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French Open roundup from day one's action
The two-time Wimbledon champion again performed strongly in her second-round match, but nevertheless bowed out at Roland Garros as Mattek-Sands edged two tie-breaks to prevail 7-6 (7-5) 7-6 (7-5) in an enthralling contest that saw both players operate at a high level. [Full Article...]
Nadal, Djokovic march on as Muguruza survives
Nearly as many cameras were trained on the retired American tennis star as were trained on Djokovic throughout the latter's 6-1, 6-4, 6-3 dismantling of Portugal's Joao Sousa . Paris: Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic moved ahead with wins at the French Open . Next up for Nadal will be Nikoloz Basilashvili, who reached the third round at Roland Garros for the first time by defeating... [Full Article...]
Lions name team for opening game against NZ Provincial Barbarians
Lions captain Sam Warburton signs autographs at Auckland airport on Wednesday. The New Zealander, who has played 20 Tests for Ireland , will have to wait a while longer for his Lions debut in the land of his birth, with England's Elliot Daly taking a seat on the reserves bench in Whangarei. [Full Article...]
Brook will face Spence Jr. in front of his hometown fans
The southpaw dropped Brook for the second time in his career in the 10th round before gaining the stoppage in Round 11 when Brook took a knee because of blurred vision in his left eye and was counted out by referee Howard Foster. There's going to be drama in this fight, and I am going to the wire - and the trenches - if I have to, to keep it". In what would be the final round, Brook electrified ... [Full Article...]
Google Doodle cricket game celebrates Champions Trophy
Yet England's credentials are undeniably strong and, despite their stated aim being the World Cup here in 2019, the near-miss in the final of the World T20 in India previous year and in this tournament last time in 2013, when they lost to India at Edgbaston, suggests their time is close. [Full Article...]
Wenger signs new two year contract with Arsenal
The 2-1 over Chelsea made the Gunners the record FA Cup holders and Wenger , the most successful FA Cup manager. Adams also suggested Wenger should have "swallowed his pride" and added him to the Arsenal coaching staff, saying: "I think six or seven years ago I could have been an asset to the club, but he definitely kept me out". [Full Article...]
Wenger Set To Stay At Arsenal
Arsenal have not qualified for the Champions League for the first time in 20 years - and many would believe an FA Cup triumph would be the ideal parting point, allowing Wenger to go out on a high and a successor to usher in the new era. As revealed by The Telegraph ahead of the final Premier League game of the season against Everton, Wenger paved the way for staying after being reassured that c... [Full Article...]
Pina and Braun leave game
The Diamondbacks are 3-7 in their last 10 during game 3 of a series, 11-5 in Greinkes last 16 road starts and 4-0 in Greinkes last 4 starts. The out call at the plate was upheld after a review of almost 2 minutes. He fell to 5-3 on the season. He hasn't pitched since his abbreviated opening day start against Colorado on April 3. RHP Junior Guerra reinstated from the 10-day DL and will start to... [Full Article...]
Form Tottenham striker Harry Kane turns his attention to sinking Scotland
But Spurs regained their two-goal cushion just four minutes later through Kane, nodding home from close range after Moussa Sissoko had headed the ball back across goal from a Toby Alderweireld cross. "We talk about 'if Tottenham are in the Champions League, it will be more attractive.' But then it's all about if you pay or not when we talk about top players", Pochettino told reporters. [Full Article...]
Former Texas A&M RB Christine Michael signs with the Indianapolis Colts
He appeared in all three postseason contests for Green Bay and finished with 16 carries for 58 yards and one reception for three yards. For his entire National Football League career, Michael has recorded 254 carries for 1,080 yards and seven touchdowns over the course of 37 regular-season appearances. [Full Article...]
Zidane: 'I have good memories of Juventus'
Juventus appear to have the edge with their defensive record, but given how Champions League finals traditionally play out after a long season, it wouldn't be surprising to see this go into extra-time. They have played some excellent football this season and it looks like their hard past is behind them. This match pits the season's top scorers, Madrid , against a Juventus side who have con... [Full Article...]
Indians' Kluber to start against Athletics on Thursday
Bauer (5-4) recorded his eighth career game of 10 or more strikeouts. His 5.06 ERA in 37 1/3 innings matched the easy observation. With two on, Francisco Lindor singled home a run to left field. The right-hander gave up four hits and struck out seven. Yan Gomes had an RBI single while Jose Ramirez was 3 for 3 with a walk and two stolen bases. [Full Article...]
Arsenal win but miss Champions League
There has been plenty of speculation about Sanchez's future at Arsenal this season and it remains to be seen whether he will stay at The Emirates beyond the summer. "The players came back stronger in the last two months and I'm very proud of them for doing that. I think Alex Ferguson came out yesterday and said exactly what I feel", said Brady, who was director of the Arsenal youth academy u... [Full Article...]
LeBron James speaks out on racism after graffiti attack
By the time officers arrived at the home, the racial slur was covered up by property management, police said. The Cleveland Cavaliers will take on the Golden State Warriors in a highly anticipated NBA Finals rubber match. "If this is to shed a light and to keep the conversation going on my behalf then I'm OK with it", the three-time National Basketball Association campion said. [Full Article...]
All-Star promise: Subban says Preds will win Game 3 vs. Pens
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It didn't hurt the Penguins in this game, but it could become an issue moving forward. Malkin and Guentzel, meanwhile, are in a full blown foot race for the Conn Smythe. Pekka Rinne said Wednesday morning that he wanted to go to "a happy place" before Game 2 as he attempted to bounce back from a rough opening to the biggest series of his life. [Full Article...]
NBA 2K17 Predicts Epic NBA Finals And Winner
The Cavs haven't been far behind, losing only in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference final to Boston. This is first time in National Basketball Association history that the same opponents have met in three consecutive league finals . Who will it be this time? It would be shocking if he couldn't find some way to win at least one game if not two games. I think everybody has either wanted ... [Full Article...]
Jordan Spieth stays hot with opening-round 66 at Memorial Tournament
Three European stars withdrew from the Memorial this week due to injuries and tournament host Jack Nicklaus had only one wish - that they had not entered the tournament in the first place . "I think that entourage helps make that decision for the player, telling them, 'We think physically this is probably not right for you to play.' And that's what their job is", Nicklaus said. [Full Article...]
Nike says it will continue to endorse Tiger Woods
In the incident report, police described fresh damage to the driver's side of the vehicle - both tires were flat, along with minor damage to the rims. Woods was stopped by police on suspicion of driving under the influence in Florida in the early hours of Monday. Wearing black athletic shorts and a white T-shirt, Woods told police he had returned from playing golf in Los Angeles. [Full Article...]
Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Ottawa Senators - 5/25/17 NHL Pick, Odds, and Prediction
He also won a Stanley Cup with Boston in 2011 and delivered an inspirational speech to the Senators on Tuesday ahead of a 2-1 Game 6 win. Game 6 is Tuesday in Ottawa . "Well, I think just, obviously, the finality of it", he said . "I think it's critically important that we have that determination and play with that necessary conviction in order to give ourselves the best chance to win", Sull... [Full Article...]
Ravens Lose Starting Nickel CB Tavon Young To Torn ACL On Thursday
Young is a 2016 fourth-round pick for the Ravens out of Temple. In 2016, Young had a promising rookie campaign as he accumulated 41 solo tackles, nine assisted tackles, two interceptions and one forced fumble in 16 games played. Coach John Harbaugh claimed Young " bumped into a player ", and "there wasn't much contact at all". Young appeared to be the Ravens' top slot cornerback entering the... [Full Article...]