Author: Steve Brown

Press Conference Wins Thrilling Nigel B Nunes Memorial Cup Jockey Raddesh Roman, along with owners Oneil Hinds and Shauna-Kay Hinds, celebrated a thrilling victory aboard six-year-old chestnut gelding Press Conference in the $1.25-million Nigel B Nunes Memorial Cup on Sunday, October 20, 2024. In a heart-stopping finale, Press Conference produced a late surge to nose out Joy Is Golden by a neck in the Overnight Allowance contest held over the straight course at five furlongs. Trained by Ian Roberts, Press Conference, ridden by Roman, crossed the finish line in a blistering 59.0 seconds, showcasing his exceptional ability to thrive in…

Team Jamaica celebrated a momentous victory as they claimed the Caribbean Golf Association 4-Ball Championship for the fifth consecutive time in Trinidad and Tobago last weekend. The Jamaican golfers showcased their talent and skill on the course, dominating the competition and bringing home multiple trophies. With 20 golfers representing Jamaica, the team entered the championship with the largest contingent. Their hard work and dedication paid off as they emerged victorious, amassing 73 points to secure the overall trophy once again. Trinidad and Tobago finished in second place with 56 points, while Bermuda, Bahamas, Barbados, and the Cayman Islands rounded out…

The NFL season is in full swing, and week seven saw a mix of player returns from injury and devastating new injuries that will impact the league moving forward. Quarterback Anthony Richardson for the Indianapolis Colts made his return after a hip injury, while running back Nick Chubb of the Cleveland Browns struggled in his comeback game after a serious knee injury last season. San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall made his NFL debut after recovering from a gunshot wound suffered in August, showing resilience despite his team’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Another notable return was Pittsburgh…

West Indies batsman Sherfane Rutherford is calling for a more disciplined and committed batting approach from his teammates as they prepare to wrap up their tour of Sri Lanka. Despite already losing the One-Day International (ODI) series, Rutherford has been a standout performer for the team, scoring half-centuries in both matches. In the second ODI, Sri Lanka emerged victorious by five wickets, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. Rutherford, who has been in good form, scored an impressive 80 runs in the match, his highest ODI score to date. With three half-centuries in five ODIs, Rutherford has an…

La Liga fans are in for a treat this weekend as Real Madrid prepare to face off against Barcelona in the highly anticipated El Clasico. With only three points separating the two teams in the standings, this clash could have significant implications for the outcome of the league this season. Real Madrid, despite some unconvincing performances, remain unbeaten in La Liga and will be looking to secure a victory over their fierce rivals to propel themselves to the top of the table. Barcelona, on the other hand, have been in scintillating form, with Robert Lewandowski leading the charge with 12…

The stage is set for an intense battle as St Andrew Technical High School (STATHS) and Wolmer’s Boys’ clash in the second round of the Inter-secondary Schools Sports Association/Digicel Manning Cup competition. Coaches Phillip Williams and Jerome Waite are both gearing up for what promises to be a tough encounter on Friday. Group Three teams are gearing up for this highly-anticipated match, which is set to kick off at Stadium East field at 2:00 pm. The Group Three match will be followed by defending champions Mona High taking on St Jago in the Group One contest, adding to the excitement…

The racing industry in Jamaica was rocked by controversy on Monday, October 21, 2024, as a decision to disqualify the winner of the second race at Caymanas Park led to chaos and the eventual abandonment of the entire race meet. The incident occurred during the ‘Heroes Day’ meeting at Caymanas Park, which is known for its high-stakes races and is simulcast to betting locations across North America. The odds-on favorite, Tekapunt, ridden by Samantha Fletcher, was initially declared the winner of the second race but was later disqualified for causing interference to another horse, My Sunshine. The disqualification of Tekapunt…

Denbigh High School Advances to Last 16 of daCosta Cup Football Competition Denbigh High School’s football team has successfully secured a spot in the last 16 of the Inter-secondary Schools Sports Association/Wata daCosta Cup football competition after a convincing 4-0 victory over Holmwood Technical in the Group 5 round-of-32 game. The match, which took place at Foga Road High in Clarendon, saw Lashawn Barnaby shine as he scored all four goals for Denbigh High. Despite missing the first three matches of the season, Barnaby has managed to score an impressive 14 goals, leading his team to victory. Denbigh High, who…

The Jamaica Observer Takes Style Out (TSO) event kicked off with a bang as retailers and sponsors gathered at the AC Hotel Kingston’s Innovation Room on Wednesday, just hours before the main event’s start on October 24. The event, which began as Fashion’s Night Out 15 years ago, has now evolved into a three-day shopping extravaganza that celebrates local fashion and shopping culture. Guests at the launch event were treated to crafted cocktails, courtesy of TSO partners National Commercial Bank Limited (NCB), as they listened to guest speakers Tamia Carey and Norma Williams share insights on delivering exceptional customer experiences.…

Manchester United’s Dutch coach Erik Ten Hag expressed his frustration after his team’s 1-1 draw with Fenerbahce in the Europa League. The match, which took place at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium in Istanbul, saw United take the lead through Christian Eriksen but then concede a goal to Youssef En-Nesyri. Ten Hag admitted that his team lacked a “killing” instinct and that they need to be more ruthless in front of goal. The draw leaves United in 21st place in the table, and they are still without a European win in over a year. Former United boss Jose Mourinho, now in…