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A $1.1 million bet, and a lot of happy bookies in Vegas
This year likely to beat record $132.5 million wagered last year
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Does Brady need a 5th ring to be declared best ever?
Title Sunday would put him ahead of Bradshaw and Montana
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Sergio Garcia goes wire-to-wire to win in Dubai
Spaniard bests Henrik Stenson by three in the desert
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Edge in experience could be telling in Super Bowl
It’s a factor never to be scoffed at when the AFC and NFC champions meet for the league title. Sure, New England (16-2) has a bunch of young players –…
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Brocnos’ Terrell Davis runs into Pro Football Hall of Game
Broncos RB part of 7-man class
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All focus on women at ski world championships
Their speed-race duel lit up the 2009 ski world championships, yet neither Lindsey Vonn nor Lara Gut has won a gold medal since at the two-yearly event. So there is…
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Sergio Garcia on top after 3rd round of Dubai Classic
Birdie putt in the dark gives Spaniard 3-shot lead
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Beautiful game? Not for exploited soccer players in Africa
Empty promises, little to no pay await African pros
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Morris’ goal leads U.S. over Jamaica 1-0
United States’ Jordan Morris (8) is defended by Jamaica’s Andre Blake (1) during first half of a friendly soccer match Friday in Chattanooga, Tenn.Billy Weeks/Associated Press Morris scored in the…
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Brendan Steele, Byeong Hun An share Phoenix Open lead
Crowd favorite Mickelson six shots back
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Skiing aims to catch up fast with new TV graphics
Graphics will include dynamic speed checks throughout a skier’s run, they will show acceleration out of the toughest corners, and they will count air time, plus launch and landing speeds,…
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Breezy Johnson, the next U.S. ski star
United States skier Breezy Johnson might be the next big star in American skiing.Domenico Stinellis/Associated Press Breezy Johnson has certainly got it, and that’s why she’s considered one of the…
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No decision on NHL stars playing in 2018 Olympics
Canada forward John Tavares loses his footing against Norway defenseman Ole-Kristian Tollefsen in the third period of a men’s ice hockey game at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.…
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Baseball owners look at rule changes to speed up game
Owners and players ratified a new collective bargaining agreement in December, but they’re still negotiating innovations designed to improve the pace of play. Owners discussed the issue during two days…
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Blip, or was this the year fans started tuning out the NFL?
TV ratings declined 8 percent, with the presidential election partly, but not solely, to blame. Many of the league’s highest-profile contests were boring blowouts, including eight of the 10 playoff…
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LT, Taylor, Dawkins, Jones, Tagliabue among hall candidates
LaDainian Tomlinson says it. So does Jason Taylor, and Tony Boselli. Throw in the rest of the 18 finalists, too. Humble. On Saturday night, at the “NFL Honors” TV show…
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Column: NFL needs to stop blowing smoke when it comes to pot
Might want to grab a seat. This is gonna take a while. “I’ve got a plate and 10 screws in my right ankle. I’ve got two broken toes on my…
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Matt Kuchar makes fans roar at Phoenix Open
Matt Kuchar watches his tee shot at the 16th hole during the first round of the Waste Management Phoenix Open golf tournament Thursday in Scottsdale, Ariz.Ross D. Franklin/Associated Press Kuchar…
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Arena to experiment with U.S. soccer roster against Jamaica
Arena said defenders Walker Zimmerman and Jorge Villafana will play against the Reggae Boyz, with Zimmerman making his international debut five days after Villafana. Luis Robles, making his third appearance,…
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Freeman, Coleman provide Super Bowl Falcons with 1-2 punch
Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman feel like brothers. They’re going to enjoy it while they can, because this is not likely to be a long-term partnership.Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution “He doesn’t…
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How to sound like an NFL fan while watching the Super Bowl
This guide includes talking points for some of the biggest storylines and critical characters that everyone will be watching and discussing when the New England Patriots face the Atlanta Falcons…
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Belichick among the greats of coaching
Belichick follows a familiar script to coaching greatness
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That was awkward: Goodell dodges on Raiders, parries on Patriots
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell answers questions during a news conference during preparations for the NFL Super Bowl LI Wednesday in Houston.David J. Phillip/Associated Press Reporters spent time poking Roger Goodell…
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Cubs, Rockies trade pitchers
As part of Wednesday’s trade, the teams exchanged international bonus money slots for the signing period that starts July 2, with the Cubs getting No. 74 and the Rockies No.…
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Gasol scores 24; Grizzlies beat Nuggets, 119-99
Memphis led for most of the game and won its third in a row. Emmanuel Mudiay had 14 points, seven assists and six rebounds in his return to the Nuggets…
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The sustained success of New England’s Brady and Belichick
Coaches, QBs marvel at continuity of Patriots
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Colorado skier Mikaela Shiffrin strengthens World Cup lead at city event
Shiffrin speeds to win in Stockholm
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North America mulls soccer World Cup bid in President Donald Trump era
Tough decisions ahead of North American soccer
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LeBron James calls Charles Barkley “a hater”
After he was criticized by Charles Barkley for questioning Cleveland’s front office, James tore into the former NBA star and opinionated TV commentator on Monday night following a loss in…