Washington Mystics hire Jamila Wideman as general manager and Sydney Johnson as coach
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington Mystics hire Jamila Wideman as general manager and Sydney Johnson as coach.
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The TelegraphArne Slot’s super-subs show why Liverpool could win league title from the bench
If Liverpool are to win the Premier League title then it will be their power from the bench – and with their forward options – that will drive them there.
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Zheng out in Melbourne shock as Sabalenka, Osaka battle through
Last year's runner-up Zheng Qinwen was knocked out of the Australian Open on Wednesday in the biggest shock so far but defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and two-time winner Naomi Osaka battled into the third round.Four-time Grand Slam winner Alcaraz dropped just five games in an ominous display of strength to sprint into the third round.
- The Guardian
Amorim wants Manchester United to match ‘leader’ Maguire’s commitment
The head coach praised Maguire’s attitude during the FA Cup win at Arsenal, saying: ‘He was dead in the end – that’s what I want from every player’
- The Guardian
Jürgen Klopp urges Liverpool to hand Mohamed Salah new contract
The former manager hoped that the club’s talisman will extend his contract and said he will ‘have a parade’ if Manchester City’s titles go to Liverpool
- The Telegraph
Ange Postecoglou left rueing lack of VAR as Arsenal fuel title hopes
Ange Postecoglou has made clear his disdain for technology in football, but how the Tottenham Hotspur head coach will have wished VAR could have intervened as Arsenal completed a hard-fought and deserved Premier League double.
- The Telegraph
Thomas Partey and Jorginho pushed towards exit in Mikel Arteta’s midfield rebuild
It might not be the transfer news that Arsenal fans were hoping for, given the obvious need for attacking signings this month, but there is no doubt that the potential summer arrival of Martín Zubimendi would represent a significant coup for the club.
- People
Prince William Shocks Soccer Fans at a Local Pub — and Buys a Round!
The Prince of Wales arranged a meet-up with Villa fans and bought a round of beers
- Malay Mail
Malaysia’s mixed doubles pair Soon Huat-Shevon triumph in India opener as Tien Ci-Chiew Sien crash out
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 — Malaysia’s mixed doubles duo Goh Soon Huat and Shevon Jemie Lai kicked off their India Open campa...
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Sinner roars back in Melbourne as Swiatek sets up Raducanu clash
World number one and defending champion Jannik Sinner roared back to surge into the Australian Open third round on Thursday as Iga Swiatek set up a showdown with Emma Raducanu."Well for sure it's going to be a tough one," world number two Swiatek, a five-time Grand Slam winner but never a Melbourne champion, said as she sized up Raducanu.
- Deadline
‘Squid Game’ Season 2 Hits Another Netflix Viewership Milestone; ‘Carry-On’ Aims To Fly Up Most Popular Films List
In just under three weeks, Squid Game Season 2 has become the third most-watched season of television ever on Netflix. The seven-episode installment put up another 26.3M views from January 6 to 12, easily making it the most-watched title of the week. With 152.5M views since its December 26 premiere, it sits behind only Squid …
- The Telegraph
From romance to science: Jurgen Klopp’s new life as ‘Dr Football’
The question of whether Jurgen Klopp – football idealist, fist-pumper extraordinaire, king of good stadium vibes – can work for a global corporate behemoth like Red Bull has become such an issue in Germany that when he was introduced on Tuesday as the ubiquitous fizzy beverage’s new high priest of soccer, his employer did not wait around for someone else to ask it.
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Australian Open: Naomi Osaka reaches third round of Grand Slam for first time in 3 years
Is Naomi Osaka finally returning to form?
- The Telegraph
Emma Raducanu: My love of adrenalin helps me win big moments
Emma Raducanu revealed a thirst for adrenalin and said she thrives in the big moments after battling to a first-round win at the Australian Open.
- AFP News
Olympic push for kho kho, India's ancient tag sport
The ancient game of kho kho is enjoying a resurgence in India, with organisers of the first international tournament hoping their efforts will secure the sport's place in the Olympics.It made it into a global game," Kho Kho Federation of India president Sudhanshu Mittal told AFP. "Today we are in 55 countries...
- The Telegraph
Rory McIlroy urges protege Tom McKibbin to scrap LIV Golf move: ‘It would be disappointing’
Rory McIlroy has urged his protégé to ditch his impending move to LIV Golf, warning Tom McKibbin that the $5 million (£4 million) fee is not worth the sacrifice.
- The Telegraph
It is more fun to be a Spurs fan than an Arsenal supporter
The unshakeable Spursyness of Tottenham Hotspur under Ange Postecoglou has been well established, but in recent weeks their great rivals are beginning to look distinctly Arsenal-y. Just what that means is tougher to define than for their north London derby opponents.
- People
Justin Timberlake Takes Part in 'Bike Bus' Event for Kids: 'You're Bringing Joy to a Lot of People Out Here'
The singer then spoke about his Bike Bus experience during his concert the following day in Portland
- The Telegraph
Roy Keane praises Pep Guardiola’s response to ‘idiot’ autograph hunters
Roy Keane has applauded the scathing lecture Pep Guardiola gave to “idiot” autograph hunters who targeted him near his home.
- The Independent
Emotions, body language and a photo of ‘defeat’: How Gareth Southgate turned England’s Euro 2024 campaign around
Big interview: Rationalising the irrational is a Southgate speciality but the Euros final could be all raw emotion in contrast to the start of the tournament
- Yahoo Sports
Ja Morant throws down wild one-handed dunk on Victor Wembanyama … that didn’t quite count
The Memphis Grizzlies star came up with a ridiculous poster over Victor Wembanyama after the whistle blew.