May 5th, 2020
Evra: Sir Alex went for Bale and Ronaldo before retiring
Sir Alex Ferguson was plotting a double swoop for Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale shortly before his retirement in 2013, according to former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra.
Last Dance: ‘Be Like Mike’ a huge cross to bear
Broadcaster and NBA diehard Mark Webster reveals what he learned from the latest episodes of The Last Dance.
Merkel to announce Bundesliga return date on Wednesday
The Bundesliga could be given the green light for a return on Wednesday with Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel set to announce a start date.
Hearn’s ‘big hope’ for darts return
PDC and WST chairman Barry Hearn says there is a ‘big hope’ for darts and snooker to return so long as they adhere to social distancing rules.
Lambo: Safety needs to come first in NFL
Safety is paramount in the eyes of Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Josh Lambo as the NFL continues to plan for the 2020 season.
Premier League: Under 45-minute halves an option, says PFA chief Gordon Taylor
Professional Footballers’ Association chief executive Gordon Taylor says halves of less than 45 minutes are being considered when football resumes.
Rick Parry: English Football League clubs face ‘£200m hole’ by September
English Football League chairman Rick Parry says the season needs to be concluded before 31 July and that clubs face a “£200m hole”.
All Blacks: Flanker Sam Cane named New Zealand captain
Flanker Sam Cane is the new captain of the All Blacks, following Kieran Read’s retirement after the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Cancelled autumn Tests would cost RFU £107m in revenue
The RFU will be hit with revenue losses of £107m if the 2020 autumn internationals are cancelled, chief executive Bill Sweeney says.
Chinese swimmer Sun Yang appeals to Swiss court against eight-year ban
China’s three-time Olympic champion Sun Yang appeals to Switzerland’s highest court against his eight-year ban for missing a doping test.