Month: January 2024
Pole vault ace Obiena is PSA Athlete of the Year
Philippines’ EJ Obiena celebrates after winning the men’s pole vault final at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man) EJ Obiena stirred up the crowd at the colossal Hangzhou Olympic Sports Park Main Stadium with nearly 80,000 people clapping in a single rhythm. And with one explosive vault,…
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Luke Littler: Teenage superstar feels he has ‘ability and experience’ to win World Darts Championship | Darts News
Luke Littler is just two victories away from winning the World Darts Championship on his debut at 16 years old; watch the semi-finals at 7.30pm, Tuesday live on Sky Sports Darts where Littler will face Rob Cross for a place in Wednesday night’s final at Alexandra Palace By Nigel Chiu and Raz Mirza Last Updated:…
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Conor McGregor says he’s returning to octagon vs Michael Chandler
FILE–Conor McGregor of Ireland walks in the octagon before his lightweight bought against :Dustin Poirier during UFC 264: Poirier v McGregor 3 at T-Mobile Arena on July 10, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Stacy Revere/Getty Images/AFP Conor McGregor announced Sunday he’s returning to the octagon for a fight against Michael Chandler on June 29 in…
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Norwich 1 – 1 So’ton
Southampton extended their unbeaten run to 18 matches as they drew 1-1 with Norwich in the Championship at Carrow Road. The Saints dominated the game for long periods and looked to be heading for all three points when Adam Armstrong converted from close range midway through the second half. But Norwich kept battling away and…
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Alex Eala starts 2024 with new career high in WTA rankings
Alex Eala competes at the Asian Games.–ASIAN GAMES POOL MANILA, Philippines – Alex Eala started the new year with a career-best ranking of No.185 in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). Eala on the first day of 2024 surpassed her previous career-high of World No. 189 October last year. “Starting the year with a new career…
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Paul Merson says: Arsenal are ‘bang in’ title race but need a striker like Ivan Toney if they want to go all the way | Football News
Everybody has a bad run. You do. It’s 38 games – it’s gruelling, it’s hard, you are going to get your ups and downs. But Arsenal’s last two results, losing 2-0 at home to West Ham before a 2-1 defeat away at Fulham, were not good. They are two games that you want to be…
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Migs Oczon gets winning KBL debut with Ulsan
Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus’ latest Filipino import Migs Oczon. –ULSAN PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — Migs Oczon had a winning Korean Basketball League (KBL) debut as the Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus after beating SJ Belangel and the Daegu Kogas Pegasus, 90-83, on Sunday evening. Oczon made his debut for Ulsan before the New Year and played…
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Why We Can’t Get Enough of Boxing Movies: What Draws Audiences to the Genre
Boxing movies have been a popular genre for decades, captivating audiences with their tales of determination, triumph, and the raw human spirit. From classics like Rocky and Raging Bull to modern hits like Creed and The Fighter, these films continue to draw in audiences and keep them coming back for more. But what is it…
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Melissa Hoskins killed in car crash with husband reportedly charged after death of Olympic cyclist | Cycling News
Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins was killed after being struck by a vehicle while riding in Adelaide; Australian media reports said her husband, former world champion cyclist Rohan Dennis, has been charged in connection with her death; Hoskins competed at the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games Last Updated: 01/01/24 1:11pm Melissa Hoskins was killed in a…
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Naomi Osaka wins opening match on return to elite tennis
Naomi Osaka of Japan reacts after winning a point in her match against Tamara Korpatsch of Germany during the Brisbane International tennis tournament in Brisbane, Australia, Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Tertius Pickard) BRISBANE, Australia— Naomi Osaka’s first win at the elite level since becoming a mother didn’t come easily. It did come on Day…
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