Oasis documentary earns £2.66m at UK box office
Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger concert film grossed £2.66m in its opening weekend in UK and Ireland cinemas, ahead of the band's newly announced 2027 world tour dates.
Category : Athletics
Woman loses 8st 3lbs, becomes bodybuilder after daily swims
Megan Winstanley, 31, lost 8st 3lbs through daily 30-minute swims and a diet overhaul, becoming a competitive bodybuilder placing second in her latest show.
GB duo win World Boccia gold in Seoul
Stephen McGuire MBE and Sophie Newnham won gold at the World Boccia Championships in Seoul, beating China 4-3 in a tense final with a decisive last shot.
Hampshire D40 Quest win national title as disability cricket grows
Hampshire's D40 Quest side won the national final with a 117-run victory over Lancashire, while a record number of players benefit from weekly disability cricket coaching.
Hope Regan, 20, secures first professional win at Chepstow
Hope Regan, 20, from Warwickshire, won her first professional race on Arnaz at Chepstow on August 9, after around 30 attempts, and now targets a full professional jockey career.
Belper teen wins 120km endurance ride
Fifteen-year-old Hollie Brewell from Belper won a 120km endurance ride in Norfolk, her first at this level, with her horse Cotswolds Shaquille, who also earned Best Condition.
Warrington Masters swimmers shine in world and European rankings
Warrington Masters swimmers have earned top rankings in the 2025 World Masters and European lists, with Ben Harkin leading in breaststroke events. Laura Moran and Andy Murphy also won at Windermere EPIC.
Monmouth swimmers shine at Swim Wales Summer Championships
Six swimmers from Haberdashers' Monmouth School claimed national medals, reached finals and recorded personal bests at the Swim Wales Summer Championships, with two pupils now ranked among the UK's top 20 in their age groups.
Butlin's Skegness manager at Commonwealth Powerlifting
Anastasia Greenwood, 22, fairground assistant manager at Butlin's Skegness, will represent Team England in bench press at the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships in Canada next month.
Hudson-Smith Historic at Birmingham 2026
Matt Hudson-Smith became the first British man to win 400m gold at a European Championships, setting a championship record at the Birmingham 2026 finals.
Hodgkinson denied 800m gold by Werro at Birmingham 2026
Keely Hodgkinson missed out on 800m gold at Birmingham 2026, finishing second behind Switzerland's Audrey Werro, who won in 1:58.34.
Faulds bounces back with fastest heat in Birmingham
Josh Faulds, disqualified at the Commonwealth Games, won his 400m hurdles heat in 48.90s, qualifying fastest for the semi-finals in Birmingham.
Amy Hunt wins 200m gold at Birmingham 2026, double
Amy Hunt clinched 200m gold at Birmingham 2026, adding to her 100m title, with a brilliant run that sealed a golden double for the British sprinter.
Bronze medallist back at McDonald's after Games
Summer Shaw, 22, won judo bronze at the Commonwealth Games, then returned to her part-time McDonald's job, highlighting funding gaps in lesser-supported sports.
Keely Hodgkinson reaches final after rival falls at Birmingham 2026
Keely Hodgkinson qualified for the final at the Birmingham 2026 World Indoor Championships after her rival fell in the heats. The Olympic champion eased through.
Hudson-Smith Eyes World Domination Post-Birmingham 2026
European champion Matt Hudson-Smith sets sights on global success after Birmingham 2026, aiming to conquer the world stage.
British 800m duo progress after record-breaking morning
British 800m duo progress at Birmingham 2026 after record-breaking morning, with both athletes advancing to the next round.
Keely Hodgkinson cruises through 800m heats at Birmingham 2026
Keely Hodgkinson advanced comfortably to the 800m semifinals at the Birmingham 2026 European Championships, finishing second in her heat with a time of 2:02.45.
Amy Hunt Wins 100m Gold at Birmingham 2026
Amy Hunt claimed 100m gold on Birmingham 2026 opening night, setting a championship record of 11.22 seconds. The 23-year-old sprinter triumphed in front of a packed Alexander Stadium crowd.
Skegness ace Tom Jarvis stunned at Europe Smash
Tom Jarvis, world No 43, lost 3-2 to India's Harmeet Desai in qualifying at Europe Smash, despite leading 2-0 and 3-1 in third. He next plays in Bulgaria.
Day One of European Athletics Championships in Birmingham
Day one of the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham saw thrilling performances and a vibrant atmosphere. Here are 25 standout pictures capturing the action, emotion, and excitement from the opening day.
Wirral swimmers shine at national championships
Wirral swimmers won multiple golds at the Swim England National Championships, including Bethan James' three personal bests, while Freya Anderson took silver at the Commonwealth Games.
Ware Festival of Running Raises £12,000 for Air Ambulance
Over 600 runners raised £12,000 for Essex and Herts Air Ambulance at the Ware Festival of Running, which included 10-mile, 10k and children's races, selling out weeks early.
Des Clarke Heads Half Marathon Heroes for Charity
Des Clarke and 50 Heart Scotland listeners will run the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run half marathon on 4 October 2026 to raise money for Make Some Noise, with a minimum £300 pledge per runner.
Breast Cancer Survivor Wins Four Silver Medals in Dragon Boat
Louise Rowland, a 56-year-old breast cancer survivor from Dorset, won four silver medals for Great Britain at the European Dragon Boat Championships in Munich, competing with Team GB's Breast Cancer Paddlers.
Matt Hudson-Smith Backed by Consistency Before Birmingham
Matt Hudson-Smith believes a breakthrough is near after consistent 44-second 400m runs, setting him up for European Championships in Birmingham next month.
New Baking Experience Coming to Bullring Link Street
Work has begun on a new baking experience venue called 'Ready Steady Make It' on Link Street in Birmingham, promising a fun activity for friends, couples, and parties, opening this autumn.
Bonnie Tyler's Husband Robert Sullivan: Olympic Judo Star
Bonnie Tyler's husband of 53 years, Robert Sullivan, was a British Olympic judo competitor at the 1972 Munich Games and a successful property investor with a portfolio of 22 homes.
Birmingham Road Closures for European Athletics Championships
Birmingham will host the European Athletics Championships for the first time in the UK, with road closures on August 14-16 for marathon and race walk events. Plan ahead.
DSA Charity Golf Day: Join the Fundraiser
Doncaster Sheffield Airport is hosting a charity golf day on August 17 at Styrrup Hall Golf Club to raise funds for Eve Merton Dreams Trust and Mayflower Sanctuary. 24 teams needed.
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