Will's brother Di-vulges details

Did they, or didn't they? While the world ponders the titillating liaison between Princess Diana and English rugby champion Will Carling, his elder brother can be found lounging at the Sevens this weekend, beer in hand, smile on face.

Marcus Carling, director of operations at Wembley International in Hong Kong (and a player for Thailand a couple of years ago), revelled in his discretion when asked by a Backbites reporter what he made of the whole affair.

'No comment,' he responded. Although perhaps giving more away than intended, he added: 'But he's a lucky lad.'