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As sporting communities go, none close ranks quite like horse racing. Misuse of the whip? Nothing to see here. One of the most powerful owners implicated in an alleged kidnapping? Move along now. Jockey (one who rides for Gordon Elliott, incidentally) punches his mount in the head? Don’t bother yourself with things you know nothing about. Horse racing, generally, likes to keep it all in-house. But there can be no keeping this in-house. When animal rights campaigners rail against fatalities on the course - whether it be at Cheltenham, Aintree or any course up and down the country - they are told horses are treated like princes and princesses at home. They are treated in the same way as or better than humans, treated like part of the family, apparently. Which is probably true, in general. But sorry, the last time I checked, no-one takes a pew on one of the family if he or she drops dead of a heart attack. No-one poses astride his or her body like some big-game trophy … [Read more...] about Gordon Elliott must be banned and shouldn’t be allowed at Cheltenham or Grand National

Meghan and Harry's "very healthy" baby boy was born this morning. Here are all the details, as they emerge: :: Sex - baby is a boy! :: Name - not yet! Harry says they're "still thinking" about it. :: Weight - 7lbs 3oz. Advertisement :: Time of birth - 5.26am. :: Place of birth - not yet confirmed, but believed not to have been in hospital. More from UK COVID-19: Hunt for mystery person infected with Brazilian 'variant of concern' after six cases confirmed in Britain COVID news live - UK latest as top scientist warns Brazil variant 'likely' beats antibodies Prince Harry tells Oprah Winfrey his 'biggest fear was history repeating itself' in reference to Diana's death UK meteor: 'Huge flash' as 'fireball' lights up skies 'like a giant firework' COVID-19: No evidence of difference between school staff testing positive for coronavirus antibodies and wider population, ONS figures show Brazil COVID … [Read more...] about Baby Sussex: All the details, as they emerge

EX EASTENDERS star Martin Kemp has revealed yet another career change after writing his first book. The 59-year-old star first shot to fame singing in Spandau Ballet in the '80s, before going on to prove himself in the acting world on both screen and stage, and even trying his hand at presenting. Now he is trying his luck as an author, penning his first fictional story in lockdown. Martin explained: "During lockdown, I have been writing my first piece of fiction. "I can’t give away anything about it as I am in the middle of writing it, but that is taking up most of my time at the moment." The star added to Daily Star : "Writing is just something I love because it takes your brain somewhere completely different. "It takes me away from watching the news, which is just all about Covid ." Martin enjoyed a glittering pop career as lead singer of Gold hitmakers Spandau Ballet. In 1998 he joined EastEnders as legendary baddie Steve Owen, and after his character … [Read more...] about Ex EastEnders actor and former pop star Martin Kemp reveals ANOTHER career change after writing his first novel

HERE'S a stat that'll make you think twice about the men's game being more popular than the women's. Last week, Tottenham Women made a huge statement in the WSL by signing USA star Alex Morgan on a season-long loan from Orlando Pride. The 31-year-old striker, who has a remarkable 107 goals at international level, has amassed 9.2million followers on Instagram - thanks to her prowess on the pitch and commercial value off it. Incredibly, that's more followers than the majority of the men's team, including major stars Son Heung-min and Dele Alli. But who has the most? 1. GARETH BALE, 43.3M Loan-signing from Real Madrid Bale, 31, is WAY out on top when it comes to popularity on Instagram. He has an amazing 43.2m followers, that means he boasts one of the biggest social media presences in the game. Bale recently shared his delight at rejoining the North London giants with a pic inside the stadium that was liked 2.1million times. Otherwise, he loves sharing … [Read more...] about Tottenham signing Alex Morgan has more Instagram followers than Dele Alli and Son Heung-Min, but Gareth Bale has most

USA women's footballer Alex Morgan has signed for Tottenham Hotspur Women on a sensational loan deal, and is set to light up the WSL. In her homeland, the 31-year-old is revered for her goalscoring exploits that have helped her country win the last two Women's World Cup tournaments. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alex Morgan (@alexmorgan13) On top of that, the Californian-native, nicknamed 'Baby Horse', has graced the cover of Sports Illustrated no fewer than three times - baring the flesh in their highly anticipated swimsuit edition and once going completely nude wearing just body paint. But Morgan is more than just a pretty face , having broken down the boundaries for the women's game. She was the first female star to appear on a cover of the FIFA video game series. SHE'S MARKETABLE Blessed with good looks, Morgan knows her commercial worth. And she isn't afraid to … [Read more...] about Tottenham signing Alex Morgan is groundbreaking footballer, magazine pin-up, movie star and two-time World Cup winner