Steve Borthwick’s selection shows England’s desperation – but there is logic behind bold calls

Nolan Arenado's pinch-hit RBI double in the ninth inning secured a 2-1 victory for the St. Louis Cardinals against the Los Angeles Dodgers, who were held scoreless for 17 innings in the series. After a ground-rule double from Nolan Gorman and an error by pitcher Ben Casparius, Arenado's fly ball found the stands, while Shohei Ohtani scored a wild pitch tying the game briefly. The Cardinals' Erick Fedde and Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto both delivered strong...

Pro Football Focus has ranked Notre Dame's linebackers as the fifth-best unit in the nation for the upcoming season, highlighting the return of junior Drayk Bowen, who was the most valuable returning FBS linebacker last year, alongside redshirt junior Jaylen Sneed and sophomore Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, who earned Freshman All-America honors. Bowen recorded 78 tackles and three forced fumbles in 2024, while Sneed and Ausberry also contributed significantly. The Fighting Irish's linebacker corps is poised for...

In a recent interview with Falcons journalist Josh Petry, NFL legend John Abraham discussed his Hall of Fame candidacy, his experiences with Mike Vick, and his admiration for Arthur Blank. Abraham, the Falcons' all-time sack leader, emphasized the importance of new draft picks for the team's future while reflecting on his challenges with mental health after football, advising younger players to seek support and convert negative thoughts into positive ones. He also expressed appreciation for...

Nelly Korda had an even-par 71 in the first round of the ShopRite LPGA Classic, marked by four birdies and four bogeys, but improved significantly to a 66 in the second round, aided by calmer weather conditions that allowed for a more aggressive play. After two rounds, she stands at 5 under, six strokes behind leader Ilhee Lee, and expressed her enjoyment of the event's crowd, noting the positive trend in fan support, especially among...

Aprilia will give Manuel Gonzalez his MotoGP debut during the collective test at Aragón on Monday, as reported by Motorsport.com. The Madrid-born rider, currently leading the Moto2 World Championship with the Intact GP team, will replace Ai Ogura for the test at Trackhouse, Aprilia’s satellite squad. This weekend, the American outfit will field only Gonzalez in the test. Full Article

Sebastien Ogier holds a narrow 11.1-second lead heading into the final day of Rally Italy Sardinia, having navigated a challenging Saturday fraught with difficulties for many World Rally Championship competitors. The Toyota driver maintained composure during a tense contest against Hyundai's Ott Tanak, with conditions presenting a high risk of punctures. Ogier's ability to withstand the pressure was crucial as he prepared for the concluding stages of the rally. Full Article