Federer clinches London title against tired Nadal November 28, 2010 SWISS ace Roger Federer won the season ending ATP Tour Finals time for a record equalling fifth time at the expense of his great rival Rafael Nadal. Federer overcame the world No1 in three sets to draw level with Pete Sampras and Ivan Lendl, and claim his first victory in this tournament since it moved to [...]
Wenger: It’s easier to sort home form November 28, 2010 ARSENAL manager Arsene Wenger believes his side’s patchy home form won’t be a barrier to them challenging for the Premier League title. The Gunners moved to the top of the table, albeit for just a few hours, on Saturday following another impressive win on the road, this time 4-2 at Aston Villa. Arsenal have amassed 17 [...]
Kaymer completes dream year by finishing as Europe’s top man November 28, 2010 GERMANY’S Martin Kaymer has become the European Tour’s youngest No1 since Ronan Rafferty 21 years ago, securing top spot in the money list during his final round at the Dubai World Championship. Kaymer’s closest rival, his Ryder Cup teammate Graeme McDowell, applied some late pressure with a final round 68, but missed out on the [...]
Froch targets a big name November 28, 2010 BOXING: Britain’s Karl Froch is targeting the likes of Glen Johnson and Andre Ward after reclaiming the WBC super-middleweight title following a unanimous points victory over Arthur Abraham in Helsinki. Froch said: “I can’t just defend my title against bum of the month. I have to get in there and fight Glen Johnson and Andre Ward, [...]
Panorama ‘won’t harm bid’ November 28, 2010 FOOTBALL: Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt has been assured by FIFA delegates that England’s 2018 World Cup bid will not be adversely affected by tonight’s Panorama programme. Bid leader Andy Anson accused the BBC of being “unpatriotic” for broadcasting an investigation into FIFA three days before the vote to decide the 2018 hosts. “The FIFA delegates [...]
Quins too strong for Leeds November 28, 2010 RUGBY UNION: Harlequins ended a run of three games without a win with a resounding 51-18 home victory against relegation candidates Leeds. Nick Evans orchestrated the victory, scoring one of his side’s seven tries and ending the match with a 23-point haul.
United to host Liverpool in heavyweight third round tie November 28, 2010 MANCHESTER UNITED will host Liverpool in the glamour third round tie of this season’s FA Cup. The Premier League leaders take on the seven-times winners in the only all Premier League tie of the round. Meanwhile, United’s splinter club, FC United of Manchester, will face last season’s beaten finalists Portsmouth if they win their replay at home to [...]
Spurs’ 10-day wait for stadium verdict November 25, 2010 TOTTENHAM expect to find out within 10 days whether they have the all-clear to begin work on building a new £450m stadium next to White Hart Lane. The club received a boost yesterday when Mayor of London Boris Johnson backed Haringey Council’s decision to grant planning permission for the 55,000-seater venue. Now Spurs have three [...]
Pietersen touch is a source of cheer November 25, 2010 OUR cricket columnist, former England batsman and Warwickshire chairman Andy Lloyd, has been poring over all the Ashes action. Here he dissects what he’s learned from the play so far. KP IS A-OK A huge positive for England on day one was the batting of Kevin Pietersen. Alastair Cook and Ian Bell also did well, [...]
How England can beat South Africa November 25, 2010 THERE’S nothing more dangerous than the sight of a wounded Springbok. These guys just don’t abide losing. However, against Scotland last week they had the look of a side who were clutching their boarding passes ready to go home. England should be considered favourites and here’s how they can achieve a famous win. STAY STRONG [...]