Category Archives: Sports
Amy Gillett Cyclist Safety Foundation closes after federal funding cuts
George Martin: My teammates call me Mr Incredible
George Martin – Getty Images/Malcolm Couzens It doesn’t seem right that the 6-foot-4, 18.5-pound George Martin is driving around these days folding himself into a tiny Volkswagen Up! The exclamation point in the car’s name almost emphasizes the comedy of Martin defying physics just to get behind the wheel. We’re talking about a self-confessed “fair-weather”… Read More »
Ben White interview: People think I don’t like football but I love playing
Ben White’s ultra-competitive streak continues throughout his life – David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images There is a common misconception that Ben White is a footballer who doesn’t like football. It has been repeated so often over the past few years that over time it has become accepted as fact by the outside world. This… Read More »
Exeter Chiefs issue ‘warning to skeptics’ and praise owner Tony Rowe in bizarre statement
Tony Rowe, Chief Executive and Chairman of Exeter Chiefs – Getty Images/Bob Bradford Exeter Chiefs have released a bizarre 640-word statement in which CEO Tony Rowe blasted critics who claimed the club was a “fading dynasty”. The document, published on Friday evening under the title ‘Club Statement: Tony Rowe warns skeptics’, reveals Exeter’s improved performances… Read More »
Max Verstappen avoids drama to take pole position at Bahrain F1 Grand Prix
Max Brown – rugby phenom paid better than professionals
Max Brown opted to stay in the sixth tier rather than pursue a semi-professional career at a club – @gingerb_photography (Ben Whitehouse) Max Brown embodies the exciting potential of rugby union and also highlights the challenge of attracting young fans. The 22-year-old all-action winger plays for Walsall RFC, who are in the sixth tier of… Read More »
Manchester United are clearly trying to copy City and it makes perfect sense
When Sir Jim Ratcliffe addressed Manchester United staff at a meeting in early January, he received applause from the assembled crowd for his frank and frank assessment of issues that have dogged the club for years. But it wasn’t until a popular and long-serving United employee of 20 years approached him after the meeting and… Read More »
Sports quiz of the week: Spain, Six Nations and John O’Shea
The inside story of how Shilen Patel’s £60m takeover brought hope to West Brom
Shilen Patel has breathed new life into the Hawthorns after years of the club being under the management of a disengaged owner – PA/David Davies After the darkest period in their recent history, with a deepening financial crisis threatening their future, West Bromwich Albion are finally dreaming of a fresh start. The £60m purchase of… Read More »