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British tennis legend Jamie Murray has announced his retirement after 36 years in the sport, capping a remarkable career that saw him become the first British doubles player to reach world number one. The seven-time Grand Slam champion leaves behind a legacy of teamwork, resilience, and unforgettable moments alongside his brother Andy.
British rider Becky Moody and her home-bred horse Jagerbomb earned a standing ovation and a personal best score at their first World Cup Final, claiming victory in Fort Worth with a Beatles-themed performance that brought the Texas crowd to its feet.
Great Britain's underdog tennis squad clinched a spot in the Billie Jean King Cup finals with a stunning 3-1 victory over Australia, despite missing their top four ranked players. The team's depth and determination proved doubters wrong.
Olympic bronze medalist Zoe Atkin just claimed her first solo World Cup championship in freestyle skiing halfpipe, capping off a breakthrough season. The 23-year-old British athlete dominated the final event in Switzerland to seal the victory.
British freeskier Zoe Atkin capped off her best season yet with a Crystal Globe trophy win in Switzerland, just weeks after claiming Olympic bronze. Fellow Brit Kirsty Muir also took home top honors, making it a historic weekend for Great Britain's ski team.
A 21-year-old Scottish skier just made history by becoming the first British woman to win two major freeski World Cup titles in a single season. Just months after missing an Olympic medal by less than half a point, Kirsty Muir proved that setbacks can fuel comebacks.
British runner Keely Hodgkinson captured her first world indoor championship gold just one month after breaking a 24-year-old world record. The 24-year-old Olympic champion dominated the 800m final after missing nearly a year due to injury.
Cameron Norrie has returned to the top of British tennis for the first time in two years, and he's excited about what his friendly rivalry with Jack Draper means for both their careers. With both players hitting strong form at the same time, they're ready to push each other to new heights.
British tennis player Jack Draper stunned Novak Djokovic at Indian Wells just weeks after returning from an eight-month injury. The 24-year-old fought back from a set down to beat one of tennis's greatest players for the first time in his career. #
Britain's Sonay Kartal overcame a painful back injury to stun Australian Open champion Madison Keys at Indian Wells, becoming the first British woman to reach the tournament's fourth round twice. Playing through discomfort, the 24-year-old rallied from a first-set loss to win 2-6, 6-2, 6-3.
British tennis star Emma Raducanu secured a confident 6-1, 6-3 victory at Indian Wells, marking a powerful comeback after struggling through three tournaments without a win. The 23-year-old's aggressive play and renewed confidence signal a promising turnaround in her season.
British tennis star Jack Draper is back and ready to defend his Indian Wells title after a grueling arm injury forced him out of the US Open. The world-class player opens up about the mental battle of recovery and why he's more determined than ever.
Britain's Lone'er Kavanagh just pulled off one of the biggest upsets in UFC history, defeating former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno with only three weeks to prepare. The unranked 26-year-old proved that heart and determination can overcome the odds, even in front of a hostile crowd.
Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson just smashed a 23-year-old indoor record and believes she can break athletics' longest-standing world record this year. After battling back from injury, the 23-year-old British runner is closer than ever to rewriting history.
Jack Draper, Britain's top-ranked tennis player, is working with legendary coach Jamie Delgado to chase his first Grand Slam title. The 24-year-old has already beaten top players and reached a career-high ranking of world No. 4.
British skier Zoe Atkin just made Olympic history by winning halfpipe bronze at the Milan-Cortina Games, becoming only the second Brit to medal on skis. The first? Her big sister Izzy, who won bronze eight years ago and inspired Zoe's journey to the podium.
British athletes Matt Weston and Tabby Stoecker couldn't believe their eyes after achieving historic victories at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. Their stunning performances mark a breakthrough moment for Team GB on the ice. --- ##
Britain made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics with two gold medals in a single day, including Matt Weston becoming the nation's first double medal winner at one Winter Games. The skeleton champion teamed up with Tabby Stoecker to claim mixed team gold in a thrilling comeback victory.
Charlotte Bankes and Huw Nightingale just made Winter Olympics history by winning Great Britain's first-ever gold medal in mixed team snowboard cross. The duo brought home the gold with one clear goal in mind: nothing less than first place.
British skeleton racers Matt Weston and Marcus Wyatt are heading into the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics with their sights set on multiple medals. Team GB arrived with higher medal hopes than ever, aiming to surpass their previous five-medal achievements from 2014 and 2018.
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