Davis Cup format needed a revamp, says Murray
The 119-year-old Davis Cup was in need of a revamp as the old format did not allow the top players to compete over the course of a year, Britain’s Jamie Murray has said.
Canada finally beat US to reach Davis Cup last eight
Canada became the first nation to reach the quarter-finals of the revamped Davis Cup on Tuesday after beating the United States for the first time at the 16th attempt.
Nadal sparks Spanish comeback, Canada into last eight
Shortly before midnight on Tuesday in Madrid’s La Caja Magica, Rafa Nadal punched the air as chants of “Rafa, Rafa” echoed around the arena and the Davis Cup Finals burst into life.
Blazers’ Anthony to start; Lillard (back) sidelined
Forward Carmelo Anthony officially joined the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, while star guard Damian Lillard sat out with back spasms.
MLB’s Manfred addresses ‘thorough’ investigation of Astros
As Major League Baseball continues to investigate the scandal involving the Houston Astros, commissioner Rob Manfred feels confident that they’re the only team involved and the 2019 American League champions could face harsh penalties once the extent o…
Golf: Injured Ko gears up for crack at record women’s $1.5 million first prize
Women’s world number one Ko Jin-young is still worried about her injured ankle as she prepares for this week’s CME Group Tour Championship, where a record first prize will serve as extra motivation.
Pirates P Vazquez facing 21 new charges
Pennsylvania prosecutors filed 21 new charges against Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Felipe Vazquez after investigators said they found evidence of child pornography on his phone and laptop.
Kyrgios confident Australia can win Davis Cup
Nick Kyrgios returned from a two-month break to launch Australia’s Davis Cup challenge on Tuesday and believes they can win the trophy for the first time since 2003.
Tennis: Silence reigns for Les Bleus as they beat Japan
The last time France played a Davis Cup tie around 60,000 fans flocked to Lille’s Stade Pierre Mauroy soccer stadium over three days to watch them lose the 2018 final to Croatia.
Dolphins release RB Walton after another arrest
Running back Mark Walton was released by the Miami Dolphins on Tuesday after his most recent arrest.
