Month: January 2024
Jannik Sinner enjoying life as Grand Slam breakthrough beckons
Italy’s Jannik Sinner signs autographs following a practice session ahead of the Australian Open tennis championships at Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia, Friday, Jan. 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Andy Wong) Jannik Sinner credited master coach Darren Cahill Friday with helping him rise up the rankings, saying the Australian gave him a different perspective on tennis. The Italian…
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Joao Gomes: Tottenham keen on signing Wolves midfielder – Paper Talk | Football News
The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday’s newspapers… THE SUN Tottenham are keen on signing Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes, according to reports. Conor Gallagher is now “unlikely” to leave Chelsea this month – but Tottenham will not give up on signing the player. Former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is the favourite to replace Stefano…
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Timberwolves breeze past Trail Blazers
Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) dunks as Portland Trail Blazers forward Jabari Walker (34) watches during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Craig Lassig) MINNEAPOLIS — Rudy Gobert had 24 points and 17 rebounds, Karl-Anthony Towns scored 23 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves cruised to…
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Training to Win: The Importance of Quality Boxing Shoes for Athletes
For any serious athlete, having the right gear can make all the difference in performance. In the sport of boxing, having quality boxing shoes is essential for athletes who want to train to win. Boxing shoes are specifically designed to provide the proper support, traction, and comfort for fighters during training and in the ring.…
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Hull City 1 – 2 Norwich
Jonathan Rowe’s brilliant effort set Norwich on their way to an important 2-1 win at Hull to boost their Championship play-off hopes. Substitute Christian Fassnacht sealed the win late on, as the Canaries moved back into the top half of the table. For Hull, who handed a debut to Liverpool loanee Fabio Carvalho, there was…
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June Mar Fajardo returns, forms a lethal tandem with Boatwright
San Miguel Beermen’s June Mar Fajardo and Bennie Boatwright. –MRLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net June Mar Fajardo described import Bennie Boatwright as someone who can make his job easier as his return Friday gave a glimpse of how their combination could spell the difference in San Miguel Beer’s bid to win the PBA Commissioner’s Cup crown. “I…
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Allianz Arena pays tribute to Franz Beckenbauer
Allianz Arena pays tribute to Franz Beckenbauer following the legend’s death aged 78.
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NBA In-Season Tournament will ‘no doubt’ return next season
FILE–A general view of play between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Lakers during an NBA In-Season Tournament game at Crypto.com Arena on November 14, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Ronald Martinez/Getty Images/AFP PARIS — NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the In-Season Tournament will “no doubt” be back next season with some unspecified tweaks.…
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South Africa axing of U19 captain David Teeger ahead of Cricket World Cup sparks antisemitism row | Cricket News
Cricket South Africa’s decision to remove David Teeger as their Under-19 captain citing security concerns has sparked accusations of antisemitism in the country. Teeger has been stood down as skipper at this month’s Under-19 World Cup in South Africa over fears he will be targeted by protests related to the war in Gaza. His position…
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Kawhi Leonard signs 3-year extension with Clippers
FILE–Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard. (AP Photo/LM Otero) LOS ANGELES — With the Los Angeles Clippers compiling one of their best rosters ever, Kawhi Leonard wanted to make sure the focus was on the quest for a first NBA Finals appearance in franchise history rather than his future. So Leonard signed a three-year contract…
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