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68-Year-Old Dies During SAS Endurance Event on Pen y Fan

A 68-year-old man died during the 15-mile Fan Dance endurance event on Pen y Fan, south Wales' highest peak. Police are investigating but do not treat the death as suspicious. Race organisers expressed condolences and praised emergency responders.

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The green hills and slopes of Pen y Fan seen on a nice day. The sky is blue above the hills.

Trish Patterson Sets Record as Fastest Woman to Complete Three Peaks Challenge

Trish Patterson set a new record as the fastest woman to complete the three peaks challenge, covering 425 miles and over 10,000m elevation in under six days while raising funds for mental health.

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Trish Patterson, a woman with short hair walking with two walking sticks on a rocky terrain. She is wearing black trousers and a green coat and appears out of breath as she looks to the camera.

BBC Alba to Provide Nightly Live Gaelic Coverage of Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

BBC Alba will provide nightly live Gaelic coverage and highlights of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, while TNT Sports holds the main UK live broadcast rights.

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Gold medalist Elsabeth Black of Canada competes in the Women's Beam Final at SSE Hydro during day nine of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games in August 2014.

Lauren Roy Omitted from Northern Ireland Commonwealth Games Team

Lauren Roy, Northern Ireland's leading sprinter and 200m record holder, was omitted from the Commonwealth Games team due to a clash between selection policy and NCAA commitments. Despite appeals, she faces financial and scheduling challenges and aims for future championships.

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Glasgow 2026 Features Record Para-Sport Medals and Home Hopefuls

Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will feature a record 47 para-sport medal events, with athletes like Melanie Woods and Raphael Botsyo Nkegbe aiming for success on home soil and beyond.

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Head and shoulders image of wheelchair racer Melanie Woods. She is on running track and is facing into the camera. She is white and has brown hair tied back and black sunglasses on the top of her head. She's wearing a light khaki green rain jacket and a grey t-shirt and has a gold necklace and gold earrings

Can Emerging Talent Megan Keith Achieve Glasgow 2026 Glory?

Megan Keith aims to shine at Glasgow 2026, competing in 5,000m and 10,000m events alongside Eilish McColgan, building on recent records and European success.

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Megan Keith running at the Rome Diamond League in June 2025

Les Mills, Olympian and Fitness Pioneer, Dies at 91

Les Mills, New Zealand Olympian and fitness pioneer, died aged 91. He founded a global fitness brand and served as Auckland mayor, leaving a lasting legacy in sport and community.

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Adele Nicoll Defends Welsh Shot Put Title Ahead of Commonwealth Games

Adele Nicoll defended her Welsh shot put title with a 16.96m throw at the Welsh Athletics Championships, aiming for the Commonwealth Games. Other event winners included Alex Azu, Joe Brier, Thomas Walley, and para athletes Harrison Walsh and Jac Sheehan.

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Adele Nicoll prepares for a throw in the shot put

Beth Potter Aims for More Triathlon Success After Olympic Bronze Wins

Beth Potter, a former athlete turned triathlete, holds two Olympic bronze medals and aims for further success despite injury challenges. Currently ranked number one globally, she focuses on managing her fitness and upcoming competitions while keeping her sights on the 2028 Olympics.

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Beth Potter at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris

Josh Kerr's Detailed Plan to Break Mile World Record at London Diamond League

Josh Kerr plans to break the mile world record on July 18 in London, employing detailed preparations including custom gear, altitude training, and family support, aiming to surpass a 27-year-old record and honor British mile history.

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A list of the six fastest men's milers in history featuring an image of world record holder Hicham El Guerrouj

Laura Muir to Compete in 5,000m at Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Laura Muir will compete in the 5,000m at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, aiming to strengthen her endurance ahead of major events through 2028. The Scotland team includes rising star Sarah Calvert and Olympic medallists Josh Kerr and Jake Wightman.

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Laura Muir of Team Scotland celebrates winning the gold medal as they cross the finish line during the Women's 1500m Final on day ten of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium

British Sports Face New Challenge as Extreme Heat Replaces Rain Delays

Extreme heat is reshaping British sports, with athletes and fans adapting to new challenges. From tennis at Eastbourne to cricket in Bristol, heat safety measures and changing social habits highlight the climate crisis impact on sports culture.

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England cricketers gather together during a break, some holding drinks, on the first day of the third Test against New Zealand