As Brendan Gallagher prepares to leave Montreal, he seeks one thing: purpose
Brendan Gallagher wants his next NHL city to be a good home for his family, but he also wants to recapture his NHL self.
Brendan Gallagher wants his next NHL city to be a good home for his family, but he also wants to recapture his NHL self.
At some stage there will be better times ahead for English rugby. They have an encouraging amount of young talent, a decent age profile and another 15 months to develop prior to the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Lionel Messi is one goal away from breaking the World Cup's all-time goal record, with Argentina looking to secure group-stage progression against Austria in Dallas. Follow live.
Middlesex fall 50 short of 231-run target on fourth day despite Gohar's 66 not out.
Jaylen Brown has been confirmed to be offered by the Boston Celtics to the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo and he is reportedly "accepting" of the reality that he may be traded this offseason.
Warwickshire batten down hatches rather than attempt fourth-innings chase of 314.
Players launched a new brand supported by their union to capitalize on their NIL rights through apparel, sponsorships and more.
Harry Brook set to captain side at Chester-le-Street two days after scheduled fifth day of NZ Test.
Craig Overton hits his third Championship century of the season but their Division One home game against Warwickshire ends in a draw.
Ireland will be without five seam options due to injury in Josh Little, Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, Barry McCarthy and Jordan Neill.
The 2026 WNBA regular season brings a highly anticipated Western Conference showdown tonight, Monday, June 22, as the Seattle Storm (3-14) welcome the high-powered Dallas Wings (10-6) to Climate Pledge Arena.
The Boston Celtics could explore a Jaylen Brown trade even if it isn't with the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Celtics somewhat slowly entered the bidding for Antetokounmpo over the past week and have reached the point of officially offering Brown.
The 2026 WNBA regular season rolls on with an absolute blockbuster matchup tonight, Monday, June 22, as the high-scoring Indiana Fever (9-7) welcome their star-studded rivals, the Phoenix Mercury (5-12), to Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Dusty May has agreed to leave Michigan to become head coach of the Dallas Mavericks. May led the Wolverines to the 2026 national championship and he exits the program several months later following the recruiting cycle.
The 2026 WNBA regular season rolls forward with a highly critical Eastern Conference showdown tonight, Monday, June 22, as the expansion Toronto Tempo (8-8) travel south to challenge the high-flying Atlanta Dream (11-4) at State Farm Arena.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
With one day until the 2026 NBA Draft, the entire league is still waiting for the Milwaukee Bucks to make a decision on Giannis Antetokounmpo. Other trades on the table are being held up and the draft order will change depending on which deal Milwaukee takes.
May, 49, led Michigan to a national championship earlier this year.
Dusty May’s meteoric rise through the basketball ranks is continuing in a seismic way, according to multiple reports.
The 2026 WNBA regular season rolls onward with a compelling Eastern Conference matchup tonight, Monday, June 22, as the Chicago Sky (4-11) travel to Uncasville to battle the Connecticut Sun (2-15) at the Mohegan Sun Arena.
The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly closing in on a resolution for trading Giannis Antetokounmpo. ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported on Get Up that Antetokounmpo will be traded to either the Boston Celtics or the Miami Heat before the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday.
We're entering a momentous week that will change the trajectories of multiple franchises league-wide. So, we have questions.
The 2026 NBA Draft begins on Tuesday. Here's everything you need to know, including the draft order and analysis on the top prospects.
Gary Harris has exercised his $3.8 million player option with the Milwaukee Bucks for the 2026-27 season. Harris was signed to a two-year, veteran minimum contract last offseason.
The most interesting part of Sunday’s announcement wasn't so much a number. It was those three words — a new chapter.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly gone "all in" on trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo, per ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst.
Giannis Antetokounmpo could be in his final days — or even hours — as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks. With the 2026 NBA Draft starting Tuesday, the Bucks have plenty of motivation to make that trade now so they have additional assets ahead of the draft.
The Boston Celtics are coming out of the weekend with a "real shot" to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks, a source told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Boston and the Miami Heat remain the two clubs engaged in advanced trade discussions with Milwaukee.
Wagler, No. 261 in his recruiting class, is the rare one-and-done freshman who didn’t set out with that as the goal.
“There’s meaning behind every single thing I do in life,” the Louisville guard said. “Everything you do should be purposeful.”.
Tourigny reached the playoffs for the first time with the Mammoth this past regular season, losing in the first round to the Golden Knights.
The Tkachuk trade kept the NHL's transactional momentum going. Next up? One of the busiest weeks on the NHL calendar.
The expectation is that Ottawa will turn its return for Tkachuk into players who can help for next NHL season and beyond.
Kilmer Sports Ventures is led by Larry Tanenbaum, who brought the WNBA to Toronto, while the Ilitch family owns the Detroit Red Wings.
Now's the chance to remember some guys who will never get the call for the real Hall but were a whole lot of fun to watch in their day.
As one team executive said Sunday night in reaction to the Tkachuk trade, "This is going to be a crazy summer.".
Thirteen scouts (including multiple directors) answered the same three questions on hot-button topics in the 2026 class.
Tkachuk is the latest in a string of star players whose names normally wouldn't have been on the trade market to join a new team.
The Senators lose one of their best two forwards, while the Panthers pay four picks to become even harder to play against.
McMann scored 10 goals in 18 games for the Kraken after arriving in Seattle via midseason trade this past season.
Brady Tkachuk is on the move. The three-time All-Star winger and captain for the Ottawa Senators is joining the Florida Panthers via a blockbuster trade featuring three first-round draft picks. The Panthers announced the trade on Sunday, confirming multiple reports.
Tkachuk has two seasons left on a seven-year, $57.5 million contract he signed with the Senators in 2021.
Garand played three games for New York last season, going 2-0-1 with a .948 save percentage.
The Panthers now own the Nos. 9 and 25 picks in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft on Friday.
With a market light on centers, Dickinson would have been tough to replace had he walked away from the Oilers.
Villeneuve, a small defenseman with offensive flair, is described by NHL scouts as one of the draft's most polarizing prospects.
The rising salary cap makes it easier to get out from under problem contracts. Here are 10 to keep an eye on.
Here's how the 2026 NHL Draft class slots across different categories and traits.
Corey Pronman evaluates the best skaters, puck handlers, competitors and smartest players in the 2026 NHL Draft class.
The program was first announced in June 2023 at that year's NHL Draft in Nashville, with the intention of beginning play in 2024.
Kimi Antonelli’s retirement from the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix was the latest in a string of reliability issues that are impacting the F1 title race.
Lando Norris was happy to see Lewis Hamilton return to the top step of the podium with his maiden victory for Ferrari at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
Chris Medland picks out the biggest talking points as F1 heads to Austria for the eighth round of the 2026 season.
Aged 41, Lewis Hamilton has found a new lease of life at Ferrari, but which other sports stars have enjoyed late-career resurgences?.
Here are all the timings – along with all the additional information you need – for the eighth Grand Prix weekend of the 2026 season from the Red Bull Ring.
Rob Smedley has given his take on Lewis Hamilton’s turnaround from struggling at the back of the field to winning with Ferrari, explaining how former colleagues at the famous Italian marque “absolutely love him” and are “putting him on a pedestal”.
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto speaks with Honda Racing Corporation President Koji Watanabe as their relationship with Aston Martin gets off to a challenging start.
The Formula 1 driver World Cup starting XI, as voted for by you.
Lewis Hamilton’s victory at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix means he has now extended his own record of the longest winning career in Formula 1 history, but who else comes closest to matching the seven-time champ?.
George Russell hit a century of Grands Prix with Mercedes in Barcelona – a journey that began as a one-off replacement for Lewis Hamilton back in 2020, and has taken him to title contention under F1’s all-new 2026 era.
A new GPC confirms some regulation changes set to come into force soon.
Get stuck into all the stories and headlines after an unforgettable trip to Brno for Round 9 of the season!.
The reigning World Champion earns a monstrous victory by 0.4s over the Japanese star in Czechia to reduce the gap to Bezzecchi to just 40 points.
The #72 headed out to the marshal post to make amends on Sunday morning.
The penalty has been accepted and the team will not take a further step in appealing to the CAI.
Aprilia Racing’s appeal to the FIM MotoGP Appeal Stewards has been denied.
Emotions boiled over on Saturday following his crash out the Sprint, leaving the #72 on the sidelines for Sunday.
The #63 puts in an imperious Sprint with a close finish at the front as Bezzecchi slides out on Saturday.
The #73 has decided to sit out the rest of the weekend to focus on his recovery.
The #79 continues his charge in Czechia, heading Di Giannantonio and Bagnaia on the front row at Brno.
Division One newbies soar into contention at top despite dogged efforts of visitors' last-wicket pair.
Kiran Carlson and Colin Ingram lead Glamorgan to an historic first ever win over Surrey at Sophia Gardens.
The initiative was "designed to show players that having a baby doesn't need to be the end of their career".
Leicestershire head coach Alfonso Thomas says he was "over the moon" to see his side earn a first County Championship Division One win in 23 years.
Meanwhile, Ireland and Pakistan look for their first wins in this tournament.
With Stokes now 35, the ECB needs to identify rising talents with the capacity to be serious people, not just young men having fun with their mates. If we learned one thing at the Oval last week, it is that this England team really needs Ben Stokes.
Essex boss Chris Silverwood insists batting first was "absolutely the right decision" despite a heavy Championship defeat by Nottinghamshire.
This is the second time England have lost points for a slow over rate in this World Test Championship cycle.
Broadcast info, latest team news, start times and more as Australia continue their T20 World Cup campaign against Pakistan.
England’s chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship final have taken another heavy blow, with Brendon McCullum’s side sanctioned for a slow over-rate during the second Test against New Zealand.
Miguel Almirón’s dismissal was unusual but there’s nothing new about players losing their cool on the biggest stage. After a fairly pedestrian first half of the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, the game burst into life in the second period.
Everything you need to know about the weather on day 12 of the World Cup.
West Ham United sign Switzerland defender Nadine Riesen following her departure from Eintracht Frankfurt.
Jesse Marsch's team are through to the knockout round but finishing first or second in Group B has significant ramifications.
There are twice as many teams from Caf at this World Cup than in 2022, but their results so far have been hit and miss.
The stats show that there have been more VAR reviews at the World Cup than in the Premier League. So why does perception suggest the opposite?.
England goalkeeper Khiara Keating turns down an offer of a new deal at Manchester City and is uncertain about her future.
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Anyone brave enough to predict the Geopolitics World Cup knockout bracket before the tournament would have clocked that Argentina could meet Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay in the last 32 and thought: “Cor, that’ll be fun”. But nothing seems to be very fun for the two-time winners at the moment.
Support for Argentina and their iconic forward knows no bounds in Bangladesh.
Analysing the similarities and differences between how Gareth Southgate and Thomas Tuchel led England.
Naomi Osaka, Qinwen Zheng and Anna Kalinskaya advanced to the second round of the Bad Homburg Open on Monday. However, former champion Diana Shnaider suffered an opening-round exit after a straight-sets loss to Clara Tauson.
It was another banner week for Czech tennis. Berlin champion Linda Noskova makes her Top 10 debut, Nottingham champion Marie Bouzkova reaches a new career high, Nikola Bartunkova enters the Top 50 and Darja Vidmanova breaks into the Top 100 in the latest PIF WTA Rankings.
Linda Noskova has become the second WTA player this season to make her Top 10 debut after winning the Vanda Pharmaceuticals Berlin Tennis Open.
Tennis great Serena Williams, who retired in 2022, has been awarded a wildcard for the Wimbledon grass court championships starting in a week.
What began as a doubles return is now a singles comeback. Serena Williams, 44, accepted Wimbledon's final wild card on Sunday and will play her first singles match in nearly four years.
This weekend in Bad Homburg, Angelique Kerber drew a ceremonial line under her storied playing career by playing an exhibition against her good friend and fellow former World No. 1 Ana Ivanovic.
Linda Noskova is headed to the Top 10 for the first time after capturing the biggest title of her career Sunday in Berlin, defeating Jessica Pegula 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 to win her first grass-court crown.
Marie Bouzkova clinched her first grass-court singles title by defeating Emma Navarro in a three-set Nottingham Open final. The match lasted nearly 2 hours, 57 minutes, making it the longest on the WTA Tour this season.
Linda Noskova isn't showing any signs of slowing down this week, defeating Alexandra Eala 6-2, 6-4 in 69 minutes to reach the Berlin final. Across four matches, Noskova has yet to drop a set and will face Jessica Pegula in search of her second title.
Jessica Pegula saw a second-set lead vanish after a lengthy rain delay, but regrouped to close out Aryna Sabalenka and earn another shot at the Berlin title.
Alexandra Eala picked up another Top 10 win Friday, knocking off Elina Svitolina 6-3, 6-4 to book a trip to the Berlin semifinals. There she'll face Linda Noskova after the Czech defeated Paula Badosa in just 68 minutes earlier in the day.
Elena Rybakina has withdrawn from next week's Bad Homburg Open, citing right hip discomfort. The World No. 2 is just 7-5 since winning Stuttgart in April, and hasn't made it past the quarterfinals in her last five tournaments.
We've rounded up the five best shots of the week from Berlin and Nottingham. Which do you think was the best? Check them out and vote for your favorite below.
Aryna Sabalenka rallied from a 6-2, 4-0 deficit against Nikola Bartunkova to book a place in the Berlin semis on Friday. Earlier, an all-American quarterfinal saw Jessica Pegula edge Madison Keys in two tiebreaks to take a 3-2 lead in their head-to-head.
Alexandra Eala sent shockwaves through the tennis world Thursday, upsetting World No. 2 Elena Rybakina in straight sets to reach the Berlin quarterfinals in her tournament debut. The result marks the 21-year-old's fifth career Top 10 win.
After upsetting Elena Rybakina in Berlin, Alexandra Eala made a call to her parents to celebrate one of the biggest wins of her career. She'll play Elina Svitolina next for a spot in the semifinals.
Madison Keys served up a clinical performance against Karolina Muchova on Thursday in Berlin, defeating the World No. 10 in straight sets to reach the Berlin quarterfinals for the second time. She'll face Jessica Pegula in the last eight.
Elina Svitolina and Linda Noskova both notched second-round wins in less than 70 minutes to book their places in the Vanda Pharmaceuticals Berlin Tennis Open quarterfinals.
Three Grand Slam champions and four Top 10 players headline next week's Bad Homburg Open, the final WTA 500 event before Wimbledon. Here's everything you need to know.
Since its inception in 2021, the WTA Coach Inclusion Program has supported 44 graduates from 18 nations. With the addition of new partnerships, an additional 39 are expected to graduate this year.
The Japanese star has had a podium in MotoGP but chases a first victory: he’s started his quest off perfectly this weekend.
The #73 will be out on track for the full Czech GP weekend after a solid start on Friday.
Brno hosts an exciting announcement for the future of MotoGP.
The reigning World Champion was under the race lap record on Friday morning whilst the 2026 Championship leader couldn’t get in his groove.
Mix World Cup fever and MotoGP, and you've got yourselves a proper weekend of action - here's what you might have missed from Thursday as MotoGP bounces into Brno.
The Outernet gears up to host a full immersive race-day experience of the most exciting sport on Earth.
The #73 will be out on track for the first session before a medical review on Friday morning.
The Italian joins the team effective immediately, ready to make his debut in the House at Brno.
The #73 will aim to get back in action this weekend, pending a final medical on Thursday.
The Charleston RiverDogs, Single-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays in the Carolina League, introduced an alternate identity that cobbles together (ha!) a variety of meanings.
In 2017, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders introduced an alternate identity that celebrated the rise of Yankees stars that had played with the team.
It's Father's Day, and that means baby blue ribbons across MLB in support of the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
The uniforms feature a custom number font inspired by the state's agricultural heritage but remove the program's "Winning Tradition" patch. The post Nebraska Cornhuskers Unveil New Home, Road Football Uniforms For 2026 Season appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The 2030 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in the French Alps have unveiled their logos: two complementary takes on a single mountain revealed by light. The post 2030 Winter Olympics Logos Revealed: One Mountain, Two Emblems appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
One of the most accomplished players in U.S. history, there might not be anyone more familiar with the state of soccer in this country than Landon Donovan. And yet, a recent experience involving his 8-year-old son’s club team still caught the Fox Sports World Cup analyst off guard.
Major League Baseball has unveiled the All-Star Game and Workout Day caps for July 13-14 in Philadelphia. The game caps carry a 1776 theme with Liberty Bell copper trim and hidden Declaration of Independence details inside the crown, while the Home Run Derby caps go furry with chenille logos.
The Saints previously wore a patch celebrating their 25th season in 1991, 30th season in 1996 and 50th season in 2016. The post New Orleans Saints Reveal 60th Season Logo, Uniform Patch For 2026 appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The newest team in the SPHL has cast a spell to bring an identity from their home city’s hockey history back to life.
Major League Baseball has cautioned players against writing on their caps after several Giants pitchers wrote Bible verses on their Pride Night hats during a game Friday.
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter says top try-scorer Campbell Ridl must ensure he does not become a "one-shot wonder".
Ardie Savea has been made the All Blacks captain in coach Dave Rennie's first squad announcement, while Newcastle-bound winger Fehi Fineanganofo gets a first call-up.
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is to leave his role with the Irish province at the end of next season.
Firefighter Jenni Scoble will play her final game for Wales against the Barbarians at Twickenham on Saturday.
Successful sevens coach Tim Walsh has been appointed the new tsar of Aussie women’s rugby ahead of a home World Cup in 2029 and an Olympics in 2032.
The Prem Rugby play-offs are set to move from home advantage to a neutral venue from the 2029-2030 season.
Joe Schmidt goes one-on-one with Michael Atkinson before his final month as Wallabies coach.
Welsh domestic rugby might have finished at the end of May but there is very little rest for the Wales national men's side this summer.
Saturday’s Super Rugby decider continued a most-welcome trend in the 15-man game.
Attention switches to England’s tour squad announcement as the Northampton and Exeter players patch up and press on.
Phil Gould and Paul Gallen debate the merits of the six-man bench rule and it's impact on State of Origin football.
Roosters and Maroons halfback Sam Walker reveals the sledge he copped from Victor Radley after a turnaround in goalkicking fortunes.
Bulldogs boss Phil Gould says he doesn't know what the future holds for Stephen Crichton after his move to five-eighth.
Veteran rugby league reporter Dean Ritchie has called out the “online pile-on” towards Blues coach Laurie Daley, describing it as “disgusting” and “revolting”.
After announcing two key extensions in the past week, the Broncos are expected to lose one of their most-improved players for next season.
Queensland coach Billy Slater explains what went into the decision to put Max Plath in the halves for game two.
Nigeria officials have confirmed their ambition for the African nation to become a powerhouse of the women’s game with the appointment of Sydney Roosters assistant coach Melissa Spero to take charge of the Green Falcons.
The Broncos have made a huge call on the future of Ben Hunt, extending the experienced premiership winner until the end of next season.
Asu Kepaoa will face the NSW Rugby League judiciary after being sent off in a NSW Cup game for allegedly using a homophobic slur.
A Knights player sent off for using an alleged homophobic slur against an opponent in NSW Cup is facing at least a month on the sidelines.
Newcastle’s Asu Kepaoa has been referred directly to the NSWRL judiciary for allegedly using a homophobic slur towards a rival player last week that led to him being sent off in a NSW Cup match.
The idea of rugby league overhauling union in New Zealand was once considered fanciful. But the Warriors are winning territory in rugby heartland.
Roosters coach Trent Robinson has had his say over the entertaining on-field feud between his winger Mark Nawaqanitawase and Sharks star Ronaldo Mulitalo.
Lone Scout’s Fantasy Winners and Losers Round 16 Wrap Up .
The Perth Bears have announced the appointment of Gareth Holmes as the club’s General Manager of Football.
He’s been likened to Sonny Bill Williams and after showcasing his ability to break the line and off-load, commentators might not be too far off the mark describing Queensland’s Bishop Neal.
Watch out rugby league world, there’s another Hopoate wanting to make it to the top grade.
It’s possible a Roosters gun has played his last game for the club after suffering a serious foot injury that could keep him out for the rest of the year.
Having made a miraculous return to the field just three weeks after breaking his arm, Blayke Brailey knew he had one shot at winning back his Blues jersey for Game Three.
Not since Wendell Sailor and Adam MacDougall traded tries and sledges have two wingers entertained like Mark Nawaqanitawase and Ronaldo Mulitalo.
Four-time Hawthorn premiership player Jordan Lewis believes the potential departure of GWS captain Toby Greene at year’s end could have devastating ramifications for the club beyond losing his star power and leadership.
Carlton interim coach Josh Fraser has maintained his humble stance regarding the vacant top job at Ikon Park, telling AFL 360 he “hasn’t lifted his eyes” from the task at hand since Michael Voss’ departure.
Comparisons were made between the forces that have shaped Australian politics, and the demographic challenges facing the AFL and the 18 clubs.
The family of AFL icon Tony Modra has released a statement thanking the community for the "overwhelming show of love" they have received since he was seriously injured in a crash last week.
The beloved football figure will require more surgery, but has had a “positive weekend” after being in critical condition.
Sachi Dade says she was the subject of rumours, personal ridicule and humiliation after personal information about their relationship was shared.
Tony Modra has been released from intensive care after a truck accident, says former Crows captain and good friend Mark Ricciuto.
The AFL has presented four options to clubs for the fixture for 2028 onwards.
The AFL has proposed holding a group stage between a 20-game regular season and a wildcard round as one of four fixture models presented to club CEOs.
Jai Murray is the Telstra AFL Rising Star for round 15.
The Match Review findings from Sunday's round 15 games are in.
Alix Tauru has been sent straight to the Tribunal for an incident in the VFL on Sunday.
The coaches' votes for the round 15 games are in.
Players coming out of contract has nothing to do with four-match losing streak, but midfield woes are a concern says vice-captain.
Jimmy Bartel reacts to Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera flipping the bird during St Kilda's loss to the Western Bulldogs.
Riley Beveridge takes a look at the hot topic at your club this week.
A dual All-Australian believes Geelong coach Chris Scott is “keeping his powder dry” with regards to tactics and player management, in what’s being painted as a bigger-picture finals “gamble”.
Bold proposals have been made to revamp the AFL fixture when Tasmania enters. Plus the extent of St Kilda’s day of injury carnage as a young gun faces suspension for his VFL hit.
Hard-luck Sydney midfielder Taylor Adams has called time on his AFL career after a tough run with soft-tissue injuries.
An update on St Kilda pair Tom De Koning and Jack Sinclair.
The relationship between football and fatherhood has evolved hugely over recent decades, but Doku's case shows there can still be friction.
Las Vegas wasn't awarded a World Cup game but it still wanted to draw visiting fans. This is how it worked out.
American Bert Patenaude is recognised as the scorer of the tournament's first treble but that was only confirmed 32 years after his death.
Will Thomas Tuchel stick with a winning formula or mix things up for his second World Cup group game on Tuesday?.
The U.S. president has been a staunch supporter of soccer but has yet to attend a game at the 2026 tournament on home soil.
Who knows more about soccer? Us ‘experts’, you the subscribers, a child, a dog or an algorithm? Come join us to predict each World Cup game.
Spain's star man scores on his first start of the tournament, but there were surprises in the other games.
The form of Gakpo and Isak at this World Cup suggests Andoni Iraola will have a lot to work with ahead of the new Premier League season.
Lionel Messi has found form at the perfect time, delivering 'jaw-dropping' displays in training for Inter Miami on U.S. soil.
Kane scored twice in England's 4-2 win over Croatia and looks every bit the player he was for Bayern Munich during the domestic season.
Charlie Davies, who saw his World Cup dream shattered in 2010, writes from the heart to Canada's Ismaël Kone about his devastating injury.
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Uruguay is off to a start many did not expect. After draws against Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde, and with a match against Spain still to come, the two-time World Cup winner is at risk of missing the knockout stage.
Our writers break down a landmark night for Mohamed Salah and Egypt and opportunity lost for New Zealand at the World Cup.
In his first World Cup column, Xavi talks about watching Messi break through at 16, and how emotional it makes him seeing him star in 2026.
The key talking points from day 10 of the World Cup, including a disputed record and a problem with a wholesome World Cup trend.
Gareth Bale has had time to 'reset' after retiring from football, a game he thinks has moved from basketball to more a 'chess game'.
HOUSTON (AP) — Under intense pressure after an opening-game draw, the Netherlands delivered a dominant performance against Sweden in the World Cup on Saturday to move atop the Group F standings. Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two goals apiece to power Netherlands to the 5-1 win.
A thousand World Cup matches. Many of them life-changing, several history-changing. Here are the 10 most iconic.
The USMNT's brilliant performances at a home World Cup have sent hopes soaring, so is Pochettino's team a genuine contender to win it?.
Canada's 6-0 win and the distressing injury suffered by Ismaël Koné showed what this team is all about: friendship and commitment.
It’s late June, and though Crow-Armstrong is showing he’s worth the hype, you can't say the same about the Cubs.
There could be several big names traded at the deadline, but these lesser-known players could also bring acquiring teams significant value.
Philadelphia is a city with a big heart, so is the World Cup cutting through? There seems more than enough room for two types of football.
Rafael Devers took four straight balls for a six-pitch walk on Sunday to reach first base as the game-tying run against the Miami Marlins. When he got there, the San Francisco Giants slugger didn't want to leave. Devers reached first via a leadoff walk.
Down by one run in the ninth inning, Devers seemingly wanted no part of being replaced on the bases.
The Astros have not had a Home Run Derby competitor since Alex Bregman, who participated in both 2018 and 2019.
The New York Yankees have activated catcher Austin Wells from the injured list before Sunday's matchup with the Cincinnati Reds. Wells, 26, is in the starting lineup and batting eighth against Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns.
The dad of the Rays' lefty was the best coach he ever had. For the first time in his career, he's had to take the mound without him present.
Perhaps Kyle Schwarber gave baseball fans a sneak peak at this year's Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. The Philadelphia Phillies super-slugging lefty launched home runs in back-to-back at-bats on Saturday against the New York Mets — in the same inning.
There have been two games in MLB history where a team has had a player hit for the cycle and another launch at least three home runs.
There have been two games in MLB history where a team has had a player hit for the cycle and another launch at least three home runs.
Cam Schlittler is putting himself in some exclusive company among pitchers in New York Yankees franchise history. The second-year right-hander struck out a career-high 13 batters over six scoreless innings in the Yankees' 5-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Friday.
In his first start at Comerica Park since returning from left elbow surgery, Tarik Skubal notched 8 strikeouts in the Detroit Tigers' 4-3 win over the Chicago White Sox on Friday.
A league source said the Dodgers will wait until Saturday to determine whether they will bring someone up to take Ohtani’s roster spot.
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani was an unexpected late scratch for Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. But there's no reason to worry about injury in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani was an unexpected late scratch for Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles. But there's no reason to worry about injury in Los Angeles.
Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon wrote that the matter has been referred to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Chisholm says he's never worn a cup, even in the minor leagues when it was required, and he won't start now even after Thursday's foul ball.
New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. says he has never worn a protective cup in his professional baseball career. And the seven-year MLB veteran told reporters that will continue, despite his taking a foul ball to his groin in Thursday's 5-1 loss to the Chicago White Sox.
Justin Verlander won't start Sunday after all. The veteran was scheduled to make his first appearance for the Detroit Tigers since March 30. It would've also been his first start for the Tigers at Comerica Park in close to nine years.
Justin Herbert's shotgun stance, Jaylen Waddle's strong first impression and everything in between — our writers take stock from the spring.
The Scottish Invasion is next level. But this sister city business, if it's to be lasting, must be more than photo ops and Christmas cards.
The Tennessee Titans and Jeffery Simmons have agreed to a three-year, $105.8 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history per annual salary. The Titans announced the extension Friday, confirming an NFL Network report that revealed the numbers.
The fathers of NFL players like Jeremiah Trotter Jr., Joey Porter Jr. and the Elliss brothers know how to achieve football success.
There's no broader sports metaphor than calling a player their team's “quarterback” but is Harry Kane performing that role for England?.
With Sauce Gardner about to begin his first full season with the Indianapolis Colts, the All-Pro defensive back wants to clarify the record of his age.
From uniforms that stood the test of time to duds that teams couldn't ditch soon enough, these are the best and worst for all 32 teams.
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It remains to be seen whether the NFL will allow the former Texas Tech QB into the supplemental draft or attempt to levy punishment on him.
Gardner says he's 24. The Internet says he's 25. What is going on?.
More than anything, the strongest part of Ward's game last season was his ability to get better every week.
Should Atlanta and Detroit break the bank to keep Robinson and Gibbs? Historically, handing out big second contracts to RBs is a big risk.
Cincinnati's QB talked Wednesday about leadership, stressing urgency and building relationships on team with new pieces and quality depth.
An estimated $6 million worth of items from the late Colts owner's collection, including his most prized possession, will soon be sold.
Off-field issues notwithstanding, the former Cincinnati QB offers a skill set reminiscent of Jaxson Dart's.
The complaint alleges that the town improperly charged about $1M in new fees related to a license obtained to host the World Cup.
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Cooper is next due in court for a motions hearing on July 6.
It had been widely reported that Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens desired a long-term deal this offseason.
If common sense isn’t enough of a deterrent, all the evidence they need is 1.3 miles south at the Cleveland Guardians’ executive offices.
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
Adelaide's all-time leading goalkicker Danielle Ponter is to be placed on the club's inactive list this season.
Vic Metro was too good for Western Australia, while South Australia got the job done against the Allies.
After a huge rise last year, the Blues will be looking to take another step in 2026, with Brooke Boileau among their recruits.
Sarah Rowe cannot wait for two worlds to come together when Ireland takes on Australia.
The first group of 16 players selected in the 2026 NAB AFLW Australia v Ireland representative game have been revealed.
She left Brisbane to pursue her dream of becoming an AFLW head coach, but didn't expect to take the reins within her first fortnight at the Giants.
See the full details of all the pre-season games ahead of the start of the 2026 AFLW season.
Check out who's in your club's AFLW leadership group for 2026.
A focus on balance after marking contests has helped Ella Roberts transform from a promising draftee into a two-time All-Australian.
US Open champion Wyndham Clark overcame some of the worst treatment of an American on home soil by the New York crowd at Shinnecock Hills as he closed out a wire-to-wire victory on Monday morning AEST.
Rory McIlroy was once again targeted by a brash New York crowd as his US Open charge fell short at Shinnecock Hills.
Wyndham Clark has gone wire-to-wire to win the 2026 US Open — but only after a day of high drama at Shinnecock Hills that saw the unpopular star almost suffer a Greg Norman-like fate.
American Wyndham Clark seized a six-stroke lead after Saturday’s third round of the US Open while top-ranked Scottie Scheffler charged into contention for a historic triumph.
Australia’s contingent endured a nightmare day with all four countryman missing the cut as 2023 champion Wyndham Clark opened up a four-shot after the second round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills in New York.
Jason Day’s injury problems have reared their ugly head once again as 2023 champion Wyndham Clark opened up a four shot lead on a wild opening day of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills.
The year was 1986, and the fury within Greg Norman was rising.
The US Golf Association, R&A and the PGA and DP World tours said Wednesday in a joint statement they will take until 2030 to examine expanded options to limit driving distance among elite players.
Adam Scott will tee it up for his 100th consecutive major at the US Open on Thursday in a group featuring Harris English and Nick Taylor.
Adam Scott’s glittering career reaches one of world sport’s most astonishing milestones at this week’s US Open.
Joe Ingles has arrived in Melbourne. We hear from United's star for the first time since signing. >> Seventeen years later, Ingles wants another NBL title.
French prospect Noa Kouakou-Heugue and the Hungry Jack’s NBL have reached agreement on a mutual release.
He boasts more than 800 games' NBA experience and is one of Australia's finest ever players, but Joe Ingles has no intention of settling in for a cushy retirement. In fact, he's more eager than ever to play and prove he deserves minutes in a new-look Melbourne United team.
The Brisbane Bullets are one step closer to locking in their roster for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season, following the signing of Lithuanian point guard Arnas Velička.
The Adelaide 36ers have become the first team to finalise their NBL27 roster, re-signing sharpshooting import John Jenkins. "John made a significant impact from the moment he arrived at our club," General Manager of Basketball Operations Matt Weston said.
South East Melbourne Phoenix Next Star, Malique Lewis, is on track to be one of the best stories of this NBA Draft as his stock continues to gather momentum in recent weeks.
NBL young guns Reyne Smith and Jacob Holt played key roles as an Australian Select team played China in a friendly. Taipans’ guard Smith had 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists, while Brisbane big man Holt finished with 12 points and 3 rebounds in an 81-91 defeat.
Dean Vickerman says a desire to travel an untrodden path drove his decision to leave Melbourne United and take charge of Japan B League champions Nagasaki Velca.
The Tasmania JackJumpers have secured the signature of import guard Dakota Mathias for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season. The club confirmed Mathias' signing on Monday, after he spent the previous year at Brisbane.
The prestigious NBL Next Stars program has helped 13 players get drafted into the NBA, including the likes of LaMelo Ball, Josh Giddey, Ousmane Dieng and Alex inside the lottery.
The Adelaide Thunderbirds are through to their third Super Netball grand final in four years. Now they wait to see if they will face the Melbourne Vixens or West Coast Fever for a shot at the title.
The Diamonds include five players set to make their Commonwealth Games debut as they look to win their fifth gold medal in Glasgow. .
Despite male netballers making a valuable contribution to the Aussie Diamonds pathway and Super Netball competition, progress between the two genders at the international level has largely been scaled back and unexplained.
This year's record-breaking Adelaide Thunderbirds are shifting their focus to the Super Netball finals, with a third premiership in four years on offer.
The 2025 Super Netball Grand Final set a new standard with a record crowd at one of the biggest stadiums in the country. But in 2026, the sport has been forced to retreat to smaller finals venues due to a scheduling issue with Disney on Ice.
The world has never been closer to Australia's Diamonds. Coach Stacey Marinkovich is determined to keep them shining brightest.
Despite signing her first full-time Super Netball contract this year there was no guarantee Jessie Grenvold would get a lot of court time. But through injury, the Mavericks defender took on a starting spot and is now an Australian Diamond.
The Giants team is flailing at the bottom of the ladder, winless after 11 rounds and the likely recipient of this year's wooden spoon.
Frustrated at netball's stagnation, this is what Jamie-Lee Price wants to see happen to keep her sport moving with the times.
Romelda Aiken-George is supposed to be retired. Instead, the 37-year-old goal shooter is breaking all kinds of records and reinventing herself in her 19th season. After her 255th national league game on the weekend, she reveals the secret to her longevity.
In Nigerian culture, Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike said, a person’s full name acts as an affirmation. Ogwumike, whose full name is Nnemkadi Chinwe Ogwumike, said Nnemkadi means “mother supreme,” Chinwe means “God gives,” and Ogwumike means “warrior.”.
During her fifth season in the WNBA, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton will share a look into her life on and off the court in a monthly video diary on Andscape. Golden State Valkyries point guard Veronica Burton’s path to becoming a WNBA starter wasn’t linear.
On the day in November 2024 that the Chicago Sky announced Tyler Marsh as their new head coach, he received a call from a friend who is a college coach.
When Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson stepped onto the Target Center floor last July wearing a black Nike LeBron 21 detailed in the pink and green of her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, it didn’t take long for the image to circulate. Screenshots spread. Group chats lit up.
As the WNBA welcomes the start of the 2026 season, one of the league’s all-time greats has chosen to say goodbye. Tina Charles, an eight-time All-Star and the 2012 WNBA MVP, announced Tuesday that she is retiring from basketball.
The first time Indiana Fever guard Raven Johnson met Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards, she was a self-described “shy” ninth-grader.
The WNBA's 2026 schedule will feature a record of 216 games and tentpole events that will be nationally broadcast, the league announced on Wednesday.
How did the 15 WNBA franchises do with their offseason moves, including the draft? We rank them into four tiers.
Napheesa Collier won't be back on the court for the Lynx until at least June as she recovers from March ankle surgery.
Fever guard Sophie Cunningham was adamant she wasn't complaining about the lack of a long-term contract after signing a one-year, $665,000 deal as a free agent.
Auckland FC have won their first A-League Men championship title after defeating all-time record-holders Sydney FC 1-0 in front of a record crowd in Auckland on Saturday night.
Former Sydney FC coach Steve Corica’s resurrection from Sky Blues scapegoat to Auckland FC hero is complete after guiding the Black Knights to grand final glory over his old club.
A win for the Black Knights in front of a fervent home crowd could sell its own story, but Patrick Kisnorbo’s dogged Sky Blues stand in the way. The best-laid plans of the A-League Men often go awry.
Juan Mata had been written off, another caught in the mire of Australian football despite being a World Cup winner. Ever-smiling, now the 38-year-old also has the last laugh, having won the A-League Men’s Johnny Warren medal, the award for the competition’s player of the year.
Sydney FC’s head coach Patrick Kisnorbo has hailed the “resilience and mental toughness” of his side as they punched their ticket to the A-League Men grand final, winning a pulsating semi-final against premiers Newcastle on penalties.
Melbourne City attacker Marcus Younis is among the players hoping to give Tony Popovic a ‘massive headache’ when picking the Australia squad. Mitch Duke has done all he can to show Socceroos coach Tony Popovic he still has it. Craig Goodwin might yet make one last push.
Steve Rosich wants to secure football as the third pillar of Australian sport but admits there is work to do with several clubs’ futures under a cloud.
Newcastle has won the A-League Premier’s Plate for the first time in the club’s history.
A-League club was on the brink of collapse before coach Mark Milligan lifted ‘Box Office Jets’ to within sight of a breakthrough premiership. It wasn’t all that long ago that the Newcastle Jets were on the precipice of collapse.
Italian tennis has hit new heights in recent years. Jannik Sinner has climbed to No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings and captured 28 tour-level titles.
Novak Djokovic returns to Tour this week at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia and spent time on Tuesday practising on a temporary court at the famous Piazza del Popolo in Rome.
Rome, 2006. Clay dust hangs in the air. Rafael Nadal lies on his back, arms spread, the Foro Italico roaring around him. It’s a snapshot frozen in time, but the real story is how we got there.
Rafael Jodar and Alexander Blockx arrive at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome as two of the ATP Tour’s fastest-rising players, having each enjoyed a rapid climb over the past 12 months.
Jannik Sinner has enjoyed a seamless European clay season so far, triumphing in Monte-Carlo and Madrid. But there will be something extra at stake for the Italian when he steps on court at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.
The Internazionali BNL d'Italia begins on Wednesday in Rome, where former Top-10 stars Hubert Hurkacz and Pablo Carreno Busta, home favourite Matteo Arnaldi, and Madrid semi-finalist Alexander Blockx are among the stars in Day 1 action. View Wednesday’s full order of play below.
Novak Djokovic is ready to get back to business at the 2026 Internazionali BNL d'Italia. The record 40-time ATP Masters 1000 champion is in Rome preparing for his return to action after missing more than six weeks due to injury.
Shortly after capturing his biggest career clay-court title in Munich last month, Ben Shelton made his intentions clear: “I have big ambitions for the clay courts,” he said. “It is slowly becoming one of my favourite surfaces to play on.”.
“What happened in Monte-Carlo, happened. What happened in Madrid, happened. And here we are… we are in Rome.”.
The Internazionali BNL d’Italia has long been renowned for offering a unique fan experience on the ATP Tour.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Tyran Stokes’ basketball and life journey has already taken him from his hometown of Louisville, Ky., to San Diego to Atlanta to Napa, Calif.
Paulius Murauskas' former coach at Saint Mary's recently joined Arizona State, and the 6-foot-8 forward said Wednesday that he was following.
The Gators return their leading scorer to top the first forecasted field for next season's NCAA tournament.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeated his call for Congress to pass legislation that would rein in college sports at a time athletes are allowed to move freely from school to school and command salaries that put athletic departments in...
Duke landed top guard transfer John Blackwell, adding a high-level, veteran scorer to a retooling Blue Devils team.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has publicly questioned the decision-making at the University of Kentucky, including the seven-figure gig retiring athletic director Mitch Barnhart was recently given.
Thomas Haugh is expected to be one of the highest-paid players in college basketball, after his decision to return to Florida for his senior season.
Joseph Savarino, a grandson of retired coach Mike Krzyzewski, was charged with misdemeanor driving while impaired in connection with a collision that killed a 15-year-old bicyclist.
Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN on Monday, with the Red Storm beating out Kentucky for the talented forward.
UConn guard Solo Ball will undergo wrist surgery and miss the entire 2026-27 season.
There are 21 five-star players in the class and we scout each one's game for the next level.
We look at where we expect the best teams to excel and where they have potential trouble spots.
The Raiders fill their biggest need at No. 1, but is Mendoza the only first-round QB? Our reporters make their picks.
Ashton Daniels, a transfer from Auburn, won his battle with Kevin Sperry over the spring and has been named the Florida State starting quarterback.
Indiana football coach Curt Cigneti praised his defensive unit and coordinator Bryant Haines as he's seen a defense-dominated spring that is deeper and further along than his previous two teams.
From North Carolina to Wake Forest, the dynamic has changed for quarterback Gio Lopez.
Eleven notable teams and CFP contenders head into summer with some unresolved things that need answers.
Mel Kiper Jr. updated his NFL draft rankings one last time. His Big Board stacks 150 prospects.
Val Ackerman is retiring this summer after leading the Big East as commissioner for 13 years, leading the conference through realignment and team exodus, as well as eight national championships during her tenure.
The consensus top pick is bringing his unique mix of curiosity, quirk and command to the NFL.
Zac Lomax might just have arrived in Super Rugby, but already the code-hopper has made a giant impression.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has ended in heartache against the Drua in Fiji – but the former NRL star showed more than enough to suggest he could wear a Wallabies jersey by the time Australia hosts next year’s World Cup.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has been delayed after the former NRL star was a late withdrawal from the Western Force’s big win over the Queensland Red on Saturday night.