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Russian bill on tough anti-doping sanctions passed by parliament
Coaches could face a year in prison if found guilty of coercing young athletes to use banned substances.
Karthick Arvinth Nov 03, 2016
Andy Murray admits Wimbledon tears bettered his relationship with the British public
Murray broke down following his heartbreaking loss to the Swiss star.
Joshua Evans Nov 01, 2016
Wada report highlights 'serious failings' on anti-doping methods employed at Rio 2016 Olympics
Wada's scathing report says budget and operational cutbacks resulted in limited resources for the anti-doping department.
Naveen Ullal Oct 28, 2016
Kate Middleton wows in Alexander McQueen dress and reveals Charlotte's talent at Rio 2016 reception
She joined the Queen, husband Prince William and Prince Harry at the Rio 2016 reception at Buckingham Palace.
Lucia Binding Oct 19, 2016
Team GB celebrate record-breaking victory with giant London parade
Both Olympic and Paralympic teams boosted Great Britain into second place.
Alex Wheeler Oct 18, 2016
Documentary based on Usain Bolt's life to release on 28 November
'My aim with making this film is to show people how my life really is,' Bolt says.
Arjun Devgan Oct 18, 2016
Team GB's Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic stars honoured at Heroes Parade in Manchester
Thousands of fans lined the streets to treat British athletes to a rousing reception after successful summer.
George Flood Oct 17, 2016
Rio Olympics terror suspect left brain dead after prison beating
One of the 'defenders of Sharia' was seriously injured in the attack.
Matt Thomas Oct 16, 2016
Usain Bolt will retire after 2017 world championships
Bolt is the first athlete in history to claim 3 consecutive Olympic gold medals in the 100, 200 and 4X100m relay events.
Arjun Devgan Oct 15, 2016
British Olympics icon Jessica Ennis-Hill announces retirement from athletics
The 30-year-old says she wanted to leave her sport on a high.
Tony Mogan Oct 13, 2016
Louis Smith apologises for mocking Islam with 'racist allahu akbar' chanting
Olympic medallist 'deeply sorry' for video as British Gymnastics threatens expulsion.
Nick Howson Oct 10, 2016
Novak Djokovic's loss of passion for tennis is 'completely understandable' Andy Murray says
The Serb has struggled for form in recent times, suffering early exits in both 2016 Wimbledon and Olympics.
Arjun Devgan Oct 09, 2016
Anti-Doping officials visit British Cycling HQ amid fresh allegations
Investigation follows former Team Sky cyclist Tiernan-Locke's comments that painkillers were 'freely available'.
Jen Offord Oct 08, 2016
AIBA stands down all 36 Olympic judges and referees during investigation into Rio 2016 controversy
Recent Olympic boxing tournament was marred by several controversial decisions.
George Flood Oct 06, 2016
The photo that sums up the devastating impact of the Olympics on Brazil's street children
International NGO alleges police brutality and efforts to 'clean up' streets of poor children.
Elsa Buchanan Sep 30, 2016
Queen Letizia is a stylish sport in white designer dress as she greets Rio 2016 Paralympic medalists
The royal received the Olympic medalists in Madrid with husband King Felipe VI.
Lucia Binding Sep 28, 2016
Irish boxer Steven Donnelly bet against himself before winning Rio 2016 fight
Ireland's Michael Conlan and Great Britain's Anthony Fowler also sanctioned for betting.
Tony Mogan Sep 28, 2016
Serena Williams insists she has no plans to retire from tennis
Serena Williams will most likely miss the rest of 2016 after taking time off from tennis.
Arjun Devgan Sep 28, 2016
Four-time Olympic gold medalist Mo Farah reveals ambition to become Arsenal's fitness coach
The 33-year-old is a long-time Gunners supporter.
Joshua Evans Sep 26, 2016
Olympic golden couple Jason Kenny and Laura Trott marry in secret
The Olympic gold medal cyclists married in a private ceremony in Cheshire.
Staff Reporter Sep 25, 2016
Why the Olympic Games bidding process is becoming a thing of the past
Rome's withdrawal as a candidate for the 2024 Games highlights risks attached to being host city.
Nick Howson Sep 22, 2016
Iranian cyclist Bahman Golbarnezhad dies in road race crash at Rio Paralympics
The 48-year-old was going down a steep hill during the men's C4/C5 race when he crashed.
Priya Joshi Sep 17, 2016
Sarah Storey claims her third gold of Rio Paralympics to lift Great Britain haul to 60
The 38-year-old is now just two golds short of GB's most decorated Paralympian Mike Kenny.
Tony Mogan Sep 17, 2016
Great Britain beats London 2012 medal haul with 9 more Paralympic golds in Rio
Hannah Cockroft secured her third gold of the summer on day nine.
Tony Mogan Sep 17, 2016
Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro defeats Andy Murray in titanic Davis Cup clash in Glasgow
Argentine earned revenge for his recent defeat by Murray at Rio Olympics.
Joshua Evans Sep 16, 2016
Sophie Christiansen and Jeanette Chippington star as Team GB close in on 50 golds at Rio Paralympics
Anne Dickens, Natasha Baker and Emma Wiggs also added to the gold haul.
Tony Mogan Sep 16, 2016
Great Britain surpasses London 2012 gold medal haul with nine more at Rio Paralympics
Dame Sarah Storey began another gold rush on day seven.
Tony Mogan Sep 15, 2016
How a 3D-printed 'butterfly' is helping a Paralympian fencer in her quest for gold
Latvia's Polina Rozkova competed at the Rio 2016 games wearing a custom, lightweight 3D printed support.
Oliver Cragg Sep 14, 2016
Great Britain equals Paralympic medal tally from London in Rio
Libby Clegg, Stephanie Millward and Matt Wylie take GB to 120 medals with five days of competition left.
Nick Howson Sep 14, 2016
Sascha Kindred, Ellie Simmonds and Susie Rodgers all win gold for Team GB at Rio Paralympics
Britain has now won 63 medals in total, 28 of which are golds.
Joshua Evans Sep 13, 2016
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