Month: January 2024
Michael van Gerwen insists he will get Luke Littler after teenage darts sensation wins Bahrain Masters | Darts News
Michael van Gerwen has vowed he will get Luke Littler after the teenager beat him in the Bahrain Masters final to win his first senior PDC title. Littler, who turns 17 on Sunday, withstood the pressure of facing Van Gerwen for the first time before finding the decisive break to go 7-5 up and held…
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Faith Nisperos, Akari Chargers aim for Final Four
Akari Chargers’ Faith Nisperos.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — After an encouraging campaign last year, Faith Nisperos is determined to help the new-look Akari Chargers make their first-ever semifinal appearance in the 2024 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) season. After adding champion spiker Grethcel Soltones from Petro Gazz and ex-Creamline star Ced Domingo, who is set to…
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Natasha Jonas vs Mikaela Mayer: With legacy on the line the two-weight world champion wants a ‘historic battle’ | Boxing News
Natasha Jonas hopes Saturday night’s fight with Mikaela Mayer will be a “historic battle” and a legacy-defining clash for the Liverpudlian in her hometown. When Mayer’s team suggested this IBF welterweight world title fight would be women’s boxing’s answer to Marvin Hagler vs Tommy Hearns, the epic three-round war, Jonas smiled broadly. That is a…
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Miami Heat retire Udonis Haslem’s No. 40 jersey
Former Miami Heat player Udonis Haslem wipes a tear during a half time ceremony where his jersey was retired at an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks, Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, in Miami. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier) MIAMI — Udonis Haslem averaged 7.5 points and 6.6 rebounds in his career. He never made an All-Star…
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S’land 0 – 1 Hull City
Fabio Carvalho’s volley helped Hull to a 1-0 win over Sunderland on Friday night, which took them back into the Championship play-off places. The 21-year-old forward – on loan from Liverpool until the end of the season – connected with a cross delivered by fellow Reds loanee Tyler Morton and hit a first-time effort that…
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The Best Boxing Movies of All Time: A Knockout List
When it comes to sports, boxing has a special place in the hearts of many. The thrill of seeing two fighters go head to head in the ring, the determination and perseverance of the athletes, and the emotional journey of the underdog all make for compelling storytelling. It’s no wonder, then, that boxing movies have…
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PBA: Chot Reyes back as TNT Tropang Giga coach
FILE–TNT coaches Chot Reyes, right, and Jojo Lastimosa –Marlo Cueto/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines–Chot Reyes is set to resume his role as coach of TNT for the season-ending PBA Philippine Cup following the two-conference tenure of Jojo Lastimosa. The Tropang Giga made the announcement Saturday through social media after Reyes and Lastimosa met recently with top brass…
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Mohamed Salah: Liverpool forward to miss two matches for Egypt at AFCON with muscle injury | Football News
The Egypt Football Federation has confirmed Mohamed Salah will miss their next two games through injury. Salah was withdrawn from their 2-2 draw with Ghana on Thursday just before half-time, sparking concerns for Liverpool as they continue their hunt for silverware domestically and in Europe. However, despite initially fearing that he had suffered an apparent…
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PBA reaffirms commitment to national program
FILE – PBA commissioner Willie Marcial The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to the new era of the national program. “The PBA’s commitment remains the same: Whatever Gilas needs—whether it be coaches, players, or even utility personnel—the league is readily available to lend a hand,” PBA commissioner Willie Marcial told the…
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Champions Cup: Connacht finally get win over Bristol as Glasgow beat Toulon to make last 16 | Rugby Union News
Ireland Sevens star Andrew Smith helped Connacht keep their Investec Champions Cup hopes alive as they beat 14-player Bristol to finally open their account. Smith scored the fourth try in a 27-10 bonus point Pool 1 victory at the Dexcom Stadium with Shayne Bolton, Jack Aungier and Caolin Blade having crossed earlier on a night…
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