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The fact that Geraint Thomas is fourth favourite with the bookies to win the 109th Tour de France, which begins in Copenhagen on Friday - behind only Slovenians Tadej Pogacar and Primoz Roglic, and last year’s runner-up Jonas Vingegaard - is, frankly, pretty extraordinary when you consider where the Welshman was six months ago. Crashes at last year’s Tour de France and then, in quick succession, the Tokyo Olympics, derailed Thomas’ 2021 season. Heading into the winter, the 36 year-old was struggling both mentally and physically. Negotiations with Ineos Grenadiers over a new contract were dragging, his shoulder needed surgery. And then he got Covid at Christmas. “It was definitely the hardest time of my career looking back,” says Thomas, speaking from his hotel room after his final pre-Tour training ride on Thursday. “It was just one thing after the other. Obviously the summer was hard. I committed so much to last year’s Tour, spent so much time away from Sa and Macs [wife Sara … [Read more...] about Geraint Thomas interview: ‘I just thought why me, what have I done to deserve this?’

Calvin Harris and his model girlfriend Aarika Wolf have reportedly split up after long-distance put a strain on their relationship. The producer and DJ, 38, and the model, 27, had been dating for four years before their romance turned sour. According to a source, Calvin has been regularly travelling to his Ibiza farm while Aarika stayed in the US. A source explained to The Sun : "Calvin wanted to spend more time away from the US, including on his farm in Ibiza, but Aarika is based in the States. "He has a busy year on the cards with lots of shows being booked which means he will be away on the road even more." It was claimed that the two had a talk about 'their future as a couple' and ultimately chose it was best to 'call it a day'. Calvin and Aarika first met in 2014 ( Image: GC Images) The two got back together four years ago ( Image: Getty Images for GQ) They added: "It's really sad but they both know it is for the best." The Mirror has … [Read more...] about Calvin Harris ‘splits’ from girlfriend after Ibiza trips put strain on relationship

Ferne McCann has shown of her huge engagement ring on the red carpet this evening just days after announcing her whirlwind romance had become an engagement. The 31-year-old former TOWIE star announced her engagement to Lorri Haines on Sunday, after the 30-year-old Dubai-based property developer got down on one knee and asked her to be his wife during a trip to France. And the newly engaged couple stepped out in public together this evening as they strutted their stuff at the premiere for the new Marvel movie, Thor: Love and Thunder. Just seven months after going public with their romance, the loved up pair beamed as they posed for the cameras. Ferne looked stunning in a figure hugging white gown which showed off her toned stomach with a cut out section at her midriff. The dress featured sequin detail across the shoulders and down the sleeves – the perfect compliment to the glittering rock on her left hand. Newly engaged couple Ferne McCann and Lorri Haines ( … [Read more...] about Ferne McCann shows off stunning ring days after announcing engagement to Lorri Hanes

A hit-and-run motorist jailed for killing an 18-day-old baby after crashing into his pram has had his sentence increased at the Court of Appeal. James Paul Davis, 36, was driving an unregistered BMW and using his mobile phone when he collided with another car before mounting the pavement, causing the death of Ciaran Leigh Morris . Davis fled the scene of the crash on Brownhills High Street, near Walsall, West Midlands, on Easter Sunday last year. Baby Ciaran's parents had taken him on one of his first trips out when the tragedy happened. His mother was left with a broken collarbone. Davis was seen running away on CCTV before he told a passer-by that he had "killed a baby and was going down for a long time". Advertisement He eventually called police 40 minutes later to inform them of the crash. Davis was originally handed six-and-a-half years behind bars at Wolverhampton Crown Court in April this year, after being convicted of causing the … [Read more...] about Ciaran Leigh Morris: Hit-and-run driver who killed 18-day-old baby has sentence increased on appeal

Mario Gotze had the fortune to play under three of the the best managers in world football during his time with both Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich - but he thinks one stands above the rest. Germany's 2014 World Cup final hero broke through under Jurgen Klopp at Dortmund back in 2009, going on to win two Bundesliga titles under his tutelage before pushing through a move to rivals Bayern. At Bayern he made 114 appearances under Pep Guardiola where he would win three consecutive league titles and three domestic cups - then rejoining Dortmund where he briefly played under Thomas Tuchel . READ MORE: Six managers who lost the backing of their team as Boris Johnson scrapes Tory vote "Every coach had his strengths and his own philosophy, but from my point of view Jurgen (Klopp) did it best in the area of people management - the team, the staff, the whole club led the best," Gotze has now revealed to BILD . The 30-year-old, who has recently joined Eintracht … [Read more...] about Mario Gotze picks best manager he played for out of Klopp, Guardiola and Tuchel

Just before 5.30 on Thursday afternoon, Donald Tusk decided it was time to crack the whip on Theresa May’s talks with Belfast and Dublin. The European Council president announced he would be making a statement about Brexit at the unusually early time of 6.50am GMT on Friday, much to the surprise of those who were around the negotiating table. It certainly had the desired effect. By around 7am yesterday, Theresa May was in Brussels, the deal done. “At the time we made the announcement we did not know there was going to be a deal,” admitted a source close to Mr Tusk. “It was to add a bit of pressure but also an honest attempt to say where we were." What followed was an extraordinary night of frantic phone calls, horse-trading and insomnia that knocked heads together and took Theresa May into the promised land of trade talks. Mrs May had taken personal charge of the process after being told the EU’s deadline could not slip any further for “sufficient progress” to be agreed next … [Read more...] about From red lines to white smoke: The inside story of 12 hours when Theresa May secured a Brexit deal

“D uck and cover!” a mechanized voice screamed. The ground shook and the window rattled. I rolled from my bed to the floor of my trailer and felt for the armor I’d forgotten in my office. I lay there and sweated and swore. The voice from the loudspeaker urged me to get away from the windows. I was inside a tin can. I crawled to the door. My hand was on the knob when I realized I was naked. The next impact knocked the air conditioner to the floor. I grabbed a light-blue cotton robe and bolted. To hear more feature stories, see our full list or get the Audm iPhone app. I raced along a row of sandbags, one hand holding the robe closed. The duck-and-cover bunkers were 100 feet away. Another series of explosions, and I hit the rocks. I was lying there, panting, when I saw a bright-yellow bunker tucked behind a row of sandbags and palm trees. I was up, running, full out. My robe fell open and flew out behind me. Another hit. I was 20 feet away. Ten. Five. I crashed into the … [Read more...] about What I Wish I’d Known About Sexual Assault in the Military

Food storage hacks: Jenna Lueke shared a method she swears by to keep her strawberries fresh (Image: GETTY) Discover the best holidays and latest news with our FREE email SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Jenna Lueke, from Boston shares recipes and "accessible healthy tips" on her social media pages and her website. The 24-year-old foodie, who studied nutrition at college, shares her recipes online for fans to enjoy. Related articles Hack to keep lettuce fresh in the fridge for 30 days Still buying pre-cooked rice packets? How to cook perfect rice She shares food prep and storage hacks too, including this method she swears by to keep her strawberries fresh. Jenna has amassed 34k followers on her TikTok account … [Read more...] about ‘Make them last longer!’ Fresh strawberries hack – do it ‘as soon as you get them home’

Georgia Harrison has shared her heartbreak as she revealed Jake McLean asked her to join him on his Turkey trip before the car crash which caused his death. Love Island star Georgia, 27, shared a tribute to Jake with a series of photos with herself and her late pal on her Instagram page and story. Jake passed away age 33 following a car crash in Bodrum, Turkey on Sunday. Lauren Goodger's ex is understood to have 'lost control' of the vehicle before it 'went off a cliff'. The late businessman's ex-girlfriend Yazmin Oukhellou, 28, was also in the car. She is understood to be in a 'stable condition' while receiving treatment in hospital for serious arm injuries. Georgia Harrison has paid tribute to Jake McLean following his tragic death ( Image: Instagram/ @georgialouiseharrison) Former Love Island star Georgia shared a series of photos from her friendship with Jake to remember him ( Image: Instagram/ @georgialouiseharrison) As TOWIE stars … [Read more...] about Georgia Harrison’s heartache as Jake McLean asked her to join him in Turkey before tragic crash

"Tuesday’s column about mistaken drink orders reminds me of a childhood trip with my parents and sister," says Edie Bender, of Baton Rouge. "We were in Germany, visiting a traditional beer hall. Daddy had studied German, so he was ordering. "When he ordered for my sister (I think she was about 14) she asked, and he translated, her request for water. The waiter’s surprised response was 'Ist sie schmutzig?,' asking 'Is she dirty?' "I suppose that’s the only reason anyone orders water in a beer hall." Which reminds me A while back I ran a story from a reader just back from Ireland, proud home of Guinness and other strong, dark stouts. One day in a typical Irish pub, he heard some tourist order an American beer. The bartender replied that they didn't have American beer — but how about a glass of water instead? An old-fashioned nun Another in our series of "fun nun" stories: Guy LaBauve, of Baton Rouge, says, "as Redemptorist High students, my wife and I annually took … [Read more...] about Smiley: No bathing allowed in this beer hall!