All news by author: Benjamin Goddard

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Darts world champ signed petition to bring back walk-on girls after brutal axing
The head of the Professional Darts Corporation Barry Hearn, announced that walk-on girls would be removed from events with a backlash from fans and players alike
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Sir Nick Faldo questions Rory McIlroy as star gives in-play Masters interview
The world No.3 came into the Masters after showing some good form but faces missing the cut after hitting a five-over par 77 second round with some questioning his use of in-play interviews
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Boris Becker claims he was 'surrounded by murderers and rapists' in prison
The three-time Wimbledon champion spent eight months in prison after being found guilty of four charges under the Insolvency Act and has documented his experience in a new documentary
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Lewis Hamilton plays role as decision made on Brad Pitt's co-star in F1 movie
The seven-time world champion will play a key role as a producer and advisor in the F1 movie which will be filmed during race weekends with Brad Pitt in a lead role
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Ted Kravitz explains how George Russell could beat Lewis Hamilton again
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton sits 31 points behind Max Verstappen in the drivers' championship after three races with his Mercedes looking helpless against Red Bull
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Collin Morikawa given all clear as Masters cheating accusations explained
Two-time major championship winner Collin Morikawa caused debate on social media during his Masters opening round after television coverage showed him marking and replacing his ball
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Australian GP result protested again as Ferrari try to achieve what Haas didn't
The Australian Grand Prix ended in controversy after a five-car crash from a restart resulted in Ferrari's Carlos Sainz’s being given a five-second penalty which moved him outside the points
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Tennis star Dokic shares images of domestic abuse she suffered from father
The former Wimbledon semi-finalist suffered domestic abuse at the hands of her father as a teenager and has shared pictures of the scars left on her legs as a result
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Masters fans still paying cheap food and drink prices with incredible value
Fans heading to Augusta National this week are in for a pleasant surprise with the price of food and drink below what you might expect for a major sporting event
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LIV star takes parents to Masters as it "could be my last" amid PGA Tour battle
The Belgian golf star joined LIV Golf on the eve of this year's tournament risking his Ryder Cup position and could also see his position at the major tournaments impacted
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Bryson DeChambeau claims Tiger Woods ignored him ahead of reunion at the Masters
Despite rumours of a back injury Tiger Woods is expected to be at Augusta next week bidding for his sixth Masters crown - but 18 LIV Golf rebels will be amongst those keen to beat him
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LIV Golf chiefs 'voice frustration' at 12 teams as they look to keep up momentum
After splashing the cash during their debut season and signing some of the sport's biggest names, LIV Golf officials are reportedly tightening the purse strings to the frustration of rebels
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Ukrainian tennis star loses “moral strength” as she slams chiefs' Russia stance
Tennis stars from Russian and Belarus have continued playing at the biggest tournaments - except Wimbledon - despite their countries being involved in the ongoing Ukraine war
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Lewis Hamilton 'on his own' as F1 drivers urged to fill Sebastian Vettel void
The Mercedes driver has slammed the FIA over a rule change which aims to ban protests and political statements by competitors during race weekends
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Lewis Hamilton warned Mercedes are 12 months behind Red Bull amid continued woes
Mercedes have lacked the pace of rivals Red Bull during the opening two races of this season with Lewis Hamilton already 24 points behind Max Verstappen in the driver's championship
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Red Bull mulling major AlphaTauri change despite denying claim they could sell
Helmut Marko criticised AlphaTauri's ninth placed finish in last year's constructor's championship and has re-enforced his message to the feeder team after a pointless start to 2023
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Axed LIV golfer lands spot at The Open as current rebel Ian Poulter misses out
LIV Golf rebels face missing out on automatic qualification for this year's major competitions as the controversial series remains without Official World Golf ranking points
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Rory McIlroy takes “tons of positives” as he assesses chances ahead of Masters
The four-time major champion is missing the Masters from his collection and aims to go one better than his runners-up position last year at Augusta National next week
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Toto Wolff admits Mercedes are struggling without late F1 legend Niki Lauda
Three-time world champion Niki Lauda carried out a non-executive chairman role with Mercedes prior to his death in 2019 and played a key role in them dominating the sport
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Ukraine tennis star refuses Russian rival’s handshake after kit row
Russian tennis star Anastasia Potapova received an official warning from the WTA Tour after being pictured arriving for an Indian Wells match wearing a Spartak Moscow football shirt
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LIV rebel was "lonely" on PGA Tour as he blasts backlash to "amazing" series
Thomas Pieters was one of LIV Golf's biggest signings this winter ahead of an increased 14-event series and the Belgian has already been reaping the financial benefit
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Cycling fan caught on camera trying to keep up with race on bike before crashing
Cyclists in the women's Classic Brugge-De Panne race were left bemused when a spectator tried to sprint alongside the competitors before crashing while not wearing a safety helmet
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Jordan Spieth swears in TV interview after hitting WGC-Match Play miracle shot
Jordan Spieth opened his account at the WGC-Match Play with victory over Canadian Mackenzie Hughes, which was helped by a stunning shot on the 15th hole
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Perplexed Jon Rahm joins chorus of stars slamming golf rule change
Jon Rahm has slammed bifurcation plans which could see players use a different golf ball in major tournaments to those hit by amateurs - in a bid to reduce hitting distances
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Belarusian tennis ace 'never faced so much hate' in locker room amid Ukraine war
While some sports have banned Belarusian athletes from competing at international events, tennis chiefs took a different approach and have permitted stars to play under a neutral flag