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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Marshall stands tall to make US Seniors golf showdown
Dereham golfer Andrew Marshall has played his way into this month's US Senior Open (Image: Rushmer PR) Norfolk golfer Andrew Marshall is bound for the U.S Senior Open after battling through a qualifier in North Carolina, writes Tony Rushmer. Marshall fired a three-under-par round of 69 to finish runner-up in a field of more than 60 players at River Landing Golf Club. Advertisement His strong performance meant he became one of seven to make it through to the $4million seniors showdown, which will be staged from June 26-29 at The Broadmoor Golf Club in Colorado. Marshall completed the opening nine holes of the qualifier in level par, trading an early bogey for a birdie at the par-5 eighth hole. The Dereham Golf Club member surged through the gears in the second half of his round and from the 13th hole peeled off three straight birdies, which proved decisive. Then he stood tall through the closing three holes to earn his spot in the second seniors major of the season. Marshall, 51, said: 'I hit some solid shots under a bit of pressure. I didn't drop anything – I nearly did on 16 but holed a 10-footer for my par. Then I hit a good shot with a 3-rescue – like a hybrid – into about 15 feet at the 17th, a long par-3. Advertisement 'The 18th is their signature hole and you have to hit it at least 260 yards to get past the corner. Then I had 131 to a tight left flag into a stiff breeze and thought 'You haven't got to be a hero this week, just knock it on and two-putt'. 'So I punched a 9-iron just right of the hole to about 15 feet away and dollied it down to tap in. I was more than happy.' He can now look forward to rubbing shoulders with elite over-50s stars such as Ernie Els, Lee Westwood and Padraig Harrington. Not that the experience will unsettle Marshall, who came up through the Norfolk County Golf Union ranks before enjoying a successful European Tour career. Advertisement He said: 'I think I've proved I'm more than capable of playing against some of those guys.' Marshall competes mainly on the Legends Tour and before returning to the US at the end of the month is set to tee up in Greece next week. He also has events on home soil to look forward to, such as the Senior Open at Sunningdale at the end of July. He said: 'I feel very positive. It's nice to be playing well with some big events around the corner.'
The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Rare Peter Rabbit 50p coin sells for more than whopping 5,000 times its value – here's how to check if you have one
A RARE 50p coin has sold for more than £2,500 because of its unusual design. The coin, which was sold on eBay, was part of a batch of special Peter Rabbit coins produced by the Royal Mint in 2018. While most Peter Rabbit 50p coins contain the lettering "The tale of Peter Rabbit" on one side, this 2018 coin – which was sold on the online auction site in March this year – has only the markings "Peter Rabbit". Coin hunters should check their collections to see if they have snatched up one of the treasures. Experts such as Coin Checker say such small details can "dramatically" increase the price of rare coins for dedicated collectors. It comes after another Peter Rabbit coin was put up for sale for a whopping £25,000 because of a tiny error. One eagle-eyed collector, who lives in Dereham, quickly noticed theirs looked different from the rest. As the eBay listing explained, there was a bizarre "lump of metal" stuck to one of the character's feet. In the latest listing to catch the eye of collectors, the seller outlined on ebay what makes this Peter Rabbit 50p coin "iconic". They wrote: "Crafted with precision in the United Kingdom, these coins boast the iconic symbolism that collectors and enthusiasts alike seek. "The year of issue varies across the collection, offering a time capsule of Britain's numismatic artistry. "The rarity of these coins makes them an exceptional find for any serious collector or admirer of British tradition." The rarest and most valuable 50p coins in circulation Much like how the Beatrix Potter coin is a commemorative item, similar rarities will often be desirable for collectors. It'll always depend on who you're looking to market your coin to when it comes to sell, as the amount buyers are willing to pay will vary from one to the next. One literature fan might be keen to spend hundreds just to get their hands on it, while another might only see the coin as worth its face value of 50p. How to check if you have a rare coin If you think that you might have a rare coin then it's worth checking with an expert to see if yours could sell for a hefty price tag. The most valuable coins are usually those with a low mintage or an error. These are often deemed the most valuable by collectors. You can check how much the coin is selling for on eBay by searching the full name of the coin, selecting the "sold" listing and then toggling the search to "highest value". It will give you an idea of the amount of money that the coin is going for. But it's not always the case that a coin has sold for the amount is was listed for. Coins are really only worth what someone else is willing to pay for them. Sometimes, collectors are willing to pay more for a coin if they need it to complete a set. Some key things to look out for on other coins, that might help you drive up the price too, would be a low mintage or an error that's apparent on the design. If a coin has a high mintage figure then it's a bit easier to find one in your own wallet, but then it's not as sought after or rare. You can check how much a coin will typically go for on eBay though. Sometimes a coin may not have sold for the amount it was listed for, and fakes circulate online too, so keep this in mind.
BBC News
12-05-2025
- BBC News
Norfolk Police looking for suspected stolen BMW after A47 pursuit
Officers are appealing for witnesses after a suspected stolen car failed to stop following a police pursuit. Norfolk Police said officers engaged in a short pursuit and attempted to stop a suspected stolen dark blue BMW series 3 on the A47 at North Tuddenham, near Dereham, on 8 May at about 00:10 BST. The force said the car failed to stop for the officers and is believed to have collided with another vehicle before fleeing the scene. It said the police pursuit was stopped due to safety concerns and no one was injured. The force is now appealing for anyone who many have witnessed the collision or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to get in touch. Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dereham's Dolan set for titles defence at York Hall
Dereham's Emma Dolan returns to the ring in April as she defends her British and Commonwealth super flyweight titles. 'It's a brilliant fight, one that gets me excited and something I can really get my teeth into. I can't wait to show everyone what we've been doing in the gym,' said Dolan, who will face Lauren Parker at London's York Hall on April 4. Dolan's ring return will mark her first appearance at the intimate, famous-old home of British boxing. The 26-year-old should have chalked off this milestone last December, but a chest infection put paid to her scheduled headliner against unbeaten challenger Megan Redstall. With her illness frustrations now safely behind her, Dolan is looking forward to appearing on the DAZN televised show, promoted by Izzy Asif's GBM Sports. 'I think this is such a brilliant platform for me,' said Dolan. 'I really like Izzy and his setup. It would be a pleasure to fight for big titles with him in the future.' Dolan will feature in one of the chief supporting bouts on a packed card headlined by Shakan Pitters challenging for Frenchman Daniel Blenda Dos Santos' European light heavyweight belt. The Carl Greaves-trained Dolan, now based out of Newark, has been inactive since outpointing Shannon Ryan last summer. In a mature performance, she dropped the bookies favourite early, on her way to winning a points decision. Dolan, unbeaten in seven fights, is confident in her ability and desperate for another chance to showcase her skills to a larger audience. "I'll go anywhere to fight,' she says of what will be another evening in the 'away corner' when facing Stevenage-based, former European champion Parker. 'I thrive off it; it gives me a real fire in my belly. I am getting a reputation now for going on the road and spoiling the party. I'll be bringing a load of supporters down, too. But none of that really matters, though, once you're in there and that bell goes. 'Then it will just be me and Lauren.'
