Shield final 'in the balance' as SA strike late blows
Victoria need 94 runs and South Australia five wickets when the Sheffield Shield decider resumes on Monday.
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Antonelli comes back from 6th to win Japanese GP
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli moved clear after a mid-race safety car to seal his second Formula 1 win at the Japanese Grand Prix.
NRL Highlights: Raiders v Sharks - Round 4
Canberra Raiders host the Cronulla Sharks in Round 4 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at GIO Stadium, Canberra.
Piastri gets your Driver of the Day vote in Japan
His first Grand Prix start of the season and Oscar Piastri totally nailed it, launching his McLaren from its P3 grid slot into the lead at Turn 1.
Antonelli takes championship lead with victory in Japan
Kimi Antonelli has sealed victory at the Japanese Grand Prix, the Italian becoming the youngest-ever championship leader after putting in a commanding drive to claim his second consecutive win from Oscar Piastri and Charles Leclerc following an earlier Safety Car.
WATCH: Bearman suffers dramatic crash in Japan
Ollie Bearman ended his Japanese Grand Prix in the wall after trying to pass Alpine's Franco Colapinto.
Watch the race start in Japan as Piastri seizes lead
Oscar Piastri enjoyed a dream start to the Japanese Grand Prix as he snatched the lead while polesitter Kimi Antonelli dropped to sixth.
Antonelli wins to become youngest title leader
Kimi Antonelli takes his second win in succession and the lead of the world championship at the Japanese Grand Prix.
Haas' Bearman limps away from Suzuka GP crash
Haas driver Oliver Bearman limped away from a big crash at the Japanese Grand Prix.
Easily out, Dodgers' Freeman tagged out with hug
With nowhere to run on the basepaths, the Dodgers' Freddie Freeman walked toward a smiling Ketel Marte, who tagged him out with a hug to end the second inning of Saturday night's game.
MLBBaseball
Guardians' DeLauter stays on tear with 4th homer
Guardians rookie Chase DeLauter became the second player in MLB history to have four homers in his first three games, going deep in the 10th inning to lift Cleveland to a 6-5 win over Seattle on Friday.
Robert Jr. impresses with walk-off HR for Mets
Luis Robert Jr. hit a walk-off three-run homer in the bottom of the 11th inning Saturday, rallying the Mets to a 4-2 win over the Pirates.
Braves' Smith hits walk-off days after mom's death
Making his Braves debut, Dominic Smith said he "got choked up" thinking about his late mother as he celebrated his walk-off grand slam in Saturday's 6-2 win over the Royals.
Aaron Judge dents an ambulance with second HR of season
Aaron Judge’s home run impacted more than just the score in the New York Yankees’ 3-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday.
Yanks take advantage of 'obsessive' ABS prep
Thanks to "obsessive" preparation by manager Aaron Boone, the Yankees have had some early success with the new Automated Ball-Strike System.
Reds 3B Eugenio Suarez uses ABS challenge to counter back-to-back blown calls from umpire C.B. Bucknor
Eugenio Suárez likely held the envy of every MLB player on Saturday.
Dylan Cease sets Blue Jays record, debuting with 12 strikeouts in 8-7 walk-off win over Athletics
The Toronto Blue Jays made one of the most eyebrow-raising signings of the offseason, adding pitcher Dylan Cease to a team that took the Los Angeles Dodgers to the 11th inning of Game 7 in the World Series.
Nats acquire Mead from White Sox for C Smith
The Washington Nationals acquired utility player Curtis Mead from the Chicago White Sox on Saturday in exchange for catcher Boston Smith.
Jays P Fluharty hit by 2 batted balls, leaves game
Blue Jays lefty Mason Fluharty left Saturday's game against the Athletics in the seventh inning after being struck on the right leg by consecutive infield singles.
CB Bucknor has 6 pitches overturned via ABS, including consecutive challenges by Eugenio Suárez
Red Sox manager Alex Cora was ejected by Bucknor, who called out Trevor Story on a check swing and had eight pitches challenged.
Baseball
Marlins place Morel on IL with oblique strain
The Marlins have placed infielder Christopher Morel on the 10-day injured list because of a left oblique strain.
Months after losing Game 7, John Schneider found a letter from an admirer: Steve Kerr
The letter sat in Schneider’s office all winter. But the Blue Jays manager read it at the perfect time.
Rangers' deGrom (neck) scratched vs. Phillies
The Rangers scratched pitcher Jacob deGrom from his scheduled start against the Phillies because of neck stiffness.
Brewers place Andrew Vaughn on IL, call up top catcher prospect Jeferson Quero
The Milwaukee Brewers are calling up top catcher prospect Jeferson Quero to fill in for Andrew Vaughn, who is going on the injured list with a fractured hamate bone in his left hand. The team officially announced the move before Saturday’s matchup with the Chicago White Sox.
After receiving World Series rings, Dodgers' comeback victory shows why they're favorites for another
The Dodgers' big offseason signings, Kyle Tucker and Edwin Díaz, ultimately sealed L.A.'s victory Friday night.
Where to watch Pittsburgh Pirates vs. New York Mets: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Saturday, March 28
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.
Where to watch Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Los Angeles Dodgers: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Saturday, March 28
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.
Where to watch New York Yankees vs. San Francisco Giants: Live stream, TV channel, odds for Saturday, March 28
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.
Baseball Hall of Fame's newest Buck O’Neil award winner Bill White reflects on his impact
Bill White wanted to be a doctor when he grew up. The game of baseball was better for his career.
Winter’s Gloomy Spirit Lifts as Baseball’s Blue Jays Land
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.
Rugby League
Savage steps past three to score
Xavier Savage cuts through the Sharks defence with some brilliant footwork.
Joey backs Isaako's Melbourne move
Andrew Johns describes Melbourne's decision to sign Jamayne Isaako as a 'wise buy'.
Iro slips through for 'training gallop' try
KL Iro scores on the edge for the Sharks in a try Andrew Johns called "way too easy".
Why Tom Trbojevic could be the biggest winner in Manly’s latest drama
Manly officials are backing caretaker coach Kieran Foran to get the best out of Tom Trbojevic after some disappointing recent seasons.
Raiders flyer sets up Weekes
Kaeo Weekes finishes off the brilliant work of Xavier Savage on the sideline.
Ref bins 'emotional' Horsburgh for professional foul
Corey Horsburgh is sent to the sin bin for being offside.
‘Couldn’t say no’: Foran opens up on ‘whirlwind’ Sea Eagles dawn... and his ‘surprise’ appointment
Kieran Foran has opened up on his first day as Sea Eagles head coach, admitting the last three days have been a “whirlwind” but he’s turning Manly’s fortunes around “as fast as we can”.
Sharks fan Nathan Walker icing his NHL opportunities
Although better known as a trailblazer in America in his chosen sport, Australia’s first ever National Hockey League player Nathan Walker makes sure he has time to keep up with the NRL.
Live: Titans and Dragons fight for first NRL win of 2026
Neither St George Illawarra nor Gold Coast have won an NRL game in 2026 but with the two sides facing off to finish Round 4 somebody will break their duck. Follow live.
NRLRugby League
Sunday session: Raiders v Sharks; Titans v Dragons
Follow all the action from Round 4 of the NRL Telstra Premiership on NRL.com's live blog.
Tricky Trindall leads Sharks to victory in seesawing epic despite Raiders star’s ‘freak’ show
Braydon Trindall and Nicho Hynes have stopped the rot and returned Cronulla to winning ways with a gutsy 34-22 victory in Canberra on Sunday afternoon.
‘Beautiful’: Flanagan’s late backline reshuffle pays off as X-factor star delivers for Red V — NRL LIVE
Sitting at the bottom of the ladder, the Gold Coast Titans and St George Illawarra Dragons are both on the lookout for their first victories of the 2026 season.
Key reason for Storm poaching revealed as Dolphins flyer set to replace Bears-bound star
The Storm have found a replacement for Nick Meaney with Dolphins winger Jamayne Isaako inking a two-year deal with the club from next season.
‘Lasting impression’: Heartbreak as Bears rising star tragically passes away at 22
A rising North Sydney Bears forward Noah Johannssen has tragically passed away just weeks before his 23rd birthday.
Kieran Foran took control of the Sea Eagles on Sunday. This is his message to the players
The interim Sea Eagles coach took charge of his first training session less than 48 hours after Manly sacked Anthony Seibold.
Seibold red flag we should have seen coming; forgotten blunder that started Manly chaos — Mick Crawley column
If you want to know what “all over the shop” looks like in the NRL, take a drive across the Spit Bridge.
'Flow on effect': Why scrapping Women's tiers is a game changer for RLWC2026
IRL Chair Troy Grant believes the removal of tiering for Women’s nations is set to have a similar impact at RLWC2026 to the eligibility changes that inspired Jason Taumalolo to lead a Pacific revolution in 2017.
'Make my own history': Pascoe follows All Stars to NRL pathway
After a standout season that saw him crowned the Queensland Cup’s best player and a call-up to the Indigenous All Stars team, an NRL debut seemed inevitable for Ollie Pascoe.
He’s now been sacked twice by NRL teams... here is what Anthony Seibold could do next
It has been less than 24 hours since the Manly Sea Eagles confirmed the termination of Anthony Seibold.
Motorsport
Kimi Antonelli wins Japan Grand Prix to become youngest F1 championship leader
Kimi Antonelli won the Japanese Grand Prix ultimately dominating the second half of the race and with it the 19-year-old has become the youngest driver to lead the Formula One world championship.
Japanese Grand Prix: Kimi Antonelli takes second career win in Suzuka - as it happened
The third grand prix of the 2026 Formula 1 season is upon us at the Suzuka Circuit in Japan, and you can follow it all with ESPN.
Betting mistakes to avoid during Japanese Grand Prix
Safer gambling is important, so we look at how you can avoid wasting money during the Suzuka race.
LIVE COVERAGE: Antonelli wins Japanese GP
Live coverage of Sunday's Formula 1 Aramco Japanese Grand Prix 2026 at Suzuka.
OFFICIAL GRID: Who starts where in Japan
The full official starting order for Sunday's 2026 Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka.
Hamlin wins Martinsville pole, moves into top 10
Denny Hamlin earned his fifth pole position at Martinsville Speedway and 49th of his Cup Series career, tying him with NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Isaac for 10th all time.
Acosta receives penalty, loses Sprint podium as Bastianini promoted
Post-race penalty reshuffles results as Acosta loses P3, with Bastianini stepping up to claim bronze.
Bezzecchi and Marini penalised after COTA Q2 incident
Championship leader Bezzecchi drops to the second row for Sunday's GP after being deemed to impede Marc Marquez during qualifying.
Our final Japanese Grand Prix betting predictions
Our expert betting writers make their final predictions before the action gets underway in Japan.
Our Bet Builder picks after Antonelli’s Japan pole
F1's expert betting writers have picked their four Bet Builder selections for the Japanese Grand Prix.
Formula 1Motorsport
What the teams said – Qualifying in Japan
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from final practice and Qualifying at Suzuka ahead of the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix.
Watch Round 2 of the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship
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.
Lindblad outlines his bold approach to Q3 appearance in Japan
Arvid Lindblad relied on his courage in order to progress to Q3 at the Japanese Grand Prix for Racing Bulls.
Hadjar names Red Bull's 'end goal' in Japanese GP
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.
Wolff explains Russell’s ‘disadvantage’ in Japanese GP
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.
Ride onboard with Antonelli for his superb pole lap in Japan
Kimi Antonelli took a commanding pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix as Mercedes locked out the front row once again.
Watch Qualifying from Round 2 of the F1 Sim Racing World Championship
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.
What are the strategy options for the Japanese Grand Prix?
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at Suzuka.
See how Antonelli beat Russell in the fight for Japanese GP pole
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.
'A lot of stuff to figure out' for Verstappen - and F1's rule-makers
Red Bull's Max Verstappen and Formula 1's bosses have plenty to ponder after Japanese Grand Prix qualifying.
Aussie Rules
Pies facing awkward Pendles party dilemma; sad reality as Bombers hit rock bottom — Round 3 Talking Pts
Scott Pendlebury’s party planning has gotten awkward, Essendon hits another new low, and an incredible draft crop is looking even better.
MATCH REVIEW: Roo to face Tribunal over blood-wiping incident
Roo Tristan Xerri will face the Tribunal after wiping blood on Bombers captain Andy McGrath.
Failure fatigue: Is this the worst Essendon side ever?
In 1933, the Bombers won just once to finish bottom of a 12-team competition. It’s impossible to truly compare across eras, but the fact it is even a debate says it all about the 2026 Dons.
Roos star sent to AFL tribunal after alleged blood-wiping incident
North Melbourne ruckman Tristan Xerri is sent directly to the AFL tribunal on a charge of serious misconduct after he allegedly wiped blood on Essendon captain Andy McGrath's face. .
Eagles overcome sluggish start to pull the plug on the Power
West Coast has defeated Port Adelaide by two points at Adelaide Oval.
No 'compelling reason' for change as AFL locks in Grand Final start time
The AFL has locked in a traditional afternoon start time for the next two Grand Finals.
DEES STUNNER! Bonkers 66-point turnaround in AFL thriller as Blues fade badly... again
Melbourne has produced an extraordinary comeback win over Carlton from 43 points down as Kysaiah Pickett led a stunning second-half assault.
Bombers bracing for 'short-term pain' after 0-3 start
The Bombers are expecting more pain in the short term after a 0-3 start to the season.
FLYIN’ HIGH! Eagles cause major Power outage to end woeful streaks in two-point thriller
An epic second-half blitz has seen West Coast win their second-straight match for the first time in 596 days by the barest of margins, defeating Port Adelaide by two points on Sunday afternoon.
Demons overwhelm Blues in late MCG surge
The Demons complete an amazing comeback and pile pressure on Carlton coach Michael Voss, while West Coast celebrates an inspirational victory on the road against Port Adelaide.
AFLAussie Rules
Blues, Dees lock in final teams for clash at the 'G. LIVE from 3.15pm AEDT
Follow all the action from Sunday's round three games.
Xerri tipped to face lengthy ban
North Melbourne's Tristan Xerri is tipped to face at least a two-game suspension for wiping blood on an opponent.
Boundary line drama in dying stages of Eagles’ thriller; Xerri ‘blood wipe’ headed to tribunal
The West Coast Eagles made it back to back wins by defeating Port Adelaide by two points on Sunday in a game where the AFL’s controversial video-review system was again needed late.
Pies skipper to miss up to a month after hamstring blow
Scans have revealed Darcy Moore suffered a hamstring injury against the Giants on Friday night.
On a day like this! AFL set for blockbuster GF entertainment, even after start time surprise
The 2026 and 2027 Grand Finals will remain in its traditional timeslot after the AFL turned its back on the appeal of a twilight decider.
‘Not in it for the easy’: Dons’ list profile Scott isn’t ignoring after 16th-straight loss
Uncertainty looms over the future on Brad Scott, as the ice he is skating continues to get thinner.
AFL locks in Toyota AFL Grand Final start time for next two years
The AFL has today announced the start time for both the 2026 and 2027 Toyota AFL Grand Finals, with each match to begin at 2:30pm AEST.
The pursuit of happiness: Max Gawn on being the face of Melbourne
From shaky beginnings, the Demons skipper and his long-time mate Tom McDonald have carved different career paths to their matching milestones.
‘Cannot have this’: Xerri’s ugly incident takes the focus off Essendon’s 0-3 start
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.
Roos snap 10-year streak as Bombers edge closer to unwanted record
North Melbourne has given Essendon more headaches in a big win at Marvel Stadium.
Football
Senegal, the AFCON trophy and a day of defiance in Paris: 'A people’s memory cannot be rewritten'
Senegal's players are in no mood to recognise the ruling that has stripped them of their second AFCON title.
How Arbeloa is getting the best out of Real Madrid's stars
BBC Sport looks at how Alvaro Arbeloa has managed to get the best out of the Real Madrid squad since his appointment in January.
Can you ever stop supporting your football team?
Is it really a lifelong pledge of loyalty? BBC Sport asks whether a fan can really stop supporting their football team.
The science of the warm-up: From ridicule to RAMP, and the nightmare of losing a player to injury
Player warm-ups, whether for training or on matchday, have become part of the normal routine but there is technique behind making them work.
Rene Meulensteen: 'Qualifying for a World Cup is an opportunity to change the perception of Iraq'
After a three-day journey, including a 550-mile bus ride, Iraq's players face Bolivia in a qualifying play-off for the World Cup.
How Spain won the 2010 World Cup: Clean sheets, lots of short passes, and a Barcelona core
Michael Cox's history of World Cup winners reaches 2010, and Spain's only victory so far.
The rise of James Garner: From 'gangly' and 'quiet' to England's 'mini Valverde'
In the midst of a true breakout season at Everton, the 25-year-old impressed on his England debut to fuel hopes of making the World Cup.
Reviewing England's World Cup kits: Iconic, fashion faux pas or somewhere in between?
What the players wear on the pitch is a huge part of the visual appeal of a World Cup, so what are we to make of England's options?.
Arnold: Iraq's WCQ 'the toughest job in the world'
Graham Arnold faces what is arguably the biggest challenge of his coaching career on Tuesday as he attempts to guide Iraq to their first World Cup in 40 years.
Denver Summit smash NWSL attendance record with 63,004 fans at Mile High Stadium
The expansion Denver Summit’s match against the Washington Spirit on Saturday broke the National Women’s Soccer League record for attendance with its announced crowd of 63,004. Fans at the Denver Broncos’ home stadium broke the previous NWSL record of 40,091 who attended Bay FC’s match against the Spirit last season at Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants.
Premier LeagueFootball
South Korea 0 Ivory Coast 4: Son's return to England, goals for Guessand and Adingra
Elias Burke analyses the main talking points from the match, held in England, between two teams who are World Cup-bound.
Spurs should not appoint De Zerbi - fans' group
Tottenham should not appoint former Marseille manager Roberto de Zerbi because of his support for Mason Greenwood, says a women's fans group.
How do Man City replace captain Silva if he leaves?
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.
Spain have too many elite ’keepers to take to the World Cup. Who will be No 1 and who misses out?
Arsenal's David Raya and Barcelona's Joan Garcia are among the contenders, but can they displace incumbent Unai Simon?.
Florian Wirtz is Germany's key creative force. This is what Liverpool long to see
His two goals and two assists in Switzerland were evidence of the decisive contributions that have only been seen infrequently at Anfield.
Ben White and boos - the latest chapter in a complicated relationship with England
The Arsenal defender scored, conceded a penalty and was the subject of fans' unhappiness on his first national-team appearance since 2022.
Managers on the rise: Cesc Fabregas – the tactical tyro ruffling the feathers of Serie A's traditionalists
The cultural resistance to Fabregas and the project of his club, Como, is intensifying with every win.
Mohamed and Al Hassan Toure were born in a refugee camp. Now they are dreaming of the World Cup
Both players are in contention to make the Australia squad and could play against the United States this summer.
England 1 Uruguay 1 - Tuchel experiments, untimely injuries and White's evening of extremes
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.
Netherlands 2 Norway 1 - How are the Dutch looking for the World Cup? How good is Kees Smit?
Analysis of the Netherlands' victory over Norway as teams prepare for this summer's World Cup.
Rugby Union
A-Levels and assists for Scarlets' Leggatt-Jones
Carwyn Leggatt-Jones has five try assists in his first four starts for the Scarlets. He also has A-Levels to sit.
Wales captain Williams excited by new chapter
Captain Kate Williams says she is excited by what the future holds for new-look Wales after a host of fresh faces came in for the 2026 Women's Six Nations.
Stretched Welsh clubs winless despite URC positives
Cardiff, Scarlets, Ospreys and Dragons had positives but no wins from round 14 of the United Rugby Championship.
Jorgensen reminded Brumbies of the value of star power in Super Rugby
The Brumbies are without some big names in 2026, and Waratah Max Jorgensen showed them what they are missing on Friday night.
Ulster get back to winning ways against Zebre
A disjointed Ulster side pick up a hard-fought and much-needed 28-12 win over bottom side Zebre in the United Rugby Championship in Parma.
Prem top four looks done and dusted after Northampton repel Saracens comeback
The Prem playoff contenders appear settled after Northampton’s 21-17 victory over Saracens at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Strange words to write for anyone who has covered this competition for any length of time, but we kind of know who the Prem semi-finalists are going to be.
Edinburgh's play-off hopes all but over after Stormers defeat
Edinburgh's United Rugby Championship play-off hopes are all but over after a 33-14 defeat by Stormers in Cape Town.
McParland earns Northampton late win over Saracens
Archie McParland scores a dramatic late try as Prem leaders Northampton Saints came from behind to edge out Saracens at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Quins end losing run and hit Bristol's top-four hopes
Harlequins end a six-game Prem losing streak with a dogged 18-14 win to spoil Bristol's return to the Principality Stadium.
Bristol’s Big Day Out turns sour as Harlequins and Isgró spoil the party
In theory Bristol’s Big Day Out concept in Cardiff had all the right ingredients. Here was a chance to attract a few more floating voters and show them a good time in one of the world’s great stadiums.
Basketball
Maxey returns as healthy 76ers rally past Hornets
Fully healthy for the first time in months, the 76ers' Big 3 of Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey helped stop a red-hot Hornets team for a critical road win.
Illinois' Underwood fulfills Final Four 'dream'
Keaton Wagler scored 25 points as Illinois beat Iowa on Saturday, sending the program to the Final Four for the first time in 21 years.
No. 1 Arizona into first Final Four since 2001
The No. 1 seed Arizona Wildcats are into their first Final Four since 2001 after beating No. 2 Purdue 76-64.
Timberwolves prep for Anthony Edwards' return after clank-fest against Pistons
All signs are pointing to Edwards returning Monday in Dallas, giving the Timberwolves a needed jolt as the playoffs near.
‘Future of this league’: MVP pair in fiery scenes again as Kings ace sends NBL title statement
The Sydney Kings have taken Game Three of the NBL Championship Series, beating the Adelaide 36ers 106–93 in front of a record crowd at Qudos Bank Arena, with 18,373 fans in attendance.
Wagler leads Illini to first Final Four in 21 years
Keaton Wagler scored 25 points in Illinois' 71-59 win over Iowa on Saturday, sending the program to the Final Four for the first time in 21 years.
Tournament picks: How to bet Tennessee-Michigan on Sunday; will Duke end UConn's run?
How to bet UConn-Duke and Tennessee-Michigan in Sunday's two round-of-eight games.
Broken horn delays Iowa-Illinois Elite 8 game
The Elite Eight matchup between Illinois and Iowa on Saturday was delayed 11 minutes by a broken buzzer at the Toyota Center.
Sources: Troy hiring NC State's Howard as coach
Troy is hiring NC State assistant Adam Howard as the school's new head men's basketball coach, sources told ESPN.
Vandy extends Byington after 2 straight NCAA bids
Vanderbilt extended the contract of coach Mark Byington after he became the first coach in program history to win 20 or more games each of his first two seasons.
NBABasketball
Doc Rivers Said Health Issues, Lack Of Depth, Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors Undid Bucks Season
The Milwaukee Bucks were officially eliminated from postseason contention after their home loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday. Following the games, Bucks coach Doc Rivers was asked about being eliminated and the reasons for the down season for Milwaukee.
Doncic hit with 1-game suspension for 16th tech
Lakers star Luka Doncic will be suspended for Monday's game against the Wizards after receiving his 16th technical foul on Friday.
Bucks eliminated from playoffs with blowout loss
The Bucks were officially eliminated from playoff contention with a blowout loss to the Spurs, ending the second-longest active playoff streak.
NBA suspends Luka Dončić for 1 game due to 16th technical foul of season
NBA rules require players to serve one-game suspensions after their 16th technical foul of the season.
Adama Bal, Grizzlies Sign 10 Day Contract
The Memphis Grizzlies have signed forward Adama Bal to a hardship 10 Day contract. Memphis ruled several players out for the season due to injuries. In addition, the Grizzlies have other players dealing with various non-season-ending injuries.
Doc Rivers Unsure If Kevin Porter Jr Will Play Again This Season
Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr's season may be coming to an early end. Porter is dealing with synovitis in his right knee. Bucks head coach Doc Rivers said he'd be "surprised" if Porter plays again this season.
How To Watch 76ers Vs Hornets, Live Stream, TV Channel, Prediction, Betting Odds
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How To Watch Pistons Vs TImberwolves, Live Stream, TV Channel, Prediction, Betting Odds
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The latest on the NBA Draft Lottery and the changes that are coming soon
NBA commissioner Adam Silver boldly announced this week that the league office takes this season's rampant Tanking Talk "very seriously" and insisted that "we are going to fix it ... full stop."That was Wednesday.
Bulls knocked out of postseason contention for first time since 2021. What now?
After a trade deadline fire sale and a winless February, the Bulls will go without a Play-In or playoff berth for the first time since 2021.
Cricket
Bangar: Kohli can raise his strike rate anytime
"There's a lot more to come from him," Rayudu says after Kohli's unbeaten 69 off 38 balls in RCB's dominating win over SRH in IPL 2026 opener.
'One of our poorer bowling performances' - SRH head coach Vettori
At the same time, he found positives in David Payne and Harsh Dubey.
King Kohli inspires record chase as Head fails to fire in IPL season opener
Virat Kohli hit an unbeaten 69 as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru thrashed Sunrisers Hyderabad by six wickets in the IPL season opener on Saturday, after a tribute in memory of the 11 fans who died in a stampede last year.
New-look Aussies to push the boundaries further: Wareham
Georgia Wareham believes Australia's batters can go bigger following a record-breaking effort in St Kitts.
Late wickets give South Australia edge in absorbing Shield final
South Australia strikes twice late on day four to snatch the momentum from Victoria in the Sheffield Shield final at Melbourne's Junction Oval.
Meet the teenager with the cricketing world at her feet
Mia Barwick is just 15 and a multi-sport prodigy, bound for cricketing glory. She's part of the next generation of female sporting stars — but with that comes pressure of the spotlight.
Aussies on song as Sultans begin PSL with excellent win
Multan's crop of Australians enjoyed their first outing of the new PSL season.
'Fresh' Kohli stars in IPL opener as RCB finish job in record time
Tim David has done a finishing job for RCB but played second fiddle to Virat Kohli in an emotional IPL opener.
Curran unsure of return date after IPL withdrawal
England and Surrey all-rounder Sam Curran says there is no timeframe on his return from a groin injury that has ruled him out of the Indian Premier League.
Mahela Jayawardene not worried by MI's long wait for sixth IPL title
Head coach expects experienced India players to slot back into their MI roles seamlessly.
College BasketballBasketball
Scheyer: Feel 'empathy' for fired UNC coach Davis
Duke's Jon Scheyer says he has 'empathy' for fired North Carolina coach Hubert Davis.
Foster, Demary rehab injuries ahead of Elite 8
Sunday's Elite Eight matchup between Duke and UConn features two injured point guards returning from injuries earlier than expected -- Duke's Caleb Foster and UConn's Silas Demary Jr.
How Arizona beat Purdue and Illinois defeated Iowa in Saturday's Elite Eight
The Wildcats and Fighting Illini are Final Four bound. Here's how they punched their tickets to Indianapolis.
The unlikely rise of Iowa's Ben McCollum, Bennett Stirtz: Division II to Elite Eight
Ben McCollum and Bennett Stirtz have won NCAA tournament games four straight years. This is their deepest run yet.
Vols make third straight Elite 8 with upset of ISU
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.
Izzo scoffs at retirement talk after Spartans' exit
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?".
Men's March Madness 2026: Ranking the remaining eight teams
The regional finals look a little chalky -- with 9-seed Iowa in the mix. Let's rank the teams once more.
Illinois curbs alcohol sales Sat. with Final 4 on line
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.
U-M rolls on behind Lendeborg's all-around show
Yaxel Lendeborg did a bit of everything in a brilliant performance Friday night, putting up 23 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists to lead Michigan past Alabama 90-77 and into the Elite Eight.
Reed, Karaban handle pressure, seal UConn win
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.
Ice Hockey
If the NHL playoffs started today: Projecting all 8 matchups and analyzing the teams
A handful of teams continue to jostle for playoff spots in the Eastern and Western Conferences, including teams just on the outside.
Injured Penguins Crosby, Malkin to sit vs. Stars
Penguins stars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin are day-to-day with injuries and will not play Saturday against the Stars, coach Dan Muse said.
NHL playoff watch: Guide to all 15 games on Showdown Saturday
With the postseason three weeks away, here's what to watch in each contest.
Could the St. Louis Blues still make the playoffs? Breaking down their remaining schedule
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?.
What we got right, and wrong, in our NHL bold predictions. Revisiting one for all 32 teams
With less than three weeks of the regular season remaining, we revisit our bold predictions. Which ones get a pass, fail or incomplete?.
The NHL playoff races heat up. Plus: Another trophy for MacKinnon?
Another busy one with 13 games last night, so let’s get you up to date on what’s happening around the league.
NHL Power Rankings: A focus for every team as playoffs approach
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.
Power Rankings: Each franchise's career playoff points leader
As the postseason approaches, who has the most points in each team's history?.
Playoff watch: Projecting the Red Wings' postseason chances
Detroit is running out of time to climb back into a playoff spot. Plus, full postseason bracket projections.
The NHL’s 9 most disappointing players of 2025-26, from failed swings to unexpected slumps
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.
NHLIce Hockey
Ranking the 10 best NHL first-round playoff matchups that are still realistically in play
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.
Crosby exits Penguins' win with lower-body injury
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.
Capitals' Ovechkin notches 34th career hat trick
Alex Ovechkin had his 34th career hat trick in the Capitals' 7-4 win over the Mammoth on Thursday.
Panthers' Rodrigues (finger) likely out for season
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.
NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
If the NHL playoffs started today: Projecting all 8 matchups and analyzing the teams
A handful of teams continue to jostle for playoff spots in the Eastern and Western Conferences, including teams just on the outside.
Sidney Crosby leaves Penguins game with lower-body injury against Senators
The Penguins captain headed directly to the dressing room after a shift late in the first period.
Celebrini, Schafer and who else? Build your future with dynasty ranks
Celebrini, Schaefer and Bedard are fantasy stars, but who are the other players to keep for the next five years?.
Sens' Chabot (broken arm) could miss 2 months
Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot will miss up to two months with a broken arm, coach Travis Green announced on Thursday.
'Don't move on, just move forward': How hockey helped Michigan's Michael Hage overcome tragedy
Fueled by the memory of his father, the Wolverines star looks to return to Las Vegas for the Frozen Four.
Golf
Hyo Joo Kim sets 54-hole LPGA record, up 4 shots
Hyo Joo Kim has a four-shot lead and a place in the LPGA record book.
‘Lucky I’m flexible’: Aussie’s escape act stuns as brain surgery survivor eyes emotional PGA win
Australia’s Min Woo Lee delivered the highlight of the day as brain surgery survivor Gary Woodland holds a one-shot lead heading into the final round of the Texas Children’s Houston Open.
Woodland stays in front by 1 stroke in Houston
Gary Woodland stayed one shot ahead of Nicolai Hojgaard at the Houston Open and has his first 54-hole lead since his 2019 victory at the U.S. Open.
Four inside the top 10! Aussie golf stars dominate $10m Houston Open
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.
N. Korda hits stride, leads by 2 shots in Phoenix
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.
Woodland surges to 3-shot lead at Houston Open
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 arrested on suspicion of DUI after car crash
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 involved in Florida rollover crash
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.
‘Signs of impairment’: Tiger Woods snapped leaving jail after arrest as charges revealed
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.
Waring leads, Woodland 1 back at Houston Open
Paul Waring opened with a 7-under 63 for a one-shot lead over Gary Woodland at the Houston Open.
American Football
Commanders confident in LB core if Wagner gone
The Commanders noted the value of veteran free agent LB Bobby Wagner's leadership but said they are confident in the players they've added at his position.
How much difference will the Giants' focus on special teams make?
There's an emphasis on improving special teams under John Harbaugh, but the runway to winning is to be determined.
Athletes train for almost every scenario. But there’s a stressor sports hasn’t caught up to
Social-evaluative threat has always been part of sports. What's changed is the dosage.
Ole Miss QB Chambliss clears hurdle to play in '26
A significant legal hurdle for Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to play in 2026 was cleared Friday.
Florida AG calls NFL's Rooney Rule unlawful; league says it is 'consistent with the law'
The Florida attorney general demanded that the NFL stop enforcing the Rooney Rule for its three Florida-based franchises.
Former All-Pro Raiders center Barret Robbins dead at 52
Robbins spent his entire NFL career with Oakland from 1995 to 2003, winning All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors in 2002.
Former Raiders center Robbins dies at age 52
Former Raiders center Barret Robbins has died at age 52.
Florida AG challenges NFL to abolish Rooney Rule
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.
Robert Griffin III invited to USA flag football training camps after performing at national team trials
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, ex-Raiders All-Pro who went missing before Super Bowl, dead at 52
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.
NFLAmerican Football
Bills bring back Hamlin on one-year contract
The Bills have re-signed safety Damar Hamlin to a one-year contract after his 2025 season was cut short by injury.
NFL teams could sell preseason game rights to streaming platforms: Source
The proposal is expected to be discussed at the league meetings in Phoenix next week.
Safety Damar Hamlin re-signs with Bills on 1-year deal
Hamlin is back for a sixth season with the Bills, more than three years after suffering a cardiac arrest during a game.
LSU's Mansoor Delane leads group of top 8 DBs in 2026 NFL Draft class: Insights from 'Football 301'
Yahoo Sports’ “Football 301” podcast had a deep discussion on defensive prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft.
Lions' Terrion Arnold referenced in texts tied to robbery, kidnapping plot, records show
Arnold has not been charged, and did not send or receive any of the text messages discovered by investigators.
Ted Ginn Jr., AJ McCarron and Chris Redman begin pro coaching careers in familiar spots
The UFL comes out swinging in Columbus, Louisville and Birmingham with familiar college stars as coaches.
What positions do the Bills still need to address? We break down the roster
With the height of free agency over and ahead of April's draft, let's see where Joe Brady & Co. can still add.
Latest NFL draft buzz: Ty Simpson's pro day, Jeremiyah Love's ceiling and more
Is Jeremiyah Love really a possibility for the Titans at No. 4? Our draft experts weigh in with new intel.
A former NFL GM's must-draft board for 2026: Tannenbaum pounds the table for 14 prospects
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.
What's next in the James Pearce Jr. case? What are the options for the Falcons and NFL?
Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. faces three felony charges and could face trial in May, putting his future with the team in doubt.
ATPTennis
Who has completed the ‘Sunshine Double’? Sinner aims to join exclusive list in Miami
Jannik Sinner will aim to add his name to an exclusive list in ATP Tour history on Sunday at the Miami Open presented by Itau. If the No.
Bolelli/Vavassori clinch maiden Masters 1000 crown in Miami
Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori ended their wait for an ATP Masters 1000 trophy in style on Sunday afternoon at the Miami Open presented by Itau.
Nadal applauds Landaluce for Miami surge: ‘On to the next challenges’
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.
Sinner eyes ‘Sunshine Double’ as Lehecka looms in Miami final
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.
How much prize money will the Miami champion earn?
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.
What is the 2026 clay season calendar on the ATP Tour?
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.
Inside Sinner's sensational serving surge
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.
What time is the Sinner vs. Lehecka Miami final?
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.
Sinner continues Zverev domination, reaches Miami final
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.
Lehecka locks in, sinks Fils in Miami to reach maiden M1000 final
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.
Tennis
Sabalenka outlasts Gauff in 3 sets for Miami title
Aryna Sabalenka earned her second straight title at the Miami Open with a 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 win over Coco Gauff in Saturday's final, completing the "Sunshine Double" by also winning Indian Wells earlier in the season.
Sabalenka wins Miami title to become first to complete Sunshine Double since 2022
Aryna Sabalenka defeated Coco Gauff in three sets on Saturday afternoon to win the Miami Open and in doing so, become the first player since Iga Swiatek in 2022 to complete the Sunshine Double. It's her 24th career WTA singles title.
Anisimova withdraws from 2026 Charleston Open
World No. 6 Amanda Anisimova has pulled out of the 2026 Credit One Charleston Open, citing an injury.
Sinner tops Zverev, on track for 'Sunshine Double'
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.
Djokovic out of Monte Carlo in latest withdrawal
Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the Monte Carlo Masters after skipping the Miami Open with a right shoulder injury.
Goffin announces 2026 will be his last season on Tour
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.
Vote: What was the best shot of the Miami Open?
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.
Kouame, Monfils receive Monte-Carlo wild cards
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.
Djokovic withdraws from Monte-Carlo
Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the 2026 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, the tournament announced on Instagram Stories on Friday. The former No.
Bernabeu to host clay-court practice during Madrid Masters 1000
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.
WTATennis
Anisimova closes chapter with coach Vleeshouwers: 'Thank you for everything'
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.
Miami Open final: Making the case for Sabalenka and Gauff
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.
Sabalenka vs. Gauff: Everything to know about the Miami Open final
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.
Charleston Open 411: Dates, who's playing, prize money and more
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.
Sabalenka's win over Rybakina sends her to second straight Miami final
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.
Six for Six: Gauff breaks down Muchova to reach first Miami Open final
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.
Origin story: Paolini recalls being a ball kid for Errani in 2009
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.
Sabalenka, Rybakina, Swiatek headline loaded Madrid field
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.
Thursday semis preview: Who wins the latest chapter of the Sabalenka-Rybakina rivalry?
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.
Timely breaks lift Sabalenka past Baptiste as Rybakina rematch looms in Miami semis
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.
NBLBasketball
Greatness rises: Goorjian in awe of Davis, Cotton brilliance
Sydney Kings coach Brian Goorjian, during his 871 games in the NBL, has witnessed countless incredible performances on the court. One to add to that list is Kendric Davis’ incredible Game 3 showing on Sunday against Adelaide.
Who stood up? Who fell short? Every player rated from Game 3
NBL Champion Mark Worthington has rated all the key players from Friday night's Game 3, with the Kendric Davis and the Sydney Kings prevailingh by 13 points over Adelaide. Game 4 in Adelaide will tip off on Wednesday at 7.30pm AEDT, live on ESPN & 10 Drama in Sydney and Adelaide.
“We didn’t have a chance”: Wells unloads on whistles
Adelaide coach Mike Wells says he will review the full game before deciding whether to formally raise concerns with NBL referees boss Scott Butler, but did not hide his frustration over the lack of fouls called in his team’s favour on Sunday.
WATCH: Sydney v Adelaide Game 3 highlights
The Sydney Kings bounced back in devastating fashion, with a 13-point win over the Adelaide 36ers on Sunday afternoon to claim a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five Championship Series. Led by Kendric Davis, the Kings welcomed a record NBL crowd for another huge game at Qudos Bank Arena.
"I want to be the future of this League": Davis
After the ending to Game 2 on Friday night, the pressure was on Sydney Kings star Kendric Davis heading into Sunday’s clash with Adelaide.
Davis lifts Kings in front of record crowd
The Sydney Kings took control of Game 3 of the NBL Championship Series in the last quarter with Kendric Davis dominant to lead his team to within one win of a title beating the Adelaide 36ers 106-93 in front of a record Qudos Bank Arena crowd.
18,373: Game 3 attracts biggest crowd in NBL history
The excitement around the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Championship Series has seen Game 3 attract the competition’s largest ever crowd. 18,373 fans attended the sellout Finals fixture at Qudos Bank Arena on Sunday, as the Sydney Kings took on the Adelaide 36ers.
Aussies Abroad: Landale steps up for Hawks against Kings
Jock Landale has stepped up as fellow Australian Dyson Daniels rested an injury and their surging Atlanta Hawks claimed a valuable win in the push for direct entry to the NBA playoffs.
How to watch & talking points: Sydney v Adelaide (Championship Series, Game 3)
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.
“Poking the bear”: Goorjian downplays heated Cotton-Davis clash
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.
MotoGPMotorsport
Marc Marquez handed Long Lap Penalty after Di Giannantonio crash
The reigning World Champion’s Sunday just got harder as he’ll have a penalty to serve.
Martin steals stunning Sprint win as drama takes the reins in Texas
The #89 attacks Bagnaia on the last lap, Marc Marquez clashes with Diggia and Bezzecchi slides out on an eventful Saturday.
Di Giannantonio beats Bezzecchi for back-to-back poles
A dramatic qualifying session sets up a tantalising grid – with Acosta third and Marc Marquez sixth in Texas.
Viñales sidelined from US GP, targets Jerez return
The #12 will undergo a minor procedure to remove a displaced screw fitted after his 2025 German GP crash.
Acosta takes charge in COTA FP1, Marc Marquez crash brings out red flag
The #37 was back to the top straight out of the crate on Friday whilst the reigning Champion suffered a far from smooth session.
Marc Marquez bounces back to go fastest on Friday, Ogura on the chase
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.
Marc Marquez bounces back to go fastest on Friday, Ogura on the chase
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.
Media Day Dispatch: the horsepower rodeo fires up at COTA
All the headlines, gossip and intrigue from Thursday in the USA as we get ready to go green.
COTA classics: The best of the USA GP
Sit back and enjoy as we look at some of the best moments, battles and races from the Circuit of the Americas.
HOT HEADLINES: MotoGP thunders Stateside for Round 3
After four wins on the bounce for Bezzecchi we arrive into true Marquez territory. So can the #72 defeat the king of COTA?.
MLSFootball
Matt Turner is in goal for US against Portugal, displacing Matt Freese
ATLANTA (AP) — Matt Turner was in goal for the United States for Saturday's friendly against Belgium, raising the possibility he has a chance to regain the Americans' starting job from Matt Freese at the World Cup.
USMNT center back crisis grows with Richards, Robinson ruled out with injuries
An already-thin position for the U.S. just got even thinner heading into two showdowns vs. top European opponents.
Lionel Messi has stand at Inter Miami's new stadium named after him
Miami's first game at the Nu Stadium will also be the official unveiling of the "Leo Messi Stand".
The time has arrived for the USMNT to end its Euro curse at the World Cup
The USA has a dismal World Cup record against European opponents - and the chance to change it.
Criticized at Copa América, Atlanta's grass has gotten a World Cup glow-up
Two years ago, Atlanta learned its lesson. Now, the World Cup – and USMNT friendlies – host has a new and improved playing surface.
Casemiro not thinking about reversing Manchester United decision
The midfielder confirmed his intention to leave the club on January 22, but has seen a recent upturn in form under Michael Carrick.
Mohamed Salah and Liverpool: Why the love affair ended – and what happens now
The Egyptian's departure has been a long time coming and Liverpool are already starting to plan for a future without him.
Inside Canada’s World Cup goalkeeper battle – and why nobody has claimed the job yet
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.
Bryan Zamble leads the way as a generation of African soccer talent heads for San Diego
The 18-year-old Right to Dream graduate from Ivory Coast scored on debut for San Diego.
Xherdan Shaqiri: My game in my words
Fittingly, the former Liverpool, Inter and Bayern star's mantra was: "If you never try, you're never going to score".
Miscellaneous
Columbus Clingstones pay tribute to fountain soda heritage with Refrescos de Fuente identity
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 Arrested for DUI After Another Rollover Car Crash
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 Re-Acquires Nicklaus Companies After $50M Lawsuit
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.
Kansas City Royals Brighten Their Blue for 2026
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.
Washington Wizards’ Cherry Blossom City Edition Uniforms Will Be Back In Bloom Next Season
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.
Browns Boost Stadium Investment Amid Public Funding Uncertainty
The Browns are digging deeper into their own pockets to finance the team’s $2.6 billion domed stadium in suburban Brook Park, Ohio.
Milwaukee Milkmen to play as Franklin Benjamins after fan contest
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.
NFL’s Washington Commanders to Unveil New Uniforms on April 15
The new uniforms will reportedly be heavily influenced by the Super Bowl-era alternate design the Commanders wore for three games in 2025.
Dallas Approves Deal As Wings Take Over $81M Practice Facility
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.
New Under Armour Jerseys Finally Arrive for QMJHL’s Saint John Sea Dogs
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.
College FootballAmerican Football
2026 college football SP+ rankings for all 138 FBS teams
The first SP+ rankings, plus strength of schedule and résumé SP+, for the 2026 season.
Barnes retiring as Oregon State athletic director
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.
IU's Cignetti rips transfer Marsh for gold cleats
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.
QB Simpson says he's 'absolutely' 1st-round pick
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.
Ranking college football coaches and teams that are likely to improve in 2026
Curt Cignetti reset how we view coaching turnarounds while Oklahoma State, with a new coach, has nowhere to go but up.
Which teams, coaches and players have the most to prove in 2026?
From bounce-back hopefuls to hot-seat candidates, these people need to get it right this season.
Ranking Ohio State's first-round receivers since 2022: How does Carnell Tate stack up?
Tate could be the WR1 of the 2026 draft. But how does he compare to the stars that came before him?.
Illini make OC Lunney their highest-paid assistant
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.
Kiffin: 'Ton of work' remains to turn around LSU
Lane Kiffin cautioned that LSU's turnaround into the program he envisions won't "happen overnight" and that "a ton of work" remains.
Jackie Robinson joins EA Sports College Football 26 in Record Breakers Vol. 3
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.
WNBABasketball
Sources: Sun sold, will relocate to Houston in '27
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.
WNBA's Tempo win coin toss, opt for No. 6 pick
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.
WNBA's CBA: 10 biggest wins from new agreement
The CBA permanently and positively changes the WNBA's landscape. These are the wins, biggest strides and areas of compromise.
'The KING ... Shot by ME' -- Caitlin Clark photographs LeBron James at Lakers-Pacers
The Indiana Fever star was behind the lens as a credentialed photographer at Wednesday night's Lakers-Pacers matchup.
WNBA sets April 3 expansion draft for Fire, Tempo
The WNBA will hold an expansion draft for its new franchises in Portland and Toronto on April 3, the league announced Wednesday.
Dream to play 5 games at Hawks' home arena
The Dream will play five regular-season games at State Farm Arena, home to the NBA's Hawks, during the 2026 WNBA season.
How the new CBA will impact salaries in 2026
A'ja Wilson will likely get the $1.4 million supermax, while Caitlin Clark's rookie contract will pay over $500,000.
WNBA season may run to Nov. 21 under new CBA
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.
WNBA owners ratify 7-year CBA ahead of season
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 sign off on CBA, union prez says
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.
AFLWAussie Rules
AFLW Draft prospects to watch: Tall forwards abound in Class of 2026
Sarah Black looks at the leading prospects to be selected early at this year's draft.
A call went out, five players answered. How this junior program hit the jackpot
Ashburton's junior girls program has attracted five AFLW stars to help guide the next generation of players.
Important Bombers leader to remain on inactive list
Bess Keaney will remain on the inactive list for the Bombers.
'We'll make it work': Why Cats were willing to wait for AFLW footy boss
It was a long but rewarding road to becoming Geelong's general manager of women's football for Dom Condo.
How Roo's spectacular catch almost got her caught out
Tess Craven thought she'd have a few quiet games of cricket over summer but a social media post blew the secret.
Back for Mua: Veteran relishing being fully fit for once
After several pre-seasons scuppered by injury, Mua Laloifi is raring to go for 2026.
Four rule alterations announced ahead of 2026 AFLW season
Four rule alterations have been confirmed for the 2026 AFLW season.
Lions appoint veteran sports administrator as new women's footy boss
Danielle Smith has been appointed as Brisbane's new head of women's footy, replacing the departing Bree Brock.
Double-headers, big stadiums back on AFLW fixture agenda
The League has plenty to consider ahead of next season as clubs submit fixture requests.
Date for inaugural AFLW pre-season draft locked in
The AFLW pre-season draft will be held virtually on May 4.
Netball
Netballer explains absence after being separated from daughter at birth
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.
'We don't talk about it enough': Mum makes emotional return to Super Netball
The world's best goal keeper has sparked an important conversation about postpartum depression in her return to the Super Netball league.
Super Netball's Kiwi influx leaves sour taste for diehard Australian fans
Nine Kiwi players will feature in Super Netball for 2026, after the New Zealand governing body relaxed its national selection policy. But just like the green fruit, their influx has left a sour taste in the mouth of rusted-on Australian Diamonds fans.
Regional netball teams ousted from league over lack of footballers
Victoria's Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission has been contacted after a number of junior netball teams were axed from the Ballarat Football Netball league due to a lack of footballers.
Diamonds find 'identity' ahead of gold medal defence
Coach Stacey Marinkovich believes a refreshed Diamonds squad has found its "identity" ahead of attempting to become the first Australian netball team to defend Commonwealth Games gold.
All too easy for the Diamonds in sealing series win over Jamaica
Kate Moloney celebrates her 50-game milestone in style as the Australian Diamonds post a 32-goal victory over an understrength Jamaica in Perth.
Australia's netballers thrash Jamaica in first Test
The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
Diamonds eye timely glimpse of Jamaica in Test series
Australia's netballers expect to gain precious intelligence ahead of a showpiece tournament when they host Jamaica in a three-Test series.
Diamonds bolster defence for Jamaica series as Commonwealth Games loom
Australia's netball hierarchy settles on a replacement for an injured defender ahead of the Diamonds' three-Test series against Jamaica.
Super RugbyRugby Union
NRL stars react as Lomax decides playing future with new rugby ‘dream’
Zac Lomax’s immediate playing future has been decided, with the former NRL winger signing a two-year deal with Rugby Australia and the Western Force.
A-LeagueFootball
Goalkeeper hauled off at half-time as howler sparks A-League rout before coach resigns
A comical own goal from Wellington goalkeeper Josh Oluwayemi sparked a 5-0 thrashing by Auckland FC, prompting coach Giancarlo Italiano to dramatically announce his resignation in the post-match press conference.
Jerseys of nations ‘involved in major conflict’ banned from A-League multicultural round
The A-League has been accused of undermining social cohesion after banning fans from wearing jerseys of nations “currently involved in major conflicts” ahead of this week’s multicultural round.
Major Socceroos blow as World Cup goal scorer’s injury likely to ruin chances of call-up
Veteran winger Craig Goodwin’s hopes of being chosen in the Socceroos’ FIFA World Cup squad are in tatters, with the Adelaide United skipper set to spend up to three months on the sidelines after injuring his groin.
‘What’s happened in this country?’: Roar coach’s ‘pre-judged’ claim in extraordinary ref tirade
Brisbane Roar coach Michael Valkanis has launched an extraordinary tirade after being shown a red card for the second time this season following his team’s sixth defeat in seven games on Saturday.
‘Heartbroken’: Tributes flow for celebrated former A-League coach after tragic death
The Australian football community is mourning the death of former Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar coach Rado Vidosic.
Teenager announces A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick; City embarrassed
Adelaide United teenager Brody Burkitt announced his A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick to sink Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.
Teenage girl wearing jersey with Palestinian flag refused entry to Sydney A-League game
Exclusive: Girl had to agree to remove shirt before being let into Allianz Stadium on Sunday night.
‘Damaging and disappointing’: Ugly twist in A-Leagues debacle as investor takes shock swipe
Spurned investor Damon Hanlin has slammed the Australian Professional Leagues, saying he had been “encouraged” to be Central Coast Mariners’ “financial stabiliser” by the club’s outgoing chairman before being denied the chance to become the A-League outfit’s official owner.
‘Nothing ever happened’: Skipper hits back after groundbreaking Aussie’s homophobia claims
Australia’s first openly gay male professional footballer, Josh Cavallo, has accused Adelaide United of being homophobic — but the club’s captain has hit back.
Josh Cavallo claims homophobia drove him out of Adelaide United
Josh Cavallo has accused his former A-League club Adelaide United of homophobia and blocking him from playing after he came out as gay in 2021. The 26-year-old left the Reds last year and moved from Australia to England where he now plays non-league football.