Why the longest par 3 in U.S. Open history isn't all that scary OAKMONT, Pa. – You've heard of sticker shock. This is scorecard shock. There's a par 3 here at Oakmont Country Club, site of the U.S. Open, that's 288 yards from the back tee box. When fans first hear about it, they kind of gasp. A nearly 300-yard par 3?, they ask, like they can't believe what they heard. Invariably, it's … [Read more...]
Police use tear gas after Lille fighting
Police use tear gas after Lille fighting 4:41 PM GMT Police in Lille have used tear gas on fans following fights in the city centre. Supporters were seen running through the streets before officers attempted to disperse them by firing tear gas. Fans from England, Wales, Slovakia and Russia have been gathering for Group B matches in the city and nearby Lens. A large group, including about about … [Read more...]
This huge mural of Steven Adams is almost as intimidating as he is
This huge mural of Steven Adams is almost as intimidating as he is Steven Adams was absolutely brilliant for the Oklahoma City Thunder this postseason. He averaged just under a double-double in 31 minutes per playoff game, making a massive defensive impact with his ability to harass opponents in space while still protecting the rim and cleaning the glass, and also showcased an advancing … [Read more...]
Simmons declines pre-draft workout for 76ers
Simmons declines pre-draft workout for 76ers 1:25 PM ET ESPN News Services Philadelphia may be known as the City of Brotherly Love but NBA prospect, Ben Simmons, is refusing to reciprocate. Simmons, who many believe will be the top pick in this month's NBA Draft, has so far declined the 76ers invitation to work out for the team, a decision Sixers president Bryan Colangelo insists will not … [Read more...]
Blackhawks trade Teuvo Teravainen, Bryan Bickell to Hurricanes for draft picks – CBS sports.com (blog)
Blackhawks trade Teuvo Teravainen, Bryan Bickell to Hurricanes for draft picks - CBS sports.com (blog) For the second straight offseason, the Chicago Blackhawks are in a position where the salary cap is going to force them to move out money. They started that maneuvering on Tuesday by trading promising young forward Teuvo Teravainen and veteran forward Bryan Bickell to the Carolina Hurricanes … [Read more...]
Russia could take legal action over athletics ban: IFax cites Mutko (Reuters)
Russia could take legal action over athletics ban: IFax cites Mutko (Reuters) MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko said on Wednesday Russia could take legal action if its disgraced athletics federation is not reinstated to the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), Interfax news agency reported. "It seems to me it is necessary to start treating it from … [Read more...]
Paul George named his new puppy Kobe ‘out of respect’ for his idol
Paul George named his new puppy Kobe 'out of respect' for his idol Sure, he might've thrown some ageist slander his way back in February, but Paul George is, has been and forever will be an avowed and unabashed Kobe Bryant fan. The 26-year-old Palmdale, Calif., native grew up watching Kobe star for the Los Angeles Lakers throughout the early 2000s, obsessing over every stepback and pull-up, … [Read more...]
Iceland hit back at ‘ungracious’ Ronaldo after Euro 2016 draw
Iceland hit back at ‘ungracious’ Ronaldo after Euro 2016 draw Saint-Étienne (France) (AFP) – Euro 2016 minnows Iceland hit back at Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo, labelling him “not a gracious human being” after he criticised the Atlantic islanders’ defensive tactics in a 1-1 draw in Saint-Etienne. Ronaldo accused Iceland of having a “small mentality” on Tuesday as they prevented the Real … [Read more...]
Phil Kessel says he’s bringing Stanley Cup to Toronto
Phil Kessel says he’s bringing Stanley Cup to Toronto Turns out Phil Kessel might actually bring a Stanley Cup to Toronto after all. Our sweet hockey prince told Sportsnet 590 on Wednesday morning that there’s a good chance he’ll spend part of his day with the Cup in the home of the Toronto Maple Leafs, after his Pittsburgh Penguins won the chalice in six games over the San Jose Sharks. … [Read more...]
Three Things to Watch For: Golden State vs. Cleveland Game 6
Three Things to Watch For: Golden State vs. Cleveland Game 6 For the second time in a week, the NBA might be down to the final game of its 2015-16 season. [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all of basketball] The Cleveland Cavaliers extended its run on Monday evening by pulling out a desperate 112-97 win in Game 5, behind a pair of brilliant showcase games from LeBron … [Read more...]