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Simone Biles admirably carries flag twice her size
- August 22, 2016
Only one other gymnast has served as an Olympic flag bearer: Alfred Jochim , who did so at Opening Ceremonies of the Berlin 1936 Games. Strength, of course, can't be considered an issue. Biles scored the gold for the team all-around , individual all-around, vault individual, and floor exercise individual routine. "I'm afraid the flag is going to be too heavy for me", Biles, who stands 4'8", said . (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Only one other gymnast has served as an Olympic flag bearer: Alfred Jochim , who did so at Opening Ceremonies of the Berlin 1936 Games. Strength, of course, can't be considered an issue. Biles scored the gold for the team all-around , individual all-around, vault individual, and floor exercise individual routine. "I'm afraid the flag is going to be too heavy for me", Biles, who stands 4'8", said . (more...)
Neymar Breaks Olympic Record
- August 22, 2016
Micale said: "Maybe my intention is to change the style, but we also want to get the best out of our players. It is fantastic, fabulous", Germany coach Horst Hrubesch said. "We know that it's going to be a different environment to be playing against Germany again", Brazil goalkeeper Weverton said. Brazil has a rich soccer history, but it has never won an Olympic title. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Micale said: "Maybe my intention is to change the style, but we also want to get the best out of our players. It is fantastic, fabulous", Germany coach Horst Hrubesch said. "We know that it's going to be a different environment to be playing against Germany again", Brazil goalkeeper Weverton said. Brazil has a rich soccer history, but it has never won an Olympic title. (more...)
Liverpool ace Georginio Wijnaldum: This is why we lost to Burnley
- August 22, 2016
The Reds crashed to their first loss of the 2016-17 Premier League campaign after first-half goals from Sam Vokes , inside just two minutes, and Andre Gray gave the hosts a deserved victory. I saw shots when the box was full. "We must move on to the next game and not make the same mistakes we made today, and look forward with confidence". (more...)
- August 22, 2016
The Reds crashed to their first loss of the 2016-17 Premier League campaign after first-half goals from Sam Vokes , inside just two minutes, and Andre Gray gave the hosts a deserved victory. I saw shots when the box was full. "We must move on to the next game and not make the same mistakes we made today, and look forward with confidence". (more...)
Boxing judges sent home from Rio Olympics after review of decisions
- August 22, 2016
A spokesperson for the worldwide federation that governs amateur boxing said Wednesday that the names of the referees and judges dismissed and the matches that were tainted would not be released because he did not want to "besmirch their families". (more...)
- August 22, 2016
A spokesperson for the worldwide federation that governs amateur boxing said Wednesday that the names of the referees and judges dismissed and the matches that were tainted would not be released because he did not want to "besmirch their families". (more...)
Athletics : US and Jamaica set up 4x400m women's relay showdown
- August 22, 2016
On Sunday, August 14, Usain "Lightning" Bolt created Olympic history winning his third consecutive gold medal in the men's 100m final in a time of 9.81 seconds and tonight, he brought home his third gold in the 200m final in a time of 19.78 seconds, making him once again, the world's fastest man. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
On Sunday, August 14, Usain "Lightning" Bolt created Olympic history winning his third consecutive gold medal in the men's 100m final in a time of 9.81 seconds and tonight, he brought home his third gold in the 200m final in a time of 19.78 seconds, making him once again, the world's fastest man. (more...)
Olympic executive transferred to prison amid ticket scalping scandal
- August 22, 2016
Hickey, 71, is president of the Olympic Council of Ireland (OCI) as well as president of the European Olympic Committees, and has been serving on the IOC executive board since 2012. Brazilian police have raided the Rio offices of the Olympic Council of Ireland (OCI ) this morning, it has been revealed. "The OCI strictly adheres to the International Olympic Committee regulations around ticket allocation, sale and re-sale". (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Hickey, 71, is president of the Olympic Council of Ireland (OCI) as well as president of the European Olympic Committees, and has been serving on the IOC executive board since 2012. Brazilian police have raided the Rio offices of the Olympic Council of Ireland (OCI ) this morning, it has been revealed. "The OCI strictly adheres to the International Olympic Committee regulations around ticket allocation, sale and re-sale". (more...)
Sox hold off Cleveland
- August 22, 2016
Mike Napoli is 2-for-4 with two RBIs against Pomeranz. "While he's making progress, felt like it wasn't probably the time to push this", Red Sox manager John Farrell said . It's debatable whether or not he should've been out there in the first place, but that he was given a chance speaks to how much he's turned it around after a rough first impression in Boston. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Mike Napoli is 2-for-4 with two RBIs against Pomeranz. "While he's making progress, felt like it wasn't probably the time to push this", Red Sox manager John Farrell said . It's debatable whether or not he should've been out there in the first place, but that he was given a chance speaks to how much he's turned it around after a rough first impression in Boston. (more...)
Bolt wins third Rio gold
- August 22, 2016
The gold gives Bolt the rare triple-triple, winning three events at three consecutive Olympics in the same three events - the 100, 200, 4×100 relay. While Japan lifted the silver, Canada won bronze. Age is catching up with him - the only thing that can it seems. He declared after his 200m success on Thursday night that his legs refused to go faster and he felt exhausted. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
The gold gives Bolt the rare triple-triple, winning three events at three consecutive Olympics in the same three events - the 100, 200, 4×100 relay. While Japan lifted the silver, Canada won bronze. Age is catching up with him - the only thing that can it seems. He declared after his 200m success on Thursday night that his legs refused to go faster and he felt exhausted. (more...)
Cuban star Gurriel set to make big league debut for Astros
- August 22, 2016
On Thursday, White made his first career major league pitching appearance against Baltimore. In his only other start against the Astros this season, he lasted seven innings, allowing three hits and two earned runs while striking out five in a no-decision on May 24. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
On Thursday, White made his first career major league pitching appearance against Baltimore. In his only other start against the Astros this season, he lasted seven innings, allowing three hits and two earned runs while striking out five in a no-decision on May 24. (more...)
Team GB strike solid gold in Rio
- August 22, 2016
Gymnast Max Whitlock headlined Great Britain's relentless Super Sunday charge by hitting the top of the podium twice as the nation chalked up a stunning five gold medals on a glory-filled day yesterday. "I feel complete, I think?" You could argue that Whitlock is the Murray of the gymnastics world; he prefers a quiet, even slightly tiresome life compared to the celebrity career his good friend Louis has carved out. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Gymnast Max Whitlock headlined Great Britain's relentless Super Sunday charge by hitting the top of the podium twice as the nation chalked up a stunning five gold medals on a glory-filled day yesterday. "I feel complete, I think?" You could argue that Whitlock is the Murray of the gymnastics world; he prefers a quiet, even slightly tiresome life compared to the celebrity career his good friend Louis has carved out. (more...)
Brazil beat Italy to win men's volleyball gold
- August 22, 2016
Brazil made up for defeats in the last two Olympic men's volleyball finals and gave the home crowd a gold medal to celebrate as they beat Italy for gold on the closing day of the Games. The Russians looked set to make quick work of their rivals at the beginning of the match, winning the first two sets 25-23, 25-21. "I nearly feel today we need to mourn". (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Brazil made up for defeats in the last two Olympic men's volleyball finals and gave the home crowd a gold medal to celebrate as they beat Italy for gold on the closing day of the Games. The Russians looked set to make quick work of their rivals at the beginning of the match, winning the first two sets 25-23, 25-21. "I nearly feel today we need to mourn". (more...)
Gymnastics: Whitlock wins men's pommel horse to scoop second gold
- August 22, 2016
And he revealed that he didn't have any time to take in the historic nature of his first gold, given he was nearly immediately called into action in the pommel horse final: I had my job to do on pommel horse. "It's such a proud feeling to hear your national anthem being played and just stand there with Louis, one and two again like the world championship". (more...)
- August 22, 2016
And he revealed that he didn't have any time to take in the historic nature of his first gold, given he was nearly immediately called into action in the pommel horse final: I had my job to do on pommel horse. "It's such a proud feeling to hear your national anthem being played and just stand there with Louis, one and two again like the world championship". (more...)
Riyad Mahrez Happy To Continue Leicester City 'Adventure'
- August 22, 2016
They also won the Premier League playing 4-4-2, two wide players, Jamie Vardy playing off Shinji Okazaki and Wes Morgan and Robert Huth in central defence. "The referee made a very good performance and for me a penalty is when the referee whistles". "No. Look, you have to respect the decisions of people and that's part of it and I think in every transfer market you have one or two who have decisions to make and you respect them". (more...)
- August 22, 2016
They also won the Premier League playing 4-4-2, two wide players, Jamie Vardy playing off Shinji Okazaki and Wes Morgan and Robert Huth in central defence. "The referee made a very good performance and for me a penalty is when the referee whistles". "No. Look, you have to respect the decisions of people and that's part of it and I think in every transfer market you have one or two who have decisions to make and you respect them". (more...)
Royals break through late to take down Tigers
- August 22, 2016
Kansas City gained ground to pull within 9.0 games behind AL Central leader Cleveland. Kansas City Royals pitcher Danny Duffy said in spring training that he preferred anonymity to the fame of his teammates who got to appear on late-night television after winning the World Series last season. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Kansas City gained ground to pull within 9.0 games behind AL Central leader Cleveland. Kansas City Royals pitcher Danny Duffy said in spring training that he preferred anonymity to the fame of his teammates who got to appear on late-night television after winning the World Series last season. (more...)
Former Kentucky Wildcats star DeMarcus Cousins helps United States of America win Olympic gold medal
- August 22, 2016
The Americans did like they've done the past few games, subbing in their defensive unit late in the first quarter that includes Paul George, Jimmy Butler, and DeMarcus Cousins to give them a quick boost. He had 11 points and 12 boards at the half and was 7-of-9 from the free-throw line. He was the only player in the National Basketball Association to rank in the top five in both scoring (fourth) and rebounding (fifth). (more...)
- August 22, 2016
The Americans did like they've done the past few games, subbing in their defensive unit late in the first quarter that includes Paul George, Jimmy Butler, and DeMarcus Cousins to give them a quick boost. He had 11 points and 12 boards at the half and was 7-of-9 from the free-throw line. He was the only player in the National Basketball Association to rank in the top five in both scoring (fourth) and rebounding (fifth). (more...)
China's Chen wins badminton gold; Malaysia's Lee 3rd silver
- August 22, 2016
For much of their careers, Lin had been Lee's bogeyman, having a comprehensive winning record against the 33-year-old Malaysian . "Lee's three Olympic silver medals are far more valued than one gold". "As we become older, both of us have to train really really hard to stay at the level we are now", said the 32-year-old Chinese. "I'm very proud to have beaten Lin Dan ", Lee, lathered in sweat after the exhausting clash, told reporters. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
For much of their careers, Lin had been Lee's bogeyman, having a comprehensive winning record against the 33-year-old Malaysian . "Lee's three Olympic silver medals are far more valued than one gold". "As we become older, both of us have to train really really hard to stay at the level we are now", said the 32-year-old Chinese. "I'm very proud to have beaten Lin Dan ", Lee, lathered in sweat after the exhausting clash, told reporters. (more...)
RUMOURS: Chelsea eyeing Rodriguez move
- August 22, 2016
They have also made first contact for Cologne's Jonas Hector , however, he has extended his contract with the Bundesliga club since the enquiry went in, so that now seems bleak. Arsenal, AS Roma and Real Madrid have all shown major interest in the 23-year-old free-kick specialist, but Chelsea have emerged as one of his possible destinations for willing to pay his £22m release-clause. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
They have also made first contact for Cologne's Jonas Hector , however, he has extended his contract with the Bundesliga club since the enquiry went in, so that now seems bleak. Arsenal, AS Roma and Real Madrid have all shown major interest in the 23-year-old free-kick specialist, but Chelsea have emerged as one of his possible destinations for willing to pay his £22m release-clause. (more...)
Men's field hockey semifinal recap
- August 22, 2016
The 4-2 result sees New Zealand progress to the semi-finals of the tournament, where they will meet Great Britain in the next stage. After the interval, Joaquin Menini and Lucas Vila extended the lead to 5-0 with less than a quarter left. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
The 4-2 result sees New Zealand progress to the semi-finals of the tournament, where they will meet Great Britain in the next stage. After the interval, Joaquin Menini and Lucas Vila extended the lead to 5-0 with less than a quarter left. (more...)
West Ham begin new era with win after late Michail Antonio goal
- August 22, 2016
Winger Michail Antonio's 85th-minute header snatched the points for the Hammers just moments after Bournemouth were reduced to 10 men by the sending off of midfielder Harry Arter . "It's very pleasing", said Bilic. "It's like a snowball so now hopefully we stopped it - with a great team spirit". "The first booking for H [Harry Arter] is the disappointing one, with the second one you are never going to be stopping people going in for tackles, but we have all been told about the new rules ... (more...)
- August 22, 2016
Winger Michail Antonio's 85th-minute header snatched the points for the Hammers just moments after Bournemouth were reduced to 10 men by the sending off of midfielder Harry Arter . "It's very pleasing", said Bilic. "It's like a snowball so now hopefully we stopped it - with a great team spirit". "The first booking for H [Harry Arter] is the disappointing one, with the second one you are never going to be stopping people going in for tackles, but we have all been told about the new rules ... (more...)
Simone Biles Holds American Flad at Closing Ceremony for Rio 2016!
- August 22, 2016
We. Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles will lead Team USA as the flag bearer in Sunday's closing ceremony of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janerio, the U.S. "I'm afraid the flag is going to be too heavy for me", Biles, who stands 4'8", said . "They're trying to get a Biles smile", said one NBC commentator as an global group of fans grouped around the athlete. (more...)
- August 22, 2016
We. Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles will lead Team USA as the flag bearer in Sunday's closing ceremony of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janerio, the U.S. "I'm afraid the flag is going to be too heavy for me", Biles, who stands 4'8", said . "They're trying to get a Biles smile", said one NBC commentator as an global group of fans grouped around the athlete. (more...)
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