Dustin Johnson claimed his 21st PGA Tour victory with a one-stroke win at the Travelers Championship on Sunday. The 2016 U.S. Open champion carded a 3-under 67 in the final round at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Conn. Johnson finished at 19 under, a shot clear of Kevin Streelman (67) and two ahead of … Continue reading Dustin Johnson wins Travelers Championship for 21st PGA Tour victory Continue Reading
Joe Bugel, best known as the architect of the Washington Redskins’ dominating “Hogs” offensive line, died Sunday. He was 80. Bugel began his NFL coaching career with the Lions in 1975 and was also with the Houston Oilers before joining the Redskins in 1981 and working under Hall of Fame coach Joe Gibbs through 1989. He helped Washington win two Super Bowl titles in three appearances … Continue reading Joe Bugel, former NFL coach, ‘Hogs’ architect, dies at 80 Continue Reading
A Patriots-Cam Newton partnership felt inevitable after Tom Brady left New England for the Buccaneers and the Panthers released Newton around the same time in March. Well, “inevitable” lasted three months, but the sides finally have gotten together. New England has agreed to a one-year contract with the free-agent quarterback, according to multiple reports Sunday. … Continue reading Cam Newton joining Patriots on 1-year contract; opportunity to succeed Tom Brady Continue Reading
Dustin Poirier has defeated Dan Hooker in a lightweight main event battle that many are already calling the UFC fight of the year. The unanimous decision win for Poirier over New Zealander Hooker on Saturday night cemented the American as one of the top contenders in the division. But he was tested all the way, … Continue reading Dustin Poirier wins UFC ‘fight of year’ contender against Kiwi Dan Hooker Continue Reading
NRL great Paul Gallen says embattled Brisbane Broncos coach Anthony Seibold’s biggest problem is constantly trying to be “the smartest guy in the room”. Seibold’s position as Broncos coach has come under fire after a poor start to the season, with his side booed off Suncorp Stadium in a loss to the Gold Coast Titans … Continue reading Paul Gallen says Anthony Seibold’s biggest flaw is attempts to be ‘smartest guy in the room’ Continue Reading
The Wests Tigers have reeled off three wins in a row for the first time under Michael Maguire after trampling over Canterbury 34-6 at Bankwest Stadium. In what was arguably their best performance of the season, wingers David Nofoaluma and Tommy Talau shone with two tries each. Hooker Harry Grant was another standout, scoring a … Continue reading ‘Special’ Wests Tigers youngsters thump error-prone Canterbury Bulldogs Continue Reading
A wayward Brisbane have given Adelaide a sniff before prevailing by 37 points in a third-straight AFL win punctuated by more injury concerns for captain Dayne Zorko. The hosts dominated on Sunday afternoon to lead by 40 points at halftime at the Gabba, but were almost made to pay for their wastefulness when the winless … Continue reading Dayne Zorko injury sours Lions win as Crows continue woeful run of form Continue Reading
Melbourne Storm assistant Ryan Hoffman has given an insight into the “emotional” scenes in the Warriors’ locker room as Cameron Smith addressed the side. Smith, Hoffman and Storm coach Bellamy entered the Warriors’ locker room immediately after the Storm handed the New Zealanders a 50-6 drubbing, wanting to express their appreciation for the Warriors’ sacrifice. … Continue reading Ryan Hoffman reveals Cameron Smith’s message to dejected NZ Warriors players Continue Reading
Cronulla have overturned one of the biggest hoodoos in the NRL, scoring a thumping 40-22 win over Manly in Gosford. It was just the third time in 12 years the Sharks tasted victory over their bogey team but looked a class above in miserable conditions on Sunday afternoon at Central Coast Stadium. “It was good. … Continue reading ‘Massive wake-up call’: Cronulla Sharks punish ‘predictable’ Manly Sea-Eagles Continue Reading
FILE PHOTO – Johnriel Casimero—MARK GIONGCO/INQUIRER.NET MANILA, Philippines — It’s been four months since John Riel Casimero left for the US to train for his title unification showdown with Naoya Inoue. But with the bout postponed and a new date yet to be announced, a homesick Casimero thinks it’s best for him to continue waiting … Continue reading Casimero wants to go home, says Inoue scared to fight him Continue Reading