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'She's most gifted female British sprinter ever'

Ex-World indoor champion Richard Kilty calls 15-year-old Celine Obinna-Alo "the most naturally gifted female British sprinter ever".

Innovation, evolution, revolution - golf's new faces championing change

With an influx of new people at the head of the sport's most important bodies, the groundwork is being laid for rapid change, writes Iain Carter.

'150th Open champion Smith needs more than a cool number plate'

Cam Smith admits "it's in my head" as he tries to deal with his career stalling since winning the 150th Open and then joining LIV, writes Iain Carter.

The Benn story - faith, fighting and finding peace

BBC Sport interviews Conor Benn ahead of his bout with Chris Eubank Jr.

Church told me I was possessed by demons aged 12

Conor Benn tells BBC Sport about growing up in an "extreme" Christian school, being told he was "demon-possessed" and how he had to rebuild a relationship with his father Nigel.

The Eubanks: Like Father, Like Son

One of Britain’s iconic boxing families reunites to confront legacy, loss and fatherhood.

Menzies Campbell: Athlete, lawyer and formidable politician

The former Liberal Democrat leader was one of the UK parliament's most distinctive and authoritative voices.

How 'choosing the hard path' helped Hunt claim superb 200m silver

Great Britain's Amy Hunt announces herself on the global stage by claiming a stunning 200m silver in her first major final at the World Championships in Tokyo.

Ricky Hatton: A Tribute

Paying tribute to former world champion boxer Ricky 'the Hitman' Hatton.

My 30-year-old world record 'not a good sign for athletics' - Edwards

Jonathan Edwards' triple jump world record has been standing for 30 years - why hasn't it been broken?

The Chipping Forecast

Andrew, Iain and Eddie looks back at Scottie Scheffler's dominant win at Portrush.

The Chipping Forecast

Andrew, Iain and Eddie look ahead to The Open at Royal Port Rush

The Chipping Forecast

Eddie talks us through the pain of having to withdraw from a tournament he was leading.

The Chipping Forecast

Eddie golfs again, Iain snubs Frisco, and Andrew vents about crime in Hammersmith.

Couch to 5k - Top tips to get started with running

Guests from BBC Sport's new Couch to 5k podcast share their top tips to get started with running.

Listen: Kieran McGeeney in conversation with Tommy Rooney

OTB's GAA correspondent Tommy Rooney undertook an hour's stroll with Armagh's Sam Maguire-winning...

'You're under arrest' - how Ngamba made history against all odds

Cindy Ngamba shares her incredible story from refugee to Olympic medallist.

'I gave everything to boxing and still have nothing'

Heather Hardy tells BBC Sport how she is adapting to life outside of boxing after the former world champion was left with a life-threatening injury.

Off The Ball and Bank of Ireland announce new rugby sponsorship

Off The Ball, Ireland’s leading sports media group, has signed a 12-month rugby partnership with Bank of Ireland.

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'This is an abuse of a safety law!' | Matt Williams on Ireland’s first 6-2 split | WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUGBY

The 6-2 split is an 'abuse of a safety law' and should be outlawed by World Rugby, according to former Leinster coach Matt Williams.

Joe McCarthy 'really is an exceptional beast!' | WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUGBY

Joe McCarthy has given Andy Farrell his biggest headache ahead of Ireland's Six Nations opener with France, according to The Irish Times' Gerry Thornley.

'There's something missing with Gavin Coombes' | Brian O'Driscoll on the Ireland squad

Gavin Coombes might not be showing the Ireland management enough at training to be selected ahead of the likes of Jack Conan, according to Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll.

Who is challenging Hugo Keenan at fullback? | WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUGBY

Ireland needs someone to challenge Hugo Keenan at fullback, in order to start building depth there, according to Keith Wood and Fiona Hayes.

Garry Ringrose should start on the wing against France | BRIAN O'DRISCOLL

Andy Farrell will need to get his best players on the pitch for France, which means playing Garry Ringrose at 14, according to Brian O'Driscoll.

'The rugby I'm watching at the highest level is the most skilful I've ever seen' | LIAM TOLAND

Elite rugby is the most skilful it has ever been, but kids must still be allowed to explore and flourish in less-structured coaching systems, says former Leinster and Munster loose forward Liam Toland.

'I would definitely want to see Prendergast in Ireland's Six Nations squad' | KEITH WOOD

Sam Prendergast should be brought into the Ireland set up sooner rather than later, according to Munster and Ireland legend Keith Wood.

Referees taking back control is a good thing for rugby | WEDNESDAY NIGHT RUGBY

The fact that referees are taking a harder line on players complaining is a good thing for rugby and harkens back to the old days.

'You're not going to be a dick if you're Andy Farrell's son!' | BRIAN O'DRISCOLL

Owen Farrell's brave decision to step back from international rugby should stress the importance of differentiating the player from the man, according to Irish legend Brian O'Driscoll.