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Playoff guide: Tips, tricks, lineup strategy to win your league

Prepare for the fantasy hockey playoffs with the top tips, picks and lineup strategies to win your league.

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ESPN

Miami (OH) stunned by UMass, suffers 1st loss

No. 20 Miami (Ohio) suffered its first defeat with a shocking 87-83 loss to UMass in its first game of the Mid-American Conference tournament Thursday.

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ESPN

NCAA: Suspicious wagers on college hoops down

Suspicious betting activity that has plagued college basketball over the previous two seasons has decreased this season, the NCAA and betting integrity sources told ESPN ahead of next week's tournaments.

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ESPN

UEFA charges Chelsea's Neto for shoving ball boy

Chelsea winger Pedro Neto was charged by UEFA on Thursday for pushing a ball boy during the Champions League loss at Paris Saint-Germain.

ESPN • Football → 7 minutes ago

ESPN

U.S.'s Adams ready for WC after 'seamless' rehab

Bournemouth and United States international midfielder Tyler Adams has credited a "seamless" rehabilitation from a knee injury for his ability to get back in the Cherries' lineup and help prepare for the upcoming international window later this month.

ESPN • Football → 7 minutes ago

The Guardian

Celtic set sights on Robbie Keane to succeed Martin O’Neill as manager

Robbie Keane is the frontrunner to become the next Celtic manager, with the club making background plans to heavily restructure football operations at the end of this season.

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BBC

Why England will keep kicking regardless of what fans think

England's kicking has become a bugbear of supporters, but it is actually one of the few areas of their game that is functioning well in the Six Nations.

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BBC

Why London Spirit spent £390,000 on all-rounder Coles

BBC Sport looks at why Sussex all-rounder James Coles has signed for Hundred outfit London Spirit in an auction-high fee of £390,000.

BBC • Cricket → 2 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Jaire Alexander reportedly paid back Eagles $889K after never playing for a Philly team that traded for him

It turns out that the Philadelphia Eagles got something out of last year’s midseason trade for cornerback Jaire Alexander, after all.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 2 hours ago

RealGM

Brooklyn Nets Vs. Atlanta Hawks: How to Watch, Live Stream & Game Preview

The energy at State Farm Arena is electric tonight as the surging Atlanta Hawks look to extend their seven-game winning streak against a Brooklyn Nets squad that is navigating a heavily depleted rotation in the heart of Georgia.

RealGM • Basketball → 2 hours ago

Baseball

ESPN

Judge card sets modern mark with $5.2M sale

A 2013 Aaron Judge one-of-one signed card sold for $5.2 million, eclipsed the previous record of $3.936 million for a 2009 Mike Trout card.

ESPN • MLB → 2 hours ago

ESPN

Projecting all 30 MLB teams based on how busy -- or passive -- they were this winter

Fans want a big offseason splash. But does staying the course actually lead to better results?.

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The Athletic

Italy advances in World Baseball Classic, bringing USA with it. Plus: Canada moves on for first time ever

Welcome to The Windup, The Athletic's MLB newsletter.

The Athletic • MLB → 4 hours ago

ESPN

Olney: Inside Caminero's dominant WBC debut -- and what it means for his Rays future

The young star is thriving on the international stage, earning the admiration of his Dominican Republic teammates and setting himself up for a strong 2026 campaign.

ESPN • MLB → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

Aaron Judge card sells for $5.2 million, a new record for a modern baseball card

Judge tops Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani for the highest known modern baseball card sale.

The Athletic • MLB → 5 hours ago

ESPN

Kings of Command: Nine breakout pitchers to draft late

Which overlooked pitchers have the skills to come up with a big season?.

ESPN • MLB → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

WBC standout Jarren Duran is the X-factor for the Red Sox offense

Duran's 2025 campaign was a disappointment compared to his breakout 2024 season, but he's honed in on ways to get back to MVP-level play.

The Athletic • MLB → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

Yadier Molina is on a Hall of Fame mosaic in Puerto Rico. Peers don't think it's a jinx

“They inspired all of us, in every (career) field pretty much, to aspire to something gigantic like them,” artist Roberto Biaggi said.

The Athletic • MLB → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

This Week in Sports Trivia: March 12, 2026

NFL free agency is always a whirlwind, and this year’s feeding frenzy has been as busy as ever. The legal tampering period — we have a great explainer on that here — ended Wednesday, with a host of deals finally becoming official.

The Athletic • NBA → 8 hours ago

The Athletic

How an old WBC brawl started Team Canada’s journey to first quarterfinals appearance

Team Canada's evolution has resulted in 15 rostered players who were in the major leagues in 2025. Another five have big-league experience.

The Athletic • MLB → 8 hours ago

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The Athletic

My Olympic-inspired (and Skubal-approved) plan to make the WBC the greatest show on earth

Let's create the greatest week on the baseball calendar — by moving the WBC’s Elite Eight, Final Four and Finals to July. Skubal's on board.

The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

What we’ve learned (so far) from watching the World Baseball Classic

Here are some of our reporters' observations over the last week from Houston, Miami, San Juan and Tokyo. .

The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

2026 MLB Franchise Rankings: Dodgers overtake Yankees as No. 1 team of past 25 years

In the four previous editions of our completely objective, never-been-questioned franchise rankings, the Yankees were the the team to beat.

The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

The A's used to let their star players walk. A move to Vegas is changing things

The Athletics have long been a franchise that let its young stars get away. That is changing now with a new city and stadium on the horizon.

The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

In Japan, concerns arise that Netflix exclusivity dampening World Baseball Classic appeal

In Japan, where Netflix has exclusive rights to the WBC, residents are not used to paying subscription services to watch sporting events.

The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

World Baseball Classic: Dominican Republic emerges victorious vs. Venezuela in Pool D finale that was a Latin American baseball celebration more than anything else

MIAMI — Before the revelry, before the madness, before the three-hour, ear-splitting baseball rager that was the Dominican Republic vs. Venezuela, Ronald Acuña Jr. and Juan Soto met up in the outfield to say hi.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

With the World Baseball Classic bracket set, we rank the quarterfinal matchups

True fans will watch all the WBC quarterfinal games, but if you're pressed for time or want to watch only the best, we've ranked each one.

The Athletic • MLB → 15 hours ago

ESPN

U.S. averts WBC disaster, advances with Italy win

Team USA advanced out of pool play in the World Baseball Classic and will face Canada in the quarterfinals, averting a disastrous flameout thanks to Italy's 9-1 victory against Mexico.

ESPN • MLB → 15 hours ago

The Athletic

Mark DeRosa and Team USA get their WBC reprieve. Now they need to take advantage

Team USA advances to the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals thanks to Italy's convincing win over Mexico.

The Athletic • MLB → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Team USA advances, avoids disaster in World Baseball Classic after Italy routs Mexico

Thanks to Italy’s 9-1 win over Mexico in Pool B, Team USA avoided a tiebreaker that could have eliminated the Americans.

The Athletic • MLB → 16 hours ago

Football

ESPN

Premier League, LaLiga ... and Scotland? Most exciting races in Europe, 2025-26

Don't look now, but Scotland's top league might be won by a club that hasn't done it since 1960! Bill Connelly breaks down the most exciting races at the top and bottom of Europe's many, many leagues.

ESPN • Football → 2 hours ago

ESPN

Trump: Iran should skip WC 'for their safety'

U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that the Iran national team is "welcome" to compete at the FIFA World Cup in the United States, but advised it not to participate for "their own life and safety.".

ESPN • Football → 2 hours ago

BBC

Parker says Burnley's season 'could be seen as a failure'

Burnley manager Scott Parker says this season "might be seen as a failure" with relegation looking likely, but has said he wants to focus on the "bigger picture".

BBC • Premier League → 2 hours ago

The Athletic

Trump says Iran would risk 'life and safety' by participating in World Cup

In a statement on Thursday morning, Trump appeared to U-turn on what he told FIFA president Gianni Infantino less than 48 hours ago.

The Athletic • Football → 2 hours ago

The Guardian

Football Daily

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Because nobody ever mentions them when the subject of Bodø/Glimt comes up, Football Daily knows neither the imaginary line of latitude they are located within nor the population of the small Norwegian town they call home.

The Guardian • Football → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Gabriel's Arsenal blocks: Face, torso, toe - watching back all the ways he puts his body on the line

We look at the Brazilian's technique and speak to former Arsenal defender Matt Upson about why it is so effective at blocking shots.

The Athletic • Football → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Analysing Wrexham’s run-in: An all-Wales affair, a trip to Birmingham, and the top two

With 10 games to go, Wrexham sit in the final Championship play-off spot. The challenge now is to secure that top-six finish.

The Athletic • Football → 3 hours ago

BBC

Uefa opens Neto disciplinary case after push on PSG ball boy

Uefa open disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea winger Pedro Neto for pushing over a ball boy during their Champions League tie against Paris St‑Germain.

BBC • Football → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

The failure of Premier League clubs in Europe owes more to wasted money than fatigue

Tired or not, Premier League clubs have wasted their advantage in Europe with bad recruitment.

The Athletic • Football → 3 hours ago

BBC

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Get the latest news, punditry, analysis, fan views, stats and gossip.

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Rugby Union

ESPN

6N: Lawes takes aim at England's 'sheltered' stars

Former captain Courtney Lawes has called for England's young players to step up against France on Saturday, warning them it's figuratively "kill or be killed.".

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BBC

Ryan ruled out as Ireland make four changes

Ireland lock James Ryan is ruled out as head coach Andy Farrell makes four changes for Saturday's Six Nations Triple Crown decider against Scotland in Dublin.

BBC • Rugby Union → 4 hours ago

BBC

Cunningham appointed Bath head of recruitment

Bath appoint former Ulster general manager Bryn Cunningham as their new head of recruitment.

BBC • Rugby Union → 4 hours ago

BBC

Three Scotland changes for key visit to Ireland

Max Williamson and Grant Gilchrist form a new-look second row and Zander Fagerson is back in the starting XV as Scotland chase victory away to Ireland that could lead to a first Six Nations title.

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BBC

Uncapped France flanker Matiu starts v England

Flanker Temo Matiu will make his debut in France's final Six Nations game against England in Paris on Saturday.

BBC • Rugby Union → 7 hours ago

BBC

Wales name unchanged starting side for Italy test

Wales head coach Steve Tandy names an unchanged starting side for the Six Nations finale against Italy at the Principality Stadium on Saturday.

BBC • Rugby Union → 10 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Can Zac Lomax actually play rugby? A teammate and a coach give their verdicts

Lomax’s background in union has been questioned after the ex-NRL star signed with the Force and RA this week. A Super Rugby player and a former coach share their memories of his teenage rugby talent.

Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 10 hours ago

The Guardian

Borthwick should trust Marcus Smith to unshackle England’s faltering attack

The Harlequins fly-half will win his 50th cap against France but it still appears the head coach lacks faith in him.

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 11 hours ago

BBC

'He can pull a rabbit out of a hat' - Conan on Russell

Ireland back-row Jack Conan is wary of the threat of Scotland fly-half Finn Russell, describing him as a player who can "pull a rabbit out of a hat".

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Sydney Morning Herald

Bulked-up Beale ready to lead the way for Force

Beale has been a jack-of-all trades during his glittering career, switching between flyhalf, fullback and the centres.

Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 17 hours ago

NHLIce Hockey

ESPN

NHL: Senators will not forfeit '26 1st-round pick

The NHL will not make the Ottawa Senators forfeit their 2026 first-round draft pick for their role in a canceled 2022 trade between Vegas and Anaheim involving winger Evgenii Dadonov.

ESPN • NHL → 2 hours ago

The Athletic

NHL modifies punishment to Ottawa Senators, restores 2026 first-round draft pick

The Senators now will have the No. 32 pick of this year's draft. Ottawa also will pay a $1 million fine.

The Athletic • NHL → 3 hours ago

ESPN

PWHL Detroit game set for national TV audience

The Professional Women's Hockey League is coming to a TV set near you in the United States.

ESPN • NHL → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

New York, Montreal to play in first-ever nationally televised PWHL game in U.S.

The PWHL's March 28 “Takeover Tour” game between the Sirens and the Victoire at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit will air on ION.

The Athletic • NHL → 6 hours ago

ESPN

NHL playoff watch: Is Stars-Oilers a conference finals preview?

Here are updated Stanley Cup playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more.

ESPN • NHL → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Why 4 NHL players still don't wear visors, and who will be the last standing?

When the league introduced a visor mandate in 2013, it grandfathered in anyone with at least 25 games played. Only four holdouts remain.

The Athletic • NHL → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

NHL goalie tandem power rankings 2.0: Evaluating all 32 teams in net

As the average save percentage in the NHL continues to drop, which goalie tandems have been lifting their teams?.

The Athletic • NHL → 9 hours ago

ESPN

PWHL eyeing Senators team-up to stay in Ottawa

With the Charge's current home about to be downsized in a renovation, the PWHL team is looking to team up with the NHL's Senators to stay in Ottawa.

ESPN • NHL → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Mammoth re-sign Schmaltz to 8-year, $64M deal

Forward Nick Schmaltz re-signed with the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday, agreeing to an eight-year contract extension worth $64 million rather than going to free agency this summer.

ESPN • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Team USA's Caroline Harvey, Abbey Murphy, Tessa Janecke named Patty Kazmaier Award finalists

The 2026 Patty Kazmaier Award winner will be announced on March 21, during the NCAA Frozen Four weekend hosted at Penn State.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

Ice Hockey

The Athletic

Utah Mammoth sign Nick Schmaltz to 8-year, $64 million contract extension

Schmaltz already has set a career high with 24 goals this season.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Every first-round pick from the 2026 NHL draft that's changed hands, ranked by regret

A dozen teams are no longer in possession of their 2026 first-round pick. Some are happier about it than others.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

ESPN

NHL playoff watch: Projecting the Eastern wild-card teams

Montreal, Ottawa, Washington and Philly are in action Wednesday. Here are full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more.

ESPN • NHL → 1 day ago

ESPN

Avalanche now unbeatable? East contenders whiffed big-time? Judging NHL trade deadline overreactions

The final week resulted in a last flurry of trades -- and many hot takes. We identify which takeaways are legit and which are way off base.

ESPN • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

For new fans of women's hockey, PWHL offers drama, storylines to follow post-Olympics

The PWHL is back after its Olympic break with more eyes on the sport than ever before. Here's everything you need to know about the league.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

NHL Calder Trophy race: Ranking top rookies at 2025-26 season's three-quarter mark

One player is the clear front-runner for rookie of the year. The more interesting debate might be over who should come second.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Why do Cup contenders keep going after one of NHL's slowest, oldest players? 'Instant culture'

The NHL's second-oldest player, Corey Perry, is in demand every year — and usually ends up in the Stanley Cup Final. "He transcends time.".

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

It's time for the Maple Leafs to finally make a coaching change

With 17 games left in a dismal season, the Leafs need to put an end to what's become a clear mismatch behind the bench.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Sabres thoughts: Jack Quinn hat trick, Logan Stanley fight help Buffalo stay hot

Plus, Rasmus Dahlin has more assists, Tanner Pearson and Luke Schenn get their visas, and Tyson Kozak is at morning skate.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings

Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

Premier LeagueFootball

The Athletic

What is the best Champions League hat-trick of all time?

From Kylian Mbappe to Lionel Messi via Gareth Bale at San Siro, our writers nominate their greatest-ever Champions League trebles.

The Athletic • Football → 5 hours ago

BBC

How the Premier League run-in is shaping up

Who has the easier title run-in? Which teams will clinch the Champions League places? Who is getting relegated?.

BBC • Football → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

Real Madrid's Valverde takes golden touch to sink Man City. Plus: Iran threaten to boycott World Cup

Today in TAFC: Valverde's hat-trick and the single touch that started Man City's downfall. Plus: Will Iran boycott World Cup?.

The Athletic • Football → 7 hours ago

BBC

Will Everton's formidable away form throw open title race?

BBC Sport examines whether Everton can win for a fifth time in six away games at Premier League leaders Arsenal.

BBC • Football → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

Tottenham are lacking leadership and now their squad is split

Tottenham are drifting and need to find leaders somewhere or their season will end in the ignominy of a first relegation in 49 years.

The Athletic • Premier League → 11 hours ago

BBC

Tudor's tactics: Pinpointing how his choices have made things worse

After Tottenham's Champions League collapse on Tuesday, the appointment of Igor Tudor and the tactics employed increasingly seems to have made their situation worse.

BBC • Football → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Premier League teams are exhausted – no wonder they cannot dominate in Europe

For all its riches and talent, a draining schedule means English clubs often fall short at the business end in Europe.

The Athletic • Premier League → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Pep Guardiola tore up his own playbook against Real Madrid – it could be his biggest mistake

Keeping things tight away from home is a fundamental part of Guardiola's Champions League philosophy - that went out the window in Madrid.

The Athletic • Premier League → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

Antonin Kinsky is not alone: Six times a shocking performance changed a sporting career

After Tottenham goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky's disastrous Champions League outing, The Athletic looks at other career-damaging performances.

The Athletic • Premier League → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

Arne Slot's record after 100 Liverpool games is second to none. Why doesn't it feel that way?

Examining the wider trends around Liverpool's form - plus our writers choose their favourite moments from the Slot era.

The Athletic • Premier League → 13 hours ago

ATPTennis

ATP

Stella Artois ATP Perfect Serve: Vote now for February's winner

Sebastian Korda, Flavio Cobolli and Ben Shelton’s serving performances in February helped them win titles in Delray Beach, Acapulco and Dallas, respectively.

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ATP

Inside Draper’s push to avoid rankings slide in Indian Wells

Jack Draper’s title defence at the 2026 BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells could become one of the most pivotal moments in his season.

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ATP

2026 Miami tennis prize money

The ATP Tour's top stars are set to compete at the Miami Open presented by Itau, in Miami, Florida. The ATP Masters 1000 event has announced a prize money total of US $9,415,725 for the 2026 edition.

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ATP

Miami Open presented by Itau 2026: Draws, dates, history & all you need to know

The world's best players will compete at the 41st edition of the Miami Open presented by Itau. Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev will headline action at the season’s second ATP Masters 1000 event.

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ATP

Fonseca turns defence into attack to win February’s Hot Shot of the Month

Joao Fonseca has already made a habit of electrifying his home crowd, and with one fearless display of defence, he has earned February’s Hot Shot of the Month presented by Yokohama award.

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ATP

Who could join Alcaraz & Sinner in tennis’ next ‘Big 3’? ATP stars take their pick…

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have surged to the top of the ATP Tour in recent seasons, but who could be the third to join them at the summit? As the top two players in the PIF ATP Rankings continue to set the pace, fellow players were asked who might complete a potential new “Big 3”. The question comes after Alcaraz and Sinner have combined to win the past nine Grand Slam titles and establish themselves as the standout forces of the current era.

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ATP

Inside Hurkacz's tireless comeback after he 'couldn't move'

The quiet, repetitive grind that happens far from the spotlight is the part of a comeback from injury that many people never see.

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ATP

BNP Paribas Open 2026 Indian Wells Quarter-Finals: Schedule, Matchups, Head-to-Head Records & How to Watch

The BNP Paribas Open quarter-finals take place on Thursday, with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner leading the action at the ATP Masters 1000 event.

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ATP

Djokovic following Draper defeat: 'I have a bitter feeling'

Novak Djokovic and Jack Draper produced one of the matches of the season on Wednesday night at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, where the defending champion Draper earned a 4-6, 6-4, 7-6(5) victory. Afterward, Djokovic gave an honest assessment of the brutal two-hour, 37-minute clash.

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ATP

Draper downs Djokovic in gruelling Indian Wells thriller

Jack Draper earned one of the best wins of his career Wednesday at the BNP Paribas Open in dramatic fashion. The Briton overcame five-time champion Novak Djokovic 4-6, 6-4, 7-6(5) to continue his title defence at the ATP Masters 1000 event, where Draper is into the quarter-finals.

ATP → 15 hours ago

Tennis

WTA

Past champions Alexandrova, Ostapenko, Pliskova lead Linz field; Eala to make debut

Ekaterina Alexandrova, Jelena Ostapenko and Karolina Pliskova are among three former champions in the field at the 2026 Upper Australia Ladies Linz Open. Emma Navarro and Alexandra Eala will also make their debut at the event in April.

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WTA

Swiatek is great at many things -- baking isn't one of them

Iga Swiatek is a master of many things, but baking is not one of them. The six-time Grand Slam champion explained her failed baking attempt after her 6-2, 6-0 win over Karolina Muchova in Indian Wells.

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ESPN

Draper ousts Djokovic in 3 sets at Indian Wells

Defending champion Jack Draper rallied from a set down and beat five-time champ Novak Djokovic 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (5) Wednesday night in the fourth round of the BNP Paribas Open.

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ATP

Alcaraz: 'We're going to see more Fonseca in the future'

The tennis world had its eyes on Jannik Sinner’s clash with Joao Fonseca on Tuesday at the BNP Paribas Open, seemingly the opening chapter of a budding rivalry. Even Carlos Alcaraz, the World No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings, was following the intriguing showdown, which Sinner won 7-6(6), 7-6(4).

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ATP

Cina grew up passing champions in the hallway, now he's forging his own path

While many young tennis players dream of getting an up-close look at the stars they watch on television, Federico Cina grew up living that reality.

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ATP

Alcaraz dazzles in Ruud win, continues to rewrite Indian Wells record books

Carlos Alcaraz continues to send powerful signals across the ATP Tour in 2026, and his fourth-round win over Casper Ruud on Wednesday at the BNP Paribas Open provided further evidence. The No.

ATP → 19 hours ago

WTA

Rybakina, Svitolina into Indian Wells quarterfinals after Kartal, Siniakova retire

Elena Rybakina and Elina Svitolina each advanced to their third Indian Wells quarterfinals Wednesday after their respective opponents -- Sonay Kartal and Katerina Siniakova -- retired due to injury.

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WTA

Pegula scores first win over Bencic, returns to Indian Wells quarterfinals

World No. 5 Jessica Pegula notched her first career win over Belinda Bencic in a 6-3, 7-6 (5) victory that sends the American to her second Indian Wells quarterfinals. Pegula has reached at least the final eight in all four of her tournaments this season.

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WTA

'So smooth': Muchova is Swiatek's favorite WTA player to watch

Iga Swiatek can't stop gushing about Karolina Muchova. After calling her the Roger Federer of the women's game, Swiatek said the Czech is her favorite WTA player to watch. Swiatek defeated Muchova 6-2, 6-0 at Indian Wells on Wednesday.

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WTA

Behind clinical return game, Swiatek beats Muchova to reach Indian Wells quarterfinals

Iga Swiatek surrendered only two games and broke Karolina Muchova four times to secure a clinical 6-2, 6-0 victory and advance to the Indian Wells quarterfinals.

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Formula 1

McLaren need to 'step it up as much as possible' – Norris

Reigning Formula 1 World Champion Lando Norris admits that McLaren need to "step it up as much as possible" ahead of this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

Russell taking 'nothing for granted' ahead of Chinese GP

George Russell expects Ferrari to be Mercedes' closest competitor this weekend in the Chinese Grand Prix, and admits he is taking "nothing for granted" despite a strong start to the 2026 campaign.

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Formula 1

Why Ferrari's drivers remain optimistic about their chances

Having finished third and fourth in the Australian season opener, as well as challenged race winner George Russell, Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc have reason to be optimistic this weekend in China.

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BBC

Russell accuses Ferrari of selfishness over rules

Mercedes driver George Russell accuses Ferrari of being "selfish" for blocking a change to the rules to improve safety at race starts.

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ESPN

How do F1 sprint races work? Format, qualifying and more

F1 sprints are in-season events that can earn extra points in the standings. Check out more information on how they work now.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 3 hours ago

The Guardian

‘I wish I had more fun’: Max Verstappen reiterates unhappiness at new F1 rules

Max Verstappen has once more expressed his discontent with the new Formula One regulations. Amid a clamour of unhappiness from many drivers, the four-time champion also reiterated his warning that he would leave the sport if he ceased to enjoy it, which is clearly the case at the moment.

The Guardian • Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

Formula 1

Watch Weekend Warm-Up ahead of the Chinese GP

After an eventful first round, there are plenty of talking points ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix, and the F1 TV crew are here to run through them all.

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Formula 1

Piastri outlines how he bounced back from home race crash

Oscar Piastri was ruled out of his home event in Melbourne as he crashed into the wall on his way to the grid.

Formula 1 → 5 hours ago

Formula 1

Chinese Grand Prix H2H match bet predictions

As the 2026 season continues in Shanghai this weekend, we look at the best head-to-head battles to watch out for.

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ESPN

Hamilton to miss Oscars despite 'F1' nominations

Lewis Hamilton has explored "every way" to attend Sunday's Oscars ceremony following the Chinese Grand Prix, but ultimately decided it was impossible to arrive on time.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 6 hours ago

Motorsport

ESPN

Empathy is complicated in a selfish, results-based business like NASCAR

As soon as the green flag waves, drivers are all out for themselves, but are there instances when the stars of NASCAR feel empathy for their rivals?.

ESPN • Motorsport → 3 hours ago

ESPN

F1 drivers call for change amid 'dangerous' starts

Formula 1 drivers are growing increasingly worried a big crash at the start of a race is a matter of when, not if, unless the governing FIA makes rule changes.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 7 hours ago

Formula 1

Ferrari to run innovative ‘flip-flop’ wing in China

Ferrari will debut their radical rotating wing in FP1 at the Chinese Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

Facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2026 Chinese GP

As F1 moves on to the Shanghai International Circuit for the Chinese Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

Formula 1

Ferrari hope to put Mercedes ‘under more pressure’ in China

Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have both expressed optimism over Ferrari’s chances of taking the fight to Mercedes as the 2026 season develops, even if their rivals started with a “huge” advantage in Australia.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

Formula 1

All you need to know about the Shanghai International Circuit

Get up to speed with all the key Shanghai International Circuit statistics, driving pointers, facts and more.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

Formula 1

Lindblad admits F1 debut hasn’t ‘fully sunk in yet’

Arvid Lindblad impressed in his first weekend as an F1 driver, making it through to Q3 and scoring points for Racing Bulls in Australia.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

Formula 1

Albon insists Williams have 'clear strategy' to improve

Williams' 2026 season got off to a poor start as Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz both missed out on the points in Melbourne.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

ESPN

Merc vs Ferrari in F1 2026? Russell: It's close

F1's new championship leader George Russell thinks Ferrari are right in the fight with Mercedes and might have won the Australian Grand Prix with a different strategy.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

ESPN

Norris: F1 drivers didn't dream of racing these cars

Lando Norris has said it will no longer be possible to judge who Formula 1's ballsiest racer is because the sport has created cars which need a style of racing "none of us grew up wanting to do.".

ESPN • Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

Miscellaneous

Front Office Sports

Bucs Previously Duped by Fake Emeka Egbuka Account

Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka has been ensnared in a bizarre social media snafu.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 2 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

SportsLogos.Net Podcast Episode 2 is Here!

Episode two of the all-new SportsLogos.Net podcast has just arrived! In this week’s episode, Chris and Paul are back to chat about the latest in the world of sports branding, including: Check it out right here, right now on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music and more.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

HFX Wanderers FC’s Trio of Hummel Kits For 2026 CanPL Season Includes a Sweet Treat

HFX Wanderers FC of the Canadian Premier League has finalized their wardrobe for the 2026 season, including a real sweet taste of the East Coast summer.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Front Office Sports

Ravens Pivot to Trey Hendrickson After Maxx Crosby Trade Collapses

Chaos and more big dollars have entered into NFL free agency, as an abandoned trade and a quick pivot have altered the player market considerably. The Ravens reached a tentative agreement with edge rusher Trey Hendrickson on a four-year, $112 million contract early Wednesday morning.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 1 day ago

Front Office Sports

Indian Wells Reserved-Seating Shift Draws Criticism

The BNP Paribas Open has hit attendance records this year. It’s also struggling to fill its second-biggest stadium. Stadium 2 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, which fits about 8,000 fans, has looked mostly empty for several major matches during this year’s tournament.

Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 1 day ago

Front Office Sports

Softball Legend Natasha Watley ‘Heartbroken’ 2028 Olympics Won’t Be in L.A.

You would think the return of softball to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles would be a moment of celebration for two-time Olympic medalist and L.A. native Natasha Watley, one of the most decorated players in U.S. softball history.   Instead, it turned to heartbreak.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

Taking A Look At The Tennessee Titans’ Logo, Uniform History

The original American Football League franchise played 37 seasons as the Houston Oilers before moving to Tennessee in 1997, then adopted a new nickname in 1999.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

Paris Saint-Germain Launches 5th 2025-26 Kit Celebrating Energy of City at Night

French Ligue 1 powerhouses Paris Saint-Germain aim to capture the energy of their home city at night through a new kit, the fifth they’ll wear during the 2025-26 season. PSG unveiled the kits — which feature the Jumpman logo of Nike’s Jordan Brand on the chest — on their website.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

WHL’s Prince George Cougars to Rock Retro Jerseys For Final Regular Season Weekend

The Prince George Cougars are getting ready to bid farewell to their 2025-26 regular season by turning back the clock. The Western Hockey League team is marking their last weekend home games of the season with throwback jerseys, which they’ll wear when they host the Wenatchee Wild at the CN.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Front Office Sports

Clippers Keep Winning While Aspiration Ruling Looms

The Clippers just keep winning, despite the looming and ongoing Aspiration investigation. On Monday, the Clippers beat the Knicks 126–118 to move to 32–32 on the season, which currently has them eighth in the Western Conference standings.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 2 days ago

Rugby League

BBC

Leeds emphasis unchanged in pursuit of cup success

Leeds Rhinos will not change their emphasis on the Challenge Cup as they look to progress to the quarter-final stage for the first time in six years.

BBC • Rugby League → 2 hours ago

BBC

Warrington full-back Taylor-Wray out for weeks

Warrington Wolves full-back Cai Taylor-Wray will miss the next four to six weeks having suffered a hamstring injury.

BBC • Rugby League → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Having a look’: Maguire puts Broncos players on notice as big question hangs over defending premiers

Michael Maguire has put Brisbane’s playing group on notice, telling reporters he will be “having a look at each player in the squad” after a shocking 40-32 loss to Parramatta on Thursday.

Fox Sports • NRL → 6 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Joey: 'Broncos saving themselves for attack'

Andrew Johns explains how Parramatta ambushed the Broncos.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 7 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Smith praises 'good buy' for Broncos

Cameron Smith explains what Brisbane's new signing Mitch Barnett will bring to the squad.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 7 hours ago

Fox Sports

Reynolds gives update as Broncos sweat on star half’s injury

The Brisbane Broncos will be sweating on the availability of skipper Adam Reynolds after he departed the field in the final minutes of the club’s clash against the Parramatta Eels.

Fox Sports • NRL → 7 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Smith's questions Reynolds 'risk' facing Broncos

Cameron Smith explains the big decision facing Michael Maguire after Adam Reynolds' injury.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 7 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

NRL Highlights: Broncos v Eels - Round 2

Brisbane Broncos host the Parramatta Eels in Round 2 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 7 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Pezet reveals coach's 'spray' helped inspire win

Jonah Pezet talks to Nine's panel after the Eels' win over the Broncos.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 7 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Carrigan laments 'shortcuts' from teammates

A frustration Pat Carrigan dissects his side's terrible defensive efforts against the Eels.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 7 hours ago

Basketball

ESPN

Ament (leg) rejoining Vols for SEC tournament

Tennessee star freshman Nate Ament, out the past two games with a leg injury, will play in the SEC quarterfinals against Auburn.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 hours ago

ESPN

Boeheim: Cuse's star players cost Autry his job

Jim Boeheim defended Adrian Autry as "a good coach," saying his dismissal at Syracuse was a result of poor performance by the Orange's best players and lack of NIL funding.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 hours ago

RealGM

Auburn vs. Tennessee: How To Watch, Live Stream & SEC Tournament Preview

The bright lights of Bridgestone Arena in Nashville beckon tonight as Keyshawn Hall and the #12 seed Auburn Tigers look to pull off a massive tournament upset against Ja'Kobi Gillespie and the #25 ranked, #5 seed Tennessee Volunteers in the SEC Tournament Second Round.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

RealGM

UCF vs. Arizona: How to Watch, Live Stream & Big 12 Tournament Preview

The pressure is rising at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City as the #8 seed UCF Knights look to pull off the ultimate tournament upset against Jaden Bradley and the #1 seed Arizona Wildcats in the Big 12 Quarterfinals.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Charlotte Hornets Vs. Brooklyn Nets: How to Watch, Live Stream & Game Preview

The lights of the Barclays Center will be at full strength tonight as LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets travel to Brooklyn to take on Michael Porter Jr. and the Nets in an Eastern Conference battle with high-stakes lottery and Play-In implications.

RealGM • Basketball → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

After Bam Adebayo's 83-point game, what's the over/under for his points vs. Bucks?

One bettor wagered $1,500 live Tuesday night at +175 odds that Bam Adebayo would score more than 76 points. They won more than $4,000.

The Athletic • NBA → 4 hours ago

RealGM

Washington Wizards Vs. Orlando Magic: How to Watch, Live Stream & Game Preview

The energy at the Kia Center is set to be electric tonight as the Orlando Magic host the Washington Wizards in a Southeast Division showdown. Orlando looks to continue its climb up the Eastern Conference standings, while a young Washington squad aims to play spoiler on the road.

RealGM • Basketball → 4 hours ago

ESPN

127 games of dominance: The 20 wildest facts of SGA breaking Chamberlain's record

With Gilgeous-Alexander one game away from holding the most consecutive 20-point games in history, ESPN analyst Zach Kram breaks down the 20 most impressive stats about the streak.

ESPN • NBA → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

The Bounce: We have a real MVP debate. Plus, reacting to Bam Adebayo overreactions

Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.

The Athletic • NBA → 5 hours ago

RealGM

Phoenix Suns Vs. Indiana Pacers: How To Watch, Live Stream & Game Preview

The action shifts to the Gainbridge Fieldhouse tonight as Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns roll into Indianapolis to face Pascal Siakam and the Pacers in a cross-conference clash with the Suns looking to ignite a deep postseason push.

RealGM • Basketball → 5 hours ago

College BasketballBasketball

ESPN

Idaho into NCAA tourney for 1st time since 1990

Seventh-seeded Idaho beat Montana to win the Big Sky tournament and clinch a berth in the NCAA tournament for the first time in nearly 40 years.

ESPN • College Basketball → 11 hours ago

ESPN

Lehigh tops BU for Patriot crown, tourney spot

Nasir Whitlock scored 18 points, and second-seeded Lehigh beat No. 4 seed Boston University 74-60 on Wednesday night to win the Patriot League tournament and clinch its first NCAA tournament berth since 2012.

ESPN • College Basketball → 14 hours ago

ESPN

Big Ten asks NCAA to pause tampering inquiries

The Big Ten sent a letter to the NCAA asking the organization to suspend investigations and enforcement related to tampering, and modernize its rules.

ESPN • College Football → 15 hours ago

ESPN

Hurley out after 11 seasons at Arizona State

Arizona State will not renew the contract of men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley, the school announced Wednesday, hours after it was eliminated from the Big 12 tournament in a blowout loss to Iowa State.

ESPN • College Basketball → 16 hours ago

ESPN

Garcia leads McNeese past SFA for Southland title

Javohn Garcia scored a career-high 31 points and made five 3-pointers, and No. 2 seed McNeese beat top-seeded Stephen F. Austin 76-59 on Wednesday to claim the Southland tournament championship and a bid to the NCAA tournament.

ESPN • College Basketball → 16 hours ago

ESPN

L'ville's Brown (back) hopes to return for NCAAs

Louisville freshman Mikel Brown Jr. is hoping he'll be ready to play in March Madness.

ESPN • College Basketball → 16 hours ago

ESPN

Sources: Cuse hiring Toledo's Blair as next AD

Syracuse and Toledo athletic director Bryan Blair have agreed to terms to make him the school's next athletic director, sources told ESPN.

ESPN • College Football → 20 hours ago

ESPN

ASU suffers historic blowout as Hurley awaits fate

Iowa State pounded Arizona State 91-42 on Wednesday in the largest win in Big 12 tournament history.

ESPN • College Basketball → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Sources: Oregon St. hires U-M's Joyner as coach

Oregon State is hiring Michigan assistant Justin Joyner as its next head coach, sources told ESPN.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

Syracuse fires Autry after 3 tourney-less years

Syracuse has fired men's basketball coach Adrian Autry after the Orange did not make the NCAA tournament in his three seasons at the helm.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

NFLAmerican Football

New York Times

Bob Harlan, Who Steered the Green Bay Packers to a Revival, Dies at 89

Under his watch as president, the team brought on key players like Brett Favre, modernized Lambeau Field and once again became a Super Bowl threat.

New York Times • NFL → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Bengals ink starting LT Brown to 2-year extension

Bengals left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. signed a two-year extension with the team Thursday.

ESPN • NFL → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Source: Browns cutting OT Conklin after 6 years

The Browns are releasing Jack Conklin, a starting offensive tackle whose six seasons in Cleveland were marred by injury, a source told ESPN.

ESPN • NFL → 5 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Tony Dungy out at NBC after 17 years on Sunday's NFL pregame show

NBC is making changes ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Former Indianapolis Colts head coach and Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Dungy announced Thursday that his time on the network’s “Football Night in America” has come to an end.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 5 hours ago

ESPN

'He is by far a Hall of Famer': A look at what Mike Evans' exit means for the Bucs

Evans exits Tampa Bay in free agency as the Bucs' all-time leader in most statistical categories.

ESPN • NFL → 5 hours ago

ESPN

How the Browns have succeeded in their first offseason priority

Cleveland has attacked its offensive line issues head-on during the early window of NFL free agency.

ESPN • NFL → 5 hours ago

ESPN

New and improved Baltimore Giants? How Isaiah Likely reshapes New York's offense

Signing four former-Ravens kick-starts the transformation of the Baltimore Giants, commanded by John Harbaugh.

ESPN • NFL → 5 hours ago

ESPN

Ranking the best remaining free agents: Who are the top unsigned players?

Where could Aaron Rodgers and Deebo Samuel land? Let's stack the top free agents who are still available.

ESPN • NFL → 6 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Maxx Crosby implies he's sticking with Raiders after failed trade to Ravens: 'I'm a Raider. I'm back'

The saga of Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby took yet another turn Wednesday night. Following a day of uncertainty after the Baltimore Ravens backed out of a trade for the star and then immediately signed Trey Hendrickson, Crosby appeared to re-commit to the Raiders.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Maxx Crosby’s toughness is his superpower, even if it comes at a cost

What makes Crosby special could also take a year or two off his career down the road. Is that what scared off the Ravens?.

The Athletic • NFL → 8 hours ago

American Football

ESPN

Why Miami is facing its 'most challenging' offseason yet of the Cristobal era

Can Miami reach college football's mountaintop again? Mario Cristobal has the Canes ready to climb again.

ESPN • College Football → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Cowboys free-agency reset: Adding Rashan Gary and trading for draft picks

Dallas got free agency started with a trade for Gary and added a third-round pick Wednesday when dealing Osa Odighizuwa to the 49ers.

The Athletic • NFL → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

The Maxx Crosby trade fiasco, the Ravens' motivations and how the NFL world reacted

Agents, executives and coaches have been buzzing about circumstances of and the fallout from a blockbuster trade that wasn't.

The Athletic • NFL → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Updated 2026 NFL mock draft: What does Maxx Crosby fallout mean for picks 14-32?

The Ravens are back on the board at No. 14 after backing out of the Crosby trade. What does that shift mean for Round 1?.

The Athletic • NFL → 10 hours ago

ESPN

Crosby commits after nixed trade: I'm a Raider

Maxx Crosby made his first public comments since the Ravens backed out of a trade that would have sent him to Baltimore, writing on X, "Im a Raider. I'm back.".

ESPN • NFL → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Maxx Crosby on Ravens backing out of trade: I'm 'a Raider. I'm back'

Crosby's post is the first public response from him or the Raiders outside of a statement confirming Baltimore's withdrawal from the deal.

The Athletic • NFL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

OT Yosh Nijman, a candidate to return to Panthers in a key role, retires

Nijman was a candidate to replace left tackle Ikem Ekwonu, who is expected to miss part of the season recovering from an injury.

The Athletic • NFL → 15 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

As shock of Raiders-Ravens botched Maxx Crosby trade wears off, is there a chance everyone ends up just fine?

On Tuesday night, the impact reverberated. Drama washed over the NFL as general managers, coaches, players and agents sought to understand how the Baltimore Ravens could cancel their trade for Maxx Crosby a full four days after the principle agreement was made.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 16 hours ago

ESPN

Carroll predicts QB Smith will rebound with Jets

Pete Carroll, in his first interview since being fired by the Raiders, took the blame for Geno Smith's struggles in Las Vegas.

ESPN • NFL → 17 hours ago

The Athletic

Osa Odighizuwa trade grades: 49ers capitalize on Cowboys' DT surplus

Odighizuwa will be the most disruptive interior pass rusher the 49ers have had in years.

The Athletic • NFL → 18 hours ago

NBABasketball

RealGM

Max Strus Closing In On Return For Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers have dealt with injuries all season long, but are close to getting the guy who has been out the longest back in the lineup. Max Strus has been practicing with the G League Cleveland Charge, as the veteran shooting guard closes in his season debut.

RealGM • Basketball → 6 hours ago

RealGM

Ivica Zubac Could Make Pacers Debut On Thursday

Ivica Zubac is closing in on his debut for the Indiana Pacers. Zubac was upgraded to questionable for the Pacers game on Thursday vs the Phoenix Suns. Indiana acquire Zubac, along with Kobe Brown, from the LA Clippers at the trade deadline.

RealGM • Basketball → 6 hours ago

ESPN

Can the Knicks get Towns, Brunson on track? Five issues they need to solve -- fast

The Knicks are 42-25 and third in the Eastern Conference, but they have a few problems to solve if they want to make a deep playoff run.

ESPN • NBA → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's chase for Wilt's record: How absurdity can become reality

Thursday night can be historic for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who can break a 63-year-old Wilt Chamberlain record.

The Athletic • NBA → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Bam Adebayo's 83-point game shows that Wilt's 100 may not be unreachable after all

Matching Chamberlain's 100 has been considered impossible. But the NBA's current pace of play and tanking make it seems less far-fetched.

The Athletic • NBA → 8 hours ago

The Athletic

We've got gripes today, plus an Italian save

The Pulse Newsletter ???? | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! If I can be earnest for a second: The Pulse hit 5 million subscribers this week.

The Athletic • NBA → 8 hours ago

The Athletic

Bam Adebayo is my teammate. Nobody deserves this 83-point game more than him

On Tuesday, Keshad Johnson played 19 minutes in the game when teammate Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second most in NBA history.

The Athletic • NBA → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Victor Wembanyama for MVP? It's not impossible: NBA Awards Watch

The cases between Wemby and reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander aren't as far apart as most would assume.

The Athletic • NBA → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Can't we just appreciate Bam Adebayo's accomplishment for a second before all the critiques?

The forensic analysis of how the thing happened and whether it should have happened begins before what happened can be processed, enjoyed.

The Athletic • NBA → 9 hours ago

RealGM

Syracuse General Manager Alex Kline Leaves Program

Syracuse general manager Alex Kline has left the program, reported Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports. Head coach Adrian Autry was fired on Wednesday, with Syracuse now having missed five consecutive NCAA tournaments. Kline previously worked with the Hornets and Knicks.

RealGM • Basketball → 13 hours ago

Cricket

Cricinfo

If England win T20 World Cup, women's Hundred will change hugely, says Malolan Rangarajan

"You will have a lot more girls and parents encouraging them, 'Come watch the game!'," says the London Spirit assistant coach.

Cricinfo → 3 hours ago

BBC

Players as price tags - behind the curtain at The Hundred auction

On 12th March, the first professional sporting auction in the UK was streamed all over the country, and 89 players were picked up in an emotionally draining Hundred Auction.

BBC • Cricket → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

Sunrisers Leeds sign Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed in Hundred auction

Abrar becomes first Pakistan player bought by an Indian-owned team; Sussex allrounder James Coles goes for £390,000.

Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

BBC

Abrar signing ends Hundred India-Pakistan concern

Abrar Ahmed is bought by Sunrisers Leeds in the men’s Hundred auction to allay concerns Pakistan players would be ignored by franchises affiliated to the IPL.

BBC • Cricket → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

Thomas O'Connor upstages dad Shayne with 13-wicket haul

Thomas rewrote family history and Otago records, bagging a match haul of 13 wickets in the Plunket Shield.

Cricinfo → 9 hours ago

Cricinfo

Pakistan look to raise their game as Bangladesh target quick series win

Bangladesh played a flawless game in the first ODI, and Pakistan, who fielded four debutant batters there, might want to bring Haris Rauf in to strengthen their bowling attack.

Cricinfo → 10 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

South Australia overcome undefeated NSW to stay in race

A team effort from the South Australian lineup took them over the line in a nervy finish at the Adelaide Oval.

Cricket.com.au → 11 hours ago

Cricinfo

Karnataka government-appointed experts to conduct final Chinnaswamy inspection on March 13

An approval, which the KSCA expects to come through, will mean an official seal on the Bengaluru stadium to host IPL 2026 and other matches.

Cricinfo → 11 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

Parsons spins Fire to cusp of WNCL final

Although they missed out on a bonus point, Queensland remain in the box seat for a WNCL final berth.

Cricket.com.au → 12 hours ago

Cricinfo

Handscomb finds a way in another season favouring bowlers

The Sheffield Shield has again been dominated by the bowlers, which continues a broader debate around the balance of the red-ball game in Australia.

Cricinfo → 12 hours ago

WTATennis

WTA

Sabalenka reveals who Ash is named for, and the story behind it

Aryna Sabalenka revealed that her dog, Ash, was named after trailblazer Arthur Ashe. She also explained the story behind it, and what the name was initially going to be before she changed course.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Indian Wells preview: Sabalenka vs. Mboko headlines Thursday’s quarterfinal day

Aryna Sabalenka faces Victoria Mboko in a rematch from Melbourne while qualifier Talia Gibson and Linda Noskova chase the biggest semifinal of their careers as the top half of the Indian Wells draw plays out.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Talia Gibson’s Indian Wells breakthrough is moving at full speed

A breakthrough run at Indian Wells has reshaped the outlook of Talia Gibson’s season, turning a qualifier ranked outside the Top 100 into one of the biggest stories of the BNP Paribas Open.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Noskova dominates Eala to book Indian Wells quarterfinal spot

Linda Noskova defeated Alex Eala in straight sets to reach her first quarterfinal at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. The Czech will next face Australian qualifier Talia Gibson for a place in the semifinals.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

By the numbers: Mboko dispatches Anisimova in Indian Wells, draws Sabalenka next

What started as a highly anticipated fourth-round meeting between Victoria Mboko and Amanda Anisimova quickly turned into a display of dominance by the Canadian, as she defeated Anisimova 6-4, 6-1 in 73 minutes to set up a meeting with Aryna Sabalenka in the quarterfinals.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

'Speechless': Gibson beats Paolini for first Top 10 win, into first WTA quarterfinal

Australian's Talia Gibson earned her first top 10 win and advanced to her first WTA quarterfinal, defeating Jasmine Paolini in three sets at the BNP Paribas Open. She becomes the first qualifier in 11 years to reach the quarterfinals at Indian Wells.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Stellar serving propels Sabalenka past Osaka, into Indian Wells quarters

In a match between four-time Grand Slam champions, Aryna Sabalenka rode a strong serve to a 6-2, 6-4 win over Naomi Osaka. Sabalenka is into the Indian Wells quarterfinals for the third time.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Indian Wells preview: Will Pegula finally solve Bencic?

Jessica Pegula takes on Belinda Bencic, Elena Rybakina plays Sonay Kartal and Katerina Siniakova looks to keep her run going against Elina Svitolina. Plus, Karolina Muchova will attempt to pull off the upset of Iga Swiatek in Round of 16 play at Indian Wells.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

The best of the best from the first week in Indian Wells

Aryna Sabalenka got engaged and returned to dominance, Talia Gibson broke through, Alexandra Eala paid tribute to women everywhere and more highlights from the first week in Indian Wells.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Austin, Martinez, other WTA legends celebrated at Indian Wells gala

The annual Annalee Thurston Award Reception, hosted by WTA legend Rosie Casals during the BNP Paribas Open, raised $100,000 for the Love & Love Tennis Foundation.

WTA → 2 days ago

MLSFootball

Yahoo Sports

Syracuse Men’s Soccer: How are former Syracuse players doing in the pros?

CARY, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 12: The Syracuse Orange celebrate after defeating the Indiana Hoosiers during the Division I Men’s Soccer Championship on December 12, 2022 in Cary, North Carolina.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 4 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

SSFC Spotlight: Duran Ferree opens the MLS season with three shutouts

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 01: Duran Ferree #18 of the San Diego FC warms-up before match against St. Louis CITY SC at Snapdragon Stadium on March 01, 2026 in San Diego, California.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Boston World Cup games to go ahead after Kraft Sports, Foxboro reach deal

A dispute over $7.8 million in funding had threatened the staging of games at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro.

The Athletic • Football → 18 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Champions League’s Cinderella club Bodø/Glimt leads 2-0 at halftime against Sporting Lisbon

BODO, Norway (AP) — The Champions League’s Cinderella club Bodø/Glimt is writing another chapter Wednesday in its fairytale run through the competition. The homely Norwegian club led 2-0 at halftime against Sporting Lisbon in the first leg of a round of 16 clash at its tiny Aspmyra Stadium.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 21 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Orlando City and coach Oscar Pareja are parting ways after 3 losses to open the season

Orlando City and head coach Oscar Pareja have agreed to part ways just three games into the Major League Soccer season. Orlando City is coming off a 5-0 loss to New York City FC on Saturday, the team's third straight defeat. Pareja became head coach of Orlando ahead of the 2020 season.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

Orlando City parts ways with manager Oscar Pareja amid club's Griezmann pursuit

Orlando City has no points and a league-worst goal differential through three games in MLS this season.

The Athletic • Football → 22 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

???? BREAKING: Orlando City part ways with head coach early in season

Orlando City SC have announced the departure of head coach Oscar Pareja.The surprise decision comes just three games into the new MLS season, which the Florida outfit have started with three straight defeats, conceding 11 goals in that span.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Atlanta, Tata Martino preach process over quick fix for winless, success-starved club

With no points in three games, the struggles continue for Atlanta United. So how long will it be before the club contends in MLS again?.

The Athletic • Football → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Orlando City target Antoine Griezmann confirms he will stay at Atletico Madrid until the summer

"We'll see but the idea is to stay until the end, and then others can speak.".

The Athletic • MLS → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Two men to stand trial over 'transnational criminal organisation' behind sports piracy site

Streameast sites provided free access to a wide range of sports fixtures including Premier League, Champions League, NFL, NBA and MLB.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

Golf

ESPN

Morikawa WDs from Players with back injury

Collin Morikawa withdrew from the Players Championship early Thursday morning with a back injury.

ESPN • Golf → 4 hours ago

ESPN

Fox out of Players Championship with illness

Ryan Fox of New Zealand withdrew from the Players Championship on Thursday because of an illness about five hours before he was to start.

ESPN • Golf → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

Inside new PGA Tour chief’s schedule overhaul... and the $450m question that lingers

Hopes of peace on the links in the near future and greater alignment between the world’s golf tours appear unlikely based on the focus of newly-installed PGA Tour chief executive Brian Rolapp.

Fox Sports • Golf → 14 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘No name’ to legend: Players truth behind hilarious Scott tale; inside Rory’s race against the clock — Talking Pts

The Players Championship has arrived and there is no shortage of drama before the first tee shot is struck at TPC Sawgrass.

Fox Sports • Golf → 16 hours ago

Fox Sports

PGA jewel is Aussie paradise that reveals kings. After heartbreak, the next is ready to be crowned 

Min Woo Lee had the audience cooking in Florida this week as he revealed a wild tale involving a dog called Aussie, a rental home, some spicy special grass and a bemused veterinarian.

Fox Sports • Golf → 18 hours ago

ESPN

'Blank sheet of paper': Brian Rolapp is trying to give the PGA Tour a makeover

More events in big cities. More consistent fields. The details might evolve, but the goal is clear: to turn the PGA Tour into a more competitive and compelling entity.

ESPN • Golf → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Rory: Back better, but Players status remains iffy

Rory McIlroy said Wednesday he was a game-time decision for the Players Championship as he deals with a back issue but added "all indications are pointing in the right direction" for him to play Thursday.

ESPN • Golf → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Scheffler overwhelming betting favorite at Players

Scottie Scheffler is once again the favorite to capture his third career title at The Players Championship, but this time, it's by enormous proportions.

ESPN • Golf → 23 hours ago

Fox Sports

Inside golf’s obsession with ‘fifth major’... and $35m Aussie answer to ‘money-driven agenda’

How The Players Championship fits into golf’s calendar sparks an annual debate, and now the players themselves have had their say.

Fox Sports • Golf → 23 hours ago

Fox Sports

Women’s Australian Open, golf 2026: Inside Hannah Green resurgence after win in Singapore, husband caddie

Hannah Green has spent the early stages of 2026 finding a good balance and it is a healthy habit the champion golfer is hopeful will lead her to Australian Open glory this week in Adelaide.

Fox Sports • Golf → 24 hours ago

Aussie Rules

Sydney Morning Herald

Crisis averted, or just postponed? Blues take back control of their narrative – for now

The reaction had Carlton lost to Richmond, after last week’s drubbing by Sydney, requires no imagination. But there was a more interesting storyline than another Blues fadeout.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 5 hours ago

AFL

'This one was for our club': Voss pleased for Blues after Tigers thriller

Blues coach Michael Voss was relieved after the hard-fought win over the Tigers.

AFL • AFL → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘He’ll feel like he’s let us down’: Coach backs inaccurate star Tiger in ‘harsh’ Blues blame game

Richmond coach Adem Yze has leapt to the defence of star forward Tom Lynch, who missed multiple chances to kick Richmond a matchwinning goal in their thrilling loss to Carlton on Thursday night at the MCG.

Fox Sports • AFL → 6 hours ago

AFL

Blues hold on to edge Tigers in thriller

The Blues have held on to beat the Tigers.

AFL • AFL → 7 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Williams hurt by Rioli chase

Zac Williams hobbles off the field after being chased down.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 7 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Tigers youngster whacks Blues star

Jonty Faull gives Jacob Weitering a shot to the stomach.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 8 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Green sneaks a second goal

Steely Green grubbers through his second goal for Richmond.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 8 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘We were targeted all week’: Voss’ pointed words after Blues’ thrilling prime-time win

After a week of intense scrutiny, Michael Voss’ men hold on right when they needed to most. Follow all the post-match reaction.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 9 hours ago

Fox Sports

Daicos ‘unwilling to sign’ mega Magpies deal right now as Vic rivals ready to enter $25m race

Nick Daicos is currently “unwilling” to sign a long-term contract extension at Collingwood with Victorian rivals joining Tasmania in the queue for the superstar’s services.

Fox Sports • AFL → 11 hours ago

ABC Sport

Blues hang on for scratchy but vital win over Tigers at the MCG

Carlton kicks only one goal in the second half, but it is just enough to hold off a late charge by a wayward Richmond at the MCG.

ABC Sport • AFL → 11 hours ago

AFLAussie Rules

AFL

Blues look to bounce back in huge Tigers clash. LIVE from 7.30pm AEDT

Follow all the action from Thursday night's clash between the Blues and Tigers.

AFL • AFL → 11 hours ago

AFL

TEAMS: Big boost for Cats, key Dockers in, star Giant named

The teams for Friday and Saturday's round one matches are in, plus squads for Sunday's games.

AFL • AFL → 11 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Not just Tasmania: Look out Collingwood, Victorian rivals are circling Daicos

Nick Daicos appears unwilling, for now, to sign the kind of long-term extension that could make him a Magpie for life.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Blew it’: Tiger cubs ‘didn’t know how to win’ as ‘Daicos-like’ kid helps Blues limp over line

Carlton managed just one goal after half time, but it was enough to hold on to a four-point win over Richmond on Thursday night.

Fox Sports • AFL → 12 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Mystery injury hits Hewett as Eagles count the cost

The Eagles could unleash all three of their first-round draftees from November against the Suns with No.1 pick Willem Duursma, No.4 Cooper Duff-Tytler, and No.19 Josh Lindsay all available.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 13 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

AFL drug policy detail revealed: Players with serious issues to face extra step

AFL players under treatment for serious illicit drug issues will need to be passed fit to train and play by a new expert panel, under the heavily revised illicit drug code that is being finalised.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 14 hours ago

AFL

Giants star in doubt for grudge match, young defender praised

Finn Callaghan was an absentee from Giants training on Thursday ahead of Saturday's clash against the Western Bulldogs.

AFL • AFL → 14 hours ago

AFL

Untimely injury claims another Eagle, tough defender gets green light

West Coast could be in for some big pain in the season-opener against premiership fancies Gold Coast.

AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Fans swarm Matthew Lloyd after 100th goal

AFL fans storm the field to celebrate Essendon legend Matthew Lloyd kicking his 100th goal during the 2001 season.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 17 hours ago

AFL

Pies expect sick goalkicker to play, another setback for skipper

Captain Darcy Moore left the track late on Thursday and won't play in Saturday's clash with Adelaide.

AFL • AFL → 17 hours ago

College FootballAmerican Football

ESPN

Dabo shoulders blame for Clemson's '25 failures

With Clemson's 2026 spring game just over two weeks away, a motivated Dabo Swinney said Wednesday that last season's results were 'nobody's fault but mine.".

ESPN • College Football → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Ex-assistant sues Michigan over Stalions scandal

Former Michigan assistant Chris Partridge sued the university, its board and AD Warde Manuel, alleging he was made a "scapegoat" when he was fired during the Wolverines' 2023 sign-stealing scandal.

ESPN • College Football → 20 hours ago

ESPN

The ACC's most important newcomers and what their teams are saying

Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?.

ESPN • College Football → 1 day ago

ESPN

CSC: Influx of third-party payments unexpected

College Sports Commission CEO Bryan Seeley said Tuesday an unexpected influx of third-party deals helping schools blow past the NIL salary cap has led to increased review times.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

On the rise? Teams, players poised to improve in 2026

From potential CFP contenders to bounce-back candidates, we've got good feelings about these programs.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

???? Our mid-free agency NFL mini-mock draft

How has NFL free agency affected 2026 draft plans? Here are Field Yates' updated predictions for picks Nos. 1-10 after the first wave of deals.

ESPN • NFL → 3 days ago

ESPN

'The rules are a suggestion:' The ins and outs of tampering in college football

Tampering 101, 201 and 301: What is considered OK, and what crosses the line in college football?.

ESPN • College Football → 3 days ago

ESPN

Trump plans 'all-encompassing' college sports EO

President Donald Trump says he will write an executive order within a week that will "solve all of the problems" brought forth in an unprecedented meeting at the White House to address the future of college sports.

ESPN • College Football → 6 days ago

ESPN

Fired Michigan coach Moore reaches plea deal

Fired Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore pleaded no contest to two misdemeanors to resolve a felony home invasion case. The deal was struck on the same day that a judge planned to hear a challenge to Moore's arrest in December.

ESPN • College Football → 6 days ago

ESPN

What you need to know about the 2027 QB recruits

With the majority of the QBs still undecided, the next few months should get interesting.

ESPN • College Football → 6 days ago

NRLRugby League

Sydney Morning Herald

‘He’s a work in progress’: Ryles calls for calm as Pezet tears Broncos apart

Jonah Pezet has given Broncos fans a glimpse of what he intends to bring to Brisbane next year, as he orchestrated Parramatta’s 40-32 boilover.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 7 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Major Broncos blow as Reynolds cops big hit

Adam Reynolds leaves the field with a possible rib injury.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 8 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Walsh clutches at knee after drop

Reece Walsh gives Brisbane's fans a fright as he clutches at his knee.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 8 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Eels veteran stirs up youngster

Dylan Walker draws a penalty by antagonising Aublix Tawha.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 8 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Witnessed a miracle’: Big Reynolds concern as Eels shock Broncos after ‘strange’ call

Champion Broncos skipper Adam Reynolds suffered a suspected rib injury as Brisbane’s title defence copped another blow with a dismal 40-32 implosion against the Eels on Thursday night at Suncorp Stadium.

Fox Sports • NRL → 8 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Slick Pezet picks apart Broncos

Jonah Pezet sets up a Kelma Tuilagi try with beautiful playmaking.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 8 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Electric Eels fullback fools Broncos defence

Isaiah Iongi throws a slick dummy to cut through and score.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 9 hours ago

NRL

As it happened: Eels topple Broncos in attacking feast

Follow all the action from the Round 2 clash at Suncorp Stadium on NRL.com's live blog.

NRL → 9 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Carrigan, Haas combine for slick Broncos try

Patrick Carrigan puts Payne Haas through a gap with a beautiful short ball and the superstar front-rower hurtles away to score.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 9 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Tuilagi on a tear

Parramatta second-rower Kelma Tuilagi barges through a feeble Brisbane defence to score a wonderful solo try.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 9 hours ago

MotoGPMotorsport

MotoGP

Bem-vindo a motogp.com, now available in Portuguese

Portuguese becomes the eighth different language version for fans and audiences around the world.

MotoGP → 8 hours ago

MotoGP

New track winners: who’s fastest out the blocks in MotoGP?

Soon we head for Brazil and a new track for everyone on the grid – so what can we expect from Goiânia?.

MotoGP → 10 hours ago

MotoGP

Triumph Triple Trophy: how to vote – and win – in 2026

The award is back and fans can enter a free prize draw to win their own #765 Triumph Street Triple Moto2™ Edition.

MotoGP → 2 days ago

MotoGP

Motul Dutch Grand Prix wins Best Grand Prix of 2025

Assen celebrated a centenary in style, and the event was voted the Best GP of a record-breaking 2025 season.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

Arise, Aprilia: a record-breaking weekend unfolds for Noale in Thailand

It's very early days in 2026, but Aprilia - with a sprinkling of Acosta and KTM magic on top - have begun the new campaign on the front foot after an unforgettable few days in Buriram.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

Grand Prix of Thailand - Moto2 results

Following a review of the Moto2 race results from Thailand, the points awarded have been updated.

MotoGP → 6 days ago

MotoGP

MotoGP partners with Quint to deliver premium hospitality experiences

New partnership ready to deliver a premium experience across the global Grand Prix calendar.

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

Marc Marquez nominated for Laureus World Sportsman of the Year

2025's Championship success sees the #93 join an illustrious list of sporting superstars vying for the award.

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

Talking Points: "I can't wait to go to Brazil!"

From outstanding results to shock moments, get the full rundown of the hottest talking points from the Thai GP.

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

Bezzecchi bounces back with victory as Marc Marquez suffers Thailand DNF

The Aprilia star beats Acosta and Fernandez to Round 1 glory as a rear tyre puncture ends the reigning World Champion's podium hopes in Buriram.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

WNBABasketball

ESPN

WNBPA 'feeling movement' after latest CBA talks

Union president Nneka Ogwumike voiced optimism following back-to-back days of prolonged negotiations with the WNBA.

ESPN • WNBA → 9 hours ago

ESPN

Three takeaways from Team USA's win, Caitlin Clark's debut

Six players, including Clark, made their debuts for the U.S. national team. How did they look in USA's win?.

ESPN • WNBA → 15 hours ago

ESPN

Clark back with double-double in Team USA debut

Playing in her first game since July, Caitlin Clark had 17 points and 12 assists in 19 minutes to lead Team USA to a 110-64 win in its first game of the FIBA World Cup qualifiers.

ESPN • WNBA → 16 hours ago

ESPN

Court filing: Jackson feared Pearce 'will kill me'

WNBA player Rickea Jackson filed a petition for protection against her ex-boyfriend, Falcons player James Pearce Jr., saying she was "in fear of my life" and, if the court didn't intervene, she believed "James will kill me," according to court documents.

ESPN • NFL → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Wilt Chamberlain's 100 points, Adrian Peterson's 296 yards and more single-game bests

Both all-time legends and half-forgotten journeymen are on the list of the greatest single-game performances in American professional sports.

ESPN • NBA → 21 hours ago

ESPN

WNBA, union log marathon talks without deal

The WNBA and its players' union did not reach a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement after a marathon, 12-hour bargaining session.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 day ago

ESPN

Clark ready to 'get tossed into fire' with Team USA

As Caitlin Clark prepares for her first game in nearly eight months, it's impossible for her to squash the butterflies she says she's feeling -- but she doesn't exactly want to.

ESPN • WNBA → 3 days ago

ESPN

Cops responded to 911 calls before Pearce arrest

In the weeks before Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. allegedly rammed his vehicle into WNBA player Rickea Jackson's car, at least seven 911 calls indicate heightened fears from his unidentified girlfriend that she was being stalked and harassed.

ESPN • NFL → 3 days ago

ESPN

Unrivaled sees viewership dip in second season

Unrivaled's second season featured ups and downs in terms of viewership, with the playoffs averaging 258,000 viewers on TNT and TruTv, down 9% from last year.

ESPN • WNBA → 4 days ago

ESPN

Source: WNBA sends counterproposal to players

The WNBA sent a CBA proposal to the union a day after the league received one from the players, a source told ESPN's Alexa Philippou.

ESPN • WNBA → 4 days ago

NBLBasketball

NBL

Lowery: Wildcats let one slip

The Sydney Kings ground out a one point win over Perth on Wednesday night to take a 1-0 lead in their Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Playoff Series. The victory marks their 12th straight and a fourth consecutive win over the Perth Wildcats this season.

NBL → 23 hours ago

NBL

NBL clarifies controversial late call

The NBL has moved to clarify the ‘Basket Interference’ rule called on Sydney Kings forward Torrey Craig during Wednesday night’s Playoff game with Perth. With 1.24 left on the clock in the fourth quarter at Qudos Bank Arena and Sydney leading 101-99, Perth’s David Duke Jr.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Lowery defends Rakocevic’s hard edge

While Phoenix owner Romie Chaudhari was quick to criticise Nick Rakocevic for his hard foul on Akech Allir, NBL champion Damon Lowery has come to the Adelaide 36ers big man’s defence.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Wildcats sweat on star's fitness

With just three days in between Playoff games and their season on the line, the Perth Wildcats will be sweating on the fitness of import Dylan Windler. The American wing injured his foot in the final seconds of the Wildcats’ one-point loss to Sydney at Qudos Bank Arena on Wednesday night.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

"Dream challenge": Weaver embraces Brisbane rebuild

It’s been five years since he’s coached in the NBL, but Will Weaver is the man now tasked with turning the Brisbane Bullets around.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Areas of frustration override Rillie's pride

John Rillie has been here before, proud of his team but frustrated after a critical Playoffs loss. While he admired the fight from his Perth Wildcats in their Game 1 defeat to the Sydney Kings, he knows honourable losses offer little comfort.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Goorjian: Veterans delivered when it mattered

Kendric Davis and Torrey Craig produced big numbers, while Kouat Noi, Jaylin Galloway and Makuach Maluach all had their moments, but it was the class of Xavier Cooks and Matthew Dellavedova that stood out most to Brian Goorjian in the Sydney Kings’ thrilling Game 1 win.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

WATCH: Davis' incredible Playoff debut

Kendric Davis had a Playoff debut to remember for the Sydney Kings on Wednesday night.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Kings survive almighty Wildcats scare

Kristian Doolittle put up 27 second half points and the Perth Wildcats did just about everything right but complete the job as the Sydney Kings held on for a 105-104 Game 1 win with Kendric Davis and Xavier Cooks coming up huge late.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

NBL enters new golden era

The Hungry Jack’s NBL will break its all-time attendance record for the second straight season, with total attendance set to surpass last year’s benchmark.

NBL → 2 days ago

AFLWAussie Rules

AFL

The Midas touch: North hasn't lost since she walked through the door

Erin Lorenzini doesn't take the credit, but her role at North Melbourne has been huge in the Roos' success.

AFL • AFLW → 24 hours ago

AFL

Power set to raid Blues for new senior AFLW coach

Port Adelaide is eyeing a Carlton assistant coach to replace departed senior coach Lauren Arnell.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

Lappin it up: Lions great's daughter on pressure, passion and premierships

Meg Lappin is following in her father Nigel's footsteps, making the move up to Brisbane with twin sister Ally in tow.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

Clubs to play up to SIX practice games in major pre-season shake-up

An expanded pre-season schedule has been pitched to clubs as an opportunity to assist the development of players who may not play during the season.

AFL • AFLW → 3 days ago

AFL

Three incredible women who have fought to rise to the top of the AFLW

Dom Condo, Erin Lorenzini and Aysha Ward are all on different, but successful, AFLW journeys.

AFL • AFLW → 5 days ago

AFL

Unlike her 327-game brother, this AFLW pioneer never pulled on a jumper

Aysha Ward has worked her way up from Essendon intern to a position in the club's executive team.

AFL • AFLW → 5 days ago

AFL

It's always Sunny: How Gold Coast became a destination club

After years in the footy wilderness, Gold Coast is finally retaining - and attracting - players across both programs.

AFL • AFL → 7 days ago

AFL

'Dream come true': How Crows star is giving back to Indigenous girls

Danielle Ponter has had a busy summer with a new contract, a wedding to plan and an important coaching role.

AFL • AFLW → 2 weeks ago

AFL

From the ruck to the runway, Scholz right at home as footy and fashion collide

Power star Matilda Scholz joined several AFL and AFLW players at the Melbourne Noir show at the Melbourne Fashion Festival.

AFL • AFLW → 2 weeks ago

AFL

Dees appoint interim head of women's footy as changes continue

Shae Sloane has been appointed as the Demons' interim head of women's football.

AFL • AFLW → 2 weeks ago

Netball

ABC Sport

Super Netball's Kiwi influx leaves sour taste for diehard Australian fans

Nine Kiwi players will feature in Super Netball for 2026, after the New Zealand governing body relaxed its national selection policy. But just like the green fruit, their influx has left a sour taste in the mouth of rusted-on Australian Diamonds fans.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 days ago

ABC Sport

Regional netball teams ousted from league over lack of footballers

Victoria's Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission has been contacted after a number of junior netball teams were axed from the Ballarat Football Netball league due to a lack of footballers.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 week ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds find 'identity' ahead of gold medal defence

Coach Stacey Marinkovich believes a refreshed Diamonds squad has found its "identity" ahead of attempting to become the first Australian netball team to defend Commonwealth Games gold.

ABC Sport • Netball → 4 weeks ago

ABC Sport

All too easy for the Diamonds in sealing series win over Jamaica

Kate Moloney celebrates her 50-game milestone in style as the Australian Diamonds post a 32-goal victory over an understrength Jamaica in Perth.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

Australia's netballers thrash Jamaica in first Test

The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds eye timely glimpse of Jamaica in Test series

Australia's netballers expect to gain precious intelligence ahead of a showpiece tournament when they host Jamaica in a three-Test series.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds bolster defence for Jamaica series as Commonwealth Games loom

Australia's netball hierarchy settles on a replacement for an injured defender ahead of the Diamonds' three-Test series against Jamaica.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

'It makes training sessions feel twice as hard': Zara Walters was running on empty

Zara Walters felt tired, dizzy and unable to recover from training sessions — then she found out she was low in iron. It's a condition that often goes undiagnosed, especially in female athletes.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 months ago

Super RugbyRugby Union

Fox Sports

NRL stars react as Lomax decides playing future with new rugby ‘dream’

Zac Lomax’s immediate playing future has been decided, with the former NRL winger signing a two-year deal with Rugby Australia and the Western Force.

Fox Sports • NRL → 4 days ago

A-LeagueFootball

The Guardian

Goalkeeper hauled off at half-time as howler sparks A-League rout before coach resigns

A comical own goal from Wellington goalkeeper Josh Oluwayemi sparked a 5-0 thrashing by Auckland FC, prompting coach Giancarlo Italiano to dramatically announce his resignation in the post-match press conference.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 weeks ago

The Guardian

Jerseys of nations ‘involved in major conflict’ banned from A-League multicultural round

The A-League has been accused of undermining social cohesion after banning fans from wearing jerseys of nations “currently involved in major conflicts” ahead of this week’s multicultural round.

The Guardian • A-League → 4 weeks ago

Fox Sports

Major Socceroos blow as World Cup goal scorer’s injury likely to ruin chances of call-up

Veteran winger Craig Goodwin’s hopes of being chosen in the Socceroos’ FIFA World Cup squad are in tatters, with the Adelaide United skipper set to spend up to three months on the sidelines after injuring his groin.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 month ago

Fox Sports

‘What’s happened in this country?’: Roar coach’s ‘pre-judged’ claim in extraordinary ref tirade

Brisbane Roar coach Michael Valkanis has launched an extraordinary tirade after being shown a red card for the second time this season following his team’s sixth defeat in seven games on Saturday.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 month ago

Fox Sports

‘Heartbroken’: Tributes flow for celebrated former A-League coach after tragic death

The Australian football community is mourning the death of former Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar coach Rado Vidosic.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 month ago

Fox Sports

Teenager announces A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick; City embarrassed

Adelaide United teenager Brody Burkitt announced his A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick to sink Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 months ago

The Guardian

Teenage girl wearing jersey with Palestinian flag refused entry to Sydney A-League game

Exclusive: Girl had to agree to remove shirt before being let into Allianz Stadium on Sunday night.

The Guardian • A-League → 2 months ago

Fox Sports

‘Damaging and disappointing’: Ugly twist in A-Leagues debacle as investor takes shock swipe

Spurned investor Damon Hanlin has slammed the Australian Professional Leagues, saying he had been “encouraged” to be Central Coast Mariners’ “financial stabiliser” by the club’s outgoing chairman before being denied the chance to become the A-League outfit’s official owner.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 months ago

Fox Sports

‘Nothing ever happened’: Skipper hits back after groundbreaking Aussie’s homophobia claims

Australia’s first openly gay male professional footballer, Josh Cavallo, has accused Adelaide United of being homophobic — but the club’s captain has hit back.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 months ago

The Guardian

Josh Cavallo claims homophobia drove him out of Adelaide United

Josh Cavallo has accused his former A-League club Adelaide United of homophobia and blocking him from playing after he came out as gay in 2021. The 26-year-old left the Reds last year and moved from Australia to England where he now plays non-league football.

The Guardian • A-League → 2 months ago