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WWE has postponed the Hall Of Fame and NXT TakeOver
- March 25, 2020
We will update this story as more information is released. For the first time ever, a global pandemic has forced the cancellation of professional wrestling's greatest event, as WWE prepares to broadcast WrestleMania 36 from behind closed doors, live from their training facility in Orlando. (more...)
- March 25, 2020
We will update this story as more information is released. For the first time ever, a global pandemic has forced the cancellation of professional wrestling's greatest event, as WWE prepares to broadcast WrestleMania 36 from behind closed doors, live from their training facility in Orlando. (more...)
New Bucs QB Tom Brady says Patriots exit was 'very emotional'
- March 25, 2020
Brady added: "I don't know how the next few months are going to go, in terms of access to the team facilities". With limited cap space and a reset of sorts going on, spending big money on a veteran just doesn't make sense. If he's open outside, you throw it there. "That's part of the challenge". "No, I have a great deal of respect", responded Brady. What will Hoyer's role be on the Patriots without Tom Brady? "It'll be certainly different". (more...)
- March 25, 2020
Brady added: "I don't know how the next few months are going to go, in terms of access to the team facilities". With limited cap space and a reset of sorts going on, spending big money on a veteran just doesn't make sense. If he's open outside, you throw it there. "That's part of the challenge". "No, I have a great deal of respect", responded Brady. What will Hoyer's role be on the Patriots without Tom Brady? "It'll be certainly different". (more...)
Seahawks To Sign WR Phillip Dorsett
- March 25, 2020
Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network later reported that it's a one-year deal for the former Patriots wideout. Dorsett is likely to compete with David Moore, Malik Turner and John Ursua for the No. He is the eighth free agent this offseason to sign with another team. Dorsett was known for his blazing speed coming out of college, but he's struggled to take advantage of it in the NFL. (more...)
- March 25, 2020
Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network later reported that it's a one-year deal for the former Patriots wideout. Dorsett is likely to compete with David Moore, Malik Turner and John Ursua for the No. He is the eighth free agent this offseason to sign with another team. Dorsett was known for his blazing speed coming out of college, but he's struggled to take advantage of it in the NFL. (more...)
Former Wisconsin Badgers center Travis Frederick retires from the NFL
- March 25, 2020
Frederick started all 96 games he played for the Cowboys while being considered one of the top centers of the past decade. In addition to counting $11 million against next year's cap, Frederick's departure leaves a hole at center for the Cowboys to fill heading into the 2020. (more...)
- March 25, 2020
Frederick started all 96 games he played for the Cowboys while being considered one of the top centers of the past decade. In addition to counting $11 million against next year's cap, Frederick's departure leaves a hole at center for the Cowboys to fill heading into the 2020. (more...)
Jamal Murray Apologizes After Alleged Instagram Hacker Post
- March 24, 2020
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray apologized to his fanatics and said his Instagram account became hacked after an explicit video seemed on his Instagram stories Saturday night. Taking to his Twitter account, he mentioned, "At the start I want to apologize to my followers". My account has been hacked, now working on the issue. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray apologized to his fanatics and said his Instagram account became hacked after an explicit video seemed on his Instagram stories Saturday night. Taking to his Twitter account, he mentioned, "At the start I want to apologize to my followers". My account has been hacked, now working on the issue. (more...)
Sixers, Devils owner Josh Harris reverses course and will not cut salaries
- March 24, 2020
In a memo sent to the 30 franchises last Friday, the league indicated it plans to pay salaries due on April 1 in full, but acknowledged their future salaries may not be guaranteed if the coronavirus-enforced lockdown stretches longer into the future. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
In a memo sent to the 30 franchises last Friday, the league indicated it plans to pay salaries due on April 1 in full, but acknowledged their future salaries may not be guaranteed if the coronavirus-enforced lockdown stretches longer into the future. (more...)
'IOC will prioritize athletes' safety': Indonesian Olympic Committee
- March 24, 2020
The Games were scheduled for July 24-August 9, but after telephone discussions between International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, a historic joint decision was taken for the first postponement of an Olympics in peacetime. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
The Games were scheduled for July 24-August 9, but after telephone discussions between International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, a historic joint decision was taken for the first postponement of an Olympics in peacetime. (more...)
Sports Direct hikes online prices after coronavirus store shutdown
- March 24, 2020
Last night Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a tightening of the rules on social isolation, calling on people not to go out except for essential shopping; for ant medical need or to care for a vulnerable person; for one period of walking, cycling or running per day; and for travelling to and from work if this is absolutely necessary. (more...)
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- March 24, 2020
Last night Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a tightening of the rules on social isolation, calling on people not to go out except for essential shopping; for ant medical need or to care for a vulnerable person; for one period of walking, cycling or running per day; and for travelling to and from work if this is absolutely necessary. (more...)
Manchester United Make Decision Over Permanent Odion Ighalo Transfer
- March 24, 2020
It was a signing that was widely ridiculed in January because somehow a 30-year-old Ighalo had managed a dream move to United, but things have worked out pretty well. Ighalo, who scored 40 goals and made 11 assists in 100 appearances for Watford from 2014 to 2017, has netted four times in eight matches in all competitions since returning to English football. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
It was a signing that was widely ridiculed in January because somehow a 30-year-old Ighalo had managed a dream move to United, but things have worked out pretty well. Ighalo, who scored 40 goals and made 11 assists in 100 appearances for Watford from 2014 to 2017, has netted four times in eight matches in all competitions since returning to English football. (more...)
Panthers expected to release Cam Newton
- March 24, 2020
Since the Panthers don't want to have both Newton and Bridgewater on the roster and can recoup $19 million in cap space by releasing Newton, it makes little sense for them to keep Newton on the roster. Carolina's quarterback depth chart now sits at Teddy Bridgewater-P.J. The Panthers are releasing the former NFL MVP as soon as Tuesday, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo reported. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
Since the Panthers don't want to have both Newton and Bridgewater on the roster and can recoup $19 million in cap space by releasing Newton, it makes little sense for them to keep Newton on the roster. Carolina's quarterback depth chart now sits at Teddy Bridgewater-P.J. The Panthers are releasing the former NFL MVP as soon as Tuesday, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo reported. (more...)
All rugby in NZ suspended indefinitely as coronavirus lockdown looms
- March 24, 2020
NZ Rugby had gone some way towards establishing a competition to replace Super Rugby , which has been suspended and appears nearly certain to be cancelled given global travel restrictions. NZR is now in a process of reviewing all the information that is relevant to their business and stakeholders with more detail to be added in the fluid situation and some significant meetings at the end of this week, he said. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
NZ Rugby had gone some way towards establishing a competition to replace Super Rugby , which has been suspended and appears nearly certain to be cancelled given global travel restrictions. NZR is now in a process of reviewing all the information that is relevant to their business and stakeholders with more detail to be added in the fluid situation and some significant meetings at the end of this week, he said. (more...)
Dubai’s $12-million World Cup horse race cancelled
- March 24, 2020
The higher organising committee of the Dubai World Cup, one of the world's richest horse races, has chose to postpone the 25th edition of the global event to the next year in light of the novel coronavirus Covid-19 outbreak. Dubai Racing Club executive director Frank Gabriel also added, "We want to do what's best for everyone and it's a decision we have to honor and work with". (more...)
- March 24, 2020
The higher organising committee of the Dubai World Cup, one of the world's richest horse races, has chose to postpone the 25th edition of the global event to the next year in light of the novel coronavirus Covid-19 outbreak. Dubai Racing Club executive director Frank Gabriel also added, "We want to do what's best for everyone and it's a decision we have to honor and work with". (more...)
Australian A-league season suspended due to coronavirus
- March 24, 2020
Clubs had between four and six matches remaining before finals and while Johnson hoped the season could be completed, he wouldn't speculate on when was the latest it could resume. The A-League, Australia's top men's soccer league, is expected to follow suit with a suspension announcement coming sometime Monday, per reports . (more...)
- March 24, 2020
Clubs had between four and six matches remaining before finals and while Johnson hoped the season could be completed, he wouldn't speculate on when was the latest it could resume. The A-League, Australia's top men's soccer league, is expected to follow suit with a suspension announcement coming sometime Monday, per reports . (more...)
Tokyo Olympics Will Be Postponed Because Of Coronavirus Concerns
- March 24, 2020
It follows yesterday's claim by former International Olympic Committee vice-president Richard Pound that Tokyo 2020 will be delayed, most likely until 2021. There have been more than 384,000 cases of coronavirus worldwide and more than 16,500 deaths. Canada announced it had taken "the hard decision" to pull out of the Games after consulting athletes, sports groups, and the government, while Australia's committee said athletes needed to prioritise their own health and of those around them. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
It follows yesterday's claim by former International Olympic Committee vice-president Richard Pound that Tokyo 2020 will be delayed, most likely until 2021. There have been more than 384,000 cases of coronavirus worldwide and more than 16,500 deaths. Canada announced it had taken "the hard decision" to pull out of the Games after consulting athletes, sports groups, and the government, while Australia's committee said athletes needed to prioritise their own health and of those around them. (more...)
Social distancing has Serena ‘on edge’ amid coronavirus pandemic
- March 24, 2020
With the coronavirus pandemic turning daily life upside down and confining people indoors, 23-time Grand Slam victor Serena Williams shared an increasingly common sentiment on social media - "Every little thing makes me really insane". We will overcome it, we have to do it and I just wanted to inform you about what I was doing. As she began the Stories, Serena was wearing a white T-shirt with the word "Legendary" spelled across the chest paired with a red tutu, and a medium-length wig. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
With the coronavirus pandemic turning daily life upside down and confining people indoors, 23-time Grand Slam victor Serena Williams shared an increasingly common sentiment on social media - "Every little thing makes me really insane". We will overcome it, we have to do it and I just wanted to inform you about what I was doing. As she began the Stories, Serena was wearing a white T-shirt with the word "Legendary" spelled across the chest paired with a red tutu, and a medium-length wig. (more...)
Pats release all-time leading scorer Stephen Gostkowski
- March 24, 2020
The three-time Super Bowl champion has spent his entire 14-year career in New England but leaves just a few days after the departure of six-time victor Tom Brady - who has joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers . Another long-time Patriot is moving on as New England has released veteran kicker Stephen Gostkowski after 14 seasons with the team, the team announced on Monday. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
The three-time Super Bowl champion has spent his entire 14-year career in New England but leaves just a few days after the departure of six-time victor Tom Brady - who has joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers . Another long-time Patriot is moving on as New England has released veteran kicker Stephen Gostkowski after 14 seasons with the team, the team announced on Monday. (more...)
Rudy Golbert Says He Can't Smell After Coronavirus Diagnosis
- March 24, 2020
The 27-year-old Utah Jazz star tweeted out a message this weekend about one of the symptoms he is experiencing. "Anyone experiencing the same thing?" The Jazz forward, who was the first National Basketball Association player to test positive for COVID-19, on Sunday tweeted some of the effects he's felt while self-quarantining. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
The 27-year-old Utah Jazz star tweeted out a message this weekend about one of the symptoms he is experiencing. "Anyone experiencing the same thing?" The Jazz forward, who was the first National Basketball Association player to test positive for COVID-19, on Sunday tweeted some of the effects he's felt while self-quarantining. (more...)
Mourinho needs more time at Spurs — Dimitar Berbatov
- March 24, 2020
The winger has been limited to seven appearances for Tottenham since signing from PSV Eindhoven in January in a £27million deal, scoring twice. " Things had gone sour under Mauricio Pochettino, anybody could see that, and I thought Jose Mourinho was a good choice to replace him ", Berbatov said, as per the Mirror . (more...)
- March 24, 2020
The winger has been limited to seven appearances for Tottenham since signing from PSV Eindhoven in January in a £27million deal, scoring twice. " Things had gone sour under Mauricio Pochettino, anybody could see that, and I thought Jose Mourinho was a good choice to replace him ", Berbatov said, as per the Mirror . (more...)
Panthers to sign XFL star Walker
- March 24, 2020
Walker will become the first XFL player to join an NFL team since the upstart football league announced Friday that its inaugural season had been canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. He stayed in the quarterback room seeing playing time only during the preseason while leading the practice squad during the regular season. Walker never made an appearance for Colts before being drafted by Houston ahead of the first season of the newly-reformed XFL back in October. (more...)
- March 24, 2020
Walker will become the first XFL player to join an NFL team since the upstart football league announced Friday that its inaugural season had been canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. He stayed in the quarterback room seeing playing time only during the preseason while leading the practice squad during the regular season. Walker never made an appearance for Colts before being drafted by Houston ahead of the first season of the newly-reformed XFL back in October. (more...)
Potential top pick Anthony Edwards declares for 2020 NBA Draft
- March 23, 2020
Edwards mentioned, "Georgia will always be my home but I am ready to take my game to the next level" and added, "The Next Chapter Starts Now..." The 18-year-old from Atlanta stands 6-foot-5 (1.96m) and weighs 225 pounds (102kg) and is widely considered no worse than a top-five pick in the draft, an exact spot depending on the needs of whichever club wins the NBA Draft Lottery. (more...)
- March 23, 2020
Edwards mentioned, "Georgia will always be my home but I am ready to take my game to the next level" and added, "The Next Chapter Starts Now..." The 18-year-old from Atlanta stands 6-foot-5 (1.96m) and weighs 225 pounds (102kg) and is widely considered no worse than a top-five pick in the draft, an exact spot depending on the needs of whichever club wins the NBA Draft Lottery. (more...)
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