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Roger Federer Pays Tribute To Rafa Nadal's French Open Victory
- June 14, 2017
Injury forced him to skip Wimbledon in 2009 and a year ago, while the 2012-2015 seasons saw him lose to Lukas Rosol (No. 100), Steve Darcis (No. "Of course it's nice to be in the semis again, but now I'm really disappointed because I just couldn't play the way I wanted to". Since winning his maiden title on his debut in 2005, Nadal has only failed to take home the trophy on three occasions - in 2009 when he lost to Robin Soderling, in 2015 when he was beaten by Novak Djokovic and ... (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Injury forced him to skip Wimbledon in 2009 and a year ago, while the 2012-2015 seasons saw him lose to Lukas Rosol (No. 100), Steve Darcis (No. "Of course it's nice to be in the semis again, but now I'm really disappointed because I just couldn't play the way I wanted to". Since winning his maiden title on his debut in 2005, Nadal has only failed to take home the trophy on three occasions - in 2009 when he lost to Robin Soderling, in 2015 when he was beaten by Novak Djokovic and ... (more...)
Golden State Warriors beat Cleveland Cavaliers to win Championship
- June 14, 2017
When will LeBron ever have to do less for his team to win a title? It was just ridiculous. "You feel obviously the disappointment of losing, a lot of decisions that you'll replay over the summer", he said . "We were able to get them previous year, and they went out and got one of the best players that this league has ever seen", James said. "So I just tried to think about that, but also add my flair to the game". (more...)
- June 14, 2017
When will LeBron ever have to do less for his team to win a title? It was just ridiculous. "You feel obviously the disappointment of losing, a lot of decisions that you'll replay over the summer", he said . "We were able to get them previous year, and they went out and got one of the best players that this league has ever seen", James said. "So I just tried to think about that, but also add my flair to the game". (more...)
Attacking midfielder tells club he wants to join Man United
- June 14, 2017
While the transfer fee is clearly still an issue, Perisic's move to Old Trafford is looking increasingly inevitable-Delaney reported he is "desperate" for the switch. Negotiations for Morata are meanwhile said to have generally gone "very smoothly", although it will ultimately come down to what Real are willing to accept, even though they are in principle willing to sell to do their own business. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
While the transfer fee is clearly still an issue, Perisic's move to Old Trafford is looking increasingly inevitable-Delaney reported he is "desperate" for the switch. Negotiations for Morata are meanwhile said to have generally gone "very smoothly", although it will ultimately come down to what Real are willing to accept, even though they are in principle willing to sell to do their own business. (more...)
Is Golden State's Durant the best player in the world?
- June 14, 2017
They became the first team to triumph after falling into a 3-1 Finals deficit when they beat the Warriors in seven games past year. The Warriors are the only team in the National Basketball Association that plays small ball better than the Celtics, and it would give them less of a strategic advantage against Boston. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
They became the first team to triumph after falling into a 3-1 Finals deficit when they beat the Warriors in seven games past year. The Warriors are the only team in the National Basketball Association that plays small ball better than the Celtics, and it would give them less of a strategic advantage against Boston. (more...)
Kevin Durant leads Warriors to National Basketball Association title
- June 14, 2017
Stephen Curry added 34 points, 10 assists and six rebound after a sluggish Game 4 performance. But it took a team effort for the Warriors to overcome a determined Cavaliers' squad, including contributions from 33-year-old veteran Andre Iguodala and 21-year-old Patrick McCaw. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Stephen Curry added 34 points, 10 assists and six rebound after a sluggish Game 4 performance. But it took a team effort for the Warriors to overcome a determined Cavaliers' squad, including contributions from 33-year-old veteran Andre Iguodala and 21-year-old Patrick McCaw. (more...)
Finals MVP Durant celebrates with fans outside Oracle Arena
- June 14, 2017
In winning, the Warriors scored a double celebration: Durant grabbing the MVP trophy-deservedly over Curry because he fought tooth-and-nail all the way-also made him an National Basketball Association champ for the first time in his rookie year with Golden State . (more...)
- June 14, 2017
In winning, the Warriors scored a double celebration: Durant grabbing the MVP trophy-deservedly over Curry because he fought tooth-and-nail all the way-also made him an National Basketball Association champ for the first time in his rookie year with Golden State . (more...)
Hurt but defiant, De Villiers wants to stay on South Africa captain
- June 14, 2017
South Africa started cautiously after being sent in to bat as Hashim Amla and Quinton de Kock added 76 for the first wicket without undue alarm. A second wicket stand of 128 from Shikhar Dhawan and captain Virat Kohli all but ended any hopes for South Africa of getting something from the game. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
South Africa started cautiously after being sent in to bat as Hashim Amla and Quinton de Kock added 76 for the first wicket without undue alarm. A second wicket stand of 128 from Shikhar Dhawan and captain Virat Kohli all but ended any hopes for South Africa of getting something from the game. (more...)
FSF warns against further changes to Premier League fixture schedule
- June 14, 2017
Rival broadcaster BT, the only other company able to show live Premier League matches on television in Britain, suffered a 2 percent drop in average viewing figures for the season just ended, the FT business daily added, citing the Broadcasters Audience Research Board (BARB). (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Rival broadcaster BT, the only other company able to show live Premier League matches on television in Britain, suffered a 2 percent drop in average viewing figures for the season just ended, the FT business daily added, citing the Broadcasters Audience Research Board (BARB). (more...)
Mathews rues missed chances as Sri Lanka bow out
- June 14, 2017
England are the only team to have 3 players in the Top 10, when you look at the top scorers after the world cup. England have played some excellent cricket in the ICC Champions Trophy so far, having qualified for the semi-finals with three wins from their three matches in the group stages. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
England are the only team to have 3 players in the Top 10, when you look at the top scorers after the world cup. England have played some excellent cricket in the ICC Champions Trophy so far, having qualified for the semi-finals with three wins from their three matches in the group stages. (more...)
Berger repeat victor in Memphis
- June 14, 2017
He is the fourth player in the last 10 years to win the same event back-to-back for the first two victories of his career. A crowded group including Billy Horschel, Chez Reavie, Kevin Chappell and amateur Braden Thornberry finished T-4 at 8 under. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
He is the fourth player in the last 10 years to win the same event back-to-back for the first two victories of his career. A crowded group including Billy Horschel, Chez Reavie, Kevin Chappell and amateur Braden Thornberry finished T-4 at 8 under. (more...)
Most-Watched NBA Finals Since 1998 Finish Strong
- June 14, 2017
The game-five victory over the Cavs capped an emotional journey for Durant, who spent nine years with the Thunder and was part of the side that blew a 3-1 lead to the Warriors in the Western Conference finals last year. As the summer begins, James said he would be back in the gym; "It's just a lifestyle for me", he said - and begin to consider his future and how the imposing Warriors fit into it. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
The game-five victory over the Cavs capped an emotional journey for Durant, who spent nine years with the Thunder and was part of the side that blew a 3-1 lead to the Warriors in the Western Conference finals last year. As the summer begins, James said he would be back in the gym; "It's just a lifestyle for me", he said - and begin to consider his future and how the imposing Warriors fit into it. (more...)
NBA Championships: Golden State Warriors ride Durant to beat LeBron James' Cavaliers
- June 14, 2017
It was a fitting way to win a championship. 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 . (more...)
- June 14, 2017
It was a fitting way to win a championship. 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 . (more...)
Tom Heaton and Jack Butland given chance to impress against France
- June 14, 2017
Burnley stopper Tom Heaton is also slated to play 45 minutes in Paris , with Butland taking over at half-time, as Southgate assesses his options between the posts against some of Europe's most potent marksmen. "We think he can challenge for the number one spot going forward". "We've got good competition for places, it's a greatly opportunity to look at people ". (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Burnley stopper Tom Heaton is also slated to play 45 minutes in Paris , with Butland taking over at half-time, as Southgate assesses his options between the posts against some of Europe's most potent marksmen. "We think he can challenge for the number one spot going forward". "We've got good competition for places, it's a greatly opportunity to look at people ". (more...)
Claudio Ranieri returns to football after Nantes given green light
- June 14, 2017
Claudio Ranieri is set to be named manager of French Ligue 1 club Nantes four months after being sacked by Leicester City , the team he guided to an unlikely Premier League title triumph a year ago. Ranieri's appointment was held up by French league (LFP) rules that prohibit the appointment of any manager above the age of 65. Nantes were in the market for a new coach, having agreed to let agreeing to let Sergio Conceicao return to Portugal to manage Porto . (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Claudio Ranieri is set to be named manager of French Ligue 1 club Nantes four months after being sacked by Leicester City , the team he guided to an unlikely Premier League title triumph a year ago. Ranieri's appointment was held up by French league (LFP) rules that prohibit the appointment of any manager above the age of 65. Nantes were in the market for a new coach, having agreed to let agreeing to let Sergio Conceicao return to Portugal to manage Porto . (more...)
Golden State Warriors parade set for Thursday in Oakland
- June 14, 2017
As LeBron James and Kyrie Irving walked off the court at Oracle Arena on Monday night after losing their 2017 NBA Finals series to the Warriors , LeBron was spotted putting his arm around his teammate and telling him that the Cavaliers will be back in the Finals for a fourth straight season next year. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
As LeBron James and Kyrie Irving walked off the court at Oracle Arena on Monday night after losing their 2017 NBA Finals series to the Warriors , LeBron was spotted putting his arm around his teammate and telling him that the Cavaliers will be back in the Finals for a fourth straight season next year. (more...)
Penguins' Stanley Cup victory parade will be held Wednesday
- June 14, 2017
The math was easy for Lemieux. We had a lot of injuries. The cap has proven to be more of a speed bump than a road block for the Penguins . Crosby was named the most valuable player to his team in the playoffs on Sunday for the second year in a row after his Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Nashville Predators 2-0 in Game 6 of the final for their second straight Stanley Cup. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
The math was easy for Lemieux. We had a lot of injuries. The cap has proven to be more of a speed bump than a road block for the Penguins . Crosby was named the most valuable player to his team in the playoffs on Sunday for the second year in a row after his Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Nashville Predators 2-0 in Game 6 of the final for their second straight Stanley Cup. (more...)
Rory McIlroy Praises US Open Venue
- June 14, 2017
Spieth also sees some differences between the two layouts. He said: "It's the US Open, so no matter what it looks like you know what you're in for - ridiculously thick rough and very fast greens". He famously joined Tour pals Jordan Spieth , Justin Thomas and Symlie Kaufman and their girlfriends on vacation in the Bahamas and then rocked a horse-themed watermelon color sport coat at the Kentucky Derby. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Spieth also sees some differences between the two layouts. He said: "It's the US Open, so no matter what it looks like you know what you're in for - ridiculously thick rough and very fast greens". He famously joined Tour pals Jordan Spieth , Justin Thomas and Symlie Kaufman and their girlfriends on vacation in the Bahamas and then rocked a horse-themed watermelon color sport coat at the Kentucky Derby. (more...)
LaVar Ball claims he'd make Michael Jordan cry in one-on-one
- June 14, 2017
Daily News. As a freshman at Washington this past season, Fultz averaged 23.2 points 5.7 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game. His earlier comments on the Lakers - "They have a lot of good players". "College is over. I just put that behind me". "That's what I've been working on this summer". "But to me, he's not an National Basketball Association player unless he gets significantly better and it's not gonna happen in one year". (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Daily News. As a freshman at Washington this past season, Fultz averaged 23.2 points 5.7 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game. His earlier comments on the Lakers - "They have a lot of good players". "College is over. I just put that behind me". "That's what I've been working on this summer". "But to me, he's not an National Basketball Association player unless he gets significantly better and it's not gonna happen in one year". (more...)
Sweden beat New Zealand to level America's Cup duel
- June 14, 2017
Martin Whitmarsh, chief executive of Land Rover BAR, wants to bring more structure to the event and his idea of staging it every two years has been backed by five of the six teams involved, with only New Zealand yet to agree. The British have been trying for 166 years to win back the silver trophy they lost to the schooner America in a race around the Isle of Wight in 1851. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Martin Whitmarsh, chief executive of Land Rover BAR, wants to bring more structure to the event and his idea of staging it every two years has been backed by five of the six teams involved, with only New Zealand yet to agree. The British have been trying for 166 years to win back the silver trophy they lost to the schooner America in a race around the Isle of Wight in 1851. (more...)
Injured Australia captain Jedinak out of Confederations Cup
- June 14, 2017
Brazil had no problem seeing off the Socceroos tonight at the MCG. . In the 75 minute Willian shimmied effortlessly around Irvine and set the stage for a delightful one-two and back-heel pass from Paulinho , who gifted Brazil's third to Taison. (more...)
- June 14, 2017
Brazil had no problem seeing off the Socceroos tonight at the MCG. . In the 75 minute Willian shimmied effortlessly around Irvine and set the stage for a delightful one-two and back-heel pass from Paulinho , who gifted Brazil's third to Taison. (more...)
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