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Transfer news LIVE! Timber hints at Arsenal done deal, Rice latest; Caicedo to Chelsea; Spurs medical

The summer transfer window continues to heat up nicely as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham all work to complete some huge early signings. Arsenal are set to finalize their record-breaking £105million swoop for Declan Rice, with an official announcement expected soon, while Jurrien Timber has also reportedly missed Ajax training as he looks to seal his own high-profile switch to the Emirates. The Gunners could face a major fight with Liverpool for Romeo Lavia, while Chelsea are set to continue talks with Brighton over Moises Caicedo this week as they also target the likes of Celta Vigo starlet Gabri…
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Nick Taylor talks Canadian Open win

Nick Taylor is still “buzzing” from the 72-foot putt that rolled him straight into Canadian sporting history. Speaking with CTV News from Los Angeles as he prepares for the upcoming US Open, the 35-year-old admits he didn’t get much sleep after winning the Canadian Open on Sunday. He’s still processing his walk-off putt and how it’s now being heralded as a Canadian heritage moment. “I don’t know how to take that yet, honestly, I remember those moments when Sidney Crosby scored the gold medal goal. My dad was a massive Blue Jays fan and I watched Joe Carter’s home run…
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BC’s first Indigenous golf tournament teed off this week

Golfers of all ages from across the province began teeing off Monday in BC’s first Indigenous golf tournament. Competitors and organizers say it’s a step forward for a sport that has not historically been inclusive. “Golf has traditionally been a fairly elitist sport and the doors have been closed to many,” said competitor and event chair Christina Proteau. Over 100 Indigenous golfers representing 80 different nations across the province gathered at the Nk’Mip Canyon Desert Golf Course in the southern Okanagan Valley for the inaugural event. It kicked off Sunday with an opening ceremony and practice round that featured an…
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Kessock Bridge closure strands football fans after cup final

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Former Richmond basketball player inducted into hall of fame

“I just thank the guys before me because they’re the ones that built the foundation for when I joined the sport,” said Alan Tait. One of Richmond’s most prominent basketball players has been inducted into Basketball BC’s Hall of Fame. Alan Tait, a former Richmond High School athlete, was known as one of the most prolific scorers in BC high school boys’ basketball history. Aside from receiving the award at the induction ceremony, Tait said he enjoyed talking to people he hasn’t seen in two to three decades. “It was a little emotional,” he said. “I just thank the guys…
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22-year average time to fix bridges in Scotland

New analysis has revealed that it takes on average 22 years to fix a bridge in Scotland, with many crumbling in the Highlands. Major upgrades are needed for 35 vital crossings (“substandard bridges”), however, research has shown that some communities are waiting years – sometimes decades – for crucial changes to be made. The report reveals that Argyll and Bute Council noticed the Connel Bridge that crosses from Loch Etive to Connel near Oban required work in 2016, however, it will not be signed off until 2024. The Connell Bridge is located near Oban. Image: Kevin McGlynn. One of the…
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Cove Rangers 0-5 Partick Thistle: Hosts’ relegation woes deepen

A direct Cove Rangers performance underlined their current woes as they were beaten comprehensively by Partick Thistle 5-0. Goals from Scott Tiffoney and Steven Lawless put Partick two clear at the break, with Brian Graham, Kevin Holt and Danny Mullen finding the net in the second. It continues Cove’s plummet towards the bottom of the Championship – they have one once in 14 – with Paul Hartley’s side only handed a reprieve by Hamilton’s drubbing at Dundee. Played through on goal by Mitch Megginson early, Leighton McIntosh had the first opportunity after three minutes but goalkeeper David Mitchell blocked his…
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Sport Manitoba denies recognition to underwater football

The made-in-Manitoba sport of underwater football is in jeopardy after it was denied recognition by Sport Manitoba. This news comes as the Manitoba Underwater Council – underwater football’s parent organization – failed to meet the requirements to stay under the umbrella of Sport Manitoba. “This is in no way trying to eliminate an activity,” said Janet McMahon, president and CEO of Sport Manitoba, in an interview on Tuesday. “But it is around trying to create some standards that everyone can meet [so] that we can guarantee that participants have quality programming, that we are offering it to everyone, and it’s…