Football
Barcelona 'make contact with Malang Sarr'
Barcelona reportedly make contact with the representatives of defender Malang Sarr, who is a free agent after his exit from Nice.
Preview: St Johnstone vs. Aberdeen - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Scottish Premiership fixture between St Johnstone and Aberdeen, including team news and predicted lineups.
World Cup winner Rose Lavelle signs for Manchester CityRonald Koeman affirms nothing has been signed amid Barcelona linksJoe Hart says he has "so much to give" following Tottenham Hotspur moveTottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Joe Hart's career highlights and downfalls so farBusquets 'among players not wanted by Koeman at Barcelona'AFC Wimbledon's Terell Thomas excited to face former clubs Charlton and WiganArsenal's Kim Little anticipating "exciting" finish to Women's Champions LeagueJoe Hart pens two-year deal with Tottenham HotspurBarcelona 'decide against sacking Eric Abidal'
Man Utd 'line up Barcelona raid for four players'Barcelona 'to force players out with wage cuts'Tuesday's La Liga transfer talk: Sarr, Messi, UpamecanoClaudio Bravo bids farewell to Manchester City after four yearsLazio chief Igli Tare has 'no respect' for David SilvaKoeman 'wants Donny van de Beek as first Barca signing'Tuesday's Championship transfer talk: Ampadu, Obi Mikel, BatshuayiMarseille's Ligue 1 opener with St Etienne postponed due to coronavirus casesTuesday's Premier League transfer talk: Koulibaly, Sancho, Havertz
Rugby Union
Safety measures outlined to protect welfare of England and Premiership players
England head coach Eddie Jones was involved in discussions regarding the initiatives.
Gloucester sweating over fitness of Jonny May ahead of Bristol clash
Jonny May failed a head injury assessment (HIA) following a high tackle from Melani Nanai during Saturday's thrashing of Worcester.
Pat Lam ready to guide Bristol through gruelling fixture scheduleSteve Diamond issues rallying cry to Sale ahead of Exeter clashJoey Carbery to remain out indefinitely following ankle problemsResult: Exeter extend lead at summit with victory over LeicesterResult: Melani Nanai sees red as Worcester Warriors lose heavily against GloucesterUgo Monye calls for more diversity at boardroom level
Result: Sale stunned by Harlequins as Gallagher Premiership returnsDylan Hartley opens up on Eddie Jones relationshipPat Lam urges Bristol not to rely on individuals against SaracensHarlequins welcome Sale as Gallagher Premiership returns after five-month hiatusSteve Diamond: 'Season starts now for Sale'Australia receive 2027 World Cup bid boost courtesy of dual-awarding system
Tennis
World number two Simona Halep pulls out of US Open
The Romanian follows the likes of Rafael Nadal, Ashleigh Barty and Bianca Andreescu in pulling out.
Kei Nishikori a doubt for US Open after positive Covid-19 test
The 30-year-old was due to play in Cincinnati.
ATP Tour Finals in London due to be held behind closed doorsReigning champion Bianca Andreescu pulls out of US OpenNovak Djokovic confirms US Open participation despite coronavirus fearsOn this day in 1999 - Steffi Graf announces retirement from tennis at age of 30Coco Gauff stuns No 2 seed Aryna Sabalenka in Kentucky
Serena Williams relishing clash against sister Venus WilliamsSerena Williams makes winning return to WTA TourJohanna Konta reveals she suffered heart palpitations during Lexington Open lossJohanna Konta needs medical assistance en route to defeat at Lexington OpenJohanna Konta has safety on her mind as she prepares for US Open
Cricket
Dawid Malan named in 14-man England T20 squad, James Vince not included
Chris Jordan and Lewis Gregory also made the cut for the Pakistan series.
England Women without a match this summer following South Africa cancellation
Current international travel regulations placed on the country's national teams have prevented South Africa from touring.
ECB considering earlier start times following weather-disrupted TestJoe Root urges change following England's weather-affected Test with PakistanJamie Overton's maiden first-class hundred puts Somerset in dominant positionJoe Root calls on Test cricket to address bad light issueZak Crawley makes half-century on return as England draw with Pakistan
England-Pakistan second Test set to resume at 3.20pm on day fiveWeather delays play again on day five of second Test between England, PakistanResult: Rikki Wessels impresses against NorthamptonshireJonathan Trott: 'Inexperienced batting lineup determined to do well'Rory Burns out for a duck before rain forces early finish
Off The Pitch
Patrick Van Aanholt points finger at social media following racist abuse
The Dutch defender has called on networks like Twitter to take responsibility for abuse sent on their platforms.
Wigan Athletic administrators set August 31 deadline for prospective buyers
Discussions are being held with four bidders regarding a sale.
Mesut Ozil laments "disappointing" Arsenal reaction over Uighur Muslims commentsJustin Langer advises "zero social media" for young playersSky Sports to launch dedicated NFL channelHarry Redknapp signs up Piers Morgan, Gordon Ramsay for new podcastClimate change protesters arrested during British GPDavid Beckham 'in talks with Netflix, Amazon over biopic'Sir Ian Botham to join House of Lords
Developers confident health passport system can create bio-secure sports venuesBarcelona president reveals £182m lossHenderson, Alexander-Arnold feature in new Show Racism the Red Card videoNew Everton stadium part of Liverpool's coronavirus recovery planArrests made after title celebrations in Liverpool, LeedsChinese broadcaster drops Premier League amid China-UK tensionsTV picks for final day of Premier League confirmed
Formula 1
Tuesday's Formula 1 news roundup: Hamilton, Vettel, Schumacher
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest Formula 1 news on Tuesday, August 18.
Ex-Red Bull driver says Albon has 'lost his way'
Alex Albon has "lost his way" at Red Bull, according to former team driver Robert Doornbos.
Golf
Georgia Hall calls for increased punishments for slow play
Hall hopes officials will not be reluctant to hand out penalties.
On This Day in 2013 - Europe triumph in Solheim Cup
Captain Liselotte Neumann hailed her rookie players.
Sam Horsfield claims second title in three weeks at Celtic ClassicConnor Syme to take narrow lead into final round of Celtic ClassicSam Horsfield in strong position to secure Celtic Classic crownTiger Woods to compete in Northern TrustThomas Pieters returns to action in impressive style at Celtic Classic
Alex Levy becomes first European Tour player to return positive coronavirus testOn this day in 1991: John Daly stuns golf to win US PGA ChampionshipCollin Morikawa "very comfortable" with status as golf's newest starUS PGA Championship: Who are the eight other debutant winners?Collin Morikawa on "cloud nine" after winning US PGA Championship
Rugby League
Tommy Makinson facing eight-match ban for grabbing opponent's testicles
The St Helens winger has been charged with 'other contrary behaviour' over the incident which occurred during the win over Castleford on Saturday.
Nine Hull FC players, three members of staff test positive for coronavirus
The RFL announced the latest results on Saturday morning.
Hull, Castleford clash postponed due to positive coronavirus testsRichard Agar describes Wigan as "class act" following Rob Burrow gestureSam Tomkins pleads for Super League players to adopt stricter lockdown measuresShaun Wane extends England contract amid NRL speculationHull FC, Salford matches postponed due to positive coronavirus tests
Six Hull FC players test positive for coronavirusIsrael Folau inspires Catalans to victory over Castleford after refusing to take kneeCatalans Dragons assured travel restrictions will not affect Super League obligationsFour bids have been made for Toronto WolfpackDaryl Powell: 'Castleford are ready for upcoming challenge'
Boxing
Carl Frampton gearing up for world title bout with Jamel Herring
The Irishman has to beat Darren Traynor first this weekend.
Mike Tyson's comeback fight delayed until November 28
The pair had been due to meet on September 12.
Test triumph and Tyson's trout toast - Saturday's sporting socialTommy Fury linked with I'm A CelebrityJuan Mata celebrates Common Goal's third birthday - Tuesday's sporting socialResult: Ted Cheeseman overcomes Sam Eggington to win IBF titleEddie Hearn "wants to make a bang" with launch of 'Matchroom Square Gardens'
On This Day in 2004: Mike Tyson knocked out by British boxer Danny WilliamsEddie Hearn: 'Anthony Joshua ready to fight anywhere, any time'Mike Tyson to make boxing return against Roy Jones JrBilly Joe Saunders sees suspension lifted but fined £15,000Paul Pogba pledges Premier protection as Conor McGregor burns rubber - Thursday's social
Snooker
Snooker's leading triple crown champions as Ronnie O'Sullivan extends lead
The Rocket's Sheffield success takes his title tally to 20.
Five British and Irish stars who have reigned supreme in their sports
Ronnie O'Sullivan won his sixth world title on Sunday night at the Crucible.
Six-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan plays down I'm a Celebrity talkRonnie O'Sullivan reveals he watched TV instead of practising during World ChampsRonnie O'Sullivan insists he is not chasing World Championship recordRonnie O'Sullivan credits Joe Davis as inspiration for sixth world title victoryWorld Championship: Five memorable moments from 2020 tournament
Result: Ronnie O'Sullivan lands sixth world title with easy win over Kyren WilsonRonnie O'Sullivan wins seven frames in a row to close in on sixth world titleRonnie O'Sullivan has three-frame advantage over Kyren WilsonStephen Hendry: 'World Championship final is already over'Ronnie O'Sullivan, Kyren Wilson cheered into Crucible
