Arsenal in talks with architects Populous over Emirates expansion May 13, 2026 Arsenal are in talks with Populous, the architects behind the original Emirates Stadium design, as they weigh up how best to expand their 60,000-seater home. Sources familiar with the process insist that all options remain on the table, from major works that would likely require a temporary a move away from the Emirates, to smaller [...]
Fifa may come under pressure over World Cup ticket resale strategy May 13, 2026 Fifa may come under pressure to drop its lucrative World Cup ticket resale strategy following law changes in Canada, experts have warned. The Canadian province of Ontario – with a capital in Toronto that will host matches – passed laws in its recent budget banning the resale of tickets for above their initial value, resulting [...]
Episode 86: Roger Teal on Dancing Gemini and Oxted, York Dante Festival and Lockinge Day at Newbury May 12, 2026 Tom Marriott and Bill Esdaile are back to preview the week’s action, with York’s Dante Festival before Lockinge Stakes Day at Newbury on Saturday. Trainer Roger Teal joins to discuss his runner in the race, Dancing Gemini, and the returning Oxted, whilst Wally Pyrah previews Wednesday’s Happy Valley racing. The Punter ‘The Punter’ has been [...]
York looks ready for a Rousing Encore May 12, 2026 WITH Classic trials aplenty in the last few weeks, York’s three-day Dante Festival will likely provide the final pieces of the puzzle ahead of the Oaks and Derby. The key trials, Wednesday’s Musidora and Thursday’s Dante Stakes, are both contests that are well worth watching but I’m keen to hunt out a few bets amongst [...]
Zeus to become King of Newbury on Lockinge Day May 12, 2026 FOLLOWING three days on the Knavesmire, we’re treated to Group One action from Newbury with the Lockinge Stakes (2.35pm) taking centre stage on Saturday. Earl of Sefton winner Damysus currently heads the ante-post markets, and while there’s no doubting that was an impressive performance, he must step up again if he is to take [...]
It’s time to show Ace War Some more Love May 12, 2026 HONG Kong racing fans can look forward to another exciting and highly competitive programme at Happy Valley on Wednesday, where the action takes place on the tricky C+3 track, beginning at 11.40am. Serious-minded bettors are going to need to keep a watchful eye on the sky again, with the weather forecast suggesting one or two [...]
Fighter can give Bowman victory under the lights May 12, 2026 THERE is no doubt that form book students will be burning the midnight oil trying to fathom who will win the fiendishly difficult Parislongchamp Handicap (3.50pm) over the extended mile. The field of 11 contenders have won 29 races between them around the city circuit, which includes 14 over the course and distance. Former Group [...]
LIV Golf players knew the risks of rebel tour, Rory McIlroy says May 12, 2026 Rory McIlroy says LIV Golf players knew the risks they were taking when they jumped ship to the rebel league, as uncertainty clouds the tour’s future. LIV’s backer, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, this month confirmed that it will withhold further funding following the end of the season. The move has come as part of [...]
ExpressVPN talk Spurs sponsor deal, Brooklyn Nets and esports May 12, 2026 Tottenham Hotspur are facing the loss of a key sponsor next season, with ExpressVPN possibly “taking a break from the Premier League” as their two-year deal with the relegation-threatened club comes to an end. The deal, signed in 2024, concludes this month with Spurs hovering just above the relegation zone. The north London club or [...]
London Broncos get fresh investment and eye consortium expansion May 12, 2026 London Broncos have secured fresh investment into the rugby league side as their Australian owners plan further consortium members. Brisbane-based property mogul Andrew Gray has joined the club’s ownership as part of the 90 per cent held by a group of Australian investors fronted by former NRL legend Darren Lockyer. The fresh injection comes as [...]