Italian pursuit team replaces Russia in track cycling event (Yahoo Sports) RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) -- The Italian men's pursuit team was added to the track cycling program at the Olympics on Friday after the Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld the decision to bar Russia's squad from competing. … [Read more...]
Olympics-Cyclng-Italy get men’s pursuit slot as Russia appeal fails (Reuters)
Olympics-Cyclng-Italy get men's pursuit slot as Russia appeal fails (Reuters) By Mitch Phillips RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug 5 (Reuters) - Italy were awarded Russia's place in the Olympic men's cycling team pursuit competition on Friday after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) rejected the appeal by three Russian riders who were ruled ineligible by the sport's governing body. Dmitry Sokolov, … [Read more...]
Another mediocre Martin Perez start shows just how thin the Rangers rotation is
Another mediocre Martin Perez start shows just how thin the Rangers rotation is One of the biggest trade deadline surprises was the Rangers' inability to land a premier starting pitcher. Jon Daniels reportedly called on most everyone -- from Chris Archer to Chris Sale to an inspired check-in on Vincent Velasquez -- without finding a match. As such, the Rangers are headed down the home stretch … [Read more...]
Blue Angels add flair to Seattle's Ken Griffey Jr. tribute
Blue Angels add flair to Seattle's Ken Griffey Jr. tribute Seattle is the place to be this weekend as the city prepares to honor Ken Griffey Jr. in a weekend long celebration of his Hall of Fame career. That will include Griffey’s No. 24 being retired in a highly anticipated ceremony prior to Saturday’s game against the Los Angeles Angels. Speaking of Angels, that’s not the only thing … [Read more...]
NBC cracked a Bob Costas pink eye joke to start the Olympics
NBC cracked a Bob Costas pink eye joke to start the Olympics (@NBCOlympics) Ask anyone to name a lasting memory from the 2014 Winter Olympics and there’s a chance they might mention Bob Costas and his very public battle with pink eye. The lead NBC Olympics host had such a bad case of conjunctivitis that he was forced to take a few days off, leaving the internet plenty of time to make memes … [Read more...]
Rio welcomes world with sultry music, plea for conservation (Yahoo Sports)
Rio welcomes world with sultry music, plea for conservation (Yahoo Sports) With fireworks forming the word ''Rio'' in the sky, hip-wiggling dancers and supermodel Gisele Bundchen shimmering to the tune of the ''Girl from Ipanema,'' Rio de Janiero welcomed the world to the first Olympic Games in South America with a serious message: Let's take better care of our planet. After one of the … [Read more...]
Summer Olympics: How to watch USWNT vs. France live on TV, stream, live blog
Summer Olympics: How to watch USWNT vs. France live on TV, stream, live blog The U.S. women's national looks to make it six points out of six as it takes on France on Saturday in the second group stage match at the 2016 Summer Olympics. After a 2-0 win over New Zealand on Wednesday, the U.S. could all but cement first place in the group with a win. Here's how to watch and what to know. Be sure … [Read more...]
2016 Rio Olympics opening ceremony start time, live blog, how to watch, live stream
2016 Rio Olympics opening ceremony start time, live blog, how to watch, live stream The 2016 Rio Olympics will take center stage across the world, starting on Friday, Aug. 5 with the opening ceremony. Athletes and fans from all corners of the globe will convene to kick off the Games of the XXXI Olympiad by gathering at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The ceremony will include traditional … [Read more...]
Woman boycotts hearing after Florida picks booster to hear Callaway assault case – CBS sports.com (blog)
Woman boycotts hearing after Florida picks booster to hear Callaway assault case - CBS sports.com (blog) Florida has some big questions to answer. USATSI Updated at 3 p.m.: The University of Florida's public affairs office provided the following statement to CBS Sports, noting that it is prohibited under state and federal law from commenting on a specific student disciplinary matter. Our student … [Read more...]
Heading to Titans' free scrimmage at Nissan Stadium? Players to watch, things to know – The Tennessean
Heading to Titans' free scrimmage at Nissan Stadium? Players to watch, things to know - The Tennessean Buy Photo Titans running back DeMarco Murray (29) powers through the defense during practice at St. Thomas Sports Park Friday Aug. 5, 2016, in Nashville, Tenn.(Photo: George Walker IV / The Tennessean)Buy Photo The Titans are returning to the field at Nissan Stadium for the first time … [Read more...]