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Sha’Carri Richardson just won her first Olympic gold medal. On August 9, the sprinter steered the U.S. women’s track and field team to victory in the 4×100 relay at the Paris Summer Games with a time of 41.78 seconds. Following Melissa Jefferson, Twanisha Terry, and Gabby Thomas, Richardson anchored the team to gold, finishing the last stretch of the race with a 10.09-second leg. Despite the rain, Richardson surged past her competitors, beating Great Britain’s Daryll Neita by just 0.07 seconds. Great Britain came in second place, winning the silver, while Germany took home the bronze. The victory marks 24-year-old…
Jannik Sinner[a] (born 16 August 2001) is an Italian professional tennis player. He is ranked as the world No. 1 in singles by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), the first Italian player to reach the top ranking.[4] Sinner has won 16 singles titles on the ATP Tour, including two majors at the 2024 Australian Open and the 2024 US Open, as well as three Masters 1000 titles.[5][6][7] Sinner was runner-up at the 2023 ATP Finals and led Italy to the 2023 Davis Cup crown, its first since 1976.[8] He has a career-high ranking of world No. 124 in doubles,…
Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer have all sent heartfelt messages to Dominic Thiem ahead of the Austrian’s retirement. Thiem made the last Grand Slam appearance of his glittering career at the 2024 US Open and he will retire at his home tournament in Vienna later this month. The 2020 US Open champion announced in May that this would be the final season of his career, having struggled since suffering a serious wrist injury in 2021. There are some reasons behind it,” Thiem explained in an Instagram post in May. “Firstly, my wrist is not exactly the way it should…
Q&A with Tony Vitello, Part 2: Previewing Tennessee baseball’s new-look pitching staff and coaching staff Tony Vitello chats with GoVols247 about the state of Tennessee Baseball as it enters fall practice coming off of its first national championship. Fall practice is underway for Tennessee baseball coming off its first ever national championship this past June. The Vols hit the field within the last week to begin work on defending their title. It’s a new-look group of Volunteers after becoming the first SEC team to reach the 60-win mark in a single season and just the fourth conference team to win…
Before Donte DiVincenzo was making a major impact with the New York Knicks in the playoffs, he was once a Golden State Warrior. If it wasn’t… Warrior. If it wasn’t… 1 HOUR AGO•SI.COM Scores nine points vs. ClippersCurry finished Saturday’s 91-90 preseason win over the Clippers with nine points (2-8 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two assists, one rebound and one steal across 14 minutes. Impact None of the Warriors’ starters, including Curry, played more than 20 minutes in the preseason opener Saturday, but the two-time MVP managed to lead the starting five in scoring. Who will replace Klay Thompson…
Tennessee football fans were confused on Saturday night when Josh Heupel elected not to call a timeout following a 42-yard pass from Nico Iamaleava to Dont’e Thornton in the final minute of UT’s 19-14 loss at Arkansas. Heupel admitted on Monday that he should have called a timeout with 35 seconds remaining in the game when Thornton’s catch moved Tennessee down to the 25-yard line. “In hindsight, yep, for sure,” Heupel said when asked about his clock management. “As I recognized that we weren’t immediately ready, thought about going to timeout, then I thought we were ready to get the ball off in the next couple…
Max Verstappen’s dominance in the 2024 Formula 1 season continues to be a focal point in motorsport headlines. With Red Bull’s technical superiority, Verstappen has widened his lead in the championship, leaving rivals struggling to keep pace. His recent performances, marked by flawless driving and strategic brilliance, have solidified his place as the driver to beat. However, Mercedes is not backing down without a fight. The team, led by Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, has been working tirelessly on key upgrades to their car, hoping to close the performance gap with Red Bull. Mercedes engineers are confident that the upcoming…
As the 2024 FCS football season moves towards its climax, the battle for playoff spots is reaching fever pitch. South Dakota State and Montana State have emerged as the powerhouses of the season, consistently outperforming their rivals. South Dakota State, in particular, has showcased a dominant defense paired with a high-scoring offense, making them the top contenders for the national title. Meanwhile, Montana State’s versatility and depth have made them formidable, with their offensive line proving to be nearly unstoppable. Other teams such as Furman and North Dakota State are also vying for the coveted playoff spots, ensuring that the…
AC Milan’s recent defeat against Genoa has plunged the club into a deep crisis, igniting passionate debates among fans and pundits alike. Three crucial penalty misses in the game showcased the team’s lack of precision and composure under pressure. Milan’s once promising season is now at risk of spiraling into disarray as questions surrounding coaching decisions and team management intensify. Critics argue that Milan’s decline is due to tactical errors and inconsistent performances from key players. The mounting pressure on head coach Stefano Pioli raises concerns about his long-term future at the club. Some fans are already calling for a…
Nick Kyrgios made his feelings clear as he answered fan questions. As Nick Kyrgios continues his injury layoff, he has been keeping busy on social media. The former Wimbledon finalist answered fan questions on Instagram and used the opportunity to make a fresh dig at Jannik Sinnerover the Italian’s doping saga. He was also asked about teaming up with good friend Novak Djokovic and admitted the 24-time Grand Slam champion wasn’t his “priority”.