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Former India cricketer Chetan Chauhan under treatment for Covid passes away
- August 16, 2020
Chetan Chauhan, who was a minister in Yogi Adityanath's cabinet in Uttar Pradesh, recently suffered from kidney failure and was put on the ventilator at the Medanta hospital in Gurugram. Bangladesh star Mashrafe Mortaza had contracted the virus too along with some other cricketers from his nation. He is survived by his wife and son Vinayak, who is scheduled to arrive from Melbourne later in the day. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Chetan Chauhan, who was a minister in Yogi Adityanath's cabinet in Uttar Pradesh, recently suffered from kidney failure and was put on the ventilator at the Medanta hospital in Gurugram. Bangladesh star Mashrafe Mortaza had contracted the virus too along with some other cricketers from his nation. He is survived by his wife and son Vinayak, who is scheduled to arrive from Melbourne later in the day. (more...)
Indianapolis 500 diary, Day 4: Qualifying exposes gap between Honda, Chevrolet
- August 16, 2020
Andretti toured the famed 2.5-mile oval in 38.5454-seconds/233.491 miles per hour to lead a list of 23 drivers posting speeds of 230 miles per hour or higher. The temps are not going to be ideal for my run. That was the top "Fast Friday" speed since Arie Luyendyk ripped off the fastest practice lap in Indy 500 history, 239.260, on May 10, 1996. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Andretti toured the famed 2.5-mile oval in 38.5454-seconds/233.491 miles per hour to lead a list of 23 drivers posting speeds of 230 miles per hour or higher. The temps are not going to be ideal for my run. That was the top "Fast Friday" speed since Arie Luyendyk ripped off the fastest practice lap in Indy 500 history, 239.260, on May 10, 1996. (more...)
Willian: Arsenal sign former Chelsea midfielder on free transfer
- August 16, 2020
On Friday morning, Willian completed a free transfer to the Gunners following the expiration of his contract at Chelsea , and he has reportedly signed a deal worth £220 000 (R5 million) a week with the north London side. The Reds have already missed out on the signing of RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner after the German moved to Chelsea FC, while Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho has been heavily linked with Manchester United. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
On Friday morning, Willian completed a free transfer to the Gunners following the expiration of his contract at Chelsea , and he has reportedly signed a deal worth £220 000 (R5 million) a week with the north London side. The Reds have already missed out on the signing of RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner after the German moved to Chelsea FC, while Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho has been heavily linked with Manchester United. (more...)
McLaren boss Zak Brown reignites row with Racing Point rival Otmar Szafnauer
- August 16, 2020
The team was deemed to have copied the design of Mercedes' 2019 brake ducts, having been open in its bid to reverse engineer last year's title-winner in producing the RP20 through photography. "It is a bit of a unusual situation, so I think we would like to have also a bit more clarity about that". Red Bull boss Christian Horner is supportive of the FIA's move to clampdown on teams using different engine modes during qualifying, saying it is a "healthy thing for the manufacturers". (more...)
- August 16, 2020
The team was deemed to have copied the design of Mercedes' 2019 brake ducts, having been open in its bid to reverse engineer last year's title-winner in producing the RP20 through photography. "It is a bit of a unusual situation, so I think we would like to have also a bit more clarity about that". Red Bull boss Christian Horner is supportive of the FIA's move to clampdown on teams using different engine modes during qualifying, saying it is a "healthy thing for the manufacturers". (more...)
Chelsea well beaten by classy Bayern
- August 16, 2020
Alvaro Odriozola, on for Kimmich, then supplied the silky cross on 84 minutes which Lewandowski headed home for his 53rd goal in 44 games this season. "People would not normally commend coming fourth for Chesea, we want more but the feeling is we have achieved something with the group we have". " Chelsea have an exciting team and an incredible amount of speed". (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Alvaro Odriozola, on for Kimmich, then supplied the silky cross on 84 minutes which Lewandowski headed home for his 53rd goal in 44 games this season. "People would not normally commend coming fourth for Chesea, we want more but the feeling is we have achieved something with the group we have". " Chelsea have an exciting team and an incredible amount of speed". (more...)
Djokovic says he will play at US Open
- August 16, 2020
Several players have already pulled out of the tournament, including four-time victor and defending champion Rafael Nadal , due to coronavirus fears. The victor of a record eighth Australian Open before the season went into lockdown, Djokovic added that he respected and appreciated the "time, effort, and energy" taken to put on the two US-based events. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Several players have already pulled out of the tournament, including four-time victor and defending champion Rafael Nadal , due to coronavirus fears. The victor of a record eighth Australian Open before the season went into lockdown, Djokovic added that he respected and appreciated the "time, effort, and energy" taken to put on the two US-based events. (more...)
Pelicans sack head coach Gentry
- August 16, 2020
New Orleans Pelicans Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations David Griffin announced today that Alvin Gentry has been relieved of his head coaching duties. Owner Gayle Benson added: "Our intention moving forward is to find the right head coach that will guide this Pelicans team to compete for championships". (more...)
- August 16, 2020
New Orleans Pelicans Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations David Griffin announced today that Alvin Gentry has been relieved of his head coaching duties. Owner Gayle Benson added: "Our intention moving forward is to find the right head coach that will guide this Pelicans team to compete for championships". (more...)
Aman Gupta enters semifinal of US Amateur golf
- August 16, 2020
Gupta, from Concord, North Carolina, got into the field as an alternate last week when second-ranked Ricky Castillo withdrew. Oliva Pinto, playing his first U.S. "I had really good composure". Winstead claimed a 2 UP lead after seven holes and even led as late as the 14th hole. My dad saw it and I guess a couple other people saw it. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Gupta, from Concord, North Carolina, got into the field as an alternate last week when second-ranked Ricky Castillo withdrew. Oliva Pinto, playing his first U.S. "I had really good composure". Winstead claimed a 2 UP lead after seven holes and even led as late as the 14th hole. My dad saw it and I guess a couple other people saw it. (more...)
Diego Simeone: Atletico Madrid ran out of steam against RB Leipzig
- August 16, 2020
The German club on Thursday defeated the Spanish giants Atletico 2-1 in the quarterfinals in Lisbon. Joao Felix then levelled the scores after successfully converting a penalty in the 71st minute. 'We have to be very fast in the defence line and we will have to defend very well as there are a lot of stars in this PSG team and it will not be very easy but we try to go to the final'. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
The German club on Thursday defeated the Spanish giants Atletico 2-1 in the quarterfinals in Lisbon. Joao Felix then levelled the scores after successfully converting a penalty in the 71st minute. 'We have to be very fast in the defence line and we will have to defend very well as there are a lot of stars in this PSG team and it will not be very easy but we try to go to the final'. (more...)
Messi Beats Ronaldo To Become The Richest Footballer In The World
- August 16, 2020
Messi has previously praised Ronaldo on his performances for Juventus and called him a "predatory striker". Cristiano Ronaldo drops response to his rumours of joining Catalan side Barcelona , claims to be happy in Turin presently. Therefore, 'AS' have got in contact with the Juventus player's inner circle to find out whether the former Real Madrid man could join Barca. Talks about MLS, etc., because Juventus want to get rid of that wage. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Messi has previously praised Ronaldo on his performances for Juventus and called him a "predatory striker". Cristiano Ronaldo drops response to his rumours of joining Catalan side Barcelona , claims to be happy in Turin presently. Therefore, 'AS' have got in contact with the Juventus player's inner circle to find out whether the former Real Madrid man could join Barca. Talks about MLS, etc., because Juventus want to get rid of that wage. (more...)
Kylian Mbappe Responds Perfectly To Lyon's Win Against Manchester City
- August 16, 2020
Lyon had offered nothing going forward in the second half and coach Garcia even chose to take off Memphis Depay , who had been anonymous. According to WhoScored , Aouar took one shot which was on target, played one key pass, had a pass accuracy of 63.6%, took 48 touches, attempted four dribbles, made two tackles and one interception, and put in one cross. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Lyon had offered nothing going forward in the second half and coach Garcia even chose to take off Memphis Depay , who had been anonymous. According to WhoScored , Aouar took one shot which was on target, played one key pass, had a pass accuracy of 63.6%, took 48 touches, attempted four dribbles, made two tackles and one interception, and put in one cross. (more...)
Jurgen Klopp: Kocin Liverpool aka zaɓa gwarzon kocin Premier League a bana
- August 16, 2020
Klopp ya doke kocin Chelsea Frank Lampard, da na Leicester Brendan Rodgers da kuma na Sheffield United Chris Wilder a takarar gwarzon kocin. A watan da ya gabata shi ne aka zaɓa gwarzon kocin shekara na ƙungiyar koca-kocai. He becomes the third 2019/20 season awards victor from Liverpool, after Trent Alexander-Arnold received the Young Player of the Season award and Curtis Jones was named Premier League 2 Player of the Season. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Klopp ya doke kocin Chelsea Frank Lampard, da na Leicester Brendan Rodgers da kuma na Sheffield United Chris Wilder a takarar gwarzon kocin. A watan da ya gabata shi ne aka zaɓa gwarzon kocin shekara na ƙungiyar koca-kocai. He becomes the third 2019/20 season awards victor from Liverpool, after Trent Alexander-Arnold received the Young Player of the Season award and Curtis Jones was named Premier League 2 Player of the Season. (more...)
Lyon stun Manchester City to reach Champions League semifinals
- August 16, 2020
We believed in ourselves", Lyon coach Rudi Garcia said. You have to give the best of yourself, which is what I am trying to do. "We now go on holidays". Second half we played really well. Speaking before Sterling's shock late miss in the 3-1 loss to Lyon , Ferdinand claimed the 25-year-old had proved his critics wrong for both club and country. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
We believed in ourselves", Lyon coach Rudi Garcia said. You have to give the best of yourself, which is what I am trying to do. "We now go on holidays". Second half we played really well. Speaking before Sterling's shock late miss in the 3-1 loss to Lyon , Ferdinand claimed the 25-year-old had proved his critics wrong for both club and country. (more...)
3 things learned from Lyon’s upset of Man City
- August 16, 2020
Just look at the class of Kevin de Bruyne, the brilliance of Raheem Sterling , the easy-on-the-eye style that is gloriously deadly in full cry. Raheem Sterling then incredibly fired over with the goal gaping to bring City back on level terms and less than 60 seconds later an error from goalkeeper Ederson allowed Dembele to tap home and seal Lyon a semi-final meeting with Guardiola's old club Bayern Munich . (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Just look at the class of Kevin de Bruyne, the brilliance of Raheem Sterling , the easy-on-the-eye style that is gloriously deadly in full cry. Raheem Sterling then incredibly fired over with the goal gaping to bring City back on level terms and less than 60 seconds later an error from goalkeeper Ederson allowed Dembele to tap home and seal Lyon a semi-final meeting with Guardiola's old club Bayern Munich . (more...)
Dodger Stadium will serve as polling center for general election
- August 16, 2020
James, along with other professional Black athletes and artists, formed More Than A Vote to educate and fight voter suppression. For now, Dodger Stadium is filled only with carboard cut-outs of people. Details are still unknown regarding whether ballots will be cast outside or inside the stadium, but the facility will adhere to health and safety protocols given by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention . (more...)
- August 16, 2020
James, along with other professional Black athletes and artists, formed More Than A Vote to educate and fight voter suppression. For now, Dodger Stadium is filled only with carboard cut-outs of people. Details are still unknown regarding whether ballots will be cast outside or inside the stadium, but the facility will adhere to health and safety protocols given by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention . (more...)
Serena Williams rallies to defeat sister Venus at WTA event
- August 16, 2020
Williams, the victor of 23 Grand Slam singles titles who is now ranked ninth, hadn't bowed out against someone so low in the rankings since number 111 Virginie Razzano stunned her at the 2012 French Open. I honestly don't know how I was able to pull it off at the end. Venus, 40, and Serena, 38, had a combined age of 79 years and 19 days, the third-oldest combined age of any WTA Tour match. (more...)
- August 16, 2020
Williams, the victor of 23 Grand Slam singles titles who is now ranked ninth, hadn't bowed out against someone so low in the rankings since number 111 Virginie Razzano stunned her at the 2012 French Open. I honestly don't know how I was able to pull it off at the end. Venus, 40, and Serena, 38, had a combined age of 79 years and 19 days, the third-oldest combined age of any WTA Tour match. (more...)
Reds-Pirates games Saturday, Sunday postponed after positive coronavirus test
- August 15, 2020
The Reds defeated the Pirates on Friday in the second game of a four-game series. The Reds are the third team to have a game postponed because someone on their roster tested positive, joining the Marlins and Cardinals . During the most recent round of testing under the MLB COVID-19 Health Monitoring and Testing Plan, 18 newly diagnosed cases were among players. "Today feels very much like opening day for the St. (more...)
- August 15, 2020
The Reds defeated the Pirates on Friday in the second game of a four-game series. The Reds are the third team to have a game postponed because someone on their roster tested positive, joining the Marlins and Cardinals . During the most recent round of testing under the MLB COVID-19 Health Monitoring and Testing Plan, 18 newly diagnosed cases were among players. "Today feels very much like opening day for the St. (more...)
Bianca Andreescu opts out of US Open
- August 15, 2020
Andreescu has been plagued by injuries since her triumph in NY 12 months ago, and has not played since last October. Her decision means that this year's event, which starts in NY on 31 August, will be without both of its 2019 champions after Rafael Nadal , a four-time victor, also said he would skip the tournament over health fears. (more...)
- August 15, 2020
Andreescu has been plagued by injuries since her triumph in NY 12 months ago, and has not played since last October. Her decision means that this year's event, which starts in NY on 31 August, will be without both of its 2019 champions after Rafael Nadal , a four-time victor, also said he would skip the tournament over health fears. (more...)
Bruno Fernandes: Man Utd player rejects Eric Cantona comparisons
- August 15, 2020
Conquerors of Wolves in the previous round, Sevilla dumped Jose Mourinho's United out of the Champions League in 2018 and are chasing a sixth Europa League crown in 14 years. "That helped in the fact that today I'm a more grown up, more mature person, which makes settling in easier". "He's young and he has great numbers this season. (more...)
- August 15, 2020
Conquerors of Wolves in the previous round, Sevilla dumped Jose Mourinho's United out of the Champions League in 2018 and are chasing a sixth Europa League crown in 14 years. "That helped in the fact that today I'm a more grown up, more mature person, which makes settling in easier". "He's young and he has great numbers this season. (more...)
Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask opts out of rest of NHL playoffs
- August 15, 2020
Rask was in net for both games so far in the Bruins' first-round series versus the Carolina Hurricanes , earning a split. Rask and his wife Jaroslav Halak have three young girls together, including newborn Livia, who arrived in late April. (more...)
- August 15, 2020
Rask was in net for both games so far in the Bruins' first-round series versus the Carolina Hurricanes , earning a split. Rask and his wife Jaroslav Halak have three young girls together, including newborn Livia, who arrived in late April. (more...)
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