Luke Littler’s mother, Lisa, defended the darts star after boos at Ally Pally, criticising hecklers and calling for respect. Sports figures and fans backed her, praising his composure and performances while urging a fairer atmosphere for competitors.

A British heavyweight boxer was involved in a car collision in Nigeria. He is safe, according to reports, while two people were killed. Authorities are investigating the cause, and his team is reviewing plans following the incident.

Brigitte Bardot has died aged 91. The French actor, known for And God Created Woman, later dedicated herself to animal welfare campaigning. Tributes note her enduring influence on European cinema and her decades of activism.

At Anfield, Diogo Jota’s young sons led the side out as mascots in a tribute to the forward. Wearing shirts with his name and No 20, they were joined by his team-mates and family as supporters honoured his memory after his recent death.