Plans for training first step in Premier League’s ‘Project Restart’
Premier League clubs will discuss plans for resuming the season in a conference call on Friday but the practicalities of how to even begin training will be the first obstacle they have to overcome with “Project Restart”.
WADA hands over findings on Russian drug cheats
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) said on Thursday its investigation into 298 Russian athletes targeted in a doping probe has been completed and the findings passed onto international federations for further action.
Bengals release QB Dalton, clearing way for Burrow era
The Cincinnati Bengals released long-time starting quarterback Andy Dalton on Thursday, clearing the way for first overall draft pick Joe Burrow to take over the reins at the struggling NFL team.
Gurley not expected to file grievance vs. Rams
Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley is not expected to file a grievance against the Los Angeles Rams over an unpaid roster bonus, ESPN reported on Thursday.
Ultrarunner Evans scales Three Peaks challenge… on a treadmill
Ultrarunner Tom Evans has conquered the Three Peaks challenge in a world-first attempt at the famous mountain trails on a treadmill, clocking four hours, 32 minutes in a “savage” run on Thursday.
Soccer: Bundesliga to wait until May 6 for restart update
Germany’s Bundesliga will need to wait another week to find out about a possible restart after the government on Thursday delayed any decision over a league resumption amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Player agents, executives call for NBA to cancel season: report
National Basketball Association executives and player agents are calling on the league to cancel the remainder of the 2019-20 season due to health concerns over the novel coronavirus outbreak, CNBC reported on Thursday.
Soccer: PSG crowned Ligue 1 champions as season ended amid coronavirus crisis
Paris St Germain have been awarded their seventh Ligue 1 title in eight years after the season was ended amid the COVID-19 crisis, the French League (LFP) said on Thursday.
Texans will not pick up option on CB Conley
The Houston Texans are not expected to pick up the fifth-year option on cornerback Gareon Conley, multiple media outlets reported.
Rays, Marlins to furlough some staff
The Tampa Bay Rays and Miami Marlins are furloughing some employees as the Major League Baseball season remains on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic.
