Bath and Gloucester must be kicking themselves at losing out in the semis. But, even though the two best teams in the league won't be at Twickenham, it's still going to be a mouth-watering end to the season. Posted May 29, 2008 by Sean Kelly
Having witnessed recent events in China and Tibet, many people see the upcoming Olympic Games as the perfect opportunity to make a statement condemning the Chinese government's actions. But the West isn't entirely squeaky clean. Posted April 12, 2008 by Claire Bee
The 2012 eyesore must be ripped up and replaced by a design the nation can be proud of. Posted June 11, 2007 by Joe Morris
There was a time when a GB football team ruled the Olympics: Now can England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales put aside their own self interests in the search for gold? Posted August 11, 2008 by Steve Menary
New supremo Martin Johnson has begun the process of rebuilding the national team with the appointment of a new attack coach and an elite squad of players. And Johnny Wilkinson is the only specialist fly-half included... Posted July 16, 2008 by James Mortimer
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Inspiring general Jean-Baptiste Elissalde switched roles to steer the favourites through to the semi-finals, where they will be joined by mighty Munster and unlikely English duo London Irish and Saracens Posted April 07, 2008 by James Mortimer
There's no denying the popularity of the arrows game, and London 2012 may be the ideal time to showcase a sport that is played in nearly every club and pub in Europe. Posted April 12, 2008 by gerald mclaughlin
Britain came away with nine gold medals at the recent world championships in Manchester, proving we are leading the way on the track. Let's hope we can keep it going in Beijing - and in London. Posted May 07, 2008 by Chris Goldsmith
Full of excitement and fun - cricket should be an Olympic sport. The IOC are missing out on a showcase opportunity. Posted May 13, 2008 by Chris Goldsmith
There are many reasons why a Grand Prix in England's capital city is an attractive proposition, but ultimately it is just not feasible. Here's why... Posted March 21, 2008 by Chris Hockman
Winner takes all clash between Castres and Wasps is highlight Posted January 19, 2007 by Reuters
They've played 64 times at Anfield - and the Londoners have won just eight times! Posted January 19, 2007 by Avi Meller
A humbled American does some fact checking on English football and offers an apology (of sorts) Posted October 07, 2006 by Lior Rozenman
English public spaces are for English football, not some daft derivative of rounders played by exiled Yanks in London. Hey guys, go take your home runs and run home. Posted June 15, 2007 by Joe Morris
Saturday's North London clash has added spice with Martin Jol sitting uncomfortably in the Tottenham hot seat. The Gunners are streets ahead but one red wants stiffer competition from the Lane. Posted September 11, 2007 by Thierry Adams
Political issues should be put aside and competitors should have the chance to realise their dreams. Posted March 23, 2008 by Chris Goldsmith
After 16 days of competition, 302 gold medals, 204 countries, 11,028 athletes and some staggering achievements, the Games of the XXIX Olympiad have left an indelible impression across the globe. Posted August 28, 2008 by James Mortimer
The greatest show on earth? The old Olympic ideal is tarnished beyond salvation as minority sports and drug cheats dominate. Posted August 12, 2008 by Steve Bott
As the two rugby union power clubs of Europe prepare for the Northern Hemisphere's elite club showdown, James Mortimer reckons other sides should have been challenging for the prestigious trophy. Posted May 09, 2008 by James Mortimer
As much smoking and drinking as you like, and no chance of a surprise swoop from the drugs squad. Posted July 05, 2008 by ScottishFootballBlog .
The two most successful sides in Heineken Cup history will meet in the final at Cardiff as the powerhouses of the Irish and French game collide. And it's anyone's guess who will come out on top. Posted April 29, 2008 by James Mortimer
Michael Phelps, Usain Bolt, tears of the winners against all odds and the sheer joy of taking part will live long in the memory. So let's forget the cheats, the taekwondo nutter who KOd the ref and one poor Aussie's Technicolor yawn. Posted August 25, 2008 by Craig Hackney
A Tottenham fan admits it might be a little too soon to overtake their bitter north London rivals and mount a Big Four challenge, but the omens are pretty good. Posted August 12, 2008 by Jordiandini Collinsoni
There are arguments for and against the new suits, but there's no denying their effectiveness. Posted August 12, 2008 by Craig Hackney
Human rights, pollution and censorship dominate the headlines and cast a long shadow over a Games where the athletes seem to have been forgotten. Posted August 03, 2008 by Larry Kwirirayi
Far from being a 'pub game', snooker requires more skill, nerve and tactics than most other Olympic events - and it's recognised by the IOC as a sport. Posted May 08, 2008 by Alex Alsworth
Some sports are just made for a global stage and the 2012 Games should showcase the lightning-fast form of cricket that has taken the world by storm. Posted June 09, 2008 by sayan das
The NFL plans to play overseas annually. However, the demise of NFL Europe bodes ill for this experiment, and the fans back Stateside will not like it one bit, either. Posted October 25, 2007 by Nick Latus
They are the only Asian nation to have appeared in a FIBA World Championship semi-final. Posted October 26, 2007 by BENNY LIRIO
With the Tour's debut in the English capital less than a month away, the British track champion finds himself in the yellow jersey at the dress rehearsal - the Criterium Dauphiné Libere in France. Posted June 12, 2007 by Fred Grand
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