CAPITAL GAINS | Top awards come to London November 29, 2011 SPORT’S biggest names will gather in London months before next summer’s Olympics after the capital was named as host city for the 2012 Laureus Sports Awards. The prestigious prizes, which last year went to stars such as Rafael Nadal (above), will be presented at a glitzy ceremony at Central Hall in Westminster on 6 February. [...]
The Iceman cometh again: Raikkonen makes F1 return November 29, 2011 FORMER world champion Kimi Raikkonen admits his decision to return to Formula One was driven by a longing to get back in the cockpit that he could no longer ignore. Raikkonen ended months of speculation yesterday by announcing he has signed a two-year contract with Lotus Renault, starting next season. The 32-year-old Finn won the [...]
Auld enemies bring Scottish Varsity battle to London November 29, 2011 The annual collision between Edinburgh and St Andrews takes place tonight – and it’s in Richmond for the first time. City A.M. asked two star alumni to explain why it’s an occasion not to be missed RORY LAWSON GLOUCESTER AND EX-EDINBURGH TYRONE HOWE EX-BRITISH LIONS AND ST ANDREWS Q.WHAT MAKES THE SCOTTISH VARSITY MATCH SUCH A [...]
Dates set for 2014 Ryder Cup November 29, 2011 GOLF: The 2014 Ryder Cup at Gleneagles will take place from 26-28 September, it was announced yesterday. The 40th staging of the contest will be only the second to be held in Scotland after Muirfield played host in 1973.
Trap signs new Ireland deal November 29, 2011 FOOTBALL: Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni has ended speculation surrounding his future by signing a new deal that will see him stay on after next summer’s European Championships. The 72-year-old, who helped Ireland reach their first major tournament since 2002, will lead the team through their 2014 World Cup qualifying campaign.
Injuries scupper Gatland plans November 29, 2011 RUGBY UNION: Wales boss Warren Gatland fears second-rowers Alun Wyn Jones and Luke Charteris could miss the Six Nations because of injury. Jones has had an operation on a dislocated toe, while Charteris may need surgery on a wrist problem.
As consistent off-field as on, Speed’s death stunned us all November 28, 2011 ONE topic monopolised the conversation when I met my former Rangers team-mate Richard Gough for lunch today, and that was the utter disbelief throughout the football world at the tragic death of Gary Speed. So much has been said already but it bears repeating what a fine example he was as a player, manager and [...]
Consistency marks Donald out as the star of 2011 November 28, 2011 IT’S BEEN an unforgettable year for the sport of golf and one that will last long in the memory. With Europeans occupying the top four spots in the world rankings and two more enjoying success at the Majors, there is certainly plenty to be enthusiastic about heading into 2012 which is, of course, a Ryder [...]
Lay off Nasri: Wenger tells fans not to jeer Samir November 28, 2011 ARSENAL vs MAN CITY ARSENAL manager Arsene Wenger has urged Gunners fans still angry at Samir Nasri’s summer defection to Manchester City not to boo him when he returns to Emirates Stadium for the first time tonight. France midfielder Nasri provoked fury among some Arsenal supporters by refusing to sign a new contract last season, [...]
Tindall reinstated in England squad and fine cut on appeal November 28, 2011 FORMER England captain Mike Tindall has been handed an international lifeline after he was reinstated to the elite player squad last night, following a successful appeal over the ban he received for his conduct at the World Cup. The Gloucester centre was reprimanded after the controversial night out in Queenstown that followed England’s opening win [...]