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The Dragons Have Woken . . . But Won’t Get Scary Until Next Season
Something is stirring in the Dragons’ lair. For too long, the wheezing also-rans among the four Welsh regions – and none have run particularly well in recent years – the Dragons have suddenly found their voice, if not yet, their fire.
Geraint Thomas Stays Second As Giro Rolls On
Geraint Thomas remains in second place in the overall standings at the Giro d’Italia after another bruising stage for the riders. The Welsh star remains 46 seconds behind two-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar after five stages of the race.
“The Best No.13 In The World” . . . Jonathan Davies Earns Glowing Farewell
Scarlets head coach Dwyane Peel has paid a fulsome tribute to Jonathan Davies, claiming the Wales centre became “the best No.13 in the world” during his time with the region. Davies, 36, has announced he will be leaving the Scarlets at the end of the season, bringing down the curtain on a 16-year involvement with his home region over two spells.
Price Is Right For Saturday Night Coronation
Imagine if Gareth Bale - or Jess Fishlock, for that matter – had packed in football at the age of 20 as a full Wales international to take up another sport. Now, consider the reaction if they had not only become an Olympic champion, but also world champion by the time they were still in their 20s.
What A Sport! James's Gesture Costs Him Lytham Trophy
An outstanding piece of sportsmanship may have cost James Ashfield The Lytham Trophy, but still Welsh golfers showed they are in form to compete with the best in Europe.
Lloyd Scores Stellantis Cup Victory In Ireland
Ioan Lloyd scored a fantastic victory on the Stellantis Motorsport Rally Cup in Ireland (4-5 May). The 21-year old from Llandysul was contesting the Killarney Rally of the Lakes, which was round three of the new series for young drivers in identical Rally4 cars, and claimed his second win of the year with a superb drive against fierce opposition.
Cardiff New Boy Ed Byrne Excited To Swap Dublin Blue Of Leinster For Blue And Black
Cardiff have moved quickly to replace the departing Rhys Carre by signing two new looseheads for next season. Six-times capped Irish international Ed Byrne, a veteran of 10 seasons at Leinster, will be heading to the Arms Park this summer along with 25-year-old Exeter Chiefs prop Danny Southworth.
Aaron Collins Ready To Join Welsh Championship Brigade With Bolton
Bolton’s Welsh striker Aaron Collins is 90 minutes away from playing in the Championship next season after his wonderful goal sent his club on their way to a Wembley play-off final. Collins - a former Wales U19 cap- secured his place in the League One play-off final despite Bolton being beaten by Barnsley at the Toughsheet Community Stadium as Ian Evatt’s side edged the visitors 5-4 on aggregate.
Dragons Back Filo Tiatia As The Man To Finally Plug The Gaps
Filo Tiatia has been backed as the man to finally plug the leaky Dragons’ defence next season. The former Ospreys ‘Galactico’ is returning to Wales as the defence coach at Dragons RFC.
Dragons Boss Says Shane Means Pain For Opponents Next Season
Dragons coach Dai Flanagan believes he has added another piece to the jigsaw of the region’s rebuild with the capture of Shane Lewis-Hughes from Cardiff. The former Wales back row forward will move to Rodney Parade ahead of the 2024/25 season.
Imps
County Loving Life After Flynn Says 'I'm Staying'
Newport County are on a high after manager Michael Flynn said no to Lincoln City’s offer to become their manager.
The Imps approached County and were given permission for talks with Flynn, but he quickly decided to stay with his home city club.
Newport play SkyBet League Two leaders Exeter City at... Read More
Cornwall's Scott Has Perfect Answer To Newport Banter
Cornishman Scott Bennett has been taking some good-natured stick from team-mates over his lack of goals - and had the perfect answer.
Former Exeter and Notts County defender Bennett fired Newport’s winner against League Two champions Lincoln City and kept the Exiles on course for a play-offs finish.
That was Bennett’s sixth... Read More
Flynn's Newport Edged Out In Rip-Roaring Clash
Newport County played their part in a rip-roaring League Two clash at Lincoln City, but the Imps were celebrating at the final whistle.
Manager Michael Flynn’s County fought with heart and character, but they were edged out by the League Two leaders at Sincil Bank.
Lincoln into a two goal lead courtesy... Read More
Matt Heads Off To Salford Before Newport Visit Lincoln
Former Cardiff City and Newport County striker Matt Green has left League Two leaders Lincoln City to sign for Salford City.
Welshman Green, aged 31, has signed a two-and-a-half year deal with Salford one says: “It’s a refreshing challenge for me and I’m really looking forward to getting started and hopefully... Read More
Newport County Rue Defensive Lapses Against Imps
Newport County were forced into a late team reshuffle at Sincil Bank and suffered the consequences.
Defender Mark O’Brien cried off with illness just before kick-off, County changed their team shape to accommodate late call-up midfield player Matty Dolan.
“Pipey was out with a hamstring injury and O’Brien was sick after we’d... Read More
Exiles And Imps Planning For Wembley Stadium Visit
Newport County make a League Two trip to play Lincoln City tonight - and both clubs are planning for a Wembley Stadium visit.
Manager Michael Flynn and his County players have already booked their trip and play Spurs at Wembley in their FA Cup fourth round replay on Wednesday, February 7.
The... Read More
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