Summary

  • Ten nominations for Sports Personality of the Year named

  • Andy Murray won the award in 2013

  • Award ceremony to be held in Glasgow on Sunday, 14 December

  1. Must-not-miss videospublished at 17:09 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    A few more videos on the BBC Sport site that you may have missed.

    Lewis Hamilton

    Formula 1: Watch as BBC Sport takes a look at the defining moments of the 2014 F1 championship battle between Mercedes team-mates Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg.

    Football: Former Manchester United and Everton player Phil Neville says that qualification for the Europa League is Liverpool's best hope for the season.

    Cricket: Ian Bell believes England's mindset is "always aggressive" in one-day international cricket as they begin a seven-match series in Sri Lanka ahead of next year's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

    Ian Bell
  2. Westley 'victimised' by officialpublished at 17:03 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Stevenage boss Graham Westley has accused the fourth official of treating him "like a child" during his side's League Two defeat at Northampton.

    Westley claims he was repeatedly intercepted by the official when he tried to step out of the dugout.

    "I was asking my bench to get photos and video of Northampton's bench leaving the dugout and not being spoken to," he told BBC Three Counties Radio. "I felt I like I was being victimised, I was being discriminated against."

  3. Get involvedpublished at 16:52 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Some more of your suggestions for those men and women who you feel should be included in the Sports Personality of the Year nominees.

    William Coleman:, external I think it would be a travesty if Joanna Rowsell isn't nominated. Two world golds, one commonwealth gold.

    Andrew Roberts:, external Sam Burgess, international rugby league player of the year, first Englishman to win Clive Churchill medal and with a broken cheek.

    Lewis HamiltonImage source, Getty Images

    G Richards:, external Hamilton (pictured), McIlroy, Gemili, Bale for starters.

    The chosen 10 will be announced on The One Show on BBC One at 19:00 GMT.

  4. Tredwell aims to preserve England placepublished at 16:47 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    England off-spinner James Tredwell has revealed his secret weapon ahead of the upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka: home-made jams and chutneys.

    "I have that many jars of it in the cupboard, it's nice to take it away and let the boys enjoy it," Tredwell told BBC Sport.

    You can read more about England's unassuming king of spin in Marc Higginson's excellent feature here.

  5. Bellew set for Hollywood rolepublished at 16:39 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Tony BellewImage source, Getty Images

    Tony Bellew could be set for a Hollywood career move after winning his cruiserweight bout against Nathan Cleverly.

    The Daily Mail is reporting, external that Bellew has landed a major role in the Rocky spin-off Creed.

    "My life's going to change," said the Liverpudlian. "I can't go into the details but let's just say it's big. It will be 40-odd days of filming, I just hope I can do it."

  6. Injury setback for Colchesterpublished at 16:36 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    BBC Essex on Twitter:, external Colchester defender Magnus Okuonghae could be out for the season after rupturing his Achilles tendon.

  7. Get involvedpublished at 16:26 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Some early suggestions for those competitors who should be among the 10 nominees for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.

    Mark Robinson:, external Gymnast Claudia Fragapane for her four gold medals in the Commonwealth Games.

    Simon Hawkins:, external Ryan Moore deserves to be among the favourites for @BBCSPOTY. Won some of the biggest races in the world this year.

    Jenny JonesImage source, Getty Images

    Becky Warkup:, external Hamilton, Mcllroy, Wayne Rooney after these last few weeks, Jenny Jones (pictured) after Sochi.

    The list will be revealed on The One Show on BBC One from 19:00 GMT.

  8. Hamilton destined for greatness - Stewartpublished at 16:17 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Lewis HamiltonImage source, Getty Images

    Newly-crowned Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton is on the path to Formula 1 greatness, three-time world champion Sir Jackie Stewart has told BBC Sport.

    "Lewis can become one of the great drivers," Stewart said. "There's a lot still to be done to achieve the greatness that I think everyone has perhaps placed on him prematurely.

    "But he's a young man, so he has many more years in the sport and I think we are going to see even greater things from him."

  9. We must be at our best - Di Matteopublished at 16:10 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Roberto Di MatteoImage source, @s04_en

    A little earlier on, Schalke boss Roberto Di Matteo gave a press conference before his team's meeting with Chelsea in the Champions League tomorrow.

    He said his side would need to produce their "best performance of the season" to stand a chance of defeating Jose Mourinho's Blues.

    Schalke are currently seventh in the Bundesliga.

  10. Top stories at fourpublished at 16:02 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Billy VunipolaImage source, Getty Images

    Here's a brief digest of the top stories this afternoon:

    Football: Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright says Alexis Sanchez is single-handedly keeping the club from being a mid-table side.

    Formula 1: Ferrari replace Marco Mattiacci as team principal with Maurizio Arrivabene.

    Rugby union: Billy Vunipola is ruled out of England's match against Australia.

  11. Get involvedpublished at 15:57 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    It is that time of the year when we start thinking about which sportsman or sportswoman will win the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.

    The 10-person shortlist will be announced on The One Show on BBC One from 19:00 GMT, but who deserves to be among the nominees and why? Send us your suggestions for those competitors who have had a great year.

    Tweet us on #bbcsportsday or leave a message on the BBC Sport Facebook page.

    To get you in the mood, watch our video showing Sports Personality of the Year statistics through the years.

    Andy Murray
  12. Loeb returns to racingpublished at 15:41 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Nine-time world rally champion Sebastien Loeb has announced that he's coming out of retirement to drive in the Monte Carlo Rally in January.

    Loeb, 40, who has not competed since the French Rally in September 2013, will drive a Citroen DS3, with his usual co-driver Daniel Elena.

    The Frenchman said he was "entering for fun".

  13. Sanchez saving Arsenal - Wrightpublished at 15:31 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Alexis SanchezImage source, Getty Images

    Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright says the Gunners are too reliant on forward Alexis Sanchez and despite his presence may still miss out on Champions League qualification.

    "[Arsenal] are mid-table without Alexis Sanchez," said Wright on the BBC Radio 5 live 606 show he co-presents. "I can't see Arsenal getting in the top four at the moment."

    Wright fell short of backing under-fire manager Arsene Wenger, saying: "It's very frustrating. It's getting to that time now."

  14. Catalans trial NFL playerpublished at 15:23 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Brent CallowayImage source, @DragonsOfficiel

    Catalans Dragons are giving a week-long trial to American Football player Brent Calloway.

    The 22-year-old plays as a running back for the University of Alabama.

    "It's interesting to work with him and to give him the opportunity to show his qualities," Catalans CEO Christophe Jouffret said. "We'll take a decision at the end of the week."

    Last month, Australia international rugby league player Jarryd Hayne quit the sport to pursue a career in the NFL.

  15. Wenger must admit mistakes - Usmanovpublished at 15:15 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Arsenal shareholder Alisher Usmanov says Arsene Wenger must admit his mistakes in order to realise the team's potential.

    The Russian told CNBC, external "no genius can retain the same level of genius if they do not acknowledge mistakes," adding that the Gunners need to "strengthen every position" in order to compete with the likes of Manchester City and Chelsea.

    But he called for Wenger to be given the opportunity to turn things around, saying: "He is one of the greatest coaches, not just of European, but of world football."

  16. Vermaelen may need surgerypublished at 15:06 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Thomas VermaelenImage source, Getty Images

    Barcelona defender Thomas Vermaelen may need thigh surgery as his wait for a debut continues.

    The 29-year-old centre-back cost the club £15m when they signed him from Arsenal in August, but is yet to play having suffered an injury in Belgium's 1-0 World Cup group win over Russia in June.

    "We are worried for him and the medical staff are evaluating what's best," said sports director Andoni Zubizarreta.

    "We don't know if Vermaelen is now going to need surgery. We are studying the situation."

  17. Get involvedpublished at 15:02 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Plenty of you have been getting in touch today to share your theories on where it's going wrong for Liverpool...

    Chongwe Mwenya:, external The dressing room at Liverpool lacks motivation and that's what Brendan Rodgers should address. There is no team spirit.

    Jay:, external Rodgers should have taken a leaf out of Sir Alex Ferguson's book. He didn't try to replace Ronaldo, he changed the system to fit his players.

    Mark:, external Stuck in the boot room while everyone else moved forward decades ago. That's what. Liverpool just cannot compete financially.

  18. I'm no clown - Podolskipublished at 14:53 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Lukas PodolskiImage source, Getty Images

    Arsenal forward Lukas Podolski has once again vented his frustration over his lack of playing time at the club.

    "I like London, I like the club, but I don't like the situation," he told German magazine Kicker, external having again sat on the bench for Arsenal's 2-1 defeat by Manchester United. "I'm not some clown who can sit out his contract in the stands."

  19. Montano to sue Laticspublished at 14:44 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Cristian Montano, the winger sacked by Oldham following allegations of spot-fixing, is to sue the club.

    The Colombian, 22, was dismissed by the League One Latics in December following a newspaper sting which saw him and five other players arrested.

    However, the National Crime Agency (NCA) has since released all five from bail - although it says the investigation is ongoing. The player is now to seek damages, BBC Sport has learned.

  20. Question of Sport Teaserpublished at 14:36 Greenwich Mean Time 24 November 2014

    Earlier today we asked this question...

    Today's @QuestionofSport #QSTeaser is: The ten nominees are named later for @BBCSPOTY Since 1980 who are the five winners with a five-letter surname?

    Lennox Lewis

    The answers are… Steve Davis (1988), Nick Faldo (1989), Ryan Giggs (2009), Lennox Lewis (1999, pictured with Muhammad Ali) and Tony McCoy (2010).