Weird sports gifts for Christmas

Christmas time, mistletoe and wine. And for the oddball among your friends and family add some weird sports gifts. Here’s five such items that should satisfy those with a penchant for the offbeat.

Do Not Disturb personalised football socks

These could be particularly useful for the man in the house. But be warned – the effect of the socks will be short-lived unless you can keep your feet up on the table long enough without being shouted at …(notonthehighstreet.com, ?14)

Union Jack leggings

You know those crazy people who queue for days to get into the Wimbledon Tennis championships? That maybe the only occasion where you could wear this patriotic item and blend in. Rule Britannia! (Etsy, ?53.39)

Dining Table Ping Pong

You know the routine. Open the presents, stuff? in some Christmas dinner, erm … clear the table for some Ping Pong. If we Brits can practice enough we’ll be well placed when Dining Table Ping Pong becomes an Olympic sport. (Prezzybox, ?18.95)

Fox Tossing, Octopus Wrestling and Other Forgotten Sports Book

Anyone for a spot of Fox Tossing? No, I’ve no idea either. But you will learn if you find this book in your Christmas stocking. Apparently it’s “perfect for swotting up on your buffalo jumping and ski ballet on the go!” So what are you waiting for? (The Present Finder, ?8.99).