Fraser Watson

Sports writer at @MirrorSport @DExpress_Sport. Former Welsh Sports Journalist of the Year when newspapers were still a thing. [email protected].

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Ronnie O'Sullivan says he used to live on a canal boat and admits 'I loved it'

3 days ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Kasra Moradi |Steve Wollaston |Fraser Watson

Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan, despite being the sport's highest-earning player with career winnings topping £14.73 million, famously shunned more extravagant purchases like yachts or mansions for a more unique indulgence. The seven-time world champion decided to invest in a luxury narrowboat, spending £130,000 on the vessel called Morfe Lady Three back in 2018.
Ronnie O'Sullivan's £130,000 canal boat home after snooker legend had to sell

5 days ago | express.co.uk | Fraser Watson |Kasra Moradi

Ronnie O'Sullivan's £130,000 canal boat home after snooker legend had to sellRonnie O'Sullivan has never been one to conform to the expectations of a global sports star, once splashing out on a £130,000 canal boat. Ronnie O'Sullivan sold his narrow boat a year after purchasing it (Image: Eurosport)Ronnie O’Sullivan once treated himself to a £130,000 canal boat - only to sell it a year later.
Luke Littler taunts Luke Humphries with cheeky jab before Premier League clash

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Fraser Watson

Luke Littler taunts Luke Humphries with cheeky jab before Premier League clash'The Nuke' has raised the stakes ahead of his Premier League Darts clash with Humphries in Aberdeen. 18:03, Mon, May 5, 2025 | UPDATED: 18:04, Mon, May 5, 2025 Share Article Bookmark Luke Littler has taunted his rival ahead of their match in Aberdeen. (Image: Getty)Luke Littler has aimed a light-hearted dig at rival Luke Humphries ahead of the pair’s Premier League Darts clash in Aberdeen this week.
Jack Draper leading Carlos Alcaraz in race for life-changing bonus payment

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Fraser Watson

Jack Draper leading Carlos Alcaraz in race for life-changing bonus paymentThe British star is heading for a huge payout despite his Madrid Open final defeat. 16:25, Mon, May 5, 2025 | UPDATED: 16:26, Mon, May 5, 2025 Share Article Bookmark Jack Draper was beaten by Casper Ruud on Sunday. (Image: Getty)Ruud fought back from 5-3 down to take the opening set, prompting an emotional outburst from Draper.
Judd Trump makes complaint after Mark Williams loss and tells chiefs 'stamp it out'

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Fraser Watson

Judd Trump makes complaint after Mark Williams loss and tells chiefs 'stamp it out'There was a rowdy atmosphere as the world No.1 was knocked out in the semi-final. 16:16, Sun, May 4, 2025 | UPDATED: 16:17, Sun, May 4, 2025 Share Article Bookmark Judd Trump was heckled by a fan in the semi-final. (Image: Getty)Judd Trump has hit out at fan behaviour at the Crucible following his semi-final defeat to Mark Williams.
'I hate Bill Belichick and it's embarrassing how his 49-year younger girlfriend rules him'

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Fraser Watson

'I hate Bill Belichick and it's embarrassing how his 49-year younger girlfriend rules him'The NFL coach has been in the headlines for a variety of reasons lately. 14:53, Sun, May 4, 2025 | UPDATED: 14:53, Sun, May 4, 2025 Share Article Bookmark Bill Belichick has relased a new book. (Image: Getty)Leading NFL journalist Peter King has reignited his feud with Bill Belichick by focusing on the coach’s love life.
Mark Williams left red-faced over comments before World Snooker Championship final

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Fraser Watson

Mark Williams left red-faced over comments before World Snooker Championship finalThe Welsh veteran's prediction now looks very inaccurate. 13:48, Sun, May 4, 2025 | UPDATED: 13:48, Sun, May 4, 2025 Share Article Bookmark Mark Williams will take on Zhao Xintong today. (Image: Getty)World Snooker Championship finalist Mark Williams may now be embarrassed by his own self-deprecating comments after setting up a clash with Zhao Xintong at the Crucible.
What F1 drivers eat and drink at race weekends as pee and weight constantly trac

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Fraser Watson

What F1 drivers eat and drink at race weekends as pee and weight constantly trackedThe stars on the grid consume an extortionate amount of calories during a Grand Prix weekend. 12:51, Sun, May 4, 2025 | UPDATED: 12:52, Sun, May 4, 2025 Share Article Bookmark F1 drivers all stick to stringent diets. (Image: Getty)A leading F1 nutritionist has claimed that drivers will consume around 6,000 calories a day during a gruelling race weekend.
Verstappen demands Red Bull investigation after Miami GP incident

1 week ago | the-express.com | Fraser Watson

Max Verstappen was far from impressed with the performanceMax Verstappen was seething with his Red Bull crew despite seizing pole position at the Miami Grand Prix on Saturday. The Dutch ace scorched through qualifying to outpace McLaren's Lando Norris and Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli, who landed third. Yet, the current world champion's day was marred by setbacks. A 10-second penalty in the sprint race left him point-less, and he finished a disappointing 17th behind a safety car after a demotion.
Lewis Hamilton names 3 problems crippling Ferrari after Miami issues

1 week ago | the-express.com | Fraser Watson

The veteran racer also admitted difficulties in progressing through the initial qualifying sessions, remarking: "Just to get into Q3 is tough for us at the moment, and once you're then on that backfoot it's hard to pick up those points. "I'm just hoping that we can turn the situation around as soon as possible.