Cris Cyborg, one of the greatest women’s mixed martial artists of all time, has confirmed she plans to retire from MMA in 2026 to pursue “different dreams,” including a career as a veterinarian. The 40-year-old Brazilian fighter has enjoyed a glittering 20-year career across multiple promotions, winning world titles and thrilling fans with her aggressive

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Aberdeen’s European campaign came to an early end as they were defeated by Conference League leaders Strasbourg at Pittodrie Stadium, exiting the competition without a win and a game to spare. Despite a valiant effort from Jimmy Thelin’s side, the Scottish Cup winners were unable to turn their promising display into the points needed to

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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has proposed that youth athletes from Russia and Belarus should be allowed to compete for their countries at international events, including both individual and team competitions. The recommendation was supported at a recent Olympic Summit in Switzerland and could take effect in time for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in

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The BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025 shortlist has been officially announced, highlighting six athletes who have delivered extraordinary performances over the past year. Fans can vote for their favourite during the live broadcast on BBC One and the BBC iPlayer on Thursday, 18 December 2025. The nominees for the main award are: Hannah

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Former England wicketkeeper Matt Prior has called on current keeper Jamie Smith to embrace his role as the “heartbeat” of the team as England looks to recover from a 2-0 deficit in the 2025–26 Ashes series against Australia. Smith Struggling in Recent Matches Jamie Smith has faced a challenging start to the series, scoring single-digit

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Sir Chris Hoy, six-time Olympic champion and Britain’s second-most decorated Olympic athlete, has suffered a serious leg injury in what he described as the “worst crash” of his cycling career. The 49-year-old confirmed he is currently on crutches, hobbling around after the accident, but remains in good spirits despite the setback. Hoy Describes Crash as

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American rapper Snoop Dogg has been officially named an “honorary coach” for Team USA at the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, Italy. The announcement was made by the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) on Thursday, highlighting Snoop Dogg’s role in celebrating and supporting American athletes off the field. Celebrating Team

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Crystal Palace cruised to a commanding 3-0 victory over Shelbourne in Dublin, taking a major step toward securing a place in the last 16 of the UEFA Conference League. The Premier League side showcased their attacking prowess, with first-half goals from Christantus Uche, Eddie Nketiah, and Yeremy Pino putting the visitors in complete control. First-Half

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Grand Slam Track (GST), the innovative athletics competition backed by Olympic legend Michael Johnson, has voluntarily filed for bankruptcy in the United States amid months of financial challenges. Despite this setback, Johnson has pledged to continue pursuing the competition’s long-term vision. Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing GST has entered a court-supervised reorganisation under Chapter 11 bankruptcy,

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As the January transfer window approaches, several Premier League and European clubs are making early moves and exploring potential deals. According to the latest reports, Bayern Munich, Tottenham Hotspur, and Aston Villa are among the clubs planning key talks and decisions in the coming weeks. Bayern Munich Eye Marc Guehi Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing

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