Romantic Warrior will have to be at his best to defeat Royal Champion, says Karl Burke
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Romantic Warrior will have to be at his best to defeat Royal Champion, says Karl Burke

Karl Burke believes Romantic Warrior will need to be at his best to defeat an on-song Royal Champion in the HK$30 million (approx. £2.8m) G1 FWD QEII Cup (1m2f/2000m) on 26 April.

The North Yorkshire trainer is under no illusions about the task his stable star faces but thinks a reproduction of his dominant performance in the G1 Neom Turf Cup (1m2f/2100m) at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in February will see him threaten the local superstar as he bids for a fourth win in the race following successes in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

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Blancpain GT Endurance Series winner Abbie Eaton on breaking her back and racing again

Blancpain GT Endurance Series winner Abbie Eaton on breaking her back and racing again

Abbie Eaton has built her name in one of the hardest environments in sport.

A championship-winning British racing driver, she became the first female winner of the Blancpain GT Endurance Series, raced in W Series, and later co-founded Rebelleo Motorsport to challenge some of the barriers that still shape entry into the sport.

In this exclusive interview with the London Keynote Speakers Agency, Abbie Eaton reflects on the setbacks that tested her, the mindset required to compete at the highest level, and why confidence, diversity and accountability matter just as much off the track as they do on it.

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Premier League betting tips: Title race twists await in City vs Arsenal, Cole Palmer’s Man Utd threat, and more Gameweek 33 betting tips

Premier League betting tips: Title race twists await in City vs Arsenal, Cole Palmer’s Man Utd threat, and more Gameweek 33 betting tips

Crazy stat time. Since January 1, 2025, PSG have beaten more Premier League teams at home than Spurs have.

Read on for a breakdown of the best bets from this weekend’s Premier League TV games from Sports News Blitz’s punting laureate - The Bookie Basher - including the seismic title clash between Manchester City and Arsenal on Sunday, April 19.

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Champions League analysis: Liverpool FC fall short against Paris Saint-Germain

Champions League analysis: Liverpool FC fall short against Paris Saint-Germain

Liverpool versus PSG at Anfield began with belief.

Despite the uphill task, there was real confidence inside the Liverpool camp that another famous European comeback was possible. The message was simple, play with heart and restore pride.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Joshua Topping examines Liverpool’s 2-0 defeat to PSG, from their early energy and lack of quality on the ball to Hugo Ekitike’s injury and the shift in focus toward Champions League qualification.

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F1 analysis: Five things we could see for the rest of the Formula One season

F1 analysis: Five things we could see for the rest of the Formula One season

The 2026 Formula One season has already delivered chaos, controversy, and huge shake-ups thanks to the new regulations.

With the Miami Grand Prix still a few weeks away, and a long calendar still ahead, Sports News Blitz writer Tyler Cooke looks at five storylines that could define the rest of the 2026 season.

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Rugby league news: Predictions and suggested bets for Super League round eight

Rugby league news: Predictions and suggested bets for Super League round eight

Another huge round awaits in the Super League, with teams battling for play-offs spots and everything still to play for. And while there isn’t a standout game this weekend, the stakes remain just as high as the next gameweek is likely to give us a clearer picture of who could break into the top six.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Elliot Ward takes a look at upcoming fixtures, highlighting the best betting angles and offering some choice tips.

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Padel news: Manchester Padel Club taps into corporate events as padel boom reshapes networking
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Padel news: Manchester Padel Club taps into corporate events as padel boom reshapes networking

Manchester’s fast-growing padel scene is opening up new opportunities for corporate hospitality, with Manchester Padel Club positioning itself as a leading venue for business events in the North West.

The Heald Green–based club, which has invested over £1 million into its facilities and has partnerships with Monaco, Madrid, and Marbella padel clubs, is seeing increasing demand from companies looking for more engaging, social alternatives to traditional client entertainment and team-building activities.

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Changing The Batting Order — Every child deserves the chance to play cricket
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Changing The Batting Order — Every child deserves the chance to play cricket

Accuracast and Bat For A Chance have partnered to launch Changing The Batting Order, a landmark initiative that will provide 1,000 free cricket starter kits to underserved schools and community groups across England, Wales and Scotland, helping break down the first barrier to entry that so many children still face in cricket.

Changing The Batting Order will create access to sport where it is most needed. Using a data-driven approach, digital partner Accuracast will use publicly available government data to identify and target the most deprived areas across England, Wales and Scotland, ensuring kits reach those communities that need them most.

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Premier League analysis: Five talking points from Man Utd v Leeds Utd

Premier League analysis: Five talking points from Man Utd v Leeds Utd

Leeds United pulled off a huge 2–1 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford on Monday, April 13, delivering a performance full of energy, discipline, and clinical finishing.

In a game packed with drama, controversy, and intensity, Sports News Blitz writer Tyler Cooke picks out five key talking points from a memorable clash between the fierce rivals.

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Rugby union news: Challenge Cup quarter-finals produce thrilling games
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Rugby union news: Challenge Cup quarter-finals produce thrilling games

Four excellent matches took place in the quarter-finals of the European Challenge Cup this past weekend.

With every game providing plenty of tries and entertainment as the teams looked to progress to the semi-final stage, writes Sports News Blitz’s James Corrigan.

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NFL news: San Francisco 49ers willing to make Trent Williams one of the NFL’s highest-paid left tackles

NFL news: San Francisco 49ers willing to make Trent Williams one of the NFL’s highest-paid left tackles

Trent Williams was traded to the San Francisco 49ers in 2020 as a suitable replacement for 49ers legend Joe Staley, and in his five years in Santa Clara has become a solid part of the furniture, becoming one of the team's most vocal and influential players in the dressing room.

Ahead of the 2026 season, the 49ers are willing to make Williams the seventh-highest-paid left tackle in the NFL.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer and San Francisco 49er fan Luca Salmasi takes a closer look at the potential deal to secure Trent Williams along with one of the most lucrative deals for a left tackle.

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Serie A news: Fractured relationship between Claudio Lotito and Lazio causes fans to reach breaking point
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Serie A news: Fractured relationship between Claudio Lotito and Lazio causes fans to reach breaking point

Claudio Lotito has become enemy number one for Lazio supporters, with protests led by the club's ultras urging him to sell the club, in the latest and most divisive row between Lazio ownership and its fanbase.

This frustration has built over the sale of some of the club’s key players and their subsequent drop-off in the league, which sees them well outside the European places.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer and Serie A enthusiast Luca Salmasi takes a look at Claudio Lotito’s fractured relationship with Lazio supporters.

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Johnny Herbert: Max Verstappen to McLaren ‘makes sense’ as Red Bull face losing their biggest asset

Johnny Herbert: Max Verstappen to McLaren ‘makes sense’ as Red Bull face losing their biggest asset

Three-time Grand Prix winner Johnny Herbert believes Red Bull are heading towards a difficult period, warning that the potential loss of Max Verstappen could leave the team in a “real predicament.”

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Leeds Utd punish sloppy Man Utd as Michael Carrick’s men fall short at Old Trafford

Leeds Utd punish sloppy Man Utd as Michael Carrick’s men fall short at Old Trafford

Manchester United returned to Premier League action with a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Leeds United at Old Trafford after a sluggish and error-strewn display.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Manchester United resident Robert Bore reflects on a chaotic night that exposed familiar flaws.

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Premier League analysis: Aston Villa held by resilient Nottingham Forest in 1-1 draw

Premier League analysis: Aston Villa held by resilient Nottingham Forest in 1-1 draw

Aston Villa were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, a result that carried significant implications at both ends of the Premier League table.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce explores the implications for both teams after the draw.

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Rugby union news: High-scoring action in the Champions Cup quarter-finals
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Rugby union news: High-scoring action in the Champions Cup quarter-finals

Four excellent games of rugby took place over the weekend in the Champions Cup, with each team showcasing their world-class talent.

With this year’s tournament more competitive than ever, every side was aiming to secure a place in the semi-finals, writes Sports News Blitz’s James Corrigan.

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Serie A news: Como’s rise from Serie D to the brink of European football under Cesc Fabregas
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Serie A news: Como’s rise from Serie D to the brink of European football under Cesc Fabregas

Como 1907’s rise to prominence in Serie A has been one of football’s greatest stories, with the current season really showcasing how powerful they have become.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer and Serie A enthusiast Luca Salmasi takes a closer look at Como’s journey from Serie D to being a force to be reckoned with in Serie A as they push for European football.

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IPL betting tips: Virat Kohli in focus, plus best odds and value picks for key matches
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IPL betting tips: Virat Kohli in focus, plus best odds and value picks for key matches

There is plenty to look forward to as the 2026 Indian Premier League moves into a crucial week four.

Here, Sports News Blitz cricket betting writer Himanshu Sharma picks out the best betting angles and value plays from the top upcoming clashes.

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F1 news: Gianpiero Lambiase’s Red Bull departure and what it means for Max Verstappen’s future
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F1 news: Gianpiero Lambiase’s Red Bull departure and what it means for Max Verstappen’s future

Max Verstappen’s longtime race engineer, Gianpiero ‘GP’ Lambiase, has announced he will leave Red Bull for McLaren. The move adds to a long list of key exits from the Milton Keynes team over the last two years.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer and F1 fan Luca Salmasi takes a closer look at Lambiase’s time with Red Bull and what his departure could mean for Verstappen’s future.

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