Matthew Jordan recounts Tiger memories ahead of hitting opening tee shot at British Open
Matthew Jordan has been given the honor of hitting the first tee shot at the 151st British Open and he’ll know exactly where to put it
2023-07-18 03:29
Embiid wants NBA title: 'in Philly or anywhere else'
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has given fans a jolt with an interview gaining steam on social media on Monday discussing his desire to win an NBA title...
2023-07-18 02:58
Aston Villa make second offer for Moussa Diaby
Aston Villa have made an improved offer to sign Bayer Leverkusen forward Moussa Diaby after a first bid was rejected.
2023-07-18 02:57
Mikel Arteta believes ‘lighthouse’ Declan Rice can take Arsenal to next level
Mikel Arteta sees record signing Declan Rice as Arsenal’s “lighthouse” as the north London club look to win the Premier League. Fresh from completing big-money moves for Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber, the Gunners completed their British record £105million acquisition for the West Ham captain on Saturday. Rice’s arrival is a huge shot in the arm for Mikel Arteta’s improving side, who beat perennial Premier League champions Manchester City to the England international’s signature. It is a deal that Arsenal hope can next season help topple Pep Guardiola’s men at the top as they look to win a first league title since 2004. “I see him like a lighthouse – that he is willing to put light in others and improve others and make the team better and that is a huge quality,” the Gunners boss said. “For me, to be a midfielder you have to have that and he’s got it 100 per cent. “The way he talks and presents himself, the ambition he has and the passion towards the game. That is exactly what we needed. “It’s his leadership, his aura, the experience he already has in the league he is going to bring and the team to a different dimension I think.” Rice flew to the United States with his new team-mates on Sunday and the following morning worked on an exercise bike next to the pitch where many of the group trained. The 24-year-old laughed and joked with Eddie Nketiah in the sweltering Washington DC sunshine and Arteta has been impressed by the way he has adapted to a new set-up. “I think you all know his leadership, his personality, the experience that he already has at 24,” the Gunners boss said of Rice. “Very smooth (transition into the group). He’s already very close already with a few of the boys, he obviously knew a few of the boys from the England camp as well. He seems very happy.” Arteta has brought a 29-man squad to the United States, where Arsenal’s tour gets under way against Wayne Rooney’s Major League Soccer All-Stars on Wednesday evening. Friendlies against Manchester United in New Jersey and Barcelona in Los Angeles follow, with Arteta grateful to have key acquisitions Rice, Timber and Havertz over the line in time to work with them Stateside. “Very pleased obviously as you can imagine,” he said. “We signed the players that we wanted, we signed them early and they start to adapt to the team really fast. “We have some time now to prepare and for them as well to gain the best chance to express themselves in the right way. “To adapt obviously they need to experience a few days how it looks like (at) Arsenal.” Arsenal have spent nearly £200million already this summer but Arteta suggested there could yet be more to come. “Let’s see,” he said pitchside at George Mason University. “It’s a lot of time still in the market and a lot of expectations are in some of our players as well, so we will have to see and how things develop in the next couple of weeks. “We will be alert, there’s still time do things, there’s still time as well for exits obviously. I’m sure things will move.” Arsenal have crossed the Atlantic at an exciting time for football in North America, where Lionel Messi’s mammoth move to Inter Miami should take the sport to new heights. “I think the attention it’s going to do, the level, the attraction, I think it’s incredible for the league to bring a player with such a status here,” Arteta said. “It tells you the ambition of the league, where they want to take it and the direction this has taken I think is extremely positive for the league.” On facing Rooney’s All-Star team at Audi Field on Wednesday, the Arsenal boss added: “Great, a lot of expectations. It’ll be a special atmosphere and something we haven’t done before so looking forward to it.”
2023-07-18 02:51
NFL Rumors: Cowboys never made much of an effort to extend Tony Pollard
The Dallas Cowboys are not expected to reach an agreement on a contract extension with running back Tony Pollard. As it turns out, they were nowhere near close to getting a deal done.July 17 was an important day for NFL running backs. By 4:00 p.m. ET, Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs had to agree ...
2023-07-18 02:23
FanDuel Announces Exclusive New $100 Bonus Guaranteed Promo (Unlock With Any MLB or NFL Bet)
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2023-07-18 02:16
5 dream scenarios for Bengals in 2023 season
Few, if any, teams are capable of stopping the Cincinnati Bengals heading into this NFL season.Sometimes, you just know...The last two years watching the Cincinnati Bengals turn it around has been nothing short of incredible to watch. I mean, they were pitiful towards the end of the Andy Dal...
2023-07-18 01:56
Braves' Acuña is on pace to set new baseball standard for power-speed dominance
Ronald Acuña Jr. is on pace to do more than just join an elite 40-40 club in baseball history
2023-07-18 01:55
Marcus Rashford set to sign new five-year deal at Manchester United
Marcus Rashford is set to sign a new five-year deal at Manchester United, the PA news agency understands. The 25-year-old forward came through the Old Trafford youth set-up and has gone on to score 123 goals in 359 first-team appearances. Rashford broke the 30-goal barrier for the first time in his United career last season and his current deal was due to expire next summer. But PA understands the England international has agreed terms on a contract until 2028, with an announcement possible on Tuesday. Rashford’s contract could soon be followed by the arrival of Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana. A deal is understood to be getting closer for the Cameroon international, who worked under Erik ten Hag at Ajax and is wanted as a replacement for long-serving David De Gea. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live
2023-07-18 01:53
FanDuel Golf Promo Awards $100 For Betting on Rory McIlroy at the British Open
Listed as a heavy favorite at +650 odds, a $5 bet on Rory McIlroy to win The Open Championship would typically profit you just $35.If you sign up with FanDuel Sportsbook and bet $5 or more on McIlroy to win the British Open, you’ll win $100 in bonus bets – even if he doesn...
2023-07-18 01:26
MLB Rumors: Cardinals trade conflict, Reds distraction, Yankees answer
MLB rumors: Former Cardinal could get in way of John Mozeliak's trade plansThe St. Louis Cardinals have to be one of the biggest disappointments of the 2023 season. Even though their run in the postseason lasted a total of two games, the expectation was that the Cardinals would be one of the ...
2023-07-18 01:24
Cameron Smith returns claret jug ahead of the British Open and reflects on his long year
Cameron Smith never gets emotional about anything
2023-07-18 01:18