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29 December 2016
A Beginners Guide To Rugby Union
Rugby. A game described as a mortal’s clash of the Titans. If you’re new to the game of rugby, you might get a little confused about what’s actually going on. You might, for example, wonder why the game keeps stopping; whether there’s actually any difference between a ‘ruck’ and a ‘maul’; and what the heck a scrum is anyway?! As someone who was – until recently – a rugby novice, I feel your pain. I’ve always enjoyed rugby but, now I understand it, I’ve become one of those slightly annoying people that refer to technical rugby terms in casual conversation. And, once you’ve learnt it, the game is actually a lot simpler than you think.
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11 August 2017
England ring the changes for historic Edgbaston Test
England's side at Edgbaston will have another new opening batsman.
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29 August 2017
Week of Sport: 29 August
In this “week of sport” we’ve rounded up the highlights from the past seven days, recapping action from Women's US Open, Second Test Match at Headingly and Women's Rugby World Cup
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31 August 2017
Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal seek to progress in US Open
Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer will hope to make further US Open progress, while Kyle Edmund carries all British singles hopes on his shoulders.
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17 January 2018
Twickenham Stadium History
The history behind Twickenham Stadium.
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15 March 2018
How To Do A Day At The Kia Oval
Read Keith Prowse's guide to the Kia Oval to discover the ultimate cricket experiences and hospitality packages. Read up on the history of the Oval, find out what test matches are coming up in 2018 and find Oval tickets.
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16 May 2018
Off to the Races: A Horse Racing Glossary
This guide to horse-racing terminology explains the meanings behind the most commonly used jargon. From betting to breeding, this handy glossary breaks down well-known terms and phrases for even the newest of horse-racing fans.
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03 July 2018
The Brave Blossoms: a History of Rugby in Japan
Once the preserve of just a handful of traditional nations, rugby is now quickly becoming a truly global game. The rapid recent improvement of the Japan rugby team is a prime example of this.
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04 July 2018
The Evolution of Cricket – A History
The origins of cricket have long been debated, with one theory behind the sport attributing the rules to early shepherds. Discover the history of cricket & how it has evolved over time into the sport we know today.
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07 August 2018
How Does Cricket Scoring Work? - A Complete Guide
Wondering how cricket scores work? Check Keith Prowse's guide to cricket scoring for beginners to learn how points are awarded in cricket & how runs are scored.
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17 August 2018
Top 4 Main Differences Between Rugby League & Rugby Union
Rugby is a world renowned and quintessentially British sport and has a rich history, starting in the 1800s. Discover the origins and differences between rugby union and rugby league.
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31 August 2018
The Differences Between Rugby And American Football
Rugby and American Football are arguably very similar, both watched and celebrated globally. Discover which originated first, the history of the games and the differences in the rules.
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28 September 2018
What Makes The All Blacks So Successful?
The New Zealand rugby team are undisputed titans of the sport, with phenomenal players and the iconic haka preceding their games. But what makes the All Blacks so successful?
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03 October 2018
Top 10 Horse Racing Facts
Horse-racing is a long-celebrated tradition with an extensive history - read our guide to discover some of the most interesting facts about the sport.
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12 December 2018
How Buying Official Hospitality Can Make a Difference at a Grassroots Level Part 2
Our official appointment with many of the UK’s top events not only guarantees that everything from the ticket and seating location, the food, beverages and on-day service levels are the highest quality possible. It also means you can be certain that part of the cost of your booking is re-invested back into the sport at grassroots level and to support individuals in need.
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02 January 2019
Essential Tennis Terminology & Rules Glossary
Tennis is exhilarating to watch and one of the most fast-paced sports out there with a vocabulary to match - but what does it all mean? We break it all down in our tennis glossary.
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18 January 2019
The 10 greatest moments in the history of the Six Nations
Former England rugby union international and now Sky Sports commentator Stuart Barnes reflects on his 10 greatest moments in the history of the Six Nations.
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04 March 2019
The legendary players to have graced The Championships, Wimbledon in the open era
Here's our selection of the greatest Wimbledon players in the open-era.
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29 March 2019
How to enter the Investec Derby
Epsom's very own clerk of the course Andrew Cooper details the fascinating journey of a racehorse when entering the Epsom Derby.
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05 April 2019
What are the differences between Flat Racing and Jump Racing?
Epsom Downs Clerk of the Course Andrew Cooper provides a fascinating comparison between the two codes of horse racing.