Rugby-England run in seven tries to down United States 45-7
England’s squad players got the job done with a solid 45-7 bonus point victory over the United States at the Rugby World Cup on Thursday against a determined Eagles side.
American Quill sent off against England at World Cup
United States flanker John Quill became the first player to be sent off at the 2019 Rugby World Cup when he was shown a red card in the 70th minute of the Pool C match against England on Thursday.
Seven-try Italy overwhelm Canada 48-7 in Fukuoka
Italy’s forwards bludgeoned Canada into submission and restored some order to the Rugby World Cup by scoring seven tries in a 48-7 victory in energy sapping humidity at Fukuoka Hakatanomori Stadium on Thursday, catapulting them to the top of Pool B.
Canada coach rues lost opportunities against Italy
A dropped ball by replacement flanker Matt Heaton with the line gaping did not cost Canada victory against Italy in their Rugby World Cup Pool B match on Thursday but it could have changed the game’s momentum, coach Kingsley Jones said.
Olympic champion Silva disqualified from PanAm Games for doping
Olympic judo champion Rafaela Silva was among seven athletes who have been disqualified for doping from the Pan American Games, which were held in July and August, organizing body Panam Sports said.
Kyrgios handed suspended ban, additional fine for Cincinnati outburst
Australia’s Nick Kyrgios was handed a suspended ban of 16 weeks and an additional fine of $25,000 on Thursday for “aggravated behaviour” following an investigation by the ATP.
Wilson, Seahawks get first look at Cards’ Murray
The Arizona Cardinals saw a lot of Russell Wilson while studying video of Kyler Murray before making him the first pick of the April draft. Now, let the on-field comparisons begin.
Can Gurley get going when Rams host Bucs?
Since Sean McVay took the Los Angeles Rams’ coaching job before the 2017 season, the offense has been based around the rushing and receiving of running back Todd Gurley.
MLB roundup: Twins win, clinch AL Central
Luis Arraez and Eddie Rosario hit two-run homers, and the Minnesota Twins clinched their first American League Central title in nine years shortly after earning a 5-1 victory over the host Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.
Kyrgios to skip rest of Asian swing due to shoulder injury
Australia’s Nick Kyrgios will miss the remainder of the Asian swing after aggravating a shoulder injury at the Zhuhai Championships, the 24-year-old said on Thursday.
