First major sporting event at Derby Arena

The Derby Arena opened to the public on Friday Credit: ITV News Central

Derby Arena will host its first major sporting fixture later, after its grand opening last week.

Milton Keynes are the visitors to the £28million venue as Team Derby host their first home game in the National Badminton League.

The University of Derby team is led by home-grown player Donna Kellogg and includes the UK number one ranked men's singles player, Rajiv Ouseph, and Olympic silver medallist Gail Emms.

Rajiv Ouseph in action this month Credit: Simon Cooper/EMPICS Sport
Donna Kellogg and Gail Emms in the 2004 Olympics in Greece Credit: David Davies/PA Archive/Press Association Images

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