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Marina Tushova heads to Azerbaijan next, hopes for PVL return
Capital1 Solar Spikers’ Marina Tushova in the PVL Reinforced Conference.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Marina Tushova, the greatest scorer that the PVL has ever seen, is taking her act to Azerbaijan league but she is hoping to return with Capital1 next year after an amazing run in the 2024 Reinforced Conference. The Russian spiker saved…
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Nasser Hussain on stand-in captain Ollie Pope, smart Bazball, and England’s injured seamers | Cricket News
Sky Sports’ Nasser Hussain reflects on England’s first Test win over Sri Lanka at Old Trafford, Joe Root’s match-winning knock on the final day, Ollie Pope’s captaincy and fitness concerns surrounding their seamers… Pope took over as stand-in captain for an injured Ben Stokes and had his work cut out for him across the four…
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Carlos Alcaraz twists ankle in US Open practice but says he is OK
: Carlos Alcaraz of Spain practices ahead of the 2024 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 23, 2024 in New York City. Jamie Squire/Getty Images/AFP NEW YORK — Carlos Alcaraz cut short a U.S. Open training session on Saturday after twisting his right ankle but said he isn’t worried…
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England vs Sri Lanka: Mark Wood ruled out of series as Josh Hull receives first call-up as replacement | Cricket News
England seamer Mark Wood has been replaced by Leicestershire’s Josh Hull for the Second Test against Sri Lanka after suffering a muscle strain. Wood limped off late on day three of the First Test after another exciting performance at Old Trafford, and results of a subsequent scan have seen him ruled out of the rest…
Read MoreRan Takahashi swings by PVL quarterfinals, inspires Akari players
Ran Takahashi watches the PVL quarterfinals matches on Saturday. –PVL PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — To the delight of Filipino volleyball fans and players, Ran Takahashi capped his Manila tour with a surprise visit to the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference quarterfinals on Saturday at FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City. Takahashi proved to be a…
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BMW Championship: Keegan Bradley birdies 18th to lead BMW Championship ahead of Adam Scott | Golf News
American Keegan Bradley sunk a birdie on the 18th to leapfrog Adam Scott and take a one-shot lead following the third round of the BMW Championship. Bradley made the most of a rollercoaster day, splitting eight birdies with six bogeys to card a two-under 70 and head into the final day at Castle Pines Golf…
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Marina Tushova wraps up PVL debut with 50-point bomb
Marina Tushova and the Capital1 Solar Spikers in the PVL Reinforced Conference. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Marina Tushova left a lasting impression in her first foray into the Premier Volleyball League (PLV). The Russian bomber took the PVL by storm with her unparalleled firepower and professionalism to turn fledgling Capital1 into a contender that…
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Gary Neville says Arsenal produced a statement win over Aston Villa and are a powerhouse under Mikel Arteta | Football News
Gary Neville believes Arsenal’s win over Aston Villa can be deemed a statement victory as the Gunners showed steel and style to continue their perfect start to their Premier League campaign. Mikel Arteta’s side ended their hoodoo against Villa – who beat the Gunners twice last season – thanks to goals from super substitute Leandro…
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PBA: Calvin Abueva shrugs off ankle sprain after Magnolia win
Magnolia Hotshots forward Calvin Abueva in the PBA Governors’ Cup. –PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines—Calvin Abueva worried some spectators on Friday at Araneta Coliseum in Magnolia’s first win in Group A of the PBA Governors’ Cup. Before the Hotshots notched a 105-93 win over Converge, Abueva went down awkwardly in the fourth quarter while holding his…
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Carlos Alcaraz vows to be ‘100%’ for US Open despite injury scare | ‘I was angry because I didn’t want to stop’ | Tennis News
Carlos Alcaraz was forced to bring a practice session to an abrupt end with a sudden injury scare just two days before the start of the US Open. But he insists he will be fit to play in the tournament at Flushing Meadows, live on Sky Sports from Monday. Alcaraz revealed he “didn’t feel comfortable”…
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