Murray could face Federer in US Open but Bogomolov Jr is first August 23, 2012 BRITISH No1 Andy Murray is to play Russia’s Alex Bogomolov Jr in the first round of the US Open ahead of a potential semi-final showdown with recent rival Roger Federer. World No73 Bogomolov Jr beat Olympic gold medallist Murray 6-1, 7-5 in the Sony Ericsson Open in 2011 but should the Scot wish to cap [...]
Pietersen text row won’t affect one-day mission, insists Cook August 23, 2012 ENGLAND one-day captain Alastair Cook insists the Kevin Pietersen text message saga will not dent his team’s efforts to continue their winning run when they face South Africa today in Cardiff. The Proteas could knock Cook’s 50-over side off the top of the world rankings with victory in the five-match series, just as they did [...]
Blake blasts close to Bolt’s 100m record August 23, 2012 JAMAICAN sprinter Yohan Blake last night ran the joint-third fastest time in 100m history in the Diamond League meeting in Lausanne. The London 2012 100m and 200m silver medallist ran 9.69 seconds to beat American Tyson Gay into second place and is behind only compatriot Usain Bolt in the 100m records. He said: “I have [...]
Lucky Liverpool edge to hearts victory August 23, 2012 LIVERPOOL last night won 1-0 away to Scottish club Hearts in the Europa League qualifying play-off round first leg after an own goal by defender Andy Webster. The match was a largely even affair in which Liverpool’s new Italian striker Fabio Borini missed several chances. Newcastle, meanwhile, drew 1-1 away to Greek side Atromitos.
Fulham lodge Reds complaint August 23, 2012 FOOTBALL: Fulham have complained to the Premier League over Liverpool’s pursuit of midfielder Clint Dempsey. The Cottagers last month registered their unhappiness at comments made by boss Brendan Rodgers. The League is investigating.
Farah tweets probed by Saints August 23, 2012 RUGBY UNION: Northampton Saints hooker Brett Sharman is being investigated by the club over comments he made on Twitter about London 2012 hero Mo Farah. The South African, 25, later apologised for the remarks and deleted his account.
Froome finishes second in Spain August 23, 2012 CYCLING: Britain’s Chris Froome, of Team Sky, finished second in the sixth stage of the Vuelta a Espana, won by Spain’s Joaquim Rodriguez.
JD Sports sells rugby kit brand Canterbury to Pentland for £1 August 23, 2012 JD SPORTS, the sportswear retailer, has agreed to sell its Rugby brand Canterbury to its majority shareholder Pentland for £1, three years after the group bought it out of administration. Pentland, which owns brands including Beghaus and Speedos and holds a 58 per cent stake in JD Sports, will pay a token £1 for shares [...]
Saracens star brings rugby to the City’s heart August 23, 2012 SARACENS caused a stir in the City again last night when the high-flying rugby team returned to the Honourable Artillery Club for a glitzy pre-season friendly against French stars Stade Francais. The 2011 Premiership champions won 61-17, with England winger Chris Ashton scoring a hat-trick. But it wasn’t just the rugby getting tongues wagging. The [...]
Newcastle can hold their own at Stamford Bridge once again August 23, 2012 FEW bosses came into the season under greater pressure than Roberto Di Matteo and the Chelsea manager has responded by steering his team to two wins from two to lead the way in the Premier League. The Italian has been helped by a forgiving start to the campaign, with Wigan away and Reading at home, [...]