Don't be fooled, Arsene. Don't be caught out by this impressive run of form and think everything is in place for a crack at the title next year. It is not uncommon to see Arsenal finish a season with a string of good results. Usually they rattle out a sequence of wins just in time to preserve their place in the top four but too late to affect the destiny of the title.
Hamilton remains Britain's richest sports star with £88m fortune but Rooney leapfrogs Button into second
Lewis Hamilton remains the richest sportsman in Britain with a fortune of £88million but Wayne Rooney has overtaken Jenson Button to be in second place in the 2015 Sunday Times Sport Rich List. Formula One world champion Hamilton, who lives as a tax exile in Monaco, remains on pole position in the list but his fortune has increased by £20million on last year.
MAROUANE FELLAINI: I lost my quality for one year, and now it's back? Bulls***!
MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: The expletive, coming from the softly spoken lips of Marouane Fellaini, sounds so much more powerful. Fellaini doesn't curse. He doesn't raise his voice, he doesn't banter in a laddish fashion; he is the polar opposite of the bruising 6ft 4in presence on the pitch. It would take quite a lot to get Fellaini to swear, in fact. It would take mention of the criticism he received last season. 'Bull****,' says the Belgian, as he picks, with irritation, at a little scab on his knee.
West Ham 2-1 Man City: Vieira's stars fall to defeat with an Drury own goal
Patrick Vieira's Manchester City Elite Development Squad saw their Barclays Under 21 Premier League title hopes take a hit as an own goal gifted West Ham a deserved victory over them at Upton Park.
Iron man McCoy chases Hollywood ending aboard Box Office on final day in the saddle
The final afternoon of AP McCoy's career has arrived and he has admitted he is dreading it. For the peerless 20-time champion jockey what lies ahead could be an emotion-fuelled longest day of his life. It could also feel like the shortest day to a jockey whose routine has been winning races, lots of them.
'Shoot me if I ride professionally again', vows retiring McCoy as Racing Post produces stunning farewell cover
Retiring 20-time jump jockey AP McCoy has fired a borrowed phrase from Sir Steve Redgrave back at those who think he might perform a U-turn.
Hamilton makes flying visit to Rome as F1 star looks set for cameo in Zoolander 2
Looks like Lewis Hamilton has landed himself a cameo role in Zoolander 2. The F1 ace was spotted on the Rome set for the comedy sequel, in a scene that looked like Ben Stiller's male model was taking part in a catwalk show with Owen Wilson's Hansel. Lewis was sat front row with Olivia Munn and busily chatting in between takes on Friday.
Klitschko recalls his rise to the top ahead of latest title defence against Jennings
Wladimir Klitschko has recalled his dramatic rise to the top on the eve of his world title defence against undefeated Bryant Jennings.
Want to eat like a world champion? Here's the food Mayweather is tucking into a week before his Las Vegas fight with Pacquiao
He loves fast cars, big houses and flash clothes so Floyd Mayweather isn't one to hold back in the kitchen either, given that he pays up to $1,000 per plate when the food is cooked by Chef Q. The boxer invited compatriot Adrien Broner for a feast at his mansion, as he continues his preparation for the $300million mega-fight against Manny Pacquiao. Broner, a three-time world champion, took to Instagram to show off the food on show.
Jeff Powell's Greatest Fights: Leonard v Duran... the 'No Mas' fight, when forcing a warrior to quit was better than a KO
Floyd Mayweather v Manny Pacquiao will be the biggest fight of all time financially and the most significant this century. Evaluating the greatest ever fights is a complex variable of several factors including not only the quality and excitement of the action but the political, social and cultural undertones, the scale of expectation and outside influences. Where Money Man v PacMan comes to rank among the most important fights in ring history will depend upon what happens that coming night in the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Root left fuming after being denied double century by Anderson's careless run-out
Joe Root was denied the chance of scoring 200 runs against the West Indies as he was left stranded at the middle of the wicket due to an error by James Anderson. Root impressed with the bat on day four of the second Test in Grenada by scoring 182 runs in the beaming Caribbean sun. The Yorkshire County cricketer threw down his helmet after Anderson's careless run out as he made his way back to the pavilion.
Burgess stars in romp at the Rec as Ford's side move within one point of leaders Northampton
BATH 43-19 LONDON IRISH - Sam Burgess starred for Bath as Mike Ford's men moved within one point of Aviva Premiership leaders Northampton with a five-try hammering of London Irish at the Rec.
Song names NINE Barca players including Messi and Neymar in Fantasy Football XI
West Ham United's on-loan Barcelona midfielder Alex Song has picked his #one2eleven of stars he played alongside throughout his career, on The Fantasy Football Club on Sky Sports. Song, who has also played for Arsenal as well as representing Cameroon at international level, has picked a mixture of talent in his squad. Watch #one2eleven every Friday evening on The Fantasy Football Club, Sky Sports 1 or catch up On Demand.
Radcliffe admits her final London will end in tears on Sunday
Paula Radcliffe expects her emotions to spill over once more when she pulls down the curtain on her competitive running career in Subday's London Marathon.
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Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich may be the favourites, but don't discount Juventus... our reporters give their verdicts on the Champions League semi-finalists
The draw for the Champions League has pitted Pep Guardiola's Bayern Munich against his former club Barcelona, while handing Italian champions a daunting task against holders Real Madrid. With sub-plots aplenty, and quality assured, the final four of European's premier competition will all feel they have a real chance of adding to their titles. Sportsmail's reporters look at each side's reasons for optimism, and caution, ahead of the semi-finals...
Will the man in mask return to haunt Wenger? Fabregas plays for Chelsea at Arsenal for the first time and Gunners fans will pray that he won't make them pay
RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: The man in the mask is back. But it might take more than a slice of carbon fibre to protect Cesc Fabregas from what could be a quite hateful reception when he takes his first steps at the Emirates Stadium since he left to join Barcelona. That 2011 move was seen and widely accepted - externally - as the prodigal son going home.
STARS OF SPORT
- MAROUANE FELLAINI: I lost my quality for one year, and now it's back? Bulls***! CHIEF SPORTS WRITER MARTIN SAMUEL speaks to the Manchester United star
- Hamilton makes flying visit to Rome as F1 star looks set for cameo in Zoolander 2 Lewis Hamilton was spotted on the Rome set for comedy sequel Zoolander 2
- Mayweather invites Broner to his house for feast cooked by Chef Q... but each plate costs a minimum of $1000 Mayweather isn't one to hold back in the kitchen
- Woods faces tall order in teaching former NBA giant Yao Ming how to play golf Tiger Woods 'faced up' to 7ft 6in former NBA star Yao Ming in Shanghai on Friday
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Klitschko recalls his rise to the top ahead of latest title defence against JenningsWladimir Klitschko has recalled his dramatic rise to the top on the eve of his world title defence
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- Ronaldo gives shirt to a fan after hitting him with a wayward free-kick Cristiano Ronaldo didn't have too much joy with his trademark free-kicks against Atletico
- Schumacher's son Mick set for Formula 4 debut as 16-year-old protege follows in father's footsteps Michael Schumacher's son Mick begins his Formula 4 career
- Aguero takes on Reus in one-on-one clash in Puma boot launch Sergio Aguero and Marco Reus went head-to-head in an exciting clash
- Cavani overcomes PSG's Euro exit... with a trip to the zoo Edinson Cavani found a novel way of burying bad news of Champions League elimination
- Obama cracks joke about Deflategate as New England Patriots visit White House The Patriots celebrated their Super Bowl victory with the US president
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England flanker Haskell shows off inner Iron Man on Instagram
James Haskell must be excited about the release of Avengers: Age of Ultron this week
- Jockey ends race on bum note as trousers fall down to reveal rear end in final stretch! Blake Shinn rode his pants off in the opening race of this meeting
- Swansea's Gomis steps up recovery from hamstring injury Bafetimbi Gomis returned to France in a bid to get back playing as soon as possible for Swansea
- Ozil shows off Apple Watch on Instagram Arsenal host Premier League table toppers Chelsea at the weekend... and Mesut Ozil is counting down to kick-off
- McIlroy fronts cover of latest EA Sports PGA Tour video game EA Sports have revealed the first gameplay details for their latest golf game featuring Rory McIlroy
- Manny shows funny side in new advert Manny Pacquiao has appeared in a hilarious advert for Foot Locker ahead of his $300 fight with Floyd Mayweather
- Chelsea turn North London BLUE with stunt ahead of Emirates clash A group of Chelsea fans stormed Arsenal's Emirates Stadium earlier this week
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Happy St George's Day from Barcelona
Ivan Rakitic took time out from Barcelona's push in the Champions League and La Liga to celebrate day with his family
- Take Fabregas flag down, demand Arsenal fans ahead of skipper's return with Chelsea Flag at the Emirates is offending some of the Arsenal faithful
- Which England star marked St George's Day by posting this picture of him from childhood? A host of footballers took to Twitter to celebrate St George's Day...
- Mayweather has got Mariah Carey in his corner as he counts down to fight night We're just nine days away from the Fight of the Century
- So, what happened when Cahill and Oxlade-Chamberlain took on rugby challenge? London rivals in crossbar challenge ahead of Arsenal vs Chelsea
- Team America: USA women's side launch new World Cup kit The USA have unveiled their new kits for the women's soccer team ahead of the World Cup
- Mourinho snubs Champions League quarter-finals as he watches Fulham U21s with his son Special One watched Fulham lose to Porto
- Pep Guardiola charged by UEFA after wearing '#JusticiaParaTopo' t-shirt for journalist who died at World Cup Shocking UEFA charge for Bayern Munich boss
- Good idea eh, Louis? Manchester United fan hands Van Gaal £300m transfer wish list... topped by Bale! Time to go shopping for a Real's Gareth Bale
- Van Persie spotted out on a stroll as United striker steps up recovery after two months out injured Dutchman has been enjoying the sunshine
- Goalkeeper whose Wembley blunder led to Reading being dumped out of the FA Cup is due to get married on weekend of the final He saved his deposit!
- Drogba and friends auction VIP tickets to Mayweather vs Pacquiao as striker helps raise £400,000 Chelsea legend raised big money
- Motormouth Muller whips up Bayern fans by using megaphone to lead their chants Thomas Muller had plenty to shout about after breaking a record
- Former Scotland captain Hendry is banned from driving after being caught drunk at the wheel of his Ford Focus following row with girlfriend
- Cavani fell flat in latest audition to join Manchester United Edinson Cavani's performance against Barcelona may well have put off Louis van Gaal
- King of the crocks? Carroll shows off his impressive throne as injury-prone West Ham striker continues his latest rehab Has eye on next season
- Oops! Pep rips his trousers during Bayern win in Champions League quarter-finals Porto's defence was not the only thing to be ripped apart in Germany
- Xavi sets record for most appearances in Champions League after second-half cameo against PSG But Iker Casillas is breathing down his neck
- Fancy this, lads? WBC unveil $1MILLION emerald green belt to be given to Mayweather or Pacquiao for mega-fight It wouldn't look too bad on the mantlepiece...
- Ronnie plays in SOCKS 'because his feet hurt' before asking member of audience to lend him a comfier pair Snooker etiquette was well and truly broken
- So, which sporting superstar has turned to acupuncture? Sportsmen will go to all lengths to mend their battered bodies ahead of the next challenge...
- Murray watches Messi and Co as he takes a break from training It's been a good month for Andy Murray after tying the knot with Kim Sears
- Bayern's injured quartet watch from sidelines as Pep's men beat Porto to semis Franck Ribery and David Alaba were among those on the sidelines
- EXCLUSIVE: West Ham season tickets to cost as little as £289 when Hammers move to Olympic Stadium The cheapest in the Premier League
- Meet the boy Grealish with his Best look and model girlfriend Jack Grealish is the man-of-the-moment after his brilliant display against Liverpool at Wembley
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Here come the girls...
Stars of women's tennis, including Caroline Wozniacki and Ana Ivanvovic, attended the opening ceremony for the Porsche Grand Prix
- Bouchard is the Wimbledon darling who turned into a superbrat Eugenie Bouchard's refusal to shake hands with Alexandra Dulgheru before a match was the precursor of a bad week
- Smalling signs new long-term £80,000-a-week deal with United Defender Chris Smalling has signed a three-year contract to stay at Old Trafford until 2019
- United midfielder Blind receives self-portrait including father Danny as a late birthday gift Most 25-year-old's would prefer clothing... but not Dutch star Daley Blind
- Has Di Maria proved his commitment to Man United with new tattoo? Argentine winger has No 7 - his number for club and country - inked on his arm and shows it off
- Hamilton is backseat driver as younger brother prepares for British Touring Car Championship Nic Hamiliton ready to get behind the wheel
- Liverpool agree new three-year kit deal with Standard Chartered Liverpool celebrated signing a new deal with sponsors Standard Chartered Bank
- Ronaldo, Zidane and a whole host of football legends returned to the pitch for the 12th annual Match Against Poverty Legends turned out in force to support cause
- The women behind the men: Mayweather and Pacquiao spend time with partners as $300m mega-fight draws closer Boxing rivals spend time with loved ones
- Rooney, De Gea and Van Gaal meet fans in 'Dream Day' organised by United Foundation United stars put a smile on fans faces during special day
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Rooney pictured filling up his £100,000 Range Rover after United's defeat at Chelsea
United captain looked a forlorn figure as he was spotted in Cheshire
- Chelsea stars attend Didier Drogba's Foundation Charity Ball The Blues celebrated their 1-0 win against Manchester United at the Dorchester Hotel
- Fellaini twin mix-up had Chelsea sweating Jose Mourinho was told by a hotel doorman Fellaini was not playing... but soon realised he had seen midfielder's brother!
- Bamford wins Championship Player of the Year at Football League Awards Chelsea striker has impressed this season on loan at Boro
- Bigger table, sir? Giggs heads star-studded United reunion Paul Scholes, Gary Neville, Nicky Butt and Andrew Cole also dine after Chelsea defeat
- Depay attracting interest from 'big clubs', confirms PSV chief Memphis Depay looks almost certain to leave PSV Eindhoven, who have won the Dutch title
- Tim Howard joins in with wheelchair football team training session Tim Howard joined Everton in the Community's wheelchair team for training session
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Mayweather adds Mercedes-Maybach to his fleet of sports carsMayweather splashed out £140,000 on some new wheels ahead of his fight with Pacquiao
- Grealish reveals message of support from fan at Wembley Aston Villa's players were able to read messages of support from fans
- Get the party started! Bristol City crowned League One champions Bristol City had the champagne flowing despite a 0-0 draw with Coventry City
- Paris Saint-Germain captain nurses thigh injury at home Paris Saint-Germain face Nice on Saturday with a host of key stars missing, including Thiago Silva
- Bouchard causes a stir by refusing to shake opponent's hand AGAIN World No 7 Eugenie Bouchard has displayed her ruthless competitive streak again
LATEST MATCH REPORTS
- Fiorentina 2-0 Dynamo Kiev (agg 3-1): Mario Gomez and Juan Vargas send Viola through to Europa League semi-finals after Jeremain Lens receives harsh second yellow for dive
- Zenit 2-2 Sevilla (agg: 3-4): Beto blunders almost cost Sevilla their Europa League defence but Kevin Gameiro saves the day
- Napoli 2-2 Wolfsburg (agg 6-3): Rafael Benitez's side reach Europa League semis
- Dnipro 1-0 Brugge (1-0 agg): Yevhen Shakhov scores late winner as hosts book place in Europa League semi-final
- Real Madrid 1-0 Atletico Madrid (agg 1-0): Javier Hernandez late goal settles derby to book place in Champions League semi-finals after Arda Turan is sent off in 76th minute at the Bernabeu
- Monaco 0-0 Juventus (agg 0-1): The Old Lady preserves first-leg lead to make their first Champions League semi-final since 2003
- Bayern Munich 6-1 Porto (agg 7-4): Robert Lewandowski scores two in six-goal rout as Pep Guardiola's side overturn first leg deficit in emphatic style to reach Champions League semi-finals
- Barcelona 2-0 Paris St Germain (agg: 5-1): Neymar scores twice to ensure nightmare return to Nou Camp for Zlatan Ibrahimovic
- Blackburn 2-0 Millwall: Relegation to League One looms for Neil Harris' side after late goals from Rudy Gestede and Jordan Rhodes condemn them to another defeat
- Manchester City U18 1-3 Chelsea U18: Tammy Abraham stars as Blues take FA Youth Cup final advantage back to west London
- Don't get fooled again, Arsene Wenger... your Arsenal side will need more for a title assault
- Lewis Hamilton remains Britain's richest sports star with £88m fortune as Wayne Rooney overtakes Jenson...
- Ben Stokes and Marlon Samuels end their feud after Joe Root denied his double-ton by dozy James Anderson...
- Arsenal vs Chelsea is beauty against the beast but Blues boss Jose Mourinho is king when it comes to winning
- Ryan Giggs will be the next Manchester United manager... the way he works is a lot like Jose Mourinho, says...
- Manchester United offer David de Gea £200,000-a-week deal to try and keep goalkeeper at Old Trafford
- Daniel Sturridge in danger of falling down pecking order as Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers reveals plans to...
- Sunderland branded 'disgraceful' for allowing Adam Johnson to play against Stoke despite child sex charges
- Eden Hazard was too expensive... Arsenal could not afford him, admits Arsene Wenger
- Marouane Fellaini speaks out ahead of his return to Everton with Manchester United: 'I lost my quality for...
- West Ham United Under 21s 2-1 Manchester City Under 21s: Patrick Vieira's young stars fall to defeat with an...
- Manchester United close in on £20.5million deal to sign Germany international Ilkay Gundogan from Borussia...
- Isco comments suggest he regrets not joining Manchester City and opting for Real Madrid instead
- Cesc Fabregas chose Chelsea over Arsenal to win trophies, says Jose Mourinho as midfielder heads back to the...
- Tottenham still want cash for Emmanuel Adebayor... but would be willing to let him leave for free
- Arsenal star Francis Coquelin aiming to show 'unbelievable' Nemanja Matic who the real enforcer is against...
- Iron man AP McCoy chases Hollywood ending aboard Box Office at Sandown
- 'Shoot me if I ride professionally again', vows retiring AP McCoy as he refutes claims he could perform...
- View from the weighing room: Watching AP McCoy is a bit like watching Lionel Messi riding a horse... he just...
- Peter Scudamore picks his top 10 AP McCoy moments as the 20-time champion jockey prepares to say farewell at...
- Floyd Mayweather has earned more than $400m and here's how he spends it... from super cars to private jets, from bling watches to dozens of pairs of shoes
- Floyd Mayweather invites Adrien Broner to his house for feast cooked by Chef Q... and each plate costs a minimum of $1,000
- Will Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao fans flock to Periscope to watch fight for free despite broadcasters' clampdown?
- Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao tickets sell out within 60 seconds on Ticketmaster on Thursday evening
- Memphis Depay holds secret meeting with Manchester United as they close in on £25m PSV winger
- Isco comments suggest he regrets not joining Manchester City and opting for Real Madrid instead
- UEFA Champions League draw: Pep Guardiola's Bayern Munich to face Barcelona in semi-final as Juventus play Real Madrid
- Don't get fooled again, Arsene Wenger... your Arsenal side will need more for a title assault
- Manchester United close in on £20.5million deal to sign Germany international Ilkay Gundogan from Borussia Dortmund
- Cristiano Ronaldo shows his class as fan is given shirt after being hit by wayward free-kick in warm-up to Real Madrid vs Atletico
- Pep Guardiola ready to stop Lionel Messi as Bayern Munich are drawn against Barcelona in Champions League semi-final
- Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho left shocked after cheeky question about how hard he has been pushed by Arsene Wenger
- Bastian Schweinsteiger must leave Bayern Munich after losing his battle for supremacy in the midfield, says Dietmar Hamann
- Cesc Fabregas chose Chelsea over Arsenal to win trophies, says Jose Mourinho as midfielder heads back to the Emirates
- Champions League draw: Barcelona vs Bayern Munich, Juventus vs Real Madrid in semi final
- Real Madrid will not make Javier Hernandez loan deal permanent despite Manchester United striker's Champions League heroics
- Marouane Fellaini speaks out ahead of his return to Everton with Manchester United: 'I lost my quality for one year, and now it's back? Bulls***! That's my opinion'
- Ashley Young reveals how Louis van Gaal forces Manchester United stars to listen to funky house in Old Trafford dressing room
- Eden Hazard was too expensive... Arsenal could not afford him, admits Arsene Wenger
- Manchester United offer David de Gea £200,000-a-week deal to try and keep goalkeeper at Old Trafford
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MAYWEATHER vs PACQUIAO - ALL THE BIG FIGHT BUILD-UP
Pacquiao shows funny side by starring in hilarious new ad ahead of Mayweather fight
Manny Pacquiao has added another string to his impressive bow by appearing in a hilarious commercial for Foot Locker ahead of his showdown with Floyd Mayweather. The Filipino, who has tried his hand at acting and coaching basketball over the years, stole the show in an advertisement for the American sportswear company back in November by joking about the possibility of finally being able to go toe-to-toe with Mayweather.
Mayweather has earned over $400m... and here's how he spends it: From super cars to private jets, bling watches to fancy shoes
When Floyd Mayweather turned professional in 1996, his ring nickname was 'Pretty Boy'. But as he grew more successful and earned more money, he swapped that for 'Money', fitting for a man who has earned more than $400 million in his career.
FOOTBALL NEWS
Ready for the big one, lads? Chelsea's title-chasers sharpen up ahead of showdown
Chelsea can take another step closer towards securing the Premier League title when they face Arsenal on Sunday, and Jose Mourinho's side stepped up their preparations for the Emirates showdown in training.
Van Gaal forces United stars to listen to funky house music in dressing room... so does he dance like THIS?
Ashley Young has revealed the secret of his team-mates' changing room music playlist - and it's not what you expected. In an interview with MUTV, the English winger is joined on the sofa by singer-songwriter Olly Murs, who asks whether playlists in the changing room DJ Young is under strict orders from manager Louis van Gaal to play solely house and funky house music.
Van Gaal tells Fellaini to keep his cool ahead of potentially fiery return to face Everton as United stars get pumped up
Louis van Gaal has revealed that he has spoken to Marouane Fellaini about keeping his cool when the Manchester United midfielder returns to Goodison Park on Sunday for the first time since his £27million move from Everton. Fellaini, who followed manager David Moyes to Old Trafford in the summer of 2013, is set for a more hostile reception than Juan Mata received at his old club Chelsea last weekend.
Yaya IS happy with life at Man City, insists Pellegrini
Manuel Pellegrini insists that Yaya Toure is still happy at Manchester City and can fulfil his hunger for a new challenge by staying. The Ivory Coast star has sparked renewed speculation over his future by warning that his £220,000-a-week contract will not be enough to stop him from leaving if he feels the time is right.
Bristol Rovers were relegated from the Football League just 12 months ago, but Clarke's side have a shot at instant redemption on the final weekend
RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: The tears have dried but for how long? It's been almost a year to the day since Darrell Clarke cracked in front of the cameras as he explained how Bristol Rovers fell out of the Football League for the first time since 1920.
OTHER SPORTS NEWS
MLB game descends into chaos as players from Kansas City Royals and Chicago White Sox get involved in mass brawl
Baseball may not have a reputation for being a violent as some of America's other sports, but the MLB witnessed scenes more suited to the Ice-Hockey rink or grid-iron field on Thursday night. In the seventh innings of a game between the Kansas City Royals and rivals Chicago White Sox both sets of players became embroiled in a mass brawl. Umpires ejected a total of five players from both teams after the fight at Chicago's US Cellular Field in Illinois.
Rampage relishing Maldonado clash after winning fight to make UFC return
Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson has admitted he has already been through the wringer, even before he steps back into the Octagon. Jackson returns to the UFC after two years with Bellator when he takes on Fabio Maldonado.
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As English football prepares to fall silent to mark the 30th anniversary of the Bradford fire, why disaster still has power to shock
English football will stand still at just before three o'clock on Saturday to mark the 30th anniversary of the Bradford fire disaster. All fixtures in the Premier League and Football League will observe a minute's silence after 56 supporters died in the devastating blaze. The inferno ripped through Valley Parade on May 11, 1985 during the first half of a game against Lincoln City, before which Bradford had received the Third Division title.
McCoy and Radcliffe to compete for one final time... but who is the greatest sportsperson to hail from the UK?
Horse racing legend AP McCoy and long-distance star Paula Radcliffe will deliver their final farewells this weekend as they bow out of professional sport.
Will you take a picture of my son's first ride? He might not get many more... what McCoy's Dad said ahead of debut
They are proud words but ones spoken with relief coursing through them. They are a mother's innately, protective words. AP McCoy's mum. 'We are all going to Sandown on Saturday,' says Claire McCoy. 'It will be emotional in one way and relief in another. I'll be glad and I will be sorry too. He has had a great career. 'Twenty five years. It is the end of an era. I would not say I enjoyed every day of it and it is great he is hopefully coming out in one piece.