Sports News Summary of this week

Sports News Summary of this week

Osaka not saddened by Serena row in U.S. Open final

Naomi Osaka said on Thursday Serena Williams's row with the umpire during the U.S. Open final had not altered her feelings about winning a Grand Slam, largely because she had no idea how she was supposed to react. The Japanese player's breakthrough triumph in New York was overshadowed by an explosive row between her opponent Williams and umpire Carlos Ramos which resulted in the 23-times Grand Slam champion being docked a game and fined $17,000.

Rams' Peters fined $13,000 for lewd celebration: report

The NFL will fine Los Angeles Rams cornerback Marcus Peters $13,000 for a lewd touchdown celebration during a Week 1 win over the Oakland Raiders, according to Yahoo Sports. With the Rams up 26-13, Peters picked off Derek Carr's late fourth-quarter pass at midfield and returned it for a score -- turning and grabbing his crotch as he leaped backwards into the end zone.

Packers expect quarterback Rodgers to practice Saturday

Aaron Rodgers is planning to participate in practice with the Green Bay Packers on Saturday. Head coach Mike McCarthy said his quarterback could play Sunday even if he misses the team's final workout. The Packers don't practice on Fridays but hold meetings before a walk through the day before each game.

Cowboys defensive end Gregory (concussion) returns to practice

Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory is out of concussion protocol and back on the practice field on Friday as Dallas wraps up workouts ahead of their NFC East game with the New York Giants. Gregory suffered a concussion Week 1 at Carolina in his first game since he participated in two games in 2016.

Miami Dolphins offensive guard Sitton out for the season with a shoulder injury

Miami Dolphins guard Josh Sitton is out for the season with a torn rotator cuff. Sitton was hurt last Sunday against the Tennessee Titans and did not work with the team Wednesday or Thursday while awaiting test results.

Tennis: Cilic and Coric give Croatia flying start in Davis Cup semi

Marin Cilic gave Croatia a stranglehold over the United States as he beat Frances Tiafoe 6-1 6-3 7-6(5) to put the hosts 2-0 ahead in their Davis Cup semi-final in Zadar on Friday. Cilic overwhelmed the American youngster in the opening two sets but was made to work harder in the third as Tiafoe finally shook off his debut nerves.

Bengals defensive end Johnson (knee) to miss multiple games: report

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Michael Johnson is likely to miss games against the Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons while recovering from a sprained knee ligament. Johnson left Thursday's win over the Baltimore Ravens with what the team labelled a sprained MCL. Bengals.com first reported the injury and said Johnson would likely miss "multiple games."

MLB roundup: the Rockies take series from D-backs

Trevor Story and Nolan Arenado homered, David Dahl had three hits and two RBIs, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-3 on Thursday in Denver. Kyle Freeland (15-7) allowed three runs in 6 1/3 innings to help the Rockies extend their National League West lead to 4 1/2 games over third-place Arizona. Colorado, which took three of four in the series, leads the second-place Los Angeles Dodgers by 1 1/2 games.

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Fournette (hamstring) not on the field for Jaguars' practice

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette missed the start of Friday's practice and remains uncertain to play against the New England Patriots on Sunday. Fournette, after missing a second straight practice on Thursday, said he is making strides in his recovery from a right hamstring injury and feels he has a solid chance of playing.

Heat star Wade still unsure about the new season

Will he or won't he? The Miami Heat still do not know if star shooting guard Dwyane Wade will play a 16th season for the team next season. The reason? Wade himself continues to say he has not made up his mind.

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