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Game over: abandoned sports venues that will never host again

Natural disasters, economic hardship and safety failings can spell the end for even the grandest sports venues. Find out why these desolate stadiums, arenas and complexes filled with history have been left to rot.

David Moyes to leave West Ham with next manager already lined up to replace him

David Moyes to leave West Ham with next manager already lined up to replace him - The 61-year-old agreed to depart the club this summer at the end of his existing contract

Biden fumbles again while awarding trophy to Army football coach

Coach Jeff Monken was standing a few feet away in the White House East Room when Biden asked, 'Where are you, coach' during his remarks. Biden was awarding a football trophy to Army.

Aussie-born gymnast Brown crosses Tasman to compete for NZ at Paris Olympics

The three-time Commonwealth Games medallist has competed at five world championships, but never the Olympics.

NRL referees boss rules on controversial non-call, as struggling Warriors search for answers

Graham Annesley has given his two cents on the DWZ incident, while a former Warrior makes his own assessments on where the team is going wrong.

Tuivasa-Sheck sidelined in injury blow for struggling Warriors, Montoya dropped

The star centre won't feature against Sydney Roosters this weekend - at the very least.

'Sort it out, mate': All Black calls out Invercargill Mayor over stalled Rugby Park repairs

Prop Ethan de Groot is a man of few words - until it comes to his home stadium.

Unsuspecting Americans braced for T20 World Cup cricket culture shock

One billion viewers around the world have US marketers seeing dollar signs.

UFC St Louis: Carlos Ulberg knocks out Alonzo Menifield in stunning fashion

Carlos Ulberg has recorded the third-fastest UFC light heavyweight finish ever.

Rory McIlroy files for divorce from wife Erica as marriage ‘irretrievably broken’

Rory McIlroy has filed for divorce from his wife of seven years, Erica Stoll, after claiming their marriage is “irretrievably broken”. The shock news was revealed here at the US PGA Championship, where starting on Thursday the world No 2 will attempt to win his first major in 10 years. The 36-year-old McIlroy was seen on the range without his weddi...

Are these the biggest steals of the 2024 NFL Draft?

Black Ferns v Canada: NZ side looking to ‘instill fear back into the fern’ in Pacific Four Series

'We’re just striving for consistently good performances; great performances.'

Casemiro given harsh message after Man Utd’s humiliation: ‘Move to the MLS or Saudi’

Casemiro given harsh message after Man Utd’s humiliation: ‘Move to the MLS or Saudi’ - Casemiro is one of the ‘modern greats’ but was a shadow of his former self in the 4-0 defeat at Selhurst Park

Pep Guardiola reveals his stars practiced on specially prepared pitch

Manchester City's manager Pep Guardiola held a press conference to discuss his team's strategy and expectations ahead of their upcoming Premier League away game against Fulham. Pep Guardiola reveals his stars practiced on specially prepared pitch.

Roy Keane calls Erling Haaland a ‘spoilt brat’ as war of words continues

Roy Keane calls Erling Haaland a ‘spoilt brat’ as war of words continues - Haaland dismissed previous criticism from Keane after the former Manchester United midfielder compared the striker to a ‘League Two’ player

Blow for Crusaders as Scott Barrett ruled out

There is more bad news for the defending champs as they enter must-win territory against the Highlanders on Saturday night.

PGA Championship: Ryan Fox looks to ride form from career-best PGA finish into year’s second major

Fox heads into the PGA Championship after finishing in a tie for fourth last week.

FIA planning harsher F1 penalties to clamp down on Magnussen Miami tactics

The FIA is planning to impose harsher penalties for Formula 1 drivers deliberately cutting the track to keep a position in the wake of Kevin Magnussen's antics in Miami.

Dortmund vs. Real Madrid: the Champions League final's first major controversy

UCLA legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Jimmy Johnson passes away

Pacific Four: Black Ferns cruise clear of USA in test opener - As it happened

Rookie fullback Mererangi Paul had a first-half hattrick of tries.

Tyson Fury prepares for heavyweight fight against Usyk in Riyadh

Fury and Usyk collide in Riyadh on Saturday night, with the winner becoming the first man to rule the division since Lennox Lewis in 2000 and the first to hold the WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO titles simultaneously.

Tuchel left fuming as late offisde call costs Bayern in semi-final defeat to Real Madrid

Thomas Tuchel says the offside call that cost Bayern Munich a late equaliser against Real Madrid in the semi-final of the Champions League 'would not have happened on the other side'. The result means Munich will finish the season without a trophy

Everton fan board calls on 777 to abandon their attempts to buy the Premier League club

Everton fan board calls on 777 to abandon their attempts to buy the Premier League club -

Why peaky F1 tyres caused 'acts of desperation' in Miami GP qualifying

Qualifying for Formula 1's Miami Grand Prix saw the rare phenomenon of certain drivers attempting to complete Q3 on mediums amid question marks over Pirelli's tyre behaviour.

McLaren defends itself over “lucky charm” Trump F1 appearance

McLaren has clarified that a garage visit by former US president Donald Trump ahead of Formula 1’s Miami Grand Prix was not a show of support for his political ambitions.

McLaren surprised upgraded F1 car had Red Bull-beating pace

McLaren boss Andrea Stella knew his team’s upgraded Formula 1 car was fast, but was surprised Max Verstappen had no answer for Lando Norris’s pace in the Miami Grand Prix.

Ardie Savea and Scott Barrett frontrunners for All Blacks captain but Scott Robertson coy on announcing

Scott Robertson indicates he has selected his All Blacks captain but won't reveal him yet.

Former Freemantle Docker Cam McCarthy tragically dies aged 29

Ange Postecoglou’s frustration with fans reveals a lot about Tottenham and football’s big picture

Ange Postecoglou’s frustration with fans reveals a lot about Tottenham and football’s big picture - The Spurs boss clashed with supporters over the desire to see the team lose to avoid handing rivals Arsenal the Premier League title but the situation feeds into wider narratives about the sport

Norris pleased to prove doubters wrong after maiden F1 win

Lando Norris says he never doubted he would become a winner in Formula 1, while being happy to prove wrong those who did.

'It doesn't look good': Matthijs de Ligt slams referee decision in CL

'It doesn't look good': De Ligt slams referee decision in Bayern's CL defeat. The Dutch defender was quick to slam the referee's decision for Bayern's dissalowed goal during their semi-final clash against Spanish giants Real Madrid.

'It's up to me to pick him': Robertson offers no guarantees over departing Cane's All Blacks selection

New coach Scott Robertson says Sam Cane will need to prove he's fit for test selection, after a lengthy injury layoff.

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter pleads guilty to transferring $17m from player’s bank account

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter pleads guilty to transferring $17m from player’s bank account - Ippei Mizuhara is accused of using the funds stolen from the Japanese superstar, who pitches and hits home runs, to pay off his own illegal gambling debts

'Let's go': Warriors turn to Nicoll-Klokstad as injuries strike deep into half options

At the start of the season, the Auckland club had a surfeit of halves... now not so much.

Undisputed champion Usyk shows off his moves ahead of fight

Fury and Usyk collide in Riyadh on Saturday night, with the winner becoming the first man to rule the division since Lennox Lewis in 2000 and the first to hold the WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO titles simultaneously.

Angel Reese, Cardoso debuts watched widely on fan's livestream after WNBA is unable to broadcast

Angel Reese, Cardoso debuts watched widely on fan's livestream after WNBA is unable to broadcast - The WNBA debuts of Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso were widely watched on a social media livestream from a fan who stepped in when the league’s app couldn’t broadcast the game

Why Jurgen Klopp could get a touchline ban and miss Liverpool goodbye

Why Jurgen Klopp could get a touchline ban and miss Liverpool goodbye - Klopp will leave Liverpool at the end of the season after nearly nine years at the helm but faces missing out on his Anfield farewell

The 10 most overrated NBA players right now, including one big surprise

NRL: Warriors veteran Jazz Tevaga concedes standards have dropped as 2024 struggles continue

The 38-18 defeat to the Roosters last weekend was a new low in a difficult campaign.

Warriors coach baffled by bunker's decision not to award penalty try in loss to Knights

"It looked like he was going to deadset score for all money."

Indy 500: Schedule and how to watch IndyCar’s biggest race in 2024

The Indianapolis 500 is finally here and will host round five of the 2024 IndyCar Series, so this is how and when you can watch all of the action.

Olympic Boxing faces its 'worst nightmare'

World Boxing will need more countries to join the new international body if the sport is to be a part of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

Manchester United’s season hits new low after Crystal Palace humiliation

Manchester United’s season hits new low after Crystal Palace humiliation - Crystal Palace 4-0 Man Utd: European qualification now at risk as Erik ten Hag’s side were dismantled at Selhurst Park

'Today was my day': Lando Norris beams after winning first Grand Prix

Lando Norris ended Max Verstappen's crushing winning streak by claiming the maiden victory of his career in Sunday's Miami Grand Prix.

'It's my liking for him to be there': Papali'i casts vote for next All Blacks captain

Sam Cane's likely successor in the No. 7 jersey has made it clear who he'd like to see take the skipper's armband.

Novak Djokovic releases statement after being struck on the head at Italian Open

Djokovic has updated fans on his condition after shocking incident.

NRL: Kiwis star Joseph Manu outlines All Blacks hopes after sealing Japanese rugby union switch

The 27-year-old is trading the NRL for Japan in 2025.

Angry Jamie Carragher tells ‘awful’ Antony to ‘just get off the pitch’ after Manchester United debacle

Angry Jamie Carragher tells ‘awful’ Antony to ‘just get off the pitch’ after Manchester United debacle - Erik ten Hag’s side were thrashed 4-0 at Selhurst Park

Michael Owen urges Manchester United to sack Erik Ten Hag before FA Cup final

Michael Owen urges Manchester United to sack Erik Ten Hag before FA Cup final - Michael Owen spoke out about Erik Ten Hag and makes damning FA Cup final prediciton