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National Basketball Association loses 'hundreds of millions' in China over Hong Kong tweet

February 18, 2020

The NBA had said Morey's post had "deeply offended many of our friends and fans in China, which is regrettable". "It's not a position any business wants to be in, but those are the results", said Silver. Last year, the National Basketball Association had already made its announcement about the China Games, which included the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets , by early January.

Kyle Edmund wins New York Open for first ATP title since 2018

February 18, 2020

He did not face any break points on his serve during the entire match. Edmund, seeded eighth, told the ATP website: 'This is great to be back in a final, playing the matches you want to be playing . Seppi, 35, is a three-time title victor on the ATP Tour, although the last of those came in 2012. "When you're in the semifinals or final", said Seppi, "of course you want to win the title".

'United by Emotion' unveiled as Tokyo Olympics motto

February 18, 2020

To celebrate its release, a laser will project it onto the Tokyo Skytree tower from this week until March 25. "That is the kind of Games we want the Tokyo 2020 Games to be". The mottos for the recent summer and winter games were "A New World" in 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and "Passion". A committee comprised of former athletes and others picked the motto in the hope it will inspire people of various backgrounds to acknowledge each other and connect through the emotions evoked at the ...

Tomlin defends Rudolph: 'I took offense' to Garrett's accusation

February 18, 2020

Tomlin went on First Take and make it clear his support for Rudolph and his problems with not only Garrett's assertion but how ESPN gave him a forum to bring it up again. Garrett specified that he called Garrett 'a stupid [N-word]' while getting sacked . "It was presented as a "he said, he said" situation", the coach said.

Pakistan win Championship after defeating 'unauthorised’ Indian team

February 18, 2020

However, the contest for the world title remained neck-on-neck throughout the allotted time, two sessions of 20 minutes each with a break of five minutes. Famous politicians, cricketers and celebrities are also tweet to congratulate the winning team and praise them for their remarkable performance. The team members participate in various tournaments across the world.

Park In-bee wins Australian Open, boosting Olympic hopes

February 18, 2020

Cho shot a 77 to end six off the lead. Kuchar was atop the leaderboard for a third straight day after a 1-under-par 70 at the Riviera Country Club. It was her 20th career title, joining a 28-strong club, including Annika Sorenstam, Karrie Webb and compatriot Pak Se-ri, to achieve the feat.

Catalans Dragons to investigate rainbow flag removals at Israel Folau debut

February 18, 2020

Club officials stressed that rainbow flags were not prohibited and wanted to gather more information about what had happened, while the Super League and Rugby Football League will investigate further. We will receive a full report by the end of this weekend and we will have more details on Monday". "The plan all along was to get Israel on the field and give him time".

Dubai Open: Garbine Muguruza defeats Kim Clijsters in latter's 1st comeback match

February 18, 2020

The Belgian, a four-time victor of singles major titles, is now a mother of three. Clijsters looked she was putting some pressure on the two-time Grand Slam winner's serve in the fourth game but Muguruza came through unscathed to go 3-1 up.

Manchester United Munich Air Disaster Hero Harry Gregg Dies at 87

February 18, 2020

He played in a 3-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday just 13 days after the Munich tragedy. To everyone who has called, visited or sent well wishes we thank you for the love and respect shown to Harry and the family. A statement from United read: "It is with deepest sadness that we have learned of the passing of former player Harry Gregg OBE". Gregg also played for Doncaster Rovers and Stoke City, and had spells as a manager at Shrewsbury Town, Swansea City, Crewe Alexandra and Carlisle United ...

Ex-University of Wisconsin football player arrested in double homicide

February 18, 2020

Winchester and McAdory were found shot near a Janesville intersection and taken to a hospital where they died. Aagaard said police determined Winchester and McAdory had visited a gas station near Humes Road in Janesville around 2 a.m. In 2016, Marcus Randle El was sentenced to prison in 2016 after being convicted of home invasion with a risky weapon after being accused of abducting his young daughter at gunpoint in Illinois, NBC15 in Madison, Wis., reported.

JJ Watt shares photos from secret wedding in Bahamas

February 18, 2020

The Cloisters were brought over from France and reassembled. Watt was decked out in a "light-colored suit with a flower on his lapel", according to the report. Many of Ohai's soccer friends attended the wedding, including North Carolina Courage and USWNT star Crystal Dunn , who shared a photo of the bride in her wedding dress.

Dallas Renegades' Landry Jones Set To Make First XFL Start

February 18, 2020

The lead lasted 2:57, when Cameron Artis-Payne ran 21 yards for a touchdown, one play after his 14-yard gain. Former Ram, Nelson Spruce made a spectacular catch after a hefty kickoff return. Jones was cleared to play prior to the Renegades' Week 1 matchup against the St. Louis BattleHawks, but head coach Bob Stoops elected to rest him for an additional week as a precautionary measure.

Petra Kvitova beats van Uytvanck in 3 sets in St. Petersburg

February 18, 2020

It's the first title of 2020 for the Dutch player, who's eighth in the world rankings. Another Russian, qualifier Anastasia Potapova , is up next for Bertens. Sakkari won the set 6-3 to book her spot in the semifinals. The 20-year-old Kazakh , who saved two match points to get past French qualifier Oceane Dodin in the quarterfinals, was staring at defeat as she trailed Sakkari 5-4 in the second set.

Tiger Woods frustrated after rare last-place finish: 'I was just off'

February 17, 2020

The elegant Australian overcame an early double-bogey to shoot one-under-par 70 and triumph by two shots over South Korean Sung Kang and Americans Matt Kuchar and Scott Brown . That gave me the belief that I just had to keep doing that all day and believe that there was enough good golf in me to get me in a position at the end to have a chance".

Beilein weighing future, may not return to Cavs after All-Star break

February 17, 2020

Cleveland is 14-40, the worst in the Eastern Conference and behind only that of Golden State (12-41) for the worst in the National Basketball Association. He later apologized and said he meant to say "slugs." It's noted that, regardless of whether or not a change comes midseason or not, the union between Cleveland and Beilein is not for long.

Astros' Dusty Baker begs Major League Baseball to protect players from cheating retaliation

February 17, 2020

Astros players were granted immunity for taking part in the investigation but Manfred said that "if I was in a world where I could have found the facts without granting immunity, I would have done that". "I am a precedent guy". "We always want the investigations to go as quickly as possible". He was more passionate and forceful on Saturday morning in an interview that will air later on MLB Network, defending the legitimacy of the Astros' only World Series title, and in particular defending ...

Everton FC To End Shirt Deal With SportPesa

February 17, 2020

Everton signed a five-year deal with the sports betting operator in 2017. A club spokesperson said: "This has been a hard decision but one that allows us to best deliver on our commercial plan and to grasp the new opportunities now open to us".

No. 9 Maryland beats Michigan State 67-60 with 14-0 run

February 17, 2020

Iowa coach Lisa Bluder could only hope that this was an aberration, rather than evidence of Maryland's overwhelming superiority. "We keep talking about it, we keep addressing it, we keep talking about being fighters, we keep talking about culture and at the end of the day right now, Maryland is the No.

Ryan Garcia: I'm Going To Beat Linares, Beat Davis, Beat Haney!

February 17, 2020

He is just 26 years old and he is still in good shape, giving him speed, strength and more importantly the necessary background and experience to snuff out the up-and-coming Garcia. The victor would become the mandatory fight for the victor of Vasiliy Lomachenko vs Teofimo Lopez. This victory allowed the young prospect to talk about title fights with his compatriot Gerontol Davis and Ukrainian Vasyl Lomachenko.

Recent Match Report - South Africa vs England 3rd T20I 2020

February 17, 2020

With just shy of 450 runs scored in less than 40 overs, it was a hard day for the bowlers but Key thinks the England attack can take an important lesson from it with similarly batsmen-friendly surfaces expected in Australia during the T20 World Cup later in the year.

Liverpool warned time ticking on RB Leipzig striker Werner buyout clause

February 17, 2020

Werner has played a big part in a Leipzig side that have taken a credible title challenge to Bayern Munich this term as they trail the champions by just a point in the Bundesliga. "I was in America for a holiday recently and English football was on all the time". This is worrying for the rest of the Premier League. Many Liverpool admirers may perhaps issue how the youthful forward would suit into their staff and into Jurgen Klopp's program, which doesn't target on a lone frontman.

Teammates appear to stop Marega leaving after racist abuse

February 17, 2020

Porto striker Moussa Marega had to be restrained as he tried to leave the pitch when he was racially abused by Vitoria SC fans after scoring his side's victor on Sunday. "I'd also like to show my thanks to the referee who did not defend me and who gave me a yellow card for defending the colour of my skin". In an Instagram post after the match , Marega said: "I would like to only say to those racist idiots in the stands, go f-- yourselves".

President Donald Trump Tweetstorm - The Sunday Edition

February 17, 2020

Hailie Deegan , the 18-year-old driver deemed " NASCAR's Next Big Superstar", posed for a photo she'll likely remember for the rest of her life, standing next to President Trump and first lady Melania Trump at the Daytona 500 on Sunday.

[Report: Alex Rodriguez Emerges as Probable Applicant to Buy Mets]

February 17, 2020

Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria agreed to sell the team to a group led by Jeter and businessman Bruce Sherman for $1.2 billion back in 2017, the Miami Herald reported. The auction is expected to happen in the coming days with the team expected to fetch $3 billion . Combined, it's a good starting point for a group bid.

New AlphaTauri blends second-hand style with originality

February 17, 2020

New name for the team, new livery. "But there's a new chapter coming with Scuderia AlphaTauri". It also provided a glimpse of its new-look Formula 1 auto, the ATO1, with which it will compete in Formula 1 this year. Daniil Kvyat joined Toro Rosso in 2014 and made the step up to Red Bull the following season, only to be demoted back to Toro Rosso in 2016. Renaming Scuderia Toro Rosso as Scuderia AlphaTauri marks another important milestone in the company's global rollout strategy.

Trump Revs Up Friendly Crowd at Daytona International Speedway

February 17, 2020

President Donald Trump is the grand marshal for the event, meaning he'll give the famous, "Drivers, start your engines" command. On Sunday, President Donald Trump became the first commander-in-chief to lead the pace lap, and he did it with his presidential motorcade.

Warner: Hopefully, we're showed some respect in Africa

February 17, 2020

The former Australia captain, addressing the media after returning from South Africa, had broken down while speaking about his family and the pain he must have caused them due to his involvement in the biggest scandal to hit the sport in a long time.

Mason Greenwood praises Ole Gunnar Solskjaer role in his Man Utd development

February 16, 2020

However, a former Manchester United hero Scholes is not convinced that Ighalo is the kind of proven finisher Solskjaer's side desperately needs. "But if someone said to me at the start of the season, you'll score 10 goals for Manchester United in your first season, I would have taken it straight away".

Official Twitter Accounts of Olympics and FC Barcelona Hacked

February 16, 2020

It's the second time the group has taken over Barca's Twitter accounts and the third time the Spanish champions have been hacked - activists claiming to be the Syrian Electronic Army managed to post a series of tweets in 2014 . According to the Daily Mail, someone believed to be a spokesman for the hackers previously described OurMine as a Saudi account that promotes its own cybersecurity services.

McIlroy, Scott, Kuchar share slim lead at Riviera

February 16, 2020

Woods scorched on the front nine, making eagle on No. 1 before hitting two birdies for a 4-under par 31 Thursday at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles. "I hit it well all day, especially at the start of the round, but I felt like every time I hit a decent shot I left myself on the wrong side of the hole".

Tony Fernandez, Blue Jays legend and former Reds player, dies at 57

February 16, 2020

Hector Gomez was among the first to break the news of Fernandez's passing which is a result of a brain stroke and kidney complications. A native of San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic, Fernandez spent 12 seasons with the Blue Jays over four stints during his 17-year MLB career and made his major league debut with the team as a 21-year-old in 1983.

Kreider, Georgiev help Rangers defeat Blue Jackets for fourth win in row

February 16, 2020

Pavel Buchnevich scored 22 seconds into the game and Ryan Strome added an empty-net goal as the Rangers also won their fifth straight road game. The loss continued an offensive slump for the Blue Jackets , who have been outscored 11-6 during their losing streak and have scored just 20 goals in the last 10 games.

Mikel Arteta: Arsenal's summer transfer plans under way

February 16, 2020

Arteta could call upon his youngsters again as his side host Newcastle on Sunday, as the club continue to be without new signings Cedric Soares and Pablo Mari. "We have Edu, we have Raul Sanllehi, Vinai Venkatesham and Huss Fahmy who are in charge of that". "And Arteta, I'm sure, would have been pleased to get a bit of quality time with his players in Dubai, both on the training ground and off it, where these kinds of breaks can bring everyone together".

Félix reaches first ATP final of 2020 at Rotterdam Open

February 16, 2020

Félix Auger-Aliassime will certainly hope so after reaching his first ATP final of 2020 in Rotterdam . Auger-Aliassime saved one set point in the tiebreak. It marks the second semifinal appearance of the year for Auger-Aliassime, who is ranked 21st in the world. With Monfils serving for the match at 5-2, the 19-year-old from Montreal held off four match points before finally getting the service break.

Maple Leafs at Senators 02/15/20 - Odds and NHL Betting Trends

February 16, 2020

Matthews has collected 71 total points while scoring 42 goals and totalling 29 assists for the Maple Leafs. Trailing 3-1 the Senators made it a one-goal game midway through the third as Goloubef scored his first of the season. Zach Hyman has five goals and five assists over the last 10 games for Toronto. Hogberg has a 3-5-7 record with a 2.87 goals-against average and.914 save percentage and has allowed just four goals in his two most recent starts.

Mahmudullah axed, Mushfiqur returns for Zimbabwe Test

February 16, 2020

Having opted out of the Test match in Pakistan earlier in February due to security concerns, wicketkeeper-batsman Mushfiqur returns for the game in Dhaka. Bangladesh are now in a bad run of form in Tests, losing their last six matches - three of them by an innings margin - but Taylor warned that would not give his side any leverage.

Ja Morant pulls off 360 slam in Rising Stars game

February 16, 2020

He ended up with 20 points, good for second on Team USA. Averaging 22.1 points in 10 games for the Pelicans, the No. 1 pick was unaware he bent the rim. Charlotte's Bridges had the fans cheering late in the third quarter when he flipped the ball off the glass and jammed it during the quarter when the USA took control.

Minnesota Wild fire head coach Bruce Boudreau

February 16, 2020

Boudreau may be best known for his tenure with the Washington Capitals (2007-12), where he emerged as a star on HBO's Road to the Winter Classic for his profanity-laden speeches and colloquialisms. "It's a series of things", Guerin said at a news conference in St. Paul, Minnesota. Boudreau is the sixth this season to be ousted for his team's performance.

No. 2 seed Tsitsipas out in Rotterdam last 16

February 16, 2020

Stefanos Tsitsipas' slow start to the year continued as the Greek star suffered a second-round defeat by Slovenia's Aljaz Bedene in Rotterdam on Thursday. On the other side, the Belgian had a tough time converting his break points (only 25% - 2/8). "I guess the break gave me a boost of confidence". The 18-year-old wild card overcame World No.

Eastern Kentucky LB Michael Harris Body Slams Cop

February 16, 2020

A statement offered to WBNS illustrated Eastern Kentuck University's decision to suspend Harris . Harris is now a part of the Eastern Kentucky University and is listed a redshirt sophomore on the college football roster. According to KFSN-TV , Harris would not calm down and repeatedly told officers to take him to jail. Harris - as a redshirt freshman at Auburn past year - was a four-star recruit from Tucker, Georgia, and was the 15th-ranked outside linebacker according to ESPN .

Josh Norman ready for 'something new and fresh' after Redskins release

February 16, 2020

In the midst of the National Football League offseason, while teams prepare for the free agency period and the draft, the value of a young player can often be lost. He was benched late in the season and appeared in just two of the Redskins' final six games. He also was asked to play different styles than what made him successful in Carolina, where he played a lot of cover-2 zone.

Liverpool’s Anfield expansion plans go to second-stage consultation

February 15, 2020

A second consultation stage has now begun and a series of drop-in events are planned, alongside information made available at the club's home fixture with West Ham on 24 February. Some 5,200 of the extra seats will be general admission with the other 1,800 offering lounge and sports bar hospitality. Manchester United, meanwhile, are way out in front on £110m, with Spurs - who would be one of just two clubs with a higher number of seats than at Anfield - at a lesser £71m.

Tottenham fans' 'Yid' definition included in Oxford Dictionary

February 15, 2020

The word, typically used as an offensive epithet for Jewish people, has been adopted by some Spurs fans as a nickname. "The vast majority of fans of the club, including those who self-designate as Y-words, are not Jewish and therefore have no right of "reclamation", he told Sky News .

Atletico Madrid don't know how to defend when they attack

February 15, 2020

The result means Valencia remain outside the Champions League spots, while Atletico stay in fourth place. Marcos Llorente scored his first ever Spanish league goal for Atletico . Valencia kept going and got back into the game once more when Geoffrey Kondogbia scored from Dani Parejo's cross. "It was important to rebound from the losses in our last two matches", Kondogbia said.

Pili’s 26 points, 13 rebounds lead USC women by No. 11 OSU

February 15, 2020

Close said her strategy of guarding Ionescu with bigs, including Onyenwere and junior guard Chantel Horvat, meant to allow those players to switch onto Hebard in the pick and roll. "It's always fun and an honor to play in front of people who are famous", said Hebard, who has 51 double-doubles in her career. Pivec scored 12 points in the first half and Jones added 10 as Oregon State led 35-32.

Diakite scores 20; Cavaliers beat Notre Dame 50-49 in OT

February 15, 2020

Dating back to the first meeting at Florida State on January 15, Woldetensae has made exactly half (23 of 46) of his 3-point attempts, averaging 11 points a contest during that span. The Cavaliers are led by senior forward, Mamadi Diakite . Virginia had trailed since the early going before a 10-0 run gave them a 43-38 lead. At the 2:41 mark, Gibbs converted a corner three-pointer to regain the lead for the Irish, as a familiar feeling of anxiety engulfed the crowd.

Serena Williams: And after having a child, moms became my heroes

February 15, 2020

Serena Williams He has known his match style! Williams launched S by Serena in 2018, and showed the collection for the first time at New York Fashion Week in September 2019 with guests including Kim Kardashian, LaLa Anthony and Ashley Graham in attendance.

Controversial Folau to make first appearance for Catalans Dragons

February 15, 2020

Folau burst onto the professional sports scene in 2007, making his NRL debut for the Melbourne Storm at just 17 years old. That is a question rugby league has spent the past fortnight arguing about with itself. As he prepares to make his controversial return to rugby league , Israel Folau has confirmed he considered calling time on his cross-code career before signing with Catalans.

EPL: Ighalo doesn’t have Man Utd quality - Scholes

February 15, 2020

United fans have all been waiting to watch the Nigerian striker who spent nearly two seasons at Watford before he left the Premier League side. Solskjaer has clearly played down what was said and suggested it was all blown out of proportion.

Mason Rudolph fires back after Myles Garrett repeats slur accusation

February 15, 2020

Rudolph called it a "bold-faced lie", among other things. "This is a disgusting and reckless attempt to assassinate my character". Even Rudolph's attorney was quick to release a statement about Garrett's claims, making sure everyone understands that Rudolph never said what Garrett is claiming.

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