Chris Tremlett: Sri Lanka Test series can be fresh start as England look to replicate one-day side’s success October 31, 2018 England have one more warm-up game before they begin their Test series against Sri Lanka and I hope they can build on the success of the one-day side and use it as a fresh start. With Alastair Cook retired, Jonny Bairstow fighting for fitness after injury and conditions making it necessary to change tactics, the [...]
Chelsea v Derby County: Frank Lampard returns to Stamford Bridge plotting the downfall of his former side October 30, 2018 They say you should never go back. But for Frank Lampard tomorrow will undoubtedly be a pleasure as returns to Stamford Bridge for the first time as a manager. Of course the level and origin of that pleasure will be determined somewhat by Derby County’s result against his former side Chelsea in the fourth round [...]
Snakes and ladders: The Championship continues to prove itself as the most competitive league in the world October 30, 2018 No other country in the world can boast a second-tier league quite like the Championship. England’s second division is among the most competitive leagues in the world and is not only home to former European Cup-winning clubs, but also sees an average attendance of over 20,000 fans per game, week-in, week-out. With 15 games done [...]
Hong Kong Horse Racing Tips: Elusive State out to bag the hat-trick for Sha Tin punters October 30, 2018 FORMER South African champion trainer Tony Millard has made his best ever start in Hong Kong since joining the trainer ranks back in 2000. With 13 winners already on the board, and currently joint leader in the trainers’ title race, he is on fire. He saddles four runners at Sha Tin this afternoon and all [...]
Hong Kong Horse Racing Tips: Borntoachieve looks set to roll back the years October 30, 2018 BETTORS in Hong Kong can look forward to an afternoon of entertainment on the all-weather track at Sha Tin today. Dirt racing under floodlights can pose numerous problems when trying to find winners, especially with the temperature likely to be in the mid-to-high twenties, but humidity is low for this time of year. How much [...]
Trevor Steven: Unbeaten Manchester City have all the tools to make it back-to-back Premier League titles October 30, 2018 After Manchester City were crowned Premier League champions with five games to spare in April their captain, Vincent Kompany, made a speech. But rather than pat his side on the back, Kompany was focused on the future, speaking of “unlocking the full potential” and establishing a “dynasty”. The Belgian’s words showed the mentality that City [...]
Tottenham 0-1 Manchester City: Five things we learned as unbeaten visitors go top of the Premier League October 29, 2018 Manchester City moved top of the Premier League tonight after edging past a wasteful Tottenham in a curiously underwhelming clash at Wembley. Riyad Mahrez scored the game’s only goal after six minutes, with both sides then largely struggling to tame the scarred pitch at Spurs’ temporary home. Here’s what we learned as unbeaten City got [...]
Day in the life: Sprint cyclist Callum Skinner on Tokyo 2020 training, rest and nutrition October 29, 2018 As a part of the British Cycling team my main goal is always the Olympic Games. Every competition along the way is seen as a stepping stone towards Tokyo 2020. In the shorter term I’m concentrating on next season. I decided to sit out the current campaign and am training hard for 2020. If we’ve [...]
Sam Torrance: Schauffele’s Ryder Cup revenge on Finau will help him develop in his career October 29, 2018 Xander Schauffele produced an excellent finish to beat compatriot Tony Finau in a play-off and win the WGC-HSBC Champions in Shanghai over the weekend. The 25-year-old American shot three consecutive birdies on the final two holes and in the sudden death par-five to claim a third PGA title and put a winless season behind him. [...]
Five things we learned from the Premier League this weekend: Barkley’s back, Arsenal undone, Pogba running the show and Fulham flailing October 28, 2018 It had been easy to forget just how good Ross Barkley can be. The England midfielder had lost his way with Everton, sliding down the pecking order after a long-term injury. But having acclimatised following his January move to Chelsea, the 24-year-old is reminding everyone of his talent. The absence of Eden Hazard was not [...]