Source: Daily_Mail
Top sport stories of 2010
It has been yet another unforgettable year in the world of sport. Whether it was scintillating stars, shuddering shocks or saucy scandals, 2010 had it all.[LNB]Tomark the end of 2010, Sportsmail has compiled a list of our top 10 mostpopular sport stories of the year according to thenumber of hits they received...[LNB] MailOnline's top 10 UK sport stories of 20101) The strips your Premier League team willbe wearing for season 2010-11[LNB]Whether you're a wide-eyed kid or an adult who can't shake the football bug, it seems there's plenty of fans who just can't wait to check out their team's new strip for the season. Each summer, we bring you all the latest designs from the top-flight clubs as they are unveiled. And we'll do just that once more when the 2011 strips start land on our desks.[LNB]Click here to read the full article2) Club-by-club guide to every Premier League transfer in summer 2010 [LNB]Remember the days when you club could buy a player on any day of the year? Thought not. The transfer windows are now a key part of the football calendar - a time of year when clubs open their wallets to splash the cash. And there's only one place to keep track of all the top-flight deals: in our complete guide to the ins and outs at your team. More of the same on its way in the January window... [LNB]Clickhere to read the full article3) Liverpool fans outraged after Konchesky's mum launches 'Scouse scum' Facebook blast [LNB]Oh, to be a fly on the wall in the Konchesky family home when Sportsmail broke the news of his mother's rant on Facebook. Sick of the taunts from sections of the Liverpool crowd, Carol Konchesky posted a message on the social networking site hitting out at the 'scouse scum'. It's fair to say she didn't boost her Christmas card count on Merseyside.[LNB] Clickhere to read the full article Family affair: Paul Konchesky (right) found himself in trouble thanks to his mum[LNB]4) Wantaway Tevez begs United manager Ferguson to take him back [LNB]Carlos Tevez rocked the world of football earlier this month when he announced his intention to quit Manchester City. As the saga rumbled on, it emerged that City had sensationally offered to sell the striker back to arch rivals United. That move would never materialise as the next day Tevez performed an incredible U-turn to remain at Eastlands.[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article5) The moment Tiger's Ryder Cup challenge was halted... by our photographer [LNB]It was THE sports photograph of 2010. Primed to take a snap of Tiger Woods chip on the final hole of day two at Celtic Manor, Mail on Sunday photographer Mark Pain suddenly found his sliced effort hurtling towards the camera. But the resulting image caught the attention of the world, with Woods, the brilliant 'Cigar Guy' and the rest of the huge crowd staring straight down the lens. Magical stuff.[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article Eye on the ball: Tiger Woods sends his shot into the camera - as Cigar Guy looks on[LNB]6) LIVE: Champions League draw - discover who United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Spurs face[LNB]It was one of the most eagerly-awaited draws in years as Champions League debutants Tottenham waited nervously to discover who they would face in the group stages. What were they worried about? After landing holders Inter Milan, their route was daunting. Yet, inspired by Gareth Bale, Spurs cruised into the last 16 with their fans now dreaming of Wembley.[LNB]Quit threat: Fernando Torres[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article7) Torres set for Liverpool exit as agent admits big boys are interested [LNB]In the summer of upheavel, it was the last thing Liverpool fans wanted to hear. The agent of star striker Fernando Torres admitted that he could be on the move to one of their Premier League rivals. In the end, Torres opted to stay under new boss Roy Hodgson. How long that link-up continues remains to be seen.[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article8) LIVE: Summer transfer deadline day - latest news before the window slams shut [LNB]Here's further proof of just how popular the transfer windows are with our readers. The final day of the transfer window is like the scramble at the Boxing Day sales - grab what you can at a knockdown price. It's almost impossible to describe the madness - have a peek through the updates to see exactly why...[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article9) West Ham to sex it up with new pink Ann Summers home shirt [LNB]Right, hands up - who fell for this one? On April Fool's Day, Sportsmail decided to publish these wild claims that West Ham were to be sponsored by erotic retailers Ann Summers. Judging by the storm it whipped up, quite a few of you were taken in by the tale![LNB]Clickhere to read the full article 10) England and Australia legends Botham andChappell in new bust-up [LNB]Sportsmail broke the news that those old pals Ian Botham and Ian Chappell were involved in a fresh row in the car park at the Adelaide Oval. It seems you just can't keep a good feud down. This story made waves on these shores as well as Down Under. And it might not be the last you hear of Beefy's fall-out with Chappell...[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article MailOnline's top 10 global sport stories of 20101) The moment Tiger's Ryder Cup challenge was halted... by our photographer[LNB]See No 5 above...[LNB]Clickhere to read the full articleEye-catching: Larissa Riquelme[LNB]2) Lingerie model promises home strip with adifference if Paraguay lift World Cup[LNB]The average fan would struggle to recognise any Paraguay footballer other than Roque Santa Cruz. But at Sportsmail HQ, we reckon that most of you could identify their most famous fan. 2010 was the year that Larissa Riquelme bust, sorry burst, on to the scene - giving it all to support her nation at the World Cup. And she scaled new heights of popularity when she promised to run naked along the streets of Asuncion if Paraguay pulled off a shock to land the trophy. Millions around the world were left heartbroken when they were eventually knocked out by Spain in the quarter-finals.[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article3) Club-by-club guide to every Premier League transfer in summer 2010 [LNB][LNB]SeeNo 2 above... [LNB]Clickhere to read the full article 4) The strips your Premier League team willbe wearing for season 2010-11[LNB]See No 1 above... [LNB]Clickhere to read the full article[LNB]5) Cigar guy revealed: We find the man who became an internet sensation[LNB]If you read the fifth top UK story, you'll already be well aware of this picture. But what really kept the story rolling was the 'Cigar Guy' to Tiger Woods' left. After tracking him down, the Mail revealed that he was Rupesh Shingadia, a 30-year-old investment analyst. And now a global star in his own right![LNB]Clickhere to read the full article 6) LIVE: Summer transfer deadline day - latest news before the window slams shut [LNB]See No 8 above... [LNB]Clickhere to read the full article7) Wantaway Tevez begs United manager Ferguson to take him back[LNB]See No 4 above...[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article Don't worry, I'm staying now: Carlos Tevez flirted with leaving Manchester City[LNB]8) Liverpool fans outraged after Konchesky's mum launches 'Scouse scum' Facebook blast [LNB]See No 3 above..[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article9) Picture special: Rooney and Co draw themselves for charity [LNB]And you thought Premier League footballers could do nothing apart from run around a bit and kick a ball? Well, these pictures threatened to put that theory to bed. Stars such as Wayne Rooney, Cesc Fabregas and Didier Drogba drew self-portraits in aid of the charity Nordoff Robbins, which delivers music therapy services. Nice work, chaps - but you should probably stick to the day job.[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article10) Torres set for Liverpool exit as agent admits big boys are interested [LNB]See No 7 above...[LNB]Clickhere to read the full article Sportsmail selects the best pictures of 2010Santa's Little Helper: Jennifer Love Hewitt spends Christmas Eve helping families in need [LNB][LNB] Explore more:People: Tiger Woods, Fernando Torres, Ian Botham, Roque Santa Cruz, Didier Drogba, Wayne Rooney, Carlos Tevez, Cesc Fabregas, Roy Hodgson, Gareth Bale, Ian Chappell Places: Liverpool, Manchester, Australia, Spain, Paraguay, United Kingdom
