Quote of the Day
“I don't want to do anything to hurt the Dolphins' chances of winning. We miss field goals on dirt.”
-- Dolphins Owner Wayne Huizenga, when asked about the possibility of extending the Marlins’ lease at Dolphin Stadium (MIAMI HERALD, 7/4).
Top Stories
White Russian
Sochi, Russia, will host the 2014 Winter Olympics, beating out PyeongChang, South Korea, and Salzburg, Austria, in IOC voting. The involvement of Russian President Vladimir Putin and the commitment to spend $12B on infrastructure are seen as keys to the winning bid, which gives the country its first chance to host a Winter Games. The result bodes well for Chicago's bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics, as some believe it is unlikely the IOC will award three consecutive Olympiads to Europe.
Razor Scooter
Beckham, Gillette part ways, with Beckham camp saying he's now demanding profit-sharing marketing deals.
Out Of The Woods
Tiger’s new PGA Tour stop in DC experiencing unusual first-year success.
Big Game Hunter
AEG Sports President leaving to form own company.
Life Of Brian
At midseason point, head of NASCAR discusses lawsuits, fuel, TV ratings and next Busch Series sponsor.
Jury Duty
Judge rules sexual harassment suit against MSG and Isiah Thomas can go to trial.
Brief Encounter
Cuba Gooding Jr. latest actor to join Michael Jordan in Hanes ads.
