THE Chase fans were left in hysterics tonight as Anne Hegerty dressed as Ginger Spice for the Christmas Special. Four of the Chasers – including Anne – dressed up as music artists who had achieved a Christmas Number One. When the 60-year-old appeared in a Union Jack dress and ginger wig to emulate Geri Horner […]
SOCIAL MEDIA has been sent into a meltdown after Frank Skinner and David Baddiel performed hit song ‘Three Lions’ at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards. And while fans from around the country loved the football anthem during the World Cup in the summer, their rendition in Birmingham failed to leave a positive impression. […]
BBC’S Sports Personality of the Year returns with Sir Mo Farah beating Jonathan Rea and Jonnie Peacock last year. Unlike in previous years, the nominees were not released until the evening of the ceremony. Who are the nominees for the BBC SPOTY 2018? It has been an incredible 12 months for British sport, with England’s […]
Tommy Fleetwood has played a key role for Europe in the Ryder Cup at Le Golf National this weekend. Teaming up with Francesco Molinari, the only pair to won all four matches, with wife Clare Craig supporting Fleetwood every step of the way. Who is Clare Craig? Clare Craig has been Tommy Fleetwood’s manager since 2015 but […]
EUROPE are aiming to regain the Ryder Cup at Le Golf National, but to do so they’ll need Francesco Molinari at his best. Just two months ago at Carnoustie, he became the first Italian ever to win The Open and, with his wife Valentina by his side, Europe will be hoping for more of the same. […]
GARETH SOUTHGATE has been crowned Coach of the Year at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year after leading England to the World Cup semi-final. The Three Lions defied all expectations as they romped to the last four in Russia before suffering heartbreak against Croatia. It was the first time since 1990 England had reached […]
LAUREN Steadman, Paloma Faith and Kaz Crossley were among the stars on the red carpet for tonight’s Sports Personality of the Year. And while the event was all about celebrating sporting achievements, we had to make mention of some of the guests’ fabulous looks. Strictly Come Dancing star Lauren – who’s a Paralympic athlete – […]
DINA ASHER-SMITH holds the British records for both the 100 metres and 200 metres. And in August 2018, she became the first Brit in history to win three gold medals at the European Championships – and now in the running to be one of the nominees for this year’s BBC Sports Personality of the Year. Who […]
TYSON FURY claimed he was denied the “greatest comeback in boxing history” following his draw with Deontay Wilder. The Gypsy King, 30, remarkably returned to the ring after battling back from depression, drug and alcohol abuse. Tell me, who is Paris? Tyson met her around 12 years ago at a wedding of mutual friends when she […]
PETER Andre has confirmed that Katie Price will have their children Princess and Junior for Christmas this year. The 45-year-old took to Twitter today following speculation about where the 11 and 13 year old would be spending the day. He wrote: “Of Course the children (j and p) will be with their mum for Christmas. […]
ENGLAND captain Harry Kane is engaged to childhood sweetheart Katie Goodland. The couple had a little girl called Ivy last year and they welcomed Vivienne Jane into the world in August. Who is Katie Goodland? Katie Goodland is a fitness instructor who has dated the England striker for five years. She is a sports science graduate who is said […]
GETTING cold feet over your festive food bill? Don’t panic. Your freezer can be your festive saviour. Here’s how. Brrr-illiant bargains. Hit the “reduced” section every day this week. Supermarkets will be clearing shelf space for all the Christmas dinner stock. Look out for bargain veg you could freeze then use in your Christmas dinner. […]
A HEARTLESS robber armed with a machete held a bag of cash in the air and danced a jig after threatening to pour boiling water down the throat of his victim. Clare Lee was at home when four masked men armed with machetes burst in and threatened to kill her children who are aged nine, […]
JOSE MOURINHO will be sacked by Man Utd soon after the Red Devils were roundly beaten 3-1 at Liverpool, according to Gary Neville. Mourinho’s men were put to the sword by Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool as strikes from Sadio Mane and Xherdan Shaqiri saw the Kop move 19 points above their rivals. After the match, Neville hit […]
CHESTER Zoo keepers have revealed their heartbreak as they confirmed some animals were killed in the devastating fire that ripped through an exotic animal enclosure yesterday. An official confirmed that some insects, frogs, fish and small birds perished in the blaze as kind-hearted supporters have raised over £100,000 to rebuild the gutted habitat. A major […]
URBANIST (12.40 Ffos Las) has had a wind operation since moving to the excellent Dr Richard Newland and both those factors usually bring improvement. His form was already fair enough and he finished second in a decent Fairyhouse handicap in April when with Shane Nolan in Ireland. The yard is in form has a cracking […]
CAROLINE Flack has promised there will be “quite a few rows” during the Love Island Christmas Special. The host of the hit ITV2 reality show appeared on today’s Sunday Brunch to talk about the festive episode, which airs on Monday night. It will see the most popular islanders reunite at a country manor to discuss […]
BILLIE JEAN KING, the champions women’s tennis player in the 1960s and 70s, is featured in a film charting when she played male player Bobby Briggs. Not only did the 12-time Grand Slam winner rise to Briggs’ contention the women’s game was inferior, she handsomely beat him – and has now been awarded the BBC […]
TWO beagles were left bloodsoaked with one needing a leg amputated after they were thrown from a moving car on a busy road. The dogs, now named Trooper and Adam, were found by a lorry driver on Wednesday morning on Interstate 81 in Whitney Point outside Binghamton, New York after he saw them hurled from […]
BBC’S Sports Personality of the Year returns with Sir Mo Farah beating Jonathan Rea and Jonnie Peacock last year. Unlike in previous years, the nominees were not released until the evening of the ceremony. Who are the nominees for the BBC SPOTY 2018? It has been an incredible 12 months for British sport, with England’s […]
BILLIE JEAN KING, the champions women’s tennis player in the 1960s and 70s, is featured in a film charting when she played male player Bobby Briggs. Not only did the 12-time Grand Slam winner rise to Briggs’ contention the women’s game was inferior, she handsomely beat him – and has now been awarded the BBC […]
GERAINT Thomas is among the favourites to win this year’s BBC Sports Personality of the Year award. The 32-year-old incredibly became the first Welshman, and the third British star, to win the Tour de France in July. Who is Sara Elen Thomas? Sara Elen Thomas from Cardiff, Wales, is the youngest of two children. Born […]
JOSE MOURINHO admitted Liverpool’s speed left him knackered after his side were romped by the Reds at Anfield. And the under-pressure Special One could not hide his amazement at opposition left-back Andrew Robertson’s energy. Despite Jesse Lingard drawing Manchester United level before the break, two deflected second half strikes from Shaqiri Xherdan downed the Old […]
THE shortlist for the Sports Personality of the Year was decided BEFORE Tyson Fury’s remarkable performance against Deontay Wilder. Fury was not on the six-name list of nominees to scoop the award despite being one of the big favourites to win the prize. But the panel of sporting celebrities and media figures who settled on […]