Cautious Murray casts doubt over his Australian Open participation October 31, 2013 BRITAIN’S Andy Murray admits he is yet to hit a ball almost six weeks after his back operation and fears he may not be ready for the Australian Open. The Wimbledon champion is desperate to play in Melbourne, where he has reached the final three times in four years, but is adamant he will only [...]
McIlroy rediscovers his touch in Shanghai October 31, 2013 REJUVENATED Rory McIlroy believes his nightmare spell is behind him after he shot a seven-under-par round of 65 to take a first-round lead at the WGC HSBC Champions yesterday in Shanghai. The former world No1 has suffered a barren and arduous 2013 and needs a sparkling performance this week if he is to qualify for [...]
Chelsea snap up African teenage sensation Traore October 31, 2013 CHELSEA have finally completed the signing of African prodigy Bertrand Traore – four years after first targeting the midfielder. Traore, who shone for the Blues on their pre-season tour of Asia – officially as a triallist – and turned 18 in September, has committed to the club until 2018. Work permit issues and his minor [...]
Brawn exit won’t weaken Mercedes October 31, 2013 FORMULA ONE: Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton believes his team can remain competitive next season, despite the imminent departure of team principal Ross Brawn. Hamilton, fourth in the world championship ahead of this weekend’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, said: “Everyone will do the utmost to make sure whatever decision he makes we go into next year [...]
Trio in for England World Cup clash October 31, 2013 RUGBY LEAGUE: England coach Steve McNamara has made three changes to his squad for tomorrow’s World Cup match against Ireland at Huddersfield. Forwards James Graham and Sean O’Loughlin, plus winger Tom Briscoe replace Josh Charnley, Lee Mossop and Sam Burgess.
Celtic told they can’t leave Scotland October 31, 2013 FOOTBALL: European governing body Uefa have told Celtic they will not be allowed to play any potential Champions League play-off home leg outside of Scotland next year, despite their Celtic Park home being a venue for the summer’s Commonwealth Games.
Matthew storms into semi-final October 31, 2013 SQUASH: Commonwealth champion Nick Matthew reached the World Championship semi-final with victory over Amr Shabana in straight games.
England can gain revenge against Wallabies for Twickenham defeat October 31, 2013 WILLIAM CHRIMES PREVIEWS ENGLAND V AUSTRALIA AND BEN CLEMINSON LOOKS AT THE WEEKEND FOOTBALL IF ENGLAND are to win the 2015 Rugby World Cup they will want to put up a strong showing in the three-match autumn international series starting tomorrow with Australia. A number of young stars are aiming to secure their place in [...]
Gunners can extend stay at Premier League summit by shooting down Reds October 31, 2013 ARSENAL may have seen their brilliant opening to the season stutter a little of late, but they should be backed to beat Liverpool in what promises to be an informative clash in the late kick-off tomorrow. Having suffered a rather unlucky 2-1 defeat to Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League 10 days ago, Arsene Wenger’s [...]
Extraordinary Wise Dan the star man in Breeders’ Cup Mile October 31, 2013 Bill Esdaile previews the Breeders’ Cup and the best of the jumps action THE BREEDERS’ Cup has had its fair share of criticism recently, but there is still some top class racing to enjoy tonight and tomorrow evening. I’m going to leave the Classic alone as it’s a very difficult race to get a handle [...]