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Murray beats Tsonga in Vienna for 3rd straight ATP title
- October 31, 2016
Against Troicki, I played a very hard match physically. Murray recently admitted he would love to become the number one-ranked player in the world. "I'll use today as a rest day, practice a little bit on the center court". He won in Vienna on his only previous visit, in 2014. Tsonga clawed his way back from 3-1 down in the second set and saved a match point in a tense final-set tie-break to down the big-serving Croatian. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
Against Troicki, I played a very hard match physically. Murray recently admitted he would love to become the number one-ranked player in the world. "I'll use today as a rest day, practice a little bit on the center court". He won in Vienna on his only previous visit, in 2014. Tsonga clawed his way back from 3-1 down in the second set and saved a match point in a tense final-set tie-break to down the big-serving Croatian. (more...)
Antonio Conte never heard of N'Golo Kante two years ago
- October 31, 2016
Kante arrived at JS Suresnes, his first club, aged nine and already anomalous: a local school cross-country champion who was less than four feet tall. Asked whether he had been aware of Kanté before his move from Caen in August 2015, Conte said: "No, I must be honest". "He has great stamina, but also good technique, good positioning and a good personality". (more...)
- October 31, 2016
Kante arrived at JS Suresnes, his first club, aged nine and already anomalous: a local school cross-country champion who was less than four feet tall. Asked whether he had been aware of Kanté before his move from Caen in August 2015, Conte said: "No, I must be honest". "He has great stamina, but also good technique, good positioning and a good personality". (more...)
Phil Jagielka wants Wayne Rooney back at Everton
- October 31, 2016
Rooney has not started a league game for United since their 3-1 loss against Watford on September 18. The former Chelsea boss claimed that Rooney still remains the leader of the team, and that it is only normal for a player to be disappointed to lose his place in the side. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
Rooney has not started a league game for United since their 3-1 loss against Watford on September 18. The former Chelsea boss claimed that Rooney still remains the leader of the team, and that it is only normal for a player to be disappointed to lose his place in the side. (more...)
Cibulkova Stuns Kerber In Thrilling WTA Finals Final
- October 31, 2016
She got the No. 1 spot and held on to it. Kerber settled her nerves getting on the board and securing the break back only for Cibulkova to burn her again. Kerber's long-time coach, Torben Beltz, might also welcome the opportunity to shave - the 39-year-old has observed a ritual of letting his beard grow as long as his protégé is still in a tournament. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
She got the No. 1 spot and held on to it. Kerber settled her nerves getting on the board and securing the break back only for Cibulkova to burn her again. Kerber's long-time coach, Torben Beltz, might also welcome the opportunity to shave - the 39-year-old has observed a ritual of letting his beard grow as long as his protégé is still in a tournament. (more...)
SNF Open Thread: Philadelphia Eagles at Dallas Cowboys
- October 31, 2016
Eagles first-year head coach Doug Pederson says he could envision Wentz vs. Prescott becoming one of the NFL's premier match ups for years to come. "He's got [running back] Ezekiel Elliott ". Wentz will have more time this Sunday to find his receivers. The Cowboys went three-and-out thereafter, but so did the Eagles. The Eagles won last week at home but before that lost back-to-back road games. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
Eagles first-year head coach Doug Pederson says he could envision Wentz vs. Prescott becoming one of the NFL's premier match ups for years to come. "He's got [running back] Ezekiel Elliott ". Wentz will have more time this Sunday to find his receivers. The Cowboys went three-and-out thereafter, but so did the Eagles. The Eagles won last week at home but before that lost back-to-back road games. (more...)
Karlberg outshines stellar field for Shanghai lead
- October 31, 2016
McIlroy's round was eclipsed by runaway leader Hideki Matsuyama who followed his opening 66 with a best-of-the-day 65 that contained nine birdies to open a three-shot advantage on 13-under par. I need to make some adjustments", said Matsuyama. He missed the cut two weeks ago in the season-opening Safeway Open. "I have been playing well but today I hit some good second shots and made some putts and that's what made the round score well for me". (more...)
- October 31, 2016
McIlroy's round was eclipsed by runaway leader Hideki Matsuyama who followed his opening 66 with a best-of-the-day 65 that contained nine birdies to open a three-shot advantage on 13-under par. I need to make some adjustments", said Matsuyama. He missed the cut two weeks ago in the season-opening Safeway Open. "I have been playing well but today I hit some good second shots and made some putts and that's what made the round score well for me". (more...)
Montreal beats DC United to advance in MLS Cup Playoffs
- October 31, 2016
The return leg will be played in New Jersey on November 6. Montreal's game plan worked out perfectly, though. The signs pointed to a hard evening for the Impact , who had never tasted victory (0-2-3) at RFK Stadium in MLS. area. Damari will be unavailable for the second leg. That doesn't mean the Red Bulls have to blow things up. The hope is that they will be able to permanently transfer Luciano Acosta in for Boca Juniors, and that all the pieces that came together in the summer will ... (more...)
- October 31, 2016
The return leg will be played in New Jersey on November 6. Montreal's game plan worked out perfectly, though. The signs pointed to a hard evening for the Impact , who had never tasted victory (0-2-3) at RFK Stadium in MLS. area. Damari will be unavailable for the second leg. That doesn't mean the Red Bulls have to blow things up. The hope is that they will be able to permanently transfer Luciano Acosta in for Boca Juniors, and that all the pieces that came together in the summer will ... (more...)
3 reasons the Patriots will beat the Steelers on Sunday
- October 31, 2016
The Steelers , meanwhile, have to find a way to keep pace with quarterback Landry Jones making his third career start. "I'm not sure what (Suh) was thinking", said Steelers right guard David DeCastro, who was engaged with Suh on the play. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
The Steelers , meanwhile, have to find a way to keep pace with quarterback Landry Jones making his third career start. "I'm not sure what (Suh) was thinking", said Steelers right guard David DeCastro, who was engaged with Suh on the play. (more...)
China's Shanshan Feng wins Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia
- October 31, 2016
Feng, the champion in 2014, had finished 17 holes on Saturday before play was called, and she parred the final hole Sunday morning for a third-round 64 marked by six birdies and an eagle. Shanshan Feng has gone from a niche-sport standout to a star in China. "Really clumsy double", Ko said. "It was really good, and obviously all the best to him when he goes back to his player". (more...)
- October 31, 2016
Feng, the champion in 2014, had finished 17 holes on Saturday before play was called, and she parred the final hole Sunday morning for a third-round 64 marked by six birdies and an eagle. Shanshan Feng has gone from a niche-sport standout to a star in China. "Really clumsy double", Ko said. "It was really good, and obviously all the best to him when he goes back to his player". (more...)
Drivers question why Hamilton not penalized on 1st turn
- October 31, 2016
Rosberg, victor of nine races to Hamilton's seven so far this season, was seventh on the morning timesheets and 0.759 off Hamilton's pace but moved up to third in the afternoon - albeit still 0.431 slower than his team mate. He was second to Rosberg here in 2015 - but in a dead rubber having already secured the championship. Although he was briefly ahead, he could not stop in time and ran wide, sliding thrillingly across the track on opposite steering lock, and Rosberg regained the place. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
Rosberg, victor of nine races to Hamilton's seven so far this season, was seventh on the morning timesheets and 0.759 off Hamilton's pace but moved up to third in the afternoon - albeit still 0.431 slower than his team mate. He was second to Rosberg here in 2015 - but in a dead rubber having already secured the championship. Although he was briefly ahead, he could not stop in time and ran wide, sliding thrillingly across the track on opposite steering lock, and Rosberg regained the place. (more...)
Lewis Hamilton claims 51st victory in Mexico ahead of Nico Rosberg
- October 31, 2016
My Q2 lap was really good and felt quick but I just couldn't find the same grip levels in Q3 which meant I was slightly slower. But otherwise two-time defending champion Hamilton was untroubled in the 71-lap race at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez with Rosberg limiting his losses with second place. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
My Q2 lap was really good and felt quick but I just couldn't find the same grip levels in Q3 which meant I was slightly slower. But otherwise two-time defending champion Hamilton was untroubled in the 71-lap race at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez with Rosberg limiting his losses with second place. (more...)
Saints bench Mark Ingram but still run down exhausted Seahawks D
- October 31, 2016
The Seattle market hasn't been able to totally buck the trend. For quite a while in this game, it appeared that the Seahawks' defense would prevail. Wil Lutz kicked four field goals for the Saints, including from 53 and 41 yards. Thomas found the pigskin and delivered it to the end zone. Christine Michael scored a second-quarter touchdown as Seattle opened up a 14-3 lead in the first half. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
The Seattle market hasn't been able to totally buck the trend. For quite a while in this game, it appeared that the Seahawks' defense would prevail. Wil Lutz kicked four field goals for the Saints, including from 53 and 41 yards. Thomas found the pigskin and delivered it to the end zone. Christine Michael scored a second-quarter touchdown as Seattle opened up a 14-3 lead in the first half. (more...)
Bangladesh fall just short of historic Test win over England
- October 31, 2016
At stumps, debutant Sabbir Rahman and Taijul Islam were batting at their respective scores of 59 and 11. He was stumped by three yards to depart for 31, and when the nightwatchman Shafiul Islam slogged an Adil Rashid legbreak to mid-on for 2, the door was flapping open for Stokes to kick through the tail. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
At stumps, debutant Sabbir Rahman and Taijul Islam were batting at their respective scores of 59 and 11. He was stumped by three yards to depart for 31, and when the nightwatchman Shafiul Islam slogged an Adil Rashid legbreak to mid-on for 2, the door was flapping open for Stokes to kick through the tail. (more...)
Westbrook gets another triple-double, Thunder beat Lakers
- October 31, 2016
They square off with the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday and then the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. The Lakers had 22 turnovers, which Oklahoma City turned into 26 points, and shot 40.2 percent. Westbrook returned from a rest with 8:50 remaining and the Thunder trailing 89-81. His 3-pointer from a couple of feet behind the arc gave the Rockets their first double-digit lead at 77-67 in the final minute of the third. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
They square off with the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday and then the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. The Lakers had 22 turnovers, which Oklahoma City turned into 26 points, and shot 40.2 percent. Westbrook returned from a rest with 8:50 remaining and the Thunder trailing 89-81. His 3-pointer from a couple of feet behind the arc gave the Rockets their first double-digit lead at 77-67 in the final minute of the third. (more...)
Hamilton wins Mexican Grand Prix in chase to catch Rosberg
- October 31, 2016
And while using coarse language to describe Verstappen, Vettel also hit out at Whiting, the Englishman who has been the sport's race director for almost 20 years. I was disappointed when I crossed the line but then I'm on the podium". Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen was sixth, Nico Hulkenberg seventh for Force India and the Williams pairing of Valtteri Bottas and Felipe Massa eighth and ninth. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
And while using coarse language to describe Verstappen, Vettel also hit out at Whiting, the Englishman who has been the sport's race director for almost 20 years. I was disappointed when I crossed the line but then I'm on the podium". Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen was sixth, Nico Hulkenberg seventh for Force India and the Williams pairing of Valtteri Bottas and Felipe Massa eighth and ninth. (more...)
Bangladesh secures 1st win vs England with 108-run victory
- October 31, 2016
Bangladesh stunned test elite England bowling them out in a dramatic final session of 22.3 overs on the 3rd day featuring six wickets by Miraz to secure their glorious Test victory over Englishmen to level the series 1-1 after conceding a close 22-run defeat in the first Test in Chittagong from nearly winning position. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
Bangladesh stunned test elite England bowling them out in a dramatic final session of 22.3 overs on the 3rd day featuring six wickets by Miraz to secure their glorious Test victory over Englishmen to level the series 1-1 after conceding a close 22-run defeat in the first Test in Chittagong from nearly winning position. (more...)
We Were Fantastic - Manchester United Assistant Taking Positives From Burnley Draw
- October 31, 2016
We created 20 or 22 chances, we controlled the game for 90 minutes and to not score is unbelievable. Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho was "happy" with his team's performance against Burnley, despite their Premier League winless run extending to four games. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
We created 20 or 22 chances, we controlled the game for 90 minutes and to not score is unbelievable. Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho was "happy" with his team's performance against Burnley, despite their Premier League winless run extending to four games. (more...)
Hideki Matsuyama surges to three-shot WGC lead in Shanghai
- October 31, 2016
Matsuyama, who is a career-high 10th in the world after finishing second and first in his last two events, had 10 birdies and four bogeys in an opening 66 and added four more birdies and two bogeys in a front nine of 34. McIlroy also started on the 10th and ended a run of six straight pars with a birdie on the 16th, although even that was something of a disappointment after driving the green on the short par four and missing from eight feet for an eagle. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
Matsuyama, who is a career-high 10th in the world after finishing second and first in his last two events, had 10 birdies and four bogeys in an opening 66 and added four more birdies and two bogeys in a front nine of 34. McIlroy also started on the 10th and ended a run of six straight pars with a birdie on the 16th, although even that was something of a disappointment after driving the green on the short par four and missing from eight feet for an eagle. (more...)
Redskins, Bengals battle to 27-27 tie in London
- October 31, 2016
The last time games ended in ties in consecutive weeks happened in 1997, when the Ravens and Eagles tied at 10 on November 16 and Washington and the Giants tied at seven on November 23. After combining to gain almost 1,000 yards and throw almost 100 passes, the 27-27 stalemate certainly ranks as one of the more memorable affairs in the decade the National Football League has been hosting regular-season games in the United Kingdom. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
The last time games ended in ties in consecutive weeks happened in 1997, when the Ravens and Eagles tied at 10 on November 16 and Washington and the Giants tied at seven on November 23. After combining to gain almost 1,000 yards and throw almost 100 passes, the 27-27 stalemate certainly ranks as one of the more memorable affairs in the decade the National Football League has been hosting regular-season games in the United Kingdom. (more...)
West Ham take steps to prevent crowd trouble at London Stadium
- October 31, 2016
Conte was reported to have banned the consumption of pizza and ketchup, among other things, from the club's training ground at the start of the season but suggested that his input has been based more on the drawing-up of guidelines within which players can monitor their eating habits. (more...)
- October 31, 2016
Conte was reported to have banned the consumption of pizza and ketchup, among other things, from the club's training ground at the start of the season but suggested that his input has been based more on the drawing-up of guidelines within which players can monitor their eating habits. (more...)
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