Belgian Mertens reaches Australian Open semifinal in debut
Elise Mertens, entering Melbourne Park fresh off Hobart defense, defeated Elina Svitolina 6-4 6-0 to reach the Australian Open semifinals. The Belgian, No. 37, extends her 10-match winning streak and becomes the first Belgian woman in Australia semifinal since Kim Clijsters in 2012. She will face Caroline Wozniacki or Carla Suarez Navarro. Nadal, Cilic, and Dimitrov also advanced in other quarterfinals.
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Surprise Australian Open quarterfinals as Chung and Sandgren advance
In Melbourne, Hyeon Chung ousted Novak Djokovic in a tight four set win to become the first South Korean to reach the Open quarterfinals, while Tennys Sandgren defeated Dominic Thiem in a marathon match to reach the last eight. Djokovic battled elbow pain and a late medical timeout, thanking Chung for an inspired performance.
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Danica Patrick to race Daytona 500 final NASCAR race
Danica Patrick will drive the No 7 GoDaddy Chevrolet for Premium Motorsports in the Daytona 500, her final NASCAR start. The deal includes her Indy 500 plan, GoDaddy sponsorship, Tony Bury Jr. returning as crew chief, and Premium using a charter for a guaranteed Daytona entry.
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Eagles ride backup surge to NFC title and Super Bowl
The Philadelphia Eagles, missing multiple stars, relied on backups led by Nick Foles who threw for 352 yards and three TDs in a 38 7 win over the Minnesota Vikings to clinch the NFC title and a Super Bowl berth against the New England Patriots. Coach Doug Pederson praised the team's resiliency and unity amid injuries.
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Former MSU coach Don Treadwell returns as assistant
Don Treadwell, former Michigan State offensive coordinator from 2007 to 2010, returns to the Spartans as defensive backs and special teams coach and offensive consultant. He will also serve as freshman head coach, a new role to aid first year players. He previously led Miami of Ohio and most recently coached at Kent State.
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Browns Hire Haley Sets Change Amid Jackson Era
The Browns transition to coach Todd Haley after 2017 rankings show low scoring and yardage under Hue Jackson. Haley, known for a forceful style, brings coordinator experience from the Cardinals and Chiefs, with Kurt Warner backing him for the job. Jackson’s offense faced play-calling concerns as the team eyes a top draft quarterback.
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