Sports
Oliveira snatches late Styrian MotoGP win
- August 23, 2020
Johann Zarco (Esponsorama Racing) was back on track after undergoing surgery on a fractured scaphoid on Wednesday, and the Czech GP podium finisher propelled himself into the top 10. Joan Mir is "angry" that Pol Espargaro was not forced to drop a place from third in the MotoGP Styrian Grand Prix for exceeding track limits at the final corner. (more...)
- August 23, 2020
Johann Zarco (Esponsorama Racing) was back on track after undergoing surgery on a fractured scaphoid on Wednesday, and the Czech GP podium finisher propelled himself into the top 10. Joan Mir is "angry" that Pol Espargaro was not forced to drop a place from third in the MotoGP Styrian Grand Prix for exceeding track limits at the final corner. (more...)
Manchester United captain Maguire released after assault hearing
- August 23, 2020
He was one of the stars of England's run to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals in Russian Federation and has made 26 appearances for Gareth Southgate's men. Maguire had been photographed and filmed throughout the day and evening, enjoying the company of his teammates Marcus Rashford and Brandon Williams, as well as the snooker player Judd Trump, and mixing with other tourists, appearing to drink alcohol on occasions. (more...)
- August 23, 2020
He was one of the stars of England's run to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals in Russian Federation and has made 26 appearances for Gareth Southgate's men. Maguire had been photographed and filmed throughout the day and evening, enjoying the company of his teammates Marcus Rashford and Brandon Williams, as well as the snooker player Judd Trump, and mixing with other tourists, appearing to drink alcohol on occasions. (more...)
Newgarden "cautiously optimistic" about Indy 500 prospects
- August 23, 2020
They set up chairs in gravel parking lots across the street from the speedway and staked out spots along the fence on 16th Street, where gaps in the grandstands provide views of the track and an opportunity to catch a glimpse of the American classic. (more...)
- August 23, 2020
They set up chairs in gravel parking lots across the street from the speedway and staked out spots along the fence on 16th Street, where gaps in the grandstands provide views of the track and an opportunity to catch a glimpse of the American classic. (more...)
Liverpool ease to routine pre-season victory over Stuttgart in Austria
- August 23, 2020
I've got off to a good start, I've trained well, I've stayed fit, got an assist [and] performed well, so I just can't wait for the next game and I'll see what the season holds for me on a personal level". "How we made the goals , I would say that was absolutely exceptional", Klopp told Liverpoolfc.com . Milner took to Twitter after full time to joke about the situation, laughing at his own "warm welcome" towards his new teammate. (more...)
- August 23, 2020
I've got off to a good start, I've trained well, I've stayed fit, got an assist [and] performed well, so I just can't wait for the next game and I'll see what the season holds for me on a personal level". "How we made the goals , I would say that was absolutely exceptional", Klopp told Liverpoolfc.com . Milner took to Twitter after full time to joke about the situation, laughing at his own "warm welcome" towards his new teammate. (more...)
PSG take on unbeaten Bayern Munich in Champions League final
- August 23, 2020
Mbappe , now 21, joined Neymar and his PSG teammates in a final training session in Lisbon before the biggest club final in world football. Mbappe, now 21, emerged as a global superstar by helping France win the World Cup in Russian Federation in 2018, becoming the youngest player since a teenage Pele to score in the final of that competition. (more...)
- August 23, 2020
Mbappe , now 21, joined Neymar and his PSG teammates in a final training session in Lisbon before the biggest club final in world football. Mbappe, now 21, emerged as a global superstar by helping France win the World Cup in Russian Federation in 2018, becoming the youngest player since a teenage Pele to score in the final of that competition. (more...)
Slam Diego! Padres 1st team with slams in 4 straight games
- August 23, 2020
The game went to the 10th inning, and after the Rangers were unable to score in the top half of the frame, Jake Cronenworth's single to center slipped past the glove of outfielder Scott Heineman, allowing Myers to score from second base for the victory. (more...)
- August 23, 2020
The game went to the 10th inning, and after the Rangers were unable to score in the top half of the frame, Jake Cronenworth's single to center slipped past the glove of outfielder Scott Heineman, allowing Myers to score from second base for the victory. (more...)
Manchester United captain Harry Maguire detained on Greek island after brawl
- August 23, 2020
Greek TV channel Mega said Maguire's father had flown to Greece to be at his son's side. The police said an officer was punched on the scene, and that a second fight had broken out at the local police station where the three men "strenuously resisted (arrest), pushing and striking three officers". (more...)
- August 23, 2020
Greek TV channel Mega said Maguire's father had flown to Greece to be at his son's side. The police said an officer was punched on the scene, and that a second fight had broken out at the local police station where the three men "strenuously resisted (arrest), pushing and striking three officers". (more...)
Scottie Scheffler shoots 59 on PGA Tour
- August 23, 2020
What it means: With ideal scoring conditions in MA, the 122-man field went low for the most part. I hit the ball just as well today, gave myself a plenty of good looks and made a lot of putts. Johnson will be going for his fifth FedEx Cup playoff victory, and third in this event on a third course. Round of the day: English won twice in 2013 but hasn't lifted a trophy since, although he's in the midst of a resurgent season that has included 12 top-25 finishes in 17 starts. (more...)
- August 23, 2020
What it means: With ideal scoring conditions in MA, the 122-man field went low for the most part. I hit the ball just as well today, gave myself a plenty of good looks and made a lot of putts. Johnson will be going for his fifth FedEx Cup playoff victory, and third in this event on a third course. Round of the day: English won twice in 2013 but hasn't lifted a trophy since, although he's in the midst of a resurgent season that has included 12 top-25 finishes in 17 starts. (more...)
Stars' top line come to life in Game 1 win over Avalanche
- August 23, 2020
MacKinnon's four-point performance capped off an incredible series for the 24-year-old superstar, who totaled a point in every single game for a total of three goals, seven assists, and 10 points in five games to lead his team to the second round of the Playoffs for the second consecutive season. (more...)
- August 23, 2020
MacKinnon's four-point performance capped off an incredible series for the 24-year-old superstar, who totaled a point in every single game for a total of three goals, seven assists, and 10 points in five games to lead his team to the second round of the Playoffs for the second consecutive season. (more...)
NBA owners talk draft, free agency delays
- August 23, 2020
During Thursday's NBA Draft lotto broadcast, Silver informed Rachel Nichols of ESPN that the December 1 start date "is feeling a little bit early to me". Those projections would allow them to make crucial decisions - including on possible trades - with a clearer understanding of the financial ramifications. (more...)
- August 23, 2020
During Thursday's NBA Draft lotto broadcast, Silver informed Rachel Nichols of ESPN that the December 1 start date "is feeling a little bit early to me". Those projections would allow them to make crucial decisions - including on possible trades - with a clearer understanding of the financial ramifications. (more...)
Ronald Koeman wants Memphis Depay as first Barcelona signing
- August 22, 2020
Koeman has been keen to ensure that details of his top-level talks with his club captain are kept under wraps but, according to Barcelona beat reporter Marcal Lorente - a man understood to have close ties to the club's board - the club has deemed their prized asset " untransferable ". (more...)
- August 22, 2020
Koeman has been keen to ensure that details of his top-level talks with his club captain are kept under wraps but, according to Barcelona beat reporter Marcal Lorente - a man understood to have close ties to the club's board - the club has deemed their prized asset " untransferable ". (more...)
Sevilla beat Inter in thrilling 3-2 struggle to win Europa League
- August 22, 2020
Lopetegui's side regrouped and start fighting back. Sevilla FC remains the only team to claim victory in the UEFA Europa League competition a record six times, with previous tournaments won in 2006, 2007, 2014, 2015, and 2016. This was also the season that produced the first Seville derby in the Europa League. Conte told the media on Friday: "It's only right that we analyse the entire season, look at everything in a very calm way, and try to plan the future of Inter, whether it's with or ... (more...)
- August 22, 2020
Lopetegui's side regrouped and start fighting back. Sevilla FC remains the only team to claim victory in the UEFA Europa League competition a record six times, with previous tournaments won in 2006, 2007, 2014, 2015, and 2016. This was also the season that produced the first Seville derby in the Europa League. Conte told the media on Friday: "It's only right that we analyse the entire season, look at everything in a very calm way, and try to plan the future of Inter, whether it's with or ... (more...)
Earl Thomas gets sent home after heated exchange with teammate Chuck Clark
- August 22, 2020
A Busted coverage that I tried to explain calmly meet with built up aggression turned into me getting into with a teammate". Both Thomas and Clark had to be restrained, and according to Jonas Shaffer of the Baltimore Sun, Thomas balled his fists at one point. (more...)
- August 22, 2020
A Busted coverage that I tried to explain calmly meet with built up aggression turned into me getting into with a teammate". Both Thomas and Clark had to be restrained, and according to Jonas Shaffer of the Baltimore Sun, Thomas balled his fists at one point. (more...)
LA Galaxys Javier Hernandez earns Europa League medal with Sevilla win
- August 22, 2020
After Romelu Lukaku's early penalty gave the Italians the lead, the Dutchman scored two fine headers to put his side in front before Diego Carlos' heavily deflected overhead kick sealed the win. Lukaku almost put Inter back in front on a break but was denied in the crucial moment by Sevilla goalkeeper Yassine Bounou. On its way to securing the football trophy, the Spanish club beat another Italian club Roma 2-0 during their last-16 tie on 6 August, defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers FC 1-0 ... (more...)
- August 22, 2020
After Romelu Lukaku's early penalty gave the Italians the lead, the Dutchman scored two fine headers to put his side in front before Diego Carlos' heavily deflected overhead kick sealed the win. Lukaku almost put Inter back in front on a break but was denied in the crucial moment by Sevilla goalkeeper Yassine Bounou. On its way to securing the football trophy, the Spanish club beat another Italian club Roma 2-0 during their last-16 tie on 6 August, defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers FC 1-0 ... (more...)
National Hockey League condemns 'insensitive and insulting' comment made by Mike Milbury
- August 22, 2020
Hockey analyst Mike Milbury is once again facing criticism for comments he made on air during "NHL on NBC". In response to the comments, NBC Sports pulled Milbury from its Friday broadcast of Canadiens-Flyers according to multiple reports. (more...)
- August 22, 2020
Hockey analyst Mike Milbury is once again facing criticism for comments he made on air during "NHL on NBC". In response to the comments, NBC Sports pulled Milbury from its Friday broadcast of Canadiens-Flyers according to multiple reports. (more...)
Panel: How do you see the Katie Taylor-Delfine Persoon rematch going?
- August 22, 2020
Katie Taylor is so laser-focused on producing a more definitive result in her rematch against Delfine Persoon on Saturday that she claims she didn't even tune in to see Jessica McCaskill's upset of Cecilia Brækhus this past weekend . Many pundits, including Carl Frampton, David Haye and Carl Froch, who were ringside in NY, felt Taylor was fortunate to avoid a first professional defeat, and Persoon has since described the Irishwoman as "a fake champion by robbery" and vowed to avenge the loss ... (more...)
- August 22, 2020
Katie Taylor is so laser-focused on producing a more definitive result in her rematch against Delfine Persoon on Saturday that she claims she didn't even tune in to see Jessica McCaskill's upset of Cecilia Brækhus this past weekend . Many pundits, including Carl Frampton, David Haye and Carl Froch, who were ringside in NY, felt Taylor was fortunate to avoid a first professional defeat, and Persoon has since described the Irishwoman as "a fake champion by robbery" and vowed to avenge the loss ... (more...)
Premier League returnees Leeds thrown in the deep end against Liverpool
- August 22, 2020
Manchester City and Manchester United will not participate in the competition until September 19, after they were given 30 days to rest following the end of their European season. The first Manchester derby of the season against cross-town rivals Manchester United will take place at Old Trafford on December 12 . They will play two friendlies against German side Stuttgart and Austrian champions Salzburg. (more...)
- August 22, 2020
Manchester City and Manchester United will not participate in the competition until September 19, after they were given 30 days to rest following the end of their European season. The first Manchester derby of the season against cross-town rivals Manchester United will take place at Old Trafford on December 12 . They will play two friendlies against German side Stuttgart and Austrian champions Salzburg. (more...)
Sen. Loeffler, co-owner of WNBA franchise, stands by BLM criticism
- August 22, 2020
WNBA stars Layshia Clarendon , Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson will be wearing special uniforms created to honor women who the league says "have been the forgotten victims of police brutality and racial violence" when the league's 2020 season tips off later this month. (more...)
- August 22, 2020
WNBA stars Layshia Clarendon , Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson will be wearing special uniforms created to honor women who the league says "have been the forgotten victims of police brutality and racial violence" when the league's 2020 season tips off later this month. (more...)
Kai Havertz: Chelsea set to complete most expensive German signing ever
- August 22, 2020
Bayer Leverkusen return for preseason training on August 28th and the report states the two clubs "will try to reach an agreement" for Havertz before they start their preparation for the new campaign. Havertz is considered by many to be one of the brightest talents in German football and has been linked with a host of top clubs over the last 12 months. (more...)
- August 22, 2020
Bayer Leverkusen return for preseason training on August 28th and the report states the two clubs "will try to reach an agreement" for Havertz before they start their preparation for the new campaign. Havertz is considered by many to be one of the brightest talents in German football and has been linked with a host of top clubs over the last 12 months. (more...)
Malinga to miss initial games of IPL Letzcricket
- August 22, 2020
It is understood Malinga's father has been ill and may require surgery in the coming weeks. The fast bowler wants to be by his side and will be training in Colombo. Despite Malinga's imminent absence, Mumbai Indians have a formidable pace attack, comprising Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Mitchell McClenaghan and Dhawal Kulkarni, along with all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Kieron Pollard. (more...)
- August 22, 2020
It is understood Malinga's father has been ill and may require surgery in the coming weeks. The fast bowler wants to be by his side and will be training in Colombo. Despite Malinga's imminent absence, Mumbai Indians have a formidable pace attack, comprising Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Mitchell McClenaghan and Dhawal Kulkarni, along with all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Kieron Pollard. (more...)
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