SOCCER
A Reece James thunderbolt helped Chelsea begin their Premier League season with a win last night.
The Pensioners beat Brighton 3-1 at the AMEX Stadium.
Timo Werner was fouled for a first half penalty which Jorginho converted.
Leandro Trossard levelled for Brighton in the second period, before James crashed in an effort from 25 yards.
The win was secured when Kurt Zouma's effort was deflected in by Adam Webster.
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard believes German striker Werner can make a big impact
A quick start from Wolves at Bramall Lane saw them open with a victory of their own.
They scored twice in the opening six minutes in a 2-nil win at Sheffield United.
Raul Jimenez and Romain Saiss were on the mark.
Four Premier League sides are in Carabao Cup second round action tonight.
Newcastle welcome Blackburn to St. James's Park
Crystal Palace go to the recently relegated Bournemouth.
West Ham entertain fellow Londoners, Charlton.
And Aston Villa make the trip to League One side Burton Albion.
CYCLING
Sam Bennett's quest to win the Tour de France green jersey resumes today.
Stage 16 takes in five categorised climbs in the 164 kilometres from La Tour du Pin to Villard de Lans.
Bennett's main point of concern will be the intermediate sprint at Saint Joseph de Riviere.
The Carrick-on-Suir sprinter holds a 45-point lead over Peter Sagan.
GOLF
Sam Horsfield became the latest player to pull out of this week's US Open last night.
The Englishman tested positive for COVID-19 upon his arrival at Winged Foot.
Horsfield's place in the field goes to Rory Sabbatini.
Scottie Scheffler had already confirmed his withdrawal, and is replaced by Branden Grace.
RACING
There's an eight race card at Tipperary this afternoon.
The first goes to post at five-past-1.
