Williams say Kubica safe for 2019, will fight to retain Russell
Williams are determined to keep British Formula One rookie George Russell for the long term and have no plans to replace Polish driver Robert Kubica this season, deputy principal Claire Williams said at the British Grand Prix.
Stade Francais lock Stassen provisionally suspended for doping
Stade Francais’ South African lock Hendre Stassen has been provisionally suspended by the French anti-doping agency after failing a random drug test following a French Top 14 match against Montpellier in May.
Long road back to singles competition, says Murray
Former world number one Andy Murray has said it could take up to a year for him to regain the strength in his hip needed for a return to singles action.
NFL notebook: Chargers’ Gordon demands new deal or trade
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon will not report to training camp without a new contract, ESPN reported Thursday.
MLB notebook: Ortiz undergoes third surgery
Former Boston Red Sox star David Ortiz underwent additional surgery as he continues to recover from a gunshot wound sustained more than a month ago.
NBA notebook: Rockets swap Paul for Thunder’s Westbrook
The Oklahoma City Thunder traded guard Russell Westbrook to the Houston Rockets for guard Chris Paul and a pair of first-round draft picks, multiple media outlets reported Thursday.
Becker’s trophy auction raises over 680,000 pounds
An online auction of German tennis great Boris Becker’s trophies and memorabilia has raised more than 680,000 pounds ($852,652), with his 1989 U.S. Open trophy attracting the highest bid of 150,250 pounds.
Report: NFL set to drop full-time status for officials
The NFL is set to feature part-time officials next season rather than granting full-time positions, according to a report from ESPN on Thursday night.
NASCAR notebook: Bell hopes to stay hot at Kentucky
Friday’s NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Kentucky Speedway could be a tiebreaker of sorts.
Reports: Thunder trade Westbrook to Rockets for Paul
The Oklahoma City Thunder traded guard Russell Westbrook to the Houston Rockets for guard Chris Paul and a pair of first-round draft picks, multiple media outlets reported Thursday.
