Kvitova to open Fed Cup final against Petkovic (Yahoo Sports) PRAGUE (AP) -- Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova will open the Fed Cup final for the Czech Republic against Andrea Petkovic of Germany. … [Read more...]
McDowell stays in control at Sheshan
McDowell stays in control at Sheshan Graeme McDowell hit five birdies and dropped no shots in his 67 © Getty Images Graeme McDowell remains in command at the halfway stage of the £5.4 milllion WGC-HSBC Champions event in Shanghai after hitting a second successive 67. McDowell didn't drop a shot as he hit five birdies to move to 10 under in Shanghai, three strokes ahead of Ian Poulter, who … [Read more...]
Hopkins knocks out Father Time in championship run (The Associated Press)
Hopkins knocks out Father Time in championship run (The Associated Press) PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Two months shy of 50, Bernard Hopkins is closing in on the era of his life when he should be thinking about AARP membership. Maybe retire and move to Florida for good with the rest of the Baby Boomers. … [Read more...]
Liverpool fans thought title already won, says Azpilicueta
Liverpool fans thought title already won, says Azpilicueta Mourinho frustrated by lack of focus Cesar Azpilicueta believes Liverpool fans got carried away towards the end of last season before Chelsea all but ended their Premier League title hopes by winning at Anfield. Chelsea return to face Brendan Rodgers' side on Saturday for the first time since their win on Merseyside on April 27 last … [Read more...]
Happy Hour 1: Your reactions to what happened after the Texas race
Happy Hour 1: Your reactions to what happened after the Texas race 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. And welcome to this week's Happy Hour. It's a special edition of Happy Hour this week as we'll have two … [Read more...]
Omri Casspi lends DeMarcus Cousins (and his headband) a helping hand as Kings dominate Nuggets
Omri Casspi lends DeMarcus Cousins (and his headband) a helping hand as Kings dominate Nuggets This is how smoothly things are running for the Sacramento Kings right now: They're even picking up assists on the bench. There's a lot to like about Omri Casspi fixing DeMarcus Cousins' slightly askew headband while they're seated on the bench. There's even more to like about a completely … [Read more...]
Crean says Indiana forward Davis recovering well from ‘traumatic brain injury’
Crean says Indiana forward Davis recovering well from 'traumatic brain injury' BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana coach Tom Crean used three words to describe sophomore forward Devin Davis’ injury that hadn’t been put forth in public previously — “traumatic brain injury” — that made it clear the young Hoosier is dealing with a challenging recovery. Davis was hurt Friday night when, as police determined, … [Read more...]
Eight players win their first Silver Slugger award, including Giancarlo Stanton
Eight players win their first Silver Slugger award, including Giancarlo Stanton Award season rolled on in Major League Baseball on Thursday, as the best hitters of 2014 were honored with Silver Slugger trophies. One thing that stuck out on the winners' list: Many first-timers were honored. Giancarlo Stanton, the mighty Miami Marlins outfielder, topped that list after hitting 37 homers and … [Read more...]
Washington CB Marcus Peters dismissed from program (Update)
Washington CB Marcus Peters dismissed from program (Update) Update: 11/6 1:45 p.m. ET Washington head coach Chris Petersen confirmed Peters' dismissal after the team's Thursday practice. “It’s never one thing. We’re not going to dismiss a guy because it’s one thing,” Petersen said. “That’s not what we’re in this business (to be) about. But when you feel like it just can’t work, you gotta do … [Read more...]
Martinez next Maddon?
Martinez next Maddon? Dave Martinez (r.) could be the next Joe Maddon for the Rays. (USATSI) Late last month, the Rays lost long-time manager Joe Maddon, who opted out of his contract after the two sides couldn't agree to an extension. A clause in his contract allowed him to opt out if GM Andrew Friedman left, which Friedman did, for the Dodgers. Tampa Bay may reportedly pursue tampering charges … [Read more...]