France weather Welsh storm to close in on Grand Slam

France moved to within sight of a first Guinness Six Nations title and Grand Slam since 2010 after beating Wales 13-9 at the Principality Stadium. Victory over England in Paris next week will see France crowned kings of Europe just 18 months before hosting the World Cup.

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McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo tests positive for Covid-19

McLaren driver Daniel Ricciardo has tested positive for Covid-19 after feeling unwell during the week. The Australian is expected to be released from quarantine in time for next weekend’s season opening Bahrain Grand Prix at the Bahrain International Circuit.

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Galatasaray frustrate Barcelona in goalless first leg

Barcelona face a tricky trip to Turkey next week after they were held to a goalless draw at home to Galatasaray in their Europa League Last 16 first leg. Barcelona had chances to take an advantage to Istanbul but the Turkish side defended well throughout to earn a deserved draw.

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Chelsea sale on hold as Abramovich sanctioned by UK government

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has been sanctioned by the UK government – meaning he is now unable to sell the club. Chelsea have been granted a special license to allow fixtures to be fulfilled, staff to be paid and existing ticket holders to attend matches.

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Benzema hat-trick sees Real Madrid progress as PSG implode

A second half hat-trick from Karim Benzema turned the game on its head as PSG imploded allowing Real Madrid to progress to the Champions League quarter-finals. Kylian Mbappe had given PSG a first half lead but shambolic defending saw the 13 time winners punish the Parisian club.

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