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Murray Downs Nishikori to set up Wawrinka Showdown
- June 14, 2017
The world number one avoided the fate of Novak Djokovic - the man who beat Murray in the final at Roland Garros previous year - who was accused of "tanking" in his defeat to Austria's Dominic Thiem earlier in the day, and the Scot will now face Swiss third seed Stan Wawrinka in the last four. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
The world number one avoided the fate of Novak Djokovic - the man who beat Murray in the final at Roland Garros previous year - who was accused of "tanking" in his defeat to Austria's Dominic Thiem earlier in the day, and the Scot will now face Swiss third seed Stan Wawrinka in the last four. (more...)
Last year's amateur Rahm now a top Open contender
- June 14, 2017
Often it is, regardless of circumstances, on the PGA Tour. Erin Hills was announced as the host of the 2017 U.S. Open during the week of the 2010 championship at Pebble Beach in California. Open champion (1978 and 1985) and a Wisconsin native. And at Erin Hills, the many bunkers carved naturally from the glacial sand dunes are deliberately penal. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Often it is, regardless of circumstances, on the PGA Tour. Erin Hills was announced as the host of the 2017 U.S. Open during the week of the 2010 championship at Pebble Beach in California. Open champion (1978 and 1985) and a Wisconsin native. And at Erin Hills, the many bunkers carved naturally from the glacial sand dunes are deliberately penal. (more...)
MVP Durant, Curry lead Warriors to NBA title
- June 14, 2017
Last summer, Durant, who chose to leave the Oklahoma City Thunder in free agency, elected to join forces with another superstar in Stephen Curry as well as Draymond Green and Klay Thompson to make Golden State a super team , and the group was close to unstoppable in the regular season and postseason. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Last summer, Durant, who chose to leave the Oklahoma City Thunder in free agency, elected to join forces with another superstar in Stephen Curry as well as Draymond Green and Klay Thompson to make Golden State a super team , and the group was close to unstoppable in the regular season and postseason. (more...)
Golden State takes 2nd NBA title in 3 years
- June 14, 2017
After coming up short to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a game seven last year, the Warriors got their redemption on their home court in game five to win their second title in three years over Cleveland . "They gave everything they had, and we fought, we competed and we never gave in, but they beat us", he added. Durant, who famously called his mom the "real MVP" when he won the NBA MVP Award in 2014, knew what it felt like to lose a 3-1 lead - and losing to LeBron James . (more...)
- June 14, 2017
After coming up short to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a game seven last year, the Warriors got their redemption on their home court in game five to win their second title in three years over Cleveland . "They gave everything they had, and we fought, we competed and we never gave in, but they beat us", he added. Durant, who famously called his mom the "real MVP" when he won the NBA MVP Award in 2014, knew what it felt like to lose a 3-1 lead - and losing to LeBron James . (more...)
Activists organize beef festival in protest, as Rajnath Singh visits Mizoram
- June 13, 2017
Aizawl: Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has said the Centre won't impose any restriction on people's food choice. Around the same time, Rajnath Singh had his lunch just 200 meters away at Raj Bhawan. The home minister said unlike a completely sealed border, guarding a boundary which is open or porous is a tough task and requires patience, determination and wisdom. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Aizawl: Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has said the Centre won't impose any restriction on people's food choice. Around the same time, Rajnath Singh had his lunch just 200 meters away at Raj Bhawan. The home minister said unlike a completely sealed border, guarding a boundary which is open or porous is a tough task and requires patience, determination and wisdom. (more...)
Hot Anderson pitches Brewers past Mets
- June 14, 2017
Yankees 12, Blue Jays 2 • CC Sabathia won his fourth consecutive start, Aaron Hicks had a career-high six RBIs and Gary Sanchez homered twice to lead visiting NY over Toronto. That led some online to note that, technically , Mr. Met isn't capable of giving someone the middle-finger salute. "And I'm pleading the Fifth!" called out one of the mascot's handlers. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Yankees 12, Blue Jays 2 • CC Sabathia won his fourth consecutive start, Aaron Hicks had a career-high six RBIs and Gary Sanchez homered twice to lead visiting NY over Toronto. That led some online to note that, technically , Mr. Met isn't capable of giving someone the middle-finger salute. "And I'm pleading the Fifth!" called out one of the mascot's handlers. (more...)
Durant shines as Warriors wrap up NBA title
- June 13, 2017
But early in the second quarter, this Warriors team that had lost just once since February 4 when its stars took part in the entire game rediscovered itself. He was named Most Valuable Player for the 2013-14 season after setting career highs of 32 points and 5.5 assists per game. Kyrie Irving followed up his 40-point gem in Friday's Game 4 with 26 points but shot 9 for 22. (more...)
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- June 13, 2017
But early in the second quarter, this Warriors team that had lost just once since February 4 when its stars took part in the entire game rediscovered itself. He was named Most Valuable Player for the 2013-14 season after setting career highs of 32 points and 5.5 assists per game. Kyrie Irving followed up his 40-point gem in Friday's Game 4 with 26 points but shot 9 for 22. (more...)
Pakistan fined for slow over-rate
- June 13, 2017
And Arthur did not look satisfied with the manner Pakistan emerged victorious and said that he was expecting a better performance from his boys. Chasing a moderate score, Pakistan only really needed one healthy partnership to finish the job but such a saving grace eluded them as wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
And Arthur did not look satisfied with the manner Pakistan emerged victorious and said that he was expecting a better performance from his boys. Chasing a moderate score, Pakistan only really needed one healthy partnership to finish the job but such a saving grace eluded them as wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. (more...)
Parliamentary elections: Emmanuel Macron's party charging towards landslide victory
- June 13, 2017
PM Philippe admitted the "demobilisation" of voters but said that it was because the "presidential election "ended the debate" about France's political direction and that "some political forces were unable to find new energy" after the presidential vote". (more...)
- June 13, 2017
PM Philippe admitted the "demobilisation" of voters but said that it was because the "presidential election "ended the debate" about France's political direction and that "some political forces were unable to find new energy" after the presidential vote". (more...)
Nadal: 10th Roland Garros win is 'indescribable'
- June 13, 2017
Before the Open Era, Margaret topped the list with 11 Australian Open titles from 1960 - 1973. Wawrinka, bidding for a fourth Grand Slam title, hailed Nadal as an opponent and sportsman. "But everything needs to be in place if he want to take home a couple of French Open titles". That's big for me but I will need a few days to really see that."Meanwhile, Wawrinka has added American Paul Annacone to his coaching team for the upcoming grasscourt season, the world number three announced". (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Before the Open Era, Margaret topped the list with 11 Australian Open titles from 1960 - 1973. Wawrinka, bidding for a fourth Grand Slam title, hailed Nadal as an opponent and sportsman. "But everything needs to be in place if he want to take home a couple of French Open titles". That's big for me but I will need a few days to really see that."Meanwhile, Wawrinka has added American Paul Annacone to his coaching team for the upcoming grasscourt season, the world number three announced". (more...)
Warriors come back to win game three in Cleveland
- June 13, 2017
Now, they have to sweep the remainder of the series to retain the title. They can complete the first undefeated postseason on Friday. LeBron James scored 39 points and Kyrie Irving added 38 to lead the Cavaliers. Smith, and Iman Shumpert , an excellent core that simply isn't enough against the Warriors. LeBron said he feels it's part of his calling to go against teams building a dynasty. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Now, they have to sweep the remainder of the series to retain the title. They can complete the first undefeated postseason on Friday. LeBron James scored 39 points and Kyrie Irving added 38 to lead the Cavaliers. Smith, and Iman Shumpert , an excellent core that simply isn't enough against the Warriors. LeBron said he feels it's part of his calling to go against teams building a dynasty. (more...)
John Terry transfer odds: Will Aston Villa sign Chelsea legend?
- June 13, 2017
Begovic has already completed a £10m switch from Stamford Bridge to Eddie Howe's side and the Bosnia worldwide keeper hopes Terry will soon join him. Terry left Stamford Bridge at the end of Chelsea's title winning season after 22 years at the club. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Begovic has already completed a £10m switch from Stamford Bridge to Eddie Howe's side and the Bosnia worldwide keeper hopes Terry will soon join him. Terry left Stamford Bridge at the end of Chelsea's title winning season after 22 years at the club. (more...)
Captain Smith admits frustration as rain foils Australia
- June 13, 2017
In terms of comparison between the two sides, Australia is definitely ahead in both bowling and batting and head-to-head clearly favours the men from Down Under, who have lost just one in 19 matches against Bangladesh . Aaron Finch and David Warner both crushed a pair of fours as Australia raced to 37-0 in six overs. · This game will be Australia's 900th ODI match; their record stands at 554 wins, 303 defeats, nine ties and 33 no results so far. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
In terms of comparison between the two sides, Australia is definitely ahead in both bowling and batting and head-to-head clearly favours the men from Down Under, who have lost just one in 19 matches against Bangladesh . Aaron Finch and David Warner both crushed a pair of fours as Australia raced to 37-0 in six overs. · This game will be Australia's 900th ODI match; their record stands at 554 wins, 303 defeats, nine ties and 33 no results so far. (more...)
South African coach praises the 'dangerous' Pakistan
- June 13, 2017
The chief architects of their win were their bowlers Hasan Ali and Imad Wasim , who bowled exceptionally well and returned with 3 and 2 wickets respectively at a miserly rate. Star batsman de Villiers, also nursing a hamstring problem, has now managed just four runs this tournament. "I think the mood is OK", Sarfraz told reporters at Edgbaston on Tuesday. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
The chief architects of their win were their bowlers Hasan Ali and Imad Wasim , who bowled exceptionally well and returned with 3 and 2 wickets respectively at a miserly rate. Star batsman de Villiers, also nursing a hamstring problem, has now managed just four runs this tournament. "I think the mood is OK", Sarfraz told reporters at Edgbaston on Tuesday. (more...)
'Kiki' Mladenovic feeds off home crowd to advance
- June 13, 2017
Spaniard Pablo Carreno Busta beat fifth-seeded Milos Raonic of Canada 4-6, 7-6 (2), 6-7 (6), 6-4, 8-6 in the French Open fourth round. But it wasn't much of an upset, as she fell to 11th seed Caroline Wozniacki in three sets, 6-1, 4-6, 6-2. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Spaniard Pablo Carreno Busta beat fifth-seeded Milos Raonic of Canada 4-6, 7-6 (2), 6-7 (6), 6-4, 8-6 in the French Open fourth round. But it wasn't much of an upset, as she fell to 11th seed Caroline Wozniacki in three sets, 6-1, 4-6, 6-2. (more...)
Highlanders vs Lions: Five things we learned
- June 13, 2017
The Highlanders recovered, though, with a try to Liam Coltman to make it 22-20 and Marty Banks slotted the winning penalty goal with seven minutes remaining. The Lions hit back to level the scores on the half-hour mark when CJ Stander and Biggar created space for Jonathan Joseph to show off his pace and speed over from 25 metres. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
The Highlanders recovered, though, with a try to Liam Coltman to make it 22-20 and Marty Banks slotted the winning penalty goal with seven minutes remaining. The Lions hit back to level the scores on the half-hour mark when CJ Stander and Biggar created space for Jonathan Joseph to show off his pace and speed over from 25 metres. (more...)
Murray, Cilic, Halep, Suarez reach French Open 4th round
- June 13, 2017
It was very slow and heavy conditions and to be coming back was hard. Murray needed almost three hours to get past the 29th-seeded del Potro at Court Philippe Chatrier under a cloud-filled sky. 3rd seed Stan Wawrinka saved 4 set points in the opener before running away with 16 of the last 19 games to beat Italy's Fabio Fognini 7-6 (7/2), 6-0, 6-2. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
It was very slow and heavy conditions and to be coming back was hard. Murray needed almost three hours to get past the 29th-seeded del Potro at Court Philippe Chatrier under a cloud-filled sky. 3rd seed Stan Wawrinka saved 4 set points in the opener before running away with 16 of the last 19 games to beat Italy's Fabio Fognini 7-6 (7/2), 6-0, 6-2. (more...)
Class act Rafael won't stop at his ideal 10
- June 13, 2017
At 5-1, I thought probably I am going to win this. " Can Nadal rule Wimbledon again? ". He has been present in the player box for each of his nephew's 10 victories in Paris , but will retire from life on the Tour at the end of 2017 to run Nadal's academy in Majorca. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
At 5-1, I thought probably I am going to win this. " Can Nadal rule Wimbledon again? ". He has been present in the player box for each of his nephew's 10 victories in Paris , but will retire from life on the Tour at the end of 2017 to run Nadal's academy in Majorca. (more...)
Sophos Group (LON:SOPH) Analyst Target Changes
- June 13, 2017
Investec restated a buy rating and set a GBX 2,565 ($32.45) price target on shares of Cranswick plc in a research report on Thursday, February 2nd. 05/19/2014 - RSA Insurance Group plc had its "sector perform" rating reiterated by analysts at RBC Capital. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Investec restated a buy rating and set a GBX 2,565 ($32.45) price target on shares of Cranswick plc in a research report on Thursday, February 2nd. 05/19/2014 - RSA Insurance Group plc had its "sector perform" rating reiterated by analysts at RBC Capital. (more...)
Tottenham Hotspur: Kane late strike rescues England at Hampden
- June 13, 2017
Raheem Sterling played a hopeful cross into Scotland's box, and the unmarked Kane finished ruthlessly. The pressure put on the England captain in major tournaments may be one reason why Southgate is keen to share the duty around and he says there is no hurry to appoint an official skipper. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Raheem Sterling played a hopeful cross into Scotland's box, and the unmarked Kane finished ruthlessly. The pressure put on the England captain in major tournaments may be one reason why Southgate is keen to share the duty around and he says there is no hurry to appoint an official skipper. (more...)
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