Premiership Roundup
Hearts are in the ascendancy, while Celtic are on the slide and Rangers are searching for rhythm. The question arises: are Hearts the favourites to win the league after beating Celtic?
According to Ste Carson, the answer is no, Hearts are not yet Premiership title favourites. Despite being eight points clear at the top of the table, Celtic's star-studded squad and the expectation that Hearts' momentum will halt make it a bold idea.
It would have been beyond fanciful to suggest it before a ball was kicked this season, and it remains a bold idea even now.
Hearts have earned their position on merit, but it's still early to consider them as title favourites.
Author's summary: Hearts lead the Premiership, but are not title favourites yet.