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Russian bill on tough anti-doping sanctions passed by parliament
Coaches could face a year in prison if found guilty of coercing young athletes to use banned substances.
Andy Murray admits Wimbledon tears bettered his relationship with the British public
Murray broke down following his heartbreaking loss to the Swiss star.
Wada report highlights 'serious failings' on anti-doping methods employed at Rio 2016 Olympics
Wada's scathing report says budget and operational cutbacks resulted in limited resources for the anti-doping department.
Kate Middleton wows in Alexander McQueen dress and reveals Charlotte's talent at Rio 2016 reception
She joined the Queen, husband Prince William and Prince Harry at the Rio 2016 reception at Buckingham Palace.
Team GB celebrate record-breaking victory with giant London parade
Both Olympic and Paralympic teams boosted Great Britain into second place.
Documentary based on Usain Bolt's life to release on 28 November
'My aim with making this film is to show people how my life really is,' Bolt says.
Team GB's Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic stars honoured at Heroes Parade in Manchester
Thousands of fans lined the streets to treat British athletes to a rousing reception after successful summer.
Rio Olympics terror suspect left brain dead after prison beating
One of the 'defenders of Sharia' was seriously injured in the attack.
Usain Bolt will retire after 2017 world championships
Bolt is the first athlete in history to claim 3 consecutive Olympic gold medals in the 100, 200 and 4X100m relay events.
British Olympics icon Jessica Ennis-Hill announces retirement from athletics
The 30-year-old says she wanted to leave her sport on a high.
Louis Smith apologises for mocking Islam with 'racist allahu akbar' chanting
Olympic medallist 'deeply sorry' for video as British Gymnastics threatens expulsion.
Novak Djokovic's loss of passion for tennis is 'completely understandable' Andy Murray says
The Serb has struggled for form in recent times, suffering early exits in both 2016 Wimbledon and Olympics.
Anti-Doping officials visit British Cycling HQ amid fresh allegations
Investigation follows former Team Sky cyclist Tiernan-Locke's comments that painkillers were 'freely available'.
AIBA stands down all 36 Olympic judges and referees during investigation into Rio 2016 controversy
Recent Olympic boxing tournament was marred by several controversial decisions.
The photo that sums up the devastating impact of the Olympics on Brazil's street children
International NGO alleges police brutality and efforts to 'clean up' streets of poor children.
Queen Letizia is a stylish sport in white designer dress as she greets Rio 2016 Paralympic medalists
The royal received the Olympic medalists in Madrid with husband King Felipe VI.
Irish boxer Steven Donnelly bet against himself before winning Rio 2016 fight
Ireland's Michael Conlan and Great Britain's Anthony Fowler also sanctioned for betting.
Serena Williams insists she has no plans to retire from tennis
Serena Williams will most likely miss the rest of 2016 after taking time off from tennis.
Four-time Olympic gold medalist Mo Farah reveals ambition to become Arsenal's fitness coach
The 33-year-old is a long-time Gunners supporter.
Olympic golden couple Jason Kenny and Laura Trott marry in secret
The Olympic gold medal cyclists married in a private ceremony in Cheshire.
Why the Olympic Games bidding process is becoming a thing of the past
Rome's withdrawal as a candidate for the 2024 Games highlights risks attached to being host city.
Iranian cyclist Bahman Golbarnezhad dies in road race crash at Rio Paralympics
The 48-year-old was going down a steep hill during the men's C4/C5 race when he crashed.
Sarah Storey claims her third gold of Rio Paralympics to lift Great Britain haul to 60
The 38-year-old is now just two golds short of GB's most decorated Paralympian Mike Kenny.
Great Britain beats London 2012 medal haul with 9 more Paralympic golds in Rio
Hannah Cockroft secured her third gold of the summer on day nine.
Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro defeats Andy Murray in titanic Davis Cup clash in Glasgow
Argentine earned revenge for his recent defeat by Murray at Rio Olympics.
Sophie Christiansen and Jeanette Chippington star as Team GB close in on 50 golds at Rio Paralympics
Anne Dickens, Natasha Baker and Emma Wiggs also added to the gold haul.
Great Britain surpasses London 2012 gold medal haul with nine more at Rio Paralympics
Dame Sarah Storey began another gold rush on day seven.
How a 3D-printed 'butterfly' is helping a Paralympian fencer in her quest for gold
Latvia's Polina Rozkova competed at the Rio 2016 games wearing a custom, lightweight 3D printed support.
Great Britain equals Paralympic medal tally from London in Rio
Libby Clegg, Stephanie Millward and Matt Wylie take GB to 120 medals with five days of competition left.
Sascha Kindred, Ellie Simmonds and Susie Rodgers all win gold for Team GB at Rio Paralympics
Britain has now won 63 medals in total, 28 of which are golds.