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Soccer (FIFA)
fromCyclingnews
3 days ago

'Everything I win here is extra' - Lorena Wiebes shows climbing strength with second in Tour de France Femmes stage 2 uphill finish

Lorena Wiebes finished second in stage 2 of the Tour de France Femmes, expressing satisfaction despite not winning.
fromCyclingnews
3 days ago

'The fun factor is lacking' - Lotte Kopecky's struggles continue on stage 2 of the Tour de France Femmes

Lotte Kopecky expressed frustration with her performance at the Tour de France Femmes, feeling a lack of enjoyment and struggling against her ambitions due to previous injuries.
Bicycling
fromNewsday
4 days ago

Mets' Brandon Nimmo is as hot as the weather

I feel like [I've seen the development] in how he's handled those stretches when things aren't going his way. Every hitter is going to go through stretches where it's hard...and I feel like he's handled those a lot better for some reason.
San Francisco Giants
#rugby
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Ruby on Rails

Will Slattery: Joe McCarthy says hello, Garry Ringrose the destroyer and the Henry Pollock experience

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miami

Joe McCarthy makes big impression as Lions put 50 points on Western Force to open tour with statement win

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Ruby on Rails

Will Slattery: Joe McCarthy says hello, Garry Ringrose the destroyer and the Henry Pollock experience

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miami

Joe McCarthy makes big impression as Lions put 50 points on Western Force to open tour with statement win

fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Commentary: At sagging USC, Lincoln Riley should be on the hottest of hot seats

USC football has transitioned from a dominant powerhouse to a mediocre program marked by inconsistency and irrelevance in college football.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

A year after stumbling at Big Ten media days, UCLA's DeShaun Foster is poised and confident

Last year I stood up here and reminded everyone that UCLA is in L.A., which looking back might have been the most obvious geography lesson in Big Ten history.
US politics
New York Giants
fromPats Pulpit
6 days ago

Slimmed-down Christian Barmore ready to dominate along Patriots D-line

Christian Barmore is working on his return from health issues and has slimmed down for improved performance.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

From hospital bed to hero status - Bonmati 'could write a book'

Aitana Bonmati, after recovering from viral meningitis, scored the semi-final winner for Spain against Germany, guiding them to their first Women's Euro final.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Lionesses stumble into final through blind luck but Agyemang offers glimpse of future | Jonathan Liew

England's performance in the Euro 2025 semi-final showcased their failure to execute a coherent game plan and ultimately resulted in their elimination.
New York Giants
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Jets' Gardner defends deal: 'There ain't no roof'

Sauce Gardner signed a record-setting four-year contract with the Jets, defending his performance amidst criticism after a challenging season.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Noah Spielman on Strength, Mentorship, and the Road to Success

Noah Spielman is a leader in football strength coaching, focusing on athletes' performance and personal development.
#lions-tour
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Lions' last midweek game: Pasifika show what tour's been missing, Owen Farrell's class and Irish positivity (mostly)

fromIndependent
1 week ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Lions' last midweek game: Pasifika show what tour's been missing, Owen Farrell's class and Irish positivity (mostly)

Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

From a day off to the leadoff spot, Dodgers try unraveling mystery of Mookie Betts' slump

Mookie Betts received an unexpected day off and was placed in the leadoff spot to help recover from a season-long slump.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

James Slipper urges Wallabies to ignore losing mentality' jibe with Lions series on the line

You've just got to kind of bank what's happened in the past in that game one ... we've got to not necessarily start again, but we've got to build on what we've started and making sure that under pressure we deliver that in the 80 minutes on the weekend.
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Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Michael Verney: How the greatest hurling half of all-time sealed Tipperary's best All-Ireland

Tipperary's second-half against Cork is considered the greatest half in hurling history.
#dodgers
#tour-de-france
fromCyclingnews
1 week ago
National Basketball Association

'I wasn't so far off the level' - Oscar Onley moves into fourth at Tour de France

fromCyclingnews
3 weeks ago
Bicycling

'It doesn't get much bigger than this' - Young Briton Oscar Onley battles with Pogacar, Vingegaard, Van der Poel at the Tour de France

fromCyclingnews
1 week ago
National Basketball Association

'I wasn't so far off the level' - Oscar Onley moves into fourth at Tour de France

fromCyclingnews
3 weeks ago
Bicycling

'It doesn't get much bigger than this' - Young Briton Oscar Onley battles with Pogacar, Vingegaard, Van der Poel at the Tour de France

fromBullets Forever
1 week ago

SB Nation Reacts: Wizards and Mystics fans feel happy heading into mid-July

A combined 81 percent of Wizards respondents gave the team an A or B, signaling strong approval of the team's draft strategy, trades, or front office moves.
Washington Nationals
fromMiami Herald
2 weeks ago

Examining the state of the Marlins at the break, what has been learned, what we're hearing

Marlins' season focused on player development and identifying potential core team members.
New York Mets
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Pete Alonso's All-Star heroics once-in-a-generation feat for Mets | amNewYork

Pete Alonso set an All-Star Game record for the New York Mets by hitting a three-run home run and achieving three RBIs in 2025.
Health
fromSET FOR SET
3 weeks ago

Are Creatine Gummies Legit?

Creatine gummies provide a convenient, chewable form of creatine but raise effectiveness concerns due to manufacturing differences.
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

PSG's Dembele is the front-runner to win the Ballon d'Or -- but who actually deserves it?

Barring something unexpected, Ousmane Dembélé is going to win the Ballon d'Or. He scored 21 goals and added six assists in Ligue 1, and PSG won the league by 19 points.
Soccer (FIFA)
#cricket
#wimbledon
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

Iga Swiatek Mastered All Terrain | Defector

Iga Swiatek's dominant victory in the women's Wimbledon final marked a significant turning point in her career.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Joe Brolly: It's very hard to live with the pace of Jimmy McGuinness' new model Donegal

Eamon McGee emphasized the importance of mental endurance in sports, valuing states of exhaustion over awards.
#red-sox
#baseball
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Major League Baseball

Hey, kids, want to hit .350 in the majors? Jacob Wilson says start playing Fortnite

fromOver the Monster
1 month ago
Boston Red Sox

Red Sox 3, Rays 1: Roman's Reign begins at Fenway

Roman Anthony showcases impressive skills in his second MLB game, hinting at a promising future.
fromOver the Monster
1 month ago
Boston Red Sox

Kristian Campbell's bat will come around

Player development is non-linear and involves ups and downs.
Kristian Campbell experienced a significant early success but faced challenges after adjustments from pitchers.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Major League Baseball

Hey, kids, want to hit .350 in the majors? Jacob Wilson says start playing Fortnite

Chicago
fromcleveland
2 weeks ago

Carlos Santana turns back the clock with game-winning homer in Guardians' 4-2 over White Sox

Carlos Santana demonstrated that he still holds value in baseball by hitting a two-run homer.
fromColorado Rockies On SI
2 weeks ago

Rockies Nearing Historic Low Point As Runs Allowed Reach Record-Setting Pace

"Historically poor season for the Colorado Rockies surpasses even the 2024 Chicago White Sox, notorious for their 121 losses, setting new benchmarks in failure."
Boston Red Sox
fromCyclingnews
2 weeks ago

'I don't know if I'm getting any closer to that win' - Oscar Onley best of the rest behind Pogacar and Vingegaard on Tour de France stage 7

Oscar Onley made his debut at the Tour de France last season and after only seven stages this year, he has already managed to finish in the top 10 three times, against the sport's elite.
Bicycling
#mlb
fromSilver Screen and Roll
2 weeks ago

Deandre Ayton wants to 'prove the world wrong' with Lakers

"It fuels me completely. It's a different type of drive that I've been wanting to express for a long time. I think this is the perfect timing, here in the purple and gold."
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Rory McIlroy finds his mojo getting out of bunker trouble on day one at Scottish Open

Rory McIlroy showcased a strong performance at the Scottish Open with three birdies, following a challenging bunker shot that led to a bogey.
fromCyclingnews
3 weeks ago

Lotte Kopecky suffers from back pain, Anna van der Breggen 'not super' as SD Worx-Protime miss the GC mark in Giro d'Italia Women

Lotte Kopecky suffered from lower back pain during the Giro d'Italia Women, finishing over 19 minutes behind the stage winner Sarah Gigante, which impacted her overall standings.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromYahoo Sports
3 weeks ago

Toronto Blue Jays Make Franchise History After Beating Chicago White Sox

Toronto Blue Jays lead AL East with 10 straight wins before the All-Star break.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz swats aside Cameron Norrie to storm into Wimbledon semi-finals

Cameron Norrie faced a commanding defeat against Carlos Alcaraz, who showcased exceptional skill and extended his winning streak to 23 victories.
fromYahoo Sports
3 weeks ago

Shane Smith goes from Rule 5 draft pick to representing the White Sox at the All-Star game: 'An amazing story'

Shane Smith was named an All-Star as the lone representative for the Chicago White Sox.
Miami Marlins
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Stowers named to the National League All-Star team as a reserve

Kyle Stowers has been named to the MLB All-Star Game, representing the Miami Marlins for the first time on July 15, 2025.
#mathieu-van-der-poel
fromCyclingnews
3 weeks ago
Bicycling

'I've struggled the last few years' - New approach and Classics-style racing see Mathieu van der Poel back in Tour de France yellow jersey

fromCyclingnews
3 weeks ago
Bicycling

'I've struggled the last few years' - New approach and Classics-style racing see Mathieu van der Poel back in Tour de France yellow jersey

Los Angeles
fromDodger Blue
3 weeks ago

How 2024 World Series is helping Freddie Freeman break out of slump

Freddie Freeman started 2025 strong but faced a slump; recent improvements led to a walk-off hit and multiple RBIs against the White Sox.
fromCyclingnews
4 weeks ago

More attacks, Grand Tour momentum and 'luxury' domestiques - How Jonas Vingegaard and Visma-Lease a Bike will target Tour de France redemption

Vingegaard's resilience and performance recovery lead into the 2024 Tour de France after serious injuries and recent setbacks.
#yankees
fromSouthside Showdown
1 month ago

White Sox prospect Colson Montgomery is dominating Triple-A and looks ready for MLB

Colson Montgomery has significantly improved his performance in Triple-A, leading to calls for his promotion to the Major League.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Geddes and Sharma put Middlesex in control at Leics

Middlesex put Leicestershire under pressure with a total of 534, highlighted by Ben Geddes' first century and Naavya Sharma's impressive bowling.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

More than the glasses: How a lightbulb moment made Max Muncy a 'complete hitter' again

"It's a privilege to play under this pressure, and it's something I've always thrived on, but it doesn't mean it's been easy," Muncy said on the last day of April. "It's been a rough month."
Los Angeles
#wnba
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: The Candace Curse was on full display in another Sparks debacle

In the final five of Parker's 13 seasons here, the team went 108-50 and reached the Finals twice while winning their third championship.
Los Angeles
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Valkyries close home stand with blowout win over Seattle Storm

Golden State Valkyries dominated the Seattle Storm with a strong defense and efficient offense, winning 84-57.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Austria could be a turning point for Norris' F1 title charge

Lando's victory at the Austrian Grand Prix answered critics and demonstrated his potential amidst challenges from teammate Oscar Piastri, marking a strong point in his season.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Mets hold team meeting amidst season-altering skid | amNewYork

New York has hit a significant roadblock after cruising through the first two months of the season, losing 12 of its last 15 games.
New York Mets
fromYahoo Sports
1 month ago

Picked off on the Southside

The San Francisco Giants are struggling to score runs, impacting their performance in the 2025 season.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Novak Djokovic confident Wimbledon is his best chance' of extending slam record

Djokovic sees Wimbledon 2023 as his prime opportunity to win a 25th grand slam title.
#washington-nationals
#clayton-kershaw
fromDodger Blue
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Clayton Kershaw appreciates Dave Roberts not pushing him in starts

Clayton Kershaw has excelled post-injury, showing remarkable performance in recent outings, demonstrating skill and resilience.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Clayton Kershaw delivers exactly what the Dodgers need in win over Cardinals

Kershaw's strong performance against the Cardinals helped the struggling Dodgers snap a losing streak and regain momentum.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Clayton Kershaw delivers exactly what the Dodgers need in win over Cardinals

Kershaw's strong performance against the Cardinals helped the struggling Dodgers snap a losing streak and regain momentum.
#emma-raducanu
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

SF Giants pitcher sets depressing franchise record

Verlander has now set the franchise record with his 12-game winless start, showcasing both his struggles and the team's offensive issues.
San Francisco Giants
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Social Neurobiology of Excellence

High stress can limit critical and creative thinking in sports, impacting strategic performance.
fromClutchPoints | Arizona Diamondbacks News
1 month ago

Ketel Marte, Pavin Smith Hit Back-To-Back Bombs Vs. White Sox

The Arizona Diamondbacks are on point in their series against the Chicago White Sox, quickly taking the lead with a strong performance featuring back-to-back home runs.
Chicago Cubs
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Bounou's penalty heroics thwart Spain's finest again as Al Hilal make statement with Real draw

Al Hilal secured a valuable 1-1 draw against Real Madrid in the FIFA Club World Cup, highlighting their resilience amid earlier Asian defeats.
#nhl
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

'Built for this time of year:' How Sam Bennett transformed into a playoff MVP candidate

fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

'Built for this time of year:' How Sam Bennett transformed into a playoff MVP candidate

#cycling
fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Bicycling

'I shouldn't look at them, but at where I was last year' - Remco Evenepoel focuses on his own progress at Criterium du Dauphine

Remco Evenepoel prioritizes personal growth over comparing himself to rivals, despite falling short against top competitors in the Dauphiné.
fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Bicycling

'Winning these bike races, that's the hard part' - Fred Wright's hunt for WorldTour win goes on after Dauphine close call

Fred Wright finished second in the Critérium du Dauphiné, showcasing versatility and strategic racing despite falling short of victory.
fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Bicycling

'I shouldn't look at them, but at where I was last year' - Remco Evenepoel focuses on his own progress at Criterium du Dauphine

fromCyclingnews
1 month ago
Bicycling

'Winning these bike races, that's the hard part' - Fred Wright's hunt for WorldTour win goes on after Dauphine close call

fromDefector
1 month ago

Michelle Cooper Is Always Ready To Pounce | Defector

Michelle Cooper demonstrated exceptional skill and timing, significantly contributing to her team's success early in the match.
Liverpool FC
fromSoccer News
1 month ago

Philadelphia Union v Charlotte FC: Carnell hails incredible hosts following unbeaten run - Soccer News

Philadelphia Union are unbeaten in eleven games, showcasing strong performance under coach Bradley Carnell.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Spaun tames Oakmont, starts U.S. Open with 66

"I kind of came out here with no prior history at Oakmont, not really knowing what to expect, even U.S. Open-wise. This is only my second one," Spaun said.
Juventus
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Commanders CB Lattimore feeling 'way better'

Marshon Lattimore believes he's returned to form, feeling healthier and more explosive than last year after recovering from a hamstring injury.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Mauricio Pochettino said the US can win the World Cup. Now they can't even win a game

The US men's national team is struggling, raising doubts about their World Cup prospects under head coach Mauricio Pochettino.
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