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British wildcard Fery knocks out 20th seed Popyrin

Watch the moment British wildcard Arthur Fery causes a big upset on day one of Wimbledon as he knocks out 20th seed Alexei Popyrin in four sets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kw57l8N

Who have been the breakout stars at U21 Euros?

The Under-21 European Championships pave the way for many future stars - BBC Sport takes a look at who stood out this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kOC5Kgv

Thousands in Norway told they won up to millions in lottery error

Norsk Tipping's CEO resigned a day after thousands received incorrect notifications, some saying they had become millionaires. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BGf7Qgy

'Stop!': Beyoncé pauses show as flying Cadillac tilts mid-air

There were gasps from the audience as the elaborate prop, which carries her over the crowd, malfunctioned high above the ground. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TzBfuvY

Eight-try Lions thrash Western Force but suffer Williams injury scare

The British and Irish Lions thrash Western Force in the first game of their tour on Australian soil but scrum-half Tomos Williams suffers an injury. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pKYijks

Lyse Doucet: Tehran is coming back to life, but its residents are deeply shaken

As Iran's capital resumes its old rhythms, the BBC's Lyse Doucet meets locals who wonder if peace will last. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zSoXNu3

Watch: Stars arrive in Venice for Jeff Bezos wedding

Celebrities were seen in water taxis on Venice's canals in the lead up to the lavish multi-million dollar ceremony. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CfUs2Zv

The end of one of football's great full-back duos - where do they rank?

As Liverpool prepare for a new-look full-back pairing this season, BBC Sport look at the end of an era for Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rnKwaEb

Sheehan challenges Lions to match hosts' passion

Lions captain Dan Sheehan says Western Force can not have monopoly on passion in Saturday's first match on Australia soil from BBC News https://ift.tt/QLSUipx

Raducanu misses out on Eastbourne quarter-final

British number one Emma Raducanu succumbs to defeat by teenager Maya Joint in an edgy second-round match at Eastbourne. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fiH6mS7

British man charged over mock Disneyland wedding to child had been investigated by BBC

Jacky Jhaj, a convicted paedophile, has staged several elaborate productions involving children and young people since he was released from prison. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B0z7lZP

Google may be forced to link to rival search platforms in the UK

The Competition and Markets Authority says it wants to open up the UK search market. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3qs0Pvl

Russian missile strikes kill 11 in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region

President Zelensky said at least 160 more were injured, and warned the death toll may rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7fEp658

England pick suspended Feyi-Waboso for summer tour

Wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will go on tour with England this summer despite being suspended for the entirety of the two-Test series against Argentina. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6PStjkr

Evans 'work in progress' after fine Eastbourne win

Britain's Dan Evans says he is "the most confident I have been on grass for a long time" after sealing his second win over a top-50 player in as many weeks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8LvBqUm

American Kessler wins Nottingham Open

McCartney Kessler claims her first grass-court WTA Tour title with a 6-4 7-5 win over Dayana Yastremska in a rain-affected Nottingham Open final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/quSTaQK

Duckett bowled by Bumrah for 62

India's Jasprit Bumrah takes the wicket of Ben Duckett after an inside edge deflects onto the middle stump to leave England on 126-2 in the first Test at Headingley. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1nWwUuf

Unwell Draper loses but 'wouldn't have pulled out for anything'

Jack Draper's hopes of winning Queen's are ended by Jiri Lehecka as the British number one is beaten in a thrilling semi-final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ot0vQAY

Ex-Scotland prop McLauchlan, part of two iconic Lions teams, dies at 83

Former Scotland captain and British and Irish Lions great Ian McLauchlan has died at the age of 83. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7tc3reB

'Bails go flying!' - Stokes bowls Jaiswal with brilliant delivery

England captain Ben Stokes produces a brilliant delivery to bowl Yashasvi Jaiswal, dismissing the Indian batter for 101 on day one of the first Test at Headingley. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bj9pytq

Trawlerman wins Gold Cup at Ascot in record time

Trawlerman goes one better than last year to win the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot in a track record under a brilliant front-running ride from William Buick. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q9eJV6G

Starmer to work with social media platforms about abuse

Sir Keir Starmer says the government will explore whether further protective measures can be put in place on social media platforms after tennis player Katie Boulter highlighted the sickening abuse she received. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v2DtYLu

Dozens fall ill in heat at Royal Ascot

One person was taken to hospital on day two of the event, racecourse officials confirm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6PKTXxk

FA charge Chelsea's Mudryk with doping offences

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is charged by the Football Association with doping offences after he failed a drugs test. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UY9zQ01

Lions in 'good shape' with injuries - Farrell

British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell believes scrum-half Jamison Gibson-Park will be "up and running" by the time the side reach Australia next week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t7KhwZ9

Foreign criminals should expect to be deported, minister says

Human rights law too often "protects those who break the rules", the justice secretary says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PJMvGiC

First Windrush commissioner announced

Reverend Clive Foster, a senior pastor in Nottingham, will take up the role on a three-year term. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6i1kwXo

Watch: Katie Boulter shares messages of 'disgusting' online abuse

British number two Katie Boulter shares some of the messages of abuse she has received on social media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gJj0VIf

Venice activists plan to disrupt Jeff Bezos's wedding

The Amazon founder and Lauren Sánchez are due to tie the knot next week - as activists say Venice is being turned into an "asset" for the rich and famous. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jpgsEJe

'What's eating Rory?' - will US Open prove reset point for McIlroy?

Win or lose Rory McIlroy continues to be the biggest story in golf because despite super-human achievement, he is only human, writes Iain Carter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3oTwMCE

'I'm tired of you' - Fritz beats Zverev for Stuttgart title

German world number three Alexander Zverev said he is "tired of" Taylor Fritz after losing to him in the Stuttgart Open final, his fifth consecutive defeat by the American. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aXIy3Fe

Ex-F1 driver Kubica wins iconic Le Mans 24 hours

Former Formula 1 driver Robert Kubica take victory at the Le Mans 24 Hours with a privately entered Ferrari. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MXt9i5C

'Destruction all around': BBC reports from Israeli city targeted by Iran

Israeli authorities have indicated that this could be the beginning of a prolonged campaign against Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0PvXuBt

Bath beat Leicester to end 29-year wait for Premiership title

Bath hold off a resilient Leicester to win their first Premiership title in 29 years and also clinch a 2024-25 treble. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kp0FTRD

Watch: Trooping the Colour highlights on King Charles' official birthday

King Charles and Queen Camilla were joined by members of the Royal Family as they waved to cheering crowds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hz9n7aR

Qualifier Maria stuns Keys to reach Queen's final

German qualifier Tatjana Maria says it is a "dream come true" to reach the final of Queen's after stunning Australian Open champion Madison Keys. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5kSipxw

Why is my hay fever so bad this year?

It's peak pollen season so we set out the best ways to treat hay fever symptoms, and other advice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qWYrLcv

'My kids are the reason I'm alive': Backstage with Shakira

Shakira says the situation facing immigrants in the US is "painful" as she talks to the BBC in Miami. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5B3aosn

GCHQ intern risked exposing staff in data breach

Hasaan Arshad, 25, student was in "flagrant breach" of security rules when he took secret data home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lZ0zMRf

Leon Brittan's widow says 'no closure' from false abuse claims after police misconduct case dropped

Lady Diana Brittan says her falsely accused late husband's legacy has been permanently tarnished. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oTSQsiv

Oakmont's 301-yard par three - a gimmick or psychological masterstroke?

The eighth hole at the US Open at Oakmont this week - the longest par three in major championship history - has been described as "silly" and "ridiculous". from BBC News https://ift.tt/9phrcDw

Boulter makes winning start at 'special' Queen's

British number one Katie Boulter makes a winning start to her singles campaign at a Queen's tournament she had always "dreamt" of playing at. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T9UQzNe

Fan dies after stadium fall at Nations League final

A fan died after falling from the stands during the Nations League final between Spain and Portugal in Munich. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5l7cifT

'Extraordinary dismissal!' - Charles nutmegs himself to lose wicket

Johnson Charles' attempt at a scoop shot goes wrong as the batsman directs the ball through his legs and onto the stumps to leave West Indies on 117-4 in the second T20 International against England in Bristol. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WqC5Hp4

Leicester hold off Sale to reach Premiership final

Leicester Tigers reach the Premiership final for the second time in four seasons as they edge Sale Sharks 21-16 in a pulsating play-off semi-final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2SbMF7T

Six-try Leinster overcome holders Glasgow to reach URC final

Leinster overpower Glasgow Warriors to oust the reigning champions and ease into the United Rugby Championship final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3Bhw4rA

GB's Salisbury & Skupski reach French Open men's doubles final

British duo Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski come from a set down to beat Christian Harrison and Evan King and reach the French Open men's doubles final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/muotqDP

Sabalenka takes out Swiatek to reach French Open final

Top seed Aryna Sabalenka moves a step closer to a maiden French Open title by beating four-time champion Iga Swiatek in their blockbuster semi-final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MVqRL1z

A De Bruyne replacement? How Reijnders could fit Man City rebuild

The arrival of AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders marks the start of Manchester City's summer rebuild - but can he revitalise Pep Guardiola's midfield? from BBC News https://ift.tt/76ehO2u

At least 10 die in crush at India cricket stadium

Supporters of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru had gathered to celebrate their team's IPL victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cZeXvyJ

Brentford sign Kelleher as Flekken sold to Leverkusen

Brentford sign keeper Caoimhin Kelleher from Liverpool to replace Netherlands stopper Mark Flekken, who leaves the Bees to join Bayer Leverkusen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ad3oyvn

Man fined for 'provocative' Quran burning

Hamit Coskun shouted abusive comments about Islam as he held the flaming Islamic text aloft. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tLVK0lZ

Piastri wins Spanish GP as Verstappen penalised after late controversy

Oscar Piastri leads Lando Norris to a McLaren one-two at the Spanish Grand Prix with Red Bull's Max Verstappen handed a 10-second penalty after late controversy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gM6ILtv