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Key stats and trends ahead of the Rugby World Cup

Key stats and trends ahead of the Rugby World Cup

The 10th men’s Rugby World Cup is set to kick off on September 8, with hosts France taking on New Zealand in front of what is sure to be a full house at the Stade de France. Over the space of seven weeks, 20 teams will contest 48 matches in a bid to lift the Webb Ellis trophy.

How Max Verstappen set record for consecutive F1 race wins

How Max Verstappen set record for consecutive F1 race wins

Max Verstappen drove his way into the Formula One history books by claiming his 10th-consecutive victory at the Italian Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver eclipsed Sebastian Vettel’s previous mark and here we look at how he compares with the sport’s all-time greats.

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US Open 2023: 10 players to watch at Flushing Meadows

US Open 2023: 10 players to watch at Flushing Meadows

The US Open, the final grand slam of the year, begins in New York on Monday. Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek, the current world number ones, will bid to defend the titles they won last year but a host of rivals will be out to dethrone them. Here, we pick 10 players to watch at Flushing Meadows.

F1 drivers title odds: Who will fare best of the rest in 2023?

F1 drivers title odds: Who will fare best of the rest in 2023?

With Max Verstappen so far in front at the top of the championship table, bwin have introduced 2023 F1 drivers title odds on who will fare best of the rest. Sergio Perez suffered a worrying slump after starting the season strongly, but his form has improved again of late and he is favourite here.

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Challenge Cup final: Leopards fancied for Wembley joy

Challenge Cup final: Leopards fancied for Wembley joy

Leigh and Hull KR are both surprising but fully deserved Challenge Cup finalists and a high-energy contest is on the cards at Wembley. The Leopards are bidding for their first cup triumph since 1971, while Rovers’ only final in this century ended in dismal fashion as they were routed 50-0 by Leeds in 2015.

Glorious Goodwood tips: Saturday selections

Glorious Goodwood tips: Saturday selections

We’re finishing off our 2023 Glorious Goodwood tips with selections for all seven races on Saturday’s closing card. The Coral Stewards’ Cup is the big betting event on day four, while there is also a classy Group Two contest and some other wide-open handicaps.

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