Month: January 2024
SCHEDULE: PBA Commissioner’s Cup quarterfinals
The 2023-2024 PBA Commissioner’s Cup quarterfinals begin on January 17, Wednesday with eight teams battling for a chance to go deeper in the league’s season-opening conference. Top-ranked Magnolia Hotshots, San Miguel Beermen, Barangay Ginebra Gin Kings and Phoenix, finishing in the top four after the elimination round, hold a twice-to-beat advantage over the other four…
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Highfield Princess: John Quinn’s star to stay in training in 2024 with Royal Ascot return in sight | Racing News
John Quinn is eyeing further top-level success with Highfield Princess after confirming his superstar sprinting mare will stay in training this year. The seven-year-old memorably completed a Group One hat-trick in 2022 with wins in the Prix Maurice de Gheest, Nunthorpe and Flying Five Stakes before rounding off her campaign with a fourth-placed finish at…
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The Controversy of Concussions: How Boxing is Addressing Head Injuries
The controversy of concussions in boxing has long been a topic of concern. With the inherent risk of head injuries in a sport where participants are continually punching each other in the head, it’s no surprise that the issue has been a hotly debated topic. However, boxing organizations have taken steps to address head injuries…
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Andy Murray like has played his final Australian Open
Andy Murray of Britain reacts following his first round loss to Tomas Martin Etcheverry of Argentina at the Australian Open tennis championships at Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia, Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Andy Wong) Five-time finalist Andy Murray said Monday there was a “definite possibility” that he has played his final Australian Open after slumping…
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Everton reporter notebook: Groundhog Day at Goodison but Blues need help in drama series | Football News
I will be shocked, indeed disappointed, if Everton are not challenging EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale for this year’s Best Soap at the TV awards. However, the difference between the football club and those more familiar dramas is that the viewers – the Everton fans – are not enjoying what they are watching, nor do…
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Christian Standhardinger leads Best Player race
Ginebra’s Christian Standhardinger leads the Best Player of the Conference race. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines—At the end of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup elimination round, Ginebra’s Christian Standhardinger emerged as the leading candidate for the Best Player of the Conference (BPC) award. Standhardinger averaged 17.3 points, 9.6 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.2 steals per game which…
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Emma Raducanu beats Shelby Rogers at Australian Open as Katie Boulter and Elena Rybakina also win | Tennis News
Emma Raducanu made light work of American Shelby Rogers with a 6-3 6-2 first-round victory at the Australian Open, 12 months on from her last Grand Slam appearance. Raducanu, who made her return to tennis two weeks ago after eight months out to have surgery on both wrists and one ankle, put in an aggressive…
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Mourinho is leaving Roma ‘with immediate effect’
Roma’s head coach Jose Mourinho stands on the pitch during his team’s warm up ahead of the quarterfinal Italian Cup soccer match between Lazio and Roma at Rome’s Olympic Stadium, Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia) ROME — José Mourinho is leaving Roma “with immediate effect,” the club announced Tuesday — ending an at…
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Australian Open: Cameron Norrie dispels injury worries to ease into second round | Tennis News
Jack Draper vomited into a courtside bin after overcoming the Melbourne heat to win his first five-set match, while British No 1 Cameron Norrie dispelled injury worries to ease into the second round of the Australian Open. Draper overcame struggles with the Melbourne heat to defeat Marcos Giron in his first five-set match. It is…
Read More Unleashing the Fighting Spirit: The Impact of Boxing Anime on Viewers’ Lives
Boxing anime has been a staple in the world of animation for many years, captivating audiences with its thrilling action and inspiring storytelling. These anime series have a profound impact on viewers, unleashing the fighting spirit within them and leaving a lasting impression on their lives. One of the most iconic boxing anime series is…
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