Nick Murphy

Dagenham, Walthamstow

Sports Reporter and National Content Editor at Daily Star (UK)

National Content Editor for Reach plc's Content Hub, working across Mirror, Star, Express and more. @Dag_RedFC sufferer. [email protected]

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Articles

Dennis Taylor recalls 'black magic' and his other sporting prowess 40 years on

1 week ago | belfastlive.co.uk | Nick Murphy

As excuses for arriving into school over an hour late on a Monday morning go, this one surely remains unique. ‘Sir, I was up half the night watching the snooker final’ would normally have landed you in detention for your cheek – but this was April 29, 1985 and was no normal school day. This was the morning after the night before when that English lad with the ginger hair had been pummelled into submission by the wee Coalisland man with the upside down glasses.
Exclusive: Katie Walsh absolutely certain as she tips up Irish banker at Cheltenham Festival

1 month ago | irishmirror.ie | Nick Murphy

Katie Walsh has named her Irish banker of the Cheltenham Festival – and her selection probably won't come as much of a surprise to anyone. Walsh rode three winners at the Festival and now works for breeze up consignor, Greenhills Farm, as well as being an ambassador for Betway. And it is in her capacity with the latter that the 40-year-old sister of fellow Cheltenham great Ruby exclusively told Irish Mirror her Irish NAP across the four days.
Katie Walsh tips 14/1 Irish four-fold with one selection each day at Cheltenham

1 month ago | irishmirror.ie | Nick Murphy

Katie Walsh has picked out an 13/1 Cheltenham Festival four-fold featuring one Irish-trained horse from each day of the meeting. Walsh, won rode three winners at Prestbury Park before retiring from the saddle in 2018, has no shortage of Irish runners to pick from, with Willie Mullins and Gordon Elliott both well represented throughout the week.
I was in a chippy when Sir Alex Ferguson tried to sign me for Man Utd - I said 'f*** off'

2 months ago | dailystar.co.uk | Nick Murphy

Sport Football Manchester United FC One former Man Utd star says he and his pals turned a chip shop 'upside down' after realising the call to bring him to Old Trafford wasn't a cruel prank after all Sport Nick Murphy Sports Reporter and National Content Editor , Michael Ham and Simon Mullock 11:03, 12 Feb 2025 Alexander Buttner didn't exactly hit the ground running at Manchester United(Image: Getty Images) Imagine you're a professional footballer coming over to England to try to secure a move...
Man Utd legend insulted Sir Alex Ferguson with brutal four words when they first met

Jan 23, 2025 | dailystar.co.uk | Neil Docking |Nick Murphy

Sport Football Manchester United FC Manchester United icon Sir Alex Ferguson couldn't believe what he was hearing when one new signing introduced himself in spectacular fashion after signing for the Red Devils Sport Neil Docking and Nick Murphy Sports Reporter and National Content Editor 11:42, 23 Jan 2025 Sir Alex Ferguson couldn't believe his ears when he was greeted by one Manchester United signing(Image: Matthew Peters/Man Utd via Getty Images) Sir Alex Ferguson couldn't believe what he...
Darts fans are only just realising why players start on 501 and not 500

Dec 30, 2024 | express.co.uk | Nick Murphy |Tom Malley

Ever wondered why darts matches kick off with a score of 501? As the World Championship continues, some fans may still be baffled by the rules of the game. Big names are still vying for the Eric Bristow trophy, currently held by Luke Humphries, though he won't defend his title after going out to Peter Wright. However, it's the scoring system that leaves some casual fans puzzled - why start at 501 and not 500? There's actually a sound reason for this.
Steve Davis shows his true colours talking about old snooker rival Jimmy White

Dec 2, 2024 | leicestermercury.co.uk | Steve Wollaston |Nick Murphy

Steve Davis believes that Jimmy White's motivation for continuing to play snooker is his heating allowance! White, a prominent figure in the game for nearly 40 years due to his 'whirlwind' style and vibrant off-table behaviour, still possesses all his skills on the green baize despite his colourful past. The 62 year old managed to retain his Tour Card last year based on his own merits and recently advanced to the second round of the Northern Ireland Open.
Steve Davis' 'cheeky comment' about rival Jimmy White makes true feeling clear

Dec 1, 2024 | edinburghlive.co.uk | Nick Murphy

Snooker legend Steve Davis has cheekily suggested that Jimmy White's enduring presence on the snooker scene could be down to his need for a heating allowance! The 'Whirlwind' of the green baize, White has captivated fans with his dynamic play for nearly four decades and his celebrated off-table life is equally renowned.
Steve Davis makes true feelings clear on old rival Jimmy White

Dec 1, 2024 | walesonline.co.uk | Nick Murphy

Snooker legend Steve Davis has jokingly suggested that Jimmy White's motivation for continuing to play snooker is his heating allowance! White, known for his 'whirlwind' style of play and colourful off-table antics, has been a prominent figure in the game for nearly 40 years. Despite his age, the six-time World Championship runner-up still showcases his skills on the baize.
Andy Reid makes statement after Chiefs benching decision amid Patrick Mahomes issue

Dec 1, 2024 | irishstar.com | Nick Murphy |Joseph McBride

Andy Reid has explained his call to bench Wanya Morris after Patrick Mahomes was sacked five times against the Las Vegas Raiders. Despite the pressure on Mahomes continuing from the previous week when he took five sacks against the Carolina Panthers, the Chiefs pulled off a narrow 19-17 victory over the Raiders on Black Friday thanks to a last-minute fumble by Las Vegas while they were positioned for a potential game-winning field goal.