Author: Tim Runn

By Jack Tiernan: There is growing speculation on social media that Dillian Whyte is preparing to pull out of his fight with WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury due to his unhappiness at the 80/20 purse split. Whyte (28-2, 19 KOs) and his promoter Eddie Hearn hasn’t said a word since they lost last Friday’s purse bid to promoters Frank Warren, Bob Arum, and Top Rank. Initially, it was thought that Whyte’s silence was an indication that he was going to sulk and choose not to help out with the promotion of his title fight against the unbeaten Fury (31-0-1, 22…

Announcing his decision through a social media video that he was ending his 2021 season in August, Rafael Nadal highlighted that the chronic foot injury was the same one he had been dealing with since 2005—since he was 18 years and one Grand Slam old. Seventeen years later, Nadal is still suffering from the issue. And still winning Grand Slams. A record 21st ticked off in Melbourne recovering from it. Nadal and injuries go as long a way back as his GOAT-level success. Even before he won his first Grand Slam at the French Open in 2005, the floppy-haired teen…

Finnigan’s 8 is a weekly recap highlighting eight top performing Ottawa Senators prospects.Ridly Greig (Brandon/WHL)Season totals: 25GP / 19G / 19A / 55PIM / +17After Brandon were shutdown for 12 days due to a Covid-19 outbreak, Greig returned to action this week with three points in two games.He notched one assist in a 6-4 road win in Regina Friday before he had a goal and an assist the Sunday as the Wheat Kings won 3-0 in Saskatoon.Greig’s 1.52 points per game is tied for the third best in the WHL while his 2.20 penalty minutes a night places him second…

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 30: Head coach Doug Pederson of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts against the Washington Redskins during the second half at FedExField on December 30, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) There’s a chance that Doug Pederson could be back in the NFL for the 2022 season. Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Pederson interviewed with the New Orleans Saints for their head coach opening on Sunday. Former #Eagles coach Doug Pederson interviewed with the #Saints yesterday, source said. That’s one more. https://t.co/CmnqmGTJcf — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 31, 2022 Pederson coached the Philadelphia Eagles for…

The Dallas Mavericks’ front office should not be envied over the next 10 days, as it has a handful of tough decisions coming up at the NBA trade deadline that could shape the franchise’s immediate and long-term future.Jalen Brunson and Dorian Finney-Smith have had great seasons, and both are heading for a big payday in unrestricted free agency this summer. Despite how well the Mavs played in January, though, we’ve seen in recent losses how this current roster might come up short in the postseason – something that has happened over the last two years.As much as Dallas loves Brunson…

“We have been thrilled to see the continued growth of Front Row Motorsports and our customers have enjoyed the success of the team as well,” said Ryan Rathje, Chief Product Officer at CURO. “This season, we are proud to welcome Todd Gilliland to the NASCAR Cup Series with our First Phase credit card. We are ready to roll out our First Phase credit card nationally, and there is no better fit than Todd’s first season. We are also proud to continue supporting the 2021 Daytona 500 Champion, Michael McDowell. Last year was an incredible moment to see Speedy Cash cross…

The MLB Daily Dish is a daily feature we’re running here at MLBDD that rounds up roster-impacting news, rumors, and analysis. Have feedback or have something that should be shared? Hit us up at @mlbdailydish on Twitter or @MLBDailyDish on Instagram. C.J. Abrams is healthy enough to return to baseball activities, whenever that may be reports Jeff Sanders of the San Diego Union-Tribune. The Padres top prospect has been dealing with shoulder issues after fracturing his tibia and tearing his MCL in a collision at second base in 2021. Before his season was ended only 42 games in, the 20-year…

The Wales international and Real Madrid star will support The R&A’s golf participation drive in his role as a global ambassador; Gareth Bale joins Niall Horan and Modest! Golf in trying to inspire more people to take up the sport Last Updated: 31/01/22 1:04pm Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Real Madrid and Wales forward Gareth Bale tells the US golf podcast The Erik Anders Lang Show he plays golf to help him take his mind off of football Real Madrid and Wales forward Gareth Bale tells the US golf podcast The Erik Anders Lang Show…

Leeds updateIt looks like being a quiet transfer deadline day at Leeds, reports Mirror Football’s David Anderson.There is interest from Holland and Germany in Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville, but Leeds will only consider letting him go out on loan if they can sign a replacement.Leeds have been linked with Liverpool’s Takumi Minamino and Chelsea’s Kenedy, but neither player will be arriving at Elland Road.Leeds failed to prise US international Brenden Aaronson away from Red Bull Salzburg with an improved £20million offer and may return for the attacking midfielder in the summer.The Whites’ only signing in January has been Spanish youngster…

Justin Langer’s position as national coach is delicately poised, with Cricket Australia telling him he may have to reapply for his job during a heated meeting on Friday morning.Foxsports.com.au can exclusively reveal Langer met with CA chief executive Nick Hockley and head of performance Ben Oliver in Melbourne to discuss his future in the role.Among a variety of sensitive discussion points — which included Pat Cummins’ influence on the final decision — Langer reacted angrily when the possibility of him re-applying for the job was raised.Watch the CommBank Women’s Ashes Series on Kayo. Every Test, T20 & ODI Live &…