Murray eyes Federer after Thailand triumph October 2, 2011 BRITAIN’S Andy Murray targeted a rankings rise after sweeping to his third ATP Tour title of the year at the Thailand Open. Murray took just 48 minutes to beat America’s Donald Young 6-2, 6-0 in Bangkok and cap a successful first tournament since last month’s US Open. And the Scot then set his sights on [...]
Great Danedream causes shock at Prix de l’Arc October 2, 2011 TRAINER Peter Schiergen hailed a landmark day after his Danedream became only the second German winner of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe. The 20-1 shot found a devastating burst of pace in the straight under Andrasch Starke to upset a strong field and claim one of racing’s most prestigious crowns. Shareta finished second, some [...]
WALES HUNTERS | Ireland into quarters October 2, 2011 TWO tries from birthday boy Keith Earls and another from Brian O’Driscoll (above) ensured Ireland topped Pool C and set up a quarter-final date with Wales. Needing at least a draw with Italy to claim top spot, Ireland overwhelmed the Azzurri 36-6 in Dunedin to send their Six Nations rivals home. Fly-half Ronan O’Gara kicked [...]
THE BREAKDOWN | WORLD CUP BRIEFS October 2, 2011 GATLAND DELIGHT AT WIN WALES boss Warren Gatland hailed a ruthless performance after a 66-0 thrashing of Fiji booked a quarter-final clash with Ireland. Jamie Roberts led the way with two tries, while Scott Williams, George North, Sam Warburton, Lloyd Burns, Leigh Halfpenny, Lloyd Williams and Jonathan Davies also scored. Wales led 31-0 at half-time [...]
McClaren’s Forest reign is over October 2, 2011 Former England manager Steve McClaren has resigned as manager of Nottingham Forest after 112 days in charge. McClaren, 50, stepped down during a meeting with chairman Nigel Doughty that followed yesterday’s 3-1 home defeat against Birmingham City.
Everton appeal Rodwell red card October 2, 2011 Everton have made a formal appeal to the Football Association against Jack Rodwell’s red card in Saturday’s Merseyside derby. The midfielder was dismissed after 23 minutes against Liverpool, in a match the Toffees went on to lose 2-0.
Hoey holds off McIlroy charge October 2, 2011 Northern Ireland’s Michael Hoey won the Dunhill Links Championship thanks to a late surge, which saw him fire three birdies in the final four holes, to hold off the challenge of Rory McIlroy.
London Time September 30, 2011 City A.M. is proud to introduce its third edition of ‘London Time’. This issue written Timothy Barber, reviews the best watches of 2011 across a range of different categories, as well as news and interviews from watch industry experts. Maria Doulton owner of www.thejewelleryeditor.com has also contributed jewellery and women’s watches editorial.
Man Group to double job cuts to 400 September 30, 2011 HEDGE fund giant Man Group is doubling its planned job cuts to 400, according to Reuters sources. The news came two days after Man shocked markets by reporting clients had pulled out $2.6bn (£1.67bn) in assets in the three months to the end of September, The group’s shares tumbled 25 per cent on the day. [...]
Southern Cross starts care homes sell-off September 30, 2011 A third of Southern Cross care homes have been transferred to new operators, the company has announced. Purchase agreements have been signed for 70 per cent of the group’s homes, and further transfers are scheduled for October and November. The company intends to close once all its care homes have been transferred. Chairman Christopher Fisher [...]
