Wilshere injury short term, says Wenger Ox compares Sanchez to Suarez Jack Wilshere could miss Arsenal's Premier League game against Burnley on Saturday but Arsene Wenger insists the midfielder's latest injury setback is not serious. Wilshere suffered a kick on his knee in training and could also miss next week's Champions League clash against Anderlecht. Jack Wilshere could miss Arsenal's … [Read more...]
Georgia’s appeal of Todd Gurley suspension denied; Gurley still eligible Nov. 15
Georgia's appeal of Todd Gurley suspension denied; Gurley still eligible Nov. 15 Georgia's appeal to have RB Todd Gurley eligible sooner than November 15 has been denied. The NCAA said in a statement this week that Gurley would be reinstated for the Bulldogs' game against Auburn on November 15 after serving a four-game suspension for accepting over $3,000 for autographing items over multiple … [Read more...]
Gerrard could leave Liverpool next year
Gerrard could leave Liverpool next year Pascoe: Balotelli has hunger to win Steven Gerrard admits that he could leave Liverpool at the end of the season. The 34-year-old's contract expires next June and he is yet to be offered a new deal. As things stand, he would be free to sign a pre-contract agreement with another club in January. Gerrard, who has been with Liverpool since the age of nine, … [Read more...]
The Daily Dose: Dose: Down Goes Westbrook
The Daily Dose: Dose: Down Goes Westbrook Friday, October 31, 2014 Clips hang on over Thunder, who lose Russell Westbrook LeBron’s return to Cleveland was going to be the top story, but a small fracture in the right hand of Russell Westbrook trumped that story in fantasyland. Westbrook went down after scoring just seven points, and returned to the bench with his right hand heavily wrapped in … [Read more...]
Week 10 college football picks: TCU at WVU, Auburn at Ole Miss; more – SI.com
Week 10 college football picks: TCU at WVU, Auburn at Ole Miss; more - SI.com Can Oregon end its recent hex against Stanford? Will Auburn hand Ole Miss its second loss in as many weeks? How will West Virginia’s defense hold up against quarterback Trevone Boykin and TCU’s high-flying offense? The initial College Football Playoff rankings were released on Tuesday night. So, which teams can improve … [Read more...]
Regally Ready wins Big Bear Stakes at Santa Anita (The Associated Press)
Regally Ready wins Big Bear Stakes at Santa Anita (The Associated Press) Regally Ready won the $75,000 Big Bear Stakes for 3-year-olds by a half-length on Thursday at Santa Anita. Ridden by Rosie Napravnik, Regally Ready ran a mile in 1:35.65 and paid $5.60, $3.60 and $3 as the 9-5 favorite. ''This is such a cool horse,'' said Napravnik, who has won all five times she's ridden Regally … [Read more...]
Nishikori remains on course for ATP Finals (Yahoo Sports)
Nishikori remains on course for ATP Finals (Yahoo Sports) Despite being one of the smallest players on the Tour, Kei Nishikori's performances are not going unnoticed at home. Nishikori, who is bidding to become the first Asian-born player to qualify for the season-ending ATP Finals, is enjoying a breakthrough season in which he claimed four titles and reached the U.S. Although he lost in … [Read more...]
Brazilian cycling champ banned 2 years for doping (The Associated Press)
Brazilian cycling champ banned 2 years for doping (The Associated Press) SAO PAULO (AP) -- The Brazilian cycling federation says it has suspended national road race champion Marcia Fernandes for two years for doping, virtually ending her chances of competing in the 2016 Rio Olympics. … [Read more...]
Jockey Gary Stevens returns with new knee (The Associated Press)
Jockey Gary Stevens returns with new knee (The Associated Press) Hall of Fame jockey Gary Stevens launches a second comeback in as many years on Friday aboard Sivoliere in the $1 million Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf. Stevens says he is now pain free, following right knee replacement surgery three months ago. ''I didn't make the decision, it was made for me'' Stevens said Thursday. … [Read more...]
NFL draft watch: Is UGA’s Todd Gurley missing games good in NFL’s eyes?
NFL draft watch: Is UGA's Todd Gurley missing games good in NFL's eyes? The next time you see Georgia running back Todd Gurley, assuming the school’s appeal is not granted, will be when the Bulldogs take on Auburn in a great test in two weeks. Gurley has been suspended and will have missed four games, as things stand now, for receiving more than $3,000 in exchange for signed memorabilia the … [Read more...]