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UAE karting team side set for Rotax Max Grand Finals

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Four drivers chosen to compete in New Orleans in November, writes Gary Meenaghan. Read Article UAE karting team side set for Rotax Max Grand Finals

Formula One: Pirelli speed up tyre change for Canadian Grand Prix

3A McLaren Mercedes technician check tires in the paddock, at the Catalunya racetrack in Montmelo, Spain, Thursday, May 9, 2013. The Formula one race will be held on Sunday. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) *** Local Caption *** Spain F1 Gp Auto Racing.JPEG-0003c.jpg

Rubber used at Spanish Grand Prix was 'too aggressive' as Italian manufacturer Pirelli says new compund will combine elements from last year's model and will be in place before Canadian Grand Prix next month. Read Article Formula One: Pirelli speed up tyre change for Canadian Grand Prix

Abu Dhabi Racing pair survive cliff scares at Rally Jordan

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Majed Al Shamsi escaped with a hurt shoulder after crashing off a cliff, while Mohammed Al Sahlawi narrowly escaped going over the edge himself. Read Article Abu Dhabi Racing pair survive cliff scares at Rally Jordan

Dubai's Eliot Jones headed to Paris for Sodi World Series karting event

May 7, 2012 (Al Ain) Eliot Jones, 11, takes a few turns karting around Al Ain Raceway May 7, 2013. (Sammy Dallal / The National)

Eleven-year-old Dubai resident ready to channel the spirit of Lewis Hamilton as he looks to convince his father a karting career is worth the investment. Gary Meenaghan reports.  Read Article Dubai's Eliot Jones headed to Paris for Sodi World Series karting event

F1: Pirelli answers criticism with extra tyres for Spanish GP practice

Pirelli will supply teams with extra tyres this weekend for the Spanish Grand Prix, a move that it is hoped will enliven practices and qualifying. Read Article F1: Pirelli answers criticism with extra tyres for Spanish GP practice

Sebastien Loeb drives to victory in Rally Argentina

Fellow Frenchman Sebastien Ogier's three-race winning streak is over as Citroen DS3 driver proves why he is one of World Rally Championship's all-time great. Read Article Sebastien Loeb drives to victory in Rally Argentina

Motorsport: Sebastien Loeb gets back in the World Rally Championship fray

The Citroen DS3 driver has won every edition of the WRC's Rally of Argentina since 2005, and his presence in the line-up adds spice to a field headed by compatriot Sebastien Ogier. Read Article Motorsport: Sebastien Loeb gets back in the World Rally Championship fray

Sheikh Khalid Al Qassimi counting on Sebastien Loeb at Rally Argentina

The Frenchman only drives in select races but his return could help Citroen Total Abu Dhabi World Rally Team catch up with Volkswagen Motorsport in WRC. Read Article Sheikh Khalid Al Qassimi counting on Sebastien Loeb at Rally Argentina

Formula One: Pirelli compound their stance

Minor change to hard tyres is aimed at giving teams 'more opportunity to run a wider range of strategies'. Read Article Formula One: Pirelli compound their stance

Takuma Sato makes history after becoming first Japanese driver to win IndyCar race

The former Formula 1 racer hailed his AJ Foyt team after claiming an impressive victory at the Long Beach Grand Prix. Read Article Takuma Sato makes history after becoming first Japanese driver to win IndyCar race

Mahmoud Tannir rides on to win UAE Sportbikes title at Duabi Autodrome

Mahmoud Tannir and Rupesh Channake made the most of their final two races to win titles at the Dubai Autodrome on Friday in Sportbikes and NGK Series Class 2, respectively. Read Article Mahmoud Tannir rides on to win UAE Sportbikes title at Duabi Autodrome

Mark Webber still pushing boundaries as he approaches his 200th race in Formula One

Gary Meenaghan speaks to one of F1's most popular characters ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix. Read Article Mark Webber still pushing boundaries as he approaches his 200th race in Formula One

Double points add suspense to final race events at Dubai Autodrome

Dubai Autodrome plays host to the final two races of the Motorcity UAE Superbikes, Clio Cup and NGK Series with several title hopes on the line. Afterward, drag racing and drifting will take over the track for the night. Read Article Double points add suspense to final race events at Dubai Autodrome


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Champions League: Football's new chapter began with a twist 20 years ago

MUNICH, GERMANY - MAY 26: EUROPAPOKAL DER LANDESMEISTER 1993 Finale, Muenchen; FINALE AC MAILAND - OLYMPIQUE MARSEILLE 0:1; TOR 1:0 von Basile BOLI/MARSEILLE (Photo by Beate Mueller/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Marseille defied the odds to lift the first rebranded Uefa Champions League 20 years ago. Ian Hawkey looks back on that night and what it meant for the future of the club and the tournament.  Champions League: Football's new chapter began with a twist 20 years ago

Borussia Dortmund can recreate the magic of 1997 at Wembley

28 May 1997, Munich, Germany --- Borussia Dortmund's players celebrate with the trophy after they won the 1996-1997 UEFA Champions League final against Juventus 3-1. --- Image by © Christian Liewig/TempSport/Corbis

Dortmund could inflict more final hurt on Bayern Munich tonight, writes Ian Hawkey.  Borussia Dortmund can recreate the magic of 1997 at Wembley

Premier League: A Welsh community is taking shape with Swansea, Cardiff and Bale

Danish manager Michael Laudrup adapted well to the transition from Spain to Wales to steer Swansea City's fortunes while the Welsh Gareth Bale, next, was Player of the Year. Olly Greenwood, Ian Kington / AFP

Swansea City's success and the addition of Cardiff City have meant that players from Wales are growing, writes Ian Hawkey.  Premier League: A Welsh community is taking shape with Swansea, Cardiff and Bale

Horse racing: Sheikh Fahad Al Thani looks to add to rising stock in Britain

EPSOM, ENGLAND - MAY 23: Jamie Spencer riding Dunaden during 'Breakfast with the Stars' morning at Epsom racecourse on May 23, 2013 in Epsom, England. (Photo by Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** 169317278.jpg

Dunaden and Chopin to run at Epsom as Qatari bids to secure his first major win in UK.  Horse racing: Sheikh Fahad Al Thani looks to add to rising stock in Britain

McLaren's Martin Whitmarsh happy to duck the Formula One limelight

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 16: McLaren Team Principal Martin Whitmarsh is seen on the pitwall before qualifying for the Australian Formula One Grand Prix at the Albert Park Circuit on March 16, 2013 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

The team principal enjoys life in the fast lane but relishes his time away from the track, writes Gary Meenaghan.  McLaren's Martin Whitmarsh happy to duck the Formula One limelight

The troubles of Serena Williams at the French Open

Serena Williams of the United States returns the ball to Belarus' Victoria Azarenka during their final match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Sunday, May 19, 2013. Williams won 6-1, 6-3. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino) *** Local Caption *** Italian Open Tennis.JPEG-0be57.jpg

The world No 1 has only one title to her name at Roland Garros and endured her worst grand slam performance there 12 months ago, writes Ahmed Rizvi.  The troubles of Serena Williams at the French Open

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In Pictures: Joy for Arsenal, frustration for Tottenham

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In Pictures: Ajman win the Etisalat Cup

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In Pictures: Mancini time at Manchester City

The Italian manager had a chequered career at the English Premier League club since joining them in 2009(Photos)

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Video: Monstrous Hot Wheels drive into town

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In pictures: Sir Alex Ferguson's career at Man Utd

Beginning with a lowly defeat at Oxford United, to a record tally of Premier League titles and two Champions League crowns, Sir Alex Ferguson oversaw the most successful period in the English club's history.(Photos)

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Video: Dany Torres wins Dubai round of Red Bull X-fighters 2013

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