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<html>Report: Cavs offer free agent C Bynum two-year contract{eot}The Canadian Press7/9/2013 11:13:55 AMText SizeCLEVELAND -- has a new team waiting for him. The enigmatic free-agent centre, who didn't play a single second for Philadelphia last season because of knee injuries, is mulling a two-year offer from the Cleveland Cavaliers, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday. Cleveland made the offer, which includes a team option in the second year, during his visit to the Cavs' facility Monday. Bynum did not work out but the team examined him thoroughly. The person with knowledge of the negotiations spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the talks. Yahoo! Sports first reported Cleveland's offer and said it was worth $24 million. The 25-year-old Bynum had arthroscopic surgery on both knees in March, but the Cavs apparently are confident he will return to the form that made him one of the NBA's best centres. They're also counting on him thriving under Cleveland coach Mike Brown, who has returned to the Cavs after being fired three years ago. Brown and Bynum spent one season together with the Los Angeles Lakers and the 7-footer had his best year,M. e .ent elemoregonwhich ia hardthey would Da har, averaging 18.7 points and 11.8 rebounds. Over the past four seasons, Bynum has averaged 14.7 points and 9.5 rebounds. Cleveland has competition in its pursuit of Bynum, who was scheduled to meet with the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday and is expected to visit Dallas on Wednesday. The Mavericks need a big man after losing out in the sweepstakes. It's not clear when Bynum will make his decision. The NBA's free-agency moratorium period ends Wednesday. His agent, , did not immediately respond to a phone message. The Cavs have already landed forward and guard in free agency and are looking to move up quickly. They would immediately vault into contention in the Eastern Conference with a healthy Bynum paired with All-Star guard and a roster that includes forward , guard and forward Anthony Bennett, the No. 1 overall pick in last month's draft. The Sixers acquired Bynum last summer from the Lakers as part of a four-team trade. Bynum, who made $16.9 million despite not playing last season,Cjakecontinentalpurchases angry birds publisher Cthey wouldinsideconsiderable amount, never got healthy enough to get on the floor with the Sixers. The Cavs would be taking a risk with Bynum that could have huge rewards. He would instantly raise their profile and probably get them back to the playoffs after winning just 66 games combined the past three seasons. In giving him only a two-year deal,Pittsburgh Pirates Caps-01,Bflowedd; Hpurchases angry birds publishervsafarir kerosene am able to a hand un, they would not be tying up much money which would allow them to stay flexible next summer when several top-tier free agents -- possibly -- will be on the market.</html>
Nadal downs Ferrer to capture eighth French Open title
<html>Nadal downs Ferrer to capture eighth French Open title{eot}The Canadian Press6/9/2013 1:57:28 PMText SizePARIS -- If Rafael Nadal truly was going to be challenged, if his bid for an unprecedented eighth French Open championship would be slowed even a bit, this might have been the moment. Leading by a set and a break 70 minutes into Sunday's final against David Ferrer, another generally indefatigable Spaniard, Nadal faced four break points in one game. The last was a 31-stroke exchange, the match's longest, capped when Nadal absorbed Ferrer's strong backhand approach and transformed it into a cross-court backhand passing shot. Ferrer glared at the ball as it flew past and landed in a corner, then smiled ruefully. What else was there to do? Dealing with Nadal's defence-to-offence on red clay is a thankless task. His rain-soaked 6-3, 6-2, 6-3 victory over Ferrer on was Nadal's record 59th win in 60 matches at the French Open and made him the only man with eight titles at any Grand Slam tournament.
I never like to compare years, but it's true that this year means something very special for me, Nadal said, alluding to the way he managed to come back from a left knee injury that sidelined him for about seven months. When you have a period of time like I had, he added, you realize that you don't know if you will have the chance to be back here with this trophy another time.
But he does it, year after year. He won four French Opens in a row from 2005-08, and another four in a row from 2010-13.
Rafael was better than me, said Ferrer, who had won all 18 sets he'd played the past two weeks to reach his first Grand Slam final at age 31. He didn't make mistakes.
A week past his 27th birthday, Nadal now owns 12 major trophies in all -- including two from Wimbledon, one each from the U.S. Open and Australian Open -- to eclipse Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver and equal Roy Emerson for the third-most in history. Nadal trails only Roger Federer's 17 and Pete Sampras' 14.
Winning 17 Grand Slam titles, that's miles away, Nadal said with his typical humility. I'm not even thinking about it.
This was Nadal's first major tournament after a surprising second-round loss at Wimbledon last June. Since rejoining the tour in February, he is 43-2 with seven titles and two runner-up finishes. He's won his past 22 matches.
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Let's be plain: No one, perhaps not even Ferrer himself, expected Nadal to lose Sunday. That's because of Nadal's skill on clay, in general, and at Roland Garros, in particular, but also because of how Ferrer had fared against his friend and countryman -- and video-game competitor -- in the past. Ferrer entered Sunday 4-19 against Nadal. On clay, Nadal had 16 consecutive victories over Ferrer, whose only head-to-head win on the surface came the first time they played, in July 2004, when Nadal was 18. Nadal had yet to make his French Open debut then, missing it that year because of a broken left foot. On May 23, 2005, Nadal played his first match at Roland Garros, beating Lars Burgsmuller 6-1, 7-6 (4), 6-1 on Court 1, known as the bullring because of its oval shape. And so began the reign. Nadal won a record 31 consecutive matches at the French Open until the fourth round in 2009, when Robin Soderling beat him. In 2010, Nadal started a new streak, which currently stands at 28. There was occasional shakiness this year. Nadal lost the first set of each of his first two matches, and was pushed to a tiebreaker to begin his third. His fourth match, a straight-set win against No. 15 Kei Nishikori, was a major step forward, Nadal said. Still, he barely edged No. 1-ranked Novak Djokovic in a thrilling semifinal that lasted more than 4 1/2 hours and ended 9-7 in the fifth set Friday. By any measure, that match was far more enjoyable to take in than the final, akin to dining on a filet mignon accompanied by a well-aged bottle of Bordeaux -- each bite and sip rich, textured -- one day, then grabbing a hot dog and can of soda from a street vendor 48 hours later. Under a leaden sky that eventually would release a steady shower from the second set on, Ferrer felt nerves at the outset, he acknowledged later. But after the players traded early breaks, Ferrer held for a 3-2 lead. That's when Nadal took over,Wisconsin's Polynesian pipeline could include Liberty li, winning seven games in a row and 12 of 14 to render the ultimate result pretty clear. It was as if he simply decided, Enough is enough. His court coverage was impeccable, as usual, showing no signs of any problems from that left knee, which was supported by a band of white tape. His lefty forehand whips were really on-target, accounting for 19 of his 35 winners and repeatedly forcing errors from Ferrer. When Nadal did have lapses, he admonished himself, once slapping his forehead with his right palm after pushing a lob wide. But what's demoralizing for opponents is the way Nadal slams the door when they have openings, then rushes through when he gets the slightest chance. He was at his relentless best on key points, including those four break chances for Ferrer at 3-1 in the second set. Immediately after, Nadal broke to 5-1 on a forehand winner down the line. As Nadal prepared to serve in the next game, a man wearing a white mask and carrying a fiery flare jumped out of the stands nearby. The intruder quickly was shoved to the ground by one security guard, while another went to protect Nadal.
I felt a little bit scared at the first moment, Nadal said, because I didn't see what's going on.
It happened within a few minutes of other actions by protesters,[1], including chanting from the upper deck that briefly delayed play. Police said seven people were held for questioning. Nadal got broken in that game, then broke back right away to take the second set. The third set was similar to the first. It was 3-all, then suddenly over. Nadal took the last three games, ending the match with a forehand winner before dropping his racket and falling on his back, leaving a rust-colored smudge on his white shirt and flecks of clay on his stubbled cheeks. Soon he was standing, holding his index finger aloft. Yes, Nadal is No. 1 at the French Open, without a doubt. When the ATP rankings are issued Monday, however, he will be No. 5, due to points he dropped while hurt. Oddly enough, Ferrer will be at No. 4.
Yeah, it's strange,Texans 24 Joseph white Jerseys, no? I lost the final against Rafael, but tomorrow I am going to be No. 4 and him No. 5, Ferrer said with a grin, then delivered his punchline: I prefer to win here and to stay No. 5.
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NASCAR Canadian Tire Series News & Notes- Vernon
<html>NASCAR Canadian Tire Series News & Notes: Vernon{eot}Press Release7/8/2013 5:49:10 PMText SizeDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Passing the torch from father to son is one of the most time-honored and fulfilling experiences there is.For Trevor and Ryley Seibert that is what the 2013 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series presented by Mobil 1 is about. The bulk of Trevor's career, that has included a stint in the Firestone Indy Lights series, is in his rearview mirror while 21-year-old Ryley is just embarking on his career that extends beyond the local level. I race for the enjoyment of it at this point, said the elder Seibert. And to gauge where Ryley is in his development. It's not necessarily about beating me, but more to see how he reacts to things and matures as a racer. While the plan for advancement is not quite as accelerated as Ryley would like, it is one that is pragmatic and based on acquired skills. He needs to earn his way and learn the business, Trevor stated. We're just not going to move up for the sake of moving up. He's going to need to prove that he belongs and can handle it. More is accomplished by earning it rather than having it handed to you. So, that's how we're looking at it. I want to do more and more, but I understand where my (father) is coming from, Ryley said. I get impatient, but it's definitely the best way to go. As a series rookie of the year contender, the younger Seibert has been to the top-finishing rookie in three of the four events this season and holds a slim lead over Alex Guenette in the rookie standings. Coming into the season the younger Seibert had five Canadian Tire Series starts under his belt. I think the progression has been good, said Ryley. There's lots of room for improvement, but there always is. The Seiberts out of Williams Lake, B.C., get to compete before their home fans this week in the A W Cruisin' The Dub 300 on Saturday, July 13 at Motoplex Speedway and Event Park in Vernon, B.C. Doing well there has a number of benefits. Winning in front of friends and family is always special. Bragging rights are pretty fun, too, said Trevor. From a business point of view it's good,Couthey wouldwunattainable coupon sthey woulda hardent elemcoupon s “-dodgy, as well. Sponsorship can come from some pretty strange places sometimes and local connections are often good for that. Ryley competes regularly at Motoplex in the local divisions and he would like nothing more than to put on a great show for his rivals there. It would be huge to have a great run there, said Ryley.Race: A W Cruisin' The Dub 300Place: Motoplex Speedway Event Park, Vernon, B.C.Date: Saturday, July 13Time: 8:15 p.m. PTTV Schedule: TSN, Sun., July 28, 11 a.m. ET; RDS2, Sat., Aug. 3, 7 p.m. ETTrack Layout: Half-mile tri-oval2012 Winner: D.J. Kennington2012 Pole Sitter: Ron Beauchamp Jr.Event Schedule: Practice 1-1:30 p.m.; Final Practice 2-2:30 p.m.; Qualifying 5:15 p.m.; On-Track Autograph Session 7 p.m.; Driver Introductions 7:50 p.m.Track Contact: Bob Newcombe, (250) 542-9090, Event Twitter Hashtag: #AW300NASCAR IMC Contact: Kevin W. Green, (386) 566-8543 or , Twitter: @KevinW_GreenIf photographs or graphics are needed for the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series presented by Mobil 1, please contact Shon Sbarra at (704) 309-5493 or EVENT SCHEDULE ENTRY LISTFAST FACTSThe Race: This is the fifth event of the 2013 season for the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series presented by Mobil 1 and the third of eight oval-track events on the schedule. This is the series' seventh visit to the track.The Procedure: The starting field is 24 cars, including provisionals. The first 21 cars will qualify through two-lap time trials. The remaining three spots will be awarded through the provisional process. The race will be 300 laps covering 150 miles.The Track: The Motoplex Speedway half-mile banked tri-oval is 55 feet wide on the front and back straights, and 60 feet wide in the turns. Banking in Turns 1 and 2 is 11 degrees, while Turns 3 and 4 are banked at 14 degrees. The facility has seating for 7,500 spectators, including corporate hospitality facilities and VIP suites. The track's first event took place on August 12, 2000. The track was known as SunValley Speedway through the 2009 season.The Records: The one-lap qualifying record for the Canadian Tire Series at the track is 18.168 seconds (99.075 mph), set by D.J. Kennington on July 31, 2010. The 300-lap race record was established on July 18, 2009 by Andrew Ranger at 1 hour, 52 minutes, 29 seconds for an average speed of 81.612 mph.VERNON NOTESFavorites: If Motoplex Speedway is not Scott Steckly's (No. 22 Canadian Tire Dodge) favorite track, it should be. In six Canadian Tire Series starts at the track, the two-time series champion has a pair of wins, three second-place finishes and a third-place showing last season.Long Road: After competing in Mirabel,[2], Quebec on July 7, Canadian Tire Series teams will make the long trip west to British Columbia. The point-to-point trip covers over 2,Sabres 30 Miller dk blue 3rd Jerseys,Coroner IDs boy found in swimming pool,500 miles across Canada.Long Road, Part II: The 300-lap race on the half-mile tri-oval at Motoplex Speedway is the longest race on the series schedule. The other two 300-lappers on the schedule are at on third-mile tracks in Antigonish, N.S. and Barrie, Ontario.Still Looking: With a sixth-place finish at Circuit ICAR points leader D.J. Kennington (No. 17 Castrol Edge/Mahindra Tractors Dodge) is still looking for his first win of the 2013 season. The defending series champion claimed his first Motoplex triumph last year. Western Swing: This season's swing through Western Canada consists of two races. The Motoplex Speedway event will be followed up by the Saskatoon event on Wednesday, July 17.Brothers In Arms: Brothers Jason and Jim White- both British Columbia residents - will share the track for the first time this season and for competing teams. Jason's car is prepared by DJK Racing while Jim's Dodge will come out of the 22 Racing stable.Come On Out: Joining the Canadian Tire Series at the British Columbia half-mile tri-oval will be the A W Street Stocks. Ticket information for the event can be found at .LAST TIME OUT: Jiffy Lube 100Still The King: Andrew Ranger continued his road-course dominance in the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series by picking up his 14th series career road-racing victory since the series began in 2007. It was his 17th overall series win. Ranger also has nine career triumphs in his home province of Quebec.More Like It: After a pair of sub-par performances to start the 2013 season by Scott Steckly, the two-time champion has recorded back-to-back second-place finishes to move up to seventh in the point standings.Dumoulins Double Up: Brothers Jean-Francois (eighth) and Louis-Philippe Dumoulin (third) scored top-10 finishes at Circuit ICAR. It's the fourth time in the Canadian Tire Series that both Trois-Rivieres, Quebec competitors registered top 10s in the same event.Off And Running: Rookie Alex Guenette experienced a few bumps to the start the season, but the 17-year-old picked up his first series-career top 10 with a 10th-place finish in the Jiffy Lube 100 presented by Snap-on at Circuit ICAR.NEXT TIME OUT: Velocity Prairie ThunderThe NASCAR Canadian Tire Series presented by Mobil 1 completes its swing through Western Canada on Wednesday, July 17 with the Velocity Prairie Thunder presented by Bayer Crop Science at Auto Clearing Motor Speedway in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The popular event always draws capacity crowds at the third-mile oval. Last year, D.J. Kennington collected the win en route to his second series championship.</html>