Emma Smith
@emmasmithbbc.bsky.social
Award-winning BBC Sport journo | Heard BBC World Service, BBC 5 Live, The Week Unwrapped | Seen BBC News, ABC News | Sports Journalism Association committee member | Manchester Laces goalkeeper coach
Organisers will hope the weather improves by Friday evening - it is overcast and bitterly cold in Milan today, while rain is forecast for next week.
There is a risk we could see a repeat of the sodden scenes which opened the Paris 2024 Olympics...
There is a risk we could see a repeat of the sodden scenes which opened the Paris 2024 Olympics...
February 1, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Organisers will hope the weather improves by Friday evening - it is overcast and bitterly cold in Milan today, while rain is forecast for next week.
There is a risk we could see a repeat of the sodden scenes which opened the Paris 2024 Olympics...
There is a risk we could see a repeat of the sodden scenes which opened the Paris 2024 Olympics...
The stage is being set for the opening ceremony of #milancortina2026 at San Siro - the grand home of AC Milan and Inter, due to be demolished in the near future.
There is a circular, swirled stage in the middle with four entrances through what it looks like will be gold rings.
There is a circular, swirled stage in the middle with four entrances through what it looks like will be gold rings.
February 1, 2026 at 11:43 AM
The stage is being set for the opening ceremony of #milancortina2026 at San Siro - the grand home of AC Milan and Inter, due to be demolished in the near future.
There is a circular, swirled stage in the middle with four entrances through what it looks like will be gold rings.
There is a circular, swirled stage in the middle with four entrances through what it looks like will be gold rings.
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
January 30, 2026 at 7:07 AM
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
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...)
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...)
January 17, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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...)
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...)
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...
Side note: here's the pathway to the press box at Utilita Arena. Bit of a squeeze...
January 16, 2026 at 11:49 AM
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...
Side note: here's the pathway to the press box at Utilita Arena. Bit of a squeeze...
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
January 15, 2026 at 12:07 PM
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
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...
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...
January 14, 2026 at 11:31 AM
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...
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...
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
January 13, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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
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.
I particularly agonised over the order of my top 2, very different but both outstanding films.
December 29, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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.
I particularly agonised over the order of my top 2, very different but both outstanding films.
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.
'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.
December 7, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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.
'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.
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.
Leeds can climb out the bottom three by avoiding defeat, Villa could end the day fourth if they win here.
November 23, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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.
Leeds can climb out the bottom three by avoiding defeat, Villa could end the day fourth if they win here.
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.
Looking forward to covering more of the stories which matter for everyone, with plenty planned in 2026 - watch this space.
November 20, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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.
Looking forward to covering more of the stories which matter for everyone, with plenty planned in 2026 - watch this space.
...and rugby league is in.
October 21, 2025 at 11:56 AM
...and rugby league is in.
At Wembley, American football is out...
October 21, 2025 at 11:55 AM
At Wembley, American football is out...
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.
October 12, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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.
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.
But I'm here in one piece, ticking off another ground in Moss Rose for Macclesfield v. Marine in National League North.
October 4, 2025 at 12:51 PM
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.
But I'm here in one piece, ticking off another ground in Moss Rose for Macclesfield v. Marine in National League North.
Question: What does a trans girl need when the Progesterone really hits?
Answer:
Answer:
September 24, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Question: What does a trans girl need when the Progesterone really hits?
Answer:
Answer:
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
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
August 24, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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
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
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.
The announcement had mostly nice, and accurate, things to say.
August 15, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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.
The announcement had mostly nice, and accurate, things to say.
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...
August 11, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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...
A beautiful August day in Salford
August 4, 2025 at 11:43 AM
A beautiful August day in Salford
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.
Had to share some of the photos of a beautiful day with my beautiful, now extended family.
July 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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.
Had to share some of the photos of a beautiful day with my beautiful, now extended family.
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.
Oh, and I haven't moved to London, just FYI.
July 23, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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.
Oh, and I haven't moved to London, just FYI.