Sportsbooks ride Super Bowl buzz amid record action
In Las Vegas bettors flood sports books as Super Bowl hype grows despite potential snow. LVH book chief Jay Kornegay says crowds rival never seen and role of the sportsbook has evolved from perk to essential revenue driver.
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Jermaine Kearse
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Michael Robinson
Terrance Knighton
Malcolm Smith
Manny Ramirez
Tim Smith
Larry Brown
Stallings Captures Farmers Insurance Open Title
Scott Stallings, in a crowded finish, drained a 4-iron shot on the 18th to seal a one stroke win at Torrey Pines. He finished 4-under 68 for his third PGA Tour victory, earning a Masters invite and possible Match Play berth. Gary Woodland faltered on 17 and 18 after a strong week, closing with 74.
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Torrey Pines
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Gary Woodland
Jordan Spieth
Pat Perez
Woodland
Wawrinka Wins Australian Open Upsets Djokovic and Nadal
Stan Wawrinka wakes as Melbourne champion after beating Rafael Nadal for his first Grand Slam title. He later upset Novak Djokovic in the quarterfinals and faced doubt about repeating the feat as he reflects on the achievement with his team and family.
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Rafael Nadal
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Roger Federer
Nadal
Novak Djokovic
Andy Murray
Switzerland
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Stanislas Wawrinka
Sochi 2014 Games Vision Shaped by Putin Mission
The article notes Russia spent about $51 billion on gleaming arenas and a web of highways for Sochi ahead of the 2014 Winter Games. It portrays a crafted image Putin wants international visitors to see and hints at the tightly controlled bid process.
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Team Rice Wins Low Scoring Pro Bowl Clash
In Honolulu the Pro Bowl produced the lowest scoring game in eight years as Jerry Rice led his team to a 22 21 victory over Deion Sanders. Drew Brees connected with Jimmy Graham for an 8 yard TD in the second quarter as Murray contributed for Rice.
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New Orleans
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Saints
Drew Brees
Jerry Rice
Deion Sanders
Cowboys
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Washington
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Mike Tolbert
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1901 First American League founded and Giants sign trailblazers
The 1901 mark notes the founding of the American League and Giants signing plans and first black players to join the club, reflecting early integration efforts in major baseball.
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