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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

In Birmingham tonight for what should be a great night of women's boxing, headlined by Chantelle Cameron v Mikaela Mayer to unify the WBA, WBC and WBO light middleweight belts. A shame this has been overshadowed by Itauma-Hrgovic; a stuffed card also features Caroline Dubois and Terri Harper.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Australia v Turkey at 5am UK time. I'm still on for the full 104, and I think I'm now fully nocturnal.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Staying awake until 3am for South Korea v Czech Republic? Absolutely had to be, it's the World Cup after all.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Passing through Victoria Station today on the ninth anniversary of the Manchester Arena bombing next door. The memorial is covered in tributes, with even more being added this morning. A beautiful day and beautiful tributes to remember such a horrendous and tragic event.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

All set up for Middlesbrough 0-1 Southampton

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Second game of the weekend for me - a trip on the Jubilee and Windrush lines has taken me to Selhurst Park for Crystal Palace v Leeds. The Eagles could move into the top 10 with a win; Leeds could be six points clear of the bottom three with victory. Follow @ BBC Sport.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Premier League double header in London for me this weekend - starting with the late Saturday game between West Ham and Manchester City. Hammers will climb out bottom three if they avoid defeat; City will look to heap the pressure on Arsenal. Follow @ BBC Sport

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Horses. Just big dogs really. Follow all the action from day three of #Cheltenham here: www.bbc.co.uk/sport/horse-...

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Live coverage of day two of #CheltenhamFestival is going great, thanks. Follow here: www.bbc.co.uk/sport/horse-...

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

And the longlist for best colour piece too :)

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Big crowds to welcome the arrival of the England team bus at City Ground. This is the Lionesses' first home game of 2026, their first match in Nottingham since 2018 and their first fixture at Forest's stadium since 1994. So the fans in the city are making up for lost time.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Very pleased to be among the seven British writers on the AIPS Sport Media Awards 2025: Writing Best Opinion Column Longlist - www.aipsmedia.com/aips/pages/a...

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Out of the Olympics pan and into the Lionesses fire, I'm covering England v Iceland in 2027 Women's World Cup qualifying this weekend for BBC Sport as @emsandersbbc.bsky.social is on her hols. Today we'll hear from Sarina Wiegman and Alessia Russo at Nottingham Forest's City Ground.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Three weeks ago, the Olympics in Milan started at Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena with Italy women v France. Today, they finish with Canada v USA for the men's gold medal. It is the final the neutrals wanted, let's see if it lives up to expectations.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Three times a period in ice hockey, they have a 'power break' - a chance for the ice to be cleaned, players to take a drink, and ads to be shown. Six volunteers clean the ice by skating in unison, pushing ploughs up and down the ice to smooth it out. Impressive and mesmeric.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

At the #MilanoCortina2026 ice hockey, it is notable how loud ads tell you "One you have finished your Coca-Cola make sure to recycle the bottles." The Olympics bans on-field advertising; but IOC says: "We have given partners recognition without changing the nature of the Games."

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

If you were watching the #MilanoCortinaOlympics2026 men's ice hockey match between Sweden and Slovakia just now and wondering why the Slovaks were celebrating a 5-3 defeat - here's why

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Forget Ilia Malinin for two seconds. This is Kazakhstan's first Winter Olympic gold medal since Lillehammer 1994, when Vladimir Smirnov won the men's 50km cross-country skiing. That was 10 years before Mikhail Shaidorov was born.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Tonight at the #MilanoCortina2026 figure skating, I was sat next to the guy who operates the spider cam and takes the aerial pictures. Amazing to see how it is done - he follows the action with a PlayStation controller and takes pictures with the shoulder buttons. Superb skill.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

This is where the athletes will be sat rinkside waiting for their turn. Team GB's spot currently the only one equipped with a cushion

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

This is the view from the commentary box at Milano Ice Skating Arena - not ideal that, when sat down, you cannot see all of the ice. But we shall persevere - coverage of the team event, featuring GB for the first time since 2014, to come on BBC Sport .

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Aww, well Milo the 2026 Olympic mascot is quite cute, so maybe I will get a plushie as a memen... HOW MUCH???

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

On brand for the flight to Milan - heading out today for the 2026 Winter Olympics; I'll be covering figure skating, speed skating and ice hockey for BBC Sport over the next three and a half weeks. If it's on ice (or about ICE?), then I'm your gal. #MilanCortina2026

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

The sound of the Proclaimers is pounding through Sheffield Arena. Which must mean Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson are warming up for their bid at ice dance gold later. The Disco Brits take to the ice at 9.34pm (I wasn't in the arena to record, so here's some footage of the ice dance from yesterday...)

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Day three of the European Figure Skating Championships in Sheffield, and the first day of competition in the ice dance. Can Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson win gold for Britain? Side note: here's the pathway to the press box at Utilita Arena. Bit of a squeeze...

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

A view of the warm-up area at Sheffield Arena for the Figure Skating Euros. It is day two today, with the men's short program before the first medals are decided in the pairs free skate - watch on BBC iPlayer, my report to come tonight for BBC Sport

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Day One of the figure skating Euros today, with the short programme in the pairs and women's to come. The ice dance starts on Friday, but already GB's Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson are the main event - you can get your picture taken with your face on their bodies...

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Practice is underway today at Sheffield Arena ahead of the Figure Skating European Championships, as we count down to the #Milan2026 Winter Olympics. I'll be covering every day of the Euros for BBC Sport, keep across the action there and BBC iPlayer - and on my feed, ofc

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

My top 10 and bottom 10 films released in the UK in 2025. I saw 129 new releases this year (I have no life); narrowing down the best 10 was way harder than the worst list. I particularly agonised over the order of my top 2, very different but both outstanding films.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

In 2018, I interviewed an 18-year-old Lando Norris about his hopes for his future in F1. 'I do it for the enjoyment, and hopefully if I'm good enough I can make a career out of it.' Fair to say he has made quite a career.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Back at Elland Road again, this time for match day - Leeds United v Aston Villa. Leeds can climb out the bottom three by avoiding defeat, Villa could end the day fourth if they win here.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Absolutely delighted to win the EDI Award at the Football Content Awards tonight - in this year of all years, to win an award based both on jury and public vote means a lot. Looking forward to covering more of the stories which matter for everyone, with plenty planned in 2026 - watch this space.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

At Wembley, American football is out...

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

At Emirates Stadium today for Arsenal v Brighton in the WSL. The Gunners need a win to avoid their worst league start in 11 years. Daphne van Domselaar keeps her place in goal despite recent errors.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Of all the decisions I've ever made, travelling to Macclesfield via rail replacement buses in a storm ranks as one of my worst. But I'm here in one piece, ticking off another ground in Moss Rose for Macclesfield v. Marine in National League North.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Question: What does a trans girl need when the Progesterone really hits? Answer:

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

At Crystal Palace v Nottingham Forest today, where questions abound. Will this be Nuno's final game? How will Palace cope without Eze? And just how bad is the blood between fans, players - and owners? All this and more to be answered, follow the BBC Sport live text #BBCFootball

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

Delighted to be taking on a coaching role with Manchester Laces this season, as they make their debut in Tier 6 and the FA Cup. The announcement had mostly nice, and accurate, things to say.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Catch up with my post-match BBC iPlayer appearance talking about the Community Shield yesterday, including the disrupted minute's silence for Diogo Jota, and how this win was an act of defiance by Crystal Palace - for who the season will be defined by the morning after...

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

A beautiful August day in Salford

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Had the joy of being a bridesmaid at my baby sister's wedding last week (she's 29 but she's still my baby sister). Had to share some of the photos of a beautiful day with my beautiful, now extended family.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

My picks for moments of #Euro2025, including props to a keeper (of course) and humble bragging (of course)

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Delighted to be on ABC News in Australia today talking #Euro2025, #Lionesses and the condemnation of the racist abuse of Jess Carter. Oh, and I haven't moved to London, just FYI.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Time for the great sports grudge match of the summer - the annual BBC Sport online v radio & TV cricket match. Online have lost the past two, but I have a good feeling this year. Also, how idyllic is this? Perfect British summer sporting conditions.

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Treating the imminent appointment of Thomas Frank as Spurs manager with the utmost seriousness. www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...

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Emma Smith @emmasmithbbc.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Talking about Hannah Hampton, Mary Earps and the changing of the guard for the Lionesses. All while my Alien poster glares over my shoulder live on BBC News

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