President Mikhail Saakashvili was on track to win 52.50% of the vote in Georgia’s presidential election today, according to an exit poll based on results as of 4pm (12pm Irish time) – four hours before the polls closed.

West Ham manager Alan Pardew warned any potential new owner that he would walk out of Upton Park rather than be told who to pick in the team.

Georgian businessman Badri Patarkatsishvili tonight revealed he is considering investing in a potential bid for West Ham.