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McLaren's controversial decision overshadows Oscar Piastri's maiden victory
Tension at McLaren could be bubbling after a controversial decision likely cost driver Lando Norris a win at the Hungarian Grand Prix.With two laps remaining in the race, McLaren ordered Norris to surrender the lead and let teammate Oscar Piastri pass. After some bickering with race engineer Will Joseph, Norris obliged. Piastri would hold on to the lead for his maiden victory. Finally, reluctantly, Lando Norris relinquishes P1, and it was a tense one... Catch up on all the best bits from a wild Hungarian Grand Prix #F1 #HungarianGP— Formula 1 (@F1) July 21, 2024 Norris was clearly fuming after the race....
Could the 49ers trade Brandon Aiyuk for this Raiders WR?
As Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors are as hot as ever, a new team has entered the mix to trade for him. The Las Vegas Raiders, who are currently undergoing a mini rebuild, could greatly benefit from a young superstar such as Aiyuk, and they have a certain player who they may be willing to part with to get a deal done.Davante Adams, who has been one of the league's premier receivers for about a decade now, could greatly benefit from joining the San Francisco 49ers' stacked roster.With Aiyuk recently requesting a trade and Adams boasting veteran presence and experience, here is...
Best, worst offseason moves by 2024 Dallas Cowboys
The defending NFC East champions didn’t do much in the offseason, but some moves were better than others. Here’s the best and worst of what they’ve done in 2024.Best | Signing Eric KendricksAfter the retirement of Leighton Vander Esch, the Cowboys desperately needed to add a linebacker for 2024. Kendricks has 1,036 tackles, 18.5 sacks and nine interceptions in nine NFL seasons, but more importantly, he’s familiar with Mike Zimmer, the team’s new defensive coordinator.Zimmer spent eight years as head coach of the Vikings from 2014-21 while Kendricks spent eight seasons as Minnesota’s middle linebacker from 2015-22. After initially agreeing...
Tyler Kolek has earned his spot in the Knicks rotation
The New York Knicks traded for Tyler Kolek on draft night, sending multiple second-round picks to the Portland Trail Blazers for the 34th overall pick. Since joining New York, Kolek has been making a solid impression. His impressive displays in the Las Vegas Summer League have seen his stock rise further. In five Summer League appearances, Kolek averaged 9.6 points, 3.4 rebounds and 7.0 assists while shooting 35.6 percent from the field and 31.6 percent from three-point range. It's those strong performances that have reportedly seen the rookie ball-handler position himself ahead of Cameron Payne in the Knicks rotation for the upcoming...
Watch: Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes finds rookie WR on deep TD pass at training camp
At the start of training camp, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes indicated he wants Xavier Worthy to hit the ground running. It appears the rookie wide receiver could do just that.On Sunday, ESPN's Adam Schefter shared a clip of Chiefs practice showing Mahomes scrambling to his left and firing a deep touchdown pass to Worthy. Here it comes…. https://t.co/FbOxWByMv5— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 21, 2024 It's only training camp, but the Chiefs should consider this a great sign. The big play shows Mahomes and Worthy already have some chemistry.The Chiefs receiving corps flopped last season. Per Pro Football Reference, Kansas City...
Xander Schauffele has transformed himself into a major championship killer
For years, Xander Schauffele was widely considered the best golfer in the world who didn't possess the killer mentality to win the big one. After firing a bogey-free 65 in the final round of the British Open to win his second major championship of the year, the American has officially shown that narrative the door. Schauffele entered the final round at Royal Troon Golf Club one stroke back of leader Billy Horschel. It took him six holes to record his first birdie of the day on the gettable front 9, and he entered the brutally tough back 9 two shots back...
Celtics make another big call with Sam Hauser's contract extension
The Boston Celtics have spent this summer signing their championship rotation to contract extensions. Brad Stevens has proved to value continuity within his team, especially after Boston's dominant run throughout the 2023-24 season.On Sunday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported that Boston had signed sharpshooting forward Sam Hauser to a four-year, $45M deal. Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser – one of the NBA’s most accurate three-point shooters -- has agreed on a four-year, $45 million contract extension, his agent Jason Glushon of @GlushonSM tells ESPN. pic.twitter.com/TCB0iGoeyd— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 21, 2024 Hauser joined Boston as an undrafted rookie in 2020. He has worked...
Return of three-time Cy Young winner is excellent timing for Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers' injury-riddled pitching rotation is finally getting the reinforcements it desperately needs. On Saturday night, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said ace Clayton Kershaw, who underwent left shoulder surgery in November, is set to start against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday. Kershaw's return is excellent timing for the Dodgers. Per Matt Snyder of CBS Sports, they lead the majors in pitchers on the injured list (11), which creates depth problems.Kershaw should alleviate some of the depth concerns. In 2023, the three-time National League Cy Young winner went 13-5 in 18 starts, posting a 2.46 ERA, 137 strikeouts and a...
Randy Arozarena heating up at right time for Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays were an afterthought on June 15.The Rays had suffered a 9-2 loss to the Braves, dropping to 33-38 on the season and 16 games out of first. Their struggles made the them likely sellers, with outfielder Randy Arozarena viewed as one of the top trade chips. The problem was that Arozarena had been in a season long slump, posting a .175/.284/.325 batting line in his 278 plate appearances, hitting just nine homers and nine doubles. Although the Rays had struggled offensively, Arozarena's slump was magnified due to their disappointing record.However, the Rays have begun to play to...
Colton Herta looking for redemption after multiple missed opportunities
Colton Herta has endured a two-year winless spell in IndyCar since taking victory at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course.The Andretti driver has struggled over that period while watching his teammate Kyle Kirkwood take two victories in that time.Herta has shown blistering speed in his IndyCar career, taking 14 pole positions, but has let himself down with a series of unforced errors.On the streets of Detroit, the American misjudged an overtake on Alex Palou and ran into the runoff area. He dropped to the back of the field as frustration boiled over.Earlier in his career, he also lost victories due...
Could Sean Payton's legacy be in question heading into Year 2 in Denver?
Sean Payton has been held in high regard among NFL head coaches for nearly two decades. Despite his lone Super Bowl win and appearance coming back in 2009, Payton is considered one of the top coaches of his era.The only coaches with more Super Bowl wins since Payton became a head coach in 2006 are Bill Belichick with New England and Andy Reid in Kansas City. Belichick and Reid have won three apiece since Payton began his head-coaching career.Even with all the success and accolades over the years, Payton finds himself under scrutiny after a disappointing first year in Denver....
Riley Herbst may have earned Cup Series deal with winning pass at Indianapolis
If there was ever a play in sports that defined the next chapter of an athlete's career, it would be Riley Herbst's race-winning pass on Aric Almirola to secure the win at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The 25-year-old driver passed Almirola on the race's final lap, making the winning move just two corners before he would fly under the checkered flag for his second career NASCAR Xfinity Series victory. With talk circulating around the garage area that Herbst is being considered to pilot a third Cup Series car for 23XI Racing, Saturday's race-winning pass might not have just been big for Herbst's season,...
Arike Ogunbowale leads list of 2024 WNBA All-Star Game standouts
The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game is in the books. Here are five standouts from Team WNBA's 117-109 victory over Team USA.Arike Ogunbowale, Team WNBA guard: The Dallas Wings veteran caught fire in the second half, scoring each of her game-high 34 points after halftime to earn MVP honors. Ogunbowale led the Team WNBA charge, shooting 10-of-20 from the field and 8-of-13 from beyond the arc to record the highest scoring output in All-Star Game history. Angel Reese, Team WNBA forward: Already a double-double machine, having posted 17 in 24 professional games, Reese proved she could do the same against Team USA. The...
Arike Ogunbowale named WNBA All-Star Game MVP in win over Team USA
Team WNBA defeated Team USA, 117-109, in the 2024 All-Star Game behind a historic performance from guard Arike Ogunbowale. Ogunbowale was named the game's MVP after an incredible, record-breaking second half. The Dallas Wings standout did literally all of her damage after halftime, recording a remarkable 34 points to lead the WNBA All-Stars to victory. The six-year veteran tops the previous All-Star Game high for points, recorded by Jewell Loyd (31) in 2023. The WNBA All-Stars defeat the #USABWNT 117-109 in the 2024 @ATT #WNBAAllStar Game Arike Ogunbowale went off for 34 PTS, 3 REB, & 6 AST to set the WNBA...
Watch: Arike Ogunbowale goes on incredible third-quarter scoring spree in WNBA All-Star Game
While many viewed WNBA No. 1 overall pick Caitlin Clark as the biggest Team USA snub, Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale was on a mission during Saturday's WNBA All-Star Game to prove she was just as worthy. The six-year WNBA veteran went off in the third quarter, posting 21 points (6-for-10), including five three-pointers. Not bad for a player who entered the second half with zero points. Who doesn't love a Rike Replay??? pic.twitter.com/RjvTSKcNes— Dallas Wings (@DallasWings) July 21, 2024 After shooting 0-for-2 and notching zero points over the first two quarters, Ogunbowale came alive. She took over the game, finishing the quarter...
Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark set aside rivalry at WNBA All-Star Game
Rivals on the court, rookie sensations Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark shared the hardwood on Saturday in the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game, where Chicago Sky standout Reese made an exciting revelation.Speaking with ESPN/ABC analysts Ryan Ruocco and Rebecca Lobo during the contest, Reese said the experience playing with Clark has been "great." Additionally, she spoke about the duo possibly reuniting in four years to play for the USA Olympic team. Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese officially teammates on the same floor pic.twitter.com/Dv6Rz12Y6q— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) July 21, 2024 Clark has yet to share her thoughts on what lies ahead in...
Tigers' top pitching prospect continues to dazzle
While Pittsburgh Pirates rookie All-Star Paul Skenes continues to capture the imagination of baseball fans, another top pitching prospect, Jackson Jobe of the Detroit Tigers, waits in the wings. But for how long? Already having a strong 2024 campaign, Jobe dazzled again Saturday for Double-A affiliate, the Erie SeaWolves. The 21-year-old pitched six innings of no-hit ball, posting five strikeouts while throwing 70 pitches, 49 for strikes. Pretty good day at the office for Jackson Jobe.6 IP | 0 H | 0 R | 2 BB | 5 K | 70 pitches, 49 strikes.Jake Higginbotham takes over in the seventh with...
No. 1 pick Travis Bazzana draws an All-Star crowd during Guardians BP
No. 1 pick Travis Bazzana participated in batting practice with the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday, which drew a crowd and served as a full-circle moment for the Australian-born prospect.While Bazzana took hacks in the cage ahead of the Guardians matchup against the San Diego Padres, several of the team's standouts, including All-Stars Jose Ramirez and Josh Naylor, took in the action. #Guardians No. 1 draft pick Travis Bazzana taking batting practice at Progressive Field today. He had quite the audience, including José Ramírez and Josh Naylor. Travis wanted BP to keep going, asking José for "one more round" of work. pic.twitter.com/Gh5yk8WVIY—...
Blue Jays need to completely clean house, but it won't be easy
The Toronto Blue Jays have opened the second half of their season losing back-to-back games to the Detroit Tigers, including Saturday's 7-3 defeat. Those two games drop them to a season-low 10 games below .500, leave them 10 games out of a playoff spot and give them the fourth-worst record in the American League.With the trade deadline (July 30) just 10 days away, it is pretty clear that they need to become sellers over the next week and a half.That could include pending free agents for whatever they can get, and it could also include core players like first baseman...
Riley Herbst uses last-corner pass to win Xfinity Series race at Indianapolis
Riley Herbst more than earned his win at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday. REPOST TO CONGRATULATE RILEY HERBST!HE PASSES ARIC ALMIROLA TO WIN THE #XfinitySeries RACE ON THE INDIANAPOLIS OVAL. pic.twitter.com/QSMxdZY1E8— NASCAR on NBC (@NASCARonNBC) July 20, 2024 After being passed by Aric Almirola coming to the white flag, Herbst got to Almirola's back bumper entering turn three, clearing the veteran driver going into turn four to take the checkered flag. The win is Herbst's second of his NASCAR Xfinity Series career and locks the Las Vegas native into the 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Series playoffs. After passing teammate Cole Custer for the lead,...
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