General Sports 8-Hour Briefing
×Winter Olympics Highlights
Team USA made history by beating Canada 2-1 in overtime to win the men's Olympic ice hockey gold medal, their first in 46 years. Jack Hughes scored the decisive goal in overtime, cementing his status as the "golden boy" of American hockey. The US achieved multiple historic firsts at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, setting new records along the way.
T20 World Cup Action
Will Jacks continues his impressive form for England, delivering once again at the T20 World Cup despite being labeled a "Jack of all trades" by teammate Harry Brook. England secured a commanding 51-run victory over co-hosts Sri Lanka in their opening Super 8s match, with bowlers shining and Phil Salt hitting a blistering 62 to set up the win. Salt's performance ignited England's campaign as they look to build on this strong start.
Winter Sports Results
Sweden claimed gold in the women's curling event, beating Switzerland 6-5 with their final stone to secure victory. Great Britain celebrated bronze medal success as Zoe Atkin expressed her delight with her halfpipe performance, while Eileen Gu defended her Olympic ski halfpipe title to claim her sixth Olympic medal. Laura Muir enjoyed a winning return to the Scottish cross-country championships, winning gold 14 years after her previous appearance at the event.
Rugby & Other Sports
The Welsh Rugby Union faces an extraordinary general meeting with a vote of no confidence in chair Richard Collier-Keywood following recent struggles. Rondale Moore, the Minnesota Vikings receiver, has died aged, with the team paying tribute to the young athlete. Megan Keith broke Eilish Mc Colgan's European 10km record by one second, demonstrating the continued strength of British distance running.