How key F1 meetings could have huge implications on 2026 season How key F1 meetings could have huge implications on 2026 season

The final test of the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season gets under way on Wednesday, but the most crucial action of the day may well be away from the track at the Bahrain International Circuit.

February 17, 2026, 18:30
Australian player claims tennis is 'racist' and 'misogynistic' as she quits the sport Australian player claims tennis is 'racist' and 'misogynistic' as she quits the sport

Australia's Destanee Aiava has announced her retirement from tennis at the age of 25 and claims she is turning her back on the game's "racist, misogynistic, homophobic and hostile" culture.

February 17, 2026, 17:52
I Am Maximus heads the weights for another Grand National I Am Maximus heads the weights for another Grand National

I Am Maximus, winner of the Randox Grand National in 2024 and second last season, heads the weights for this year's Aintree spectacular.

February 17, 2026, 17:09
Saka signs new five-year deal with Arsenal Saka signs new five-year deal with Arsenal

Bukayo Saka has signed a new five-year contract at Arsenal, Sky Sports News understands.

February 17, 2026, 17:00
Sexton: Abuse will have marred Edogbo's Ireland debut Sexton: Abuse will have marred Edogbo's Ireland debut

Ireland coach Johnny Sexton says online abuse directed at debutant Edwin Edogbo will have marred a special day for him and his family.

February 17, 2026, 16:57
Itauma: I'd love a shot at Usyk! Itauma: I'd love a shot at Usyk!

Rising heavyweight phenom Moses Itauma would welcome a fight with the best in the division, Oleksandr Usyk.

February 17, 2026, 18:00
'X-factor' Pollock to make first England start vs Ireland as Itoje set for 100th cap 'X-factor' Pollock to make first England start vs Ireland as Itoje set for 100th cap

Henry Pollock will make his first Test start in Saturday's Six Nations clash against Ireland, with captain Maro Itoje poised to earn his 100th England cap.

February 17, 2026, 15:45