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Sports Editor Dan Roan analyses Russia's controversial return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics and what it might mean for other sports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/74mevZE

Jon Rahm claims the DP World Tour is "extorting players" as he outlined why he is not among a group of LIV Golf competitors to have signed a settlement enabling them to play in both organisations' tournaments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S8PrjGl

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer-songwriter Noah Kahan plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this week's midweek Premier League fixtures on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lXEzwNL

Without a win in 10 Premier League matches – their worst league run in 22 years – Tottenham are facing a battle to stay up. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Zn8Lmg

Players who cover their mouths when speaking to opponents during confrontations should be sent off, says Gianni Infantino. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NrKDgQA

Liverpool boosted their Champions League hopes with a 5-2 win against West Ham, helped by three goals from set-pieces in the first half. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bJvxsW8

With Sir Alex Ferguson a VIP guest, a tireless forward and a raucous support, Hearts take another giant stride towards a momentous title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mO1VYt6

Kirk Jones says he initially thought a slur shouted during the ceremony was not broadcast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UkdfazN

Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries from BBC News https://ift.tt/nkeJhH1

Can the president’s record breaking speech change voters’ minds ahead of the midterms? from BBC News https://ift.tt/13c6XJD

The royal couple arrive to cheers from crowds that had gathered outside despite the rain from BBC News https://ift.tt/JcGKYB8

For years, conspiracists suggested former King Juan Carlos may have had some involvement in the coup attempt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/42NMB87

Long-awaited detail of funding for environmental farming schemes is announced at the NFU conference. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WBjZIai

British number one Jack Draper marks his post-injury return to action on the ATP Tour with a straight-set win over Frenchman Quentin Halys at the Dubai Tennis Championships. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hRNf39E

Spanish giants Barcelona have signed 16-year-old Norwich City academy prospect Ajay Tavares, who has played for England age-group teams. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EQUugPK

After a defeat for Celtic and surprise draw for Rangers, where does the latest weekend of drama leave the Scottish Premiership title race? from BBC News https://ift.tt/HIdofjh

Liverpool's late 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest puts the Reds firmly in the Champions League hunt after a "robbery" of a victory at the City Ground. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kW7Z8br

Chalamet and partner Kylie Jenner are among the stars attending the star-studded ceremony in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lvZnNbx

Chelsea have more red cards than any side in the Premier League this season, and boss Liam Rosenior says they have "set fire" to points. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KehxJYv

Seven years since firing them into the Premier League, Tammy Abraham is back scoring goals at Aston Villa to keep their fans and players dreaming of glory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sgeMHvm