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World Cup winner turned to new sport after brain injury, divorce and bankruptcy sent him to rock bottom

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Former England rugby star Phil Vickery has revealed bodybuilding has been a huge help after feelings of ‘failure’ caught up with him. The 2003 World Cup winner has endured divorce, bankruptcy and being diagnosed with probable chronic traumatic encephalopathy, with recent scans revealing the brain injury. 4 Vickery looks totally differentCredit: instagram:@philvickery3 Vickery was forced … Read more

‘Funniest thing I’ve seen’ – I’m a PDC World Champion and this bizarre Ally Pally costume stunned me

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Michael Smith wants no distractions on his return to Alexandra Palace – after one fan’s costume became the funniest thing he’s ever seen. The former world champion has left no stone unturned in his bid to replicate his 2023 win that made Toni Kroos one of his supporters. 6 Smith is on the hunt to … Read more

England: Thomas Tuchel talks Harry Kane, Cole Palmer and World Cup prospects as Three Lions discover 2026 qualifying opponents | Football News

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Thomas Tuchel spoke to Sky Sports News‘ chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol after the 2026 World Cup qualifying draw and answered questions on a range of big talking points about him taking over as England head coach – including whether Harry Kane would remain a first-choice and captain. England’s record scorer came in for criticism during … Read more

PDC World Championship 2024/25 betting guide

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Why is Luke Littler the betting favourite for the 2024/2025 PDC World Championship, and can anyone upset the odds? If you’re taking a shot at picking this year’s, you need an answer to that question, which is why I’m here to help.  Instead of throwing a dart into the latest PDC betting markets and hoping … Read more

World Darts Championship: Luke Littler reflects on rise from teenage hopeful to Alexandra Palace headliner | Darts News

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Twelve months ago, there were whispers about an up-and-coming teenage talent named Luke Littler who could impress at the World Darts Championship. And impress he certainly did. ​​​​​​A month or so out from Alexandra Palace in 2023, Littler went into the World Youth Championship final against favourite Gian van Veen and picked up a 6-4 … Read more

When is Luke Littler’s opening PDC World Championship match and who will he face? Date, UK start time and talkSPORT coverage

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Luke Littler became the face of darts after his first outing at the PDC World Championship and the anticipation is building for his return. ‘The Nuke’ burst onto the sporting scene by reaching last year’s final at Ally Pally at age 16 and in his debut professional tournament. 3 Littler will be hopeful of winning his first world … Read more

Noa-Lynn Van Leuven on media pressure, World Darts Championship nerves, and backing herself: ‘I just want to play darts’ | Darts News

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“I don’t know anyone who would transition to just be better in the sport.” While the world focuses on her as the first transgender darts player to play against men in the PDC World Darts Championship, for Noa-Lynn van Leuven her story is simply about finding joy in playing the game she loves. Her accomplishment … Read more

Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034: Why is it controversial? Will it be in winter? Key questions and FIFA process explained | Football News

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Why is Saudi Arabia a controversial host country? The situation in Saudi Arabia is that there is no free speech, there is no free press, there is gender inequality. Women and girls have few rights. It’s an absolute monarchy. Human rights groups say it has one of the worst human rights records in the world. … Read more

How to take on Jasprit Bumrah? Mitchell Marsh reveals mantra behind facing ‘best in the world’ | Cricket News

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Australia’s Mitchell Marsh plays a shot during the second Test against India at Adelaide Oval. (AP) Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh said he is looking forward to once again taking on the ‘best in the world’ Jasprit Bumrah in the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at The Gabba in Brisbane, starting from December 14. Bumrah … Read more

Saudi World Cup 2034 Stadium Guide: Cristiano Ronaldo’s new home, an arena 350 metres above the ground and one on the edge of a cliff

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Having already stunned the world of football with an almighty spending spree, Saudi Arabia is looking to do it all over again on the international stage. The nation has been awarded the 2034 World Cup, two years on from Cristiano Ronaldo landing in the Saudi Pro League and triggering a new global order in football. … Read more