World Series of Poker opens in Las Vegas showcase
Las Vegas hosts the World Series of Poker with a $10,000 buy in main event drawing thousands of players from around the world. Pros like Hellmuth Brunson and celebrities will compete as organizers expect up to 12,000 entrants, far surpassing last year’s 8,773. Unknowns may surprise, with odds favoring non pros according to gambling writer Avery Cardoza.
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Federer Reign Delayed As Wimbledon Rain Halts Play
Wet conditions at Wimbledon forced a halt to Federer vs Ferrero after 37 minutes and extended delays. Nadal Djokovic Berdych Baghdatis won their matches, Williams and Ivanovic advanced, while weather forecasts predict more showers and a shaky finish timetable for the singles events.
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Williams and Ivanovic Reach Wimbledon Semifinals
Venus Williams faces Ana Ivanovic in the Wimbledon semifinals while Justine Henin takes on Marion Bartoli. Ivanovic saved three match points to beat Nicole Vaidisova, and Williams endured four match points before defeating Kuznetsova on Centre Court. Williams, seeded 23rd, pursues her first Grand Slam since earlier wrist injuries as the Venus Rosewater Dish looms.
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Sonics Hire Carlesimo After Long Coaching Search
The Seattle SuperSonics hired PJ Carlesimo as head coach eight years after his last head coaching post, taking charge of a rebuilding team led by GM Sam Presti. The move follows roster reshaping that saw Ray Allen traded to Boston and Rashard Lewis leaving for Orlando, signaling a title pursuit era underway.
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Cavaliers face Varejao decision on offer sheet
Cavaliers must decide whether to match a five year 41 million offer sheet for Brazilian forward Anderson Varejao from Memphis. If matched, Cleveland could trade next year. if not, they lose a young asset with limited viable sign and trade options. Rumors suggest Memphis may not offer big money, aiding Cavs.
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