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Second day of York Racecourse's Music Showcase brings excitement
IT'S amazing to think that Ronan Keating first hit the headlines in 1993 when still a teenager with the formation of Boyzone. His worldwide fan club, based not only on his music but also as a judge on X Factor is one of music's largest and the fact he plays the Knavesmire on the second leg of a world tour- and this is one of just two in the UK- is a considerable coup for the York Racecourse team. His appearance on stage after the last race, will be a memorable climax to the Music Showcase weekend which also brings the Sky Bet Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival to a climax. York took the decision a month or so ago to increase the prize money on their two featured Saturday races, and they have been handsomely rewarded with, just like Friday night in excess of 100 runners declared. The £150,000 Group 2 Sky Bet York Stakes (2.40pm) is seen as a stepping stone to next month's Group 1 Juddmonte International, which was voted the worlds best race in 2024 being run over the same mile and a quarter distance. This race was first run in 2006 and Twice Over, who won in 2011 is the only one to have completed the double, while Alflailia became the first horse to win this race twice when beating Kings Gambit and Passenger a year ago. Amazingly no jockey, so far, has won it more than once. A top-class field of seven line up headed by Almaqam who was last seen winning the Brigadier Gerard Stakes at Sandown in May. The race is a clash of the generations with three-year-old Stanhope Gardens, fifth in the Derby at Epsom and Irish raider Green Impact, sixth in the Irish Derby at The Curragh heading the younger age bracket. The £100,000 Sky Bet Dash (2.00pm), has attracted a maximum 22 runner field- but all eyes will be on Elmonjed, trained by Yorkshireman-in-exile William Haggas who won the equally valuable Constantine Handicap at last year's Sky Bet Ebor Festival. A draw in Stall 10 will only offer encouragement for his supporters. The second big sprint is unique as the jump jockeys, used to three miles plus around Aintree, Cheltenham and more locally at Wetherby, get their chance to exit from the stalls in the Jump Jockeys Nunthorpe (3.20pm) to face the shortest distance possible, just five furlongs. 20 of them will test this new skill to including Joe Williamson aboard Soul Seeker- first and second in this race for the last two years. York record holder, Copper Knight, is to be ridden by Jamie Hamilton, who tries to land his 8th victory on the Knavesmire at the thirty-third time of asking. Racing begins at 1.25pm with all the York facilities open for business, be it the new areas for food and drink in the Bustardthorpe End or in the centre of the course for picnics. But one thing is sure, the sporting action may well be a roller coaster that will all help build the atmosphere pending Mr Keating's arrival.
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'There are things going on' - Eddie Howe provides update on Alexander Isak amid intense Liverpool & Al-Hilal transfer talk as Newcastle boss makes telling admission on striker's future
Howe gives his verdict on Isak situation Decision to make for Newcastle Swedish striker reportedly wants to leave Follow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱 WHAT HAPPENED? Magpies manager Howe gave his honest views on the situation surrounding his star centre-forward, who has reportedly informed the club that he wants to leave. Howe admitted that contract talks are not currently going ahead between Newcastle and Isak, though that "could be for a later date". THE BIGGER PICTURE Isak has been linked with a record-breaking move to Liverpool for some time now, but Newcastle always shut down any talk and claimed he was not going anywhere this summer. This may have changed since reports emerged on Thursday that Isak wants to leave St James' Park and explore moves elsewhere. The Magpies now have a big decision to make about whether to let him go or offer him the contract he wants in the hope he changes his mind. WHAT HOWE SAID Howe said: "I wouldn't put a timescale on it. I think with these situations it has to be right for the football club, and everything then is taken into context below that. But the club will make the right decision with all the information that it has, and ultimately to try and move the club forward in whatever way that is. Then it's up to us to make good decisions the other way and try and improve the squad as best we can. That's what we're trying to do, regardless of Alex's situation. "But I think there's a wider picture here. There's a whole football club that has to make the decision. The ownership, together with the board of directors, especially with the money involved in modern day transfers. The manager of course has an opinion, but ultimately the decision will rest with the board. "Of course there's things going on behind the scenes (with Alex). He will be aware he's in the news every day, and I'm sure that's not easy for anyone in that situation. Conversations that happen between Alex and the club or Alex and myself will stay private for obvious reasons. We do share a really good relationship with him. "He's been magnificent for us and he's very popular in the dressing room. We'd love him to continue his journey at Newcastle. I certainly hope he stays. And I said [last weekend] I was confident that he'd stay. I don't see anything that's going to change that opinion of mine at the moment, but it's football and who knows what the future may bring. "All I would say on the broader picture is whatever happens has to be right for Newcastle. We're in a very strong position financially. We're determined to be successful. We are ambitious. We've got a great season ahead of us. We need to add to the squad and continue to improve, and the journey can continue in an upward trajectory. "As far as I'm aware, I don't think there are any contract talks taking place at the moment," he added. "That'll be for a later date potentially. I think for now, with the situation as it is and the state of the window, in the sense that it's hurtling towards the end of the window very quickly, from our perspective, there's still so much that could happen." WHAT NEXT FOR ISAK, HOWE AND NEWCASTLE? As Howe suggested, this situation may not be resolved for a little while yet. While Sweden international Isak dreams of a big move away after not joining Newcastle on pre-season tour due to a "minor thigh injury", the club need to spend some time considering what they would do if they were to lose him. There would be a huge influx of cash which would need to be spent wisely on improving Howe's side as the Magpies prepare for Champions League football next season.
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'The clear priority' – Fabrizio Romano reveals Chelsea transfer stance on Marc Guiu
Chelsea are open to letting Marc Guiu leave on loan, but don't want any buy option included according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues signed the Spaniard last summer from Barcelona after they activated the €6m release clause in his contract. Guiu played a bit part role in his debut campaign, and made just three Premier League appearances, but fared better in the Conference League with six goals in seven appearances. Chelsea open to loaning Marc Guiu Guiu missed 20 games with a hamstring injury suffered in February last season, but did return as a substitute in the Conference League final. However, the signings of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro have pushed Guiu further down the pecking order, and first team opportunities at Chelsea next season are going to be few and far between. Guiu is set to go on loan next season. (Photo by) Guiu has reportedly rejected a loan move to the Championship, despite links with Ipswich, and Romano has now provided an update on the situation. He took to and said: 'Understand Chelsea have opened doors to loan move for Marc Guiu but no buy option will be included. More Stories / Latest News 'The clear priority' – Fabrizio Romano reveals Chelsea transfer stance on Marc Guiu 26th Jul 2025, 09:45am Stan Collymore makes interesting Palmer suggestion to Tuchel, Chelsea fans could be confused 26th Jul 2025, 09:15am Fabrizio Romano provides update on Kenan Yildiz amid rumours of Chelsea bid 26th Jul 2025, 08:45am 'The clear priority for Chelsea is loan in England, want Guiu to develop and play in England next season.' The teenager has shown glimpses of the ability he has, and a loan in England with regular first team football would really help his development. Questions over the future of Nicolas Jackson Whilst Chelsea are open to letting Guiu leave on loan, speculation has continued in regard to Nicolas Jackson's future. Jackson has been linked with both Aston Villa and Manchester United, although no official offers have come in for the 24-year-old. The Blues are said to believe Jackson has the potential to become a £100m striker, and the Senegal international reportedly wants to stay and fight for his place at Stamford Bridge next season.
