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Australian Open: Novak Djokovic sets up final against Stefanos Tsitsipas to stay on course for 10th title in Melbourne  Sky SportsServices Marketplace - Listings, Bookings & Reviews

Tony Hawk's The Skatepark Project will team up with NYC non-profit Brooklyn Bridge Manhattan to develop Gotham Park and bring back the quintessential skating spot Brooklyn Banks by building a new park under the Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan.In the spring of this year, the two entities will transform empty lots into both greenspaces and open play spaces intended for all ages. According to a release, the new park is designed to "foster community, boost local businesses, and open up access to safe outdoor recreation for the nearly 50,000 diverse local residents who live within a half-mile radius of the park."During the State of the City address on Thursday, Mayor Adams shared a commitment to converting the space beneath the Brooklyn Bridge into a public park. The first phase, which will see th...

With the 2023 NBA All-Star Weekend around the corner, the official team captains for the All-Star Game has been finalized.LeBron James leads the pack in the Western Conference as an 18-time All-Star, 18-time All-NBA Player and 4-time NBA Champion. Averaging 29.9 points per game this season, James is the official captain of the West, with Steph Curry, Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic and Zion Williamson to round out the starters list. This All-Star sees James have a record-tying 19th selection to the NBA All-Star Weekend with Kareem Abdul Jabbar. If James plays in Salt Lake City, he will become the first player in NBA history to actually appear in 19 All-Star games. Abdul-Jabbar was selected to the 1973 game, however he did not play.In the Eastern Conference, Giannis Antetokounmpo captains the tea...

Liverpool favourites to sign Jude Bellingham this summer from Borussia Dortmund, say Sky in Germany  Sky SportsServices Marketplace - Listings, Bookings & Reviews

Kyrie Irving appears to want a long-term contract extension from the Brooklyn Nets despite the recent controversies surrounding his name. In a recent conversation with Bleacher Report, Irving's agent Shetellia Irving discussed with the publication his future with the Nets. She confirmed to fans, "Around Kyrie and staying with the Nets? I have reached out to the Nets regarding this." Shetellia added, "We have had no significant conversations to date. The desire is to make Brooklyn home, with the right type of extension, which means the ball is in the Nets' court to communicate now if their desire is the same."The report comes at a time when Irving is currently in the final year of his deal with Brooklyn. If the franchise does not offer Irving the right extension contract, he will become an ...

New York City-based book publisher and lifestyle company Assouline has released a new photography book on the Paris Saint-Germain football club.By photographer Julien Scussel, the book offers a closer look at the team via a range of never before seen photos and moments. What stands out about the book is that it is the product of six years of work by Scussel. This is the most access a photographer has ever had to the football club and its players – making for a truly unique documentation experience. The book includes stars like Beckham, Pelé, Ibrahimovic, Neymar Jr, Messi and more throughout their international experiences."But here the project is unique because of its artistic purpose. Some shots offer a close-up look, just like a painting. We can see the incredible details from big pictur...

Hakim Ziyech: Chelsea winger wanted by Everton as a potential Anthony Gordon replacement this January  Sky SportsServices Marketplace - Listings, Bookings & Reviews

After performing during the Super Bowl Halftime Show last year, Snoop Dogg will officially return under the NFL banner as a captain at this year’s Pro Bowl Games. The “Drop It Like It’s Hot” rapper will represent the AFC team alongside former quarterback Peyton Manning, who previously took home Super Bowl titles with the Indianapolis Colts and the Denver Broncos. Meanwhile, Pete Davidson, who was also announced as a captain at the 2023 Pro Bowl Games, will lead the NFC squad with Peyton’s quarterback brother Eli Manning, who also has two Super Bowl wins with the New York Giants. The 2023 NFL Pro Bowl Games are scheduled to commence on February 5, one week prior to Super Bowl LVII. At Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, the annual showdown will see legions of star NFL players go up against each...

According to recent reports, Qatar Sports Investment (QSI), a subsidiary of the country’s sovereign wealth fund that currently owns Paris Saint-Germain, has been given priority to the takeover of Liverpool. Abu Dhabi currently owns Manchester City and Saudi Arabia officially acquired Newcastle United in October of last year. If whispers of a February bid are true, Liverpool would become the third Premier League club to be purchased by a group out of the Middle East. The current owners of the team, American multinational sports holding conglomerate Fenway Sports Group, are reportedly asking upwards of $4 billion USD to part ways with the club and have enlisted the help of Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley to assist with the deal. In recent weeks, Qatar has also been linked to Manchester Unit...