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Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin to return to action on F1 circuits
Nikita Mazepin is pressing the throttle on his intention to return to Formula 1 as soon as possible - but still faces headwinds in the form of anti-Russian sanctions against him and his backer Uralkali.
Nov 16, 06:18
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Axed F1 driver says Europe ignoring court rulings
European countries are ignoring a court ruling allowing Nikita Mazepin to resume his international racing career, the Russian driver claims.
Oct 25, 07:21
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Hungary likens Mazepin sanctions to communism
Hungary's foreign minister has slammed the sanctions that have ended the Formula 1 dream of Nikita Mazepin for now.
Oct 16, 06:48
Valtteri Bottas in action during practice for the Russian Grand Prix on September 24, 2021
Axed Russian GP layout slashed in half
Organisers of the axed Russian GP appear to have accepted that their Formula 1 hopes are over for now.
Oct 13, 06:44
A general view of Olympic rings following an outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in front of the Japan Olympics Museum in Tokyo, Japan March 24, 2020
Russian Olympic Committee suspended by IOC with immediate effect
The International Olympic Committee suspends the Russian Olympic Committee with immediate effect after the ROC recognised four Ukrainian sporting bodies as their own.
Oct 12, 15:28
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin's lawyer slams new European sanctions
The EU's European Council is still trying to thwart the Formula 1 aspirations of axed Haas racer Nikita Mazepin.
Sep 19, 08:17
Vladimir Putin pictured in March 2022
Russia not severing ties with F1 governing body
Russian motorsport is not going to sever relations with Formula 1's governing body.
Sep 14, 08:04
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin welcomes Olympics' new Russia stance
Nikita Mazepin says it's a good sign that Russian athletes appear poised to be invited to take part in the next Olympics.
Sep 7, 07:54
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin may not be free to return to F1 - lawyer
Nikita Mazepin is not necessarily free to start negotiating his return to Formula 1.
Aug 2, 08:02
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Court says Mazepin free to return to Formula 1
A top European court has confirmed that sacked Nikita Mazepin is now free to race in Formula 1.
Aug 1, 07:06
Nikita Mazepin pictured in March 2021
F1 'concerned' about F1 bidder's Russian link
Formula 1 is reportedly "concerned" about a link between one of the prospective new team entrants for 2025-2026 and Russia.
Jul 19, 08:16
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin realistic about F1 return chances
Nikita Mazepin says it would not be the end of the world if he is unable to return to Formula 1.
Jun 17, 07:56
Robert Shwartzman pictured on October 21, 2022
FIA's stance against Russian drivers 'illegal'
One of Russia's most influential motorsport officials thinks the FIA's stance about Russian drivers could be "illegal".
Jun 15, 07:41
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
UK judge bars Mazepin from holding F1 talks
Nikita Mazepin's quest to return to Formula 1 has been dealt a fresh blow by London's High Court.
Jun 9, 07:59
Valtteri Bottas in action during practice for the Russian Grand Prix on September 24, 2021
Axed Russian GP still seeking F1 fee refund
Promoters of the axed Russian GP are still asking Formula 1 to return the race fee for 2022.
May 16, 07:02
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin aiming for F1 return in 2024
Nikita Mazepin is aiming to return to Formula 1 as soon as 2024, according to his spokesperson.
May 5, 07:35
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin files legal action in Britain
Hot on the heels of legal action in Europe and Canada, Nikita Mazepin is now taking his fight to return to Formula 1 to Britain.
May 4, 07:51
The Floating Earth display in Liverpool's Albert Dock
Transport secretary slams rail unions for "cynically targeting" Eurovision
Transport secretary Mark Harper criticises rail unions for arranging a strike on the day of the Eurovision Song Contest grand final.
May 3, 15:52
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin admits F1 return 'looks difficult'
Nikita Mazepin says he will continue to take legal action until he is fully able to return to Formula 1.
Apr 26, 07:50
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin takes F1 legal fight to Canada
Nikita Mazepin is taking his fight for the right to return to Formula 1 to Canada.
Apr 24, 08:02
Daniil Kvyat pictured on December 11, 2020
Ferrari needs 'technical revolution' - Kvyat
A "technical revolution" is required so that Ferrari can win world championships again, according to former Formula 1 driver Kvyat.
Apr 17, 08:22
Daniil Kvyat pictured on December 11, 2020
Russian Kvyat becomes Italian for race seat
Daniil Kvyat will race with an Italian license and 'il Tricolore' on his overalls as he races at Le Mans with Lamborghini.
Apr 14, 07:36
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin and son eye new F1 team project
Yet another group is reportedly looking to enter a team into Formula 1 in the near future.
Mar 30, 07:27
Vitaly Petrov pictured in 2018
Russian racing can thrive amid Ukraine conflict
Motorsport in Russia can still thrive even amid the Ukraine conflict, Russia's first Formula 1 driver Vitaly Petrov insists.
Mar 27, 06:54
Vitaly Petrov pictured in 2018
Petrov would refuse to sign anti-Russia document
If Vitaly Petrov was still an active Formula 1 driver, he says he would currently be sitting out the world championship.
Mar 17, 05:34
Gunther Steiner pictured on October 20, 2022
Haas denies helping Russia to make weapons
Gene Haas, owner of the American Formula 1 team that bears his name, has found himself at the centre of a controversy relating to the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Mar 16, 05:20
Sergey Sirotkin at the Austrian GP on June 28, 2018
No Russian talks with FIA taking place - Sirotkin
The FIA appears unlikely to drop its special conditions for Russian racing drivers any time soon.
Mar 15, 05:13
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Court gives green light for Mazepin's F1 return
Nikita Mazepin has been given the green light by Europe's court of justice to return to Formula 1.
Mar 3, 05:01
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
FIA extends restrictions on Russian drivers
As Nikita Mazepin secured a podium on his return to top-level circuit motor racing, the FIA has announced new measures relating to Russian drivers.
Feb 14, 05:36
Daniil Kvyat pictured on December 11, 2020
Two Russian F1 drivers returning to racing
Two Russian former Formula 1 drivers are returning to international-level competition in 2023.
Feb 3, 05:55
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
F1 to keep 'tough' stance on Russia - Popov
Alexey Popov is not confident Formula 1 will return to Russian television screens any time soon.
Nov 28, 04:59
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin not giving up on F1 return
Nikita Mazepin says he hasn't abandoned his dream of racing in Formula 1.
Nov 25, 04:14
The Iran team lines up ahead of their World Cup warm-up game against Turkey in May 2018
Ukraine appeal to FIFA to ban Iran from 2022 World Cup
The Ukrainian FA officially appeal to FIFA to ban Iran from the 2022 World Cup due to their alleged involvement of the Russian invasion through supplying weapons.
Oct 31, 15:03
Spanish GP 2014
Russian driver asks FIA for Ukraine conflict reprieve
Dakar rally winner Sergey Karyakin has called on F1's governing body to scrap the hurdles preventing Russian drivers from participating in FIA-sanctioned events.
Oct 17, 06:09
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin rules out Haas return
Nikita Mazepin says he would not return to Formula 1 with the Haas team.
Sep 21, 07:55
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin will not renounce Russia for F1 return
Nikita Mazepin insists he will not return to Formula 1 if it means denouncing Russia.
Sep 19, 07:01
Stefano Domenicali pictured on March 27, 2022
Official slams F1's anti-Russian 'scam'
A Russian government official has scoffed at Formula 1's claim that the sport will never race again in the country over the Ukraine conflict.
Aug 23, 07:10
Stefano Domenicali pictured on March 27, 2022
F1 will never return to Russia - Domenicali
Formula 1 will never return to Russia, the sport's CEO Stefano Domenicali has sensationally revealed.
Aug 22, 07:53
Daniil Kvyat pictured on December 11, 2020
Kvyat 'refused' to denounce Russia - official
Former F1 driver Daniil Kvyat "refused" to denounce Russia in order to continue his FIA-sanctioned motor racing career.
Aug 1, 07:49
Daniil Kvyat pictured on December 11, 2020
Kvyat can race despite Russian sanctions
Daniil Kvyat says he can return to international racing categories even despite the purge of Russian drivers and athletes from the world stage.
Jul 31, 07:01
Kalush Orchestra celebrate winning Eurovision on May 15, 2022
Search for host city begins as UK confirmed to host Eurovision 2023
The BBC says that it is to begin a search for a host city after agreeing to stage the Eurovision Song Contest in the UK next year.
Jul 25, 18:16
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Top Russian official slams 'dishonourable' FIA
Russia's top motor racing official has slammed the "dishonourable" FIA for kicking the country out of Formula 1.
Jul 21, 07:04
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin suing Haas in Swiss court
Nikita Mazepin says he has filed suit against Haas for unpaid wages in a Swiss court.
Jul 15, 07:30
Paul Mescal in Normal People
Paul Mescal's short shorts from Normal People auctioned off for Ukraine
A pair of shorts worn by Paul Mescal in Normal People is being auctioned off to help relief efforts in Ukraine.
Jun 30, 21:59
Volodymyr Zelensky appears via video link at Glastonbury on June 24, 2022
Glastonbury 2022: Volodymyr Zelensky makes surprise address
Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky addresses the crowd at Glastonbury in a special video message.
Jun 24, 16:41
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
Mazepin 'not interested' in Indycar switch
Nikita Mazepin insists he is "not interested" in switching his focus from Formula 1 to Indycar.
Jun 24, 07:54
Nikita Mazepin pictured on June 16, 2022
F1 refunded Russian GP race fee - Mazepin
Nikita Mazepin says he thinks the former promoter of the Russian GP has now received a refund from Formula 1.
Jun 22, 06:46
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Axed Mazepin suing Haas over unpaid wages
Nikita Mazepin has confirmed that he is proceeding with legal action against Haas.
Jun 21, 07:13
Kalush Orchestra
UK in line to host Eurovision on behalf of Ukraine in 2023
The BBC confirms that it will enter talks about hosting next year's Eurovision Song Contest in lieu of Ukraine being able to do so.
Jun 19, 16:13
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
'God knows' if Russia can return to F1
Russia is staying in contact with the FIA but "God knows" if the country will be able to return to the Formula 1 calendar.
Jun 16, 07:53
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring their first goal with Phil Foden on April 26, 2022
Premier League suspends Russian broadcasting deal
The Premier League suspends its broadcasting deal with Russian broadcaster Match TV amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Jun 13, 16:16
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Mazepin would return to F1 'immediately'
Nikita Mazepin says he will return to Formula 1 at "the first opportunity".
Jun 11, 08:42
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Russia will never return to F1 - Popov
Alexey Popov thinks Russia's entire involvement in Formula 1 is definitely over.
Jun 6, 10:08
Nikita Kuzmin on Strictly Come Dancing on November 6, 2021
Strictly's Nikita Kuzmin shares angst over family in Ukraine
Strictly Come Dancing pro Nikita Kuzmin reveals that he still has family members back in Ukraine unable to leave the country.
Jun 2, 13:42
Frederic Leclerc-Imhoff
French journalist Frederic Leclerc-Imhoff, 32, killed in Ukraine
French journalist Frederic Leclerc-Imhoff dies at the age of just 32 while covering the war in Ukraine.
May 31, 07:32
Manchester City fans display a Ukraine flag referencing Oleksandr Zinchenko inside the stadium before the match on March 1, 2022
Oleksandr Zinchenko will "never forget" Manchester City support
Olkesandr Zinchenko says he will "never forget" the support shown to him by Manchester City since the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
May 23, 12:48
A general gymnastics shot from the 2019 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships
Russian gymnast handed one-year ban for sporting pro-war symbol
Russian artistic gymnast Ivan Kuliak is handed a one-year ban by the International Gymnastics Federation after sporting a pro-war symbol at a World Cup event.
May 18, 14:53
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin during the news conference on April 7, 2022
UEFA block Russian bids for Euro 2028, Euro 2032
UEFA blocks Russia's bids for hosting the men's Euro 2028 and Euro 2032 tournaments in the latest sanctions imposed against the country.
May 2, 23:37
Mattia Binotto pictured on April 21, 2022
Shwartzman sidesteps F1's Russian sanctions
Robert Shwartzman has managed to sidestep widespread western sanctions against Russia by keeping his Formula 1 test driver role at Ferrari.
Apr 24, 08:26
Nikita Mazepin pictured in March 2021
Haas refuses to hand back $13m Uralkali funds
Haas' reported refusal to return $13 million in sponsorship to ousted title sponsor Uralkali has been slammed by Russian F1 commentator Alexey Popov.
Apr 19, 06:46
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
F1 'on pause' as Mazepin eyes off-road rallies
Nikita Mazepin says he may keep his motor racing career alive in off-road rallying.
Apr 14, 08:54
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Mazepin says he's victim of 'cancel culture'
Nikita Mazepin says he is a victim of "cancel culture".
Apr 7, 07:35
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in December 2015
Roman Abramovich, Ukrainian peace negotiators 'suffer suspected poisoning symptoms'
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is reportedly among a number of Ukrainian peace negotiators to suffer from suspected poisoning symptoms earlier this month.
Mar 28, 17:42
BBC World Service logo
BBC World Service given £4.1m bonus funding to tackle Russian disinformation
The BBC World Service is given £4.1 million by the government in order to increase its Russian and Ukrainian-language coverage of the war.
Mar 24, 13:00
Arnold Schwarzenegger pictured on January 10, 2021
Watch: Arnold Schwarzenegger delivers message to Russian people
Arnold Schwarzenegger releases a nine-minute video aimed at the Russian people on the subject of their country's invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 18, 13:42
General view of Chelsea's Stamford Bridge taken April 2018
Chelsea hit by fresh sponsorship suspension
Another company - Parimatch - move to suspend their sponsorship with Chelsea as a result of Roman Abramovich's links to Russia president Vladimir Putin.
Mar 18, 09:09
Francois Dumontier pictured in November 2009
F1 concerned about covid, inflation, Russia
It's not just the ongoing covid crisis that is endangering the 2022 Formula 1 season.
Mar 18, 07:27
Fox News Channel's Benjamin Hall
Injured Fox News correspondent Benjamin Hall out of Ukraine
Fox News confirms that correspondent Benjamin Hall is out of Ukraine after being injured in an incident which killed two colleagues.
Mar 17, 21:12
Gunther Steiner pictured on May 23, 2019
'Progress' in search for Uralkali replacement
Gunther Steiner admits he is on the hunt for a new replacement sponsor for the axed Uralkali deal.
Mar 17, 06:21
Concert For Ukraine
ITV announces Concert For Ukraine
ITV announces plans for a music event called Concert For Ukraine for broadcast on Tuesday, March 29.
Mar 16, 16:44
Fox News Channel logo
Two members of Fox News crew killed in Ukraine
Fox News confirms the deaths of two of its staff in missile fire in Ukraine.
Mar 15, 20:41
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel before the match on March 5, 2022
Thomas Tuchel: 'Government calls on Roman Abramovich chants too much'
Head coach Thomas Tuchel questions the decision of the British government to get involved with condemning chants made by Chelsea fans in favour of Roman Abramovich.
Mar 15, 11:38
Sebastian Vettel pictured on February 24, 2022
Hockenheim in talks to replace axed Russia GP
Hockenheim has put its hand up as a potential replacement venue for the axed Russian GP.
Mar 15, 07:13
Sebastian Vettel pictured on February 24, 2022
Vettel's 'no war' helmet caused political 'trouble'
Sebastian Vettel waded into yet another political storm by using a special 'No War'-themed helmet in Bahrain testing last week.
Mar 14, 07:04
Christian Horner pictured on March 11, 2022
F1 should respond to inflation crisis - Horner
A global inflation crisis that has been worsened by the Russia-Ukraine conflict is expected to have an impact on Formula 1.
Mar 14, 07:02
Gunther Steiner pictured on February 19, 2020
Steiner 'sorry' about ousting Mazepin
Gunther Steiner admits he is "sorry" he had to oust Russian driver Nikita Mazepin from the Haas team.
Mar 14, 06:58
Helmut Marko pictured in September 2021
Russians scrambling for Bahrain F1 coverage
Russian fans are scrambling for a way to watch this weekend's highly anticipated 2022 season opener in Bahrain.
Mar 14, 06:54
West Ham United's Andriy Yarmolenko celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on March 12, 2022
West Ham United's Andriy Yarmolenko thankful for support after scoring in 2-1 win vs. Aston Villa
Andriy Yarmolenko thanks his West Ham United teammates, the fans and the British public for their support amid Russia's invasion of his native Ukraine after scoring in Sunday's 2-1 win over Aston Villa.
Mar 13, 17:52
George Russell arrives for F1 testing on February 23, 2022
F1's 'politicised' Russian TV axe slammed
Russian fans of Formula 1 are today hearing the news that they are not welcome to watch either live or televised coverage of their favourite sport.
Mar 11, 07:28
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte poses with the FA Cup on May 19, 2018
Antonio Conte sympathises with Chelsea amid Roman Abramovich sanctions
Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte sympathises with former club Chelsea following the news of sanctions against owner Roman Abramovich.
Mar 10, 15:02
Discovery Channel logo
Discovery takes 15 TV channels off air in Russia
Discovery becomes the latest broadcaster to suspend operations in Russia following the invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 10, 08:17
BBC Moscow correspondent Steve Rosenberg
BBC resumes reporting from within Russia
The BBC is back reporting from within Russia, having temporarily suspended operations due to a new law about coverage of the war in Ukraine.
Mar 10, 07:53
Nikita Mazepin pictured in March 2021
Furious Mazepin, sponsor, exploring legal action
Former team driver Kevin Magnussen is returning to Formula 1 to replace the axed and furious Russian Nikita Mazepin, whose sponsor Uralkali is not ruling out legal action.
Mar 10, 07:12
A general gymnastics shot from the 2019 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships
Ivan Kuliak: 'I would wear the Z symbol again'
Russian gymnast Ivan Kuliak refuses to apologise for sporting the "Z" war symbol during the Artistic World Cup following the invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 9, 10:58
Valtteri Bottas in action during practice for the Russian Grand Prix on September 24, 2021
Jerez could replace axed Russian GP
Jerez has emerged as a leading candidate to replace the axed Russian GP in September.
Mar 8, 06:54
Valtteri Bottas celebrates winning the Russian Grand Prix on September 27, 2020
Axed Russian GP not ruling out 'legal steps'
Russian GP organisers are not ruling out "legal steps" following Formula 1's "unilateral" decision to axe country's place on the annual grand prix calendar.
Mar 8, 06:52
A general gymnastics shot from the 2019 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships
FIG condemns "shocking behaviour" of Russian gymnast sporting war symbol
The International Gymnastics Federation condemns the "shocking actions" of Russian gymnast Ivan Kuliak after the 20-year-old sported a pro-war symbol at the World Cup.
Mar 7, 10:09
Red Bull's Sergio Perez in action on February 24, 2022
Russian athletes 'paying for Putin's war' - Perez
Sergio Perez is not so sure Formula 1 is on the right track by pushing Nikita Mazepin off the 2022 grid because of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Mar 7, 07:34
Manchester City's Oleksandr Zinchenko applauds fans on March 1, 2022
Oleksandr Zinchenko opens up on Russian invasion of Ukraine in emotional interview
Manchester City's Oleksandr Zinchenko opens up about his concerns in Ukraine, following Russia's invasion of his homeland, and expresses his gratitude for the public's support.
Mar 5, 10:54
Vitali Klitschko and Wladimir Klitschko pictured in February 2022.
Klitschko brothers reveal they have already killed Russian soldiers
Vitali Klitschko reveals that he and brother Wladimir Klitschko have already killed Russian soldiers since Ukraine was invaded last week.
Mar 4, 18:32
BBC Moscow correspondent Steve Rosenberg
BBC suspends work of all journalists in Russia
The BBC temporarily suspends the work of all of its journalists in Russia in response to a restrictive new law.
Mar 4, 17:02
Angelina Melnikova pictured during the Women's All-Around final at the World Championships on October 21, 2021
British Gymnastics calls for FIG to ban Russian and Belarusian gymnasts
British Gymnastics calls for FIG to ban Russian and Belarusian gymnasts from international competitions following the invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 4, 14:42
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Haas set for 'complete separation' from Russia
Haas is about to execute "complete separation" from Nikita Mazepin, according to former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher.
Mar 4, 07:00
Russia Today is seen on a TV screen on February 27, 2022
Russia Today closes down US branch after broadcasting boycotts
Russia Today shuts down its US operations as broadcast boycotts of the news channel grow around the globe.
Mar 4, 06:47
New Strictly Come Dancing pro Nikita Kuzmin
Strictly's Nikita Kuzmin reveals worries for grandmother in Ukraine
Strictly Come Dancing's Ukrainian pro Nikita Kuzmin says that he fears for his grandmother, who is stuck back home amid Russia's invasion.
Mar 4, 06:31
Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Servant of the People
Channel 4 to broadcast Volodymyr Zelenskyy's Servant of the People
Channel 4 announces that it will broadcast the comedy series starring Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy this Sunday night.
Mar 3, 08:28
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Russia questions F1 'discrimination'
Russia's automobile federation (RAF) has questioned whether banning Russian drivers from Formula 1 and other categories is "discriminatory".
Mar 3, 06:03
Genoa head coach Andriy Shevchenko pictured on December 21, 2021
Andriy Shevchenko opens up on Russian invasion
Former Ukraine international Andriy Shevchenko opens up about his feelings on the Russian invasion and fears for his family, who live in his homeland.
Mar 2, 23:13
BBC News Russian homepage
BBC News reports huge increase in traffic from Russia
The BBC reports record users of its Russian language news service following the invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 2, 21:05
Russia Today logo
Russia Today disappears from UK airwaves
The Russia Today news channel disappears from the airwaves in the UK amid an Ofcom investigation into the station's broadcasting licence.
Mar 2, 20:21
football generic
Zenit St Petersburg grant Ukraine international Yaroslav Rakitskiy early exit
Zenit St Petersburg announce that they have released Yaroslav Rakitslay, who requested an exit from the club amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 2, 18:59
Vladimir Putin pictured in March 2022
EA Sports removes Russian clubs from FIFA 22
EA Sports removes Russian clubs and the Russian National Team from FIFA 22 following the invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 2, 16:38
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in December 2015
Roman Abramovich 'puts Chelsea up for sale'
Owner Roman Abramovich reportedly puts Chelsea up for sale, amid alleged concerns over his British assets being seized and frozen due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 2, 10:48
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in December 2015
Swiss billionaire 'offered chance to buy Chelsea'
Swiss billionaire Hansjorg Wyss claims that he has been offered the opportunity to buy Chelsea as Roman Abramovich allegedly considers selling the Premier League club.
Mar 2, 10:06
Bernie Ecclestone pictured on September 27, 2019
Ecclestone, Marko disagree over Putin
Bernie Ecclestone has risked condemnation by describing Russian president Vladimir Putin as "straightforward and honourable".
Mar 2, 07:20
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Marko backs Mazepin staying on F1 grid
Dr Helmut Marko has backed the decision to allow Nikita Mazepin to keep racing in Formula 1.
Mar 2, 07:19
Russia Today on YouTube
YouTube blocks Russia Today content in UK
YouTube announces that it has blocked content from Kremlin-backed news service Russia Today in the UK and across Europe.
Mar 2, 05:58
A TV tower is blown up in Kiev, Ukraine on March 1, 2022
Russia takes out Ukrainian TV broadcasting tower in air strike
Five people are killed as Russian forces take out a TV tower in the Ukrainian capital of Kiev.
Mar 2, 05:29
Ukraine's Oleksandr Zinchenko celebrates after the match on June 29, 2021
Fernandinho hands Oleksandr Zinchenko captaincy for Manchester City's FA Cup tie
Manchester City's club captain Fernandinho hands over the armband to Oleksandr Zinchenko for their FA Cup fifth-round tie at Peterborough United.
Mar 1, 19:18
Vladimir Putin pictured in March 2022
Vladimir Putin stripped of FINA Order following Ukraine invasion
Russian president Vladimir Putin is stripped of his honorary FINA Order following the invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 1, 14:33
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in December 2015
Chelsea lawyers 'working on Roman Abramovich stewardship handover'
Chelsea's lawyers are reportedly drawing up a legal framework to allow the Blues' charitable foundation to take over the club's stewardship from Roman Abramovich.
Mar 1, 12:32
General view as West Ham United's Andriy Yarmolenko is seen on the screen with a message in support of Ukraine before the match on February 27, 2022
David Moyes: 'Andriy Yarmolenko could feature against Southampton'
West Ham United manager David Moyes reveals that Ukrainian winger Andriy Yarmolenko has returned to training and could play in Wednesday's FA Cup tie against Southampton.
Mar 1, 12:23
Russian Ice Hockey players pictured in 2019
Russia, Belarus banned from international ice hockey tournaments
Russia and Belarus are banned from International Ice Hockey Federation tournaments "until further notice" following the invasion of Ukraine.
Mar 1, 08:16
Valtteri Bottas in action during practice for the Russian Grand Prix on September 24, 2021
Minister says Russia GP not cancelled
Local authorities have joined promoters of the Sochi race in insisting that September's Russian GP has not been officially cancelled.
Mar 1, 06:28
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
'No guarantees' for Mazepin's Haas seat - boss
Nikita Mazepin's Formula 1 career is hanging in the balance ahead of an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday of the World Motor Sport Council.
Mar 1, 06:26
The logo of Gazprom pictured on January 26, 2022.
UEFA end Gazprom sponsorship deal
UEFA announce that they have ended their sponsorship deal with Russian company Gazpom, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 28, 23:52
Russia Today logo
Russia Today channel taken off air across the EU, Australia
The EU announces that the Russia Today channel will be banned across its 27 countries following the invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 28, 21:14
General view of the UEFA logo at UEFA Headquarters before the draw in February 2020
FIFA, UEFA suspend Russian clubs and national team
FIFA and UEFA release a joint statement to say that they have suspended all Russian clubs and the national team from competing in their competitions.
Feb 28, 17:53
Ukraine's Oleksandr Zinchenko celebrates after the match on June 29, 2021
Ukraine's Oleksandr Zinchenko to play in Manchester City's FA Cup fifth-round tie
Pep Guardiola reveals that Ukrainian left-back Oleksandr Zinchenko will play for Manchester City in their FA Cup fifth-round tie against Peterborough United on Tuesday.
Feb 28, 14:09
Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte on February 26, 2022
Tottenham Hotspur's Antonio Conte calls for end to "stupid" war
Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte urges the world to unite against "stupid people" following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 28, 13:43
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in December 2015
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich 'accepts Ukraine offer to negotiate peaceful resolution'
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is reportedly keen to help find "a peaceful resolution" to Russia's military invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 28, 11:03
Ukraine's Andriy Yarmolenko celebrates scoring their fourth goal with teammates on June 7, 2021
West Ham United's Andriy Yarmolenko 'donates £75,000 to Ukraine's Armed Forces'
West Ham United winger Andriy Yarmolenko reportedly donates £75,000 to Ukraine's Armed Forces, following Russia's invasion.
Feb 28, 10:48
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in December 2015
Chelsea trustees 'yet to agree to take stewardship from Roman Abramovich'
The trustees of Chelsea's charitable foundation are yet to agree to Roman Abramovich's proposal to take control of the club for the foreseeable future.
Feb 28, 09:55
Russia's Artem Dzyuba and Magomed Ozdoyev looks dejected after Belgium's Romelu Lukaku scores their first goal on June 12, 2021
FIFA orders Russia not to play under flag
FIFA orders Russia that they must play any upcoming matches without their flag or national anthem as a result of the nation's invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 28, 09:43
Nikita Mazepin pictured on December 9, 2021
Haas, Mazepin in doubt over Ukraine crisis
The effects of Russia's military actions in Ukraine have well and truly infiltrated the Formula 1 paddock.
Feb 28, 07:46
Kristina Rihanoff in her Strictly Come Dancing pomp
Russian ex-Strictly star Kristina Rihanoff 'doesn't give a sh*t about the war'
Kristina Rihanoff sparks controversy by saying that she has no interest in her birth country's invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 28, 01:33
A general shot of Wembley Stadium in May 2020
FA rules out facing Russia in international football
The FA announces that no England football team will face Russia in response to the recent invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 27, 19:01
Czech Republic's Patrik Schick celebrates scoring against the Netherlands at Euro 2020 on June 27, 2021
Czech Republic join Russia World Cup qualifiers boycott
The Czech Republic follow Poland in announcing their intention to boycott a possible World Cup 2022 Qualifying playoff clash with Russia.
Feb 27, 12:32
United News in Ukraine
Ukrainian broadcasters join forces for single news channel
Four of Ukraine's biggest media groups band together to produce a 24/7 broadcast news service called United News.
Feb 27, 02:57
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in December 2015
Roman Abramovich 'has not put Chelsea up for sale'
Roman Abramovich has reportedly not put Chelsea up for sale despite handing over his "stewardship" of the club to the Blues' charitable foundation.
Feb 26, 23:32
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich pictured in December 2015
Roman Abramovich relinquishes stewardship and care of Chelsea
Owner Roman Abramovich says that he has relinquished the "stewardship and care" of Chelsea, a move which comes on the back of Russia invading Ukraine.
Feb 26, 19:02
Ukraine's Andriy Yarmolenko celebrates scoring their fourth goal with teammates on June 7, 2021
West Ham United's Andriy Yarmolenko given time off following Ukraine's invasion by Russia
West Ham United manager David Moyes reveals that Andriy Yarmolenko has been given some time off away from football, following Russia's invasion of his native Ukraine.
Feb 26, 12:19
Eurovision 2022 placeholder logo
Russia booted out of Eurovision 2022 after Ukraine invasion
Eurovision says that Russia will not be allowed to compete at this year's contest in Turin.
Feb 25, 16:24
Ukraine's Oleksandr Zinchenko celebrates after the match on June 29, 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'Oleksandr Zinchenko ready to play' despite Russian invasion in Ukraine
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola confirms that Oleksandr Zinchenko is 'ready to play' against Everton on Saturday, despite Russia's invasion of his native Ukraine.
Feb 25, 14:45
Valtteri Bottas in action during practice for the Russian Grand Prix on September 24, 2021
Russian Grand Prix cancelled after Ukraine invasion
Formula 1 confirms that September's Russian Grand Prix has been cancelled as a result of the country moving forward with a military invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 25, 12:46
General view of the Champions League trophy before the draw in August 2021
UEFA move Champions League final from St Petersburg to Paris
UEFA move the 2022 Champions League final from St Petersburg to Paris following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 25, 09:58
Alex Salmond for Russia Today
Alex Salmond suspends controversial Russia Today show
Alex Salmond says that he will no longer present his show on Russia Today until the conflict with Ukraine has ended.
Feb 25, 07:03
Eurovision 2022 placeholder logo
Russia still permitted to compete at Eurovision 2022
The European Broadcasting Union says that Russia will be allowed to compete at Eurovision despite the ongoing war with Ukraine.
Feb 24, 20:22
Russia Today logo
Government asks for review of Russia Today's UK broadcast licence
Culture secretary Nadine Dorries asks Ofcom to review the broadcast licence of Kremlin-backed news channel Russia Today.
Feb 23, 22:01
Kalush Orchestra
Ukraine reveals new representative for Eurovision 2022
Rap group Kalush Orchestra will represent Ukraine at this year's Eurovision after original representative Alina Pash was disqualified.
Feb 23, 00:07
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Today's games header
Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool119112161528
2Manchester CityMan City117222213923
3Chelsea115422113819
4Arsenal115421812619
5Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest115421510519
6Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton115421915419
7Fulham115331613318
8Newcastle UnitedNewcastle115331311218
9Aston Villa115331717018
10Tottenham HotspurSpurs1151523131016
11Brentford115152222016
12Bournemouth114341515015
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd114341212015
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham113351319-612
15Leicester CityLeicester112451421-710
16Everton112451017-710
17Ipswich TownIpswich111551222-108
18Crystal Palace11146815-77
19Wolverhampton WanderersWolves111371627-116
20Southampton11119721-144


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