TOM EATON | Feeling like a dusty, beaten carpet? Let me serve some cheer

While I admire the optimism of the public who think they can beat the all-time greats in their chosen sports, it is a bit disrespectful

06 July 2023 – 21:48

If the pessimism and gloominess of society is starting to get you down, let me usher you into the weekend with a bolt of bright, beautiful and brash optimism: according to a recent survey, 5% of British people who “occasionally play sports” believe that they could win a tennis match against Serena Williams…

There’s never been a more important time to support independent media.

From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you.

For just R80 you can become a premium member (digital access) and support a publication that has played an important political and social role in South Africa for over a century of Sundays. You can cancel anytime.

Already subscribed? Sign in below.

Questions or problems? Email [email protected] or call 0860 52 52 00.

Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it’s quick and free) or sign in now.