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24th August 2018

A look into the past five Mashemeji Derbies, Hamilton eyeing fifth Formula One title

Lewis Hamilton gestures during the German Grand Prix earlier this season. PHOTO/File
Lewis Hamilton gestures during the German Grand Prix earlier this season. PHOTO/File
SUMMARY
  • In February 2016, the almost unthinkable happened when bitter rivals and local football giants, Gor Mahia FC and AFC Leopards SC, unveiled the same title partner in gaming giants SportPesa. 
  • Arsenal manager Unai Emery insists he has the upmost respect for Jack Wilshere's ability and expects the midfielder will receive a warm welcome when he returns with West Ham on Saturday.
  • Lewis Hamilton will return refreshed and ready to close in on his fifth world title this weekend when Formula One resumes after the summer break at the Belgian Grand Prix.

Landmark Partnership Brings The Groove Back To Gor, Leopards

NAIROBI, Kenya- In February 2016, the almost unthinkable happened when bitter rivals and local football giants, Gor Mahia FC and AFC Leopards SC, unveiled the same title partner in gaming giants SportPesa. The landmark deals announced in Nairobi marked the first time in their long history that a single brand has adorned their venerated jerseys and since then, K’Ogalo and Ingwe as they are affectionately known, have never looked back.

Arsenal Boss Emery Insists There Are No Ill Feelings For Jack

LONDON, England- Arsenal manager Unai Emery insists he has the upmost respect for Jack Wilshere's ability and expects the midfielder will receive a warm welcome when he returns with West Ham on Saturday.
Wilshere, 26, spent 17 years with the Gunners, 10 with the first team.

The Tale Of The Last Five Mashemeji Derbies

NAIROBI, Kenya- The biggest game in Kenyan club football goes down on Saturday when champions Gor Mahia FC welcome bitter rivals AFC Leopards SC at the MISC, Kasarani. This fixture dubbed Mashemeji (In-law) Derby acted as a shootout for the domestic league title for decades but has been dominated in recent times by K’Ogalo who are yet to lose to their sworn enemies since March 2016.

Homeboyz Throw Head Coach Murunga Into A Selection Spin

NAIROBI, Kenya- Homeboyz RFC will set up their decks at Driftwood 7s in Mombasa these weekend seeking to spin their way to their fourth Stanbic Bank National Sevens Circuit victory in a row. Heading to round four at Mombasa Sports Club, the Deejays hold an unassailable lead at the helm of the standings with maximum 66 points, collecting the Main Cup honours at each of the preceding Prinsloo (Nakuru), Sepetuka (Eldoret) and Kabeberi (Machakos) sevens showdowns.

Hamilton Revs Up To Close In On Fifth Formula One Title

SPA, Belgium- Lewis Hamilton will return refreshed and ready to close in on his fifth world title this weekend when Formula One resumes after the summer break at the Belgian Grand Prix. After three weeks of inactivity, punctuated by retirement and transfer announcements, the defending four-time champion and his Mercedes team will relish a chance to extend their three-race winning run at the majestic Spa-Francorchamps circuit set in the Ardennes forests.