Joe Schmidt appears to be the sacrificial lamb, thrown under the bus not only by Nucifora but later in the day by his captain Rory Best. Long live the king.

Bob Wilson has launched an astonishing attack on Jose Mourinho in which he accuses the Chelsea manager of being a boring bully.

Colin McIlroy was left to reflect on an “exciting and emotional” night after watching his nephew Rory claim his first major title at the US Open.

Petr Cech believes Chelsea are stronger now than when they were crowned Premier League champions two years ago.