CAMELS PROTECT 3 LIONS

Mounted sand cops guard England team

- JERRY LAWTON

Spirit of Gareth

TEETOTAL Wales star Gareth Bale has become part-owner of a whisky company.

The player has become a shareholder of Penderyn Distillery, which makes the spirit in the Welsh hills.

Bale, 33, said: "Everyone knows how proud I am to be Welsh, so it is a privilege to be able to invest in and become an ambassador for such an amazing Welsh brand.

"Penderyn single-handedly revived whisky production in Wales. It's hugely satisfying to be able to play my part in their continued success."

Gareth previously said he "doesn't like the taste" of alcohol.

SECURITY guards on camels are patrolling England's World Cup HQ in the desert.

A 14-strong sand squad was spotted trotting round the Three Lions' hotel in Qatar while the players were holed up inside.