Phil Foden has signed a new four-year contract with Manchester City, extending his stay until 2030. The 26-year-old expressed excitement to continue winning titles and work with new manager Enzo Maresca, despite recent form concerns and past off-field issues.
Pubs in England are experiencing a sales boost due to the national team's World Cup success, with landlords reporting increased takings and anticipating more customers for the semi-final against Argentina. While some pubs thrive, others struggle with changing customer habits post-Covid.
Caspar Fownes secured a crucial treble at Happy Valley, extending his lead over Danny Shum in the trainers' championship with only two meetings remaining. Joao Moreira partnered Fownes for all three wins, including Forza Toro, which was part of a unique racing concept inspired by the Fifa World Cup.
Manchester City has appointed Enzo Maresca as their new manager, replacing Pep Guardiola. Maresca, who signed a three-year contract, previously coached City's youth team and served as Guardiola's assistant during the 2018-19 treble-winning season.
Enzo Maresca succeeds Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, tasked with overcoming a 7-point gap to Arsenal and convincing players, including uncertain Rodri, to buy into his vision, amidst the challenge of living up to Guardiola's 20-title legacy.
Trainer Cody Mo-Wai-kit achieved a remarkable treble at Happy Valley on Wednesday night with wins from Jumbo Treasure, Meowth, and Flying Fortune. Jockey Derek Leung Ka-chun also secured a double, while Luke Ferraris and Joao Moreira each rode two winners.
Oltre mille tifosi hanno celebrato all'Arco della Pace il primo storico triplete dell'EA7 Olimpia Milano, vincitrice di Supercoppa, Coppa Italia e Scudetto nella stessa stagione. La squadra, acclamata dal pubblico, ha condiviso la gioia per il 32° scudetto.
Jockey Ethan Brown is set to ride Patch Of Theta and Chancheng Glory in Group Three races at Sha Tin on Sunday, following a career-best treble last Saturday. The 26-year-old expressed gratitude for the support from trainers John Size, David Hall, and Francis Lui.
Portuguese star Bernardo Silva has joined Real Madrid on a free transfer after a nine-year career at Manchester City. The 31-year-old midfielder signed a two-year deal, becoming a key signing under returning manager Jose Mourinho. Silva departs City with 20 major honors, including six Premier League titles and a Champions League.
Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick, leading defending champions Argentina to a dominant 3-0 victory over Algeria in their FIFA World Cup title defence. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's performance at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City drew praise from teammates and coach.
Australian jockey Ethan Brown achieved his first Hong Kong treble at Sha Tin on Saturday. Meanwhile, jockey Harry Bentley's season is likely over after a fractured forearm sustained in a fall. Francis Lui Kin-wai also celebrated a treble.
O Grupo I da Copa do Mundo reúne França, Noruega, Senegal e Iraque, com a França como favorita. A seleção francesa, liderada por Kilyan Mbappé, busca o tricampeonato. A Noruega, com Erling Haaland, retorna após 28 anos. O Senegal, com Sadio Mané, é outro forte candidato, enquanto o Iraque retorna após 40 anos.
Borussia Dusseldorf manager Andreas Preuss praises new signing Fan Zhendong as a sports inspiration and global brand, expecting significant impact on the team and club's global presence.
Jockey Zac Purton moved within two wins of 2,000 career victories in Hong Kong after securing a treble at Sha Tin on Sunday. He won on Flying Amani, Come Fast Fay Fay, and Packing King, and needs just two more wins at Happy Valley on Wednesday to reach the milestone.
Jockey Zac Purton moved within two wins of his 2,000th career victory in Hong Kong after securing a treble at Sha Tin on Sunday. He won on Flying Amani, Come Fast Fay Fay, and Packing King, and needs just two more wins at Happy Valley on Wednesday to reach the milestone.
Romantic Warrior secured the Triple Crown title by winning the Group One Standard Chartered Champions & Chater Cup at Sha Tin. Jockey James McDonald received a three-meeting ban for careless riding.
Hull KR and Wigan face off twice in 10 days, first in Super League and then the Challenge Cup final. KR captain Elliot Minchella discusses the team's 'golden era' and the importance of seizing their current opportunity.
Arsenal wins the Premier League title after 22 years, ending Pep Guardiola's decade of dominance at Manchester City. Bournemouth secured European football with a draw against City, whose manager is set to depart.
Wigan defends its Women's Super League title amid challenges in the league's development, including a wide skill gap between top and bottom teams, and efforts towards professionalism.
Danny Shum Chap-shing moves into the lead in the Hong Kong trainers’ championship with a treble at Happy Valley, taking his season win tally to 54, aided by victories from Romantic Gladiator, General Redwood, and Leading Agility.
The in-form pair of Karis Teetan and John Size will combine when Teetan reunites with Beauty Alliance in the Class Two ParisLongchamp Handicap (1,650m) at Happy Valley on Wednesday night. Teetan has enjoyed an enormously successful month which has included a treble – with each win being aboard a Sized-trained horse – followed by a double one week ago at Sha Tin. “Size’s recent form has been good. I’ve ridden in a couple of races for him this season and he’s given me a few chances now. So let’s...
The in-form pair of Karis Teetan and John Size will combine when Teetan reunites with Beauty Alliance in the Class Two ParisLongchamp Handicap (1,650m) at Happy Valley on Wednesday night. Teetan has enjoyed an enormously successful month which has included a treble – with each win being aboard a Sized-trained horse – followed by a double one week ago at Sha Tin. “Size’s recent form has been good. I’ve ridden in a couple of races for him this season and he’s given me a few chances now. So let’s...
Sky Jewellery, trained by John Size and ridden by Andrea Atzeni, won the Class Two Members Cup (1,600m) at Sha Tin on Sunday in heavy ground conditions. The 4-year-old gelding by The Autumn Sun secured his fifth win from seven starts, overcoming prior bleeding issues. Atzeni completed a treble while Size recorded a double on a rain-affected day.
Douglas Whyte dominated Happy Valley with a treble on Wednesday night, highlighted by Giant Ballon who secured a hat-trick in the Class Three Busan Handicap (1,200m). Gameplayer Elite and Find My Love completed a three-timer for the trainer, who only sent out a handful of runners at the city circuit. “We’ve only had five runners and three winners – it’s been a great night. The Valley has always been a special place for me, more so as a trainer than as a jockey. It’s vibrant, tactical and leaves...
