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July 12, 2015

Troy Tulowitzki was a big hit for the Rockies again Sunday, hitting a three-run homer and running his streak of reaching base to 38 consecutive games, tied for fourth in…

An early start on a major test at St. Andrews
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An early start on a major test at St. Andrews

July 12, 2015

Tiger Woods gets in the swing of things Sunday ahead of the British Open later this week at St. Andrews.Peter Morrison/Associated Press They just weren’t on the same hole. Hahn…

Tour leader Froome confident heading to Pyrenees mountains
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Tour leader Froome confident heading to Pyrenees mountains

July 12, 2015

Christopher Froome, right, kept a hold on the overall leader’s yellow jersey Sunday during the ninth stage of the Tour de France.Peter Dejong/Associated Press The British rider, seeking his second…

Djokovic beats Federer for 3rd Wimbledon title, 9th major
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Djokovic beats Federer for 3rd Wimbledon title, 9th major

July 12, 2015

A common sight in men’s tennis in recent years – Novak Djokovic celebrating a major title after defeating Roger Federer on Sunday at Wimbledon.Alastair Grant/Associated Press Two points later, Djokovic…

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July 11, 2015

Kyle Busch wins second race since return from leg injury SPARTA, Ky. – Kyle Busch outdueled Joey Logano late to win the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race Saturday night at…

CarGo continues hot streak with homer, walkoff
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CarGo continues hot streak with homer, walkoff

July 11, 2015

Carlos Gonzalez contnued his hot streak with an early home run and a late game-winning single.Joe Mahoney/Associated Press Misfortune hit the Braves at the outset of the Rockies’ late rally.…

Hardrock 100 builds a strong sense of family
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Hardrock 100 builds a strong sense of family

July 11, 2015

The Hardrock 100 is one of the most enduring races of its kind in the world. Superstar athletes celebrate its “ambiance.”Steve Lewis/Durango Herald Dale Garland has put on the Super…

Tour de France at a glance
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Tour de France at a glance

July 11, 2015

Christopher Froome held onto the yellow leader’s jersey for a second consecutive day.Christophe Ena/Associated Press Stage: A mostly flat 112.5-mile trek starting from Rennes and finishing with a short but…

Wimbledon at a glance
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Wimbledon at a glance

July 11, 2015

Weather: Partly cloudy. High of 79 degrees. Women’s singles final: No. 1 Serena Williams beat No. 20 Garbine Muguruza 6-4, 6-4 for her sixth Wimbledon title and 21st Grand Slam…

CarGo continues hot streak as Rockies beat Braves
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CarGo continues hot streak as Rockies beat Braves

July 10, 2015

Carlos Gonzalez continued his hot streak with a homer Friday.David Zalubowski/Associated Press Daniel Descalso had a run-scoring triple and Nolan Arenado and D.J. LeMahieu added RBI doubles for the Rockies,…

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July 10, 2015

Rain halts all NASCAR qualifying in Kentucky SPARTA, Ky. – Rain returned to Kentucky Speedway on Friday and canceled qualifying for the Sprint Cup and Xfinity series races. Starting grids…

Wimbledon at a glance
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Wimbledon at a glance

July 10, 2015

Weather: Sunny. High of 79. Men’s semifinal results: No. 1 Novak Djokovic beat No. 21 Richard Gasquet 7-6 (2), 6-4, 6-4; No. 2 Roger Federer beat No. 3 Andy Murray…

Tour de France at a glance
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Tour de France at a glance

July 10, 2015

Stage: A mostly flat stage for sprinters, starting from Livarot in the Normandy region – home to a cheese of the same name – and ending 118 miles later in…

Hardrock 100 pacers keep runners motivated, on target
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Hardrock 100 pacers keep runners motivated, on target

July 10, 2015

Pace runners accompany the ultra marathon runners for the majority of the 100-mile race through the San Juan mountains. They carry supplies to the 13 aid stations along the 100-mile…

CarGo’s 3 doubles help Rockies over Braves in the rain
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CarGo’s 3 doubles help Rockies over Braves in the rain

July 9, 2015

Carlos Gonzalez hit three doubles Thursday night against Atlanta.David Zalubowski/Associated Press Troy Tulowitzki singled to extend his hitting streak to 21 games longest in the majors this season for the…

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July 9, 2015

John Deere Classic drags Spieth down; 2 tied for lead SILVIS, Illinois – Justin Thomas and Nicholas Thompson were tied for the lead at 8 under par in Thursday’s opening…

LeBron James signs another 2-year deal in Cleveland
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LeBron James signs another 2-year deal in Cleveland

July 9, 2015

James This decision was easy. Just shy of the one-year anniversary of his celebrated homecoming, James agreed to terms on a two-year, $47 million contract for next season, two people…