Rossi set for shock return July 12, 2010 MOTO GP: Valentino Rossi could be set for a dramatic comeback to racing on Sunday in the German Grand Prix. The six-time Moto GP champion was expected out for up to six months after suffering a compound fracture of his right shin at Mugello on 5 June. But the Italian rode in a private test [...]
Murtagh won’t appeal ban July 12, 2010 HORSE RACING: Top jockey Johnny Murtagh has decided not to appeal against the six-day ban he received for careless riding aboard winner Starspangledbanner in last Friday’s July Cup. The suspension would rule the Irishman out of the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot, and indeed the first two days of Glorious Goodwood, [...]
Molinari breaks into top 20 July 12, 2010 GOLF: Edoardo Molinari has moved into the world’s top 20 for the first time after his victory in the Scottish Open on Sunday. The Italian finished three shots clear of Darren Clarke to claim his first European Tour title, and moves into 19th in the standings, back ahead of his brother Francesco in 30th. American [...]
Forlan dedicates Golden Ball award to team-mates July 12, 2010 DIEGO FORLAN yesterday dedicated his Golden Ball award to his Uruguayan team-mates following their fine World Cup campaign. The Atletico Madrid striker was named the best player of the tournament after his five goals fired the South Americans to the semi-finals before they were beaten by Holland. “It’s as great as it is unexpected. I [...]
ON TOP OF THE WORLD July 11, 2010 HOLLAND (0) vs SPAIN (1) after extra time ANDRES INIESTA capped a majestic performance with the winning goal deep into extra time to help Spain lift the World Cup for the first time. The midfield maestro rifled home with four minutes of added time remaining to break Dutch hearts in a bad-tempered game in Johannesburg. [...]
I’ll remember it as a festival of football July 11, 2010 GOOD organisation, fantastic atmospheres everywhere you go, and not a hint of trouble, South Africa 2010 will go down in many people’s book as a tremendous festival of football. I’ve been privileged to have witnessed it first hand and experience the joy that hosting the World Cup has brought to the people of South Africa. [...]
Not bad for a No2 driver, says Webber after Silverstone win July 11, 2010 MARK WEBBER swept to his third victory of the season at the British Grand Prix yesterday – and celebrated with a dig at his team. The Australian was furious after Red Bull chiefs removed a new front wing and handed it to team-mate Sebastian Vettel ahead of qualifying after it broke in practice on Friday. [...]
Webb just about got it right July 11, 2010 WITH Jabulani in hand, Howard Webb walked out into the Soccer City stadium a mighty proud man last night – but boy was he made to work for his place in history. The Dutch tactics to snuff out the Spanish in any way possible made for a difficult game for the Premier League official and [...]
Uruguay’s Forlan handed Golden Boot for star role July 11, 2010 URUGUAY striker Diego Forlan last night claimed the Fifa Golden Ball as the outstanding player of the World Cup. The former Manchester United front man helped the south American side to a surprise semi-final appearance with five goals, including blistering efforts against South Africa and Germany. Forlan finished in a four-way tie for the Golden [...]
Strauss: We must forget our Tigers’ mauling July 11, 2010 ANDREW STRAUSS has urged his England side to forget their humiliating defeat to Bangladesh and complete a series win at Edgbaston today. The Tigers rallied to their first ever win over England in 20 attempts on Saturday to leave the series delicately poised at 1-1 going into today’s decider. For England, defeat came on the [...]