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"I was trying to live up to what other people wanted for me."Tennis champion Coco Gauff is playing for herself now time.com/collection/time100-leadership-series/6970223/coco-gauff-interview-2024/
Quick Glance: Gauff evolving as a triple-surface threat, per Gilbert
- Coco Gauff has proven to be an all-surface player.
- Despite her success, she has shown preferences for certain surfaces as she climbed to world No.3.
- Her coach Brad Gilbert believes hard courts are currently her best surface, but sees grass as where she has the most room for improvement.
- Gilbert is impressed by Gauff's talent and drive to continuously improve.
Shohei Ohtani finding comfort zone with scandal (mostly) behind him. Watch out, MLB teams.
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/columnist/gabe-lacques/2024/04/24/shohei-ohtani-stats-scandal-dodgers-first-month/73445941007/
Report - Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy among big PGA Tour payouts - ESPN: Tiger Woods will receive up to $100 million in equity as part of the newly created ...
espn.com/golf/story/_/id/40017153/report-tiger-woods-rory-mcilroy-big-pga-tour-payouts
Why the Orioles’ latest scouting triumph is a 34-year-old journeyman pitcher: Albert Suárez doesn't have the hype of Jackson Holliday or Heston Kjerstad ...
theathletic.com/5440749/2024/04/24/baltimore-orioles-scouting-albert-suarez/
What are the Top 10 front offices in MLB? Here’s how 40 executives voted: For this exercise, The Athletic canvassed 40 executives across the sport ...
theathletic.com/5424700/2024/04/24/mlb-front-office-rankings/
‘I walked through the fire.’ Ryan Garcia was three pounds overweight for major fight. It went ahead and he shocked the world
cnn.com/2024/04/24/sport/ryan-garcia-devin-haney-boxing-spt-intl/
Zendaya reacts to the meme that all the main ‘Spider-Man’ film actresses have also played tennis stars.
“Maybe it’s some prophecy I need to fulfill”
(Source: ... Show more @GMA
Timberwolves' Naz Reid Wins NBA Sixth Man of the Year in Nail-Biting Race: Minnesota's sixth man edged Malik Monk of the Sacramento Kings in a tightly contested ...
si.com/nba/2024/04/24/timberwolves-naz-reid-sixth-man-of-the-year-award
Caitlin Clark to sign new Nike deal valued at $28 million over 8 years, reports say
apnews.com/article/caitlin-clark-nike-3ea6a96e0b830b66b4680cc5318de9e4
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Secures Groundbreaking Contract with Nike After WNBA Salary Criticism
- Following public criticism of Caitlin Clark's modest WNBA rookie salary, she secured an impressive deal with Nike.
- As the top pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, she landed a long-term agreement with the athletic footwear and apparel brand, including a signature shoe.
- This partnership represents the largest sponsorship deal for a female basketball player.
Paul Pierce believes LeBron James might have voted for him as the greatest player of all time in @TheAthletic ’s player survey
“What if LBJ voted for me? I did play ... Show more
Mike Trout Takes MLB Home Run Lead With Absolute No-Doubter: Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout officially hit 10 home runs before anyone else in MLB this season ...
si.com/mlb/2024/04/24/angels-mike-trout-10th-home-run-league-lead
Chicago White Sox made history with their 8th shutout in 22 games. Here’s a closer look at each missed scoring opportunity.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/23/chicago-white-sox-shut-out-record/
Bears to reportedly request more than $2 billion in public money to fund $4.6 billion stadium project
sports.yahoo.com/bears-to-reportedly-request-more-than-2-billion-in-public-money-to-fund-46-billion-stadium-project-020518165.html
Reggie Bush Reinstated As 2005 Heisman Trophy Winner: The retired NFL player “unquestionably was the most outstanding college football player of 2005 ...
huffpost.com/entry/reggie-bush-reinstated-2005-heisman-trophy-winner_n_66291200e4b06e0c270acd90
Quick Glance: Reggie Bush to Regain 2005 Heisman Trophy
- The Heisman Trust is set to announce Reggie Bush receiving back the 2005 Heisman Trophy, reinstating his status as a recipient after a NCAA investigation.
- Following the restoration of his 2005 season records by the NCAA, the Heisman Trust confirmed the re-honoring of Bush's award.
- In a statement, Bush expressed his excitement to be back in the Heisman family and collaborate with the organization to uphold its values and mission.
- With the Heisman Trophy back in Bush's possession, USC now holds the top spot in college football's Heisman Trophy winners list with a total of eight recipients.
As Squirrels' official scorer, Bob Flynn promoted to Double-A after 32 years: Bob Flynn may be the only person involved with professional baseball who can ...
richmond.com/sports/professional/richmond-flying-squirrels-bob-flynn/article_7a23ab86-01cf-11ef-918f-b3f3e2c5b619.html
Letter: NHL in Utah: Isn’t this just another way to transfer working family income into the hands of a billionaire?
sltrib.com/opinion/letters/2024/04/24/letter-nhl-utah-isnt-this-just/
The Lakers’ bench has scored a total of 17 points vs. the Nuggets this series.
All 17 points have come from Taurean Prince.
Wow… 😳 (h/t @LADEig )
Scottie Scheffler is playing so well this year that his caddie is out-earning Rory McIlroy (assuming standard Tour caddie pay). 🤯
The father of Shay (James) Lynch who died in a swimming pool accident in Co Clare remembered the seven-year-old as a “gentle, caring ... Show more www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2024/04/24/you-will-always-be-forever-our-beautiful-boy-shay-shay-funeral-remembers-sweet-boy-who-died-in-swimming-pool/
Tigers' Riley Greene slugs two homers in 4-2 win over Rays: Riley Greene powered the Tigers to a 4-2 come-from-behind win over the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana ...
detroitnews.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2024/04/23/tigers-riley-greene-slugs-two-homers-in-4-2-win-over-rays/73423919007/
THE WOLVES PROTECT HOME COURT AS THE SERIES HEADS TO PHOENIX 🐺
Weatherford high school student directs racial slur toward Euless Trinity baseball player
star-telegram.com/sports/dfwvarsity/article287984970.html
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Miami Marlins at Atlanta Braves odds, picks and predictions: The Miami Marlins (6-19) and Atlanta Braves (16-6) meet Wednesday for the finale of a 3-game series ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/sports-betting/2024/04/24/miami-marlins-at-atlanta-braves-odds-picks-and-predictions-11/73435651007/
Two Olympic Medalists Call for More Investment in Women’s Sports: WNBA Champion A’ja Wilson and fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad spoke at the Time100 summit on the next ...
time.com/6968787/time100-women-sports-wilson-muhammad/
Josh Hart played all 48 minutes last night and traveled exactly 18,000 total feet. Average speed of 4 MPH.
Working hard out there
The top 10 in Matchup Difficulty
1. Luguentz Dort2. Jeremy Sochan
3. Alex Caruso
4. Jaden McDaniels
5. Dillon Brooks6. Vince Williams Jr.
7. OG Anunoby
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The Arizona Coyotes are gone. Someone please tell ex-owner Alex Meruelo: While the team's move to Utah left an opening for the former owner to reclaim an NHL ...
theathletic.com/5439189/2024/04/24/arizona-coyotes-alex-meruelo-utah-nhl/
Tyrese Maxey fouled twice during chaotic sequence, L2MR says - ESPN: Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey was fouled multiple times during the frenetic defining sequence of ...
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40011181/tyrese-maxey-fouled-twice-chaotic-sequence-l2mr-says
Quick Glance: 76ers bemoan 'unacceptable' officiating after missed Game 2 chance
- 76ers lose Game 2 despite being up by 5 points in the final 47.3 seconds, resulting in a disappointing outcome.
- Knicks take the lead through a three-pointer after a mistake by Maxey, followed by crucial offensive actions that turn the game around.
- 76ers intend to file a complaint with the NBA as they feel disadvantaged by officiating decisions in Games 1 and 2.
- Despite efforts to resist the Knicks, the 76ers are down 0-2 and face a challenge to fight back in the series.
Jordan Walker sent down before Cardinals face Jordan Montgomery, Arizona: First Pitch
stltoday.com/sports/professional/mlb/cardinals/jordan-walker-sent-down-before-cardinals-face-jordan-montgomery-arizona-first-pitch/article_9446568a-f9fa-11ee-9481-cbc69ca24183.html
On another level. 🤯
"We've had regular season crowds better than what we've played in the last two games." 🗣️Tyrese Haliburton is looking forward to the crowd in ... Show more @NBATV t.co/IFfquykqjz
Darvin Ham says he took Anthony Davis’ “we have stretches when we don’t know what we’re doing” comment as frustration and will agree to disagree with AD ... Show more @michaelcorvo_
Christian Encarnacion-Strand leads a big day for the Reds' offense in win over Phillies
cincinnati.com/story/sports/mlb/reds/2024/04/23/christian-encarnacion-strand-key-for-reds-offense-in-win-over-phillies/73431462007/
One of Nikola Jokić's brother threw a punch in the stands after last night's Nuggets-Lakers game.
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Have a day, Rickie! 🔥 Pretty special to card an ace at the No. 1 course in America. See the full story: www.golfdigest.com/story/rickie-fowler-hole-in-one-pine-valley
The Royals needed a spark to snap losing skid. Bobby Witt Jr. came through (again)
kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article287955335.html
Greg Norman says LIV is 'open-minded' to 1 major change: Greg Norman and LIV Golf are suddenly 'open-minded' to all sorts of changes. Including the one the ...
golf.com/news/greg-norman-liv-openminded-72-holes/
The Guardians have equaled the best start in franchise history through 23 games with a win over the Red Sox tonight. Photo: Joshua Gunter, www.cleveland.com
Gunnar Henderson reaches base 5 times to lead Orioles in 6-5 win over Angels: Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson moved into the AL lead for OPS (1 ...
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/24/orioles-angels-gunnar-henderson-dean-kremer/
The 15-time Major champion is set to be rewarded handsomely for sticking with the US-based circuit, it is being reported (full story in the comments)
From The Athletic: Michael Jordan's lead over LeBron James in the GOAT debate among current NBA players continues to shrink. If the trend continues ... Show more theathletic.com/5432961/2024/04/23/lebron-james-goat-michael-jordan-nba-player-poll/
Quick Glance: LeBron vs. Jordan: NBA GOAT Debate
- A player poll reveals that the debate over the greatest of all time between LeBron James and Michael Jordan continues to be intense.
- While Jordan has been chosen as the 'Greatest of All Time' each time, his lead over LeBron has significantly decreased in recent years, primarily due to James' impressive longevity.
- Players emphasize that James' ability to play at an elite level even at almost 40 years old sets him apart from Jordan, who retired twice and played 14 seasons in a 19-year span.
- The NBA GOAT debate is based on factors like influence, statistics, and the evolving nature of the game over the years, with a particular focus on LeBron James' longevity as a crucial factor.
NYC jogger films hair-raising encounter with 'giant' coyote prowling Central Park
nypost.com/2024/04/23/us-news/nyc-jogger-films-hair-raising-encounter-with-giant-coyote-prowling-central-park/
A 20-year LeBron James NBA Playoffs streak is over: Before Monday, a LeBron James-led team had never been down 2-0 in the first round of the NBA postseason ...
yardbarker.com/nba/articles/a_20_year_lebron_james_nba_playoffs_streak_is_over/s1_13132_40270413
Bucks fans on social media hoping for Giannis Antetokounmpo's return after Game 2 loss to Pacers
jsonline.com/story/sports/nba/bucks/2024/04/23/bucks-fans-ask-for-giannis-antetokounmpos-return-after-loss-to-pacers/73434309007/
Scottie Scheffler, Nelly Korda are the biggest things in golf for a reason: Korda has an LPGA record-tying fifth straight win. Scheffler has won four of five ...
theathletic.com/5437002/2024/04/23/scottie-scheffler-nelly-korda-stats-history/
Editorial: Amid the chaos, America’s elite campuses can’t educate. University presidents have to turn that around.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/24/editorial-columbia-university-protests-israel-gaza/
Timberwolves smother Suns 105-93 to go up 2-0 in playoff series: Jaden McDaniels (25 points) and Mike Conley (18) stepped up during a quiet offensive night for ...
startribune.com/timberwolves-beat-suns-game-2-playoff-series-jaden-mcdaniels-mike-conley/600361148/
Heston Kjerstad Latest Top Orioles Prospect to Reach Majors: Baltimore adds yet another elite talent to its big league roster.
si.com/mlb/2024/04/23/orioles-heston-kjerstad-majors-top-prospect
Kyle Ford kept it real 😅
MLB Power Rankings: Guardians goin’ up, Braves reclaim the throne; plus standout stats
theathletic.com/5436208/2024/04/23/mlb-power-rankings-guardians-yankees/
This 88-year-old San Antonio tennis player is top 10 in the world: Mary Ann Winden, 88, is ranked seventh in Singles 85+ by the International Tennis Federation ...
expressnews.com/lifestyle/article/mary-ann-winden-senior-tennis-19416249.php
Nelly Korda wins Chevron Championship for historic fifth straight LPGA Tour victory
cnn.com/2024/04/22/sport/nelly-korda-chevron-championship-lpga-record-spt-intl/
MLB Likely to Probe Ump’s Bonkers Call Against Yankees Manager Aaron Boone: The ump seemingly mistook a fan’s heckling to be the Yanks leader ...
thedailybeast.com/mlb-likely-to-probe-umps-bonkers-call-against-yankees-manager-aaron-boone
Breakthrough blasts from Nolan Gorman, Paul Goldschmidt charge Cardinals to walk-off win
theathletic.com/5437682/2024/04/23/cardinals-walk-off-nolan-gorman-paul-goldschmidt/
Nolan Gorman's walk-off homer lifts Cardinals to victory as they edge Diamondbacks 5-3
stltoday.com/sports/professional/mlb/cardinals/nolan-gormans-walk-off-homer-lifts-cardinals-to-victory-as-they-edge-diamondbacks-5-3/article_0048f666-00e1-11ef-927d-9381f5d7aa00.html
Shohei Ohtani Absolutely Obliterated a Baseball: Ohtani's blast was the hardest-hit homer of his career.
si.com/mlb/2024/04/24/dodgers-shohei-ohtani-crushes-home-run
Column: When Chicago’s sports executives speak, people listen — then decipher the real meaning
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/24/chicago-sports-executives-speak/
Chicago Cubs place Kyle Hendricks and Drew Smyly on the injured list, recall Hayden Wesneski and Matt Mervis
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/23/chicago-cubs-roster-moves-kyle-hendricks/
Marlins' Sixto Sánchez Balks in Run After Bizarre Fake Pickoff to Completely Empty Base
si.com/mlb/2024/04/22/marlins-sixto-sanchez-fake-pickoff-attempt-balk
Former MVP, Cubs' Star Free Agent Signee, Suffers Serious Rib Injury: After colliding with the outfield wall at Wrigley Field Tuesday, Chicago Cubs center ...
newsweek.com/sports/mlb/former-mvp-cubs-star-free-agent-signee-suffers-serious-rib-injury-1893948
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone ejected after apparent case of mistaken identity and spat with umpire
cnn.com/2024/04/23/sport/aaron-boone-ejection-hunter-wendelstedt-mlb-spt-intl/
Quick Glance: Yankees' Aaron Boone Ejected for Fan-Heckling of MLB Umpire in Unusual Incident: 'I Don't Care Who Said It'
- Yankees manager Aaron Boone was ejected early in the game against the A's at Yankee Stadium after a fan yelled something. This marked his 35th career ejection, with a rather unusual reason this time.
- Umpire Hunter Wendelstedt warned Boone of an ejection after just five pitches if another word was said. A fan behind the dugout shouted something, leading Wendelstedt to toss Boone out of the game.
- Boone's reactions, including pointing to the crowd, were captured on video. In one clip, Boone can be heard denying he said anything. Despite Wendelstedt's error in judgment, the ejection stood, making for a highly entertaining situation.
- Although Wendelstedt misinterpreted the situation and Boone was innocent, the ejection remained. Nevertheless, the whole incident was incredibly entertaining, and Boone's 35 ejections in a short span of time is quite an impressive feat.
Laura Benanti on Embracing Comedy and Getting Inside Melania Trump’s Head: The Tony-winning star reveals how playing the former first lady for Colbert helped ...
thedailybeast.com/laura-benanti-on-embracing-comedy-and-getting-inside-melania-trumps-head
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With his 261st career long ball, Aaron Judge passed Derek Jeter on the Yankees all-time home run list. 👏
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