“England were blistering – their pace, their skill, their intensity, their physicality and they had a genuine chance of winning,” said former England scrum-half Matt Dawson on BBC Radio 5 …
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Six Nations 2026: ‘Not the end’ for Scotland despite Ireland loss – Tuipulotu
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesAfter a narrow loss in Rome to open their campaign, Gregor Townsend’s side bounced back with victories against England, Wales and France. Tuipulotu says Scotland have unquestionably improved over the …
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Chinese Grand Prix 2026: Mercedes dominate with superior power
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe pattern is this: Ferrari’s strong starts and superior cornering speed puts them in the mix in the early laps, and the new hybrid engine with their “boost” and “overtake” …
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Brentford and Ireland captain Nathan Collins on World Cup dreams
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesKelly: Let’s try and get to know you a little bit more away from the pitch. Firstly, I always like asking: what were you like as a youngster? Nathan: If …
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Football gossip: Rashford, Tudor, Goretzka, Hojlund, Carrick Adams, Bastoni
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesMarcus Rashford could return to Manchester United in the summer, Tottenham draw up potential replacements for Igor Tudor and Arsenal prepare Leon Goretzka deal. England forward Marcus Rashford, 28, could …
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Players Championship: Rory McIlroy on cut mark as Xander Schauffele sets pace
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesRory McIlroy is hoping a birdie on the last hole of his second round will be enough for him make the halfway cut at the Players Championship. The defending champion, …
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Newcastle: Is Jason Tindall the most misunderstood man in football?
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThere have been plenty of heated discussions in the pair’s shared office over the years. “JT is not the type of assistant manager who is just going to nod his …
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Six Nations 2026: From forgotten man to Six Nations star – Robert Baloucoune’s revival
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesSo, what does Baloucoune put his good form down to? It’s a simple formula really; playing consistently and being injury-free, something he has not had the luxury of doing in …
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Players Championship: Rory McIlroy fit but off first-round pace at Sawgrass
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesRory McIlroy recovered sufficiently from a back injury to begin his defence of the Players Championship but he ended round one seven shots off the pace. The world number two …
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Six Nations 2026: How do Scots beat ‘nemesis’ Ireland for first time in 12 meetings?
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesIn the extravaganza against France, Scotland’s penalty count was only four, which is staggering. They had 100% ruck efficiency, also staggering. They only conceded nine turnovers, which is almost beyond …