Month: January 2024
Francis Ngannou: Former UFC champion faces Anthony Joshua next but still wants future fight with Deontay Wilder | Boxing News
Francis Ngannou will box Anthony Joshua next month, but is still targeting a future fight with Deontay Wilder. Ngannou has made a remarkable transition to professional boxing, meeting Tyson Fury on his debut and pushing the WBC champion close in their non-title bout last October. Next up for the 37-year-old is former two-time unified champion…
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Suns keep Pacers at bay, Kevin Durant fires 40 points
Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) motions after a basket against the Indiana Pacers during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) PHOENIX — The Big 3 is starting to become a reality for the Phoenix Suns. Now the wins are beginning to follow. Kevin…
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Kansas City Chiefs 27-24 Buffalo Bills: Patrick Mahomes out-duels Josh Allen and Tyler Bass misses late field goal as Chiefs set up Baltimore Ravens clash | NFL News
The Kansas City Chiefs inflicted yet another knockout blow to the Buffalo Bills’ Super Bowl dreams as they booked their spot at a sixth consecutive AFC Championship Game with a 27-24 victory at Orchard Park on Sunday night. Bills kicker Tyler Bass squandered a chance to draw the sides level inside the final two minutes…
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Boxing and Mental Health: How the Sport is Addressing the Psychological Impact on Fighters
Boxing has always been a sport that is physically demanding and mentally challenging. The rigorous training, intense physical exertion, and the pressure to perform at the highest level can take a toll on a boxer’s mental health. However, in recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the psychological impact of the sport and…
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Dwight Howard, Andray Blatche power Strong Group to 3-0 start
Dwight Howard played his best game yet for Strong Group in the Dubai International Basketball Championship.–Photo from UAE Basketball Association MANILA, Philippines — Strong Group Athletics (SGA) leaned on Dwight Howard and the heroics of Andray Blatche late to stave off Homenetmen-Lebanon, 104-95, and stay unbeaten in three games in the Dubai International Basketball Championship…
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Jose Mourinho turns down offer from Saudi Pro League side Al Shabab – Paper Talk | Football News
The top stories and transfer rumours from Monday’s newspapers… THE SUN Tottenham have rejected a bid from Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi side for Emerson Royal. Jose Mourinho has rejected a lucrative offer from Saudi side Al Shabab, according to reports. Right-back Daniel Munoz wants a move to Crystal Palace – and will push Belgian side Genk…
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Female sharpshooters put Paris in crosshairs
INQUIRER.net stock images Franchette Shayne Quiroz boosted her chances for a Summer Games appearance in Paris after wiping out two national records at the recent 2024 Asian Shooting Championships, a rifle and pistol Olympic qualification meet held in Jakarta, Indonesia. Wielding two new pistols in her quest to don the national colors in the glamorous…
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-31 Detroit Lions: Jared Goff stars as Lions book NFC Championship appearance | NFL News
The Detroit Lions reached the NFC Championship Game for the first time in 32 years with a thrilling 31-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs. Tied up at 10-10 at half-time, the Lions came alive in the second half, scoring touchdowns on three-straight possessions to move 31-17…
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Farm Fresh willing to wait on Jolina Dela Cruz recovery
Farm Fresh is certain Jolina Dela Cruz will recover her fiery form upon her return. —PVL IMAGES Jolina dela Cruz’s return to the court will have to wait for now even as she continues her career with a different franchise in the Premier Volleyball League. The former F2 Logistics standout suffered a knee injury last…
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HGV Tournament of Champions: Lydia Ko wins 20th title at LPGA Tour opener | Golf News
New Zealand’s Lydia Ko is a winner once again, opening the 2024 LPGA Tour season by claiming the Tournament of Champions title. Ko was a 36-hole co-leader and finished the third round with a two-stroke lead. Her two-under-par 70 in Sunday’s final round was enough to finish at 14-under 274 for the week at Lake…
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