Russia questions WADA doping report, but pledges cooperation (Reuters) By Dmitry Solovyov MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia on Thursday called into question the veracity of a new report by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) which accused Russian athletes of still doping, but it promised to facilitate the agency's work. Russia is bracing itself for a decision by the International Association of … [Read more...]
In Olympic refugee team, a last chance for a Syrian swimmer (Yahoo Sports)
In Olympic refugee team, a last chance for a Syrian swimmer (Yahoo Sports) Rami Anis braved the bombs of Aleppo, then was forced to leave his Syrian home for Turkey five years ago - all the while refusing to give up on an elusive dream of swimming in the Olympics. To get that, he had to prove how much he made. … [Read more...]
Weather delays plaguing U.S. Open at Oakmont
Weather delays plaguing U.S. Open at Oakmont OAKMONT, Pa. -- It's raining cats and dogs here, not birdies and eagles. Weather delays, namely severe thunderstorms, have caused play to be stopped twice here at the 2016 U.S. Open. The first delay began at approximately 10:05 a.m. and lasted about 75 minutes. After less than an hour of play, the field was again called off the course for … [Read more...]
Gareth Bale ‘proud’ despite Wales Euro 2016 derby defeat
Gareth Bale ‘proud’ despite Wales Euro 2016 derby defeat Lens (France) (AFP) – Gareth Bale declared himself “proud” of his Wales team-mates despite the huge disappointment of Daniel Sturridge’s stoppage-time goal giving England a 2-1 victory on Thursday. For the second game running at Euro 2016, Bale put Wales ahead from a direct free-kick, but England substitutes Jamie Vardy and Sturridge … [Read more...]
Coming soon: A chance to bid on Steph Curry’s game-used mouthguard
Coming soon: A chance to bid on Steph Curry's game-used mouthguard It's no longer the highest-profile piece of gear Stephen Curry rocks — those, of course, would be the "straight fire" Curry Two Lows that have come to dominate headlines of late — but the Golden State Warriors superstar's mouthguard remains among the NBA's most recognizable accessories, thanks in large part to the … [Read more...]
Heisman Trophy Odds, Favorites: Watson, Fournette, McCaffrey Lead Contenders – SportsBlog.com (blog)
Heisman Trophy Odds, Favorites: Watson, Fournette, McCaffrey Lead Contenders - SportsBlog.com (blog) Offshore and Las Vegas sportsbooks have posted odds to win the 2016 Heisman Trophy. Sports betting and handicapping force OffshoreInsiders.com has compiled the consensus favorites and longshots. Clemson QB Deshaun Watson, LSU RB Leonard Fournette, and Stanford RB and return specialist Christian … [Read more...]
Bulpett: With assets aplenty, Ainge faces numbers crunch entering NBA draft – Boston Herald
Bulpett: With assets aplenty, Ainge faces numbers crunch entering NBA draft - Boston Herald Given the present situation, the Celtics have a problem with the upcoming draft. And it really has nothing to do with basketball. With eight picks at their disposal, math is the Celts’ most obvious enemy when it comes to June 23. The numbers simply don’t add up, which is why the first four words of this … [Read more...]
Who do you take at the U.S. Open: The Big Three or the field?
Who do you take at the U.S. Open: The Big Three or the field? OAKMONT, Pa. -- The question going into the U.S. Open nine years ago was whether you would take 12-time major winner Tiger Woods or the remaining field of 155 players. Now, going into this Oakmont Open in 2016, the question is if you would take the Big Three or the 153 leftovers. So, do you believe Jason Day, defending champion … [Read more...]
Hats and horses at Royal Ascot Ladies Day (Reuters)
Hats and horses at Royal Ascot Ladies Day (Reuters) Blooming flowers, animals and patriotic references were among the fashion inspirations for race-goers at Britain's Royal Ascot's Ladies Day on Thursday, with a range of colourful and quirky hats on display at the famed horse racing event. Attendees wore an array of fanciful hats and fascinators at the gathering in Ascot, England, including … [Read more...]
2016 U.S. Open: Ten things to know
2016 U.S. Open: Ten things to know The U.S. Open begins Thursday at Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania, and, as usual, it's the toughest test of golf on the calendar. Slick greens, treacherous fairways, devious approaches, mentally taxing strategies ... Oakmont has it all. Who will end up the champion on Sunday night? No idea, but here's what you need to know going into the tournament. … [Read more...]