Bruno Fernandes and Wayne Rooney, both former Manchester United captains, discussed their shared experiences at the club. Fernandes recalled watching England’s defeat to Portugal in Euro 2004 as a child. Fernandes also spoke about the possibility of winning individual awards.
Sorana Cîrstea, currently ranked 26th in the world, trained at the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid ahead of her match against Coco Gauff. Cirstea is preparing for what she anticipates will be a complicated match against Gauff. Belinda Bencic complimented Cirstea’s physique in response to training photos.
Pace groups have been confirmed for the London Marathon. Tigst Assefa will be aiming to be taken through halfway in 67:30, inside her own women-only world record. Pacemakers include Tsigie Gebreselama, Miriam Chebet, and Anchinalu Dessie.
Coco Gauff is set to face Sorana Cirstea in the third round of the WTA Mutua Madrid Open. Other matches to watch include Pliskova vs Mertens, Ostapenko vs Potapova, and Samsonova vs Noskova.
Leeds United are set to appear in their first FA Cup semi-final in almost 40 years, facing Chelsea at Wembley. For Leeds fans, this match is significant, with some prioritising it less than their Premier League survival. One fan plans to take his 90-year-old mum to the final if Leeds make it.
Inspired to run your first 26.2 miles? Seasoned runners share their go-to kit, from race-day shoes to free apps. There’s no reason why you couldn’t tick off your first marathon in 2026, with plenty of places still up for grabs at autumn marathons around the UK.
The London Marathon 2026 is underway, with Marcel Hug leading the elite men’s wheelchair race and aiming to equal David Weir’s record. In the elite women’s race, the pace is faster than expected. Several participants are attempting Guinness World Records titles.
Olympic gold medallist Alex Yee relies on a specific pre-race routine and diet. As he prepares for the London Marathon, Yee highlights the importance of plain foods and a surprising staple. The Londoner swears by bananas, which cost as little as 16p.
Jess Warner-Judd is preparing for her London Marathon debut in 2026. This follows a challenging period that included an epilepsy diagnosis after she collapsed during a race in Rome. She describes this opportunity as a ‘second chance’.
Abbott World Marathon Majors has released ‘Paula Radcliffe: Chasing Stars’, a documentary about the marathon champion. The film documents Radcliffe’s pursuit of the Six Star medal, awarded to runners who complete the six original races in the Abbott World Marathon Majors series. It is available on the AbbottWMM YouTube channel.
