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Grandson of Antarctic adventurer Edgar Evans in plea for memorial statue (2/18/2012 2:48:03 AM)
THE grandson of Edgar Evans who died on Captain Scott’s ill-fated Antarctic expedition has made an impassioned plea for a statue to be erected in his grandfather’s memory.
Tito warns of Welsh rugby 'crash' (2/17/2012 9:24:06 PM)
Cardif Blues captain Paul Tito says the WRU must step in to help the Welsh regions solve their financial problems.
Kevin Pietersen confident of scoring more runs for England (2/17/2012 3:44:13 PM)
Kevin Pietersen is confident he and others can take their lead from captain Alastair Cook's scintillating form, in the remainder of England's one-day international series against Pakistan.
VIDEO: Friday Focus with Drogba and Friedel (2/17/2012 3:44:08 PM)
Dan Walker is joined by former Scotland and Leeds captain Gary McAllister at Elland Road with a look ahead to Saturday's Football Focus, featuring Didier Drogba and Brad Friedel.
David Beckham offers support to Fabio Capello (2/17/2012 1:24:05 PM)
Former England captain David Beckham has offered his support to Fabio Capello, the Italian who called time on Beckham's international career, after his decision to stand down as England manager
David Beckham backs Harry Redknapp for England job (2/17/2012 12:44:30 PM)
Former England captain David Beckham has backed Harry Redknapp to become the next England manager and believes the Tottenham boss has all the right credentials for the role.
Brazil youngster wins Spurs trial (2/17/2012 9:08:36 AM)
Tottenham Hotspur are understood to have handed a two-month trial to Brazil Under-20 captain Bruno Uvini.
Cricket: Ravi Bopara backing Alastair Cook to play more Twenty20 game for England (2/17/2012 1:09:30 AM)
RAVI BOPARA sees it as near inevitable that England’s one-day international captain Alastair Cook will soon be adding to the four Twenty20 caps he has to his name to date.
Liverpool striker Luis Suárez could be a summer target for wealthy French club Paris St-Germain (2/17/2012 12:23:54 AM)
French club may test Liverpool's resolve for Luis Suárez, while striker gets support from his captain and president.
Sorenstam says no to Solheim Cup captaincy (2/16/2012 7:44:49 PM)
(Reuters) - Former women's world number one Annika Sorenstam has rejected the chance to captain the European Solheim Cup team in next year's biennial match against United States.
Luis Suarez showed balls for refusing to shake Patrice Evra's hand, says Uruguay team-mate Diego Lugano (2/16/2012 3:26:24 PM)
Uruguay captain Diego Lugano risks reigniting row by claiming Liverpool striker simply "followed his principles".
Robbie Keane wants Premier League return (2/16/2012 10:28:43 AM)
Aston Villa hope to sign Robbie Keane on a permanent deal with the striker considering a return to the Premier League. The Republic of Ireland captain has been on loan since January.
National Sport: Winning the priority for Cook (2/16/2012 9:28:24 AM)
Alastair Cook made history as the only England captain ever to hit back-to-back one-day international hundreds, yet the Essex man relegated his own performance below that of his team.
Breaking News: Winning the priority for Cook (2/16/2012 8:48:22 AM)
Alastair Cook made history as the only England captain ever to hit back-to-back one-day international hundreds, yet the Essex man relegated his own performance below that of his team.
Costa Concordia captain Francesco Schettino uniforms now on sale in Italy (2/16/2012 3:44:03 AM)
The Costa Concordia captain Francesco Schettino costume is the in-demand garment ahead of the annual Milan Festival.
AUDIO: Robshaw 'honoured' by captaincy (2/15/2012 10:44:45 PM)
Chris Robshaw says he is "very honoured" after being appointed as England's international captain for the remainder of the Six Nations.
Warburton expected to boost Wales (2/15/2012 10:44:45 PM)
Wales captain Sam Warburton should be fit to face England at Twickenham, while three other injured players are set to return to training next week.
Cook hits second straight ton as England win again (2/15/2012 10:28:26 PM)
Alastair is first England captain - and only 10th player in country's history - to achieve feat in one-dayers
SIX NATIONS 2012: Chris Robshaw takes tips from Will Carling (2/15/2012 7:44:16 PM)
Chris Robshaw revealed he has been taking tips from Will Carling - England's most successful Grand Slam captain - after being confirmed in the role for the rest of the RBS 6 Nations.
Robshaw named England captain for Six Nations (2/15/2012 6:08:24 PM)
Harlequins captain Chris Robshaw has admitted skippering England against Wales at Twickenham is a different ball game to leading the team to wins over Scotland and Italy.
SIX NATIONS 2012: Chris Robshaw to remain England captain (2/15/2012 5:24:12 PM)
Chris Robshaw has been confirmed as England captain for the rest of the Six Nations. The Harlequins flanker led England to victories over Scotland and Italy.
Rugby News: Chris Robshaw confirmed as England captain for rest of Six Nations (2/15/2012 5:08:23 PM)
Chris Robshaw has been confirmed as England captain for the rest of the Six Nations.
Breaking News: Robshaw captaincy extended (2/15/2012 4:08:33 PM)
Chris Robshaw has been confirmed as England captain for the rest of the RBS 6 Nations.
Chris Robshaw to retain England captaincy for duration of Six Nations (2/15/2012 3:44:04 PM)
Chris Robshaw has been confirmed as England captain for the rest of the RBS 6 Nations.
Robshaw named England captain for Six Nations (2/15/2012 2:06:59 PM)
Harlequins captain Chris Robshaw has admitted skippering England against Wales at Twickenham is a different ball game to leading the team to wins over Scotland and Italy.
National Sport: Robshaw captaincy extended (2/15/2012 1:47:52 PM)
Chris Robshaw has been confirmed as England captain for the rest of the RBS 6 Nations.
Hughes to captain Ulster in Sligo (2/15/2012 1:24:03 PM)
Monghan defender Darren Hughes is named captain of the Ulster side to face Connacht in the Inter-Provincial semi-final.
Carnage looms at Ibrox, warns Terry Butcher (2/15/2012 9:44:16 AM)
Former England captain Terry Butcher fears Rangers are facing ‘pure carnage’ after the Scottish Premier League giants went into administration on Tuesday.
Bruno Uvini to move to Spurs from Sao Paulo for £3.1million (2/15/2012 12:44:26 AM)
Tottenham have agreed a deal to sign Brazil Under 20 captain Bruno Uvini — even though the window is closed.
VIDEO: Focus Forum - changing room antics (2/14/2012 10:26:28 PM)
Dan Walker is joined by Martin Keown and former Sunderland captain Michael Gray in the Stadium of Light changing room to chat about pre-match rituals and Keown's bizarre boot sizes in this week's Focus Forum.
Leeds Rhinos captain Kevin Sinfield proud to fly the flag for Super League in World Club Challenge against Manly (2/14/2012 8:45:02 PM)
Leeds captain says Super League champions can give English game a "shot in the arm" in World Club Challenge.
Michael Dobson injured for Hull KR (2/14/2012 3:06:19 PM)
Hull KR will be without acting captain Michael Dobson for a month with a shoulder injury. The Australian scrum-half sustained the injury in Sunday's 22-10 Stobart Super League win at Wakefield.
Coach Mott 'let down' by Petersen (2/14/2012 12:24:05 PM)
Matthew Mott says he feels let down by former captain Alviro Petersen's decision not to return to Glamorgan.
National Sport: Ponting back in charge (2/14/2012 10:28:22 AM)
Ricky Ponting is to captain Australia again after national selector John Inverarity installed him as skipper for this Friday's one-day meeting with Sri Lanka in Sydney.
Ledley King: New Tottenham contract talks begin (2/14/2012 10:03:45 AM)
Tottenham captain Ledley King hopes his performances this season have been enough to convince bosses to offer him a new two-year contract.
Ricky Ponting to captain Australia v Sri Lanka (2/14/2012 10:03:45 AM)
Ricky Ponting is to captain Australia again after national selector John Inverarity installed him as skipper for this Friday's one-day meeting with Sri Lanka in Sydney.
Breaking News: Ponting back in charge (2/14/2012 9:48:54 AM)
Ricky Ponting is to captain Australia again after national selector John Inverarity installed him as skipper for this Friday's one-day meeting with Sri Lanka in Sydney.
Cricket: Glamorgan “let down” by Alviro Petersen U-turn (2/14/2012 8:51:25 AM)
GLAMORGAN coach Matthew Mott has criticised former captain Alviro Petersen after the South African announced he was joining Essex.
Leon Smith wants to know is Andy Murray will play in the Davis Cup (2/14/2012 1:06:24 AM)
British captain Leon Smith will seek a swift indication from Andy Murray about his Davis Cup intentions for the next round in April, which could put his side within one match of a return to the elite World Group.
Cook happy with England fightback (2/13/2012 8:04:52 PM)
England captain Alastair Cook is pleased to get over a "frustrating" Test series whitewash with a 130-run one-day international over Pakistan in Abu Dhabi.
Cricket: Glamorgan let down by Alviro Petersen U-Turn (2/13/2012 6:28:23 PM)
GLAMORGAN coach Matthew Mott has criticised former captain Alviro Petersen after the South African announced he was joining Essex.
Pakistan v England: Alastair Cook leads by example, in pictures (2/13/2012 3:23:50 PM)
In pics: England captain hits century in first ODI against Pakistan.
Cricket: Glamorgan target Henriques as former skipper Petersen heads for Essex (2/13/2012 2:27:10 PM)
GLAMORGAN are lining up a move for Australian all-rounder Moises Henriques – just as Essex-bound former captain Alviro Petersen claimed he had wanted to rejoin the county.
MS Dhoni: "I'll step down if India can find a better captain" (2/13/2012 12:08:08 PM)
Under-fire India captain says he's ready to step down when a replacement has been chosen
Breaking News: Mecir hails Evans after victory (2/13/2012 11:48:56 AM)
Davis Cup hero Dan Evans has the potential to break into the world's top 100, according to the captain of the team against whom he came of age.
Smith quietens victory talk (2/13/2012 11:28:37 AM)
Davis Cup captain still rates Slovakia as favourites
Scotland: Darren Fletcher making progress in battle with illness ahead of World Cup qualifying campaign (2/13/2012 10:26:57 AM)
SCOTLAND captain Darren Fletcher has given Craig Levein new hope he could lead his country into the World Cup qualifiers in September.
National Sport: Mecir hails Evans after victory (2/13/2012 9:47:55 AM)
Davis Cup hero Dan Evans has the potential to break into the world's top 100, according to the captain of the team against whom he came of age.
Cardiff leapfrog Coventry (2/13/2012 9:47:55 AM)
LINEMATES Jeff Pierce, Phil Hill and captain Stuart MacRae led the charge in a convincing Cardiff Devils home win against Edinburgh Capitals at Cardiff Bay Arena on Saturday.
Man Utd FC: Wayne Rooney would be interested in England captaincy - but also backs Steven Gerrard (2/13/2012 9:08:32 AM)
WAYNE ROONEY has insisted he would relish being England captain – but acknowledged the matter is out of his hands.
Everton FC: Everton FC have set a standard says Phil Neville (2/13/2012 9:08:32 AM)
PHIL NEVILLE insists the standards set against Chelsea should be the bare minimum every time Everton take to the pitch – as the captain admits they lost their confidence when taking on the top four.
Welsh Football League: Captain fantastic seals it for City in final minutes (2/13/2012 9:08:32 AM)
DELIGHTED City boss Neville Powell said there could not have been a more fitting match-winner than captain James Brewerton, who plundered an injury-time decider at Stebonheath Park.
North Wales News: North Wales astronomer to recreate Captain Cook’s maiden voyage (2/13/2012 8:48:26 AM)
AN astronomer is preparing to recreate Captain Cook’s maiden voyage to record the transit of Venus – a natural phenomenon that happens only twice every 120 years.
'It's a good sign that we can lose key players and not let it affect us' (2/13/2012 1:24:05 AM)
Gone are the days when Wales would lose one of their superstars and wither in the fallout. Warren Gatland's young side saw not only their captain fantastic fall to injury but also their most potent weapon. Yet still they emerged victorious.
Matthew Norman on Monday: The Sun goes down on a romance to rival Casablanca (2/13/2012 1:07:02 AM)
With the Mills & Boon romance between The Sun and the police disintegrating into rancour, how ironic to find its editor guided by a much-loved cinematic bent copper. When on Saturday The Sun's editor Dominic Mohan claimed to be "as shocked as anyone by today's arrests", some may have pictured the latest addition to Wapping's stable of Captain Renaults treating the ague by nipping off to cash his chips. Yet this is no time for cynicism.Related StoriesThe Diary: Car park problems are starting to drive the peers madLuke Blackall: Someone save us from the curse of the canapé
National Sport: Neville welcomes Pienaar return (2/12/2012 5:48:22 PM)
Everton captain Phil Neville believes Steven Pienaar is back to his best at a club that loves him.
Rugby News: Six Nations: Sam Warburton ruled out of Wales v Scotland (2/12/2012 5:08:35 PM)
Wales captain Sam Warburton was a late withdrawal from Sunday's Six Nations clash against Scotland at the Millennium Stadium.
Breaking News: Neville welcomes Pienaar return (2/12/2012 5:08:35 PM)
Everton captain Phil Neville believes Steven Pienaar is back to his best at a club that loves him.
VIDEO: O'Connell on Ireland postponement (2/12/2012 5:03:53 PM)
Ireland captain Paul O'Connell says some of the areas around the pitch in the Stade de France were "like concrete" but admits the postponement of their match against France is "massive disappointment" especially for their travelling supporters.
New Footage Of Chaos On Costa Concordia (2/12/2012 9:27:56 AM)
New footage has emerged of the Costa Concordia's captain on the bridge in the minutes after the ship hit a rock off the coast of the Italian island of Giglio.
Pictured for the first time: Captain Calamity's reaction to Costa Concordia disaster from inside cruise liner's bridge (2/12/2012 3:26:42 AM)
Dramatic pictures have emerged from the bridge of the Costa Concordia showing the dithering reaction of the ship's captain in the minutes after he had recklessly steered it onto rocks.
The Last Word: If Harry can't get England out of jail, we may as well throw away the key (2/12/2012 3:26:38 AM)
Many years ago, before Sven and his harem, Steve and his brolly and Fabio and his captain – before Glenn and his reincarnation and Kevin and his cubicle even – a former columnist on this newspaper proposed the idea that the manager of England be allowed to undertake the role as an inmate of Wormwood Scrubs.
Wayne Rooney wants to be England captain (2/12/2012 12:44:24 AM)
Wayne Rooney insisted he would relish being England captain - but acknowledged the matter is out of his hands.
Breaking News: Fleming and Hutchins put GB ahead (2/11/2012 7:08:36 PM)
Great Britain moved to within one rubber of a fifth consecutive Davis Cup win under captain Leon Smith after Colin Fleming and Ross Hutchins beat Michal Mertinak and Filip Polasek of Slovakia at Glasgow's Braehead Arena.
National Sport: Fleming and Hutchins put GB ahead (2/11/2012 6:29:02 PM)
Great Britain moved to within one rubber of a fifth consecutive Davis Cup win under captain Leon Smith after Colin Fleming and Ross Hutchins beat Michal Mertinak and Filip Polasek of Slovakia at Glasgow's Braehead Arena.
National Sport: Wenger hits out at Spanish press (2/11/2012 11:48:41 AM)
Arsene Wenger has accused the Spanish media of trying to unsettle Arsenal captain Robin van Persie.
CRICKET: Harrison takes on new role (2/11/2012 11:27:53 AM)
Jason Harrison, who caused a surprise when he quit as captain and first-team coach of Oxford CC just before Christmas, has acquired another coaching role.
SPL: Kilmarnock suffer blow as skipper Manuel Pascali breaks leg in bizarre training accident (2/11/2012 9:49:35 AM)
KILMARNOCK captain Manuel Pascali is out for the rest of the season after breaking a leg yesterday in a freak training-ground accident.
Rugby News: Six Nations: We must cut out yellow cards says Wales' Sam Warburton (2/11/2012 9:27:23 AM)
WALES captain Sam Warburton admits it is time his Six Nations title contenders avoided any further outbreaks of the yellow peril that threatened to lay them low in Dublin last weekend.
Breaking News: Wenger hits out at Spanish press (2/11/2012 9:27:23 AM)
Arsene Wenger has accused the Spanish media of trying to unsettle Arsenal captain Robin van Persie.
Wenger hits out at Real link to RVP (2/11/2012 12:43:46 AM)
Questions over the Arsenal captain Robin van Persie's future should be referred to the player himself, the club's manager, Arsène Wenger, said yesterday. Van Persie was quoted in the Spanish press yesterday morning as saying that he was interested in a move to Real Madrid.
England's salvation: The 10-step guide (2/10/2012 4:47:40 PM)
White-hot documents obtained by Sporting Week indicate that the FA believe they remain in complete control of the England team's future, despite carelessly mislaying a captain and a manager in the run-up to Euro 2012.
Leicestershire seal Sarwan deal (2/10/2012 3:04:08 PM)
Former West Indies captain Ramnaresh Sarwan signs a deal to become Leicestershire's overseas player for 2012.
Breaking News: Agent quells Hiddink possibility (2/10/2012 1:49:22 PM)
Guus Hiddink's "strong personal relationship" with ousted captain John Terry could rule him out of contention to be the next England manager.
Guus Hiddink's 'personal relationship' with John Terry could scupper England chances says agent (2/10/2012 1:24:15 PM)
Guus Hiddink's "strong personal relationship" with ousted captain John Terry could rule him out of contention to be the next England manager.
Guus Hiddink England hopes could suffer John Terry setback (2/10/2012 10:24:15 AM)
Guus Hiddink's 'strong personal relationship' with ousted captain John Terry could rule him out of contention to be the next England manager.
National Sport: Agent quells Hiddink possibility (2/10/2012 9:29:14 AM)
Guus Hiddink's "strong personal relationship" with ousted captain John Terry could rule him out of contention to be the next England manager.
Breaking News: Jones set for lock role (2/10/2012 8:50:15 AM)
Former Wales captain Ryan Jones will take the place of banned lock Bradley Davies in Sunday's RBS 6 Nations clash against Millennium Stadium visitors Scotland.
Rugby News: Six Nations: Scotland want Millennium Stadium roof closed (2/10/2012 8:50:15 AM)
SCOTLAND plan to meet fire with fire in Sunday’s RBS 6 Nations match with Wales, with captain Ross Ford confirming the visitors have asked for the Millennium Stadium roof to be closed.
Kean expects Samba to play again (2/10/2012 2:24:12 AM)
Blackburn manager Steve Kean expects wantaway captain Chris Samba to play for the club again although he is injured for Saturday's match with QPR.
Slovakia will be tough - GB boss (2/10/2012 2:24:12 AM)
Great Britain captain Leon Smith warns his team they will have to be at their best to beat in-form Slovakia in their Davis Cup meeting on Friday.
Six Nations 2012: Scotland want roof closed v Wales (2/10/2012 1:04:08 AM)
Scotland plan to meet fire with fire in Sunday's RBS 6 Nations match with Wales, with captain Ross Ford confirming the visitors have asked for the Millennium Stadium roof to be closed.
Get me out of here: Terry leaves England for mini-break, missing Chelsea's game at Everton (2/10/2012 1:04:08 AM)
Deposed England captain John Terry, the man at the centre of the storm between the FA and Fabio Capello, has left the country on a mini-break.
National Sport: Jones set for lock role (2/9/2012 6:49:01 PM)
Former Wales captain Ryan Jones will take the place of banned lock Bradley Davies in Sunday's RBS 6 Nations clash against Millennium Stadium visitors Scotland.
National Sport: England unchanged for Italy clash (2/9/2012 1:28:43 PM)
Chris Robshaw will captain an unchanged England team in Saturday's RBS 6 Nations clash with Italy in Rome's Stadio Olimpico.
David Cameron: 'Capello wrong on John Terry' (2/9/2012 1:24:06 PM)
Prime Minister David Cameron has reacted to Capello's resignation as England football manager, saying he was "sorry to see Fabio go".Related StoriesDavid Cameron on who he wants to replace Fabio CapelloSir Alex Ferguson on John Terry and Rio FerdinandNext England captain 'up in the air'Harry Redknapp proud of Spurs' Premier League performanceRichard Desmond on the McCannsRelated StoriesRedknapp jurors consider verdictsCCTV of tractor-driving thieves ram raiding bankHarry Redknapp cleared of tax evasionCapello quits EnglandPrince Harry completes Apache training
Other Sports: Golf: Padeswood and Buckley Golf Club appoint Nick Hodge as junoir captain (2/9/2012 12:48:59 PM)
NICK Hodge has been appointed Padeswood and Buckley Golf Club junior captain for 2012 after a fantastic 2011.
Breaking News: England unchanged for Italy clash (2/9/2012 12:07:53 PM)
Chris Robshaw will captain an unchanged England team in Saturday's RBS 6 Nations clash with Italy in Rome's Stadio Olimpico.
Who next for England after Capello resignation? (2/9/2012 11:44:07 AM)
Who will succeed Fabio Capello as England manager? Will it be Harry Redknapp, Arsene Wenger or even the Special One?Related StoriesCapello could be in trouble over Terry commentsFabio Capello tweets: England players react to resignationManchester City 3 Tottenham 2FA statement on Fabio Capello in fullEngland captain Chris Robshaw proud to take roleRelated StoriesCapello's successor: The contendersFA statement on Fabio Capello in fullCapello reaction: Former FA chief is "surprised not shocked"Capello quits BritainDavid Cameron: 'Capello wrong on John Terry'
Six Nations 2012: England unchanged against Italy (2/9/2012 11:23:53 AM)
Chris Robshaw will captain an unchanged England team into Saturday's Six Nations clash with Italy in Rome's Stadio Olimpico. England started the campaign with a 13-6 win over Scotland.
Corretja begins Davis Cup reign with Spain B team (2/9/2012 9:45:45 AM)
LONDON (Reuters) - There will be an unfamiliar look about Spain when they begin the defense of the Davis Cup against Kazakhstan on Friday with a new captain and without several regulars, most notably Rafa Nadal.
Bucks captain signs for Beaconsfield CC (2/9/2012 8:28:42 AM)
BEACONSFIELD Cricket Club have secured a major signing for next season with Bucks captain Jason Harrison coming on board as player/coach.
VIDEO: Prince Harry qualifies as pilot (2/9/2012 4:24:07 AM)
Prince Harry, a captain with the Army Air Corps, has qualified as an Apache helicopter pilot.
Vincent Kompany returns to training with Aston Villa (2/9/2012 12:44:44 AM)
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany is back in training after recovering from a knee injury. The Belgium defender hopes to be fit for the game at Aston Villa on Sunday.
AUDIO: Shearer surprised by Capello resignation (2/8/2012 10:04:05 PM)
Former England captain Alan Shearer says he is shocked and amazed by Fabio Capello's decision to resign as England manager and urges the FA to appoint an Englishman as his successor.
Chelsea defender John Terry faces the boot from sponsor Umbro (2/8/2012 12:24:32 PM)
Axed England captain John Terry has suffered a second blow in the wake of the Anton Ferdinand storm after being frozen out by boot sponsor Umbro.
Chris Samba rift with Steve Kean worsens (2/8/2012 12:24:32 PM)
Blackburn manager Steve Kean's hopes of reconciling his row with captain Chris Samba took a turn for the worse as the defender missed a reserve fixture he was scheduled to feature in.
Controls 'taken' from crash pilot (2/8/2012 11:44:26 AM)
The co-pilot of a plane had the controls taken from him by a newly-promoted captain seconds before it crashed, investigators say.
Edwards targeting unbeaten 2012 (2/8/2012 9:07:54 AM)
Kent and England captain Charlotte Edwards challenges her team to win every single match this year.
Costa captain stays in house arrest (2/8/2012 12:04:46 AM)
The Italian captain of the shipwrecked cruise liner Costa Concordia must remain under house arrest while investigators look into possible charges against him, a court in Florence, Italy, ruled Tuesday, a defense lawyer said.