O’Brien golden-point drop goal condemns Wakefield to relegation
Wakefield Trinity were relegated after 24 years in the Super League thanks to Gareth O’Brien’s extra-time drop goal for Leigh Leopards. Source
Wakefield drop confirmed in heartbreaking fashion | Super League highlights
Highlights from the Betfred Super League clash between Leigh Leopards and Wakefield Trinity. Source
Borthwick highlights World Rugby ‘lack of consistency’ over red cards
Steve Borthwick has accused World Rugby of taking an inconsistent approach to disciplinary issues as the England head coach continues to contend with suspensions for his squad members. Source
Wakefield relegated from Super League after loss at Leigh
Wakefield went down fighting at Leigh Sports Village as Gareth O’Brien’s dramatic golden point drop goal signalled a heart-breaking end to their 24-year-stay in the Super League. Source
New Zealand thrashing of Namibia marred by late De Groot red card
New Zealand overcame Namibia 71-3 in Toulouse with a ruthless display of attacking to get off the mark in Pool A of the Rugby World Cup. Source
Leicester romp past woeful Southampton
Leicester romped past Southampton as they cruised to a 4-1 victory at St Mary’s. Source
‘Watch what I do!’ – Rodgers says doubters will fuel return from surgery
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he’ll use doubters as motivation in his rehabilitation from Achilles tendon surgery and indicates he’ll play football again – perhaps even this season. Source
‘Machine’ Malan nails World Cup place but time running out for Roy
Jason Roy’s back problems gave Dawid Malan the chance to forward his World Cup claims in England’s ODI series against New Zealand – and forward them he did. Source
Tearful Murray reveals missing gran’s funeral as GB claim Davis Cup win
An emotional Andy Murray revealed he missed his grandmother’s funeral to help Great Britain to victory on Friday against Switzerland in the Davis Cup. Source
Toffolo’s poor mental health contributed to betting breaches
Harry Toffolo’s deteriorating mental health and belief his football career was in decline was “very substantial mitigation” for him breaching FA betting rules, according to an independent regulatory commission. Source