Gregor Townsend breaks Scotland silence on taking the knee as boss insists he backs stars '100 per cent'

Madison Chock and Evan Bates made headlines over the past week with their exciting and dramatic performance during the Team Figure Skating Event at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, and they’re about to take the ice again for the Rhythm Ice Dance competition today (February 12).

The first footage of the upcoming Aquaman sequel has been released.

Kevin Thomson’s approach doesn’t change – whether he is facing Lionel Messi, Cowdenbeath or St Mirren.

Sunderland have announced former Hamilton manager Alex Neil as their new head coach - and his successor comes in as assistant.

One of Girvan’s most eagerly-anticipated events is set to make a comeback in 2022.

Things must be good at Celtic Park if Brendan Rodgers is able to show his face again.

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Chris Pratt and his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger put on a loved up display as they stepped out in Santa Monica.  The 42-year-old actor and the 32-year-old author, who are expecting their second child together, kicked off Valentine's Day weekend with a sunny stroll on Friday. The Guardians of the Galaxy star affectionately rested his hand on his spouse's backside as they walked down the street.

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Wales will both blank taking the knee before Saturday’s Six Nations clash at Murrayfield and instead have a “moment of reflection”.Gregor Townsend’s side came under heavy fire last weekend when four players took a knee while the rest the squad remained standing ahead of their historic win over England at Twickenham.It later emerged the players hadn’t discussed the issue beforehand, leading to the confused response.Having taken stock of the fall-out from the incident, head coach Townsend explained his squad will now all follow the same protocol as the Autumn Tests and the other two Six Nations games last weekend for the Rugby Against Racism campaign.He explained: “We know what is happening this weekend – both teams are going to stand and

Gregor Townsend has moved to set the record straight on why some of his players failed to take the knee against England - saying they simply didn't know they were supposed to.Townsend's team picked up a famous victory over England at Twickenham in the Six Nations, but the match was quickly the centre of controversy when images emerged of players on both sides remaining on their feet while others took the knee in solidarity with Black Lives Matter. Criticism was soon levelled at the players in question on social media, some accusing them of taking a stance against the anti-racism movement.

Scotland rugby stars might again not take the knee this weekend – as he insists it should come down to personal choice.Gregor Townsend’s squad were engulfed in controversy on Saturday ahead of their stunning Six Nations glory over England when only four players made the act of solidarity at Twickenham.They were heavily criticised after a muddled response to the ‘moment of reflection’ and attempts of an explanation from Townsend and Scottish Rugby did little to satisfy the critics.Now Price – who did take the knee – is adamant it is not up to Murrayfield chiefs to organise a standardised response ahead of Saturday’s showdown against Wales in the capital.He said: “There may well be a discussion but I feel it’s an individual’s decision.“It’s

Six Nations win over England at Twickenham.Gregor Townsend's side pulled off a stunning victory in their tournament opener to ensure that the Calcutta Cup will return to Murrayfield.But there was controversy after the match as just four of the starting 15 players opted to take the knee before the match.The stance has become a symbol of the Black Lives Matter movement and the gesture has been observed before every Scottish Premiership football match this season.It has its roots in American football after quarterback Colin Kaepernick opted to take a knee during the national anthem as a way of protesting police violence.He had previously remained seated but after consultation decided to kneel instead, in order to show respect to military

Scotland play, ever," said Jim Hamilton at full-time. It's hard to disagree with the former lock after a historic win over England to ensure the perfect start with to their Six Nations campaign.The Scots' historic 11-6 win ended their Twickenham hoodoo and secured their first Calcutta Cup win at the ground since 1983.In truth, it could have been more as Gregor Townsend's side put in a dominant display in London.