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Tiger Woods decides to sit out another Masters
- April 02, 2017
The fact that Tiger Woods won't play the Masters is hardly a shock given that he hasn't played competitively since withdrawing from Dubai in February. "That, along with some reports that he was still stiff [and] walking similar to what we saw in Dubai, all of that put together adds up to the fact that I'm not surprised [by Woods' Masters withdrawal]", Rosaforte added. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
The fact that Tiger Woods won't play the Masters is hardly a shock given that he hasn't played competitively since withdrawing from Dubai in February. "That, along with some reports that he was still stiff [and] walking similar to what we saw in Dubai, all of that put together adds up to the fact that I'm not surprised [by Woods' Masters withdrawal]", Rosaforte added. (more...)
Roger Goodell says National Football League still opposed to legalized sports betting
- April 02, 2017
The team will stay in Oakland for the next two seasons, and possibly a third, as it waits for a $1.9 billion domed stadium to be built in Las Vegas. "I feel bad for the city of Oakland", he said . Aside from losing the team, Green doesn't think a franchise like the Raiders should be moved out of the metropolitan area of their city. No more. In the past 14 months, the Rams have left St. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
The team will stay in Oakland for the next two seasons, and possibly a third, as it waits for a $1.9 billion domed stadium to be built in Las Vegas. "I feel bad for the city of Oakland", he said . Aside from losing the team, Green doesn't think a franchise like the Raiders should be moved out of the metropolitan area of their city. No more. In the past 14 months, the Rams have left St. (more...)
Unfinished: Tar Heels, Oregon try to get it right this time
- April 02, 2017
The matchup between Jackson and Dillon Brooks is going to be a good one, as Brooks was able to take away Kansas star Josh Jackson in the Elite Eight to help the Ducks punch their ticket to the Final Four for the first time since winning the national title in 1939. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
The matchup between Jackson and Dillon Brooks is going to be a good one, as Brooks was able to take away Kansas star Josh Jackson in the Elite Eight to help the Ducks punch their ticket to the Final Four for the first time since winning the national title in 1939. (more...)
Waugh wants same XI for fourth Test
- April 02, 2017
Kohli, who injured his shoulder during the drawn third Test in Ranchi , said he would undergo fitness tests before taking a final call on whether to take the field in the fourth and final Test which begins on Saturday. "We've got to play well this week and hopefully win the series here but we'll do that by doing the things that we've done well in this series so far and just doing it for just a little bit longer". (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Kohli, who injured his shoulder during the drawn third Test in Ranchi , said he would undergo fitness tests before taking a final call on whether to take the field in the fourth and final Test which begins on Saturday. "We've got to play well this week and hopefully win the series here but we'll do that by doing the things that we've done well in this series so far and just doing it for just a little bit longer". (more...)
Previewing the Shell Houston Open; The field, course and predictions
- April 02, 2017
Here are my power rankings for the week. We feel limiting your big name players and leaning more heavily on guys needing to win to get into The Masters is the best way to build your DraftKings lineup this week. Perth veteran Greg Chalmers is among the 115 golfers still vying for Augusta's last invite, which is afforded to the Houston Open victor. The young phenom played extremely well last week, and was just shy of finishing a fantastic comeback in the championship match against Johnson. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Here are my power rankings for the week. We feel limiting your big name players and leaning more heavily on guys needing to win to get into The Masters is the best way to build your DraftKings lineup this week. Perth veteran Greg Chalmers is among the 115 golfers still vying for Augusta's last invite, which is afforded to the Houston Open victor. The young phenom played extremely well last week, and was just shy of finishing a fantastic comeback in the championship match against Johnson. (more...)
Pulisic a marked man warns U.S. coach Arena
- April 02, 2017
At 34 years old, Dempsey may not have another chance at a World Cup beyond 2018. "I think Panama thought there was a bull's-eye on his back, and they went after him from minute 1 all the way through", US coach Bruce Arena said . The odds of making it an eighth straight weren't good after the USA lost fall qualifiers to Mexico and Costa Rica. "We gained ground on everybody other than Mexico , and Mexico right now is an outlier". (more...)
- April 02, 2017
At 34 years old, Dempsey may not have another chance at a World Cup beyond 2018. "I think Panama thought there was a bull's-eye on his back, and they went after him from minute 1 all the way through", US coach Bruce Arena said . The odds of making it an eighth straight weren't good after the USA lost fall qualifiers to Mexico and Costa Rica. "We gained ground on everybody other than Mexico , and Mexico right now is an outlier". (more...)
Jermain Defoe's England return a 'great story', says Gareth Southgate
- April 02, 2017
Southgate made a double change on the hour and the introduction of Marcus Rashford and Vardy - for Sterling and Defoe - paid dividends six minutes later when Vardy finished well after a sublime Lallana touch had turned a Kyle Walker pass into the path of the Leicester striker. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Southgate made a double change on the hour and the introduction of Marcus Rashford and Vardy - for Sterling and Defoe - paid dividends six minutes later when Vardy finished well after a sublime Lallana touch had turned a Kyle Walker pass into the path of the Leicester striker. (more...)
Lakers shut down rookie Zubac for season with ankle sprain
- April 02, 2017
Fortunately for the rookie and the Lakers coaching staff, it appears his season won't come to an end prematurely and he'll be able to get back track. The sophomore has found his scoring rhythm over his last five games, averaging 24.6 points on 48.8 percent shooting while also averaging 5.6 assists and 3.4 3-pointers. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Fortunately for the rookie and the Lakers coaching staff, it appears his season won't come to an end prematurely and he'll be able to get back track. The sophomore has found his scoring rhythm over his last five games, averaging 24.6 points on 48.8 percent shooting while also averaging 5.6 assists and 3.4 3-pointers. (more...)
Miami Open: Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal in last eight
- April 02, 2017
The Japanese second seed took the first set before seeing world number 57 Federico Delbonis fight back to level the contest. The 35-year-old Swiss tennis great, who routed Berdych 6-2, 6-4, 6-4 in the third round in Melbourne in January, got an early break of serve on Stadium court and a second one on an outrageous, high-lofted drop shot that the surprised Berdych did not even try to track down. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
The Japanese second seed took the first set before seeing world number 57 Federico Delbonis fight back to level the contest. The 35-year-old Swiss tennis great, who routed Berdych 6-2, 6-4, 6-4 in the third round in Melbourne in January, got an early break of serve on Stadium court and a second one on an outrageous, high-lofted drop shot that the surprised Berdych did not even try to track down. (more...)
Bizarre Cristiano Ronaldo bust overshadows airport naming ceremony
- April 02, 2017
Madeira airport, the birthplace of Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo , was renamed today in honor of the quadruple Ballon d'or and captain of the Portuguese team sacred European champion last summer. The strangeness of the bust was accentuated when it was Photoshopped onto a picture of Ronaldo's actual body. Ronaldo also attended the ceremony, but did not show any signs of being bothered by the odd look of his newly unveiled bust. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Madeira airport, the birthplace of Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo , was renamed today in honor of the quadruple Ballon d'or and captain of the Portuguese team sacred European champion last summer. The strangeness of the bust was accentuated when it was Photoshopped onto a picture of Ronaldo's actual body. Ronaldo also attended the ceremony, but did not show any signs of being bothered by the odd look of his newly unveiled bust. (more...)
Will Warriors upset Spurs in rematch? NBA Predictions 3/29/17
- April 02, 2017
Golden State has seven winning streaks of at least seven games in three seasons under Kerr. The Warriors finished with 1,077 per game last season - and by the way, have 897 this year and are on pace to knock down 980 this year. Averaging 31.8 points, 10.6 rebounds and 10.4 assists, Westbrook is trying to become the first National Basketball Association player to average a triple-double for a season since Oscar Robertson accomplished the feat in 1961-62. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Golden State has seven winning streaks of at least seven games in three seasons under Kerr. The Warriors finished with 1,077 per game last season - and by the way, have 897 this year and are on pace to knock down 980 this year. Averaging 31.8 points, 10.6 rebounds and 10.4 assists, Westbrook is trying to become the first National Basketball Association player to average a triple-double for a season since Oscar Robertson accomplished the feat in 1961-62. (more...)
Lack of seniors could cause Michigan State to struggle vs
- April 02, 2017
Miami's young players have made an impact all season, but it was Michigan State's freshmen that fueled the Spartans comeback. And the mojo continued for Michigan State as it opened the second half, when the game turned into a laugher. The Hurricanes led by 12 points in easy fashion. Michigan State's win over the Hurricanes improved the school to 14-10 in the NCAA Tournament as a lower seed under Izzo. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Miami's young players have made an impact all season, but it was Michigan State's freshmen that fueled the Spartans comeback. And the mojo continued for Michigan State as it opened the second half, when the game turned into a laugher. The Hurricanes led by 12 points in easy fashion. Michigan State's win over the Hurricanes improved the school to 14-10 in the NCAA Tournament as a lower seed under Izzo. (more...)
Huskies have all the pieces to start another long streak
- April 02, 2017
SC head coach Dawn Stanley answers a question during a news conference at the women's Final Four college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 1, 2017 , in Dallas . One of the biggest concerns all season for UConn was execution down the stretch under fire, especially if games got close. Mississippi State felt the pressure when UConn rallied back with a 12-0 run in the first half. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
SC head coach Dawn Stanley answers a question during a news conference at the women's Final Four college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 1, 2017 , in Dallas . One of the biggest concerns all season for UConn was execution down the stretch under fire, especially if games got close. Mississippi State felt the pressure when UConn rallied back with a 12-0 run in the first half. (more...)
Jason Day undecided about Masters bid
- April 02, 2017
Day finished tied for 10th at last year's Masters. While Smith is searching for his second Masters start after making the cut on debut in 2015 Robert Allenby will be hoping for a 13 chance. He's the guy to beat. And it's going to be very hard at this point, considering he was No1 and he's won two World Golf Championships in two starts. "So, that side of things, getting No1 isn't the pressure that I feel, but that's the only way to really take big strides towards him because I don't think ... (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Day finished tied for 10th at last year's Masters. While Smith is searching for his second Masters start after making the cut on debut in 2015 Robert Allenby will be hoping for a 13 chance. He's the guy to beat. And it's going to be very hard at this point, considering he was No1 and he's won two World Golf Championships in two starts. "So, that side of things, getting No1 isn't the pressure that I feel, but that's the only way to really take big strides towards him because I don't think ... (more...)
Bulls Beat Cavs 99-93
- April 02, 2017
Portland improved to 37-38 and climbed 1 1/2 games ahead of idle Denver in their battle for the eighth and final postseason spot in the Western Conference. The Chicago Bulls have had a maddening season, but you still can't beat them Thursday nights at home on TNT. And Rudy Gobert completely controlled the game defensively with four blocks and 19 rebounds, nearly as many as the Wizards had as a team (28). (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Portland improved to 37-38 and climbed 1 1/2 games ahead of idle Denver in their battle for the eighth and final postseason spot in the Western Conference. The Chicago Bulls have had a maddening season, but you still can't beat them Thursday nights at home on TNT. And Rudy Gobert completely controlled the game defensively with four blocks and 19 rebounds, nearly as many as the Wizards had as a team (28). (more...)
Roger Federer's march continues but in-form Nick Kyrgios awaits in Miami
- April 02, 2017
Venus' opponent Thursday night will be No. 10 Johanna Konta , who became the first British woman to reach a semifinal at Key Biscayne by beating No. 3 Simona Halep 3-6, 7-6 (7), 6-2. "I definitely got very lucky at the end". "This is one of the few tournaments where I've never made a finals", Wozniacki said. Federer let some sloppiness creep into his game and was broken when serving for the match at 5-3 before failing to convert on match-point in the next game. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Venus' opponent Thursday night will be No. 10 Johanna Konta , who became the first British woman to reach a semifinal at Key Biscayne by beating No. 3 Simona Halep 3-6, 7-6 (7), 6-2. "I definitely got very lucky at the end". "This is one of the few tournaments where I've never made a finals", Wozniacki said. Federer let some sloppiness creep into his game and was broken when serving for the match at 5-3 before failing to convert on match-point in the next game. (more...)
Tony Pulis remains wary of Manchester United threat despite absentee list
- April 02, 2017
United will be without both defenders for tomorrow's Premier League clash against West Brom , while midfielder Paul Pogba and captain Wayne Rooney are also on the treatment table. United have nine games in April that will go a long way to deciding whether they qualify for next season's Champions League. "It's lovely to have that record - two of the last three - but we'll need a bit of fortune again". (more...)
- April 02, 2017
United will be without both defenders for tomorrow's Premier League clash against West Brom , while midfielder Paul Pogba and captain Wayne Rooney are also on the treatment table. United have nine games in April that will go a long way to deciding whether they qualify for next season's Champions League. "It's lovely to have that record - two of the last three - but we'll need a bit of fortune again". (more...)
Venus Williams beats No. 1 Kerber in Miami Open quarters
- April 02, 2017
Halep, who saved a match point in her win over Sam Stosur in the previous round, edged an even first set thanks to a lone break of the Konta serve, but struggled at the start of the second as Konta took control. "She was also playing very well, so it was both ends of the spectrum. I know that will be my challenge on Saturday", she said. Konta pounced on the Romanian's evident emotional fragility and made the most of her opponent's 41 unforced errors . (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Halep, who saved a match point in her win over Sam Stosur in the previous round, edged an even first set thanks to a lone break of the Konta serve, but struggled at the start of the second as Konta took control. "She was also playing very well, so it was both ends of the spectrum. I know that will be my challenge on Saturday", she said. Konta pounced on the Romanian's evident emotional fragility and made the most of her opponent's 41 unforced errors . (more...)
Players showed character, maturity in Test series, says Kohli
- April 02, 2017
Kohli also spoke about his injury, which he got during the third Test while fielding in the first innings. Lokesh Rahul celebrates India's Test and trophy win after posting his sixth half-century of the series. "It was a very well-fought series and we had to enjoy after long and successful season", Rahane said. "I thought he did a terrific job". Virat Kohli had stopped short of calling Steve Smith a cheat for his "DRS Brain Fade" moment after which a section of Australian cricketers and ... (more...)
- April 02, 2017
Kohli also spoke about his injury, which he got during the third Test while fielding in the first innings. Lokesh Rahul celebrates India's Test and trophy win after posting his sixth half-century of the series. "It was a very well-fought series and we had to enjoy after long and successful season", Rahane said. "I thought he did a terrific job". Virat Kohli had stopped short of calling Steve Smith a cheat for his "DRS Brain Fade" moment after which a section of Australian cricketers and ... (more...)
Smith disappointed by BCCI for uploading Jadeja-Wade chat
- April 02, 2017
With 405 runs at a healthy average of 57.85, Cheteshwar Pujara emerged as the best Indian batsman in the just-concluded Test series against Australia while Ravindra Jadeja was hands down victor among the bowlers with 25 scalps. The three-Test series against New Zealand saw Jadeja finish with 14 wickets, a distant second to Ashwin's 27 which fashioned the whitewash. Jadeja celebrated his second successive fifty with his trademark twirling of the bat held like a sword. (more...)
- April 02, 2017
With 405 runs at a healthy average of 57.85, Cheteshwar Pujara emerged as the best Indian batsman in the just-concluded Test series against Australia while Ravindra Jadeja was hands down victor among the bowlers with 25 scalps. The three-Test series against New Zealand saw Jadeja finish with 14 wickets, a distant second to Ashwin's 27 which fashioned the whitewash. Jadeja celebrated his second successive fifty with his trademark twirling of the bat held like a sword. (more...)
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