The tree is up and there’s non stop Christmas songs on the radio so there’s no doubting we are fully into the festive swing even if the never ending BREXIT negotiations are enough to drain the goodwill of one and all!
It’s a festive feeling with a twist of regret and excitement for me. Regret that after 11 years the usual gang won’t be gearing up for another year of tennis on Sky. Excitement at what the future might bring, both personally and in the wonderful world of sport and beyond.
So here is my 2019 wish list in no particular order.
A triumphant return to the tour for Andy Murray. I hope he can give us a reminder of what we took for granted for so long….weeks of excitement mixed with his frustration, brilliance and remarkable determination to succeed. How we have missed him as the weeks and months have gone by.
Silverware for Spurs. I don’t care if it’s the League Cup or even the Europa League (I’m writing this hours before the Barcelona game) I just want to see Poch and Harry clutching a trophy to their chest and then gearing up for glory in the new stadium come next season.
Super Bowl success for the Dallas Cowboys. Dak and co have won 5 in a row to turn their campaign around. It’s asking a lot to go all the way but it’s about time.
A new album from Billy Joel. Random you will say but ahead of his Wembley gig next summer let’s have something fresh from one of the greatest singer songwriters of all time.
A day when BREXIT isn’t mentioned….ok that’s clearly impossible but wouldn’t it be nice!
A wonderful chapter at the top of the men’s game that sees the old guard and young guns fighting tooth and nail in a glorious battle of the generations, energising the sport and uniting any growing divisions within the game.
Tiger Woods to win another major.
Arsene Wenger to return as Arsenal manager.
For me to remember that champagne, white wine, red wine, gin and beer in any order is not a good idea.
Nor are kebabs after number 9!
I’d like to wish you all a very merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Let’s keep in touch!!