PGA of America president Ted Bishop ousted for sexist remarks PGA of America president Ted Bishop's two-year term was set to end Nov. 22. The organization's board of governors bumped up that date on Friday, voting to oust the controversial president after Bishop made remarks on social media channels with a sexist tone. On Thursday, Bishop attempted to defend six-time major champion Nick … [Read more...]
Jamie McMurray wins pole at Martinsville
Jamie McMurray wins pole at Martinsville A Chase driver isn't starting first for the second straight Chase race. A week after Brian Vickers qualified first at Talladega, Jamie McMurray qualified first at Martinsville on Friday. It's his second career pole at Martinsville. He started first in the spring race in 2011. McMurray beat out Joey Logano, the points leader after Talladega before the … [Read more...]
The Denver Broncos are on pace to be one of history’s great teams
The Denver Broncos are on pace to be one of history's great teams Welcome to the latest Shutdown Corner podcast! On today's piping-hot episode, we have: • A look at Peyton Manning vs. the Denver scoreboard operator. (Sing this ep's title to Peyton's favorite tune.) • Are the Denver Broncos on track to be one of the best teams in history? There's evidence that points to yes. • Why's Philip … [Read more...]
Maddon opts out of Rays contract
Maddon opts out of Rays contract Manager Joe Maddon has exercised an opt-out clause in his contract with the Tampa Bay Rays and is leaving the organization effective immediately, the team announced. Owner Stuart Sternberg released the following statement: “Joe Maddon has exercised an opt-out in his current contract, a contract which was not scheduled to expire until after the 2015 season. We … [Read more...]
Aguero misses Balotelli at City
Aguero misses Balotelli at City Has Balotelli become a scapegoat? Sergio Aguero has revealed in his new autobiography that he loved his time alongside Mario Balotelli at Manchester City - and feels his fellow striker was "crazy" because of his insecurity. The pair played alongside each other at the Etihad Stadium for a year and a half before Balotelli was sold to AC Milan in January 2013. They … [Read more...]
Nick Saban sends letter to high school after death of coach (Photo)
Nick Saban sends letter to high school after death of coach (Photo) Alabama head coach Nick Saban offered his condolences to a high school in Tuscumbia, Ala., whose football coach tragically died last week. In a letter dated Oct. 22 and addressed to Deshler High School athletic director Patrick Smith, Saban expressed his sadness for the death of Jake Linville, the 42-year-old coach who was … [Read more...]
Ferrer gets 600th win to reach Valencia semis (Yahoo Sports)
Ferrer gets 600th win to reach Valencia semis (Yahoo Sports) Top-seeded David Ferrer earned his 600th career win by beating Thomaz Bellucci 6-1, 6-2 Friday to set up a semifinal against Andy Murray at the Valencia Open. Ferrer, a three-time champion in Valencia, became the fourth active player to reach the milestone, joining Roger Federer (986 wins), Rafael Nadal (706) and Lleyton Hewitt … [Read more...]
Coric upsets Nadal to reach Swiss Indoors semis (Yahoo Sports)
Coric upsets Nadal to reach Swiss Indoors semis (Yahoo Sports) Teenager Borna Coric upset second-seeded Rafael Nadal in straight sets Friday to reach the semifinals of the Swiss Indoors and announce himself as one of the rising stars of tennis. There was no such slip-up for Roger Federer as the top-seeded Swiss remained on course for his sixth title in Basel after beating fifth-seeded … [Read more...]
Ligety aims to challenge overall champion Hirscher (The Associated Press)
Ligety aims to challenge overall champion Hirscher (The Associated Press) When the men's Alpine skiing World Cup starts this weekend, Ted Ligety has his eyes on more than just his fourth straight win in the season-opening giant slalom. Defending champion Marcel Hirscher, who wants to become the first male skier to win the overall World Cup four seasons in a row, regards Ligety and Alexis … [Read more...]
Breaking News: Week 8 NFL Live Chat
Breaking News: Week 8 NFL Live Chat Friday, October 24, 2014 Week 8 NFL Live Chat beginning Friday at 3ET. Editor's Note: If this is your first time participating in a LiveFyre chat, you'll need to set up a username. Simply click "Sign In" above the chat, click the "Create Account" link and set up your username and password. Week 8 NFL Live Chat beginning Friday at 3ET. Editor's Note: If … [Read more...]