NFL players criticize Drew Brees for comments against anthem protests
During an interview with Yahoo Finance on Wednesday, Saints quarterback Drew Brees said he’s against protesting during the national anthem. Current and former NFL players shared why they disagreed with his take. … Click to Continue »
Investigation finds doping cover-ups in weightlifting
An investigation into the International Weightlifting Federation has found doping cover-ups and millions of dollars in missing money, lead investigator Richard McLaren said Thursday. McLaren said 40 positive doping tests … Click to Continue »
NFL coaches allowed to return to team facilities on Friday
Coaches will be allowed to return to NFL team facilities beginning Friday as the league continues preparation for training camps and its season. Commissioner Roger Goodell told the 32 clubs … Click to Continue »
As sports resume, English rugby stuck in scenario-planning
While elite sports gradually return in England amid the coronavirus pandemic, rugby remains stuck in scenario-planning. Will England play autumn tests against the southern hemisphere giants, or their brothers from … Click to Continue »
Saints’ Drew Brees pens apology for comments about flag, national anthem
By early morning on Thursday, a video of Saints quarterback Drew Brees talking about his thoughts on protesting during the playing of the national anthem had been viewed more than … Click to Continue »
Georgia Tech athletics to take day off on Election Day
In the wake of nationwide protests over police brutality, Georgia Tech wants to make sure its athletes take time to vote in November. The school said Thursday that nine teams, … Click to Continue »
IOC seeks insurance compensation for delayed Tokyo Olympics
The International Olympic Committee is in talks with insurers over being compensated for the postponed Tokyo Games. An “open discussion” is under way with insurance brokers, the IOC’s Olympic Games … Click to Continue »
Former Chinese soccer player Hao allies with party critic
Retired Chinese soccer player Hao Haidong has angered the country’s leadership by allying himself with an eccentric billionaire who has called for the downfall of the Communist government. Hao appeared … Click to Continue »
Tottenham borrows $220M; EPL clubs agree to 5 substitutes
Premier League club Tottenham is borrowing $220 million using the Bank of England’s emergency pandemic loan scheme to cope with the absence of spectators and the cancellation of two NFL … Click to Continue »
IndyCar ready to race after pandemic delayed start of season
The stars of IndyCar were in Florida preparing to start their season when the coronavirus pandemic slammed the brakes on those plans 48 hours before the green flag. Almost three … Click to Continue »
The Latest: Valencia player says match may have spread virus
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: ___ Valencia striker Rodrigo says the return match against Atalanta in the Champions League “perhaps shouldn’t … Click to Continue »
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