Rory McIlroy wins Race to Dubai title but still yearns for Masters victory

World number three Rory McIlroy declared he was back to his ominous best after seven birdies in 11 holes helped him win the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai on Sunday (22 November), a victory that has already led his thoughts to turn to Aprils US Masters. McIlroys one-stroke victory over Englands Andy Sullivan caps an impressive recovery by the Northern Irishman after a ruptured ankle ligament denied him the chance to defend his British Open title this summer. Nov 23, 2015

French national anthem played at all Premier League matches

The Premier League called for the French national anthem to be played after the coin toss at all 10 matches on Saturday, Sunday and Monday (21-23 November) in tribute to those who lost their lives in the shooting and bomb attacks in the France capital. Nov 21, 2015

Chelsea: Jose Mourinho remains confident without new players

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho believes that not having another international break until March will help his team recapture their best form after a woeful start to the season. Mourinho was relentlessly optimistic in his Friday (20 November) news conference and said he would not be asking for any new signings in the January transfer window. Nov 21, 2015