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Chelsea's huddle and pre-match rituals in sport: Psychological weapon or silly gimmick?

Chelsea's infamous pre-match huddle in the centre circle, with the ball positioned in the middle, has not impressed former Manchester United and England right-back Gary Neville: “I think it's a nonsense,” he said on his Sky Sports…

Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 19, 2026, puzzle No. 542

Need help with today's Connections: Sports Edition puzzle? You've come to the right place. Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores. A quick public service announcement before we…

The teens hooked on sports betting apps

When Malek decided to share his story, he initially focused on high schoolers — but he's now increasingly booked for middle schools. Kurt Freudenberg was just 11 when he started gambling, trading valuable “skins” —…

Bloomberg Business of Sports: Nuria Tarre

Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. Michael Barr, Scarlet Fu and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of…

BBC Sport weekly quiz :Who is football's youngest top-flight scorer?

Adam Millington BBC Sport journalist So much has happened over the past seven days, including the end of the Six Nations, more Premier League drama and the Women's League Cup final. About 5% of quizzers got full marks in last week's edition. Will…

Sky Sports announce huge multi-year deal with Dana White's Zuffa Boxing

Sky Sports has put pen to paper on a lucrative broadcast deal with Zuffa Boxing in a huge move for the sport. The contract is a multi-year deal - with Sky Sports set to stage Zuffa Boxing events in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Zuffa Boxing is…

Al Hilal identify Liverpool's Richard Hughes as leading contender for sporting director role

Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal have identified Liverpool's Richard Hughes as a leading contender to become their new sporting director. Hughes, 46, was appointed by Fenway Sports Group, Liverpool's U.S. owner, as the club's sporting director in…

World Cup 2026 stadium guides: Kansas City Stadium - home of the loudest sports crowd in history

This article is part of our World Cup Stadium Guides series, in which we look at the 16 venues that will host matches at the 2026 tournament. Predict how you think the tournament will play out. Can you beat one of our experts? Amid the high-tech…

I've tested 4K TVs for years - these are the best for movies, gaming and sport

These days, most buyers are looking for a 4K television and there's a wide range of options to consider. Screen technology is the most important of these, and this guide focuses on TVs that are QLED or Mini-LED, running from the high-end to more…

Sky Sports confirms multi-year Zuffa Boxing deal in major move into UK market

Sky Sports and Zuffa Boxing have confirmed a television deal in a major move to shake up the broadcasting landscape of the sport. The contract is a multi-year deal, with Sky confirmed as the UK and Irish broadcaster for all Zuffa Boxing events. At…

Sports betting blurs line between gambling and investing, financial advisor says: 'Market Madness'

Today on Sky Sports Racing: Sedgefield and Newcastle feature live on Thursday

It's all about the North East today as Sedgefield and Newcastle open their gates for competitive racing. A trio of last-time winners lock horns in the opening Winning Connections Conference Hire Handicap Chase at Sedgefield. Enjoy d'Allen returned…

Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. (ASO) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. (ASO) Q4 2025 Earnings Call March 17, 2026 10:00 AM EDT Dan Aldridge - Vice President of Investor Relations Steven Lawrence - CEO & Director Christopher Horvers - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Simeon…

PWHL reaches TV deal with Scripps Sports to air Walter Cup Finals to national U.S. audience in May

Scripps Sports is quickly broadening its coverage of pro women's hockey by adding the PWHL's Walter Cup Finals to its national TV schedule on ION in May, the league announced on Wednesday. The agreement means the best-of-five series will be…

This sports sedan is dark, moody and easy on the eye

What is it? The G80 is the premium Genesis sports sedan, and the Black a new variant for 2026. Visually, it's everything you'd expect from a model called Black. Genesis is the premium brand of South Korea's Hyundai Motor Group, which also owns Kia.