Emma Raducanu spoke of her pride at running world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka so close in their thrilling third-round clash at the Cincinnati Open. The 22-year-old was edged out 7-6 (7-3) 4-6 7-6 (7-5) in an epic contest lasting three hours and nine minutes, a month on from also giving Sabalenka a scare at Wimbledon.

England defender Jess Carter has admitted she felt “relief” that her team-mate Lauren James wasn’t the only player to miss a penalty against Sweden during the Euro quarter-final penalty shoot-out. Eventual winners, England, edged past Sweden after coming out victorious on penalties. James, who stepped up for the second spot-kick, saw her attempt saved by

The top stories and transfer rumours from Tuesday’s newspapers… THE SUN Brighton have reportedly rejected Manchester United’s opening bid for Carlos Baleba – which included a player as part of the deal. Man Utd and Chelsea are reportedly considering moves for Gianluigi Donnarumma after he was not included in Paris Saint-Germain’s 22-player squad for the

Emma Raducanu came close to a huge upset of world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the third round of the Cincinnati Open, losing out 7-6 (7-3) 4-6 7-6 (7-5) in an epic contest lasting three hours and nine minutes. Within that, there was an incredible 23-minute game in the deciding set in which Raducanu, taken

Liverpool’s Summer Transfer Push: Focusing on Depth and Strategy Liverpool’s summer transfer dealings have been eye-catching, with the club making significant strides in strengthening their squad ahead of the new season. Under the guidance of Arne Slot, the Reds have already bolstered their ranks with several key signings, including Giorgi Mamardashvili, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez,