Boycott in Yardy depression row March 24, 2011 FORMER England batsman Geoffrey Boycott sparked a storm yesterday by labelling Michael Yardy “a liability” in a highly critical response to the all-rounder’s sudden withdrawal from the World Cup because of depression. Yardy left the squad 48 hours before tomorrow’s quarter-final against Sri Lanka saying it was the “only sensible option”, but media pundit Boycott [...]
EXPERT COMMENT March 24, 2011 WE don’t know the reasons for Michael Yardy’s illness but, with Marcus Trescothick having suffered similar problems, there are several factors that could make cricketers susceptible to depression. The fact they often spend long periods of time away from home on tour, in hotel rooms on their own can make a cricketer’s life a lonely [...]
LOCOG bar BOA pair from board March 24, 2011 THE WAR between the two national bodies responsible for next year’s London 2012 Games escalated yesterday when organisers LOCOG suspended the British Olympic Association’s two leading figures from its board. BOA chairman Lord Moynihan and chief executive Andy Hunt have been barred indefinitely because they are waging a legal dispute against LOCOG in the belief [...]
I won’t walk out on McLaren, Hamilton promises team boss March 24, 2011 FORMER world champion Lewis Hamilton has attempted to silence speculation he could quit McLaren by pledging his future to the team. The English driver made no secret of his unhappiness at being hindered last season by his car, and is being tipped to move on soon if this year’s is no better. But on the [...]
Hart boosted by absence of Wales star March 24, 2011 MANCHESTER CITY goalkeeper Joe Hart admits Gareth Bale’s absence from tomorrow’s Euro 2012 qualifier has enhanced England’s chances of leaving Cardiff with a vital win. Bale has returned to Tottenham after failing to recover from a hamstring strain and Hart believes Wales will struggle to replace the winger who has been in such inspired form [...]
India defeat holders Australia March 24, 2011 CRICKET: India will face Pakistan in an eagerly anticipated World Cup semi-final after knocking reigning champions Australia out yesterday. Yuvraj Singh’s 57 not out helped India to a five-wicket victory in Ahmedabad, despite Ricky Ponting’s first century for 13 months. Sachin Tendulkar (53) and Gautam Gambhir (50) also made key contributions with the bat as [...]
Universities primed for race March 24, 2011 BOAT RACE: Cambridge will be looking to defend their title when they renew hostilities with Oxford in the 157th Boat Race tomorrow. The Light Blues are the favourites, with a heavier, older crew, but the Dark Blues are marshalled by experienced coach Sean Bowden, who has masterminded seven Oxford wins in a decade. Fans can [...]
Matthew in Canary Wharf final March 24, 2011 SQUASH: World No1 Nick Matthew will face fourth seed Peter Barker in today’s final of the ISS Canary Wharf Squash Classic after both came through semi-finals last night at East Wintergarden in Canary Wharf. Barker saw off England team-mate James Willstrop in an epic clash before compatriot Matthew progressed when his opponent, Frenchman Gregory Gaulthier, [...]
I’m leaning towards Pisa in the Dubai World Cup… March 24, 2011 TOM Queally rides Twice Over for Henry Cecil in tomorrow’s Dubai World Cup and the pair are as short as 2/1 with Paddy Power to land the staggering £3,846,154 first prize. The triple Group One winner looked really impressive over course and distance at the beginning of the month and is definitely the one to [...]
Sri Lanka not home and dry against Three Lions March 24, 2011 SRI LANKA vs ENGLAND TOMORROW – 9.00 AM SKY SPORTS ENGLAND’S World Cup story has taken more twists and turns than a Bollywood classic and in spite of themselves – just as in all good movies – the protagonists of this tale still have the chance of a happy ending. If the Three Lions are [...]