Quartararo wrestles pole from Marquez in front of rapturous home crowd
Flying Frenchman never felt so apt: 'El Diablo' does it again as the roof comes off Le Mans.
Flying Frenchman never felt so apt: 'El Diablo' does it again as the roof comes off Le Mans.
Lee Corso picked the Buckeyes to beat Texas on his final appearance on ESPN's "College GameDay," making the prediction on the 50-yard line at Ohio Stadium.
Kieffer Moore's header put Wrexham on their way to their first win of the season in the Championship as they ground out a 2-0 victory against Millwall.
A last-gasp Bruno Fernandes penalty rescued three points for Manchester United against Burnley as Ruben Amorim's side secured their first Premier League win of the season in dramatic fashion.
Liverpool have submitted an official bid to sign defender Marc Guéhi from Crystal Palace, a source has told ESPN.
Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United.
Chelsea have cancelled Nicolas Jackson's proposed loan move to Bayern Munich amid fears Liam Delap could be ruled out for up to eight weeks with a hamstring injury.
Ten-man Werder Bremen staged a dramatic late fightback to snatch a 3-3 draw against Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga on Saturday.
Former Panthers receiver Adam Thielen took a $2 million pay cut to help finalize a trade back to his hometown Vikings, sources confirmed Saturday.
Enzo Maresca will have to concede that VAR masked a number of issues he has to address after Chelsea's win over Fulham.
Chelsea could make a fresh offer for Barcelona star Fermín López. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Wolves head coach Vitor Pereira believes striker Jorgen Strand Larsen will remain at the club despite interest from Newcastle.
Chelsea complete the £40m signing of Argentina winger Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United.
Liverpool make an improved £35m bid, which includes a 10% sell-on clause, for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi.
Chelsea revoke permission for Nicolas Jackson to complete a loan move to Bayern Munich after an injury to fellow striker Liam Delap.
A 97th-minute penalty from Bruno Fernandes earned Manchester United their first win of the season against Burnley, after a controversial decision from the referee Sam Barrott when he was sent to the screen by the video assistant referee.
The maverick qualities that made Jack Grealish so popular in Aston Villa days are still there. Four years with Pep Guardiola failed to curb such edges. At Everton, the player who won the lot at Manchester City is rolling back to happier times while showing the value of his learnings at the Etihad.
Three and easy for Thomas Frank? Well, not quite – this is Tottenham after all. Instead it was Andoni Iraola’s outstanding Bournemouth side who ended his 100% start thanks to Evanilson’s early strike as familiar failings returned to haunt Spurs.
Breaking down the controversial moments from Chelsea's win over Fulham at Stamford Bridge.
Diamond Images via Getty ImagesOn Saturday, the Dallas Cowboys announced the death of former linebacker Lee Roy Jordan, a Ring of Honor member and Super Bowl Champion who spent his entire career with the team.
It was a guarantee that the legendary analyst's last Gameday was an emotional experience.
The Carolina Panthers' depth chart at receiver is undergoing a shuffle. Jalen Coker will miss four to six weeks after suffering a quad injury while running 1-on-1 drills in practice, according to The Athletic's Joe Person.
Tulane started BYU transfer Jake Retzlaff at quarterback against Northwestern.
Here's everything you need to know about this group of first-years, including Rookie of the Year front-runners, fantasy favorites and QB updates.
Potential career milestones are on the horizon for several players. We look at the odds and predict whether they'll get there in 2025.
For the first time since the 1970 merger, the Broncos open a season facing a rookie quarterback in Ward. Can the Denver defense start hot?.
The Fighting Irish head to Miami as small favorites after making it to the national championship game last season.
Sorry, Shedeur Sanders, but you aren't cracking the starting lineup here either in our all-star team of second-generation players.
The Baltimore Ravens running back sits at No. 19 on the rushing list and has a chance to bypass seven Hall of Famers.
Our beat writers shared some surprising thoughts on Daniel Jones, Brock Purdy and others after we asked for one prediction for every team.
Who are the 10 best NFL Draft-eligible prospects suiting up for the Buckeyes or Longhorns in Saturday's showdown?.
Micah Parsons was introduced by the Packers on Friday and said he was relieved and excited to get back to playing football after a contentious offseason in Dallas.
Parsons was a four-time Pro Bowler, three-time All-Pro, recording 52.5 sacks, nine forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries in Dallas.
Micah Parsons was ready for the moment Friday night in Green Bay.
Brian Schottenheimer exuded confidence earlier this week when speaking about the expected availability of premier pass rusher Micah Parsons for a Thursday season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles.
A day after the Cowboys traded star pass rusher Micah Parsons to the Packers, head coach Brian Schottenheimer says Dallas' team goals of competing for a championship "haven't changed.".
Hyperbole. Prisoner of the moment. Whatever one would call it — and there is some element of truth to both, Micah Parsons’ shocking but none-too-surprising-in-retrospect trade somehow cuts deeper than the infamous “Dez Catch.”.
Micah Parsons was on the move Thursday in one of the NFL's most surprising trades, but so was Kenny Clark, a three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle the Dallas Cowboys are betting on to make a difference in the team's run-stopping department this season.
Trading Micah Parsons was a loss for the Cowboys, win for the Packers, and another headline for Jerry Jones.
Delap sustained a hamstring injury during Saturday's victory over Fulham.
Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund is close to completing a loan switch to Serie A side Napoli.
Liverpool sources say the club will not allow Joe Gomez to join Crystal Palace on loan as part of a deal to sign Eagles defender Marc Guehi.
Fulham manager Marco Silva fumes after Josh King's opening goal for his side was disallowed during their 2-0 defeat by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Newcastle United complete the club record signing of Germany striker Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart.
The deal consists of an initial fee of €75m plus €5m in potential add-ons.
Nottingham Forest sign Italian defender Nicolo Savona from Juventus on a five-year deal worth up to £13.4m.
There are just three days left before Monday's deadline, and clubs will expect to do more business between now and then.
Amorim did not apologise for seething like he did after Manchester United's loss to Grimsby, but what must the players think of his honesty?.
The lanky boy from Bremen is a great hope for Germany and a point of fascination. Is he worth the hype? Yes - but there are some caveats.
Germany captain Dennis Schroder faced racial abuse during his team's 107-88 victory over Lithuania at EuroBasket on Saturday. FIBA officials said one fan was identified by video and is banned from the rest of the event.
Serbian guard Bogdan Bogdanovic suffered a hamstring injury in his team's victory over Portugal at EuroBasket on Friday. Bogdanovic was injured when driving to the basket late in the first half. He came up grabbing at his hamstring and did not appear on the bench after halftime.
The Los Angeles Clippers agreed to a contract with Zach Freemantle, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype,. Freemantle averaged 16.8 points for Xavier last season. Freemantle also appeared in three Summer League games for the Magic, averaging 6.0 points in 11.0 minutes per game.
The Brooklyn Nets waived Tosan Evbuomwan on Friday, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Evbuomwan appeared in 28 games last season, averaging 9.5 points and 4.3 rebounds in 23.8 minutes. Brian Lewis of the New York Post added that the deal may be a precursor for another move.
Minnesota Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly opted into the final two years of his contract with the team, sources told Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. His deal had an opt-out clause for this summer.
The Dallas Mavericks are using the waive-and-stretch provision Olivier-Maxence Prosper. The Mavericks have been trying to trade Prosper to create a roster spot to sign Dante Exum. Prosper was a first round pick by the Mavericks in 2023.
The Bounce Newsletter | This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Bounce directly in your inbox. In EuroBasket on Wednesday and yesterday, we already had some big upsets.
Too low on OKC? Too high on the Spurs? Tim Bontemps breaks down ESPN's Summer Forecast win predictions.
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado was injured while playing for Puerto Rico in the AmeriCup quarterfinals. Alvarado fell on his tailbone while jostling for a rebound in overtime of Puerto Rico's loss to Argentina.
Welcome to the polling page for The Bounce, The Athletic's free NBA newsletter.
An NBL player has been sent to a Canberra hospital for assessment on his neck after a freak training accident.
Dallas signed Christyn Williams and extended a seven-day contract to Amy Okonkwo to give the Wings the league minimum eight players available for Friday night's loss to the Dream.
Florida athletic director Scott Stricklin has signed a three-year extension that will keep him under contract through 2030, a person familiar with the deal said Friday.
New Melbourne United import pair Tyson Walker and Jesse Edwards combined for 32 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists in 98-60 win over the Brisbane Bullets at the CODE Sports NBL Blitz in Canberra.
The National Basketball League (NBL) is aware of a training incident involving Adelaide 36ers' player, Benjamin Griscti at AIS Arena on Saturday afternoon.Griscti is in a stable condition in hospital.The circumstances surrounding the incident will be investigated.
Mike Wells and Scott Roth would have liked what they saw from their teams in their opening CODE Sports NBL Blitz games.The 36ers won impressively over reigning champions Illawarra, while the JackJumpers claimed an overtime victory over Cairns, in a thriller.
Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart are back, with more injured stars eyeing returns before the postseason.
Missing some key names on Thursday night, the Brisbane Bullets were nothing short of impressive against the Sydney Kings.Jaylen Adams and Javon Freeman-Liberty make this lineup a whole different proposition in the Hungry Jack's NBL26 Season, and they've still got some key names to return.
Despite relegation from ESPN's top NBA team, The Athletic's media columnist writes, Burke remains one of the top hoops analysts in the game.
The Sacramento Kings continue to "covet" Russell Westbrook, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. In order to make room in the backcourt for Westbrook's signing, people around the league see Devin Carter as a likely trade candidate.
Ex- Scotland forward Deborah McCormack celebrates Scotland's "massive achievement" of making it to the Rugby World Cup quarter-final after their win against Fiji.
Rachel Malcom says it is a feeling of "relief" that Scotland have secured their place in the quarter-finals after their win against Fiji.
Scotland score five tries to secure a quarter-final place with a 29-15 win against Fiji in pool B of the Women's Rugby World Cup at Salford Community Stadium.
Meg Jones scores an early first try for England against Samoa in pool A of the Women's Rugby World Cup at Franklin's Gardens.
Scotland book a place in the quarter-finals of the Women's Rugby World Cup for the first time since 2002 with victory over gritty Fiji in Salford.
Wales are on the brink of a group-stage exit from the Women's World Cup after being brushed aside 42-0 by heavily-fancied Canada at Salford Community Stadium.
Francesca McGhie uses great footwork to score an early try for Scotland against Fiji in pool B of the Women's Rugby World Cup at Salford Community Stadium.
Wales Coach Sean Lynn praises Wales' physicality and overall improvement in their Women's Rugby World Cup match against Canada despite a 42-0 loss.
Bethan Lewis reflects on Wales' performance against Canada and what they need to do in their next match against Fiji.
Wales are on the brink of exit as Canada score six tries in a dominant performance to win 42-0 in pool B of the Women's Rugby World Cup at Salford Community Stadium.
Deion Sanders said he "felt good" just months after having surgery this spring and, despite criticizing his run defense, said he saw enough good things in Friday's loss to still expect a strong season.
Wake Forest running back Demond Claiborne exited Friday night's 10-9 win against Kennesaw State before halftime with a rib injury.
Tarleton State pulled off a 30-27 stunner in double overtime over Army for the Texans' second-ever win over an FBS team.
Colorado has installed a sideline bathroom next to the team's bench for coach Deion Sanders, who had his bladder removed over the offseason after being diagnosed with cancer.
Missouri quarterback Sam Horn is out indefinitely with a right leg injury suffered in the Tigers' season-opening 61-6 win over Central Arkansas on Thursday, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
Wisconsin starting quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. is week-to-week with a sprained left knee in Thursday's season-opening win against Miami (Ohio), sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
Oklahoma State starting quarterback Hauss Hejny underwent surgery after suffering a broken bone in his left foot during the Cowboys' season opener, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Miami linebacker Adarius Hayes has been charged with three counts of vehicular homicide and one count of reckless driving with serious bodily injury following an investigation into a May crash that killed three people.
Here's a look back at what the world looked like when Corso first donned a mascot's headgear -- Oct. 5, 1996.
Ohio State opened as a 3-point favorite over Texas months ago, but sportsbooks have been reporting a steady stream of money on the Longhorns throughout the summer, causing the line to move.
Lando Norris admits it will "take some magic" to beat Oscar Piastri to victory at the Dutch Grand Prix after qualifying behind his teammate on Saturday.
Isack Hadjar described his qualifying lap at the Dutch Grand Prix as the best of his career after claiming fourth on the grid for Sunday's race at Zandvoort.
Lewis Hamilton said he felt grateful just to have made it to Q3 for the Dutch Grand Prix, saying its as comfortable as he can remember feeling with his Ferrari car this season.
Saturday brought another thrilling battle between McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, while Isack Hadjar starred for Racing Bulls and Lance Stroll hit trouble in his Aston Martin. Here are all of the facts and stats you need to know about from Qualifying in the Netherlands...
Oscar Piastri pipped McLaren team mate Lando Norris to pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix on Saturday.
Lance Stroll has given a downbeat assessment of his prospects for the Dutch Grand Prix after a spin into the barriers during Qualifying put him out of the session, meaning that he will line up at the back of the grid in P20.
Isack Hadjar registered the best Qualifying result of his fledgling Formula 1 career, as he set the fourth-fastest time on Saturday.
Max Verstappen hailed his Qualifying performance for the Dutch Grand Prix as "the best I've felt all weekend", with the home hero set to start third on the grid in Sunday's race.
Oscar Piastri expressed his satisfaction after delivering when it mattered during Qualifying for the Dutch Grand Prix – the Australian pipping McLaren team mate and title rival Lando Norris to pole position.
Oscar Piastri snatched pole position at the Dutch Grand Prix from his McLaren team mate Lando Norris in an entralling Qualifying session at Zandvoort.
Oscar Piastri has sealed pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix after beating McLaren team mate Lando Norris in a thrilling battle that played out through to the closing moments of Qualifying.
Oscar Piastri secured pole position for Sunday's Dutch Grand Prix after beating his McLaren teammate and title rival Lando Norris to the fastest time in qualifying by 0.012 seconds.
Oscar Piastri beats McLaren team-mate Lando Norris to pole position at the Dutch Grand Prix by 0.012 seconds.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has admitted he misses having his "great enemy" Christian Horner in the Formula 1 paddock after Horner was sacked by Red Bull after 20 years in charge of the team.
The legacy of public transport and bicycle usage to attend a Formula 1 grand prix could live on after the Dutch Grand Prix drops off the calendar from 2026.
The sun may have been shining but the blustery winds barrelling in over the dunes on the edge of the North Sea delivered a buffeting that might just have been enough to play a decisive factor in the absolutely minuscule margins in qualifying for the Dutch Grand Prix that divide the two Formula One title protagonists this season.
George Russell and Fernando Alonso had a very close call in an unusual incident during third and final practice at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Live coverage of the Formula 1 Qualifying session for the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort.
Lando Norris completed a clean sweep of fastest Free Practice times ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, finishing more than two-tenths clear of McLaren team mate Oscar Piastri in the third session.
Ferrari driver Maya Weug returned to the top of the timesheets in Zandvoort as she secured pole position in a remarkably competitive and eventful F1 ACADEMY Qualifying session.
Leeds Rhinos storm their way to a 34-0 thrashing of Hull FC to put a dent in their opponents' Super League play-off hopes.
Women's Super League leaders St Helens move to the brink of securing home advantage in the play-offs with a comeback victory over York.
Watch highlights as Justin Sangare scores twice as Salford beat Warrington to claim just their third Super League win of the season.
Watch highlights as Super League leaders Hull KR claim a narrow 12-8 win over play-off rivals St Helens.
Roosters captain Isabelle Kelly's season appears over after she was hospitalised for a distressing jaw injury in the team' 15th straight NRLW win.
Shane Flanagan admitted there is a concern Jack de Belin could miss his final game for the Dragons after he was place on report for a hip drop tackle in the 40-24 loss to the Sea Eagles.
Ben Hunt and Billy Walters gave an insight into coach Michael Maguire’s fiery half-time spray in their 38-30 win over the Cowboys to move into the top four.
North Queensland Cowboys host the Brisbane Broncos in Round 26 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville.
Reece Walsh has had another classic rocks and diamonds display to launch Brisbane into the top four with a 38-30 win over North Queensland.
Gehamat Shibasaki passes inside to Billy Walters for a try, though there are a few questions around the offload.
Davina Perrin hits a record 101 as Northern Superchargers beat London Spirit by 42 runs in The Hundred women's Eliminator to set up a final against Southern Brave.
Davina Perrin, 18, hits a sublime 42-ball century - the fastest in women's Hundred history - to help Northern Superchargers set a record total in the women's competition of 214-5 in their eliminator against London Spirit.
As per the revised timings, the matches will begin at 6.30pm local time (8pm IST).
Pakistan rested pace bowlers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf.
On his return to competitive cricket after three months, Arshdeep said he "felt really good" with the number of overs he got in despite bagging only one wicket.
Taskin starred with the ball, Litton led the way with the bat, and comeback man Saif contributed a fine all-round display.
The franchise says Dravid was offered a broader position as part of the restructuring, but he decided not to take it.
The decision stems from wanting to play all three formats, something he could not do at Haryana since 2023-24.
Australia and Northern Superchargers batter Phoebe Litchfield explains the thinking behind her switch hits - a shot she plays better than any other player.
Barbados Royals stay rooted to the bottom of the table after their third loss in four games.
Two of Major League Baseball's top 50 minor-league prospects made their debuts on Friday night and pitched well for their respective teams. Payton Tolle started for the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park and was matched up against Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes.
The Braves have reinstated left-hander Chris Sale from the 60-day injured list, and he is expected to start against the Phillies on Saturday.
Mets right-hander Jonah Tong allowed one earned run in five innings in his major league debut in a 19-9 victory over the Marlins.
The bat tossed in the air by a New Jersey Little Leaguer to celebrate a home run that earned him a suspension later lifted by a judge sold for nearly $10,000 at auction.
San Francisco Giants reliever Randy Rodriguez needs Tommy John surgery, the team announced Friday.
“He’s walking from the bullpen after his warmup pitches, and you see the reaction,” Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said. “We feel it.”.
The Red Sox released veteran right-hander Walker Buehler in a series of moves Friday that included calling up top pitching prospect Payton Tolle for his major league debut.
The release of Cleveland Guardians first baseman Carlos Santana was a "joint decision between him and us," according to team president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti.
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider says right-hander Yimi García will miss the rest of the season because he needs surgery on his sore elbow.
The San Diego Padres placed shortstop Xander Bogaerts on the 10-day injured list Friday because of a nondisplaced fracture in his left foot.
The St. Louis Cardinals have placed outfielder Alec Burleson and catcher Yahel Pozo on the injured list and called up two top prospects from Triple-A Memphis.
Marlins third baseman Connor Norby, who underwent wrist surgery in July, was back in the lineup and batting sixth against the Mets on Friday.
New York Daily News Archive via Getty ImagesRandy Moffitt, a longtime MLB reliever and the younger brother of tennis legend Billie Jean King, died in his hometown of Long Beach, California, on Thursday, according to the Associated Press. He was 76 years old.
Bowyer must pay $1.6 million in restitution after running an illegal gambling business. Shohei Ohtani’s ex-interpreter was a client.
If the San Diego Padres are going to win the NL West, they're going to have to do it without Xander Bogaerts. The All-Star shortstop hit the 10-day injured list due to a non-displaced fracture in his left foot, the team announced Friday.
As the calendar turns to September, we enter the final stretch of the 2025 MLB regular season. And while it seems like this year’s postseason participants are pretty much set, there is still some jockeying for seeding left to be done.
MLB has reduced the punishment for Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles after a success appeal. Robles, who was originally suspended 10 games for throwing a bat at a minor-league pitcher, will serve a seven-game suspension that will start Friday, the team announced Friday.
Randy Moffitt, a reliever who played 12 seasons in Major League Baseball and was the younger brother of tennis great Billie Jean King, has died after an extended illness at the age of 76.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has released new documents relating to baseball great Pete Rose, his former bookie and the gambling scandal that led to Rose's previous ban from the sport and from entry into the Hall of Fame.
The Red Sox parted ways with Buehler, who never got on track after signing as a free agent in the offseason.
St. George Illawarra Dragons take on the Manly Sea Eagles in Round 26 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at Jubilee Stadium, Sydney.
Braidon Burns is sent to the sin bin for contact on Reece Walsh.
Isabelle Kelly is rushed to hospital after suffering a suspected broken jaw.
Ricky Stuart’s Raiders clinched the 2025 minor premiership with a win over the Tigers — but anything beyond that is simply a “great bonus” for his talented side.
Lyhkan King-Togia finishes off a try from inside the Dragons' own half after plenty of passes.
The North Queensland Cowboys are dealt a cruel blow as Emma Manzelmann suffers a knee injury.
Canberra Raiders take on the Wests Tigers in Round 26 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at GIO Stadium, Canberra.
The Green Machine is powering towards the finals with a minor premiership in their kitbag following a 24-10 win over Wests Tigers in front of a raucous GIO Stadium crowd on Saturday.
A breathtaking fourth-quarter blitz has lifted West Coast to a stirring comeback win over St Kilda.
Sydney's rise under returning superstar Chloe Molloy has continued, securing a thrilling road win against Geelong by five points.
Crunched comedian Dave Hughes is smiling and on the mend after suffering multiple broken ribs and a punctured lung in Thursday night’s Legends football match.
We’ve heard of clubs like St Kilda and North Melbourne owning a “war chest” of money. Now, it’s reportedly Hawthorn’s turn to splash a building lump of cash.
Caleb Serong has copped plenty of extra attention in 2025 but, thanks to the meditative power of LEGO, he's been able to stay at the very top of the game.
AFL Players’ Association president Darcy Moore is unsure if the game is safer from homophobic slurs now than when Mitch Brown played but he is confident the former Eagle’s announcement will “shift culture”.
Collingwood captain Darcy Moore has backed Jordan De Goey to be at his match-winning best in September after battling an Achilles issue this season.
She built a dynasty at the Brisbane Lions. He helped transform the Crows into minor premiers. They live 2000 kilometres apart.
Many AFL players look forward to going back to playing the sport for fun after they leave the professional league. But it's not always a warm welcome back into the lower leagues. The ABC speaks to former stars and their families about the brutal transition out of the game.
Former Collingwood player Jason Cloke has been knocked out after getting coward punched in an AFL Masters Queensland over-35s game.
As a soccer and Gaelic football sensation in Northern Ireland, GWS star stared down racism and the sectarian divide. It gave him the mental toughness to go with his prodigious athletic ability.
The retired Port Adelaide champion tells the full story of the tragic loss of teammate John McCarthy in Las Vegas in September of 2013.
Essendon has defeated Richmond by 15-points to make it three wins to begin the year and deepen the Tigers' early season crisis in the process. .
Essendon has continued its perfect start to the 2025 AFLW season after fending off Richmond by 15 points in Friday night’s Dreamtime clash in Darwin.
Women’s footy legend Erin Phillips has called on the wider football community to “eradicate” racism, homophobia, and other prejudices from the game at all levels.
An “electric” Bobby Hill caught the eye of teammate and Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos at training as he makes his way back from personal leave in his bold bid to rejoin the Magpies premiership campaign.
Carlton has been torn to shreds as new details emerge about the bitter feud between the famous Silvagni family and the struggling club.
The cream of the crop – at world-class stadiums – in prime time... What better way to get ready for September action.
The former AFL star was brave to declare his bisexuality – and the women in his life have joined the applause.
Dave Hughes is rushed to hospital by his wife after coming in for some heavy contact during the AFL Legends game at Docklands Stadium.
A fan proposed in the stands inside Louis Armstrong Stadium during Aryna Sabalenka's third-round win over Leylah Fernandez on Friday night.
American Taylor Townsend stunned fifth-seeded Mirra Andreeva 7-5, 6-2 to reach the fourth round of the US Open for the first time since 2019.
Novak Djokovic shook off a back problem early in the match to beat Cam Norrie on Friday night and, at 38, become the oldest man to reach the fourth round of the US Open since Jimmy Connors was the same age in 1991.
The tennis world is up in arms after a grown man snatched Polish tennis star Kamil Majchrzak’s match-worn hat from a young fan at the US Open on Saturday (AEDT).
Six years after upsetting Simona Halep on Arthur Ashe Stadium, Taylor Townsend pulled off another Top 5 upset at the US Open, knocking out Mirra Andreeva to reach the fourth round for a second time.
Two days after Jelena Ostapenko created the storm of the US Open so far by telling her she had “no education and no class”, Taylor Townsend let her racket do the talking, pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the tournament.
Coco Gauff spotted Simone Biles in the crowd during the second set and called the Olympian an inspiration.
A candid Novak Djokovic has conceded that his rocky start physically to the US Open has him worried.
Rafael Nadal spoke of his gratitude on Friday on social media for the outpouring of affection he received upon the birth of his second son. The Spaniard, who welcomed Miquel into the world on August 7, shared a special personal moment during his time at the Rafa Nadal Open by Movistar.
Novak Djokovic finally has his teeth into the 2025 US Open.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka defeated No. 31 seed Leylah Fernandez 6-3, 7-6 (2) for the first time in her career en route to a fifth consecutive fourth round appearance in New York.
Randy Moffitt, the former San Francisco Giants reliever, carved out a 12-year career in Major League Baseball while supporting his sister’s trailblazing path in tennis and equality.
Karolina Muchova loves playing in New York, and she provided an inside look at how she spends her time, and how she gets her energy, when she's in the city for the US Open.
It was a day built around former major winners challenging the current elite, with Marketa Vondrousova and Jessica Pegula delivering victories over Jasmine Paolini and Victoria Azarenka.
On a night when Coco Gauff wasn't at her best, she looked to Simone Biles -- sitting in the crowd -- for some much-needed inspiration and powered through to a straight sets win in Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Elena Rybakina sped past Emma Raducanu to reach the fourth round of the US Open for the first time, and has now conceded just four games to Raducanu in two meetings. Even better, she says she's free from the insomnia that has plagued her in the past.
Coco Gauff didn't always have her best stuff Thursday night but displayed her championship pedigree, while Amanda Anisimova defeated Maya Joint to reach the third round for the first time since 2020.
Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez made a hell of a doubles debut on Thursday in Louis Armstrong Stadium, coming from behind in the first set to defeat Lyudmyla Kichenok and Ellen Perez, 7-6 (4), 6-3.
An Italian photographer captured an incredible image of Jasmine Paolini during her second-round win on Wednesday night, with the racquet in front of her face resembling a mask.
Against Hailey Baptiste, Naomi Osaka struck only when the moment demanded, a measured brand of shot-making that underscored her evolving approach.
Coleman Wong’s coach, James Allemby, was working with Andrey Rublev’s coach, Fernando Vicente, to schedule a practice between their players for several tournaments.
A disappointed Ben Shelton, who was forced to retire from his third-round US Open match against Adrian Mannarino Friday, did not shed much light on the injury he said he began feeling early in the fourth set.
Ben Shelton’s US Open came to an end in the third round on Friday when he was forced to retire against Adrian Mannarino with the score level at two sets apiece.
Carlos Alcaraz reassured his fans Friday afternoon that there is no reason for concern regarding his right knee. The Spaniard took a medical timeout at 5-4 in the second set of his US Open match against 32nd seed Luciano Darderi to receive treatment on the knee.
Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool arrived at the US Open with all the momentum in the world. The Britons had won 22 of their past 23 matches and recently qualified for the Nitto ATP Finals together for the first time.
Carlos Alcaraz suffered the first mid-match wobble of his US Open campaign on Friday, but he nonetheless refound his rhythm to defeat Luciano Darderi 6-2, 6-4, 6-0 and reach the fourth round.
When Denis Shapovalov shut down his 2023 season with a troubling knee injury, he couldn’t be sure he’d ever play pain-free tennis again.
As the US Open celebrates the 75th anniversary of Althea Gibson breaking tennis' colour barrier at the 1950 U.S. National Championships, Frances Tiafoe is among many Black tennis stars eager to continue her legacy.
Alexander Zverev continued his bid to crash the Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz party Thursday at the US Open. Aiming to go one step further than his 2020 runner-up finish and claim his maiden major crown, the German dispatched Jacob Fearnley 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 to reach the third round.
Ugo Blanchet remembers the moment he needed to make a change. “It was my 22nd birthday,” the Frenchman recalled to ATPTour.com at the US Open.
Miranda Wang's 5-under 67 gave her a two-shot lead Friday among those who completed their second rounds in the rain-delayed FM Championship.
Luke Donald will announce his six captain's choices for his Ryder Cup team on Monday as Team Europe bid to become the tournament's first away victor since 2012.
Allisen Corpuz kept her patience while spinning her wheels for so much of the year and finally saw some good results Thursday when she opened the FM Championship with a 7-under 65 to share the first-round lead with Sei Young Kim.
Following all the intrigue and speculation, US Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley fell on his sword.
LIV Golf is adding a New Orleans tournament in June 2026 after Louisiana agreed to pay $5 million to the tour and spend $2.2 million on course improvements.
US Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley opted not to become the first playing captain in 62 years in the biennial match play showdown with Europe when he rounded out his squad on Wednesday.
Keegan Bradley did not call his own name for the United States Ryder Cup team, deciding against becoming the event's first playing captain in 62 years.
One of the most remarkable comeback stories in Australian will take place in the top end on Thursday when Jeffrey Guan returns to professional golf at the NT PGA Championship.
Kapalua Resort, the Hawaii course where the PGA Tour has started every year since 1999, is shutting down as it tries to save its courses amid a water dispute.
The field for this year’s Australian Open could receive a late influx of big names to join Rory McIlroy after confirmation of a golden ticket to the 2026 Masters at Augusta is on offer for the winner.
The New York Liberty shook off its latest bite from the injury bug to beat the Washington Mystics 89-63 on Thursday night.
Some thrive in high-pressure situations. Some are the best players, period. Who is that go-to for every team?.
Behind A'ja Wilson's 34 points, the Aces continued their torrid August, beating the Dream 81-75 for their franchise-record-tying 12th straight win.
Matthew Caldwell is leaving the two-time Stanley Cup-winning Panthers to accept a 10-year deal as CEO of the NBA's Timberwolves and WNBA's Lynx, the teams announced Wednesday.
Which WNBA players have the most future potential? Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese make our list.
Alyssa Thomas had 12 points, 16 rebounds and 15 assists for her WNBA single-season record seventh triple-double in the Mercury's win Tuesday night.
Fever star Caitlin Clark participated in a walk-through on Monday as she ramps up her work, but coach Stephanie White said it would take multiple practices for Clark to return to action.
A look at the players to pick up in fantasy women's basketball during the fantasy playoffs.
Seattle, Golden State, Indiana, Los Angeles and Washington remain in the WNBA playoff hunt.
A'ja Wilson has led Las Vegas on an 11-game winning streak to clinch the league's second playoff spot.
Jay Wright has decided to step away from being a full-time television analyst to devote more time to his other position at Villanova University.
Tennessee gave basketball coach Rick Barnes a contract extension Thursday that automatically extends a year every April 15 after his current contract expires in 2028.
The best of the best PTPers, including freshmen, who will make you stand up and say, "Are you serious, baby?!".
An extended agreement between the Pac-12 and The CW will see 66 events broadcast annually on the network.
The NCAA is weighing a rule that would require incoming Division I athletes to disclose name, image and likeness deals from high school or junior college to the NIL Go clearinghouse established under the $2.8 billion House settlement.
A new partnership between the NCAA and Venmo to combat abuse and harassment of college athletes, announced Tuesday, includes a reporting hotline.
The former Cal State Fullerton guard and international pro walked away from the grind of overseas hoops, only to find himself back in the spotlight through Love Island and the Big3.
The 2025 LLBWS adds to Connecticut's championship appearances at the amateur level. Learn more about the state's collegiate titles now.
Some mid-major coaches lean into pitching their programs as a development step. Others are reluctant.
Cincinnati standout Jizzle James, son of Hall of Fame running back Edgerrin James, has been dismissed from the team.
JaQuori McLaughlin did everything he could to prove himself on Friday night, turning a strong audition into a compelling case for an Illawarra Hawks roster spot.
Jaquori McLaughlin helped lead the Illawarra Hawks to a stirring comeback win at the CODE Sports NBL Blitz as part of his trial run as they overcame a 15-point deficit to beat the Perth Wildcats 100-92 in Canberra.
Izaiah Brockington made an early statement and the new era at New Zealand Breakers began impressively with a first up 109-101 win at the CODE Sports NBL Blitz over the South East Melbourne Phoenix in Canberra.
Scott Roth was quick to downplay the importance of the matchup against former JackJumper Jack McVeigh and the Taipans on Wednesday night, but the intensity between the two teams told a very different story.
With star shooters like Bryce Cotton and DJ Vasiljevic, it is easy for the spotlight to fall squarely on them. But the Adelaide 36ers have issued a warning to rivals — their depth can do just as much damage.
Two of the strongest teams from the Hungry Jack's NBL25 Season face off in front of a sold-out crowd on Friday night.
Both the Phoenix and Breakers will go into Friday night's game at close to full strength, with plenty of fresh faces across the board.
Dubbed the “longest team in the league”, the Illawarra Hawks boast serious size with Jonah Bolden (6’10”) and JaVale McGee (7’0”) anchoring their lineup.
Withdrawing from the NBA Draft wasn’t an easy decision, but Malique Lewis believes another year in the Hungry Jack’s NBL will help him become a more complete player and give him the best shot at achieving his dream.
Jack McVeigh scored over championship teammate Will Magnay to force overtime but ultimately Josh Bannan hit the winner for the Tasmania JackJumpers who beat the Cairns Taipans 97-95 at the CODE Sports NBL Blitz.
The stage is set for a high-stakes MLS weekend as the playoff picture tightens and new rivalries ignite. Here are some of the best fixtures to key in on this weekend. FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia ...
Mauricio Pochettino's selection policy has given hope to a group of emerging hopefuls.
Amid a lack of clarity over MLS policy, Columbus Crew fans say security threatened ejections, bans for the presence of Palestinian flags.
Before even playing in his first home game in L.A., the South Korean superstar's impact is being felt on and beyond the pitch.
MLS is no longer seen merely as a destination league for aging stars — it is rapidly becoming a key player in the global transfer market. The summer of 2025 marked a watershed moment for the league,...
The USMNT head coach needs to get his first choice Europe-based players working together.
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros talk with former MLS player Chris Wingert about his time in the league playing with soccer legends, his MLS Cup win and his time now as an agent.
Pedro de la Vega and Osaze De Rosario score for Seattle in its Leagues Cup semifinal win over the Galaxy.
The Argentine star brought his team back from the brink of defeat in dramatic fashion.
Lionel Messi scored twice late to push Inter Miami past Orlando City on Wednesday night.
Penn State University's Beaver Stadium will host its first-ever hockey game as the Nittany Lions play an outdoor doubleheader on Jan. 31, 2026, the school announced on Friday.
After Toronto's second-round playoff exit in May, Marner was targeted by fans on social media and had his family's address posted online.
EA Sports has revealed the top 20-rated wingers in NHL 26.
On the first anniversary of the tragedy that took the lives of the Gaudreau brothers, their memory continues to live on in many ways.
Kane, who's also on the brink of becoming the all-time top U.S. NHL point scorer, says, "A gold medal is all I’m missing in my career.".
Welcome to an (almost) all-goaltending edition of the Red Light newsletter.
Who's the best No. 1 pick? What about No. 27? We analyzed every draft from 1967 to 2025 to find the answers.
Every hockey fan has their own quirks and irrational beliefs personal to them. These, however, are far more common ... surely?.
McDavid said Wednesday that "all options are on the table" as he enters the final season of his contract with the Oilers.
The expectation for Team USA, which hasn't won an Olympic gold medal in men's hockey since 1980, "is to go to Milan and win the gold medal," Jack Eichel said.
McDavid is entering the final year of his current deal and can hit unrestricted free agency when that expires next summer.
Team USA GM Bill Guerin said Wednesday that he expects Matthew Tkachuk, who is recovering from surgery, to be available for the Olympic team in February.
Be A Pro includes a new presentation package, core structure, and stronger emphasis on decisions.
Caldwell will sign a 10-year contract — an unprecedented length for an executive — to lead the business operations of the Wolves and Lynx.
Also from Milan: Nico Hischier hypes up the Devils' chances, Hampus Lindholm says he's healthy and Filip Forsberg on Roman Josi's status.
Plus: Goalie trade targets for the Oilers and why a lot of teams have so much cap room.
The San Jose city council unanimously approved a deal Tuesday to commit $325 million to upgrade the Sharks' arena and keep the team in the city until 2051.
Entering his 19th NHL season, Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane is at Team USA's Olympic orientation camp this week in Michigan, hoping for a roster spot and an opportunity to land a gold medal, "the one thing that's kind of missing" from his career.
EA Sports has kicked off ratings reveals for the upcoming ice hockey sim.
The Penguins will be inducting 10 key franchise figures into their Hall of Fame during the next three years.
Candace Parker retired from the WNBA in 2024. That’s when her side hustles became a full-blown business career.
Following Thursday’s blockbuster trade, the Packers are set to give Micah Parsons a four-year, $188 million deal with an average annual value (AAV) of $47 million that’s the largest for any non-quarterback.
After the eight AFC East and NFC West teams unveiled their new Nike "Rivalries" uniforms, EA Sports updated Madden NFL 26 to add the community-inspired designs its popular video game franchise.
Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber is making a late and historic run at the National League Most Valuable Player award, and he could reshape MLB’s upcoming free-agent market in the process.
Cooper Lutkenhaus still has two years left to finish high school, but he’s already a professional athlete. Lutkenhaus, 16, announced this week that he signed a deal with Nike that means he will forgo his amateurism and turn pro.
New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart returned to action Monday night after missing 13 games with a bone bruise on her right knee. While her return to the court was critical for the Liberty, who have slid to the No.
After a contentious contract standoff with Cowboys owner and GM Jerry Jones, Micah Parsons has been traded to the Packers. ESPN was the first to report the deal. Parsons will reportedly sign a four-year, $188 million deal with Green Bay, the largest contract ever for a non-quarterback.
Willie Mays’s son Michael is trying to block the sale of a handful of his father’s possessions in an auction scheduled for next month. The items are being sold by the Say Hey Foundation, a charity Willie Mays started in 2000, in an auction run by Hunt Auctions.
The NFL and Nike officially revealed new community-inspired alternate uniforms on Thursday morning for the eight AFC East and NFC West teams as part of their new “Rivalries” series.
Every July 1, Bobby Bonilla receives $1.19 million from the Mets.
The #93’s answers on the DAZN mic in Hungary make for some interesting reading.
After enduring a nightmare first half to 2025, the #1 produced a Champion's performance in Hungary to go from P16 to P4.
MotoGP is supporting the Good Max Rage Against Childhood Cancer campaign - and fans can donate for a chance to win a visit to the upcoming GP in Barcelona.
Podiums galore since Brno, the orange charge back up the Championship standings is on.
The Iwata factory's M1 with the new engine is set to make its long-awaited Grand Prix debut at the San Marino GP.
With Round 14 in the books, it's time to take a look at the biggest talking points from a historic visit to Hungary.
The #93 delivers another double as KTM and Aprilia taste podium success in Hungary, while Martin earns season-best result in P4.
The high-profile Turn 1 contact and later incident were both investigated – and both penalised.
The #93 marches on as big names crash on Saturday in Hungary, with Di Giannantonio and Morbidelli returning to the rostrum.
The #93 sets a new record and the #72 pulls off another rescue as Acosta crashes and Bagnaia fails to leave Q1.
Four clubs from NSW and Victoria in a regional football netball league that is set to close are approved to move to a new competition by their board, which says clubs' intrinsic value to their communities was a factor in the decision.
Diamonds shooter Donnell Wallam is set to return to the Super Netball competition, signing with the Sunshine Coast Lightning for the 2026 season.
Netball's players association says its members are facing "genuine hurt" after an oversight from Netball Australia saw a performer who pleaded guilty to domestic violence singing at last weekend's grand final.
After a lacklustre start to the 2025 season, the Melbourne Vixens upset minor premiers West Coast Fever in the Super Netball grand final, 59-58.
West Coast will start the Super Netball grand final as favourites but the Melbourne Vixens are battle-hardened after scrapping through to the title match.
Melbourne Mavericks defender Liv Lewis dropped a bombshell at the Super Netball club's awards night, revealing she will leave the sport to pursue AFLW.
Outgoing Vixens coach Simone McKinnis is eyeing the perfect finish to her tenure as her side faces the West Coast Fever for this year's Super Netball premiership. .
The Melbourne Vixens come from behind to defeat the NSW Swifts 66-65 and book a berth against the West Coast Fever in the Super Netball grand final.
Teen netballer Allen Griechen has represented Australia at a junior level, but is about to age out of his local competition as it does not allow males over the age of 14.
Having survived a finals nightmare, star attacker Helen Housby says the NSW Swifts' Super Netball fate can not get any worse than what has already happened.
Melbourne A-League club Western United is reportedly on the brink of collapse after having its licence stripped due to financial trouble — meaning it has effectively been removed from Australia’s elite football competitions.
Financially beleaguered club Western United has had its licence withdrawn as part of Football Australia’s regulatory processes, a step which threatens the outfit’s existence just three years after it won the A-League Men championship.
Western United is haemorrhaging cash at a rate of close to a million dollars every month, but as the A-Leagues pivot to focus on financial sustainability officials are confident the competition’s conga line of outgoing transfers is a positive sign for the local game.
It would be one of the biggest signings in A-League history, but it sounds like Sydney FC will come up short in its stunning play for former Bayern Munich great Thomas Müller.
The trend for unorthodox sporting nicknames has made way for a return to more traditional monikers.
There are logistical challenges to hosting a month-long tournament in June and July but Football Australia is open to becoming the next host.
An A-League player is among two footballers charged with allegedly manipulating yellow cards for betting purposes during games this season.
Coach Aurelio Vidmar backs young talent and fresh faces as City turn the tables on rivals Melbourne Victory to claim an elusive second championship. Despair for one side of Melbourne, jubilation for the other.
Jubilation for one side of Melbourne, despair for the other. Melbourne City are champions of the A-League Men after defeating Melbourne Victory 1-0 at AAMI Park on Saturday. As the final whistle rang out, Joe Marston Medalist Mat Leckie moved to embrace young teammate Alessandro Lopane.
Alicia Blizard helped create Western Australia's underage state guernsey.
This year's AFLW Dreamtime match will be played at TIO Stadium during round three.
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
After a remarkable AFLW run last season, the Power are keen to go again, forward Julia Teakle says.
With pre-season training about to get underway, Gemma Bastiani recaps what's been happening over the AFLW off-season.
Mizuki Brothwell sits down with Sarah Black in her draft year to talk all things footy.
With a fourth daughter set to join the AFLW next season, it's no surprise Simone Davies has taken up the sport herself. Daughters Giselle, Fleur, Darcie and Georja share how their mum has shaped their footy journeys, and how they've shaped hers.
You'll find Casey Sherriff galloping down the wing during a game, but what does she do when she's not playing footy?.
The Bombers, Kangaroos and Blues have added to their AFLW lists.
Sarah Black takes a look at how the tight turnaround between the Gaelic football and AFLW seasons could impact the 2025 campaign.
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii’s Super Rugby season is over, with the Waratahs fullback ruled out for at least a month due to a fractured jaw.
Joseph Suaalii left Allianz Stadium on a stretcher on Friday night after an ugly incident involving teammate Andrew Kellaway left him knocked out.
The NSW Waratahs have stunned the rugby union world with a phenomenal 102-metre team try during their upset Super Rugby win over the Chiefs in Sydney on Friday night.
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was the main attraction but it was Siosifa Amone who stole the show on Friday night as the Waratahs claimed a thrilling, last-gasp 37-36 win over the Highlanders.
Axed Super Rugby club the Melbourne Rebels have kicked off a $30 million course case against Rugby Australia in the Federal Court of Australia to try get themselves back into the Pacific competition.
Caleb Clarke scored a hat-trick as the Auckland Blues crushed the Waikato Chiefs 41-10 on Saturday to win their first full Super Rugby title since 2003.
Rugby Australia has rejected an application from a consortium seeking take over the Melbourne Rebels with a move to the courts the only possible saviour for the embattled club which will be shut down after 14 seasons.
Waratahs coach Darren Coleman was given credit for navigating “three challenging seasons” but won’t get a fourth after the battling Super Rugby outfit confirmed he wouldn’t be offered a new contract.
Waratahs’ fans have always been a faithful and patient lot, able to cling to the slimmest glimmer of hope when everything else seems lost.
The Melbourne Rebels may be saved by an 11th hour private equity cash injection that will see the bankrupt Super Rugby side relocate and share facilities with an A-League club.
Primo, one of the fastest growing golf apparel lines, has partnered with Phil Mickelson and HyFlyers GC.
Legion XIII star Tyrrell Hatton won the Dubai Desert Classic in impressive fashion.
Starting this February, FOX Sports to air live coverage of LIV Golf League’s 14-tournament global schedule with events throughout the U.S., Asia, Australia, Europe and Latin America.
LIV Golf has announced Scott O’Neil as new Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective immediately.
Bryson DeChambeau and Joaquin Niemann are among the LIV Golf players who will play at International Series India.
LIV Golf Korea presented by Coupang Play will be hosted at the Jack Nicklaus Golf Club in Incheon from May 2-4, 2025.
All LIV Golf events will continue to be broadcast in Australia live and free on the Seven Network.
Luis Masaveu, a young Spanish standout player, has been signed by Fireballs GC as the team finalized its 2025 roster.
Abraham Ancer and John Catlin are the latest players set to play International Series India from Jan. 30-Feb. 2.
The International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus will be contested Oct. 23-26.
BJR's double shot at fifth Pit Stop Challenge comes in Bathurst.
Striking yellow Ford piloted by De Silvestro, rookie Allen.
The event has been locked in for April 19-21 2024.