Aspell goes for 3 in a row at the Grand National (The Associated Press) Leighton Aspell made a heat-of-the-moment decision to retire from horse racing in 2007, feeling he'd lost his passion for the sport. Aspell will become the first jockey to win the Grand National Steeplechase for three straight years if he rides Many Clouds, the 2015 winner, to victory in the world's most grueling horse … [Read more...]
Fury’s camp confirm Klitschko re-match in July (Reuters)
Fury's camp confirm Klitschko re-match in July (Reuters) LONDON (Reuters) - British heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury will defend his titles against Wladimir Klitschko, the man he deposed, in Manchester on July 9, according to his camp. "9th July @Tyson_Fury vs Klitschko is coming to Manchester, UK. Official announcement coming 12 noon." Fury's uncle and trainer Peter posted on Twitter … [Read more...]
Kieran Tierney backs Celtic to recover from stumble
Kieran Tierney backs Celtic to recover from stumble Kieran Tierney insists Celtic will return to winning ways when the Scottish Premiership leaders take on Motherwell at Fir Park on Saturday. Ronny Deila’s side were held to a disappointing goalless draw by Dundee in midweek to give nearest rivals Aberdeen hope in the race for the title. The Hoops […] Photo credit: AFP Kieran Tierney insists … [Read more...]
Basketball Daily Dose: Dose: Warriors Win No. 70
Basketball Daily Dose: Dose: Warriors Win No. 70 Guster drummer and hoops head Brian Rosenworcel is filling in for Dr. A this morning. Enjoy. It’s the silly season in the NBA, a time when random off nights surface not only from NBA starters but also from Rotoworld studs like Steve Alexander, who was a late scratch tonight. Fortunately Dr. A tapped a random, unqualified musician to cover his Dose … [Read more...]
Fury-Klitschko rematch set for July 9 in Manchester (The Associated Press)
Fury-Klitschko rematch set for July 9 in Manchester (The Associated Press) The uncle and trainer of world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury says a rematch against Wladimir Klitschko will take place in Manchester on July 9. Peter Fury posted details of the rematch on his Twitter account, saying an official announcement would be made later Friday. Fury's promoter has yet to make an … [Read more...]
Boxing-Fury’s camp confirm Klitschko re-match in July (Reuters)
Boxing-Fury's camp confirm Klitschko re-match in July (Reuters) LONDON, April 8 (Reuters) - British heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury will defend his titles against Wladimir Klitschko, the man he deposed, in Manchester on July 9, according to his camp. "9th July @Tyson_Fury vs Klitschko is coming to Manchester, UK. Official announcement coming 12 noon." Fury's uncle and trainer Peter … [Read more...]
Warriors top Spurs for 70th win; chase for 73 still alive
Warriors top Spurs for 70th win; chase for 73 still alive 4:07 AM ET Ethan Sherwood StraussESPN Staff Writer Close Covers the Golden State Warriors for ESPN.com Contributes to ESPN's TrueHoop blog Hosts TrueHoop TV Live print OAKLAND, Calif. -- Early, way before beating the San Antonio Spurs 112-101 to secure the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, the Golden State Warriors appeared out of … [Read more...]
Fan suing Blackhawks because drunk guy fell on him
Fan suing Blackhawks because drunk guy fell on him It was Game 4 of the 2015 Western Conference Final. The Chicago Blackhawks were hosting the Anaheim Ducks. John Cooke and his brother were sitting in the sixth row of Section 331, cheering on the home team. Two rows above them was another fan. A really, really drunk fan. The kind of drunk fan you look at and say, “Hey, that guy totally … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Tarasenko, Crosby, Byfuglien, Gardiner, Josi OT heroes
NHL Three Stars: Tarasenko, Crosby, Byfuglien, Gardiner, Josi OT heroes No. 1 Star: Vladimir Tarasenko, St. Louis Blues Tarasenko continues to be a nightmare for the opposition. He scored goal No. 38 to tie the Chicago Blackhawks with 1:22 left on the clock. Goal No. 39 came 3:37 into overtime. No. 2 Star: Dustin Byfuglien, Winnipeg Jets In a game that meant nothing for the Jets, Big Buf … [Read more...]
After loss to Warriors, Spurs plan full lineup for Sunday rematch
After loss to Warriors, Spurs plan full lineup for Sunday rematch 1:40 AM ET Michael C. WrightESPN Staff Writer Close Joined ESPN in 2010 Previously covered Bears for ESPN.com Played college football at West Texas A&M print OAKLAND, Calif. -- The San Antonio Spurs opted against resting their starters to maintain a rhythm heading into the playoffs, but the Golden State Warriors … [Read more...]