May 6th, 2020
Lockdown world titles but definitely no comeback for Mardle
It’s been busy in lockdown for Sky Sports’ Wayne Mardle, he has claimed a maiden world (walk-on) title and been forced to play down talk of a comeback.
Earthlight return delayed
Earthlight was a notable defector at the latest forfeit stage for the Prix de Fontainebleau at ParisLongchamp on Monday.
Hussain: ’05 England wouldn’t be bullied
With Sky Sports Cricket broadcasting the Edgbaston Test from the 2005 Ashes in full from Thursday, Nasser Hussain – who will be part of a watchalong for the Test’s thrilling conclusion on Sunday from 12pm – recalls his memories leading into that second Test of the series…
Turkish FA confident of staging CL final
The head of the Turkish FA is confident the country will be able to host the Champions League final in August.
Purslow: PL relegation a £200m catastrophe
Aston Villa chief executive Christian Purslow has voiced his opposition to the use of neutral grounds to complete the Premier League season.
Coronavirus and sport: LMA chief warns clubs need to back neutral venues
The 2019-20 Premier League season could be cancelled if clubs do not agree to play in neutral venues, says LMA chief executive Richard Bevan.
Coronavirus: The key questions answered about sport’s £700m ‘hole’
The coronavirus pandemic could cost cricket, football and rugby union almost £700m combined in the UK, leading figures have said.
Coronavirus and sport: Tennis bodies set up fund to support players
Tennis’ governing bodies confirm the creation of a Player Relief programme to support those worst affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Dom Bess on England, the Ashes, spin bowling and his fondness for ‘the chat’
Dom Bess talks about England, the Ashes and why he looks up to Australia’s Nathan Lyon.
Formula 1 bosses make final budget offer to teams
Formula 1 bosses have made a final offer to teams of a sliding scale budget cap reducing from $145m to $130m over the next three years.