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Williams Retains Sargeant For 2024 F1 Season
22-year-old Logan Sargeant will continue to race in Formula 1 in 2024 for the Williams team, which means that the whole grid of 20 drivers will remain unchanged for at least the start of next season.
The Williams team principal James Vowles (L) congratulates Logan Sargeant
IOC Mourns Loss Of IOC Honour Member Henry Kissinger
Henry Kissinger
It is with the deepest regret that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has learnt of the passing of IOC Honour Member Henry Kissinger at the age of 100. A long-time friend of the Olympic Movement and sports enthusiast, Mr Kissinger played a crucial role in proposing wide-ranging reforms to the IOC as a member of the Executive Committee of the IOC 2000 Commission.
7:07 PM 30th November 2023
Alistair Brownlee MBE Becomes Official Sport Ambassador To The 2024 UK Corporate Games In Leeds
Two-time Olympic Triathlon Champion Alistair Brownlee MBE has today become the Official Sport Ambassador to the 2024 UK Corporate Games that will be taking place in Leeds. The UK Corporate Games, which has been running since 1993, is ranked as the most comprehensive multi-sport event in this country.
3:05 PM 29th November 2023
Mighty Max Eases To Victory In Abu Dhabi
Graham Read
Formula 1 Correspondent
Max Verstappen was quietly thrilled to finish an amazing year in style
After all the glitz, glamour, early controversy, and then the thrilling racing that encapsulated Formula 1’s return to Las Vegas just days ago as Red Bull passed Mercedes’ 2016 record for the most wins in a season, the current campaign concluded today with the now-traditional finale in Abu Dhabi.
5:03 PM 26th November 2023
Wainwright: ‘You’ll See The Best Of Me Against Lammouz’
Sheffield’s Keanen Wainwright believes that Haithem Laamouz will bring out the best in him, as they prepare to go head-to-head for the Commonwealth Silver Lightweight Title on December 2nd. The pair will headline at the Hotel Intercontinental, St Julians, in Malta with the main bout and undercard broadcast LIVE/FREE on Fightzone. Laamouz brings all the experience.
1:00 AM 25th November 2023
Football Star In The Making Meets Her Hull City Ladies Heroine
She's already netted 150 goals in her short career, but Olivia Buckle, 8, has never been happier than when she met her football heroine, Katie Thompson, last week. Hull City Ladies star striker Katie presented Olivia with a specially signed shirt after the Cottingham youngster was fortunate enough to win a competition giveaway arranged by local health group NLG.
5:00 PM 22nd November 2023
Verstappen Wins The Jackpot After Las Vegas Thriller
History was made this weekend when, for the first time ever, Formula 1 cars raced along the world-famous Strip in America’s Las Vegas, and, after a gripping late-night encounter on a new temporary street circuit that even featured some casino-themed kerbs, it was Red Bull’s Max Verstappen who had to work hard to claim the victory spoils.
11:15 AM 19th November 2023
Saudi Arabia Set To Host 2034 World Cup
The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) appears likely to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup after the only likely alternative, Australia, declined to bid. This will be the second time that the Middle East has hosted the tournament, following last year’s 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
1:00 AM 6th November 2023
Verstappen Twice Leads Norris To The Flag In Brazil
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and McLaren’s Lando Norris proved to be the class acts in São Paulo, Brazil, this weekend, as the Dutch ace won yesterday’s Sprint race and today’s Grand Prix, with the British driver very much the best of the rest on both occasions.
8:40 PM 5th November 2023
Nearly 200 Leisure Centres Supported By Swimming Pool Support Fund
Mark Foster and Stuart Andrew
Swimming pools and leisure centres across England have today received a share of £20 million central Government funding to keep them afloat in response to increased operating costs.
11:12 AM 4th November 2023
Rowan Campbell-Pilling First Driver Announced For 2024 Rokit British F4 Campaign
Rowan Campbell-Pilling has signed with Argenti Motorsport for the 2024 ROKiT F4 British Championship certified by the FIA and is the first driver to announce their spot on the grid. The 16-year-old from Sheffield will join the grid for his all important move into single seaters for the 2024 season.
1:00 AM 4th November 2023
British Tennis Watch – October
Mark Gregory
Correspondent
Mingge Xu – Age 16 – Current WR: 1228th – Career High: 1033rd. All images from WikiMedia
In this long-running series of articles, we will be reviewing some of the action in the world of British tennis, from Grand Slams to Juniors. We are covering the action monthly, and highlighting a selection of players who have won titles or made noteworthy performances for that month.
9:01 AM 31st October 2023
Impact Wrestling Returned To The North Of England
Thomas Feaheny
Sport Correspondent
IMPACT Wrestling returned to the North of England for their major shows in the UK for the first time in nearly eight years. The event in Newcastle saw TURNING POINT recorded, in what was a filled to capacity venue, with a great atmosphere throughout the event.
2:04 PM 30th October 2023
Verstappen In A Class Of His Own In Mexico
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen simply dominated the red flag interrupted Mexican Grand Prix today, setting a new record of 16 victories in a season, whilst there was heartache for his team-mate and local hero Sergio Pérez who crashed out on the opening lap.
11:15 PM 29th October 2023
Can You Spot The Golden Ball Hidden In The Champions League Themed Scene?
With the 2023/24 Champions League hitting the halfway point for group stages, many fans will be excited to see how the likes of Man City, Man United, Newcastle and Arsenal will continue performing to score a place in the finals.
12:11 PM 28th October 2023
Braithwaite Does It!
Fight Academy’s Marcel Braithwaite is looking for even bigger fights after writing himself into the history books by becoming the new British Super Flyweight Champion.
1:00 AM 28th October 2023
Women’s Crew Taking On The World’s Toughest Row – Atlantic 2023
Yorkshire-based communications and PR agency, Counter Context, is backing team Ace of Blades – a crew of four women who, on 12 December 2023, will embark on an epic journey to row 3,000 miles unassisted across the Atlantic in a 25-ft boat.
3:51 PM 26th October 2023
Do You Have What It Takes To Solve This Rugby World Cup Brainteaser?
The Rugby World Cup final is set to take place this Saturday (Oct 28) with New Zealand taking on South Africa. With the Rugby World Cup wrapping up after seven weeks, we will see two titans of the sport playing for victory on the October 28th - the world will be watching to see which nation will finally claim the Webb Ellis Cup.
1:00 PM 26th October 2023
Hamilton And Leclerc Disqualified From US Grand Prix
Graham Read
Formula 1 Correspondent
Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes was one of two cars disqualified after failing post race checks
There was a dramatic turn of events long after the chequered flag had flown at the end of yesterday’s United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Texas when Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc were disqualified when standard post race checks showed their cars had breached the technical regulations.
5:41 AM 23rd October 2023
Verstappen Flies To Sprint And Grand Prix Wins In Texas
Graham Read
Formula 1 Correspondent
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen was again on top form
This year’s Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen continued his rich vein of form at the Circuit of the Americas in Texas this weekend by taking victories in both yesterday’s Sprint race and today’s Grand Prix, notching up a career tally of 50 F1 wins despite only being 26 years old.
11:50 PM 22nd October 2023
You've Been Pronouncing These England Rugby Players' Names Wrong
Image by Michael Christen from Pixabay
England Rugby has a rich and storied history, with a long line of legendary players who have donned the iconic white jersey. While fans worldwide passionately support their favourite players and teams, one aspect often overlooked is the correct pronunciation of players' names.
1:00 AM 21st October 2023
Exploring The Health Benefits Of Chocolate For Cyclists
For anyone with even a hint of a sweet tooth, chocolate is irresistible. However, the average chocolate bar is loaded with sugar and saturated fat, making it unhealthy. But opting for chocolate with high cocoa content and low sugar can be much better. Surprisingly, cocoa, the plant from which chocolate is made, is rich in antioxidants and other nutritional benefits.
1:00 AM 14th October 2023
Find Out More About Sheffield Boxer, Brendan Needham …
Fight Academy’s Brendan Needham gets his second pro-outing on Saturday October 14th, live on Fightzone. The 27-year-old – who debuted in May with a four rounds points win in Rotherham – will step into one of the most famous rings in the UK when he fights at London’s famous York Hall, on the undercard of Inder Bassi’s Southern Area Welterweight Title defence against Saqib Khan.
2:33 PM 13th October 2023
British Tennis Watch – September
In this long-running series of articles, we will be reviewing some of the action in the world of British tennis, from Grand Slams to Juniors. We are covering the action monthly, and highlighting a selection of players who have won titles or made noteworthy performances for that month.
8:14 AM 10th October 2023
Cheshire Coach 'Extremely Proud' As County Win Division Two Title
Cheshire were crowned Division Two champions at the GoCardless Swim England National County Team Championships 2023. The county who missed out on promotion by just 12 points in 2022 made sure they would be in the big time next year after taking the title with 478 points. Their total saw them finish 26 points ahead of Dorset who improved their score by 58 points from last year to finish second.
12:52 PM 9th October 2023
Max Verstappen Seals Third Title In Qatar
Graham Read
Formula 1 Correspondent
Max Verstappen enjoying that title winning feeling yesterday
After Formula 1’s latest longhaul trips to Singapore and Japan, this weekend’s visit to the Middle East felt much closer to home, with Qatar currently just two hours ahead of UK time, and following yesterday evening’s Sprint event Red Bull’s 26-year-old Max Verstappen became the World Champion for a third consecutive year.
8:36 PM 8th October 2023
BREAKING NEWS: Red Bull’s Max Verstappen Crowned World Champion In Qatar
Graham Read
Formula 1 Correspondent
Max Verstappen’s Red Bull car will again bear no1 next season
26-year-old Max Verstappen has this evening become the Formula 1 World Champion for a third year running following the Sprint race in Qatar. Full details and report to follow after tomorrow evening’s Qatar Grand Prix.
6:24 PM 7th October 2023
These Are The Most Popular Teams At The Rugby World Cup...
The All Blacks are the most popular rugby union team at the Rugby World Cup, according to a study that ranked the teams’ popularity based off their combined social media followings; With a combined social media following of more than 4.3million, England are the second most popular team at the Rugby World Cup; South Africa, France and Ireland rounded off the top five.
11:20 AM 7th October 2023
Rugby World Cup 2023 - I Know ‘Cause I Was There
Ed Williams has been reporting for the Yorkshire Times, part of the p.ublished group of online newspapers, on his local club, Wharfedale RUFC. Today he becomes our international rugby correspondent and is in France for the Rugby World Cup 2023. Here is his latest report...
10:04 AM 25th September 2023
Rugby World Cup 2023 - The Morning Of The Big Day
Ed Williams has been reporting for the Yorkshire Times, part of the p.ublished group of online newspapers, on his local club, Wharfedale RUFC. Today he becomes our international rugby correspondent and is in France for the Rugby World Cup 2023. Here is his next report...
11:03 AM 24th September 2023
Verstappen Dominates In Japan
The reigning Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen was absolutely peerless throughout the Japanese Grand Prix weekend and today added a further victory to his CV while helping his Red Bull team seal this season’s Constructors’ Championship title.
10:35 AM 24th September 2023
Harry Redknapp Weighs In On Neil Warnock's Career After He Bids Farewell To Huddersfield Town
Harry Redknapp has described outgoing Huddersfield Town manager Neil Warnock as “a sensible football man who knows the game.” Speaking to GB News, the veteran coach also told how the old fashioned hairdryer treatment, which Warnock often handed out, is no longer acceptable in the game: “I think actually is (Warnock’s) age is going down every year.
12:50 PM 23rd September 2023
Rugby World Cup 2023 - Bravo L’Angleterre
Ed Williams has been reporting for the Yorkshire Times, part of the p.ublished group of online newspapers, on his local club, Wharfedale RUFC. Today he becomes our international rugby correspondent and is in France for the Rugby World Cup 2023. Here is another of his reports...
12:02 PM 18th September 2023
Sainz On Top In Singapore Thriller
Graham Read
Formula 1 Correspondent
F1 visits downtown Singapore
Today’s Singapore Grand Prix was initially the motor racing equivalent of a highly strategic chess match before it developed into an absolute thriller as Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz stayed calm to win for only the second time in Formula 1. Various subjects have made the F1 headlines during the two weeks since the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, so let’s briefly cover the main ones.
2:58 PM 17th September 2023
Rugby World Cup 2023 - It’s Nice In Nice
Ed Williams has been reporting for the Yorkshire Times, part of the p.ublished group of online newspapers, on his local club, Wharfedale RUFC. Today he becomes our international rugby correspondent and is in France for the Rugby World Cup 2023. Here is his next Welsh report...
12:37 PM 17th September 2023
Rugby World Cup 2023 - Sunday Night Fever
Ed Williams has been reporting for the Yorkshire Times, part of the p.ublished group of online newspapers, on his local club, Wharfedale RUFC. Today he becomes our international rugby correspondent and is in France for the Rugby World Cup 2023. Here is his next report...
7:15 PM 13th September 2023
IOC Invites Breakers, BMX Riders And Skaters To Show The World Their Skills In Street Challenge
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), with support from Worldwide Olympic Partner Samsung, has announced its new Let’s Move Street Challenge, a unique online competition inviting BMX, breaking and skateboarding enthusiasts to showcase their best sporting moves and creative talent.
12:43 PM 12th September 2023
G20 Leaders Look Forward To Paris 2024 “As A Symbol Of Peace” And “With Participation Of All”
The Heads of State and Heads of Government of the G20, who met in New Delhi, India, this weekend, declared their strong support for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024. The G20 Presidency is currently held by India with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
12:56 PM 11th September 2023
Rugby World Cup 2023 - Wales By A Whisker
Ed Williams has been reporting for the Yorkshire Times, part of the p.ublished group of online newspapers, on his local club, Wharfedale RUFC. Today he becomes our international rugby correspondent and is in France for the Rugby World Cup 2023. Here is his report on the first Welsh match...
11:03 AM 11th September 2023
Rugby World Cup 2023 - Bordeaux With Jubilant Irishmen
Ed Williams has been reporting for the Yorkshire Times, part of the p.ublished group of online newspapers, on his local club, Wharfedale RUFC. Today he becomes our international rugby correspondent and is in France for the Rugby World Cup 2023. Here is his second report...
12:05 PM 10th September 2023
The Rugby World Cup 2023
Ed Williams has been reporting for the Yorkshire Times, part of the p.ublished group of online newspapers, on his local club, Wharfedale RUFC. Today he becomes our international rugby correspondent and is in France for the Rugby World Cup 2023. Here is his first report...
5:00 PM 8th September 2023
Metro Bank & ECB Pledge To Treble Number Of Girls’ Cricket Teams By 2026
Image by OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay
Metro Bank and the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have pledged to treble the number of girls’ cricket teams in England and Wales. The two organisations will work together with the aim of transforming access to grassroots cricket by recruiting 6,000 volunteers to grow girls’ cricket so there are 2,000 clubs with a girls' sections and 6,000 girls' teams by 2026.
2:40 PM 7th September 2023
Match Report: Lymm 21 Wharfedale 22
Wharfedale RUFC 
photo by Ro Burridge
Bright sunshine greeted the faithful and the squad when they arrived in Cheshire for the match against newly promoted Lymm. There was a lot of sweat out on the pitch but thankfully no tears as Dale scored a converted try in the 80th minute to secure a narrow victory. The visitors should have done enough to win the game before then.
5:00 PM 3rd September 2023
Verstappen Makes F1 History With A 10th Consecutive Victory
Graham Read
Formula 1 Correspondent
The record-breaking Max Verstappen was peerless at Monza
Just a week after the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, which took place under a real mix of dry and wet conditions, the next race on the 2023 calendar was at Italy’s famous Monza circuit this afternoon, and it was Red Bull’s Max Verstappen who claimed the right to stand on the top step of the podium after a thrilling race at the Temple of Speed.
3:47 PM 3rd September 2023
British Tennis Watch – August
Mark Gregory
Correspondent
In this long-running series of articles, we will be reviewing some of the action in the world of British tennis, from Grand Slams to Juniors. In a change to our usual format, we will now be covering the action monthly, and highlighting a selection of players who have won titles or made noteworthy performances for that month.
1:00 AM 2nd September 2023
Cartmel Steward Says Goodbye After 60 Years
A much-loved steward who’s worked at Cartmel Racecourse for almost 60 years marked his retirement on Bank Holiday Monday. Richard Repton started his career litter-picking for pocket money aged 5, going on to sell racecards and doing other jobs before becoming a parking attendant and finally a steward, working in all areas of the course through rain and shine.
11:27 AM 1st September 2023
Verstappen Dominates Despite Dutch Deluges
Formula 1 leapt back into action this weekend at Zandvoort in the Netherlands after the four week summer break and, when the chequered flag was waved at the end of this afternoon’s at times very wet Dutch Grand Prix, it was Red Bull’s local hero Max Verstappen who thrilled the massed ranks of drenched home supporters by claiming the victory spoils with his 11th win of the season and his ninth in a…
4:51 PM 27th August 2023
Match Report: Bolton 0-4 Wigan
Out of nothing, a threatening, in-swinging corner by the visitors was met by Charlie Wyke in the area, and the Latics striker was able to place his header beyond the diving Nathan Baxter, handing Wigan the lead.
2:07 PM 21st August 2023
Match Report: Wharfedale 12-14 Chester
Pre-season friendlies don’t always feel like real games, but this one certainly did. Both sides showed enterprise, it was keenly fought, and the final score reflected a very close contest. Chester opened the scoring mid-way through the first half, with an intercept try to run in under the posts.
12:47 PM 21st August 2023
Searches For ‘Football Lessons’ Skyrocket After Lionesses Defeat Australian Hosts In FIFA Women's World Cup
New analysis has found that searches for 'football lessons' in the United Kingdom have skyrocketed 2,009% over the past day, after the Lionesses dominated the FIFA Womens World Cup semi-final.
1:00 AM 19th August 2023
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