By: Matt Hardy

Deputy Sports Editor - City AM Matt Hardy is the City AM Deputy Sports Editor with a specialism in the business of sport. He covers the likes of rugby, cricket, sporting investment and venture capital funds; while also being across golf, cricket, and the politics of sport.

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Government must close crown jewel loophole, new report says

September 22, 2023

A new report has urged the government to close a loophole that could allow streaming services access to crown jewel sporting events. Crown jewel events are major sporting occasions that must be on free-to-air television, such as the Olympic Games and Fifa World Cup. A report from the Culture, Media and Sport committee, however, suggests [...]
Where to watch England in the Rugby World Cup in London

September 21, 2023

England take on Chile this weekend in the Rugby World Cup before the big game of the weekend, Ireland versus South Africa. Here are some hot spots in London to take in the rugby atmosphere. Tsaretta Spice, Twickenham Everybody loves an Indian after some live sport and Tsaretta Spice in Twickenham offers up some corking [...]
England’s Lionesses reach agreement with Football Association over pay dispute

September 21, 2023

England captain Mille Bright says the Lionesses have resolved their dispute with the Football Association over pay and bonuses. The row overshadowed the Lionesses’ prepartions for last month’s Women’s World Cupin Australia, where they reached the final. “We’ve had a really good conversation with the FA,” Bright said today. “We have come to an agreement, [...]
Raducanu will NOT return to tennis this year

September 21, 2023

Former British No1 tennis player Emma Raducanu will not compete in 2023, instead returning to the sport in 2024. The former US Open winner underwent surgery in May on both wrists and an ankle and missed three of this year’s four Grand Slams. “Next season I’ll be back,” the 20-year-old told BBC London. “This season [...]
Benn to fight tomorrow in first bout since suspension lift

September 21, 2023

Conor Benn will fight for the first time since his provisional doping suspension was lifted. The 26-year-old Brit will take on Rodolfo Orozco in Florida tomorrow having failed two Voluntary Anti-Doping Association tests in the lead-up to his fight against Chris Eubank Jr last year. He was suspended in March but a National Anti-Doping Panel [...]
Moyes desperate for more European glory with West Ham

September 20, 2023

West Ham manager David Moyes has insisted his goal is to take the Hammers to a second consecutive European final despite a strong start in the Premier League ahead of tonight’s opening fixture against Backa Topola. Last year’s Europa Conference League champions are sixth in the Premier League with three wins in their opening five [...]
Wiegman set for Team GB role at 2024 Paris Olympics

September 20, 2023

Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman is in line to manage Team GB at the Olympics next year should qualification be achieved. In a statement released by the FA the England boss – who took her side to last month’s World Cup final – said: “My full focus is on the Nations League campaign, but I would [...]
Smith set for England full-back shirt against Chile

September 20, 2023

Marcus Smith and Owen Farrell are set to play in the same starting team as England take on Chile this weekend at the Rugby World Cup knowing a win all but secures their place in the last eight of the tournament. Squad captain Farrell returns from a ban he picked up in August for a [...]
Italy can make mark on Rugby World Cup… or blow it all away

September 20, 2023

There’s an awful lot on the line this afternoon in Nice when Italy take on Uruguay at the Rugby World Cup. The Azzurri are the third highest ranked team in Pool B but could top the group today – temporarily, at least – depending on their result against a South American team who pushed France [...]
Exclusive: London Lions Women back 777 Partners ahead of European tie

September 19, 2023

London Lions Women’s general manager Vanja Cernivec has thrown support behind franchise owners 777 Partners after the investment firm’s takeover bid for Everton sparked a series of questions about their background. The American outfit has faced accusations about its recent and historic conduct, including their commitment to the London Lions and their ability to pass [...]

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