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Grand National 2025: Mr Incredible 'barred' from running in Aintree race by BHA

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Laura Scott |Frank Keogh

"James [Manclark] is pretty devastated, he has been trying to get this for three years and we found him a horse, and his health comes and goes. Our aim is now to get the horse to run next year."The BHA has been approached for comment and asked to confirm whether it barred Mr Incredible from running.
Humphries survives Clayton comeback to win epic Masters

2 months ago | sports.yahoo.com | Frank Keogh |Paul Higham

Luke Humphries withstood a stunning Jonny Clayton comeback to win the World Masters 6-5 in a final leg shootout. The English world number one looked to be cruising to victory at 5-2 before his Welsh opponent won three straight sets to force a decider in Milton Keynes. A dramatic finale went down to the last possible leg before Humphries, 29, eventually nailed double 20 to seal the £100,000 first prize. "That double top - my head was shaking, my heart was pounding before it went in," said Humphries.
Heading in football: Steve Howey and Gary Pallister on health fears

Dec 9, 2024 | bbc.com | Frank Keogh |Natalie Pirks

Media caption, Migraines left me unable to train - Gary PallisterBBC Sport senior JournalistBBC sports news correspondentTwo former Premier League players have told the BBC of their health fears after years of heading footballs. Gary Pallister said he experienced sickening migraines during his career, while fellow former England defender Steve Howey has undergone scans which show his brain is in cognitive decline.
Luke Littler: Darts hits the bullseye with teenager's rapid rise

Nov 29, 2024 | bbc.com | Frank Keogh

BBC Sport senior journalistOne year ago, he was barely a household name in his own home. Now he is a sporting phenomenon. After emerging from obscurity aged 16 to reach the World Championship final, the life of Luke Littler and the sport he loves has been transformed. Viewing figures, ticket sales and social media interest have rocketed. Darts has hit the bullseye. This Christmas more than 100,000 children are expected to be opening Littler-branded magnetic dartboards as presents.
Luke Littler beats Mike de Decker to reach Players Championship semi-finals

Nov 24, 2024 | bbc.com | Frank Keogh

Image source, PAImage caption, Littler is provisionally ranked fourth in the world in his first professional seasonBBC Sport Senior JournalistLuke Littler maintained his brilliant form to reach the Players Championship semi-finals in Minehead with a 10-3 win over Mike de Decker. The 17-year-old sealed victory with a bullseye finish to check out on 124, leaving his opponent to shake his head and smile at his opponent’s smooth dominance. “I’m very happy with another good performance.
Cartier Racing Awards: City Of Troy named horse of the year

Nov 20, 2024 | bbc.com | Frank Keogh

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, City Of Troy won the Derby, Eclipse and Juddmonte International in 2024BBC Sport senior journalistDerby winner City Of Troy has been named horse of the year at the Cartier Racing Awards in London. The son of US Triple Crown victor Justify also added Sandown's Coral-Eclipse and the Juddmonte International at York to his Epsom triumph. City Of Troy was beaten in the 2,000 Guineas and Breeders' Cup Classic but won seven of his nine career starts.
Alcaraz wins against Rublev and Zverev beats Ruud

Nov 13, 2024 | sports.yahoo.com | Frank Keogh

Carlos Alcaraz overcame illness to defeat Andrey Rublev at the ATP Finals in Turin. The 21-year-old Spaniard won 6-3 7-6 (10-8) despite cutting short his practice session on Tuesday after struggling with a chest complaint. German second seed Alexander Zverev later claimed his second victory with a 7-6 (7-3) 6-3 win over Casper Ruud in the John Newcombe Group. Zverev will guarantee his place in the semi-finals if he beats Alcaraz in the final round of the group stage on Friday.
ATP Tour Finals: Carlos Alcaraz beats Andrey Rublev in Turin

Nov 13, 2024 | bbc.com | Frank Keogh

Image source, ReutersImage caption, Alcaraz survived two set points in the second set to secure victoryBBC Sport Senior JournalistCarlos Alcaraz overcame illness to defeat Andrey Rublev at the ATP Tour Finals in Turin. The 21-year-old Spaniard won 6-3 7-6 (10-8) despite cutting short his practice session on Tuesday after struggling with a chest complaint.
Sinner beats Fritz after Medvedev defeats De Minaur

Nov 12, 2024 | sports.yahoo.com | Frank Keogh

Italian top seed Jannik Sinner defeated American Taylor Fritz 6-4 6-4 to move closer to the last four of the ATP Tour Finals. The 23-year-old world number one fought off stubborn resistance for his second win in front of a home crowd in Turin. Sinner, who beat Fritz in September's US Open final, hit 22 winners to Fritz's 19 as he edged a compelling encounter. Earlier, a rejuvenated Daniil Medvedev defeated Alex de Minaur 6-2 6-4 in the Ilie Nastase Group.
Medvedev defeats De Minaur at ATP Tour Finals

Nov 12, 2024 | ca.sports.yahoo.com | Frank Keogh

A rejuvenated Daniil Medvedev defeated Alex de Minaur 6-2 6-4 in his second match at the ATP Tour Finals. Fourth seed Medvedev was irate during his opening defeat by American Taylor Fritz on Sunday but looked far more settled in Tuesday's victory. The 28-year-old Russian, who had been booed for his antics against Fritz, put his fingers in his ears after sealing victory,He lost only nine points on his serve as he wrapped up the win in an hour and 18 minutes.