World Cup stadium rankings: Which venue is best for atmosphere, location and suitability for soccer?
Our writers rate all 16 World Cup venues on different criteria. Which one came out on top?.
Our writers rate all 16 World Cup venues on different criteria. Which one came out on top?.
Manny Feyi-Waboso has been declared fit to return for Exeter in this weekend’s Prem final at Twickenham.
An Arsenal defender slipped dramatically down our list after a week of the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
It’s hot in North America in June, but fans are griping that the breaks that have been added to each half are an excuse for the networks to show more ads.
Czechia make a positive start against South Africa, as Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi is denied a Canadian visa amidst an involvement in a suspected match fixing incident. Follow live.
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.
While there has long been an expectation that the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo, whether with the Milwaukee Bucks or via trade, would be resolved by the NBA Draft, growing reporting suggests the situation may remain unresolved well beyond next week and into free agency beginning June 30. The Bucks have been in talks with the Miami Heat for several months but have signaled they are unwilling to accept what has been offered for Antetokounmpo.
Fred Vasseur has explained how he will be trying to keep Ferrari “calm” as the 2026 campaign develops, after Lewis Hamilton’s breakthrough win for the team generated talk of a championship challenge.
Lewis Hamilton recently secured his maiden Grand Prix victory with Ferrari at the age of 41 – who does he join on the list of oldest race winners?.
Mercedes have shared how George Russell was battling a “very, very oversteery” car in the closing stages of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, due to an “incorrect” balance adjustment during his final pit stop.
The 2026 WNBA regular season brings an absolute blockbuster Eastern Conference showdown tonight, Thursday, June 18, as the surging Indiana Fever (9-5) play host to their rivals, the Atlanta Dream (9-4), at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
It's here! Keith Smith of Spotrac joins Dan Feldman, Danny Leroux, and Nate to try to find homes for all the key free agents and trade candidates this offseason.
Luka Doncic is in constant communication with Los Angeles Lakers president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick this offseason, with the six-time All-Star expecting the front office to deliver on a championship-caliber roster they have long promised would come in the summer of 2026, sources told ESPN. "Luka wants to be a championship team yesterday," a source close to Doncic said.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
New York Knicks owner James Dolan is willing to write "as big a check as possible" to keep his championship roster intact this offseason … but only to a certain point. Dolan said he's unwilling to put the team into the second apron despite its championship.
The Denver Nuggets are interested in adding wing Bogdan Bogdanovic in free agency. The LA Clippers hold a $16 million team option for Bogdanovic that they are expected to decline. The 33-year-old veteran wing would then be an unrestricted free agent.
New York Knicks owner James Dolan was a recent guest on The Carton Show on WFAN on SNY. Dolan talked about his team winning the 2026 NBA Finals. The Knicks owner was also asked about running it back and keeping the team together for another Finals run.
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The Kansas guard leads a deep class of talented ballhandlers and shooters who could be taken in the top 10.
With less than a week before Tuesday's first round, Sam Vecenie updates his mock with all the fresh information he's hearing.
If you're team is looking for a small forward this offseason, well, good luck.
Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson and the NBA champs receive keys to the city on Thursday. It's a scene that must be seen to be believed.
How much of an overhaul will GM Brad Stevens give the Celtics this summer?.
The Orlando Magic hired Mfon Udofia and DJ Bakker as assistant coaches on Sean Sweeney's staff on Wednesday. Udofia was most recently the head coach of the Long Island Nets last season. Bakker was an assistant for the Hornets and head coach of the Greensboro Swarm.
The Phoenix Suns are in discussions to potentially trade into the first round of the upcoming draft, sources told Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Suns currently have the No. 47 pick in the second round.
The Milwaukee Bucks are looking to include Bobby Portis in any Giannis Antetokounmpo deal, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. Portis has two years left on his deal worth slightly over $30 million, with the second year a player option.
The Boston Celtics are growing frustrated with the process of potentially acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks, according to Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The team is "weary" of the rumors surrounding Jaylen Brown getting sent to the Bucks in exchange for Antetokounmpo.
Less than a week away from next Tuesday's NBA Draft, which since early May has been regarded leaguewide as the Milwaukee Bucks' self-imposed deadline to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo, there is a virtually universal sentiment shared by numerous front offices as well as the agents of players potentially involved in a Giannis deal.
Trae Young plans to decline his $48.97 million player option for the 2026-27 season with the Washington Wizards and enter free agency Monday, sources told Andscape's Marc Spears Wednesday.
The 2026 NBA free agent class will have its top point guard. Washington Wizards guard Trae Young plans to decline his $48.97 million option for the 2026-27 season and will become a free agent on Monday, according to Andscape's Marc Spears.
Playing indoors will protect Czechia vs South Africa from heavy rains generated by the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur.
The United States is off to a dream start at this World Cup. The opening 4-1 win over Paraguay marked the first time the U.S. scored four goals in a World Cup match, and it was the first time the U.S. won a World Cup game by three or more goals since 1930. The No.
Gary Lineker thinks Harry Kane is "the greatest English striker we've ever had" after the England captain equalled his record of 10 World Cup goals.
All 48 teams have played their first matches. From xG to assists to transfer value, here’s some of the more revealing bits of data The first round of fixtures at the World Cup is in the bank so we’ve finally seen all 48 teams.
Wales must beat Albania and either Romania or Norway in successive two-legged play-off ties to reach next summer's Women's World Cup.
Germany and Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger, whose family fled Sierra Leone's civil war, is among those campaigning for a change in global attitudes around refugees.
Which players, aged 22 and under, have impressed in the first week of the World Cup? Here are our picks...
Alfred Johansson is the new manager at Motherwell, with the 35-year-old Swede aiming to build on the success of last season at Fir Park.
France's World Cup winner Olivier Giroud explains why iconic Les Bleus striker Kylian Mbappe is misunderstood, and seen as arrogant when he's not.
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything looks at the range of goal songs being used at the 2026 World Cup.
Star wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso clears himself to play in Saturday's Prem final against Northampton in a huge boost for Exeter Chiefs.
Captain George Furbank is targeting a "fairytale finish" with Northampton as his decade at the club ends in Saturday's Prem final at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham.
Outgoing Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt is naming his final squad on Friday, and he’s got at least one more shock call to come.
BBC Radio Northampton's Graham McKechnie reflects on the differences between Northampton Saints' 2024 title winning squad and this year's.
BBC Sport NI assesses the credentials of the three uncapped players named by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell in his squad for the upcoming Nations Championship fixtures.
Worcester Warriors name former England lock Joe Launchbury as their new head of academy at Sixways.
Tackling above the base of the sternum will be outlawed in the grassroots game around the world by World Rugby from July.
Exeter wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Northampton scrum-half Alex Mitchell are set to make surprise returns to their club sides for Saturday's Prem final at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium.
Uncapped Connacht trio Billy Bohan, Sam Illo and Sean Jansen are named in Ireland's squad for next month's Nations Championship fixtures, but injured fly-half Jack Crowley is ruled out.
Harlequins add rugby league legend Sean Long and ex-player Jordan Turner-Hall to full-time roles on their backroom staff.
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.
Brendan Sorsby is entering the NFL supplemental draft as the highest-touted prospect in more than a decade.
Serena Williams will make her Grand Slam return at Wimbledon later this month. Along with her sister Venus, Williams has been granted a wild card entry to the Wimbledon women’s doubles draw, the All England Tennis Club announced Tuesday morning.
The Horned Frogs will take on North Carolina in the 2026 Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin, Ireland, on Aug. 29. The post TCU Horned Frogs Unveil New Black Alternate Uniforms For Ireland Game appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The Stars’ $3 billion arena and mixed-use development project in Plano, Texas, isn’t just about the NHL team getting its own facility, but a bet on the future trends across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
New logo incorporates parent club's history with Inland Empire's auto racing heritage. The post Seizing the Crown: AHL’s Ontario Reign Roll Out ‘Brand Evolution’ Featuring New Logo, Jerseys appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
Major League Baseball will mark the 250th anniversary of the United States with special caps, jerseys, and socks worn league-wide on July 4. The caps feature a cream crown and the USA 250 patch, while the jerseys get a stars-and-stripes treatment for the first time in nearly a decade.
Fatima Sana will become the first Pakistani woman to play in The Hundred after being selected by Birmingham Phoenix as a wildcard pick.
"He is fit, the hunger never dies. You saw him this IPL season bring on the energy, runs, attitude….everything was there".
Stokes named in Durham squad on same day he and Atkinson interviewed by Cricket Regulator.
Q was witness to Gavaskar's 10,000th run, Hadlee's 400th wicket, Kumble's 10-for, cricket's 1000th Test and its 2000th in 2011.
Ben Stokes will make his return to action for Durham after being named in their squad for the County Championship match against Northamptonshire on Friday.
Bangladesh also have questions regarding their middle order as they look to stay alive in the series.
Tom Bailey signs a one-year contract extension to stay with Lancashire until the end of the 2027 season.
Mady Villiers, Grace Potts and Ellie Threlkeld the other uncapped members of 15-player group.
Phillips became the third New Zealand batter to score a century in all three international formats.
Both teams seek first points after two straight defeats in this World Cup.
Veteran prop Brad Singleton joins hometown club Barrow Raiders after leaving Castleford Tigers last month.
The Melbourne Storm’s stars of the future have shone as a tough 24 hours for the NSW Blues continued, with the Queensland Maroons claiming a 28-14 win in the men’s Under 19s State of Origin clash on Thursday evening.
St Helens winger Kyle Feldt is released from his contract with immediate effect to "prioritise personal matters".
It was the powerful act from former Blues coach Michael Maguire that left players in “tears”.
Follow all the action from the Under 19s State of Origin men's and women's matches on NRL.com's live blog.
The New South Wales Blues take on the Queensland Maroons in the U19 Women’s 2026 State of Origin at North Sydney Oval, Sydney.
While all the debate is on who Laurie Daley should and should not drop ahead of the State of Origin decider, former NSW Blues player Luke Keary said everyone is missing the point.
The star halfback is a free agent on November 1, and his market value continues to soar with every game he plays in the Queensland jersey.
Lilianah Lewis scores the game-winning try for the Queensland Maroons.
Deleni Paitai of the Queensland Maroons crashes over NSW defenders to score a try.
A Luke Jackson masterclass has helped Fremantle enhance its status as premiership favourites in a nine-point victory over Geelong to extend the club’s record winning streak to 13 games.
AFL icon Tony Modra is in a very serious condition after being involved in a crash involving his cattle truck on Thursday.
Crows legend Tony Modra has been seriously injured in a truck crash.
There are grave fears for the Coleman medallist, who was involved in a serious motor vehicle accident south of Adelaide on Thursday.
Fremantle star Shai Bolton flew high to take this incredible mark against Geelong.
Fremantle comes from behind to beat Geelong for a 13th straight game, as Shai Bolton hits the heights at Perth Stadium with a Mark of the Year contender.
The Dockers showed yet again that they are serious premiership contenders, beating Geelong in Perth.
The Hawks are still keen to acquire Zach Merrett, are the favoured destination for Ben King if he leaves Gold Coast, and have been a leading suitor for Suns young gun Bailey Humphrey.
The teams for Friday and Saturday's round 15 matches are in, plus the squads for Sunday's games.
Follow all the action from Thursday night's clash between Fremantle and Geelong.
The Giants are keen to retain Toby Greene, but they are happy to wait until the 32-year-old is ready to make a call on his future.
The partner of former Melbourne star Steven May is suing the Demons, head coach Steven King and the club’s general manager of football, Alan Richardson. .
Bobby Hill returns to Collingwood training, but coach Craig McRae says it will be some time before the 2023 Norm Smith medallist is ready to play in the AFL again.
Adam Kingsley would love for Toby Greene to re-sign, but he's happy for the Giants skipper to take his time on a big decision.
Fremantle is eyeing revenge for its lone loss of the 2026 season, in a potential Grand Final preview against Geelong tonight in the west.
Bobby Hill returned to Collingwood training on Thursday, but coach Craig McRae has played down the chances of a return in the near future.
Luke Beveridge has backed the Dogs' exploration of potentially playing a match in India.
Luke Beveridge has returned fire at Jordan Lewis over speculation that a key Bulldog wants out of the kennel, while Craig McRae welcomes the Pies’ push for Lachie Neale, and the Tigers make the move to Waverley.
The Blues are unbeaten with Josh Fraser at the helm, but the interim coach is keeping their focus on the short term.
Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has discussed talk linking ruckman Tim English with a move away.
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.
Four Grand Slam champions and five top 10 players will compete next week at the Bad Homburg Open, the tune-up event for Wimbledon. Here is 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.
Aryna Sabalenka took care of business Wednesday, knocking off Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-4, 6-4 in 1 hour and 21 minutes to reach her third straight Berlin quarterfinal and improve to 5-4 in their head-to-head.
Paula Badosa rallied from a set down to beat fifth seed Coco Gauff and reach her first quarterfinal of the season. She was joined there by defending champion Jessica Pegula, who defeated Katerina Siniakova in straight sets to reach the last eight.
After teaming with Victoria Mboko and Karolina Muchova in the first two tournaments of her comeback, Serena Williams will play with Venus at Wimbledon, reforming one of the most successful doubles teams of at all. And it might not have happened without an assist from 8-year-old Olympia.
Young talents Alexandra Eala and Nikola Bartunkova advanced at the Vanda Pharmaceuticals Berlin Tennis Open with clutch performances against experienced opponents, saving 17 out of 20 break points between them to defeat Donna Vekic and Elise Mertens respectively.
Serena Williams will play at Wimbledon for the first time since 2022 after the American legend was given a wildcard to play the doubles event with her sister Venus on Tuesday.
Hannah Klugman posted the first WTA main-draw win of her career over British compatriot Harriet Dart in the Lexus Nottingham Open first round -- but only after a 256-mile round trip to London and back as the 17-year-old scrambled for a lucky loser place. Meanwhile, Zeynep Sonmez upset No.
Serena Williams and Karolina Muchova's doubles campaign in Berlin ended Tuesday, but post-match, Williams discussed a range of topics from her Wimbledon doubles wild card to her motivation and more.
Venus and Serena Williams will reunite in doubles at Wimbledon after receiving a wild card into the women's doubles draw. Roland Garros runner-up Maja Chwalinska headlines the singles wild-card recipients after her breakthrough run in Paris.
Donna Vekic won her first career WTA 500 title, Robin Montgomery won her first WTA title at any level, Serena Williams made her highly-anticipated return to the tour and more in the latest week in review.
After one of the most challenging stretches of her career, Donna Vekic reunited with a trusted mentor and rediscovered the form that once made her one of the tour's most dangerous grass-court players.
Donna Vekic turned a lucky-loser entry into the biggest title of her career, Robin Montgomery completed a stunning comeback from wrist surgery, and Serena Williams made her return to the doubles rankings after nearly four years away.
Mercedes-Benz and the WTA have introduced the Mercedes-Benz Signature Court. In collaboration with brand ambassador Coco Gauff, Mercedes-Benz unveiled a three-sided tennis court bearing the brand’s iconic logo, a first-of-its-kind fan activation ahead of the Berlin Tennis Open.
On a festive Saturday night at Sports Festival in Cluj-Napoca, a sold-out crowd turned out to celebrate one of Romania's greatest icons, Simona Halep.
After gaining entry into the tournament as a lucky loser, Donna Vekic used a dominant opening-set shutout to anchor a victory over Emma Raducanu, ending a two-year title drought with the biggest win of her career.
Robin Montgomery claimed her first WTA singles title at the Libéma Open after Barbora Krejcikova withdrew from the final because of illness. The 21-year-old qualifier, ranked No. 484, became the lowest-ranked WTA Tour champion since Elina Svitolina won Strasbourg in 2023.
Emma Raducanu put in overtime Saturday to reach her first final on home soil, defeating Kamilla Rakhimova in the quarterfinals and Iva Jovic in the semis to set a Queen's title match against Donna Vekic. Vekic beat Katie Boulter earlier Saturday to reach her first final since 2024.
Shaking off four years of rust with a seamless straight-sets opening victory at Queen's Club, Serena Williams proved her athleticism is intact as she shifts to her next tournament alongside Karolina Muchova.
After the riotous win over Croatia, we asked our writers to name the England game they most enjoyed watching.
Real Madrid agree a deal to sign Ibrahima Konate on a four-year contract when the France centre-back leaves Liverpool at the end of June.
Konate has come far since childhood football games in the cages of La Roquette. Now his journey has taken him to the World Cup — and Spain.
The Athletic's data team analyse the nuances of the first round of fixtures at the 2026 World Cup.
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.
The first set of group-stage games have been played. Our writers consider what tournament predictions they would (and wouldn't) change.
England's assistant delivered a frank assessment of the team's performance at half-time. How did things change after the restart?.
Ever wanted to nail a rabona? Our experts show you how to perfect five types of pass loved by some of the best players in the world.
Rodri should only play for one of the best clubs in the world, but there are very few of those now and even fewer who have room for him.
The Italian appears to be in demand this summer. A move to Manchester City or Arsenal would be understandable, but Spurs? Not so much.
Freedom Crichton Ropati darts over in the corner to open the scoring for the Blues.
Check out who our expert tipsters have selected in Round 16 of the NRL Telstra Premiership.
See all the late mail, official team news and updates for Round 16 of the 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership competition.
The Israel Folau camp claims his rugby league return at Wests Tigers was signed off – until a club legend and heavy hitter weighed in.
Junior Kumuls playmaker Ellyjah Birve is set to follow in the footsteps of Adrian Lam after being chosen in the Queensland team for Thursday night's Under 19s Origin at North Sydney Oval.
The Blues are packed with premiership winners, but they just don’t fire under coach Laurie Daley. It may be time for major changes.
NRL executives have got their wish, with the State of Origin series going to a decider just as they attempt to finalise a rich broadcast deal.
Maria Folau sets the record straight about the conversations her husband Issy has had with the Wests Tigers about returning to the NRL.
From confused and curious in 1990 to captivated and compelled in 2026… such has been the evolution of State of Origin crowds in Melbourne.
If Origin form is a guide, who makes your Kangaroos team for RLWC2026 after Game Two.
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 double MotoE World Champion will step into the Joe Rascal Racing fold in Assen, replacing Cody Wyman for the rest of the Bagger World Cup campaign.
Enjoy five Czech GP battles that we've had the pleasure of witnessing throughout the decades.
The reigning Champion arrives as the most recent winner as his rivals reload to reassert their speed.
Round 9 of the season is already upon us. Find out everything you need to know about the schedule this weekend!.
Marc Marquez's 100th Grand Prix win in Hungary saw the factory Ducati squad reach an impressive MotoGP milestone.
Former F1 driver turned television pundit David Coulthard believes that Lewis Hamilton is back to his best – and has a genuine shot at fighting for the 2026 world title – following the Briton’s breakthrough win for Ferrari in Barcelona.
Haas started the season strongly, with Ollie Bearman delivering a big haul of points at the opening two races. As such, the American outfit were in the thick of the midfield fight – but since bolting on their first big upgrade package, their form has faded.
Lewis Hamilton finally stood on the top step of the podium for the first time in Ferrari colours last weekend after taking victory in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
High-speed corners and hot temperatures highlighted Cadillac's weaknesses in Barcelona.
Lewis Hamilton sealed his first victory with Ferrari on Sunday – here are 10 questions about some other drivers' maiden wins with the Scuderia.
Hamilton claimed his first Grand Prix victory for Ferrari last weekend in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, becoming the first driver to beat Mercedes on a Sunday this year.
Nine-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen joins *Beyond The Grid* to discuss his impressive career and how he came close to racing in F1.
After the troubled start to the 2026 season, Aston Martin Team Principal Adrian Newey made a bold decision to focus on one major upgrade package for later in the year, rather than a series of smaller updates.
Formula 1 has made outlined the significant steps made in its sustainability goals in the latest Impact Report.
Pierre Gasly extended his points-scoring streak with a P7 finish in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
Whether it was a down year, injuries, age-related decline or worse, here are the players who didn’t live up to their contracts last season.
The Hockey 100, the definitive ranking of the greatest players in modern NHL history, will be published on Oct. 27, 2026.
Valeri Nichushkin, Tomáš Hertl, Bryan Rust and Connor Hellebuyck join the big board with summer trade activity already rolling.
Which unrestricted free agents project to provide surplus value relative to what they’re expected to be paid?.
Vegas' ruthless decision-making was on display again this week with how the coaching situation was handled.
A collection of the top NHL Draft stories and analysis from our prospects experts Corey Pronman and Scott Wheeler.
Also: Shea likely heading to market, Greer could return, Brunette back with the Predators and a Team Canada GM update.
In Corey Pronman's annual seven-round mock, he predicts how the entire 2026 NHL Draft will go next week.
The turning point of Hiller's time behind the Kings' bench will follow him in his second stint as head coach in the NHL with Toronto.
Harvey, 23, was the clear No. 1 prospect in a deep draft class that features five players who won gold at the Milan Olympics with Team USA.
The teams swapped 2026 first-round picks in the deal, with Buffalo receiving the No. 20 choice and San Jose getting the No. 27 selection.
Craig amassed a 96-95-13-12 record as coach of Vegas' AHL team, leading them to their first playoff appearance since 2022 this past season.
The 2026 draft is Wednesday night in Detroit, with a record 235 players (including 23 Olympians) hoping to hear their name over six rounds.
The 57-year-old, who most recently spent two seasons as head coach in Los Angeles, is the first coaching hire by new Leafs GM John Chayka.
The NHL, like many other sports, is thriving right now. After turning in its best regular-season ratings in 14 years, the league carried that momentum into the playoffs, where it drew it's highest-ever postseason ratings, per Sports Business Journal.
The Athletic Hockey Show's annual mock draft episode offered new insights for how the 2026 draft could unfold.
Corey Pronman merged his top 10 prospects for 2026 with the top 10 players selected last year to make a combined list.
Much has been said of the Hurricanes' strategy of winning by solid depth rather than star power. It might be to an unprecedented extent.
Each prospect's answer provides insight into the way they think about themselves and the style of game they play.
A former two-way force for Carolina now leading from behind the bench, Brind'Amour makes a strong case for inclusion. But in what category?.
The league’s current collective bargaining agreement expires Dec. 1. The majority of fans and players we polled expect a lockout to follow.
Kingdom Home, a nonprofit founded by Boyd and his wife, is teaming up with Connect Roasters to raise money for children in Uganda.
This is the first time Ripken, who retired as a player in 2001, has taken such a hands-on approach within the organization.
Every team knows what it needs to improve at this point in the season. Here are the biggest needs for each MLB club.
Ohtani was embarrassed when his goal-setting chart was made public. But it's an instructive guide for how to break down ambitious dreams.
We polled 101 MLB players across 23 teams to find out if they think there will be a lockout this offseason. In short? Yes. They do.
We received 8,500 responses to our MLB-MLBPA labor negotiations fan survey. The results are worth poring over.
The 2026 MLB Home Run Derby is turning back the clock and saying goodbye to it simultaneously, according to The Athletic's Evan Drellich and Johnny Flores Jr.
Pérez was hurt when a plyometric band snapped off a hook and hit him underneath the left eye. The club is awaiting word on his status.
The annual event will be broadcast on Netflix for the first time next month, with the Derby taking place at Citizens Bank Park.
Although 2,500 miles apart and in different leagues and divisions, the Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers have two notable ties binding the franchises together.
It was a rough day at the office for Shohei Ohtani on Wednesday, by his standards. Which is enough to give him only the second-best ERA in baseball right now.
Scherzer was scheduled to start on Wednesday but lands on the IL for the second time this season.
We are less than a month away from the most delightful, awe-inspiring, low-stakes, good-natured event on the baseball calendar: the Home Run Derby. This year, MLB's smorgasbord of big flies will take place July 13 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, home to the 2026 All-Star festivities.
We are less than a month away from the most delightful, awe-inspiring, low-stakes, good-natured event on the baseball calendar: the Home Run Derby. This year, MLB’s smorgasbord of big flies will take place July 13 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, home to the 2026 All-Star festivities.
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Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube. When the San Francisco Giants ended the 2025 season, they found themselves at exactly .500 in the ultra-competitive NL West.
Aaron Judge is hurt again. The slugger has a broken rib that has sidelined him for about another month. While fans are waiting for the New York Yankees superstar to return to the lineup, many collectors are wondering if his latest injury will affect the value of his cards.
The Tampa Bay Rays, ranked second in the AL East with a 41-29 record, face the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are first in the NL West with a 47-27 record.
The New York Mets, ranked fifth in the NL East with a 32-41 record, face the Cincinnati Reds, who are fifth in the NL Central with a 35-37 record.
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.
. Subscribe to Football 301 with Nate TiceApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeNate Tice & Bill Barnwell dive into Brendan Sorsby’s value in the NFL supplemental draft before breaking down a few NFL trends that make them go “hmmm…”. The duo start with Brendan Sorsby planning to enter the supplemental draft, diving into Sorsby’s potential value, how he stacks up as a quarterback prospect, potential landing spots and more.
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.
Defensive end Cameron Jordan, a New Orleans Saints icon, announced Tuesday that he's returning to the franchise for "one final season" in a video he put on social media.
Defensive end Cameron Jordan, a New Orleans Saints icon, is finalizing a one-year, incentive-filled contract with the franchise during his visit with the team on Tuesday, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Penix is still not 100 percent healthy after last year's ACL tear, while Pearce will be limited at minicamp after not attending OTAs.
Texas Tech went all in on Sorsby after being shut out in the Playoff, only for a gambling scandal to prompt his departure to the NFL.
“What’s important to me is winning," Pickens said Tuesday after the Cowboys' first minicamp practice.
Since 1977, the NFL has had the ability to run two different drafts every single year. There's the NFL Draft, the one everyone knows — the one that saw the Las Vegas Raiders select quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the top overall pick.
Since 1977, the NFL has had the ability to run two different drafts every single year. There's the NFL Draft, the one everyone knows — the one that saw the Las Vegas Raiders select quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the top overall pick.
The former All-Pro died Saturday at 36. The cause of death is still undetermined.
Shifting from air to sea freight, investment in sustainable aviation fuel and revisions to the schedule are some of the measures helping F1 to become net zero by 2030.
Pierre Gasly regained P3 in the Monaco Grand Prix following a successful Right of Review by Alpine.
Lewis Hamilton claimed his first victory for Ferrari on Sunday in Barcelona. Now second in the standings, could he mount a serious championship charge in 2026?.
Racing Bulls on paper had a great weekend in Barcelona-Catalunya, with both drivers scoring points as they continue their pursuit of Alpine in the Constructors’ Championship.
Lewis Hamilton has outlined how he turned his performance at Ferrari around to secure a maiden win with the team in Barcelona.
McLaren lodge an appeal against the decision to overturn Alpine driver Pierre Gasly's pit-lane speeding penalty at the Monaco Grand Prix.
Major updates to Ferrari's 2026 challenger at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix helped Lewis Hamilton storm to his first victory with the team.
Find out who topped the Power Rankings table after the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix weekend.
McLaren reserve driver and reigning Formula 2 champion Leonardo Fornaroli will test for the Haas Formula 1 team this week.
Williams had a weekend to forget in Barcelona-Catalunya, with neither car able to score on Sunday.
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.
Anne Hatchard opens up on her long-running battle with rheumatoid arthritis that at times left her unable to walk, move her fingers or catch a ball.
A pair of potential top picks hit the scoreboard and a SA midfielder starred in the Marsh AFL National Under-18 Girls Championships.
Check out your club's list changes as injury replacement players are added ahead of the 2026 NAB AFLW season.
How do AFLW venues impact game style? Gemma Bastiani takes a look at how the dimensions of a ground can dictate how a game looks.
St Kilda has opted for a young leadership group in 2026, led by 24-year-old Serene Watson.
Colin O'Riordan tells Gemma Bastiani about his love for coaching, Irish roots and dealing with imposter syndrome.
Tilly Lucas-Rodd says they didn't feel like they'd be valued at the Hawks going forward, prompting a switch to the Giants last off season.
Zarlie Goldsworthy says coach Cam Bernasconi has the trust and belief of the players during the club's development phase.
Thomas Tuchel's side opened their World Cup with a 4-2 victory over Croatia on Wednesday.
Mauricio Pochettino could turn to a number of different options if his leading attacker is missing on Friday in Seattle.
Cameron Lancaster met Kane at Tottenham aged 11 and played for the first team before England's record goalscorer. His success is no fluke.
The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is almost here. This page — one of dozens comprising The Athletic’s World Cup Tracker project — is your destination for current group standings and the live table of third-place teams.
The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup is almost here. This page — one of dozens comprising The Athletic’s World Cup Tracker project — is your destination for current group standings and the live table of third-place teams.
Live estimates of where qualifying teams will end up in the World Cup Round of 32 bracket.
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.
The men’s Australian Open will be played at Peninsula-Kingswood Country Golf Club in the outskirts of Melbourne in 2027 with the city’s famous Sandbelt courses to also stage the 2029 and 2030 editions.
Phil Mickelson has reportedly been barred from a golf club near his San Diego home after he was accused of having an inappropriate interaction earlier this year with one of the establishment’s female employees.
There are growing fears for the immediate future of LIV golf after chief executive Scott O’Neil failed to guarantee the final four tournaments of the season would go ahead as planned.
Golf Australia have announced a historic move with the men’s Australian Open to partner with the PGA Tour for the first time.
Nelly Korda won the US Women’s Open on Sunday, rolling in a clutch birdie putt at the 17th hole to break free of a crowded leaderboard and triumph by one stroke at Riviera Country Club.
JT Poston defeated fellow American Ryan Gerard in a playoff with a par on the second extra hole to capture the Memorial tournament on Sunday for his fourth career PGA Tour title.
The Australian pipeline within the NBA has grown steadily in recent times, with 25 players selected in the draft since 1969, ten of those coming in the first round.
Before winning four NBA titles and being named the League’s MVP, superstar Shaquille O’Neal hit the hardwood with an NBL team. In 1997, while on an Australian tour, the Naismith Hall of Famer trained with the South East Melbourne Magic, who were the NBL’s reigning champions at that point.
Ever since he set foot in Australia, Bryce Cotton has taken the NBL by storm. Across his 10 seasons with Perth and Adelaide, the guard has won six MVP awards and three championships.
Basketball Australia, alongside Commonwealth Games Australia, on Thursday announced its Gangurrus teams that will compete at the Glasgow 2026 Games from July 24–29. The men’s side, coached by Cairns’ Adam Forde, features Perth skipper Jesse Wagstaff, Brisbane wing Sam McDaniel, former Illawarra Hawk Jonah Antonio and NBL24 champion Jarred Bairstow.
As a way to support Men’s Mental Health Week, the NBL, in partnership with Australia's leading preventive mental health charity for boys and young men, The Man Cave, hosted an activation at Port Melbourne’s Courtside.
The Adelaide 36ers are reportedly close to finalising their roster for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season. According to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc, John Jenkins III is finalising a one-year deal to return to the Adelaide 36ers.
A 14-year NBA veteran might be the next big name to join the NBL, according to a news report released this week. CODE Sports has linked 35-year-old Jae Crowder to Adelaide, as coach, Trevor Gleeson, and head of basketball operations, Matt Weston, finalise the team’s final import spot and roster.
The Tasmania JackJumpers appear set to bounce back in a way during the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season, after revamping their roster.
Momentum continues to build for the Gold Coast to secure the 11th licence for the Hungry Jack’s NBL, but one key element looms crucial in their potential bid.
With just one week until the 2026 NBA Draft, many experts continue to project NBL Next Star Karim Lopez to be selected inside the lottery.
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.
The Diamonds include five players set to make their Commonwealth Games debut as they look to win their fifth gold medal in Glasgow. .
Despite men's 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.
A country Victorian football team that was beaten by a collective 1,101 points in four matches forfeits the remainder of the senior season. .
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.
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.
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.
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.