Nadal through to round two after Ferrer retires
Defending champion Rafa Nadal progressed to the second round of the U.S. Open on Monday after fellow Spaniard David Ferrer retired midway through the second set due to a calf injury.
Browns’ Jackson rebukes DC Williams for comments
Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson had sharp words for defensive coordinator Gregg Williams on Monday, a day after Williams said that cornerback Denzel Ward’s back injury was caused by “stupid” tackling.
Williams gets warm welcome and win in U.S. Open return
Serena Williams took the first cautious step towards a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title with a 6-4 6-0 first-round win over Magda Linette on Monday as an excited U.S. Open crowd welcomed the new tennis mother back to the ‘Big Apple’.
Celtics’ Irving, Hayward ready for camp
Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving and forward Gordon Hayward are both healthy enough to be full participants when training camp opens next month, according to general manager Danny Ainge.
NFL notebook: Beckham signs megadeal with Giants
The New York Giants signed Odell Beckham Jr. to a five-year extension, the team announced Monday, reportedly making him the highest-paid wideout in NFL history.
Giants’ Posey undergoes hip surgery
San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey underwent season-ending right hip surgery Monday, as scheduled.
Titans’ Walker confident he’ll play in opener
Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker told reporters Monday he remains “very confident” he’ll be ready for the Sept. 9 season opener despite likely sitting out the whole preseason.
U.S. Open marks 50th year with dazzling ceremony
The U.S. Open marked its 50th year on Monday with a ceremony honoring the tournament’s past heroes and capped by a futuristic performance by pop star Kelly Clarkson.
McDermott yet to make Bills quarterback decision
One day after the team’s third preseason game, Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott told reporters Monday he has yet to make a decision on who will be the team’s starting quarterback.
College football notebook: OSU’s Day names Haskins starter
Ryan Day said Monday he was “caught off-guard” when Ohio State football coach Urban Meyer was placed on administrative leave and he was named interim coach. But in the four weeks that have ensued, Day said he has settled into the role and watched the B…
