Russian investigators looking into doping allegations - report (Reuters) MOSCOW, May 19 (Reuters) - Russian state investigators are looking into allegations from former anti-doping laboratory chief Grigory Rodchenkov about Russian sports doping, Russian news agencies reported on Thursday. Interfax news agency cited Vladimir Markin, spokesman for Russia's Investigative Committee, as saying … [Read more...]
Preakness 2016: Exaggerator back for another try at Nyquist (The Associated Press)
Preakness 2016: Exaggerator back for another try at Nyquist (The Associated Press) We're not making this up: Exaggerator is 0 for 4 against Nyquist. ''We doubled-teamed him with Exaggerator and Swipe,'' Desormeaux said at Thursday's traditional alibi breakfast at Pimlico Race Course. Swipe, a promising Derby prospect as a 2-year-old, has finished second to Nyquist four times, including the … [Read more...]
SEC sues Mickelson, alleging he profited $931K on insider tip
SEC sues Mickelson, alleging he profited $931K on insider tip The Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a civil suit naming Phil Mickelson as a "relief defendant," accusing the five-time major winner of insider trading. The suit claims Mickelson made approximately $931,000 on Dean Foods stock because of an insider tip from famous sports bettor Billy Walters. Walters and former Dean … [Read more...]
Wembley win would lift United, says van Gaal
Wembley win would lift United, says van Gaal Manchester (United Kingdom) (AFP) – Louis van Gaal claims victory over Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final on Saturday would restore Manchester United’s pride after a turbulent season. United have struggled to live up to their potential under van Gaal and failed to qualify for next season’s Champions League after finishing fifth in the Premier League. … [Read more...]
Paid patriotism payback — NFL to return taxpayers more than $700K
Paid patriotism payback — NFL to return taxpayers more than $700K The NFL, which was criticized for its teams receiving profits for sponsored military tributes, will pay back $723,734 in taxpayers' money, according to ESPN.com. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said that the league would pay back the money for "paid patriotism" — acts of military recognition during games — that had been … [Read more...]
Kevin Durant colorfully reminds Dion Waiters of his Thunder role
Kevin Durant colorfully reminds Dion Waiters of his Thunder role After years wasting away on an island — the subject of so many jokes about his hero ball approach to basketball — Dion Waiters is swimming to freedom during Oklahoma City's playoff run. In a remarkable turnaround, the Thunder guard has gone from laughingstock to vital cog in the Thunder's success. So, it appears OKC star Kevin … [Read more...]
Five-star center Marques Bolden picks Duke over Kentucky – ESPN
Five-star center Marques Bolden picks Duke over Kentucky - ESPN 4:01 PM ET Paul BiancardiBasketball Recruiting Close National Recruiting Director for ESPN.com 18 years of coaching experience at Division I level Former Horizon League coach of the year at Wright State print Mike Krzyzewski's loaded No. 2-ranked 2016 recruiting class just got better. In a news conference held Thursday … [Read more...]
Big Ten sees $110 million rise in revenue
Big Ten sees $110 million rise in revenue Business is booming for the Big Ten. According to tax records obtained by USA Today, the Big Ten had a significant revenue increase – nearly $110 million – during the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2015. Overall, the conference brought in $448.8 million in total revenue, which divvies up to “roughly $32.4 million to each of its longest-standing 11 … [Read more...]
NHL GM of the Year Award Finalists: MacLellan vs. Nill vs. Rutherford
NHL GM of the Year Award Finalists: MacLellan vs. Nill vs. Rutherford The NHL announced Wednesday that Brian MacLellan of the Washington Capitals, Jim Nill of the Dallas Stars and Jim Rutherford of the Pittsburgh Penguins are finalists for the NHL General Manager of the Year Award. Voting for this award was conducted among the 30 NHL general managers and a panel of NHL executives, print … [Read more...]
The Latest: Hoketsu misses chance to become oldest Olympian (Yahoo Sports)
The Latest: Hoketsu misses chance to become oldest Olympian (Yahoo Sports) A 75-year-old Japanese equestrian athlete will not be able to become the oldest competing Olympian of all time in Rio de Janeiro because of an illness to his horse. Kyodo news agency reported that Hiroshi Hoketsu was unable to meet the criteria to join the qualifying trials for the Japanese team. Hoketsu would have … [Read more...]