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For those who are not hardcore royal-watchers, the news of the Duchess of Kent's death at 92 inevitably makes one think of Wimbledon - and one player in particular.

Former Celtic player Bobo Balde has reportedly been admitted to a psychiatric hospital after an incident outside a school.

A veteran midfielder is nearing the end of his Manchester United career, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The transfer window may be closed, but Liverpool are still making moves to splash the cash.

Two sets of female powerhouses, the Red Roses and the Spice Girls, are to unite in a defining year for women's rugby.

The 48-year-old who hails from Tipperary, now lives near Beaworthy in Devon, returns to Stamford this September on 10-year-old gelding MGH Mr Messack.

The 50-year-old, who was born in Cork but now lives in Didcot, Oxfordshire, has represented his home nation in four Olympic Games throughout an incredible eventing career which has seen plenty of outings at the world-renowned Defender Burghley.

Aged just 23, the Shipston-on-Stour rider has saddled up for his third ever outing at Burghley House this week, returning with two horses.

The 29-year-old from Malpas in Cheshire, scored 34.4 on her first outing in the dressage phase of the world renowned horse event, atop of mare PSH ENCORE in what is their maiden test at Burghley.

Oscar Piastri will be sitting out the first practice session at the Italian Grand Prix - giving way for a Formula 2 prospect.