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Longshot
PORFIN (7.00 Wolverhampton)
Has plenty of decent form around here and can bounce back from a rare blip last time out in what looks a wide-open contest.
Thief
HAZARD COLLONGES (3.00 Catterick)
Went close at Sedgefield and should be in the frame again.
GRANARY QUEEN (6.00 Wolverhampton)
Was rusty after eight months off last time and is on a fair mark.
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DAVE CHISNALL has blasted the “freezing” conditions at two recent darts ProTours, saying: “I could barely feel my fingers at times.”
Top darts players were unhappy with the lack of heat as they threw at Players Championship events 3 and 4 on February 17-18 in the Dutch town of Autotron.
The world No.7 was one of those who felt the cold and wrote about the issues in his latest kwiff blog.
Chisnall – who is set to compete at next weekend’s UK Open at Butlin’s Mineheaded – claimed more should be done backstage by organisers for stars at the behind-closed-doors, untelevised tournaments.
Especially in light of the new £125million five-year deal with Sky Sports TV that kicks-in later this year.
The St Helens thrower, 44, said: “I’m back from a few days in Holland, which turned out to be a bit of a disappointing trip.
“I went out in the second round in Players Championship Round 3 to Oskar Lukasiak but neither of us played well.
“The average of 73.30 is pretty embarrassing.
“The thing is, it was absolutely freezing there and I could barely feel my fingers at times.
“I’ve seen complaints from a few of the other lads in the week – Daryl (Gurney), Justin (Hood) and a few others posting similar comments on social media.
“I’m not one to really complain about conditions or anything, because we’re all pros and have to adapt etc.”
“However, when you see the money the tour are making at the moment, like the new five-year deal with Sky for example, they should be at least putting venues on with basic standards and heating.
“There were complaints about a lack of refreshments at the venue too, it’s all very basic.”
SunSport have contacted the PDC for comment.
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THE parents of a 12-year-old girl who died from an “aggressive” tumour said her diagnosis was a “bolt from the blue” after her relatively healthy childhood.
Keen runner Poppi Frisby’s shock cancer diagnosis came after she developed a limp that was initially unexplained.
But investigations led to a diagnosis of Ewing carcinoma – a type of cancer that begins as a growth of cells in the bones and the soft tissue around the bones.
The “aggressive” tumour was in her pelvis and her spread to her lungs.
“It broke our hearts, and I struggled to accept it,” said Poppi’s dad, Ian Frisby, 66, from Peterborough.
“It was such an overwhelming shock and like being hit by a bus.
“I remember we were ushered into a room at the hospital. Three nurses and several consultants came in, and we obviously knew something was very wrong.
“They told us Poppi had cancer and it hit us for six, as it would any parents.
“However, we looked at each other and vowed to take it one day at a time.”
Poppi was diagnosed in October 2022, and, soon after, the family were referred to East Anglia’s Children Hospices (EACH).
Despite initial concern, it proved a game-changer, and Poppi’s parents, Ian and Sam, say they will forever be thankful for the support they received, along with daughters Rubi, 15, and Daizi, 12.
“EACH was mentioned soon after the diagnosis, but I was scared and reluctant to start with,” said Ian.
“To me, the word ‘hospice’ meant one thing – death. I was in denial and didn’t want to listen.
“Initially, I fought and resisted the idea but eventually agreed to go.
“Poppi did an art activity while we were shown around, and, from that moment, my opinion and world changed.
“Far from being dark and depressing, I realised the hospice was the most beautiful place, full of the warmest, most amazing people – people I respect so much.
“There was no pressure to do anything we didn’t want to do. No-one questioned or judged us or made us feel uncomfortable.
“Instead, the care team told us they were there to look after us.
She had a heart of gold and enjoyed life, despite the challenges she faced towards the end
Ian Frisby
“It was all about us, ensuring we had maximum time to make precious memories, and their kindness and support was remarkable.”
Sadly, Poppi died in February 2024 after a 16-month battle with the disease.
Ian and Sam, who also have three older daughters, Sapphire, 27, Chrystal, 25, and Jasmin, 21, believe Poppi might have died before last February, had it not been for the exceptional care she received.
The family stayed at the hospice twice, including for end-of-life care, and attended other events, including EACH’s 2023 Christmas Winter Wonderland.
“It gave her the spirit to fight on, giving us extra time to create so many beautiful memories, like pieces of artwork and hand prints,” said Sam.
“No-one can take them away from us, and, for that, we’ll always be grateful.
“The last couple of years have been truly dreadful, but it would have been so much worse without EACH. It’s unimaginable, and I don’t think we’d have coped.”
“Poppi was so funny, and everyone adored her,” said milkman Ian.
“She was a beautiful young girl with a fun, sometimes mischievous and sassy personality.
“She said it how it was, and it was tricky getting her to do things she didn’t want to do. However, she loved people and was so respectful of everyone she met.
“She had a heart of gold and enjoyed life, despite the challenges she faced towards the end.”
Ewing sarcoma is a rare type of bone cancer that commonly affects people who are 10 to 20 years old.
It most commonly develops in the:
The symptoms of Ewing sarcoma depend on the size of the cancer and where it is in the body.
The main symptoms are pain in the affected area that gets progressively worse, and swelling and tenderness.
Other possible, but less common, symptoms may include a high temperature (fever), severe tiredness and weight loss.
In some cases of Ewing sarcoma, there may not be any symptoms at all.
But as the tumour grows it could weaken the affected bone, increasing the risk of fracture.
Source: NHS
THE National Lottery has issued an urgent warning to anyone who purchased or was gifted a Christmas scratch card as players don’t have long to claim their festive cash.
The ‘Hampers & Cash’, ‘Countdown to Christmas’ and ‘Merry Money’ games are set to expire in just weeks.
Players have 90 days from the game end-date to claim their prize, meaning they have just over 4 weeks to claim it.
The claim deadline for all Christmas scratch card prizes is close of business on Thursday, April 3.
Players are also reminded that there is a Christmas Bonus Draw worth €5,000 still up for grabs! Players can enter by scanning the QR code on the scratch card or by manually entering the access code on christmasbonus.lottery.ie.
Any entries received after 10am of 3 January 2025 will be added to the final draw, which will take place at 10am on Friday, April 4.
National Lottery spokesperson, Darragh O’Dwyer, said:
“Could there be a winning scratch card hiding in your Christmas decorations, tucked inside a greeting card, or buried in that festive clutter?
“If you received or purchased one of our Christmas scratch cards: ‘Hampers & Cash’, ‘Countdown to Christmas’, or ‘Merry Money’ – check them now, as you could be sitting on an incredible prize.
“The deadline to claim is 3rd April, so don’t miss out! For prizes above €15,000, players should contact our prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email claims@lottery.ie to arrange collection at Lotto HQ.”
Meanwhile, a lucky player is €500,000 richer after matching all five numbers in Friday night’s EuroMillions Plus draw.
The punter purchased their winning Quick Pick ticket on the day of the draw, from SuperValu New Ross, The Quays, New Ross, Co. Wexford.
The winning numbers in the EuroMillions Plus draw (Friday, 21st February) were: 15, 23, 26, 29 and 48.
And a Corkonian is also in high spirits this morning after bagging a life-enhancing prize of €213,502 in the EuroMillions main draw.
The player successfully matched 5 numbers and one lucky star on their Quick Pick ticket, purchased on Thursday from Texaco Service Station, Model Farm Road, Co. Cork.
The winning numbers in the main EuroMillions draw (Friday, 21st February) were: 1, 3, 11, 20, 43 and the two Lucky Stars were 2 and 11.
The National Lottery is urging all players in Wexford and Cork areas to check their tickets carefully and if you’re holding the winning ticket, be sure to contact the National Lottery prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email claims@lottery.ie to arrange the collection of your prize.
Spokesperson for the National Lottery, Emma Monaghan said: “We’re over the moon to see two big wins from Wexford and Cork emerge from last night’s EuroMillions draw.
“It’s moments like these that remind us all of the excitement and possibility the games bring.
“So, to all our players, check your tickets very carefully – who knows, it could be you!”
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