On this day in 2013: Ronnie O’Sullivan lifts World Championship for fifth time
Ronnie O’Sullivan lifted the World Championship trophy for a fifth time on this day in 2013 after banishing his demons to secure Crucible glory.
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On this Day: Chelsea conquered Liverpool and Real Madrid for Champions League and FA Cup finals
May 5th seems to be a historic day for Chelsea football club. From knocking out Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final to beating Liverpool in the FA Cup final. The date seems to ooze in victory for the Blues.
On this day in 2011: Sir Alastair Cook named England ODI captain
Sir Alastair Cook was named as England’s new one-day international captain on this day in 2011, with Stuart Broad taking charge of the Twenty20 side.
On This Day in 2005 – Jose Mourinho earns new Chelsea deal after trophy double
Jose Mourinho’s success in his first season as Chelsea manager saw him rewarded with a new five-year contract on May 4, 2005.
On this day in 2003: Defeat to Aston Villa sets unwanted records for Sunderland
A 1-0 defeat by Aston Villa on May 3, 2003 made it a record-extending 14 Premier League losses in a row for Sunderland.
On This Day in 2016: Title delight for Leicester
Leicester were crowned Premier League champions for the first time in the club’s history on this day in 2016.
On This Day in 2012 – Roy Hodgson was appointed England manager
Roy Hodgson was appointed England manager on a four-year deal on this day in 2012.
On this day in 2012 – Chambers and Millar cleared to represent GB at Olympics
Sprinter Dwain Chambers and cyclist David Millar were cleared to be selected for the London 2012 Olympics on this day a decade ago.