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Tour de France 1966: not a trip in shorts anymore

On 30 June 1966, the Tour de France had become a serious, scientific, and commercial event, rather than just a fun race.
Published 1 July 2026 SPORT B2
Tour de France 1966: not a trip in shorts anymore

Tennis has moved on but devotion to Serena Williams at a sporting vigil is still high

Serena Williams’s comeback at Wimbledon brought disbelief and reverence from fans during her defeat by Maya Joint
Published 30 June 2026 SPORT B2
Tennis has moved on but devotion to Serena Williams at a sporting vigil is still high

New research shows the size of the gap in sports participation between girls and boys

Girls in UK cities miss out on about 100 minutes of exercise each week compared to boys, but this gap is smaller in rural areas.
Published 1 July 2026 SPORT B2
New research shows the size of the gap in sports participation between girls and boys

Joe Root stands alone after old mate Ben Stokes runs out of road

Root and Stokes have been friends since they were children – now England’s leading Test scorer must go on even as Bazball comes to its end
Published 1 July 2026 SPORT B2
Joe Root stands alone after old mate Ben Stokes runs out of road

Silverstone's school helps students get into motor sport

Working with Aston Martin, Red Bull and Haas, students have a chance to join F1 after college.
Published 1 July 2026 SPORT B2
Silverstone's school helps students get into motor sport

Footy faces a big danger from brain disease, and the AFL's words are not enough

A story about a young player raises concerns about whether Australian football is too dangerous to play.
Published 1 July 2026 SPORT B2
Footy faces a big danger from brain disease, and the AFL's words are not enough

Alex Coles seeks deeper meaning in England's match against Kolisi and tough Boks

The son of two vicars, the intelligent Saints forward tells Robert Kitson he is keen to face South Africa after a talk with their captain.
Published 1 July 2026 SPORT B2
Alex Coles seeks deeper meaning in England's match against Kolisi and tough Boks

Wimbledon 2026: Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff all advance

Novak Djokovic defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets, while Barbora Krejcikova knocked out Mirra Andreeva and other top players moved into the third round.
Published 1 July 2026 SPORT B2
Wimbledon 2026: Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff all advance

What’s next for LeBron James: a Curry alliance, return to Cleveland or a Wembanyama mentor?

The 41-year-old says he intends to continue his career after his departure from the Lakers. There are several intriguing options to consider
Published 1 July 2026 SPORT B2
What’s next for LeBron James: a Curry alliance, return to Cleveland or a Wembanyama mentor?

The constant talk about Caitlin Clark has entered a new phase

Some fans want to see her as a victim, but this idea is unfair to her and other players.
Published 1 July 2026 SPORT B2
The constant talk about Caitlin Clark has entered a new phase

Katie Swan wins her match but other British players exit Wimbledon

Katie Swan was the first British player to win a singles match at Wimbledon this year, beating Irina-Camelia Begu.
Published 30 June 2026 SPORT B2
Katie Swan wins her match but other British players exit Wimbledon

Australia face first stern test in final as they stroll past rest of T20 World Cup field

The West Indies failed to show up in the semi-final, allowing Australia to test their attack against either England or South Africa.
Published 30 June 2026 SPORT B2
Australia face first stern test in final as they stroll past rest of T20 World Cup field