Women’s Tennis Association introduces paid maternity leave for players

Women’s Tennis Association introduces paid maternity leave for players

Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on a groundbreaking shift in women’s tennis, as the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) unveils a paid maternity leave initiative in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).

This move addresses a long-standing gap in professional sports, ensuring female players receive essential family planning support.

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Carabao Cup news: Liverpool vs Newcastle Utd – Five key battles and score prediction

Carabao Cup news: Liverpool vs Newcastle Utd – Five key battles and score prediction

The first major trophy of the season is up for grabs on Sunday, with Newcastle United taking on Liverpool at Wembley for a chance at Carabao Cup glory.

Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson considers five key battles to anticipate in the showpiece and offers a score prediction.

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F1 news: Five drivers who could line up for Cadillac on the 2026 F1 grid
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F1 news: Five drivers who could line up for Cadillac on the 2026 F1 grid

F1 finally has its 11th team after a deal was formally approved to allow General Motors to enter its Cadillac brand for the 2026 season on Friday, March 7.

According to Team Principal Graeme Lowdon, Cadillac are now able to have ‘meaningful conversations’ with potential drivers, and teased there could be at least half a dozen contenders for their seats.

Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles takes a look at five possible candidates to start the 2026 F1 season under the iconic American manufacturer’s name.

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Six Nations analysis: England vs Italy review - Preview and score prediction vs Wales

Six Nations analysis: England vs Italy review - Preview and score prediction vs Wales

Sunday, March 9 saw a brilliant display of attacking rugby on the Twickenham turf - a show which fans of England have been crying out for since the opening of the 2025 competition.

Steve Borthwick and his coaching team finally released the shackles of his squad, filled with attacking ability throughout the backline, but before restricted by a rigid kicking game.

The 47 points scored by the team in white came with great variation of scorers and methods, and England still have an outside chance at the title if Scotland can do them a favour against a French side missing their talisman, Antoine Dupont.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Jacob Garrett discusses several key talking points from the Italy game - then turns his attention to a game versus the much-improved Wales side.

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NBA news: Five draft prospects the Dallas Mavericks could target in the off-season
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NBA news: Five draft prospects the Dallas Mavericks could target in the off-season

The Dallas Mavericks have had a disastrous beginning to March, winning just one of their last eight games, beating fellow strugglers Charlotte Hornets in that time.

After controversially trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in February, the Mavericks have had to deal with massive injury problems.

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Players Championship tips: Colin Morikawa and Sepp Straka set to rival Scottie Scheffler

Players Championship tips: Colin Morikawa and Sepp Straka set to rival Scottie Scheffler

The iconic 17th hole is back, with the world's best ready to tee off this week at the 2025 edition of The Players Championship, TPC Sawgrass.

Scottie Scheffler will be hoping to become the first man in the history of the tournament to win three in a row.

However, with a talent-packed field ready to compete at the ‘fifth major’, victory for the world number one will be no easy feat.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Sam Condy picks out some of the favourites to dethrone Scheffler.

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Premier League news: Aston Villa march on as Ollie Watkins haunts former side Brentford

Premier League news: Aston Villa march on as Ollie Watkins haunts former side Brentford

Aston Villa beat Brentford 1-0 on Saturday to maintain their quest for Champions League football next season and have former Bees man Ollie Watkins to thank for the result.

Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce looks at three influential Villa players from the win in West London.

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Sports for Dummies – Guide to the NBA
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Sports for Dummies – Guide to the NBA

Welcome new NBA fans! In this article, you will learn everything there is to know about the basketball league, including its rules, stars, legends, and classic rivalries.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Nnaemeka Obinna presents a Sports for Dummies guide to the NBA.

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Six Nations news: Five unwanted Championship records
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Six Nations news: Five unwanted Championship records

Over the years, the Six Nations has established itself as a showcase of the best talent that the Northern Hemisphere has to offer.

And with no shortage of drama and good rugby guaranteed, there are plenty of memories of great teams from years gone by. For every winner, though, there must be a loser.

Sports News Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliott takes a look at five unwanted Championship records.

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Cheltenham Festival 2025 tips for the Gold Cup, Ryanair Chase, Champion Hurdle and more

Cheltenham Festival 2025 tips for the Gold Cup, Ryanair Chase, Champion Hurdle and more

Sports News Blitz are revving up for the roar of the first race at the 2025 Cheltenham Festival, and have pulled together some betting tips for all four days of glorious horse racing.

Co Founder Simon Wilkes attended a preview night hosted by Jonathan Doidge of JDZ Events, who hosted a panel made up of row-retired Grand National-winning jockey Daryl Jacob (DJ), award-winning Racing Post journalist David Carr (DC) and SkyBet PR manager Michael Shinners (MS).

The three horse racing experts gave their thoughts and tips for the Festival, and we have kindly pulled them altogether (you’re welcome) so you can bash the bookmakers.

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Six Nations news: England and Steve Borthwick need to entertain the fans against Italy

Six Nations news: England and Steve Borthwick need to entertain the fans against Italy

England find themselves in a healthy position on the Six Nations table after taking two wins from their three hardest games, meaning it is time to entertain the fans against Italy on Saturday.

Sports News Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliott analyses the importance of a big win at Twickenham.

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Cheltenham Festival news: Nicky Henderson backs Constitution Hill for Cheltenham glory at preview night

Cheltenham Festival news: Nicky Henderson backs Constitution Hill for Cheltenham glory at preview night

With the Cheltenham Festival just days away, legendary trainer Nicky Henderson is brimming with confidence about Constitution Hill’s chances of defending his Champion Hurdle crown.

Speaking at Old Gold Racing’s Cheltenham Preview Night at Clarkson’s pub, Henderson declared his superstar hurdler is “good to go” as he prepares to take on a highly competitive field.

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Six Nations news: Why Marcus Smith being dropped could benefit England

Six Nations news: Why Marcus Smith being dropped could benefit England

Steve Borthwick named his England squad to face Italy in the Six Nations on Sunday and one notable omission from the starting XV was Harlequins fly-half Marcus Smith.

Sports News Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliott analyses the decision to jettison Marcus and predicts that it may be a blessing in disguise for both player and team.

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Cheltenham Festival news: Ballyadam at his best, Ginny’s Destiny and No Ordinary Joe worth a shout

Cheltenham Festival news: Ballyadam at his best, Ginny’s Destiny and No Ordinary Joe worth a shout

Ratings experts Timeform have highlighted three handicappers that have recorded standout figures at Cheltenham’s unique course, with last year’s Coral Cup runner-up Ballyadam topping the list.

Ginny’s Destiny and No Ordinary Joe, who both also finished second at the Festival last year, are two others not to be underestimated at Prestbury Park.

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Premier League news: Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City – Five key battles and score prediction

Premier League news: Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City – Five key battles and score prediction

High-flying Nottingham Forest host reigning Premier League champions Manchester City on Saturday in a match that could have huge ramifications for Champions League qualification.

Sports News Blitz writer Jon Shea considers five key battles to anticipate at the City Ground and offers a score prediction.

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Championship news: Portsmouth vs Leeds Utd – Five key battles and score prediction

Championship news: Portsmouth vs Leeds Utd – Five key battles and score prediction

This weekend sees struggling Portsmouth welcome league leaders Leeds United to Fratton Park for an intriguing Championship clash.

Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley considers five key battles to anticipate in Sunday’s fixture and offers a score prediction.

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