Pliskova, Kerber upset in Montreal
The punishing serve that propelled Karolina Pliskova to the top of the tennis world last year proved ineffective against Kiki Bertens at the Rogers Cup in Montreal on Wednesday as the Dutchwoman cruised to a 6-2 6-2 victory.
Golf world salutes Australian Lyle after loses cancer battle
Golfers from around the world paid tribute to Jarrod Lyle on Thursday after the Australian’s family announced his death at the age of 36 following a long battle with cancer.
College football notebook: Saban downplays Hurts’ comments
Alabama coach Nick Saban told reporters Wednesday that Jalen Hurts’ comments about being frustrated with coaches’ handling of his status won’t affect the Crimson Tide or their quarterback competition.
Williams, Carson come up big as Sparks edge Liberty, 82-81
Riquna Williams and Essence Carson made clutch 3-pointers in a span of 43 seconds late in the fourth quarter as the Los Angeles Sparks held on for an 82-81 victory over the host New York Liberty on Wednesday night at the Westchester County Center.
Wild D Suter expects to be ready for training camp
Minnesota Wild defenseman Ryan Suter expects to be a full participant at training camp after undergoing season-ending surgery in April to repair a fracture in his right ankle.
Report: Panthers RT Williams likely headed to IR, eyes midseason return
Carolina Panthers right tackle Daryl Williams will not have surgery to repair a dislocated right kneecap and torn medial collateral ligament, but he is expected to land on injured reserve, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
MLB notebook: Nats place RHP Herrera on DL
The Washington Nationals placed right-hander Kelvin Herrera on the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday due to a rotator cuff impingement in his pitching shoulder.
Broncos WR Thomas refreshed after once mulling retirement
Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas revealed he recently expected to retire after the 2018 or 2019 season as a result of a chronic hip issue, according to an NFL.com feature published Wednesday.
Golf: Long hitters poised to plunder soggy Bellerive at PGA Championship
Long hitters should enjoy a decided advantage at the PGA Championship at Bellerive, where plasticine-like greens and wide fairways will allow for attacking golf and a blitz of birdies.
Tennis: Pliskova, Kerber upset in Montreal
The punishing serve that propelled Karolina Pliskova to the top of the tennis world last year proved ineffective against Kiki Bertens at the Rogers Cup in Montreal on Wednesday as the Dutchwoman cruised to a 6-2 6-2 victory.
