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Mercurial Kyrgios is box office at Wimbledon
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 09/07/2022
» There is probably no one in tennis who polarises opinion more than the volatile Australian Nick Kyrgios.
BBC apologises after 'Manchester United are rubbish' gaffe
AFP, Published on 24/05/2022
» The BBC was forced to apologise to Manchester United fans on Tuesday after a message appeared on their news ticker labelling the Premier League club as "rubbish".
The unforgettable voice of Formula One
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 20/03/2021
» In former times when a commentator became known as "the voice of" the particular sport they covered, you knew they had reached the pinnacle of their trade.
Things that could have been better said by commentators
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 11/04/2020
» Following last week's column on the verbal gems football commentators have treated us to in the past, it seems only fair to acknowledge other sports in which commentators have performed heroically over the years.
Heavyweights New Zealand, England clash in blockbuster World Cup semi
AFP, Published on 26/10/2019
» YOKOHAMA (JAPAN) - Reigning champions New Zealand and England clash in a heavyweight Rugby World Cup semi-final on Saturday after a build-up marked by spying claims and a game of tactical cat-and-mouse.
Wembley play-offs not for weaklings
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 01/06/2019
» Aside from suffering relegation, a play-off final is probably the most stressful experience for any football fan. The very fact they are in the play-offs means the club has experienced a decent season, but everything comes down to one game and a defeat means it's just a wasted year, so near and yet so far. It's the hope that kills you.
Wales eye World Cup glory but injuries could cloud Japan picture
AFP, Published on 17/03/2019
» TWICKENHAM (UNITED KINGDOM) - Wales may seem Europe's best hope of World Cup glory in Japan this year after winning the Six Nations with a Grand Slam, but injuries could yet play a part by the time the tournament starts in September.
Shellito true to Chelsea roots as he passes away
Sports, Jason Dasey, Published on 11/11/2018
» The last days of Chelsea legend Ken Shellito were spent in a public hospital in the Malaysian state of Sabah, surrounded by friends and family.