All news by author: Joshua Lees

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Jofra Archer takes three wickets on injury comeback after 17 months out
Jofra Archer made his long-awaited return to professional cricket in the SA20 on Tuesday, and the England international comeback marked his comeback with three wickets
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Rafael Nadal enters business venture which will see him rival F1 star Perez
Rafael Nadal has expanded his brand into the newly introduced all-electric raceboat championship, with the 22-time Grand Slam champion taking ownership of Team Spain
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Ryder Cup hero Molinari "fed up with the idiocy" following social media claim
Francesco Molinari has endured a rough recent patch out on the golf course, but after one fan on Twitter suggested that his drop in form was down to 'family problems', the Italian hit back
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Former GB rower died after being thrown from spooked horse, inquest heard
Tanya Brady, who competed on the water for Team GB and was an Army captain, tragically died at the age of 49 in Liss, Hampshire in April of last year after being thrown from her horse
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Fans joke Gareth Bale "is signing for LIV Golf" after retirement from football
Gareth Bale announced his retirement from club and international football on Monday, and now fans are jokingly calling on the Welshman to pursue one of his other passions
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PGA Tour makes intriguing Saudi decision over players amid LIV Golf drama
The Saudi International is set to boast an intriguing field in February following the Middle Eastern state's recent controversial backing of the PGA Tour's new-found rival LIV Golf
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George Russell admits F1 safety concern ahead of new season
Mercedes man George Russell has opened up on safety concerns within Formula 1 cars ahead of the 2023 season, with the Englishman claiming the cars are too heavy
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English hotel submits bold golf course plans as it eyes Ryder Cup hosting bid
The ownership of the Luton Hoo Hotel is looking to make a move into the world of professional golf, after setting their sites on hosting the Ryder Cup in 2031 or 2035
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'Desperate' LIV could give TV rights away for free with broadcaster not found
LIV Golf's maiden campaign was broadcasted for free across the circuit's YouTube channel, and ahead of their second season the Saudi-backed circuit are yet to secure a UK TV deal
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LIV Golf accused of building 'chilling' dossier on families of 9/11 victims
Families of the victims from the 9/11 terror attacks in the United States are said to be 'fearing for their safety' according to the president of 9/11 Justice Brett Eagleson
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Golf coach Dave Pelz recreates iconic holes and charges £25k a day for lessons
Dave Pelz has been known to coach some of the world's top players during his career, and the American's remarkable back garden is no doubt a dream for any golfer
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Scheffler brutally trolls LIV rebel Bubba Watson ahead of awkward Masters dinner
Scottie Scheffler will be the man in charge of this year's Masters Champions dinner following his victory in 2022, however it could well be an awkward one with the PGA Tour at war with LIV Golf
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Rory McIlroy's world No.1 spot in jeopardy after missing Tournament of Champions
Rory McIlroy returned to the top of the Official World Golf Rankings at the end of October, but less than three months on the Northern Irishman could be set to lose his spot
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Michael Smith dubs himself “Andy Murray of darts” after sealing world title
Michael Smith was crowned world champion in a final for the ages at the Alexandra Palace, and following his win 'Bully Boy' has compared himself to another British sporting hero
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Golfer invites namesake to play Masters round after letter sent to wrong address
PGA Tour Scott Stallings had his invite to this year's Masters bizarrely sent to the wrong Scott Stallings, and now the namesake pair are set to tee it up together around Augusta National.
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Michael Smith beats Van Gerwen to seal first world crown in “best match ever”
Michael Smith has been crowned World Darts champion after defeating Michael van Gerwen 7-4 in one of the sport's most remarkable matches at the Alexander Palace
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Fans lose their minds as Michael Smith seals nine-dart finish in “best leg ever”
Michael Smith and Michael van Gerwen played out one of the most remarkable moments in darts history, which was capped off by the former landing a nine-dart finish in the World Darts final.
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Huge money on offer at Tournament of Champions as PGA Tour counter LIV threat
The PGA Tour campaign returns for 2023, with 39 of the 2022 winners kicking off their season at the Sentry Tournament of Champions in Hawaii later this week
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Laura Muir’s coach calls for New Year Honours overhaul as list “very wrong”
Laura Muir enjoyed another superb year out on the track after becoming European and Commonwealth 1500m champion, but the Team GB missed out on a spot on the New Year Honours list
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Van Gerwen leaves Van den Bergh fuming as he cruises into World Darts final
Michael van Gerwen booked his place in the World Darts Championship final alongside Michael Smith, following a thumping victory over Dimitri Van den Bergh.
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Michael Smith brushes valiant Gabriel Clemens aside to reach World Darts final
Michael Smith put in one of the performances of the tournament at the Alexander Palace to book a place in the final against either Michael van Gerwen or Dimitri Van den Bergh.
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Michael van Gerwen wants Price ear-defenders banned as crowd “part of the game”
Gerwyn Price shocked the world of darts on Sunday after sporting ear-defenders to block out the Alexander Palace crowd, and now one of his biggest rivals Michael van Gerwen has had his say.
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Boris Becker “stronger” after prison stint as he posts New Year message to fans
Boris Becker was released from prison in December after serving just eight months of his sentence, and the former tennis star has taken to social media to declare his mental health is now 'better than ever'
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Leinster issue apology after pro-IRA song is played following win over Connacht
Leinster Rugby were criticised after a pro-IRA song was played during their recent victory over rivals Connacht, and now the Irish club have issued an apology
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LIV Golf 2023 predictions including marquee signings and PGA Tour deadlock
2022 proved to be a year like no other in the world of golf following the emergence of LIV, and there is no doubt still plenty more to come from the Saudi-backed series this year.