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Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news PA SPORT BIRTHDAYS Pirmin Zurbriggen (skiing) – Swiss former Olympic and world champion, born 1963. Kevin Campbell (soccer) – former Arsenal and Everton striker, born 1970. Bobbie Goulding (rugby league) – former Wigan, Widnes, St Helens and Great Britain half-back, born 1972. Oscar De La Hoya (boxing) – 10-time world champion at six weights, born 1973. Recommended Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Lee Pearson (Para equestrian) – 14-time Paralympic gold medallist for Great Britain, born 1974. Mahmudullah (cricket) – Bangladesh all-rounder, born 1986. Lucie Safarova (tennis) – Czech who reached the Wimbledon semi-finals in 2014 and the French Open final the following year, born 1987. … [Read more...] about PA sport trivia (04/02/23)

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has teased a possible bid to host another Olympics in the capital. He spoke on the prospect of London welcoming the world for a fortnight of sporting brilliance once again in 2040, less than 30 years after the success of 2012. "We're working with colleagues to get a bid explored. 2032 and 2036 are a done deal,” the mayor told MyLondon . “The attraction of a deal for 2040 for London is it would be the greenest Olympics ever - watch this space." London 2012 was received incredibly well as thousands of fans from around the world descended on English shores for the showpiece event. Plenty of new champions were crowned while megastars cemented their legacy as the greatest in their respective sports. The Mayor of London believes a potential Olympic Games could help to address some of London's long-term transport and infrastructure issues, just like London 2012, which saw big developments in the East London town of Stratford. Khan previously … [Read more...] about Sadiq Khan teases exciting 2040 London Olympics bid as he bigs up “greenest Games ever”

Arjun Rampal recently went to his son Arik’s school for his Sports Day. His son bagged a prize too. Rampal’s girlfriend Gabriella, and his daughters Mahikaa and Myra also came to cheer the little one. Sharing a bundle of happy moments from their family day out, Arjun wrote, “Family day out, #Ariks sports day. Makes it on the victory stand. #proudfamily #littlebopeep.” In the pictures, Gabriella, Arjun and daughters Mahikaa and Myra wore their brightest smiles for a selfie. In another photo, Arik was seen standing at the victory stand as he stood third. Arik is the son of Arjun and Gabriella. While, Mahikaa and Myra are Arjun’s children with his former wife Mehr Jesia. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arjun Rampal (@rampal72) Arjun is often seen jetting out for family vacays with all of his kids. He is a doting father, and never shies away from showering love on them. Be it birthdays, or their … [Read more...] about Arjun Rampal Attends Son Arik’s Sports Day With Girlfriend Gabriella

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Jamie Ritchie insists Scotland are searching for the elusive consistency that has prevented them from challenging for the Six Nations title in recent seasons. Gregor Townsend ’s men opened the 2021 and 2022 tournaments with important wins against England , sparking a wave of optimism over their chances of lifting the crown for the first time since 1999. Two years ago they also toppled France in Paris, proving their finest moments were not saved for the Auld Enemy alone, but they have been repeatedly thwarted when attempting to string big wins together. It is a shortcoming that stalks their entry into the 2023 Six Nations and Ritchie, who leads the side in the Championship for the first time against England on Saturday, knows what is required. “A good Six Nations for us would look like five … [Read more...] about Jamie Ritchie believes Scotland consistency key to Six Nations challenge

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Rafael Nadal: "I have an idea for a new movie - there's something about Murray" Congratulations to JJ Lenton for the winning caption, above. Just for your information, here's the real caption: Actor Ben Stiller comes out to play with Rafael Nadal of Spain at the BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden in New York City. (Mike Stobe/Getty Images for StarGames) Click here to see last week's caption competition … [Read more...] about You Write the Caption – 08/03/13

New mom Alia Bhatt is undoubtedly one of the most fashionable actresses who never fails to leave fans impressed each time she drops pictures online or makes a public appearance. On Friday night too, Alia was snapped as she arrived at Karan Johar’s residence. Although the actress did not pose for the paparazzi, a video captured from distance showed Alia sporting neon shirt. Soon after the video was shared online, several fans took to the comment section to shower love on their favourite actress. The comment section of the video is flooded with red heart and heart-eye emojis. Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by @varindertchawla Even though the reason for Alia’s visit to Karan Johar’s residence is still not known, it may be regarding KJo’s upcoming movie Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. Starring Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh in the lead, the film was originally supposed to release in … [Read more...] about Alia Bhatt Sports Neon Shirt As She Gets Snapped At Karan Johar’s Residence; Is This For RRKPK?

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails JD Sports has outlined ambitious growth plans to open up to 350 shops globally each year. The sports fashion retailer’s recently-appointed boss, Regis Schultz, said it expects to generate £1 billion in cash each year as he outlined the firm’s latest strategy. Mr Schultz, who took over as chief executive officer last August following the departure of Peter Cowgill , said it would continue to invest in the UK but that new openings would be focused on North America and continental Europe . “In the UK, we will continue to strong stores and expand into significantly bigger sites,” the boss said. Recommended Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live “There will be attention on under penetrated … [Read more...] about JD Sports to open 350 new shops globally each year in ambitious expansion

The world-famous tennis tournament, Wimbledon, takes place between June and July. Past winners include Venus and Serena Williams , Billie Jean King, Maria Sharapova, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. This year's games are taking place from June 20 through July 10, 2022. From the Duchess of Cambridge to Kendall Jenner, many members of the Royal Family and other famous faces take the opportunity to show off their summer styles at the famous tennis match. Newsweek takes a look back at some of the fashion that has been worn to the tennis tournament over the years. Top Wimbledon Looks Meghan Markle The Duchess of Sussex is no stranger to Wimbledon. Pictured above, Markle is seen at game 12 of the championships in 2018 wearing a blue and white striped shirt with cream-colored pants, a black handbag and sunglasses. Kendall Jenner Supermodel Kendall Jenner sported a pair of white sneakers and shorts and a bag to match at the Men's Final Day at the Wimbledon Tennis … [Read more...] about Wimbledon Fashion: What the Royals, Actors Wear to the Tennis Tournament

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 8 MARSEILLE, France (AP) — The Olympic flame is going for a sail. Instead of arriving overland, the symbolic flame alighting the 2024 Paris Games will take to the seas from its birthplace in Greece, arriving aboard a three-masted tall ship in the French port of Marseille. Paris organizers announced the flame’s journey on Friday at City Hall in Marseille, a former Greek colony founded 2,600 years ago. According to tradition, the flame will be lit by the sun’s rays at a ceremony in Ancient Olympia. Then it will be carried by the Olympic torch to Athens and across the Mediterranean to the famed Old Port of Marseille, where the flame will be greeted by an armada of boats along the French coastline, organizers said. It will travel to the Marseille marina -- where Olympic sailing competitions will be based -- and the Marseille stadium hosting Olympic … [Read more...] about Olympic flame to take seaborne journey to 2024 Paris Games

Estonia could boycott Paris Olympics next year if Russian and Belarusian athletes are not removed from the competition, Prime Minister Kaja Kallas said on Friday. Her comment follows the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) announcement last week that athletes from the two countries, banned from competitions in Europe, might be allowed to earn slots for the Olympics by qualifying through Asian events. However, the IOC later said it was standing by sanctions imposed against Russia and Belarus. “Our efforts should be on convincing other friends and allies that participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes is just wrong. Boycotting is the next step," Kallas said after meeting her Latvian and Lithuanian counterparties in Tallinn. Baltic and Polish sports ministers have also called on international sports bodies for a similar ban amid a war in Ukraine, while Latvia and Kyiv have threatened to boycott the games. Also Read: Bale Impresses on PGA Tour Debut at Pebble Beach … [Read more...] about Estonia Has Threatened it Will Boycott Paris Games if Russian, Belarusian Athletes Are Allowed