Jayden Adams: South Africa World Cup player dies aged 25

South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup.

Adams featured in all three of South Africa's group games at the tournament, where they reached the knockout stages before losing to co-hosts Canada in the round of 32.

Japan 20-36 Ireland: Scoreline flattered Irish admits 'relieved' head coach Andy Farrell

Ireland boss Andy Farrell was "more relieved than anything" after his side battled through a scrappy performance to beat spirited Japan in the Nations Championship.

Tries from Nick Timoney, Tom O'Toole, Robbie Henshaw, debutant Sean Jansen and Tom Stewart helped Ireland win 36-20 at McDonald Jones Stadium in the Australian city of Newcastle.

Newmarket: Blue Bolt too good for Precise in Falmouth Stakes as Senorita Bonita shines in victory

Blue Bolt remained unbeaten this season when following up her Royal Ascot triumph with a brilliant display to down Precise in the Tattersalls Sceptre Sessions Falmouth Stakes at Newmarket.

Andrew Balding's daughter of Blue Point was second to Fallen Angel in the Sun Chariot last October - her only other previous appearance in Group One company - but has proven unstoppable since and was notching her third win of the calendar year having landed the Duke of Cambridge Stakes at the Royal meeting.

Evian Championship: Lottie Woad storms into halfway lead of major, Charley Hull also in contention but Nelly Korda misses cut

England's Lottie Woad shot a seven-under-par 64 to claim the halfway lead at the Amundi Evian Championship as she seeks her first major victory.

The 22-year-old, who has won twice on the LPGA Tour over the past year since turning professional and finished third in this event last year, moved ahead of overnight-leader Aki Iwai by one shot after the Japanese player's second-round 69.

Genesis Scottish Open: Scottie Scheffler misses cut at The Renaissance Club in blow to preparations for The Open

Scottie Scheffler missed the cut at the Genesis Scottish Open, ending a 78-tournament streak where the world No 1 has made it through to the weekend.

Scheffler started day two three shots off the pace as part of a congested leaderboard topped by a five-man leading group including Rory McIlroy.

Liverpool latest: Michael Edwards leaves as chief executive officer of football for Fenway Sports Group

Michael Edwards has left his role as chief executive officer (CEO) of football for Fenway Sports Group (FSG), who own Liverpool, leaving the club ahead of the 2026/27 season.

A statement from FSG added it was a "planned transition", bringing an end to two spells at Anfield for Edwards.

Rafa Benitez: Ex-Liverpool & Real Madrid boss reveals stance on Scotland amid search for Steve Clarke's successor

"I'm open to all the good countries, yes."

Rafa Benitez is not ruling out the possibility of becoming Scotland's next head coach, admitting international football interests him.

The Scottish FA are currently working on a shortlist for Steve Clarke's successor following his decision to quit following their World Cup exit - a month after he signed a new four-year deal.

Ben Stokes: ICC to take no action against ECB over former England captain's retirement video from inside dressing room

No action will be taken by the International Cricket Council (ICC) over Ben Stokes' retirement video.

Stokes' farewell address to the England dressing room, in which he announced his retirement during the fourth day's play of last month's final Test against New Zealand, is understood to have attracted the attention of the world governing body.

England vs India: Mady Villiers 'hugely impressive' on dream Test debut at Lord's but is 'hard slog' ahead for hosts?

On the day which saw Sophie Ecclestone become England Women's leading wicket-taker across all formats, there was another standout spinner on day one of the women's Test at Lord's - one who was making her debut.

Mikel Merino: Arsenal midfielder proving Spain's World Cup hero after overcoming injury that left him in mobility scooter

Mikel Merino might have hoped to appear earlier than the 85th minute against Belgium following his match-winning impact from the bench against Portugal. Instead, he had to wait until the 86th. No matter. Another late cameo, another decisive goal.