Rangers' deGrom (neck) scratched vs. Phillies
The Rangers scratched pitcher Jacob deGrom from his scheduled start against the Phillies because of neck stiffness.
The Rangers scratched pitcher Jacob deGrom from his scheduled start against the Phillies because of neck stiffness.
Our expert betting writers make their final predictions before the action gets underway in Japan.
F1's expert betting writers have picked their four Bet Builder selections for the Japanese Grand Prix.
Senegal parade the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before Saturday's friendly match against Peru in Paris - despite being stripped of the title earlier this month.
After a successful business career, Catherine Harris would have been entitled to put her feet up. But a family connection to PNG convinced her to take on her greatest challenge yet.
Women's Super League champions-elect Manchester City thrashed second-placed Man United to go 11 points clear and show why they are the best around.
Manchester City's manager Andree Jeglertz says he "enjoyed" his side's performance in a dominating win at Manchester United that edges them closer to a first WSL title in a decade.
Super League leaders Wigan Warriors lose their 100% start with a shock 34-16 defeat against bottom side Huddersfield Giants.
Former Northern Ireland midfielder Chris Brunt questions the wisdom of Uefa for making Michael O'Neill's side play Wales in a "complete dead rubber" friendly on Tuesday.
Manchester City extended their lead at the top of the Women's Super League with a dominant 3-0 derby win over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
A message from one of tennis’ all-time greats capped a breakout run for Martin Landaluce at the Miami Open presented by Itau. Rafael Nadal praised the 20-year-old following his last-eight showing at Hard Rock Stadium.
Jannik Sinner stands just one win away from another glittering milestone at the Miami Open presented by Itau, where he meets the in-form Jiri Lehecka in Sunday’s final. The No.
Jannik Sinner and Jiri Lehecka will meet in the Miami Open presented by Itau final on Sunday afternoon at Hard Rock Stadium. The No. 2 player in the PIF ATP Rankings, Sinner is bidding to complete the ‘Sunshine Double’ of winning Indian Wells and Miami in the same year for the first time.
The ATP Tour will leave the hard courts of Indian Wells and Miami behind at the end of March, when tennis’ historic clay season begins for 2026. Between 30 March and 7 June, there will be 11 different tournaments on the surface.
ATP No. 1 Club member Jim Courier told a story on Tennis Channel while commentating on the Miami Open presented by Itau semi-final between Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev. The first time Courier met Simone Vagnozzi, one of Sinner's coaches, was four years ago in Miami, he said.
Jannik Sinner and Jiri Lehecka will face off Sunday in the final at the Miami Open presented by Itau, where a milestone moment is on the line for both players. The No.
Jannik Sinner is on the verge of ATP Masters 1000 glory in Miami. The No. 2 player in the PIF ATP Rankings, who just claimed his first Indian Wells trophy, is now one victory from the Miami Open presented by Itau crowd after defeating Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6(4) Friday evening.
Jiri Lehecka produced a watertight semi-final performance to break new ground Friday at the Miami Open presented by Itau. The 21st-seeded Czech eased to a 6-2, 6-2 triumph against Arthur Fils inside Hard Rock Stadium to march into his maiden ATP Masters 1000 final.
David Goffin has announced that 2026 will be his last season competing on the ATP Tour. The 35-year-old Belgian confirmed the decision Friday in a video post on Instagram. Goffin, a former No.
Frenchmen Gael Monfils and Moise Kouame have received wild cards for next month’s Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, the tournament announced on social media on Friday.
No. 2 Jannik Sinner roared into the Miami Open final with a 6-3, 7-6 (7-4) win over No. 4 Alexander Zverev on Friday night. He will be a heavy favorite to complete the "Sunshine Double" when he faces 21st-seeded Jiri Lehecka on Sunday.
Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the Monte Carlo Masters after skipping the Miami Open with a right shoulder injury.
As the Miami Open draw has been whittled down from 96 to 2, we've rounded up our five favorite shots from the WTA 1000 tournament. Which do you think was the best? Check them out and vote for your pick.
Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the 2026 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, the tournament announced on Instagram Stories on Friday. The former No.
The Mutua Madrid Open will offer players an unusual practice option this year, when a clay court will be installed inside the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium from 23–30 April.
Amanda Anisimova, World No. 6, and coach Hendrik Vleeshouwers have parted ways after a nearly two-year long partnership that propelled her into the Top 10.
Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff have split their 12 career meetings. Who has the upper hand in the Miami Open final? We make the case for both champions.
Ahead of Saturday’s championship match, here’s a complete breakdown of when Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff play, what’s at stake and how they navigated the draw.
The Clay-Court swing kicks off with the Credit One Charleston Open. Here's everything you need to know about the WTA 500 tournament, from important dates and notable players to defending champions and prize money.
Jannik Sinner is riding a number of streaks into the Miami Open presented by Itau semi-finals. The one that matters most is his 10-match winning run that dates back to Indian Wells.
England Test captain had been expected to play first round of County Championship for Durham.
India great Ravichandran Ashwin signed a contract to play for the San Francisco Unicorns in Major League Cricket, the team announced Saturday. Modeled on the hugely popular Indian Premier League, MLC is an annual Twenty20 tournament that launched three years ago in a bid to tap into the US market.
The KKR assistant coach also says that he is not a big fan of the Impact Player rule.
Phil Salt put in an electric shift in the field to restrict SRH from scoring more. His sharp catches sent Kishan and Klaasen packing.
Five-time champions have not won their IPL opener since 2012.
Yasir Khan scored 83 for Pindiz, and added 125 with Mohammad Rizwan, but it went in vain.
Mumbai Indians begin their IPL 2026 campaign at home against Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday.
Uncapped Abhinandan got a debut for RCB, while SRH gave Salil Arora a go.
Several New Zealand players are expected to miss the tour due to their commitments in the IPL and PSL.
This will be Ashwin's first T20 franchise stint outside IPL after he opted out of his BBL deal with Sydney Thunder because of a knee injury.
Larne beat Cliftonville 2-0 to move six points clear at the top of the Irish Premiership table as nearest challengers Glentoran draw 1-1 with rivals Linfield.
The league’s lowest scorers continue to punch above their weight in the fourth tier but found Notts County too strong. Walking up Wetherby Road, it is hard to believe there is a Football League ground lurking around the corner.
Elias Burke analyses the main talking points from the match, held in England, between two teams who are World Cup-bound.
The latest leg of Manchester City’s victory lap took them to Old Trafford and they did not simply show Manchester United why they are going to become the Women’s Super League champions. They tore them apart in the process.
Senegal, who won the Africa Cup of Nations title in a controversial final against Morocco in January only to be stripped of their victory this month, paraded the trophy before a friendly on Saturday against Peru at the Stade de France in Paris.
Sean Dyche has quashed rumours he is in talks with Tottenham but described the relegation-threatened Premier League team as a “brilliant club” amid speculation over Igor Tudor’s position.
Craig McLeish will continue as St Mirren interim manager until the end of the season, the Scottish Premiership club have confirmed.
The countdown to the 2026 World Cup is on! Each day ahead of the tournament’s return to North America, Yahoo Sports will highlight an insight or moment that showcases just how grand the world’s biggest sporting spectacle has become — even beyond the expanded field of this year’s global event.
The countdown to the 2026 World Cup is on! Each day ahead of the tournament’s return to North America, Yahoo Sports will highlight an insight or moment that showcases just how grand the world’s biggest sporting spectacle has become — even beyond the expanded field of this year’s global event.
Tottenham should not appoint former Marseille manager Roberto de Zerbi because of his support for Mason Greenwood, says a women's fans group.
Manchester City could find themselves without the services of their manager and captain next season with the futures of both Pep Guardiola and Bernardo Silva in question beyond this summer.
Arsenal's David Raya and Barcelona's Joan Garcia are among the contenders, but can they displace incumbent Unai Simon?.
His two goals and two assists in Switzerland were evidence of the decisive contributions that have only been seen infrequently at Anfield.
The Arsenal defender scored, conceded a penalty and was the subject of fans' unhappiness on his first national-team appearance since 2022.
The cultural resistance to Fabregas and the project of his club, Como, is intensifying with every win.
Both players are in contention to make the Australia squad and could play against the United States this summer.
The England coach gave fringe players a chance to impress at Wembley, but few took their opportunity to cement a place at the World Cup.
Analysis of the Netherlands' victory over Norway in Amsterdam as the two teams prepare for this summer's World Cup.
Analysis of the Netherlands' victory over Norway as teams prepare for this summer's World Cup.
Spurs are pursuing De Zerbi, who is out of work after leaving Marseille, as they consider alternatives to head coach Igor Tudor.
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from final practice and Qualifying at Suzuka ahead of the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix.
The second round of the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship gets underway on Saturday with drivers set to race at the Suzuka International Circuit.
Arvid Lindblad relied on his courage in order to progress to Q3 at the Japanese Grand Prix for Racing Bulls.
Isack Hadjar admits that while scoring points in the Japanese Grand Prix is the goal, the ultimate priority is "to understand how we can make that car faster" after another difficult Qualifying session for Red Bull.
Toto Wolff has conceded that George Russell with face a “disadvantage” entering the Japanese Grand Prix, with the team boss admitting that his driver will have to carry the issue he experienced in Qualifying forwards to race day.
It’s time for Round 2 of the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship, with the sim racers preparing to go head-to-head at the Japanese Grand Prix.
Kimi Antonelli took a commanding pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix as Mercedes locked out the front row once again.
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at Suzuka.
Kimi Antonelli sealed back-to-back pole positions in 2026, this time ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix after beating Mercedes team mate George Russell.
Red Bull's Max Verstappen and Formula 1's bosses have plenty to ponder after Japanese Grand Prix qualifying.
Several Formula 1 drivers finished qualifying at the Japanese Grand Prix lamenting the impact the sport's new power unit regulations have had on a flat-out lap at Suzuka.
Max Verstappen said he ejected a British journalist from his Suzuka media session because he felt a "massive lack of respect" about a question at the end of last season.
Charles Leclerc vented his frustration at Formula 1's new rules after a mistake in qualifying at the Japanese Grand Prix upset his power unit's energy deployment and cost him dear.
Max Verstappen's miserable start to 2026 continued as he was knocked out of Q2 in qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix by Red Bull junior driver Arvid Lindblad.
Lando Norris admits he is satisfied starting fifth for the Japanese Grand Prix after a difficult weekend so far has meant the reigning World Champion has spent more time "watching the TV than driving in the car".
Charles Leclerc is hopeful that, with a “good start”, he and Ferrari can put the Mercedes cars under pressure in the Japanese Grand Prix, with the Monegasque starting from P4 after “pushing to the max” during Qualifying.
Oscar Piastri broke into the top three in Qualifying for the first time this season in Japan.
George Russell has shared an insight into the issues behind his “really difficult” Qualifying at the Japanese Grand Prix, with the Briton admitting that a small adjustment appeared to have “transformed” his car “for the worse”.
Kimi Antonelli claimed his second consecutive pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix.
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day at Suzuka.
Leicester's early four-try burst lays the foundations for a fourth successive Prem victory as they overcome Gloucester at Villa Park.
Harlequins' hopes of finishing in the PWR top four are all but over as Emma Orr's try double edges Bristol Bears to a narrow win.
Munster suffer a 34-31 defeat by the Bulls in Saturday's United Rugby Championship game in Pretoria.
Force recruit Zac Lomax dishes on his rugby education in an interview with Stan Sport.
Chiefs captain Luke Jacobson comes 'off the back fence' to score against the Force.
Payton Spencer scores a spectacular first Blues try against the Drua at Eden Park.
Reds turnovers in attack and the midfield were punished by the freewheeling hosts in Saturday’s 38-point win.
Last year, Sid Harvey was playing against teenagers in colts rugby. Now he is fast becoming one of the first names on the Waratahs team sheet.
Hurricanes winger Fehi Fineanganofo picks off Fraser McReight for his hat-trick try.
Champions Leinster beat spirited Scarlets with a bonus point in Dublin to go third in the United Rugby Championship.
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The Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons visit the Minnesota Timberwolves in a meeting between two NBA championship contenders. Minnesota is favored with a -2.5 spread and a -140 moneyline. The Timberwolves are trying to improve their playoff seeding in the West.
Steve Kerr said Friday the Golden State Warriors are running out of games to facilitate Stephen Curry's return from a knee injury, marking the first time the organization has publicly acknowledged the window may be closing on the star guard's season.
The San Antonio Spurs can clinch no worse than the Western Conference’s No. 2 playoff seed with a victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in an afternoon matinee game on Amazon.San Antonio is heavily favored with a moneyline of -2500, while Milwaukee is at +1100.How to watch San Antonio Spurs vs.
LeBron James owns a lot of NBA records. On Friday night, he added a very personal one to his Hall of Fame résumé. During the second quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 116-99 win over the Brooklyn Nets, LeBron and his son, Bronny, hooked up for the first father-son assist in NBA history.
The Celtics entered the All-Star break 18th in defensive rebound rate. Since the break? They lead the NBA, and everyone is pitching in.
Sterling Brown earned his first EuroLeague MVP of the Round distinction in Round 34, delivering 31 points and a PIR of 32 as Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade defeated Valencia Basket 110-104 in double overtime at Belgrade Arena.
Luka Doncic reached the NBA's suspension threshold Friday, drawing his 16th technical foul of the season during the Los Angeles Lakers' 116-99 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Barring a successful appeal, Doncic will miss Monday's home game against the Washington Wizards.
Caleb Wilson, a projected high lottery selection who missed the final nine games of North Carolina's season with hand and thumb injuries, has declared for the 2026 NBA Draft.
ESPN's college basketball crew agrees on which teams will advance from Illinois vs. Iowa and Arizona vs. Purdue.
Ben McCollum and Bennett Stirtz have won NCAA tournament games four straight years. This is their deepest run yet.
Yaxel Lendeborg turned in one of the tournament's most complete individual performances Friday, powering top-seeded Michigan past fourth-seeded Alabama 90-77 in the Sweet 16. The 6-foot-9 forward recorded 23 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists at the United Center in Chicago.
The sixth-seeded Tennessee Volunteers dismantled Iowa State 76-62 at the United Center in Chicago, setting up a Midwest Region final Sunday against top-seeded Michigan. Eleven of Tennessee's players are newcomers this season.
Tarris Reed Jr. overcame a known weakness Friday night, converting all four of his late free throws to help second-seeded UConn defeat third-seeded Michigan State 67-63 in the Sweet 16 at Capital One Arena in Washington.
Twenty days after fracturing his right foot and 19 days after surgery, Duke guard Caleb Foster came off the bench to score 11 second-half points, lifting the No. 1 overall seed Blue Devils past St. John's 80-75 Friday at Capital One Arena.
Duke has the most former alumni in the NBA out of the Elite 8 schools with 27 players.
Duke has the most former alumni in the NBA out of the Elite 8 schools with 27 players.
Social-evaluative threat has always been part of sports. What's changed is the dosage.
Tennessee used a dominant effort on the glass and a strong second half to put away second-seeded Iowa State 76-62 and earn its third straight trip to the Elite Eight.
The Dodgers' big offseason signings, Kyle Tucker and Edwin Díaz, ultimately sealed L.A.'s victory Friday night.
After a day off, the New York Mets will be back on the field to face the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second game of their series. The Mets are favored with a moneyline of -175 and a spread of -1.5. Starting pitchers are Mitch Keller for the Pirates and David Peterson for the Mets.
The Los Angeles Dodgers (2-0) are looking to take their third straight game against the Arizona Diamondbacks (0-2). The Dodgers are favored with a -220 moneyline and a -1.5 spread. Tyler Glasnow will start for the Dodgers against the Diamondbacks’ Eduardo Rodriguez.
The New York Yankees (2-0) face the San Francisco Giants (0-2) are taking the first two games of the series. Aaron Judge hit his first home run of the season in New York’s victory on Friday. Will Warren, who had a 4.44 ERA last season, will be the starting pitcher for the Yankees.
Bill White wanted to be a doctor when he grew up. The game of baseball was better for his career.
In Canada, mercurial weather in March and April is known as false spring, but Blue Jays’ opening day delivered spiritual spring on a winter cold night. We’ll take it.
Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz said it was "pretty fun" hearing his entrance music at Dodger Stadium for the first time before he locked down his first save with his new team in a 5-4 win over the Diamondbacks.
There are some stats that make you realize the Los Angeles Angels aren’t like other MLB franchises. This is one of them.
The Dodgers slipped glittering World Series championship rings on their fingers on Friday night to celebrate their second straight title.
Walt Weiss started his tenure as Braves manager with a 6-0 win over the Royals during the team's season-opener on Friday night.
Judge used an ABS challenge to turn a strike call into a ball Friday. A few pitches later, he hit a home run.
The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their 2025 World Series title with an ungodly amount of diamonds on Friday. The back-to-back champions distributed their World Series rings to players in a pregame ceremony ahead of their second matchup with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their 2025 World Series title with an ungodly amount of diamonds on Friday. The back-to-back champions distributed their World Series rings to players in a pregame ceremony ahead of their second matchup with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The Dodgers have made no secret about their desire to keep Clayton Kershaw involved, in some capacity, and are officially bringing him on as a special assistant.
The Mariners placed right-handed pitcher Carlos Vargas on the 15-day injured list Friday with a right lat strain and recalled right-handed pitcher Cole Wilcox from Triple-A Tacoma.
Clayton Kershaw’s career with the Los Angeles Dodgers will officially last beyond his retirement. The future Hall of Famer is joining the organization as a special assistant, according to MLB.com's Sonja Chen.
Cam Schlittler follows Max Fried with a gem of his own, as Yankees hold Giants to four hits across two games.
Nico Hoerner's six-year extension with the Cubs is complete and will be worth $141 million, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Friday.
Astros All-Star shortstop Jeremy Peña made his season debut Friday against the Angels after missing Houston's Opening Day loss due to an injury.
The Marlins scratched first baseman Christopher Morel from Friday's game against the Rockies because of a left oblique strain.
North’s first win over the Bombers since 2016 was marred by an ugly incident involving their inspirational giant, who is now staring down the barrel of a serious misconduct charge.
North Melbourne has given Essendon more headaches in a big win at Marvel Stadium.
North Melbourne ruckman Tristan Xerri is under fire for a “moment of madness” where he appeared to attempt to wipe blood on Essendon skipper Andy McGrath’s face.
Sean Darcy showed signs of getting back to his best against Richmond, according to Dockers coach Justin Longmuir.
North ruckman Tristan Xerri wipes blood on Andrew McGrath after kicking a goal.
Tristan Xerri could face MRO scrutiny after appearing to wipe blood on Andrew McGrath.
North Melbourne have survived a late Bombers fightback to claim a 12-point win on Saturday night, but that victory has been soured by Tristan Xerri’s “moment of madness”.
Check out all the best players from this weekend's VFL action.
Lance Collard was previously suspended for six matches for using homophobic language in July 2024.
Fremantle dominates the second half in a comfortable win over Richmond at Optus Stadium.
Saints forward Lance Collard is under AFL investigation for an alleged second homophobic slur in two years.
Chris Fagan says Brisbane's decision to drop its hard tag on Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera after half-time benefited his team.
Lance Collard is under investigation for an alleged incident in the VFL on Friday night.
Josh Treacy continued his dominance as the “number one forward in the AFL” and Fremantle flexed its muscles in a dominant 60-point win over Richmond to surge into the top four.
St Kilda player Lance Collard is in huge MRO trouble for a swinging arm to the face of a player in the VFL.
Carlton president Rob Priestley and chief executive Graham Wright sat down with this masthead to explain where the Blues are headed – on field and off.
The Match Review Officer's findings are in from Friday night's round three game.
Brisbane runs away in the final quarter to record a comfortable victory over St Kilda.
Brisbane defender Darcy Gardiner has suffered a serious shoulder injury in this collision.
St Kilda star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera gave away a free kick after this whack to Jarrod Berry.
With the postseason three weeks away, here's what to watch in each contest.
The Blues are 10-2-2 since the Olympic break but are still a long-shot to make the playoffs. Can they pull it off?.
With less than three weeks of the regular season remaining, we revisit our bold predictions. Which ones get a pass, fail or incomplete?.
Another busy one with 13 games last night, so let’s get you up to date on what’s happening around the league.
There's a lot to worry about over the season’s final 10 games. Here’s one thing each team will have to focus on in the last few weeks.
Detroit is running out of time to climb back into a playoff spot. Plus, full postseason bracket projections.
As the postseason approaches, who has the most points in each team's history?.
What a player did in the past doesn’t matter; it’s all about how they’re performing right now. Here are this year's biggest disappointments.
The playoff picture is still very much in flux, but that doesn't mean we can't start getting hyped for some stellar first-round series.
Evan Rodrigues' season is probably done after the Panthers forward broke a finger on his right hand in Thursday night's 3-2 loss to the Wild.
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby left Thursday night's game against the Senators in the second period with a lower-body injury, barely a week after he returned from a lower-body injury suffered at the Olympics with Team Canada.
Alex Ovechkin had his 34th career hat trick in the Capitals' 7-4 win over the Mammoth on Thursday.
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
A handful of teams continue to jostle for playoff spots in the Eastern and Western Conferences, including teams just on the outside.
The Penguins captain headed directly to the dressing room after a shift late in the first period.
Celebrini, Schaefer and Bedard are fantasy stars, but who are the other players to keep for the next five years?.
Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot will miss up to two months with a broken arm, coach Travis Green announced on Thursday.
Fueled by the memory of his father, the Wolverines star looks to return to Las Vegas for the Frozen Four.
All eight clubs are in action Thursday, with postseason spots still up for grabs.
When the new era of Caps hockey begins, the young defenseman will be at the forefront.
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo sounded as if he wasn't even considering the possibility of retirement after Friday's Sweet 16 loss, saying, "Why? What the hell am I going to do?".
The regional finals look a little chalky -- with 9-seed Iowa in the mix. Let's rank the teams once more.
A loss to Michigan in the Sweet 16 ended an Alabama season that contained "some complicated things," forward Aiden Sherrell said.
Champaign officials announced an emergency order limiting alcohol sales on the Illinois campus Saturday night in anticipation of potential property damage and excessive celebrations if the Fighting Illini beat Iowa to advance to the Final Four.
Tarris Reed Jr. scored 20 points, Alex Karaban added 17, and both made pressure-packed free throws in the final minute that helped second-seeded UConn hold off third-seeded Michigan State 67-63 in the Sweet 16.
Yaxel Lendeborg did a bit of everything in a brilliant performance Friday night, putting up 23 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists to lead Michigan past Alabama 90-77 and into the Elite Eight.
Caleb Foster returned from a broken foot and rescued Duke's national title hopes, helping the top-seeded Blue Devils rally from a 10-point second-half deficit to beat St. John's 80-75 on Friday night and advance.
With the possibility of multiple high-profile jobs being open this offseason, Iowa head coach Ben McCollum said Friday that he will return to the Hawkeyes in 2026-27.
Aden Holloway will not be with his team Friday when Alabama faces Michigan in the Sweet 16 in Chicago, even after an Alabama judge granted his request to travel Friday, per a statement from the school.
A federal judge has denied the NCAA's motion for a temporary restraining order to stop DraftKings from using registered trademarks associated with its men's and women's basketball tournaments.
The Columbus Clingstones, Double-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves in the Southern League, are the second affiliated Minor League Baseball team to unveil an alternate identity based on soft drinks this offseason.
Tiger Woods was arrested Friday afternoon by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office in South Florida for driving while impaired, which resulted in a rollover car crash. Woods, who was not seriously injured, has been charged with DUI, property damage, and refusal to submit to a lawful test.
Jack Nicklaus has completed the re-acquisition of his name, image, and likeness held by the Nicklaus Companies, five months after winning a $50 million defamation lawsuit against the former owner of his namesake enterprise.
The Kansas City Royals quietly lightened their blue for 2026, swapping out the shade they’d used since 2002 for one closer to (but not quite) their original 1969 colour — a small change that effectively makes it a logo update.
As Washington D.C.’s iconic cherry blossoms reached peak bloom, the Washington Wizards announced this week they will revive their 2022-23 City Edition uniforms for next season.
The Browns are digging deeper into their own pockets to finance the team’s $2.6 billion domed stadium in suburban Brook Park, Ohio.
The Milwaukee Milkmen, an independent team in the American Association of Professional Baseball, will play one game as the Franklin Benjamins in 2026. The brand is the result of a contest in which fans submitted ideas for temporary identities to the team.
The new uniforms will reportedly be heavily influenced by the Super Bowl-era alternate design the Commanders wore for three games in 2025.
The Dallas Wings are taking control of their $81 million practice facility. The Dallas City Council voted 13–2 in favor of an amended deal that will cap funding for the Wings’ practice facility at $57 million while also handing the reins of the facility’s construction to the WNBA franchise.
It took until the last weekend of the regular season, but the Saint John Sea Dogs finally have their new duds. Since unveiling a new logo and uniform mockups in July 2025, the New Brunswick-based Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League team has been beset by delays in receiving their new.
There's an emphasis on improving special teams under John Harbaugh, but the runway to winning is to be determined.
A significant legal hurdle for Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to play in 2026 was cleared Friday.
The Florida attorney general demanded that the NFL stop enforcing the Rooney Rule for its three Florida-based franchises.
Robbins spent his entire NFL career with Oakland from 1995 to 2003, winning All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors in 2002.
Florida's attorney general has sent a letter to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to express concern that the Rooney Rule is "blatant race and sex discrimination" and that hiring decisions should be based on merit only.
Former Raiders center Barret Robbins has died at age 52.
Robert Griffin III hasn’t played in the NFL since the 2020 season. But the former Heisman Trophy winner and one-time Pro Bowler is making a return to the field — a much smaller one that will be on a big stage in close to two years.
Barret Robbins, the ex-Las Vegas Raiders center who went missing ahead of Super Bowl XXXVII, died Thursday. He was 52. The team confirmed Robbins’ death in a social-media post Friday. It did not provide details regarding Robbins’ death.
The Bills have re-signed safety Damar Hamlin to a one-year contract after his 2025 season was cut short by injury.
The proposal is expected to be discussed at the league meetings in Phoenix next week.
Hamlin is back for a sixth season with the Bills, more than three years after suffering a cardiac arrest during a game.
Yahoo Sports’ “Football 301” podcast had a deep discussion on defensive prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft.
Arnold has not been charged, and did not send or receive any of the text messages discovered by investigators.
The UFL comes out swinging in Columbus, Louisville and Birmingham with familiar college stars as coaches.
With the height of free agency over and ahead of April's draft, let's see where Joe Brady & Co. can still add.
Is Jeremiyah Love really a possibility for the Titans at No. 4? Our draft experts weigh in with new intel.
From Dillon Thieneman on Day 1 to Jaffer Murphy late on Day 3, Mike Tannenbaum picks the draft prospects he'd want to target across all seven rounds.
Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. faces three felony charges and could face trial in May, putting his future with the team in doubt.
Jauan Jennings to the Bills? Joey Bosa to the 49ers? Tyreek Hill back to the Chiefs? Our best fits for top free agents still available.
The league will discuss and vote on potential rules changes, while all 32 head coaches will address the media on Monday and Tuesday.
North Queensland Cowboys take on the Melbourne Storm in Round 4 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville.
The Storm gave up a strong lead for the second week in-a-row, with a “frustrated” Craig Bellamy admitting an emerging “pattern” was “worrying”.
Jason Ryles has made no secret of his disappointment in ‘individual lapses’ in the Eels defence following the side’s 48-20 drubbing against the Panthers on Saturday night.
A new NRL rule has been roasted after Cowboys flyer Braidon Burns was pinged for tackling Storm counterpart Siulagi Tuimalatu-Brown in the air in trying to stop a try.
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary says the definition of a hip-drop tackle has changed considerably over the past few years and is adamant Mitch Kenny should not have been sent to the sin bin for a play that forced Eels fullback Isaiah Iongi off with a suspected syndesmosis injury.
Greg Alexander is left fuming after the ruling made by the Bunker following a Braidon Burns tackle.
Panthers skipper Nathan Cleary showed why he remains the dominant force in the game after finishing with a comprehensive victory over his likely NSW halves partner.
Three late tries in seven minutes has secured North Queensland a shock 28-24 win over the Melbourne Storm.
Penrith Panthers host the Parramatta Eels in Round 4 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at CommBank Stadium, Sydney.
Jake Clifford snatches the first points for the Cowboys off the back of a series of errors by the Melbourne Storm.
Shane Flanagan has added a veteran flyer to his squad, with Titans gun Phillip Sami signing on join the Dragons from the 2027 season onwards.
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo has opened up on his second half spine switch, which saw Stephen Crichton shift into a ball-playing role in a bid to spark his side’s attack.
Casey McLean adds salt to the wounds of the Eels as he crosses for the fifth try of the afternoon.
A faultless first 40 minutes from the Panthers reaffirmed their title favouritism, but two moments of ill-discipline in the second half could slow down their premiership push as they head towards next Friday’s heavyweight bout with the Storm.
Parramatta have won two games on the bounce but face the only undefeated team in the NRL. Can they produce another upset?.
Moses Leota's fancy footwork paves the way for Isaah Yeo to snatch the first points for the Penrith Panthers against the Parramatta Eels.
With $2.7 million of their salary cap sitting on the sideline, Newcastle inflicted a first defeat of the season on a clunky Canterbury side.
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs take on the Newcastle Knights in Round 4 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Accor Stadium, Sydney.
Dom Young pinches the ball away from the Bulldogs to run the length of the field and score a try.
There has been plenty of churn and burn during Scott Penn’s stewardship of Manly. Will club legend Kieran Foran also become collateral damage?.
Australians dominated the second round of the Houston Open, but America’s Gary Woodland holds the lead after another impressive outing at Memorial Park Golf Course.
Nelly Korda posted a 7-under 65 for the lowest 36-hole score of her LPGA Tour career, building a two-shot lead at the Ford Championship.
Gary Woodland shot a 7-under 63 in the Houston Open on Friday to build a three-shot lead going into the weekend at Memorial Park.
Tiger Woods was arrested on suspicion of DUI following a car crash in which he struck another vehicle and rolled his Land Rover, authorities said.
Tiger Woods was involved in a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, on Friday, according to the Martin County Sheriff's Office. No details about the cause of the crash or Woods' condition were immediately released.
Golfing legend Tiger Woods has been arrested and charged with driving under the influence, the Martin County Sheriff’s Office confirmed on Saturday morning AEDT.
Paul Waring opened with a 7-under 63 for a one-shot lead over Gary Woodland at the Houston Open.
He is back swinging a golf club, but Tiger Woods’ place in next month’s Masters field remains a mystery.
Lydia Ko opened with four straight birdies and never stopping rolling Thursday until she closed out the best round of her LPGA Tour career with two more birdies for a 12-under 60 on a day of extreme low scoring in the Ford Championship.
Playing on a medical exemption in front of a gallery of less than ten people, little known 41-year-old Englishman Paul Waring stole the show in the first round of the Texas Children’s Houston Open.
The first SP+ rankings, plus strength of schedule and résumé SP+, for the 2026 season.
Oregon State athletic director Scott Barnes, who has overseen the school's new paradigm in the wake of the collapse and rebuild of the Pac-12, is retiring, the school announced.
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti ripped transfer wide receiver Nick Marsh for wearing gold cleats on the first day of spring practice for the defending national champs.
Ty Simpson felt like he made a final impression at Alabama's pro day in front of NFL scouts. He believes he's 'absolutely' a lock to be a first-round pick.
Curt Cignetti reset how we view coaching turnarounds while Oklahoma State, with a new coach, has nowhere to go but up.
From bounce-back hopefuls to hot-seat candidates, these people need to get it right this season.
Tate could be the WR1 of the 2026 draft. But how does he compare to Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka?.
Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. received a new three-year, $4.35 million deal that makes him the highest-paid assistant in team history.
Lane Kiffin cautioned that LSU's turnaround into the program he envisions won't "happen overnight" and that "a ton of work" remains.
The Baseball Hall of Famer and trailblazer was a football star at UCLA in the 1930s and '40s, and will join Dwight Freeney and Timmy Chang in the new release.
The Connecticut Sun franchise is being sold to the Fertitta family for a record $300 million to bring the WNBA back to Houston, sources confirmed to ESPN.
After a coin toss Friday, the Tempo chose to pick sixth in the first round of the upcoming WNBA draft on April 13, giving the Fire the first pick in the expansion draft.
The CBA permanently and positively changes the WNBA's landscape. These are the wins, biggest strides and areas of compromise.
The Indiana Fever star was behind the lens as a credentialed photographer at Wednesday night's Lakers-Pacers matchup.
The WNBA will hold an expansion draft for its new franchises in Portland and Toronto on April 3, the league announced Wednesday.
The Dream will play five regular-season games at State Farm Arena, home to the NBA's Hawks, during the 2026 WNBA season.
A'ja Wilson will likely get the $1.4 million supermax, while Caitlin Clark's rookie contract will pay over $500,000.
Under the new WNBA collective bargaining agreement, the league is changing its latest possible end date to Nov. 21, which is nearly a month later than the previous deal, according to a document produced by the union and acquired by ESPN.
The WNBA board of governors ratified a new 7-year collective bargaining agreement on Tuesday ahead of the May 8 start of the 2026 season.
WNBA players have voted to ratify the new CBA, with the union saying more than 90% of players participated in the vote with the results a unanimous yes.
Sydney Kings v Adelaide 36ersSunday, March 29, 2.30pm AEDTQudos Bank ArenaHow to watchWatch every Championship Series game live on ESPN and 10. >> 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.
AAP. Sydney coach Brian Goorjian insists he's not concerned by Kendric Davis's post-match tirade at Adelaide superstar Bryce Cotton following the 36ers' NBL championship-levelling 91-89 win over the Kings.
While Bryce Cotton will understandably dominate the headlines following his dominant fourth quarter and incredible game-winner, the 36ers may have uncovered their Championship Series wildcard in another experienced star.
It was one of the most epic finishes in NBL history and one you have to see to believe. See the last two minutes below, as Adelaide recorded a famous victory over Sydney and Bryce Cotton did what Bryce Cotton does best. >> Championship Series tickets, schedule & more.
Cometh the moment, cometh Bryce Cotton. The six-time MVP rose to the occasion on Friday night to help his Adelaide 36ers level the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Championship Series 1-1 against Sydney.
Bryce Cotton delivered the moment that mattered, but he was just as quick to shine the light on those around him.
One of the main storylines all season and of the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Championship Series has been the rivalry between Bryce Cotton and Kendric Davis. Through the first two games of the Series, the rivalry has not only delivered, but it’s gone up a notch.
NBL Champion Mark Worthington has rated all the key players from Friday night's Game 2, with the Adelaide 36ers and Bryce Cotton winning in a thriller over Sydney.
After their emphatic Game 1 win over Adelaide, the Sydney Kings knew they’d face a much-improved 36ers on Friday night. And that they did.
As if the battle between the NBL’s two best players hadn’t already reached boiling point during the regular season and race for the MVP, Game 2 took it to another level entirely.
The #12 will undergo a minor procedure to remove a displaced screw fitted after his 2025 German GP crash.
The #37 was back to the top straight out of the crate on Friday whilst the reigning Champion suffered a far from smooth session.
The #93 ends the day fastest at a signature track despite his FP1 tumble – with the Aprilia charge led by Ogura in Texas, just 0.053 off the top.
All the headlines, gossip and intrigue from Thursday in the USA as we get ready to go green.
Sit back and enjoy as we look at some of the best moments, battles and races from the Circuit of the Americas.
After four wins on the bounce for Bezzecchi we arrive into true Marquez territory. So can the #72 defeat the king of COTA?.
Don’t miss a beat this weekend as we roll into Texas and head stateside for Round 3 of the MotoGP season!.
The FIM has released a statement on behalf of MotoGP Race Direction - read it in full.
An Aprilia one-two, contract talk and Brazilian legends, catch up on the hottest talking points following our return to Goiania.
Aprilia make history and take a 1-2 in Brazil as the #49 gets some Sunday revenge on the reigning Champion.
Sarah Black looks at the leading prospects to be selected early at this year's draft.
Ashburton's junior girls program has attracted five AFLW stars to help guide the next generation of players.
Bess Keaney will remain on the inactive list for the Bombers.
It was a long but rewarding road to becoming Geelong's general manager of women's football for Dom Condo.
Tess Craven thought she'd have a few quiet games of cricket over summer but a social media post blew the secret.
After several pre-seasons scuppered by injury, Mua Laloifi is raring to go for 2026.
Four rule alterations have been confirmed for the 2026 AFLW season.
Danielle Smith has been appointed as Brisbane's new head of women's footy, replacing the departing Bree Brock.
The League has plenty to consider ahead of next season as clubs submit fixture requests.
The AFLW pre-season draft will be held virtually on May 4.
An already-thin position for the U.S. just got even thinner heading into two showdowns vs. top European opponents.
Miami's first game at the Nu Stadium will also be the official unveiling of the "Leo Messi Stand".
The USA has a dismal World Cup record against European opponents - and the chance to change it.
Two years ago, Atlanta learned its lesson. Now, the World Cup – and USMNT friendlies – host has a new and improved playing surface.
The midfielder confirmed his intention to leave the club on January 22, but has seen a recent upturn in form under Michael Carrick.
The Egyptian's departure has been a long time coming and Liverpool are already starting to plan for a future without him.
Neither top contender has seized the No. 1 shirt for the 2026 World Cup cohost, leaving a battle that's gone down to the last camp.
The 18-year-old Right to Dream graduate from Ivory Coast scored on debut for San Diego.
Fittingly, the former Liverpool, Inter and Bayern star's mantra was: "If you never try, you're never going to score".
“So, is it a non-negotiable? Do we absolutely need it? In my opinion, no. Will it help take our club to the next level? Yes.”.
Aryna Sabalenka earned a straight-sets win over Elena Rybakina in Thursday’s semifinal, a rare result in a matchup that has typically gone the distance. She will face Coco Gauff in the final with a chance to complete the Sunshine Double.
Coco Gauff broke Karolina Muchova six times to reach her first-ever Miami Open final and has defeated the Czech in all six meetings. She will face World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the championship.
Jasmine Paolini and Sara Errani have formed an incredible bond over the years, both as teammates and as player-coach. But their origin story actually traces back to 2009, when a 13-year-old Paolini was a Fed Cup ball kid.
Three-time champion Aryna Sabalenka leads the Mutua Madrid Open field, and she'll be joined by Elena Rybakina, Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and the rest of the Top 20 in the PIF WTA Rankings.
Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina write the latest chapter in their rivalry while Karolina Muchova vies to get her first win over crowd favorite Coco Gauff in the semifinals of the Miami Open.
Aryna Sabalenka showed why she is the World No. 1, doing what she needed to do to Wednesday night to overcome an upset-minded Hailey Baptiste and advance to her second straight Miami semifinal. Now, Elena Rybakina awaits.
Elena Rybakina notched her fifth straight win in the past seven months over Jessica Pegula to reach her third career Miami Open semifinal.
Coco Gauff raced out to an early lead with a tidy first set against Belinda Bencic on Tuesday night but had to get her hands dirty to comeback from a third-set deficit that sent her to the Miami semifinals for the first time.
Karolina Muchova saved set point at 5-4 in the second, converted her only break of the match and closed out another tight win over Victoria Mboko.
Ten WTA tour-level events will take place in the Clay-Court swing across the Americas, Europe and Africa, culminating in the season's next Grand Slam at Roland Garros.
Emily Mannix talks about her extended absence from the Super Netball league, and why she's now ready to return for the Melbourne Vixens after a "freak accident" meant her daughter Mabel needed emergency care at birth.
The world's best goal keeper has sparked an important conversation about postpartum depression in her return to the Super Netball league.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.