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Tennis, cricket, squash or rugby? Ulster's Cunningham on turning down Bollettieri and finding success
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Tuesday, 17 December 2019 09:00
Aaron Sexton had a big decision to make during the summer.The 18-year-old signed an Academy contract with Ulster Rugby in June and, the following month, almost won a medal in the 200m final at the European Under-20 Championships in Sweden.That race marked the end of a glittering junior athletics career as the former Bangor Grammar pupil decided to leave sprinting…
No rush to extend Jones' England deal, says RFU boss
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Tuesday, 17 December 2019 09:57
The Rugby Football Union will not rush to hand England boss Eddie Jones a contract extension through to the 2023 World Cup in France. Jones, who guided England to the World Cup final in November, has a deal until August 2021. But RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney says any extension "has to work for both sides". "Those conversations are ongoing,"…
Howley apologises for betting breaches while 'battling demons'
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Tuesday, 17 December 2019 03:55
Former Wales backs coach Rob Howley has apologised for breaching betting rules as he "battled demons" in the wake of his sister's death.On Monday the 49-year-old was banned from rugby for 18 months, with nine suspended, for placing bets on more than 1,000 matches over four years.Howley said in a statement on Tuesday: "I would like to take this opportunity…
Exeter could host Champions Cup quarter-final despite ground not having 15,000 capacity
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Monday, 16 December 2019 23:34
Exeter are set to be allowed to stage a home quarter-final in the Champions Cup, even though their ground does not meet the 15,000 minimum capacity.They top their pool with four wins from four games, but have never been in a position to have a home draw for the knockout phase until this season.Decisions about hosting lie with European Professional…
Ireland's Beirne a Six Nations doubt with broken ankle
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Monday, 16 December 2019 11:26
Ireland forward Tadhg Beirne is a major injury concern for the Six Nations after Munster confirmed he will require surgery on a broken ankle. The 27-year-old sustained the fracture in Munster's 15-6 defeat by Saracens on Saturday in the Champions Cup. Beirne twisted an ankle and was taken off on a stretcher after 10 minutes. Munster gave no indication of…
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Monday, 16 December 2019 01:55
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Munster medic's comment to Saracen's George caused 30-man brawl, says McCall
Saturday, 14 December 2019 11:25
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Calvisano 13-20 Leicester Tigers: English side keep control of European Challenge Cup pool
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Connacht snatch dramatic win over Gloucester
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