Spurs snap up Friedel June 3, 2011 THE FUTURE of error-prone Tottenham goalkeeper Heurelho Gomes has been plunged into fresh doubt after the club swooped for Aston Villa veteran Brad Friedel. The arrival of the 40-year-old American, who has signed a two-year contract after moving on a free transfer, means Spurs now have three senior stoppers. Besides Gomes and Friedel, manager Harry [...]
Bahrain GP reinstated June 3, 2011 THE BAHRAIN Grand Prix has been restored to the Formula One calendar and will take place on 30 October, more than seven months later than scheduled. The World Motor Sports Council’s decision means that the Indian Grand Prix, whose date has been assumed by Bahrain, will be put back to December. Bahrain was originally meant [...]
Fallon sweating on court verdict June 3, 2011 JOCKEY Kieren Fallon will learn this morning whether he is free to ride in the Investec Derby today following a High Court bid to prevent him partnering Recital. Ibrahim Araci, the owner of Native Khan, says Fallon had previously promised to ride his horse, only to switch on Monday, and is therefore breaking a contract. [...]
Terry keen on Hiddink or Hughes June 3, 2011 FOOTBALL: Chelsea captain John Terry has backed the prospect of either Guus Hiddink or Mark Hughes taking over as manager. Former Blues boss Hiddink and ex-Fulham chief Hughes have been linked with the Stamford Bridge vacancy. Terry said Hiddink “would be welcomed back”, adding that Hughes “would have the qualities”.
Froch in pre-fight health scare June 3, 2011 BOXING: Britain’s Carl Froch was hospitalised for several hours ahead of his super-middleweight title defence against Glen Johnson tonight. The Nottingham fighter was admitted with an eardrum problem but, following treatment to clear the area, said he felt “in tip-top shape and ready for business” in the Super Six semi-final.
Edwards out of Catalunya GP June 3, 2011 MOTO GP: Monster Yamaha Tech 3 rider Colin Edwards will miss tomorrow’s Catalunya GP after breaking his collarbone in practice yesterday. Edwards follows home favourite Dani Pedrosa, who suffered a similar injury last month, in missing the race, meaning the field is down to 15 riders.
Hughes walks out on Fulham but claims no Villa contact June 2, 2011 MARK HUGHES remains the favourite to succeed Gerard Houllier as manager of Aston Villa despite insisting that his departure from Fulham yesterday was not linked to an offer from a rival top flight club. Hughes walked out on the west London side after less than a year in the job deciding not to take up [...]
Wenger would rather be sacked than splash millions, says Dixon June 2, 2011 HE WON nine major titles at Arsenal and spent six years under the wing of Arsene Wenger, so when it comes to explaining what’s wrong with the Gunners and their French boss, Lee Dixon is better qualified than most. The England defender-turned-TV-pundit is adamant Wenger should stay in charge, despite murmurings of discontent on the [...]
Murray faces daunting route to belated grand slam glory June 2, 2011 BRITAIN’S Andy Murray heads into the final leg of his French Open campaign with his path to a first grand slam blocked by two all-time greats and the man poised to break the record for the longest unbeaten run in the history of the sport. Murray locks horns with Rafael Nadal in today’s first semi-final [...]
Strauss to delay decision on Anderson replacement June 2, 2011 ENGLAND captain Andrew Strauss will delay naming James Anderson’s replacement until shortly before the start of today’s second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s. Lancashire seamer Anderson was unable to bowl in the second innings of the remarkable first Test victory on Monday and the side strain he picked up in Cardiff will prevent him [...]