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Playoffs begin with eye toward PGA Tour player of the year
- August 25, 2016
Below are a few names to watch out for as the FedExCup Playoffs get underway in NY this week. Five weeks later, it will be time for the big goal. "Everyone's got their mind on East Lake [site of the Tour Championship]", said Justin Rose, fresh off a gold medal in Rio, to reporters in NY. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Below are a few names to watch out for as the FedExCup Playoffs get underway in NY this week. Five weeks later, it will be time for the big goal. "Everyone's got their mind on East Lake [site of the Tour Championship]", said Justin Rose, fresh off a gold medal in Rio, to reporters in NY. (more...)
Will Power wins IndyCar race at Pocono; closes points gap
- August 25, 2016
LONG POND, Pa . (AP) - Will Power can't seem to do any wrong, which means IndyCar has another serious points race looming. The ABC Supply 500 has been delayed until Monday (22nd August) at the Pocono Raceway due to heavy rain suspending the action on Sunday. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
LONG POND, Pa . (AP) - Will Power can't seem to do any wrong, which means IndyCar has another serious points race looming. The ABC Supply 500 has been delayed until Monday (22nd August) at the Pocono Raceway due to heavy rain suspending the action on Sunday. (more...)
Three players Arsene Wenger needs to send out on-loan
- August 25, 2016
I spend £300m if I have £300m and I find the player. "What matters to me is when you have a club with 600 employees you have the money to pay them at the end of the month". "They are highly influenced by the media", he said . "It's as simple as that". He should have sent off Francis Coquelin for a second caution in the second half, while Hector Bellerin's tangle with Leicester substitute Ahmed Musa in the 88th minute was a clear penalty for the home team. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
I spend £300m if I have £300m and I find the player. "What matters to me is when you have a club with 600 employees you have the money to pay them at the end of the month". "They are highly influenced by the media", he said . "It's as simple as that". He should have sent off Francis Coquelin for a second caution in the second half, while Hector Bellerin's tangle with Leicester substitute Ahmed Musa in the 88th minute was a clear penalty for the home team. (more...)
Olympics-Athletics-South Africa's Semenya takes 800 metres gold
- August 25, 2016
In 2009, following a 800m World Champion win, an 18-year-old Semenya was forced into taking a humiliating test to "prove" her gender. The Indian runner Chand opens up about her hyperandrogenism - the only current athlete to do so - and challenges the IAAF on rules that limit women's naturally-occurring testosterone. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
In 2009, following a 800m World Champion win, an 18-year-old Semenya was forced into taking a humiliating test to "prove" her gender. The Indian runner Chand opens up about her hyperandrogenism - the only current athlete to do so - and challenges the IAAF on rules that limit women's naturally-occurring testosterone. (more...)
MQM chief surrenders party powers to Raabta Committee
- August 25, 2016
MQM supporters attacked three TV stations and clashed with police in Karachi after their self-exiled leader, Altaf Hussain, delivered a speech by phone from London against the Pakistani government on Monday night. Being imprisoned, Akhtar said he would request Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah to either give him an office at the Central Jail or pass a law so that he can exercise his mayoral duties. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
MQM supporters attacked three TV stations and clashed with police in Karachi after their self-exiled leader, Altaf Hussain, delivered a speech by phone from London against the Pakistani government on Monday night. Being imprisoned, Akhtar said he would request Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah to either give him an office at the Central Jail or pass a law so that he can exercise his mayoral duties. (more...)
Gokhan Tore awarded West Ham Man of the Match award
- August 25, 2016
The relentless pressure from the home side eventually told in the 84th minute when the unsafe Michail Antonio, back in his favoured wing position, came in round the back to head home a cross from the left from the impressive Gokhan Tore . West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic has disclosed that injured new signing Andre Ayew is expected back from the treatment room on December 1. West Ham finished this game with two young strikers on the field and Reece Oxford and Reece Burke sitting ... (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The relentless pressure from the home side eventually told in the 84th minute when the unsafe Michail Antonio, back in his favoured wing position, came in round the back to head home a cross from the left from the impressive Gokhan Tore . West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic has disclosed that injured new signing Andre Ayew is expected back from the treatment room on December 1. West Ham finished this game with two young strikers on the field and Reece Oxford and Reece Burke sitting ... (more...)
Germany beat Nigeria, face Brazil in final
- August 25, 2016
Brazil got off to a slow start at the Olympic tournament, being held to scoreless draws against South Africa and Iraq and becoming in danger of another early elimination two years after the humiliating loss to Germany at the World Cup. The Paris Saint-Germain player continued, " Brazil have what it takes to beat Germany ". Germany will enjoy plenty of possession and if Brazil can not get in front early, then it will be interesting to see how the hosts react. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Brazil got off to a slow start at the Olympic tournament, being held to scoreless draws against South Africa and Iraq and becoming in danger of another early elimination two years after the humiliating loss to Germany at the World Cup. The Paris Saint-Germain player continued, " Brazil have what it takes to beat Germany ". Germany will enjoy plenty of possession and if Brazil can not get in front early, then it will be interesting to see how the hosts react. (more...)
Harvick takes Bristol win, then celebrates with Stewart
- August 25, 2016
The weirdness didn't end there. Two distinct grooves existed, one upper groove and one lower groove that had improved grip thanks to a resin applied to an 18-inch-wide lane. Really. I think it turned us around this is a good adjustments on pit road. And they always going to and that I think that. This thing was good from the start of the weekend. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The weirdness didn't end there. Two distinct grooves existed, one upper groove and one lower groove that had improved grip thanks to a resin applied to an 18-inch-wide lane. Really. I think it turned us around this is a good adjustments on pit road. And they always going to and that I think that. This thing was good from the start of the weekend. (more...)
Clemson Ranked 2nd In AP Preseason Poll
- August 25, 2016
Reigning national champion Alabama is the preseason No. 1. None repeated as champ. Defending national champion Alabama is No. 1. 9 Consecutive seasons have seen Alabama in the No. This is the Huskies' 30th overall appearance in the AP preseason poll. The South Florida Bulls earned some votes to receive honorable mention. Coach Mark Richt was sacked and replaced by Alabama defensive coordinator Kirby Smart, a former Bulldogs safety. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Reigning national champion Alabama is the preseason No. 1. None repeated as champ. Defending national champion Alabama is No. 1. 9 Consecutive seasons have seen Alabama in the No. This is the Huskies' 30th overall appearance in the AP preseason poll. The South Florida Bulls earned some votes to receive honorable mention. Coach Mark Richt was sacked and replaced by Alabama defensive coordinator Kirby Smart, a former Bulldogs safety. (more...)
Fans hail Hart as Man City reach Champions League group phase
- August 25, 2016
We are men and we get on with it. "It's a situation, we have a top manager that the club has wanted for a long, long time for and he will have his opinion on things". It was a good night for everybody and Joe is included in that. "I'm here to take decisions". I can't deny what I feel. "I am so happy that today he played at the level he has". (more...)
- August 25, 2016
We are men and we get on with it. "It's a situation, we have a top manager that the club has wanted for a long, long time for and he will have his opinion on things". It was a good night for everybody and Joe is included in that. "I'm here to take decisions". I can't deny what I feel. "I am so happy that today he played at the level he has". (more...)
Rio Olympics 2016: Jamaican Elaine Thompson wins 100m gold
- August 25, 2016
Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce , who won this race at the last two Olympics and was seeking to become the first woman to ever win three-straight Olympic 100-meter races, came in third, at 10.89 seconds. "The hunger to be the best they can be every day has pushed us to a new level". He took discus gold on the penultimate throw of the competition with a personal best 68.05m ahead of world champion Piotr Malachowski of Poland and Germany's Daniel Jasinski. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce , who won this race at the last two Olympics and was seeking to become the first woman to ever win three-straight Olympic 100-meter races, came in third, at 10.89 seconds. "The hunger to be the best they can be every day has pushed us to a new level". He took discus gold on the penultimate throw of the competition with a personal best 68.05m ahead of world champion Piotr Malachowski of Poland and Germany's Daniel Jasinski. (more...)
Rajnath Singh to interact with all stakeholders in Kashmir
- August 25, 2016
The relaxation in weeks of curfew and Home Minister's planned visit followed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement on Monday that "there has to a dialogue" for a "permanent and lasting solution" to the problem within the framework of the Constitution of India. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The relaxation in weeks of curfew and Home Minister's planned visit followed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement on Monday that "there has to a dialogue" for a "permanent and lasting solution" to the problem within the framework of the Constitution of India. (more...)
Donald Glover, Final Five Play Hungry Hungry Humans with Fallon
- August 25, 2016
Fallon even created a new (entirely fake) Olympic sport for the girls to play with him called "Hungry, Hungry Humans ", an obvious play on the children's game " Hungry, Hungry Hippos ". After a dominant performance in Rio, the "Final Five" returned home this week. Gold medalist and Olympic sweetheart Simon Biles actually came in third place, but we're going to guess that had more to do with the fact that Fallon was her partner instead of one of her own teammates. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Fallon even created a new (entirely fake) Olympic sport for the girls to play with him called "Hungry, Hungry Humans ", an obvious play on the children's game " Hungry, Hungry Hippos ". After a dominant performance in Rio, the "Final Five" returned home this week. Gold medalist and Olympic sweetheart Simon Biles actually came in third place, but we're going to guess that had more to do with the fact that Fallon was her partner instead of one of her own teammates. (more...)
Zlatan Ibrahimovic stars as Manchester United turn on style against Bournemouth
- August 25, 2016
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is "at the top of his qualities" and can spearhead Manchester United's trophy drive both at home and in Europe, according to Jose Mourinho. However, the France worldwide is set to line up in United's starting eleven against Southampton on Friday and Mourinho is looking forward to giving game time to all his squad when the cup games start in September. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is "at the top of his qualities" and can spearhead Manchester United's trophy drive both at home and in Europe, according to Jose Mourinho. However, the France worldwide is set to line up in United's starting eleven against Southampton on Friday and Mourinho is looking forward to giving game time to all his squad when the cup games start in September. (more...)
Jurgen Klopp won't ring changes for Liverpool's tie with Burton
- August 25, 2016
The size of the tasking facing Burton, a non-League club just seven years ago, was not lost on Clough pre-match. Liverpool fans have been quick to take the player's side in the argument, showing their support for a player who is coming up to 10 years at Anfield and has played more than 300 games for the club. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The size of the tasking facing Burton, a non-League club just seven years ago, was not lost on Clough pre-match. Liverpool fans have been quick to take the player's side in the argument, showing their support for a player who is coming up to 10 years at Anfield and has played more than 300 games for the club. (more...)
Purdy: A beach volleyball dynasty comes to an end
- August 25, 2016
As waves crashed nearby, Agatha and Barbara , the reigning world champions, defeated Walsh Jennings and Ross, 22-20, 21-18, to advance to the gold-medal game. "I was just too quick with the ball", Walsh Jennings said. After hugging their opponents, Walsh Jennings slapped hands with some courtside volunteers and then found a US cheering section in the corner of the 12,000-seat arena built on the beach that serves as the sport's spiritual home. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
As waves crashed nearby, Agatha and Barbara , the reigning world champions, defeated Walsh Jennings and Ross, 22-20, 21-18, to advance to the gold-medal game. "I was just too quick with the ball", Walsh Jennings said. After hugging their opponents, Walsh Jennings slapped hands with some courtside volunteers and then found a US cheering section in the corner of the 12,000-seat arena built on the beach that serves as the sport's spiritual home. (more...)
Olympics therapeutic for Warriors' Kevin Durant
- August 25, 2016
So will he come back for a shot at his third gold medal and the scoring title in 2020? The same goes for just about everyone who was part of the Select Team that participated in Team USA's Las Vegas training camp last month - including players like D'Angelo Russell, Jahlil Okafor and Emmanuel Mudiay, who are coming off their rookie seasons - as well as incoming rookies Brandon Ingram, Kris Dunn and Denzel Valentine. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
So will he come back for a shot at his third gold medal and the scoring title in 2020? The same goes for just about everyone who was part of the Select Team that participated in Team USA's Las Vegas training camp last month - including players like D'Angelo Russell, Jahlil Okafor and Emmanuel Mudiay, who are coming off their rookie seasons - as well as incoming rookies Brandon Ingram, Kris Dunn and Denzel Valentine. (more...)
Olympic flag arrives in Tokyo, host of next Summer Games
- August 25, 2016
Smiling and waving athletes danced into the Maracana stadium to launch an all-night party after the Rio Games were described by Olympics chief Thomas Bach as "marvellous". The country celebrated long and loud when Neymar won a gold-medal penalty shoot-out against Germany to erase memories of their 7-1World Cup semi-final humiliation in 2014. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
Smiling and waving athletes danced into the Maracana stadium to launch an all-night party after the Rio Games were described by Olympics chief Thomas Bach as "marvellous". The country celebrated long and loud when Neymar won a gold-medal penalty shoot-out against Germany to erase memories of their 7-1World Cup semi-final humiliation in 2014. (more...)
Victor Moses senses fresh Chelsea start under Conte
- August 25, 2016
The Belgian is awarded his first start, and makes good of his chance - netting two goals in 12 minutes, either side of Victor Moses' close-range strike. Bristol Rovers named an unchanged eleven against Southend United. With the scores at 3-2, Chelsea had to hold on for dear life for the remainder of the match as the visitors stayed solid and denied Conte's men further goalscoring opportunities. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
The Belgian is awarded his first start, and makes good of his chance - netting two goals in 12 minutes, either side of Victor Moses' close-range strike. Bristol Rovers named an unchanged eleven against Southend United. With the scores at 3-2, Chelsea had to hold on for dear life for the remainder of the match as the visitors stayed solid and denied Conte's men further goalscoring opportunities. (more...)
England beat Pakistan to win 1st ODI
- August 25, 2016
England captain Eoin Morgan made a decision to bring part-time spinner Joe Root on ahead of specialist slow bowlers Moeen Ali and Adil Rashid. There are also selection matters to be resolved in the longer form of the game for England .Several players in the squad will be hoping good one-day performances can press their Test case whilst others returning from injury will want to pull up well too. (more...)
- August 25, 2016
England captain Eoin Morgan made a decision to bring part-time spinner Joe Root on ahead of specialist slow bowlers Moeen Ali and Adil Rashid. There are also selection matters to be resolved in the longer form of the game for England .Several players in the squad will be hoping good one-day performances can press their Test case whilst others returning from injury will want to pull up well too. (more...)
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