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Shapovalov eliminated at Geneva Open after second-round loss to Ivashka

Shapovalov eliminated at Geneva Open after second-round loss to Ivashka

GENEVA — Canada's Denis Shapovalov was eliminated from the Geneva Open on Wednesday with a 6-4, 7-6 (2), 6-3 loss to Ilya Ivashka of Belarus in the second round. Ivashka had eight break point chances against Shapovalov, and converted two of them.
With three games remaining in rugby season, Arrows look to control their own destiny

With three games remaining in rugby season, Arrows look to control their own destiny

TORONTO — With three games remaining, the Toronto Arrows are at the business end of their regular-season schedule with points at a premium.
"We want to make curling cool" — Rolling the dice on the Roaring Game

"We want to make curling cool" — Rolling the dice on the Roaring Game

The normally staid world of curling — a sport where the in-arena experience is perhaps best described as sedate — should soon get a boost on and off the ice.
Michael Stone steps in, steps up for Calgary Flames in the playoffs

Michael Stone steps in, steps up for Calgary Flames in the playoffs

CALGARY — He watched far more games than he played this season, but Flames defenceman Michael Stone came out of the press box to make an impact in the playoffs for Calgary. Calgary was one of the healthier NHL teams in 2021-22 and Stone, the No.
Fisher headlines Canada's training camp roster for U18 Men’s Americas Championship

Fisher headlines Canada's training camp roster for U18 Men’s Americas Championship

TORONTO — Elijah Fisher, who helped Canada win bronze at the FIBA Under-19 World Cup last year in his national team debut, headlines Canada Basketball's roster of 19 players invited to training camp ahead of the upcoming U18 Men’s Americas Championsh
Canadian women to host South Korea in Toronto in June soccer friendly

Canadian women to host South Korea in Toronto in June soccer friendly

TORONTO — The Canadian women's soccer team will host South Korea on June 26 at Toronto's BMO Field. Canada is ranked sixth in the world compared to No. 17 for South Korea.
DraftKings Inc. becomes 18th gaming company operating in Ontario marketplace

DraftKings Inc. becomes 18th gaming company operating in Ontario marketplace

TORONTO — DraftKings Inc. became the 18th gaming operator to be up and going in Ontario on Wednesday. The American-based company announced the launch of its online sportsbook and casino products in the province's sports-betting market.
Johnston, Hickox join Hockey Canada to lead safe sport, women's initiatives

Johnston, Hickox join Hockey Canada to lead safe sport, women's initiatives

CALGARY — Sport executives Natasha Johnston and Marin Hickox have joined Hockey Canada to lead initiatives in safe sport and women and girls hockey. Johnston was named Hockey Canada's director of sport safety on Wednesday.
Edmonton Elks sign Canadian receiver Simonise, American DB Sonnier

Edmonton Elks sign Canadian receiver Simonise, American DB Sonnier

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks signed veteran Canadian receiver Rashaun Simonise on Wednesday. Simonise, of Vancouver, joins his fourth CFL franchise in as many seasons.
Winnipeg Jets forward Kyle Connor among finalists for NHL's Lady Byng Trophy

Winnipeg Jets forward Kyle Connor among finalists for NHL's Lady Byng Trophy

NEW YORK — Winnipeg Jets winger Kyle Connor is one of three finalists for the National Hockey League's Lady Byng Memorial Trophy. The award is presented annually to the player best combining sportsmanship, gentlemanly conduct and ability.