Fraser-Pryce wins third 100m world gold at Beijing
Jamaican sprinter Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce dominates the 100 meters with a time of 10.76 seconds to secure her third world championships gold in the event. Usain Bolt’s star power contrasts with Fraser-Pryce as she joins Griffith-Joyner’s long-standing record and reflects on the pace and spotlight of the final.
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IndyCar Driver Justin Wilson Dies at 37
British driver Justin Wilson died in hospital from a head injury after debris struck him at Pocono Raceway during a Sunday race. He lived near Denver Colorado and his brother Stefan Wilson, also an IndyCar racer, confirmed the loss and said Wilson’s organs would be donated.
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NFL exhibition grind tests players and teams
NFL teams endure training camp in heat then four preseason games, with Hall of Fame spot adds a fifth. Key stars like Packers receiver Jordy Nelson risk season impact as coaches weigh reducing exposure in these meaningless games to protect top players. Aaron Rodgers and others acknowledge the risk and challenge.
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Suggs hit on Bradford ruled legal by NFL officials
The NFL says Terrell Suggs' low hit on Sam Bradford was legal and not a penalty after Philadelphia's 40 to 17 win over Baltimore. Chip Kelly and Dean Blandino noted Bradford as a runner on zone read until he re-established as a passer.
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Packers lose Nelson to season ending knee injury
Green Bay announced star wideout Jordy Nelson will miss the season with a significant right knee injury suffered in a preseason game against Pittsburgh. Nelson, 2014 leader in receptions and yards, formed a top duo with Randall Cobb while guiding the NFC contender offense.
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Ohio State unanimously named No. 1 in AP preseason poll
Ohio State is the first unanimous preseason No. 1 in AP poll history with 61 first place votes. TCU sits No. 2 followed by Alabama Baylor and Michigan State. the rest of the top 10 includes Oregon Southern California Georgia and Florida State.
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