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Courtenay out

ICE HOCKEY: Manchester Phoenix will once again be without top scorer Ed Courtenay as they head into this weekend's English Premier League programme.

The 42-year-old is back in Canada after attending an interview which means he won't be back for the home double-header against Sheffield (Saturday 7pm) and Bracknell (Sunday 5.30pm).

Date published: 12/03/2010

Keith’s Tips

Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s selections from tomorrow’s cards
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Date published: 12/03/2010

Nomura to advise on takeover

THE battle for control of Manchester United has taken another twist following confirmation that a leading global investment bank has agreed to advise on a possible acquisition of the Old Trafford outfit by the Red Knights group.

Nomura will work closely with the Red Knights, the Manchester United Supporters’ Trust and other potential investors to “co-ordinate...

Date published: 11/03/2010

Becks backing Reds for glory

David Beckham is backing Manchester United for Champions League glory following their four–goal demolition of AC Milan at Old Trafford last night.

It was not the way Beckham hoped his first appearance as an opposition player against United would end up.

But with his own interest at an end, the former England skipper wants the Red Devils to reclaim a trophy he...

Date published: 11/03/2010

Thunder in charge

NETBALL:

NORTHERN Thunder enhanced their prospects of reaching the Grand Final with a 62-32 win at Celtic Dragons in the Co-operative Netball Superleague.

Although the Welsh side has improved recently, they found it a tall order to match Thunder, who had built a six-goal lead by the end of the first quarter with their speedy movement of the ball down the court.

The...

Date published: 11/03/2010

Petra has it on a Plate at 25-1

THE Cheltenham Festival is less than a week away and in tonight’s Up The Ante, Chronicle racing correspondent KEITH McHUGH nominates his early fancies for the meeting.

Most selections are price-orientated and not necessarily my selections on the day.

Most bookmakers are issuing a non-runner, no-bet concession, so ensure your bookie is providing this offer if...

Date published: 11/03/2010

Old Trafford will rock, says Ferguson

SIR Alex Ferguson is confident Manchester United’s in-fighting anti–Glazer factions will set aside their grievances to cheer his side to victory against AC Milan at Old Trafford tonight.

The Manchester United Supporters Trust has recorded huge rises in membership, beyond 120,000, with the green and gold scarves now a notable feature of Red Devils’...

Date published: 10/03/2010

7-1 Schu seeking winning formula

SPORTS BETTING: 

MOTOR racing has never really been my thing, but I know a sporting superstar when I see one and the return to F1 of Michael Schumacher has certainly ignited my interest during the build-up to this season’s World Championship.

Bahrain stages the first Grand Prix of the season on Sunday and all eyes will be on Schumacher, who has won the title...

Date published: 10/03/2010

Hand tops 100

ICE HOCKEY: Manchester Phoenix’ player-coach Tony Hand (MBE) has passed the 100-point mark with still more than a month of the English Premier League season to go.

He bagged two goals and eight assists in last weekend’s wins over Romford and Peterborough to serve a reminder that the 42-year-old - Britain’s most celebrated ice hockey player - is still one...

Date published: 09/03/2010

Keith’s Tips

Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s selections from tomorrow’s cards

WOLVERHAMPTON

5.30 Monte Major

6.00 Zinjbar

6.30 Cheviot

7.00 Ravi River

7.30 Satwa Moon

8.00 King’s Icon

8.30 Corrib

9.00 By Command

LINGFIELD

2.00 Stags Leap

2.30 Hurakan

3.00 Mustajed

3.30 Aetos

4.00 Copperwood

4.30...

Date published: 09/03/2010

Scholes sets his sights on title

PAUL SCHOLES breathed a sigh of relief after finally notching his 100th Premier League goal in Manchester United’s 1-0 win at Wolves – now he can look ahead to far more important honours.

Once a prolific scorer, Scholes found the net for the 98th time in league combat at Sunderland in April last year.

It has taken 11 months to get the extra two, having been on 99 since...

Date published: 08/03/2010

City must back up Bridge success – Given

Shay Given is hoping the galvanising effect arising from Wayne Bridge’s well–publicised problems could spur Manchester City on to claim fourth place in the Barclays Premier League.

In the wake of the falling–out between Bridge and former team–mate John Terry, City claimed their best result of the season, a 4–2 win at Stamford Bridge....

Date published: 08/03/2010

Walker stars for Phoenix

ICE HOCKEY:

MANCHESTER Phoenix ended a run of six defeats with morale-boosting victories over Romford Raiders and Peterborough Phantoms.

Adam Walker scored a hat-trick in a 10-2 romp at the Raiders before repeating the feat a day later at home to the Phantoms.

Last night's 6-4 win over last season's Grand Slam champions, in which Walker reached 40 goals for the...

Date published: 08/03/2010

Park’s treble chance

Ji–sung Park has set his sights on completing a hat–trick of trophies with Manchester United this season.

After helping the Red Devils retain the Carling Cup by beating Aston Villa at Wembley on Sunday, Park will focus on the Barclays Premier League before United attempt to complete their Champions League demolition job on AC Milan at Old Trafford on Wednesday....

Date published: 05/03/2010

Phoenix hope to clawback form

ICE HOCKEY: Manchester Phoenix will look to regain some form when they take on two lower-placed English Premier League teams.

They travel to bottom-of-the-table Romford Raiders tomorrow (5.15pm) before hosting Peterborough Phantoms a day later (5.30pm).

Raiders have only won five matches all season - two against Phoenix - while Peterborough have failed to hit last...

Date published: 05/03/2010

Keith’s Tips

Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s selections from tomorrow’s cards

Doncaster
1.45 Serious Choice

2.20 Galaxy Rock

2.55 Laskari

3.25 Cloudy Lane (nap)

4.00 Hurricane Milly

4.35 Silver Bay

5.10 Folk Tune

Kelso

1.55 Duke Of Malfi

2.30 Turbo Island

3.00 Bedlam Boy

3.35 Will Be Done

4.10 Washington Irving...

Date published: 05/03/2010

Ellender lines up final date

Jack Ellender

BOXING: LOCAL sensation Jack Ellender has defied the odds by reaching the final of the ABA National Extra Championship at Warrington on March 14.

The Oldham Boxing and Personal...

Date published: 04/03/2010

Dave’s followers dreaming of a big pay-day

UP THE ANTE: THE Cheltenham Festival is only 12 days away and the final pieces of the jigsaw were provided yesterday when the weights were unveiled for the big handicap hurdles and chases.

Of course, many horses will have two or more engagements at the big meeting so trying to identify winners at this stage is a risky business.

However, punters have one major weapon in...

Date published: 04/03/2010

Keith’s Tips

Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s selections from tomorrow’s cards ...

Date published: 04/03/2010

Newton takes third in season’s opener

Chris Newton

CYCLING: OLDHAM Olympic ace Chris Newton made a great start to his 2010 season on Sunday.

Chris crossed the line third in the Clayton Velo Spring Classic road race on the Bashall Eaves...

Date published: 03/03/2010

Shamed Terry 25-1 to have the last laugh

SPORTS BETTING: A MILLION words have been written about John Terry and I have no doubt that, like me, you are bored with the whole affair (oops, an unfortunate choice of noun there).

But, whether we like it or not, the matter will not go away just yet and the focus will not be so much on England v Egypt tonight as what reaction Terry will receive from the Wembley crowd....

Date published: 03/03/2010

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