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Ronnie O’Sullivan eventually overcame women’s world number one Mink Nutcharut 6-3 after their match was delayed several times because of safety concerns. The 48-year-old hit two centuries – including a final frame break of 132 – to see off Thailand’s Nutcharut in the first round of the International Championship in Nanjing, China. But the start of the match had to …

British number one Katie Boulter was comfortably beaten in straight sets by Russian top seed Diana Shnaider in the final of the Hong Kong Open. Boulter, seeded second, was bidding to a win a third WTA title of the season but was never in the contest, losing 6-1 6-2 to the world number 14 in one hour 11 minutes. Shnaider …

Morgan Rogers and Brennan Johnson’s friendship dates back to their spell together at Lincoln City…. but how well do they really know each other? As Aston Villa’s Rogers and Tottenham’s Johnson prepare to face off on the pitch on Sunday, we put them to the test. WATCH: Johnson really confident Spurs can win trophy this season Read all the latest …

Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano may “run away” from Chantelle Cameron after watching her latest victory, says the English fighter. Cameron secured a unanimous decision against Patricia Berghult on Saturday to retain her interim WBC light-welterweight title. The former world champion, 33, had already said that she hopes to face the winner of Taylor’s clash with Serrano for the undisputed …

Watch Match of the Day analysis of Newcastle United’s “superb” performance as their “togetherness” and balanced left-hand side led them to overcoming a “jaded” Arsenal in their 1-0 victory at St James’ park. WATCH MORE: Arteta criticises ‘inconsistent’ Arsenal in defeat at Newcastle Available to UK users only.

Watch highlights as seventh-tier Kettering Town secure a famous upset against local rivals Northampton Town, winning 2-1 in the first round of the FA Cup at Sixfields Stadium. MATCH REPORT: Northampton Town 1-2 Kettering Town Available to UK users only.

Every tackle, turnover and successful dual was being celebrated long, loud and together by England’s players as they zeroed in on a first home win over New Zealand in 12 years. The biggest cheer though was reserved for referee Angus Gardner, whose voice was broadcast NFL-style over the stadium speakers – a new innovation for this autumn – as he …

Watch as Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta reflects on their second Premier League defeat in three games and credits Newcastle’s performance in their 1-0 defeat at St James’ park. READ MORE: Isak scores as Arsenal drop points at Newcastle Available to UK users only.

Swansea City and Wales midfielder Ollie Cooper is facing three months out because of a stress fracture in his foot. Cooper has been a regular for Swansea this season and has also made an impression in Craig Bellamy’s new-look Wales side. But the 24-year-old will be sidelined until 2025 after a scan revealed the injury issue. Cooper will miss Wales’ …

British number one Katie Boulter came through a tough test against Chinese sixth seed Yue Yuan to win 6-2 5-7 6-2 and reach the final of the Hong Kong Open. Boulter will play either Russian top seed Diana Shnaider or Canada’s defending champion Leylah Fernandez on Sunday as she bids for a third WTA title of the year. The second …