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Top players banned from fitness trackers at Australian Open
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Several top tennis players, including Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, were asked to remove wearable fitness trackers during the Australian Open 2026. The devices, approved by the ITF and tours, are not permitted at Grand Slams. Players expressed frustration, hoping for a policy change to monitor health and performance.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid said he was 'pissed off' that the team ruled him out of Wednesday's game against the Washington Wizards despite his readiness to play. He publicly questioned the decision on social media and later called out general manager Daryl Morey. Embiid shared his frustration with reporters after Friday's 115-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
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Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Daniel Robert is out of the hospital and feeling okay after a cardiac event at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, Florida. The 31-year-old collapsed on the pitcher's mound following his first bullpen session of the spring.