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Georgia ends 41-year title drought by winning 33-18 over Bama
INDIANAPOLIS, (AP) -- Confetti fell on Georgia. Bulldogs fans cheered "Kirby, Kirby!"
Djokovic is back in swing in Australia, visa queries linger
MELBOURNE (AP) -- Novak Djokovic practiced on Tuesday. This was a day after he was released from immigration detention. He focused on defending his Australian Open title while still facing the possibility of being deported because he has not been vaccinated against COVID-19.
Djokovic is allowed to stay in Australia, but the saga is not over, says an Australian judge
MELBOURNE (AP) -- Novak Djokovic returned Monday to the tennis court to train after winning a legal battle to stay and play in the Australian Open. His exemption from strict coronavirus rules had been questioned. However, the government continues to threaten to cancel his visa as well as deport him.
Riddick is happy at ESPN but still wants to run a team
Louis Riddick knows he's in a good place. He is currently an analyst for the NFL's most recognizable television program, ESPN's "Monday Night Football", and still hopes to run a franchise as general manager.
Some believe Djokovic's detention in Australia is political.
Novak Djokovic is a master of timing on the tennis court. The No. The No. 1 player boarded an airplane for Australia to play the first Grand Slam in the year, with a COVID-19 exemption. His timing couldn't have been better.
Vaccine-skeptical tennis pro: protests in Serbia over possible deportation of Djokovic from Australia
Due to the impending deportation of tennis star Novak Djokovic from Australia, hundreds of people have gathered for protests in his native Serbia. The father of
Djokovic is in limbo while he fights for his deportation from Australia
Novak Djokovic was held in immigration detention for one day while awaiting a court decision and dealing with the possibility of being deported from Australia due to an issue with his visa application regarding COVID-19 vaccination regulations.
Return of crowds did little to boost home advantage in NFL
The cheering fans returned to NFL stadiums this season, forcing road teams into silent counts and other coping mechanisms to deal with the noise.
Djokovic medical exemption sparks Australian Open debate
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — With so much focus on getting the medical exemption he needed to fly into Melbourne to defend his Australian Open title, it seems Novak Djokovic may not have paid enough to attention to his visa.
Still no vax, Kyrie’s back: Nets look to star guard for help
NEW YORK (AP) — Kyrie Irving might be just the jolt the Brooklyn Nets need to escape a midseason slump.
Kapalua means time for Rahm and Cantlay to get back to work
KAPALUA, Hawaii (AP) — The sweeping views of the Pacific beyond the lush landscape of Kapalua put the soul at ease and can make the first PGA Tour event of the year feel like part work, part vacation.
NFL teams could lose draft pick for interview violations
The NFL has issued a warning to teams that they could lose a draft pick and face significant fines if club representatives conduct themselves unprofessionally in interviews with draft prospects.
Roethlisberger and Steelers win over Browns to remain in the playoff mix
PITTSBURGH, PA (AP) -- Ben Roethlisberger gazed for the final time at the Heinz Field stands, which were dotted with the No. 7 jerseys with his name on them and tried to take in the moment that was as unimaginable as it was for most of his career.
Djokovic granted medical exemption to play at the Australian Open
BRISBANE (Australia) -- Novak Djokovic will be able to defend his Australian Open title. He has been granted a medical exemption from travelling to Melbourne. This means that he can finally play in the tournament.
Analysis: Antonio Brown's mental state is not a joke
Antonio Brown tossed his jersey and shoulder pads towards the bench and ran off the field naked-chested waving a peace-out sign at fans. Tom Brady was huddled with the offense while Antonio Brown ran off the field, waving a peace-out signal to them.
Christian Beal-Smith, Wake Forest's leading rusher, enters the college football transfer portal
Christian Beal Smith, Wake Forest's running back and team's top rusher for the past two seasons is now a graduate of the transfer portal.
Sources say Houston Rockets will suspend Kevin Porter and Christian Wood because of their poor behavior
Sources told ESPN that the Houston Rockets have suspended Christian Wood Jr. and Kevin Porter Jr. for Monday's match against Philadelphia 76ers. This is to discipline them for their behavior following Saturday's loss in Denver.
Sources: Kyrie Irving will make his NBA season debut Wednesday with the Brooklyn Nets
Sources tell ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski that the Brooklyn Nets are getting ready for Kyrie Irving to make Wednesday's NBA season debut against Indiana Pacers.
Four Hills Tournament: Eisenbichler and Geiger lace in Garmisch
The feeling jumper is back. For Markus Eisenbichler, this New Year's Eve has been a magnificent year-end. No one was better than the Bavarian when it was time
Four Hills Tournament for women: We girls want the same as the boys
Katharina Althaus is looking forward to an unusual turn of the year. "I am happy that I can now celebrate New Year's Eve for the first time with my ski jumpin
Last goodbye: Remembering the 2021 deaths of influential people
Both men built solid reputations over many years of public service as political and military leaders. Both saw their legacy tarnished due to their involvement in the bloody, long-running war in Iraq.
Waddle shines as Dolphins defeat Saints 20-3 in 7th straight
NEW ORLEANS (AP), The Dolphins' defense intercepted Saints rookie Ian Book twice, and then sacked him eight more times was likely enough to extend Miami's winning streak of seven games.
