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Novak Djokovic complains of 'hole' on Centre Court

July 14, 2017

Novak Djokovic is considering taking a break from competitive tennis to recover after a long-standing elbow injury forced him out of Wimbledon on Wednesday. He also managed to move past one really bad mistake in the third-set tiebreaker: an overhead that he dumped into the bottom of the net. Legit beef? "Hard to say just from watching, but to me, it looks like Centre Court is in better condition than it ever has been".

Donegal fighter signs new UFC contract

July 14, 2017

With Conor McGregor potentially vacating the title he won in NY last November sooner rather than later, if Duffy can put a string of victories together during this deal, a shot at the 155-pound belt at some stage isn't completely out of the question.

Knicks to bring on Scott Perry as new general manager

July 14, 2017

The Knicks met with Perry Thursday after requesting and receiving permission from the Sacramento Kings to interview him for their front-office vacancy created when they parted ways with Phil Jackson last month. Perry has worked in the NBA since 2000, working his way up the ranks from scout to vice president of basketball operations with the Detroit Pistons.

Knicks targeting Kings vice president Scott Perry for GM role, per report

July 14, 2017

Ever since former Cleveland Cavaliers general manager David Griffin turned down the job in NY, there has been plenty of uncertainty surrounding Phil Jackson's old job. Perry is well respected around the National Basketball Association world, and has worked in numerous front offices, but he just joined the Kings back in April, which makes this news a bit surprising.

SEC Media Days: Auburn Talks Upcoming Season, Bentley Ready for Sophomore Year

July 14, 2017

Judging by Malzahn's demeanor and words Thursday, he likes Stidham. He wasn't just sitting back worrying about himself he really got the team involved. "That would be the biggest area I would think about improving next season". "Our team is hungry", Malzahn said. "That's what everything is dependent on".

Spurs renounce rights to Jonathon Simmons, making him unrestricted free agent

July 14, 2017

The Vertical first reported the Spurs' decision to renounce Simmons' contract. Simmons can now sign with any team he wants without the Spurs having the right to match the offer. He finished with a playoff career-high 22 points, three rebounds and three assists in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals against the #Golden State Warriors .

Real Madrid, James Rodriguez ha rinnovato prima di trasferirsi al Bayern

July 14, 2017

Ieri per James Rodriguez è stata senza dubbio una giornata carica di emozioni. Lo riferisce il sito ufficiale del club tedesco. Il Bayern Monaco ha ufficializzato la conclusione della trattativa per portare in Germania il centrocampista offensivo James Rodriguez .

Xavi advises Barcelona against move for Hector Bellerin

July 14, 2017

But former midfielder Xavi says that the Catalan club should avoid re-signing players who left as teenagers for regular football. Bellerin is set for a late return to pre-season with Arsenal - who are aiming to win a first Premier League title in 14 years - after playing for Spain in the European Under-21 Championships this summer.

Sevilla seal move for French right-back Sebastien Corchia

July 14, 2017

Lille are expected to complete the signing of Santos' Thiago Maia in the next few days after the two clubs moved closer on their valuation of the 20-year-old midfielder. He becomes the club's fourth summer signing following the arrivals of Ever Banega, Guido Pizarro and Luis Muriel. Part of their spending has been offset by the sale of Vicente Iborra to Leicester City for around €14m.

Alonso cops Silverstone penalty to boost Hungary hopes

July 14, 2017

Honda , struggling with performance and reliability, is keen to try to avoid penalties at the Hungaroring in two weeks' time because it expects it to be one of the most competitive races for McLaren . Alonso will be using the newest-spec internal combustion engine - known as Phase Three. Alonso will start the Silverstone weekend with a Phase Three internal combustion engine fitted with a Phase Two MGU-H and Honda has yet to reveal what other changes it will make after that.

Rays OF Colby Rasmus steps away from baseball

July 14, 2017

Rasmus was having a good season until mid-June, when he began experiencing pain in the hip he had surgery on last offseason. Per Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times , Rasmus is not expected to return during the 2017 season. In just 37 games, Rasmus was hitting.281/.318/.579 with seven doubles, a triple and nine homers. In addition to the Astros and Rays, Rasmus has played for the St.

Sven Bender joins Leverkusen to be reunited with twin brother Lars

July 14, 2017

Borussia Dortmund have announced on their website that Sven Bender has joined Bayer Leverkusen, for a reported fee in the region of €15m, which will see the 28-year-old link up with his twin brother at the BayArena next season. "He is an exceptionally experienced and versatile player who has proved his class in Dortmund last on the home defense position, and his quality and leadership will do well to our young team".

Ex-BCCI president Anurag Thakur tenders 'unconditional' apology to SC

July 14, 2017

On June 27, Justice R.M. Lodha Committee's recommendations, mandated by the Supreme Court, was to be made effective when members of the Indian cricket board chose to appoint fresh committee to see how quickly the principal order of Supreme Court can be implemented.

Wimbledon 2017: Rohan Bopanna advances to mixed doubles quarters, Sania Mirza loses

July 14, 2017

The 10th seeded pair Bopanna-Dabrowski will next face Henri Kontinen-Heather Watson in the quarter-final clash. Kontinen-Watson beat the fourth-seeded pair Sania-Dodig 7-6 (4), 6-4 to book the quarter-final berth. The Australian Open champions toppled French Open winners American Ryan Harrison and Kiwi Michael Venus 6-4 6-7 (5-7) 6-7 (4-7) 7-6 (9-7) 6-1. María José Martínez Sánchez and Marcelo Demoliner are also through, moving past Sabine Lisicki and John Peers in a 6-4, 3-6, 7-5 battle.

Gayle, Bravo, Pollard and Narine set for ODI return

July 14, 2017

Gayle, who recently returned in Windies colours after 15 months during the one-off T20I worldwide against India, said he is hopeful of representing Windies in future and wants to play the 2019 World Cup. Darren Bravo, who has not played a single Test since his infamous tweet against board president Dave Cameroon, has also agreed to delete that post to make a comeback.

Wimbledon: Sister Serena is helping me, insists record-seeking Venus Williams

July 14, 2017

Williams, who is 37 years old, made her Wimbledon debut a few months before Ostapenko was born. Konta v Williams are second on court, after the first semi-final between Garbine Muguruza and Magdalena Rybarikova . That would be an especially sweet moment for Venus , who has had to deal with a debilitating autoimmune disease for years, as well as her accidental involvement in a tragic auto crash that killed an elderly man in Florida last month.

Lakers sign Alex Caruso to a 2-year, 2-way deal

July 14, 2017

Alex Caruso , who wasn't selected in the 2015 NBA Draft, dazzled the fans in Las Vegas by scoring 18 points on 7-of-9 shooting (4-of-5 from 3-point range) to go with 9 assists, 4 rebounds and 4 steals. The Lakers had become enamored with Caruso's hustle and steady presence when he played last season for the Oklahoma City Blue of the G-League. He's also hit 44.4 percent of his 3-pointers.

Hurricanes close to selling for $500M

July 14, 2017

But seven months after joining the team, Greenberg was forced out and sold his share of the Rangers due to differences of opinion with management. Greenberg is the founder of Greenberg Sports Group and the former CEO of the Texas Rangers.

Bill Murray, Nick Offerman, David Ross celebrate Cubs ESPY win

July 13, 2017

As these seemingly off-the-cuff awards spots so often are, the bit was a little drawn-out and embarrassing-not unlike the Cubs' 108-year losing streak. For the rest of the time after that, they drank champagne and poured it on each other's heads. Ross opened his own champagne bottle with the sword and chugged as Cubs owner Tom Ricketts watched from the audience at Microsoft Theater.

Ross Barkley not in Everton squad

July 13, 2017

They face Kenyan side Gor Mahia on Thursday, where Wayne Rooney is expected to make his first appearance back in an Everton shirt. But the Dutchman has made no secret of his disdain for Barkley's ongoing contract saga, dropping the England worldwide on numerous occasions last term.

Wimbledon 2017: Officials ask players to show them their undies

July 14, 2017

Jurij Rodionov, 18, was getting ready to begin his boys singles match with Australian Blake Ennis when the start was delayed by the freaky request. The top seeds in the boys' doubles tournament, Zsombor Piros and Wu Yibing , both 17, had the audacity to do the unthinkable and turned up to the event wearing the wrong colour underwear.

Why I joined Arsenal preseason tour - Olivier Giroud

July 14, 2017

It is understood that West Ham, Marseille and AC Milan are also interested in the 30-year-old Premier League forward, who is said to be anxious that Alexandre Lacazette's arrival at the Emirates could cost him a place in Arsene Wenger's first team plans.

Trump says he gets along 'very, very well' with Putin

July 13, 2017

The person spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss Manafort's private interactions with the committee. Trump Jr . said there was no more to the meeting than a "wasted" 20 minutes. "As an example, if Hillary had won, our military would be decimated", the President told Pat Robertson in an interview to air Thursday. Trump is scheduled to commemorate Bastille Day celebrations today in France as the guest of President Emmanuel Macron.

Muguruza eliminates Kerber at Wimbledon

July 13, 2017

It's the kind of domination that looks unlikely to end Monday, July 10 (Tuesday, July 11, Manila time) when the 4th round takes place. At Wimbledon, though, Vandeweghe hasn't dropped a set. The German tackles 2015 runner-up Garbine Muguruza having survived a 3-set scare to see off Shelby Rogers in the 3rd round. Muguruza, the 2016 French Open champion, beat Kerber 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 in the fourth round on No.

Liverpool urged to seal transfer of Arsenal's Olivier Giroud by Dean Saunders

July 13, 2017

The Mirror claims that the European giants are "ready to make a move" for the French worldwide as they look to replace Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as he could be on his way to Chelsea . Sandro Ramirez looks to be the only traditional striker worthy of a first team spot at Goodison Park next season, so another striker has to be brought in before the end of the summer transfer window .

Brewers acquire LHP Tyler Webb from Yankees

July 13, 2017

In seven appearances for the Yankees this season, Webb tossed six innings, and permitted three runs (all earned) on three hits. Joel Sherman reports that 1B/OF prospect Garrett Cooper will be heading to NY to complete the deal. Cooper, 26, has put up monster numbers in Triple-A, batting.366/.428/.652 with 17 homers and 82 RBI in 75 games. He played his college baseball at Auburn University and was originally selected by Milwaukee in the sixth round of the 2013 MLB June Amateur Draft.

Former Oriole Sammy Sosa has a new look, and it's ... different

July 13, 2017

Sosa has become pink now, apparently, in his latest chromatic metamorphosis from what he was to whatever he's trying to be. Sosa has had to explain his lighter complextion in the past, but a recent interview has fans more concerned. The Michael Jackson-esque transformation is likely due to a facial cream. "This is what self-hate looks like: Sammy Sosa before and after", Twitter user, @LittleButTalawa tweeted out along with side-by-side photographs of Sosa during his years with the Cubs ...

Illegal procedure: Man caught with prostitute inside LSU's Tiger Stadium

July 13, 2017

Hamilton was arrested and now faces charges of unlawful entry into a place of business and solicitation of prostitution. Hamilton reportedly attempted to enter the stadium by climbing around a locker hatch on a mechanical ladder. Stadium security guards saw him, along with the prostitute, leave a vehicle and walk towards the stadium. Three men were arrested in Match for breaking in, and five juveniles were detained in February for the same.

Leeds United striker allowed to leave - four clubs interested

July 13, 2017

Leeds have beaten several La Liga clubs, including Eibar, Alaves and Real Betis, to Saiz's signature having moved for the attacking midfielder at the end of the Spanish season. Thus, regardless of how many attackers you bring in, you can not afford to let someone as technically gifted and creative as Hernandez leave as, as was proved last season, he played a significant part in their best finishing position since 2011.

Pfizer, Inc. (PFE) Position Maintained by Adams Asset Advisors LLC

July 13, 2017

It has underperformed by 19.46% the S&P500. Among 14 analysts covering Cree Inc. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eleven have issued a hold rating and ten have issued a buy rating to the company. It worsened, as 60 investors sold Pfizer Inc. shares while 672 reduced holdings. 115 funds opened positions while 711 raised stakes. The shares price has positioned -2.09% down over the past quarter while it has directed -0.66% toward a falling position throughout ...

Kansas State OL becomes second openly gay football player on FBS level

July 13, 2017

Incoming Arizona freshman DE My-King Johnson also is openly gay, per the report. The news stayed within the team for at least six months. "I came out to my teammates, and I've never felt so loved and so accepted ever in my life than when I did that".

Aru takes Tour lead (4)

July 13, 2017

Bardet is third overall, 25 seconds off the pace. Ireland's Dan Martin was right in contention for stage victory but couldn't stick with the leaders' final push, and finished in a battling sixth, 13 seconds back. Froome tried to respond but didn't have the legs to follow - yet Bardet did. "I didn't have the legs. They don't like to lose and they will be out for revenge", said Bardet, who is looking to become the first Frenchman to win the Tour since Bernard Hinault in 1985.

"Strong indication" Kirk Cousins will play season under franchise tag

July 13, 2017

Cousins always has been comfortable with taking $23.94 million in 2017 (to go with the $19.95 million he made in 2016) and then seeing what happens in 2018. Considering it would cost Washington $34.5 million to tag Cousins next year, failing to reach a deal now will nearly guarantee the quarterback hits free agency next spring.

Jose Quintana goes from White Sox to Cubs

July 13, 2017

He set career highs in innings pitched, strikeouts and wins while limiting foes to a.246 batting average, .295 on-base percentage and.393 slugging percentage, good for a.687 OPS against. He originally signed with the Cubs as a non-drafted free agent in 2013. It is also worth noting that Jimenez is now ranked as the No. 5 overall prospect in all of baseball while previously slated as the Cubs' No.

With Venus on horizon, Wimbledon spotlight shines on Konta

July 13, 2017

The 37-year-old reached the semifinals in London one year ago and reached the 2017 Australian Open final. She knows sleep is something she won't be getting a lot of once the baby is born, but cites the need for quality rest as a crucial element of her eventual return to the sport.

Federer into 12th Wimbledon semi-final

July 13, 2017

On Wednesday, Federer matched the big-serving Canadian with 11 aces while crunching a spectacular 46 winners. "It wouldn't be a huge upset if Cilic won the tournament". Perhaps the most fascinating match-up, however, pits Luxembourg's number 16 seed Muller, a left-handed grass court specialist, against seventh-seeded Croatian Marin Cilic.

Jayson Tatum showing strong offensive game in Summer League

July 13, 2017

He is now averaging 10.7 rebounds per game which is 2nd best in the summer league. Patrick McCaw led the way for Golden State, finishing with 26 points , four rebounds and five assists . He's also scored in isolations and by coming off curls, with his length helping him finish in traffic at the rim. That Tatum doesn't always operate like a typical Celtic means that few other Celtics-even the many other combo forwards-can do what he does.

Kulbhushan Jadhav case: Pakistan considering Sushma Swaraj's visa request for his mother

July 13, 2017

This comes days after External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj tore into her Pakistani counterpart Sartaj Aziz for "not showing the courtesy to acknowledge" her letter on a visa for the mother of Kulbhushan Jadhav. India had requested Pakistan to allow Avantika Jadhav to meet her son, who was sentenced to death by a military tribunal for espionage and terrorism in April.

Abdelhak Nouri: Ajax player suffers brain damage after collapse

July 13, 2017

Ajax reported earlier this week that early tests showed his heart to be functioning normally and a brain scan at that time showed "no anomalies". The diagnosis is that a large part of his brain is no longer functioning and that the chance of recovery of these crucial brain functions is nil.

Wimbledon 2017: Andy Murray reveals how PIZZA was his secret to success

July 13, 2017

He won in three sets and is ready for the next match. Paire , the world number 46, made him sweat, going up an early break and sending him scampering across the court with a flurry of deftly played drop shots and stinging backhands. The world number one felt he took a step up from his performance against Fognini and shrugged off more questions about his troublesome hip. "When you get to this stage of a big tournament then the nerves don't disappear, you just learn to handle them better ...

Tommy Carberry: 'A genius who got the best out of everything'

July 13, 2017

Tommy rode the lion-hearted L'Escargot - trained by his father-in-law Dan Moore - to victory in the Aintree Grand National in 1975, when he beat the legendary Red Rum, which was bidding for a third successive victory in the race. "Multiple Irish Champion National Hunt jockey, a supreme stylist in his days in the saddle, Tommy was champion apprentice and in 1979 rode Fordham to success for Vincent O'Brien in the race which would evolve into the Irish Champion Stakes".

CAC Asks Virat Kohli's Consent for Choosing Indian Team Coach

July 13, 2017

Previous year the BCCI formed the CAC, comprising former players Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and VVS Laxman, who chose Kumble for the job. Tendulkar joined today's proceedings via skype as he is now in London. "From what we have heard from the coaches, it is not different from previous year". We will take a call in the due course of time. Ganguly hinted that the coach will be picked before the Sri Lanka tour that begins with the first Test on July 26.

Full Report From The 88th Annual MLB All-Star Game

July 13, 2017

Miami - The 88th Major League Baseball All-Star Game presented by Mastercard , from Marlins Park in Miami last night, was a star-studded celebration of baseball's greatest. Boston's Mookie Betts started in right field for the AL and was 0 for 2. Bad idea. Betts' 93 miles per hour throw was flawless, and he threw out Arenado easily.

At baseball's All-Star Game, home runs dominate the conversation

July 13, 2017

Young Jose Berrios is 8-2 and looking good. While the front office's focus rightly remains on building a long-term contender, let's focus here on the potential competitiveness of the 2017 squad. All-Star breaks aren't always at the same point in the season, but the Dodgers and Astros have the fourth- and fifth-largest run differentials at the break in Major League Baseball history.

Delhi University Fourth Cut Off List 2017 is Out | 15000 Seats Available

July 13, 2017

St. Stephens, Lady Shri Ram College, Hindu College, Gargi College have already closed admissions after the third cut- off list was released. In the third cut-off list, LSR had pegged its highest cut-off at 98 per cent for the same course.

Senior lifetime passes to national parks increase to $80 in August

July 13, 2017

The passes grant U.S. citizens and permanent residents age 62 or older access to more than 2,000 national parks and recreational facilities, including those run by the U.S. A recent Capitol Hill proposal would expand that pass to all veterans with service-connected disabilities. Seniors can also purchase $20 annual passes, four of which can be traded in for a lifetime pass.

LeBron James Reacts to Lonzo Ball Ditching Big Baller Brand for Nike

July 13, 2017

Lonzo Ball opted to wear Nikes instead of his signature Big Baller Brand ZO2 and had a monster night. It's been rumored that James has his eyes set on Los Angeles after the 2017-18 season, and his ditching the ESPYs in order to watch Ball may jumpstart the rumors once again.

Utah Retirement Systems Maintains Stake in MSC Industrial Direct Company, Inc. (MSM)

July 13, 2017

It has outperformed by 3.59% the S&P500. MSM has been the topic of several recent research reports. MSC Industrial Direct Company has a 12-month low of $69.96 and a 12-month high of $105.70. Oxford Asset Management reported 133,651 shares. 04/19/2017 - MSC Industrial Direct Company , Inc. was upgraded to "outperform" by analysts at Credit Suisse.

Carson Wentz launches "Carson Wentz AO1 Foundation"

July 13, 2017

His goal is to "demonstrate the love of God by providing opportunities and support for the less fortunate and those in need". "A lot of people were saying "don't rush it, don't rush it. Underprivileged youth: To care for and provide food, shelter and educational opportunities for underprivileged youth living overseas. Wentz said starting the not-for-profit foundation is a way to help raise money and awareness for those three foundation objectives.

Manic Monday a breeze for Brit duo Murray and Konta

July 13, 2017

Cilic, the 2014 U.S. Open victor, is in his fourth straight quarter-final at Wimbledon and is seen by some as capable of producing a real upset at this tournament. I was staying in the basement of a house in Wimbledon village with my mum, my brother, and Kim stayed there a little bit. "We view these things from time to time".

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