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The Great West Run organisers are proud to announce a three year title partnership with Bishop Fleming

The Bishop Fleming Great West Run, will take place on Sunday 26 May 2024, offering runners the opportunity to take part in its famous half marathon event, the popular 10km or the fun and accessible Moki Community Mile event, open to all ages and abilities of runner.

The main half marathon event takes participants through the centre of Exeter city on closed roads, along beautiful country lanes with glorious countryside views across Exeter, before finishing in the iconic Exeter Arena Athletics Stadium. Entries are currently open for all three events this May, with over 3,500 people...

A Journey Through Time: The History of Exeter City Football Club

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 12/11/2023 - 9:13pm

Exeter City Football Club, a cornerstone of the sporting community in Exeter, England, boasts a rich and storied history that spans over a century. From its humble beginnings to its current status as a prominent club in the English Football League, the club has undergone numerous transformations, faced challenges, and celebrated triumphs. It is why they continue to be well supported amongst fans – who are even getting involved with Goldenbet and picking up bonuses to bet on the club to win each week, as they look to climb up the League one table – following a tough start to the season....

How to Choose the Right Size and Shape for Your Inflatable Paddle Board

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 12/11/2023 - 5:02pm

Embarking on your inflatable paddle board adventure? Great! But before you hit the water, there's a crucial decision to make: choosing the right size and shape for your board. It's not just about aesthetics – the size and shape play a significant role in your overall paddle boarding experience. In this guide, we'll break down the considerations and help you find the perfect match for your aquatic escapades.

Considerations for Choosing the Right Size

Body Weight

Let's start with a fundamental factor – your body weight. The relationship between your weight and the...

Arif Efendi's Perspective: The Unrivaled Allure of UEFA Games

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 12/01/2023 - 6:21am

Arif Efendi explains why we all should be following the 2023 UEFA games

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Exeter Chiefs take part in rugby mental health charity fundraising weekend

Restart Round is returning this December with a round of Gallagher Premiership Rugby fixtures dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the Rugby Players Association’s official charity.

This season, Round Eight of fixtures from 1-3 December 2023 will form Restart Round. Included in this will be Exeter’s away clash against Bath Rugby on 2 December where the charity will feature across gameday activations. Alongside this, each Gallagher Premiership Rugby club will help raise funds by hosting auctions and raffles that fans can get involved in.

Exeter’s Rory O’Loughlin,...

The Best Horse Racing Events In and Around Devon

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 11/24/2023 - 9:31am

Devon is known around the country - and even around the world for its gloriously picturesque landscapes - but it also has quite an impressive equestrian heritage, hosting some of the most exciting and prestigious horse racing events in the UK. If you are heading down to Devon for a holiday, or if you are a local that has never explored this side of the country before, then let’s take a look at some of the county’s finest horse racing tracks and events…

Newton Abbot

Sitting perfectly in the stunning backdrop of Devon's countryside, the Newton Abbot Racecourse is one of the best...

Euro draws next: England could land in Group of Death

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 11/23/2023 - 9:01pm

The roadmap to the 2024 European Championship is clearer now, with all but three of the teams that will be competing in Germany known after the qualification campaign. Ahead of the draw in December the pots have been issued and from the look of things, there could be a potential Group of Death when the draw takes place in Germany.

England are in Pot 1 of the four pots and it means they will avoid group matches against recent former world champions Germany, France and Spain. The three Lions will also not face Belgium and Portugal, the other members of Pot 1. By Italy being placed...

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How to Qualify and Play College American Football in the UK this 2023

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 11/21/2023 - 10:10am

The popularity of American football in the UK is increasing. There are an estimated 14.3 Million American football fans in the UK and Ireland. This number is significant enough to say that American football has already penetrated the European continent.

Due to its increasing popularity, many universities in the UK have already offered American football as a sport students can join while studying for their degree. Thousands of students are already competing weekly for more than 80 different university teams.

So, if you plan to join American football as your college sport...

Manchester City vs Tottenham Hotspur preview, team news, tickets and prediction

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 11/20/2023 - 10:51pm

When you think, “Top of the table clash in the Premier League,” you would not think about Manchester City vs. Tottenham Hotspur.

The Citizens, in the past decade, have become staples in clashes involving title contenders, but Spurs have made a name for themselves as an also-ran in the top four race, not to mention a title challenge. Yet, matchday 14 of the 2023/24 Premier League season will see both teams have a go at each other for the opportunity to grab the top spot in the Premier League.

City are looking to be the first team to win the league title four times in a...

Mullins’ attention turns to Cheltenham build-up after Melbourne Cup challenge falls flat

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 11/20/2023 - 1:03pm

Willie Mullins' dreams of securing his biggest flat racing victory to date were dashed over in Australia, as pre-race Melbourne Cup favourite Vauban and stablemate Absurde both faded in the closing furlongs to finish outside the top places.

High expectations surrounded Vauban following a triumph at the Copper Horse Handicap during Royal Ascot in June, fueling confidence that the Mullins camp could outperform Australia's elite flat racers to secure a substantial portion of the eight million Australian Dollar prize purse.

Vauban made his way into contention as the horses...

Solo bids to uphold Paul Nicholls’ fine record in Friday’s Grade Two Betway Haldon Gold Cup

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 11/08/2023 - 6:07pm

Harry Cobden feels stable favourite Solo has a ‘nice chance’ of maintaining his progression over fences and enhancing 14-time champion Jump trainer Paul Nicholls’ excellent record in the Betway Haldon Gold Cup at Exeter on Friday ( November 10th ).

The Johnny de la Hey-owned seven-year-old will bid to give Ditcheat handler Nicholls a record-extending ninth win in the extended two miles and one furlong Grade Two feature at the Devon track which has attracted a final field of six runners.

After a frustrating first season over fences Solo got his act together last campaign...

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