Monthly Archives: June 2020

Dimitrov tests positive Adria Tour event canceled

Grigor Dimitrov on Sunday said he had tested positive for COVID-19, leading to the cancellation of the ongoing Adria Tour in Croatia, which features world No. 1 Novak Djokovic. The 29-year-old Bulgarian withdrew from the exhibition tournament after losing to Borna Coric on Saturday, complaining of feeling unwell. "I want to reach out and let…
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Djokovic more open to play US with safety plan

A week and a half ago, world No. 1 Novak Djokovic said he understood the economic reasons behind the USTA’s desire to stage the US Open, but wondered, “the question is, how many players are willing to accept those terms?” It now seems that Djokovic, who initially expressed reservations when he first heard about the proposed restrictions,…
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Pistons hire Thunder’s Troy Weaver small images

Oklahoma City Thunder executive Troy Weaver has been hired as the next general manager of the Detroit Pistons, the team stated. Weaver agreed to a four-year contract, sources tell ESPN. "I'm excited for the challenge of building this team into a consistent winner and assembling the pieces to compete at a very high level," Weaver said in…
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Eagles right guard Brandon Brooks says he tore left Achilles

Months away from the beginning of the 2020 season and the Eagles have already been dealt a devastating blow. Eagles right guard Brandon Brooks on Monday tore his left Achilles tendon while working out at the NovaCare Complex, according to sources. He will miss the entire 2020 season. I’m told Brooks knew the severity of…
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Crawford to fight in fall, Pacquiao possible

Terence Crawford is likely to return to the ring in September or October and a fight versus Manny Pacquiao is the preferred option, says his promoter Bob Arum. American Crawford, who is the WBO welterweight champion and unbeaten in 36 career bouts, ideally wishes to return when spectators are allowed back into venues once the coronavirus…
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Junior dos Santos agrees to fight Jairzinho Rozenstruik at UFC 252 on August 15

UFC is reportedly on course to settling another Heavyweight clash for the upcoming UFC 252 pay-per-view, as Junior dos Santos has agreed to face Heavyweight up and comer, Jairzinho Rozenstruik in August. According to an initial report from Combate, the fight has been agreed to, as dos Santos prepares for his return to the Octagon for a high-octane fight versus…
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