Apr
2009
Articles from 18th Apr 2009
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Rhinos cut Giants down to size
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Full-back Brent Webb scored two tries to help engage Super League champions Leeds record a first win in four matches beating Huddersfield 34-6. Read
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Nadal and Djokovic set up final clash
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Top seed Rafael Nadal will meet Novak Djokovic in the final of the Monte Carlo Rolex Masters after the pair came through their respective last-four clashes on Saturday. Read
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Chelsea book Wembley return
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Arsenal goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski had a birthday to forget as his error gifted Chelsea a 2-1 victory in Saturday afternoon's FA Cup semi-final at Wembley. Read
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Nadal defeats brave Murray
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Andy Murray showed every sign of finding his feet on clay but ultimately had to bow to the master in Monte Carlo. Read
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Wolves reach Premier League
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Wolves will be playing Premier League football next season after their promotion from the Coca-Cola Championship was confirmed with a 1-0 win over QPR at Molineux. Read
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Celtic extend lead
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Jan Vennegoor of Hesselink's fourth goal in four games helped Celtic beat Aberdeen 2-0 at Parkhead to stretch their lead over Rangers at the top of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League to four points. Read
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Pompey edge towards safety
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Battling Portsmouth snatched a 1-0 win and a much-needed three points in dramatic fashion against Bolton at Fratton Park. Read
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Late goal denies Villa
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Aston Villa's faint hopes of securing Champions League football were dealt another blow as Diego Tristan grabbed a late equaliser for West Ham in a 1-1 draw at Villa Park. Read
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Cisse heads Black Cats clear
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Djibril Cisse's header on the stroke of half-time gave Sunderland a massive boost in their battle for Barclays Premier League survival with a 1-0 win over Hull at the Stadium of Light. Read
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Stalemate frustrates Boro
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Middlesbrough old boy Mark Schwarzer kept his former club at bay in a goalless draw as Boro's survival hopes were dealt a serious blow by Fulham. Read
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Lawrence boosts Potters' prospects
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Liam Lawrence's goal 15 minutes from time virtually secured Stoke's Barclays Premier League future with a 1-0 victory over struggling Blackburn. Read
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Blues celebrate cup success
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Wales winger Leigh Halfpenny crossed twice in the first half as Cardiff Blues were crowned EDF Energy Cup champions with a crushing 50-12 victory over Gloucester. Read
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O'Sullivan misses maximum chance
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Ronnie O'Sullivan missed out on a possible £157,000 jackpot but still clinched a commanding lead over Stuart Bingham in their first-round match at the Betfred.com World Snooker Championship. Read
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Fergie to ring the changes
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson has claimed anyone believing he could play the same side that defeated FC Porto in Manchester United's FA Cup semi-final against Everton on Sunday is "off their heads". Read
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Itandje issues apology
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Liverpool reserve goalkeeper Charles Itandje has apologised for his behaviour during Wednesday's Hillsborough service for which he was suspended by the Barclays Premier League club for 14 days. Read
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ECB delay naming England squad
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
The England and Wales Cricket Board will delay making an announcement on the Test squad to face West Indies next month to allow selectors to take in an extra round of LV County Championship fixtures and assess the fitness of injured players. Read
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Jones focused on play-offs
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Sale director of rugby Kingsley Jones hailed his side after they recorded a 28-6 bonus-point victory against Harlequins to keep alive their Guinness Premiership play-off hopes. Read
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Mathers set for Warrington bow
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Former Leeds and Wigan full-back Richie Mathers is hoping to make his Warrington debut next week. Read
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Liverpool suspend Itandje
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Liverpool reserve goalkeeper Charles Itandje has been suspended by the Barclays Premier League club for 14 days while his conduct during Wednesday's Hillsborough service is investigated. Read
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Gerrard out for another week
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Liverpool have confirmed Steven Gerrard will miss the Barclays Premier League match with Arsenal on Tuesday after being ruled out for at least one more week with an adductor injury. Read
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Ferguson no fan of Wembley semis
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson is not a fan of using Wembley as an FA Cup semi-final venue. Read
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O'Neill quiet on Laursen future
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill will hold talks on Monday with crocked skipper Martin Laursen but will not make any any predictions about the centre-back's future. Read
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Button dismisses 'bitter' Briatore
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Jenson Button has accused Flavio Briatore of being "bitter" after the Renault boss suggested Brawn GP's current dominance is damaging the credibility of Formula One. Read
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Hamilton: I'm happy at McLaren
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Lewis Hamilton has quashed speculation he is unhappy at McLaren and claimed the embattled team took a positive step during Friday's practice for the Chinese Grand Prix. Read
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Vettel on pole in China
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
A stunning late lap from Sebastian Vettel secured Red Bull Racing their first ever pole position ahead of Sunday's Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai. Read
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Rosberg top spot in final practice
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Williams' Nico Rosberg was quickest in the final practice session ahead of this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai. Read
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Rosberg nic's top spot in final practice
Apr 18 2009 | National Sport
Williams' Nico Rosberg was quickest in the final practice session today ahead of this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai. Read
