All posts tagged "auto racing"

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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Samurai Blue Make It to Seventh Consecutive World Cup

  The Japan men’s soccer team completed its quest with late drama against Australia, getting two goals from substitute Kaoru Mitoma.

  By Ed Odeven
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  Auto Racing

  / 3 years ago

  [ODDS and EVENS] Takuma Sato Embraces Fresh Start, Becoming a Mentor with Dale Coyne Racing

  Yes, a fast car is an absolute must for success in IndyCar racing. But the logistics and personal relationships that a...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Auto Racing

  / 3 years ago

  Yuki Tsunoda Salvages F1 Rookie Season with A 4th-Place Finish in Year's Last Race

  With a strong finish at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Tsunoda sets himself up for better things in 2022.

  By Jim Armstrong
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Leandro Damiao Headlines J. League Best XI

  The Brazilian striker, who tied for the league lead with 23 goals, is one of seven Kawasaki Frontale players on the...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Kimiyasu Kudo's Managerial Stint Likely Finished at End of Season

  The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks skipper, who has guided his club to five Japan Series titles since 2015, is not expected to...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Retired Yokozuna Hakuho Left an Indelible Mark on Sumo

  The all-time winningest rikishi's longevity at the top and work ethic triggered admiration from his peers and former standouts.

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Golfer Mone Inami Rides Positive Momentum From Olympics to First Career Major Victory

  The third-year pro leads the Japanese professional women's tour with eight victories this season.

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 3 years ago

  [ODDS and EVENS] Toyota Gazoo Racing Teammates End Years of Disappointment at 24 Hours of Le Mans

  Kamui Kobayashi, Mike Conway and Jose Maria Lopez share the thrill of victory after coming close in each of the past...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Japan Sports Notebook

  / 3 years ago

  Yokohama F. Marinos Climb Closer to Top of J. League Table

  A 12-match unbeaten streak puts Marinos in contention for the title, moving the club within four points of reigning champion Kawasaki...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Features

  / 4 years ago

  [ODDS and EVENS] Reigning Indy 500 Champion Takuma Sato Chases History in Pursuit of Another Title

  ~~ Takuma Sato will be vying for his third Indianapolis 500 title on May 30, and the Tokyo native could become...

  By Ed Odeven