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Fowler on charge at US Open
Open in Wisconsin during the opening round of the golf tournament suffered serious injuries, including burns, investigators said. Many people at the sense saw a column of smoke after the crash. "It started deflating, and then it started going down", said Bryan Rosine to the Journal-Sentinel. A company spokesman told WISN that, while some witnesses said they thought someone may have parachuted fr... [Full Article...]
Blimp goes down at US Open golf tournament in Wisconsin
Justin Maynard , a representative of the blimp company AirSign, told The Two-Way that the pilot had been transported to the hospital. Defending champion Dustin Johnson leads a star-studded field of 156 players hoping to be crowned the U.S. [Full Article...]
NCAA levies sanctions on Louisville, suspension on Rick Pitino
The penalties also include four years of probation for the university, men's basketball scholarship reductions and recruiting restrictions and a fine of $5,000. Although Louisville argued that Pitino was not aware of the violations, the NCAA ruled that by not preventing McGee's actions, the coach was guilty of "failure to monitor". [Full Article...]
The 5 most important things Arsenal need to do this summer
The first north London derby of the season will be at the Emirates Stadium on November 18, with the Gunners travelling to Wembley Stadium to take on Tottenham for the return fixture on February 10. Wenger has already moved to strengthen his squad, bringing in Schalke left-back Sead Kolasinac, and he is keen to improve his midfield and attack in the hope of guiding the Gunners back into the Premier... [Full Article...]
Lakers talking to teams about trading second pick
Unless the Lakers decide to pick Jackson, the overall likelihood is that the Lakers will select a guard in the draft . "It doesn't matter to me". Fultz didn't have to work out for anyone at all , and some consensus No. 1 picks choose to work out only for the top team. Q: On if he could see himself being a Laker: Fultz: For sure. [Full Article...]
Durant vindicates move to Warriors after fi nals victory
User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. I've said it before and I'll say it again: It's absurd that the National Basketball Association collective bargaining agreement allows players to conspire and create dominant teams. [Full Article...]
CT 2017: Pakistan bowlers restrict England to 211
It seemed Pakistani batsmen were batting on a different pitch during the chase as they cruised to complete the target in 37.1 overs, after openers Azhar Ali (76 off 100) and Fakhar Zaman (57 off 58) provided a ideal start. Getting England out for 211 is never easy because they have a wonderful balance to their side and we knew if we didn't take wickets they would score heavily", he added. [Full Article...]
Captain Sarfraz proud of Pakistan young guns
The wait for a global one-day tournament goes on for England after Pakistan outplayed and outthought them in Cardiff to set up an all-Asian Champions Trophy final at Edgbaston on Sunday. I don't think there was any significant turning point. "We left ourselves short today adapting to conditions", Morgan told a news conference. The only blip during England's campaign has been the ongo... [Full Article...]
Man Utd's bid for Real forward Morata rejected
However, that will be easier said than done. Jose Mourinho's side moved quickly for Morata after Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann ruled out a move to United last week, after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) had rejected Atletico's appeal of a transfer ban imposed by Federation Internationale de Football Association. [Full Article...]
Five telling stats from the Penguins-Predators series
The Penguins have been here before and have arguably the best snipers in the league that will make you pay if you give them any room. Our guys have a tremendous amount of confidence in him. "You have to find the point of when a player is healthy enough to get back in the lineup and when they're not healthy enough to get back and be able to contribute and play at a level that is needed right now a... [Full Article...]
ICC Champions Trophy: Morgan unbowed as befuddled England fluff their lines
Stokes came into this match in sublime form, having scored an unbeaten century against Australia in England's last group match , but the talismanic allrounder summed up his side's batting travails with an uncharacteristically subdued innings. [Full Article...]
Major League Baseball will allow player nicknames on jerseys for a weekend
Players will be allowed to personalize the name on the back of their jerseys, though it will need to be approved beforehand. Other items that have "minimal color restrictions" include gloves, wristbands, batting gloves, compression sleeves, and catcher's mask. [Full Article...]
Draymond Tries to Troll Cavs at Warriors Parade, Gets Trolled by LeBron
Following the diss, Green fired back by attacking James' balding head. After exchanging barbs via social media earlier in the day, Green delivered quite a shot while speaking to a crowd outside Oracle Arena Thursday following the Warriors' championship parade. [Full Article...]
Owen Farrell ruled out of Maori All Blacks match
Farrell kicked the Lions to victory against the Crusaders but may be paying the price for a late missed penalty against the Highlanders , when a frustrated Gatland said his men "shot ourselves in the foot". The challenge for them is to repeat it. "It's more about the mental side of the game, we can use the Maori culture and Maoridom to connect the group mentally, and give them a real focus on... [Full Article...]
Burgeoning legend easy to Judge: New York Yankees phenom Aaron Judge shining
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge hit a home run Sunday at Yankee Stadium against the Baltimore Orioles that traveled 496 feet, the longest distance a home run has traveled since ESPN began tracking home runs in 2009. Kole Calhoun homered for the Angels. As great as Machado is, his absence alone doesn't explain Baltimore not being able to score more than three runs in a game onc... [Full Article...]
Sports Wenger Names Top 3 Transfer Targets
However, Jean-Michel Aulas was quoted by France Football (via the Daily Mail ) suggesting that Lacazette could instead remain in France's top flight, with heavyweights Paris-Saint Germain also in the hunt for the 26-year-old. If not, then I'm sure there will be plenty of other clubs interested in buying Giroud and we could use the funds from his sale to help finance our swoop for Lacazette. [Full Article...]
LeBron James Won't Play In 3-On-3 At Olympics
Eight men's and women's teams will compete in the first-ever 3-on-3 Olympic tournament in 2020. "He's probably the best one-on-one player already". The WNBA is filled with athletes who play the game with passion and for the reasons LeBron James still plays it - because they love basketball. [Full Article...]
Fans at parade cheer on Penguins for Stanley Cup win
After all, winning a Stanley Cup is not easy, and capturing two in a row is not done often, so don't be surprised if this year's parade has a few more thousand fans lining the streets than last year. The Pittsburgh Penguins took a victory lap to remember on Wednesday. "We thank you guys from the bottom of our heart for the support we got throughout the course of this year", said Penguins ... [Full Article...]
New Zealand suffer spectacular America's Cup capsize
The eventual victor of the Challenger Finals will face two-times defending champions Oracle Team USA in the 35th Americas Cup Match, presented by Louis Vuitton. Members of Artemis Racing of Sweden receive congratulations after clinching a spot in the America's Cup challenger finals Friday, June 9. "The main emotion is an enormous pride in what we have achieved in two years. [Full Article...]
Alexis Sanchez Posts Potentially Cryptic Message About Arsenal Future via Instagram
Despite this - and the fact that Arsene Wenger has since penned a new 2 year deal at the club - there's been some cause for optimism amongst their supporters this summer, with Arsenal being strongly linked with a move for AS Monaco's Kylian Mbappe. [Full Article...]