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The State of the 2024 Oscar Race | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Oscar contenders for this season are not as easily identifiable, with surprises emerging and critical consensus lacking.
Unlike previous years, this season's predictions are more uncertain due to emerging contenders and performance variances at fall festivals.
#cycling

The world's toughest race starts Saturday, and it's delightfully hard to call this year

This year's Tour de France is more uncertain than usual with at least four strong contenders for the win, setting the stage for a dramatic and unpredictable race.

UCI Road World Championships 2024 - Junior Women ITT contenders

Felicity Wilson-Haffenden's surprise victory last year highlights the unpredictability of junior women's time trials.
Viktória Chladoňová and Fee Knaven are serious contenders for the title, supported by their recent performances.

The world's toughest race starts Saturday, and it's delightfully hard to call this year

This year's Tour de France is more uncertain than usual with at least four strong contenders for the win, setting the stage for a dramatic and unpredictable race.

UCI Road World Championships 2024 - Junior Women ITT contenders

Felicity Wilson-Haffenden's surprise victory last year highlights the unpredictability of junior women's time trials.
Viktória Chladoňová and Fee Knaven are serious contenders for the title, supported by their recent performances.
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Paris 2024 Olympics: Women's quarter-finals predictions

The USWNT are strong contenders for the 2024 Paris Olympics women's football tournament.
#mlb-trade-deadline

MLB trade deadline tracker: Live rumors, news, updates before 2024 deadline | Sporting News

Contenders under pressure to add players before the MLB trade deadline, facing more buyers than sellers.

Five Candidates To Switch Teams At MLB Trade Deadline

MLB trade deadline sees star players traded for contenders or future building teams.

MLB trade deadline tracker: Live rumors, news, updates before 2024 deadline | Sporting News

Contenders under pressure to add players before the MLB trade deadline, facing more buyers than sellers.

Five Candidates To Switch Teams At MLB Trade Deadline

MLB trade deadline sees star players traded for contenders or future building teams.
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#premier-league

Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano names Chelsea star and Arsenal duo as player of the year contenders

The decision for the Premier League player of the season is still pending, influenced by the league's winner, with contenders like Cole Palmer, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Erling Haaland.

Premier League unveil shortlist for 2023/24 Manager of the Season award

The Premier League has announced the five-man shortlist for the 2023/24 Manager of the Season award.

Who could be Chelsea's next manager?

Chelsea is in search of a new manager after Mauricio Pochettino's departure, with potential contenders like Amorim, Flick, Kompany, and a possibility of Jose Mourinho's return.

PFA Player of the Year power ranking: Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City stars lead the race for the award

Rodri of Manchester City is a strong contender for the PFA Player of the Year award.
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool remains a top contender despite injury setbacks.

Premier League confirm nominees for Player & Manager of the Month for February 2024

Top contenders for Premier League POTM and MOTM awards in February 2024.
Strong performances from players like Saka, Foden, and Hojlund in February.

Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano names Chelsea star and Arsenal duo as player of the year contenders

The decision for the Premier League player of the season is still pending, influenced by the league's winner, with contenders like Cole Palmer, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Erling Haaland.

Premier League unveil shortlist for 2023/24 Manager of the Season award

The Premier League has announced the five-man shortlist for the 2023/24 Manager of the Season award.

Who could be Chelsea's next manager?

Chelsea is in search of a new manager after Mauricio Pochettino's departure, with potential contenders like Amorim, Flick, Kompany, and a possibility of Jose Mourinho's return.

PFA Player of the Year power ranking: Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City stars lead the race for the award

Rodri of Manchester City is a strong contender for the PFA Player of the Year award.
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool remains a top contender despite injury setbacks.

Premier League confirm nominees for Player & Manager of the Month for February 2024

Top contenders for Premier League POTM and MOTM awards in February 2024.
Strong performances from players like Saka, Foden, and Hojlund in February.
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#euro-2024

Jose Mourinho makes Euro 2024 predictions, including Cristiano Ronaldo and England

Mourinho views Portugal and England as strong contenders for Euro 2024.

In the mag: Euro 2024 preview! PLUS Kane, Robertson, Mainoo, Mata, greatest Euros games ever, bonus 52-page guide and wallchart!

Euro 2024 hosted in Germany expected to be an open competition with strong contenders like England, France, Portugal, and Germany.

Jose Mourinho makes Euro 2024 predictions, including Cristiano Ronaldo and England

Mourinho views Portugal and England as strong contenders for Euro 2024.

In the mag: Euro 2024 preview! PLUS Kane, Robertson, Mainoo, Mata, greatest Euros games ever, bonus 52-page guide and wallchart!

Euro 2024 hosted in Germany expected to be an open competition with strong contenders like England, France, Portugal, and Germany.
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#world-series

Braves News: FanGraphs Playoff Odds, MLB players in the Olympics and more

PECOTA projects the Atlanta Braves for 100 wins and as the World Series favorite
FanGraphs gives the Braves a 24.9% chance of winning the World Series, the highest among projected playoff teams

2024 World Series odds: Dodgers remain favorites ahead of Opening Day

The Los Angeles Dodgers are the World Series favorites with +350 odds at BetMGM Sportsbook.
The New York Yankees are among the top contenders with +900 odds.

Braves News: FanGraphs Playoff Odds, MLB players in the Olympics and more

PECOTA projects the Atlanta Braves for 100 wins and as the World Series favorite
FanGraphs gives the Braves a 24.9% chance of winning the World Series, the highest among projected playoff teams

2024 World Series odds: Dodgers remain favorites ahead of Opening Day

The Los Angeles Dodgers are the World Series favorites with +350 odds at BetMGM Sportsbook.
The New York Yankees are among the top contenders with +900 odds.
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Oscars 2024 Winners List: Who Wins Big This Year? [Updating Live]

A diverse set of contenders for the 2024 Oscars
Strong representation of critically acclaimed films in the Best Picture category

Just how good is the new Rui Hachimura-led Lakers starting lineup?

The Lakers have rebounded from a rough stretch and are now showing signs of being a strong contender.
Their recent success can be attributed to a new starting lineup that includes Rui Hachimura alongside LeBron James, Anthony Davis, D'Angelo Russell, and Austin Reaves.

High school basketball primer: Contenders, dark horses and more as regular season enters home stretch

High school basketball playoffs are approaching with sectionals starting in mid-February and ending with the state finals in early March.
Luck of the draw plays a significant role in determining which teams will make deep postseason runs.
#france

Euro 2024: Guardian writers' predictions for the tournament

France and Germany are predicted to excel in Euro 2020, with Germany potentially winning the final.

Winner of Ireland and France's opener nailed on as Six Nations favourites

Ireland and France are the main contenders for the Guinness Six Nations title.
Both teams have strong squad depth despite the absence of key players.

Euro 2024: Guardian writers' predictions for the tournament

France and Germany are predicted to excel in Euro 2020, with Germany potentially winning the final.

Winner of Ireland and France's opener nailed on as Six Nations favourites

Ireland and France are the main contenders for the Guinness Six Nations title.
Both teams have strong squad depth despite the absence of key players.
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Takeaways From the Oscar Nominations: Heavy Hitters Rewarded, Plus Some Surprises

'Oppenheimer' leads the Oscar nominations with 13 nods
Some contenders were left out of the nominations

NBA betting: Why the Timberwolves are legitimate championship contenders

The Minnesota Timberwolves have become contenders this season with the addition of Rudy Gobert.
The Timberwolves have the best record in the Western Conference and could potentially win the NBA title this season.

NBA trade deadline 2024: What every contender needs for a deep playoff run

Determining contenders in a competitive NBA season
Analyzing the weaknesses of top teams ahead of the trade deadline

7 Weekly Thoughts: The Rangers are Stanley Cup contenders - Blue Seat Blogs

The New York Rangers are Stanley Cup contenders.
The article distinguishes between the new Stanley Cup and the original Stanley Cup.

Afcon 2023: Opta predict who will win tournament in Ivory Coast

Senegal has the highest chance of winning the Africa Cup of Nations at 12.8%, followed by Ivory Coast at 12.1%.
Egypt, Nigeria, and Cameroon are also among the top contenders with chances ranging from 7.5% to 16%.
#Premier League

Premier League title race is wide open as every team has issues

Manchester United and Aston Villa have emerged as surprise contenders in the Premier League title race.
None of the top teams in the league have been immune to vulnerabilities and surprising results.
The top seven teams in the Premier League are separated by only seven points at this stage of the season.

Are Liverpool really ready to reclaim the Premier League crown? If so, they'll need to win at Man City

Liverpool's upcoming match against Manchester City will be an important test for their title aspirations.
Liverpool's new team, dubbed 'Liverpool Mark 2.0', has been rebuilt into a dangerous outfit.
Opposition teams have found success against Manchester City by being bold and exploiting their vulnerabilities.

Premier League title race is wide open as every team has issues

Manchester United and Aston Villa have emerged as surprise contenders in the Premier League title race.
None of the top teams in the league have been immune to vulnerabilities and surprising results.
The top seven teams in the Premier League are separated by only seven points at this stage of the season.

Are Liverpool really ready to reclaim the Premier League crown? If so, they'll need to win at Man City

Liverpool's upcoming match against Manchester City will be an important test for their title aspirations.
Liverpool's new team, dubbed 'Liverpool Mark 2.0', has been rebuilt into a dangerous outfit.
Opposition teams have found success against Manchester City by being bold and exploiting their vulnerabilities.
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Who will be Euro 2024 top scorer?

Individual players can compete for the Golden Boot at the European Championship, separate from the tournament trophy.
#trade-deadline

MLB trade deadline 2024: 4 deals we'd like to see

MLB trade deadline approaches with contenders shaping shopping lists and sellers ready to part with top players.

MLB Mailbag: Reds, Red Sox, Skubal, Alonso, Prospects, Dodgers, Cubs, Diaz

MLB Trade Rumors will update top trade candidates list due to changing deadline dynamics.

MLB trade deadline 2024: 4 deals we'd like to see

MLB trade deadline approaches with contenders shaping shopping lists and sellers ready to part with top players.

MLB Mailbag: Reds, Red Sox, Skubal, Alonso, Prospects, Dodgers, Cubs, Diaz

MLB Trade Rumors will update top trade candidates list due to changing deadline dynamics.
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MLB midseason awards: Biggest surprises and disappointments of 2024

The first half of the MLB season has brought unexpected contenders like the New York Mets and Cleveland Guardians, standout performances from players like Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, and surprises like the success of the Milwaukee Brewers despite challenges.

How to watch stages 1, 2 and 3 of the 2024 Tour de France

The 2024 Tour de France will start in Florence, Italy with challenging stages featuring multiple classified climbs and key contenders include Pogačar, Vingegaard, Evenepoel, and Roglič.

2024: UEFA 2024 &

UEFA Euro 2024 provides important insights for both football fans and bettors, with strategies based on group stage outcomes and past performances for successful betting.
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