Ryder Cup clash as Gray and Pavin trade barbs in studio stand-off
Golf Channel reporter Jim Gray confronted U S captain Corey Pavin after a news conference in Sheboygan accusing him of lying about Tiger Woods being picked for the Ryder Cup. Pavin denied the quotes and said he would announce his four picks on September 7 in New York.
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Jets try public spectacle to end Revis holdout
Rex Ryan proposes meeting with Revis, agents, Johnson, Tannenbaum, and players as the Jets push for a landmark deal. The coach defends Johnson amid dispute over invitation comments, while Jets pledge to pay Revis top cornerback money with three years left on his contract. This high profile maneuver mirrors past skirmishes with Kendall and Baker, underscoring urgency to finalize negotiations.
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Sydney Olympians win bronze in Sydney era memories
The U S women’s gymnastics team received bronze medals ten years after finishing fourth at the Sydney Olympics, replacing China’s, with Amy Chow Jamie Dantzscher Dominique Dawes Kristin Maloney Elise Ray and Tasha Schwikert as new bronze medalists. Elise Ray recalls mixed emotions as the ceremony brings fresh reflection on a difficult 2000 campaign.
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Zvonareva Edges Kirilenko After Rain Delays In Cincinnati
Vera Zvonareva, seeded sixth, overcame Maria Kirilenko 7-5 2-6 7-6(3) after two rain delays totaling 3 hours 28 minutes in the Cincinnati Women’s Open second round. The match featured lengthy pauses before a narrow tiebreak victory.
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Spain Tops FIFA Rankings As United States Drops
Spain remains No 1 in the FIFA rankings after a period with no matches played by its team. The Netherlands sit second, followed by Brazil and Germany, while the United States falls to No 18 after its Gold Cup wins in July 2009 lost value. In Tampa Florida former Bucs linebacker Derrick Brooks confirms retirement from the NFL after 11 Pro Bowls and no play since 2008.
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Knicks not to hire Isiah Thomas as consultant
Isiah Thomas will not return to the New York Knicks after declining a consultant role. He cited potential legal issues, stating that his new agreement would violate certain NBA bylaws after discussions with Commissioner David Stern and Knicks executives. The move ends a surprising reunion with the franchise he led for 42 years of turbulent tenure.
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Nebraska OL out for season with broken leg
Nebraska senior offensive lineman Mike Smith is out for the season with a broken leg. He started 14 games at left tackle last season and was slated to back up at guard and center this year.
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Mets closer Rodríguez in custody after altercation at Citi Field
Mets reliever Francis co Rodriguez was detained after police described a physical assault on a family member at Citi Field following a 6-2 defeat to the Colorado Rockies. Authorities plan to charge him with third degree assault. The exact relationship of the involved party was not disclosed.
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Royals-Yankees game listed for Friday in Kansas City
A two day sports calendar notes the Yankees visiting Kansas City for a 7 10 p m game in Kansas City Missouri on Friday with the Royals as the host team.
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All-Ego Time Named by LA Times Columnist Erskine
Los Angeles Times columnist Chris Erskine labels his era as All-Ego, reflecting on personal branding and public persona with wit and candid self observation in his weekly medium.
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