Iestyn Rhys Thomas
@iestyn21.bsky.social
Freelance Sports Journalist | Writer for Talking Rugby Union & South Wales Argus | Host of The Tyre Whisperer Podcast | USW Sports Journalism Graduate | Previous work includes WalesOnline, The Rugby Paper, Pontypridd RFC & WRU website.
Have thrown myself into the world of hosting a podcast, they can let anyone do that nowadays!
But for those interested in F1 or wider Motorsport, hoping to continue to do this throughout 2026! #F1 #Motorsport
Also available on Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music!
open.spotify.com/episode/4S7x...
But for those interested in F1 or wider Motorsport, hoping to continue to do this throughout 2026! #F1 #Motorsport
Also available on Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music!
open.spotify.com/episode/4S7x...
Lights out and away we go!
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January 5, 2026 at 8:18 AM
Have thrown myself into the world of hosting a podcast, they can let anyone do that nowadays!
But for those interested in F1 or wider Motorsport, hoping to continue to do this throughout 2026! #F1 #Motorsport
Also available on Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music!
open.spotify.com/episode/4S7x...
But for those interested in F1 or wider Motorsport, hoping to continue to do this throughout 2026! #F1 #Motorsport
Also available on Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music!
open.spotify.com/episode/4S7x...
⚽️ | First game of football for me in 2026, League One leaders Cardiff City hosting Wigan Athletic.
Kickoff at 3pm, updates throughout. #CARvWIG
Kickoff at 3pm, updates throughout. #CARvWIG
January 4, 2026 at 2:36 PM
⚽️ | First game of football for me in 2026, League One leaders Cardiff City hosting Wigan Athletic.
Kickoff at 3pm, updates throughout. #CARvWIG
Kickoff at 3pm, updates throughout. #CARvWIG
The Aaron Wainwright news pushed this back a little bit, but Oli Burrows and David Richards were on fine form during the New Year's Day victory over the Scarlets.
A piece here containing quotes and a little bit of analysis.
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257359...
A piece here containing quotes and a little bit of analysis.
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257359...
The duo heavily involved in delivering Dragons derby win
With the festive period coming to a close, it’s been an encouraging time for the Dragons. But how did Oli Burrows and David Richards impress on…
www.southwalesargus.co.uk
January 3, 2026 at 11:05 AM
The Aaron Wainwright news pushed this back a little bit, but Oli Burrows and David Richards were on fine form during the New Year's Day victory over the Scarlets.
A piece here containing quotes and a little bit of analysis.
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257359...
A piece here containing quotes and a little bit of analysis.
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257359...
Abit of a bump back down to earth after a great Dragons performance yesterday, with Aaron Wainwright set to leave the club to join Leicester Tigers next season.
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257347...
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257347...
Aaron Wainwright set to depart Dragons for Leicester Tigers
The Dragons are reportedly set to lose Welsh international Aaron Wainwright who’s set to join Gallagher Prem club Leicester Tigers ahead of the…
www.southwalesargus.co.uk
January 2, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Abit of a bump back down to earth after a great Dragons performance yesterday, with Aaron Wainwright set to leave the club to join Leicester Tigers next season.
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257347...
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257347...
Reaction from Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia following the Men of Gwent's derby win over the Scarlets at Rodney Parade. #DRAvSCA #URC
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257343...
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257343...
Tiatia: “Happy with the outcome and really happy with the second half"
Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia was happy with his side's second half performance in their BKT URC win over the Scarlets at Rodney Parade.
www.southwalesargus.co.uk
January 2, 2026 at 9:02 AM
Reaction from Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia following the Men of Gwent's derby win over the Scarlets at Rodney Parade. #DRAvSCA #URC
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257343...
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257343...
On the whistle report from Rodney Parade as the Dragons pick up a third successive home win in all competitions. #URC #DRAvSCA
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257341...
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257341...
Dragons 28-5 Scarlets: Home side ease to Derby victory to kick off 2026 with a bang
The Dragons picked up a third successive win at Rodney Parade in all competitions after a 28-5 Welsh derby victory over the Scarlets.
www.southwalesargus.co.uk
January 1, 2026 at 5:23 PM
On the whistle report from Rodney Parade as the Dragons pick up a third successive home win in all competitions. #URC #DRAvSCA
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257341...
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257341...
9' Dragons try!
The hosts lead off the back of a strong rolling maul, a good carry from Aneurin Owen sets the platform for Tinus De Beer to run a neat angle to score under the cross bar.
Angus O'Brien converts. #DRAvSCA
🟡 7-0 🔴
The hosts lead off the back of a strong rolling maul, a good carry from Aneurin Owen sets the platform for Tinus De Beer to run a neat angle to score under the cross bar.
Angus O'Brien converts. #DRAvSCA
🟡 7-0 🔴
January 1, 2026 at 3:09 PM
9' Dragons try!
The hosts lead off the back of a strong rolling maul, a good carry from Aneurin Owen sets the platform for Tinus De Beer to run a neat angle to score under the cross bar.
Angus O'Brien converts. #DRAvSCA
🟡 7-0 🔴
The hosts lead off the back of a strong rolling maul, a good carry from Aneurin Owen sets the platform for Tinus De Beer to run a neat angle to score under the cross bar.
Angus O'Brien converts. #DRAvSCA
🟡 7-0 🔴
Blwyddyn Newydd Dda I chi gyd!
January 1, 2026 at 12:06 AM
Blwyddyn Newydd Dda I chi gyd!
Dragons team news ahead of their New Year's Day derby against the Scarlets at Rodney Parade, including a 100th #URC appearance for Wyn Jones who's named on the bench to play against his old club. #DRAvSCA
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257297...
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257297...
Filo Tiatia makes four changes ahead of URC derby with Scarlets
Dragons RFC head coach Filo Tiatia makes four changes ahead of the New Year's Day Welsh derby against the Scarlets at Rodney Parade on Friday…
www.southwalesargus.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Dragons team news ahead of their New Year's Day derby against the Scarlets at Rodney Parade, including a 100th #URC appearance for Wyn Jones who's named on the bench to play against his old club. #DRAvSCA
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257297...
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257297...
HT: Cardiff 12-12 Dragons.
Two Cardiff tries from Javan Sebastian and Alex Mann are sandwiched by a Che Hope brace, leaving the teams level. Quality hasn't been brilliant at times but Dragons are well in the contest.
Proper cold in the press box too! 🥶 #CARvDRA
Two Cardiff tries from Javan Sebastian and Alex Mann are sandwiched by a Che Hope brace, leaving the teams level. Quality hasn't been brilliant at times but Dragons are well in the contest.
Proper cold in the press box too! 🥶 #CARvDRA
December 26, 2025 at 3:50 PM
HT: Cardiff 12-12 Dragons.
Two Cardiff tries from Javan Sebastian and Alex Mann are sandwiched by a Che Hope brace, leaving the teams level. Quality hasn't been brilliant at times but Dragons are well in the contest.
Proper cold in the press box too! 🥶 #CARvDRA
Two Cardiff tries from Javan Sebastian and Alex Mann are sandwiched by a Che Hope brace, leaving the teams level. Quality hasn't been brilliant at times but Dragons are well in the contest.
Proper cold in the press box too! 🥶 #CARvDRA
Nadolig Llawen I chi gyd! 🎄
December 25, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Nadolig Llawen I chi gyd! 🎄
✍️| Dragons team news ahead of the East Wales derby, a first start for George Roberts as Wainwright returns from injury to start and a 6/2 bench split.
My piece for the South Wales Argus below! ⬇
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257230...
My piece for the South Wales Argus below! ⬇
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257230...
Tiatia makes changes ahead of Boxing Day derby as Roberts makes first start
George Roberts is handed his first Dragons RFC start as Filo Tiatia makes four changes to the starting XV ahead of the East Wales derby against…
www.southwalesargus.co.uk
December 24, 2025 at 12:34 PM
✍️| Dragons team news ahead of the East Wales derby, a first start for George Roberts as Wainwright returns from injury to start and a 6/2 bench split.
My piece for the South Wales Argus below! ⬇
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257230...
My piece for the South Wales Argus below! ⬇
www.southwalesargus.co.uk/sport/257230...
Happy to say that my podcast will be on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Really looking forward to this in the New Year. My F1 opinions are nearly as good as my rugby ones! 😉
You can listen to a Trailer of what to expect through the link below! Any shares appreciated.
open.spotify.com/episode/4Vxi...
You can listen to a Trailer of what to expect through the link below! Any shares appreciated.
open.spotify.com/episode/4Vxi...
Tyre Whisperer Trailer
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December 24, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Happy to say that my podcast will be on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Really looking forward to this in the New Year. My F1 opinions are nearly as good as my rugby ones! 😉
You can listen to a Trailer of what to expect through the link below! Any shares appreciated.
open.spotify.com/episode/4Vxi...
You can listen to a Trailer of what to expect through the link below! Any shares appreciated.
open.spotify.com/episode/4Vxi...
Reposted by Iestyn Rhys Thomas
With the Welsh derbies upon us, the teams from a programme from a Wales trial match in the early 1950s.
Two Llanharan boys, both of whom played for Wales and the went North to Halifax
@gwladrugby.bsky.social @iestyn21.bsky.social
Two Llanharan boys, both of whom played for Wales and the went North to Halifax
@gwladrugby.bsky.social @iestyn21.bsky.social
December 23, 2025 at 4:36 PM
With the Welsh derbies upon us, the teams from a programme from a Wales trial match in the early 1950s.
Two Llanharan boys, both of whom played for Wales and the went North to Halifax
@gwladrugby.bsky.social @iestyn21.bsky.social
Two Llanharan boys, both of whom played for Wales and the went North to Halifax
@gwladrugby.bsky.social @iestyn21.bsky.social
Reposted by Iestyn Rhys Thomas
Great news. He’ll have less time for awful rugby takes.
🚨Some News🚨
I’d never thought I would say this but in the New Year, I’ll be starting a Formula 1 podcast and hoping to produce weekly episodes containing previews, reviews and potentially interviews.
First episode hopefully on Monday, 5th of January! #F1
I’d never thought I would say this but in the New Year, I’ll be starting a Formula 1 podcast and hoping to produce weekly episodes containing previews, reviews and potentially interviews.
First episode hopefully on Monday, 5th of January! #F1
December 23, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Great news. He’ll have less time for awful rugby takes.
🚨Some News🚨
I’d never thought I would say this but in the New Year, I’ll be starting a Formula 1 podcast and hoping to produce weekly episodes containing previews, reviews and potentially interviews.
First episode hopefully on Monday, 5th of January! #F1
I’d never thought I would say this but in the New Year, I’ll be starting a Formula 1 podcast and hoping to produce weekly episodes containing previews, reviews and potentially interviews.
First episode hopefully on Monday, 5th of January! #F1
December 23, 2025 at 2:22 PM
🚨Some News🚨
I’d never thought I would say this but in the New Year, I’ll be starting a Formula 1 podcast and hoping to produce weekly episodes containing previews, reviews and potentially interviews.
First episode hopefully on Monday, 5th of January! #F1
I’d never thought I would say this but in the New Year, I’ll be starting a Formula 1 podcast and hoping to produce weekly episodes containing previews, reviews and potentially interviews.
First episode hopefully on Monday, 5th of January! #F1
Always been a little bit envious of the Top14, just look at the crowd in Bordeaux on a Sunday night!
December 21, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Always been a little bit envious of the Top14, just look at the crowd in Bordeaux on a Sunday night!