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A sporting year of cheers, jeers and tears that will be remembered
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 27/12/2025
» It's that time of the year to acknowledge the men and women who have graced the sports pages over the past 12 months. It has been a year of mixed emotions. Here are a few of those who have contributed to the memorable moments of 2025.
Kittisak steals the spotlight on historic night in Manila
Sports, Wasim mather, Published on 01/11/2025
» Another historical night has come to an end at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, about an hour from Manila -- a 50-year anniversary show commemorating the famous "Thrilla in Manila."
Ali's grandson steps into history in Manila
Sports, Wasim Mather, Published on 29/10/2025
» Half a century ago, Muhammad Ali -- widely regarded as the greatest, met Joe Frazier to decide who ruled the heavyweight division. The date was Oct 1, 1975, and the stage was the Araneta Coliseum in Manila. That brutal encounter, forever remembered as the "Thrilla in Manila," remains one of boxing's most iconic battles. After fourteen punishing rounds, Frazier's corner stopped the fight, sealing Ali's place in history.
Asia's top amateurs look to Matsuyama for inspiration
Sports, Chuah Choo Chiang, Published on 23/10/2025
» A new generation of regional golfers, including Thailand's Pongsapak Laopakdee and Ratchanon 'TK' Chantananuwat, is in Dubai this week, each with a dream in tow that was sparked by the heroics of Hideki Matsuyama.
Westwood: A lot has changed
Sports, Published on 15/10/2025
» Macau: Lee Westwood is back at the Macao Open -- 26 years after lifting the trophy -- and credits his regular appearances in the region for helping him become one of his country's greatest players.
Thai government pledges to support ONE Championship
Sports, Nick Atkin, Published on 21/06/2025
» The government has signalled it may begin backing ONE Championship after founder Chatri Sityodtong expressed sadness at the lack of official support despite the martial arts organisation's surging popularity and economic impact.
It's a big day for Preston's Lillywhites
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 29/03/2025
» Outside Preston North End's Deepdale Stadium there is an eye-catching statue of the club's greatest-ever player, the late Sir Tom Finney. The statue is known as "The Splash" as it was inspired by a dramatic photograph of Finney aqua-planing while playing against Chelsea on a waterlogged Stamford Bridge pitch in 1956.
Law: A legend and icon of Scottish football
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 25/01/2025
» Tributes have poured in for Denis Law, who passed away last week at the age of 84. Sir Alex Ferguson called him "the greatest Scottish player of all time" and few would dispute that.
From love of game to chasing bucks: The fall of NCAA football
Sports, Dave Wiggins, Published on 21/08/2024
» Time was when NCAA college football was Wiggins' World's favourite sport.
Poch chewed up! It’s back to square one at Stamford Bridge
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 25/05/2024
» It is ironic that the first time in the whole season Chelsea fans have been happy with their team’s performance, the owners decide to part ways with manager Mauricio Pochettino. Despite the “mutual consent” statement the owners appeared quite happy to let the Argentine go and did not put in much effort in persuading him to stay.