Shay Given apologizes for ‘absolute Holocaust’ remark on BBC
"I am genuinely mortified and apologise unreservedly to everyone offended."
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Kyrgios-Sabalenka ‘Battle of the Sexes’ reportedly marred by technical issues
Viewers watching Tennis Channel and BBC were met with glitching and freezing.
BBC analyst Andre Agassi grew frustrated with broadcast partner’s focus on celebrities at Wimbledon
"Don't torture me. Let me finish my point."
BBC apologizes for repeatedly calling Trinity Rodman ‘Tiffany’ during Wimbledon
"Andrew apologises for mispronouncing Trinity Rodman’s name."
Wayne Rooney inks analyst deal with BBC’s ‘Match of the Day’
Rooney's deal with the BBC is said to be worth £800,000.
Gary Lineker out at BBC after antisemitic social media post
"Stepping back now feels like the responsible course of action."
Monica McNutt attributes Caitlin Clark’s popularity to being ‘a white girl from the middle of America’
"We attach our fandom to these icons for all types of reasons, and sometimes they may not be based in truth."
Logan Paul used impersonator to dodge crypto questions in BBC documentary
"I’m right here, bud."
Popular announcer Gary Lineker reportedly sets BBC departure
Lineker is leaving "Match of the Day" after this season and will part ways with the BBC after the 2026 World Cup.
NBC needs to hire this British commentator for the next Olympics
If there's one thing that NBC's coverage of the Olympics ceremonies can use, it's some more dry British wit.
BBC will tape-delay Olympic moments at ‘pinch points’ due to Discovery deal, but will still tweet on them
The BBC's Olympic coverage has some interesting contrasts to NBC's, including why certain moments may get tape-delayed.
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers faces backlash for ‘good girl’ comment to reporter
"Good girl. Well done."
BBC Sport host Gary Lineker receives threats for anti-Israeli retweet
It's not the first time Lineker's posts have stirred controversy.
BBC ‘rests’ production of ‘Top Gear’ for foreseeable future, James May speaks out
"Top Gear" UK isn't canceled, but new episodes won't be produced for the foreseeable future.
‘Drive To Survive’ commentator Jack Nicholls loses BBC/IMG Formula 1 job after Formula E inappropriate touching investigation
Nicholls will no longer appear on the BBC's F1 coverage. His Drive To Survive future is less clear, but he may be done there as well.
BBC strikes deal to bring Gary Lineker back after weekend of walkouts in support of him
"I want to thank you all for the incredible support, particularly my colleagues at BBC Sport, for the remarkable show of solidarity."
BBC apologizes for ‘limited sport programming’ after multiple hosts withdraw in support of Gary Lineker
The Gary Lineker situation has now altered most of the BBC's weekend sports coverage.
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Ian Wright will not appear on BBC’s ‘Match of the Day’ this weekend
Controversy has rocked 'Match of the Day' this week.
Famed BBC commentator John Motson passes away at 77, tributes pour in
Motson was one of the most prominent English soccer voices for decades.
Will Ferrell parody Twitter account dupes BBC, claimed Ferrell apologized for mocking Sunderland fans
The mocking was real, the apology was not.
BBC presenter Alex Scott wears “One Love” armband after FIFA threatens team captains
FIFA said they would issue yellow cards to anyone wearing the armband during a match.
BBC News ticker ran “Manchester United are rubbish” due to trainee error
"Someone was training how to use the ticker and to put text on the ticker, so they were just writing random things not in earnest, and that comment appeared."
Andrew Cotter calls dogs Olive and Mabel vying for possession of a cloth rabbit: “No mercy from the younger dog!”
"20 seconds to go now, Olive closing in on victory, and that coveted prize of being told she's a very good dog."
BBC apologizes for showing LeBron James footage during report of Kobe Bryant’s death
ABC also reported erroneous information in early reports of the accident.
Now free of cancer, BBC pundit Mark Lawrenson credits viewer for notifying him of cancer concern
Mark Lawrenson read the comments and it saved his life.
