Warnock and Ossoff win in Georgia, handing Democrats Senate control
Democrats have won both Georgia Senate seats — and with them, the US Senate majority — as the final votes were counted in the state.
Georgia
European markets rise after Democrats head for victory in Georgia
Shares have soared in Europe as election results from the US state of Georgia indicate that the Democrats might take charge of the country’s Senate.
Democrat Raphael Warnock makes history with Senate win in Georgia
Democrat Raphael Warnock has won one of Georgia’s two US Senate runoffs, becoming the first black senator in his state’s history and putting the Senate majority within the Democrats’ reach.
Georgia counts ballots as US Senate control hangs in balance
Georgia officials counted the final votes of the nation’s turbulent 2020 election season early on Wednesday as polls closed in two critical races that will determine control of the US Senate.
Polls open in Georgia with Senate majority at stake
Georgia voters are set to decide the balance of power in the US Congress in a pair of high-stakes Senate runoff elections that will help determine Joe Biden’s capacity to enact what may be the most progressive governing agenda in generations.
Federal prosecutor resigns in Georgia after audio reveals criticism by Trump
The senior federal prosecutor in Atlanta has left his position, a day after an audio recording was made public in which Donald Trump called him a “never-Trumper”.
Republican leader seeks to unite party and avoid fight over US election results
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has warned fellow Republican senators against joining President Donald Trump’s extended assault on the Electoral College results.
Trump’s false election claims taking root among Republicans
Donald Trump’s campaign to subvert the will of voters and reverse his re-election loss is taking hold among state and local Republicans even as it slides towards failure.
Georgia secretary of state wins praise from Schwarzenegger
Georgia’s secretary of state has received death threats over his handling of last month’s election, but he has found a fan in Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Trump challenges vote results while urging turnout in Georgia
US President Donald Trump is pressing his grievances over losing the presidential election, using a weekend rally to spread baseless allegations of misconduct in last month’s voting in Georgia and beyond.
Trump presses Georgia governor to help overturn election result
US president Donald Trump has pressed Georgia’s governor to call a special legislative session aimed at overturning the presidential election results in that state.
Conor Murray: Scotland will be licking their lips to take on Ireland
Conor Murray believes Ireland’s underwhelming performance against Georgia has left Scotland “licking their lips” before their Autumn Nations Cup third-place play-off encounter.
The main talking points ahead of the Autumn Nations Cup finale
England and France will go head to head to decide who will be crowned champions of the inaugural Autumn Nations Cup.
James Ryan claims Ireland are progressing despite poor display against Georgia
Ireland captain James Ryan says there will be a thorough inquest into the sub-standard display against Georgia but is convinced the team is “going in the right direction”.
Ireland ‘not good enough’ against Georgia as Andy Farrell bemoans poor standard
Andy Farrell admits Ireland’s laboured win over Georgia was unacceptable and accused his players of lacking belief.
Pleasure and pain for Billy Burns as Ireland defeat Georgia in Dublin
Billy Burns enjoyed a try-scoring full international debut but was forced off injured as Ireland secured second place in Group A of the Autumn Nations Cup with a laboured 23-10 win over Georgia.
Ireland still among the world’s best, says Georgia captain Merab Sharikadze
Georgia captain Merab Sharikadze insists Ireland remain one of the world’s best teams.
Angry Trump vows to stage rally in battleground state of Georgia
Donald Trump has renewed baseless claims that “massive fraud” and crooked officials in battleground states led to his election defeat, and said he will go to Georgia to rally supporters ahead of two Senate run-off elections.
Simon Easterby confident England loss has not sapped belief in Ireland camp
Forwards coach Simon Easterby insists there is no “doom and gloom” surrounding Ireland’s malfunctioning line-out.
Wayne Pivac believes Wales are heading in right direction after Georgia victory
Wales head coach Wayne Pivac welcomed a “step in the right direction” after an 18-0 Autumn Nations Cup victory over Georgia ended a six-game winless streak.
Wales see off Georgia to give under-fire head coach Wayne Pivac welcome win
Wales eased the pressure on head coach Wayne Pivac with an 18-0 Autumn Nations Cup win over Georgia in Llanelli.
Georgia secretary of state certifies election for Joe Biden
Georgia has certified results showing Joe Biden won the presidential election after a hand tally stemming from a mandatory audit affirmed the Democrat’s lead over Donald Trump.
Justin Tipuric: Wales newcomers have chance to earn England shot in Georgia game
Justin Tipuric has challenged his inexperienced Wales team-mates to earn a shot against England with a strong showing at home to Georgia on Saturday.
5 talking points as Wales face Georgia aiming to end run of six straight defeats
Wales tackle Georgia on Saturday in the second game of their Autumn Nations Cup campaign.
Joe Biden wins Georgia after hand recount affirms lead
Joe Biden has won Georgia and its 16 electoral votes after a hand tally of election ballots affirmed the former vice-president’s narrow lead over President Donald Trump.
Wayne Pivac impressed with Sir Ian Botham’s grandson James ahead of Wales debut
Wales head coach and New Zealander Wayne Pivac knows all about the Botham sporting dynasty.
Wayne Pivac backs Sir Ian Botham’s grandson James to have ‘very big future’
Wales boss Wayne Pivac has described James Botham as “a player with a very big future” after selecting him for his Test debut.
Sir Ian Botham’s grandson James named in Wales team to face Georgia
James Botham – grandson of England cricket great Sir Ian Botham – will make his Wales debut in Saturday’s Autumn Nations Cup clash against Georgia.
Biden and Trump await results of Georgia recount
The results of a hand count of the Georgia election results are set to be announced with expectations they will confirm Democrat Joe Biden’s narrow lead over Republican President Donald Trump.
‘Massive asset’ Callum Sheedy can drive Wales towards overdue win – Pat Lam
Callum Sheedy has been described as “a massive asset to any team” ahead of his potential first start for Wales.