General Sports 8-Hour Briefing
×Six Nations & Rugby
Darcy Graham scored an early try to give Scotland the lead over France in the Six Nations at Murrayfield. The hosts made a flying start in Edinburgh with Graham's score setting the tone for what could be a crucial match for both teams.
Cricket
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner says his team are keen to "break hearts" in the T20 World Cup final against India. The Kiwis will need to overcome the all-conquering Indian side to claim their first major global trophy.
Test Cricket
Annabel Sutherland hit a sparkling 129 to help Australia take control of the one-off day-night Test against India in Perth. The Australian all-rounder's innings has put her team in a commanding position on day two.
College Basketball
Caleb Wilson's injury leaves North Carolina without their star freshman as the stakes rise in their rivalry with Duke. While the Tar Heels will miss his presence, analysts say his NBA draft stock shouldn't plummet due to the injury.
Boxing
Jai Opetaia faces losing his IBF cruiserweight title if he goes ahead with a fight for a Zuffa Boxing belt against Brandon Glanton on Sunday. The Australian champion's decision to pursue the Zuffa title creates a difficult dilemma.
College Sports Culture
Duke's annual "ordering test" for Krzyzewskiville has a median score of just 43.2% among takers. The unusual exam determines which students get the best seats in the famed "Cameron Crazies" student section.
Winter Paralympics
Fred Warburton took up ski racing to impress his Italian father-in-law and is now competing for Great Britain at the Winter Paralympics. The British skier's journey to the Games began with a personal motivation.
England Cricket
Brendon McCullum says he makes "no apologies" for running an informal dressing room as England coach. The former New Zealand captain rejects perceptions that his approach is casual despite the relaxed atmosphere.
Welsh Rugby
Wales showed progress in their latest international despite suffering another loss. Pride has been restored after some Irish pundits were denigrating Welsh rugby before Friday's game.
NBA
Victor Wembanyama helped the San Antonio Spurs make a 25-point comeback against the Los Angeles Clippers. The French superstar called it "one of the best wins" of his young NBA career.
Formula 1
George Russell was surprised by just how quick his Mercedes proved to be in Australian Grand Prix qualifying. Meanwhile, Lando Norris expressed frustration after qualifying, unhappy with what he called "worst cars."
Winter Paralympics Medals
Para-alpine skier Varvara Voronchikhina won Russia's first medal of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics with downhill bronze. The achievement marks a significant moment for the Russian team at these Games.
UFC
Max Holloway discusses his trademark 'point-down' celebration before facing Charles Oliveira for the BMF title at UFC 326 in Las Vegas. The Hawaiian fighter says the gesture makes him "feel alive" despite coaches' reservations.
Tennis
British doubles player Henry Patten describes his dramatic escape from Dubai amid Middle East conflict. Patten recounts explosions, fighter jets, and aborted border crossings during his journey out of the region.