NBA star storms out of press conference after car crash incident caught on camera
LaMelo Ball can’t seem to stay out of trouble.
LaMelo Ball can’t seem to stay out of trouble.
Finland took a 2-0 lead in the Olympic men's hockey semifinal with well-timed aggression. They lost it with constant conservatism.
Nathan Cleary faces a nervous wait after a hit on Tigers teenager Heamasi Makasini as the Panthers went down in an NRL trial match.
Down 2-0, the team clawed back to tie the game, then score the game winner with 35.2 seconds left.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid was all smiles while discussing the future of tight end Travis Kelce, who is considering another season in Kansas City or retiring after 13 years.
Nathan MacKinnon scored the go-ahead goal with 35.2 seconds left after Shea Theodore tied it midway through the third period, and Canada survived another scare at the Olympics, rallying to beat Finland 3-2 and advance to the men's gold medal game.
López was injured on Monday during the team's first full-squad workout. This will be the second Tommy John surgery of his career.
Patrick Reed’s abrupt exit from LIV Golf last month ended up giving his team of four years an unintended boost.
With one game left on a four-match suspension for using a homophobic slur, Izak Rankine is hungry to put his best foot forward in 2026.
Blues coach Michael Voss has told AFL.com.au he has moved on from Charlie Curnow's departure to the Swans.
The message expressed hope the Westbrooks would die in a car crash because the Kings point guard finished with fewer than 10 points.
Two-time NBA champion Pau Gasol has been chosen by Olympic athletes to represent them on the IOC executive board through the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games.
Subscribe to The Dunker SpotApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeWe have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!. Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones discuss Cade Cunningham's awesome performance against the Knicks (42 points, 8 rebounds, 13 assists, 1 steal, 2 blocks), as well as his status in the league.
The best ability is availability, and while some stars are shut down, here are some who should feature often.
Should fantasy basketball managers keep or trade players like Tristan Vukcevic, Pascal Siakam and others?.
NBA scouts remain confident in Darryn Peterson's draft stock despite his sporadic availability at Kansas this season, with multiple evaluators telling The Athletic the freshman guard is still expected to be a top pick in June's draft.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
Dallas Mavericks rookie forward Cooper Flagg was spotted over the All-Star break in a walking boot due to a left mid-foot sprain. The injury will keep Flagg out of the Mavs first game back from the break, but he shouldn't be out long-term.
Sure, Charlotte's offense stands out in its recent hot stretch, but the Hornets have dominated on both ends of the floor.
The Portland Trail Blazers are close to getting a pair of rotation players back into the lineup. Unfortunately, Portland will need to wait a bit to get a regular starter back. Matisse Thybulle and Kris Murray are both close to returning for the Trail Blazers.
The top four teams face each other on Saturday. Mark Zinno makes picks on these big games and Iowa State-BYU.
Starting lineups featuring three former centers? How Dusty May and the Wolverines cracked a winning code.
Despite playing less than 40 percent of Kansas' minutes this season, when Peterson does play, NBA evaluators continue to be wowed.
Celtics forward Jaylen Brown is considering legal action against the city of Beverly Hills, he told ESPN's Andscape, after police shut down a private event he was hosting during NBA All-Star Weekend.
With so many MVP contenders in danger of missing the 65-game threshold, this race could take a sharp turn.
One year after a blood clot ended his season, Victor Wembanyama has the Spurs bound for the playoffs.
Eleven players received votes in the latest NBA MVP straw poll conducted by ESPN's Tim Bontemps with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ahead of Nikola Jokic for first place. Gilgeous-Alexander received 78 first place votes compared to 18 first place votes for Jokic.
The value of a high NBA draft pick has always been immense for a number of factors including the quality of the player available to be selected along with the cost control of a rookie scale contract.
With a chance to give Detroit something to think about ahead of a possible playoff matchup, New York was beaten Bad Boy-style.
Will the Raptors' offence benefit from a true 7-footer?.
The Royals agreed to a minor league deal with catcher Elias Díaz on Friday and said the 11-year veteran will join the big league camp next week.
Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg has a partial ligament tear in his right elbow and will be sidelined at least through April, general manager Mike Elias said.
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“I thought he was sharp," Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake said of Cole's first live batting practice since his surgery last March.
Spring training games haven't even started yet, and the Baltimore Orioles are dealing with two significant injuries.
The bond Murphy and Yelich have built over nearly 10 years together makes the Brewers run.
Does Marte's offense put him on top? Or does Hoerner's elite defense make him No. 1? Here's how our list shakes out.
We rank the top draft candidates now that a new college baseball season is underway.
How the swing metrics Bat Speed, Swing Tilt and Intercept Point can help identify potential breakout hitters for the 2026 season.
Which front offices, managers and players are feeling the most heat heading into this season? Here's who our panel singled out.
Many teams are using their time in spring training to analyze which of their players are the best at challenging calls.
Spring training games are officially underway and Opening Day is just around the corner. Chat live with Eno Sarris at 11am PT on Friday about who you should target in your fantasy drafts, which pitching staffs look ready to dominate this season and anything else that comes to mind.
Athletics vice chairman Sandy Dean said he was pleased to report "tangible progress" after the team said foundation work on its new Las Vegas stadium was complete.
Freddie Freeman is not taking his career with the Los Angeles Dodgers one season at a time. The 2020 National League MVP and nine-time All-Star has longevity in mind when looking at the rest of his Dodgers career.
The union has a new leader at a time when the stakes are particularly high, and there’s a lot to determine in short order.
The Milwaukee Brewers are signing manager Pat Murphy to a three-year contract, The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal reports. The deal is a new contract, not an extension, because it reworks the final year on Murphy's previous agreement, according to Rosenthal.
Tampa Bay reliever Edwin Uceta didn't feel great when testing his cranky right shoulder. Manager Kevin Cash said Thursday that Uceta will probably see a doctor.
The Brewers have given a new contract to two-time NL Manager of the Year Pat Murphy that makes him one of the highest-paid managers in MLB, sources told ESPN.
New MLBPA interim executive director Bruce Meyer says he is dedicated to "protecting and advancing player rights" ahead of negotiations with the league on a new CBA.
Murphy, the NL's back-to-back manager of the year, will be around in Milwaukee for the foreseeable future.
The New England Patriots felt receiver Mack Hollins earned an incentive in his contract, even if he didn't technically reach the number that triggered the bonus.
Eric Karabell on whether the latest NFL buzz is actual news or merely noise for fantasy purposes.
After leading Indiana to the national title, coach Curt Cignetti has finalized a contract with the school that will pay him an average of $13.2 million through the 2033 season, a source confirmed to ESPN.
NFL teams looking for edge rusher help are in good shape this offseason; the free agent and draft classes have options. But what about the other 10 positions?.
Scheelhaase, who interviewed for several head-coaching vacancies, spent last season as the Rams' pass game coordinator.
The Rams are promoting passing game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase to offensive coordinator and making quarterbacks coach Dave Ragone their co-offensive coordinator/QB coach, sources told ESPN.
The Los Angeles Rams are promoting pass game coordinator Nathan Scheelhaase to offensive coordinator, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Scheelhaase is replacing former Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur, who left to become the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals.
Gibbs has found his way into the end zone like few other players in NFL history. Is a record contract extension up next in the offseason?.
Could edge rusher Maxx Crosby get traded this offseason? Where could he land? And what might the Raiders get for him? Let's project his market.
Make way for Fernando Mendoza and others on Bill Connelly's updated list of the greatest quarterbacks of the century.
The team will go wherever there's a new stadium surrounded by a “mixed-use development," but Arlington Heights makes most financial sense.
No HBCU players were invited to the NFL Scouting Combine, but that doesn’t mean these programs lack talent.
After getting fired midseason two years in a row, Reich thought his NFL coaching career was over. Then his old friend Aaron Glenn called.
Six of the league's new hires have offensive backgrounds, though Mike Macdonald's success could create a new future model.
Every year there are stories of awkward or bad combine interviews. Robert Turbin is the opposite: A player whose interviews helped him.
The first major event of the NFL offseason arrives next week as the football world zeroes in on the 2026 NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis.
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald landed on Brian Fleury as his new offensive coordinator because "his vision ... was aligned with how we want it to.".
The amount of players testing and actually doing physical activities at the NFL scouting combine has dwindled in recent years as prospects have attempted to put their best foot forward at the friendly confines of their college pro days and/or private workouts, or they’ve opted out altogether.
While there were certainly some reasons for optimism surrounding the New York Giants' 2025-26 campaign, it ended like eight of the previous nine seasons have in East Rutherford: with a losing record and without a playoff berth.
Subscribe to Football 301 with Nate TiceApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeNate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to answer the NFL offseason’s biggest looming questions submitted by the audience.
A local footy star and his mate are convicted of raping their friend. In the tiny town of Balmoral, where the footy club reigns, the town makes it clear whose story they believe. .
Clarkson’s Kangaroos already had a wealth of top-end draft picks in the midfield when they picked up Finn O’Sullivan. After flying under the radar in his debut season, the humble country kid is ready to make a major mark in 2026.
Are top athletes born or made? The case of 21-year-old Will Ashcroft suggests there’s plenty of nurture involved – and lessons for the rest of us.
Five goals and a stint in the midfield? Riley Thilthorpe was literally everywhere in Adelaide's 19-point win over the Power.
George Wardlaw has been removed from the Kangaroos' VFL practice game with a hamstring concern.
Kysaiah Pickett kicked five goals as Melbourne crushed North Melbourne in a match simulation.
Collingwood coach Craig McRae tells Damian Barrett he's reflected on his controversial post-season comments following Nick Daicos' Brownlow near-miss.
The squads for Saturday's match simulation have been announced.
Jagga Smith and Harry Dean have made strong impressions in their short time at Carlton.
A change to the fines system is among seven Tribunal modifications introduced for the year.
Crows star Riley Thilthorpe’s five goals has helped Adelaide to a 19-point win over rivals Port Adelaide in Friday’s match simulation at Alberton Oval.
Josh Dunkley has agreed to a contract extension after winning the Brisbane B&F in a premiership year.
A five-goal Kysaiah Pickett masterclass has ignited Melbourne as it unofficially kicked off the Steven King era on a high note.
The Bombers have cruised past the Tigers in a match simulation.
It was a day of mixed fortunes for GWS with unwanted injury news souring a strong on-field display against Collingwood.
Sam Durham has recommitted to the Bombers until the end of 2032.
Eastern Ranges premiership coach Jarrad Donders is set to take the helm at the Tigers.
Rhys Harwood will remain at the Roos despite interest from rival clubs.
Matt Rowell’s injury from the State of Origin match is worse than first thought. Meanwhile, Essendon have re-signed one of their most important players.
Follow all the action from the first two match simulations on Friday.
'I think the last three days for me [have been about] reflecting on how the last three [T20] World Cups have gone'.
Australia depart the T20 World Cup with a thumping, nine-wicket consolation victory over Oman in Pallekele.
They were already out of the running for the Super Eight, but produced a clinical nine-wicket win at Pallekele.
South Africa coach wants to use the weight of scrutiny and expectation on India against them.
Australia demolished Oman by nine wickets to win the final Twenty20 World Cup group encounter in Pallekele on Friday in emphatic style. Both teams were already eliminated from the tournament.
Lions spinners restrict Shaheens before Tribe anchors successful chase in Abu Dhabi.
Adam Zampa took four wickets and Mitch Marsh slammed 64 not out as Australia finished third in Group B.
Glamorgan are interested in signing Australian seam bowler Sam Elliott, son of the Welsh county's former batter Matthew Elliott.
Most of the players from the T20 World Cup squad will not be travelling to New Zealand.
Sixty-seven players from Pakistan are among those to have registered for next month's Hundred auction, though England Test captain Ben Stokes has not signed up.
Charles Leclerc has ended the final day of 2026 pre-season testing in Bahrain at the top of the timesheets, heading Lando Norris and Max Verstappen as Friday’s running brought the second test to a close.
Fred Vasseur reflected positively on how Ferrari’s pre-season testing unfolded in Bahrain, with the team boss suggesting that the squad did “pretty well” in terms of meeting their target to gain a lot of mileage, though also cautioned that development will be key to “keeping momentum” during the season ahead.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc took the bragging rights with the quickest time at the final Formula One test before the season proper begins in Australia in just two weeks, while Aston Martin endured a horror show.
Charles Leclerc ensured Ferrari ended preseason testing in style with a scintillating set of late laps in Bahrain that will increase hype around the Italian team's 2026 chances.
George Russell believes that Mercedes need to “keep on improving reliability” after experiencing some gremlins during the Bahrain test, with the Briton also suggesting that race starts could be the “tallest hurdle” to the team’s potential.
Aston Martin Team Representative Pedro de la Rosa has made clear that Aston Martin are “not where they want to be” amid a difficult pre-season period, with the squad working “flat-out” to get on top of their issues.
Charles Leclerc posted the fastest time as pre-season testing continued at the Bahrain International Circuit on Friday, slotting ahead of Kimi Antonelli and Oscar Piastri in the morning session.
Struggling British carmaker says earnings for 2025 will be worse than City forecasts as US tariffs hit sales.
Aston Martin’s new power unit partner, Honda, have released a statement following the disruptions to the team’s programme on the second day of the final pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit.
Stefano Domenicali is feeling “totally positive” that the 2026 season will be an “incredible year”, with the President and CEO of Formula 1 explaining that there will be an opportunity to “learn” from the new regulations.
The 2024 World Champion will get his first taste of track action in 2026 in Thailand this weekend.
A new team structure debuts this season as Graham Webber becomes Race Director.
MotoGP Predictor returns for more, giving fans the chance to win some incredible prizes during every Grand Prix weekend!.
Here are the drivers that will be behind the wheel for the final day of 2026 pre-season testing in Bahrain.
Keep up to date with all the action - both on track and off it - as the 11 F1 teams work on preparations for the 2026 season. Live coverage of Day 3 in Bahrain.
Stefano Domenicali is certain Max Verstappen will not quit the sport over its controversial and already-maligned new rules, which he has urged fans to "stay calm" about.
Stefano Domenicali, the chief executive of Formula One, has issued an urgent plea for calm after the damning driver criticism of the sport’s new regulations that has emerged during pre-season testing.
Formula 1 boss Stefano Domenicali calls for calm in the face of criticism from drivers of the sport's new rules - but said changes would be made if necessary.
F1's star drivers have spent much of preseason criticizing the sport's new-for-2026 cars. They might have a point, but there are no simple solutions.
As the second day of the final 2026 pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit drew to a close, the F1 TV crew assembled to run through the key talking points.
Team Canada defeated Finland in the Olympic men's hockey semifinal on Friday to punch its ticket to the gold medal game.
Canada team captain Sidney Crosby missed Friday's Olympic men's ice hockey semifinal win over Finland after suffering a lower-body injury in the quarterfinal round.
Canada came up short in the Olympic women's hockey finale, but make no mistake, Poulin's legacy as the GOAT is cemented.
Ahead of Team USA's semifinal matchup with Slovakia, McAvoy chronicles his latest Olympic adventures for The Athletic.
With selection day right around the corner, we look at the top contenders for the 16-team bracket.
Plus: Three hockey medals were awarded Thursday, including a thrilling women's gold, and three more are still to come.
NHL history occurred almost five years ago in a game featuring Tampa Bay Lightning teammates Gemel Smith, Daniel Walcott and Mathieu Joseph.
Team USA is one win away from playing for a gold medal. Find out how to tune in to the semifinal matchup against Slovakia.
Olympic hockey features a blended rulebook somewhere between international and NHL standards. Is it better? Let's find out.
Canada's men's soccer team is co-hosting a World Cup this summer. What can it learn from Canada’s men’s Olympic hockey team?.
One hundred twenty-four seconds away from a Canadian upset victory, Knight — in her last Olympic game — played the hero and forced overtime.
Nate Heise is a senior guard on the Iowa State men’s basketball team. His older sister, Taylor Heise, just won the gold medal with Team USA.
The Americans trailed for most of the game but survived in overtime to be crowned Olympic champions.
The trio of young stars will lead Slovakia into its semifinal matchup with the U.S. on Friday, realizing a dream that was formed long ago.
U.S. men's players take us inside their experience in the Village. Plus, reflecting on Wednesday's win and looking ahead to Slovakia.
If Sidney Crosby is ruled out for Friday's semifinal due to injury, expect McDavid to wear the captain's 'C' for Canada.
The creator of the Hulu hit kept a diary of the live tour. He shares it ahead of the Season 5 U.S. debut.
Canada is taking Sidney Crosby's injury "day by day," coach Jon Cooper said, as the team prepares for its Olympic semifinal against Finland.
Crosby isn’t being ruled out of the Olympics by Team Canada but he was ruled out of Friday's semifinal in Milan.
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Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe will not be charged by the Football Association after he said the United Kingdom had been "colonised by immigrants".
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said Benfica boss José Mourinho made a "huge mistake" in his postmatch comments following alleged racist abuse of Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior.
The New York and New Jersey World Cup host committee has canceled its fan festival that had been planned to be held at Liberty State Park in Jersey City.
Club’s relegation could be sealed at Bramall Lane on Sunday but long-term future is of most concern to supporters. When crisis intrudes into everyday lives, personal worlds shrink and important events are reduced to near irrelevance.
Infantino appeared at The Board of Peace meeting wearing a red hat, emblazoned with 'USA' and '45-47' — a reference to Trump's presidencies.
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are "exactly where they want to be" in every competition as the Gunners get ready to face rivals Tottenham after the disappointing draw at Wolves.
German soccer club Werder Bremen have canceled a trip to the United States due to concerns over unrest in Minnesota after the actions of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as well as economic risks, a club spokesperson told Reuters on Friday.
Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour's chances of a second Italian title in a row could depend on Napoli downing in-form Atalanta on Sunday - and you can watch the action live on the BBC.
Millwall apologise to their supporters club, fan advisory board and Millwall Lionesses after the scheduling of a London City Lionesses game at The Den.
Brian Babz says he was “born into greatness.” By that, he means he had the good fortune of being born in New England three and a half decades ago, making him a Boston sports fan who has enjoyed a steady drip of professional championships for his entire life.
The Tulsa Drillers, Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Texas League, will play select games in their first alternate uniform in a decade this season.
Beverly Hills apologized to Jaylen Brown—but he doesn’t appear to be satisfied. In a statement obtained by Front Office Sports, the City of Beverly Hills apologized to the five-time NBA All-Star after shutting down his NBA All-Star Weekend event.
The Chicoutimi Saguenéens are being kind as they rewind their jerseys for their upcoming Vintage Night.
Friends, Iowans, countrymen — lend the Iowa Heartlanders your ear, as the ECHL team has drawn a kernel of inspiration from their home state for their latest theme night jersey.
After nearly two years of surveys, focus groups, and leaks, this morning the Detroit Tigers FINALLY unveiled their new orange and navy alternate jerseys for the 2026 season. The look brings back 1984-inspired striping, V-necks, a throwback roundel sleeve logo, and a 1990s-style cap.
Orange you glad Real Betis is highlighting sustainability with their new kit? The La Liga club launched the new Hummel-manufactured kits earlier this week and will wear them on the pitch when they host Rayo Vallecano on Saturday, February 21. As part of Real Betis’ long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability,.
Giannis Antetokounmpo hasn’t played basketball since mid-January, but he’s been busy announcing three investments in the last two weeks: prediction-market platform Kalshi, Chelsea FC Women, and delivery service Gopuff.
The Rapid City Rush are taking the oldest Division II college football rivalry from the gridiron to the ice this weekend.
Nike began quietly releasing new products from its All Conditions Gear (ACG) sub-brand last fall. This month, the company made it official with a formal relaunch of ACG, which originally debuted in 1989, meant to appeal to outdoor enthusiasts. In a Feb.
Toulouse locks Thibaud Flament and Emmanuel Meafou will start for France against Italy on Sunday in the only changes to the Grand Slam-chasers' XV.
Louis Rees-Zammit hopes Wales can enjoy a Six Nations turnaround similar to his beloved Manchester United's Premier League revival.
Ireland hope to pull off a major upset and deliver a statement Six Nations win in Saturday's showdown at Allianz Stadium.
The Wales captain, Dewi Lake, has urged fans in Cardiff to lift his side for the Six Nations meeting with Scotland on Saturday.
Maro Itoje is poised to win his 100th England cap but admits he might not have reached the milestone without learning to manage the "emotional turmoil" present early on in his rugby odyssey.
Maro Itoje says his late mother will be at Twickenham in spirit when the England captain wins his 100th cap in the Six Nations showdown with Ireland on Saturday.
Do satellite channels have a future? Is free-to-air as important as it was? Will Netflix and Prime make moves?. By No Helmets Required What were once a DVD postal service, an online bookstore and an American cable channel renowned for showing B movies in motel rooms are now heavyweights in the sports broadcasting market.
Wales boss Sean Lynn names three uncapped England-based players in his extended, 45-player training squad for the Women's Six Nations.
Captain’s moment must be celebrated at Twickenham on Saturday, as should Edwin Edogbo’s first Ireland cap. I was struck by Tommy Freeman’s comments this week when he said he had struggled mentally on the back of the British & Irish Lions tour to Australia last summer.
It’s been a promising start to the season with bursts of brilliance, but the Waratahs left a good 50 points out on the field against Fijian Drua in Sydney.
New Tottenham head coach Igor Tudor says he is "100%" convinced Spurs will avoid relegation and still be in the Premier League next season.
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's claims the UK has been "colonised by immigrants" will not lead to any sanction by the Football Association.
Sources tell BBC Sport that Crystal Palace's board is considering Oliver Glasner's future at the club.
Can you answer the weekly poser plucked from deep inside The Athletic's trivia vaults?.
Chelsea introduced a policy of long-term contracts, but they will still have to be tackled in the near future.
A man in his 20s was shot in the driveway of an address on Radway Road on November 28, and was taken to hospital with serious leg injuries.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are favourites to retain their title, but could the World Cup throw in a curveball?.
FPL expert Heisenberg and the FPL podcast team assess the Premier League clubs with favourable fixture lists in the next gameweeks.
Keith Andrews is impressing at Brentford in his first season as a manager, but how do the Bees keep getting their appointments so right?.
Who's leading after MD26? And what do our writer, the algorithm, a child and this week's subscriber expect to see on Matchday 27?.
Tight end Preston Howard is returning to Maryland for his senior year after spending last season with Auburn, the Terps announced Thursday.
The Stanford Cardinal have hired veteran NFL assistant Kris Richard as defensive coordinator under new coach Tavita Pritchard.
Georgia linebackers Chris Cole and Darren Ikinnagbon were arrested on misdemeanor charges of speeding at maximum limits and other traffic-related charges.
It's recruiting season for the 2027 class. The QB market is wide open while playoff teams are out to flip five-stars.
Oregon LT Isaiah World suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during the CFP semifinal loss to Indiana and will not attend the NFL draft combine, a source told ESPN.
Texas Tech commit Jalen Brewster is the top overall player in the 2027 recruiting class. Elijah Haven is the top QB.
Northern Illinois coach Thomas Hammock has accepted a job offer to become the next running backs coach/senior offensive assistant for the Seattle Seahawks, sources told ESPN.
Looking ahead to the next recruiting class, there are big commits poised for big things at the next level.
Washington offensive coordinator Jimmie Dougherty is out after two seasons on staff and five total under head coach Jedd Fisch.
A judge on Tuesday granted a request for a hearing to learn more about the investigation that led to charges against former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore.
Jessica Pegula improved to 5-0 against Amanda Anisimova, and advanced to her 21st career final, after coming from a set and a break down to win their Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships semifinal.
Coco Gauff, Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula give the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships a rare American presence in the semifinals, while Elina Svitolina looks to break up the party.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka aims to defend her Miami Open title against a strong field including 2022 winner Iga Swiatek and the entire Top 10.
Coco Gauff delivered a masterclass as far as bounce back performances are concerned with a dominant 6-0, 6-2 victory over Alexandra Eala on Thursday night to advance to the Dubai semifinals for the second time.
Amanda Anisimova ended Mirra Andreeva's title defense at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships in the quarterfinals, coming through a nailbiter in a third-set tiebreak. She will face Jessica Pegula, who defeated last year's finalist Clara Tauson in three sets, in an all-American semifinal.
With the 2026 Winter Olympic Games Milano-Cortina wrapping up, wtatennis.com asked several players on the ground in Doha or Dubai about which sport would they want to compete in if they could be a Winter Olympian.
Alexandra Eala is through to the quarterfinals in Dubai for the first time in her career, as she put an end to Sorana Cirstea's win streak with a straight-sets victory. It sets up a highly anticipated first meeting with Coco Gauff.
Coco Gauff came back from a set down and saved three match points to defeat Elise Mertens and advance to the quarterfinals in Dubai. It's the first time in five years that the American came from match points down to win a match.
Croatia's Antonia Ruzic chose tennis over karate as a child, took on Naomi Osaka and her jellyfish-inspired outfit in Melbourne and has now ridden her lucky loser spot all the way into her first WTA 1000 quarterfinal at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.
Lucky loser Antonia Ruzic reached the first WTA 1000 quarterfinal of her career in Dubai after top seed Elena Rybakina retired in the third set. The Croat had defeated Emma Raducanu and Anastasia Zakharova in three-set matches earlier in the week.
Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten are beginning to turn the tide in their Lexus ATP Head2Head rivalry with Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool, following a composed championship-match victory at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open on Friday.
Jannik Sinner insists he is not concerned by his start to the season after an upset loss to Jakub Mensik at the Qatar Open.
Ignacio Buse spoiled Joao Fonseca’s pursuit of home glory at the Rio Open presented by Claro on Thursday when he upset the Brazilian 5-7, 6-3, 6-4 in the second round.
Losses have been rare for Jannik Sinner in recent years. That is why when the Italian does fall short, it grabs plenty of people's attention. Jakub Mensik, last year's Miami champion, upset the No.
The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships in Dubai, UAE, which this year runs from 23-28 February, has announced a prize money total of $3,311,005 for the 2026 edition.
The Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC in Acapulco, Mexico, which this year runs from 23-28 February, has announced a prize money total of $2,469,450 for the 2026 edition.
There will be plenty of elite singles firepower in the doubles draw at next month’s BNP Paribas Open, with teams accepted into the draw including Daniil Medvedev and Learner Tien, Karen Khachanov and Andrey Rublev, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Sebastian Korda, and Alex de Minaur and John Peers.
Thursday's Play has resumed at the Rio Open presented by Claro after a second rain delay. Following about an hour-long wait, Joao Fonseca will play Ignacio Buse on Quadra Guga Kuerten. Matteo Berrettini vs.
Jakub Mensik has pedigree when it comes to causing upsets at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open. Yet the 20-year-old hit new heights at the ATP 500 on Thursday, when he stunned World No. 2 Jannik Sinner with a classy quarter-final performance.
Learner Tien was not ready for his Delray Beach Open to come to an end.
The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets have lost eight straight following a 94-68 defeat to the No. 14 Virginia Cavaliers on Wednesday night.
Charlie Baker reiterated Thursday that he supports an expanded NCAA tournament but would not commit on whether it would happen in 2027.
This weekend's super Saturday slate now includes a matchup between our Nos. 1 and 2 teams.
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson was limited to just the first three minutes of the second half against Oklahoma State with a cramping issue that coach Bill Self called concerning.
No. 4 Arizona got back in the win column after back-to-back losses by overcoming AJ Dybantsa's 35-point night to defeat BYU 75-68.
Darius Acuff Jr. scored the second-most points in a college basketball game this season and had the ball in his hands for the final shot as Arkansas fell to Alabama.
Josh Hubbard made a program-record 10 3-pointers and scored a career-high 46 points as Mississippi State blew an 18-point lead and then rallied to beat Auburn 91-85.
Josh Dix scored 21 points to lead Creighton to a 91-84 win over No. 5 UConn on Wednesday night, two weeks after his mother died from colon cancer.
The Iowa athletic department apologized for a security breach that allowed an individual to approach Nebraska coach Fred Hoiberg in the handshake line.
Memphis has dismissed Hasan Abdul Hakim for what coach Penny Hardaway described as "repeated violations of team rules." Zach Davis has been reinstated after both players were suspended indefinitely last week.
Carlos Alcaraz prevailed in a Doha tussle on Thursday at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open to preserve his perfect start to 2026. The No.
After spending just four days in Asia last September, far short of his planned three-week stay, Zachary Svajda returned home to California.
Alexander Zverev and Alex de Minaur have confirmed they will represent Team Europe and Team World, respectively, at the ninth edition of the Laver Cup, to be held at The O2 in London from 25-27 September 2026. Zverev and De Minaur join the No.
Brazilians Joao Fonseca and Marcelo Melo treated their home crowd to a convincing victory 6-4, 6-0 victory against second seeds Maximo Gonzalez and Andres Molteni on Wednesday at the Rio Open presented by Claro.
Argentine Thiago Agustin Tirante led countryman and top seed Francisco Cerundolo 6-2, 3-1 in the second round of the Rio Open presented by Claro on Wednesday evening when Cerundolo retired due to a back injury.
The ATP 500 action continues in the 2026 season at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, where Felix Auger-Aliassime, Alexander Bublik and former champions Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev headline the field.
ATP 500 action returns to Mexico as Alexander Zverev and Alex de Minaur lead the field at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC in Acapulco.
Flavio Cobolli, feeling like a superhero at the Delray Beach Open. The third-seeded Italian celebrated his first ATP Tour win since 4 January on Wednesday by showing off his new tattoo to the crowd at the hard-court ATP 250 in Florida.
Carlos Alcaraz roused a big finish to secure progress in straight sets on Wednesday at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha. The No.
Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic are on the entry list for the Miami Open presented by Itau, the second ATP Masters 1000 event of the 2026 season.
MLS fans can expect a wide range of content offerings from The Athletic in 2026.
Lionel Messi is back for another season of MLS soccer. Here's how you can watch the entire 2026 season.
The U.S. international forward has his wish, securing a move to MLS and closing the door on his time with Norwich City.
The 2026 MLS season will be remembered for …Messi v Son. The two best players in the league play for the two “glamour” teams on opposite coasts, and each have large and dedicated fanbases.
If you're a neutral fan seeking out an MLS game, which clubs will give you the biggest return on your time investment? We've got you covered.
The latest edition of Major League Soccer features some of soccer's biggest names seeking to make their mark.
Werder Bremen had provisionally been planning to spend a week between Minnesota and Detroit in May, playing two friendly matches.
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Former U.S. national team forward Jozy Altidore has joined NBA star Russell Westbrook as part of the OKC for Soccer ownership group, the organization said Thursday. The ownership group has purchased the rights to a USL Championship team that previously was the OKC Energy.
The 31st Major League Soccer season will begin this weekend, and there are more storylines than ever heading into another exciting campaign.
The storm of confetti had barely been cleared from Chase Stadium in early December when Inter Miami — still awash in MLS Cup revelry and ravenous for a second trophy — was back at work retooling inventory and identifying pieces to accompany the luminous Lionel Messi on another bubbly voyage.
World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul shot a 9-under 63 that moved her into second place at her home LPGA Thailand tournament.
Rory McIlroy overcame rain and wind to shoot a 5-under 66 and share the clubhouse lead with Jacob Bridgeman in the Genesis Invitational.
Nasa Hataoka shot a 7-under 65 and was tied for the lead with Chanettee Wannasaen after the opening round at the LPGA Thailand.
What should bettors be looking for in the tournament's return to Pacific Palisades?.
The PGA Tour heads back to the Riviera Country Club this week for the 100th playing of the Genesis Invitational. Here's how to catch the action.
“The best major” - they are the three words that have caused a stir in the world of golf.
Tiger Woods says he has no timetable for a return to golf, but the 15-time major champion hasn’t ruled out the 2026 Masters even as he ponders the over-50s Champions Tour.
Tiger Woods is not ruling out a return to professional golf as early as this year's Masters.
Ludvig ? berg and caddie Joe Skovron were the first to take advantage of a rules update that allows for a damaged club to be replaced on the spot.
Amid an outpouring of emotion following Anthony Kim’s extraordinary triumph in Adelaide on Sunday, the icon who helped the fallen star find a way back to the links described it as the greatest comeback golf has seen.
The game’s best player will learn on Saturday if he will be banned from playing in round one.
Max Jorgensen produces a moment of individual magic, dancing through two defenders in a phone booth of space to somehow stay in-field and dot down a stunning solo effort.
Panthers superstar Nathan Cleary is sin binned for a high tackle on Wests Tigers young gun Heamasi Makasini.
Tigers young gun Heamasi Makasini scores a freakish solo try in his side's trial against the Panthers.
Dolphins prop Francis Molo is sin binned for a high tackle on Warriors forward Jackson Ford.
Hurricanes five-eighth Brett Cameron is stretchered from the field with a knee injury.
Warriors forward Jackson Ford is sin binned for a nasty hip-drop tackle on Selwyn Cobbo.
Penrith could start the season without champion halfback Nathan Cleary after the rep star was sent to the sin bin for a high shot on Heamasi Makasini on a night the Tigers rookie announced himself with a terrifying solo try.
Follow all the action from Round 3 of the 2026 Witzer Pre-Season Challenge on NRL.com's live blog.
Jonah Pezet isn’t the only new face at Parramatta this year, with the club turning to Wallabies legend Matt Burke for help.
New South Wales Police charge four teenagers over the drive-by shooting of former NRL player Matt Utai and the alleged arson attacks targeting his family in Sydney.
The New Zealand Warriors' hopes of having no-nonsense forward Jackson Ford on deck for their season opener are in the hands of the NRL's match review committee after he was sin-binned in a 38-34 trial loss to the Dolphins.
Both the Warriors and Dolphins will be sweating on Saturday’s match review committee findings after two enforcers were sent to the bin during Friday’s fiery trial match in Sydney.
Revenue is up. Off-field “atrocities” are down. A bumper new TV deal is expected. But the looming addition of two new teams in two years is set to cause an ‘El Nino’ of extreme conditions in the NRL.
Hull KR coach Willie Peters used the catch cry “undisputed” and the boxing analogy of “uniting” titles to inspire his players to a shock WCC triumph against Brisbane.
Rugby league’s comeback kings announced their abdication after Brisbane’s latest Houdini act fell short in an epic World Club Challenge against Hull KR.
It was one of the most touching grand final scenes in recent memory – and now, the Broncos stars involved have revealed the “crazy” on-field details.
Shane Flanagan has criticised people calling for the Dragons to play young halfback Kade Reed in the season opener and pleaded for patience with the young playmaker‘s development.
After pulling off three straight comebacks to win the NRL premiership, the Brisbane Broncos fall just short of another miracle against Hull KR in the World Club Challenge.
Brisbane’s defeat to Hull KR posed more questions than answers in the aftermath of Payne Haas’s decision to switch to Souths. Disharmony, discord, disarray – or any other adjectives you can think of.
With just two days of testing left before the season opener, check out what you need to know ahead of the Buriram Test.
Normal service resumes as MotoGP returns to Buriram for the final two days of testing. Here’s how you can stay updated with everything!.
MotoGP has confirmed that the Australian Grand Prix will move to the Adelaide Street Circuit from 2027, marking a first of its kind event for the sport.
The world’s most magnetic sport returns with a bold new global campaign celebrating the mindset, machines and moments that make MotoGP unlike anything else on earth.
Reimagined and redefined: MotoGP Fantasy returns for another season of fun with some incredible prizes up for grabs in 2026!.
Updated riders, liveries, tracks and UI - plus new ways to win, share and stay connected around the official MotoGP mobile racing game.
‘Top Gun’ has enlisted the help of the three-time World Champion ahead of the 2026 campaign, as he looks to become one of the most feared riders on the grid once more.
The new name signals the organisation's global ambition, expanding MotoGP’s position as a world leading sports entertainment platform built on world innovation.
Heading into the new campaign, hopes are high at HRC as the factory targets victories with a more competitive 2026 package.
The Gresini rider is out of the season opener as he continues his recovery from injury.
The Adelaide 36ers kept things interesting even without Bryce Cotton but the Perth Wildcats ended up doing what they needed to close the NBL regular season with the 86-74 home win. It was the very last game of the regular season in front of a crowd of 13,574 at RAC Arena.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Finals matchups for the Play-In Tournament have now been confirmed. With the regular season complete, the Sydney Kings, Adelaide 36ers, South East Melbourne Phoenix, Perth Wildcats, Melbourne United and Tasmania JackJumpers will compete for the NBL26 Championship.
The Sydney Kings all but locked away the NBL's regular season championship and Kendric Davis did his MVP chances no harm with a 27-point first half outburst in their 117-77 win over the last placed Brisbane Bullets.
Perth Wildcats (4th) v Adelaide 36ers (2nd)Friday, February 20, 9.30pm AEDTRAC ArenaHow to watchWatch every game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scoresLive scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the new and improved NBL App.
Brisbane Bullets (10th) v Sydney Kings (1st)Friday, February 20, 7.30pm AEDTBrisbane Entertainment CentreHow to watchWatch every game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scoresLive scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the new and improved NBL App.
Australian duo Dyson Daniels and Jock Landale have helped Atlanta to a 117-107 win over Philadelphia in the teams' first game after the NBA All-Star break.
Thursday’s Throwdown win for Melbourne United was the statement victory they were looking for heading into Finals.
The South East Melbourne Phoenix will be the first to admit that Thursday’s Throwdown loss to crosstown rivals Melbourne hurt in more ways than one. Not only did United move to 22-10 all-time over Phoenix, but Melbourne’s Round 22 win also ended the top-two hopes of Josh King’s side.
Heading into their final game of the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 season, the Perth Wildcats have it all to play for. A win over Adelaide at RAC Arena on Friday night would cement their spot in the top four and set up a Seeding Qualifier showdown with South East Melbourne.
Once again, the Hungry Jack’s NBL will come down to the final game to determine the exciting post-season matchups. With Melbourne defeating South East Melbourne on Thursday, there is a lot riding on Friday night’s double-header.
Despite falling in the AFLW off-season, players are keen to be part of future representative footy showcases.
We take a look at which players have pulled on the jumper the most times for each club.
Sarah Black assesses what AFLW Origin teams would look like for Victoria and Western Australia.
The AFLW is moving to implement a salary cap to replace the current player payment structure, in a move that could see an increase in player movement.
Greater Western Sydney vice-captain Katherine Smith has retired.
Tasmania CEO Brendan Gale has indicated when he expects the Devils to enter the AFLW competition.
The AFLW's first pre-season draft is on the horizon, with players needing to meet one key criteria in order to be eligible.
The Power are searching for a new AFLW coach after Lauren Arnell made the decision to step down.
Some clubs back themselves to identify and develop young talent, while others hit trade periods hard. This is how each club has built its list.
From new stars to established ones who have found another gear, we choose the player from each club that turned heads this season.
The Los Angeles Lakers star revealed he went two months without his two favorite snacks.
The WNBA players' union submitted a counterproposal to the league Tuesday that included some concessions on revenue sharing and housing, sources told ESPN.
Liberty star Breanna Stewart will join Fenerbahce ahead of the EuroLeague Women Final Six, which runs April 15-19. The WNBA season is scheduled to begin May 8.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he is not prepared to set a deadline for a new agreement to ensure the WNBA season would start on the scheduled May 8 opening night.
After drawing a record turnout in Philadelphia, Unrivaled will play its semifinal games at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Director Tyree Dillihay breaks down the film -- plus a guide to every NBA and WNBA player in it.
Awa Fam, Olivia Miles, Lauren Betts and Flau'jae Johnson follow projected No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd.
Athletes Unlimited players underscore the importance of housing and retirement plans but swear they won't sweat a missed paycheck or two.
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Blake Griffin, A'mare Stoudemire and Doc Rivers are among the finalists for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 announced Wednesday.
Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will make their U.S. senior national team competitive debuts at the FIBA Women's World Cup qualifying tournament.
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.
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.
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.
The Australian football community is mourning the death of former Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar coach Rado Vidosic.
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.
Exclusive: Girl had to agree to remove shirt before being let into Allianz Stadium on Sunday night.
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.
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.
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 Australian Professional Leagues has taken control of Central Coast Mariners in an interim capacity after stripping chairman Mike Charlesworth of the club’s licence following the breakdown of his unofficial ownership deal with Damon Hanlin.
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.
Kate Moloney celebrates her 50-game milestone in style as the Australian Diamonds post a 32-goal victory over an understrength Jamaica in Perth.
The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
Australia's netballers expect to gain precious intelligence ahead of a showpiece tournament when they host Jamaica in a three-Test series.
Australia's netball hierarchy settles on a replacement for an injured defender ahead of the Diamonds' three-Test series against Jamaica.
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.
A rare brain illness left Milly Brock unable to walk or speak, but eight months later, she was back leading her regional netball club on grand final day.
Brodie Taylor has changed the game of netball by overturning disability preconceptions to become the first person in a wheelchair to attain national netball umpiring accreditation.
Super Netball could have two additional teams by 2027, with Netball Australia calling for expressions of interest to expand the competition.
From regional Queensland to state level, boys' netball is gaining momentum and reshaping the future of the sport.