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Vanessa Bryant celebrates anniversary with Kobe
- June 09, 2020
The Bryants met on the set of a music video in 1999 when Kobe was 20 and Vanessa was 17. Vanessa Bryant posted about the honor on Instagram , letting her daughter know how proud she is while also expressing just how hard this whole grieving process has been. (more...)
- June 09, 2020
The Bryants met on the set of a music video in 1999 when Kobe was 20 and Vanessa was 17. Vanessa Bryant posted about the honor on Instagram , letting her daughter know how proud she is while also expressing just how hard this whole grieving process has been. (more...)
Novak Djokovic expresses concern over 'extreme' US Open coronavirus safety protocols
- June 09, 2020
Djokovic added: "Also, we could bring one person to the club which is really impossible". The ATP is now seeking the views of the players, with the United States Tennis Association likely to decide in the second half of June whether the US Open can go ahead this year. (more...)
- June 09, 2020
Djokovic added: "Also, we could bring one person to the club which is really impossible". The ATP is now seeking the views of the players, with the United States Tennis Association likely to decide in the second half of June whether the US Open can go ahead this year. (more...)
Major League Baseball proposes 76-game season with 75% prorated salaries
- June 09, 2020
The MLBPA continues to stand by their demand for full prorated salaries for 82 games, though they offered to play up to 114 games. Players had originally agreed on March 26 to accept prorated shares of their 2020 salaries during a shortened season, which guaranteed $170 million in advances and service time even if the season did not get underway. (more...)
- June 09, 2020
The MLBPA continues to stand by their demand for full prorated salaries for 82 games, though they offered to play up to 114 games. Players had originally agreed on March 26 to accept prorated shares of their 2020 salaries during a shortened season, which guaranteed $170 million in advances and service time even if the season did not get underway. (more...)
Oval master: Allmendinger wins on NASCAR oval for 1st time
- June 09, 2020
His condition wasn't immediately known. With crowds filling the streets of cities around the world to protest the killing of George Floyd while in Minneapolis police custody, Phelps delivered his message to 40 drivers who brought their cars to a stop on the front straight of the empty speedway before taking the green flag. (more...)
- June 09, 2020
His condition wasn't immediately known. With crowds filling the streets of cities around the world to protest the killing of George Floyd while in Minneapolis police custody, Phelps delivered his message to 40 drivers who brought their cars to a stop on the front straight of the empty speedway before taking the green flag. (more...)
Donald Trump Aims at Roger Goodell on Anthem Kneeling
- June 09, 2020
The video , in response to the growing protest movement across the nation and world following the death of Floyd, sent a strong message to Goodell and the owners, who had issued what was widely regarded as a tepid statement addressing Floyd's death. (more...)
- June 09, 2020
The video , in response to the growing protest movement across the nation and world following the death of Floyd, sent a strong message to Goodell and the owners, who had issued what was widely regarded as a tepid statement addressing Floyd's death. (more...)
White was 'praying' Nunes-Spencer would get stopped between rounds
- June 09, 2020
That followed the lead of light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and BMF champion Jorge Masvidal. Nunes picked up her 11th consecutive win and 20th victory overall. This is an elite athlete at the top of her game who made it look easy, but the lack of a quality opponent is distressing. Nunes hit the slowest Spencer with his fearsome attack power from the start, slicing through the challenger's face and then sending his mouthpiece flying during the third round. (more...)
- June 09, 2020
That followed the lead of light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and BMF champion Jorge Masvidal. Nunes picked up her 11th consecutive win and 20th victory overall. This is an elite athlete at the top of her game who made it look easy, but the lack of a quality opponent is distressing. Nunes hit the slowest Spencer with his fearsome attack power from the start, slicing through the challenger's face and then sending his mouthpiece flying during the third round. (more...)
Iowa strength coach denies ‘unethical behavior or bias’
- June 08, 2020
I do not make racists comments and I don't tolerate people who do. I can only imagine how much courage it took for them to speak out on these serious matters. He was placed on administrative leave Saturday and there will be an independent review of the allegations against him. Last year, he allowed players to wear hoodies, hats and earrings around the football facility. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
I do not make racists comments and I don't tolerate people who do. I can only imagine how much courage it took for them to speak out on these serious matters. He was placed on administrative leave Saturday and there will be an independent review of the allegations against him. Last year, he allowed players to wear hoodies, hats and earrings around the football facility. (more...)
US Soccer considers scrapping ‘no kneeling’ anthem policy
- June 08, 2020
The board probably will take a formal vote Friday. In a controversial move, U.S. soccer introduced a rule in 2017 which formally states that players must "stand respectfully" during the national anthem. Following the policy's adoption, Rapinoe said she would honor the policy and has continued to do so. The policy was adopted in response to USA women's national team midfielder Megan Rapinoe's kneeling for the national anthem before a 2016 match against Thailand . (more...)
- June 08, 2020
The board probably will take a formal vote Friday. In a controversial move, U.S. soccer introduced a rule in 2017 which formally states that players must "stand respectfully" during the national anthem. Following the policy's adoption, Rapinoe said she would honor the policy and has continued to do so. The policy was adopted in response to USA women's national team midfielder Megan Rapinoe's kneeling for the national anthem before a 2016 match against Thailand . (more...)
Trump slams Roger Goodell for NFL's reversal on national anthem protests
- June 08, 2020
The real drama unfolded earlier in the week when New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees announced that he was against the peaceful protests that many NFL players had taken in the past, and were planning to take again when they declared that they would be kneeling during the national anthem. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
The real drama unfolded earlier in the week when New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees announced that he was against the peaceful protests that many NFL players had taken in the past, and were planning to take again when they declared that they would be kneeling during the national anthem. (more...)
Major League Baseball offers 76-game season, up to 75% of salaries
- June 08, 2020
It also would forgive 20% of the $170 million in salaries already advanced to players during April and May. The 2020 regular season was supposed to begin on March 26, but spring training was halted March 12 due to the spread of the coronavirus , and teams have yet to reconvene. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
It also would forgive 20% of the $170 million in salaries already advanced to players during April and May. The 2020 regular season was supposed to begin on March 26, but spring training was halted March 12 due to the spread of the coronavirus , and teams have yet to reconvene. (more...)
Sydney bid to host Fury, Wilder rematch
- June 08, 2020
We are waiting to see if authorities in Macau will allow an event with full spectators in November or December". "We are moving forward". They have had, for months now, no cases of coronavirus . "I can't tell you where, but I'm pretty sure we'll get this event on in November or December". Both cities have got on top of COVID-19, and appear more likely to allow fans than the U.S. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
We are waiting to see if authorities in Macau will allow an event with full spectators in November or December". "We are moving forward". They have had, for months now, no cases of coronavirus . "I can't tell you where, but I'm pretty sure we'll get this event on in November or December". Both cities have got on top of COVID-19, and appear more likely to allow fans than the U.S. (more...)
Kameko shocks Pinatubo in 2,000 Guineas to become Derby favourite
- June 08, 2020
Third on her last begin of final season to Quadrilateral in the Fillies' Mile over the course and distance, the daughter of Galileo turned that kind round in decisive style to offer O'Brien his fourth win in the race in the final 5 years. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
Third on her last begin of final season to Quadrilateral in the Fillies' Mile over the course and distance, the daughter of Galileo turned that kind round in decisive style to offer O'Brien his fourth win in the race in the final 5 years. (more...)
Racial Equality: Michael Jordan Donates $100m
- June 08, 2020
She was surrounded by demonstrators wearing masks and holding signs supporting the Black Lives Matter movement . The NBA legend said in a statement his Jordan Brand would distribute the money over 10 years to different organisations in a bid to stamp out "ingrained racism". (more...)
- June 08, 2020
She was surrounded by demonstrators wearing masks and holding signs supporting the Black Lives Matter movement . The NBA legend said in a statement his Jordan Brand would distribute the money over 10 years to different organisations in a bid to stamp out "ingrained racism". (more...)
No positives in latest round of Premier League virus tests
- June 08, 2020
In the sixth round of tests, which were conducted on June 4 and June 5, samples from 1,195 players and staff were collected and all of the returned negative. Simon Green, head of BT Sport, said: "We are pleased that the Premier League resumption will give viewers a packed schedule of live football in June as the sport makes its return. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
In the sixth round of tests, which were conducted on June 4 and June 5, samples from 1,195 players and staff were collected and all of the returned negative. Simon Green, head of BT Sport, said: "We are pleased that the Premier League resumption will give viewers a packed schedule of live football in June as the sport makes its return. (more...)
Detentions, injuries at anti-racism protests across Europe in solidarity with US
- June 08, 2020
The gatherings in Washington and dozens of other United States cities and towns - urban and rural alike - were also notable for a generally lower level of tension and discord than was seen during much of the preceding week. The officer who knelt on Floyd was arrested and charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter on Friday, while protesters demand the arrest of other three officers involved. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
The gatherings in Washington and dozens of other United States cities and towns - urban and rural alike - were also notable for a generally lower level of tension and discord than was seen during much of the preceding week. The officer who knelt on Floyd was arrested and charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter on Friday, while protesters demand the arrest of other three officers involved. (more...)
Memorial first to allow fans back after COVID-19 outbreak
- June 08, 2020
A week before the Memorial, Muirfield will host a tournament that will replace the Illinois-based John Deere Classic that was cancelled due to state-related challenges regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Tournament organizers said they have received official approval from health officials in the state of OH to become the first to permit fans since the coronavirus pandemic put a halt to the golf season in mid-March. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
A week before the Memorial, Muirfield will host a tournament that will replace the Illinois-based John Deere Classic that was cancelled due to state-related challenges regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Tournament organizers said they have received official approval from health officials in the state of OH to become the first to permit fans since the coronavirus pandemic put a halt to the golf season in mid-March. (more...)
Anthony Joshua wears knee brace to Black Lives Matter protest
- June 08, 2020
Anthony Joshua has hit back at critics claiming he's "racist" following the speech he made at a Black Lives Matter protest on Saturday. Joshua was due to defend his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO world titles against Kubrat Pulev this month but the fight has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic . (more...)
- June 08, 2020
Anthony Joshua has hit back at critics claiming he's "racist" following the speech he made at a Black Lives Matter protest on Saturday. Joshua was due to defend his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO world titles against Kubrat Pulev this month but the fight has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic . (more...)
Barca confident Messi can face Mallorca, despite thigh injury
- June 08, 2020
Lionel Messi is training alone after picking up a muscle injury, just days before Barcelona's first La Liga match since the coronavirus shutdown. The club confirmed over the weekend that Suarez will be fit to take part in next weekend's clash with Mallorca, as he'll return to the Barca squad for the first time since January. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
Lionel Messi is training alone after picking up a muscle injury, just days before Barcelona's first La Liga match since the coronavirus shutdown. The club confirmed over the weekend that Suarez will be fit to take part in next weekend's clash with Mallorca, as he'll return to the Barca squad for the first time since January. (more...)
Drew Brees Apologizes Again for Criticizing Anthem Protests
- June 08, 2020
Brees apologized in a prolonged assertion and video and vowed to be a pacesetter for the black neighborhood ... and Moon says the subsequent step in getting forgiveness is proving he is real. Colston said in a lengthy Twitter post, "I saw something today from a former teammate that I couldn't ignore". I acknowledge that we as Americans, including myself, have not done enough to fight for that equality or to truly understand the struggles and plight of the black community. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
Brees apologized in a prolonged assertion and video and vowed to be a pacesetter for the black neighborhood ... and Moon says the subsequent step in getting forgiveness is proving he is real. Colston said in a lengthy Twitter post, "I saw something today from a former teammate that I couldn't ignore". I acknowledge that we as Americans, including myself, have not done enough to fight for that equality or to truly understand the struggles and plight of the black community. (more...)
President Trump says Drew Brees should not have apologized
- June 08, 2020
Negative reactions came swiftly, as did his public apology . When Brees expressed his position on the anthem three years ago, he was one of many voices in a crowded conversation. Drew Brees of the New Orleans Saints . "That is a form of true leadership", Davis said . Brittany Brees pledged that the family will now work to be an ally for the black community and help fight police brutality and racial prejudice against minorities. (more...)
- June 08, 2020
Negative reactions came swiftly, as did his public apology . When Brees expressed his position on the anthem three years ago, he was one of many voices in a crowded conversation. Drew Brees of the New Orleans Saints . "That is a form of true leadership", Davis said . Brittany Brees pledged that the family will now work to be an ally for the black community and help fight police brutality and racial prejudice against minorities. (more...)
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