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2020 NFL Draft: Redskins initiated their journey toward a more promising future
With Ron Rivera's arrival and now Chase Young, the Redskins' future is beginning to seem more promising, according to George Willis from The Post
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Sports bookies are lost during coronavirus
Bruno (he asked us to use his nickname) woke up on March 12 expecting it to be a glorious day. After all, it was his 50th birthday, a milestone in anyone’s...
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Las Vegas will need to hold off on hosting the biggest NFL Draft celebration
This was meant to be the week that Las Vegas established itself as the sports capital of the world. The 2020 NFL Draft was intended to be Vegas's debut as..
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Boxing champion Jose Carlos Ramirez assists farmworkers in the battle against the coronavirus
Jose Carlos Ramirez is eager to defend his junior welterweight boxing titles as soon as the danger of COVID-19 subsides. In the meantime, the ex-Olympian and 140-pound boxing champion will carry on with his initiatives to support the thousands of farmworkers near his hometown affected by the coronavirus pandemic
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Knicks using Instagram to honor heroes in coronavirus battle
There’s no opportunity to get loud at Madison Square Garden these days, which, in a good year, might be hosting a Rangers or Knicks playoff game. So instead...
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Local combat sports facing major fan-less fights dilemma
Sports organizations around the world are investigating ways to hold events halted by the COVID-19 pandemic. That includes the UFC, Top Rank, the Premier Boxing...
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Why Tiger Woods' victory in the 1997 Masters was the most remarkable ever
Jack Nicklaus's unexpected victory in the 1986 Masters was voted the greatest Masters ever in The Post's poll, but Tiger Woods's 1997 win was a close contender..
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Masters 2020 delay could be best thing for Tiger Woods
The 2020 Masters being postponed until November could be a blessing in disguise for Tiger Woods, The Post's George Willis writes.
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The UFC can be whatever Dana White desires, but not amidst the coronavirus pandemic
According to George Willis of The Post, the UFC president was justified in pushing forward with the UFC 249 event
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ESPN wasn’t only one to tell UFC, Dana White to ‘stand down’
ESPN wasn't the only one to pressure Dana White to cancel UFC 249. The Post also learned California Gov. Gavin Newsom played a leading role in getting the event nixed.
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Dana White needs to be correct regarding his stance on UFC 249
Dana White is confident that UFC 249 will proceed smoothly despite the coronavirus pandemic. He needs to hope he's correct, George Willis from The Post states
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Golf’s bold coronavirus return plan could lead to unforgettable stretch
The PGA Championship, traditionally held in August, was the least-followed of golf’s four major championships and except for an occasional Ryder Cup once the leaves turned brown, golf bordered on irrelevant.
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The decision to postpone the 2020 Olympics was undoubtedly difficult but necessary
Anthony Herrera's Olympic aspirations are similar to many who have devoted their lives to competing on behalf of their nation globally. At 19 years old, the boxer from East..
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Boxing Hall of Fame ceremony still set for June — for now
The International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, N.Y., will be closed at least through the end of March to limit the spread of the coronavirus. But its executive director, Ed Brophy, is hoping the annual Hall of Fame Weekend can still be held on schedule from June 11-14.
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MMA and boxing encounter challenges in organizing events due to coronavirus concerns
Boxing, UFC, and MMA are struggling to maintain their events during concerns over the coronavirus
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The uproar involving Spike Lee and the Knicks could have risky consequences for Leon Rose
The Spike Lee controversy is unfortunately characteristic of how the Knicks have been managing things recently. Rather than focusing on any positive discussions about the team's performance against Houston, the situation has spiraled into a war of words between the Garden and one of its most famous supporters, an Academy Award-winning filmmaker
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The Saudis' financial resources might significantly influence Tyson Fury's boxing future
It could be the most significant match in the annals of British boxing, yet it's not surprising if it happens in Saudi Arabia. The Saudis, with their substantial financial resources, might influence whether Tyson Fury defends his newly claimed WBC title in a third bout against former champion Deontay Wilder or faces Anthony Joshua for the undisputed world heavyweight title
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Leon Rose faces a persistent issue with the Knicks that he needs to address
The incoming team president of the Knicks, Leon Rose, will need to determine a method for getting the organization to nurture player development, which has been a source of ongoing frustration for the fans
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Patrick Day’s coach is still tormented by the boxer’s death: ‘Turn it all back’
Joe Higgins continues to be tormented by the passing of Patrick Day. The Long Island boxer passed away on October 16, 2019, due to brain injuries, four days following a knockout defeat to Charles Conwell. Higgins was Day’s trainer and was in his corner during the match
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Deontay Wilder vs. Tyson Fury: Why There Wasn't a Face-Off
Bob Bennett, the head of the Nevada Athletic Commission, canceled the face-off between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury to prevent any issues that might threaten the much-anticipated pay-per-view fight
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Gerry Cooney discusses the 'Great White Hope' pressure and his choice between Wilder and Fury
Gerry Cooney is relieved to hear that Tyson Fury wants to steer clear of any racial discussions regarding his heavyweight title bout with Deontay Wilder this Saturday night, especially after what he experienced in 1982 prior to his championship match with Larry Holmes
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Deontay Wilder-Tyson Fury fight is thankfully about everything but race
It's been a great thing that there has been no racial overtones regarding the upcoming Deontay Wilder-Tyson Fury title fight, The Post's George Willis writes.
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D'Angelo Russell embraces the Knicks trade speculation: 'At ease with being uneasy'
D'Angelo Russell, expressing a strong fondness for the Nets, his old team, is set to come back to Brooklyn on Wednesday night amid various trade speculations, which he finds both worrisome and fortunate. Russell has improved with Golden State, where he averages 23.9 points and 6.3 assists per game
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Georgetown surviving off-court chaos behind Patrick Ewing
It was the kind of win that makes enduring all the headaches of college coaching worthwhile, and Patrick Ewing has endured his share of headaches this season.
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The Knicks and their supporters have reached their limit
Elfrid Payton and the Knicks had good reason to be upset with Jae Crowder for his late steal after the game was effectively decided, but Knicks fans are also justified in calling for James Dolan to sell the team, according to George Willis of The Post
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