European star Viktor Hovland may miss Sunday’s singles at the 2025 Ryder Cup after an MRI confirmed a lingering neck problem. He sat out Saturday’s fourballs, was replaced by Tyrrell Hatton, and could trigger the rarely‑used Envelope Rule if he can’t play. Europe leads 7‑0 and needs just 2.5 points to clinch the Cup, making his availability a pivotal storyline.
Rangers are stuck in a standoff between Russell Martin and Nicolas Raskin. The Belgian has trained but remains out of matchday squads until he wins back trust, despite being a key player last season. Fans and ex-pros are split, but the numbers show Rangers play better with him. The decision now doubles as a culture call and a results call.
Ministers and senior Labour figures have closed ranks around Angela Rayner amid questions over her past housing and tax arrangements. The show of support is classic crisis management: clear talking points, unified messaging, and calls to focus on core priorities. Here’s how these defences work, what investigators look at, and what could move the story next.