FRIDAY at Royal Ascot promised a lot and delivered plenty, but there were a few moments that may have escaped your attention. We’ve done the hard work for you and looked at the best of the rest on Day 4. Brian Meehan and a 100-1 shot ???? Aroha had next to no form to speak of […]
BURNLEY are eyeing Al-Wahda star Yahya Al Ghassani. The winger is regarded as one of the hottest prospects in the Arabian Gulf League and his outstanding performances have caught the eye of a host of European clubs. Al Ghassani, 21, joined the Abu Dhabi outfit last year on an initial 12-month contract. But his rapid […]
THE final Group 1 of the week pitches the best sprinters in the world against each other in the Diamond Jubilee. Blue Point is back for more after victory in the King’s Stand – but can he become the first horse since Choisir to do the double? 1. Blue Point – Charlie Appleby/James Doyle (2-1) […]
THE longest day of the year for one half of the world is also the shortest for the other. So when is the summer solstice for the Northern hemisphere and when is it for the Southern hemisphere? Here’s all you need to know. When is the summer solstice 2019 in the Northern hemisphere? The summer […]
LUCA DONCIC has lamented only being able to play with NBA icon Dirk Nowitzki for one season. The Slovenian took the league by storm in the last campaign after his switch from Real Madrid and is the bookie’ favourites to be named the Rookie of the Year. Still only 20, Doncic scored 21 points, grabbed […]
AUDRINA Patridge shot to fame while starring in MTV’s The Hills during its original run from 2006 until 2010. Following the show’s cancellation, this American TV personality went on to have a very successful career in Hollywood. Here’s the lowdown… What has Audrina Patridge been up to? In October, 2010, Audrina announced she had landed […]
THE transfer window is in full swing as the biggest clubs around the world freshen up their squads ready for next season. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has a huge summer of rebuilding Manchester United while Arsenal are on a tight budget and managerless Chelsea aren’t allowed to sign anyone. Follow ALL the latest transfer news and […]
THE final day of Royal Ascot is upon us, but fear not as it’s a belter of a card. Our double act have picked out a pair of runners they believe are cast-iron certs for day five as the Nap Battle rolls on. Marie Fitzgerald Templegate Star filly LAH TI DAR seems a crazy price […]
SNOOKER fans may want to head down to Argos where mini snooker tables are currently half price. The retailer is selling 3ft and 4ft Chad Valley snooker/ pool tables for young players. The 3ft games table has been reduced to £22.49 from £44.99, which is the cheapest price we found for a similar-sized table. A […]
TENNIS legend Martina Navratilova fronts the BBC documentary, Trans Athletes: A Fair Playing Field? Here is everything you need to know about the former nine-time Wimbledon champ. Who is Martina Navratilova? Martina Navratilova was born in Prague, Czechoslovakia (now in the Czech Republic) in 1956. Originally born as Martina Subertova, when her parents divorced at […]
AN EVIL couple have been jailed today after their nine-week-old son was smothered to death during an alcohol-fuelled row over sex. Luke Morgan, 26, and Emma Cole, 22, were found guilty of causing or allowing the death of Tyler Morgan. Neighbours said they heard the vile couple arguing about being short of money just hours […]
A WOMAN was dragged off the street and raped in bushes behind a bus stop in a broad daylight horror sex attack. The victim, aged in her 30s, was walking in Byker, Newcastle, at around 10am this morning when she was approached by a stranger. She was dragged to bushes behind a bus stop and […]
PINATUBO managed to win well at Epsom last time despite hating the track. He can follow up that success by taking the Chesham Stakes (2.30). James Doyle didn’t have to get too busy on board as he finished off the 6f trip really strongly. That makes you think that stepping up to 7f on a […]
OUR team have picked out their best bets for the final day of Royal Ascot. You won’t find a short-priced jolly in here, and hopefully a couple can land at decent odds. EPA Callum Calls It Mirage Dancer – Hardwicke Sir Michael Stoute has made arguably his best ever start to a season this campaign […]
CHELSEA’S summer is still in limbo after Maurizio Sarri departed for Juventus. The West Londoners are under a transfer ban for at least this window, but have hired Petr Cech as sporting director to lay the foundations for when they can sign players again. Follow all of the Blues transfer news, gossip and updates below…
BAGHDAD (7-2f) was just too strong under Ryan Moore as he landed his second King George V Stakes on the bounce. The consistent colt narrowly held off the flying challenge of Ben Vrackie in a thriller. It had to go to the judge, but in the end the margin of victory was just enough to crown Mark […]
THE Placepot can be one of the best bets to have at Royal Ascot – and we’re here to make sure it’s a winning one this year! The Sun Racing team have put together their selections for each day’s Placepot. So here we go for Saturday… EPA Race 1 – Chesham Stakes 2.30pm Pinatubo This […]
THE SIMS 4’s latest expansion pack, Island Living, is out now. It opens up a whole new world – the Pacific island paradise of Sulani – complete with sandy beaches to play on and, for the first time, an ocean to swim in. There are also canoes, jetskis and other boats for those who want […]
THE Wokingham Stakes is an absolute cavalry charge, but who will our top tipsters be backing? With tips from our very own Templegate, Matt Chapman and the latest race trends, we’ve got the all-important views on each race right here. PA:Press Association Who is running in the Wokingham Stakes? What are the top tips for […]
SATURDAY’S Royal Ascot action continues with the Jersey Stakes, but who will our top tipsters be backing? With tips from our very own Templegate, Matt Chapman and the latest race trends, we’ve got the all-important views on each race right here. Alamy Live News Who is running in the Jersey Stakes? What are the top […]
4.20 DIAMOND JUBILEE STAKES A distance win is important Five-year-olds and younger do well A previous Group-race win is a plus Royal Ascot experience is a bonus Getty Images - Getty FIRST thing is to eliminate any horses aged six or older as that’s been a killer stat in this Group 1 sprint. That spells […]
3.05 JERSEY STAKES Must have run already this season Ideally run at least four times in their career Look for distance winners Winning at least a Listed race before is a plus Must have been placed last time Reuters THE need to have been placed last time out spells bad news for Air Hair Lair, […]
LE BRIVIDO is a sparkling bet in the Diamond Jubilee. He’s spent much of his career running over further but the drop to 6f could just do the trick. His fifth in Tuesday’s Queen Anne was full of promise as his stamina clearly ran out in the closing stages. It wouldn’t be the first time […]
THE Diamond Jubilee Stakes is the final Group 1 contest of Royal Ascot, but who will our top tipsters be backing? With tips from our very own Templegate, Matt Chapman and the latest race trends, we’ve got the all-important views on each race right here. PA:Press Association Who is running in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes? […]
ROGER VARIAN’s Cape Byron heads the market for a competitive renewal of the Wokingham Stakes. This race is always a thriller and this year promises to be no different. PA:Press Association Full field for the 2019 Wokingham Stakes: How can I watch the race? The race will be shown live on ITV at 5.00pm this […]
