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- Reuters
Bengals QB Joe Burrow to play 'several series' vs. Eagles
August 5 - Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and select starters will see action in Cincinnati's preseason opener against the host Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, coach Zac Taylor told reporters Tuesday. "Several series is what we'll give those starters," Taylor said. Burrow, 28, has thrown a total of eight passes in preseason games the past four years. The two-time Pro Bowl selection completed 5 of 7 passes in the 2024 preseason, his first action in an exhibition game since 2021 when he threw an incompletion in his only attempt. Taylor also noted that his starters will see their most preseason playing time in their Aug. 18 date with the host Washington Commanders. Per Taylor, tight end Mike Gesicki, defensive end Trey Hendrickson, defensive tackle BJ Hill and defensive backs Cam Taylor-Britt and Daxton Hill will sit out Thursday's game versus the Eagles. Cincinnati's starters are not expected to play in the preseason finale against the visiting Indianapolis Colts on Aug. 23. Giving Burrow more preseason snaps may reflect the Bengals' desire to avoid another slow start to the regular season. Cincinnati has started 0-2 in each of the past three campaigns, including 0-3 in 2024. --Field Level Media
Wales Online
26 minutes ago
- Wales Online
Tonight's Cardiff City news as Tsunoda issues statement after exit and rising star catches the eye again
Tonight's Cardiff City news as Tsunoda issues statement after exit and rising star catches the eye again The latest Bluebirds news from Cardiff City Stadium Ryotaro Tsunoda and Ronan Kpakio of Cardiff City (Image: Cardiff City TV) Here are your Cardiff City headlines for Tuesday, August 5. Tsunoda issues statement after exit Ryotaro Tsunoda has issued a statement to Yokohama F. Marinos fans after bringing an end to a frustrating 18-month spell at Cardiff City - during which he failed to make a single appearance for the first team. The 26-year-old defender joined the Bluebirds in early 2023, arriving with promise from Japan. However, he was never handed a competitive debut, failing to feature under Erol Bulut, Omer Riza, Aaron Ramsey or, ultimately, Brian Barry-Murphy. Tsunoda has now sealed a permanent move back to J1 League side Yokohama F. Marinos, the club where he previously impressed before his switch to the Welsh capital. Join the Cardiff City breaking news and top stories WhatsApp community. The Yokohama side find themselves in the relegation zone upon his return and, in a heartfelt message to Marinos fans, Tsunoda admitted the return was not how he had envisioned his journey unfolding, but said he was determined to prove himself once again. 'Dear Marinos family, it's been a long time. I have recently decided to join the team on a permanent transfer,' he said. Article continues below 'This may not be the best timing or situation for either of us to meet again, so I can't proudly say, 'I'm back!' "I have thought a lot about the career I still want to pursue and about showing you all how I am making great strides overseas. However, given the current situation, I wanted to dedicate this moment to Yokohama F. Marinos, so I have returned with a strong resolve." The centre-back added: 'I will fight with all my heart so that F. Marinos can be F. Marinos, and so that they can be where they belong. I hope you will support me.' Tsunoda's departure means he leaves Cardiff without a single minute of senior football to his name, one of several overseas signings made during a turbulent recruitment period that failed to pay off. Cardiff have trimmed their squad considerably this summer following relegation to League One, with new head coach Barry-Murphy overseeing a rebuild ahead of the new season. Incomings are now expected to follow. Bluebirds hammer Wolves in friendly Cardiff's under-21s battered Premier League counterparts Wolves 5-0 in their final pre-season friendly. Darren Purse's side took on the Category One side in Leckwith as they gear up for the start of their Premier League Development 2 campaign - and ended in perfect fashion. Will Spiers, one of the rising stars who caught the eye of a number of fans for his impressive displays for Barry-Murphy's senior side in pre-season, scored twice from right-back. Captain Luke Pearce, another who is steadily scooting under the radar, also scored, while Jake Davies and Troy Perrett, who was reportedly subject of transfer interest from Aston Villa a few months back, were also on the scoresheet. Barry-Murphy will doubtless be keeping an eye on these performances, with the new head coach keen to give Cardiff's youth an opportunity, as evidenced by his youthful starting XI in the win over Peterborough United at the weekend. Cardiff's PDL2 campaign kicks off with a home tie against Sheffield United next Tuesday. Two Cardiff Vertu Trophy fixtures confirmed Cardiff City will kick off their 2025/26 EFL Trophy campaign with an away clash against Exeter City at St James Park on Tuesday, September 16. The Bluebirds have also announced their second group-stage fixture, which will see them host Newport County at Cardiff City Stadium on Tuesday, October 7. Details for the third and final group game, against Arsenal Under-21s, are yet to be confirmed and will be announced in the coming weeks. The top two teams from each group will progress to the knockout stages, which will remain regionalised until the quarter-final stage. Article continues below This season's EFL Trophy final is scheduled to take place at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Sign up to our daily Cardiff City newsletter here.
The Independent
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- The Independent
Double Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel to ride for Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe from 2026
Double Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel has sealed a blockbuster transfer from Soudal Quick-Step to Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe, effective from 2026. His contract, which had been due to run until the end of 2026, has been terminated by mutual agreement to facilitate a move to the German team. Evenepoel's future has been one of the biggest topics of debate and gossip over the last couple of transfer windows. Ineos Grenadiers were reportedly interested in the Belgian in 2023 and speculation was rife that he would join Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe last summer, both rumours he denied at the time. However, the likelihood of an imminent transfer escalated after the Tour de France this summer as several members of the Red Bull hierarchy, including sports director Rolf Adag, departed the team, potentially paving the way for members of Evenepoel's entourage to take up new roles. Soudal Quick-Step released a statement on Tuesday saying: 'Representatives of Remco informed the team's management that he did not wish to discuss an extension of his current agreement, which expires at the end of 2026. After taking some time to consult with our sponsors and partners, the team's ownership and management have decided that it is in best interest of everyone to agree that Remco can move at the end of the current 2025 season. 'While we regret Remco's decision to leave, we will foster the memories that we have made and will continue to strive together to achieve some significant results for the rest of the season.' His new team shared the news in quite a different manner, saying: 'A new chapter begins for one of the most defining riders of his generation. Remco Evenepoel's arrival marks more than just a milestone for Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe – it is a clear signal. With renewed confidence and bold ambition, the team is setting its course to become one of the most attractive forces on the international cycling stage in the years to come.' Evenepoel claimed a historic double Olympic gold in Paris last year, winning both the time trial and road race, as well as the Vuelta a Espana title in 2022. He is arguably the best time-triallist in the world, with two world titles to his name, as well as victories in two Tour de France TTs, and is also an accomplished Classics rider with two Monument wins, both at Liege-Bastogne-Liege. He finished on the podium of the Tour de France last year but, having suffered a serious crash in training last December, was on the back foot preparing for this year's race. The Belgian abandoned after losing chunks of time in the Pyrenees, later revealing that he had raced with a broken rib. The 25-year-old turned professional with Soudal Quick-Step in 2019. The team had previously been more of a Classics-focused squad, and the news of this transfer suggests that Evenepoel believes he needs support for a Grand Tour bid from more of a heavyweight outfit. Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe have built up more of a Grand Tour-focused team in recent years, particularly since the energy giant came on board in 2024. However, Evenepoel's move means the Red Bull bus is increasingly crowded with Grand Tour contenders. Four-time Vuelta champion Primoz Roglic, who has also won the Giro d'Italia, has been the outfit's primary hope in the last two seasons. But the recent success of youngsters Giulio Pellizzarri and Florian Lipowitz, alongside the presence of former Giro champion Jai Hindley and podium finisher Dani Martinez, means there could be something of a battle for supremacy in 2026.
