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Lamont Marcell Jacobs 'fastest man alive' after 100m Olympics stunner
New York Post - 1 Aug 2021 16:46
Italy is now home to the “fastest man alive.” Lamont Marcell Jacobs earned the informal title, previously held by the now-retired Usain Bolt, Sunday after winning gold in the 100-meter final, posting a personal best ...
Rassie Erasmus' rant helped Boks hints Jacques Nienaber
Planet Rugby - 1 Aug 2021 09:53
Jacques Nienaber has hinted that the social media rant from Rassie Erasmus helped the Springboks to focus on Saturday's clash with the Lions. The post Rassie Erasmus’ rant helped Boks hints Jacques Nienaber appeared fi...
Phillies Minor Leaguer Daniel Brito Having Surgery After Collapsing During Game
Bleacher Report - 1 Aug 2021 07:29
Philadelphia Phillies minor leaguer Daniel Brito is having surgery after collapsing on the field during a Triple-A game Saturday afternoon. In a...
Marko expects Verstappen grid penalty: Engine might not be salvagable
Total F1 - 1 Aug 2021 14:30
Article To news overview © Getty Images/Red Bull Contentpool Red Bull's Helmut Marko believes that Max Verstappen is likely to take a grid penalty at an upcoming race, having had to take his third power unit ahead of th...
Where Nick Chubb's New $36.6M Browns Contract Ranks Among NFL RBs
Bleacher Report - 1 Aug 2021 07:11
Nick Chubb and the Cleveland Browns reached an agreement on a three-year, $36.6 million extension, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter . After earning $3.4 million in 2021, Chubb will get a significant raise...
Williams F1 reserve driver hospitalised after Spa 24 Hours crash
Total F1 - 1 Aug 2021 01:50
Jack Aitken Two drivers have been hospitalised followed a horror accident in the early stages of the Spa 24 Hours. Williams Formula 1 reserve driver Jack Aitken and Ferrari's Davide Rigon were transferred to hospital aft...
Verstappen jokes: "I just have to brake a bit later in the first corner"
Total F1 - 1 Aug 2021 15:30
Max Verstappen has again received a lot of support during his race in Hungary. It is the first race since his crash two weeks ago in Great Britain. Verstappen gets the chance to end the first half of the season with a vi...
Report: 14 Olympics Participants Lose Credentials for COVID-19 Rules Violations
Sports Illustrated - 1 Aug 2021 06:49
Tokyo Games CEO Toshiro Muto said six people had their accreditation removed, while another eight were temporarily suspended.
14 Tokyo Olympics participants have credentials pulled or suspended for failing to follow COVID rules
USA Today - 1 Aug 2021 06:12
With COVID-19 cases at an all-time high in Tokyo, Olympic officials announce that 14 participants have had their credentials suspended or revoked.
Olympic Basketball 2021: Luka Doncic, Slovenia Stay Undefeated; USA vs. Spain Set
Bleacher Report - 1 Aug 2021 21:47
Luka Doncic and Slovenia completed an undefeated run through the men's basketball group stage in the Tokyo Olympics with a victory Sunday over Spain at Saitama...
Norris says Bottas deserves big penalty for "stupid" first-corner crash | 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix
F1 Fanatic - 1 Aug 2021 15:52
Lando Norris says Valtteri Bottas deserves a significant penalty for triggering the crash which put him and other drivers out of the race.
Alexander Zverev secures historic Olympic tennis title for Germany
The Guardian - 1 Aug 2021 12:41
Straight-sets win over Karen Khachanov in men's singles final Czech pair of Krejcikova and Siniakova take doubles glory Alexander Zverev followed up his upset of Novak Djokovic by becoming the first German man to win a s...
Opinion: Olympic golf and tennis need to be reimagined under team formats
USA Today - 1 Aug 2021 12:00
While golf and tennis will never be as intrinsically connected to the Olympics as other sports, there's got to be a more compelling format.
Seahawks' Smith: 'Still have a lot left in the tank'
ESPN - 1 Aug 2021 08:44
Seattle Seahawks DE Aldon Smith was mum on his pending legal case in Louisiana, but said he's focused and believes he still has "a lot to offer this game."
Chubb agrees to three-year, $36.6m Browns extension
Sky Sports - 1 Aug 2021 08:34
The Cleveland Browns and two-time Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb have reached an agreement on a three-year, $36.6m (£26.3m) extension, according to ESPN and NFL Network.
Mike Zimmer Encouraging COVID-19 Vaccinations After MIN QBs Enter NFL Protocols
Bleacher Report - 1 Aug 2021 07:23
Add Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer to the list of head coaches who aren't thrilled with their unvaccinated players. The team had to cancel the...
Eagles' DeVonta Smith Being Evaluated After Suffering Leg Injury at Practice
Bleacher Report - 1 Aug 2021 07:13
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith suffered an apparent leg injury on Saturday during training camp, according to NJ...
Veteran US long jumper Brittney Reese wants to finish her final Olympics with a bang
USA Today - 1 Aug 2021 07:04
Brittney Reese won an Olympic gold medal in the long jump nine years ago. She's one of the best jumpers in U.S. history with 13 national titles.
Caeleb Dressel battles through nerves and emotion to win five golds in Tokyo
L.A. Times - 1 Aug 2021 06:51
On the final day of swimming, Caeleb Dressel wins golds in the 50-meter freestyle and the 4x100 medley relay to cap off an impressive Olympic performance.
Serge Ibaka Reportedly Exercises $9.7M Clippers Contract Option
Bleacher Report - 1 Aug 2021 06:34
Serge Ibaka is staying with the Los Angeles Clippers . The veteran forward reportedly exercised his $9.7 million player option for the 2021-22 season on Saturday, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium.....
American Bobby Finke wins Olympic gold medal in men's 1,500-meter freestyle
USA Today - 1 Aug 2021 06:17
American Bobby Finke made it a distance double in Tokyo, winning the gold medal in the men's 1,500-meter freestyle.
Fernando Tatis Jr. Placed on 10-Day IL by Padres with Shoulder Injury
Bleacher Report - 1 Aug 2021 06:01
San Diego Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr . is going back on the injured list . The team announced that the All-Star shortstop has been placed on the 10-day IL with left shoulder inflammation...