Salford’s Curtis Tilt goes from driving excavators to facing Erling Haaland

A new report by Level Playing Field charity reveals that disability abuse is a significant barrier to sports events for disabled fans, with the highest level recorded at 8.5 percent. The report emphasizes the need for clubs to address discrimination, improve steward training, and enhance accessibility. Cost concerns have increased as a barrier to attendance, while physical access remains a significant issue for 33 percent of respondents. Full Article

Aryna Sabalenka secured a hard-fought victory over Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova at the Australian Open to advance to the semi-finals, where she will face close friend Paula Badosa. Badosa ended Coco Gauff's winning streak to reach her first grand slam semi-final, showcasing her impressive performance. Meanwhile, Goran Ivanisevic announced he will no longer coach Elena Rybakina, marking the end of their trial period at the Australian Open amidst other coaching changes in the tennis world. Full Article

The NFC and AFC conference championships are set, with the Philadelphia Eagles hosting the Washington Commanders and the Buffalo Bills facing the Kansas City Chiefs. NFL Nation reporters highlight key insights from the divisional round, with a focus on matchups, statistics, and player performances. The Eagles are favored against the Commanders, with a strong defense led by Jalen Carter, while Washington looks to capitalize on the momentum of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Key factors for...

Injuries have hit the England rugby team ahead of the Six Nations, with Jamie George and Alex Mitchell among those forced to withdraw from the opening fixture against Ireland. George's absence as captain due to a hamstring injury is a significant blow, while Mitchell's potential unavailability at scrum half could also impact the team's performance. Replacements have been called up, including Ben Spencer and rising star Henry Pollock, as England prepares for the tournament under...

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz face off in the Australian Open quarter-finals, with Djokovic seeking his 25th grand slam title and Alcaraz aiming to become the youngest man to complete the career grand slam. Djokovic boycotted a post-match interview due to "insulting and offensive" comments from a presenter, adding controversy to their match. The winner will play Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals after a four-set win over Tommy Paul. Full Article

Jake Michaels is a Melbourne-based sports writer for ESPN since 2013, covering various sports worldwide. The upcoming Australian Open quarterfinal will feature a highly anticipated matchup between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. Djokovic, a 10-time champion at the Australian Open, holds a favorable head-to-head record against Alcaraz and is playing for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. On the other hand, Alcaraz, 16 years younger and fresher, has spent less time on court in the...