May 3, 2024
Top Rugby News
After the upsets of the previous week it was a case of order being restored for the local teams in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship, with the Vodacom Bulls and DHL Stormers re-fortifying their fortresses while the Emirates Lions confirmed their inconsistency. Read more
Former England captain Owen Farrell will line up for a World XV when it takes on France in Bilbao on June 22, the match organisers announced on Friday.The 32-year-old fly-half has been in international exile since leading England to third place at last year's World Cup in France.When this season finishes he will end his time at Saracens which stretches back to 2008 to join French Top 14 side Racing 92. Read more
England sealed a third consecutive Six Nations Grand Slam and sixth straight title with a clinical victory over 14-player France in Bordeaux. Read more
Clermont Stuns Stade Francais Paris with Dominant Victory
In a surprising turn of events, 11th-placed Clermont delivered an astounding 41-18 victory over league leaders SF Paris. The highly anticipated match, expected to be dominated by Stade Francais Paris, took an unexpected twist as Clermont displayed unwavering determination and exceptional skill on the field. From the very start, Clermont showcased an electrifying performance led by the outstanding form of Raka. The winger effortlessly tore through SF Paris' defense, leaving the opposing team struggling to contain him. Raka's exceptional display earned him the distinction of scoring the most tries in the game, with a total of three. Not to be outdone, Belleau of Clermont delivered an equally remarkable performance. He demonstrated his versatility by not only scoring a try but also making significant contributions to the team's scoreline through four successful conversions and a well-executed penalty goal.
The victory for Clermont not only defied expectations but also underscored the unpredictable nature of the sport. Despite their status as league leaders, SF Paris was unable to match the intensity and skill demonstrated by their opponents. This triumph serves as a significant morale boost for Clermont, propelling them up the league table and instilling a renewed sense of confidence within the team. On the other hand, SF Paris will need to regroup and meticulously analyze their performance to bounce back from this unexpected defeat.
In addition, SF Paris' loss allowed Stade Toulousain to close the gap between the two teams to just two points, following their victory over Racing 92.
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Investec Champions Cup Fixtures
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Investment Round-up - who's doing what:
- Funding rolls out for greater female participation in sport : https://noosatoday.com.au/sport/29-04-2024/funding-rolls-out-for-greater-female-participation-in-sport/
- Michael Johnson secures funds for new track league : https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/04/23/michael-johnson-secures-investment-new-track-league
- Greater Vernon Winter Games funding provided to 28 local groups : https://www.vernonmorningstar.com/local-news/greater-vernon-winter-games-funding-provided-to-28-local-groups-7350712
- Chiefs owner says leaving Arrowhead Stadium is an option after sales tax funding was rejected : https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/chiefs-owner-says-leaving-arrowhead-stadium-is-an-option-after-sales-tax-funding-was-rejected
- €120 M Large Scale Infrastructure Fund Opened Today, Closing July 1st : https://sportforbusiness.com/e120-m-large-scale-infrastructure-fund-opened-today-closing-july-1st/
- Chicago Bears to seek public funding in $5bn plan for new lakefront stadium : https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/apr/25/chicago-bears-new-stadium-public-funding-soldier-field
- Condo New Funding Good Opportunity To Rebuild Midlands Sports Facility : https://www.midlands103.com/news/midlands-news/new-funding-good-opportunity-to-rebuild-midlands-sports-facility/
- Age & Opportunity announces physical activity funding for older people in Kildare : https://www.kildarenow.com/news/home/1485357/age-opportunity-announces-physical-activity-funding-for-older-people-in-kildare.html
- New York City’s first soccer stadium – funded by the UAE but a good deal for New Yorkers? : https://theathletic.com/5439648/2024/04/25/nycfc-stadium-manchester-city/
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