NBA season tips off with anticipated doubleheader tonight on TSN
The 2022-23 NBA season tips off Tuesday night on TSN and features a pair of enticing matchups to begin the new year.
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'It is a serious situation' - Jimmy White on why referee should have said sorry at Northern Ireland Open
Jimmy White says he has no regrets about his part in the incident between himself and referee Ben Williams at the Northern Ireland Open. Williams mistakenly called the wrong ball, then corrected his error, before laughing — and White repeatedly questioned, “why are you laughing” in the fourth frame of his match against Luca Brecel. Ad White stuck a finger up towards the referee, which appeared to be his index finger, only to be given a warning by Williams for his conduct.
Black History Month: How George Weah's 'miracle' 1995 Ballon d'Or win put Black and African players on the map
There were few arguments as Karim Benzema was announced as winner of the 2022 Ballon d’Or in a lavish ceremony in Paris this month. With the criteria for victory based on performances during the 2021/22 season, the France striker’s glittering campaign scoring 44 goals in 46 games to help Real Madrid to the La Liga and Champions League titles, as well as a UEFA Nations League title with France, may not be bettered for some time.
NBA Power Rankings: Warriors start season on top with Bucks on their heels
The NBA season tips off tonight, so there is no better time to break out our NBA Power Rankings to start the season. Traditionally these will run on Wednesday throughout the season, but with a Tuesday night season tip-off (76ers vs. Celtics, Lakers vs. Warriors) this seemed a good day to start. The defending champion Warriors start the season on top, but in a deep NBA this season there could be a lot more changes in the first five than we traditionally see over the course of a year.
Agent gives update on Victor Osimhen's future amid Manchester United transfer links
Roberto Calenda, the agent of Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, has confirmed that the Nigerian has no plans to leave the Italian heavyweights amid links with a move to Manchester United.
Career coach's tips on how to feel instantly happier at work
Feeling fed up with work and yearning for something of a career refresh? Sometimes, that is all we need to reignite that lost spark or help us feel motivated and rewarded again.
He's a Nice Man: Mohammad Azharuddin On Roger Binny's Election As BCCI President
Former India cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin expressed his happiness over the selection of Roger Binny as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President on Tuesday. Azharuddin called Binny a nice man and reminisced about his playing days with Binny, saying he has fond memories of playing with him. He also informed the board's decision regarding India's contender for the top ICC post and noted that no discussion took place on it, with the BCCI looking to decide on it later. "He (Roger Binny) is a nice man. I have played a lot of cricket with him and we have fond memories. No discussions took place on the ICC chairman post today, the board will decide later," said the former Indian captain.
Middlesbrough closing in on deal to appoint Michael Carrick
There is work still to be done to secure an agreement with the 41-year-old former Manchester United assistant, but Boro are hopeful of doing just that within days.