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All 4 Grand Slam trophies were at the US Open when Djokovic lost to Medvedev in the 2021 final

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — All four Grand Slam trophies were there. When Novak Djokovic played Daniil Medvedev in the 2021 U.S. Open final — the same two men who will meet Sunday in Arthur Ashe Stadium for the 2023 title — there was more than just the championship of that particular two-week tournament at stake, and the U.S. Tennis Association wanted to be prepared.Djokovic was attempting to become the first man since Rod Laver in 1969 to complete a calendar-year Grand Slam by winning all four majors in a single season. So the USTA spent a little more than $50,000 to make sure insured versions of the trophies from the Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon were on-site for a postmatch ceremony if Djokovic beat Medvedev that day (he did not; Medvedev’s lone Slam triumph so far came via a 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 victory).“We knew it couldn’t be as simple as just a presentation of the U.S. Open trophy. It had to be bigger than that,” tournament spokesman Chris Widmaier told The Associated Press on Satu...

Jeter returns as Yankees honor 1998 team at Old-Timers’ Day, Boone booed by some

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Back at Yankee Stadium and hearing the cheers at age 49, Derek Jeter had some advice for the team he led to five titles.“I’m working on rebranding the name Old-Timers’ to something else,” he said. “When you’re playing, when you’re on the bench and you’re watching the game, and you could never see yourself being introduced at Old-Timers’, because you don’t ever think you’re going to get old, which — we are not old, right? We’re not old. Older. But, man, it’s a special feeling. The fans, what makes this organization great is the respect that they have for the history.”The former Yankees captain attended his first Old-Timers’ Day on Saturday as New York celebrated the 25th anniversary of the 1998 team that won 125 games. He was introduced last, just like Joe DiMaggio used to be. A recording of late public address announcer Bob Sheppard boomed: “Now batting, number two, Derek Jeter.”Jeter retired after the 2014 season with 3,465 hits, ...

Harrison, Henderson each score a pair of TDs as No. 5 Ohio State rolls over Youngstown State 35-7

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Kyle McCord threw for three touchdowns in the first half, two of them to All-American Marvin Harrison Jr., and No. 5 Ohio State blew past Youngstown State 35-7 on Saturday.McCord, starting for the Buckeyes in his third year in the program, was 14 for 20 for 258 yards and also threw a scoring pass to Emeka Egbuka, a solid bounce-back against a lesser opponent after a shaky opener at Indiana last week. TreVeyon Henderson rushed for a pair of scores.Harrison was looking for a big day after only two catches for 18 yards and zero touchdowns in a lackluster offensive effort for the Buckeyes in the Week 1 win. He finished with seven catches for 160 yards — all in the first half.McCord won the starting quarterback job over Devin Brown the week before the opener. Brown got the first significant playing time of his career, completing 7 of 13 passes for 101 yards.Ohio State led 28-7 at the half. Youngstown State ate up half the third quarter with an 11-play drive, but tha...

No. 1 Georgia romps 45-3 over Ball State behind Mews’ punt return TD, 3 interceptions

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — No. 1 Georgia intercepted three passes and walk-on Mekhi Mews sparked the offense with a 69-yard punt return for a touchdown, leading the slow-starting Bulldogs to a 45-3 victory over Ball State on Saturday.The two-time reigning national champions were held scoreless in the opening quarter, but Georgia (2-0) finally got rolling with a 31-point outburst in the second period against the overmatched Cardinals (0-2).The 5-foot-8 Mews, quickly becoming one of Georgia’s most exciting weapons, took a punt at his own 31, shook off a couple of would-be tacklers, weaved past another defender and found a wall of blockers down the sideline.Mews also had a 47-yard kickoff return to start the game, but Georgia botched that opportunity when Peyton Woodring missed a chip-shot field goal from 28 yards.There was a bit of grumbling in the stands when Georgia’s offense, led by new starting quarterback Carson Beck, began sluggishly for the second week in a row.But Beck fin...

Shedeur Sanders, No. 22 Colorado beat Nebraska 36-14 in sold out home debut for Deion Sanders

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Shedeur Sanders accounted for three scores, Colorado’s defense forced four turnovers and the 22nd-ranked Buffaloes beat longtime rival Nebraska 36-14 on Saturday in the home debut of Deion Sanders at sold-out Folsom Field. After Coach Prime's team was the story of Week 1 with an upset of TCU, the Buffs showed it was no fluke.Shedeur Sanders threw for 393 yards and two scores, while running for another touchdown. He capped his 6-yard romp with the dance steps his dad made famous during his playing days.The Buffaloes (2-0) needed a moment to wake up given the early kickoff. But once they did, they were unstoppable. After punting on their first four drives, Sanders and the offense scored on seven of eight possessions to turn the game into a rout. The Buffaloes outgained the Huskers (0-2) by a 454-341 margin.The fans ran onto the field to celebrate with a second remaining. After a momentary delay, the official announced it was over and more rushed out.The contest f...

Florida Missing Child Alert issued for 14-year-old boy last seen in Liberty City

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

Authorities seek the public’s help in their search for a 14-year-old boy who was reported missing from Miami’s Liberty City neighborhood.The Florida Department of Law Enforcement on Saturday issued a Florida Missing Child Alert for Jose Bolanos.According to City of Miami Police, Bolanos, who is on the autism spectrum, was last seen on Friday around 4 p.m. in the area of the 1800 block of Northwest 55th Terrace.The teen stands 5 feet, 9 inches tall, weighs around 127 pounds, and has black hair and brown eyes.He was last seen wearing a yellow shirt and khaki pants.Officials urge anyone with information on Bolanos’ whereabouts to call FDLE’S Missing Endangered Persons Information Clearinghouse at 1-888-FL-MISSING (1-888-356-4774 or Miami Police at 305-603-6300 or 305-579-6111.

Undocumented immigrants in Minnesota can apply for driver’s licenses in October

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

(CNN) — About 81,000 undocumented immigrants in Minnesota can begin applying for a driver’s license next month, according to the state Department of Public Safety.Minnesota’s Driver’s License for All program launches October 1, the department announced at a news conference Thursday.“We’ll be able to start taking applications for driver’s licenses for all Minnesotans, including those who don’t have lawful presence in the United States,” said Pong Xiong, director of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Driver and Vehicle Services.The state will “no longer require proof of legal presence” starting in October, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety said in a news release Tuesday.Xiong said Thursday that he understands “how important it is to have a driver’s license and what that means to being able to access all of Minnesota’s resources from employment to medical care to … just enjoying all the natural resources that Minnesota has to offer.”Minnesota Gov. Tim...

Patriots sign RB, elevate LB, place QB on rarely used list, Jack Jones on IR

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

The Patriots made quarterback Bailey Zappe’s signing to the 53-man roster official Saturday in a series of roster moves.The team also placed cornerback Jack Jones on injured reserve, signed running back Ty Montgomery to the 53-man roster from the practice squad, elevated linebacker Calvin Munson from the practice squad and placed quarterback Matt Corral on the exempt/left squad list.Jones, who suffered a hamstring injury Wednesday in practice, will miss at least four games on injured reserve. Christian Gonzalez, Jonathan Jones, Myles Bryant and Marcus Jones are now the team’s top cornerbacks. Shaun Wade and rookie Ameer Speed will serve as additional depth.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Source: Patriots signing Bailey Zappe to 53-man roster in QB swap New England Patriots | Patriots vs. Eagles preview: How Mac Jones, Bill Belichick can pull off an upset Sunday New England Patriots | How Patriots will try to neutralize Ea...

Northeast’s Chris Zullo (311 yards, 5 TD’s) runs wild over Lowell Catholic

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

WAKEFIELD – With a roster full of freshmen and sophomores, Northeast Regional coach Don Heres knows he’s fortunate to have senior running back Chris Zullo. And on Saturday, Zullo had a season opener for the record books.Zullo rushed for 311 yards and five touchdowns on 24 carries, while also adding a pair of conversion runs, as the Golden Knights piled up 513 yards of offense and 20 first downs en route to a 62-35 win over Lowell Catholic.The score is a little deceiving. It was only a two-point game (30-28) early in the third quarter before Northeast turned on the jets and pulled away.“Chris is a three-year starter for us and he is just the heart and soul of our team,” Heres said. “He’s been an all-star and has all the intangibles you look for. He represents what our team and school want to be.”Lowell Catholic found itself in a two-touchdown hole before even having a chance to run an offensive play.The Golden Knights took the opening kick and drove 65 yards in just seven...

Heading to Boots in the Park this weekend? Here's what to know

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:08:06 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Some of country music's hottest stars are set to take over San Diego's Waterfront Park Saturday with the return of the touring festival "Boots In The Park."For the second time this year, the downtown park will be transformed into the county's biggest country music party, featuring the likes of Kane Brown, Tyler Hubbard, Flo Rida and Niko Moon among others. With hundreds anticipated to attend, here's what country fans should know about the event before heading to the show. Stagecoach Festival: Morgan Wallen, Miranda Lambert, Eric Church headlining 2024 festival What time does the festival run?Gates will open at 1 p.m. for the event, with the first act expected to take to the "Boots In The Park" stage at 2 p.m. Headliner Kane Brown is slated to go on at 9:30 p.m., wrapping up around 11 p.m.Entry requirementsThe San Diego event is for adults over the age of 21. In addition to a ticket, guests have to show a valid, government-issued ID at the gate. Once concertgoers check...