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Lakers bring back Caldwell-Pope, McGee
- July 07, 2019
It will be Green's third team in as many years, joining the Raptors after being traded from the San Antonio Spurs alongside Kawhi Leonard . He provided an update on his Instagram account, thanking Toronto for its support: "Thank you Raptors fans". (more...)
- July 07, 2019
It will be Green's third team in as many years, joining the Raptors after being traded from the San Antonio Spurs alongside Kawhi Leonard . He provided an update on his Instagram account, thanking Toronto for its support: "Thank you Raptors fans". (more...)
Prince Harry and Meghan's son Archie christened at Windsor Castle
- July 07, 2019
The Duchess of Sussex's estranged father has wished his grandson "health and happiness" from afar, as Archie Mountbatten-Windsor's family and new godparents rallied around a remarkably secretive operation for his christening . She couldn't go due to other prior engagements, however, she was at Princess Charlotte and Prince George's christenings. Meanwhile, Prince Harry previously opened up about how he desperately wants to be a good role model for his son. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
The Duchess of Sussex's estranged father has wished his grandson "health and happiness" from afar, as Archie Mountbatten-Windsor's family and new godparents rallied around a remarkably secretive operation for his christening . She couldn't go due to other prior engagements, however, she was at Princess Charlotte and Prince George's christenings. Meanwhile, Prince Harry previously opened up about how he desperately wants to be a good role model for his son. (more...)
Barca unveil De Jong ahead of Neymar & Griezmann signing
- July 07, 2019
Ajax skipper De Ligt has been the subject of intense transfer speculation since he led the Dutch champions to an unlikely semi-final appearance in the Champions League , where only a stoppage-time comeback from Tottenham prevented them from reaching the final. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
Ajax skipper De Ligt has been the subject of intense transfer speculation since he led the Dutch champions to an unlikely semi-final appearance in the Champions League , where only a stoppage-time comeback from Tottenham prevented them from reaching the final. (more...)
Nathan Lyon suggests World Cup is 'England's to lose'
- July 07, 2019
Sriram Singh, India's 800-meter runner, realised it in 1976 when he lost out on a rare Olympic medal. It has also hosted two league matches in 1975 edition of World Cup, two league matches and one semifinal in 1979, two league matches and one semifinal in 1983 and one league match, one Super Six match and one semifinal in 1999. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
Sriram Singh, India's 800-meter runner, realised it in 1976 when he lost out on a rare Olympic medal. It has also hosted two league matches in 1975 edition of World Cup, two league matches and one semifinal in 1979, two league matches and one semifinal in 1983 and one league match, one Super Six match and one semifinal in 1999. (more...)
Meghan Markle spends Fourth of July watching Serena Williams at Wimbledon
- July 07, 2019
Serena Williams confessed to nearly being overcome by the pressure of partnering British sporting icon Andy Murray in the Wimbledon mixed doubles but it all worked out in the end as they won their first round match on Saturday, beating Germany's Andreas Mies and Chile's Alexa Guarachi 6-4, 6-1. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
Serena Williams confessed to nearly being overcome by the pressure of partnering British sporting icon Andy Murray in the Wimbledon mixed doubles but it all worked out in the end as they won their first round match on Saturday, beating Germany's Andreas Mies and Chile's Alexa Guarachi 6-4, 6-1. (more...)
Southern California Hit With Another Big Earthquake
- July 07, 2019
The San Bernadino County Fire Department reported that Friday's quake had caused some damage to buildings. No major injuries or severe damage have been reported, though the tremor was felt as far away as Las Vegas and Mexico. "Our goal is to alert people who might experience potentially damaging shaking, not just feel the shaking", said Robert de Groot, a spokesman for the USGS's ShakeAlert system, which is being developed for California, Oregon and Washington. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
The San Bernadino County Fire Department reported that Friday's quake had caused some damage to buildings. No major injuries or severe damage have been reported, though the tremor was felt as far away as Las Vegas and Mexico. "Our goal is to alert people who might experience potentially damaging shaking, not just feel the shaking", said Robert de Groot, a spokesman for the USGS's ShakeAlert system, which is being developed for California, Oregon and Washington. (more...)
Why USWNT insists the toughest test awaits in the World Cup final
- July 07, 2019
The American left winger, who turned 34 on Friday, told a press conference ahead of Sunday's Women's World Cup final against the Netherlands that she did welcome Federation Internationale de Football Association president Gianni Infantino's proposal to support women's soccer but thought it not enough. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
The American left winger, who turned 34 on Friday, told a press conference ahead of Sunday's Women's World Cup final against the Netherlands that she did welcome Federation Internationale de Football Association president Gianni Infantino's proposal to support women's soccer but thought it not enough. (more...)
Kyrgios Admitted He Tried To Hit Nadal ‘Square In The Chest’
- July 07, 2019
Barty, only the second Australian woman after Evonne Goolagong Cawley over 40 years ago to be number one in the world, said the most pleasure she has had in her new status is when she speaks to her niece back in Australia. Asked by a reporter if he regretted not apologizing for the shot, Kyrgios replied, "Why would I apologize?" R: That's the convention, isn't it? "I know he's talented but I'm also a professional and, when you hit the ball like that, it can go anywhere". (more...)
- July 07, 2019
Barty, only the second Australian woman after Evonne Goolagong Cawley over 40 years ago to be number one in the world, said the most pleasure she has had in her new status is when she speaks to her niece back in Australia. Asked by a reporter if he regretted not apologizing for the shot, Kyrgios replied, "Why would I apologize?" R: That's the convention, isn't it? "I know he's talented but I'm also a professional and, when you hit the ball like that, it can go anywhere". (more...)
Russell Westbrook's Future With Thunder Uncertain Following Paul George Trade
- July 07, 2019
I will preface right away here that the Chicago Bulls should not directly trade the Oklahoma City Thunder for superstar veteran point guard Russell Westbrook . Wojnarowski first reported that the Thunder and Westbrook are trying to determine their future together after the team agreed to trade Paul George to the Los Angeles Clippers this weekend. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
I will preface right away here that the Chicago Bulls should not directly trade the Oklahoma City Thunder for superstar veteran point guard Russell Westbrook . Wojnarowski first reported that the Thunder and Westbrook are trying to determine their future together after the team agreed to trade Paul George to the Los Angeles Clippers this weekend. (more...)
Upset with Barcelona, Atletico Madrid says it wants Antoine Griezmann back
- July 07, 2019
Atletico said they felt the "strongest disapproval" of those they allege to have been involved, claiming talks between Barca and Griezmann took place at a delicate stage of the season and in violation of transfer rules. "We know Neymar wants to leave PSG , but we also know that PSG doesn't want Neymar to leave", Bartomeu said. Griezmann would not be guaranteed to walk into Barca's starting line-up, though, with Lionel Messi , Luis Suarez and either Philippe Coutinho or Ousmane ... (more...)
- July 07, 2019
Atletico said they felt the "strongest disapproval" of those they allege to have been involved, claiming talks between Barca and Griezmann took place at a delicate stage of the season and in violation of transfer rules. "We know Neymar wants to leave PSG , but we also know that PSG doesn't want Neymar to leave", Bartomeu said. Griezmann would not be guaranteed to walk into Barca's starting line-up, though, with Lionel Messi , Luis Suarez and either Philippe Coutinho or Ousmane ... (more...)
Afghan teen Alikhil aims high after breaking Tendulkar record
- July 07, 2019
However, a lively partnership between Rahmat Shah and left-hander Ikram Alikhil put the Afghans well on their way to overhauling the total. The young wicket-keeper was roped in as a replacement for Mohammad Shahzad after he was ruled out of the tournament due to a knee injury. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
However, a lively partnership between Rahmat Shah and left-hander Ikram Alikhil put the Afghans well on their way to overhauling the total. The young wicket-keeper was roped in as a replacement for Mohammad Shahzad after he was ruled out of the tournament due to a knee injury. (more...)
Don't overwhelm Cori Gauff too soon, says John McEnroe
- July 07, 2019
It was the 15-year-old's first experience of Centre Court at the same time as last year's men's champion, Novak Djokovic, was doing battle on Court No.1. She then efficiently defeated Venus Williams , one of her idols, and Magdalena Rybarikova , who was a Wimbledon semifinalist two years ago. "I am so happy with her guts". (more...)
- July 07, 2019
It was the 15-year-old's first experience of Centre Court at the same time as last year's men's champion, Novak Djokovic, was doing battle on Court No.1. She then efficiently defeated Venus Williams , one of her idols, and Magdalena Rybarikova , who was a Wimbledon semifinalist two years ago. "I am so happy with her guts". (more...)
Tomic fined all of his Wimbledon prize money for lack of effort
- July 07, 2019
Australia's Bernard Tomic was fined 45,000 pounds (US$57,000) for not playing up to the required standards at Wimbledon in his first-round loss to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, tournament organisers said today. "And with the whole back story about her protected ranking and all that stuff, as well, like being forced to play basically or you lose it, there is a lot that goes into it". (more...)
- July 07, 2019
Australia's Bernard Tomic was fined 45,000 pounds (US$57,000) for not playing up to the required standards at Wimbledon in his first-round loss to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, tournament organisers said today. "And with the whole back story about her protected ranking and all that stuff, as well, like being forced to play basically or you lose it, there is a lot that goes into it". (more...)
Robert Rock shoots scintillating round of 60 to lead Irish Open
- July 07, 2019
Before the serious action got under way at Lahinch, Pepperell took on New Zealand's Ryan Fox in a 14-club challenge on the par-three eighth at Lahinch and emerged victorious with some brilliant shot-making to win the wager which had been agreed beforehand. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
Before the serious action got under way at Lahinch, Pepperell took on New Zealand's Ryan Fox in a 14-club challenge on the par-three eighth at Lahinch and emerged victorious with some brilliant shot-making to win the wager which had been agreed beforehand. (more...)
Peru promise improved display against Brazil in Copa final
- July 07, 2019
However, it was not really expected from Peru that they would win this game against two-time Copa America Champions Chile after their drastic performance in last group stage encounter. In their quarter-final, they had two goals disallowed by the video assistant referee (VAR) before deservedly defeating Colombia on penalties. "There's no other option", he said. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
However, it was not really expected from Peru that they would win this game against two-time Copa America Champions Chile after their drastic performance in last group stage encounter. In their quarter-final, they had two goals disallowed by the video assistant referee (VAR) before deservedly defeating Colombia on penalties. "There's no other option", he said. (more...)
Ramaphosa, govt officials wish Bafana Bafana well ahead of Afcon showdown
- July 07, 2019
South Africa , on the other hand, only qualified from their group for being the best ranked third-placed side. Bafana Bafana have done the impossible and knocked out hosts and favourites Egypt from the Africa Cup of Nations , with a late goal by Thembinkosi Lorch . (more...)
- July 07, 2019
South Africa , on the other hand, only qualified from their group for being the best ranked third-placed side. Bafana Bafana have done the impossible and knocked out hosts and favourites Egypt from the Africa Cup of Nations , with a late goal by Thembinkosi Lorch . (more...)
Copa América: Messi sent off as Argentina takes 3rd place
- July 07, 2019
In a niggly and fractious match, five-time Ballon d'Or victor Messi and Chile captain Gary Medel were given their marching orders eight minutes from half-time after tangling on the goalline. They held on to win a scrappy affair 2-1. "They were not better than us". Argentina won Saturday's match with first-half goals by Sergio Agüero and Paulo Dybala , with Messi earning an assist. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
In a niggly and fractious match, five-time Ballon d'Or victor Messi and Chile captain Gary Medel were given their marching orders eight minutes from half-time after tangling on the goalline. They held on to win a scrappy affair 2-1. "They were not better than us". Argentina won Saturday's match with first-half goals by Sergio Agüero and Paulo Dybala , with Messi earning an assist. (more...)
DeMarcus Cousins Agrees To A Year With Lakers
- July 07, 2019
Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes reported that Cook and the Lakers have agreed on a 2-year, $6 Million deal. The National Champion as a Blue Devils also shot 46.5% from the field in the regular season and 40.5% from 3-point range. Leonard and George will go head to head with James and Davis in LA next season. He started 62 of the 75 games he played in. Golden State rescinded Cook's qualifying offer earlier this week, making him a free agent. (more...)
- July 07, 2019
Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes reported that Cook and the Lakers have agreed on a 2-year, $6 Million deal. The National Champion as a Blue Devils also shot 46.5% from the field in the regular season and 40.5% from 3-point range. Leonard and George will go head to head with James and Davis in LA next season. He started 62 of the 75 games he played in. Golden State rescinded Cook's qualifying offer earlier this week, making him a free agent. (more...)
Andre Iguodala Reportedly Being Used As Trade Bait By The Grizzlies
- July 06, 2019
The Golden State Warriors could arrange a reunion with the recently traded Andre Iguodala after reports that the Memphis Grizzlies prefer to trade the veteran rather than agree to a buyout. Iguodala won three National Basketball Association championships and made five straight Finals appearances with Golden State. The Grizzlies, who are in the middle of a full-on rebuild after trading Mike Conley, are exploring the trade market for Iguodala, who is in the final year of a $17.2 million ... (more...)
- July 06, 2019
The Golden State Warriors could arrange a reunion with the recently traded Andre Iguodala after reports that the Memphis Grizzlies prefer to trade the veteran rather than agree to a buyout. Iguodala won three National Basketball Association championships and made five straight Finals appearances with Golden State. The Grizzlies, who are in the middle of a full-on rebuild after trading Mike Conley, are exploring the trade market for Iguodala, who is in the final year of a $17.2 million ... (more...)
Pakistan's Shoaib Malik confirms ODI retirement after World Cup exit
- July 06, 2019
During the meeting, Qureshi and Drew also discussed bilateral and regional issues, including the situation in Afghanistan and Pakistan-UK Enhanced Strategic Dialogue held in London in June, the statement said. Speaking about the game, Imam-ul-Haq (100) and Babar Azam (96) helped the Men in Green post 315 runs on board after winning the toss and opting to bat first. (more...)
- July 06, 2019
During the meeting, Qureshi and Drew also discussed bilateral and regional issues, including the situation in Afghanistan and Pakistan-UK Enhanced Strategic Dialogue held in London in June, the statement said. Speaking about the game, Imam-ul-Haq (100) and Babar Azam (96) helped the Men in Green post 315 runs on board after winning the toss and opting to bat first. (more...)
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