Justify drills at Belmont in prep for Triple Crown bid
Justify, the Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner, galloped over Belmont Park's track in calm conditions during the morning session. Trainer Bob Baffert praised the colt's composure and speed while noting adjustments such as ear plugs for Friday's final work and a paddock-less pre-race routine. jockey Mike Smith echoed optimism about the surface and Justify's ease on "Big Sandy."
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LeBron: Warriors stacked beyond Cavaliers in Finals
LeBron James said the Golden State Warriors look stacked with MVPs Kevin Durant and Klay Thompson plus Draymond Green and others, making Cleveland’s 3-0 series hole seem insurmountable. He noted the Cavs could have won two of the three games but frame calls and Durant brilliance shaped the outcome.
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Halep to face Stephens in French Open final
Simona Halep overwhelmed Garbine Muguruza 6-1 6-4 in the Paris semifinal securing a third French final and top ranking. Sloane Stephens defeated Madison Keys 6-4 6-4 to reach her second major final in nine months in the all American semifinal at Roland Garros.
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Pedersons homer duo fuels Dodgers win over Pirates
Joe Pederson hit two homers and Cody Bellinger added his third in as many games as the Dodgers outlasted the Pirates 8 7. The rally featured nine pitchers used by Los Angeles in the interleague clash in Pittsburgh.
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Power leads St Jude Classic after 65 in Memphis
Seamus Power birdied the final hole to shoot 5-under 65 and take the St Jude Classic lead in Memphis. Phil Mickelson shot 66 to tie for second with 10 others including Steve Stricker and Brooks Koepka, while Dustin Johnson carded 67 along with Retief Goosen, Scott Stallings, and seven others. Koepka heads to defend his U.S. Open title next week at Shinnecock Hills.
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Beilein stays at Michigan after Pistons talks
Michigan coach John Beilein announced on Twitter that he will remain with the Wolverines next season and beyond after discussions about the Pistons coaching vacancy. The 65 year old has led Michigan to two Final Fours, two Big Ten titles, and a national title game appearance. Beilein previously headed West Virginia from 2002 to 2007. Terrell Owens will not attend his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction in August, declining the invitation in a public statement.
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Inductees Named for Bluefield State Sports Hall of Fame
John Lewis announces new Bluefield State College inductees Melissa Doane Tony Mandeville Sherman Ross and Lisa Smith. Doane 1990 WVIAC champion and all time leader in scoring rebounds and steals. Mandeville 187 31 coaching record guiding 31 3 season. Ross posthumous All American in football and basketball. Smith 2124 points 1990 94 WVIAC MVP first and second teams and All-Tournament honors.
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Richlands Pioneers Head To Blacksburg For Rematch
Richlands faces Lebanon in a regional softball rematch at Blacksburg after a 2-1 win over James River. The Lady Blues aim to clinch a state title bid facing either King William or Page County, led by standout pitchers Osborne and Hamm and a deep hitting lineup including Newberry, Short, Baldwin, and Crawford.
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