Ross Smith says he “definitely” deserves a Premier League debut after claiming his second televised major title of the season at the Machineseeker European Championship. The decision isn’t his to make, but another statement win has strengthened his case for a place among darts’ elite.
Liam Dawson says England are desperate to bounce back after agonising losses to Sri Lanka and Pakistan left their place in the ODI tri-series final hanging by a thread. England now need Pakistan to beat Sri Lanka, then must thrash Sri Lanka themselves—but Dawson believes the setbacks can provide valuable lessons ahead of next year’s World Cup in southern Africa.
Australia’s innings-and-31-run defeat in the second Test exposed fresh cracks in a fragile batting lineup, with the team bowled out for just 99 in the first innings. After a crushing loss, selectors face tough calls before the Cape Town decider, where Australia must find answers fast to keep the series fight alive.
Tom Trbojevic scored three tries as Australia survived a fierce Fiji challenge to win 36-22 in Brisbane and remain unbeaten at the Rugby League World Cup. Semi Valemei also crossed three times for Fiji, whose fearless four-try performance made the hosts work hard for victory and showed the tournament’s underdogs can trouble the favourites.
An NYC-based shopping editor highlights the warm socks she would wear for winter walks, with picks designed to pair with boots and shoes. The guide offers readers practical options for staying comfortable in cold weather.
Lewis Hamilton shared that he got a gold gift for Kim Kardashian’s four children. The detail offers a glimpse into the Formula One star’s connection with Kardashian and her family.
‘The Affair’ and ‘Scenes From a Marriage’ creator Hagai Levi won best international series for ‘Etty’ at Barcelona’s Serielizados, while Jorge and Alberto Sánchez-Cabezudo’s ‘Killing a Bear’ claimed best national series. ‘El Observatorio’ also won the festival’s Mind the Gap pitch prize.
Erivo hosted ‘SNL U.K.’ and joined Ayoade Bamgboye, who played Elphaba, for a lo-fi, melodramatic spoof of ‘Wicked.’ Wearing a blonde wig and pink velour tracksuit, Erivo’s Glinda jokes that she wants “a BBL that defies gravity.”
Emily Osment requested an intimacy coordinator while filming ‘Young Sheldon’ because she was concerned about the age gap with co-star Montana Jordan, according to Jessica Radloff’s new book about the series. The show did not feature sex scenes, but Osment said Jordan was very young when they worked together.
Giant Sequoia delivered an emphatic performance to claim the Futurity Trophy, giving trainer Aidan O’Brien a record-extending 13th victory in the prestigious race. The triumph adds another milestone to O’Brien’s remarkable record and puts the spotlight on a powerful young horse with a standout win.
