Author: Jody
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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Petra Kvitova announces pregnancy with two-time Wimbledon champion to miss Australian Open | Tennis News
Petra Kvitova, a two-time Wimbledon champion, has announced she is pregnant and will miss this month’s Australian Open. Former Australian Open runner-up Kvitova is expecting her first child with husband and long-time coach Jiri Vanek and will not participate in the year’s first Grand Slam which begins in two weeks. While Kvitova, 33, is not…
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NFL roundup: Ravens thrash Dolphins, grab top seed in AFC
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) looks to pass as he scrambles against the Miami Dolphins during the first half of an NFL football game in Baltimore, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) Lamar Jackson passed for 321 yards and matched his career high of five touchdown passes and the Baltimore Ravens clinched the…
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January transfer window: Ivan Toney, Mary Earps and Jadon Sancho among the players to keep an eye on this month | Football News
The transfer window is open and these are some of the key players to keep an eye on this January. Ivan Toney Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Sky Sports’ Peter Smith and Lyall Thomas discuss whether Brentford striker Ivan Toney is worth the £100m price tag the club have given…
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Pacquiao ‘ready’ to fight Mayweather again in 2024
Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao during his appearance in the Rizin 45 event in Saitama, Japan. MANILA, Philippines — Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao seeks to face rival Floyd Mayweather Jr. in a rematch in 2024. The former eight-division world champion on New Year’s Eve announced during the Rizin 45 mixed martial arts event in…
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