UCI, WADA appeal to CAS in Kreuziger case (The Associated Press) Cycling's governing body is joining forces with the World Anti-Doping Agency in an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after Czech rider Roman Kreuziger was cleared of doping violations by his national Olympic committee. The UCI and WADA say they are appealing with a request ''that consideration be given to a sanction … [Read more...]
Happy Hour: Are the best 8 drivers in the old Chase format still alive in 2014?
Happy Hour: Are the best 8 drivers in the old Chase format still alive in 2014? Throughout the week you can send us your best questions, jokes, rants and just plain miscellaneous thoughts to [email protected] or @NickBromberg.We'll post them here, have a good time and everyone's happy. The Chase field has officially been halved. Are any of the final eight drivers a surprise? Sure, … [Read more...]
Robin Lopez filled out his 2014 NBA Player Questionnaire all the way from 1928 (Photo)
Robin Lopez filled out his 2014 NBA Player Questionnaire all the way from 1928 (Photo) The NBA, like many employers, likes to stay up to date on its employees' habits and interests. The most obvious examples involve things like drug tests and, increasingly, sleep schedules. But the league sometimes likes to get a bit more personal instead of just private — figuring out what players like to … [Read more...]
Compton leads at Sea Island
Compton leads at Sea Island Erik Compton, a runner-up at this year's US Open, is chasing his first PGA Tour victory © Getty Images Erik Compton is happy with where he is in golf, and he's not referring to his five-under 65 on Thursday for a share of the lead in the McGladrey Classic. A return to Sea Island provides an occasion to take stock of how far he has come in the last 13 years, and … [Read more...]
Peyton Manning not happy with Broncos’ scoreboard operator after win
Peyton Manning not happy with Broncos' scoreboard operator after win DENVER – At the two-minute warning of the fourth quarter, the Denver Broncos were up 35-21, with the ball. That last part is key to this story. The Broncos, stealing the University of Wisconsin's bit, started playing the House of Pain song "Jump Around" in the stadium. Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib, on the sideline, got … [Read more...]
In NL park, Royals slugger Billy Butler prepares for role as a pinch hitter
In NL park, Royals slugger Billy Butler prepares for role as a pinch hitter SAN FRANCISCO — Billy Butler stood in front of his locker Thursday afternoon, smiling and talking about his very abrupt role-change in the World Series. His two singles and two RBIs keyed the Kansas City Royals' Game 2 victory, but now he'll wait his turn as a pinch hitter when the series shifts to the Giants' home … [Read more...]
‘Intense’ Van Gaal will get the best out of United
'Intense' Van Gaal will get the best out of United The ESPN FC panel discusses Louis van Gaal's claim that Manchester United can still win the title Arjen Robben says Louis van Gaal is the right man to turn Manchester United's fortunes around following a difficult transition period since Sir Alex Ferguson retired. United slumped to seventh in the Premier League under Ferguson's successor David … [Read more...]
‘Shocked’ Poulter attacked by PGA president
'Shocked' Poulter attacked by PGA president Ian Poulter was critical of Nick Faldo and Tom Watson as Ryder Cup captains © Getty Images The PGA of America president, Ted Bishop, left Ian Poulter "shocked and disappointed" by referring to him as a little girl on two social media accounts on Thursday for his comments about Nick Faldo and Tom Watson as Ryder Cup captains. Faldo, who with six … [Read more...]
Football Daily Dose: Dose: Sanders Stars on TNF
Football Daily Dose: Dose: Sanders Stars on TNF Friday, October 24, 2014 Week 8 kicked off in entertaining fashion on Thursday as wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders blew up the box score while leading Denver to a 35-21 win over the visiting San Diego Chargers. When the dust settled in the Mile High City, Peyton Manning had connected with Sanders nine times for 120 yards and a trio of touchdowns. It … [Read more...]
Picks for biggest Week 9 games – ESPN
Picks for biggest Week 9 games - ESPN Score predictions for Ole Miss-LSU and other key matchups Originally Published: October 23, 2014 By Phil Steele | ESPN Insider Steele: Week 9 picks | Harris: Best bets | CFB PickCenter | ESPN Chalk Each week during the 2014 college football season, I will offer my picks and scores for the biggest games, in addition to a handful of other key … [Read more...]