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England defender Lucy Bronze acknowledges the potential for unsavoury fan behavior after tennis player Emma Raducanu was approached by a man exhibiting fixated behavior at the Dubai Tennis Championships. The man responsible for the incident has been issued a restraining order to prevent further contact with Raducanu. Bronze emphasizes the importance of player safety and awareness in light of such occurrences. Full Article

Three MLB stadiums underwent major offseason changes with significant fantasy baseball impacts. The Orioles moved in their left-field wall, benefiting players like Ryan Mountcastle and Tyler O’Neill. The Rays relocated to Steinbrenner Field, resembling Yankee Stadium, boosting hitters like Brandon Lowe and Josh Lowe. The A’s moved to Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, enhancing visibility and benefiting hitters like Brent Rooker and Zack Gelof. Full Article

Your support enables The Independent to report on critical issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, with a commitment to unbiased journalism accessible to all. Donations help fund journalists on the ground, covering stories from all perspectives. In a much-changed Ireland side, Dan Sheehan captains the team against Wales as they continue their Six Nations grand slam charge, with key players like Garry Ringrose and Mack Hansen returning to the lineup. Full Article

Mark Ogden, a senior soccer writer for ESPN.com, discusses the turbulent first year of Sir Jim Ratcliffe's ownership of Manchester United, with a struggling team under managers Erik ten Hag and Ruben Amorim. Despite some isolated victories, the club faces its worst-ever Premier League season and potential financial constraints due to failing to meet profit and sustainability rules. With the team in disarray, Ogden and Rob Dawson give low grades to Ineos Group for their impact on the club's performance and future prospects. Full Article

The Independent relies on your support to cover important stories from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech. Your donation helps fund investigative journalism like exploring Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC and producing documentaries like 'The A Word'. With your help, The Independent can continue sending reporters to cover crucial moments in US history. Full Article

Ademola Lookman responded to Gian Piero Gasperini's criticism of his penalty miss during Atalanta's Champions League defeat, expressing hurt and feeling disrespected by being singled out. Gasperini had criticized Lookman's penalty-taking ability and preferred other players to take the penalty. Lookman defended his decision to take the penalty, emphasizing his commitment to the team and fans despite the disappointing result and the captain's red card incident. Full Article

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories, from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, with a commitment to factual reporting and accessible journalism. Ilia Topuria will vacate his UFC featherweight title to move up to lightweight for a potential fight with Islam Makhachev, leading to a vacant title match between Alex Volkanovski and Diego Lopes at UFC 314. The event will also feature matchups such as Paddy Pimblett vs Michael Chandler and Yair Rodriguez vs Patricio Pitbull, with a stacked card announced by Dana White. Full Article

Pep Guardiola admitted Manchester City must now aim for a top-four finish in the Premier League to secure Champions League qualification after Kylian Mbappé's hat trick for Real Madrid knocked them out of the competition before the Round of 16. Guardiola acknowledged Madrid's superiority and emphasized the need for City to focus on their remaining league games to secure a spot in Europe's top club competition next season. Despite the disappointment of the loss, Guardiola remains optimistic about the team's future and is preparing for a crucial Premier League clash against leaders Liverpool while dealing with uncertainty around star striker...

Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. shoots a three-pointer against the Oklahoma Sooners, extending their five-game winning streak with a focus on balanced scoring and strong shooting from beyond the arc. The Gators, led by coach Todd Golden, have overcome injuries to key players to maintain momentum in the challenging SEC. LSU, coming off two wins, faces a tough test against Florida and aims to continue their recent success with improved execution and consistent play. Full Article

Newcastle's all-weather card features Badri and Paddy's Day in the 6.30 race, with Badri favored due to previous success and trainer performance. At Lingfield, Double Oban seeks a hat-trick under Olly Murphy's guidance in the 5.05 race, facing competition from Through The Ages. Mereside Madness and Havana Prince headline the 7.30 race at Newcastle, with Mereside Madness coming off a recent win and Havana Prince showing potential after a Redcar victory. Watch these exciting races live on Sky Sports Racing. Full Article