writer posing

Melanie Gervasoni

Melanie is a freelance writer covering sports news, major event analysis, and match previews/reviews. Her articles feature athlete perspectives and insightful commentary on the latest developments across the sporting world.

News

Read More
Horse Racing

Who Won at the 2024 National Carriage Driving Championships? (Full Results)

This weekend, Ashfields Carriage and Polo Club hosted the UK’s top carriage drivers at the 2024 National Carriage Driving Championships. The event saw a mix of veterans and fresh talents vying for the title in various classes. Below, we provide a clear overview of the winners and their scores across each class. Full Results: All The Winners of the Event Class Winner Dressage Cones Marathon Total Score Advanced Horse Ian Bertram 53.33 Advanced Horse Pair John Ripley 46.85 7.95 126.63 181.43 Advanced Pony Louise Kaiholm 49.00 3 106.24 158.24 Advanced Pony Pair Phoebe Matthews 60.48 6 111.67 178.15 Horse Four-in-Hand  Daniel Naprous 51.89 3.54 132.71 188.14 Novice Horse Arthur Sheane 50.53 0 93.53 144.06 Novice Pony Sophie Hunt 46.27 0 88.01 134.28 Open Horse Rachel Moast 51.57 5.18 122.30 179.05 Open Horse Pair Luis Mira 50.81 31.09 138.30 220.20 Open Pony Lucy Scott 51.70 3 100.41 155.11 Open Pony Pair Anna Grayston 45.24 6 110.00 161.24 Pony Four-in-Hand Peter Young 67.17 6.11 118.83 192.11 Pony Tandems David Taylor 55.28 32.8 201.31 289.39 Small Equine Charlie Parker-King 60.53 0 83.42 143.95 VIP Arthur Sheane VIP 48.53 3 97.63 149.16 VSE Sally RL Edwards 49.07 0 59.44 108.51   For those interested in...

Read more

Football stadium filled with people
Read More
Football

Football Italy Serie A: Matchday 1 Recap and Upcoming Fixtures

Italy's top football division, Serie A, has launched its 2024/25 season, marking another chapter in the league's 126-year history. This season sees 20 teams competing for the Scudetto, with the top four securing Champions League spots. As we review the opening weekend's action, we'll see how the teams have started their campaigns, and what it might mean for the season ahead. Serie A Matchday 1: Our Recap of All Matches Genoa 2-2 Inter The reigning Serie A champions, Inter, kicked off their title defence with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against newly-promoted Genoa at the Luigi Ferraris. Genoa struck first through Vogliacco, stunning the...

Read more

Tennis event filled with people
Read More
Tennis

Tennis ATP 1000 Cincinnati: Upgrades, Players to Watch, and Prize Money

It's the last day of the tournament, and the Cincinnati Open is about to crown its champions. After a week of great matches, we've finally arrived at the grand finale of this prestigious ATP 1000 event. With the US Open looming on the horizon, the tournament serves as the last test for those harbouring Grand Slam ambitions.  Our coverage delves into the tournament's past, its recent transformation, and the players who've made their mark this week. We'll also break down what's at stake for the finalists, both in prize money and crucial ATP points. 125 Years of Tennis Excellence: The Cincinnati...

Read more

Multiple players playing basketball on court
Read More
Olympic Games

Basketball Olympics 2024 Winners: Our Recap of All the Final Matches

The 2024 Paris Olympics have drawn to a close, leaving basketball fans worldwide with memories of extraordinary performances, intense finishes, and historic achievements. In this recap, we'll take you through the final matches that decided the medals in both the men's and women's tournaments. Our journey begins with the gold medal games, where the United States continued its basketball dominance, but not without facing fierce challenges. We'll explore how the American women clinched their eighth consecutive gold in a one-point victory over France, and how the USA's men's team, led by Stephen Curry's Olympic debut, overcame a talented French squad. Here's...

Read more

Football ball in a football field
Read More
Olympic Games

Football Olympics 2024 Winners: Our Recap of All the Final Matches

The Paris 2024 Olympic football tournaments have come to a close, leaving us with a wealth of memorable moments and outstanding performances. Over two weeks, we saw top teams battle it out on the pitch, each vying for a coveted spot on the podium. From the women's tournament, where the United States clinched yet another gold, to the men's competition, where Spain emerged victorious, each match told its own story. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the final matches that decided the medals. Whether you missed the action or want to relive the excitement, our recap aims to...

Read more

Man on a skateboard in a skate park
Read More
Olympic Games

Skateboard Olympics 2024: All the Highlights and Best Moments

The rumble of wheels on concrete, the collective gasp of the crowd, and the unmistakable clack of a board hitting the coping — these were the sounds that filled the air at Place de la Concorde during the Paris 2024 Olympics. For a few unforgettable days, this historic square, usually packed with tourists and traffic, was transformed into a skateboarder's paradise. Through the words of the athletes themselves, we'll take a look at the personal journeys, sacrifices, and moments of pure joy that made the skateboarding competition unforgettable. Trew, Hiraki, and Brown: Teenage Titans and The Rise of Skateboarding's Next Generation Fourteen-year-old...

Read more