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Red Bull lifted by encouraging Friday form at F1 British GP
- August 01, 2020
On a hot and sunny day at Silverstone that was as crowdless as it was cloudless, with Sunday's race the latest to be held behind closed doors due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Verstappen lapped with a best time of one minute 27.422 seconds. The balance is not as good as I'd like. Leclerc's team mate Sebastian Vettel was sidelined for most of the session after Ferrari detected something wrong with his car's intercooler system and chose to strip it down to be ready for the second session. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
On a hot and sunny day at Silverstone that was as crowdless as it was cloudless, with Sunday's race the latest to be held behind closed doors due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Verstappen lapped with a best time of one minute 27.422 seconds. The balance is not as good as I'd like. Leclerc's team mate Sebastian Vettel was sidelined for most of the session after Ferrari detected something wrong with his car's intercooler system and chose to strip it down to be ready for the second session. (more...)
Hamilton eyes another three years in F1, praises Grosjean
- August 01, 2020
Some F1 drivers have taken the opportunity to kneel in support of the anti-racism movement ahead of each race, but in Hungary the moment was rushed and appeared to be poorly planned by the GPDA. I spent time talking to Alex, spoke to Jean and so we are all united at the GPDA. "Yes, since I've been with the team it has been Lewis winning the title, so I know that I need to beat Lewis if I want to be the World Champion, but [I need to beat] everyone else as well, so it's only in our favour, ... (more...)
- August 01, 2020
Some F1 drivers have taken the opportunity to kneel in support of the anti-racism movement ahead of each race, but in Hungary the moment was rushed and appeared to be poorly planned by the GPDA. I spent time talking to Alex, spoke to Jean and so we are all united at the GPDA. "Yes, since I've been with the team it has been Lewis winning the title, so I know that I need to beat Lewis if I want to be the World Champion, but [I need to beat] everyone else as well, so it's only in our favour, ... (more...)
Williams To Miss Games After Detour
- August 01, 2020
Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams was photographed Thursday night at Magic City gentleman's club in Atlanta and later told National Basketball Association investigators that he dropped by there for a bite to eat, CBS Sports reports. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
Los Angeles Clippers guard Lou Williams was photographed Thursday night at Magic City gentleman's club in Atlanta and later told National Basketball Association investigators that he dropped by there for a bite to eat, CBS Sports reports. (more...)
Arizona football to open 2020 season at home against ASU
- August 01, 2020
As for the start date, the conference announced that the 2020 Pac-12 football season will begin on Saturday, Sept. 26. The Cougars, who are not members of any conference, will be forced to drop scheduled games against Utah, Michigan State, Arizona State, Minnesota, Missouri and Stanford. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
As for the start date, the conference announced that the 2020 Pac-12 football season will begin on Saturday, Sept. 26. The Cougars, who are not members of any conference, will be forced to drop scheduled games against Utah, Michigan State, Arizona State, Minnesota, Missouri and Stanford. (more...)
House strips Householder of speakership
- August 01, 2020
On Thursday, a federal grand jury indicted Householder with conspiracy to dedicate racketeering, a cost punishable by up to 20 a long time in prison. "There is a responsibility that comes with holding such a title and leadership role, and I commend the House members for taking recent allegations seriously and moving quickly on this issue", Ohio Republican Party Chairman Jane Timken said in a statement . (more...)
- August 01, 2020
On Thursday, a federal grand jury indicted Householder with conspiracy to dedicate racketeering, a cost punishable by up to 20 a long time in prison. "There is a responsibility that comes with holding such a title and leadership role, and I commend the House members for taking recent allegations seriously and moving quickly on this issue", Ohio Republican Party Chairman Jane Timken said in a statement . (more...)
Umar Akmal: Pakistan batsman's suspension halved after appeal
- August 01, 2020
Umar Akmal's ban has been cut in half following an appeal. "The stance taken by the appellant is self-contradictory and not credit-worthy. The case against the appellant stands proved to the hilt", the retired Supreme Court judge added. However, Akmal had failed to mention if he had reported this to the anti-corruption unit or not. Akmal was provisionally suspended hours before his Pakistan Super League team Quetta Gladiators was to take on Islamabad in the opening match of the 2020 PSL. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
Umar Akmal's ban has been cut in half following an appeal. "The stance taken by the appellant is self-contradictory and not credit-worthy. The case against the appellant stands proved to the hilt", the retired Supreme Court judge added. However, Akmal had failed to mention if he had reported this to the anti-corruption unit or not. Akmal was provisionally suspended hours before his Pakistan Super League team Quetta Gladiators was to take on Islamabad in the opening match of the 2020 PSL. (more...)
1st ODI: Brilliant Billings steers England to comfortable win over Ireland
- August 01, 2020
However, before coming into this series, the pacer had missed England's last 22 white-ball games. The 30-year-old's dominating performance guided the hosts to a six-wicket win over Ireland in the first ODI . McBrine initially matched Campher's willingness to dig in before taking the attack to Tom Curran, who had his revenge when the lower-order batsman holed out after making 40 from 48 balls before Willey fittingly ended Ireland's innings by snaring Craig Young, who toe-ended to mid-off. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
However, before coming into this series, the pacer had missed England's last 22 white-ball games. The 30-year-old's dominating performance guided the hosts to a six-wicket win over Ireland in the first ODI . McBrine initially matched Campher's willingness to dig in before taking the attack to Tom Curran, who had his revenge when the lower-order batsman holed out after making 40 from 48 balls before Willey fittingly ended Ireland's innings by snaring Craig Young, who toe-ended to mid-off. (more...)
Aaron Donald ranked No. 3 on NFL Top 100
- August 01, 2020
He just came off of a Super Bowl win and had it not been for an offside call in the 2019 AFC Championship Game, he would probably have two Super Bowls. Fox News Flash top headlines are here. The number three spot went to Aaron Donald , a defensive tackle for the LA Rams. "I used to always watch the top 100s on YouTube and NFL Network , not like thinking I actually would be the No. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
He just came off of a Super Bowl win and had it not been for an offside call in the 2019 AFC Championship Game, he would probably have two Super Bowls. Fox News Flash top headlines are here. The number three spot went to Aaron Donald , a defensive tackle for the LA Rams. "I used to always watch the top 100s on YouTube and NFL Network , not like thinking I actually would be the No. (more...)
Mertens disagrees with his president: Theres no problem playing in Barcelona
- August 01, 2020
And Napoli are concerned over the safety of playing the match in Barca with De Laurentiis suggesting it should be moved to Portugal . With football fever running high, Daniel Sa, executive director of the Portuguese Institute of Administration and Marketing, said that the country will see a surge in both fans and income. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
And Napoli are concerned over the safety of playing the match in Barca with De Laurentiis suggesting it should be moved to Portugal . With football fever running high, Daniel Sa, executive director of the Portuguese Institute of Administration and Marketing, said that the country will see a surge in both fans and income. (more...)
Jonathan Isaac stood for the anthem over religious beliefs
- August 01, 2020
This was done so as to use the platform of the National Basketball Association to spread more awareness about the " Black Lives Matter " campaign. Isaac's decision was not a surprise to his teammates; he revealed it in a team meeting earlier in the week. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
This was done so as to use the platform of the National Basketball Association to spread more awareness about the " Black Lives Matter " campaign. Isaac's decision was not a surprise to his teammates; he revealed it in a team meeting earlier in the week. (more...)
Steve Smith: It’s disappointing that IPL 2020 is not in India
- August 01, 2020
Smith stated players will have to adapt to the conditions of the UAE but that's not going to be a problem as according to him, everyone will be eager to just get on the field and play good quality cricket following the coronavirus stoppage. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
Smith stated players will have to adapt to the conditions of the UAE but that's not going to be a problem as according to him, everyone will be eager to just get on the field and play good quality cricket following the coronavirus stoppage. (more...)
Horner: Perez's positive COVID-19 test "stark reminder" to F1
- August 01, 2020
Racing Point has been stunned with unfortunate news ahead of the British Grand Prix, as veteran driver Sergio Perez has been ruled out from the race after he was tested positive for Coronavirus . Racing Point's reverse drivers are Esteban Gutierrez and Stoffel Vandoorne, the test drivers on the books of engine suppliers Mercedes. Hulkenberg, who was out of F1 after being dropped by Renault at the end of last season, returns to the team he raced for in 2012 and between 2014 and 2016. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
Racing Point has been stunned with unfortunate news ahead of the British Grand Prix, as veteran driver Sergio Perez has been ruled out from the race after he was tested positive for Coronavirus . Racing Point's reverse drivers are Esteban Gutierrez and Stoffel Vandoorne, the test drivers on the books of engine suppliers Mercedes. Hulkenberg, who was out of F1 after being dropped by Renault at the end of last season, returns to the team he raced for in 2012 and between 2014 and 2016. (more...)
Jesse Lingard quotes Michael Jackson in heartfelt message to Manchester United fans
- August 01, 2020
Lingard has been an integral part of United's squad since his debut in 2014 and many are desperate to see the academy graduate succeed. Cristiano Ronaldo lifted his 32nd professional title this weekend after winning his second Serie A title with Juventus . (more...)
- August 01, 2020
Lingard has been an integral part of United's squad since his debut in 2014 and many are desperate to see the academy graduate succeed. Cristiano Ronaldo lifted his 32nd professional title this weekend after winning his second Serie A title with Juventus . (more...)
US Open to be held without spectators due to COVID-19 pandemic
- August 01, 2020
The championship had originally been due to take place in its regular June slot but was moved amid escalating fears brought about by the global spread of the coronavirus. Fans haven't been permitted at the PGA Tour's first eight events since the restart of play, including this week's WGC-FedEx St. Jude's Invitational at TPC Southwind in Memphis, Tennessee. (more...)
- August 01, 2020
The championship had originally been due to take place in its regular June slot but was moved amid escalating fears brought about by the global spread of the coronavirus. Fans haven't been permitted at the PGA Tour's first eight events since the restart of play, including this week's WGC-FedEx St. Jude's Invitational at TPC Southwind in Memphis, Tennessee. (more...)
Rudy Gobert Fittingly Scores First Official Bucket in NBA Bubble
- July 31, 2020
Coaches and game officials joined players from the Utah Jazz , New Orleans Pelicans and Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers in taking a knee to protest against racial injustice and police brutality in the first games in 140 days. Meanwhile, the players of the four teams were also seen donning "Black Lives Matter" t-shirts and taking a knee during the United States national anthem in order to show their support to the movement. (more...)
- July 31, 2020
Coaches and game officials joined players from the Utah Jazz , New Orleans Pelicans and Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers in taking a knee to protest against racial injustice and police brutality in the first games in 140 days. Meanwhile, the players of the four teams were also seen donning "Black Lives Matter" t-shirts and taking a knee during the United States national anthem in order to show their support to the movement. (more...)
Antonio Brown suspended eight games by NFL
- July 31, 2020
The former All-Pro receiver was notified today by NFL Special Counsel Todd Jones that he has been slapped with an eight-game suspension to begin Week 1 of this season. Recently, Brown demanded that the National Football League finish its investigation as it was seemingly taking forever. Not to mention, numerous teams are interested in Brown although the investigation has made him unavailable. (more...)
- July 31, 2020
The former All-Pro receiver was notified today by NFL Special Counsel Todd Jones that he has been slapped with an eight-game suspension to begin Week 1 of this season. Recently, Brown demanded that the National Football League finish its investigation as it was seemingly taking forever. Not to mention, numerous teams are interested in Brown although the investigation has made him unavailable. (more...)
Osimhen signs for Napoli
- July 31, 2020
The talented player will see a €70million payday in the first year which could rise to €80million based on performance-related add-ons. Osimhen enjoyed an incredible debut season in France, scoring 13 Ligue 1 goals for Lille who ended the campaign in the fourth spot before the league was cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak. (more...)
- July 31, 2020
The talented player will see a €70million payday in the first year which could rise to €80million based on performance-related add-ons. Osimhen enjoyed an incredible debut season in France, scoring 13 Ligue 1 goals for Lille who ended the campaign in the fourth spot before the league was cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak. (more...)
Man City close in on £40m deal for Bournemouth defender Ake
- July 31, 2020
Manchester United could throw a major wrench in Manchester City's plans as the latter recently agreed to sign Bournemouth defender Nathan Aké for the price of a £41million bid. Ferran Torres just needs to sign the contract. City were linked to several young wingers after Leroy Sane's move to Bayern Munich was confirmed at the start of July, with Ferran ultimately emerging from the pack. (more...)
- July 31, 2020
Manchester United could throw a major wrench in Manchester City's plans as the latter recently agreed to sign Bournemouth defender Nathan Aké for the price of a £41million bid. Ferran Torres just needs to sign the contract. City were linked to several young wingers after Leroy Sane's move to Bayern Munich was confirmed at the start of July, with Ferran ultimately emerging from the pack. (more...)
Saudi Arabia-backed consortium PULLS OUT of Newcastle United takeover
- July 31, 2020
The consortium said that it was with "regret" that it had pulled out."As an autonomous and purely commercial investor, our focus was on building long-term value for the club, its fans and the community as we remained committed to collaboration, practicality and proactivity through a hard period of global uncertainty and significant challenges for the fans and the club", the investor group said in a statement . (more...)
- July 31, 2020
The consortium said that it was with "regret" that it had pulled out."As an autonomous and purely commercial investor, our focus was on building long-term value for the club, its fans and the community as we remained committed to collaboration, practicality and proactivity through a hard period of global uncertainty and significant challenges for the fans and the club", the investor group said in a statement . (more...)
Fix Your Bike website offering free vouchers crashes after launching
- July 31, 2020
The "The Fix Your Bike" scheme is open to anyone in England "who has an unused cycle in need of a repair", according to the United Kingdom government. A full list of bike fix shops and mechanics accepting these vouchers is available on the Energy Saving Trust's website. Ministers have also vowed to work with police to tackle bike theft. (more...)
- July 31, 2020
The "The Fix Your Bike" scheme is open to anyone in England "who has an unused cycle in need of a repair", according to the United Kingdom government. A full list of bike fix shops and mechanics accepting these vouchers is available on the Energy Saving Trust's website. Ministers have also vowed to work with police to tackle bike theft. (more...)
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