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“It Frustrated Me”: Carlos Alcaraz Reveals Japan Open Struggles After Narrow Opening-Round Win
Carlos Alcaraz Tokyo opener win was unlike him. As the defending champion, things were supposed to be smooth sailing for the world No. 3, but he needed all three sets to overcome US Open quarterfinalist Alex Michelsen, 7-6(1), 4-6, 6-1. Following the win, he came clean on the hard court struggles that disrupted his game […] The post “It Frustrated Me”: Carlos Alcaraz Reveals Japan Open Struggles After Narrow Opening-Round Win appeared first on EssentiallySports.
A’ja Wilson Reveals the Harsh Realization That Helped Her Move Past Fan Altercation to Dominate Fever in Game 3
A’ja Wilson produced another brilliant performance, helping the Las Vegas Aces knock the Indiana Fever out of the playoffs in back-to-back seasons. However, that showcase came after serious reflection following her Game 2 altercation with an Indiana Fever fan. Speaking at the post-game press conference following the Aces’ 94-83 victory over the Fever, Wilson revealed […] The post A’ja Wilson Reveals the Harsh Realization That Helped Her Move Past Fan Altercation to Dominate Fever in Game 3 appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Kyle Larson Reveals the Split-Second Decision That Could Have Wrecked His Kansas Race
Kyle Larson enjoyed a dominant victory at Kansas, but things could have taken a very different turn with one mistake on pit road. While leading the Hollywood Casino 400, Larson received a late call to pit and had to quickly bring his No. 5 Chevrolet down from the top lane toward the commitment line. Did […] The post Kyle Larson Reveals the Split-Second Decision That Could Have Wrecked His Kansas Race appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Victor Wembanyama said no to gambling money. In today’s NBA, that feels radical
As LeBron James and other NBA stars wholeheartedly embrace the murk of betting and prediction markets, the San Antonio Spurs’ 22-year-old cornerstone has drawn a refreshing lineIf the song from LeBron James’s agonizing Polymarket ad is as stuck in your head as mine thanks to the commercial playing during every YouTube video and HBO show (all I wanted to do was rewatch The Leftovers), let Victor Wembanyama be your antidote. At the Spurs’ practice on Thursday, San Antonio Express-News columnist Mike Finger asked Wembanyama if he would ever partner with a sports betting firm. It couldn’t have been easier for the 22-year-old to say yes. The NBA displays ads for both FanDuel and DraftKings, in addition to hawking betting odds on its broadcasts. Until the streaming service met its end a few months ago, plenty of NBA games streamed exclusively on FanDuel Sports Network. Then there are Wembanyama’s legendary peers: James is the new face of Polymarket; Kevin Durant reads FanDuel odds and invests in Kalshi; Giannis Antetokounmpo is a Kalshi shareholder.“Absolutely not,” Wembanyama said instead. “I will never do that. Honestly, I think it’s very sad to see some players promote it. Everybody does whatever they want, but without me.” Continue reading...
Robbie Savage steps up to take Peterborough job: ‘All I want is a chance’
Savage leaves Forest Green to take League One role‘Excitement is the word I can use,’ say MacAnthonyRobbie Savage has been confirmed as the new manager of League One strugglers Peterborough.Savage has left his role at National League side Forest Green Rovers and signed a long-term contract at Posh, who are currently second from bottom and sacked Luke Williams last month. His appointment marks his first Football League role since retiring as a player in 2011, and Savage said he is relishing the opportunity to prove any doubters wrong. Continue reading...
“You Should Retire”: Stephen Curry Reveals Warriors Locker Room Discussion While Detailing His Knee Condition
Stephen Curry was limited to just 43 games last season due to his knee injury. Then his walking gait clip from his China trip raised fresh concerns. It seems that concerns are not limited just to fans but have also reached the Golden State Warriors’ locker room. As the team practiced in Hawaii, the 4-time […] The post “You Should Retire”: Stephen Curry Reveals Warriors Locker Room Discussion While Detailing His Knee Condition appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Uzbekistan dominates chess Olympiad while England’s Sivanandan, 11, sets new world age record
Host nation won having led almost from start to finish, while young English player reached a stunning landmarkUzbekistan, the host nation, won the open gold medals at the 2026 Olympiad, the biennial chess international team tournament, at Samarkand last week in the style of the legendary Soviet grandmasters of long ago. India, the defending champions, were second, Germany a surprise third, and the top-seeded United States fourth.The hosts led almost from start to finish, with world No 5 Nodirbek Abdusattorov and the world title challenger Javokhir Sindarov their top-board powerhouses. The team recovered swiftly from a single defeat by Germany, and were particularly impressive in crushing Armenia by 3.5-0.5 in the penultimate round. The Uzbekistan government rewarded each of the five players with $200,000 (£178,000), a house and a Volkswagen, plus $50,000 for the coach Rustam Kasimdzhanov. Continue reading...
Why boxing is still a box-office smash hit even as the sport’s popularity wanes | Emma John
Fighters have always provided rich material for stories on stage and screen and the appeal to audiences has not waveredThree of my greatest joys in life are watching sport, going to the theatre and playing violin. So it felt almost embarrassing to discover a classic play that combined all three, yet I’d never heard of it before. To be fair, Golden Boy has not been performed in the UK in more than 40 years and its curious premise may be one of the reasons.Written in 1937, it’s about a gifted young violinist in Depression-era America who also has a talent for boxing and is lured away from music by the pursuit of fame and money in the ring. In the current London production he is played by Josh O’Connor, who Knives Out fans have seen with his fists up as a boxer turned priest in Wake Up Dead Man. O’Connor is no less convincing on stage than on film, attacking a heavy bag with the kind of power that does indeed make you worry for his precious hands. Nor is that ab definition entirely the work of a makeup artist. Continue reading...
2026 MLB Divisional Series Odds: What To Know About Each Matchup
Get prepared for the second round of the MLB postseason with FOX Sports' divisional series hub.
Watson and Browns hold off Steelers’ fightback on last-gasp 56-yard field goal
Szmyt hits career-long kick with 10 seconds remainingCleveland improve to 3-1 after surviving Pittsburgh rallyRodgers throws three TDs but two costly interceptionsDeshaun Watson passed for 268 yards and moved the Browns into position for Andre Szmyt’s career-long 56-yard field goal with 10 seconds remaining, giving Cleveland a 27-24 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night.Watson, who completed 24 of 33 passes with a touchdown and an interception, went 4 of 5 for 46 yards as he led a go-ahead drive in the fourth quarter for the third straight week. Continue reading...
2026 MLB NLDS Odds: Dodgers Open As Favorites Over Braves
The Dodgers begin their quest for a three-peat against the Braves on Saturday. Check out the NLDS series odds.
WNBA playoffs: A’ja Wilson pours in 36 as Aces oust bloodied Caitlin Clark and Fever
Four-time MVP adds 10 rebounds in 94-83 victoryClark finishes with 18 points in deciding Game 3Aces continue pursuit of fourth title in five yearsA’ja Wilson made sure her basketball spoke for itself Thursday night, as the four-time WNBA MVP scored 36 points to lead the defending champion Las Vegas Aces to a 94-83 victory over the Indiana Fever in the deciding Game 3 of the first round.The third-seeded Aces, who have won three of the past four titles, moved on to play the winner of the Golden State-Dallas series, which will be decided Friday night in San Francisco. Continue reading...
