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Wood crushes Can to win WBA title

Leigh Wood sensationally stopped Xu Can in the 12th round to become the new WBA featherweight champion. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3xggU10

Hungarian GP grid: Who starts where for Sunday's race

Mercedes on the front row, Red Bull on the second, and surprises elsewhere for the final starting grid before F1's summer break from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3rJ4pKh

Hungarian GP: When to watch the race live on Sky

Well follow that, Hungary. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3xkVrUR

Hearts strike late to stun Celtic

John Souttar's last-gasp header stunned Celtic as Hearts secured a 2-1 victory on their return to the Scottish Premiership. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3jb9eIi

Gatland: Lions must prepare for 'cup final'

Warren Gatland has told his British and Irish Lions to prepare for a "cup final" after their 27-9 defeat by South Africa in the second Test set up a series decider next Saturday. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3j7iptd

Leeds legend Terry Cooper dies aged 77

Former Leeds United left-back Terry Cooper has died aged 77. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3fhwWlf

Rashid and Brook shine in Superchargers' first win

Northern Superchargers are up and running in The Hundred after Adil Rashid showed his class again and Harry Brook enhanced his ever-growing reputation against Oval Invincibles. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/379bSsw

Classy Cork see off Dublin to set up Kilkenny showdown

Cork are through to the All-Ireland semi-finals after a hard-fought 2-26 to 0-24 win over Dublin at Semple Stadium. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2VimXou

Nienaber: Springboks must stay humble

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber believes his side are beginning to click back into gear, but cautioned his players to "stay humble" ahead of next weekend's series decider vs the British and Irish Lions. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2WGr7Y1

Lions ratings: Van der Merwe, Hogg, bench struggle

Pick through the player ratings from the British and Irish Lions' second Test defeat against the Springboks in Cape Town. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3xmAXeo

Owens: Kolbe lucky not to see red

Former referee Nigel Owens says he would have considered a red card for Cheslin Kolbe's aerial challenge on Conor Murray during South Africa's win over the British and Irish Lions. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3A0Q1A3

Smith ahead of Horsey at World Invitational

Jordan Smith takes a one-shot lead over David Horsey into the final round of the men’s event at the ISPS Handa World Invitational, while three top the leaderboard in the women’s competition. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3j6MKs6

Thompson-Herah targets world record after 100m glory

Elaine Thompson-Herah believes the world record is within her grasp after defending her 100m Olympic title. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3xeJmAj

Norrie's Atlanta hopes ended by Ruusuvuori in QFs

Cameron Norrie saw his tilt at the Truist Atlanta Open title ended at the quarter-final stage by Finland's Emil Ruusuvuori 7-6 (1) 6-3. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3yjQRHx

Good Morning Transfers & Transfer Talk return on SSN

Good Morning Transfers and Transfer Talk will be returning to Sky Sports News from Monday August 2 as the summer transfer window hots up. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zSYSUb

Wilson wins windsurfing bronze for Team GB

Emma Wilson has won a bronze medal for Team GB in the women's windsurfing at Enoshima. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2VouTV3

Villa expected to accept Man City's £100m Grealish bid

Manchester City's £100m bid for Jack Grealish is expected to be accepted by Aston Villa. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3yhFmjZ

Nigerian sprinter fails drugs test, provisionally suspended

Nigerian sprinter Blessing Okagbare was provisionally suspended just hours before she was due to run in the semi-finals of the women's 100m at the Olympics. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2VqJfVi

Brownlee gets his gold in mixed team relay

Jonny Brownlee finally joined the family gold rush in his last Olympic race as he helped Great Britain to victory in the inaugural triathlon mixed relay. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2TLfxK5

Opportunity knocks for Saints prospect Dodd

When St Helens return to Super League action on Monday night away to Hull FC, it will present another opportunity for one of the reigning champions' most promising teenage talents to show what he can do. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zXGc5B

O'Connor: Cork are made for Croke Park, but can they get there?

Given Cork's pace, their thirst for goals, the speed of their play, this is a team that is built for Croke Park. They would thrive in the open spaces and on the fast pitch. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3fgpdnk

'I checked my watch in the air' - Beamon's 1968 record long jump

Bob Beamon says he has to remind himself that his phenomenal world record long jump in 1968 was not a dream as he relives one of the biggest moments in Olympic history. He spoke to Sky Sports News about dealing with racism, why his own protest in Mexico City was not punished, and why we are "back to square one" as athletes consider protesting in Tokyo. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3C2eCWY

Biles withdraws from vault and uneven bars finals

Simone Biles appears increasingly unlikely to return to action at the Tokyo Olympics after announcing her withdrawal from Sunday's individual finals in the vault and uneven bars. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3C3R1Fs

GB win mixed medley with world record for fourth swimming gold

Great Britain equalled their best swimming medal haul at an Olympics after winning the inaugural mixed 4x100m medley relay final in a new world record time at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zUxkhj

Can I take AJ's power? I don't care what you think...

Joe Joyce is ready to risk his unbreakable aura against Anthony Joshua - and doesn't care if you question his brutal methods for heavyweight domination. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3j4nZg9

New on SI: NFL Allowing Some Unvaccinated Players to Unmask at Practice

The league is reportedly removing the mask mandate for unvaccinated players during outdoor practices but still must wear masks during walkthroughs. View the original article to see embedded media. The NFL is updating its COVID-19 protocols and no longer requiring participating unvaccinated players to wear masks during outdoor practice sessions. In a memo to the 32 teams sent by the NFL Management Council and obtained by The Associated Press, the league said that beginning with the stretching portion of the workout through the end of practice, such players now can work unmasked. Once the practice concludes, they must put on a mask. The same will be true for practices in a team’s “bubble,” the indoor practice facility. Players who are not practicing still must wear masks if they haven’t been vaccinated against the coronavirus. They also must wear face coverings for weight sessions, all outdoor meetings, and the post-practice periods even when family—which the league is terming “co...

Wales' World Cup qualifier vs Belarus moved to neutral venue

Wales' World Cup qualifying clash with Belarus has been moved to a neutral venue in Russia. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2V11noS

Papers: Boateng wants 'dream' Man Utd move

All the top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2CQmC2z

USA men's team backs women in equal pay lawsuit appeal

Players for the U.S. men's national team said in an amicus brief filed on Friday that their counterparts on the women's squad not only deserve equal pay but are entitled to more compensation than the men due to their unprecedented success on the field. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3yi9CLr

Scottish Premiership opening weekend preview

Team news and stats for the opening weekend of the Scottish Premiership games as Livingston visit champions Rangers, while Celtic travel to Hearts. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3BYeUxQ

Brave edge out Phoenix in thriller to earn first win

Southern Brave got their first win of The Hundred, at the third time of asking, as they edged out Birmingham Phoenix in a thrilling finish at The Ageas Bowl on Friday night. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3ijZjkJ

New on SI: Zach Wilson’s Expectedly Strange First Day on the Job

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The Jets rookie was uneven in his first practice. Which might mean something, but probably doesn’t. FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — In one of his first training camp periods as a professional quarterback, Zach Wilson absorbed a flying shoulder bump from a 300-pounder. Guard Greg Van Roten had sprinted over from position drills to officially welcome the team’s first-round pick before some run-concept work that involved a portion of the offense. It would seem to be the one moment of undesigned, gentle light heartedness amid an afternoon that tends to take on a familiar, unsatisfying rhythm for highly drafted, expected-to-start quarterbacks who are just now seeing the machinations of a regular season. Wilson’s first official day as an NFL quarterback entailed being followed around by quarterbacks coach Rob Calabrese as if he’d been assigned to Secret Service detail. The two would initiate small meetings after each banal action. Calabrese would stare at Wilson’s feet while he was stepping back to ...

Super League and RFL step close to re-alignment

The first steps towards a re-alignment of Super League and the Rugby Football League were taken today when club representatives met to discuss plans for a restructure of the game. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3yj5iMa

Man City table £100m bid for Grealish

Manchester City have tabled a £100m bid for Aston Villa and England midfielder Jack Grealish, Sky Sports News can confirm. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2UXYN2Z

Hillier leads Smith at ISPS Handa

Jordan Smith produced a fast finish to stay within a shot of the halfway lead in the men's event at the ISPS Handa World Invitational, while Charley Hull remains in contention in the women’s contest. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3xbGd4d

Golf tours cancel more events due to Covid-19

The European Tour, Ladies European Tour and LPGA Tour have all announced cancellations in their 2021 schedules due to the Covid-19 pandemic. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3BXs2n4

Page wins bronze for Team GB in women's trampoline

Bryony Page has won a bronze medal after an outstanding performance in the women's Olympic trampoline final at the Ariake Gymnastics Centre. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2WAywYS

Asher-Smith safely into Olympics 100m semi-final

Dina Asher-Smith safely qualified for the 100m semi-finals and believes she has more to give after her rivals sent out an Olympic warning in Tokyo. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3rLJDtA

Miles Harrison: Living Room with the Lions 5

In each and every British and Irish Lions tour that has been broadcasted live on Sky Sports since 1997, Miles Harrison has been lead commentator.  from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3lcpv2s

Westbrook traded to Lakers in blockbuster deal

The Washington Wizards have agreed to send superstar Russell Westbrook to the Los Angeles Lakers for three players and what was the number 22 pick in Thursday night's NBA draft, The Athletic and ESPN have reported. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3lbDEgf

Brereton: From Blackburn to facing Messi with Chile

In a summer of big sporting headlines, Blackburn Rovers forward Ben Brereton facing Lionel Messi in the Copa America for Chile has to be one of the strangest. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2WAvWlE

Pistons select Cunningham first in NBA Draft

The Detroit Pistons selected Oklahoma State Cowboys guard Cade Cunningham with the number one overall choice during Thursday night's NBA Draft in New York. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2WC7rVd

Men's rowing eight take bronze for GB

Great Britain's men's eight team produced an outstanding performance to take bronze in the regatta's final event. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2VkL6KY

Whittaker, McCormack guarantee medals | Dubois advances

Ben Whittaker and Pat McCormack have secured at least bronze medals for Team GB after completing quarter-final victories at the Tokyo Games. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zTjRWO

Scott claims third Tokyo medal | Greenbank wins backstroke bronze

Duncan Scott claimed his third medal of the Tokyo Olympics by taking silver in the men's 200m individual medley while Luke Greenbank secured 200m backstroke bronze. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zMUshJ

Shriever wins BMX gold as Whyte takes men's silver for GB

Beth Shriever won BMX racing Olympic gold minutes after Great Britain team-mate Kye Whyte secured silver in the men's event. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3yfdsFg

Fury warned: 'Wilder is a loaded gun, watch out!'

Tyson Fury is facing a "loaded gun" in Deontay Wilder, who can destroy the British star's blockbuster plans with a single punch, says promoter Bob Arum. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zRp2a4

Klopp: Important first step for Van Dijk, Gomez

Jurgen Klopp says Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez both made an "important first step" in their return from long-term injuries after featuring in Thursday's 4-3 friendly defeat to Hertha Berlin. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3yhmSjE

Leeds mount second-half surge to beat Hull

Three tries in 11 second-half minutes saw Leeds come from behind to secure a battling 22-12 Betfred Super League victory at Hull FC. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3lck7ft

Newmarket Red lead talkSPORT after thrilling Racing League opener

Newmarket Red proved that every point counts in the new Racing League as they shot to the top despite not registering a winner on the opening night at Newcastle. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3xbc7xN

Catalans remain top after Wakefield win

James Maloney returned from suspension to help Catalans Dragons maintain their dominance at the top of Super League with a 40-20 victory over Wakefield Trinity at a sun-drenched Stade Gilbert Brutus. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3iZ1skU

Man City open talks with Villa over Grealish

Manchester City have opened talks with Aston Villa over the potential signing of Jack Grealish. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3A3qBBV

Hertha beat Liverpool in seven-goal thriller as Van Dijk returns

Hertha Berlin got the better of Liverpool in a seven-goal thriller, but it was the return from injury of both Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez that will have pleased manager Jurgen Klopp the most. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3j09GJw

Rockets maintain perfect Hundred record

Trent Rockets continue to set the pace in the Hundred! A third win from three was secured against London Spirit at a raucous Lord's on a night when the spinners stole the show. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3fblvvg

Rapids duo demolish Essex with record stand

Jack Haynes and Brett D'Oliveira scored their maiden Royal London Cup centuries during a record first-wicket partnership as Worcestershire Rapids demolished Essex Eagles. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2V1tQe4

Sri Lanka secure series win over India

Spinner Wanindu Hasaranga celebrated his birthday by taking four wickets as Sri Lanka beat India by seven wickets and took the three-match Twenty20 series 2-1 in Colombo on Thursday, securing their first series win in the format since 2019. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3f9T94A

New on SI: Fantasy Football Impact of Randall Cobb Reuniting with Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay

Aaron Rodgers has ended his holdout with the Packers, and will be reunited with one of his favorite former teammates. Green Bay traded for Randall Cobb, plucking him from the Houston Texans. What does this mean for fantasy managers looking to add wide receivers? Sports Illustrated's Michael Fabiano joins Bill Enright to take a look at the potential production from the pair headed in the 2021 NFL season.

Smith two ahead in Northern Ireland

Jordan Smith produced a blistering back nine to grab a two-shot lead in the men's section at the ISPS Handa World Invitational, as Gemma Dryburgh impressed in the women's event. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2TIzTUh

Man Utd friendly called off over Covid precaution

Manchester United's pre-season friendly with Preston has been called off after the Premier League club confirmed a small number of suspected positive coronavirus cases were identified. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3fcBCJ4

Cobb returns to Packers - 'I'm coming home!'

Wide receiver Randall Cobb reunited with reigning NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers and the Packers on Wednesday as Green Bay acquired him from the Houston Texans in exchange for a draft pick. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3rFDy1y

Fognini apologises for homophobic slur in Olympics loss

Italian Fabio Fognini has apologised for using a homophobic slur during a defeat in the Olympics men's singles tennis tournament. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3f7PGn2

Biles: I'm more than my accomplishments and gymnastics

Simone Biles has addressed the "outpouring love and support" she has received since withdrawing from Thursday's women's individual all-around final at the Tokyo Olympics to focus on her mental health. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3BU8AaE

Pole vault champ Kendricks out of Olympics due to Covid

World pole vault champion and Rio bronze medallist Sam Kendricks has tested positive for Covid-19 and will not compete at Tokyo 2020. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3iZDW7d

USA's Dressel and China's Zhang set new Olympic records

American Caeleb Dressel set an Olympic record to win gold by a fingertip in the men's 100m freestyle to claim his second gold medal at the Tokyo Games. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3x5Yz6R

German cycling coach facing calls to resign for racist slur

German cycling coach Patrick Moster was facing calls to resign a day after apologising for using racist language to describe rival athletes during the Olympic time trial in Fuji. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zJwL9W

Glover 'proud' of fourth-placed finish in rowing pair

Comeback rower Helen Glover said she was proud to finish fourth with Polly Swann in the Olympic women's pair final and eager to return home to see her children. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3l42K0B

Ever-present Sneyd set for another milestone

In a season where every team has, to some extent, been affected by Covid-19 and the general injuries which come with playing top-level rugby league, Marc Sneyd has been a consistent presence for Hull FC. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3BPc9yV

Clarke overpowers super-heavyweight rival

Frazer Clarke defeated Tsotne Rogava with power and precise punches as Team GB's super-heavyweight ended a wait of over 10 years for his Olympic debut. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3j2po6I

New on SI: A Realist’s Look at the Aaron Rodgers Presser

Did Aaron Rodgers “eviscerate” the Packers front office? Not really. And now the MVP is just as much at the team’s mercy as he was last week. Asking anyone on social media what they thought of a given event is like asking a child for their takes on Christmas morning or vegetables. We’ve made an art form out of hyperbolizing our language to the point of suffocation, rewarding—in the form of our attention—only the commentary that makes what is happening seem like the best or worst thing that has ever existed. And so Aaron Rodgers’s return press conference cannot just be a well-prepared word salad. It’s—allegedly—an evisceration of the Packers or a master class in oration; words we likely would not use when describing the delightful feats of our own children or the prevalent dangers that populate our day, but language that is apparently perfect for some aired grievances on an otherwise dull Wednesday in sports. Don’t we ever take a deep breath and wonder if the thing we just witness...

New on SI: Cole Beasley Says Players Need to Have 'Proper Information' on Vaccines: 'I'm Not Anti or Pro Vax'

Beasley feels players should have full transparency and proper knowledge to make sound decisions on health matters. View the original article to see embedded media. Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley attempted to explain why he hasn't received the COVID-19 vaccine, saying in a statement Wednesday he feels NFL players don't have all the relevant information.   He also said he's unhappy that vaccinated and unvaccinated players are treated differently under the league's updated COVID-19 protocols . "I'm not anti or pro vax. I'm pro choice," Beasley said in a statement Wednesday . "The issue at hand is information is being withheld from players in order for a player to be swayed in a direction that he may not be comfortable with. "When dealing with a player's health and safety, there should be complete transparency regarding information... we have to know we are armed with full knowledge and understanding that those who are in position t...

Government launches campaign to encourage sport participation

The government has launched a “Work Out to Help Out” campaign to incentivise people to get involved in organised sport. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3f9i745

Price praises Wolves defence | Lam's fury at Mamo try

Steve Price praised Warrington Wolves’ defensive resilience after they brushed off the cobwebs to complete the double over arch rivals Wigan with a 21-8 victory in Super League at the Halliwell Jones Stadium. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3l8z7ej

Kelly: Vieira attempting to implement new Palace style

New Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira is using double training sessions to help speed up the process of implementing a different style of play at the club, defender Martin Kelly has revealed. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3j0G6n0

Ole on window: We've scrambled before, now we're in good place

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he "can't ask for more backing" from Manchester United after securing both Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane early in the transfer window. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2V2Wrzw

Deloitte: Clubs could be more sustainable post-Covid

Football clubs could emerge from the impact of coronavirus as more sustainable in the long-term despite new figures from Deloitte showing a European-wide 3.7billion euro (£3.4bn) reduction in revenue. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3xahflY

Olympic Men's Golf Competition: Latest scores

Leaderboard updates from the Olympic Men's Golf Competition at Kasumigaseki Country Club in Kawagoe City, Saitama, Japan. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3BLxCZH

Postecoglou: I'm responsible for Celtic failure in market

Ange Postecoglou suggested he might not have been forceful enough in his demands for new signings as he took responsibility for Celtic's latest Champions League failure. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3yboyLx

Pereira scores wonder goal but Brentford hold Man Utd

Andreas Pereira scored a stunning volley but it was not enough to give Manchester victory as they were held 2-2 by Brentford. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3BQpx5M

Rooney apologises to family over online images

Wayne Rooney has apologised to his family and Derby County over images that surfaced online of him at a private party from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Wr54nX

Wolves return with derby win over Wigan

Warrington Wolves returned to action in Super League with a 21-8 victory over Wigan Warriors in a fiery derby encounter at the Halliwell Jones Stadium on Wednesday evening. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3jeKGOT

Celtic dumped out of CL qualifiers again

Celtic's slow start to their summer transition came back to bite them as they were knocked out of the Champions League qualifiers by Midtjylland. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3xaBT5k

Portsmouth release three players over alleged abusive messages

Portsmouth have released three players from their academy following an investigation into allegations that members of the club's U18 squad used discriminatory language in a group conversation. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3l4uD8L

Finn: Limerick were 'lucky' to avoid reds against Tipp

It was widely felt in the aftermath of Limerick's comeback win in the Munster final that they were fortunate to finish with 15 players on the field. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3f6w9n3

Quite the Pair - Super 6 and £1,000,000!

Could you make the £1,000,000 yours? Super 6 has returned for another season, and you could become a millionaire by correctly predicting six scorelines. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3l3V7Y3

Leicester unveil plans to expand King Power Stadium to 40,000

Leicester City have unveiled plans to expand the King Power Stadium to a capacity of 40,000. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3j1AKIq

Biles withdraws from individual all-around event

Simone Biles has withdrawn from Thursday's women's individual all-around final at the Tokyo Olympics "to focus on her mental health", USA Gymnastics has announced. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2TDq6yD

Racing League in focus: Team Ireland

Flying the flag for Ireland in the Racing League are some of the Emerald Isle's youngest and most celebrated jockeys and trainers. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3y9j6sx

Jurgen Klinsmann: The man that charmed a nation of haters

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Murray and Salisbury suffer Olympic doubles defeat

Andy Murray's hopes of a fourth Olympic medal are over after he and partner Joe Salisbury lost 6-4 6-7 (2/7) 10-7 to Marin Cilic and Ivan Dodig in the men's doubles quarter-finals in Tokyo. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/371mGce

16-year-old Capsey looking to build on 'surreal' week

She is the 16-year-old who has taken The Hundred by storm - so is an England call-up the next goal for Oval Invincibles sensation Alice Capsey? from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zA6PO2

Dolphins cornerback Howard requests trade

Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard requested a trade just hours after reporting to training camp on Tuesday. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2VgakKy

Big-punching Price bulldozes into next round

Lauren Price dismantled her first opponent to lay down an ominous marker at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics on Wednesday morning. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/371ha9w

GB win silver in men's quadruple sculls; Men's four nearly crash

Great Britain's run of five successive Olympic golds in the men's four came to an end before a surprise silver in the quadruple sculls lifted spirits for British Rowing. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3lhXQxd

Dean and Scott help GB to gold in 4x200m freestyle relay

Tom Dean became the first British male swimmer to win more than one gold medal at a single Olympics in 113 years after helping Team GB to victory in the 4x200m freestyle relay final at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2VgCDII

New on SI: NFL Sends Teams Updated Training Camp, Preseason COVID-19 Protocols, Including Fines

Per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, 85% of NFL players have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine as of Tuesday. View the original article to see embedded media. NFL sent teams updated camp and preseason COVID-19 protocols as players across the league arrive at their training camps across the country. Included in the memo, though, are details of the discipline players will face, regardless of vaccination status.  NFL Network's Tom Pelissero obtained the memo , which reportedly included that anyone who refuses to wear a tracker will receive a $14,650 fine and refusing to submit a required COVID-19 test will result in a $50,000 fine.  Protocols still remain the highest for unvaccinated players since they are required to wear masks at all times, including while lifting in the weight room and at practices "except when doing so would interfere with their ability to engage in athletic activity."  Among players, nearly half the league has reached a 90% va...

New on SI: Xavien Howard: 'Until That Trade Happens I am Just Here So I Don't Get Fined'

The All-Pro cornerback showed up to Miami's training camp despite unhappiness with his $75.25 million, five-year extension he signed two years ago. View the original article to see embedded media. After Xavien Howard showed up at Miami's training camp on Tuesday, the All-Pro cornerback revealed in a statement later that evening he requested a trade.  "Until that trade happens I am just here so I don’t get fined,” Howard said, "and will handle myself like professionals do."  Players face a $50,000 per day fine from the NFL if they do not report to training camp. He had already lost over $119,000 during the offseason for missing the mandatory practices and forfeiting his workout bonus because he was unhappy with his current contract. Two years ago, Howard signed a $75.25 million, five-year extension.  In the subsequent years, Howard only played five games due to injury in 2019, but had a monumental season in 2020. He led the NFL with 10 interceptions and ...

New on SI: Ron Rivera 'Beyond Frustrated' With Washington Football Team's Low Vaccination Rate

The Washington Football Team is sitting at just over 50% vaccination rate among players while the head coach is immune deficient after battling cancer last year. View the original article to see embedded media. Ron Rivera did not hold back when he shared his feelings about the COVID-19 vaccination numbers among the players on the Washington Football Team. He said on Tuesday he feels "beyond frustrated."  "I think it's frustrating. Especially in the fact that last year we were the No. 1 team against COVID," Rivera said. "Our players took the challenge of staying inside the bubble, doing the things the right way and for the most part, you know we only had two situations. Both of them were guys who weren't on the active 53, so it turned out to be a positive for us, as far as being COVID free. And now for whatever reason we have some reluctance to do that, to get the vaccine." Among players, the league has reached a 90% vaccination rate. Rivera b...

Friendlies: Newcastle booed off; Mahrez beauty for City

Jeff Hendrick's late equaliser could not save Newcastle from being booed at full-time as they drew 1-1 at Rotherham with less than two weeks left of pre-season. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3x9ijGL

Rivera 'beyond frustrated' by lack of vaccine uptake

Cancer survivor Ron Rivera, head coach of the Washington Football Team, is confounded by the anti-vaccination sentiment evident in his team's league-low vaccination numbers. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zNu8Eh

Bairstow, Neesham star as Fire beat Brave

Jonny Bairstow signed off from The Hundred in style with a pulsating 72 off 39 balls as Welsh Fire won their second game in a row, with this latest win sealed by Jimmy Neesham's special spell of bowling... from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3eZcuoL

Rangers to face Malmo in Champions League qualifier

Rangers will face Malmo in the Champions League qualifiers after the Swedes saw off HJK Helsinki. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Wu1Ksj

Mahomes invests in MLS franchise

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has invested in Sporting Kansas City, the MLS side have announced. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2UTWZb2

Consortium 'remains committed' to West Ham takeover

The head of a consortium attempting a takeover of West Ham insists he remains committed to buying the club. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/375tTbi

Rangers, Celtic receive attendance boost ahead of new season

Rangers and Celtic have been handed attendance boosts ahead of their opening games at Ibrox and Parkhead respectively. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2TJidYI

New on SI: Patrick Mahomes Becomes Part Owner of MLS's Sporting Kansas City

Mahomes already is part owner of the Royals and his fiancée, Brittany Matthews, is a co-owner of the Kansas City NWSL team. View the original article to see embedded media. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes strengthened his ties to the Kansas City area on Tuesday when he was announced as a new member of the Sporting Kansas City ownership group.  "I am grateful for the opportunity to join Kansas City's ownership team and strengthen my connection to the fans and the city I love," Mahomes said in a statement.  Sporting KC is just the latest professional sports team Mahomes has set his eyes on as an owner. He is also a part owner of the Royals, and his fiancée, Brittany Matthews, is a co-owner of the Kansas City NWSL team. Mahomes was recently in attendance at SKC's Children's Mercy Park as part of the Concacaf Gold Cup, as the U.S. men's national team played all three of its group games there. The Super Bowl–winning quarterback joins a list of high-pro...

Pollard criticises 'unacceptable' pitch after Windies lose to Australia

Australia handed the West Indies a six-wicket defeat to clinch a 2-1 one-day international series win and leave home captain Kieron Pollard criticising the quality of the pitch in Bridgetown. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/371Q1TN

Footballer turned photographer

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Murray and Salisbury into Tokyo last eight

Andy Murray and partner Joe Salisbury stayed on course for an Olympic medal after victory in the men's doubles took them into the quarter-finals. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2TI6No4

Isa seizing new roles for Wigan

Willie Isa is excited to see Wigan Warriors' youngsters making their mark for the club in Super League, even if it means he is having to get used to playing at centre on a more regular basis rather than his preferred second-row position. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3y7E2QH

Mead, Nobbs back Arsenal structural changes

Arsenal duo Beth Mead and Jordan Nobbs have given their backing to the club's attempts to increase support for its women's team, and believe the changes can enable them to mount a WSL title challenge this season. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/372tBSp

How have hurling's half-backs evolved?

In the 54th minute of the Munster final, Limerick half-back Kyle Hayes collected possession inside his own 65. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3y7Ukca

Osaka out of Tokyo Olympics after defeat

There will be no gold medal for the face of the Tokyo Olympics after Naomi Osaka was beaten by Marketa Vondrousova in the third round of the women's singles. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3y7D6f9

Dubois delivers sharp warning | McCormack through

Caroline Dubois and Pat McCormack delivered ominous displays of their talents with comfortable wins in their first Olympic fights of Tokyo 2020 on Tuesday morning. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2UMebzk

GB's Taylor-Brown overcomes puncture to win triathlon silver

Georgia Taylor-Brown overcame a puncture to win silver for Great Britain, while Flora Duffy became Bermuda's first Olympic champion in a stormy women's triathlon in Tokyo. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3iKvatG

Dean and Scott complete one-two for Team GB in 200m freestyle

Tom Dean stormed to victory in the men's 200m freestyle and Great Britain were left to celebrate a famous one-two after Duncan Scott collected silver at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zGtXKQ

Kepa apologises to Sarri over Carabao Cup confusion

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has apologised to former manager Maurizio Sarri over the 2019 Carabao Cup final confusion. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3i7zR1K

New on SI: Report: 10 Women Have Filed Police Complaints Against Deshaun Watson

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22 women have filed lawsuits against Deshaun Watson alleging sexual assault or sexual misconduct, according to attorney Rustin Hardin. 10 women have filed criminal complaints against Deshaun Watson with the Houston police department, according to ESPN's John Barr .  There have been 22 civil suits filed against Watson alleging sexual assault or sexual misconduct  during sessions with various massage therapists. Eight of the women to log criminal complaints have also filed civil suits, per Watson's attorney, Rusty Hardin. Hardin said Monday that Watson and his legal team are "fully cooperating with the police." Watson has yet to be interviewed by the NFL, who will likely wait for the criminal matter to be resolved before issuing any potential suspension.  "We're fully cooperating with the police," Hardin told ESPN . "We're fully cooperating with the district attorney's office and, when the criminal investigation is over, we'll fully ...

New on SI: MAQB: How the Packers Should Adjust Aaron Rodgers’s Contract

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Plus, Mike Tomlin on matching Bill Cowher’s longevity, Chandler Jones’s contract situation, stars set to sit out the preseason, and more. My camp trip is here, and the NFL news cycle is spinning. I’ve said most of what I’m going to say on Aaron Rodgers, with Packers veterans set to report to Lambeau in less than 24 hours. But one thing I’d add here that I think is important: If Green Bay were to lop years off Rodgers’s contract—as has been suggested—promise not to tag him, and give him the kind of freeway to free agency Tom Brady got in the summer of 2019, the team would be doing a lot more for Rodgers than the Patriots did for Brady back then. Brady was going into the final year of his deal. Rodgers isn’t; he has three years left. And Brady landing the no-tag provision was part of the Kraft family’s standing promise that Brady had earned the right to finish his career as he liked. Conversely, the Packers, in doing this, would be erasing two years from a deal Rodgers signed tha...

Rashford: £40k raised for vandalised mural will go to food bank

Marcus Rashford will donate the nearly £40,000 raised after his mural in Manchester was defaced to a food bank charity. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3iPRjqt

Allen secures future with Washington Football Team

Standout defensive tackle Jonathan Allen has signed a $72m four-year extension with the Washington Football Team. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3l0tsqD

Hales holds firm to clinch Rockets victory

Alex Hales smashed an unbeaten 40 from 34 balls as Trent Rockets completed a dramatic turnaround to squeeze past Northern Superchargers by two wickets in the Hundred. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3rBFkAH

Cooper: Phillips one of the world's best midfielders

Leeds United captain Liam Cooper is in no doubt team-mate Kalvin Phillips is "one of the best midfielders in the world" after a career-changing Euro 2020 campaign. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2URaNmD

Barca and Neymar settle legal dispute out of court

Barcelona have reached an "amicable" out-of-court settlement with their former forward Neymar to end their legal dispute. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3kXNrGB

Man Utd agree £41m fee with Real Madrid for Varane

Manchester United have agreed a fee of £41m with Real Madrid for defender Raphael Varane. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3zyivk8

Hollie Doyle blog: Chasing glorious Group One at Goodwood

Sky Sports Racing ambassador Hollie Doyle is aboard leading Goodwood Cup contender Trueshan on the opening day of the big meeting on Tuesday. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3x9fuoZ

Gale stripped of Leeds captaincy

Leeds Rhinos have taken the captaincy away from England scrum-half Luke Gale. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3lcz2qn

Rooney representatives contact police over images

Wayne Rooney's representatives have contacted the police over what they believe was an illicit attempt to entrap the Derby boss with a range of explicit photographs. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3kXQQFj

Everton stress focus on heritage as stadium work begins

Work has finally begun on Everton's new ground at Bramley-Moore Dock with the club reiterating its commitment to preserving the city's history. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/2Wn2nUy

Mardle: Wright is the man to beat

Wayne Mardle believes Peter Wright could be "the man to beat" over the longer formats, after Snakebite claimed his maiden World Matchplay crown with a dominant 18-9 win over defending champion Dimitri Van den Bergh in Sunday's showpiece. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3iQdVqK

'Gloves off' for Hamilton vs Verstappen: Button's F1 prediction

Sky Sports F1's Jenson Button believes Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen are set for more "feisty" battles with the "gloves off" as their reignited rivalry continues at this weekend's Hungarian GP. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3x29sGB

The secret weapon to solving Usyk's puzzle?

Anthony Joshua is using Shokran Parwani, who has plenty of experience in emulating Oleksandr Usyk, as a sparring partner. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3rzIZPv

Peaty wins Team GB's first gold and defends Olympic title

Adam Peaty is the first British swimmer to retain their Olympic title after winning Team GB's first gold medal of Tokyo 2020 with victory in the men's 100m breaststroke. from SkySports | News https://ift.tt/3y537f3

New on SI: MMQB: Deshaun Watson's Upcoming—and Awkward—Training Camp Arrival

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What it means for the QB’s legal situation and trade demand. Plus, Roethlisberger’s young supporting cast, the latest on Aaron Rodgers, and more. PITTSBURGH — The differences that I saw at the UMPC Rooney Sports Complex over the weekend, training camp in 2020 vs. training camp in 2021, were obvious. The coaches weren’t in masks. Both observation decks were filled with media. Players moved freely from drill to drill, scouts were dotting the sidelines, and the end of practice wasn’t a quiet march to get re-masked and back in the office. Things aren’t completely normal, of course, otherwise I’d be in Latrobe rather than on Pittsburgh’s South Side and wouldn’t have a Kinexon tracking device in my pocket. But it is so much closer than it was in 2021. And yet, when I asked Mike Tomlin after a long, steamy Saturday practice if he’s more appreciative of the regular grind, he cracked, “I live in a bubble anyway, to be honest with you. I haven’t been to the grocery store in 10 years.” Then, ...