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He’s the leading try scorer in World Rugby Sevens history, and an Olympic silver medalist. Dan Norton joins Chris and Robbie to look back on his career and the unique journey to a silver medal at Rio 2016.

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Leading tennis journalist Reem Abulleil looks back on an epic weekend’s action at Wimbledon and answers all the big questions, from whether Carlos Alcaraz is the greatest ever at 20, to if Ons Jabeur will ever win an elusive grand slam title

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Former Yorkshire all-rounder and the man who the blew the whistle on institutional racism as part of an independent investigation into discrimination within the ECB. 

The findings from said investigation are an emphatic in their condemnation of the culture of cricket in England and Wales, lifting the lid on not just widespread racism, but also sexism, classism and elitism in English and Welsh cricket.

Azeem came to the Extra Time studio to talk to Robbie just hours after those findings were made public.

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Chris McHardy sits down with High Performance coach Paddy Upton to learn more about the secrets to India's ICC Cricket World Cup triumph in 2011 - 28 years after they last won it. Paddy was a key member of Gary Kirsten's coaching stuff, and opens up on how they set about instilling a winning culture. A must listen for all cricket fans.

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Chris and Robbie look ahead to this summer's eagerly-anticipated Ashes series with a little help from their friends. Former Yorkshire captain Azeem Rafiq joins the guys in studio to run the rule over "Bazball", Pat Cummins and much more. Cricketer-turned-commentator Mel Jones is also on hand to give her verdict. So will it be England or Australia lifting the tiny urn? 

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It’s the deal that Newcastle fans thought may never happen. But finally, Mike Ashley’s 14-year reign as owner is over after Saudi’s Public Investment Fund zeal their long-awaited £305m takeover. So what’s next next Former Magpies Steven Taylor and Lee Clark give their verdict as does the former chairman of the club’s Supporters Trust, Neil Mitchell.

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In a story that has rocked the world of tennis and raised questions about mental health issues in sport and the way athletes interact with the press, Naomi Osaka’s withdrawal from the French Open sparked furious debate. We speak to respected tennis correspondent Reem Abulleil prior to Osaka’s exit, and then discuss the fallout from her decision to walk away from Roland Garros.

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We catch up with teenage Emirati racing sensation Hamda Al Qubaisi, who is currently competing in the Italian Formula 4 Championship. As one of only two female drivers in a field full of the brightest young talents in Europe, Hamda is emulating her older sister Amna and in doing so, inspiring many other girls to get into motorsport.

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As it turns out the European Super League’s lifespan was only marginally longer than that of a mayfly! The guys pick through the wreckage of a plan that exposed its architects but left football pondering the security of its future. 

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Arsenal fan and former MailOnline deputy sports editor, Matt Fortune, joins us as the nascent European Super League faces a tsunami of vitriol over its proposed plans to hijack football as we know it. Will the clubs involved stand firm and what next for the fans?

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The world of football united in horror after 12 of the richest clubs in Europe announced plans to form a breakaway Super League that amounts to a closed shop where the elite get richer and the rest battle for scraps from the table. Is this the death of the game as we know it or a natural progression for a sport that appears to have long since sold its soul for commercial gains. Rob and Chris are joined by Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler as they discuss a story that has rocked the beautiful game.

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A wide open 85th edition of the fabled Masters tournament sees Bryson DeChambeau unveil a "secret weapon", Jordan Speith hit form at just the right time and Rory McIlroy draw inspiration from a visit to the recuperating Tiger Woods. Robbie and Chris build up to golf's showpiece event.

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Avram Grant sits down with Chris and Robbie for an hour-long chat as he lifts the lid on his time at Chelsea, from stepping into the Special One's shoes, to a fateful night in Moscow and no shortage of regret about the way it all ended.

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The new rugby season  has begun in Dubai and Extra Time caught up with Director of Rugby Hurricanes and former Wales Seven player Mathew Pewtner to put us in the picture.

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Two-time Olympian James Ellington joins Chris and Robbie to discuss the upcoming Olympic Games and where his preparations are currently at.

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In a wide-ranging chat, the guys debate the English Premier League’s all time greatest signing and argue over the validity of Chennai’s crumbling pitch, as India put England to the sword. Plus, who knew that a dental procedure could improve your golf. One expert explains how! 

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We start with a buzzword that has got Robbie's goat, chat to F1 expert Damien Reid on proposed changes to shake up race weekends this season and debate the Premier League's highest profile flops this season. Plus, Chris proves once again that his status as a footballing anorak remains unmatched!

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The Dubai Little League and Israel Baseball Association have announced a new baseball tournament to take place in both countries for a trophy aptly named the Unity Cup. We caught up with Dubai Little League President Roger Duthie and head coach Mohamed Mroueh to find out more. 

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Chris and Matt debate the merits of Emma Hayes' becoming  the new boss of AFC Wimbledon and making history in the process. Former England batsman Nick Compton and Indian journalist Chetan Narula preview the upcoming test between the two sides and Rory Lawson previews the Rugby Six Nations.

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Lightweight contender and Olympic Gold Medalist Luke Campbell compares the fighting styles of Vasiliy Lomachenko and the rising star of the division Ryan Garcia - the man who stopped him on the second round of their recent WBC interim lightweight title fight. Luke also has his say on the highly anticipated heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury.

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Chris is made to eat a large slice of humble pie by India's swashbuckling young cricketers, Teddy Sheringham talks Man United's title changes and the guys fallout over Justin Thomas.

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Tim Paine and Steve Smith are in hot water, but is the criticism of them fair? Chris and Robbie discuss that plus they talk UFC 257 and Conor McGregor’s upcoming debut in Abu Dhabi.

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Chris and Robbie debate Frank Lampard’s position at Chelsea as the expensively assembled Blues continue to falter. The guys also make their predictions for the year ahead in golf and tennis.

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Audie Attar is the CEO of Paradigm Sports and the man responsible for Conor McGregor's ascent to the top of the UFC. Chris and Robbie sit down with the charismatic Iraqi-American to find out what really makes 'The Notorious' tick. Plus, could McGregor's self imposed retirement come to an end in Abu Dhabi? Audie gives us his verdict.

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Robbie is far from happy with the current rules around spot-kicks. There's also the tale of the worst player to ever grace the English Premier League, 24 years on from his one, and only, appearance.

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A 2-0 win over Manchester City has taken Tottenham to the top of the English Premier League table, so is Jose Mourinho about to pull off his greatest achievement? Chris and Robbie debate that PLUS there's the story of the craziest penalty shootout in history.

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Humiliated 6-0 by Spain in the UEFA Nations League, the postmortem has begun into what's going wrong with Die Mannschaft. Sky Germany's Uli Kohler joins Chris and Robbie to give his verdict. Could Jurgen Klopp be the answer?

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They have long been seen as the whipping boys of international football, losing 147 of their first 150 games, conceding 669 goals in the process. This weekend though the players of San Marino wept tears of joy. The guys explain why.

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The news that spectators are allowed to return to sports stadia in Dubai - albeit at 30% capacity - ought to be reason for celebration. But as Chris explains it's not quite as straight-forward as many think. Plus Robbie pays homage to your new Masters champion.

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After winning a record-equalling seventh Formula One World Championship, Lewis Hamilton ought to be considered a sporting great. But just where does he rank? And why doesn't he get the credit his achievements deserve?

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Chris and Robbie toast the Mumbai Indians after their third IPL success in four years plus Will Kitchen, Managing Director of RedBear Sports, outlines the plans for the brand new Rajasthan Royals Academy in Dubai. 

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Twenty years on from the quickest sending off in history, Chris and Robbie take a jaunt down memory lane as they recall some of the game's most infamous. And yes, that fateful night at Selhurst Park involving King Eric gets a mention.

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With jam-packed schedules and a mounting injury list, Chris and Robbie ponder whether elite footballers deserve any sympathy? And it's fair to say they don't agree with one another!

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Chris and Robbie don't see eye to eye as they wade into a debate as to who is better: Wayne Rooney or Harry Kane?

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Chris speaks exclusively to Rajasthan Royals trio Steve Smith, Sanju Sanson and coach Amol Muzumdar to find out more about the legendary 'Royals Way' and what separates the Jaipur-based franchise from the rest of the Indian Premier League.

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Chris and Robbie debate the merits of Leicester City as genuine title challengers after their 4-1 demolition of Leeds United. Can the Foxes repeat their historic triumph of 2016? 'Mr Ryder Cup' himself Ian Poulter is also on the show as he looks ahead to The Masters.

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Chris aims both barrels at Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as Arsenal end their away day blues at 'Top 6' opposition. Former Manchester United and Arsenal defender Mikael Silvestre offers his insight PLUS the story of quite possibly the worst technology fail in football history.

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The UAE's top-flight football league doesn't get the credit it deserves. Chris and Robbie explain why. Plus Dr. Erik Hohmann, a knee specialist at Burjeel Hospital in the UAE, joins the guys to give his verdict on Virgil van Dijk's season-ending injury.

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In an exclusive interview for the South African Business Council here in Dubai, former Proteas cricket captain Faf de Plessis opens up on a wide range of subjects including his take on what makes MS Dhoni 'Captain Cool'.

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Following Manchester City's worst start to Premier League season in six years, Chris and Robbie dare to ask the question: Is Guardiola's time at City coming to and end?

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Following his dominant win over Justin Gaethje at UFC 254 and subsequent retirement, where does Khabib sit on the pantheon of greats? Chris and Robbie debate that with a little help from Jackie Chan's best mate, Tam Khan.

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Dubai-based PGA professional Olivia Jackson has become the first female to win a UAE PGA Order of Merit event after carding a 69 at Emirates Golf Club and she joins Chris and Robbie to discuss the historic achievement.

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Sunrisers Hyderabad captain and Aussie opener David Warner joins us for a chat about a surreal edition of the Indian Premier League from behind closed doors in the UAE. Plus, Mesut Ozil’s situation at Arsenal has prompted him to speak out, but is he a mercenary or simply misunderstood?

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A group of Newcastle supporters have taken a stand against egregious Pay-per-View demands from Sky and BT, and in doing so have raised nearly £20,000 for charity. We’re joined by NUFC Foodbank co-founder Steve Hastie, who explains how the initiative has taken off. We also debate the dearth of world class centre backs, as Virgil Van Dijk’s injury robs the Premier League of its most assuredly defensive presence 

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Chris and Robbie deliver their verdicts on the X-rated tackle that looks set to rule Virgil van Dijk out for the rest of the season. What REALLY is going on with VAR?

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Australian cricket legend and Rajasthan Royals ambassador Shane Warne sits down with Chris for an exclusive interview.

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Motorsport journalist Damien Reid joins us to weigh in on Lewis Hamilton’s record-tying exploits at the Eifel Grand Prix, while Omega Dubai Moonlight Classic tournament director Simon Corkill has all the latest on the upcoming Ladies European Tour event at Emirates Golf Club. Plus - was 2008 the greatest year in the history of sport? 

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Two big debates: Is 'Project Big Picture' really the cure to English football ills? The guys disagree on the that. And where does Rafael Nadal's dismantling of Novak Djokovic leave him the GOAT race?

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A young man with big ambitions, Chris Ingram is the reigning FIA European Rally Champion and joins the guys to talk about his journey.

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Manchester United humbled 1-6 by Jose Mourinho’s Tottenham. Champions Liverpool humiliated as they concede 7 (SEVEN!) goals to Aston Villa

Football fans are still reeling from a night in which the Premier League officially went mad. What does it all mean? Chris and Robbie attempt a diagnosis!
Plus, Sky Sports’ Anton Toloui joins us to discuss the movers and shakers on Transfer Deadline Day 

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