The Washington Commanders go into training camp with Sam Howell as their starting quarterback
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2023-07-19 00:50
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When does 2023 NHL free agency start?
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2023-06-07 02:17
Devin Haney to vacate undisputed lightweight titles ahead of Regis Prograis fight
Devin Haney has announced he is relinquishing his undisputed lightweight titles, as he prepares for a super-lightweight fight with WBC champion Regis Prograis. Haney, 25, won the WBC lightweight title by outpointing Jorge Linares in 2021, before taking the remaining major belts from George Kambosos Jr in 2022. Haney beat the Australian via decision in Melbourne last June, before repeating the result four months later to retain the gold – also in Melbourne. The unbeaten American then retained the titles with a narrow decision over former champion Vasiliy Lomachenko in May, before setting his sights on a new division. Haney will box compatriot Prograis, 34, in San Francisco on 9 December, as he bids to become a two-weight world champion. But Haney will not enter San Francisco as a reigning champion, having told ESPN on Wednesday (29 November) that he is vacating his lightweight belts. “I did everything at 135[lbs] that I could,” he said. “The biggest fight for me was making that Gervonta Davis fight, and his side showed no interest in making the fight. “I’ve outgrown the division, so now I make my quest to 140 to become a two-division champion. And after this fight, I look to become a three-division champion and move up to 147, God willing that I’m successful in this fight. “I made history in becoming undisputed, and that was a milestone for me, but now I’m at the point in my career where I want to make the biggest and the best fights happening in the world. I’m a pay-per-view fighter.” Haney has a professional record of 30-0 (15 knockouts), while Prograis’s pro record stands at 29-1 (24 KOs). Prograis suffered the sole defeat of his pro career in 2019, when he lost a majority decision to Josh Taylor. Click here to subscribe to The Independent’s Sport YouTube channel for all the latest sports videos. Read More Conor Benn seemingly confirms Chris Eubank Jr fight date Benn vs Eubank Jr will not take place in Britain as board intervenes Mikaela Mayer pushes for three-minute rounds in Natasha Jonas clash
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France off to a flyer as Davis Cup group stage finals begin
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2023-09-13 06:48
Alex Cora sounds nervous about Chris Sale injury
Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora revealed that ace Chris Sale is set to undergo an MRI for a shoulder injury suffered on Thursday.The Boston Red Sox were already having a bad time entering Thursday's series finale against the Cincinnati Reds. They were in the midst of a three-game losing st...
2023-06-02 11:54
Marcus Rashford signs new five-year contract with Manchester United
Marcus Rashford has signed a new five-year contract to stay at Manchester United and carry on living his dream. United have rewarded their 30-goal top scorer with a pay rise and Rashford agreed to stay at Old Trafford until 2028 after a successful end to months of talks. Rashford has been rejuvenated under Erik ten Hag, after only scoring five times in 2021-22, and while his previous deal was due to expire next summer, the Dutchman was long confident about keeping him. Rashford, who had attracted interest from Paris Saint-Germain, scored in the final as United won the Carabao Cup, their first trophy for six years, and set his sights on securing more silverware. He said: “I joined Manchester United as a seven-year-old boy with a dream. That same passion, pride, and determination to succeed still drives me every time I have the honour of wearing the shirt. I’ve already had some amazing experiences at this incredible club, but there is still a lot more to achieve and I remain relentlessly determined to win more trophies in the years ahead. “As a United fan all my life, I know the responsibility that comes with representing this badge and feel the highs and lows as much as anyone. I can assure you that I will give everything to help the team reach the level we are capable of, and I can feel the same determination around the dressing room. I couldn’t be more excited for the future under this manager.” Rashford’s new deal is a third key part of United’s summer business, along with buying Mason Mount and the imminent signing of Andre Onana, after a fee with agreed with Internazionale and the goalkeeper accepted personal terms. He has scored 123 goals in 359 games since debuting in 2016 and director of football John Murtough believes Rashford can become one of the best forwards in the world. He said: “Ever since he joined our academy 18 years ago, Marcus has epitomised what it takes to succeed as a Manchester United player. He is a brilliant talent but also humble, dedicated and driven. As he enters his prime years, we know there is still so much more to come from him, and we can see the hunger that Marcus feels to achieve the highest levels of success here at Manchester United. “Working with Erik ten Hag and his coaches is the perfect environment for Marcus to continue to develop into one of the best attacking players in the world.” United have also temporarily re-signed Jonny Evans on short-term deal that only covers pre-season. The former Leicester captain, who made 199 appearances before leaving Old Trafford in 2015, is in the squad for Wednesday’s friendly against Lyon in Edinburgh. The 35-year-old is also set to feature in the academy team who will face Wrexham in San Diego. Read More Jonny Evans returns to Manchester United on short-term deal for pre-season tour Man Utd reach breakthrough in Marcus Rashford contract talks Fury announces next fight and Messi relaxes – Tuesday’s sporting social Brighton reject second Chelsea bid for midfielder Moises Caicedo
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ESports makes debut as Asian Games medal event but women left behind
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2023-09-24 21:27
Morocco's Benzina celebrated after becoming first player to wear hijab in World Cup history
Footballer Nouhaila Benzina of Morocco has made history as the first player at senior level to wear a hijab at the Women's World Cup. The 25-year-old defender wore the Islamic headscarf when she played in her first game at the tournament on July 30 at the Hindmarsh Stadium in Adelaide. The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) authorised players can wear a head covering for religious reasons back in 2014. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter In the end, Morocco won in a 1-0 victory against South Korea. It was their second game after being defeated 6-0 in their opening match against Germany on July 24. Benzina was an unused substitute during her side's match against Germany. Here are some of the best reactions to Benzina making history: This is Morocco's tournament debut, and they are the first Arab or North African nation to qualify. Other countries making their debut also include Haiti, Panama, the Philippines, Portugal, the Republic of Ireland, Vietnam and Zambia. Next, Morocco who are currently sitting third in Group H, will play against second-place Columbia on August 3. Meanwhile, Germany is at the top of Group H with South Korea at the bottom after two defeats. Elsewhere, here are the 10 best Women's World Cup goals ever, Lioness Fran Kirby on why more venues need to be showing the Women's World Cup, and England fans cheer as Lionesses beat Haiti in the opening World Cup match. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-07-30 17:58
Spain's World Cup winners return to action after sexism scandal with 3-2 win in Sweden
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2023-09-23 03:24
No. 1 Georgia bounced back from 11-point halftime deficit to beat South Carolina 24-14
Carson Beck passed for 269 yards, Daijun Edwards, Dillon Bell and Cash Jones ran for second-half touchdowns, and No. 1 Georgia rallied from 11 points down to beat South Carolina 24-14
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Watch a Devastated Nate Silver Get Knocked Out of the World Series of Poker Main Event
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