All news by author: Tom Sunderland

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Six Nations chiefs 'plan big schedule change' amid potential new world league
Rugby's landscape is poised for potential major changes, with the Six Nations set to suffer in an effort to accommodate plans for the arrival of a 'world league' in 2026
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IOC faces pro-Ukraine protests as President doubles down on Russia ban stance
Thomas Bach has reiterated the International Olympic Committee stance on Russian and Belarusian athletes competing in Paris in 2024 amid mounting pressure
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Christian Horner rates odds of Lewis Hamilton joining Red Bull from Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton's future in Formula 1 remains in doubt amid talk this year could be his last at Mercedes, and Red Bull's Christian Horner has addressed rumours regarding a move to Milton Keynes
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Ireland star's home gatecrashed by team after rejecting Six Nations celebrations
A team is built around unity, a common goal and refusing to leave anyone behind—qualities displayed by Ireland's rugby stars when one comrade tried to dodge a fourth day of Six Nations celebrations
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Carlos Alcaraz defies his age as he names Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic desire
Teenage tennis titan Carlos Alcaraz is already well on his way to taking the sport by storm, and the world No. 1 is using the likes of Novak Djokovic and Rafael as inspiration
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Brundle in disbelief as Max Verstappen makes Mercedes look like an 'F2 car'
Sky Sports pundit Martin Brundle could hardly contain his shock as Red Bull's Max Verstappen seared past George Russell in Saudi Arabia, making the Mercedes 'look like an F2 car'
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Sarah Hunter’s game-changing career as England's most-capped player retires
English rugby will bid farewell to an icon at this year's Women's Six Nations, where the country's most capped player, Sarah Hunter, has confirmed she'll play her final game
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Jimmy White rolls back the years to record surprise victory over Judd Trump
Snooker great Jimmy White continues to enjoy a resurgence at the age of 60 and advanced to the last 16 of a rankings event for the second time this year after beating Judd Trump at the WST Classic
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Nico Rosberg slams “weak” Max Verstappen’s attitude for angry Red Bull outburst
Former F1 world champion Nico Rosberg has criticised Max Verstappen for his 'weak' response to team-mate Sergio Perez's win in Saudi Arabia, suggesting the Red Bull star should 'be more gracious'
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Max Verstappen's dad slammed after fans catch reaction to Sergio Perez Saudi win
Jos Verstappen did little to hide his true emotions—or lack thereof—after Red Bull's Sergio Perez beat his son, Max, to first at Sunday's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
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Lewis Hamilton "didn't even bother" battling Max Verstappen amid Red Bull theory
A second straight one-two finish for Red Bull has many Formula 1 fans believing another title is inevitable for the Milton Keynes outfit, and Lewis Hamilton appears to be in agreement
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Phil Mickelson weighs in on controversial PGA changes and lauds LIV Golf impact
Former PGA Tour favourite Phil Mickelson is 'thankful' his old employers have made changes he called for after he jumped ship to LIV Golf, suggesting he has no regrets over the move
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Steve Borthwick told he “lacks compassion” as Marcus Smith facing England axe
England captain Owen Farrell looks set to reclaim the No. 10 jersey from Marcus Smith following a record defeat to France, a decision Danny Cipriani believes would say more about coach Steve Borthwick
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Danny Care backs Marcus Smith despite record defeat as England cry out for reset
EXCLUSIVE: England scrum-half and Harlequins cap record-holder Danny Care sat down with Mirror Sport ahead of the final round of the 2023 Six Nations, where he hopes team-mate Marcus Smith can shine
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Scottie Scheffler ‘vibe’ concerns with LIV rebels at Masters Champions’ Dinner
Reigning Masters champion Scottie Scheffler is due to attend his first Masters Champions' Dinner at Augusta National, where there may be a few awkward run-ins with the LIV Golf rebels
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Max Verstappen concern as Red Bull reveal stomach illness ahead of Saudi GP
Formula 1 titleholders Red Bull may be missing Max Verstappen at Sunday's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix after the team reported the back-to-back world champion is suffering from illness
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Lando Norris tells all about F1 drivers' WhatsApp group and surprise main photo
McLaren stat Lando Norris has lifted the lid on what goes on in the Formula 1 drivers' WhatsApp group after Mercedes' George Russell recently confirmed its existence
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Damon Hill makes Saudi Arabia GP prediction which will leave Red Bull concerned
Former F1 world champion Damon Hill has forecast a tougher time of things for Red Bull at Sunday's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix after the titleholders claimed a one-two finish in Bahrain
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Ireland's Garry Ringrose ruled out of England game after head injury vs Scotland
Andy Farrell's side will be missing Garry Ringrose for their final Six Nations fixture against England after the star centre suffered a sickening head injury in the win over Scotland
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Rugby team's fixtures suspended after players stabbed at match in South Africa
A probe has been launched in South Africa after three rugby players were reportedly hospitalised with stab wounds having been attacked following a last-minute win
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Sir Clive Woodward details plan to fix 'ugly England' after Six Nations humbling
Former England head coach and 2003 Rugby World Cup-winner Sir Clive Woodward has laid out plans to put his old side back on track following their record loss to France
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Mercedes post letter to fans after Bahrain GP “hurt” and Lewis Hamilton scrutiny
Dethroned Formula 1 kingpins Mercedes issued a public plea to fans for support amid a rough patch in the manufacturer's history, coinciding with Lewis Hamilton's criticism of team engineers
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Ireland's Garry Ringrose given oxygen after horror incident in Six Nations match
Ireland star Garry Ringrose was the last casualty in an injury-ridden outing for the guests at Murrayfield, leaving the pitch on a stretcher after he appeared to be knocked out
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England humiliated by France as they fall to their biggest Six Nations defeat
Marcus Smith's introduction to the starting XV couldn't inspire England to a result against France, who secured their first Six Nations win at Twickenham since 2005 in style on Saturday
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World No.1 Jon Rahm withdraws from The Players after first round due to illness
Jon Rahm withdrew from The Players Championship ahead of Friday's second round, succumbing to illness after he posted a one-under-par performance on the opening day