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Record WNBA viewership proves the league’s drama is driving fans to screens, not away from them | Matt Calkins
The article argues that controversy surrounding the WNBA has increased public interest rather than damaged the league. It points to record television audiences and attendance as evidence that disputes involving Caitlin Clark, player conduct, league leadership and political issues are attracting viewers. The WNBA averaged 1.37 million viewers across ESPN networks, up 17% on the…
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Norris says Colapinto should be banned after accident
Lando Norris has called for Franco Colapinto to receive a one-race ban after the Alpine driver locked up at Turn One during a restart at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Colapinto’s car hit team-mate Pierre Gasly, who then collided with Norris, causing all three drivers to retire and highlighting the consequences for competitors not responsible for…
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‘Certainly’ – ex-Premier League manager shares Sheffield Wednesday wish as rebuild continues – thestar.co.uk
Former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness has backed Sheffield Wednesday’s new ownership to rebuild the club after David Storch completed his takeover. He said the consortium appears to understand the club and has the resources to make progress, while warning that its actions will ultimately matter more than its public statements. Wednesday’s previous owner, Dejphon…
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Warwickshire beat Leicestershire to seal ninth Championship title
Warwickshire secured their ninth County Championship title by beating Leicestershire by an innings and 79 runs at Edgbaston. The victory, completed in three days, confirmed their first championship since 2021 after an impressive late-season run of five wins in six matches. Leicestershire were dismissed for 125 and 168, while Warwickshire made 372, led by Sam…
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Bet365 Bonus Code: Get $200 in Bonus Bets When Betting $10 on Texas vs Tennessee, Any Other Game
Bet365 is offering new users a promotional bonus of $200 in bonus bets for wagering just $10 on college football games scheduled for Saturday. The promotion coincides with a full day of fixtures, culminating in the featured matchup between top-ranked Texas and 14th-ranked Tennessee at noon Eastern Time, a game between two historically significant programmes.…
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Kate Upton retires, high school football game rocked by what some say is a cheap shot & iOSU’s new kicker?
The article is a light-hearted sports and culture roundup featuring a disputed late hit during a high-school American football game in Ohio, where Elyria Catholic appeared to be taking a knee. It also questions whether Indiana are genuine college-football contenders after a face-mask penalty influenced their win, while noting their strong receivers and running-back depth.…
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Manchester City guilty on nearly 100 charges; Sheffield faces Ndiaye injury crisis
Manchester City found guilty on nearly 100 charges in historic verdict. Sheffield United anxiously await news on leading scorer Iliman Ndiaye’s injury status.
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stripping unlikely as Manchester City sanctions hearing approaches
Manchester City has been found guilty of most of 115 Premier League financial-rule charges relating to 2009-2018, when they won three league titles and eight major trophies. Although rival supporters have called for those titles to be stripped, there is reportedly little appetite among the Premier League and its clubs for retrospective action. An independent…
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Russell wins despite late Verstappen challenge
George Russell won a tense Azerbaijan Grand Prix after resisting a late challenge from Max Verstappen, securing his first victory since Austria in June. The Mercedes driver had controlled the early stages, but two safety-car periods brought Verstappen within striking distance and created an 11-lap battle to the finish. Verstappen had fought back from eighth…
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FEARLESS V, Featuring Former PRIMAL FEAR Members, Announces Debut Album, Shares ‘Fearless V’ Single
FEARLESS V, formed by four former PRIMAL FEAR members and vocalist Gianbattista “Jan” Manenti of THE UNITY, has announced its debut album, *Circus Life*. The album is due on 26 February 2027 through Lucky Bob Records, while the band has released its first single, “Fearless V”, marking a new chapter for the musicians after their…