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Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving said he would pay Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair's $11,492 fine after he honoured Hind Rajab during an NFL game.

Female athletes, including Amy Hunt and Ariarne Titmus, have criticised Sydney Sweeney's Novig advert, arguing that women in sport should be recognised for strength, commitment and achievement.

JJ Gabriel has formally requested to leave Manchester United at 15, with reported concerns over his pathway to first-team football after Shea Lacey and Harry Amass debuted in the Champions League.

Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Jr concealed a pre-match message supporting Ceuta residents before Real Madrid's 3-2 win over Elche, without publicly explaining their actions.

Manchester United academy prospect JJ Gabriel has reportedly asked to cancel his registration, days before a potential senior debut, amid stalled talks over his development and first-team pathway.

Raheem Sterling pleaded guilty to dangerous driving, nitrous oxide possession and failing to provide a specimen after crashing his Lamborghini during an alleged impaired motorway journey.

Connor Bedard has become the Chicago Blackhawks' second-youngest captain at 21, but shoulder surgery is expected to keep the star forward out until November.

Taylor Swift attended the Chiefs' 31-10 season-opening win over Denver instead of the Emmys, where her concert film was nominated, as Travis Kelce reached a career milestone.

Taylor Swift returned to Arrowhead Stadium for Travis Kelce's season opener after their wedding, watching the Chiefs beat Denver alongside actor Tom Cruise

Taylor Swift skipped the 2026 Emmys for Travis Kelce's Chiefs opener with Tom Cruise, yet still stole the show in a pre-taped SVU sketch.

The Raptors have completed their trade for Kawhi Leonard after an NBA investigation delayed the deal, sending Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and significant draft assets to the Clippers.

Mets prospect Mitch Voit was named the organisation's 2026 Player Development Player of the Year after a strong season, but an SNY interview sparked viral reactions to his appearance.

Moritz Fürste apologises after HYROX's Beijing Women's Pro race, as Joanna Wietrzyk's win prompts new rules on hygiene and athlete safety.

A photograph of Erling Haaland beside 'Game of Thrones' star Hafþór Björnsson went viral after Manchester City's 1-0 derby win over Manchester United.

Ariarne Titmus has called Sydney Sweeney's Novig advert 'a kick in the face' as athletes criticise the campaign's portrayal of women's sport.

Joanna Wietrzyk's HYROX Beijing race sparked a hygiene debate after she continued competing, as organisers admitted their response fell short and announced new procedures.

Former Clippers forward Danilo Gallinari says Kawhi Leonard pushed for the 2019 Paul George trade that ended his time in Los Angeles and changed his NBA career.