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Willett withdraws from Players with back injury
- May 24, 2017
He admits he can not hit many balls on the range and only managed nine practice holes before he played at the Masters last month. Newly-crowned Masters champion Sergio Garcia had a hole-in-one at the notorious par three 17th, but it only hauled him back to one-over par, alongside McIlroy and Jordan Spieth, while Ireland's Shane Lowry has work to do after a 74. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
He admits he can not hit many balls on the range and only managed nine practice holes before he played at the Masters last month. Newly-crowned Masters champion Sergio Garcia had a hole-in-one at the notorious par three 17th, but it only hauled him back to one-over par, alongside McIlroy and Jordan Spieth, while Ireland's Shane Lowry has work to do after a 74. (more...)
Cavs send Celtics to record loss, lead series 2-0
- May 24, 2017
The Cavs are ahead in the series , 3-1. Like I said, he was excited with the way that we played. Irving piled on 21 points in the third period as Cleveland turned their 10-point half-time deficit into an 87-80 lead at the end of the third quarter. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The Cavs are ahead in the series , 3-1. Like I said, he was excited with the way that we played. Irving piled on 21 points in the third period as Cleveland turned their 10-point half-time deficit into an 87-80 lead at the end of the third quarter. (more...)
Manchester City secure third spot with five-star performance at Watford
- May 24, 2017
The other teams can not compete. The city is reeling from shock and sadness, but Manchester United will still contest Wednesday's Europa League final against Ajax in Stockholm after UEFA played down the security threat following Monday's bomb attack in Manchester. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The other teams can not compete. The city is reeling from shock and sadness, but Manchester United will still contest Wednesday's Europa League final against Ajax in Stockholm after UEFA played down the security threat following Monday's bomb attack in Manchester. (more...)
Liverpool deserve Champions League football, says beaming Klopp
- May 24, 2017
Jurgen Klopp said in his post-match press conference, "We are Liverpool ". The Gunners may have come up short in the Premier League, but could yet win what would be a third FA Cup in four seasons when they take on holders Chelsea at Wembley on Saturday . (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Jurgen Klopp said in his post-match press conference, "We are Liverpool ". The Gunners may have come up short in the Premier League, but could yet win what would be a third FA Cup in four seasons when they take on holders Chelsea at Wembley on Saturday . (more...)
Chelsea's Conte named Manager of the Year: LMA
- May 24, 2017
I hope to deserve this. "The most important thing was winning the 30 games, we took that very seriously so we're really happy". Having arrived at Stamford Bridge following the end of Euro 2016, Conte has made an instant impact with his managerial skills and that he will now aim to add another trophy in his account when Chelsea face Arsenal in the FA Cup final on Saturday. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
I hope to deserve this. "The most important thing was winning the 30 games, we took that very seriously so we're really happy". Having arrived at Stamford Bridge following the end of Euro 2016, Conte has made an instant impact with his managerial skills and that he will now aim to add another trophy in his account when Chelsea face Arsenal in the FA Cup final on Saturday. (more...)
NBA No blame for LeBron after Celtics no-show, says Cavaliers coach Lue
- May 24, 2017
It was James' lowest point total in the playoffs since he scored seven for Miami in the 2014 conference finals against in, and before Boston's comeback, James was 49-0 in playoff games his team led by at last 20 points. "We have to go in there with the "bunker mentality' as we had in Games 1 and 2 to go out and do what we do". But this to me was a flawless example [of the Cavs saying] 'We're going to win the series. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
It was James' lowest point total in the playoffs since he scored seven for Miami in the 2014 conference finals against in, and before Boston's comeback, James was 49-0 in playoff games his team led by at last 20 points. "We have to go in there with the "bunker mentality' as we had in Games 1 and 2 to go out and do what we do". But this to me was a flawless example [of the Cavs saying] 'We're going to win the series. (more...)
Greinke whiffs 12 in 8 2/3, Diamondbacks beat White Sox 5-1
- May 24, 2017
But tonight, the Chicago White Sox first baseman entered three-digit home run territory. Last season, Corbin started 24 games and compiled a 5-13 record with a 5.15 ERA. "Those guys are armed and ready". He struck out seven without issuing a walk in the first four innings. He will be evaluated further on Wednesday. Neither team threatened until the Diamondbacks fourth. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
But tonight, the Chicago White Sox first baseman entered three-digit home run territory. Last season, Corbin started 24 games and compiled a 5-13 record with a 5.15 ERA. "Those guys are armed and ready". He struck out seven without issuing a walk in the first four innings. He will be evaluated further on Wednesday. Neither team threatened until the Diamondbacks fourth. (more...)
Sharapova: 'I will rise up again'
- May 24, 2017
The Russian, a two-time champion at Roland Garros , was informed that her request for entry into the forthcoming grand slam following her recent return from a drugs ban had been rejected on Tuesday. Giuidicelli explained the decision in a live broadcast on Facebook, saying: "There can be a wildcard for return from injuries; there cannot be a wildcard for return from doping". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The Russian, a two-time champion at Roland Garros , was informed that her request for entry into the forthcoming grand slam following her recent return from a drugs ban had been rejected on Tuesday. Giuidicelli explained the decision in a live broadcast on Facebook, saying: "There can be a wildcard for return from injuries; there cannot be a wildcard for return from doping". (more...)
Ajax boss Peter Bosz: Europa League final has lost its glow
- May 24, 2017
Ahead of the showdown between Ajax and Manchester United , daily fantasy football game www.oulala.com have analysed the player performance data from this season's competition to form a combined XI based purely on statistics. UEFA says "the opening ceremony will also be considerably reduced" in Stockholm after the attack on Monday in Manchester. United finished sixth in the Premier League , but are one win away from the Champions League as they take on Ajax in Wednesday's ... (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Ahead of the showdown between Ajax and Manchester United , daily fantasy football game www.oulala.com have analysed the player performance data from this season's competition to form a combined XI based purely on statistics. UEFA says "the opening ceremony will also be considerably reduced" in Stockholm after the attack on Monday in Manchester. United finished sixth in the Premier League , but are one win away from the Champions League as they take on Ajax in Wednesday's ... (more...)
Minute silence at Europa League final after Manchester bomb
- May 24, 2017
United face Ajax in the Europa League final in Stockholm on Thursday (AEST) and held a minute's silence ahead of their final training session before the match at their Carrington base. Manchester United will be without the injured Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Luke Shaw, Marcus Rojo and Ashley Young, while Eric Bailly is suspended. Ajax's mix of home-grown talent and bargain basement - by current European standards - signings is also familiar. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
United face Ajax in the Europa League final in Stockholm on Thursday (AEST) and held a minute's silence ahead of their final training session before the match at their Carrington base. Manchester United will be without the injured Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Luke Shaw, Marcus Rojo and Ashley Young, while Eric Bailly is suspended. Ajax's mix of home-grown talent and bargain basement - by current European standards - signings is also familiar. (more...)
Antonio Conte gets top prize at League Managers Association awards
- May 24, 2017
The timing of the substitution was Terry's idea and he told Sky Sports after the match that he had to persuade Antonio Conte over the idea. FA rules on match fixing state: "Fixing is arranging in advance the result or conduct of a match or competition, or any event within a match or competition". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The timing of the substitution was Terry's idea and he told Sky Sports after the match that he had to persuade Antonio Conte over the idea. FA rules on match fixing state: "Fixing is arranging in advance the result or conduct of a match or competition, or any event within a match or competition". (more...)
Hoffman's goal helps Senators beat Penguins to force Game 7
- May 24, 2017
Anybody and everybody who watched Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final - or two periods of Game 6 - might have disagreed. Players thought the practice, as well as an encouraging chat beforehand, helped wipe the slate clean as they prepare for an elimination game. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Anybody and everybody who watched Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final - or two periods of Game 6 - might have disagreed. Players thought the practice, as well as an encouraging chat beforehand, helped wipe the slate clean as they prepare for an elimination game. (more...)
Andy Murray states his prediction for Stoke v Arsenal
- May 24, 2017
Asked about Wenger's side finding their form at the right time , Mustafi replied: "Well I wish we found that before". "It was a very even game in the first half but in the second half I felt we took over and created many opportunities to score". (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Asked about Wenger's side finding their form at the right time , Mustafi replied: "Well I wish we found that before". "It was a very even game in the first half but in the second half I felt we took over and created many opportunities to score". (more...)
Ander Herrera says Ibrahimovic can help Manchester United to Europa League win
- May 24, 2017
Zlatan Ibrahimovic sent social media into meltdown on Saturday after appearing to suggest he could play some part in Manchester United's Europa League final clash with Ajax . Zlatan is here to help, Ash is also here to help. The Spain worldwide pipped top scorer Zlatan Ibrahimovic and world record signing Paul Pogba to United's Player of the Season award in his third campaign at the club, in which he has grown into one of Mourinho's most loyal disciples. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Zlatan Ibrahimovic sent social media into meltdown on Saturday after appearing to suggest he could play some part in Manchester United's Europa League final clash with Ajax . Zlatan is here to help, Ash is also here to help. The Spain worldwide pipped top scorer Zlatan Ibrahimovic and world record signing Paul Pogba to United's Player of the Season award in his third campaign at the club, in which he has grown into one of Mourinho's most loyal disciples. (more...)
Inside Pictures: A-list celebs at Zaheer Khan and Sagarika Ghatge's engagement
- May 24, 2017
Anushka was dressed in black and Virat in white shirt and black trouser. Zaheer Khan put up an engagement post last month with a caption, Never laugh at your wife's choices. Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali Tendulkar joined the couple in their celebrations. Mohammad Kaif too uploaded pictures on his Twitter account wishing the couple. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Anushka was dressed in black and Virat in white shirt and black trouser. Zaheer Khan put up an engagement post last month with a caption, Never laugh at your wife's choices. Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali Tendulkar joined the couple in their celebrations. Mohammad Kaif too uploaded pictures on his Twitter account wishing the couple. (more...)
UK PM May says threat level raised to "critical" after Manchester attack
- May 24, 2017
At least one of the fatalities was an eight-year-old child, he said, underscoring the "severe security threat" the country faced. Raising the level to critical means that military personnel could be deployed to support armed police officers. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
At least one of the fatalities was an eight-year-old child, he said, underscoring the "severe security threat" the country faced. Raising the level to critical means that military personnel could be deployed to support armed police officers. (more...)
Ander Herrera talks about how Jose Mourinho has evolved his game
- May 24, 2017
If Manchester United are successful in their Europa League final against Ajax , they'll also have the Super Cup against either Real Madrid or Juventus to contend with on August 8th. "They have been so good to us in not the best moments, I imagine myself in the best moments and it will be insane". It's been a different approach and a new stage after Sir Alex Ferguson . (more...)
- May 24, 2017
If Manchester United are successful in their Europa League final against Ajax , they'll also have the Super Cup against either Real Madrid or Juventus to contend with on August 8th. "They have been so good to us in not the best moments, I imagine myself in the best moments and it will be insane". It's been a different approach and a new stage after Sir Alex Ferguson . (more...)
IPL 2017: Virender Sehwag slams Glenn Maxwell after exit
- May 24, 2017
But, whatever be the result one thing is sure that the team that loses this one will have one more opportunity to play in the final. Stokes flew back to the United Kingdom after the final league game of the Indian Premier League season, in order to prepare for an ODI series against South Africa and then the ICC Champions Trophy. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
But, whatever be the result one thing is sure that the team that loses this one will have one more opportunity to play in the final. Stokes flew back to the United Kingdom after the final league game of the Indian Premier League season, in order to prepare for an ODI series against South Africa and then the ICC Champions Trophy. (more...)
Kyrie Irving (42 points) saves Cavaliers, Celtics can't hold 16-point lead
- May 24, 2017
The sloppiness from the second half of Game 3 carried over to the first quarter. The teams now travel back to Boston for game five of the series on Friday (NZ time). If his third one looked a little iffy, allegedly tagging Marcus Smart in the follow-through of a corner 3-pointer, his fourth was straight runaway truck, barreling over Terry Rozier on an offensive ramble. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
The sloppiness from the second half of Game 3 carried over to the first quarter. The teams now travel back to Boston for game five of the series on Friday (NZ time). If his third one looked a little iffy, allegedly tagging Marcus Smart in the follow-through of a corner 3-pointer, his fourth was straight runaway truck, barreling over Terry Rozier on an offensive ramble. (more...)
Nadal bags 5th Madrid Masters
- May 24, 2017
Nadal overpowered Djokovic from the start, and converted on his third match point to earn his first victory against the second-ranked Serb since the 2014 French Open final . With Djokovic begin to open his shoulders a little more, Nadal turned to his serve which has looked and registered a touch faster than previous year, to keep him in control while continuing to trouble the Serb on his own serve. (more...)
- May 24, 2017
Nadal overpowered Djokovic from the start, and converted on his third match point to earn his first victory against the second-ranked Serb since the 2014 French Open final . With Djokovic begin to open his shoulders a little more, Nadal turned to his serve which has looked and registered a touch faster than previous year, to keep him in control while continuing to trouble the Serb on his own serve. (more...)
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