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Zhao Xintong withstands fightback to become China’s first world snooker champion
Zhao Xintong was crowned China’s first world snooker champion after withstanding a stirring comeback from Mark Williams to complete an 18-12 win at the Crucible.
How York City finished in their National League season
THE Vanarama National League reached its end earlier today with teams suffering heartbreak and confirming play-off spots.
Former SDLP leader Eastwood due in court on charge linked to pro-Gaza rally
The charge is brought under legislation on how public parades and processions are governed in Northern Ireland.
Christian Doidge nets late leveller to earn Forest Green point at Hartlepool
Christian Doidge struck a minute from time to salvage a point for play-off bound Forest Green in a 1-1 National League draw at Hartlepool. The home side had taken the lead eight minutes before the ...
Keir Starmer serves tea and cakes at VE Day party in Downing Street
The Prime Minister, joined by his wife Lady Starmer, invited around 130 people including two Second World War veterans to the event.
Southend earn play-off place after goalless draw with Gateshead
Southend secured the final National League play-off spot with a goalless draw at Gateshead. The Essex club knew Gateshead would leapfrog them into seventh with a win, but the result means the ...
Sutton and Woking play out draw in final game of season as both finish mid-table
Sutton and Woking played out a 1-1 draw in their final game of the Vanarama National League campaign. The visitors took an early lead in the sixth minute when Lewis Walker headed in after Joshua Osude ...
Aldershot gear up for FA Trophy final with narrow triumph over Yeovil
Aldershot completed their FA Trophy final preparations in winning style with a 2-1 victory over Yeovil. Jack Barham opened the scoring in the 39th minute when he span away from his marker and raced ...
Braintree secure survival with win over Rochdale
Braintree made sure of their National League status thanks to a 2-0 home win over Rochdale on the last day of the season. The Essex club were 19th heading into the match and needed a point to ...
Dagenham relegated from National League after final-day draw at Solihull
The Daggers had started the afternoon in 20th place, a point clear of Wealdstone, who went on to beat Halifax.
York finish with win ahead of National League play-offs
The win extended York’s unbeaten run to eight matches as they now prepare for a home play-off semi-final in their bid to join Barnet in the EFL. The result left Eastleigh in 13th place in the final ...
Altrincham and Tamworth share spoils on final day
Alex Newby’s equaliser gave Altrincham a share of the spoils against Tamworth on the final day of the National League regular season. Ben Crompton gave Tamworth the lead in the 14th minute and the ...