Boxing-Fury denies doping allegation (Reuters) World heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has denied an allegation of doping after a British Sunday newspaper said he was under investigation. "We are baffled by today's story in the Sunday Mirror," said a statement issued by the boxer's promoter Hennessy Sports. "Tyson Fury absolutely denies any allegation of doping. … [Read more...]
Iceland’s ‘army’ have already won at Euro 2016 – coach
Iceland’s ‘army’ have already won at Euro 2016 – coach Nice (France) (AFP) – Iceland’s players are “winners” regardless of the outcome of Monday’s Euro 2016 last 16 clash with England, but victory would change their lives “forever”, joint-coach Heimir Hallgrimsson said on Sunday. Iceland’s population of 330,000 makes them the smallest nation ever to have qualified for a major tournament and they … [Read more...]
The 10 most awkward 2016 NHL Draft rookie photos (Gallery)
The 10 most awkward 2016 NHL Draft rookie photos (Gallery) BUFFALO, NY – One of our favorite moments of the 2016 NHL Draft in Buffalo was when the Philadelphia Flyers announced they were taking “Daniel Bernhardt” when they meant “David Bernhardt” and then someone at their draft table said “my bad” afterwards. Because “awkward” is a mandatory part of the draft experience. Especially when it … [Read more...]
Key relievers playing big role in Astros recent turnaround
Key relievers playing big role in Astros recent turnaround It took them until mid-June, but the Houston Astros finally look like a factor in the American League. After two dominant wins against the Kansas City Royals this weekend, the Astros have now won seven straight and are a season-best three games over .500. Granted, they're still nine games behind the division-leading Texas Rangers, … [Read more...]
Red Wings see top pick Dennis Cholowski as 'elite thinker' who can play in any situation – MLive.com
Red Wings see top pick Dennis Cholowski as 'elite thinker' who can play in any situation - MLive.com The analysts on NBC Sports Network called Dennis Cholowski, the Detroit Red Wings' top pick in this year's NHL draft, a project. Tyler Wright disagrees. The Red Wings director of amateur scouting doesn't think Cholowski was a reach just because he played Tier II hockey last season in the … [Read more...]
Celtics — and drama —still building as Kevin Durant remains in play – Boston Herald
Celtics — and drama —still building as Kevin Durant remains in play - Boston Herald That logic behind that old Ronald Reagan question — are you better off now than you were four years ago? — can be applied to where Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge stands today in the wake of the 2016 NBA draft. Are the Celtics better suited to attracting Kevin Durant now than they were four … [Read more...]
Where to find France vs. Ireland on US TV and streaming
Where to find France vs. Ireland on US TV and streaming If you’re trying to find out how you can watch France vs. Ireland in Euro 2016, you’ve come to the right place. Ireland has the opportunity to enact revenge against France after Thierry Henry blatantly handled the ball in 2009 during a World Cup qualifier match. That motivation coupled with the incredible support for Ireland should give the … [Read more...]
Jeff Gordon ‘flattered’ by possible talk show interest
Jeff Gordon 'flattered' by possible talk show interest Jeff Gordon certainly isn't ruling out the possibility he could become a talk show host. Gordon has been mentioned as a candidate to succeed Michael Strahan as Kelly Ripa's co-host on "Live!" Gordon was asked about the possibility on Saturday at Sonoma and said he was flattered about the interest. “Well, I’m flattered that my name has … [Read more...]
Keith Thurman can seize momentum with Mayweather, Pacquiao retired (Yahoo Sports)
Keith Thurman can seize momentum with Mayweather, Pacquiao retired (Yahoo Sports) Few fighters have the mainstream potential of Thurman. He’s charismatic, engaging, gifted with power in both hands, as Shawn Porter found out on Saturday night. … [Read more...]
Melatonin wins Gold Cup by 1 1/2 lengths at Santa Anita (The Associated Press)
Melatonin wins Gold Cup by 1 1/2 lengths at Santa Anita (The Associated Press) Melatonin won the $500,000 Gold Cup by 1 1/2 lengths Saturday at Santa Anita. Ridden by Joe Talamo, Melatonin ran 1 1/4 miles in 1:59.79 and paid $5.60, $4 and $3 as the 9-5 favorite. The 5-year-old gelding earned an automatic berth into the $6 million Breeders' Cup Classic at the track this fall. … [Read more...]