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No one is happy - Red Bull's Gasly wants improvement

June 30, 2019

Never-the-less, Gasly says there are ideas being touted by his team to help him adapt more to the RB15 and find that extra turn of pace team-mate Verstappen is able to find across every race weekend. "At the moment, clearly, no one is happy and I'm the first one not happy with the performance". "As a racing driver, we're far from showing the potential we have and that's not pleasant".

Djokovic, Federer, Nadal primed to tighten Wimbledon grip

June 30, 2019

Andy Murray , who will be playing doubles and mixed doubles at SW19, was seen training on Saturday. Top-ranked Novak Djokovic of Serbia will begin his title defense against German veteran Philipp Kohlschreiber . 17 Milos Raonic of Canada in the first round. There is No. 8 Kevin Anderson , the finalist previous year and in 2017 in NY. The 27-year-old claycourt specialist is a counter-puncher who prefers to stay behind the baseline and use her shot selection and court coverage to grind ...

Pistons front-runners to sign Derrick Rose, per reports

June 30, 2019

The Detroit Pistons have emerged as the favorites to sign former MVP Derrick Rose when National Basketball Association free agency officially begins at 6:00 p.m. A three-time All-Star and the 2010-11 league MVP with the Chicago Bulls, Rose has played for the Wolves, the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks since leaving Chicago in the summer of 2016.

England 28-0 after 5 overs in World Cup clash against India

June 30, 2019

Meanwhile, the India vs England for cricket lovers will be available on radio as well. India would also like to go in with a settled playing XI that they have stuck to in the last couple of matches. It is reserved by the government at 106.40 MHz mostly for government programs, however, when there's a match broadcast on DD national (DD Sports), it will be broadcast by AIR India also at 106.40 MHz.

Windies out as India claim 125-run CWC win

June 30, 2019

As against Afghanistan, India's batting was far from convincing but their pacemen and spinners made up for any shortfall as they moved up to second in the standings to the delight of the sea of blue in the crowd. Mohammed Shami snapped four wickets giving away only 16 runs and proved to be a nightmare for the opponents. India are now on top half of the table with four wins in five games.They have not lost a single game so far, as the clash against New Zealand was washed out.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a Legend of The Game: Virat Kohli

June 30, 2019

World Cup victor Krishnamachari Srikkanth has praised India captain Virat Kohli for his record-breaking feats but says the rest of the batting line-up needs to get its act together. "We are very excited about tomorrow's match". "The pressure of being the home side shouldn't be a factor". West Indies great Clive Lloyd says India are the best-balanced side at the World Cup and look like the team to beat.

Liverpool legend and Rangers manager Steven Gerrard scores a blinder in training

June 30, 2019

That's the way I see it at this moment in time. "Martin Skrtel could be one of them". I can't wait to get going. The new deal will be signed once Rangers return from that trip. But according to Charlton Athletic manager Lee Bowyer, Joe Aribo has made the wrong decision by choosing to Rangers and he should have chosen to join Brentford instead.

Crippling negativity: Bairstow's England comments 'pathetic', says Vaughan

June 30, 2019

Bairstow, who has scored 245 runs in the tournament so far, said England are still in the tournament and playing a "great brand of cricket ". England have achieved huge success in the format ever since their embarrassing World Cup campaign four years ago.

Folau, RA set for court after conciliation talk fails

June 30, 2019

The country's Fair Work Commission had ordered the two sides to a closed-doors mediation hearing in a bid to avoid legal action over a dispute that has polarised Australia . Folau also touched on the impact the scandal has had on his wife but said she drew strength from her faith to get past it. "To those who have criticised me, I bear no ill will towards you".

Transfer: Arsenal finally decide on Aubameyang joining Man United

June 30, 2019

Arsenal had a lot of problems last season but striking was not among them as both Aubameyang and Lacazette showed that they are formidable forwards that can continue bagging in goals for the gunners. "To me winning in Europe is bigger than winning in England but I think it's true the fans want it", the American tycoon told PA. Another added: " Just imagined selling Aubameyang to Man United to fund the Zaha deal and 25 per cent of that transaction also going to United ".

Windies' Brathwaite fined for dissent in India defeat

June 30, 2019

Just after Shikhar Dhawan was ruled out of the tournament due to injury, KL Rahul started opening the innings for India . On Thursday during the Indian innings at the Old Trafford, Virat Kohli's deputy was looking in good touch (on 18 off 22 balls) when a Kemar Roach delivery pitched on good length and jagged back sharply, kissing what the Windies thought was the inside edge of Sharma's bat in the sixth over of the game.

Tigers take 7-game skid into matchup with Nationals

June 30, 2019

The Nationals are 7-7 in Sanchez's starts this season, but 5-1 in his last six. The inefficiency of his performance in Washington - to be kind - has been well-documented, but it's still staggering to see: -1.0 rWAR in 6 1/3 innings, 22.74 ERA (10.13 FIP), 21.3 BB/9, 0.33 BB/K, and of course, he did not record an out until his 5th appearance of the season.

Nikola Mirotic To Leave NBA For EuroLeague Team In Barcelona

June 30, 2019

Of course, this caps off Mirotic's brief tenure with the Bucks, which unceremoniously ended during their flameout in the Eastern Conference Finals where they lost to the eventual National Basketball Association champions, the Toronto Raptors .

Penguins trade Phil Kessel to Coyotes in exchange for Alex Galchenyuk

June 30, 2019

Galchenyuk had 41 points (19 goals, 22 assists) in 72 games this season, his first with the Coyotes. The deal comes 10 days after Alex Meruelo was approved as the Coyotes new majority owner. "Toc knows him extremely well and he knows what we're getting". "We couldn't have done it without him, and for that, we are grateful", Penguins general manager Jim Rutherford said in a statement.

Altidore bicycle kick puts US into Gold Cup quarter-final

June 30, 2019

Altidore did his part, holding up the ball well and putting himself in good positions. Jozy Altidore's spectacular overhead kick from close range secured the win for the U.S., who needed only a draw to take top spot, at Children's Mercy Park in Kansas City.

Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard talking teaming up, possibly with New York Knicks

June 30, 2019

NY has its eye on four guards including some rising players and veterans. Most of the speculation this past season had Durant all but signed with the New York Knicks but the injury and the recent developments with Kyrie Irving's interest in Brooklyn have muddied those KD x Knicks theories a bit.

D'Angelo Russell To Meet With Wolves At Start Of Free Agency

June 30, 2019

Behind Irving, the Celtics had a disappointing season - bowing out in the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs in a 4-1 defeat at the hands of the Milwaukee Bucks .

USWNT Captain Megan Rapinoe Says Teams 'Can't Win Championships Without Gay Players'

June 30, 2019

He also tagged the wrong Megan Rapinoe . Coming off a thrilling 2-1 win over France , Rapinoe said that she has been able to block out most of the outside noise as she has kept her focus on the field. The USA is doing GREAT!' The USWNT did visit the White House in 2015 when Barack Obama was president. "I haven't been thinking about it too much".

France 1-2 USA

June 30, 2019

Alex Morgan was fouled outside the area to the US left, and Rapinoe's low delivery went in without taking a touch. With a team of the US' know-how enjoying a two-goal advantage, the match seemed set for a straightforward conclusion but an 80th-minute Wendie Renard header raised the decibels inside the stadium and sowed some seeds of doubt.

"MS Dhoni Absorbs All Pressure": Jasprit Bumrah Backs Former India Captain

June 29, 2019

In reply, West Indies were all out for just 143. The incident occurred when Kemar Roach bowled a length delivery wide off the crease that angled into Rohit and went through his bat and pad before being caught by wicket-keeper Shai Hope.

Kawhi Contract: What options are on the table for Kawhi Leonard?

June 29, 2019

Sam Amick of The Athletic also reports that LeBron and Davis are planning on being part of the Lakers' recruiting pitch to Kawhi. "Toronto, the Clippers - I think they've kept their eye on the Lakers and what that's going to look like", he said on the Woj & Lowe podcast.

Pliskova sets up Eastbourne title clash with Kerber

June 29, 2019

Angelique gave her best to stay in touch, breaking Karolina once and 22 winners with 19 errors, losing the edge after a mediocre performance on serve that saw Pliskova converting four out of 13 break chances (four straight breaks) to march over the finish line.

Roy aiming to boost England but Archer a doubt for India clash

June 29, 2019

Here are some pictures of Kohli in the jersey of Australia, England , South Africa, New Zealand , Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and West Indies. One of the most awaited contests of the tournament is finally here. Questions are again being asked about England's tournament temperament. "Hi, Virat.

Afghanistan Fans Beat Pakistan Fan Outside The Stadium

June 29, 2019

The said fans wearing Afghan jerseys, supposedly climbed through the stadium walls and initiated fighting with Pakistani supporters present at the ground. "Yeah, if you look, we learnt a lot of cricket, Pakistan , we also played cricket in Pakistan ", Naib said. Earlier, Pakistan bowlers did not exactly dominate the Afghanistan batsmen but pacer Shaheen Afridi's four-wicket haul helped them limit the gritty rivals to 227 for nine in their must-win game.

Coveted grad transfer Blackshear commits to Florida

June 29, 2019

Blackshear Jr. visited Kentucky , Tennessee and Arkansas before making the decision to go to Florida , a team that will now be considered one of the tops in the SEC and in the country. He explored making himself eligible for the National Basketball Association draft, before withdrawing last month from consideration. Blackshear comes to Gainesville from Virginia Tech .

Best picks for New Zealand v Australia in Cricket World

June 29, 2019

Kane Williamson's men had the best possible start to the marquee event as they were unbeaten in their initial six games before losing to Pakistan. 15 wickets in 6 matches - Lockie Ferguson has been the standout performer for the Kiwis with the ball.

Dani Ceballos says he doesn't want to leave Real Madrid for Tottenham

June 29, 2019

The 22-year-old is now starring for the Spain Under-21 side in Italy , but has struggled to make an impact since joining Real Madrid from Betis in 2017. "I have plenty of football inside of me and I believe next season will be my best year", said Ceballos , whose value is increasing during the tournament.

Kapanen, Johnsson each signs contract with Maple Leafs

June 29, 2019

Kapanen will still be a restricted free agent at the end of his deal while Johnsson will be able to hit the open market as an unrestricted free agent when his deal is over. Johnsson had a breakthrough rookie year, recording 43 points in 73 games, while finishing eighth in voting for the Calder Trophy and just outside the top-three for the NHL's All-Rookie Team.

Angelique Kerber beats Simona Halep in quarterfinals at Eastbourne

June 29, 2019

Although Halep, 27, was soon able to secure a break of her own, that wasn't enough to close the deficit and the Romanian surrendered the opener 6-4 after 35 minutes of play. In the men's draw, third-seeded Kyle Edmund won an all-British quarterfinal against Dan Evans 1-6, 6-3, 6-4. Pliskova, who won in Eastbourne two years ago, dropped just two games outclassing Russia's Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-2, 6-0.

Messi Blames The Pitches For His Terrible Copa America Performances

June 29, 2019

With his only goal coming from the penalty spot against Paraguay the Barcelona forward admitted after Friday's quarter final that he's not playing his best and blamed it on the pitch, saying, "I am not having my best Copa America ". Veteran Sergio Agüero scored one of the best goals of the tournament against the Qataris and had a role in both Argentinian goals against Venezuela.

India will deliberately lose against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, claims Basit

June 29, 2019

After consecutive losses (and an overall 4-3 record), England still cling to fourth spot on the World Cup table, but they now face tough encounters against New Zealand and India. The straightforward way to reach the semi-finals will be to beat India and New Zealand - teams they have not defeated at the World Cup since 1992 - while even one loss would put them at the mercy of other results.

Khan to face Dib after Goyat hurt in auto crash

June 29, 2019

Amir held the WBC silver welterweight title from 2014 to 2016 but his bid to become a two-weight champion fell short in his last outing against Terence Crawford in NY for the WBO welterweight title. An emotional Billy Dib retired after this fight. Indian pro boxer Neeraj Goyat has been hospitalised after suffering "severe injuries" following a auto accident, ruling him out of next month's WBC Pearl World Championship clash against British star Amir Khan .

Chile beat Colombia on penalties to reach Copa America last four

June 29, 2019

Chile will now wait for the victor between Uruguay or Peru for a chance to reach a third successive Copa America final. The Arena Corinthians pitch will favor both teams as they like to exchange passes and play good stuff, so expect the highest possible quality of soccer in this game.

Fans assault each other during Pakistan vs Afghanistan, two evicted

June 29, 2019

Babar Azam's unbeaten 101 was key to a hugely valuable triumph over New Zealand on Wednesday, with momentum now on Pakistan's side. The last time these two teams played, in a spicy ODI at the Asia Cup, three players found themselves in violation of the code of conduct and Shoaib Malik emerged as a match victor in a tense three-wicket win.

Social media divided over India’s Cricket World Cup away kit

June 29, 2019

Legspinner Yuzvendra Chahal posted his look in the away jersey. "Similar to the recently launched ODI Kit, the away kit is created to enhance dynamic movements and modern requirement of the sport and the athletes". Bangladesh, who were green, will wear red in their match against Pakistan. All-rounder Vijay Shankar , who was originally picked in the Indian squad as the main contender for the position, has done little in the last two matches to nail down the slot.

You Can't Win Championship Without Gays on Your Team, Says Megan Rapinoe

June 29, 2019

They needed less than 5 minutes to get on the scoresheet, when Megan Rapinoe's low free kick sailed straight through traffic. She lived up to her billing with five goals as the United States opened their World Cup campaign with a 13-0 thumping of Thailand but has not found the net since.

'They've got threats across the board' - Crusaders not taking Hurricanes lightly

June 29, 2019

In the opening quarter of the semi-final, the Jaguares established a commanding 20-0 lead, and from there, it was always going to be an impossible task for the Brumbies to find a way back into the contest. The Hurricanes proved hard to shake and Laumape drove over the line, allowing Beauden Barrett's conversion to further reduce the deficit before the interval.

US women's soccer wins 2-1 over Spain

June 29, 2019

Her first goal came early in the match, specifically in the seventh minute, after Maria Leon of Spain tripped Tobin Heath of Basking Ridge, NJ in the penalty area. However, when it was reviewed on VAR, it seemed to some fans that the penalty call was a bit harsh. "I was so happy, just pure joy, and my teammates felt the same way", said Lindahl, when asked to describe her emotions after saving the spot-kick.

Willian reveals how Chelsea players would react to Frank Lampard appointment

June 29, 2019

It's understood Chelsea want Lampard in charge by next Friday when the players report back for training. Chelsea star Willian believes Frank Lampard would be up to the task if he was named the Blues' new manager ahead of the new season .

1992 all over again as Pakistan take identical World Cup path

June 29, 2019

He got his lines right, he was disciplined, he swung the ball and he picked up wickets. Cool, calm and calculated - Kane Williamson has been in imperious form in the tournament so far, papering over his team's top-order cracks and Pakistan's jubilation at dismissing him for "just" 41 was plain for all to see.

Aubameyang agrees to Man U move

June 29, 2019

Inter Milan are said to have made a 2 year loan plus mandatory purchase offer bid for the Belgian that Manchester United have already shot down and it remains to be seen if the Italian club will come back with an improved bid that matches Ed Woodward's valuation of the player.

India or England? Nasser Hussain asks Pakistan, `neighbours over invaders` echoes subcontinent

June 29, 2019

India have won five of their opening six games while the one remaining game was washed out. Rightly so, if the side wins both their remaining matches, they will make it comfortably to the semi-finals. The team banks on the following batsmen to keep going at the same pace and this is one of the reasons that they bat very deep. As expected, the India-Pakistan match played on June 16 grabbed eyeballs on expected lines with 229 million viewers tuning in, according to data released by Broadcast ...

Wan-Bissaka pictured in Man Utd shirt as deal edges closer

June 29, 2019

The family of Aaron Wan-Bissaka appear to have confirmed the right-back's imminent move to Manchester United , leaving fans wondering why the Red Devils are yet to announce the deal. Privately, Manchester City, Tottenham and Liverpool have distanced themselves from a move for the Sporting Lisbon man, who scored 31 goals in 50 games last season.

Chelsea reject €25m offer for player and make efforts for renewal instead

June 29, 2019

According to The Telegraph , the Capital outfit are on the cusp of agreeing a new deal with the England worldwide, who is now on the sidelines with an Achilles injury. Chelsea fans will be pleased then that Bayern are revisiting their pursuit of Manchester City's Leroy Sane , who the Premier League champions value at around £100m.

Tottenham's $73 million Ndombele offer rejected, claims Lyon president

June 29, 2019

Lyon midfielder Tanguy Ndombele is edging closer to signing for Tottenham , sources have told ESPN FC. And the president has urged Tottenham to increase their initial offer for the France global if they want to land him in the current transfer window, suggesting they will have to offer close to €80 million (£72m/$101m) to convince Lyon to sell.

USA's Cori Gauff, 15, becomes youngest Wimbledon qualifier

June 29, 2019

And on Friday, she was drawn to face Venus Williams , the very woman who inspired her to pick up a racket, in the first round of Wimbledon on Monday. At 15 years, 122 days, teenager Cori Gauff has become the youngest ever qualifier for Wimbledon in Open era. "I am just super happy and thankful that they chose to play Tennis because I am sure they'd dominated any sport they wanted to play", added Cori Gauff.

Copa America match report Veneuzela v Argentina

June 29, 2019

The Brazilians advanced on Thursday after beating Paraguay on penalties. The game kicks off at 11pm UAE time on Friday evening. "It's not been my best Copa America ", Messi stated after the victory. "Without the ball we did very well". Messi doesn't expect his life to be any easier against hosts Brazil , who only advanced to the semifinals on penalties after a goalless draw with Paraguay in Porto Alegre.

These four names are in the frame for vacant Newcastle job

June 29, 2019

Whoever does take over at St James' Park faces a hard start to life at the club, whatever happens between now and the start of the new season. Barton spent four years with Newcastle as a player, winning promotion from the Championship in 2009-10 and establishing himself as an important player in the Premier League the following season.

Pakistan's Waqar says 1992 World Cup parallels are 'freaky'

June 29, 2019

Prime Minister Imran Khan has congratulated Pakistan cricket team over great comeback in the World Cup tournament by beating hot favorites and unbeaten New Zealand comfortably, ARY News reported on Thursday. "My aim is to be counted among the top players". The Pakistan team, who faced the worst of backlash from their ever emotional fans back home, were in all praise and exhilaration after their team's victory on Wednesday, and even an Indian fan made sure that he joins the party as well.

Enes Kanter Says Zion Williamson Is Overhyped: "Julius Randle With Hops"

June 29, 2019

Top match-ups to look out for next season will involve Kanter meeting Julius Randle and Zion Williamson at the rim. "I think he's got a magnetism - you think he's overrated". Yes, Randle dropped 45 on the Blazers in a loss to Portland back in March, but per NBA.com , he only totaled two of those points while Kanter guarded him.

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