Canadian speed skater Laurent Dubreuil won the first men’s 500-metre sprint race Thursday at the speed skating world championships, and then added a third-place finish in the 1000-metre race to sit first overall going into Day 2 of the event… Read More ›
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‘Slap Shot’ organist finds new career with expansion Kraken
Coincidentally, Rod Masters’ debut with the Kraken came against Vancouver, whose coach, Bruce Boudreau, also appeared as an uncredited extra in the movie. * This article was originally published here
Leylah Fernandez advances to quarter-finals at Monterrey Open with 3-set victory
Canada’s Leylah Fernandez punched her ticket to the quarter-finals of the Monterrey Open by defeating China’s Zheng Qinwen 6-1, 4-6, 7-6 (3) in a thriller under the lights on Wednesday night in Mexico. * This article was originally published here
Fanatics hits $27 billion valuation, adds BlackRock, Michael Dell as investors
Fanatics raises $1.5 billion in a funding round with Michael Dell and BlackRock that values the sports merchandise company at $27 billion. * This article was originally published here
Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich says he will sell Chelsea soccer club amid Ukraine war
Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich said he will sell the Chelsea soccer club, a move that comes in response to outrage over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. * This article was originally published here
Royce Hamm Jr. drops 17 points to help UNLV edge past Wyoming, 64-57
The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels picked up a big victory against the Wyoming Cowboys, with help from Royce Hamm Jr. scoring 17 points. Justin Webster provided great scoring off the bench by dropping 11 points. * This article was originally published… Read More ›
Bibian Mentel-Spee: The life and legacy of a Paralympic legend
Bibian Mentel-Spee died aged 48 in March 2021. Her achievements mean she will be remembered for many years to come. * This article was originally published here