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Lewis Hamilton says Mercedes turned a corner with Canadian Grand Prix win

June 15, 2017

Canada was the first race this season where Vettel had missed the podium. Hamilton cruised home 19.7 seconds ahead of team-mate Valtteri Bottas for their first one-two since the Finn joined in January as replacement for retired champion Nico Rosberg.

Unseeded Latvian teen Ostapenko into 1st Slam semi at French

June 15, 2017

Bacsinszky's opponent in the last four won't be former No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki but rather the 2014 Wimbledon junior champion Jelena Ostapenko . "Lucky her, she's way younger than I am", said Bacsinszky, the No. "Because to play semi-final of Roland Garros on your birthday, I think it's really nice". "I had to stay aggressive, and I found my game", said Ostapenko.

Lions stick to selection plan for tour match vs Crusaders

June 15, 2017

Flanker Sean O'Brien, centre Jonathan Davies and wing George North get their first games on tour here on Saturday . But Wasps duo James Haskell and Elliot Daly, Exeter Chief Jack Nowell, Northampton Saints' Courtney Lawes and Maro Itoje of Saracens all impressed wearing the famous red jersey for the first time in the starting XV.

Chelsea outcast Diego Costa keen to join Atletico Madrid

June 15, 2017

Diego Costa insists he will look for an exit route out of Chelsea after being told by manager Antonio Conte he is not in the Italian's plans for next season. AC Milan have also been linked with a move for Costa, while the Brazilian-born Spain worldwide has rejected the idea of a move to China, as it would jeopardise his hopes of playing in the World Cup.

France edge thrilling friendly against England

June 15, 2017

France were forced to play a man light for the vast majority of the second period following the dismissal of Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane but conjured victory through an Ousmane Dembele victor 12 minutes from time . "The best way to manage the game is to keep possession of the ball, make the opposition run, make sure we would be able to press because we've got a man extra".

Lewis Hamilton wins his sixth Canadian Grand Prix title

June 15, 2017

Lewis Hamilton's sensational record at the Canadian Grand Prix continued as he took a huge bite out of Sebastian Vettel's lead in the Formula One drivers' standings. "I was surprised because I was so much faster and I thought it should be straightforward to pass them but also is not just that the tow effect with two cars in front of you, it's also that the loss of downforce is quite big, so I was sliding quite a lot, more than I thought".

Browns' top pick Myles Garrett hurts foot late in practice

June 15, 2017

He stayed on the ground for almost a minute as Browns players and coaches looked on with concern. He stayed on the ground for almost a minute and was checked by a trainer and coach Hue Jackson before being helped up and hobbling to the sideline.

Gareth Southgate chastises England over France loss

June 15, 2017

As far as France are concerned, Raphael Varane , who was sent off early in the second half, received his side's lowest rating at four out of ten, while Paul Pogba, N'Golo Kante and Ousmane Dembele, who each got seven out of ten, were considered to be the standout performers for Les Bleus .

Nadal: 10th Roland Garros win is 'indescribable'

June 15, 2017

Nadal's training in tennis began since he was a child under the tutelage of his uncle Toni Nadal . Murray will have to defend 2,500 points and with Nadal having skipped the grass past year, Rafa is in prime position to take the lead. Nadal, 31, becomes the first man in history to win the same major 10 times. Switzerland's Stan Wawrinka deliberately breaks his racket in the men's final match against Spain's Rafael Nadal at the French Open tennis tournament at the Roland Garros ...

NBA Finals 2017: Kevin Durant, mother Wanda celebrate after Warriors clinch title

June 15, 2017

Curry embraced Durant's arrival after the Warriors dropped last year's finals to Cleveland in seven games, an unselfish attitude that reflected Durant's desires and created an inside-outside pairing that was almost unstoppable. The way that he embraced the opportunity in The Finals, it was unbelievable. After the Warriors re-sign Curry and Durant this summer, the core of this team will all be under 30 and locked up for two more years.

Lions Labour To Beat Barbarians In Tour Opener

June 15, 2017

The first Test against the All Blacks is on 24 June, also at Eden Park in Auckland. Gatland-coached teams are not noted for flair. "There'll be a big emphasis on physicality up front, with big, strong ball runners in the middle of the park".

ICC Champions Trophy 2017: Yuvraj Singh has superpowers. Check it out!

June 15, 2017

As we have seen in the league stages as well, a lot of teams have surprised the opposition, and we are certainly not taking anything for granted. "We are not going to go with what past results have done going into a big game like this".

Walters: Score would have been different if Thurston played

June 15, 2017

Jake Trbojevic was outstanding on debut while Wade Graham was one of the best players on the field in the second half while a fresh Jack Bird wreaked late havoc. James Tedesco scored shortly after Pearce was taken out in an illegal shoulder charge by Will Chambers, followed by Andrew Fifita and Jarryd Hayne , to extend the scoreline to 28-4.

India to face Bangladesh in ICC Champions Trophy semifinal

June 15, 2017

Q. Mashrafe, looking back on the historic big matches, the Bangladesh Twenty20 match against India , you could not manage to win it. In the 32 ODIs against India , Bangladesh have won only five with the last two coming only as recently as 2015 which also handed them their first-ever series win over the neighbours.

Kohli tops ICC ODI batting chart, Dhawan in top-10

June 15, 2017

The match turned out into many twists as the South Africa had a frightful day on the field as three of their batsmen got run out. He has scores of 68, 125 and 78 under his belt. An interesting anecdote will reveal how cricket and nationalism has been inter-linked in Bangladesh's social life and even cricketers have been voluntarily a part of it.

India bowl against Bangladesh in Champions Trophy semi-final

June 15, 2017

Who can ever forget Yuvi's first ODI hundred against India's arch-rival Pakistan in 2006. As you have seen in the league stages as well, a lot of teams have surprised. "Hopefully he can play a lot more for us and get in those match-winning performances all over again, and I hope it is a special one for him". "I think everyone has contributed to what we are today".

Sam Warburton fit to lead Lions against Highlanders

June 15, 2017

Warburton will captain the test lineup and his absence from the team that beat the Crusaders was a slight disruption to the selection process. And with that Sinckler has alluded - unknowingly - to the fascination of seeing the Lions play the Highlanders under the roof in Dunedin on what must be the fastest, driest track in world rugby.

Phil Mickelson officially withdraws from 2017 US Open

June 15, 2017

Diaz had to be at Erin Hills for the 6:45 a.m. start and wait until Mickelson's tee time at 2:20 p.m.in case anyone else had pulled out with injury. First alternate Roberto Diaz has to be prepared to play in Thursday's first tee time (6:45 a.m.

Antoine Griezmann: 'It would be dirty to leave Atletico Madrid now'

June 15, 2017

Manchester United have seemingly lined up three other deals that could see players move to Old Trafford. The post Antoine Griezmann Confirms He Will Be At Atletico Madrid Next Season appeared first on 360Nobs.com . "So it would be a dirty move for me to leave now". Griezmann joined Atletico from Real Sociedad in 2014 and has scored 83 goals in 160 games for the club, with whom he reached the Champions League final in 2016.

New Clippers arena being discussed by Inglewood city council

June 15, 2017

Brad Turner of the Los Angeles Times adds that an announcement from the team confirming the news is imminent. Inglewood Mayor James Butts and the five-member City Council will meet to review an exclusive negotiating agreement between the city and the Los Angeles Clippers that could lead to building a new arena for the National Basketball Association team.

Special number 10 means so much to Nadal

June 15, 2017

As a result of his latest title, Nadal moves above the United States' Pete Sampras on the list of all-time Grand Slam winners. Nadal lost a grand total of 35 games throughout the tournament, the second fewest by any man at any major in the best-of-five-set Open Era (six 1968).

Barrett and Fifita to make All Black debuts

June 15, 2017

It is ostensibly a fixture for New Zealand - who have not played together since last November - to get rid of any lingering rust but increasingly, and considering the Lions have lost two of their four matches so far, it presents the opportunity to make a statement.

It is Simona Halep vs Jelena Ostapenko in French Open Women's final

June 15, 2017

Pliskova's array of unforced errors meant Halep had a comfortable start, breaking in the third game and holding serve in the following to open a 3-1 lead. Ostapenko has a chance to win her first career grand slam title at just 20 years old. She tried staying in points until Ostapenko would make a mistake.

Foxconn, assembler of iPhones, eyes Wisconsin for plant

June 15, 2017

Neither Foxconn nor the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation immediately responded to a request for confirmation and comment about the potential Wisconsin plant. Walker flew to Japan for the weekend of June 2 but he and economic development leaders wouldn't say why. Arlan Meekhof, a member of the MI state senate, recently implored state officials and business leaders that they should put their "best foot forward so that we don't lose all of it or part of it to a neighboring state", ...

UEFA Champions League Squad of the Season: Real Madrid feature heavily

June 15, 2017

Real coach Zinedine Zidane has now won back-to-back Champions Leagues - as well as this season's La Liga title - since he took charge in January 2016. "We're not favourites, nor are Juventus ". "It's been a tough year with a lot of football and the injuries". On June 3, Real Madrid won the Champions League for the 12th time.

Five telling stats from the Penguins-Predators series

June 15, 2017

Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Matt Murray (30) and teammates celebrate their 6-0 win over the Nashville Predators in Game 5 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Final, Thursday, June 8, 2017 . "We're just trying to each step up a little bit and it's been working so far". I was in some sort of lock there. Both got holding penalties. "All we can do is learn from it and go and get better".

Thomas Christiansen to be named the new head coach of Championship club

June 15, 2017

His only other managerial experience is with AEK Larnaca, also in Cyprus' top tier, who he led from 2014 to 2016. According to the Yorkshire Evening Post , Radrizzani held talks with Christiansen last week and are now discussing contract terms.

Cavs Lead Warriors 37-33 After 1st Quarter

June 15, 2017

James played averaged a triple-double during the NBA Finals, but it was not enough to prevent the Cavaliers from losing in five games to the Warriors following Monday's 129-120 loss in Oakland . "They can never take away you being a champion". I put in work, I just had to trust in it. With winning a championship routinely comes the opportunity to visit the White House, but it's not clear if the newly-crowned Golden State Warriors will pay a visit to President Donald Trump just yet.

Unseeded Ostapenko stuns Halep to claim maiden grand slam title

June 15, 2017

She was 3-1 down in the second and third sets but kept coming back with her no-fear hitting. "I didn't see how people could play tennis on it". The more players who, like Ostapenko , can step up, the better. I think I have the game. Back to his best on his favorite surface, Nadal has been the dominant player of the clay court season. "It may be hard but I chose the life of a tennis player".

Premier League fixtures: Which title contender has the toughest run

June 15, 2017

Champions Chelsea will look to start their title defence with a home game against Burnley at Stamford Bridge . Play-off winners Huddersfield Town will make their Premier League debut at Selhurst Park, taking on Marco Silva's Crystal Palace , before hosting fellow newcomers Newcastle a week later.

Bellerin pondering Barca switch, says Suarez

June 15, 2017

With Arsene Wenger rebuilding his squad ahead of the 2017-18 Premier League campaign, Bellerin is rumoured to have the option to leave for La Liga, and midfielder Suarez believes his global colleague is keen on a move. 'I wish he could come'. Bellerin was raised at Barca's La Masia before he was snapped up by the Gunners. The 22-year-old is now on Spain Under-21 duty with Barcelona's Suarez, who claims Bellerin is torn between forcing a move back to his boyhood club or remaining loyal to ...

Alvaro Morata's agent drops big hint on Manchester United move

June 15, 2017

The England worldwide has been strongly linked with Mourinho's side on several occasions over the past few seasons, but nothing concrete has ever come of it. United will be hoping he can reproduce this form in the Premier League if he is the team's starting striker. Now, the Spanish source claim that the Portuguese boss has directly told the player to join and that he will be important at Old Trafford in the next campaign.

Southgate gauges gap to best as England lose in France

June 15, 2017

Ousmane Dembele netted the victor as 10-man France downed England 3-2 in an entertaining worldwide friendly at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France , on Tuesday. Only a fine stop from goalkeeper Jack Butland in injury time , and the crossbar earlier, denied Mbappe his first worldwide goal. Theresa May attends France v England friendly and gets involved with the Mexican wave! Harry Kane has been captain on his two starts under the new manager and now scored in both ...

Kabul protest that left several dead enters second day

June 15, 2017

Ezadyar was among four people killed on Friday when an anti-government protest spiraled into street clashes, with police firing live rounds to disperse hundreds of stone-throwing demonstrators incensed by a catastrophic bombing . Afghan President Ashraf Ghani condemned the act, calling it "an outrageous attack on mourners burying the martyred". Otherwise, security authorities in Kabul told people not to attend protests and demonstrations, citing the risk of attacks on large gatherings of ...

Diego Costa open to loan move to escape Chelsea

June 15, 2017

His former club Atletico cannot register new players until January 1 after infringing Federation Internationale de Football Association rules on signing underage players, but they can still make signings and loan them elsewhere until the New Year.

Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata agrees deal to join Manchester United

June 15, 2017

The Red Devils have wasted no time in getting their transfer business done early with Benfica's Victor Lindelof also set to arrive at Old Trafford in the coming days after United confirmed they had reached an agreement. "That could be an interesting option, it is a great league with interesting teams", he said . Real are looking to recoup more than four times the £15.8m they paid Juventus previous year but Morata's pedigree in front of goal makes him an ideal potential signing.

England defeat sees John Stones' display rated a 3 by French press

June 15, 2017

However, on 78 minutes, Dembele would get France's third goal of the game, after being set up by Mbappe following some dismal England defending. Monaco full-back Djibril Sidibe had the simple task of converting the rebound. England manager Gareth Southgate reflects on his team's loss to France . The first half ended 2-1 after Harry Kane's opener. "They have a lot of speed and impact", Deschamps said.

Nadal reclaims throne with brutal defeat of Wawrinka

June 15, 2017

If he wins, Nadal will become only the second player, man or woman , to win 10 titles at the same major tournament. "To win La Decima is very, very special", the 31-year-old Spaniard said shortly after becoming the only man in tennis history to win a major tournament 10 times.

Ex-Pakistani cricketers appreciate team for defeating England in semi-finals

June 15, 2017

Both the teams have produced some stupendous cricket so far, and while they deserve to play 100 overs, both Mashrafe Mortaza and Virat Kohli would have the rain interruption in mind. Bangladesh sealed their place in the last four with an impressive five-wicket victory over New Zealand in Cardiff . "I'm a big fan of Rohit Sharma and his wicket will be the key", he said referring to Sharma's century after being given not out on 90 as Rubel's delivery was called a no-ball in a ...

Liguori: 'Rough' US Open Challenges Await Golf's Best At Erin Hills

June 15, 2017

ANDY NORTH, two-time U.S. Open champ and ESPN golf analyst: The fairways are as wide as you've ever had at a U.S. Open. At 7,741 yards, Erin Hills is the longest course in major history and the par-five 18th can stretch to 675 yards, although numerous tee boxes allow the course set-up to be varied every day depending on weather conditions.

Hamilton wins sixth Canadian grand prix

June 15, 2017

Championship leader Sebastian Vettel believed a podium finish was possible in Canada after losing a significant haul of points to rival Lewis Hamilton in the title race. He said " I think I am in great form and it showed in my performance this weekend. MONTREAL (AP) - Lewis Hamilton is still finding novel ways to win the Canadian Grand Prix .

Blowouts more common than close games in Stanley Cup Final

June 15, 2017

Ellis was called for holding on the play and with the ensuing power play, Crosby set up Schultz for a blast that snuck through the pads of Pekka Rinne , who got the hook after only 20 minutes. But Pittsburgh's 6-0 win in Game 5 was the second true blowout of the series and the fourth decided by three or more goals. Rinne insisted his confidence isn't shaken though he was disappointed with Thursday's result.

Lewis Hamilton wins Canadian GP to lower championship deficit

June 15, 2017

Vettel fell from second the fourth off the start as Bottas passed him on the inside and then his Ferrari was clipped by Max Verstappen . Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo claimed the final spot on the podium . With Hamilton extending his lead, the battle was on for podium places with Ricciardo holding firm in the end from the Force India cars of Sergio Perez and Esteban Ocon , and latterly Vettel, who was left ruing his unfortunate coming together with Verstappen at the start.

Shikhar Dhawan breaks Sachin Tendulkar's record in ICC tournaments

June 15, 2017

Dhawan's liking for ICC tournaments began way back in the 2004 Under-19 World Cup, where he scored 505 runs with three centuries in seven innings . He achieved the feat during match 11 of the ICC Champions trophy against South Africa at The Oval.

Champions Trophy: South Africa wins toss, chooses to bat against Pakistan

June 15, 2017

Otherwise, South Africa is comfortable with their same playing XI, who brought an easy win over Sri Lanka. Pakistan would now play thier third game of the tournamnet agasint Sri Lanka at Cardiff on Jun 12. Hasan Ali was the most successful bowler for Pakistan taking three for 24. Another defeat will virtually knock Pakistan out of the tournament but it will be a big task for them to stop the Proteas, who are ranked number one in the ODI rankings.

Ten man France prove that England are still in the dark ages

June 15, 2017

Winger Dembele sealed the victory with an angled shot from inside the box 12 minutes from fulltime after being nicely set up by fellow youngster Kylian Mbappe. He put exciting newcomers Mbappe, Thomas Lemar and Dembele in his starting line-up. But he insists England are better off in his school of hard knocks.

Grand Rapids captures AHL Calder Cup over Syracuse

June 15, 2017

Tyler Bertuzzi continued his playoff magic, tying it 3-3 at 3:50 of the third period. A, 4-3, comeback win over the Syracuse Crunch concluded a terrific postseason run by the Griffins. Coreau made a stop on defenseman Dominik Masin's shot from the slot, but the rebound went to Gourde alone at the side of the net. During the celebration, each Griffins team member will be introduced.

Andy Murray addresses time violation controversy after beating Kei Nishikori

June 15, 2017

Today's match wasn't particularly long, and there were not many long rallies. Thiem said: "It was a very good match for me". "I think that was probably the best I have played overall [at the tournament]", said last year's runner-up. "I have one day rest tomorrow (Tuesday)". And last year's beaten finalist was not to let the opportunity slip, despite an opening game break, to once again blitz his way to six games and take his place in the last four where Warwinka stands in the way of a ...

Who will be celebrating after French Open semi-final?

June 15, 2017

She has yet to win a WTA title and her best run at a Grand Slam before arriving in Paris was reaching the third round at this year's Australian Open . Look at the backhand victor. One half of the women's singles draw at the French Open has held to form, whereas the semifinal on the other half of the bracket includes a player who was 100-to-1 to win entering the event.

Sam Warburton fit to lead British and Irish Lions against Highlanders

June 15, 2017

Wales star Biggar will start at fly-half having shaken off his own head injury issue, and has ranked himself as the Lions' current third choice No. 10. This was a show of traditional Northern Hemisphere virtues; a strong set piece, with a smart and aggressive defence allied to a canny kicking game by the Lions' half-backs Conor Murray and Owen Farrell.

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