NBA notebook: Westbrook thanks OKC, Thunder eye Paul trade
Russell Westbrook’s time with the Oklahoma City Thunder is over, but he is leaving the franchise and the state with no bitterness.
Vegas cashes in with 62 at John Deere Classic
It was another day, another 62 on the PGA Tour as Jhonattan Vegas became the latest player to post the score en route to a one-stroke lead after the second round of the John Deere Classic on Friday.
Frustration for Nadal as Wimbledon mission falls short
Rewarding as it was for Rafael Nadal to become the only player to win the same Grand Slam 12 times by chalking up his dozen at last month’s French Open, the Spaniard arrived at Wimbledon this year like a man on a mission.
Ageless Federer enjoys turning the tables on great foe Nadal
There was no rain break, no twilight five-set drama and no Wimbledon trophy on offer on Friday but none of that bothered ageless Swiss maestro Roger Federer.
Dredge hole-in-one worth considerably more than other aces
There were two more hole-in-ones at the Scottish Open on Friday, making it four in two rounds, but one was worth considerably more than the others.
Best quotes and fact of the day from Wimbledon
A selection of some of the best quotes and facts from the 11th day at Wimbledon:
Vintage Federer holds off Nadal to reach Wimbledon final
Even for the two players vying for the title of GOAT (Greatest of All Time) it was perhaps greedy to expect them to produce a blockbuster to compare with their previous duel at Wimbledon.
Report: Compromise possible in push for 18-game schedule
While the concept of a future 18-game NFL season is nothing new, with players objecting to the wear and tear of an added two games, the Wall Street Journal reported a potential compromise Friday.
Ex-pitcher Gooden facing cocaine possession charge
Former major league pitcher Dwight Gooden was arrested in New Jersey in early June for cocaine possession, according to multiple reports Friday.
Reports: C Chandler, Rockets agree to one-year deal
Free agent center Tyson Chandler, who spent most of last season with the Los Angeles Lakers, agreed to a one-year deal with the Houston Rockets, multiple outlets reported Friday.
