Usually, I hate new sports. But the Olympics keeps on trying to sell them to us. Here’s cheerleading – although it’s not quite what you think.

CRICKET

Why aren’t there more specialist coaches in cricket? Can Cook vacate the captaincy on his own terms?And is this cricket’s moneyball in action?

BASKETBALL

The 76ers, and Sam Hinkie. It’s an amazing story.

FAKE NEWS

In sports, it’s not such a problem – because there’s an endgame.

F1

Who’s up, who’s down – money-wise.

NFL

Nobody likes the 49ers stadium. Why? Plus, how to play into your late 30s.

INEQUALITY

The new serfdom: second-tier players.

book Book BOOK!

If you haven’t got a copy of my new book yet, what are you waiting for?

That’s it for this week.