It’s a victory for me … emotional Adam Peaty wins Olympic silver medal

July 28, 2024 An emotional Adam Peaty admitted his Paris 2024 Olympic Games silver medal was a ‘victory for him’ after he was denied a historic treble by the narrowest of margins. Peaty was bidding to become the first person to win the Men’s 100m Breaststroke title for a third consecutive Games but was touched out for the gold by …

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Coaching legend John Anderson dies aged 92

Anderson guided world 5000m record-breaker Dave Moorcroft plus Sheila Carey, Liz McColgan, John Graham, Judy Simpson and many more during a stellar career For many, John Anderson’s booming voice is synonymous with the original Gladiators. As the referee on the iconic television programme his catchphrase “Contender ready! Gladiator ready!” made him a household name in the 1990s. Yet Anderson, who …

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‘The whole town is mourning’

Golan Heights strike: ‘There was a siren, but no-one had time to react’ The scene around the football pitch here in Majdal Shams, where 12 children and young people died on Saturday, is quiet and deeply sombre. There are plenty of people here – local Druze elders in their distinctive red and white turbans and baggy trousers, military officials, visiting …

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Longford’s Luke Byrne aiming to get his pro boxing dreams back on track

Longford boxer Luke Byrne is returning to the ring next month, as he bids to win a heavyweight title.27 year old Luke’s ambition is to get into the professional ranks. A win in this title fight in Belfast would greatly boost his chances of that. Luke’s bout will be against Belfast fighter Fra Lavery in the Clayton Hotel, Belfast on …

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Why the Golan Heights is a Middle East flashpoint | World News

A rocket attack on a football pitch in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights that killed at least 12 young people has sparked fears of a wider regional Middle East conflict. Israel has retaliated against Lebanon-based Hezbollah, which it accused of carrying out the strike, while the Iran-backed militant group has denied any responsibility. Middle East latest:’All-out war nearing’, Israeli minister says …

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Andy Murray: Epic rivalries with Federer, Djokovic, Nadal & more | ATP Tour

Player Features Andy Murray: Epic rivalries with Federer, Djokovic, Nadal & more Looking back at Murray’s memorable Lexus ATP Head2Head series July 28, 2024 Getty Images Andy Murray with great rivals Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic at the 2022 Laver Cup. By Arthur Kapetanakis Across his iconic career, Andy Murray grew from a boisterous, rising Scottish star to …

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How did Armagh get to the All-Ireland final against Galway? – The Irish News

ARMAGH have had a roller-coaster of a season so far, but the journey has mostly been ups, with the occasional setback. Before the Championship, Armagh were hurting after losing to Ulster rivals Donegal in the Division Two league final by one point after a stellar League campaign in which they went unbeaten. Despite this loss, the Orchard regained their place …

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