Top Trending Sports Stories for March 09, 2016
By kennystockerfexycom on March 9, 2016NFL free agency is in session, Ronaldo scolds soccer fans, McGregor can fight again ASAP and the Warriors percent change to set wins record. Be sure to stay up to the minute on your favorite trending stories on our sports portal.
Ramos defends Ronaldo after he was booed by Real Madrid fans
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Sergio Ramos has leapt to the defense of Cristiano Ronaldo after the striker was booed by Real Madrid fans despite scoring and setting up his side's second goal in Tuesday's win over Roma.
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Ex-Jets RB Chris Ivory to sign with Jacksonville Jaguars
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The Jacksonville Jaguars tried signing a bruising running back in free agency two years ago in Toby Gerhart. That didn't work out, so they are trying it again with a more proven option.
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Top nose tackle Ian Williams staying with Niners
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Per NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport, Ian Williams, one of the best 3-4 nose tackles in football last year will remain in San Francisco. The former undrafted free agent out of Notre Dame will earn his big payday.
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Conor McGregor faces no medical suspension, cleared to return ASAP
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If Conor McGregor wants to fight at UFC 200, he will eligible after he was medically cleared of all injuries following his battle with Nate Diaz on Saturday. Despite a hard-fought two rounds with Diaz, McGregor will actually face no medical suspension at all after losing by submission in the second round due to a rear naked choke.
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Brazil boss Dunga backs Neymar for Olympics over Copa America
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Brazil coach Dunga says he would rather see Neymar compete for his country at the Rio Olympic Games this summer than play in the Copa America.
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Chase for 73: Warriors have 60.2 percent chance to set record
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The Golden State Warriors shattered the record for best start in NBA history (24-0) en route to a 56-6 mark, all while blitzing their opponents by nearly 11 points per game. Are Stephen Curry & Co. a threat to match – or even break – the 72-10 record set by Michael Jordan and the legendary 1995-96 Chicago Bulls?
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Report: Dwight Howard interested in joining Knicks in offseason
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After reportedly being shopped around the trade deadline, Dwight Howard knows his tenure with the Houston Rockets will likely come to an end this summer. Howard can opt out of his contract and sign with whatever team he wants, which according to ESPN's Ian Begley could be the New York Knicks.
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The first sanctioned stock car race at Daytona was a disaster
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The first sanctioned stock car race at Daytona was held 80 years ago on March 8, 1936 — and it was a bit of a disaster. The winner of the race, run on a beach road course, had to be towed out at least five times, and the race was called three laps early due to track conditions.
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Report: Ex-Bears RB Matt Forte is drawing interest from the Packers
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The Bears' decision to let running back Matt Forte walk away in free agency could end up backfiring on them. According to ESPN.com, Forte is drawing interest from the last team that Bears fans want to see him sign with: the Green Bay Packers.
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Seahawks lose linebacker Bruce Irvin to the Raiders
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The Seattle Seahawks defense just took a big hit Tuesday. Linebacker Bruce Irvin will sign with the Oakland Raiders, FOX Sports NFL Insider Mike Garafolo confirmed.
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