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The new US Open mixed doubles tournament begins with the defending champions showing how it's done
FILE - Sara Errani, of Italy, and Andrea Vavassori, of Italy, hold up the championship trophy after defeating Taylor Townsend, of the United States, and Donald Young, of the United States, in the mixed doubles final of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson, File) JJ flag wire: true flag sponsored: false article_type: : sWebsitePrimaryPublication : publications/toronto_star bHasMigratedAvatar : false :
Toronto Star
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Canadian cyclist Michael Woods announces plans to retire at end of current season
Canada's Michael Woods approaches the finish line to win the ninth stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 182.5 kilometres (113.5 miles) with start in Saint-Leonard-de-Noblat and finish in Puy de Dome, France, Sunday, July 9, 2023. (AP Photo/Daniel Cole) AF flag wire: true flag sponsored: false article_type: : sWebsitePrimaryPublication : publications/toronto_star bHasMigratedAvatar : false :
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Mexico says there's no agreement with DEA for new border enforcement collaboration
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NFL stars under pressure: Which players have the most to prove this season?
As usual, plenty of quarterbacks will be in the spotlight. Published Aug 19, 2025 • 6 minute read Buffalo Bills running back James Cook walks on the field during practice at the team's training camp in Juy. Photo by AP Photo / AP Photo The pressure is on several big-name NFL players as they enter a season that will go a long way toward determining their playing futures — and possibly that of their teams. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields is getting another chance as a starter on his third team in five years, this time looking to help end the league's longest active playoff drought at 14 seasons. Jacksonville's Trevor Lawrence got a huge payday before last season — a five-year, $275 million contract extension, including $142 million guaranteed — but struggled with injury and inconsistency as the Jaguars missed the postseason. Young quarterbacks such as Minnesota's J.J. McCarthy, Indianapolis' Anthony Richardson, Chicago's Caleb Williams and Carolina's Bryce Young are also in the spotlight. But it's not only the signal callers. Buffalo running back James Cook, San Francisco running back Christian McCaffrey, Dallas wide receiver George Pickens, Atlanta tight end Kyle Pitts and New England defensive lineman Milton Williams are among a handful of NFL stars with something to prove because of injuries, mediocre play or needing to justify big contracts. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. James Cook, RB, Bills The star running back ended his contract standoff last Wednesday by signing a four-year deal that will pay him $48 million _ including $30 million in guaranteed money. Cook tied for the NFL lead with 16 touchdown runs last season, a breakout year for the 2022 second-rounder out of Georgia. He now must live up to that lofty contract while helping Josh Allen make Buffalo's offense roll. Justin Fields, QB, Jets Fields was a first-rounder in 2021 by Chicago, which hoped he was the Bears' franchise quarterback. He was gone after just three seasons, sent to Pittsburgh — where he went 4-2 for an injured Russell Wilson before heading to the bench for the veteran. He's now replacing Aaron Rodgers with the Jets, who signed him to a two-year, $40 million deal, installed him as their starter and believe his dual-threat playmaking ability is a perfect fit for their new-look offense. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Trevor Lawrence, QB, Jaguars The No. 1 overall pick in the 2021 draft went to the Pro Bowl as an alternate in his second season with a breakout year, but hasn't been able to match that success. Lawrence played in only 10 games last season because of a shoulder injury and then a concussion. He's playing for a new coach in Liam Coen and is still considered a potential franchise quarterback. Two-way rookie sensation Travis Hunter should help, but Lawrence's health and consistency are the key to the Jaguars' success on offense. Christian McCaffrey, RB, 49ers The 2023 AP Offensive Player of the Year has proven himself before, bouncing back from injuries to be a dominant playmaker. McCaffrey will need to do it again for the 49ers, and this time coming off a season marred by knee and Achilles tendon issues. And, he's 29, an age when many running backs start to decline. McCaffrey has looked like himself during the summer and another rebound season could help the 49ers get back to the playoffs. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. J.J. McCarthy, QB, Vikings The 10th overall pick in last year's draft very well could've been Minnesota's starter as a rookie if not for a knee injury in the preseason opener that sidelined him the rest of the season. Sam Darnold stepped in and had the best year of his career. But the Vikings decided to not re-sign Darnold, who signed a three-year, $100.5 million contract with Seattle. Minnesota has turned its offense over to McCarthy, who needs to reward their faith in him by being a capable leader for a playoff-ready team. George Pickens, WR, Cowboys In May, Dallas acquired the 2022 second-round pick from Pittsburgh to be its No. 2 receiver and complement CeeDee Lamb as Dak Prescott's primary options in the passing game. Pickens was a playmaker for the Steelers, but not enough — with just one season of 60 or more catches and 1,000 yards receiving, both in 2023. His frustration over a lack of targets, penalties and sideline outbursts also helped make his stay in Pittsburgh short. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Kyle Pitts, TE, Falcons Pitts came to Atlanta as the highest-selected tight end in NFL draft history at No. 4 overall. His mix of speed, size and physicality had the Falcons daydreaming of mismatches all over the field. Instead, Pitts has failed to be that consistently dominant force. He has topped 60 catches and 1,000 yards receiving just once, both in his first season. Pitts is in the final year of his rookie contract. Brock Purdy, QB, 49ers No longer just a feel-good NFL story after he was 'Mr. Irrelevant' as the final pick in the 2022 draft, Purdy has already played in a Super Bowl. Some critics have attributed Purdy's success to him simply being a product of coach Kyle Shanahan's offense. The 49ers see him as much more, though, and rewarded him with a five-year $265 million contract extension in May. After his numbers dropped a bit in 2024, getting McCaffrey and eventually wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk back from injuries should help Purdy. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Anthony Richardson, QB, Colts Richardson has been an enigma on the field since being selected fourth overall in 2023. He played in only four games as a rookie because of a sprained shoulder and started just 11 last season while finishing with an NFL-worst 47.7% completion rate. Richardson missed four games with injuries and was also benched for two in favor of Joe Flacco in the middle of the season after asking out of a game because of fatigue. He was in a camp competition with veteran Daniel Jones and coach Shane Steichen hadn't yet declared his starter for Week 1. Kayvon Thibodeaux, Edge, Giants The pass rusher's name came up in trade rumors during the offseason, particularly after the Giants drafted Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter with the third overall pick. New York insisted it wanted to keep Thibodeaux — the Giants picked up his fifth-year contract option — to complement a solid pass rush rotation. Thibodeaux, a first-rounder in 2022, is coming off a season with just 5 1/2 sacks, but insists his goal entering every year is to set the single-season record. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Caleb Williams, QB, Bears The first overall pick last year is only entering his second NFL season, but all eyes have been on him in Chicago with new coach Ben Johnson taking over. Williams put up solid numbers as a rookie with 3,541 yards passing, 20 TDs and only six interceptions. But he took way too many sacks — a league-high 68. Some of the blame was on the offensive line, which has been upgraded, but Williams also routinely held the ball too long. Milton Williams, DL, Patriots Williams was a third-round pick by Philadelphia in 2021 and worked his way into being a force for the Eagles on their vaunted D-line. After Fletcher Cox retired following the 2023 season, Williams saw increased snaps and capped a breakout year by taking down Patrick Mahomes twice — including a strip-sack and fumble recovery in the Super Bowl win over Kansas City. He signed a four-year, $104 million contract with New England in the offseason, making his annual salary the highest ever for a Patriots player. Bryce Young, QB, Panthers The No. 1 overall pick in 2023 had the expected up-and-down struggles of a rookie QB, but was benched last season in favor of Andy Dalton after just two games. Young regained the starting role after five games when Dalton went down with an injury and finished on a positive note with seven TD passes and no INTs with three rushing scores in his final three games, including two overtime wins. He needs to build on that to erase any doubt the Panthers have about their long-term plans at quarterback. Toronto Blue Jays Sunshine Girls Canada World Columnists
Time of India
2 hours ago
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- Time of India
US Open 2025: World No.1 Jannik Sinner withdraws from mixed doubles – Here's why
Italy's Jannik Sinner (AP Photo/Joanna Chan) World number one tennis player Jannik Sinner and his partner Katerina Siniakova have withdrawn from the US Open mixed doubles championship after Sinner was forced to retire due to illness during the Cincinnati Open final against Carlos Alcaraz on Monday, tournament organizers confirmed on Tuesday in New York. The 24-year-old Sinner had to concede the Cincinnati final to Alcaraz after falling behind 5-0 in the first set due to an illness that began the day before the match. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "I'm disappointed, I didn't feel great from yesterday," Sinner said on court. "During the night, I thought I would recover a bit better, but it was not the case." Following his withdrawal from the Cincinnati final, Sinner did not attend the post-match press conference but issued a statement confirming his participation in the US Open singles tournament, which begins on Sunday. "I love Grand Slams a lot, they are the main tournaments for, for my season and my career," said Sinner, the reigning US Open champion. "The US Open is going to be a tough tournament, but in the same time, I'm looking forward to it if I'm ready, physically and mentally." Poll How do you feel about Jannik Sinner's withdrawal from the mixed doubles event at the US Open? Disappointed Understandable given his condition Hope he recovers soon The mixed doubles event, scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, features a new shortened format designed to bring together the world's top singles players. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Common Breakfast Food Accelerates Brain Aging Brain Health Learn More Undo Sinner's statement did not address his participation in the mixed doubles competition, leading to speculation about his ability to compete. Tournament organizers announced that American duo Danielle Collins and Christian Harrison will replace Sinner and Siniakova in the draw. They will face Switzerland's Belinda Bencic and Germany's Alexander Zverev in the opening round. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
