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Raiders players turn on Jon Gruden over broken vows
- October 24, 2018
The Oakland Raiders look like a very different team from the one many expected to see before the season began, and after trading away wide receiver Amari Cooper and star edge rusher Khalil Mack , they may now need to examine the quarterback situation. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
The Oakland Raiders look like a very different team from the one many expected to see before the season began, and after trading away wide receiver Amari Cooper and star edge rusher Khalil Mack , they may now need to examine the quarterback situation. (more...)
Koepka keeps alive chance for top spot, leads by 4 in SKorea
- October 24, 2018
Koepka posted a final round of 64 at the Nine Bridges Golf Club on Jeju island on Sunday, finishing with a flourish by eagling the last hole for a combined 21-under 267 at the $9.5 million tournament. 1 in the week I was playing. The three-time European Tour champion is seeking his first US PGA win. "I want to win because I didn't win a year ago", Ciganda said. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Koepka posted a final round of 64 at the Nine Bridges Golf Club on Jeju island on Sunday, finishing with a flourish by eagling the last hole for a combined 21-under 267 at the $9.5 million tournament. 1 in the week I was playing. The three-time European Tour champion is seeking his first US PGA win. "I want to win because I didn't win a year ago", Ciganda said. (more...)
Broncos waive backup QB Kelly
- October 24, 2018
Even though Chad is no longer part of our team, we've offered to help him however we can". Kelly reportedly dressed as a cowboy, stumbled into someone's house, sat down on their couch, "mumbled incoherently" and then got hit with a vacuum tube. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Even though Chad is no longer part of our team, we've offered to help him however we can". Kelly reportedly dressed as a cowboy, stumbled into someone's house, sat down on their couch, "mumbled incoherently" and then got hit with a vacuum tube. (more...)
Conor McGregor meets Irish boxing champ Katie Taylor in Boston
- October 24, 2018
Sitting ringside for the fight was Conor McGregor . Serrano, whose only ambition appeared to be to reach the sanctuary of the final bell, declined the invitation.... At least give your wife some encouragement. Serrano is not a full-time professional boxer - she runs a fitness business along her younger and better-known sister Amanda, who has won six World titles across various weights in women's boxing. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Sitting ringside for the fight was Conor McGregor . Serrano, whose only ambition appeared to be to reach the sanctuary of the final bell, declined the invitation.... At least give your wife some encouragement. Serrano is not a full-time professional boxer - she runs a fitness business along her younger and better-known sister Amanda, who has won six World titles across various weights in women's boxing. (more...)
Manchester City delivered best first-half display in three years
- October 24, 2018
Visiting goalkeeper Ederson Moraes kept out a late effort from Junior Moraes to preserve his clean sheet, as City claimed successive Champions League victories for the first time since winning their first five group-stage games last season. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Visiting goalkeeper Ederson Moraes kept out a late effort from Junior Moraes to preserve his clean sheet, as City claimed successive Champions League victories for the first time since winning their first five group-stage games last season. (more...)
Record-maker Kohli powers India to 321-6 in 2nd ODI
- October 24, 2018
Given that Kohli has been breaking records for fun and has even left behind Tendulkar on several facets, it is no surprise Kohli surpassed Dhoni's tally of ODI runs for India . By then, Dhoni was already a superstar and captain of the Indian team, three years away from World Cup glory. With his unbeatable performances, Kohli has won several accolades including the Arjuna award, ICC World Cricketer of the year and multiple BCCI global Cricketer of the Year awards. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Given that Kohli has been breaking records for fun and has even left behind Tendulkar on several facets, it is no surprise Kohli surpassed Dhoni's tally of ODI runs for India . By then, Dhoni was already a superstar and captain of the Indian team, three years away from World Cup glory. With his unbeatable performances, Kohli has won several accolades including the Arjuna award, ICC World Cricketer of the year and multiple BCCI global Cricketer of the Year awards. (more...)
Pitchers' Duel Fizzles as Dodgers, Kershaw Get Pounded by Red Sox Offense
- October 24, 2018
If Puig had simply thought for half a second, realized he had no shot at Betts and hit the cutoff man, Benintendi stays at first and does not score on J.D. "I mean, the guy's a phenomenal manager". "I love it", Cora said. "He knows what he needs to do". Small things that, but for a couple of inches here or there and a bit more concentration on their part, could've broken differently and could've led to a very different outcome. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
If Puig had simply thought for half a second, realized he had no shot at Betts and hit the cutoff man, Benintendi stays at first and does not score on J.D. "I mean, the guy's a phenomenal manager". "I love it", Cora said. "He knows what he needs to do". Small things that, but for a couple of inches here or there and a bit more concentration on their part, could've broken differently and could've led to a very different outcome. (more...)
Patrick Peterson 'desperate' for trade from Arizona Cardinals
- October 24, 2018
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter , Peterson "desperately" wants out of AZ and has asked the Cardinals brass to trade him before next Tuesday. Just last week, I wrote about why the Giants should entertain a trade for Peterson . Harris was known more as a slot specialist earlier in his career, but he's really grown into an all-around playmaker. Peterson has recorded 35 tackles, a sack, and two interceptions in seven games this season. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter , Peterson "desperately" wants out of AZ and has asked the Cardinals brass to trade him before next Tuesday. Just last week, I wrote about why the Giants should entertain a trade for Peterson . Harris was known more as a slot specialist earlier in his career, but he's really grown into an all-around playmaker. Peterson has recorded 35 tackles, a sack, and two interceptions in seven games this season. (more...)
Hetmyer century powers West Indies to 322-8 in first ODI
- October 24, 2018
Virat and Rohit put up a record 246-run partnership for the second wicket. Now when the team India came to chase the score they lost their first wicket too early in the form of Shikhar Dhawan who got out on 4 runs. Kohli was eventually stumped off Devendra Bishoo, leaving Rohit, whose hundred was his 20th in ODI cricket, and Ambati Rayudu (22no) to steer the hosts home with 47 deliveries in reserve. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Virat and Rohit put up a record 246-run partnership for the second wicket. Now when the team India came to chase the score they lost their first wicket too early in the form of Shikhar Dhawan who got out on 4 runs. Kohli was eventually stumped off Devendra Bishoo, leaving Rohit, whose hundred was his 20th in ODI cricket, and Ambati Rayudu (22no) to steer the hosts home with 47 deliveries in reserve. (more...)
Tournament host Garcia leads at Valderrama
- October 24, 2018
The score was Garcia's lowest at the famed Valderrama Golf Club and left him at 10 under and well clear of first-round leader Ashley Chesters , the Englishman signing for a 70. On the Back 9, he continued his fine form with further birdies on 10, 11 and 12, before a double-bogey on 15 dented his ambitions to catch Garcia. Adverse weather has played havoc with the schedule, preventing Garcia from playing at all on Friday and causing tournament director Jose Maria Zamora to announce the ... (more...)
- October 24, 2018
The score was Garcia's lowest at the famed Valderrama Golf Club and left him at 10 under and well clear of first-round leader Ashley Chesters , the Englishman signing for a 70. On the Back 9, he continued his fine form with further birdies on 10, 11 and 12, before a double-bogey on 15 dented his ambitions to catch Garcia. Adverse weather has played havoc with the schedule, preventing Garcia from playing at all on Friday and causing tournament director Jose Maria Zamora to announce the ... (more...)
Hours Ago Guardiola wants more from City
- October 24, 2018
City are undefeated in domestic competition and intend to maintain momentum as they return to Champions League action at Shakhtar Donetsk on Tuesday. MF Bernardo Silva, 7 - He continues his improvement in his second season, linking up dangerously with David Silva . Pep Guardiola opted ring the changes for the final 15 minutes as De Bruyne, Gabriel Jesus and Phil Foden were introduced. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
City are undefeated in domestic competition and intend to maintain momentum as they return to Champions League action at Shakhtar Donetsk on Tuesday. MF Bernardo Silva, 7 - He continues his improvement in his second season, linking up dangerously with David Silva . Pep Guardiola opted ring the changes for the final 15 minutes as De Bruyne, Gabriel Jesus and Phil Foden were introduced. (more...)
Red Sox double up Dodgers at Fenway in World Series opener
- October 24, 2018
The offensive fireworks occurred despite the much-anticipated showdown between Kershaw and Boston ace Chris Sale . The crowd and cold temperatures were no picnic for Los Angeles, either. Benintendi became just the fourth Boston player with a four-hit game in the World Series , joining Jacoby Ellsbury in 2007 and Wally Moses in 1946. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
The offensive fireworks occurred despite the much-anticipated showdown between Kershaw and Boston ace Chris Sale . The crowd and cold temperatures were no picnic for Los Angeles, either. Benintendi became just the fourth Boston player with a four-hit game in the World Series , joining Jacoby Ellsbury in 2007 and Wally Moses in 1946. (more...)
Stefanos Tsitsipas wins Stockholm Open for first ATP Tour title
- October 24, 2018
Gulbis was an easier proposition, though, and Tsitsipas won 80 per cent of his service points and broke the Latvian once in each set. This was the third final of the season for the super talented youngster but the first without Rafael Nadal on the other side of the net, facing a little bit forgotten former Top 10 player who never lost an ATP final before. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Gulbis was an easier proposition, though, and Tsitsipas won 80 per cent of his service points and broke the Latvian once in each set. This was the third final of the season for the super talented youngster but the first without Rafael Nadal on the other side of the net, facing a little bit forgotten former Top 10 player who never lost an ATP final before. (more...)
Denver Broncos QB Chad Kelly arrested for trespassing, police say
- October 24, 2018
A woman in the house, identified as Nancy Lozano , was sitting on the couch with her young child when the man walked into the residence, sat down next to her and began mumbling. However, there were character concerns surrounding Kelly ever since his college days, and now, this incident has come to light. General manager John Elway and Broncos head coach Vance Joseph apparently met with Kelly and on the team affiliated radio station discussed the ongoing situation. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
A woman in the house, identified as Nancy Lozano , was sitting on the couch with her young child when the man walked into the residence, sat down next to her and began mumbling. However, there were character concerns surrounding Kelly ever since his college days, and now, this incident has come to light. General manager John Elway and Broncos head coach Vance Joseph apparently met with Kelly and on the team affiliated radio station discussed the ongoing situation. (more...)
Russian fans injured after escalator collapse
- October 24, 2018
The cause of the accident on Tuesday night was not immediately known. The crashed escalator at the subway station in Rome . One person reportedly lost a leg. Emergency services described the escalator's steps as "split and crumpled" and surrounded by broken glass and beer bottles, reports Sky Italia. Separately, one CSKA fan was slashed with a knife during clashes between opposing fans outside the Stadio Olimpico, the ANSA news agency reported. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
The cause of the accident on Tuesday night was not immediately known. The crashed escalator at the subway station in Rome . One person reportedly lost a leg. Emergency services described the escalator's steps as "split and crumpled" and surrounded by broken glass and beer bottles, reports Sky Italia. Separately, one CSKA fan was slashed with a knife during clashes between opposing fans outside the Stadio Olimpico, the ANSA news agency reported. (more...)
FA to decide on action to take after Mourinho touchline brawl
- October 24, 2018
Mourinho discovered on Saturday morning that United's 11 for the match against Chelsea in the afternoon had already been leaked on social media, and it was not the first time this has happened this season. However former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy believes United still play with fear, writing in his Daily Mail column: "Take the handbrake off and they are a good side. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Mourinho discovered on Saturday morning that United's 11 for the match against Chelsea in the afternoon had already been leaked on social media, and it was not the first time this has happened this season. However former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy believes United still play with fear, writing in his Daily Mail column: "Take the handbrake off and they are a good side. (more...)
Svitolina and Pliskova win opening matches at WTA Finals
- October 23, 2018
The eight women who earned a spot at the tournament have been divided into two pools of four, with play getting underway tomorrow in the White Group when big-hitting Czech Petra Kvitova takes on Ukraine's Elina Svitolina . This is the first time she has qualified for the season finale. Six of her seven double-faults came in the first set. "Wasn't the best start, but the good thing is there is still a chance to play better and to improve and maybe go somewhere forward", she said. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
The eight women who earned a spot at the tournament have been divided into two pools of four, with play getting underway tomorrow in the White Group when big-hitting Czech Petra Kvitova takes on Ukraine's Elina Svitolina . This is the first time she has qualified for the season finale. Six of her seven double-faults came in the first set. "Wasn't the best start, but the good thing is there is still a chance to play better and to improve and maybe go somewhere forward", she said. (more...)
Cowboys Trade First-Round Pick To Raiders For Amari Cooper
- October 23, 2018
Here's what some are saying about the deal. Cooper is the second star player traded away by new Raiders head coach Jon Gruden, following the trade of pass-rusher Khalil Mack just before the start of the season. They gave up two first-round picks for Joey Galloway in 2000 and multiple picks, including a first-rounder, for Roy Williams in 2008. What makes that number even more alarming was the fact he had over 100 yards in only two games and much of his statistical output was due to an ... (more...)
- October 23, 2018
Here's what some are saying about the deal. Cooper is the second star player traded away by new Raiders head coach Jon Gruden, following the trade of pass-rusher Khalil Mack just before the start of the season. They gave up two first-round picks for Joey Galloway in 2000 and multiple picks, including a first-rounder, for Roy Williams in 2008. What makes that number even more alarming was the fact he had over 100 yards in only two games and much of his statistical output was due to an ... (more...)
Rae Carruth Released From Prison, Says He’s ‘Excited’ & ‘Frightened’
- October 23, 2018
Adams' murder made national headlines, which intensified after Carruth, who had been released on a $3 million bond, violated terms of his release and fled North Carolina. Rudolf said Carruth fled because he was afraid Watkins might shoot him after he had backed out of an agreement to finance a marijuana deal Watkins had asked him to. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
Adams' murder made national headlines, which intensified after Carruth, who had been released on a $3 million bond, violated terms of his release and fled North Carolina. Rudolf said Carruth fled because he was afraid Watkins might shoot him after he had backed out of an agreement to finance a marijuana deal Watkins had asked him to. (more...)
Ozil Inspires Gunners As Aubameyang Hits Brace
- October 23, 2018
Unai Emery's men have now moved up to fourth place in the Premier League standings on 21 points and Sutton thinks the Gunners are growing, though fans are remaining level-headed. Schmeichel kept out a dipping Granit Xhaka free kick in the period that followed, before the Leicester goalkeeper had to keep out a strike from Alex Iwobi as the home side chased for a leveller before the break. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
Unai Emery's men have now moved up to fourth place in the Premier League standings on 21 points and Sutton thinks the Gunners are growing, though fans are remaining level-headed. Schmeichel kept out a dipping Granit Xhaka free kick in the period that followed, before the Leicester goalkeeper had to keep out a strike from Alex Iwobi as the home side chased for a leveller before the break. (more...)
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