Commentary: The absence of the U.S. delegation might cause a stir at the start, but it will be pretty much ignored.
Joe Grant
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Sports Digest: Bryson DeChambeau takes lead at Hero World Challenge
DeChambeau has a one-shot lead heading into the weekend.
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College roundup: Notre Dame promotes Freeman, 35, to replace Kelly as coach
Football: Notre Dame quickly elevates defensive coordinator Marcus Freeman to coach after Brian Kelly left to take the job at LSU.
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NBA roundup: Emiid lifts 76ers to comeback win over Hawks
Joel Embiid scores 28 points, including the go-ahead basket in the final minute, as Philadelphia wins, 98-96.
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NFL notebook: Giants QB Jones out for Sunday’s game against Miami
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is dealing with a neck injury, which could keep him out of the lineup for multiple weeks.
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Celtics notebook: Horford came back strong from ‘difficult year’ in Philly
Al Horford became nothing more than a backup center in Philadelphia, but his revival in Boston has been a bonus for the Celtics.
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Jalen Mills a forgotten key to revival of Patriots defense
New England has not only recovered from trading Stephon Gilmore, it has thrived and Jalen Mills is one quiet reason why.
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NFL notebook: Antonio Brown, two others suspended for fake COVID vaccination cards
Tampa Bay receiver Antonio Brown, accused by his former chef of using a fake COVID-19 vaccination card, and two others are suspended for three games without pay.
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When it comes to criticism, rookie QB Mac Jones gets treated like a veteran
New England quarterback Mac Jones has played so well that nitpicking his performance has become a form of flattery.
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For women’s tennis, being on right side of history can be a lonely place
Commentary: The WTA, by pulling out of China tournaments with concerns about Peng Shuai, has gone where other major sports have not dared to venture.