Steve Scott
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England World Cup squad expected to fly to Qatar on plane named 'Rain Bow'
The Virgin Atlantic plane has a registration number GV-PRD - an abbreviation of ‘Pride’. → Read More
Qatar state airline tried to buy FA's silence on World Cup bid, ex-chairman Greg Dyke says
Greg Dyke said Qatar Airways showed interest in sponsoring the FA, but only on the condition that he stopped criticising their successful World Cup bid. → Read More
Azeem Rafiq visits Auschwitz 'trying to better' himself after anti-Semitic comments
The cricketer has reached out to the Jewish community, asking them to advise him on how he can make his past wrongs right. → Read More
New independent regulator to have powers to licence and sanction football clubs
The dramatic changes will come in the form of a “strong" regulator with legal powers to deliver financial sustainability across the football pyramid. | ITV National News → Read More
All eyes on Qatar - but can the World Cup truly be a success?
Qatar will likely host a well-organised tournament, but there are serious questions over the country's laws and treatment of migrant workers. | ITV National News → Read More
What do sanctions on Roman Abramovich mean for Chelsea FC?
Chelsea is holding an emergency board meeting this morning to discuss the potentially catastrophic ramifications. → Read More
Frank Lampard driven to return to football after watching old rivals in Premier League
Frank Lampard has said the only time he felt frustrated while out of work was 'seeing the passion, seeing people I used to go up against.' | ITV National News → Read More
Djokovic's case is a reminder that sport plays a significant role in general Covid policy
As Novak Djokovic's visa is cancelled for a second time, the case is not a good look for tennis or the Australian government. → Read More
Take government funding away from cricket if it does not tackle racism issue, report says
The recommendation comes in a report from a group of MPs who questioned Azeem Rafiq about his experiences as a player at Yorkshire County Cricket Club. → Read More
Cricketer Jack Brooks being investigated for offensive tweets he sent in 2012
ITV News understands two of the tweets date back to 2012 when Brooks used a racial slur. → Read More
'No runs or wickets could have done what you did': Azeem Rafiq speaks of family's pride
Just this week, Azeem Rafiq said someone came into his shop and accused him of having a bomb. → Read More
Saudi-backed takeover of Newcastle United pitches two camps against each other
The Premier League said it has received assurances that Saudi Arabia will not control the club, but human rights charities are concerned. | ITV National News → Read More
US Justice Department hands back $200m stolen from FIFA in one of sport's greatest scandals
Millions were seized by the FBI after members and factions of FIFA were found to be acting fraudulently in 2015. → Read More
Tokyo 2020: Team GB's Olympic success and the sporting legacy of a truly unique Games
In a remarkable feat, Team GB have exceeded their targets and scaled new heights in the pursuit of sporting prowess | ITV National News → Read More
Tokyo 2020: How sporting equality is changing our world
As a dedicated sports fan I really like these new formats. I am not sure which was more awe-inspiring; seeing them racing in turn or celebrating together. → Read More
Brave Simone Biles starts a global conversation about mental health
Her words last night should empower a generation of athletes to speak up and speak out. → Read More
Tokyo Olympics: Covid catastrophe or one golden moment after another?
The opening ceremony will be a more sombre affair as it is scaled down and as many Japanese people are terrified the games will become a super-spreader event. → Read More
How much Covid is an acceptable amount for the Tokyo Olympics?
Polls show most people in Japan do not want the Games to go ahead. → Read More
Fred West: I reported on the killer in 1994
As possible evidence of a body linked to Fred West emerges, Sports Editor Steve Scott recalls covering the killer as a young reporter in the 90s. → Read More
Former British Cycling doctor Richard Freeman found guilty of doping charges
Serious questions now sit at the feet of one of Britain’s most successful Olympic sports after the verdict by a medical tribunal. → Read More