They say we should use this time to learn something new – so we thought we’d offer up a history lesson free of charge!
We’re going to be recapping all the important sporting moments each and every day on the Ladbrokes Blog.
So if it’s AFL, NRL, Basketball, Cricket, Golf or even Wrestling, be sure to return each morning as we take a trip back through the history books to relive some of the great and important sporting moments in This Day In Sport!
2016 – Tim Cahill Wondergoal in Melbourne Derby
Legendary Socceroo Tim Cahill marked his return to Australian domestic Football in the most remarkable style, scoring a 40-meter stunning goal at the 27th minute of the match to announce his arrival for Melbourne City in the local Derby against Victory.
The goal was trademark Tim Cahill.
Most players saw a bobbling ball in the centre circle, Cahill saw something else.
Surging onto the loose ball, Cahill swung his right boot and was rewarded, seeing his effort go over the head of Victory goalkeeper Lawrence Thomas and into the top right-hand corner.
The 43,188 crowd at Melbourne’s Etihad Stadium were left stunned by that passege of play from Tim Cahill
Victory fans chanted “You’re only here for the money” however, both A-League officials and Melbourne City fans reckon they got bang for their buck.
It was a thumping win for the vistors, The final score being Melbourne City 4 – Melbourne Victory 1.
2011 – Southern Speed Wins Caulfield Cup
Leon Macdonald, a veteran South Australian trainer with one good horse, caused a major upset as his talented mare Southern Star took home the 2011 Caulfield Cup against some of the biggest names in Racing.
It was the career highlight for the then 71 year old, taking the first leg of the Melbourne spring cups double by 1-1/2 lengths.
“Just give me one good horse for the spring and I’ll be happy,” Williams told the media straight after the race.
The joy of victory was overwhelming for both Macdonald and the owners of Southern Speed with top Melbourne jockey Craig Williams producing a perfect ride to claim his very first Caulfield Cup.