Will to win may help Johanna Konta carry British hopes

Johanna Konta is starting her Australian Open campaign in a year that could see her take that final step up to become a Grand Slam winner.

What week one tells us about the 2018 Six Nations

The first weekend of the Six Nations gave the experts and fans plenty to chew over as at least one pre-tournament prediction has been left looking distinctly shaky.

How Pep Guardiola took Manchester City to the top

Manchester City are running away with the Premier League, thanks to the latest formulation of Pep Guardiola's tiki-taka model.

Rafael Nadal's grass court challenge

Rafael Nadal's appearance at the Queen's Club could be the key to a successful grass court season - and with it retention of his world number one status.

Kyle Edmunds' ranking challenge

Kyle Edmund's ATP ranking is already at a career high, but it could rise a lot further over the first few months of 2018.

Can Serena make a successful comeback?

Serena Williams is back in action - but how soon will she be playing in the big tournaments?

Hopes high for English Champions League winner after strong show

This week's Champions League action has boosted hopes of an English winner this season.

How Roger Federer has spent 303 weeks at the top

Roger Federer's return to the world number one position has broken yet more records, 14 years to the month after he first held top spot.

Why India will challenge England this summer

India may have lost to South Africa, but they showed enough quality in alien conditions to suggest they may justify their leading Test ranking against England this summer.

England's Rome Six Nations selection emphasises bonus points

England will be fielding the strongest possible side as they aim for a high-scoring start to their defence of the Six Nations title.

Is Petra Kvitova the one to watch at Wimbledon 2018?

Petra Kvitova looks to be back to her best after beating three reigning Grand Slam champions in the course of winning back-to-back titles.

The greatest Epsom Derby races

The Derby has been running since 1780 - and many of its races have been true epics.

Famous races in the history of the Cheltenham Festival

The Cheltenham Festival has seen some epic races down the years as legends of the racing world have made their mark.

Can Novak Djokovic recapture past glories at Wimbledon?

Novak Djokovic has had surgery to cure his elbow problems, but can he find the motivation to shine again at Wimbledon?

England's defence shows sign of all-round strength

After a superb attacking display in Rome, it was England's defending that attracted the analyst's eye in the 12-6 win over Wales at Twickenham.

Who will win the Champions League race?

The battle for three of England's four Champions League spots looks set to be a thriller.

The origins of the Cheltenham Festival

Thousands will watch the runners and riders in the Cheltenham Gold Cup today, but the event had its beginnings in a very different setting.

Can Kyle Edmunds carry Murray's mantle?

Kyle Edmund is the only British man in the draw at the Australian Open, but he has already made a big impact.

In a spin - what Adil Rashid's white ball decision means for England

Adil Rashid's decision to concentrate on limited overs cricket could open up opportunities for emerging English spinners this summer.

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