That was a terrific first half between Italy and Ireland in Rome. The score stands at Italy 17-24 Ireland. Although Ireland are undoubtedly the best team in the world at the moment, Italy have given a good account of themselves ( Read more... )

A feast of Rugby Union this afternoon in The Six Nations tournament. Starting with Wales v Ireland followed by England v Scotland at Twickenham, which also contests The Calcutta Cup. Scotland are the current holders having beaten England last year at Murrayfield.

Time for revenge!

Brother Dave left this morning for his journey back to Faversham. He has spent four days with me but wants to get home now. He likes his own space and I respect that. It's good to have him here though. We shared a lot of memories going back to our childhoods. I am eleven years the elder so my own memories stretched further back We both had fond ( Read more... )

A great day for sport on TV 📺. Presently watching the final of the Mens’ Australian Open tennis - Thiem vs Djokovic. Later today the choice is France 🇫🇷 vs England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 in the rugby 🏉 Six Nations tournament and the final of snooker 🎱 German Masters between Trump and Robertson ( Read more... )

Oh well... 🙁

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The second semi-final took place this morning between Wales and South Africa. A game of box kicking and little else. A close result, Wales 16-19 South Africa.

So, England play South Africa in the final next Saturday. Bring it on!