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Rafa Nadal beaten in doubles match on competitive tennis return: when is his first singles match in Brisbane?

Rafa Nadal’s return to Tennis didn’t quite go according to plan but the 22-time Gran Slam winner will have been pleased to simply be back out on court after almost a year of injury hell. “ Just to be here is a victory,” he had claimed after touching down in Brisbane for this week’s ATP 250. The 37-year-old had been sidelined since the 2023 Australian Open and there had been serious doubts as to whether he would ever be seen on court again in a competitive context. But after a long road back to fitness, the Spaniard is back for - potentially - one last season on tour , stating on Saturday it was “very likely” this would be his last Australian swing. Please welcome, from Spain: RAFAEL. NADAL!@RafaelNadal #BrisbaneTennis pic.twitter.com/zGKJabkn8c — Tennis TV (@TennisTV) December 31, 2023 Nadal and López lose in straight sets to Aussie duo Nadal made the last decision to enter the men’s doubles at the Brisbane Invitational with friend and coach Marc López . The veteran duo...

National Bacon Day (December 30th)

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Quick facts When is it? Every December 30th Tagged as Food & Drink Meat What's the hashtag? #NationalBaconDay Have we missed something? Admittedly, there are very few things in this world that don’t taste better when paired with a bit of bacon. Whether it’s chocolate-covered bacon from the candy shop, bacon cheeseburgers, bacon-wrapped tater tots, or even bacon-covered chapstick, it’s hard to deny that bacon is a delicious tasty treat that had truly gotten its fingers into almost everything! And now is the time to celebrate, because it’s National Bacon Day! History of National Bacon Day The origins of Bacon stretch back into the middle ages, with the name of this delicious meat originating in Middle English from the word “Bacoun”. Following it back, it can be found in France as Bako, Germany as Bakko, and even in old Teutonic as Backe. All of these words mean “back”, and what does that reveal about bacon? That’s right. It’s made from the back of the p...

TexTɾon SysTems SᴜccessfulƖy CompƖetes Pɾototyρe Build Of CoTTonмouTҺ Aɾv

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Textron Systems, a renowned leader in advanced technologies for defense and security applications, has achieved a significant milestone with the successful completion of the prototype build for its latest project, the Cottonmouth Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV). The Cottonmouth ARV represents a cutting-edge advancement in armored vehicle Technology , designed to meet the evolving needs of modern armed forces. Textron Systems has invested considerable resources and expertise in developing this state-of-the-art vehicle, and the completion of the prototype build marks a crucial step forward in the project’s timeline. The Cottonmouth ARV is engineered to excel in reconnaissance missions, offering enhanced mobility, agility, and survivability on the battlefield. Leveraging Textron Systems’ extensive experience in developing innovative solutions for defense, the Cottonmouth incorporates the latest advancements in materials, armor, and electronics to ensure optimal performance ...

Why is Erling Haaland not playing for Manchester City against Everton?

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Erling Haaland has not been included in Manchester City’s matchday squad for their Premier League match against Everton on Wednesday. City defender Ruben Dias also misses the trip to Merseyside due to illness, while Spain international Rodri starts in midfield after an injury scare against Fluminense in the Club World Cup final. Erling Haaland M. City delantero Noruega NewsStatistics Haaland remains out due to what Pep Guardiola has described as a “stress” injury in his foot. The Norwegian has also missed the club’s recent Game s against Luton Town, Red Star Belgrade, Crystal Palace, Urawa Reds and Fluminense. Full screen Erling Haaland OSAMA ABD EL NABY REUTERS Manchester City XI vs Everton Guardiola has selected the following XI against Everton: Ederson, Walker, Stones, Akanji, Aké, Rodri, Matheus Nunes, Bernardo Silva, Foden, Grealish, Álvarez. Subs: Phillips, Kovacic, Ortega, Gómez, Gvardiol, Bobb, Susoho, Lewis, Hamilton. Source: https://thefoxposts.com/why-is-erling-haaland-no...

Monty Williams salary: How much money does the Pistons head coach make

The recent NBA coaching deal signed by Monty Williams is the biggest in league history, and with performance incentives factored in, it could exceed an impressive $100 million. Troy Weaver, the Pistons’ decision-maker, has displayed an unwavering faith in Williams by handing him the role as head coach of the team. Williams has a notable coach ing pedigree, having led the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals just a couple of seasons ago, where they lost to the Milwaukee Bucks led by Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Pistons added Travel and Health care benefits into Monty Williams' contract for his wife, Lisa Keeth, who has been diagnosed with breast cancer 🙏 (via @omarisankofa) pic.twitter.com/r3SJAaJ10p — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 14, 2023 Williams’ return to a head coaching position was newsworthy in a league where coaching tenures can be fickle, particularly for coaches who fall short of ultimate success . His appointment was necessary, given his identity as an Af...

Celtics vs Lakers Picks, Predictions & Odds Tonight - NBA

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It's Christmas Day, and the marquee matchup of the day will feature LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers taking on Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics. I'm taking a closer look at the NBA odds to determine the best bet for this matchup between two storied franchises on one of its biggest days on the calendar. You didn't think I would willingly accept a day off for Christmas when it's one of the biggest NBA days of the year, did you? This was always one of my favorite days of the year when I was growing up, and it's a big reason why I am an Orlando Magic fan. While everyone else was focused on their new toys, I was freaking out watching Tracy McGrady drop 40+ points on Christmas Day. LeBron James said it best on X the other day: There is nothing better than opening up presents and seeing NBA games on throughout the entire day. If you're reading this article, I'm assuming you won't be opening too many presents this year, but I do have ...

Kostas Tsimikas injury: how long will the Liverpool defender be out of action for?

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Kostas Tsimikas broke his collarbone in Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Arsenal at Anfield on Saturday, according to Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. The 27-year-old suffered the injury in the first half of the Premier League Christmas clash between the sides at the top of the table. Klopp himself was involved in the incident, with Tsimikas colliding with Bukayo Saka before sending the German tactician to the ground. The Liverpool defender received treatment from medical staff on the pitch but was then replaced by Joe Gomez. Jürgen Klopp confirmed Kostas Tsimikas suffered a collarbone injury during the 1-1 draw with Arsenal on Saturday evening. — Liverpool FC (@LFC) December 23, 2023 Tsimikas set for spell on sidelines The broken collarbone could see the Greece international out of action for up to three months and Klopp has since confirmed that the left-back is facing a spell on the sidelines as a result of the injury , leaving Liverpool with further defensive headaches. “It was m...

Liverpool injury update ahead of Arsenal clash in the Premier League

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Jurgen Klopp could be without up to eight Liverpool players when Arsenal visit Anfield in the Premier League on Saturday. Liverpool welcome the high-flying Gunners to Merseyside as first takes on second in the top-of-the-table Christmas clash . The Reds were held to a scoreless draw at home to Manchester United on Sunday but went on to comfortably beat West Ham in midweek, with a convincing 5-1 win at home in the Carabao Cup to book their place in the semi-finals of the com Pet ition. Ahead of the Arsenal match this weekend, we take a look at the Liverpool players who may miss out. Full screen Liverpool's Ryan Gravenberch PAUL ELLIS AFP Liverpool injury update Ryan Gravenberch limped off in the Game against Manchester United and missed the match against West Ham, but the midfielder has since had a scan, which later revealed that was suffering from DOMS (Delayed onset muscle soreness) and therefore could feature against Mikel Arteta’s side. Midfielder Alexis Mac Allister could be...

NFL tiebreakers ahead of week 16: Who has the advantage in the AFC and in the NFC?

As the regular NFL season barrels towards its conclusion, the playoff picture is quickly taking shape, and teams are battling it out for a desired spot in the postseason and a favorable seeding. Let’s dig deep into the AFC and NFC scenarios and examine the latest outcomes to determine who has the upper hand in both conferences. AFC Playoff Picture Despite strong contenders and potential pitfalls, there haven’t been any significant changes in the AFC landscape recently. The Baltimore Ravens remain at the top of the conference and secured their playoff spot with a substantial victory over Jacksonville on Sunday night. And they have already clinched a playoff spot ; the Ravens will clinch the division next week if they win and the Browns lose. The Miami Dolphins are hot on the Ravens’ heels, standing at 10-4 after a convincing win against the Jets. However, the Dolphins face a challenging stretch ahead, with upcoming matchups against the Cowboys, Ravens, and Bills. They can secure their...

Alexis Mac Allister injury: Progress & potential return date for Liverpool midfielder

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The absence of a holding midfielder in the mould of Declan Rice or Rodri was a significant factor in many people's pre-season doubts regarding Liverpool's title credentials. Alexis Mac Allister, signed early in the summer window from Brighton, was initially seen in one of the box-to-box roles alongside fellow new arrival Dominik Szoboszlai. The Reds tried their utmost to capture a defensive midfielder before the window shut and eventually settled for Stuttgart stalwart Wataru Endo after Romeo Lavia and Moises Caicedo both favoured moves to Chelsea. Endo, however, has struggled to succeed Fabinho at the base of Liverpool's midfield and, instead, Mac Allister has evolved into Jurgen Klopp's figure in a deeper position. The Argentine isn't the ideal fit for the role, especially without the ball, but the World Cup winner has nonetheless enjoyed a bright start to his career at Anfield in the rather unfamiliar position. His recent absence has been hard felt from a crea...

Champions League round of 16 ties - ranked

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The last ever Champions League round of 16 draw has been made, and it's once again provided something for every type of football fan. For the hipsters we have PSV Eindhoven vs Borussia Dortmund, for the fans of tactical battles we have Inter vs Atletico Madrid, and for the sickos who want to the see Erling Haaland scored 30 goals in a single game we have Manchester City vs Copenhagen. Here's every round of 16 tie - ranked by how excited we are to watch them. 8. Manchester City vs Copenhagen Current holders / BSR Agency/GettyImages Guess what? Manchester City have been given the easiest draw possible, with the current holders of the Champions League being pitted against a team who has never, ever, made it this far in the competition before. Oh, you're not shocked by that? Ok... 7. Lazio vs Bayern Munich Main man / Sebastian Widmann/GettyImages Armed with the best striker in the world Harry Kane - he's scored 24 goals already this season so don't argue with that stat...

Cowboys - Bills live online: stats, scores and highlights | NFL Week 15

There's new messages Cowboys @ Bills LIVE Follow all the stats from Week 15 of the NFL here on AS USA. Jennifer Bubel Posted at: 14:05 EST 17/12/2023 Cowboys lucked out with weather in Buffalo When the Cowboys found out they would be playing on the road, in Buffalo, in December, the fear was that they could be looking at freezing temps and a snowy field. As it turns out, they won’t have to deal with that at all. In fact, the weather conditions are quite good despite a high chance of rain. Temperatures are expected to be around 45 degrees with 15 mph wind. It’s a level playing field for the Cowboys as they take on the Bills at Highmark Stadium today. Jennifer Bubel Posted at: 15:19 EST 17/12/2023 INACTIVES for Bills vs Cowboys Buffalo Bills Week 15 Inactives S Micah Hyde DE A.J. Epenesa G Germain Ifedi T Alec Anderson DT Poona Ford  Dallas Cowboys Week 15 Inactives S Malik Hooker DT Johnathan Hankins WR Jalen Brooks RB Deuce Vaughn CB Eric Scott OT Asim Richards ...

Titan of the Triassic ᴜпeагtһed: 65-Ton “Gant” Dinosaur ѕkeɩetoп Rocks the World!

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It stood two-stories һіɡһ at the shoulder. Its tail was alмost as long as a city Ƅus. And it tipped the scales at soмe 65 tons — heaʋier than a fully loaded seмi-truck. Meet Dreadnoughtus schrani, one of the мost маѕѕіⱱe land aniмals of all tiмe. Other enorмous dinosaurs are known due to a few found fragмents of Ƅone, Ƅut the recently ᴜпeагtһed reмains of Dreadnoughtus are so coмplete and Ƅeautifully preserʋed that they will ргoⱱіde unprecedented insight into how ɡіапt dinosaurs were related to each other, how fast they grew and how soмething so heaʋy lugged itself around. Indeed, neʋer Ƅefore has so мany representatiʋe pieces of a ѕᴜрeг-large dinosaur Ƅeen found. “It’s a really iмportant discoʋery,” says paleontologist Michael D’Eмic of Stony Brook Uniʋersity, who is пot ᴀssociated with the new find, reported in this week’s edition of the journal Scientific Reports. “The gliмpses we haʋe of those ɡіапt, ɡіапt dinosaurs are pretty fleeting. (Dreadnoughtus) will serʋe as a k...