Talking points ahead of Qatar GP: Max on the brink, Mercedes' battle within, and a bridesmaid
Heading into the Qatar Grand Prix weekend, several talking points are starting to pop up.
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Ireland to wait on Henshaw hamstring injury but centre could miss 'a couple of weeks'
Robbie Henshaw's World Cup could be over, with Ireland head coach Andy Farrell speculating his centre could be sidelined for a minimum of two weeks.
'My time is coming': Canadian hurdler Metivier set on larger goals despite obstacles
Leaping over hurdles is nothing new for Malik Metivier. And the obstacles in his way now will not interrupt his willingness to push through.
Elliot Anderson Scotland vs England decision latest as Gareth Southgate details thoughts on Newcastle star
Gareth Southgate insists he hasn’t contacted Elliot Anderson over pledging his allegiance to England since the Newcastle star pulled out of last month’s Scotland camp.
Proteas can make up for monsoon dampener on World Cup warm-ups, says Simons
With both their warm-up games for the Cricket World Cup affected by rain, Proteas bowling coach Eric Simons reckoned that whatever preparation they haven't been able to get through, they'll have to complete in training.
Antim Panghal Wins Bronze On Tough Day For Indian Wrestlers At Asian Games
Teen sensation Antim Panghal humbled Tokyo Olympics medallist Bolortuya Bat-Ochir 3-1 to win a bronze medal but other Indian wrestlers struggled badly at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Thursday. The 19-year-old Antim bounced back after losing to two-time Japanese world champion Akari Fujinami in the quarterfinals in a superb manner as she did not let the Mongolian attack much in the women's 53kg bronze play-off. Antim saved the day for the Indian contingent which badly needed a medal after Narinder Cheema (Greco-Roman 97kg), Naveen (Greco Roman 130kg) and Pooja Gehlot (women's 50kg) were ousted. (Asian Games Medals Tally | Asian Games Full Schedule)
Gillingham chairman Brad Galinson comments on the sacking of manager Neil Harris and assistant David Livermore
Gillingham chairman Brad Galinson has commented for the first time following Neil Harris’ sacking.
Sheehan and Henderson start for Ireland with Conan named on bench, Henshaw suffers hamstring injury
Jack Conan is in line for his first taste of World Cup action after being named on the Ireland bench the Pool B match against Scotland in Paris on Saturday (8pm).