A new Premier League season brings a brand new Match of the Day theme intro. The BBC have outdone themselves this year with their annual montage which features a composition of old and new players on the pitch together. George Best crossing for Eric Cantona's brilliant dink is a particular joy.
Or indeed, a rasping shot from Steven Gerrard forcing a sprightly Neville Southall into an acrobatic save.
[ 2. Dad catches a foul ball while holding a baby at Cubs game ]
The Major League Baseball has been under fire in recent months for fan safety when a homer or a foul ball gets sent into the stands .
There is a happy ending this time with a fan in the stands nonchalantly catches a foul ball in the Washington Nationals v Chicago Cubs game one handed with a baby tucked up in the other.
[ 3. Bleacher Report's 50 most intimidating NBA stars ]
Jesse Dorsey lists a half century of basketball stars and coaches, who probably won't keep you up all night sweating (well may be Dennis Rodman), but the some pretty mean guys out on court.
[ 4. Edgbaston usually makes the right noises where England are concerned ]
The Guardian's Rob Bagchi on why this ground is easily most of England player's favourites.
[ 5. Audi factory driver Mike Rockenfeller on his Le Mans crash ]
Autosport
interview the driver after his terrifying crash at the 24hr race in June. (Subscription required)