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Never-say-die Elina Svitolina ends Petra Martic run in Paris
- June 05, 2017
The 26-year-old started the second set where she'd left off, breaking an error-strewn Svitolina to love. "I was so excited to be out there", she said. "I still can't believe that I'm sitting here", said Martic, who reached the last 16 in Paris in 2012 before falling to current world No. 1 Angelique Kerber . (more...)
- June 05, 2017
The 26-year-old started the second set where she'd left off, breaking an error-strewn Svitolina to love. "I was so excited to be out there", she said. "I still can't believe that I'm sitting here", said Martic, who reached the last 16 in Paris in 2012 before falling to current world No. 1 Angelique Kerber . (more...)
Neymar, Beckham and Hamilton courtside for NBA Finals
- June 05, 2017
Game 2 of the Finals kicks off tonight at 5:00 p.m. PDT on ABC. Smith was hardly the only Cavs shooter who looked out of sorts in Game 1. The Cleveland coach says Kerr is someone he respected even before he started coaching and is glad Golden State has its leader back. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Game 2 of the Finals kicks off tonight at 5:00 p.m. PDT on ABC. Smith was hardly the only Cavs shooter who looked out of sorts in Game 1. The Cleveland coach says Kerr is someone he respected even before he started coaching and is glad Golden State has its leader back. (more...)
Cavaliers try to adjust after Game 1 defeat
- June 05, 2017
Going into Game 3 on Wednesday, the Cavs need to decide if they can continue playing at this pace. Through two games Kerr was fine but somewhere between arriving in Portland in advance of Game 3 and the shootaround that morning Kerr started feeling bad. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Going into Game 3 on Wednesday, the Cavs need to decide if they can continue playing at this pace. Through two games Kerr was fine but somewhere between arriving in Portland in advance of Game 3 and the shootaround that morning Kerr started feeling bad. (more...)
Cristiano sings 'Ronaldo, Ballon d'Or' as Madrid celebrate Champions League triumph
- June 05, 2017
Now a four-time Champions League victor, Ronaldo finished as the competition's top scorer for the fifth season running, substantially enhancing his chances of matching fierce rival Lionel Messi's tally of five Ballon d'Or crowns."We're very happy to be the first team to win the Champions League in two consecutive years", said Ronaldo, who has now scored exactly 600 goals for club and country in his extraordinary career. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Now a four-time Champions League victor, Ronaldo finished as the competition's top scorer for the fifth season running, substantially enhancing his chances of matching fierce rival Lionel Messi's tally of five Ballon d'Or crowns."We're very happy to be the first team to win the Champions League in two consecutive years", said Ronaldo, who has now scored exactly 600 goals for club and country in his extraordinary career. (more...)
Tiger Woods steps out for first time since DUI arrest
- June 05, 2017
Woods was arrested in the early hours of Monday morning near his home in Florida after being found asleep at the wheel of his auto, the 41-year-old subsequently blaming his confused state on an "unexpected reaction" to a mix of prescription medicines. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Woods was arrested in the early hours of Monday morning near his home in Florida after being found asleep at the wheel of his auto, the 41-year-old subsequently blaming his confused state on an "unexpected reaction" to a mix of prescription medicines. (more...)
Johnson extends track record with 11th win at Dover
- June 05, 2017
He jumped - he's the leader, he's supposed to jump first. "We were trying to get them on". "I did everything I could to beat him, and I did it". Johnson won for the 11th time at Dover International Speedway . The two top rookies, Suarez and Jones , both now sit inside the top 20 of the points standings, and both have a real shout of making the playoffs - whether on points or by taking a win. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
He jumped - he's the leader, he's supposed to jump first. "We were trying to get them on". "I did everything I could to beat him, and I did it". Johnson won for the 11th time at Dover International Speedway . The two top rookies, Suarez and Jones , both now sit inside the top 20 of the points standings, and both have a real shout of making the playoffs - whether on points or by taking a win. (more...)
Racial slur sprayed on LeBron's house: 'It's tough being black in America'
- June 05, 2017
During the press conference, James expressed relief that his family was unharmed. It just goes to show racism will always be part of the world, part of America. What I don't remember learning, as a child, was that Till's mother had her son laid out in an open casket because she wanted the world to be aware of the gruesome nature of his murder. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
During the press conference, James expressed relief that his family was unharmed. It just goes to show racism will always be part of the world, part of America. What I don't remember learning, as a child, was that Till's mother had her son laid out in an open casket because she wanted the world to be aware of the gruesome nature of his murder. (more...)
'Young boy' Ronaldo still hungry for glory
- June 05, 2017
Real Madrid dominated the front and back pages of Spanish newspapers on Sunday after they beat Juventus 4-1 to win their 12th European Cup. The same applies to Andrea Barzagli , who will still be with us for at last another year. "It was crucial for our performance in the second half". "We managed to defend for 15 minutes". "You need a guy to score the goals and he did it again", said the Germany worldwide. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Real Madrid dominated the front and back pages of Spanish newspapers on Sunday after they beat Juventus 4-1 to win their 12th European Cup. The same applies to Andrea Barzagli , who will still be with us for at last another year. "It was crucial for our performance in the second half". "We managed to defend for 15 minutes". "You need a guy to score the goals and he did it again", said the Germany worldwide. (more...)
Champions Trophy: India thrashes Pakistan by 124 runs
- June 05, 2017
In the recent years, India vs Pakistan match has thrown a number of incredible moments that tell you what a match between two arch-rivals is all about. "Rohit needed runs under his belt, he's not played us for a while". The duo made 83 off 38 after the chances they got. It was clear from that decision that they didn't want to end up on the wrong side if the D/L method came into play. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
In the recent years, India vs Pakistan match has thrown a number of incredible moments that tell you what a match between two arch-rivals is all about. "Rohit needed runs under his belt, he's not played us for a while". The duo made 83 off 38 after the chances they got. It was clear from that decision that they didn't want to end up on the wrong side if the D/L method came into play. (more...)
Cavs' Lue glad Kerr back on Warriors' sideline
- June 05, 2017
Kerr said Monday that he was still not feeling well enough to coach in Thursday's game, but ESPN's Ramona Shelburne and Chris Hayes report that Kerr had improved to the point earlier this week that he was "hopeful" he'd be on the bench. Now in the NBA Finals, Walton is back with Sam Amick of USA Today reporting he watched game one of the NBA Finals in the locker room with Kerr. In his stead, acting head coach Mike Brown has led the Warriors to an 11-0 record and has his team three wins ... (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Kerr said Monday that he was still not feeling well enough to coach in Thursday's game, but ESPN's Ramona Shelburne and Chris Hayes report that Kerr had improved to the point earlier this week that he was "hopeful" he'd be on the bench. Now in the NBA Finals, Walton is back with Sam Amick of USA Today reporting he watched game one of the NBA Finals in the locker room with Kerr. In his stead, acting head coach Mike Brown has led the Warriors to an 11-0 record and has his team three wins ... (more...)
Kevin Durant Dated Bachelorette Star Rachel Lindsay In College
- June 05, 2017
The relationship was " pretty serious " but that doesn't explain why Durant only sent her one text message after they broke up and called them "student friends". "A video posted the same night as Rachel's premiere episode showed her kicking it with a handsome guy with facial hair". Us Weekly's full story can be read here. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
The relationship was " pretty serious " but that doesn't explain why Durant only sent her one text message after they broke up and called them "student friends". "A video posted the same night as Rachel's premiere episode showed her kicking it with a handsome guy with facial hair". Us Weekly's full story can be read here. (more...)
Gareth Bale hoping to help make more history at Real Madrid
- June 05, 2017
Shaka Hislop hails Real Madrid's complete team performance and Cristiano Ronaldo's brilliance after another UCL triumph. The noise triggered panic among thousands of fans gathered in Piazza San Carlo to watch the match pitting Juventus against Real Madrid on giant TV screens. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Shaka Hislop hails Real Madrid's complete team performance and Cristiano Ronaldo's brilliance after another UCL triumph. The noise triggered panic among thousands of fans gathered in Piazza San Carlo to watch the match pitting Juventus against Real Madrid on giant TV screens. (more...)
Afghanistan sees ISI hand in Kabul blast
- June 05, 2017
It was one of the worst extremist attacks since the drawdown of foreign forces from Afghanistan in 2014. Afghan government spokesperson says role of ISI, Haqqani network exposed. troops. Ambulances and rescue workers also rushed to the scene and even an hour after the blast, ambulances were seen taking the wounded to the hospital. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
It was one of the worst extremist attacks since the drawdown of foreign forces from Afghanistan in 2014. Afghan government spokesperson says role of ISI, Haqqani network exposed. troops. Ambulances and rescue workers also rushed to the scene and even an hour after the blast, ambulances were seen taking the wounded to the hospital. (more...)
Fans in near-stampede in Turin as Champions League match
- June 05, 2017
Many fans then began to run out of the square, screaming in fear. Sky in Italy say there are at least four people seriously injured, one of which is a four-year-old child. Police are now investigating the cause of the mayhem. "No I don't think Juve have reached the end of a cycle at all", the coach said after the game. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Many fans then began to run out of the square, screaming in fear. Sky in Italy say there are at least four people seriously injured, one of which is a four-year-old child. Police are now investigating the cause of the mayhem. "No I don't think Juve have reached the end of a cycle at all", the coach said after the game. (more...)
United interested in Varane
- June 05, 2017
SSN HQ also understands that Mourinho is interested in Varane's colleague at Real Madrid , Alvaro Morata , who he sees as a ideal candidate to lead the line for United next season as Zlatan Ibrahimovic continues his rehabilitation from knee surgery. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
SSN HQ also understands that Mourinho is interested in Varane's colleague at Real Madrid , Alvaro Morata , who he sees as a ideal candidate to lead the line for United next season as Zlatan Ibrahimovic continues his rehabilitation from knee surgery. (more...)
Tennis players react to Real Madrid win over Juventus!
- June 05, 2017
Madrid had looked to be facing an uphill battle after Mario Mandzukic cancelled out Cristiano Ronaldo's opening goal with an exquisite overhead kick. Ronaldo underscored his status as Europe's most lethal striker with the first and third goals as Real were crowned champions of Europe for a record-extending 12th time. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Madrid had looked to be facing an uphill battle after Mario Mandzukic cancelled out Cristiano Ronaldo's opening goal with an exquisite overhead kick. Ronaldo underscored his status as Europe's most lethal striker with the first and third goals as Real were crowned champions of Europe for a record-extending 12th time. (more...)
NASCAR trying to increase passing for Coca-Cola 600
- June 05, 2017
Fellow Toyota drivers Truex and Erik Jones rounded out the top five in the running order. POINTS LOST: Kyle Larson had his worst finish of the season (33rd) striking the wall twice and being forced to the garage on Lap 293 after he got loose in Turn 3 and sustained a hard swipe that caused irreparable damage. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
Fellow Toyota drivers Truex and Erik Jones rounded out the top five in the running order. POINTS LOST: Kyle Larson had his worst finish of the season (33rd) striking the wall twice and being forced to the garage on Lap 293 after he got loose in Turn 3 and sustained a hard swipe that caused irreparable damage. (more...)
French Open plays catch-up after Saturday rain disruption
- June 05, 2017
No. 15 Gael Monfils and No. 24 Richard Gasquet had their match postponed as well, though they were still in the first set when it happened. Added Wozniacki: "I think they are, here and (in) the United Kingdom, trying to do everything they can to keep the security at the highest level, and I think here they are doing a good job". (more...)
- June 05, 2017
No. 15 Gael Monfils and No. 24 Richard Gasquet had their match postponed as well, though they were still in the first set when it happened. Added Wozniacki: "I think they are, here and (in) the United Kingdom, trying to do everything they can to keep the security at the highest level, and I think here they are doing a good job". (more...)
America's Cup 2017: America's Cup playoff races delayed
- June 05, 2017
In addition to the New Zealand-USA showdown, Saturday's last day of round robin racing will feature Ben Ainslie's Land Rover BAR taking on both Japan and Oracle and Artemis taking on France. New Zealand helmsman Peter Burling , his face smeared in a mask of white sun cream, looked relaxed as he got the better of Dean Barker, the skipper of SoftBank Team Japan. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
In addition to the New Zealand-USA showdown, Saturday's last day of round robin racing will feature Ben Ainslie's Land Rover BAR taking on both Japan and Oracle and Artemis taking on France. New Zealand helmsman Peter Burling , his face smeared in a mask of white sun cream, looked relaxed as he got the better of Dean Barker, the skipper of SoftBank Team Japan. (more...)
Tahir spins South Africa to big win over Sri Lanka
- June 05, 2017
On a sluggish surface, South Africa failed to fully capitalise on Amla's 25th ODI ton. Yesterday, Sri Lanka took more than four hours to bowl 50 overs, and match referee David Boon , even after making time allowances, ruled that the Lankans were still short of the target by four overs. (more...)
- June 05, 2017
On a sluggish surface, South Africa failed to fully capitalise on Amla's 25th ODI ton. Yesterday, Sri Lanka took more than four hours to bowl 50 overs, and match referee David Boon , even after making time allowances, ruled that the Lankans were still short of the target by four overs. (more...)
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