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How to exercise in a heatwave safely, according to the experts

Working out might be the last thing on your mind during a heatwave. But with a few adjustments, you can still exercise safely when it’s hot out if you want to.

Sport

Dutch cyclist Demi Vollering wins maiden women's Tour de France title

26-year-old Demi Vollering secured her title after coming in second in the individual time trial on Sunday.

World News

Gender inequality in sport: The challenges facing female athletes

Despite the progress made in women's sport, major challenges remain, particularly regarding equal pay, visibility and training conditions.

Sport

Denmark's Jonas Vingegaard wins second consecutive Tour de France

Denmark's Jonas Vingegaard wins second consecutive Tour de France with Jordi Meeus winning the final stage.

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France

Paris 2024: French towns say 'non merci' to Olympic torch relay

Citing costs, departments across France have turned down the chance to be in the world's spotlight. So, how much are they being asked to pay and is it worth it?

Climate

Could Paris be too hot for the Olympics next summer?

France has escaped the worst of the searing heat this summer but organisers are remaining "very vigilant" about temperature forecasts.

USA

Messi welcomed by thousands to Inter Miami in lavish ceremony

Argentinian footballer Lionel Messi has been welcomed at Inter Miami by fans who hope he can turn around the club's recent poor performance

United Kingdom

Unseeded Marketa Vondrousova wins women's singles final at Wimbledon

Vondrousova is the first unseeded finalist at Wimbledon since Billie Jean King made it that far in 1963

Sport

Spain's Bilbao sprints to first Tour de France win in sweltering heat

Jonas Vingegaard kept the yellow jersey at the end of a difficult stage 10 of the tour.

Culture news

Anyone for Tenniscore?

The growing fashion trend of Tenniscore is taking over. From pleated skirts to white polo tops, this summer's fashionistas are focused on taking tennis attire off the courts.

Sport

Former Giro champion Hindley claims yellow jersey as Pogacar loses out

On his Tour de France debut, former Giro d’Italia champion Jai Hindley took the yellow jersey in the race's fifth stage.

Culture news

Stormzy joins growing league of celebrity football club owners

Rapper Stormzy becomes joint owner of a lower league British football club and joins a number of celebrities investing in the sport.

Sport

Japanese judoka on amazing form in Ulaanbaatar

Japan takes all four gold medals up for offer on day two in Mongolia

Culture news

Michael Jordan sweat-stained 1992 'Dream Team' jersey goes on auction

Going for auction gold will be a Champion brand 1992 “Dream Team” USA commemorative jersey worn and later signed by Michael Jordan.

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WATCH: Norway's Taekwondo for seniors

The Taekwondo club in Norway was originally hoping for 4-6 participants when they started offering courses to elderly people, but they ended up with more than 70 participants.

Sport

A Big Finish To The Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam in Astana!

An elated crowd for a fantastic event in Kazakhstan with a great ending to an incredible competition

Sport

Greece's Teltsidou in blistering form on day two in Kazakhstan

Medals shared across the nations at Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam

Sport

Kazakh Gold in Astana, with Italy also succeeding

Kasakhstan take Gold in their home country at the World Judo Tour with Italy's Assunta Scutto winning her second Grand Slam Gold

Scenes

Meet the Qatari sportsman reviving the ancient tradition of horse archery

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In partnership with Media City, Qatar

Culture news

Padel: A guide to the world's fastest growing racket sport

Padel, the racket sport born in Mexico, has transcended borders and captured the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide, particularly gaining traction in Europe. Here's why you should join the padel phenomenon.