Cutting back
The number of vehicles available for use by members of the new Portuguese Government is to be reduced. Another new cost-cutting measure being introduced is the renovation of the existing
Hot formula
Lewis Hamilton spent an enjoyable day at the behest of McLaren-sponsor Vodafone in Estoril last week. The ‘Hot Laps’ promotion provided loyal telecom giant customers with the opportunity to sample
Under sail
A total of 225 young sailors representing 37 countries are currently competing in the European Optimist-class Championships which will reach their climax off Tavira on Sunday. Amongst the candidates hoping
Double fault
Unfortunately the likes of Greg Rusedski, Henri Leconte or John MacEnroe will not be contesting the Vale do Lobo Grand Champions title next month. Organisers Premier Sports have been forced
Golden gloves
The Algarve Boxing Association in conjunction with the Arena Faro Club is holding a gala night from 9pm on July 23. The occasion is designed to raise funds which would
Home win for Parkalgar
Parkalgar Honda turned out in force for Sunday’s Mallory Park ‘Race of the Year’. In qualifying, Sam Lowes and Bogdanka PTR stablemate James Ellison were showing near record pace on
The Blevins Franks Texas Scramble
Following the success of their 2010 Pro Am series, Blevins Franks are now holding a Texas Scramble golf tournament on July 8. The tournament is being played on the Oceânico
Free flat green bowling at Vila da Luz
Vila da Luz Bowls Club is offering free instruction to anyone who is interested in learning more about flat green bowling. Starting on July 5 and then on the following
Big match
Benfica have announced that they will play Paris Saint-Germain in the Algarve on July 15. The friendly will form part of the French club’s pre-season training camp held in the
TOP SHOT
Algarve golf pro Ricardo Santos became the top ranked Portuguese player on the European Challenge Tour following a seventh-place finish in Scotland at the weekend. The 29-year-old is now ranked

