola expressing hope he can play for his country.
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem intends to remove the current age limit of 75 for office holders, a change to be considered at the FIA General Assembly in Shanghai. The move follows previous alterations to term limits and has drawn criticism that it could allow him to remain president for life.
A Vitesse Arnhem home game against De Graafschap was cancelled when away fans blocked the team bus, protesting a reduced away‑fan allocation and security measures. The Dutch FA confirmed the postponement and the clubs will seek a new date, while both sides expressed disappointment over the incident.
Falkirk have surged up the Scottish Premiership table, securing a 5-2 victory over Hearts at Tynecastle and their fifth straight win, taking them to third place. Manager John McGlynn praised the team’s balance and grit, while new signings like Jacob Murrell have made immediate impacts.
Derry City clinched a narrow 1-0 win over Waterford in the FAI Cup final thanks to Darragh Burns’ first goal for the club, scored in the 69th minute. The victory gave the Candystripes their seventh cup win and secured Europa League qualification for the 2027‑28 season, while captain Michael Duffy hailed it as the best feeling in his career.
Wales captain Jodie Boyd‑Ward is set to become the first wheelchair rugby league player to reach 50 international caps, a historic milestone for the sport. She will lead Wales in their World Cup fifth‑place semi‑final against New Zealand in Wollongong, with the squad also featuring a father‑son duo for the first time.
Fulham striker Rodrigo Muniz opened up about a challenging previous season, citing a hamstring operation and the loss of his unborn child. He scored the equaliser in a 1-1 Premier League draw with Newcastle United and hopes this season will be different.
Defending champions Australia bounced back from an early 8-0 deficit to beat Fiji 30-14 in the semi‑final of the Women’s Rugby League World Cup in Sydney. The victory secures the Jillaroos a fifth straight final appearance, where they will meet New Zealand at Suncorp Stadium.