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Charlie Eastwood, a professional athlete, recently experienced the loss of his father, John, after a battle with illness. Despite standing on the podium numerous times in his career, this particular event felt different due to the recent loss. Eastwood had been doing simulator work in Italy when he received the call about his father's condition, leading to a "whirlwind week" as he rushed to be with his family in Northern Ireland during his father's final...

Unhappy Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola criticized a controversial penalty awarded to West Ham in a 1-1 draw, contradicting advice given by Premier League referees. Cherries midfielder Tyler Adams was penalized after a VAR review, leading to a contentious spot-kick converted by Lucas Paqueta. Despite the late drama, Bournemouth climbed to sixth in the league, while West Ham remained in 14th place. Full Article

ESPN staff writer Kevin Seifert reports on the Minnesota Vikings' dominant 30-12 victory over the Chicago Bears, propelling them to a 12-2 record and contention for the NFC's top seed. Despite quarterback Sam Darnold's struggles, the Vikings showcased a well-rounded offense with rushing touchdowns and a strong defensive performance. With key injuries on the offensive line, the Vikings look ahead to a crucial matchup against the Seahawks as they aim to secure the NFC North...

Week 15 saw big-name running backs like Saquon Barkley and Joe Mixon underperform while lesser-known backs like Tyjae Spears, Jerome Ford, and Justice Hill shined. Ford is the clear next man up for the Browns with Nick Chubb out, while Spears' performance was boosted by Tony Pollard's injury but may not be sustainable. Hill's random RB1 performance may not be consistent, making him a risky fantasy option moving forward. Full Article

In a decisive defeat against New Zealand, England succumbed to a 423-run loss as captain Ben Stokes, nursing a hamstring injury, chose not to risk worsening his condition. Despite a tough year with nine wins and eight losses in Tests, young player Jacob Bethell impressed with a stylish 76, while veteran seamer Tim Southee retired after claiming Bethell's wicket. England's struggles continued as they lost their last three wickets quickly, ending a challenging series on...

The new AP Top 25 women's college basketball poll sees South Carolina at No. 2 and Notre Dame at No. 3, with UConn dropping to No. 4 after their first loss of the season. California enters the rankings this week, with UCLA at No. 1, LSU at No. 5, and Texas at No. 6, among other top teams. Key players and upcoming games for each team are highlighted, showcasing their recent performances and achievements in...