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'Stupid money' well spent: Lossiemouth saunters to Champion Hurdle win

There was a definite tremor in the voice of Rich Ricci, belying the image of the hard-nosed former banker, after his grey mare, Lossiemouth, had galloped to an authoritative success in the Champion Hurdle on Tuesday. “It’s a privilege to have a horse like this,” Ricci said. “This game continues to excite me, to entice me and to make me spend stupid money.”

‘LOL THAT’S IT?’: politics aside, the UFC’s White House card isn’t worth the price of admission

Donald Trump promised that June’s event would bring us some of the greatest fights in history. The truth appears to be rather different

Why F1 the Movie should win the best picture Oscar

It may not be in pole position, but Brad Pitt and director Joseph Kosinski’s sleek, technically inventive ode to motor racing definitely qualifies for the Academy podium

Steve Borthwick’s England selection has the whiff of damage limitation

Unadventurous team will need to improve significantly on multiple fronts if they are to poop France’s potential title party in Paris

Atlético v Tottenham, Newcastle v Barcelona: Champions League last-16 first legs

It’s no longer subdued at St James’ Park. Harvey Barnes has given Newcastle a precious lead, shinning a close-range volley through the keeper Joan Garcia from Jacob Murphy’s terrific cross. Well well.

Havertz eager to make up for lost time for Arsenal against familiar foe

Forward says knee injury was ‘most painful’ of his life

Guardiola demands Manchester City impose their style against Real Madrid

Pep Guardiola has urged Manchester City to face Real Madrid with their true identity in the Champions League last 16 and “earn the tickets” for the next round.

Galatasaray 1-0 Liverpool: Champions League last-16, first leg

Jonathan Wilson was at the Ali Sami Yen this evening. Here’s his verdict. Thanks for reading this MBM.

Familiar tale for Slot after Lemina gives Galatasaray edge over Liverpool

The good news for Liverpool is that the situation is salvageable, when it really might not have been. The bad news is that they were ­distinctly ­second best for the first ­three-quarters of the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.

Winter Paralympics Photo of the Day: Guided Speed

A visually-impaired skier races down a hill right behind his guide.

Debate over Arsenal’s style masks an undeniable march toward greatness

Team’s path to a quadruple appears manageable – give Mikel Arteta and co serious credit for getting to this position

Dominant Lossiemouth a winner as Cheltenham puts civil war on hold

Insiders worry about how to grow racing as costs rise but JP McManus continues to find winners in his 50th year in the sport