Steve Borthwick backs Marcus Smith to rebound from kicking off-day against Scotland

Luis Rubiales was found guilty of sexual assault for kissing footballer Jenni Hermoso without consent after the Women's World Cup, marking an end to his impunity and a reminder that the law applies to everyone equally. The verdict, which included a fine and a ban on contact with Hermoso, followed Spain's 'solo si es si' law on sexual consent. Despite facing revictimization in court, Hermoso stood strong and showed resilience, emphasizing the importance of believing...

Yahoo Sports' Matt Harmon poses five pivotal questions for key AFC teams. For the New England Patriots, the focus is on surrounding new quarterback Drake Maye with a strong support system, with a prediction that they will prioritize bolstering the offensive line over the receiving corps. The Jacksonville Jaguars are evaluating which previous 'playmakers' will stay, with expectations that Christian Kirk and Evan Engram may not remain on the roster. The Denver Broncos are expected...

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has doubts about Erling Haaland's availability for the upcoming match against Liverpool due to a knock, while John Stones is expected to undergo surgery after sustaining an injury during the loss to Real Madrid. Guardiola remains uncertain about Haaland's fitness but hopes for his involvement, while confirming Stones' extended absence similar to that of Manu Akanji. Despite the defensive setbacks, Guardiola believes City can compete with any team and aims...

Dalton Del Don examines misleading statistics in player performance, highlighting Willy Adames' inflated RBI total due to high opportunities with runners in scoring position and a favorable hitting lineup. Hunter Greene's low ERA was deceptive, supported by a lucky BABIP and HR/FB rate, while Christopher Morel's underwhelming batting line was impacted by a low BABIP and a mid-season trade. Ryan Helsley's record-breaking saves were influenced by a high save percentage in a struggling team, and...

In the search for the top fantasy baseball starting pitcher of 2025, Yahoo Sports identifies seven candidates, including favorites like Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers. Other contenders include Zack Wheeler of the Philadelphia Phillies and Chris Sale of the Atlanta Braves, while dark horses like Blake Snell of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Garrett Crochet of the Boston Red Sox, and Jacob deGrom of the Texas Rangers also...

England goalkeeper Mary Earps moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2024 and values the opportunity to develop away from the spotlight, stating that "champions are made when nobody is watching." She aims to continue improving after winning the FIFA Best goalkeeper award in 2022 and 2023, emphasizing her drive to compete with herself and be better each day. Despite challenges with communication at PSG, she remains focused on growth and will return to play for England...