Newcastle striker Obafemi Martins has admitted he would find it hard to turn down Arsenal if they attempted to sign him.

Manchester United may yet kick off next season without Cristiano Ronaldo - but the club insist it will not be because he is being sold to Real Madrid.

The Williams sisters will contest their third Wimbledon final on Saturday afternoon without the reassuring presence of father Richard in the stands.

Roger Federer has admitted he faces one of the greatest challenges of his career to extend what he calls his "perfect" Wimbledon campaign for one more match and claim his record-breaking sixth title in a row.

Former England bowling coach Allan Donald believes Steve Harmison's "fear" of the Test arena may prevent him from returning to the biggest stage.

Leeds are desperately hoping the misery of their latest engage Super League defeat is not compounded by the loss of inspirational captain Kevin Sinfield for their Wembley bid.

Liverpool striker Fernando Torres believes pressure from Rafael Benitez and inspiration from Steven Gerrard have helped him to become a global superstar and European champion.

Renault's Fernando Alonso has revealed his new-found respect for trackside marshals after finding himself with a grandstand seat for Felipe Massa's huge accident in Friday's practice session ahead of the British Grand Prix.

Manchester City captain Richard Dunne ended speculation about his future by signing a new four-year contract with the club.

Sergio Garcia burst into contention for the European Open on Friday with a second round 64, his lowest round of the year.

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