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Serena fights off Halep to reach US Open semi-finals
- September 09, 2016
Williams in the far court with set point in the first, and the difference in power is all too apparent as Serena delivers bomb after bomb, while Halep flies around the court. Simona Halep countered in the second set but couldn't handle Serena in the third. The encounter went on a single side in the opening set with Halep being unable to control her emotions thus letting Serena in charge. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Williams in the far court with set point in the first, and the difference in power is all too apparent as Serena delivers bomb after bomb, while Halep flies around the court. Simona Halep countered in the second set but couldn't handle Serena in the third. The encounter went on a single side in the opening set with Halep being unable to control her emotions thus letting Serena in charge. (more...)
US Open 2016: Novak Djokovic and Caroline Wozniacki reach the semi-finals
- September 09, 2016
Ninth-seeded Tsonga gave him more of a workout , but even before an apparent left knee injury began to trouble the Frenchman in the second set Djokovic had the match well in hand. On the potential of becoming No.1, Kerber said: "This would mean a lot for me". "I played so many matches this year, " said Djokovic, who had his new friends Ben Stiller and Hugh Jackman in his box. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Ninth-seeded Tsonga gave him more of a workout , but even before an apparent left knee injury began to trouble the Frenchman in the second set Djokovic had the match well in hand. On the potential of becoming No.1, Kerber said: "This would mean a lot for me". "I played so many matches this year, " said Djokovic, who had his new friends Ben Stiller and Hugh Jackman in his box. (more...)
Yankees hang on for 7-6 win against Blue Jays
- September 09, 2016
Gardner ran back, jumped and corralled the ball at the top of the padding. Gonzalez added two doubles for Houston, a major league-best 13-4 since August 19. He got Gerardo Parra to hit into a double play to end the game. "It doesn't matter who's hitting". Hunter Pence followed with an infield single off closer Adam Ottavino (0-2), who was then replaced by lefty Boone Logan. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Gardner ran back, jumped and corralled the ball at the top of the padding. Gonzalez added two doubles for Houston, a major league-best 13-4 since August 19. He got Gerardo Parra to hit into a double play to end the game. "It doesn't matter who's hitting". Hunter Pence followed with an infield single off closer Adam Ottavino (0-2), who was then replaced by lefty Boone Logan. (more...)
Jurgen Klopp blames Sturridge's interrupted pre-season for cameo role
- September 09, 2016
The England global played in a right-wing role last weekend as Liverpool lost 2-0 to Burnley and the striker came out and emphasised that his best position is as a striker. "He has still to adapt and learn the position", he said. "But there's no big mountain for him". "Ultimately, we're disappointed", Milner said. "Even though he's from Holland, he's proper English!" Lallana, 28, has a goal and an assist to begin the Premier League campaign, with his side following up their win at ... (more...)
- September 09, 2016
The England global played in a right-wing role last weekend as Liverpool lost 2-0 to Burnley and the striker came out and emphasised that his best position is as a striker. "He has still to adapt and learn the position", he said. "But there's no big mountain for him". "Ultimately, we're disappointed", Milner said. "Even though he's from Holland, he's proper English!" Lallana, 28, has a goal and an assist to begin the Premier League campaign, with his side following up their win at ... (more...)
Islam Slimani set to go in at the deep end for Leicester
- September 09, 2016
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he has no problem with Mamadou Sakho but the defender has to regain fitness to stand a chance of a first-team return. One only needs to think back on Jamie Vardy's wonder goal at the King Power Stadium last season to see that they've got something special going on they'll be looking to get their mojo workin' after slow start to the campaign. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he has no problem with Mamadou Sakho but the defender has to regain fitness to stand a chance of a first-team return. One only needs to think back on Jamie Vardy's wonder goal at the King Power Stadium last season to see that they've got something special going on they'll be looking to get their mojo workin' after slow start to the campaign. (more...)
Islam Slimani set to go in at the deep end for Leicester
- September 09, 2016
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he has no problem with Mamadou Sakho but the defender has to regain fitness to stand a chance of a first-team return. One only needs to think back on Jamie Vardy's wonder goal at the King Power Stadium last season to see that they've got something special going on they'll be looking to get their mojo workin' after slow start to the campaign. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he has no problem with Mamadou Sakho but the defender has to regain fitness to stand a chance of a first-team return. One only needs to think back on Jamie Vardy's wonder goal at the King Power Stadium last season to see that they've got something special going on they'll be looking to get their mojo workin' after slow start to the campaign. (more...)
FSU Recovers from 28-6 deficit to beat Ole Miss
- September 09, 2016
The No. 11 Ole Miss Rebels were defeated by the No. 4 Florida State Seminoles 34-45 in the Camping World Kickoff Monday Night. He picked apart Ole Miss' defense and led four scoring drives. . Duke's Dave Brown (1989) and Clemson's Charlie Whitehurst (2002) also threw for over 400 yards in their first start but they had played as freshmen. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
The No. 11 Ole Miss Rebels were defeated by the No. 4 Florida State Seminoles 34-45 in the Camping World Kickoff Monday Night. He picked apart Ole Miss' defense and led four scoring drives. . Duke's Dave Brown (1989) and Clemson's Charlie Whitehurst (2002) also threw for over 400 yards in their first start but they had played as freshmen. (more...)
Five not-Serena Williams women to watch at the US Open
- September 09, 2016
Seeded second in NY, she is one of three players with a chance to seize the number one ranking if Williams falters. Djokovic begins his US Open campaign against big-serving Jerzy Janowicz of Poland, whose ranking has slipped to 228 in the world after a lengthy struggle with a knee injury. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Seeded second in NY, she is one of three players with a chance to seize the number one ranking if Williams falters. Djokovic begins his US Open campaign against big-serving Jerzy Janowicz of Poland, whose ranking has slipped to 228 in the world after a lengthy struggle with a knee injury. (more...)
No chance City will sign more players, says Guardiola
- September 09, 2016
Hart, the long-time number one at the Etihad Stadium, lost his place to Willy Caballero for the first two league games of the season, although he did play in the midweek Champions League defeat of Steaua Bucharest. Now the Daily Mail are reporting that Hart, who is keen to leave on loan and open to a move overseas, is the subject of interest from Italian side Torino. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Hart, the long-time number one at the Etihad Stadium, lost his place to Willy Caballero for the first two league games of the season, although he did play in the midweek Champions League defeat of Steaua Bucharest. Now the Daily Mail are reporting that Hart, who is keen to leave on loan and open to a move overseas, is the subject of interest from Italian side Torino. (more...)
Strasburg feels pinch in elbow, Nats beat Braves in 11th
- September 09, 2016
Most importantly, they still had Trea Turner as one of the three regulars left in Monday's lineup, and the dazzling rookie continued his second-half tear with perhaps the finest performance of his brief major league career in support of Max Scherzer , who didn't have his usual swing-and-miss stuff but overcame early turbulence to muzzle a Braves offense that has ranked second in the National League in runs scored since August 2 for his 16th win. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Most importantly, they still had Trea Turner as one of the three regulars left in Monday's lineup, and the dazzling rookie continued his second-half tear with perhaps the finest performance of his brief major league career in support of Max Scherzer , who didn't have his usual swing-and-miss stuff but overcame early turbulence to muzzle a Braves offense that has ranked second in the National League in runs scored since August 2 for his 16th win. (more...)
Peter Schmeichel: Pep Guardiola was boring, lucky...and clever
- September 09, 2016
The last time the two managers - who have both won two European Cups each - faced each other was in the Uefa Super Cup in 2013. Many assumed that new coach Guardiola would shift Touré on, as he had done whilst the pair were at Barcelona. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
The last time the two managers - who have both won two European Cups each - faced each other was in the Uefa Super Cup in 2013. Many assumed that new coach Guardiola would shift Touré on, as he had done whilst the pair were at Barcelona. (more...)
Chris Sutton slams Wayne Rooney's Slovakia performance: 'He's killing Harry Kane'
- September 09, 2016
While making it to the finals in Russian Federation shouldn't be a problem, given the recent failings of England bosses at major tournaments, you sense Allardyce will need more than a lucky penny to steer this group of players to glory. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
While making it to the finals in Russian Federation shouldn't be a problem, given the recent failings of England bosses at major tournaments, you sense Allardyce will need more than a lucky penny to steer this group of players to glory. (more...)
Andrei Arlovski vs Josh Barnett
- September 09, 2016
But, sometimes they just turn out to be the least exciting. The fight will be on the UFC Fight Pass Main Card at noon Saturday. So, I'd like to consider this series something of my ongoing resume. Jan Blachowicz: "I'm really excited about this fight". Wallhead has been made to wait for his chance in the UFC for someone who made their MMA debut way back in 2005, but the welterweight says he can not wait for Hamburg . (more...)
- September 09, 2016
But, sometimes they just turn out to be the least exciting. The fight will be on the UFC Fight Pass Main Card at noon Saturday. So, I'd like to consider this series something of my ongoing resume. Jan Blachowicz: "I'm really excited about this fight". Wallhead has been made to wait for his chance in the UFC for someone who made their MMA debut way back in 2005, but the welterweight says he can not wait for Hamburg . (more...)
Redskins' Jones makes progress, hopes to play vs. Steelers
- September 09, 2016
The fact that he was able to fully participate on Thursday is a good sign for a Redskins team that enters the season without any major injuries. The Washington Redskins open the 2016 season at home against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The fact he shed it just a day later suggests Jones is on track to start next Monday's game against Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh Steelers defensive line has had a few key injuries leading into Week 1, but two of those players are planning on practicing ... (more...)
- September 09, 2016
The fact that he was able to fully participate on Thursday is a good sign for a Redskins team that enters the season without any major injuries. The Washington Redskins open the 2016 season at home against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The fact he shed it just a day later suggests Jones is on track to start next Monday's game against Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh Steelers defensive line has had a few key injuries leading into Week 1, but two of those players are planning on practicing ... (more...)
Royals fall to the Tigers in another one-run home loss
- September 09, 2016
It's definitely a September feel. We just thought let NY look at it and see what they think. Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera jogs home past Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez to score on a single by Justin Upton during the third inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
It's definitely a September feel. We just thought let NY look at it and see what they think. Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera jogs home past Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez to score on a single by Justin Upton during the third inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. (more...)
Rays blow early lead, waste rally in loss to Red Sox
- September 09, 2016
The Rays tied the game when Boston manager John Farrell decided not to use closer Craig Kimbrel for a four-out save with setup man Brad Ziegler sidelined by the flu.Junichi Tazawa replaced Fernando Abad with the bases loaded and two out and allowed a two-run single by Logan Forsythe , who homered earlier.Tazawa (3-2) wound up with the win and Kimbrel pitched a flawless ninth for his 24th save.The Red Sox, playing for the 23rd straight day before heading out on their second West Coast trip ... (more...)
- September 09, 2016
The Rays tied the game when Boston manager John Farrell decided not to use closer Craig Kimbrel for a four-out save with setup man Brad Ziegler sidelined by the flu.Junichi Tazawa replaced Fernando Abad with the bases loaded and two out and allowed a two-run single by Logan Forsythe , who homered earlier.Tazawa (3-2) wound up with the win and Kimbrel pitched a flawless ninth for his 24th save.The Red Sox, playing for the 23rd straight day before heading out on their second West Coast trip ... (more...)
Twins stave off sweep with win over Royals
- September 09, 2016
MARINERS 14, RANGERS 6: Robinson Cano homered during a five-run first inning, the Mariners knocked out starter Cole Hamels early and then Seattle pulled away with a six-run sixth inning in a 14-6 win over the AL West-leading Texas Rangers on Monday. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
MARINERS 14, RANGERS 6: Robinson Cano homered during a five-run first inning, the Mariners knocked out starter Cole Hamels early and then Seattle pulled away with a six-run sixth inning in a 14-6 win over the AL West-leading Texas Rangers on Monday. (more...)
National Football League commissioner treads lightly on Kaepernick's anthem protest
- September 09, 2016
Kaepernick's protest sparked outrage among critics who found his snub of the national anthem to be both unpatriotic and disrespectful toward US military service members. He also specifically addressed his girlfriend being an influence on him. The one-time Super Bowl quarterback wrote Tuesday on Instagram that he plans to donate all the money he makes from jersey sales "back into the communities". (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Kaepernick's protest sparked outrage among critics who found his snub of the national anthem to be both unpatriotic and disrespectful toward US military service members. He also specifically addressed his girlfriend being an influence on him. The one-time Super Bowl quarterback wrote Tuesday on Instagram that he plans to donate all the money he makes from jersey sales "back into the communities". (more...)
Galvis helps Phillies beat sliding Marlins 6-2
- September 09, 2016
The Phillies have won five of his past six starts, and he overcame a 2-8 start to reach the 10-win mark for the first time. Ichiro Suzuki tripled in the first and scored Prado's groundout. "Cesar had a couple of hits and we had a couple of men in scoring position, but couldn't get them in". The Phillies cashed in with a bases-loaded sacrifice fly by Joseph and an RBI single by Galvis. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
The Phillies have won five of his past six starts, and he overcame a 2-8 start to reach the 10-win mark for the first time. Ichiro Suzuki tripled in the first and scored Prado's groundout. "Cesar had a couple of hits and we had a couple of men in scoring position, but couldn't get them in". The Phillies cashed in with a bases-loaded sacrifice fly by Joseph and an RBI single by Galvis. (more...)
Caroline Wozniacki vs Angelique Kerber live stream, preview, prediction
- September 09, 2016
Sevastova had not won a match in NY since 2010 before this year and with her career unravelling she quit in May 2013 to study leisure management instead. "She looks fit, so it's going to be a tough one". On the brink of elimination, Madison Keys played ruthless tennis and she got rewarded for it. Caroline Wozniacki cruises, dropping only two games against Anastasija Sevastova to march on to the semifinals of the US Open. (more...)
- September 09, 2016
Sevastova had not won a match in NY since 2010 before this year and with her career unravelling she quit in May 2013 to study leisure management instead. "She looks fit, so it's going to be a tough one". On the brink of elimination, Madison Keys played ruthless tennis and she got rewarded for it. Caroline Wozniacki cruises, dropping only two games against Anastasija Sevastova to march on to the semifinals of the US Open. (more...)
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