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      BBC axes legendary sports show on screen for 50 years – just 3 years after Sue Barker dropped as presenter

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      LEGENDARY BBC panel show A Question of Sport has been axed after more than 50 years.Bosses say dwindling ratings and limited iPlayer appeal forced them to blow the whistle on the show, which first aired in 1970.
      BBC panel show A Question of Sport has been axed after more than 50 years, Sue Barker presented the show alongside Matt Dawson (L) and Phil Tufnell (R)Credit: PA
      The Beeb insists it is not for sale and say it reserves the right to bring it back in the future.
      A BBC spokesperson told the Mirror: “Due to inflation and funding challenges difficult decisions have to be made, therefore Question of Sport is currently not in production at the moment.”
      For 24 years the show was hosted by former Wimbledon tennis star Sue Barker.
      Famous team captains included ex-England rugby legend Matt Dawson, former cricketer Phil Tufnell and ex-Scots footballer Ally McCoist.
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      Ian Botham and jockey Frankie Dettori also starred as captains on the show, which broadcast 1,365 episodes between 1970 and 2021.
      Its heyday came in the 1980s and it broke records in 1987 when over 19 million tuned in to watch Princess Anne taking part.
      Under Barker, the quiz show achieved an average four to five million viewers every episode.
      But in September 2020, it was announced Barker, then 66, would be replaced as host by Paddy McGuinness.
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      Ex-Team GB hockey star and Morning Live presenter Sam Quek, and ex-rugby international Ugo Monye replaced captains Dawson and Tufnell.
      But Barker’s departure was mired in controversy after she claimed bosses forced her to put her name to a statement which said she left on her own accord.
      Speaking to BBC Breakfast last year, the presenter described the corporation’s handling of her departure as “insulting”.
      She added: “I would never walk away from a job I love. I don’t mind being replaced. Absolutely fine.
      “They wanted to refresh the programme and that is absolutely fine.
      “I was asked to announce I was leaving for the good of the show. I was astounded.
      “Was that because I was too old or not good enough? Either way, it was insulting. Did they expect me to sack myself?
      “Naively, I’d expected more after 24 years. Why had we been shown so little respect?”
      The re-brand proved a death knell to viewing figures, slumping to a record low of 730,000 on August 19 last year.
      More tuned in to watch Channel 5’s Britain’s Poshest Farm Shops that night.
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      On Friday, insiders told the Mirror that presenters and captains had been informed of the show’s fate and were “gutted”.
      It is a particular blow for McGuinness, 50, who recently lost his presenting role on Top Gear after programme makers scrapped the motoring show he’d presented since 2018. More

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      BBC bosses ‘are talking to Gary Lineker’ after Match of the Day host slammed Rwanda plan in ANOTHER Twitter storm

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      BBC bosses are said to be talking to Gary Lineker after the Match of the Day host was slammed for blasting the Government’s Rwanda plan.The TV host, 63, found himself at the centre of yet another Twitter storm after urging ministers to scrap their Rwanda scheme and come up with a “fair new plan for refugees”.
      BBC bosses are said to be talking to Gary Lineker about his recent tweetsCredit: PA
      The TV pundit called out the government and Grant Shapps for the Rwanda schemeCredit: PA
      In a letter which is campaigning for change, Together With Refugees branded Britain’s refugee system “ever-more uncaring, chaotic and costly”, and said asylum policies are not working.
      And Lineker landed himself in hot water after co-signing a letter with other celebs, calling for the scheme to be thrown out.
      Now, BBC bosses are “talking to Lineker” about his posts, the Times reports.
      The former England star turned pundit said about the letter: “We need a new system that reflects the will of the British people who have opened their homes, donated and volunteered in their local communities.
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      “That’s why I’m backing this new campaign, because fair really can begin here.”
      The Beeb are now said to be discussing whether their updated social media guidelines, which came into play in September, are tight enough after Lineker is accused of ridiculing cabinet minister Grant Shapps and Conservative backbenchers.
      Talks between bosses and Lineker about his tweets are reportedly set to take place.
      A BBC spokesman said: “We aren’t going to comment on individuals or indeed individual tweets.
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      “While the guidance does allow people to talk about issues that matter to them, it is also clear that individuals should be civil and not call into question anyone’s character.
      “We discuss issues that arise with presenters as necessary.”
      Lineker previously sparked an impartiality row in March after saying the Government rhetoric on immigration was similar to that of 1930s’ Germany.
      But after a review, BBC bosses decided to allow its top stars to share their own views on social media and only ruled they should stop short of political campaigning.
      Grant Shapps said on Monday morning that Lineker should stick to presenting football.
      When asked if the Match of the Day host should continue expressing political views, Defence Secretary Mr Shapps told Times Radio: “He’s been through all of this before.
      “The BBC have told him he shouldn’t do this type of thing but still it continues.
      “The point I would make to Mr Lineker is: what is right or moral about having people trafficked dangerously across the English Channel, losing their lives at sea, illegally entering the country?
      “That is not a civilised, morally correct thing to do.”
      He added: “I just fundamentally disagree with him. What happens to him next is up to the BBC.
      “As far as I see it, they have issued previous warnings to him, so it’ll be interesting to see what they do and say at this point.
      “I know millions of people watch him for his football commentary and TV presenting, I would have thought it’s better to stick with that.”
      Tory deputy chairman Lee Anderson told the Daily Mail: “For once in his life, Gary’s absolutely right – we do need a system that reflects the will of the British people. What the people want is to stop the boats and to tell overpaid crisp salesmen to put a sock in it.
      “Alongside cracking down on illegal migration, we need another robust system which keeps Lineker as far away from the public as possible, to give us all a rest from his Left-wing, out-of-touch nonsense.”
      The Beeb row comes as the Prime Minister is trying to convince his own backbenchers to support his Rwanda Bill, with both the right of the party and the One Nation faction set to announce whether they support it later on today.
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      The Bill seeks to declare Rwanda a safe country and also empowers ministers to ignore parts of the Human Rights Act.
      Mr Shapps told Sky News Home Office modelling suggests that of the current cases which are challenged successfully, “99.5% of them would not be challenged once this is in place”. More

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      BBC and ITV picks for FA Cup third round revealed as fuming fans say ‘ridiculous.. who wants to watch them?’

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      THE kick-off times and dates for the FA Cup third round have been released. With fans not happy about what fixtures have been selected for TV coverage.
      Spurs vs Burnley has been controversially chosen for TVCredit: PA
      Alfreton Town won’t get a mega-money payday should they beat Walsall in a replayCredit: Getty
      Matches will be on BBC and ITVCredit: @EmiratesFACup
      It all gets underway on January 4 as Crystal Palace welcome fellow Premier League side Everton at 8pm on ITV4.
      The match is scheduled for Thursday after talks with the Metropolitan Police.
      Cops were concerned due to ten London teams being drawn at home in the third round, stretching their resources.
      The day after, Tottenham face Burnley in another all Prem tie that gets underway at 8pm on ITV1.
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      The local derby between Sunderland and Newcastle kicks-off at 12.45pm on Saturday 6 January – another selected by ITV.
      With the 3pm blackout in place, the next instalment for fans will be at 5:30pm on BBC One as Middlesbrough entertain Aston Villa.
      The jam-packed weekend slows down with just one match live on Sunday – but it is a big one with Arsenal taking on Liverpool at the Emirates at 4:30pm on BBC One.
      And the third round will come to a close on Monday night at 8.15pm as Wigan play Manchester United on ITV1.
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      Maidstone United, who play in the sixth tier, will not be shown as they face Stevenage or Port Vale.
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      And non-league Alfreton Town need to overcome Walsall in a replay to earn a trip to Southampton – but that will also not be shown on tele.
      The selections made by the broadcasters have been slammed by fans as the lower league clubs have been snubbed from a mega-money payday.
      One said: “This is scandalous. Give the non-league teams some air time! I’d much rather watch Maidstone vs Port Vale/Stevenage than Tottenham vs Burnley. Disgraceful.”
      Another added: “My oh my they are stinking ties why are they selected for TV?”
      A third fumed: “What happened to the magic of the cup and giving lower league clubs a platform?”
      More commented: “Ridiculous who wants to watch them?”
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      Arsenal vs Liverpool
      Stoke vs Brighton
      Norwich vs Crewe Alexandra
      West Ham vs Bristol City
      Tottenham vs Burnley
      Fulham vs Rotherham
      West Brom vs Aldershot or Stockport
      Southampton vs Alfreton or Walsall
      AFC Wimbledon or Ramsgate vs Ipswich
      Peterborough vs Leeds
      Millwall vs Leicester
      Watford vs Chesterfield or Leyton Orient
      Sunderland vs Newcastle
      Sheffield Wednesday vs Cardiff City
      Crystal Palace vs Everton
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      Nottingham Forest vs Blackpool or Forest Green Rovers
      Wigan vs Man Utd
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      Chelsea vs Preston North End
      QPR vs Bournemouth
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      Euro 2024 TV schedule confirmed as BBC and ITV split coverage of England matches

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      ITV AND BBC have announced their Euro 2024 TV coverage schedule.The tournament kicks off on June 14.
      ITV and BBC have announced their TV coverage of Euro 2024Credit: AFP
      England’s group for next summer’s Euros
      England recently discovered who they would face in the group stage for the tournament, drawing Denmark, Slovenia and Serbia in Group C.
      And the Three Lions have now found out what time they will be playing and on what broadcaster they will be shown.
      Gareth Southgate’s side will kick off their tournament with a 8pm clash against Serbia on BBC on June 16.
      Game two will see England play Denmark at 5pm on BBC on June 20.
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      England’s final group stage game against Slovenia will be on June 25 at 8pm on ITV.
      Fellow home nation side Scotland have also discovered when they play their games.
      Scotland’s clash with hosts Germany in Group A kick starts the tournament as a whole and will be shown at 8pm on ITV.
      Their second game will be five day later on June 19 against Switzerland at 8pm on BBC.
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      Game three against Hungary will be shown on BBC at 8pm.
      ITV will have the first three picks, plus the fifth and seventh picks from the Round of 16 fixtures.
      BBC will then have the first and third picks for the quarter-finals with ITV then getting the first pick for the semi-final.
      Both broadcasters will show the final.
      Should Wales qualify into Group D through Play-off A, BBC will cover their opening game against the Netherlands on June 16 at 2pm.
      ITV will show the next game against Austria at 5pm on June 21 before their final game versus France is shown on BBC at 5pm.
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      Alex Scott shows off her toned tummy as she braves cold in unbuttoned shirt at The Fashion Awards 2023 afterparty

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      ALEX SCOTT braved the cold as she attended an after party following the British Fashion Awards.She wore a white shirt paired with black trousers as she attended the event following the bash at the Royal Albert Hall.
      Alex Scott was seen attending an after party in a white shirt and jeansCredit: Splash
      Despite the freezing London weatherCredit: Splash
      She had earlier attended the event in a stunning brown dressCredit: Splash
      The event was at the Royal Albert HallCredit: Splash
      The BBC presenter was recognised by the institute thanks to her eye-catching outfits throughout the year.
      The former Arsenal star was one of many celebs at the Royal Albert Hall last night for the awards.
      Rita Ora, Kate Moss, Pamela Anderson, Stormzy and Gwyneth Paltrow were all at the event hosted by Maya Jama and Kojey Radical.
      Other famous sports stars in attendance included Lewis Hamilton.
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      The BBC pundit and host is no stranger to mixing with celebs, recently stunning at another red carpet event with partner Jess Glynne.
      Scott also turned heads when she presented BBC Children In Need wearing a stylish black dress.
      She was also seen partying with a host of stars after the event, including fellow presenter AJ Ododu.
      On Saturday Scott wrapped up warm to present the BBC’s coverage of Alfreton vs Walsall in the FA Cup.
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      She recently attended Vogue’s party with partner Jess GlynneCredit: Getty
      She also stunned in a khaki suit at a recent Spotify eventCredit: Getty
      But disaster struck, however, when the game was called off just six minutes before kick-off.
      Scott will be on BBC screens again as she presents Football Focus this Saturday at midday.
      Check out Alex Scott’s most dazzling outfits…
      Alex wore a see-through dress to the GQ AwardsCredit: Alamy
      She is a presenter on Football Focus and The One Show
      Alex made 148 appearances for Arsenal Women – but since quitting playing has appeared in magazines including AttitudeCredit: Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards and Attitude magazine – on sale now
      The former right-back played 140 times for the LionessesCredit: Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards and Attitude magazine – on sale now
      Scott dazzled in a red leather outfit when presenting SoccerAidCredit: Rex
      Scott began dating singer Jess Glynne earlier this yearCredit: Rex
      The 39-year-old was spotted sharing a kiss with Jess as the couple went public with their romanceCredit: PA
      Scott loves to dress up and went to town on Halloween with this incredible outfitCredit: Getty
      She also dressed up as a scary clown on October 31Credit: Instagram @alexscott2
      She attended Wimbledon with partner Jess earlier this yearCredit: Getty
      Scott was awarded an MBE in 2017Credit: PA More

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      Gary Lineker reveals the sexual innuendo he made in BBC studio after FA Cup clash was interrupted by porn noises

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      GARY LINEKER has opened up about being pranked by porn noises while presenting live on BBC One.The 63-year-old was hosting coverage of Wolves’ FA Cup clash with Liverpool when the incident occurred.
      BBC coverage was hit by a porn noise prankster back in JanuaryCredit: bbc
      Lineker and Shearer could barely hide their amusementCredit: bbc
      Lineker, Alan Shearer, Danny Murphy and Paul Ince were all left red faced as the sex noises bellowed around the studio.
      They carried on amid chaos and confusion behind-the-scenes as staff tried to work out where it was coming from.
      It was later revealed that notorious prankster Daniel Jarvis was the man behind it after a planted phone was found in the studio.
      And he was at it again on Saturday night as he disrupted the Euro 2024 draw with the same trick.
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      After football was targeted again by the man nicknamed “Jarvo69”, Lineker revealed what was going through his head at the time he fell victim.
      He told the Rest is Football podcast: “I suddenly heard it, the porn sounds and I thought has someone left the phone on?
      “Then I’m thinking is it over the main tannoy in the ground? But it was too loud.
      “I then realised it’s in the room and this is a prank as it started again after we cut back to the studio.
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      “You know it’s there and you allude to it, but you’ve got to carry on.
      “I then started doing innuendos, every analysis bit at half-time, I did ‘Liverpool are really good pushing out from the back’ and various things. It was a giggle.”
      Lineker has also made jokes about it when broadcasting for the first time after the prank, saying: “Six games on the way, let’s hope we’re not rudely interrupted.
      “Jermaine Jenas and Danny Murphy here. Danny, have you turned your phone off?”
      And when the two teams met again in the Premier League, Lineker again laughed: “We’ve got Liverpool and Wolves to come up a little later and the last time things got a little steamy.
      “Please tell me you’ve turned your phones off.” More

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      Fans in disbelief as BBC TV star spotted on Luton’s bench against Arsenal after being appointed club doctor

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      FOOTY FANS had to double-take last night after spotting a TV star sat on Luton Town’s bench.The Hatters suffered heartbreak in the final minute at Kenilworth Road as they slipped to a 4-3 defeat to Arsenal.
      Dr. Amos Ogunkoya starred in BBC hit series The TraitorsCredit: BBC
      Fans were in disbelief as they spotted him on Luton Town’s bench last nightCredit: PRIME
      Declan Rice headed home right at the death to spare goalkeeper David Raya’s blushes after his two errors and move the Gunners five-points clear.
      However, the action-packed Premier League showdown also provided another thrill for those watching at home – especially viewers of hit BBC show The Traitors.
      Those tuning in were in disbelief when a shot of the Luton bench showed Dr. Amos Ogunkoya, who appeared in the British reality TV series, sitting behind boss Rob Edwards.
      One eagle-eyed fan took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and said: “Amos from The Traitors being Luton’s Club Doctor has really made my day.
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      “You can see him sitting behind Rob Edwards on the bench.
      “Youngest first-team club doctor in the PL!”

      A fellow viewer said: “I’ve been wondering where I’ve seen the fella on the bench from Luton. It’s only bloody Amos from the Traitors!
      Another wrote: “Felt like a proud mum seeing Dr Amos on the pitch for Luton.”
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      As another added: “Luton’s club doctor being Amos from The Traitors has blown my mind.”
      Dr. Amos, 31, previously held the same role at League Two side Colchester United.
      After completing his Masters in Sports and Exercise Medicine and already holding a similar role at League Two Colchester United, this summer he qualified to become a specialist in GP.
      He then made the switch to Luton to become the youngest first-team club doctor in the Premier League.
      He previously told the Royal College of General Practioners: “I didn’t think I’d be in the Premier League this quickly, but it was always part of the plan.” More

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      Laura Woods shares ‘wholesome’ moment from BBC FA Cup coverage leaving reporter’s ‘heart so full’

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      LAURA WOODS made a reporter’s day by sharing a heartwarming throwback snap.The ITV and TNT Sports star was tagged in an amazing career fast-forward post by BBC London’s Ahmed Nur on Monday night.
      Laura Woods led ITV’s coverage of AFC Wimbledon’s FA Cup clash with RamsgateCredit: PA
      Woods was reunited with BBC reporter Ahmed Nur, who she met six years ago when he worked at WembleyCredit: INSTAGRAM@LAURAWOODS
      Nur’s Instagram story post included a selfie of himself and Woods in a lift six years ago, alongside a snap of them covering AFC Wimbledon’s FA Cup clash with Ramsgate.
      The pair were the picture of happiness as they posed for the pitchside photo, which had an inspirational accompanying caption.
      “2017 in a lift. 2023 in a cold Wimbledon. Tonight was fun. Cheers @laurawoodsy.”
      Woods, 36, was all too happy to share with her own 752,000 Instagram followers.
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      She wrote below the re-shared story: “This was very wholesome.
      “Met Ahmed when I was reporting on NFL and he was working at Wembley.
      “Now he works for BBC London. Chuffed to see you @ahmednur94.”
      Nur was buzzing with the reshare, sharing it on his story and writing: “Heart is so full.”
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      Laura Woods and Ahmed Nur watched AFC Wimledon thump Ramsgate 5-0Credit: PA
      Woods isn’t the only high-profile figure Nur has met at a footie stadium.
      The Beeb reporter has also met former Manchester United and England skipper David Beckham.
      Woods and Nur watched AFC Wimbledon end the third-round hopes of eighth-tier Ramsgate FC with a ruthless 5-0 win over the minnows.
      Ramsgate boss Ben Smith was proud as punch of his team’s efforts, telling the BBC: “You saw the difference in level, in their physicality.
      “When they pressed, it was a proper press, strong and aggressive.
      “They’ve not disrespected us, they’ve taken it professionally and shown what a great club it is, had us watched and done all the right things.
      “I told people before the game if we kept it under six I’d be very happy. I know it sounds defeatist but you have to be realistic as well.
      “The lads in our dressing room are at the end of their careers, we’re four leagues below and they’re a full-time outfit – they should be doing that.
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      “There were little spells where we gave a good account of ourselves but it was naivety.
      “We weren’t going to change the way we play, and I’m proud of the players for sticking to it.” More