Sport

W hy xG became mainstream

Expected goals (xG) moved from analyst blogs to match broadcasts because it answers a simple question better than shots or possession: how good were the chances? Instead of counting every attempt equally, xG weights each shot by its likelihood of becoming a goal based on location and context. For bettors, that offers a clearer read on underlying performance...

Ireland international and Exeter Chiefs flanker Dorothy Wall has called on the “local Exeter support” to attend this Sunday’s blockbuster Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final at Sandy Park as Ireland prepare to clash with France this Sunday.

Sandy Park has already hosted five entertaining matches in the tournaments pool stages, and all eyes are now turned to the knock-out stages, as...

South Devon’s official destination marketing organisation, Visit South Devon, is proud to announce the launch of a brand-new membership scheme exclusively for golf courses across the region. This initiative will bring together South Devon’s outstanding golf venues under one umbrella, raising their profile to visitors from across the UK and overseas while strengthening South Devon’s reputation...

Padel has been on the rise globally, earning its place as one of the fastest-growing alternative sports of the past decade. You've probably seen it popping up on social media, professional tournaments gaining momentum, and your friends raving about their padel matches. But here's the thing—not all padel rackets (or pala , as it's called in Spanish) are created equal.

If you've just...