Pundits are calling it a shocking sports story -- allegations from a former booster and subsequent NCAA investigation that University of Miami football players received millions of dollars in improper benefits including gifts of money, jewelry and prostitutes over the course of eight years.
James Waterson and Lauren Lynch report on the week’s tennis news. Mardy Fish beat Rafael Nadal for the first time in his career Friday, when he took the Spaniard down 6-3, 6-4 in Cincinnati. The week has been full of other surprises, as Caroline Wozniacki lost to American teenager Christina McHale in the second round, while Petra Kvitova and Li Na lost in the third round. Meanwhile, ESPN examined the US Open’s draws, and Novak Djokovic imitates Maria Sharapova in a Head video.
Continuing season three of Rant Cast, regulars Ed and Paul review Manchester United's victory over West Bromwich Albion in the midlands, lauding the club's younger players. We discuss the fresh defensive injury crisis at United; not for the first time in recent seasons. Then the pod crew debates Rooney's new haircut and excellent early season form, Danny Welbeck's position in the side, and whether the Reds can continue the fine start against Tottenham Hotspur on Monday night.
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United's victory over West Bromwich Albion in the midlands, lauding the club's younger players.
United's victory over West Bromwich Albion in the midlands, lauding the club's younger players.
So much for the pyrotechnic displays we are used to from the Japanese currency when markets go bonkers.