February, 2023
‘What soldier would follow these orders?’ – Amosov using sport to fight Russia
As bombs fell, Yaroslav Amosov hid his prized belt in a basement. He thought the war meant the end of his fighting career – instead, it is the reason for his return.
Summanen banned for two matches for ‘deception’ in Toone incident
The FA have suspended Tottenham’s Eveliina Summanen for two matches following deception for Man Utd’s Ella Toone’s red card incident earlier this month. Toone has already had her red card rescinded.
Button predicts different Hamilton-Russell battle | ‘Lewis will start flat out’
Jenson Button expects Lewis Hamilton to put pressure on Mercedes team-mate George Russell by starting the 2023 Formula 1 season “flat out”.
Rachael Blackmore’s National hero Minella Times retired
Minella Times – the horse Rachael Blackmore created history with when becoming the first woman to ride the winner of the Grand National – has been retired following a setback.
Gracia arrives for talks as Leeds close in
Tim Thornton provides an update on Leeds’ search for a new head coach. Former Watford manager Javi Gracia appears to be closing in on the position as he arrived for talks with the club.
Free agent guard Beverley finalising deal with Bulls
Free agent guard Patrick Beverley is finalising a deal with the Chicago Bulls.
Leeds target Gracia at Elland Road, plus Champions League build-up
Reaction to the expected appointment of Javi Gracia as Leeds boss, build-up to the midweek Champions League games as Liverpool host Real Madrid, plus the latest transfer news.
Jackson leads tributes to ‘inspiration’ Foster
Tributes are paid to former world champion hurdler and Olympic medallist Greg Foster who has died aged 64.
Grosjean’s burnt-out F1 car to go on show
The burnt-out shell of a Formula 1 car that saved Romain Grosjean’s life in his fiery crash at the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix is to go on show.
Leeds set to appoint ex-Watford boss Gracia
Former Watford boss Javi Gracia is set to be named the manager of Leeds United, ending the club’s search for Jesse Marsch’s successor.