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Sock, Nakashima, Fernandez Receive Indian Wells Wild Cards
The wild cards are set for the 2020 BNP Paribas Open.
The wild cards are set for next week’s BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells. Eleven American were given main draw wild cards into this year’s event, which begins Monday March 9 and ends Sunday March 22.
Jack Sock, Tennys Sandgren, Marcos Giron, Mitchell Krueger and 18-year-old Brandon Nakashima were awarded spots in the men’s singles draw, while Michael Mmoh, J.J. Wolf, Thai-Son Kwiatkowski, Govind Nanda and Carlos Alcaraz nabbed spots in the qualifying draw.
In addition to Kim Clijsters, who received her wild card in February, Catherine McNally, Kristie Ahn, Christina McHale, Shelby Rogers and 17-year-old Leylah Fernandez received wild cards.
Americans Madison Brengle and Usue Arconada also earned main draw wild cards by accumulating the most points over the four events of the 2019-2020 Oracle Challenger Series.
Nicole Gibbs, Whitney Osuigwe, Caroline Dolehide, Hailey Baptiste and BNP Paribas Open pre-qualifying champion Ashley Kratzer received wild cards into qualifying on the women’s side, along with 18-year-old Diane Parry of France.
Wild cards: @BNPPARIBASOPEN,
ATP
Tennys Sandgren
Jack Sock
Brandon Nakashima
Marcos Giron
Mitchell KruegerWTA
Catherine McNally
Kristie Ahn
Christina McHale
Shelby Rogers
Madison Brengle
Usue Arconada
Leylah Fernandez— TennisNow (@Tennis_Now) March 7, 2020
Qualifiying wild-cards, @BNPPARIBASOPEN
ATP
Michael Mmoh
J.J. Wolf
Thai-Son Kwiatkowski
Govind Nanda
Carlos AlcarazWTA
Nicole Gibbs
Whitney Osuigwe
Caroline Dolehide
Hailey Baptiste
Ashley Kratzer
Diane Parry— TennisNow (@Tennis_Now) March 7, 2020
Bassmaster Classic Recap: Day Two Sees Hank Cherry, Jr. Hold Lead, Lester in Second
Who’s leading on day two of the 2020 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk? Hank Cherry, Jr. held onto the lead for first place with a total of 45 pounds, 13 ounces after Day 2 of the 2020 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk, but it will all come
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How to Determine If You Have Too Many (or Not Enough) Deer on Your Property
Here’s how to determine just how many deer are on your property. With the rut and deer hunting seasons firmly behind us, now is a good time to take stock of the number of whitetails in your hunting area. Why? Well, because everyone’s hunting area, even if it’s a small property, could always use improvements. Determining
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Keith Combs Talks About His Chances in the 50th Bassmaster Classic
Here’s what Keith Combs had to say about the biggest tournament of the season, and how he felt leading in. The 2020 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk is finally here, and the excitement in the air is palpable for all competitors. Keith Combs, a Huntington, Texas native, is fishing the “Super Bowl”
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Brutal Deer Attack in France Ended with Hunter Getting 50 Facial Stitches
A hunter in France had to have 50 stitches after a run-in with a deer. Anyone who says deer are harmless should talk to Vincent Saubion, because he’s got one of the craziest hunting stories you’ll ever hear. The Daily Mail reports the 36-year-old was hunting with friends in Lesperon, France, back in January when
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MEAT! Sets a New Standard for Game Processing Equipment
A new meat processing brand is bridging the substantial gap between affordable and high-quality equipment. At some point in every hunter’s life, they get tired of paying others to process their meat and start looking for ways to do it themselves. Unfortunately, many find themselves standing at the same crossroads, they can either overpay for
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Spring Trout Stocking, 2020
The news release went out earlier this week, so let me spread it around some more: Rainbow trout stockings scheduled this spring LINCOLN, Neb. – Catchable-size rainbow trout are being stocked in city ponds and lakes across the state by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. These stockings will enhance fishing opportunities this spring, especially …
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Kerber, Azarenka Withdraw from Indian Wells
Two-time champion Azarenka and 2019 finalist Kerber will not make the trip. 2012 and 2016 champion Victoria Azarenka and 2019 finalist Angelique Kerber have both withdrawn from this year’s BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells.
Azarenka recently took the court for the first time since last year’s US Open at Monterrey, losing to Tamara Zidansek 6-2 6-2. Kerber has been out since the Australian Open and is not quite healthy enough to play.
"My patience is being tested these days as I’m still recovering from a left leg injury," Kerber wrote on social media. "I was hoping to be ready in time for the upcoming tournaments in Indian Wells and Miami, but my medical team advised me to give it a little bit more rest."
Two-time champion Victoria Azarenka has withdrawn from #BNPPO20.
She will be replaced in the main draw by 2009 champion Vera Zvonareva. pic.twitter.com/wMFDv3IZjW
— BNP Paribas Open (@BNPPARIBASOPEN) March 5, 2020
2019 finalist Angelique Kerber has withdrawn from #BNPPO20 and will replaced in the main draw by Taylor Townsend.
We will miss you this year, Angie! pic.twitter.com/17OkbVRdHk
— BNP Paribas Open (@BNPPARIBASOPEN) March 6, 2020
Disease-Sniffing Dogs Part of Pennsylvania’s CWD Detection Plan
The Keystone State will take a unique approach to detecting CWD. Last month the Pennsylvania Game Commission first unveiled tentative plans to majorly crack down on the spread of chronic wasting disease or CWD in the state. Researchers will soon take an even more innovative approach to detecting the always-fatal neurological disease that affects members
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How Water Temperature and Oxygen Affect Fishing
There’s no simple answer to the question, “Why do fish bite?” Many variables are involved. Two of the most important conditions dictating fish feeding activity are: 1. Water Temperature 2. Oxygen Content Order Mister […]
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Its A Fishing Machine In A Short Body
The FM1675 WT Fishing Machine. This Deep-V walk-thru is a true fishing machine. At 16’9” long and 86” wide, there is a ton of room to fish and move about. Two live wells to hold […]
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Check Out This Tiny Mosin Nagant Replica Chambered in .22lr
The Mini Mosin Nagant is just like the original rifle, only chambered in a smaller caliber. In the long and storied history of firearms, there are handful that are instantly recognizable by gun enthusiasts. The M-16, the M1 Garand and the Colt 1911 handgun to name a few. The Mosin Nagant, a Russian-designed bolt action rifle
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We Talked to Two Competitors Making Their Bassmaster Classic Debut
A couple first-timers gave us their thoughts on the eve of their first Bassmaster Classic. There are few fishing tournaments more storied than the Bassmaster Classic. It’s called the “Super Bowl of bass fishing” for good reason. Just competing in this tournament is the lifelong dream of many anglers, let alone a milestone event like
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Follow Us Live at the 2020 Bassmaster Classic
We’re here at Lake Guntersville for the 5oth Bassmaster Classic, and are sharing the experience with daily updates and more. The 2020 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk is about to get underway, and we’re in Birmingham, Alabama gearing up for the big weekend tournament held on Lake Guntersville March 6-8. We’re
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Helicopter Drags Stranded Boat Back to the Water
Don’t let the look of the ground fool you, a four-wheeled vehicle wasn’t getting out onto those flats without sinking. After having their boat stuck in the soft ground of the receded waters for nearly three days, these guys decided it was time to call in the troops. So, they had a chopper drag their boat back to
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Hickok45 Tests Out the Myth of Burying Money in a Revolver Chamber
Old West myths are quite interesting to test out. Ever heard of people burying money in their revolvers? Hickok45 tests out this myth to see if it could really work. Watch the video below: Say you were a cowboy outlaw back in the days of single-action Colt Peacemakers and blackpowder cartridges. You had to hide
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10 of the Best Compact Handguns for Less Than $900
Here are some of the top compact handguns available for under $900. When it comes to choosing a concealed carry pistol, compact is the way to go. The ideal compact pistol will offer plenty of stopping power while simultaneously offering good ergonomics and a lot of comfort when tucked in a waistband holster for extended
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Magdalena Rybarikova, Former Wimbledon Semifinalist, Will Retire After 2020 Fed Cup
The 31-year-old became the first woman from her country to reach the last four at Wimbledon in 2017
Former World No. 17 and Wimbledon semifinalist Magdalena Rybarikova of Slovakia has announced her retirement, effective at the conclusion of this year’s Fed Cup Finals in Budapest from 14-19 April.
“I think it is a definite and irreversible decision,” she told Tenisovysvet.sk. “I had time to think about it. It will be a nice point in my career.”
Rybarikova won four career titles and was known for her ability to excel on the grass. She reached the final at Birmingham in 2009 and won the title there in 2017. But she struggled on grass at Wimbledon despite her affinity for the surface—until 2017. That year, Rybarikova went on a stunning run to the semis on her 37th career appearance at a major.
Ryarikova became the first Slovakian to reach that far at Wimbledon after beginning the 2017 campaign at 156 in the WTA rankings due to injuries to her wrist and knee.
In total she won 18 of 20 matches on grass that season.
Rybarikova, 31, will end her career with nine Top 100 year-end finishes and four Top 50 year-end finishes.
“The year 2017 was my best, but the year before I had two operations and I was already considering whether it would work and whether I would go back,” Rybarikova said. “Then, unfortunately, the injuries came again. I had a lot of them. Last year I went from injury to injury.”
