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Aaron Cook’s Olympic dream still alive after probe by BOA

Wed, 30 May 2012 08:12:12 -0000

Aaron Cook has been handed an Olympic lifeline, despite being controversially left out of the GB squad for London 2012.

Monaco disaster only adds to Jenson Button’s McLaren frustration

Tue, 29 May 2012 11:02:22 -0000

Jenson Button has revealed he is enduring his most frustrating time since joining McLaren.

Kelly Sotherton backs Jessica Ennis after ‘fat’ criticism

Tue, 29 May 2012 09:54:21 -0000

Kelly Sotherton has defended Jessica Ennis over criticism of her weight and backed the Trafford AC athlete to win heptathlon gold at this summer’s Olympics.

Aaron Cook comes out fighting over Games snub

Tue, 29 May 2012 09:50:22 -0000

Aaron Cook has broken his silence over a major selection row that could see him excluded from London 2012.

Iron lady Rebecca Romero has plan to reign all over again

Tue, 29 May 2012 09:41:35 -0000

Reigning Olympic champion Rebecca Romero has no concerns about riding the longest course at Monday’s inaugural Great Manchester Cycle.

Mark Webber wins Monaco GP for a second time

Mon, 28 May 2012 10:59:01 -0000

Mark Webber celebrated the eighth win of his Formula One career as history was made in the Monaco Grand Prix.

Record breaker Jess hits back in style

Mon, 28 May 2012 10:33:45 -0000

Jessica Ennis has answered her critics in resounding fashion by smashing the British heptathlon record of former Olympic champion Denise Lewis in Gotzis.

Late show not enough as George Fletcher vows Brazil revenge

Mon, 28 May 2012 10:27:08 -0000

George Fletcher wants a Paralympic Games re-match with cerebral palsy’s seven-a-side samba boys after Brazil won the BT World Cup football final at Manchester’s Regional Arena, writes Trevor Baxter.

Kate Walsh: Now we’re all united in our mission to win gold

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:26:54 -0000

With just two months to go and the Olympic torch relay underway, the start of London 2012 is ever closer. Here, Withington-born Kate Walsh, who is captain of GB’s women’s hockey team, continues her regular column on how preparations for the event are going...

Paralympic soccer stars seek help from England

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:13:10 -0000

Britain’s cerebral palsy footballers will swap tips with their Euro 2012 counterparts at the Etihad Stadium today to boost their BT Paralympic World Cup chances.

James Goddard bags Euro silver prize

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:00:42 -0000

James Goddard was second in the final of the 200 metres individual medley on the third day of the European Championships in Debrecen.

Blade Runner Oscar Pistorius blazes the trail

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:17:46 -0000

Best Brits Graeme Ballard and Hannah Cockcroft came close to stealing the show from Oscar Pistorius on the opening day of BT Paralympic World Cup action.

Third time lucky for Oscar Pistorius’s Olympics bid

Tue, 22 May 2012 09:36:39 -0000

Oscar Pistorius may forever be known as ‘Blade Runner’ or ‘the fastest man on no legs’.

Jessica Ennis gets hurdles blunder apology

Tue, 22 May 2012 09:25:37 -0000

Jessica Ennis has accepted an apology from meeting organisers for the mistake that cost her a lifetime best performance at Sunday’s Great City Games.

Man of Steele times Olympic bid just right

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:53:43 -0000

If Olympic medals were handed out for resilience and determination, Didsbury runner Andrew Steele would already be wearing gold around his neck.

Golden girl Jessica Ennis slams bungling officials after hurdles gaffe costs her lifetime’s best

Mon, 21 May 2012 09:50:12 -0000

Golden girl Jessica Ennis saw a lifetime best performance tarnished by a major organisational blunder at yesterday’s Powerade GreatCity Games.

World Cup arrives

Mon, 21 May 2012 09:33:08 -0000

Olympic chief, Lord Seb Coe, wants Mancunians turning out in force for what promises to be the most competitive BT Paralympic World Cup yet.

Grand prix winner Pastor Maldonado in dramatic fire rescue at Barcelona

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:46:35 -0000

Pastor Maldonado turned from grand prix winner to hero as Williams’ celebrations for his debut victory went up in flames yesterday.

Dwain Chambers confirmed for CityGames in Manchester

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:32:28 -0000

Dwain Chambers will compete over 150 metres at the Powerade Great CityGames in Manchester on May 20.

Ronnie O’Sullivan rules the snooker world once again

Tue, 08 May 2012 08:53:37 -0000

Ronnie O’Sullivan assured snooker fans “I haven’t gone yet” after winning his fourth World Championship title at the Crucible last night.

Snooker: Stephen Hendry quits after world KO

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:28:16 -0000

Seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry has quit the game after being knocked out of this year’s tournament 13-2 by Stephen Maguire.

Bowls: ‘GI’ stands to attention to shake off blues

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:25:57 -0000

Graeme Wilson overcame atrocious weather conditions and a bout of personal apathy to lift one of Greater Manchester’s longest- running competitions for a fourth time.

Taekwondo: Martin Stamper bids for home rule

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:09:48 -0000

Experienced Martin Stamper knows London will be calling if he medals in Manchester next month.

Snooker: Shaun Murphy philosophical after World Championship defeat

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:27:05 -0000

Former King of the Crucible Shaun Murphy suffered a shock first round exit at the Betfred World Championship - but claimed he enjoyed the match!

Athletics: Legend Ron Hill to start Manchester Marathon

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:17:46 -0000

Ron Hill crossed the winning line at Old Trafford in his first Manchester Marathon with Neil Armstrong still a day away from stepping on the moon.

Defending F1 champion Sebastian Vettel claims victory in Bahrain

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:10:52 -0000

Defending champion Sebastian Vettel claims victory in Bahrain

Claire Hallissey closes in on Olympic marathon spot

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:08:40 -0000

Claire Hallissey looks set to claim the last available marathon place in the Olympics after finishing 11th in yesterday’s Virgin London Marathon.

Snooker: Stephen Hendry fires in 147 at Crucible

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 17:01:17 -0000

Stephen Hendry shrugged off the effects of a 10,000-mile round trip to China as he fired in a thrilling 147 maximum break on day one of the Betfred.com World Championship.

F1: Sebastian Vettel on pole in Bahrain

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 15:03:54 -0000

Sebastian Vettel is back on pole position for the 31st time in his Formula One career after grabbing top spot on the grid for Sunday's controversial Bahrain Grand Prix.

Kate Walsh: Games offers us the chance to be ambassadors for our sport

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:38:38 -0000

Great Britain hockey captain Kate Walsh, who was born in Withington, on how she and the squad are preparing for the Games...

Snooker: Shaun Murphy’s big breaks will help hospital

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:06:56 -0000

Shaun Murphy heads into the Betfred World Championships next week vowing to use his success to boost the care of young patients at a local children’s hospital.

No worries for Jenson Button over weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:51:06 -0000

Jenson Button has admitted to placing his complete trust in the FIA with regard to this weekend’s Bahrain Grand Prix.

Sophie Allen times her Olympic countdown to perfection

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:17:55 -0000

Stockport's Sophie Allen has endured a couple of frustrating years but she insists she has timed her run just right after booking her Olympic place at the British Gas Swimming Championships.

Pictures: Manchester stars homing in on Olympic glory

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:54:44 -0000

MEN Sport puts the spotlight on 10 local sports stars going for gold at this summer's Olympics.

Athletics: Haile Gebrselassie confirmed for Great Manchester Run

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:38:24 -0000

Haile Gebrselassie has confirmed his participation in next month's Bupa Great Manchester Run.

Snooker: Shaun Murphy to face Jamie Jones in World Championship first round

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:27:50 -0000

Sale snooker star Shaun Murphy will face Jamie Jones in the first round of the Betfred.com World Snooker Championships at Sheffield.

F1: Nico Rosberg wins for Mercedes in China

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 13:33:52 -0000

Nico Rosberg took the chequered flag for the first time in his Formula One career to give Mercedes their first victory since the legendary Juan Manuel Fangio in 1955.

Neptune Collonges wins the Grand National

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 16:30:06 -0000

A thrilling victory for the Paul Nicholls-trained Neptune Collonges in the John Smith's Grand National at Aintree was tinged with sadness after Cheltenham Gold Cup hero Synchronised lost his life during the race.

Form and Pinstickers' Guide

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:58:40 -0000

Rating out of 10 by Chris Wright

Grand National - The most famous race in the world!

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:54:30 -0000

So what is it about the Grand National that makes winning it the dream of every owner, jockey and trainer?

Donald McCain can repeat dad Ginger’s feat of back-to-back wins

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:48:37 -0000

Winning the John Smith’s Grand National once is one of the toughest assignments in sport. Triumphing a second time has become a near impossible dream.

Fred Done: Big Buck’s right on the money!

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:03:54 -0000

What a start to the Grand National meeting with Big Buck’s winning a record 17th consecutive race.

Jockeys Katie Walsh and Nina Carberry can ride into the record books in Saturday’s epic Grand National

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:04:32 -0000

We are just two days away from the most famous steeplechase in the world – the Grand National at Aintree.

Bowls: Gary Ellis claims Tommy Heyes prize for first time

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:59:28 -0000

Gary Ellis lifted the 11th running of the Tommy Heyes Senior Memorial Trophy at the George and Dragon in Hyde by shading Tommy Johnstone (Poynton) 21-18 in the final.

National legend Bob Champion tells the M.E.N. Ballabriggs can do it again

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 07:53:57 -0000

Ballabriggs wins the Champion’s vote for a Grand National double on Saturday.

Horse Racing: All eyes on Tony McCoy as he looks to enter the record books

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 07:51:50 -0000

Synchronised heads the 48 remaining entries for Saturday’s John Smith’s Grand National at Aintree.

Boat Race warning for Olympics

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 07:42:30 -0000

The Home Office will “leave nothing to chance” as they attempt to deliver an incident-free Olympic Games.

Synchronised looks to land Grand prize

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 07:18:58 -0000

I am really excited this week because we are now just five days away from the biggest event of the year in the Grand National at Aintree.

Cycling: Sir Chris Hoy clinches gold in photo finish

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 15:25:33 -0000

Sir Chris Hoy sent out an ominous warning to his rivals ahead of the London Olympic Games with an astonishing keirin victory on the final day of the Track Cycling World Championships in Melbourne.

Cycling: Victoria Pendleton wins gold in Melbourne

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:30:46 -0000

Wilmslow-based Olympic champion Victoria Pendleton regained her Track Cycling World Championships title in dramatic fashion in Melbourne.

Hockey: Brooklands on mark to launch promotion drive

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:54:01 -0000

Mark Richardson scored the only goal as Brooklands MU kicked-off their promotion play-off campaign with a 1-0 win over the University of Exeter, writes Jim Beckley.

Andy Murray beaten in straight sets by Novak Djokovic

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:06:14 -0000

Andy Murray suffered final heartbreak at the hands of Novak Djokovic as he was beaten in straight sets at the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami.

Golden girl Jess Ennis is ready to be a CityGames slicker

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:45:57 -0000

Jessica Ennis will be the star name at the Powerade Great CityGames in Manchester on May 20, writes Peter Spencer.

USA superstar Swin Cash is backing Great Britain’s women

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:45:53 -0000

USA superstar Swin Cash believes Great Britain’s women can punch above their weight this summer.

Greater Manchester kids show off their amazing sporting talents at the School Games

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:49:30 -0000

The first-ever ‘winter’ Greater Manchester School Games met with a chorus of approval from 1,700 youngsters and delighted organisers.

Hockey: Brooklands out to take Bowdon slot

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:13:03 -0000

Bowdon have been relegated from England Hockey League Men’s Premier Division on the final day of the season.

Bowls: Houldsworth, Lloyds book places in the World finals

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:03:52 -0000

Houldsworth and the Lloyds have reached finals day of the World Club Championships at Irlam Steel, writes Steve McHugh.

Return to form heaven for long distance runner Elle Baker

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 07:53:05 -0000

For months, long distance runner Elle Baker couldn't bear to watch athletics on her telly.

F1: Sauber deny plot to rein in Sergio Perez

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:26:45 -0000

Sauber team boss Peter Sauber categorically denied claims a conspiracy was at the heart of the Malaysian Grand Prix.

Video: Jessica Ennis and Co are all set thanks to the Stella McCartney-designed kit for London 2012

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:05:22 -0000

Britain’s Stella McCartney-designed kit for London 2012 was well received during yesterday's launch but did provoke one high-profile dissenting voice.

Olympics: GB team kit unveiled

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:43:06 -0000

The GB Olympic team's kit, designed by Stella McCartney, has been officially unveiled.

Kate Walsh column: London 2012 Olympic countdown

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 09:46:50 -0000

Manchester's Kate Walsh is counting down to the Olympic Games as the captain of Great Britain’s women’s hockey team. Here, in the latest of her regular columns in the build-up to London 2012, the skipper describes her brush with royalty.

Oscar Pistorius returns to Manchester as he targets an historic Olympic and Paralympic London 2012 Games double

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 09:22:48 -0000

Oscar Pistorius returns to Manchester in May on course for an historic Olympic and Paralympic London 2012 Games double.

Video: Masters of Dirt stunt riders in action

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 14:15:07 -0000

MEN Sport was down to the Manchester Arena to film the amazing Masters of Dirt motorbike and bike stunts - click here to watch the stars in action.

Taekwondo champion Jordan Gayle stakes a claim for a place in Great Britain’s European Championship squad

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:12:03 -0000

Taekwondo champion Jordan Gayle blew away his Dutch Open opposition to stake his claim for a place in Great Britain’s European Championship squad.

Sophie Allen is out to make a splash at the 2012 Olympic Games

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:03:34 -0000

The Beijing Olympics turned Keri-anne Payne and Rebecca Adlington from swimmers into superstars.

Bowdon face battle to avoid dreaded drop as they slumped to the bottom of the Men’s Premier Division

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:24:47 -0000

Bowdon suffered double heart-break at the hands of Hampstead and Westminster as they slumped to the bottom of the Men’s Premier Division and crashed out of the Cup in the semi-final, writes Chris Ostick.