Wheelchair football star Adele Van den Hoek and Inclusion football counterpart Lachlan Johannesen share their sporting journeys at the Toyota AFL Open.
The aim of reaching the Championship looks more realistic for a Manchester club in the shadow of City and United. After seven seasons in League Two, Salford City are finally threatening to match the hype brought by their high-profile owners.
There have been false dawns before but, under the Portuguese, Milan feel like they're on a better track towards mounting a title challenge.
The Rugby League World Cup semi-finals are almost here, with Australia booking its spot in the final four in both the men’s and women’s tournament.
A clash that has been sold out for weeks, fierce pacific rivals Tonga and Samoa will do battle on Sunday night in the most anticipated game of the World Cup.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is currently third-choice right-back at Real Madrid - where does his future lie?.
Liverpool fans are finding joy at Anfield again with a feel-good factor around the club before the visit of reigning champions Arsenal on Sunday.
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from final practice and Qualifying at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez ahead of the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur has praised Lewis Hamilton for his Qualifying performance in Mexico City.
Charles Leclerc will start the Mexico Grand Prix in P3 while Lewis Hamilton claimed a first pole since 2023.
Lando Norris was left sixth on the grid for the Mexico City Grand Prix after being unable to repeat the lap that had taken him to the top of Q2.
Max Verstappen believes "we were fighting for pole" ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix, with the Red Bull driver ultimately set to start P5 for Sunday's race.
Liam Lawson's eventful weekend at the Mexico City Grand Prix has continued with his disqualification from Saturday's Qualifying hour.
On what could potentially be a historic weekend for Kimi Antonelli, the Mercedes driver will line up in P4 for the Mexico City Grand Prix.
George Russell will start on the front row in Mexico after a close Qualifying battle with polesitter Lewis Hamilton.
Lewis Hamilton claimed his first pole position since 2023 during Qualifying at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Ryo Hirakawa has reflected on his late call-up to race for Haas at the Mexico City Grand Prix, the Japanese driver describing the chance to make his Formula 1 debut as a "dream come true".
Oscar Piastri admits he is "not sure what happened" as the McLaren driver was eliminated in Q2 ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix.
As Kimi Antonelli bids to become F1's youngest world champion, veteran Lewis Hamilton rolled back the years to take his first Ferrari pole.
Esteban Ocon denies reports that his being dropped by Haas at the Mexico City Grand Prix was a consequence of a row with team principal Ayao Komatsu descending into a physical confrontation.
Even as Formula One’s young gun Kimi Antonelli remains on course to claim his first world championship on Sunday it was the veteran, seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton who gave a salutary reminder that there is very much fight left in the old dog yet as he claimed a spectacular pole position for the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton takes his first pole position for Ferrari and his first for more than three years at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Live coverage of the Formula 1 Qualifying session for the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton has ended a three-year pole position drought in Qualifying at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Lando Norris finished fastest in Free Practice 3 ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix, the McLaren driver just beating Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc to the top spot.
Live coverage of the third Formula 1 practice session for the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Haas have announced Ryo Hirakawa will replace Esteban Ocon for the remainder of the Grand Prix weekend in Mexico City.
Ryo Hirakawa will race for Haas at the Mexico City Grand Prix, replacing Esteban Ocon.
Our expert betting writers share their top picks for Qualifying at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in Mexico City.
Wales women concede 21 tries in Sydney as defending Rugby League World Cup champions Australia rewrite the international record books.
Jaime Chapman crossed for six tries as the Jillaroos marched their way to the World Cup semi-finals after a record 124-6 victory over Wales on Sunday.
The Jillaroos produced the biggest win in an international fixture, but Welsh players will be cheering on the plane back home after they became the first team to breach the Australian line all tournament.
Jaime Chapman goes over for a hat-trick after a cut-out pass from Jesse Southwell.
Latrell Mitchell may still emerge as a World Cup game-breaker for the Kangaroos despite being overlooked for the starting side.
Josh Addo-Carr’s Parramatta tenure could be over as soon as Monday after being ordered to appear before Eels directors over his latest drugs drama.
Jillaroos star Jamie Chapman scored six of Australia's 21 tries in a record-breaking 124-6 victory over Wales. Follow live.
The Wide World of Sports panel discuss the Roosters and Sam Walker's bombshell contract negotiations.
As of today, NRL clubs are free to negotiate with players from rival clubs about deals starting in 2028.
Australian Jillaroos star Jesse Southwell has already achieved more than most players could dream of at 21, but the star insists she isn’t feeling the pressure to keep delivering.
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.
The move was driven by co-owner Nassef Sawiris, who was behind Friday's statement, as he rails against the concept of the ‘Big Six'.
As they meet at Anfield, how are these two teams supposed to feel about the Premier League's City judgment?.
It is tempting to argue City's newfound vulnerability comes from their off-pitch problems, but the reality is far more straightforward.
COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (AP) — Jonathan Bamba scored two goals, Robert Lewandowski and Puso Dithejane each added a goal, and the Chicago Fire beat the Colorado Rapids 4-2 on Saturday night.
Manchester United's current tally of nine points from seven games would not even get them 30 points if it was continued for the full season.
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — João Klauss and Hirving Lozano each scored in the first half, Robert Taylor and Sergi Roberto added second-half goals, and the LA Galaxy beat Austin 4-1 on Saturday to keep alive their playoff hopes.
The pulse is weak and the breathing shallow, but the Galaxy’s playoff hopes are still alive. And getting better.
Spurs winning three in a row may just signal their fans can genuinely get excited about this season.
India have left out Axar Patel and Mayank Yadav for the dead rubber; New Zealand have replaced Matt Fisher with Blair Tickner.
With both sides to face over the next 12 months, what can England take from South Africa and Australia's enthralling Test series?.
Matthew Boyle and Dean Foxcroft have so far added 205 runs for the fourth wicket, having come together with New Zealand at 13 for 3 in the eighth over.
"We actually spent a lot of time facing each other in the nets, so that's quite cool," Duffy said of the IPL days.
As South Africa’s chief spinning protagonist Simon Harmer was assessing what was been a superb series clinched by the Proteas in brilliant fashion, he declared it was one cricket fans might remember for a long time to come.
Cameron Green’s dismissal to Simon Harmer in the second innings of the final Test against South Africa has left an Australian cricket great stunned, after a bizarre tactic to protect the all-rounder backfired.
Latest scorecard from the fifth Twenty20 international between New Zealand and India in Hamilton.
Latest scorecard from the Women's Big Bash League match between Sydney Thunder and Brisbane Heat at Sydney's Drummoyne Oval.
Temba Bavuma's South Africa lay claim to being the new kings of Test cricket after their victory over Australia.
Australia captain Pat Cummins says hard questions must be asked before the Test squad regroups for a home series against New Zealand.
November 1 marks what is expected to be the most frenetic free-agency period in NRL history. And the Chiefs are armed with tax-free money to lure a marquee No.7.
The NRL’s November 1 deadline has passed, meaning 176 players are now officially able to speak to rival clubs.
Reece Walsh stars at fullback in the Kangaroos' 66-6 victory over the Cook Islands in their final pool game of the Rugby League World Cup.
Samoa coach Ben Gardiner has praised the impact “home-grown” sensation Sua Fa’alogo has had on his team this IRL Rugby League World Cup campaign, highlighting his energy and sense of fun. .
November 1 has officially arrived and with it comes the opportunity for off-contract NRL players to speak with rivals as the race for some of the game’s biggest stars heats up.
The last time Keilee Joseph played in a World Cup, she watched the final from the sideline. Four years on, the 24-year-old is determined this one will be different.
The champion halfback is expected to stay at Penrith – but clubs are circling as the game’s No.1 target goes on the open market on Sunday.
Cook Islands captain KL Iro installed New Zealand as World Cup favourites after Australia scored a 60-point win on Saturday night which featured probably their best 20 minutes of the tournament.
As clubs flash the cash to strengthen their rosters during the free-agency frenzy, the Bears have a couple of aces up their sleeves.
Sam Walker faces an uphill battle to reclaim his Australian No. 7 jersey after Tom Dearden helped guide the Kangaroos to a big win in Townsville.
Demons star Kate Hore received a heavy bump during the win over the Crows.
Kate Hore left the field late in the game with a painful shoulder injury.
The Bombers finished their season with a hard-fought win over the Magpies.
Gold Coast needed to score one more point against GWS to finish ahead of Carlton in the top four.
A change in mantra has seen several Swans transform their games this year.
An emotional Alicia Eva opens up on why she stayed at GWS and what the future holds.
A breakthrough off-season has helped Dockers midfielder Gabby Newton maintain her strong form.
Hawthorn has qualified for finals, while a knee injury to Ella Roberts came as an extra blow to West Coast.
Ella Roberts left the field in the hands of medical staff during the opening minutes on Saturday's game.
Brisbane looked like causing an upset before last-quarter heroics from Sophie McKey got Carlton the win.
Fremantle are adamant their controversial Wharfie Time will return in 2027, with plans to roll it out as early as Round 1 if necessary.
The Gold Coast Suns miss out on the AFLW top four by 0.2 per cent despite beating GWS in their final home and away match of the season.
The Suns are on the brink of the AFLW finals with a slew of young stars who were just kids when this rebuild began.
Former Kangaroos and Port Adelaide footballer Daniel Motlop's spirit company uses ingredients that some might regard as left-field, but it's breaking into the Asian market and is turning its focus to Europe.
Young intercept defender Billy Wigmore has moulded his game on Geelong's Tom Stewart.
Jasmine Garner has spearheaded North Melbourne to a third consecutive AFLW minor premiership in a rousing 68-point victory over Richmond.
Claudia Whitfort has been ruled out of the remainder of Saturday's game.
North Melbourne has finished on top of the ladder after the home and away.
Port Adelaide has kept its slim finals chances alive, likely condemning St Kilda to the wooden spoon in the process.
Carlton coach Josh Fraser will have the infinite wisdom of Chris Fagan by his side in 2027. Could a first (full)-year coach ask for a better mentor?.
The reigning premier will name Chris Fagan's successor soon with formal presentations ahead.
Speculation on Chris Fagan's next destination is over, with Carlton announcing the triple premiership coach is joining the Blues as director of coaching. .
Chris Fagan will link up with a former colleague in a newly created position at a Victorian giant.
Geelong is set up for a big crack at their first AFLW flag, thumping the Western Bulldogs to lock in a top-two finish.
Chris Fagan is donning the navy blue.
The three-time Brisbane Lions premiership coach joins the Blues as their director of coaching to mentor Josh Fraser.
Welcome to our weekly AFLW blog for round 12 – the final round before the finals. Follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round.
Eleni Tee talks about the support systems now in place and how family brings perspective to football.
Toby Krasna waited for his chance and now shapes as a likely top-20 pick in the Telstra AFL Draft.
Adelaide Crows defender Josh Worrell has been spared a jail sentence for hitting a pedestrian earlier this year after he ran a red light while driving to training.
Diana Shnaider overcame a brave comeback from Leylah Fernandez to win the Toray Pan Pacific Open final 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 in Tokyo on Sunday. The victory gives the 22-year-old her first title of the season and the sixth singles crown of her career.
Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini complete the doubles field for Indian Wells, where the Italian duo will make their third consecutive WTA Finals appearance.
Diana Shnaider and Leylah Fernandez overcame stern semifinal tests Saturday in Tokyo, with Shnaider saving herself from a deciding set and Fernandez rallying from early breaks in both sets. Their victories set up a compelling showdown in the final.
We've rounded up the five best shots of the week from Tokyo and Guangzhou. Which do you think was the best? Check them out and vote for your favorite below.
For the second week in a row, Diana Shnaider got the better of Alexandra Eala in a thriller, advancing to the Toray Pan Pacific Open Tennis semifinals in 2 hours and 52 minutes.
Coco Gauff returns to the WTA Finals for the fifth consecutive time. The World No. 5 went 47-15 in 2026 and won her fourth career WTA 1000 title in Cincinnati.
Elena Rybakina's injury withdrawal sends Leylah Fernandez into the Tokyo semifinals, where she will face Kamilla Rakhimova, who defeated Maya Joint in three sets.
Alexander Zverev accelerated his ascension to number one in the world rankings for the first time in his career on Thursday as he beat Tallon Griekspoor 6-4, 7-5 to reach the quarter-finals of the Vienna Open.
Over the course of their visit, WTA Foundation leadership explained how the organization harnesses the reach and influence of women’s tennis to create lasting change in communities worldwide and grow the game globally.
Now in its fourth year, the partnership between the WTA Foundation, Morgan Stanley and HJTEP has become a meaningful annual moment, one that reflects the WTA Foundation’s core belief that tennis can be a powerful gateway to opportunity.
Elena Rybakina becomes the 17th player in WTA history to secure the year-end No. 1 singles ranking, and the first player representing Kazakhstan -- male or female, in singles or doubles -- to achieve the year-end World No. 1 ranking.
Elina Svitolina had a resurgent 2026 season that saw her return to the top 10 after four-year hiatus, claim her third Rome title and book her spot at the WTA Finals, her fourth overall appearance.
Martina Navratilova spent five straight years at No. 1, so she has some thoughts on how Elena Rybakina can hold on to the spot now that the entire tour is lining up to knock her off.
Elena Rybakina has secured the 2026 WTA Year-End No. 1 Ranking presented by PIF after defeating Yulia Putintseva in straight sets to reach the Toray Pan Pacific Open Tennis quarterfinals.
Elena Rybakina earns the prestigious WTA Year-End No.1 Singles Ranking presented by PIF for the first time in her career. The Kazakhstan star becomes the first player from her country, male or female, in singles or doubles, to secure a year-end World No.1 ranking.
Mia Pohankova upset former champion Naomi Osaka 6-3, 7-5 in Tokyo to reach her first WTA 500 quarterfinal and match her best tour-level result. The 18-year-old Slovak, a former Wimbledon junior champion, continues her rapid rise after climbing from No.
From a WTA 1000 breakthrough in Doha to an unforgettable Wimbledon final, Karolina Muchova transformed highlight-reel touch into her first appearance at the WTA Finals.
Diana Shnaider and Alexandra Eala will meet for the second time in as many weeks after the two seeds defeated Aliaksandra Sasnovich and Talia Gibson respectively in the Toray Pan Pacific Open Tennis second round.
Dayana Yastremska saved five match points for the second time in a matter of days, stunning close friend Katie Volynets 7-5, 1-6, 7-6 (7) in a Guangzhou first-round thriller. She rallied from 5-2 down in the decider before prevailing in a dramatic tiebreak.
Playing the Toray Pan Pacific Open Tennis for the first time in four years, Naomi Osaka wore a crane-embroidered walk-on outfit symbolizing peace, designed by Hana Yagi, before saving triple set point to defeat Jasmine Paolini in the first round.
The three teams have collected a respectable 31 points in total after nine games, and all currently sit above the relegation zone.
Our writers debate three big talking points after eight matches on a blockbuster day of Premier League action.
After a turbulent week for Xabi Alonso's side, facing a stumbling United side came at exactly the right time.
Are Spurs finally finding elusive consistency under Roberto de Zerbi after a third successive Premier League win, asks chief football writer Phil McNulty?.
Brighton inflicted a second straight Premier League defeat on Manchester City with a 1-0 win to close within two points of the leaders on Sunday AEDT, while Manchester United slumped to another damaging defeat for Michael Carrick at Chelsea.
Goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen was the man of the moment on Saturday afternoon as he produced an impressive individual display to help Brighton beat Manchester City.
Nottingham Forest head coach Oliver Glasner warns he will be the fifth sacking in just over a year by the club, unless results improve soon.
Sunderland were last season's surprise package in the Premier League, but this time they are struggling after Coventry handed them their sixth defeat.
Spurs recorded a hugely encouraging win against Palace, helped by a controversial Mateta red card.
Enzo Maresca enjoyed a flawless start as Manchester City manager, winning his first seven Premier League games in charge, but the honeymoon period is now over.
The Philadelphia 76ers are flying to start the season, with their impressive form prompting one former NBA guard to put the rest of the league on notice.
Darius Acuff Jr. has been busy in his first couple weeks of NBA action.The Sacramento Kings rookie made history Saturday against the Memphis Grizzlies, posting 38 points on 12-of-25 shooting with 5 rebounds and 5 assists.
Gabby Williams scored 30 points, leading the Golden State Valkyries to their first WNBA title with a 68-63 Game 7 win over the Atlanta Dream on Saturday night. Williams scored 28 of her 30 points in the final 20 minutes as the Valkyries raised the trophy in just their second season.
Jaylen Brown returned to the Philadelphia 76ers' lineup in a 109-104 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday after missing Friday's NBA Cup opener with left patellar tendinopathy.
Game 6 of the WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream averaged 1.5 million viewers across USA Network, E!, and SYFY and Peacock. It is the fifth most-watched WNBA Finals game on cable. The Dream's win forced Saturday's Game 7, the first in league history.
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown said that his team has to return to playing simple after a 98-93 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. They are now 2-4 on the season. "We're trying to get a home run every time we get the ball," Brown said.
LeBron James and Joel Embiid will miss the Philadelphia 76ers' matchup against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday due to injury management. James will miss the game due to low back/sciatica, with Embiid out with right foot plantar fasciitis.
Game 5 of the WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream averaged 1.4 million viewers on USA Network, CNBC, and Peacock streaming. It was the most-viewed Game 5 in league history, with the previous Game 5's being winner-take-all games.
UConn head coach Dan Hurley signed a two-year extension to remain under contract with the school through the 2031-32 season. The deal extends his current salary of $8 million.
Demarcus Henry announced his commitment to UNC on Friday, giving the school its highest-ranked recruit since Cole Anthony in 2019. Henry is ranked No. 2 in the class of 2027. "Their vision for me fits exactly what I'm looking for," Henry told ESPN. "Coach [Michael] Malone and I are like-minded.
Gabby Williams scored 30 points and the Golden State Valkyries captured their first Women’s NBA title, defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in a winner-take-all championship showdown.
Every team preaches a next-man up mentality, but the Tasmania JackJumpers live it and despite losing two more key players, they put in a standout performance with all five starters starring in a 98-89 win against the South East Melbourne Phoenix.
Five-star forward Zion Green announced his commitment to Alabama for the 2027 class on Saturday. Green is head coach Nate Oats' second top-25 recruit in the class. "The campus is beautiful, and the facilities are big-time," Green told ESPN of Alabama.
The Indiana Fever hired Sheri Sam as an assistant general manager. Sam, who played 10 years in the WNBA, was previously a scouting manager for the Blazers. The Fever remain without a team president and general manager after Kelly Krauskopf left the team and Amber Cox was fired last week.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are no longer signing Ochai Agbaji, sources told Shams Charania of ESPN. The team is re-evaluating its open roster spot following the news that Chet Holmgren will miss the next 8-10 weeks with a knee injury.
Five-star point guard Reese Alston announced his commitment to LSU for the class of 2027. Alston is the son of former NBA point guard Rafer Alston. "On my visit, it just felt like home," Alston told ESPN. "The environment and the culture were amazing.
When a crossover sent Dončić down to the court, Curry knew what to do. He landed a haymaker that will live in NBA lore long after Friday.
Less than a week ago, the Perth Wildcats were 5-2 after edging Melbourne United 103-102 in a thriller. Since then, John Rillie’s side has dropped home games to the competition’s two NSW sides, Sydney and Illawarra.
The 125-111 defeat brought levels of demoralization that the final score won’t display. These Bulls were left questioning their effort.
“I think I understand the concept of it now and what it means for the fandom of basketball,” Irving said.
Wales centre Joe Hawkins says missing the previous World Cup has made him more determined to make the next global tournament in Australia in 12 months.
Cardiff lift themselves back into the top half of the United Rugby Championship (URC) by defeating Ospreys 26-0 in a scrappy Welsh derby at St Helen's.
Late tries from George Hendy and Rory Hutchison gift Northampton Saints victory over stubborn Gloucester.
England’s injury headaches are mounting before next Sunday’s autumn opener against Australia with the scrum-half Alex Mitchell a major doubt after limping out of Northampton’s hard-fought victory over Gloucester with another hamstring problem.
Edinburgh's unbeaten start to this season's URC ends as they lose 31-12 to Benetton in Italy.
Scarlets again showcase their ability to attack with ball in hand but lose 54-26 at Bulls in a frantic URC encounter.
Joe Cokanasiga scores twice as Bath ended a three-game winless run in all competitions with a 36-28 victory over Sale.
Saracens take advantage of Newcastle Red Bulls indiscipline to overturn a 10-point half-time deficit to eventually win 39-31.
Tries for Cadan Murley, Jack Kenningham and a brace for Lucas Schmidt allow Harlequins to edge past Exeter Chiefs.
Beibhinn Parsons scores a hat-trick of tries as Ireland close out their WXV Global Series campaign by securing back-to-back wins over South Africa in Cape Town.
Get ready for all of the Week 8 NFL action with Nick Kostos' picks and David Bearman's stats to know for every game.
Seattle's backfield is finally returning to full strength as neither running back has an injury designation.
According to the case file obtained by NBC26, three women alleged to police that Jacobs physically abused them.
The Tennessee Titans were on John Harbaugh's shortlist this past offseason as he searched for his next head-coaching opportunity.After the Baltimore Ravens fired Harbaugh, the one-time Super Bowl champion was a hot commodity.
Brown missed four weeks on IR after a Week 1 ankle injury. His knee will keep him out again after a two-game return.
Micah Parsons is reportedly targeting Nov. 25 as his return to the Green Bay Packers lineup, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.The linebacker has not played since suffering a torn ACL in Week 15 last season.
This season, Andscape will document the ups and downs of this Black quarterback fraternity and how each of its members is carrying their specific burden of proof. Lamar Jackson entered the NFL like a powerful river.
The Indianapolis Colts are open to trading running back Jonathan Taylor, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Singleton, the NFL's tackles leader has become an outspoken advocate for testicular awareness. "That will leave a lasting legacy.".
The night before his first (and only) NFL start, Matt Mauck thought: I think I'm the only one that actually wants us to win this game.
Calais Campbell, Joe Flacco and other NFL elders deem the sacrifices necessary to achieve longevity well worth it.
Plus, what's ailing the Bills' defense, and how the Myles Garrett-less Browns have managed to take off.
Big questions for Week 8, plus Ted Nguyen on why J.J. McCarthy fits the Giants and Khalil Mack trade notes.
The Chicago Bears' trade for former Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons came together quickly. But it had been brewing for a lot longer, general manager Ryan Poles explained on Friday.
UNC head coach Bill Belichick and his girlfriend Jordon Hudson broke up in late 2025, according to a report from TMZ.The specifics of the breakup are unclear, including who initiated it, but it was apparently amicable enough that TMZ says they are told the pair remain "committed to their business partnerships and remain close friends.
An appeals court says a judge was wrong to exclude expert testimony just because it was impeachable.
Joseph was in good spirits in the locker room on Friday but declined to discuss details of his rehab or when he might return to game action.
The Baltimore Ravens are planning to have Lamar Jackson back this week after the quarterback missed the past three games with a high ankle sprain."We do think we'll have Lamar this week," said head coach Jesse Minter on Friday. "I'm excited about that.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs told reporters postgame Thursday night that his first-half touchdown celebration was an ode to the gospel song "Break Every Chain.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… On “Off That,” an otherwise throwaway cut from his 2009 album The Blueprint 3, JAŸ-Z laid out a symbolic maintenance program for sustained greatness: “I’m on a practice field runnin’ two-a-days / So I don’t drop the ball when it’s threw my way.”.
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Ousseni Bouda had a goal and an assist in the first 17 minutes and the San Jose Earthquakes held on to beat Real Salt Lake 2-1 on Saturday. San Jose (14-9-10) moved up two spots to third place in the Western Conference with one match remaining in the regular season.
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Saint-Maximin, 29, was dismissed in the 89th minute of the fixture at Bank of America Stadium after a VAR intervention.
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Jansen Miller scored a tying goal just before halftime, Stefan Cleveland blocked a penalty kick in second-half stoppage time, and Sporting Kansas City played FC Dallas to a 1-1 draw on Saturday.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Anders Dreyer scored in the first half and that was all Pablo Sisniega needed to guide San Diego FC to a 1-0 victory over St. Louis City on Saturday.
NEW YORK (AP) — Daniel Ríos scored two minutes into second-half stoppage time to rally CF Montreal to a 1-1 draw with New York City FC on Saturday at Citi Field. The draw against Montreal (6-19-8) leaves NYCFC (9-12-12) on the brink of missing the playoffs.
CINCINNATI (AP) — Ayoub Jabbari scored in the second half and Roman Celentano made it stand up as FC Cincinnati clinched a postseason berth with a 1-0 victory over the Philadelphia Union on Saturday.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Sean Zawadzki and Anass Zaroury each scored in the first half, both assisted by Dylan Chambost, and the Columbus Crew beat D.C. United 3-0 on Saturday to stay in the playoff hunt.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Allan Saint-Maximin scored the first of Charlotte's three second-half goals, Kristijan Kahlina made seven saves for his seventh clean sheet of the season, and the Crown beat Orlando 4-0 on Saturday.
The MLS playoff chase is coming down to the wire, with just two matches remaining for all of the league's teams. This weekend will see a crucial set of matches, the league's last games before Decision Day on Saturday, Nov.
Kucherov’s shocking trade request from the Lightning did not seem to impact his play or change how his teammates feel about him.
The roster includes 20 returning players from Team USA's gold medal Olympic team.
The messy situation between Kucherov and Tampa Bay changes the landscape of league, and where it goes from here will be beyond fascinating.
What has been each team’s biggest surprise so far, good, bad or ugly? Here’s what The Athletic's NHL staff said.
After a flight to Seattle, the Leafs' Dakota Joshua came to the helpless realization many travelers come to: His luggage was not coming.
If the Kings can't find sustained success or chart a new path, perhaps it's time for big changes.
The first event the CAS has ordered the IIHF to allow Russia to participate in is the upcoming World Juniors in Alberta.
The annual Halloween party is a marquee event on the social calendar for most NHL teams.
The incident occurred in the second period of Thursday night's game, a 6-5 overtime win for the Kings. Hodgson was ejected from the game.
Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov has reportedly requested a trade, becoming the latest high-profile NHL player to ask to leave his longtime home.
The two-time Hart Trophy winner and three-time scoring champion is set to hit unrestricted free agency after this season.
The CAS ruled on Friday that the IIHF must allow Russia back into its international hockey events immediately.
The 2026-27 season has crossed the 200-game mark, meaning we're already 16 percent of the way through. So, what's changed?.
The Hurricanes, Wild and Canadiens are on the rise in our very special Treehouse of Horror Power Rankings.
The International Ice Hockey Federation had banned Russia from its competitions following its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
In surveying the sports month ahead, we did our best to cover the major events and promote some sleepers.
As counterintuitive as it may seem for hockey players and coaches, feeding the puck in the slot can be more dangerous than shooting.
Which teams on Dylan Larkin's trade list are realistic and which are most interested? Here's what I'm hearing.
Coyne Schofield signed a two-year contract extension in August to remain with the Minnesota Frost through 2027-28.
Larkin informed the Wings on Thursday that he is done playing for them, and they responded by suspending him without pay.
The Lions will wear blue helmets over gray jerseys and pants for just the third time in franchise history, joining victories over the Vikings and Las Vegas Raiders in 2023. The post Detroit Lions To Wear Nike “Rivalries” Uniforms Against Minnesota Vikings appeared first on SportsLogos.
The Jaguars' "Bold City" uniforms feature the first teal helmets in franchise history, alabaster jerseys and black pants with sublimated spots. The post Jacksonville Jaguars Debuting Nike “Rivalries” Uniforms On Sunday appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
One thing is certain at youth hockey tournaments: Between games, players will pick up mini-sticks in hotel halls.
When it comes to women’s hockey, Canada and the United States are bitter rivals, but a dispute with the International Ice Hockey Federation may bring them together ahead of the upcoming Women’s World Championships.
Dylan Larkin is seeing $41,237 of his $8 million base salary this season slip away each day—and there’s no concrete end to his losses yet.
About two and a half weeks before she was due to line up at Sunday’s New York City Marathon, elite runner Fiona O’Keeffe had to share a change of plans.
NEW YORK — Three days before the 2026 New York City Marathon, British distance runner Patrick Dever stood on a small stage in an air-conditioned media tent in Central Park, and he accepted a third-place trophy.
One of the Women’s National Basketball Association‘s original franchises is streaking back into the league with the launch of the new logos they’ll use when they take the court next year.
With the baseball season in the rearview mirror, the season of Minor League Baseball rebrands and alternate identities is upon us.
The Pirates are the latest college football program to unveil mascot-themed helmets for the Halloween weekend. The post East Carolina Pirates Unveil New White Alternate Helmets Featuring “Marching PeeDee” appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman is shaking up the team's front office after a second-place finish in the American League East and losing a three-game sweep to the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL division series.
The Houston Astros have found a new general manager: The team announced Friday it is hiring Randy Flores to fill the position. Flores, 51, will become the 15th GM in the franchise's history after a decade with the St. Louis Cardinals' front office.
The Seattle Mariners haven't chosen a manager for next season yet, but the team has hired a hitting coach for whoever will be the new skipper. CJ Gillman is returning to the organization as the Mariners' hitting coach, The Athletic reports.
Matt Kleine, a longtime Brewers executive, looked like the frontrunner for the job. The Astros pivoted, and went with a former MLB reliever.
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The Milwaukee Brewers' World Series celebrations continued Friday as the team held its championship parade. We can safely say some people came in from out of town to join them.
The Milwaukee Brewers' World Series celebrations continue on Friday as the team holds its championship parade.To ensure students don't miss out on the memorable day, Milwaukee Public Schools announced that all schools and district offices are closed.
The humor is not for show. With Murphy — from pregame press briefings to player conversations — there is always purpose to the prose.
Baseball history doesn't collect itself. When a memorable moment occurs, staffers at the Baseball Hall of Fame spring into action.
A trial with little precedent in baseball history begins in early November, with wide implications for MLB and its future with betting.
The Brewers’ top homegrown position players are all under club control for at least a couple of years.
The Milwaukee Brewers celebrate their first World Series title this Friday. Here's how to catch the action on TV and streaming.
Bo Bichette is ready to run it back with the New York Mets. The two-time All-Star infielder intends to exercise a $42 million player option to return to the Mets for the 2027 season, The Athletic reports.
Bichette started slow in his first season with the Mets in 2026 but ultimately produced closer to his career numbers.
This season with the Houston Astros, right-handed Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai showed glimpses of what made him so special in Nippon Professional Baseball, a league where he became a three-time All-Star.
Starting pitcher Michael King opted out of his $32 million player option for 2027 with the San Diego Padres and will become a free agent, according to reports.
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeFor the first time in franchise history, the Milwaukee Brewers are officially champions of baseball.
Eaton hit .160 in 24 games for the Red Sox in 2026. Boston gets 18-year-old minor-league right-hander Jareth Rayo in return.
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Murphy ribbed pending free agent Jake Bauers about potentially joining “that horses--- Yankees team” in a postgame conversation.
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Sam Waardenburg is still adjusting to Melbourne United’s physical style, but his first trip back to Cairns showed both he and his new side are building momentum.
Justin Tatum backed his Illawarra Hawks players and they repaid his faith in Perth. Two home losses last week to Sydney and Brisbane, by a combined 43 points, had left the Hawks at 2-8 and pressure mounting on Tatum to find answers.
Kelan Martin returned to form and then it was home state boy Johny Narkle who saw the Illawarra Hawks see off the charge of the Perth Wildcats for the much-needed 105-98 win at RAC Arena.
Josh Oduro and Cole Anthony combined for 51 points, 13 rebounds and five steals with Melbourne United outscoring the Cairns Taipans 62 points to 43 after half-time to win 113-97. Both teams came into the Saturday night match up at the Cairns Convention Centre in winning form with Cairns having won five of their last six including in Brisbane on Thursday.
The Brisbane Bullets’ injury crisis has worsened, with two of their key players ruled out of Sunday’s Round 7 showdown with Adelaide.
Seven points down with three minutes to go in a low-scoring game, the Sydney Kings had just about everything going against them in Launceston. Sydney was playing its fourth game in eight days, while the Tasmania JackJumpers hadn’t played since the previous Wednesday.
It’s an unfortunate case of déjà vu for Tasmania fans as more injuries continue to pile up for a team that’s been slammed by them in recent history.
DeMarcus Cousins came closer to the NBL than most fans realise. The four-time NBA All-Star, unveiled this week as the NBA ambassador for HoopsFest, has revealed that Australia was a serious option as he weighed his next move after the NBA. He also says the door to the League isn’t closed.
Acosta joins the Ducati duo on the front row in Malaysia as Bezzecchi gears up for a second-row start in the absence of teammate Martin.
It was a heroic attempt, but the Aprilia Racing rider won’t be able to race at Sepang.
Far from a smooth day of running for the defending World Champion but P1 nonetheless whereas arch-rival Martin called it a day early as he battles his broken wrist pain.
Gold goes to the Shark as wet-dry conditions in Malaysia see the front group get their elbows out – and Ogura just lose out.
After his review on Friday morning, the #89 has been passed fit to race in Sepang.
The championship leader heads into Practice 0.4s clear of the Aprilia and KTM stars, while the #89 finishes 1.8s off the pace in a promising start to the Malaysian GP.
The #25 won’t be taking part in the rest of the Malaysian GP as he continues to suffer with his fingers, broken in Lombok.
Our first catch-up with Jorge Martin post-crash, the Championship pendulum swinging and Malaysia ever-inclement weather make Round 19 more unpredictable than ever.
Honda HRC Castrol welcome the #36 back from a longer layoff as the #10 likewise returns to the saddle after missing Australia.
The 2024 World Champion, six days after fracturing his wrist in Australia, will be reviewed again after the opening session of the weekend in Sepang.
A deadline, by definition, is hard and fast … unless you’re trying to stop a multi-billion dollar disruptor golf league from going down the drain, it seems.
As debate raged over Australia’s Test make-up in South Africa this week, another national selection has caused a stir — this time, on the golf course.
Min Woo Lee has officially confirmed he will compete for the Stonehaven Cup at the Australian Open from December 3-6.
Adam Bland broke an 11-year win drought on the PGA Tour of Australasia on the weekend, taking out the Players Series: South Australia in what was a highly popular win, witnessed by fellow local Greg Blewett.
DP World Tour player Sean Crocker was trying “not to break out in tears” after shooting a six-under par back nine 29 in the final round of the Genesis Championship in Korea to keep his card on the number.
It’s been 21 years since his first PGA Tour of Australasia win, but part-time lefty Adam Bland has a second professional victory at home – before returning to coaching weekend warriors on Monday morning.
Australian Lucas Herbert is one of three new players leaving LIV Golf as the struggling breakaway league attempts a relaunch after filing for bankruptcy protection.
Daniel Gale has promised former NRL champion Ryan Papenhuyzen will be back on his bag for the Australian majors as he continued his fast start to the new season.
Standing at a pro shop counter in Sydney’s southern suburbs, collecting $48 per player on a busy Saturday, is a bit different to vying for a share of US$6 million (A$8.5m) on the PGA Tour.
Back in Australia after commentary duties in South Africa — a trip that disappointingly didn’t include any golf — Greg Blewett’s game was showing a little rust Wednesday at the Willunga Golf Course.
The Australian Diamonds defeat the Silver Ferns 68-58 in front of a sold-out Melbourne crowd, but ultimately lose the prestigious trans-Tasman series 3-1.
Australia loses game three of the Constellation Cup series against New Zealand to hand the trophy back to the Silver Ferns in Sydney, with Diamonds coach Stacey Marinkovich under pressure ahead of next year's Netball World Cup.
Australia's losing streak across the ditch continues in the Constellation Cup, where penalty counts, multiple injuries and world rankings have been major talking points. .
Australia trails the four-game Constellation Cup series 2-0 after a 62-50 loss to New Zealand in Christchurch, but will hope to turn things around on home soil.
Diamonds vice-captain Kate Moloney is on track to return from injury and give Australia a much-needed boost for the Constellation Cup.
Competitor Charlotte Bailey says the Games, which are underway in Melbourne, offer an important opportunity for people to see what the disabled community can do.
It was defender Courtney Bruce's 100th milestone game to start the Constellation Cup but the brand new centurion and her captain Liz Watson were both sent to the bench in Australia's 56-50 loss to New Zealand in Auckland.
The Diamonds launch a late challenge but it is not enough to prevent the Silver Ferns from recording a 56-50 win in the first Constellation Cup Test in Auckland. Follow live.
Jazmin Mckay has joined the Adelaide Thunderbirds as the club's inaugural mother-daughter signing, following in the footsteps of her mother, a dual premiership T-Bird and gold medal winning Diamond player.
Diamonds goalkeeper Sarah Klau is named in Australia's squad for the Constellation Cup, despite being sanctioned by the sport's national governing body.
The Premier League scandal may have gripped English football but the A-League club is ‘critical’ to football’s presence and new strategy in Australia.
A-League star Sam Cosgrove has bizarrely threatened to cut off a reporter’s access in a press conference meltdown over questions about him circumventing a red card suspension.
South Melbourne defeat Melbourne Victory 4-3 on penalties (1-1 aet) to cap night of celebration and become first non-A-League club to win the cup. It was remarkable. It was incredible.
South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory clash on what promises to be a ‘special and historic night’ and in a triumph of the competition’s concept. One club represents new football, a keystone entity in the contentious reboot of Australia’s round ball game 21 years ago.
Australia’s football season to begin under a pall as Melbourne City shares owners with the Premier League giant found guilty of unprecedented breaches . The Premier League’s finding that Manchester City is guilty of breaching financial rules is already rippling across the football world, overshadowing Wednesday’s launch of the Australian domestic season in Sydney.
There are serious concerns about how the stand-off between FA, APL and the referees’ union will impact the start of the new season. There is a common saying that the best refereeing performance is the one nobody notices.
Macarthur FC has been rocked by a major coaching change on the eve of the new A-League season, with long-time head coach Mile Sterjovski departing the club by mutual agreement.
Two A-League clubs have been sent packing on a shocking evening of Australia Cup action, continuing a disastrous run for the country’s most powerful teams.
A-League officials have been accused of negotiating in bad faith by speaking to the media within hours of their latest pay offer, as the players’ union said the conduct “continues to erode … trust”. The men’s and women’s competitions remain without a bargaining agreement two months before the start of the new season.
Xabi Alonso refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, but said he was looking to build a squad that had “proper balance”. Chelsea are understood to be in talks over a surprise move to sign the 35-year-old Welbeck from Brighton, with the club also reportedly interested in signing the 36-year-old Henderson from Brentford.
Veronica Burton has helped the Golden State Valkyries navigate a postseason of franchise firsts — from their first playoff victory to their first series win. Now, they turn their attention to the WNBA Finals.
On the afternoon of Game 3 of the WNBA semifinals last week, Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard warmed up on a stationary bike just outside the visitors’ tunnel of the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
NEW YORK — During a stoppage in Game 2 of the New York Liberty’s first-round WNBA playoff series against the Minnesota Lynx last week, the jumbotron showed Liberty legend Tina Charles, prompting a roar from the sellout crowd at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… In the second quarter of a July game against the Golden State Valkyries, Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray defended forward Cecilia Zandalasini as she tried to cut across the court.
Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton’s friendships with teammates — particularly fellow guard Kaitlyn Chen – have become an important part of her second season with the franchise.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… For former Norfolk State standout Diamond Johnson, every game she played over the summer in Upshot, a new domestic professional women’s basketball league, offered a chance to show she belongs in the WNBA. The Upshot League, which finished its inaugural season late last month, includes a mix of international players, WNBA alums and former college stars such as Johnson.
NEW YORK — Awa Fam and Dominique Malonga prefer not to talk too extensively about what’s on the horizon for the Seattle Storm. They would rather focus on what they can see, even as they endure a disappointing 8-31 season, as if to temper their excitement about what comes next.
Long before Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton became a professional basketball player, her family taught her the value of discipline and hard work. She grew up with a sports legacy that spans multiple generations.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… If there’s one thing to know about Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, it’s that she doesn’t play about her family.
The first trait many people notice about Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin is her fiery red hair, which makes her easily identifiable on a basketball court. After a conversation with Austin, the second, surely, is her unwavering confidence. “I just know the type of player that I can be.