English Sports News

Bridge too far for Quins
Chris Bridge starred as Warrington prepared for the play-offs with a thrilling 36-22 win at the Stoop.

Rafa remains on course
An elusive US Open crown remains on the cards for top seed Rafael Nadal after beating Denis Istomin in the second round.

Worthington praises NI troops
Nigel Worthington hailed Northern Ireland as they began their qualifying campaign with victory over Slovenia.

Stylish start for Sale
Mike Brewer's tenure as head coach of Sale got off to the perfect start as the Sharks recorded a 35-18 win over Newcastle.

Venus ventures into last 16
Venus Williams made light work of qualifier Many Minella to reach the fourth round of the US Open.

Vucinic slays Dragons
Wales' opening Euro 2012 qualifier saw them leave Montenegro empty-handed as they suffered a 1-0 defeat.

Houllier in Villa frame
Sky Sports News understands Gerard Houllier has been interviewed for the vacant manager's job at Aston Villa.

Female seeds march on
Top seeds Kim Clijsters, Sam Stosur, Francesca Schiavone and Elena Dementieva all eased into the fourth round at Flushing Meadows.

Jamaican cruise for Murray
Andy Murray breezed to a straight sets victory over Dustin Brown to secure a place in the third round of the US Open.

Defoe hushes Capello critics
A Jermain Defoe hat-trick and a first international goal for Adam Johnson defeated Bulgaria 4-0 in England's first Euro 2012 qualifier.