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Rio 2016: Two-time decathlon champion Eaton thanks Thompson for inspiration
- August 20, 2016
Olympic team member first and foremost. Eaton accumulated 8,893 points, comfortably ahead of the second place finisher, Kevin Mayer of France, but shy of the world record Eaton set previous year. Eaton grimaced at the end of final event, the 1500-meter run. Eaton was one of four American athletes to take gold in track and field events Thursday. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Olympic team member first and foremost. Eaton accumulated 8,893 points, comfortably ahead of the second place finisher, Kevin Mayer of France, but shy of the world record Eaton set previous year. Eaton grimaced at the end of final event, the 1500-meter run. Eaton was one of four American athletes to take gold in track and field events Thursday. (more...)
Zlatan at the double as Manchester United stays ideal
- August 20, 2016
Here's a look at his impressive stats at full-time. Critics will latch onto the fact that he wasn't able to score, but Pogba had a complete performance and was the dominating force Man United had missed in recent years. "We have to improve and one day we hope he can play more offensively but he needs the freedom that he had today". United made Southampton pay for wasting its chances after 36 minutes, with Ibrahimovic scoring his third goal for United in three games. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Here's a look at his impressive stats at full-time. Critics will latch onto the fact that he wasn't able to score, but Pogba had a complete performance and was the dominating force Man United had missed in recent years. "We have to improve and one day we hope he can play more offensively but he needs the freedom that he had today". United made Southampton pay for wasting its chances after 36 minutes, with Ibrahimovic scoring his third goal for United in three games. (more...)
OLYMPICS: Bolt finishes sweep with victory in 200-meter final
- August 20, 2016
Be among [ Muhammad ] Ali and Pelé . The Jamaican spinner won his eighth Olympic gold medal during the 200m final, meaning he is on course for an incredible "triple-triple" - winning the 100m, 200m and 4x100m in three consecutive Olympic Games. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Be among [ Muhammad ] Ali and Pelé . The Jamaican spinner won his eighth Olympic gold medal during the 200m final, meaning he is on course for an incredible "triple-triple" - winning the 100m, 200m and 4x100m in three consecutive Olympic Games. (more...)
Rio 2016: Bolt-ing into pantheon
- August 20, 2016
After flashing his trademark smile, Bolt went on to say "I don't need to prove anything else". The sprint sensation will bow out of the Olympics, an arena he has made his own, with all eyes on whether Jamaica can deliver the 4x100m relay title. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
After flashing his trademark smile, Bolt went on to say "I don't need to prove anything else". The sprint sensation will bow out of the Olympics, an arena he has made his own, with all eyes on whether Jamaica can deliver the 4x100m relay title. (more...)
Basketball: Unbeaten US target Japan in last eight
- August 20, 2016
After a hard-fought victory over Australia on Wednesday, it looked like Team USA was going to cruise to a win over Serbia when it jumped out to a quick 23-5 lead in the first quarter. Denver's Nikola Jokic's dunk at the 6:03 mark brought Serbia within 58-53, their smallest deficit since Durant's opening free throws. "We relied on natural talent to get us over this one", George said. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
After a hard-fought victory over Australia on Wednesday, it looked like Team USA was going to cruise to a win over Serbia when it jumped out to a quick 23-5 lead in the first quarter. Denver's Nikola Jokic's dunk at the 6:03 mark brought Serbia within 58-53, their smallest deficit since Durant's opening free throws. "We relied on natural talent to get us over this one", George said. (more...)
How to watch Thursday's events online through NBC Sports
- August 20, 2016
Tianna Bartoletta shrugged off 100 meter disappointment to land the women's long jump gold medal, edging out defending Olympic champion and United States team mate Brittney Reese with a personal best leap of 7.17m. On the backdrop of Copacabana beach, Brazilians Alison Cerutti and Bruno Oscar Schmidt go for volleyball gold on home sands. The 19-year-old phenom who was named after rapper Tupac Shakur advanced to the gold match and has the support of Floyd Mayweather, who has referred to ... (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Tianna Bartoletta shrugged off 100 meter disappointment to land the women's long jump gold medal, edging out defending Olympic champion and United States team mate Brittney Reese with a personal best leap of 7.17m. On the backdrop of Copacabana beach, Brazilians Alison Cerutti and Bruno Oscar Schmidt go for volleyball gold on home sands. The 19-year-old phenom who was named after rapper Tupac Shakur advanced to the gold match and has the support of Floyd Mayweather, who has referred to ... (more...)
IOC's Hickey moved to Rio prison in ticket-scalping case
- August 20, 2016
Police only began questioning Hickey on Thursday because he was hospitalized for a day with chest pains following his arrest. Ticketing company Pro10 has said it fully supports calls for a "judge-led inquiry" into the sale of tickets for the Rio Olympics. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Police only began questioning Hickey on Thursday because he was hospitalized for a day with chest pains following his arrest. Ticketing company Pro10 has said it fully supports calls for a "judge-led inquiry" into the sale of tickets for the Rio Olympics. (more...)
What to Watch in Rio: Day 13
- August 20, 2016
On the men's side, Jamaica, led by Usain Bolt, looks to continue its dominance for a third Olympic Games in a row. "A few days ago I had sickness, and now I am feeling better and better and I am happy", the Hungarian said after defending her title. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
On the men's side, Jamaica, led by Usain Bolt, looks to continue its dominance for a third Olympic Games in a row. "A few days ago I had sickness, and now I am feeling better and better and I am happy", the Hungarian said after defending her title. (more...)
Klopp Warns Reds Not To Get Complacent
- August 20, 2016
Liverpool striker Divock Origi is delighted with the opportunity to play former Reds striker Luis Suarez and feels, he will learn a lot playing against him. Mane had a particulary impressive game, scoring one and setting up another goal . "We played some games that were very good, others that were less good". (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Liverpool striker Divock Origi is delighted with the opportunity to play former Reds striker Luis Suarez and feels, he will learn a lot playing against him. Mane had a particulary impressive game, scoring one and setting up another goal . "We played some games that were very good, others that were less good". (more...)
The Rio Games US beats Spain, will play for gold medal
- August 20, 2016
Kyrie Irving also reached double figures, scoring 13 points in 25 minutes. Jordan said the Olympic tournament might be the height of his career, something he dreamed about as a child. Klay Thompson scored 22 points and Kevin Durant had 14 points as the USA defeated Spain 82-76 Friday in the semifinals. We showed effort and played hard. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Kyrie Irving also reached double figures, scoring 13 points in 25 minutes. Jordan said the Olympic tournament might be the height of his career, something he dreamed about as a child. Klay Thompson scored 22 points and Kevin Durant had 14 points as the USA defeated Spain 82-76 Friday in the semifinals. We showed effort and played hard. (more...)
Usain Bolt wins 8th Olympic medal
- August 20, 2016
His time of 19.78 seconds Thursday in Rio was more than a half second off his own world record, but still almost a quarter of a second better than second-place finisher Andre De Grasse of Canada. Although he didn't entirely rule it out, it appears the Jamaican will stick to his word. "'We've done it!' I said to Alistair, because we had done it", declared Jonny . (more...)
- August 20, 2016
His time of 19.78 seconds Thursday in Rio was more than a half second off his own world record, but still almost a quarter of a second better than second-place finisher Andre De Grasse of Canada. Although he didn't entirely rule it out, it appears the Jamaican will stick to his word. "'We've done it!' I said to Alistair, because we had done it", declared Jonny . (more...)
Sue Bird diagnosed with knee sprain, listed as day-to-day
- August 20, 2016
United States captain and guard Sue Bird injured her right knee in the second quarter. The one downside was former UConn standout Sue Bird left the game with 6:33 left in the first half after an apparent knee injury. We've heard about how old this American roster is with the average age being 31 and it showed against the endless stamina of Japan's young guards. "Been on too many teams with her and I know how valuable she is to a team. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
United States captain and guard Sue Bird injured her right knee in the second quarter. The one downside was former UConn standout Sue Bird left the game with 6:33 left in the first half after an apparent knee injury. We've heard about how old this American roster is with the average age being 31 and it showed against the endless stamina of Japan's young guards. "Been on too many teams with her and I know how valuable she is to a team. (more...)
Dodgers Continue to Bring the Lumber in Win vs. Phillies
- August 20, 2016
Before Tuesday's barrage, he was hitting only.231 with four homers in 208 at-bats since the start of June. The win helped move the Dodgers into sole possession of first place in the National League West after the San Francisco Giants lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates late Tuesday. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Before Tuesday's barrage, he was hitting only.231 with four homers in 208 at-bats since the start of June. The win helped move the Dodgers into sole possession of first place in the National League West after the San Francisco Giants lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates late Tuesday. (more...)
Louisiana flooding victims now struggling with where to live
- August 20, 2016
Across the flood-stricken area, many residents said they weren't required to have flood insurance and didn't have it, since nothing remotely like this had ever happened before. (AP) - With an estimated 40,000 homes damaged by deadly flooding, Louisiana could be looking at its biggest housing crunch since the miserable, bumbling aftermath of Hurricane Katrina a decade ago. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Across the flood-stricken area, many residents said they weren't required to have flood insurance and didn't have it, since nothing remotely like this had ever happened before. (AP) - With an estimated 40,000 homes damaged by deadly flooding, Louisiana could be looking at its biggest housing crunch since the miserable, bumbling aftermath of Hurricane Katrina a decade ago. (more...)
New Zealand runner praised for her Olympic spirit
- August 20, 2016
The 24-year-old USA representative, who was unaware of the extent of her injuries at the time, was still able to finish the final four laps of the race. "I finished and I had a lonely last four laps but she ran four and a half laps barely being able to run". I've never met this girl before, and isn't that just so unbelievable? And isn't that just so fantastic. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
The 24-year-old USA representative, who was unaware of the extent of her injuries at the time, was still able to finish the final four laps of the race. "I finished and I had a lonely last four laps but she ran four and a half laps barely being able to run". I've never met this girl before, and isn't that just so unbelievable? And isn't that just so fantastic. (more...)
Arsenal's Wenger says players weren't fit
- August 20, 2016
While transfers will be the main talking point in the aftermath of Arsenal's defeat to Liverpool , Jurgen Klopp's tactical victory over the league's longest-serving manager should not be overlooked. "We paid for that". We feel good. It was a tough game but we played really well in the second half. "Sometimes you just need something different and I think Alexis can be that guy". (more...)
- August 20, 2016
While transfers will be the main talking point in the aftermath of Arsenal's defeat to Liverpool , Jurgen Klopp's tactical victory over the league's longest-serving manager should not be overlooked. "We paid for that". We feel good. It was a tough game but we played really well in the second half. "Sometimes you just need something different and I think Alexis can be that guy". (more...)
Aly Raisman considering return for Tokyo Olympics
- August 20, 2016
Though we are literally no experts. Teammate Aly Raisman completed a one-two for the United States by earning 15.500 points for the silver while Great Britain's Amy Tinkler burst into tears after a crowd-pleasing floor display to "Pretty Woman" earned her the bronze. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Though we are literally no experts. Teammate Aly Raisman completed a one-two for the United States by earning 15.500 points for the silver while Great Britain's Amy Tinkler burst into tears after a crowd-pleasing floor display to "Pretty Woman" earned her the bronze. (more...)
USA swimmers pulled from plane in Rio
- August 20, 2016
The U.S. Olympic team has sought to draw a line under the scandal which has embarrassed the host city and angered ordinary Brazilians who jeered Bentz and Conger, calling them "liars" and "fakes" as they made their way out of Brazil on Thursday. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
The U.S. Olympic team has sought to draw a line under the scandal which has embarrassed the host city and angered ordinary Brazilians who jeered Bentz and Conger, calling them "liars" and "fakes" as they made their way out of Brazil on Thursday. (more...)
Si Woo Kim shoots Wyndham-record 10-under 60 to take lead
- August 20, 2016
Glover shot 61, missing a 6-foot birdie putt on the par-4 17th and three-putting the par-4 18th for bogey in the PGA Tour's regular-season finale. Kim drove into the left rough on the par-4 18th, costing himself a clean shot at the front pin position. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Glover shot 61, missing a 6-foot birdie putt on the par-4 17th and three-putting the par-4 18th for bogey in the PGA Tour's regular-season finale. Kim drove into the left rough on the par-4 18th, costing himself a clean shot at the front pin position. (more...)
China misses Gymnastics gold for first time in more than 30 years
- August 20, 2016
Find out why Michael Phelps may owe $55,000 due to his Olympic wins. MICHAEL PHELPS: Phelps may have finished second in the 100m butterfly, but he did not close his final Olympics campaign without much fanfare. In the men's rugby sevens, Fiji entered the tournament as favourites. Gold medals were, in fact, only gold for eight years. So to surpass the London 2012 tally, Team Great Britain need 16 medals, and with plenty of hopefuls left to compete, it's a truly possible scenario. (more...)
- August 20, 2016
Find out why Michael Phelps may owe $55,000 due to his Olympic wins. MICHAEL PHELPS: Phelps may have finished second in the 100m butterfly, but he did not close his final Olympics campaign without much fanfare. In the men's rugby sevens, Fiji entered the tournament as favourites. Gold medals were, in fact, only gold for eight years. So to surpass the London 2012 tally, Team Great Britain need 16 medals, and with plenty of hopefuls left to compete, it's a truly possible scenario. (more...)
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