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Bill Belichick declines Presidential Medal of Freedom
- January 12, 2021
Politico reports that Belichick had been receiving calls from people urging him to decline the award because of last week's riot by Trump supporters in the nation's Capitol. Bill Belichick wants nothing to do with this award. Belichick confirmed in a statement Monday. The Patriots visited the Trump White House in 2017 after winning the Super Bowl, but the team passed on going back in 2019 after another championship. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Politico reports that Belichick had been receiving calls from people urging him to decline the award because of last week's riot by Trump supporters in the nation's Capitol. Bill Belichick wants nothing to do with this award. Belichick confirmed in a statement Monday. The Patriots visited the Trump White House in 2017 after winning the Super Bowl, but the team passed on going back in 2019 after another championship. (more...)
Pels-Mavs, Celtics-Bulls called off due to COVID-19 protocols
- January 12, 2021
In 10 games played this season (all starts), Tatum has produced a team-high 26.9 points on 47.4% shooting (43.8% 3-PT, 88.9% FT), 7.1 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.0 steal in 34.6 minutes. Dallas has three players listed as out due to the NBA Covid-19 protocols - Jalen Brunson , Josh Richardson and Dorian Finney-Smith - and Maxi Kleber listed as questionable for the same reason. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
In 10 games played this season (all starts), Tatum has produced a team-high 26.9 points on 47.4% shooting (43.8% 3-PT, 88.9% FT), 7.1 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.0 steal in 34.6 minutes. Dallas has three players listed as out due to the NBA Covid-19 protocols - Jalen Brunson , Josh Richardson and Dorian Finney-Smith - and Maxi Kleber listed as questionable for the same reason. (more...)
Spurs vs Fulham could replace possible Premier League postponement this week
- January 12, 2021
Tottenham were due to face Aston Villa away on Wednesday evening but that has now been put on hold because of a coronavirus outbreak among Dean Smith's squad. "I accept we have to play the game, but it's the notice". The Premier League said on Monday it recorded 36 new Covid-19 cases last week even as the English top-flight season continues without pause despite a surge in infections across the country and numerous fixtures being postponed. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Tottenham were due to face Aston Villa away on Wednesday evening but that has now been put on hold because of a coronavirus outbreak among Dean Smith's squad. "I accept we have to play the game, but it's the notice". The Premier League said on Monday it recorded 36 new Covid-19 cases last week even as the English top-flight season continues without pause despite a surge in infections across the country and numerous fixtures being postponed. (more...)
Nadal and Djokovic, stars of an ATP Cup with 12 countries
- January 12, 2021
He will now play in Melbourne 2, one of two ATP 250 events being held alongside the ATP Cup. The inaugural event a year ago featured 24 teams and was played in three Australian cities, with Djokovic's Serbia team beating Nadal and Spain in the final at Sydney's Ken Rosewall Arena. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
He will now play in Melbourne 2, one of two ATP 250 events being held alongside the ATP Cup. The inaugural event a year ago featured 24 teams and was played in three Australian cities, with Djokovic's Serbia team beating Nadal and Spain in the final at Sydney's Ken Rosewall Arena. (more...)
Cowboys pick ex-Atlanta coach Quinn as defensive coordinator
- January 12, 2021
He was sacked in October after a Week 5 loss dropped the Falcons to 0-5. One of those losses was to the Cowboys. Quinn, 50, was sacked by the Falcons five games into the 2020 season with an 0-5 record. Despite Nolan being a close friend of McCarthy's, the Cowboys made a decision to move on from him in hopes to find someone who could turn around the defense. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
He was sacked in October after a Week 5 loss dropped the Falcons to 0-5. One of those losses was to the Cowboys. Quinn, 50, was sacked by the Falcons five games into the 2020 season with an 0-5 record. Despite Nolan being a close friend of McCarthy's, the Cowboys made a decision to move on from him in hopes to find someone who could turn around the defense. (more...)
‘Unbelievable’: DeVonta Smith’s huge half fuels Alabama to national championship victory
- January 12, 2021
The celebration was at once familiar and unique. Given the stakes, the performance of the Buckeyes' defense will go down as the worst in program history. But here's how it ended: For one night at Hard Rock Stadium, Alabama made the Buckeyes look like the rest of college football - outmatched and devoid of any answers against a superior opponent. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
The celebration was at once familiar and unique. Given the stakes, the performance of the Buckeyes' defense will go down as the worst in program history. But here's how it ended: For one night at Hard Rock Stadium, Alabama made the Buckeyes look like the rest of college football - outmatched and devoid of any answers against a superior opponent. (more...)
Mick Schumacher follows father Michael into F1 with Haas 2021 drive
- January 12, 2021
The test took place in Bahrain in early April and, unusually for a the desert circuit, was partly rained off. A dramatic turnaround in form midway through the 2018 F3 season saw Schumacher win multiple races, raising eyebrows and leading Ticktum to accuse Prema of cheating, arguing Schumacher had an unfair advantage because of his name. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
The test took place in Bahrain in early April and, unusually for a the desert circuit, was partly rained off. A dramatic turnaround in form midway through the 2018 F3 season saw Schumacher win multiple races, raising eyebrows and leading Ticktum to accuse Prema of cheating, arguing Schumacher had an unfair advantage because of his name. (more...)
F1 reveals revised 2021 calendar as Imola return confirmed
- January 12, 2021
The start of the 2021 Formula 1 season will be delayed following a decision to postpone the Australian Grand Prix over COVID-19 concerns. "The global pandemic has not yet allowed life to return to normal, but we showed in 2020 that we can race safely as the first worldwide sport to return and we have the experience and plans in place to deliver on our season". (more...)
- January 12, 2021
The start of the 2021 Formula 1 season will be delayed following a decision to postpone the Australian Grand Prix over COVID-19 concerns. "The global pandemic has not yet allowed life to return to normal, but we showed in 2020 that we can race safely as the first worldwide sport to return and we have the experience and plans in place to deliver on our season". (more...)
Prospects to Watch in College Football Playoff National Championship Game
- January 12, 2021
Fields has said he was feeling better than expected the day after the game and he will be good to go Monday night. Smith had 12 catches for 215 yards and three touchdowns in the first half. Alabama made it to the Rose Bowl, which because of the pandemic was played not Pasadena but in Texas. During a 2008 interview, he remembered being in an English class as a freshman with Allison Krause, one of four students killed by Ohio National Guard troops during a May 4, 1970, anti-war protest at ... (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Fields has said he was feeling better than expected the day after the game and he will be good to go Monday night. Smith had 12 catches for 215 yards and three touchdowns in the first half. Alabama made it to the Rose Bowl, which because of the pandemic was played not Pasadena but in Texas. During a 2008 interview, he remembered being in an English class as a freshman with Allison Krause, one of four students killed by Ohio National Guard troops during a May 4, 1970, anti-war protest at ... (more...)
Qualifier Harrison stuns top seed Garin at Delray Beach
- January 12, 2021
The victory was the second career ATP Tour victory for the 28-year-old Ecuadorian, who played at the University of Southern California. " I just can't wait to keep playing and hopefully have a good healthy next couple of years ". Harrison regrouped against Mager after losing serve in the first game, when he double-faulted twice. "I just thought about just going to play each point", Harrison said. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
The victory was the second career ATP Tour victory for the 28-year-old Ecuadorian, who played at the University of Southern California. " I just can't wait to keep playing and hopefully have a good healthy next couple of years ". Harrison regrouped against Mager after losing serve in the first game, when he double-faulted twice. "I just thought about just going to play each point", Harrison said. (more...)
Elina Svitolina defeats Vera Zvonareva at Abu Dhabi Open
- January 12, 2021
The defending Australian Open champion defeated 13th-seeded Yulia Putintseva of Kazakhstan 3-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-4. I was so sure of myself, "Gasanova said of her decisive victory". Svitolina is expected to face another opponent from Russia - Veronika Kudermetova . It was a vintage display from the former No.2, who was facing her first Top 10 opponent since defeating Karolina Pliskova at 2018 Moscow. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
The defending Australian Open champion defeated 13th-seeded Yulia Putintseva of Kazakhstan 3-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-4. I was so sure of myself, "Gasanova said of her decisive victory". Svitolina is expected to face another opponent from Russia - Veronika Kudermetova . It was a vintage display from the former No.2, who was facing her first Top 10 opponent since defeating Karolina Pliskova at 2018 Moscow. (more...)
Ronaldo sets another goalscoring mark with late strike in Juventus win
- January 12, 2021
Juventus manager Andrea Pirlo has told his players to show their "mental strength" ahead of their Serie A showdown with Sassuolo on Sunday. Ronaldo struck once in the match, and as a result, Juventus won the match 3-1 to move to the fourth spot with 33 points from 16 matches. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Juventus manager Andrea Pirlo has told his players to show their "mental strength" ahead of their Serie A showdown with Sassuolo on Sunday. Ronaldo struck once in the match, and as a result, Juventus won the match 3-1 to move to the fourth spot with 33 points from 16 matches. (more...)
LaMelo Ball youngest with triple-double as Hornets clip Hawks
- January 12, 2021
I also think that when Ball plays 31 minutes - as he did Saturday - he is a starter in every sense except hearing his name announced before games. Coming into the game against the Hawks , Ball was averaging 11.8 points, 5.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
I also think that when Ball plays 31 minutes - as he did Saturday - he is a starter in every sense except hearing his name announced before games. Coming into the game against the Hawks , Ball was averaging 11.8 points, 5.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists. (more...)
Haas team reacts to Mazepin video on Instagram
- January 12, 2021
However, his seat may now be in jeopardy. The clip shows the Russian sitting in the back seat of a auto where he reaches and grabs a woman sitting next to him inappropriately by the chest. "I am sorry for the offence I've caused and the embarrassment I have brought to the Haas team. I promise I will learn from this", concluded Haas's future F1 driver. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
However, his seat may now be in jeopardy. The clip shows the Russian sitting in the back seat of a auto where he reaches and grabs a woman sitting next to him inappropriately by the chest. "I am sorry for the offence I've caused and the embarrassment I have brought to the Haas team. I promise I will learn from this", concluded Haas's future F1 driver. (more...)
Another crowd complaint from Team India, fans asked to leave SCG
- January 12, 2021
Earlier on Saturday, the Indian team had lodged an official complaint after bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj complained of hearing racist slurs while fielding near the boundary ropes. "Everybody should take responsibility for it, but us being people in the public eye I guess have got a responsibility to lead from the front in that space". (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Earlier on Saturday, the Indian team had lodged an official complaint after bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj complained of hearing racist slurs while fielding near the boundary ropes. "Everybody should take responsibility for it, but us being people in the public eye I guess have got a responsibility to lead from the front in that space". (more...)
Doug Pederson out as Eagles coach
- January 12, 2021
Eagles Head coach Doug Pederson has been fired, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. "I have spent the last few weeks evaluating everything from this past year and looking ahead", said Lurie in an official statement . The Eagles hired him in January 2016 after abruptly firing Chip Kelly a month earlier. Since then, Pederson's teams have posted middling results. The Eagles made the playoffs each of those years and went 1-2. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Eagles Head coach Doug Pederson has been fired, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. "I have spent the last few weeks evaluating everything from this past year and looking ahead", said Lurie in an official statement . The Eagles hired him in January 2016 after abruptly firing Chip Kelly a month earlier. Since then, Pederson's teams have posted middling results. The Eagles made the playoffs each of those years and went 1-2. (more...)
Australia skipper Tim Paine calls draw with India 'tough to swallow'
- January 12, 2021
Ashwin & Vihari Showed Character: Ajinkya Rahane " Special mention to Vihari and Ashwin. "The way they batted in the end and showed character was really good to see". Australia regained the advantage after Pant and Pujara were dismissed by Nathan Lyon and Josh Hazlewood respectively to leave India on 272-5. "Last night, when I went to bed with a sore back, I was just telling myself that "if I can just keep dead batting like how Faf du Plessis did in Adelaide, I can give myself a good ... (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Ashwin & Vihari Showed Character: Ajinkya Rahane " Special mention to Vihari and Ashwin. "The way they batted in the end and showed character was really good to see". Australia regained the advantage after Pant and Pujara were dismissed by Nathan Lyon and Josh Hazlewood respectively to leave India on 272-5. "Last night, when I went to bed with a sore back, I was just telling myself that "if I can just keep dead batting like how Faf du Plessis did in Adelaide, I can give myself a good ... (more...)
Have Brighton trumped Man Utd for IDV starlet Moises Caicedo?
- January 12, 2021
Moreover, London clubs Chelsea and West Ham United have also made a decision to not spend on the teenager. Brighton have links with Independiente having signed their striker Billy Arce in August 2018, with the 22-year-old on loan at Liga de Quito back in Ecuador. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Moreover, London clubs Chelsea and West Ham United have also made a decision to not spend on the teenager. Brighton have links with Independiente having signed their striker Billy Arce in August 2018, with the 22-year-old on loan at Liga de Quito back in Ecuador. (more...)
What Oregon needs in its new defensive coordinator
- January 11, 2021
While Boise State vetted several candidates, they settled on Avalos. He racked up 365 career tackles and was named an All-WAC first-team selection in 2003 and 2004. 20 nationally with 24 takeaways. OR additionally led the Pac-12 in the two interceptions and constrained turnovers in Avalos' first year and have won the Pac-12 title in every one of his two seasons. (more...)
- January 11, 2021
While Boise State vetted several candidates, they settled on Avalos. He racked up 365 career tackles and was named an All-WAC first-team selection in 2003 and 2004. 20 nationally with 24 takeaways. OR additionally led the Pac-12 in the two interceptions and constrained turnovers in Avalos' first year and have won the Pac-12 title in every one of his two seasons. (more...)
Bill Belichick to receive Medal of Freedom from President Trump, reports say
- January 11, 2021
The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor in the US and is given to "individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the security or national interests of America, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors", according to the White House. (more...)
- January 11, 2021
The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor in the US and is given to "individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the security or national interests of America, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors", according to the White House. (more...)
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