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Nile Ranger, the former Newcastle United striker. Photo: Owen Humphreys / PA Former Newcastle United player, Nile Ranger, has been charged with rape. The London-born 22-year-old will appear in court next month following an investigation by Northumbria police. The force said: “A rape was reported to police on Thursday, January 24, and relates to an incident which happened in the … [Read more...] about Footballer Ranger faces court on rape charge

Andy Murray launches himself into a forehand after racing to reach a shot from Novak Djokovic in the 2013 Wimbledon final. Photo: Tom Jenkins for the Guardian The Scot’s scrambling at the Wimbledon finals stifled the life from Djokovic while the quality of his serve allowed him the space to breathe. 1. Murray refused to let Djokovic breathe Andy Murray has always been a great … [Read more...] about Five reasons why Murray beat Djokovic

Nobuhle Dlamini set the tone for her attempt at an amateur double in this week’s Sanlam SA Women’s Amateur Championship when she won the 36-hole stroke play tournament at Milnerton Golf Club on Sunday. Photo: MVM Nobuhle Dlamini emerged from Milnerton Golf Club’s Sunday afternoon mist with a two-stroke victory in the stroke play tournament. The tournament was no more than a … [Read more...] about Dlamini confident for Amateur battle

Australia vs South Africa at the WACA December 2005. Photo: Wikipedia South Africa has strengthened its position as the number-one ranked Test side after the annual update of the Reliance ICC Test Championship Table. The Proteas have gained seven ratings points, lifting them to 135 ratings points – 19 ratings points clear of second-ranked India. The annual update ensures that … [Read more...] about Proteas strengthen Test side position

The tenth stage of the Tour de France will be a proper salute to its 100th anniversary. After a plane transfer and a rest day at Saint-Nazaire, the Tour heads into western France for a magnifcent finish beneath Saint-Malo’s ramparts. The stage was designed with tradition in mind, and will honour the memory of Louison Bobet and pay tribute to Bernard Hinault. This 100th edition … [Read more...] about Tour de France stage ten serves tradition