Article Listing for October 2011
31/10/2011
Andy Murray begins his bid to win a fourth successive event as he prepares to face Robin Haase at the Swiss Indoor Tournament in Basle.
The world number three will be seeking to brush aside the Dutchman in a tournament that he decided to play...
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31/10/2011
Fans enjoying Premier League hospitality at Tottenham games are getting to see performances worthy of the legendary Dave Mackay when Scott Parker plays, according to manager Harry Redknapp.
The...
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27/10/2011
The Rose Bowl near Southampton is poised to host the most spectacular fireworks display on the south coast this November.
On November 4th the ground will play...
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27/10/2011
Luis Suarez was praised by Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish after the Uruguayan scored twice to send his team into the Carling Cup quarter finals last night at the expense of Stoke City.
The home side had led 1-0 at half-time and looked on course...
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26/10/2011
Arsene Wenger has hailed the scoring contribution of new South Korean signing Ju Young Park in the 2-1 Carling Cup win over Bolton Wanderers last night (October 25th).
Having backed his new forward to win over the fans before the match, the Frenchman...
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25/10/2011
Manchester United were given a much-needed boost after their derby dismay by striker Javier Hernandez, who has signed a new five-year deal.
The Mexican has scored 23 times in his 55 appearances to date, becoming a crowd favourite but also attracting...
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24/10/2011
England are officially the best T20 team in world cricket, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has said.
The ICC has launched its official rankings for the game's shortest format and has conformed the World T20 champions are also the...
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21/10/2011
Anne Keothavong has progressed to the last four of the Luxembourg Open as she swept aside Dutch qualifier Bibiane Schoofs in their quarter-final tie.
The Londoner offered another reason for tennis fans who may enjoy Wimbledon...
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21/10/2011
Wales missed out on third place at the Rugby World Cup after a series of missed kicking opportunities brought about a narrow defeat against Australia.
The Welsh missed eight possible points with the boot as they succumbed to a 21-18 defeat to...
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21/10/2011
England one-day cricket captain Alastair Cook said the side let itself down in the field against India in the third one-day international in Mohali as they failed to defend a target of 299.
Crucial catches and a missed stumping were features...
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20/10/2011
Stuart Pearce has appealed to the Welsh and Scottish FAs to make their players available for the Olympic football tournament next year.
Those enjoying corporate hospitality at the 2012...
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20/10/2011
Fernando Torres has got back among the goals as Chelsea equalled their record scoreline in the Champions League with a 5-0 thumping of Belgian side Genk last night (October 19th).
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19/10/2011
Wales centre Jamie Roberts has been hailed as the "player of the tournament" at this year's Rugby World Cup - by one of Friday's opponents in the third place play-off match.
Aussie Adam Ashley-Cooper added: "He has had...
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19/10/2011
Those keen on enjoying Premier League hospitality at Old Trafford in this Sunday's Manchester Derby (October 23rd) will be doing so with both clubs on a high after registering their...
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18/10/2011
Martin Johnson will decide to leave his post as England's rugby coach, former captain Will Carling has predicted.
Discussing England's Rugby World Cup performance and its potential consequences, Carling told BBC Sport: "It's...
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18/10/2011
Alastair Cook's duck heralded another bad day for England's one-day side as they lost the second one-day international against India in Delhi by eight wickets.
The skipper and fellow opener Craig Kieswetter both fell for ducks...
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17/10/2011
Lewis Hamilton put his recent troubles behind him with a much-improved performance in the Korean Grand Prix, but was beaten into second by world champion Sebastian Vettel.
The German showed no sign of losing his hunger for glory despite...
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17/10/2011
There was deep disappointment for Wales after their narrow and controversial Rugby World Cup semi final defeat against France - but also optimism for the future.
Following the 9-8 loss, coach Warren Gatland spoke of his pride at the team's...
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14/10/2011
Andy Murray has moved nearer to a hat-trick of trophies in Asia as he eased into the semi-finals of the Shanghai Open with a victory over Australian Matthew Ebden.
The Scot beat his little-known opponent 6-3, 6-2, with two breaks of serve in...
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14/10/2011
Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic must make his own decision over his fitness for the crunch Premier League game at Anfield tomorrow (October 15th), manager Sir Alex Ferguson has...
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13/10/2011
Russian midfielder Andrei Arshavin has told Arsenal fans they have a right to expect better from him.
The former Zenit St Petersburg player told the club website: "They should...
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13/10/2011
Manchester City forward Carlos Tevez has a case to answer in relation to his alleged refusal to take the field in the Champions League match against Bayern Munich earlier this month, a club statement has said.
The Argentine has claimed he did...
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13/10/2011
The inclusion of James Hook at fly-half is the sole change Wales have made ahead of their Rugby World Cup semi-final clash against France on Saturday (October 15th).
Hook...
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12/10/2011
The threat of top male players missing tennis tournaments like the 2012 AEGON Championships has receded after Andy Murray said strike action was unlikely.
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11/10/2011
Sir Alex Ferguson has defended Wayne Rooney over the Manchester United striker's red card for England in Montenegro, as attention turns back to the domestic scene and the upcoming game against Liverpool.
Fans enjoying Premier League hospitality...
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11/10/2011
The Decision Review System (DRS) used in international cricket may not be seen at Lords next year, should the West Indian or South African boards decide they do not wish...
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10/10/2011
Jenson Button was all smiles after winning the Japanese Formula One Grand Prix in Suzuka yesterday (October 9th), even though his slim title hopes were finally extinguished.
The McClaren driver - who signed a new contract with the team...
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10/10/2011
Manchester United midfielder Tom Cleverley has signed a new four-year contract, ensuring those enjoying Premier League hospitality at Old Trafford can see him in action until at least...
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10/10/2011
The England team is heading home from the Rugby World Cup after a 19-12 quarter final defeat against France, with one of its key players saying lessons need to be learned.
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07/10/2011
Those experiencing Premier League hospitality at Arsenal games may not have enjoyed everything they have seen on the pitch this season, but youngster Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain may have...
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06/10/2011
England cricketer Monty Panesar has said he hopes to get back in England's Test team as well as continuing to perform well for his county, after signing a new three-year extension to his Sussex contract.
Luton-born Panesar, the first Sikh...
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06/10/2011
Phil Jones could be about to make his debut for England in the crucial European Championship qualifier in Montenegro tomorrow (October 7th).
Coach Fabio Capello is said to be considering a starting role for the Manchester...
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06/10/2011
Those taking advantage of Premier League hospitality at Stamford Bridge may see Andres Villas-Boas remain as Chelsea manager for up to 15 years.
That is according to club chairman...
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05/10/2011
Jensen Button has signed a new contract with the McClaren Mercedes Formula One team that ensures he will be driving their cars in the next few British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
The...
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05/10/2011
Sir Ian Botham has paid tribute to former England fast bowler Graham Dilley, who has died at the age of 52 after a short illness.
Dilley took 138 Test wickets but was perhaps best known for his innings of 56 as he shared a 117-run partnership...
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04/10/2011
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has declared he is not surprised by the strong start Manchester City have made to the Premier League season.
The two local rivals are neck-and-neck at the top of the table and football lovers can see them...
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04/10/2011
Blackburn Rovers boss Steve Kean has received the backing of former Ewood Park favourite Alan Shearer, amid growing pressure from unhappy fans calling for the Glaswegian to be...
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03/10/2011
Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas has said his team and the Manchester duo could bring about the "tightest ever" race for the title, something those enjoying Premier League hopistality at Stamford...
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03/10/2011
Scotland coach Andy Robinson has spoken optimistically about the side's development despite the team exiting the Rugby World Cup at the pool stage.
The Scots were knocked...
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