Swiatek Faces Sabalenka in French Open Semifinal Showdown
Iga Swiatek,d 26th Roland Garros win,will meet No 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals after both advanced in straight sets. Swiatek beat Elina Svitolina 6 1 7 5 to extend her clay run, while Sabalenka defeated Zheng Qinwen 7 6 8 6 3.
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NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol this weekend
Briston Dragway hosts the eighth NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series event of 2025 the Supergrip Thunder Valley Nationals. Tony Stewart Racing fields Top Fuel and Funny Car entries led by Matt Hagan and Tony Stewart as standings leaders eye gains, with Johnsons Horsepowered Garage backing the team as Bristol action heats up.
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The Road Less Traveled By Bob Hertzel
Steve Sabins nears a decade at West Virginia after choosing Mazey’s path over a Cincinnati head coach offer. His loyalty set up as Mazey’s successor for 2025, leading to a record season and a third straight NCAA bid as Mazey’s program aims higher in the Big 12.
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Dales nets record as Graham girls crush Gate City in semis
Ella Dales scored four goals to become VHSL Class 2 girls soccer career scoring leader as Graham girls roll 5-0 over Gate City in Region 20 semifinals at Wise Central. Sophomore Sophie Scarberry added the other Graham goal while Kadance Bowman earned the shutout with six saves.
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Steelers rookie RBs aim to shape evolving backfield
In Pittsburgh, the focus shifts to the run game after Najee Harris walks. Jaylen Warren remains, Kenneth Gainwell signs, and Kaleb Johnson drafts in the third round. Arthur Smith’s outside zone system suits Warren Gainwell and Johnson, who plan to use OTAs to set the tone for 2026.
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