FRANCE players' Wags and families were in party mood as they arrived at the Elysee Palace in Paris ahead of the team's official reception after winning the World Cup.Ready to greet a jubilant squad, who had just paraded through the Parisian streets in front of hundreds of thousands of adoring fans, the players' loved ones were met by President Emmanuel Macron at his official residence.12 Erika Choperena, wife of striker
BRAZILIAN superstar Neymar's diving antics have been mocked in a pair of hilarious online games.The Paris Saint-Germain forward raised eyebrows with his outrageous theatrics at the World Cup.5 Neymar was ridiculed on social media for his theatrics during Brazil's World Cup campaignCredit: GettyBefore Brazil crashed out of the World Cup at the hands of Belgium, the 26-year-old had spent 14 minutes on the floor – sparking memes and online challenges
Last week, the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Yankees in five games in one of the best World Series in modern history. Now that the hoopla has died down, let’s hear from two Dodger fans with their reaction to the Dodgers winning the 2024 World Series. Bat Flips & Nerds Dodgers contributor Freddie Law-Keen shares his thoughts after we first hear from Dodging Sleep podcast co-host Ian Blease.
Mark Stevenson Announced as Finalist for Talent Development Coach of the Year at the 2024 UK Coaching Awards basketballscotland is delighted that Mark Stevenson, Scotland coach and a leading figure in wheelchair basketball in Great Britain, has been named as a finalist for Talent Development Coach of the Year at the 2024 UK Coaching Awards. This honour celebrates Mark’s exceptional contributions to the sport of wheelchair basketball and his dedication
basketballscotland and the Caledonia Gladiators are excited to announce a partnership aimed at expanding the sport of basketball across Scotland and creating new pathways for talented athletes, coaches and officials. This collaboration will help provide Scottish players with opportunities to progress towards the professional game while allowing further development for coaches and officials. A key element of the partnership will be future events and initiatives designed to continuously support the
Paul Waring saw his comfortable overnight lead cut to a single shot heading into the final round of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. The Englishman started the day five clear, but a one-over 73 left the door ajar for the chasing pack. Waring’s 18-under-par total leaves him one clear of Niklas Nørgaard, with Tommy Fleetwood, Shane Lowry, Thorbjørn Olesen and Sebastian Söderberg tied for third on 15 under. Waring found
Are you itching for your next outdoor adventure? Whether you’re a seasoned camper van traveller, a passionate wild swimmer, or just someone who loves spending time in nature, there’s one piece of kit that could make your experience infinitely better: the Dryrobe. This cleverly designed changing robe has become a staple for outdoor enthusiasts across the UK, helping you stay warm, dry, and comfortable no matter where your adventures take
After 15 years of bringing motorsport coverage to our dedicated readers, it is with a heavy heart that I must announce the closure of TheCheckeredFlag.co.uk. This decision hasn’t been made lightly. The motorsport media landscape has changed dramatically since our inception in 2009. What was once a relatively modest space has become increasingly crowded, with numerous outlets competing for attention in an oversaturated market. While competition can be healthy, the
After twenty-five years, Irwindale Speedway & Event Center will close its doors for good. A final event, called the Farewell Extravaganza, will be held on 21 December. Although popular, the track’s fate had been murky since its previous owners filed for bankruptcy in 2012. It resumed operations a year later before rumours about demolition came about in 2015. Another ownership change eventually kept it open under the leadership of Irwindale
Wouter-jan Van Dijk stole the show at the 2023 Baja 1000 when he completed the full race distance on his own, with a motorcycle that barely passed SCORE International inspection, and was basically falling apart at the seams and held together by zip ties. One year later, he’ll certainly hope his second start goes a little smoother but is up for the adventure. The 2023 1000 marked Van Dijk’s first
