Tight finish

The World Superbike (SBK) Championship which enjoyed its penultimate round in Portimão two weeks ago reached its climax in France last weekend. Aprilia title favourite Max Biaggi crashed out of

September 11, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Lower league

Local action  ||  In the Third Division (south), newly promoted Faro recorded an important 1-0 away victory at Torreense to move within one point of leaders Fátima who suffered their first defeat

September 11, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Classic eight goal thriller

By Chris Wright Without doubt the most entertaining game of this season’s league programme saw third place SC Braga snatch a draw against lowly Olhanense at the AXA Stadium last

September 11, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Champions

The FIM SuperMoto Championship of Nations celebrated its debut at the Parkalgar AIA kart track last weekend. The two dominant countries over the last seven years of the running of

September 11, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Aces

The third and last round of the prestigious Medis Copa Iberica is to be held at Vilamoura Tennis from October 26 to 28.   The tournament featuring veteran age group categories

September 11, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Gear change

Tavira Cycling Club (CCT) technical director Vidal Fitas has resigned following differences of opinion regarding the immediate future of Portugal’s most successful team. The 42-year-old who has overseen four Tour

September 4, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

World rally calendar confirmed

The International Automobile Federation (FIA) has confirmed the 2013 World Rally Championship (WRC) calendar. The Portuguese round will follow Monte Carlo, Sweden and Mexico from April 12 to 14 and

September 4, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Schlecker takeover by DIA

International food distribution company DIA has announced the acquisition of the Schlecker stores in Portugal and Spain. The purchase of the Iberian operation of the German department store chain, which

September 4, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn

Special offer to the league games

A three month package of socio-membership and entrance to the league games against Moreirense (October 28, 4pm), Beira-Mar (November 10/11) and Gil Vicente (December 15/16) is available for just €30.

September 4, 2012by Portugal ResidentIn