Top quotes of the week (25th March - 1st April)

“It would be the ultimate revenge to beat City to the Premier League title and knock them out of the FA Cup, especially after last year. It would be so sweet.”

- Chris Smalling wants revenge on Manchester City

“That sort of match a couple of years ago I probably would have lost.”

- Andy Murray after his win over Ferrer. Murray admits that he has to improve his serve on clay if he wishes to be a serious contender in the clay court season.

“Not winning a trophy has caused me a lot of pain.”

- Robin van Persie after years of trophy-less seasons with Arsenal

“At my age, you have to take things one season at a time, but I am flattered to hear that Carlo wants to keep me on.”

- David Beckham refuses to talk about contract. The global superstar was signed by Paris Saint-Germain for a short duration with his contract set to expire in the summer.

“He was such a warm-hearted gentleman, I have nothing but praise for him. To pass him up is a huge honour to say the least.”

- Kobe Bryant after beating Wilt Chamberlain’s career total of 31,419 in the NBA scorers list.

“Gautam is in good nick and is working hard to get his fitness back. We want the title again under him. To become champions it’s difficult, to stay on top it is more difficult.”

- KKR all-rounder Rajat Bhatia after an intense training session at the Eden Gardens.