The mic problem was a great pity. However, on TV I could hear enough to tell that the poor girl sang Abide With Me beautifully.

I have several issues with the way Abide with Me has been treated, none of which have to do with the lady that sang (who was an excellent singer)

Firstly, I think A W M should be sang with the players lined up on the park AFTER the National Anthem

Secondly it should be sang by a man, to get the required deeper tones across. Actually it need not be an expensive classical singer. In fact I think Steve Prescott wouldd have been a great choice (if he can sing in tune)

Thirdly - Some fecker needs to check the acoustics!