Vettel victory sparks a Red Bull assault June 21, 2009 RESURGENT Red Bull laid down the gauntlet to championship leader Jenson Button and his Brawn GP team after registering an impressive one-two in the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Young pretender Sebastian Vettel cruised to a third Grand Prix victory ahead of team-mate Mark Webber, while Button, winner of six races already this season, finished [...]
Younus: T20 triumph is like a gift from God June 21, 2009 ECSTATIC Pakistan captain Younus Khan described the World Twenty20 trophy as “gift” to the Pakistani people after leading his side to an eight-wicket demolition of Sri Lanka in the final at Lord’s. After losing their opening match to England, Younus’ side rallied to victory in their next five games before impressively disposing of the favourites [...]
Federer feels no pressure as he goes in search of history June 21, 2009 RED-HOT favourite Roger Federer insists he has shelved any thoughts of creating tennis history at Wimbledon this next fortnight. The Swiss ace is looking to surpass Pete Sampras’ record of 14 major titles by landing a sixth success at the All England Club. His chances increased dramatically after defending champion and world No1 Rafael Nadal [...]
Payne gets the nod as Lions are left licking their wounds June 21, 2009 ENGLAND prop Tim Payne has been called-up for the British Lions squad as cover for international team-mate Andrew Sheridan. Sheridan missed Saturday’s 26-21 first Test defeat against South Africa in Durban with a back injury and remains a doubt for Saturday’s second Test in Pretoria. Indeed, coach Ian McGeechan is taking no chances and yesterday [...]
Premier club ‘bought’ by Arab investor June 21, 2009 AN UNNAMED Premier League club has been bought out by a member of the ruling family in the United Arab Emirates, a WAM news agency report revealed last night. The report claims Sheikh Ahmed bin Saqr Al Qasimi, chairman of the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Customs and Seaports, has purchased a 60 per cent [...]
Barnes still leads after rain delay June 21, 2009 THE 109th US Open champion may now not be declared until as late as Wednesday after heavy rain caused further delays at Bethpage Black. Play was suspended for another five hours yesterday morning prompting the majority of the 60-man field to tee off for their final rounds late last night. It means play will roll [...]
Chambers’ double helps GB rally to Euro bronze June 21, 2009 FORMER outcast Dwain Chambers came to his team’s rescue to help Great Britain to a third place finish in the inaugural European Team Championship in Portugal. After winning the 100 metres in the opening session, Chambers then completed an impressive sprint double in the 200m after stepping in to replace the injured Rikki Fifton. Victory [...]
Haye hits back at Klitschko June 21, 2009 BOXING: British hope David Haye has hit back at IBF and WBO world heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko after his public lashing of the Londoner following his victory over Ruslan Chagaev on Saturday night. Klitschko dismissed the threat of challenger Haye, who replied: “He’s a boring, un-entertaining fighter.”
Italy crash out, USA go through June 21, 2009 FOOTBALL: The USA turned on the style to crush Egypt 3-0 and reach the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup last night. The Americans lost both their previous two matches but Brazil’s 3-0 victory over world champions Italy in the other game, ensured they went through on goal difference at the expense of Egypt and Italy. [...]
Saints sweep to new record June 21, 2009 RUGBY LEAGUE: Leaders St Helens set a new Super League record of 16 consecutive away wins after cruising to a 44-18 success at struggling Bradford.