Rounders news: Horsforth Hawks Reds dig deep to win in grim conditions
Sports News Blitz sponsor the Horsforth Hawks Reds rounders team, who are flying high in first place in division four of the West Yorkshire league.
They have won five of their six games so far - but had to dig deep on Tuesday night, when they played in appalling conditions but managed to secure a hard-fought victory.
Padel news: London to host the first Clash of the Coaches organised by World Padel Network
A new tournament specifically for padel coaches is to be held in London this summer.
The Clash of the Coaches, organised by World Padel Network, will be held at Racketeer and will bring together padel coaches from across the UK and Europe to compete, connect, and celebrate their role in the sport. The tournament will be held on Friday August 7 with the action starting at 12pm (BST).
World Cup 2026: England vs DR Congo Round of 32 preview - Statement victory needed for Three Lions
England topped Group L of the World Cup 2026 following the 2-0 victory over Panama on Saturday, June 27, ensuring they would be favourably placed as a third-placed team in the first knockout round.
In facing DR Congo, England are presented with another opportunity to prove themselves as a force to be reckoned with, if they can defeat their respective lesser opposition resoundingly.
Sports News Blitz’s Johnny Jones looks ahead to England’s knockout showdown, and how the Three Lions can address supporters’ concerns.
Toto Wolff questions Ferrari's aggressive upgrade strategy amid F1 development race
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has questioned how Ferrari have been able to introduce so many upgrades to their 2026 Formula 1 car, suggesting the Italian team could soon reach the limits of the sport's cost cap.
With Formula 1's new regulations creating one of the most intense development races in recent memory, teams have been bringing new parts almost every race in an attempt to gain an advantage.
F1 news: Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton heads to Silverstone with renewed belief as Jenson Button predicts British GP breakthrough
Lewis Hamilton arrives at Silverstone with growing confidence after a strong run of form in his early Ferrari career.
Former team-mate Jenson Button believes the seven-time world champion is well positioned to challenge for victory at his home Grand Prix.
With momentum building after recent podiums and a breakthrough win in Barcelona, Hamilton’s weekend carries real significance for his season, writes Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo.
How live interactive events are changing social casino entertainment
Social casino platforms have evolved far beyond simple slot-style experiences. Today's users increasingly seek interactive entertainment that combines competition, community engagement and real-time participation.
Live events have become one of the fastest-growing features within the social casino industry. Through tournaments, limited-time challenges and community competitions, platforms can create experiences that feel closer to live entertainment than traditional mobile gaming.
Cricket analysis: Ben Stokes retires - Five of the England star’s greatest Test moments
England captain Ben Stokes announced his retirement from Test cricket in typically dramatic fashion during England’s defeat to New Zealand in the final Test match of the series.
The announcement came whilst England were fielding on day four, with Stokes taking a wicket the ball after it was made public.
The modern day great retires with 122 Test caps and is only the second man to score more than 7000 Test runs and take over 250 Test wickets, alongside South Africa’s Jacques Kallis.
A man who isn’t just known for his numbers, Sports News Blitz writer Jacob Hibbert takes a look at five moments from his Test career that have made him one of the greatest all-rounders to play the game.
ATP grass court season, week three: A trio of Brits qualify for Wimbledon, new names on the trophy at Eastbourne and Mallorca
For the four nations which host a grand slam event – the UK, the USA, France and Australia – handing wild cards to promising home players can pay dividends if some of those players advance into the main draw.
Indeed, qualifying draws can sometimes showcase the talent of a future star to full effect.
At other times, a local player’s overwhelming desire to compete in a tournament comfortably outweighs their actual ability.
This year at Wimbledon, three British competitors successfully qualified for the ongoing men's singles event.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer and tennis fan AJ Becker takes a closer look at their journeys, as the highlight of the grass court calendar gets underway.
Northern Ireland to host record UK padel field
The strongest player field ever assembled for a UK padel tournament will compete in Northern Ireland this week as the FIP Silver R3 Bullpadel Cup - NI Open gets underway at Padel54 in Moira.
Running from Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 July, the tournament marks the first time Northern Ireland has hosted a professional padel event and, by attracting the strongest field ever assembled for a UK tournament, represents the highest level of professional padel yet staged on the island of Ireland.
Part of the official CUPRA FIP Tour sanctioned by the International Padel Federation (FIP), the event has attracted more current and former world top-25 players than any previous UK tournament. Both the men's and women's draws also feature more players ranked inside the world's top 100 than any other tournament previously held in the UK.
F1 news: Five takeaways from Ferrari’s Austrian Grand Prix as progress tempered by frustration
Scuderia Ferrari arrived in the Styrian hills after the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix full of momentum and with the addition of a new, more powerful power unit. Whilst both Ferraris performed well across the first part of the race weekend, especially in qualifying, their Sunday was awful.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer and Ferrari fan Luca Salmasi takes a look at five key takeaways for Ferrari.
Cricket betting tips: Best bets for England vs India T20Is and Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals
A blockbuster week of T20 cricket features the start of the England vs India series and the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals.
Here, Sports News Blitz cricket expert Himanshu Sharma breaks down the best bets, value plays, and key betting angles for this week’s fixtures.
Wimbledon 2026 preview: Jannik Sinner's title defence, Williams sisters' return and more
The 2026 Wimbledon Championships begin on Monday, June 29, and conclude on Sunday, July 12.
The tournament was founded in 1877, making it the oldest Grand Slam event in tennis.
Wimbledon remains one of the most prestigious tournaments in the sport, renowned for its rich history, traditions and iconic status.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jack George outlines the key storylines heading into Wimbledon 2026.
Five eye-catching first-round matches at Wimbledon 2026: Serena Williams, Jannik Sinner and more
Wimbledon 2026 commences in only three days, spanning from June 29 to July 12. The draw for both the gentlemen's and women's tournament was drawn on Friday, June 26 – and it has produced the possibility of some blockbuster showdowns and surprise exits.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jack George highlights the fixtures you won't want to miss.
World Cup 2026: Why England need to make a statement against Panama
After early signs of promise in their first game versus Croatia, England were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw against Ghana on Tuesday, June 23.
They meet Panama on Saturday, June 25, in a game where they can’t do anything else but win.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jacob Hibbert looks at why Thomas Tuchel’s team have to get it right.
Soccer opinion: What's next for West Ham? Ownership changes, transfers and more
Following the disastrous season of 2025/26, which saw West Ham get relegated in 18th place, lasting change is desperately needed.
Relegation from the Premier League means the Hammers will play in the EFL Championship next season, for the first time since the 2011/12 season.
The relegation came as a huge disappointment, especially as West Ham had won the UEFA Conference League only three years ago.
Sports News Blitz writer and West Ham fan Jack George dissects what the future holds for West Ham United.
Cricket betting tips: Best bets for England vs New Zealand and Ireland vs India
England and New Zealand meet in a series-deciding third Test at Trent Bridge, while India begin their two-match T20I series against Ireland in Belfast.
Here, Sports News Blitz cricket expert Himanshu Sharma breaks down the best bets, value plays, and key betting angles for this week’s fixtures.
World Cup 2026 analysis: Thomas Tuchel's selection gamble backfires as England stumble against Ghana
England were handed a reality check in their second World Cup match, labouring to a frustrating goalless draw against world number 65 Ghana.
Expectations were high following a statement victory over Croatia, where England displayed the attacking fluidity and creativity supporters have long craved at major tournaments. However, this performance against the Black Stars felt like a return to the familiar frustrations that have haunted England for years.
Sports News Blitz writer Johnny Jones examines England's frustrating draw with Ghana and the growing questions surrounding Thomas Tuchel's squad selections.
F1 2026 takeaways: Kimi Antonelli's dominance, Lewis Hamilton’s resurgence and more from the first seven races
Seven races have been run since the 2026 Formula 1 season got underway in Melbourne in March, the most recent being the Spanish Grand Prix.
In these seven races, we’ve witnessed the pinnacle of motorsport adjusting to brand new regulations, with many fans outraged with the ‘anti-racing’ rules.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jack George takes a look at the key takeaways from this all-new Formula 1 2026 season.
Four World Cup stars putting themselves in the summer transfer shop window
The 2026 World Cup has featured long-range screamers and red cards aplenty, and while some teams might have been eliminated after just two games, others have made their mark in impressive fashion.
At the heart of those nations are a select few stars who are thriving under pressure and putting in performances which are making people take notice.
For some, that might lead to a move to a new club once the tournament concludes - but who are the individuals who have put themselves in the shop window for a potential summer transfer?
World Cup 2026 analysis: Why Lionel Messi's World Cup record almost didn't happen
Lionel Messi's brace against Austria this past Tuesday saw him break the all-time World Cup scoring record.
Germany's Miroslav Klose, who previously held the record with 17 World Cup goals, has now been surpassed after Messi scored his 17th and 18th goals in the competition, making him the tournament's all-time leading scorer.
However, the record only tells part of the story. The night itself was far messier for Messi than the final scoreline suggests. Unlike Argentina's previous match against Algeria, he found far fewer opportunities and had to work much harder for his goals.