Almanac Olympics: First Olympian almost a hero

Edwin Flack is a name familiar to many for his exploits at the re-birth of the Olympic Games some 125 years ago. Harold Peacock has uncovered another who might well have left Flack in the shade on the track, but achieved great deeds elsewhere… [This is well worth a read – Ed.]

Australia’s National Day

On the occasion of January 26 and what it now means, Peter Crossing delves into Australia’s sporting history to look for a suitable date for celebrating the nation that exists on this island continent. [Thought-provoking – Ed]