[NEW PODCAST] RAYDER REPORT: The Week That Was (March 28-April 3) The world has gone crazy and even we had to take a brief leave of absence. Did you miss us? Well, for sportsfans the world over esports has been a saving grace for anyone wanting their fix. In this episode of The Rayder Report we look at how Spanish Grand Prix road racer Alex Marques finally outshone older brother Mark Marques while in lockdown. Meanwhile, the dreaded pandemic has united sportstars worldwide, with several beloved personalities praising healthcare workers and urging their fans to stay at home. We hear from Manchester City Manager Pep Guardiola who says it’s time to listen to the professionals. We also chat about Project Pitlane – Formula 1’s answer to combating the #coronavirus – and the inevitable postponement of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Sad as it is, beloved South African Olympic sprinter Wayde van Niekerk now has more time to prep for that all-important Men’s 400-metre final. He chats to Rayder Media, offering his reaction to the news while imparting some wisdom about his legacy. On the preparation front, we hear from SA interim director of cricket Graham Smith who believes the Proteas will need six weeks to ready themselves for future test tours. Meanwhile, renowned commentator Dougie Donnelly joins former and current golfers who are spending their time in quarantine recalling great stories from the past. His story is a doozie! Be sure to tune in to this week’s edition of the Rayder Report to hear all about it. If you like what you heard, remember to like, share, comment ands subscribe for weekly updates. #sports #sport #golf #fitness #motoGP #motorsports #cricket #proteas #futbol #football #soccer #ManchesterCity #athlete #2020Olympics #Olympics #TokyoOlympics #TokyoOlympic2020 #TokyoOlympics2020 #coronavirus #covid19 #health #team #news #ball #game #style #futbol #ballislife

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RAYDER REPORT: The Week That Was (March 28 – April 3)

RAYDER REPORT: The Week That Was (March 14-20) Hey Sportsfans! So, Coronavirus has decimated every sporting event on the plan and the sports community is feeling it. We catch up with UK sports commentator Nick Heath, who’s graduated from commentating on the Six Nations and Gallagher Premiership to riveting real-life events ;-) We also turn to this week’s local football drama regarding the PSL. While sports minister Nathi Mthethwa on Tuesday permitted the PSL to go ahead behind closed doors, SAFA president Danny Jordaan confirmed Wednesday that no local football would take place until April 4. Rayder Media also caught up with CSA interim CEO Jacques Faul, who has urged the cricketing fraternity to act responsibly during this time of crisis, cancelling all cricketing activity for the next 60 days. Meanwhile, among the myriad of sporting events that have been cancelled or postponed, including Euro 2020 and the PGA Championship, there’s been no word on the Tokyo Olympics, scheduled to begin late July. In other news, it’s the end of an era for North America’s NFL. SuperBowl winner Tom Brady has left the New England Patriots after 20 seasons with the team. Brady is expected join the Tampa Bay Buccanneers, trading his beloved Gillette stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts for sunnier Florida skies. And last (but certainly not least), with all major sporting events cancelled until Corona blows over, offbeat Internet sensation the Sand Marble Rally has gained significantly in popularity among sportsfans. Naturally, Rayder was around to watch Dragon Egg claim victory at the death at this year’s championship. For all this and more, tune in to this week’s edition of the Rayder Report. If you like what you heard, remember to like, share, comment ands subscribe for weekly updates. #sports #sport #football #fitness #soccer #nfl #football #cricket #proteas #athlete #health #team #news #ball #game #style #futbol #ballislife #athletes #SixNations #GallagherPremiership #PSL #PSL2020 #PremierLeague #PremierSoccer #PremierSoccerLeague #SAFA #southafricanfootball #TokyoOlympics #TokyoOlympic2020 #TokyoOlympics2020 #SandMarbleRally #coronavirus #covid19

RAYDER REPORT: The Week That Was (March 14 – 20)

RAYDER REPORT: The Week That Was (March 9-13) Several major sporting events have been cancelled or postponed the world over – including Serie A, La Liga, European PGA, ATP Tour, MotoGP and more ¬– which has proved devastating to the global sports economy. Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, however, gives his take on the pandemic and why he feels it’s important to heed all precautionary measures. Meanwhile, other events have gotten under way sans spectators and Bayer Leverkusen’s Erling Haaland reveals why he is not a fan of no fans. In our weekly wrap up we also touch on Champions League highlights, including commentary from Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp and Tottenham Hotspur’s José Mourinho. In rugby, we hear from Alun Wyn Jones regarding the ball-ache that is England prop Joe Marler and his concerns that World Rugby isn’t doing enough to monitor these types of transgressions. And what would a week of sports be without some local flavour? We include highlights from the Absa Premiership League, catch up with the Proteas and give you the lowdown on all things Super Rugby. For all this and more, tune in to this week’s edition of the Rayder Report. If you like what you heard, remember to subscribe for weekly updates. #sports #sport #football #fitness #basketball #nba #soccer #football #rugby #cricket #golf #athlete #health #team #news #ball #game #style #futbol #ballislife #athletes #run #coronavirus #covid19 #absapremiership #absaprem #proteas #SuperRugby #WorldRugby #ChampionsLeague

RAYDER REPORT: The Week That Was (March 9 - 13)

With International Women's Day fast approaching, Derek and Sam were joined by the incredibly talented sports broadcaster Cindy Poluta to celebrate women in sport. The pair also caught up with Proteas superstar Mignon du Preez, ahead of the team's semifinal clash against Australia at the Women's T20 World Cup.

Episode 44 - Cindy Poluta and the Proteas Women

The team wraps up the marathon stage, which saw Nasser Al-Attiyah lose plenty of time to Carlos Sainz, while Fernando Alonso recovered from a dramatic roll.

Episode 43 - The Mad Marathon Stage

Derek catches up with Glyn Hall, Giniel de Villiers and the rest of the Toyota Gazoo Racing stable following a sensational day for the team, as Nasser Al-Attiyah closed the gap on Carlos Sainz to just 24 seconds.

Episode 42 - 24 Seconds

The team looks back at another sensational performance from Fernando Alonso, on a day where Nasser Al-Attiyah closed the gap between himself and Carlos Sainz.

Episode 41 - Alonso Does It Again

Toyota Gazoo Racing team principal Glyn Hall returns as the team mourns motorcyclist Paulo Gonçalves, who was killed during Stage 7 of the Dakar Rally.

Tragedy Strikes Dakar Rally

In a Dakar version of the famous "Pit Walk", Derek catches up with the key players from Toyota Gazoo Racing on the rest day of the world's toughest race, including Giniel de Villiers, Nasser Al-Attiyah, Fernando Alonso, Bernhard ten Brinke, Mathieu Baumel, Glyn Hall and more.

Episode 39 - The Bivouac Blitz

Derek, Waldo and Danny look back at Stage 6 of the 2020 Dakar Rally, where Nasser Al-Attiyah and Carlos Sainz resumed their intense rivalry, as the world's toughest race reached the halfway mark.

Episode 38 - Rest Day Reached

With rest day approaching, Toyota Gazoo Team Principal Glyn Hall opens up about all things Dakar, the pressures of being defending champions, the Fernando Alonso story and so much more.

Episode 37 - Glyn Hall Opens Up

The team looks back at an action-packed Stage 4, where Nasser Al Attiyah decimated Carlos Sainz' lead and Fernando Alonso enjoyed another strong Dakar day. We also hear from Giniel de Villiers and some South African fans who are loving life in Saudi Arabia.

Episode 36 - Nasser Closes In On Carlos

The team wraps up an epic third stage at Dakar 2020, where Fernando Alonso rebounded from disaster to post the best time of the day for Toyota Gazoo Racing.

Episode 35 - Alonso Bounces Back

The team dissects Stage Two of the 2020 Dakar Rally, where Giniel de Villiers bounced back brilliantly to capture the win. They also touch on the Southern African double, as Botswana's Ross Branch won the bike stage.

Episode 34 - De Villiers Dominates Stage 2

The team wraps up Toyota Gazoo Racing's performance in Stage One of the 2020 Dakar Rally, which saw Fernando Alonso officially make his debut at the world's toughest race.

Episode 33 - Alonso Makes His Mark

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