NELLY Patel will be a cast member for the tenth series of Married at First Sight.
She has taken a bold step into embarking on the reality TV show, having been single for the past year.
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Neelima (Nelly) Patel is appearing on the show get everything she deserves after a year singleCredit: Matt Monfredi / Channel 4
Who is Nelly from Married at First Sight UK 2025?
Nelly is a 30-year-old cosmetic dentist from Manchester.
In a teaser trailer for the new series, she is shown having one of the most dramatic entrances ever seen on the show.
She advances down the aisle in a Bollywood-style outfit on a dolly covered with brightly coloured flowers in an extraordinary spectacle.
The 30-year-old narrates the video by portraying her nervousness about the reaction of her soon-to-be husband.
She says: “If he doesn’t react well to my entrance, I’d be devastated…
“I’m putting my heart on the line and I just really really hope it doesn’t get squished to little pieces because I don’t know how I’m going to come back from it if it does…”
Described as “Outspoken, confident, and warm”, Nelly has been single for over a year and is now ready to search for true love.
She “knows what she deserves” and is looking for a man who is “strong, emotionally intelligent, and not intimidated by a woman who knows exactly who she is.”
For the first time ever, new episodes will be running from Sunday to Wednesday rather then from Monday to Thursday.
The show is on E4 and will be available to stream on demand via Channel 4.
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The show will start on Sunday, September 21Credit: Matt Monfredi / Channel 4
Who are the other Married at First Sight UK 2025 contestants?
Expert Paul has claimed that the new series will be “one of the most memorable” in the reality show’s history.
Another show source said: “For the first time in MAFS UK history, there will be two gay weddings in the same series.
“In the upcoming run, which hits screens later this month, viewers will see a gay male pair and a lesbian twosome meet for the first time at the altar.”
The 18 participants are listed in full below:
ANITA, 54, Durham, Operations Manager
GRACE, 31, Norwich, Midwife in mental health services
JULIA-RUTH, 29, New Zealand, Professional Dancer
LEAH, 35, Liverpool, business owner
LEIGH, 30, Romford, NHS Clinical Coder
MAEVE, 29, Newcastle, Aesthetics Practitioner
NEELIMA (NELLY), 30, Manchester, Cosmetic Dentist
REBECCA, 32, Liverpool, Aesthetics Nurse and clinic owner
LA VOIX has made history by becoming the first drag artist to sign up for the main series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Here’s everything you need to know about the trailblazing performer, whom The Sun exclusively revealed would be part of the Strictly 2025 line-up.
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La Voix is the first drag artist to feature on a main series of StrictlyCredit: Instagram
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La Voix also made it to the semi-finals of BGTCredit: Rex
Who is La Voix?
La Voix, born Christopher Dennis, is a dynamic performer, presenter and vocalist.
She first rose to prominence in the entertainment world as a semi-finalist on Britain’s Got Talent in 2014.
La Voix later gained international acclaim through appearances on shows including Queen of the Universe and Queens For The Night.
In 2024, La Voix was a fan favourite and runner-up on the sixth series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, earning four RuPeter Badges for winning multiple challenges, including the Snatch Game and a musical Rusical performance.
Growing up in Stockton-on-Tees, La Voix moved to London aged 18 to study drama at Brunel University before training in musical theatre at the Urdang Academy.
Her career spans decades and includes performances worldwide on over 80 cruise ships and regular pantomime roles.
This is on top of La Voix’s live shows combining powerful vocals, comedy and celebrity impressions — she has the ability to channel legendary divas like Tina Turner, Cher and Judy Garland.
La Voix interviewed iconic personalities such as Dawn French and Joanna Lumley, and even performed for the Royal Family at its exclusive New Year’s Eve ball for two consecutive years.
The entertainer has also been involved in film, including a role in Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie.
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 lineup IN FULL – including Game of Thrones star & famous YouTuber
La Voix’s participation in Strictly Come Dancing is historic as she is the first drag queen to compete in the main series of the show.
While drag performers have appeared in the program’s Christmas specials before, La Voix is breaking new ground by joining the main line-up.
Speaking with the BBC, La Voix said: “I’ve performed for royalty, RuPaul and Simon Cowell, but nothing fills me with more excitement, and quite a bit of terror, than the thought of dancing in front of millions on live Saturday night TV.
“Strictly is a national institution, and I can’t wait to get started.
“All that’s left to say is: good luck to my partner! Here’s hoping they can help me go from La Voix into La Danse.”
La Voix also told Radio 2’s Scott Mills: “I can’t dance, I’ve always said it’s not my thing.
“I’ve managed to get through 20 years of being on stage by standing in the centre and having dancers choreographed around me, now I can’t hide behind that any more.”
Who else is on Strictly this year?
The 2025 Strictly Come Dancing line-up includes a stacked cast of celebrities alongside La Voix:
Harry Aikines-Aryeetey (Olympian and Gladiator)
Dani Dyer (TV personality)
Alex Kingston (Doctor Who actress)
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink (former footballer)
Balvinder Sopal (actress from EastEnders)
Ellie Goldstein (model and the first contestant with Down syndrome on the full show)
AMY HUNT is sprinting herself to the top of the athletics charts after putting on a scintillating display in Tokyo.
The Team GB star secured a silver medal in the Women’s 200m final at the 2025 World Athletics Championship.
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Amy Hunt won silver at the 2025 World Athletics ChampionshipsCredit: PA
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Hunt stunned the world in TokyoCredit: Getty
And it was a result that reduced Hunt to tears with her podium finish being so unexpected.
SunSport can bring fans up to speed on the British sprinter’s background.
Who is Amy Hunt?
Born on May 15, 2002, Amy Hunt is a British sprinting sensation who was raised in Newark, Nottinghamshire.
Hunt rose to prominence when she set a new world record of 22.24 seconds in the Under-18 women’s 200m race in Mannheim, Berlin during the summer of 2019.
The talented Brit then went on to win gold medals in both the 200m and 4x100m at the European Under-20 Championships.
But then sadly, her transition into senior athletics was disrupted by COVID-19 before a serious leg injury in 2022 put her out of action for several months.
However, Hunt returned to the track late in 2022 and by 2024, the super sprinter found herself securing a bronze medal at the 2024 Diamond League in Stockholm.
She then went on to picking up her first title as part of GB women’s 4x100m team that took gold at the European Championships in Rome before finishing second in the 100m at the 2024 British Ahtletics Championships in Manchester.
All of the above helped Hunt deservedly earn a spot for Team GB at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and her spectacular leg saw the Brits win a second medal in the 4x100m relay.
Now fast forward a year later, Hunt stunned the world by coming second in the 200m women’s final at the World Athletics Championships.
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Hunt is on the rise to the topCredit: AFP
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Hunt helped Team GB secure a silver medal at the Paris Olympic GamesCredit: Getty
What did Amy Hunt study at Cambridge University?
In 2020, Hunt started an undergraduate degree at Cambridge University.
She went on to graduate with a degree in English in 2023, where she was a Corpus Christi Alumna.
This delayed Hunt’s sprinting training as it only allowed her to start practicing in early June 2023.
However, she came fifth 5th in the 100m final at the British Championships and was part of the winning U23 British 4x100m relay squad in Espoo, Finland.
CHELSEA travel up the road where they will face rivals Brentford in what is already their fourth London derby of the season – and SunSport can point fans in the right direction of where to tune in.
Joao Pedro’s header and Enzo Fernandez’s penalty helped the Blues overcome a furious Fulham side before the international break.
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Joao Pedro scored a controversial headerCredit: AP
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Brentford threw away three points against SunderlandCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
And Pedro’s opening strike was a major talking point with it coming in the NINTH minute of stoppage time despite only eight minutes being added.
Elsewhere, Brentford had drama of their own as they most recently lost to newly-promoted Sunderland courtesy of a 90+6 stoppage time Wilson Isidor penalty after leading the game up until the 77th minute.
So they’ll be itching to get back on track with a win and hand one of the only remaining undefeated sides a loss at the Gtech.
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca initially thought his £30million transfer from Ipswich would miss six to eight weeks.
But it is now clear he will miss significantly more than that.
The Athletic report Delap will not return to training until November.
Dario Essugo, Romeo Lavia and Benoit Badiashile are all set to the miss the London derby.
As for Blues talisman Cole Palmer, it is still unclear whether he’ll return after missing both the clash against West Ham and Fulham as well as pulling out of the England side.
PADDY DONOVAN will be hoping to right some wrongs when he takes on Lewis Crocker once again for the IBF welterweight title.
Donovan, 26 thought his title dreams had come true when he delivered a big right hand to knock Crocker down during their first encounter.
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Lewis Crocker needed treatment after being knocked down by Paddy DonovanCredit: Sportsfile
But to the dismay of the Irishman, he would quickly learn he had been disqualified by referee Marcus McDonnell, who deemed his punch to be AFTER the bell in the eighth round.
Speaking after the fight, Donovan said: “It’s not easy to get the fight out of your head. It’s not really the fight, it’s the aftermath … Coming out of the ring, the emotions setting in and seeing different reactions from the crowd.
“This part of my journey doesn’t really happen to many fighters. You either win fair or you lose fair.
You either win, get knocked out or knock out somebody and you just move on. It was like I won the fight but didn’t get the result. That’s the way I felt deep down.”
Six months later, Paddy will get a second shot at Crcocker and SunSport can let fans know exactly how to watch it.
How can I watch Lewis Crocker vs Paddy Donovan 2?
Lewis Crocker vs Paddy Donovan will be exclusively broadcast LIVE on DAZN.
The whole fight card will stream live on DAZN in over 200 countries across the globe via a DAZN subscription.
If you are not currently a DAZN member, then monthly and annual subscription options are available to watch over 185 fights a year across boxing, bare knuckle boxing, MMA and kickboxing.
An Annual Super Saver subscription is a one-off payment of £119.99 / $224.99 for 12-months access (£14.99 / $19.99 per month if paying in monthly instalments).
A Monthly Flexible pass, which can be cancelled at any time, is £24.99 / $29.99 per month.
If you are not a DAZN subscriber, you can also redeem a 7-day free trial and just pay for the PPV as a one-off, and once the trial is over, you will move onto a Monthly Flex subscription, should you not cancel.
Alternatively, SunSport’s live blog will bring you round-by-round updates from the huge card.
Crocker vs Donovan 2 will take place on Saturday, September 13.
Lewis Crocker vs Paddy Donovan 2 – All the info
WINDSOR PARK will host one of the biggest boxing nights in Irish history as rivals Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan meet again THIS WEEKEND.
Almost 20,000 people are set to pack into the stadium to watch the highly-anticipated rematch between Belfast’s own Crocker and Limerick’s Donovan.
Their first fight ended in massive drama as Donovan was disqualified for punching Crocker after the bell after round eight.
He had already been docked points in rounds six and eight for illegal use of his elbow and head.
With tensions boiling over – and a world title also now on the line – we could be in line for one of the best fights of the year.
Matthew Boreland vs Ruadhan Farrell (Irish super-bantamweight title)
What has been said?
Crocker feels as if he has been written off despite winning the first fight.
The heavy-hitter told DAZN news: “It does change. The last fight was seen as a 50-50 fight. I feel like everyone has written me off for this fight.
“I’ve got to be better from the last time around. I’m feeling very confident going into this fight. Fight week is always busy, and I’ve always got stuff to do. I’m used to it now.
“But the main part is on September 13th. It will be exceptional on the pitch, with the crowd. It is going to be such a huge occasion for everyone and for the city of Belfast.”
Hannah Cooper is TV presenter Joel Dommett’s wifeCredit: Getty
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Joel is hosting the National Television Awards for the fifth consecutive year in 2025Credit: ITV
Who is Joel Dommett’s wife Hannah Cooper?
British model Hannah Cooper met husband Joel Dommett when she drunkenly messaged him with a cat emoji on Instagram, shortly after he appeared on I’m A Celeb in 2016.
Discussing the wedding with OK! in February 2020, Joel said: “It was honestly so fun.
“I was fully prepared to say it was the best day of my life and pretend it was — because I’ve been lucky enough to do Bake Off and I’ve had these amazing experiences in my life — but it was genuinely the best day of my life!
Joel Dommett reveals huge NTA’s shake-up that will shock fans
“We had 28 people there. Some people have weddings where half the day is saying hi and bye to people.
“I wanted our closest friends and family to have a wonderful time.”
Not long after they began dating, Joel released a memoir – It’s Not Me It’s Them: Confessions Of A Hopeless Modern Romance – which charts romantic encounters with 40 women before he met Hannah.
The mum guilt thing is real, definitely, and if I’m not feeling guilty, then Joel will be feeling guilty, so we’re probably not that helpful to each other.
Speaking to The Sun about being a mum for the first time, Hannah told us: “The mum guilt thing is real, definitely, and if I’m not feeling guilty, then Joel will be feeling guilty, so we’re probably not that helpful to each other.
“There are times when he’ll say, ‘I’ll look after Wilde. Go out and have fun’. Then he’ll send me a message saying, ‘Look at this photo of Wilde’, and I’ll go, ‘Damn it, I was in the zone with the girls’.
“It is difficult managing it but you’ve got to switch off and take an hour for yourself, then you’ll feel better for it.”
Talking about the possibility of another child, she added: “I really would love to, but Joel before was like, ‘one is good’.
“One means we’re in control, and we can totally manage that.
“But now Wilde is here, I would totally love another one.
“I feel like Joel is Wilde’s sibling. I feel like there is enough fun in the house, and there is enough drama and energy going on.”
Joel Dommett’s career so far
Joel started out as an actor, landing small roles in shows including Casualty, Inspector Lynley and Skins.
But the funnyman has also presented or taken part in other big shows, such as:
Opening up on fronting this year’s ceremony, he said: “The NTAs are 30 years old and the party planning starts here!
“Star guests? Check. All our best-loved shows? Check. My payment? Cheque. Join us at London’s O2 to mark this extra special evening!”
And on what he thinks about 2025’s prize shortlist, he added: “It’s the best the shortlist has ever been since I’ve hosted it. I genuinely don’t know which way it’s going to go.
“That’s what’s really exciting about the NTAs — it’s shows, those things that are loved by the public.
“It’s not decided by a panel or a committee. It’s the people at home — it’s what they like, it’s what they watch.”
The plan is for the cricket to be paused at 3pm to ensure it does not distract the players.
What have the English Cricket Board said?
An ECB spokesperson said: “Plans are in place to ensure fans attending the Utilita Bowl on Sunday are aware of the national test of the emergency alerts system, which is due to take place during the third England Men’s Metro Bank ODI vs South Africa.
“We will work with match officials ahead of the game and take appropriate action depending on the state of the game.
“Fans will be kept updated with in-stadia announcements as the game progresses.”
Why is the alert test happening?
The government are testing the system as they believe it “serves a crucial purpose in keeping the public safe”.
It is used in extreme circumstances when to warn people of a danger to life.
You may remember when it was tested before on April 23, 2023.
Since the initial test, FIVE real alerts during major storms have been sent to those needed.
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Mobiles across the country will receive an emergency test alertCredit: Getty
TOTTENHAM have announced that Daniel Levy has stepped down from his role as Executive Chairman after nearly 25 years at the helm.
The huge announcement on Thursday evening brings to an end a quarter of a century of his leadership at the club.
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Daniel Levy has left TottenhamCredit: Getty
Levy oversaw regular European qualification and two trophies during his era – the 2008 League Cup and last season’s Europa League triumph.
He also played a key role in Tottenham’s moves into their new training ground and their new stadium.
But fans want to know what that means for the club.
What does Daniel Levy leaving mean for Tottenham’s ownership?
There will be no changes to the ownership or shareholder structure of the club, Tottenham have announced.
Daniel Levy said: “I am incredibly proud of the work I have done together with the executive team and all our employees. We have built this club into a global heavyweight competing at the highest level.
“More than that, we have built a community. I was lucky enough to work with some of the greatest people in this sport, from the team at Lilywhite House and Hotspur Way to all the players and managers over the years.
“I wish to thank all the fans that have supported me over the years. It hasn’t always been an easy journey but significant progress has been made. I will continue to support this club passionately.”
JOEY ESSEX returns to the big screens once again TONIGHT… but not for a reality TV show!
The TOWIE legend will be making his highly anticipated boxing debut on the Misfits 22 card against Portuguese influencer Numeiro.
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Joey Essex is set to make his boxing debut on Misfits 22 on Saturday nightCredit: Getty
Joey, 35, was in line to feature on Misfits Boxing’s ‘super card’ in Qatar last November against KSI’s brother Deji.
But it fell through with Joey featuring on season 11 of Love Island instead.
Fast forward a year later, Essex is set to face Numeiro who has a little bit of experience in the ring.
However, the Portuguese star lost his only career fight – a 2023 sixth round stoppage by Kalin Simeonov.
And despite it being Joey’s first-ever boxing bout, he’ll feel confident with his uncle and legendary coach Tony Simms in his corner who is known for his incredible work with British icon Conor Benn.
SunSport can provide fans with all the details ahead of this intriguing clash.
When is Joey Essex vs Numeiro?
Joey Essex vs Numeiro will take place TONIGHT – Saturday, August 30.
Ring-walk times for this huge fight are yet to be confirmed but reports suggest that the fight could start around 9pm BST.
The main card will get underway at 7pm BST, while the main event between Darren Till and Luke Rockhold is expected at 11pm BST.
Manchester’s AO Arena is the chosen venue and it can host approximately 21,000 fans.
Misfits 22 – All the info
MISFITS boxing is back for an absolutely massive card this weekend.
The a huge event comes from the AO Arena in Manchester, with the night starring a mix of UFC legends, Misfits icons – and two TOWIE stars!
Ring of Thrones, as the night has been dubbed, is headlined by a meeting of two former UFC stars in Darren Till and Luke Rockhold.
Former UFC champ Tony Ferguson is also making his debut for the promotion and puts his legacy on the line against Salt Papi, who has impressed in the ring and won his last three fights by TKO.
A packed night sees reality TV star cousins Joey Essex and Demi Sims make their boxing debuts.
Demi’s dad Tony has trained the likes of Anthony Joshua and Conor Benn and is Matchroom Sport’s head coach.
MMA upstart Dillon Danis is also back on the card, as well as Misfits regulars such as Ty Mitchell, Chase DeMoor and Amir Anderson.
Here’s everything you need to know about the night…
What TV channel is Joey Essex vs Numeiro on and can it be live streamed?
Joey Essex vs Numeiro will be available to watch exclusively on DAZN.
There are three options for a DAZN subscription, Annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – and a monthly option.
An annual pass can be purchased for£119.99in the United Kingdom. That’s just £2.30 per week or 65p per fight(based on 185 fight nights per year).
A monthly flexible pass is priced at £24.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time.
A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZN
A DAZN subscription costs:
Annual Super Saver: £119.99 annually
Monthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99 per month
Monthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99 per month
Alternatively, SunSport will live blog all the action as it happens.
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Who else is on the card?
Darren Till and Luke Rockhold headline Misfits 22 for a huge MFB bridgerweight title fight.
And fans will get to see Salt Papi in action once again when he takes on Tony Ferguson.
What has been said?
Numeiro has not been impressed with Joey Essex’s sparring videos.
The Portuguese influencer said: “I saw a couple of videos of him boxing and sparring and I do not know if he was trying to look bad on purpose to like not scare me away.
“That was genuinely a question in my head because I do not know the guy. I do not know if he fought as a kid. I saw a couple of videos and they looked really bad.
“Hopefully, he was not playing me. If that was the real him, I am confident I will beat him up.”
Darren Till (L) is looking to make it three from three in Misfits boxing with a win over Luke Rockhold.
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Luke Rockhold (L) is set to make his boxing debut against Darren Till on August 30.
Till boasted a UFC record of 18-5-1 and has since transferred his skill to the Misfits ring.
The Liverpool born fighter, 32, has won his first two fights since making his Misfits boxing debut, convincingly defeating Anthony Taylor by TKO and Darren Stewart by unaminous decision.
“The Gorilla” will be eager to continue his form with a win over Rockhold and is favourite for the bout.
American retired MMA star Rockhold makes his much anticipated boxing debut on August 30.
The 40-year-old star is most remembered for becoming the seventh UFC Middleweight champion in UFC history just over a decade ago.
It will be a tough challenge for Rockhold as he makes the transition into boxing, but he will be hoping for a strong underdog victory against the in-form Till.
When is Till vs Rockhold?
Till vs Rockhold will take place on Saturday, August 30.
Streaming for the event begins at 7pm BST.
The ring-walks for the main event will be approximately at 10pm BST.
The bout will take place in Manchester at the AO Arena.
What TV channel is Till vs Rockhold on and can it be live streamed?
The whole fight card will stream live on DAZN in over 200 countries across the globe via a DAZN subscription.
If you are not currently a DAZN member, then monthly and annual subscription options are available to watch over 185 fights a year across boxing, bare knuckle boxing, MMA and kickboxing.
An Annual Super Saver subscription is a one-off payment of £119.99 / $224.99 for 12-months access (£14.99 / $19.99 per month if paying in monthly instalments).
A Monthly Flexible pass, which can be cancelled at any time, is £24.99 / $29.99 per month.
Alternatively, SunSport’s live blog will bring you round-by-round updates from the huge card.
Who else is on the card?
Here are all the bouts taking place in Manchester:
THE BBC has full live coverage of this year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup, with England hosting the competition.
It’s been just over ten years since England won the Rugby World Cup and the Red Roses will be hoping they can repeat that feat this year on home soil.
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England host the Women’s Rugby World Cup for the first time since 2010Credit: Getty
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The BBC offers full live coverage of the tournamentCredit: PA
In 2014 England defeated Canada in the final to win the tournament in Paris.
Since then, they have finished as runner-up in both of the previous two World Cups- losing out to New Zealand in 2017 and again in 2021.
Despite these short comings, England will be confident they can go all the way this year with the Red Roses hosting the competition.
They go in high of confidence, being undefeated in 27 games and Grand Slam winners of the Women’s Guinness Six Nations four times out of four since their 2021 defeat.
When is the Women’s Rugby World Cup?
The World Cup begins with hosts England taking on the USA at the Stadium of Light, the home of Premier League side Sunderland A.F.C.
This game takes place on Friday, August 22, kick-starting the Group-Stages which proceed until Sunday, September 7.
The Quarter-Finals will be played across the weekend of 13-14 September at the Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol.
The Semi-Finals will be played the following weekend at the same location on September 19 and September 20.
Welsh TV host Logan is one of the UK’s leading broadcasters, doing presenting work for the BBC on Match of the Day and Final Score.
She has also been a key member of the BBC’s presenting team at the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games, 2014 Brazil World Cup, 2018 Russia World Cup, and the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
Ugo Monye, 42, is a former English rugby union player, staring for club and country for 13 years between 2002 and 2015.
Since retiring, the former England international has made the transition into punditry.
Monye has helped cover the Six Nations tournament and he also presents the BBC’s weekly rugby podcast.
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Gabby Logan brings plenty of experience to the table as she co-leads the presenting team for the World Cup.Credit: Getty
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Ex-Rugby Union player Ugo Monye also leads the BBC’s presenting team for the competition.Credit: Rex
Who are the commentators for the Women’s Rugby World Cup?
Sara Orchard, Andrew Cotter and Claire Thomas lead the commentary team for this year’s World Cup.
They will be joined pitch-side by reporters Sonja McLaughlan, Sarra Elgan and Elma Smit.
How can I watch the Women’s Rugby World Cup?
All 32 matches will be aired on BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website and the BBC Sport app.
Selected matches, mainly featuring the home nations, will also be broadcast on BBC One or BBC Two.
SMALL details can sometimes lead to the biggest headaches when it comes to air travel.
And when it comes to passenger names on a booking, getting these right is key if you want everything to go smoothly at the airport.
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Each airline has its own rules on name changesCredit: Getty
Airlines have a right to deny boarding to anyone who’s ticket doesn’t match their ID, and some travellers have been denied boarding for failing to correct this ahead of their flight.
So whether you need to correct a typo or transfer a ticket to a different person entirely – here are the name change rules for different airlines, made simple.
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Ryanair allows name changes up to two hours before if made at the airportCredit: AFP
Ryanair
Low-cost airline Ryanair allows changes to names up to 24 hours before a flight’s departure time if processed online, and two hours before if done at the airport desk.
Both of these options will incur a name change fee: £115 on the website and £160 through an agent.
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If you notice a minor mistake within 48 hours booking you can correct up to three characters in a name free of charge – but more substantial or later changes will carry a price tag.
Maiden and married names are the exception here.
Ryanair will amend a name at no extra cost if your surname has changed on the document you are using for travel.
Editing a booking to be in someone else’s name is also possible, but not if one of the flights on the booking has already departed (for example, if you are already abroad and trying to make changes for your return flight).
Those name changes that fall within 48 hours of booking and over 24 hours before flying can be made on the Ryanair website or app by clicking ‘Manage this booking’ and selecting ‘Change a name’.
But if you’re already checked in, you’ll need to contact the airline and pay the slightly higher price.
easyJet
easyJet also allows name tweaks, letting passengers correct titles and spelling mistakes of up to three letters without any fee.
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easyJet name changes can be made for £60Credit: Alamy
The airline is slightly more lenient than Ryanair with this, as it does not have a time limit of 48 hours after booking.
You can do this on either its website or app under ‘View Bookings’.
Changes of more than three characters or a whole name can also be made, but a fee will be applied per passenger, per flight.
The cost is £60 for online amendments and £65 for going through the customer service team.
And in the event of needing a very last-minute change, easyJet gives you a little more time than Ryanair by allowing requests at the airport desk up to 90 minutes before departure.
Jet2
British airline Jet2 has a more restrictive policy when it comes to name changes.
Only the lead passenger can make edits and absolutely no changes are allowed after check-in.
It does have the same three letter rule as easyJet and Ryanair – allowing minor tweaks for free – but the fee that applies for more major changes can end up being higher.
While amendments made 14 days or more ahead of the flight time only cost £50, changes made after that will cost £150 plus any fare difference since the booking was made.
This means that if the price of your flight has gone up and you request changes just days before your trip, it could be significantly more costly than £150.
Jet2 also does not allow for any name changes within 48 hours of flying, so you have less flexibility.
If you are within the permitted window and wish to go ahead with a change it’s easy to do this through the ‘Manage My Booking’ function on its app or website.
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Some airlines will ask you to also pay the fare difference on top of a change feeCredit: Getty
Vueling
Vueling is fast becoming a popular choice for budget-friendly flights, with many European destinations on its roster.
It also offers different fare options from Basic to Flex.
Name change fees for Vueling are dependent on which you have purchased – if you have a Basic plane ticket, a full name swap will cost you €50 (roughly £43).
And similar to Jet2, you may also be charged the difference if the price of your flight has increased.
However, if you paid for a Flex ticket the total price might be lower as you will only be asked to pay the set change fee, not the fare difference.
Small spelling errors can be corrected at no extra cost up to two hours before flying providing none of the flights in the booking have already been taken.
Adding middle names or second surnames is also free of charge.
This is very important to check as some airlines don’t require middle names for a booking, but Vueling’s policy is that passenger tickets must match their identity documents exactly.
Wizz Air
Passengers can access their Wizz Account and go to ‘Make changes’ if they wish to change a name for their upcoming flight.
Typos of up to three letters are free, while ticket transfers to a new completely name cost €70 (around £61).
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Wizz Air passengers should access their Wizz Account to request changesCredit: AFP
This is allowed up to three hours before departure.
Wizz Air‘s call centre is also on hand for anyone who would prefer to make these changes by phone.
The airline is accommodating when it comes to changing surnames after marriage or divorce and will amend these for free for any passenger that provides the required documentation.
However, its website states that responses to such emails can take up to 30 days, so get in contact as soon as you can if you wish to request this.
British Airways
British Airways differs slightly compared to more budget airlines.
Its tickets are non-transferable, meaning passengers are not able to change an entire name on a booking and will instead need to cancel and re-book the ticket.
This will likely cost significantly more than any flat fee.
However, unlike other carriers, BA has a 24-hour grace period.
Customers have one day to completely cancel their flight free of charge, giving them the option to get a full refund and make a new booking in this time frame.
Free spelling corrections of up to three characters can be made by contacting the BA customer services team.
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Airlines require the names on your booking and identity documents to matchCredit: Alamy
Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz will play together in the competitionCredit: Getty
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Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic are also among the star names playingCredit: AFP via Getty Images
Organisers have controversially made the event stand-alone this year in an attempt to encourage top singles players to participate in the mixed doubles.
The competition is set to be played between August 19-20 with the US Open Singles tournament getting started on August 24.
Many of the big name singles players will be competing in the competition with seven teams gaining direct entry based on their combined singles rankings.
Wimbledon winner and last year’s men’s US Open champion Jannik Sinner teams up with experienced doubles player Katerina Siniakova.
Reigning champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori return as they will try to defend their title.
Novak Djokovic is also in the competition and pairs up with Olga Danilovic.
The 24-time Grand Slam winner has only reached the second round of a doubles competition once – at Wimbledon in 2006 – but did make a run to the semi-finals of the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.
US Open Mixed Doubles 2025 prize money
This year’s prize money has increased significantly from last year with the winning team now being awarded $1million (£736,880).
This is a staggering improvement on the $200,000 (£147,364) given to 2024 champions Errani and Vavassori.
Intent has clearly being shown by organisers significantly increasing the prize pool, upping the stakes and hopefully increasing the suspense and excitement of the games throughout the competition.
Here is a full breakdown of the prize money for the mixed doubles competition:
THE US Open mixed doubles tournament is getting a revamp this year, with some of the best singles players in the world stepping on court.
Instead of doubles happening at the same time as singles – like at the other three Grand Slams – the 2025 mixed doubles tournament at Flushing Meadows will take place a week before the singles tournament.
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Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu will be playing as a team
The change has caused some controversy, as 2025 Wimbledon mixed doubles champ Sem Verbeek branded it “a shame“.
Who’s playing in the 2025 US Open mixed doubles?
There are eight teams confirmed for the US Open mixed doubles.
Five-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz will team up with British No. 1 Emma Raducanu – who won the singles tournament in 2021.
Earlier this year, they sparked romance rumours after being spotted at each other’s matches at Wimbledon and Queen’s.
Other confirmed teams include World No 1 Jannik Sinner and Emma Navarro, Brit No 1 Jack Draper and Spain’s Paula Badosa, and all-American duo Tommy Paul and Jessica Pegula.
Two more teams will receive a wildcard in the coming weeks. Among the favourites to receive the final wildcards are Naomi Osaka and Nick Kyrgios, plus British No 2 Katie Boulter and her fiance Alex de Minaur, who tweeted: “Katie and I would like to ask for a WC pretty pretty please”.
What is the draw for the US Open mixed doubles?
Top Half
(1) Jessica Pegula & Jack Draper vs Emma Raducanu & Carlos Alcaraz
Olga Danilovic & Novak Djokovic vs Mirra Andreeva & Daniil Medvedev
(3) Iga Siwatek & Casper Ruud vs Madison Keys & Frances Tiafoe
Naomi Osaka & Gael Monfils vs Caty McNally & Lorenzo Musetti
Bottom Half
Katerina Siniakova & Jannik Sinner vs Belinda Bencic & Alexander Zverev
Taylor Townsend & Ben Shelton vs (4) Amanda Anisimova & Holger Rune
Venus Williams & Reilly Opelka vs Karolina Muchova & Andrey Rublev
Sara Errani & Andrea Vavassori vs (2) Elena Rybakina & Taylor Fritz
When does the US Open mixed doubles tournament start?
The revamped US Open mixed doubles championship will take place over two days, on August 19 and 20.
The first and second rounds will start at 11am New York time (6am BST) on August 19, and the semi-final at 7pm (2pm BST) the following evening – with the final set to begin soon after.
The US Open as a whole will last three weeks, and will finish with the men’s singles final on September 7.
How much is the US Open mixed doubles prize money?
The 2025 mixed doubles champions will receive $1 million (about £740,000) in prize money.
This is five times as much as last year’s $200,000 (£148,600) prize money, won by Italy’s Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori – who have received a wildcard into this year’s tournament.
What is the controversy behind the 2025 US Open mixed doubles?
The new US Open mixed doubles format has sparked controversy for taking away opportunities from players who specialise in doubles.
Wimbledon mixed doubles champion Sem Verbeek of the Netherlands told BBC Sport that his “heart is bleeding” at not having the chance to play.
His doubles partner at Wimbledon, Czechia’s Katerina Siniakova – currently the world No 2 in doubles and an Olympic gold medallist – added: “I think it’s a marketing step, but they are taking [away the] chance of doubles players.”
Last year’s US Open mixed doubles champions, Errani and Vavassori, echoed their feelings.
“We see it as a profound injustice that disrespects an entire category of players,” the Italian duo said in a joint statement.
Where can I watch the US Open mixed doubles?
All the US Open action – singles and doubles – can be streamed in the UK and Ireland on Sky Sports.
The exciting youngster is ranked No1 by the WBO after he knocked out Mike Balogun in May to take his flawless record to 12-0.
Itauma is the big favourite to beat veteran Whyte, who is almost double his age.
The Bodysnatcher is looking to pull off a huge upset as he looks to revive his career after underwhelming wins against Christian Hammer and Ebenezer Tetteh in 2024.
A win for Whyte could potentially set up a blockbuster rematch with Anthony Joshua or a trilogy bout against Derek Chisora.
But defeat may see the 37-year-old’s time as a top heavyweight come to an end.
SunSport brings you all the details you need ahead of Itamua vs Whyte.
Moses Itauma vs Dillian Whyte – all the info
One of the biggest fights of the year has arrived
The highly-touted Moses Itauma faces the biggest test of his fledgling career as he steps into the ring with Dillian Whyte on Saturday night.
Itauma, 20, has great expectations on his shoulders – he has been compared to Mike Tyson and is expected by many to dominate boxing’s heavyweight division over the next decade.
But the Slovakian-born star – who sits at 12-0 (10KOs) is yet to face a test anywhere close to what Whyte can offer.
The Body Snatcher is now 37 and has not looked great in his last couple of fights, but the former world title challenger knows an upset win would catapult him right back to the top table.
The whole fight card will stream live on DAZN in over 200 countries across the globe via a DAZN subscription.
If you are not currently a DAZN member, then monthly and annual subscription options are available to watch over 185 fights a year across boxing, bare knuckle boxing, MMA and kickboxing.
An Annual Super Saver subscription is a one-off payment of £119.99 / $224.99 for 12-months access (£14.99 / $19.99 per month if paying in monthly instalments).
A Monthly Flexible pass, which can be cancelled at any time, is £24.99 / $29.99 per month.
Alternatively, SunSport’s live blog will bring you round-by-round updates from the huge card.
Who else is on the card?
Here are all the bouts taking place in Saudi Arabia:
Subject to change
Moses Itauma vs Dillian Whyte; Heavyweight
Nick Ball vs Sam Goodman; Featherweight, for the WBA title
Ray Ford vs Abraham Nova; Super featherweight
Filip Hrgovic vs David Adeleye; Heavyweight
Hayato Tsutsumi vs Qais Ashfaq; Super featherweight
PSG won the Champions League last seasonCredit: Getty
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Tottenham ended their 17-year trophy drought with their Europa League winCredit: AFP
In May, Spurs ended their 17-year trophy drought with a stunning 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Bilbao final.
New Tottenham boss Thomas Frank will get the chance to claim silverware in his first competitive match at the helm as he looks to lead the Lilywhites to the Super Cup for the first time in the club’s history.
The former Brentford boss will know it will be a big ask for Spurs as they face a PSG side who were the best team in Europe last season.
But this summer, the French giants failed to add the Club World Cup to their four trophies last term after they were thrashed 3-0 by Chelsea in the final.
Luis Enrique’s side will be looking to bounce back and add more silverware to their ever-expanding collection.
But it’s not just a trophy up for grabs in Udinese, with the Super Cup having huge cash incentives for both clubs.
What is the Super Cup prize money 2025?
Both PSG and Spurs will earn £3.4million each for playing in the Super Cup.
Whichever team goes on to lift the trophy, they will pick up an extra £900,000.
Meaning the Super Cup winner will bank a total of £4.3million.
How to watch the Super Cup 2025
The Super Cup will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1.
You can live stream the match via the discovery+ app/website.
Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog for minute-by-minute updates.
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The exciting youngster is ranked No1 by the WBO after he knocked out Mike Balogun in May to take his flawless record to 12-0.
Itauma is the big favourite to beat veteran Whyte, who is almost double his age.
The Bodysnatcher is looking to pull off a huge upset as he looks to revive his career after underwhelming wins against Christian Hammer and Ebenezer Tetteh in 2024.
A win for Whyte could potentially set up a blockbuster rematch with Anthony Joshua or a trilogy bout against Derek Chisora.
But defeat may see the 37-year-old’s time as a top heavyweight come to an end.
SunSport brings you all the details you need ahead of Itamua vs Whyte.
Moses Itauma vs Dillian Whyte – all the info
One of the biggest fights of the year has arrived
The highly-touted Moses Itauma faces the biggest test of his fledgling career as he steps into the ring with Dillian Whyte on Saturday night.
Itauma, 20, has great expectations on his shoulders – he has been compared to Mike Tyson and is expected by many to dominate boxing’s heavyweight division over the next decade.
But the Slovakian-born star – who sits at 12-0 (10KOs) is yet to face a test anywhere close to what Whyte can offer.
The Body Snatcher is now 37 and has not looked great in his last couple of fights, but the former world title challenger knows an upset win would catapult him right back to the top table.
The whole fight card will stream live on DAZN in over 200 countries across the globe via a DAZN subscription.
If you are not currently a DAZN member, then monthly and annual subscription options are available to watch over 185 fights a year across boxing, bare knuckle boxing, MMA and kickboxing.
An Annual Super Saver subscription is a one-off payment of £119.99 / $224.99 for 12-months access (£14.99 / $19.99 per month if paying in monthly instalments).
A Monthly Flexible pass, which can be cancelled at any time, is £24.99 / $29.99 per month.
Alternatively, SunSport’s live blog will bring you round-by-round updates from the huge card.
Who else is on the card?
Here are all the bouts taking place in Saudi Arabia:
Subject to change
Moses Itauma vs Dillian Whyte; Heavyweight
Nick Ball vs Sam Goodman; Featherweight, for the WBA title
Ray Ford vs Abraham Nova; Super featherweight
Filip Hrgovic vs David Adeleye; Heavyweight
Hayato Tsutsumi vs Qais Ashfaq; Super featherweight
