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Formula 1

Why it’s all to play for at Mercedes in Canada

There will be plenty of eyes on Mercedes at the Canadian Grand Prix, with Kimi Antonelli leading team mate George Russell in the standings while the squad delivers their first upgrade package.

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Formula 1

Russell insists ‘no need to panic’ over championship gap

George Russell says that he is not thinking about the championship entering into the Canadian Grand Prix, a weekend that will see Mercedes bring upgrades to the W17.

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BBC

How Palmer and Foden lost ruthless Tuchel's battle for number 10 roles

Two years ago Phil Foden and Cole Palmer were England's future. Now, they cannot even get into the squad amid fierce rivalry for the number 10 role.

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Fox Sports

‘Morally wrong’: True reason behind club’s $375m expulsion from promotion play-off

Southampton were expelled from the promotion play-off because a fine would have been insignificant if they had won promotion to the Premier League, said documents from the Independent Disciplinary Commission released on Thursday.

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Fox Sports

‘Mind-blowing’ reality of AFL immortality... and why Pendles has answered age-old question

As Shane Burgoyne gathered with the footy greats at the MCG on Monday, he could not help but marvel at the Magpie who will set an unthinkable mark in the AFL for longevity on Saturday.

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BBC

Ex-Wales prop held heart in his hands after life-saving surgery

Former Wales international Rhys Thomas recently had a heart transplant in his hometown of Cape Town.

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BBC

Verstappen hints at F1 stay with racing set to go 'back to normal'

Max Verstappen says planned changes to Formula 1's engine rules for next year would return racing "almost back to normal".

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BBC

Thousands welcome home triumphant Villa as heroes

A sea of claret and blue floods Birmingham as fans celebrate the team's Europa League win.

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Cricket.com.au

Hayden's 'apex predators' leading Titans' IPL title push

Aussie batting coach has helped hone Gujarat's top three into a ruthless run-scoring unit as they roar into IPL title contention.

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BBC

Chelsea to rival Arsenal for Kroupi - Friday's gossip

Chelsea join Arsenal in the race for Eli Junior Kroupi, Fulham and Everton eye Harry Wilson, Manchester United want Sandro Tonali and Ederson, plus more.

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Football

The Guardian

Andy Robertson: ‘It was easy to fall in love with Liverpool – I’m fortunate Liverpool fell in love with me’

As he prepares to say farewell to the club, the veteran left-back considers the highs – and tragic lows – of a stellar career at Anfield.

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The Guardian

The chosen and the forgotten: Tuchel finalises his 26-strong England World Cup squad

While Friday morning is the official announcement, the makeup of the squad has become clear and contains some major surprises. Thomas Tuchel has a way to go to emulate his Brazil counterpart, Carlo Ancelotti, in terms of sheer spectacle when it comes to the announcement of a World Cup squad.

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BBC

Ultimate image for Saudi Arabia's football poster boy: Ronaldo wins title

Cristiano Ronaldo wins his first league title with Al-Nassr after three years in Saudi Arabia.

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The Athletic

Chris Richards' World Cup not in doubt despite USMNT star's ankle injury: Sources

Richards suffered an injury playing for Crystal Palace over the weekend, less than a month before the start of the World Cup.

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Fox Sports

‘Shocked and gutted’: Harry Maguire misses England’s World Cup squad... and his ‘disgusted’ MUM unloads

England defender Harry Maguire said he was “shocked and gutted” to have been left out of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad.

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The Athletic

Foden and Palmer are victims of Tuchel's cool pragmatism – but the warning signs were there

Two of England's most talented players will not be playing at the World Cup. Yet England's head coach has his reasons.

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BBC

Odegaard named captain as King of Norway announces squad

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is named captain of Norway's 26-man squad for this summer's World Cup.

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The Athletic

Cristiano Ronaldo's first Saudi league title: Conspiracies, tears and his future as SPL evolves

Cristiano Ronaldo has finally won the Saudi Pro League, but it has been a battle to get there and not without controversy.

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Yahoo Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in helping win first Saudi Pro League title with Al-Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 972nd and 973rd goals of his career as Al-Nassr beat Damac 4-1 on Thursday to clinch its first Saudi Pro League title since 2019. Knowing a win would mean beating out Al Hilal for the league title, Sadio Mané started the scoring by connecting on a 34th-minute header off a João Félix corner kick.

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BBC

'Still place for older gentleman' - O'Neill coy on Celtic future

Martin O'Neill says there is still a place in football management for "older gentlemen" as he keeps the possibility of extending his Celtic stay open.

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Rugby League

Sydney Morning Herald

Stuart blows up over NRL rules

Raiders coach Ricky Stuart blew up about NRL rule interpretations after Canberra lost to the Dolphins.

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Fox Sports

NRL 2026: Jai Arrow vows to fight motor neurone disease for daughter, gives thanks for support, social media, Rabbitohs, Broncos, Titans, Maroons, Round 12

Jai Arrow has vowed to fight motor neurone disease for his daughter, family and fellow sufferers of the heartbreaking disease and gave thanks for the support in a touching social media post.

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Fox Sports

From $1m scapegoat to the big move that finally unlocked him: Inside Brooks’ NRL ‘rollercoaster’

They are the story of 2026.

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NRL

'Be ready for anything': Shibasaki vows to lift for Maroons

A little over two months ago, Gehamat Shibasaki would have thought the chances of him adding a second State of Origin appearance to his tally were slim.

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Sydney Morning Herald

There is one player NSW can’t afford to lose. It’s not Nathan Cleary

NSW skipper Isaah Yeo says the return of this senior player to the side might just give the Blues the edge they need to reclaim the Origin shield.

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BBC

Warrington sign Leeds half-back Croft

Warrington Wolves sign Leeds Rhinos half-back Brodie Croft on a three-year deal for the 2027 season.

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Sydney Morning Herald

‘Never been so confused’: Stuart shirks questions, blasts officials in 108-second press conference

In a fiery two-minute press conference, Canberra coach Ricky Stuart took aim at the referees and bunker after a series of 50/50 calls fell the visitors’ way on Thursday night.

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Fox Sports

Ricky Stuart declares he has ‘never been so confused’ in stunning 108-second press conference

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has delivered a post-match sermon that last less than two minutes following the Raiders’ 30-22 loss to the Dolphins in the nation’s capital on Thursday.

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Sydney Morning Herald

NRL Highlights: Raiders v Dolphins - Round 12

The Canberra Raiders take on the Dolphins in Round 12 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at GIO Stadium, Canberra.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Maroons players back Slater to stay on as coach

Maroons players throw their support behind Billy Slater to remain head coach of the state team.

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NRLRugby League

Sydney Morning Herald

Johns perplexed by Smithies report

Andrew Johns questions why Raiders gun Morgan Smithies was placed on report for an elbow to the hand while on the ground.

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NRL

As it happened: Dolphins grind down Raiders

Follow all the action from Round 12 of the NRL Telstra Premiership on NRL.com's live blog.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Bizarre error gifts Big Red four points

A mistake when leaping for a high ball leaves players scrambling to collect the ball in goal, but Corey Horsburgh was the man to get it and plant it down.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Dolphins respond via Naufahu

The Dolphins respond on the scoreboard via Tevita Naufahu.

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Sydney Morning Herald

First Maroons, then Wallabies? Origin debutant hints at future defection

He used to battle Sam Walker in school rugby, and an Origin rookie has suggested a Wallabies push may one day beckon.

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Sydney Morning Herald

'Too easy': Stuart fires over early

Jed Stuart dazzles on the edge and snatches the first points for the Canberra Raiders.

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Fox Sports

Dolphins make history in title statement as Raiders star’s ‘ultimate sin’ says it all

The Dolphins have made history, winning four games in a row for the first time since their inception after defeating the Canberra Raiders 30-22 on Thursday night.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Tom Burgess lost his father to MND. He’s urging NRL to hold fundraiser for mate Jai Arrow

Former South Sydney star wants the NRL to introduce Try For Jai – a play on the Try July promotion – in aid of motor neurone disease after his former teammate was diagnosed with the condition.

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Fox Sports

Ominous warning on sleeping giant that could be ‘Panthers 2.0’: NRL Power Rankings

The Panthers and Warriors have further cemented themselves as the teams to beat while the Bulldogs continue to slide down the rankings.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Coach sets record straight on Gould's comments

Cameron Ciraldo contradicts two claims made by Bulldogs general manager Phil Gould amid the team's ongoing struggles.

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NFLAmerican Football

Yahoo Sports

Four Verts: Is Aaron Rodgers retiring a year too late? Plus 2026 schedule is a stress test, and we salute Jacoby Brissett

Across the NFL, rookies have reported to their minicamps, organized team activities (OTAs) have begun, and mandatory minicamps are right around the corner. Let’s catch up with some of the top storylines of the past couple weeks. (Stats via TruMedia unless otherwise noted.

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Yahoo Sports

Lions sign Jack Campbell to 4-year extension through 2030 season after declining LB's fifth-year option

Jack Campbell broke the news on Thursday that the 25-year-old linebacker’s inked a new deal with the Detroit Lions. “What’s up, One Pride Nation?” Campbell said in a video the Lions posted on social media. “Jack Campbell here.

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The Athletic

Lions, Jack Campbell reach deal that keeps LB in Detroit through 2030

Campbell made his first Pro Bowl in 2025 and was named first-team All-Pro.

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Yahoo Sports

Fernando Mendoza says Tom Brady told him the 'two variables' to being a good leader in the NFL

In April, the Las Vegas Raiders decided to bet their future on the right arm of Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza. After being selected with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Mendoza is expected to lead the franchise — both on and off the field — for many years to come.

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Yahoo Sports

Eagles' Nolan Smith Jr. arrested for allegedly driving 135 mph in Georgia

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested Friday on charges of speeding and reckless driving in Georgia, the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to ESPN. The 25-year-old Smith was clocked at 135 mph in a 70 mph zone on Interstate 16 in Twiggs County, Georgia.

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Andscape

‘The American Carnival:’ Halftime power rankings

‘The American Carnival’ is a yearlong cultural examination of the impact of the Super Bowl halftime show far beyond entertainment.

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The Athletic

This Week in Sports Trivia: May 21, 2026

How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.

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The Athletic

Travis Hunter, Mykel Williams, other 2025 NFL Draft first-rounders who need big seasons

Most of 2025's first-rounders will enter year two on firm ground, but there are several who still have something to prove.

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The Athletic

The NFL retains Brad Karp as lawyer after associations with Epstein revealed

The league is among the powerful institutions faced with decisions about known associates of the convicted sex trafficker.

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The Athletic

Writing off Aaron Rodgers misses the point. Why not just enjoy his final ride?

However Rodgers' final act ends, this will be a quest worth watching — one with a tinge of redemption and defiance.

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American Football

The Athletic

Eagles' Nolan Smith Jr. arrested on suspicion of speeding and reckless driving

Smith, 25, was arrested in Georgia, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office. He won two national championships with Georgia.

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Yahoo Sports

Do we believe Aaron Rodgers' retirement plans? + Rashee Rice's legal woes (ft. Emmitt Smith & Marshawn Lynch)

. Subscribe to Inside CoverageApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeShould we take Aaron Rodgers’ retirement announcement at face value after the veteran QB spoke about his plans to hang it up after the 2026 season? Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes share their thoughts on Rodgers’ final season and the fate of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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Yahoo Sports

Raiders' Klint Kubiak says Brock Bowers is 'a football robot from heaven,' Fernando Mendoza is 'as advertised'

Klint Kubiak answered questions Wednesday after his Las Vegas Raiders’ latest OTA. As reporters probed about the first-year head coach’s approach to this phase of the offseason, he responded tamely, occasionally dishing out the coachspeak that sounds like a broken record at this time of year.

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Yahoo Sports

Aaron Rodgers' confirmation that this is his last season allows him the farewell tour his career deserves

Aaron Rodgers said on Wednesday that this will be his final NFL season. It’s OK to be skeptical. Rodgers has teased retirement before.

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Yahoo Sports

Joe Burrow calls 2026 Bengals the 'most talented roster that we've had'

For all his excellence, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is still searching for his first Super Bowl title. In some seasons, his injuries have disrupted the team’s chances. But when he’s stayed healthy, he’s been let down by his supporting cast.

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The Athletic

Aaron Rodgers says 2026 will be his final NFL season

Rodgers agreed to a one-year deal with the Steelers last weekend.

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Yahoo Sports

Aaron Rodgers says this will be his last NFL season after Mike McCarthy helped pull him back to the Steelers: 'This is it'

There will be no further offseasons of intrigue around Aaron Rodgers’ playing status. So says Aaron Rodgers.

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Yahoo Sports

Sean McVay regrets how he handled trade of QB Jared Goff: 'Would I do it differently now? Absolutely'

On March 18, 2021, the Los Angeles Rams traded quarterback Jared Goff and a package of draft picks to the Detroit Lions for QB Matthew Stafford. Rams head coach Sean McVay has talked in the past about his regret over how the trade went down behind the scenes and how he handled it.

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The Athletic

Joe Burrow raves about Bengals' 'most talented roster' in his career

The quarterback says he is pleased with Cincinnati's draft, free-agent signings and trade for Dexter Lawrence.

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Yahoo Sports

NFL regression candidates: Patriots and Bears will have a tough time repeating in their divisions

It doesn’t seem like only 16 months ago that the Washington Commanders were the talk of the NFL. The Commanders, with then-rookie Jayden Daniels, upset the No.

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NBABasketball

Yahoo Sports

LeBron James admits Thunder 'out-talented' Lakers in playoffs, says he's waiting to make call on NBA future

The Oklahoma City Thunder had the Los Angeles Lakers’ number this season. The defending NBA champion Thunder have asserted their dominance across the league, but their excellence against the Lakers was particularly eye-catching.

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Yahoo Sports

Where to watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs. New York Knicks Game 2 NBA playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Thursday, May 21

The Cleveland Cavaliers will try to even their Eastern Conference finals series against the New York Knicks. The Knicks won the opener in overtime on Tuesday after rallying from a 22-point deficit in the fourth quarter — the second-largest fourth-quarter comeback in NBA playoff history.

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The Athletic

Thunder forward Jalen Williams to be evaluated daily after Game 2 injury

Williams left OKC's Game 2 win over San Antonio after only seven minutes to receive treatment on his hamstring.

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RealGM

LeBron James Says Free Agency Decision Could Stretch Into August

LeBron James said he has not yet turned his attention to whether he will play a 24th NBA season, telling listeners of his podcast "Mind the Game" that a decision on his future is unlikely before late July or August.

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RealGM

De'Aaron Fox Will Be Game Time Decision Again For Game 3 With High Ankle Sprain

De'Aaron Fox will be a game time decision for Game 3 again with a high ankle sprain. Fox was out for both Games 1 and 2 of the Western Conference Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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RealGM

Cavaliers Were 'Just Rooted In The Culture Of LeBron' When Beginning Rebuild In 2018

When LeBron James left the Cleveland Cavaliers for the second time in 2018, the franchise had no foundation to fall back on. The Cavaliers did have the Brooklyn Nets first round pick that year from the Kyrie Irving trade as well as their own future draft picks.

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RealGM

James Harden, Cavs Have No Predetermined Contract Agreement In Place

While James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers have mutual interest on agreeing to a new contract this offseason, his performance during the Eastern Conference Finals could impact the size of the deal, reports ESPN. This implies that the two sides do not necessarily have a predetermined agreement in place.

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Yahoo Sports

OKC's tactics, Cleveland’s collapse & big changes coming in Dallas, Minnesota & Milwaukee

Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh recap Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs.

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The Athletic

A Kobe Bryant cameo is making a 2018 Yasiel Puig baseball card worth thousands

Puig cards generally aren't worth much today, but the coincidental presence of Kobe Bryant is making one card an exception to that.

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RealGM

Koby Altman Signed Extension With Cavaliers Last Offseason

Koby Altman and the Cleveland Cavaliers signed a contract extension after the 2024-25 season when they won 64 games and finished the regular season first in the Eastern Conference, but were eliminated by the Indiana Pacers in the second round in a five-game series.

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Basketball

Yahoo Sports

Knicks-Cavaliers Game 2 ticket prices at MSG higher than all 3 series games in Cleveland combined

New York Knicks playoff tickets at Madison Square Garden are a hot item, as you can imagine, and the get-in prices for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals are soaring after their series-opening win on Tuesday night.

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Yahoo Sports

Pistons offseason outlook: Offense has to be the focus

It's quite the achievement winning 60 games, just two seasons after losing 68, and that is something the fanbase will always be able to hang its hat on as it looks back on this season. Because, if we're being honest, this team was never on firm ground as it headed into the 2026 playoffs.

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RealGM

LeBron James Expected To Play At Least One More Season

LeBron James has yet to decide if he will continue his career next season, but the indications throughout the season have been that he intends to play for a 24th NBA season.

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Yahoo Sports

Why the Knicks will face an uncomfortable decision if they get off to another slow start against Cavaliers

NEW YORK — Kenny Atkinson understood what Mike Brown was thinking.

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RealGM

Dallas Wings vs. Atlanta Dream Live Stream: Watch WNBA Season 2026 on YouTube TV

The 2026 WNBA regular season brings an intriguing rematch to the Peach State tonight, Friday, May 22, as the Dallas Wings (3-2) travel to face the Atlanta Dream (2-1) at the Gateway Center Arena.

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Yahoo Sports

New York Knicks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Where to watch Game 2 tonight, tipoff time, conference finals schedule and more

The New York Knicks won Game 1 of the Eastern Conference final series against the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-104 in overtime on Tuesday, making an impressive comeback after falling into a 22-point deficit early on to take the series lead. Game 2 will tip off at Madison Square Garden on Thursday at 8 p.

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RealGM

Los Angeles Sparks vs. Phoenix Mercury Live Stream: Watch WNBA Season 2026 on Prime Video

The 2026 WNBA regular season heats up with a highly competitive Western Conference battle tonight, Thursday, May 21, as the Los Angeles Sparks (1-3) travel to Arizona to face the Phoenix Mercury (2-3) at the Footprint Center.

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RealGM

Hollinger & Duncan: Conference Finals; Coaching Changes; Tradeable Centers; Detroit's Offseason

John Hollinger and Nate Duncan discuss where the conference finals are going from here after two crazy Game 1s, break down the firing of Jason Kidd and the hiring of Jamahl Mosley (22:22), discuss the trade market for first-rounders with the lottery changes 31:39 and hit on which centers might be acquirable this offseason, and finally assess how the Detroit Pistons can get better to truly compete for a championship.

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RealGM

Golden State Valkyries vs. New York Liberty Live Stream: Watch WNBA Season 2026 on Prime Video

The 2026 WNBA regular season presents a premier coast-to-coast marquee matchup tonight, Thursday, May 21, as the expansion Golden State Valkyries (2-1) look to conquer Brooklyn when they take on the New York Liberty (2-1) at Barclays Center.

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Andscape

Jared McCain brings ‘contagious energy’ to Oklahoma City Thunder

OKLAHOMA CITY — Showcasing an unapologetic Generation Z persona, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain dons multicolored painted nails with creative designs.

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NHLIce Hockey

Yahoo Sports

Where to watch Montreal Canadiens vs. Carolina Hurricanes Game 1 NHL playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel for Thursday, May 21

The Montreal Canadiens and Carolina Hurricanes open the Eastern Conference finals. Montreal advanced after defeating the Buffalo Sabres in seven games. The Hurricanes swept the Philadelphia Flyers in four games.

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The Athletic

Anaheim Ducks' Troy Terry to undergo hip surgery; recovery timeline not yet known

Terry often skipped practices and morning skates late in the season and during the playoffs to receive treatment.

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The Athletic

Have the Canadiens pulled off the best quick-turn rebuild of the NHL's cap era?

That Montreal rapidly shifted from a full-scale rebuild to a contender almost overnight is uniquely impressive in today's league.

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The Athletic

The Hurricanes set a modern NHL record for playoff rest. Will it help or hurt?

This year's Hurricanes will play Thursday for the first time in 11 days, the second-longest break between playoff series in NHL history.

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The Athletic

A title, an upset and revenge. Plus: Aaron Rodgers' impending retirement

The Pulse Newsletter ???? | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Enjoy the ride today.

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The Athletic

Sidney Crosby isn't close to retiring, wants to play 'for as many years as possible'

Crosby is signed for one more year, the 22nd of his career. Only 13 players in NHL history have played more seasons.

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The Athletic

Mitch Marner in the NHL playoffs: The many truths (and myths)

Things could have been a lot different had Toronto gotten the star version of Marner that Vegas is getting now in the Stanley Cup playoffs.

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The Athletic

Kevyn Adams talks: On Sabres success, belated vindication and what's next — 'Can't wait to get back'

Adams watched the team he built reignite hockey in Buffalo this season — after he was fired. "I’m just happy for the Sabres," he says now.

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The Athletic

Dylan Coghlan, after 1,615 days between NHL goals, becomes a Golden Knights hero in Game 1

Coghlan played four seasons, for seven different teams, between goals, but delivered in a crucial moment and might have changed his career.

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The Athletic

Gavin McKenna vs. Ivar Stenberg: Who's the 2026 NHL Draft's top winger?

McKenna and Stenberg are both 5-foot-11 wingers with elite scoring track records.

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Ice Hockey

The Athletic

After 8 months of dominance, the mighty Avalanche leave a tiny bit of room for doubt

With a Game 1 loss to Vegas, Colorado got a taste of true adversity for the first time in a while.

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The Athletic

With a new PWHL champion crowned, the league sets its sights on its hardest challenge yet

Amid Wednesday's celebration it was easy to forget, just for a moment, that the PWHL is undergoing a major transformation this offseason.

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The Athletic

NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings

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

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The Athletic

Avalanche vs. Golden Knights Game 1: Key takeaways as Vegas takes over in second period

Vegas took away home-ice advantage by winning the first game of the Western Conference final.

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The Athletic

Montreal Victoire rout Ottawa Charge to become first Canadian PWHL Walter Cup champions

The Victoire are champions at last after defeating the Charge in Game 4 of the PWHL Walter Cup Finals.

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Yahoo Sports

Where to watch Vegas Golden Knights vs. Colorado Avalanche Game 1 NHL playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel for Wednesday, May 20

The Vegas Golden Knights face the Colorado Avalanche, in the opener of the NHL’s Western Conference finals. The Golden Knights advanced to the West finals by beating the Anaheim Ducks in six games. The Avalanche beat the Minnesota Wild in five games.

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The Athletic

Buffalo Sabres sign head coach Lindy Ruff to 2-year contract extension

Ruff, 66, led the Sabres back to the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time in 15 years.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

MacKinnon, Andersen, Marner, Dobeš lead Stanley Cup playoffs MVP race

Here are the top Conn Smythe contenders from the four teams heading into the conference finals.

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The Athletic

Avalanche star Cale Makar will not play in Game 1 of Western Conference final due to injury

Makar was on the ice before the morning skate on Wednesday, but did not practice on Tuesday.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

What we learned about the 4 NHL teams eliminated in Round 2 of the 2026 playoffs

As four more teams shift into offseason mode, let’s take a look at what their losses say about their future trajectories.

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AFLAussie Rules

Fox Sports

‘Careful of my use of language’: Nicks concedes Crows’ reality as familiar ‘issue’ rears head

Crows coach Matthew Nicks has conceded that his side needs a couple of big scalps to rediscover “belief” in what remains a “frustrating” Adelaide season.

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Sydney Morning Herald

This NT community is in footy heartland, but has never produced an AFL player. Why?

Jake Niall flew to the remote Northern Territory to observe the local footy and the game’s progress in Arnhem Land. What he discovered was truly eye-opening.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 4 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Mitchell backs Hawthorn’s medical team after concussion test for ‘the Wizard’

Nick Watson passed a head injury assessment on Thursday night, but critics say it took too long to take him from the ground in Launceston.

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AFL

Rankine sent for scans as Crows bemoan missed opportunities

Adelaide has been left wondering 'what-if' after a nine-point loss to Hawthorn on Thursday night.

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Fox Sports

‘Don’t know how I passed it’: AFL reacts to Hawk’s 4-min delay as ‘thorough check’ questioned

The AFL is yet to reveal who was behind the call to remove Hawks star Nick Watson from the game after his nasty head knock in Tasmania.

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AFL

Hawks fire up after slow start to keep Crows at bay

Hawthorn's Launceston dominance continues with a nine-point win over Kuwarna.

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Sydney Morning Herald

'The Wizard' sparks Hawks with 'magic dust'

Hawthorn livewire Nick Watson pops up and snaps a goal against Adelaide.

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Sydney Morning Herald

The major twist to the Scott Pendlebury milestone guernsey saga

The 38-year-old will wear up to 12 jumpers in the match, all with his No.10 in gold – which the AFL approved late last month – and it was speculated they could each be worth about $25,000 at auction and $300,000 in totality.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 13 hours ago

Fox Sports

Hawks claim another Tassie thriller as Crows loss soured by star’s big blow

Hawthorn have broken their four-week win drought in a nine-point thriller over Adelaide in Tasmania.

Fox Sports • AFL → 14 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Loads of talent, but no AFL players

Jake Niall visits the footy mad town of Maningrida in Arnhem Land to understand why it’s so hard for Indigenous Australians from remote communities to get drafted.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 14 hours ago

Aussie Rules

ABC Sport

'Emotional' Hawks kick off Tasmania farewell by claiming Crows thriller

Blake Hardwick emerges the unlikeliest of heroes for Hawthorn as the Hawks record a nine-point win over Adelaide in Tasmania.

ABC Sport • AFL → 14 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘I hope they do it as well as we have’: Sam Mitchell’s challenge for the Devils to look after Tasmanian fans

Yet again Hawthorn and Adelaide fought out an absolute nailbiter in Tasmania on an action-packed night. Recap the major events here.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 15 hours ago

AFL

TEAMS: Freo star injured, key Blue out, Bombers make four changes

The teams for Friday and Saturday's round 11 matches are in, plus the squads for Sunday's games.

AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

AFL

Harley tipped to soar on big stage as milestones collide at MCG

Most of the fans will be there cheering on Collingwood legend Scott Pendlebury, but Harley Reid will be doing his utmost to spoil the party.

AFL • AFL → 16 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘Had enough of staying quiet’: Blues investigate podcast comments about female fan group

A host of ‘The Jumper Punch’ podcast has apologised for remarks that were perceived as violent, saying the comments about the ‘Besties’ supporter group were not malicious.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 17 hours ago

AFL

'We love the kid': Suns coach praises forward amid contract uncertainty

Weighing up his future, Jed Walter has made the most of his chances after injury opened the door for more regular AFL opportunities.

AFL • AFL → 17 hours ago

AFL

'Doesn't faze me': Scott dismisses rising scrutiny amid 1-9 start

Brad Scott says he isn't taking much notice of the scrutiny on him after the Bombers' poor start to the season.

AFL • AFL → 17 hours ago

ABC Sport

AFLW's 2026 fixture to feature women's and men's double-headers

A series of double-headers involving the women's and men's competitions will take place after the AFLW season begins in August.

ABC Sport • AFL → 17 hours ago

ABC Sport

Female AFL creators say vile comments 'just one example of what we deal with'

A video circulated across social media of a group of men laughing about how one of them would "beat the f***" out of a group of female content creators. .

ABC Sport • AFL → 17 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Why Pendlebury wasn’t invited to the draft

We talk to the recruiter who saw more in Pendlebury than others, a former teammate from up the road in Drouin, and the coach who guided his formative years.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 18 hours ago

Premier LeagueFootball

The Athletic

Southampton's Tonda Eckert authorised 'contrived' Spygate plan, commission says

The independent commission which heard the matter said there was a “deplorable approach” from Southampton.

The Athletic • Football → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

Phil Foden, Cole Palmer out of England World Cup squad, Ivan Toney and Kobbie Mainoo in

Foden, 25, returned to the England squad in November after not being involved in the three previous camps.

The Athletic • Football → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Premier League permutations: Liverpool vs Bournemouth in a Champions League play-off?

Why the race for fifth and sixth could be one of the key subplots on the final day of the Premier League season.

The Athletic • Premier League → 8 hours ago

The Athletic

'Spygate' - the fallout: Player fury, rivals' shock and a significant legal precedent

Analysing the decision to expel Southampton from the play-offs - and why the repercussions could be felt for years.

The Athletic • Football → 12 hours ago

BBC

Premier League winner on Tuesday, GCSEs on Thursday

Max Dowman is the youngest player in Premier League history and had to take his GCSE exams just days after sealing the title.

BBC • Football → 12 hours ago

BBC

Which clubs have never been relegated from the Premier League?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at which clubs have never been relegated from the Premier League.

BBC • Football → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

How Prince William celebrated with Aston Villa in Istanbul: Hotel after-party, dressing-room meet and Emery chats

The heir to the British throne, a Villa fan, was at the Europa League final and went to celebrate with the players afterwards.

The Athletic • Football → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

The generation of Arsenal fans who had never seen them win a title - until now

It is 22 years since the Premier League trophy belonged to Arsenal - some fans feared they would only know ridicule.

The Athletic • Football → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Who should be in England’s starting XI for the 2026 World Cup? Pick and share your own lineup

Thomas Tuchel will name his 26-man England squad for the 2026 World Cup on Friday. Some names are guaranteed and some have played their way into contention. Others have fallen away, due to injury or fading form.

The Athletic • Premier League → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

What Pep Guardiola should do next: Manage England? Back to Barca? Come to the U.S.?

Pep Guardiola is leaving Manchester City after 10 years, so we asked eight of our writers what they think he should do next...

The Athletic • Football → 13 hours ago

Miscellaneous

Front Office Sports

Rays $2.3B Stadium Plan Survives Narrow Tampa City Council Vote

The Rays, thriving on the field under new ownership, once again have initial local government approvals for a new ballpark. Now comes the tougher part.

Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 2 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

Please Hammers Don’t Hurt ‘Em: Hamilton AHL Team Unveils Name, Logo

Hamilton’s new AHL franchise has officially unveiled its name and logo, introducing the “Hamilton Hammers” identity with crossed sledgehammers, steel-inspired lettering, and colours borrowed from their NHL affiliate, the New York Islanders.

Sportslogos.net → 5 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

NHL Unveils Logos for 2027 Winter Classic and Stadium Series

The NHL's newly unveiled 2027 outdoor game logos lean into their hosts, with Utah's Winter Classic design featuring mountain peaks, desert rock formations, and a hidden mammoth tusk, while Dallas' Stadium Series logo centres around a giant silver star and the roofline of AT&T Stadium.

Sportslogos.net → 23 hours ago

Front Office Sports

Political Sparring Intensifies Over Bears’ $5B Stadium Future

The Bears’ stadium saga that has twisted and turned for more than three years is now coming down to a final set of high-stakes days, with the NFL’s team future hanging in the balance.

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

Sportslogos.net

CFL’s Montreal Alouettes Mark 80th Anniversary of Founding With Special Logo

They may have been in and out of the Canadian Football League over the past 80 years, but the Montreal Alouettes are still taking the opportunity to celebrate their history during the 2026 season.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

SL.Net Podcast: MLB Holiday Unis, Savannah Bananas, John Sterling Patch + More

Episode 12 of the SportsLogos.Net Podcast is here, with Chris Creamer and Paul Caputo discussing Major League Baseball’s latest round of holiday uniforms and a couple of other branding stories from around the sports world.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

USF Bulls Revive “Gold Standard” White Alternate Helmets For 30th Season

The Bulls made some slight changes to the helmets, however, shrinking the logo and adding an outline and flakes to make it more reflective. The post USF Bulls Revive “Gold Standard” White Alternate Helmets For 30th Season appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

San Jose Lands 2026-27 PWHL Expansion Team, Introduces Orange-and-Blue Colour Scheme

The Professional Women’s Hockey League rounded out its latest wave of expansion teams this week with the announcement of a new franchise in San Jose.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Trenton Thunder to play as Garden State Fighting Finches

The Trenton Thunder, a collegiate summer level baseball team in the MLB Draft League, will pay tribute to New Jersey’s state bird when they play one game as the Garden State Fighting Finches this season.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Front Office Sports

Volpe Brings Style to the Bronx

. The post Volpe Brings Style to the Bronx appeared first on Front Office Sports.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 4 days ago

Cricket

Fox Sports

Five-time champs eliminated as rival franchise seals biggest win in IPL history

Gujarat Titans beat Chennai Super Kings by 89 runs with a clinical all round performance in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Fox Sports • Cricket → 2 hours ago

Cricinfo

Gujarat Titans knock out CSK and seal top-two finish

The top order and their bowlers all came to the party as GT closed out their league stage in style.

Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

Gaikwad 'really proud' of CSK's performance in 'transition phase'

As for the Dhoni question, Gaikwad said we will only get to know "next year".

Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

BBC

Broad surprised by Robinson's England recall

Stuart Broad says he was "surprised" England decided to recall fast bowler Ollie Robinson for the first Test against New Zealand, which begins on 4 June.

BBC • Cricket → 5 hours ago

The Guardian

Two elbows in one arm: Usman Tariq on journey from car-parts firm to T20 Blast

After time working a regular job in Dubai, the Pakistan bowler is determined to thrive in the Blast for Warwickshire. A new country and a new set of umpires could mean fresh scrutiny for Usman Tariq.

The Guardian • Cricket → 6 hours ago

Cricinfo

High-flying RCB and SRH clash as battle for top-two spots heats up

Patidar is fit again, which leaves RCB with a tough selection call given Venkatesh Iyer's form.

Cricinfo → 7 hours ago

Cricinfo

CSA apologises for 'confusion' around New Year's Test tickets availability

The statement comes in after CSA faced backlash on social media over making just 13% of tickets for the Newlands Test available to the general public.

Cricinfo → 8 hours ago

Cricinfo

Exiled Afghanistan women to tour England during T20 World Cup

Afghan Refugee Women's Team will start their tour on June 22.

Cricinfo → 8 hours ago

Cricinfo

CSK bowl and bring back Gurjapneet, Short for Hosein, Prashant Veer

GT plan to bring in Prasidh Krishna when they bowl, and left out Sai Kishore.

Cricinfo → 9 hours ago

BBC

Afghanistan women's refugee team to tour England

The Afghanistan women’s refugee team will tour England this summer in their continued bid to be recognised for international competition.

BBC • Cricket → 10 hours ago

Motorsport

Formula 1

'Stories have been fabricated' – Ocon denies Haas rift rumours

Esteban Ocon has clarified that there is no rift between himself and the Haas Formula 1 team after rumours emerged online about turmoil between the Frenchman and American outfit following the Miami Grand Prix.

Formula 1 → 3 hours ago

Formula 1

Storylines to keep an eye on as F1 ACADEMY returns in Montreal

After an exhilarating opener in China, the F1 ACADEMY season continues with Round 2 in Montreal.

Formula 1 → 3 hours ago

Formula 1

Hamilton abandons ‘hit and miss’ simulator for Canada

Lewis Hamilton has prepared differently for the Canadian Grand Prix after struggling to align his simulator work and on-track performance.

Formula 1 → 3 hours ago

Formula 1

Stroll explains Aston Martin’s focus ahead of his home race

Lance Stroll is looking forward to his "favourite race of the year" on home soil in Canada, one in which Aston Martin will be hoping to build on the progress they displayed last time out in Miami.

Formula 1 → 3 hours ago

BBC

Hamilton says he has no plans to retire from F1

Lewis Hamilton says he has no thoughts about stopping racing in Formula 1 and insists he will "be here for quite some time".

BBC • Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

Formula 1

AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the build-up ahead of Canada

Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix weekend.

Formula 1 → 5 hours ago

Formula 1

Williams recruit Piers Thynne from McLaren for leadership role

Williams have announced several new appointments at the team, including former McLaren Chief Operating Officer Piers Thynne.

Formula 1 → 5 hours ago

BBC

Russell aiming to put 'turbulent' start behind him

Mercedes driver George Russell believes he can put a "turbulent" start to the season behind him at this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix.

BBC • Formula 1 → 7 hours ago

Formula 1

Trivia: Guess the track

“Guess the Track” puts your F1 knowledge to the test with a simple challenge: we show you a picture from a Grand Prix venue… and you tell us which track it is!.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

Formula 1

All you need to know about the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve

Formula 1 is back on track this weekend with the Canadian Grand Prix. But how much do you know about Montreal’s Circuit Gilles Villeneuve? F1.com present your all-in-one guide…

Formula 1 → 11 hours ago

Formula 1Motorsport

Formula 1

Facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2026 Canadian GP

As F1 heads to the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve for the Canadian Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.

Formula 1 → 11 hours ago

Formula 1

What is the Wall of Champions – and who has crashed there?

Formula 1 returns to action this weekend with the Canadian Grand Prix, held at Montreal’s Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. A unique blend of track characteristics, it features one of the biggest challenges on the F1 calendar – the so-called ‘Wall of Champions’.

Formula 1 → 14 hours ago

Formula 1

Best value early bets for the Canadian Grand Prix

We’ve assessed the latest F1 markets and selected some early bets offering the best value.

Formula 1 → 14 hours ago

Formula 1

Every F1 driver’s penalty points before Canada

Here are the number of penalty points that each driver holds ahead of Round 5 of the 2026 season, the Canadian Grand Prix.

Formula 1 → 14 hours ago

BBC

Meet the three Ellas racing through McLaren's F1 ranks

Ella Häkkinen, Ella Lloyd and Ella Stevens on horses, a Welsh dragon and their Rihanna-inspired nickname.

BBC • Formula 1 → 15 hours ago

Formula 1

How F1 drivers and strategists tackle the Canadian Grand Prix

In Formula 1, performance is decided in moments where conditions change instantly, and decisions carry consequence. The difference isn’t just speed – it’s perspective.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Win the Ultimate David Guetta Experience at Silverstone & Ibiza

F1 Unlocked is giving you and a guest the chance to experience the FORMULA 1 PIRELLI BRITISH GRAND PRIX 2026 in unforgettable style.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

The Villeneuves’ contrasting F1 style legacy

From Gilles Villeneuve’s red Ferrari overalls to Jacques Villeneuve’s peroxide hair and baggy race suits, this is the story of the Canadian family’s unmistakable Formula 1 style legacy.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

QUIZ: 10 questions about Canadian drivers in F1

Ahead of this weekend’s Grand Prix, challenge yourself on our quick fire quiz with 10 questions all about Canadian to have raced in F1.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Norris confident Montreal is ‘a track that suits’ McLaren

A stellar performance at the Miami Grand Prix gave Lando Norris the confidence that McLaren can thrive in Montreal.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Tennis

Fox Sports

Demon’s Djokovic collision course as Aussie teen handed brutal debut — French Open Draw

Australia’s Alex de Minaur will need to bring some of his best tennis to Paris as several tricky opponents stand in the seventh seed’s way before a potential quarter-final meeting with Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros.

Fox Sports • Tennis → 3 hours ago

WTA

Sabalenka, Rybakina, Gauff lead stacked Berlin field

Nine of the Top 10 players on the WTA Tour will play the Vanda Pharmaceuticals Berlin Tennis Open, led by Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula and Amanda Anisimova.

WTA → 4 hours ago

WTA

Mboko wins all-Canadian quarter as Navarro scores comeback in Strasbourg

World No. 9 Victoria Mboko advanced to her third semifinal of 2026 after defeating fellow Canadian Leylah Fernandez in Strasbourg. Emma Navarro reached her first semifinal since winning Merida last season.

WTA → 5 hours ago

WTA

Roland Garros draw: The paths for Sabalenka, Swiatek and Gauff in Paris

Defending Roland Garros champion Coco Gauff could meet countrywoman Amanda Anisimova in the quarterfinals, and Aryna Sabalenka is in the same section as Jessica Pegula. Plus, recent WTA 1000 champions Marta Kostyuk and Elina Svitolina are in the same quarter as four-time champion Iga Swiatek.

WTA → 9 hours ago

WTA

Roland Garros 411: Dates, draws, schedule, prize money and more

The 2026 French Open will feature four previous winners of the major and 10 total Grand Slam champions. From dates, prize money, seeds and format, here is everything to know about the clay-court swing's pinnacle event of the season.

WTA → 11 hours ago

WTA

Stephens qualifies for French Open main draw after comeback win

Former French Open finalist Sloane Stephens rallied from a set down to qualify for the Roland-Garros main draw. Austrian Sinja Kraus secured her first Grand Slam main-draw appearance, while former junior champion Alina Korneeva will play the women's main draw for the first time.

WTA → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

Novak Djokovic hires long-time friend and teammate Viktor Troicki in surprise coaching move

Novak Djokovic will head into the French Open with a revamped coaching setup, with Viktor Troicki stepping in as head coach, the 24-time Grand Slam champion confirmed on Wednesday.

Fox Sports • Tennis → 1 day ago

WTA

Stephens advances to French Open qualifying final round; Andreescu, Pliskova fall

Former US Open champion Sloane Stephens advanced to the final round of French Open qualifying with a straight-sets win over Lisa Pigato. However, former Grand Slam winner Bianca Andreescu and former world No. 1 Karolina Pliskova were both eliminated in the second round on Wednesday.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Sabalenka, Rybakina, defending champion Swiatek lead Wimbledon entry list

Defending champion Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina are two of four former winners on the 2026 Wimbledon main-draw entry list, while Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff are among the players aiming to lift the Venus Rosewater Dish for the first time.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Nahimana, Kabbaj make history for Burundi, Morocco in Rabat

Sada Nahimana became the first Burundian to defeat a Top 100 player and Yasmine Kabbaj became the first Moroccan to win a WTA match in 15 years with their first-round wins at the Grand Prix SAR La Princesse Lalla Meryem.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTATennis

WTA

Mboko, Fernandez set all-Canadian quarterfinal meeting in Strasbourg

Top seed Victoria Mboko posted her first clay-court win of 2026 over Lois Boisson in the Internationaux de Strasbourg second round, while Leylah Fernandez battled past Magdalena Frech in 2 hours and 48 minutes. The two Canadians will meet for the second time in the quarterfinals.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Clay-Court Power Rankings: Can Swiatek hold her ground heading into Roland Garros?

With the French Open right around the corner, it's time to look at our Clay-Court Power Rankings. While Iga Swiatek holds the top spot based on her historic dominance, a surging field has spent the past 12 months closing the gap behind her.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Andreescu cruises, Pliskova rallies to advance at Roland-Garros qualifying

Former US Open champion Bianca Andreescu and former world No. 1 Karolina Pliskova advanced to the second round of Roland-Garros qualifying on Tuesday. Pliskova rallied from a set down after a slow start, while Andreescu cruised past French teen Daphnee Mpetshi Perricard in straight sets.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Week in review: Svitolina hits a milestone, Andreeva charms and a doubles streak snaps

A record-breaking run makes Elina Svitolina the undisputed star of the week on the red clay. But who else took home our awards, which can't-miss shot shifted the championship match, and who pulled off the ultimate upset?.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

WTA celebrates Billie Jean King on her graduation from college

The WTA recognizes Billie Jean King following her graduation from California State University, Los Angeles, where the organization’s founder completed the degree she first began pursuing in 1961.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

'A dream come true': Go inside Sabalenka's 'Vogue' cover story

Aryna Sabalenka plays big -- and feels big, too. But as the World No. 1 and those closest to her recently described for the May digital cover story in Vogue magazine, channeling those emotions is what has brought her to the top of the WTA Tour Driven be Mercedes-Benz.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTA

Stephens, Zidansek, Trevisan advance in French Open qualifying

Former Roland-Garros finalist Sloane Stephens, and semifinalists Tamara Zidansek and Martina Trevisan opened French Open qualifying with victories Monday in Paris. Former junior champion Alina Korneeva also advanced while top seed Lanlana Tararudee suffered an early exit.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTA

With more at stake than a match, Oliynykova battles past Eala in Strasbourg

Oleksandra Oliynykova pulled off a thrilling comeback to defeat Alexandra Eala in the Internationaux de Strasbourg first round, and explained afterwards that she needed to win in order for her father -- on leave from the Ukrainian army -- to watch her live for the first time in two years.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTA

The history-maker becomes a history graduate: Billie Jean King finishes her degree at 82

After six decades of rewriting the rules of professional tennis and forcing systemic change for women worldwide, Billie Jean King returned to academia to close the loop on the one dream she left behind.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTA

Rankings watch: Cirstea, 36, becomes oldest player to make Top 20 debut

Sorana Cirstea is officially a Top 20 player for the first time at age 36 after her semifinal run in Rome, making her the oldest player in WTA history to debut inside the Top 20. Elina Svitolina rises to No.

WTA → 4 days ago

Rugby Union

BBC

'More appetite' to invest in Prem rugby says Gloucester owner

Gloucester owner Martin St Quinton says there is "more appetite" for new investment in Prem rugby now relegation has been scrapped.

BBC • Rugby Union → 5 hours ago

BBC

Tuima to leave Quins after seven years

England centre Lagi Tuima will leave Harlequins Women at the end of the season, after seven years at the club.

BBC • Rugby Union → 6 hours ago

BBC

Monaghan signs new Gloucester-Hartpury deal

Ireland second-row forward Sam Monaghan signs a new contract with Gloucester-Hartpury.

BBC • Rugby Union → 7 hours ago

BBC

Ulster 'have to fight with everything' in final

Ulster head coach Richie Murphy calls on his players to "fight with everything they have got" in Friday's Challenge Cup final with Montpellier.

BBC • Rugby Union → 7 hours ago

BBC

Balogun's journey to England debut after cancer diagnosis

Bristol Bears' Christiana Balogun on how it felt to make her England debut this spring, four years after being diagnosed with cancer.

BBC • Rugby Union → 10 hours ago

BBC

Bedford Blues 'ripe for investment' - Rayer

Bedford Blues' director of rugby Mike Rayer believes the Champ club is an attractive proposition for any potential investor.

BBC • Rugby Union → 11 hours ago

BBC

Exeter prop Painter signs new contract

Exeter prop Ehren Painter signs a new deal with the Prem club.

BBC • Rugby Union → 11 hours ago

BBC

Tigers full-back Steward undergoes thumb surgery

Tigers head coach Geoff Parling hopes the full back will be available for the play-offs.

BBC • Rugby Union → 12 hours ago

BBC

Fit-again Baloucoune starts for Ulster in final

Ulster are handed a major boost as fit-again winger Robert Baloucoune has been named to start Friday's European Challenge Cup final against Montpellier.

BBC • Rugby Union → 12 hours ago

BBC

Worcester will give everything at Ealing - Everard

Ealing are "out-and-out favourites" for Saturday's Champ play-off semi-final says Worcester head coach Matt Everard.

BBC • Rugby Union → 12 hours ago

MLBBaseball

The Athletic

The baseball antidote to doomscrolling. Plus: Sweeps should be a stat

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

The Athletic • MLB → 7 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong describes errors on back-to-back days as 'genuinely laughable,' reflects on tumultuous week

The Chicago Cubs have lost five games in a row and their grip on first place in the NL Central.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 7 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Where to watch New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Thursday, May 21

The New York Mets, ranked fifth in the NL East with a 21-28 record, face the Washington Nationals, who are third in the NL East with a 25-25 record.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 8 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Where to watch Toronto Blue Jays vs. New York Yankees: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Thursday, May 21

The Toronto Blue Jays, ranked third in the AL East with a 22-27 record, face the New York Yankees, who are second in the AL East with a 30-20 record.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 8 hours ago

The Athletic

These MLB veteran stars are struggling. Is it just a slump or are they in their decline period?

These eight star veterans are swinging cold bats. Their front offices will need to assess soon whether these players are declining.

The Athletic • MLB → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

Scouting MLB Draft prospect Brody Bumila, the Massachusetts phenom with plus velocity

Bumila is tantalizing as a 6-9 southpaw with a triple-digit fastball, but his secondary pitches aren't nearly as refined as the heater.

The Athletic • MLB → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

With Cam Schlittler and Ben Rice, Yankees have extended their championship window

The homegrown stars have meaningfully altered the Yankees' present — and future. They look capable of carrying the club into its next era.

The Athletic • MLB → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

Shohei Ohtani, Tampa Bay Ray? The proposed 2023 deadline deal that would've shocked baseball

The Angels could have sent the pending free agent to Tampa Bay for a package that included Junior Caminero. But owner Arte Moreno said no.

The Athletic • MLB → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

In MLB's pitch clock era, everybody's a base stealer now

Stolen bases are way, way up — but not because MLB is full of speedsters. Instead, the pitch clock has made thieving easier for wily vets.

The Athletic • MLB → 14 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Shohei Ohtani's 2-way brilliance returns, ace closer Mason Miller shows vulnerability and more: 5 takeaways from Dodgers-Padres series

Ever since the San Diego Padres launched themselves out of irrelevance at the beginning of the decade to become one of the main characters in the National League, their rivalry with the Los Angeles Dodgers has been one of the most intriguing storylines in MLB. This week at Petco Park, the two Southern California foes clashed for the first time in 2026, renewing the rivalry with a compelling three-game set that offered reasons for optimism on both sides.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 18 hours ago

Baseball

Yahoo Sports

Shohei Ohtani hits first-pitch leadoff HR, then lowers ERA to MLB-best 0.73

In a precautionary move to take the load off their superstar, the Los Angeles Dodgers kept Shohei Ohtani out of the lineup for his three previous starts as a pitcher. They decided to make him a two-way player again Wednesday. They were rewarded.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

MLB's most surprising team has reached the .500 mark. Now they're asking: 'why not us?'

“The word ‘rebuild’ is kind of stupid because it kind of looks over us,” Jacob Young said. “Somebody surprises someone every year.”.

The Athletic • MLB → 22 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Rays use 4-run eighth to beat Orioles, complete MLB-best sixth sweep while improving to 21-4 in past 25 games

The Tampa Bay Rays’ early-season trip to the Bronx is on the horizon. But first, there was bedlam at Tropicana Field. A Rays team with the best record in baseball again proved why it can’t be counted out Wednesday during a comeback win over the Baltimore Orioles.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 23 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

What's the latest on Tarik Skubal? And is there a chance the Tigers trade him?

The Detroit Tigers are not having the season they expected in 2026. After a rough first two months, they are in fourth place in the AL Central and nine games under .500. On the latest episode of “Baseball Bar-B-Cast,” hosts Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discussed what has gone wrong for the Tigers this season.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos undergoes Tommy John surgery

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos underwent surgery on Wednesday with the intent to repair a stress fracture on his elbow. He ended up undergoing a full Tommy John procedure.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Blue Jays' José Berríos undergoes Tommy John surgery, out at least a year

Berríos had been a durable rotation presence since joining the Jays in 2021, but he won't throw a single inning for the team this year.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

New York Times

Sam Sianis, ‘Cheezborger’-Flipping Owner of Chicago’s Billy Goat Tavern, Dies at 91

His dive bar became famous thanks to Mike Royko’s columns, a baseball curse and a “Saturday Night Live” skit.

New York Times • MLB → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

6 big questions for the 2026 MLB Draft: Will the White Sox take Roch Cholowsky at No. 1?

We are less than two months away from this year’s MLB Draft, slated to begin Saturday, July 11, as the first official event of All-Star week in Philadelphia. As the draft approaches, I’ll release my annual ranking of the top 50 prospects in the class.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

What will the Lakers look like with top Dodgers execs helping lead the way? That's the big question in L.A.

Andrew Friedman’s job was fairly straightforward.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Tarik Skubal eyes quick return to the Tigers, injuries continue to pile up, Dylan Crews returns to Nationals & early 2026 Draft preview

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Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

MLSFootball

The Athletic

Apple to broadcast MLS game shot on iPhone: More about promotion than end product?

Saturday's game between the LA Galaxy and the Houston Dynamo will be shot entirely on an iPhone 17 Pro.

The Athletic • MLS → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Picking the USA 2026 World Cup squad: A final projection of Pochettino's 26-man roster

The U.S. World Cup team will be set in a matter of days. Here's what we think Mauricio Pochettino will do.

The Athletic • Football → 13 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Thorns set record for shutout minutes at home in 2-0 win over Bay FC

M.A. Vignola and Mallie McKenzie each scored and the Thorns broke the NWSL record for shutout minutes at home with a 2-0 victory over Bay FC on Wednesday night. The Thorns passed the regular-season record of 568 minutes without allowing a goal in the 64th minute of the match at Providence Park.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 18 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NYCFC fall to Columbus as US Open Cup hopes dashed

New York City FC’s hopes of advancing in the U.S. Open Cup tournament were dashed Wednesday night in a 1-0 loss in the quarterfinals to the Columbus Crew, ending their hopes of securing at least one of three trophies this season.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 20 hours ago

The Athletic

Inter Miami nears Casemiro signing despite LA Galaxy's MLS discovery rights: Sources

The Brazilian veteran is on the verge of a move to MLS, but a rules dispute must still be sorted before he can team with Lionel Messi.

The Athletic • Football → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

MLS lobbying Ifab to explore stopping clock for pauses in play

Major League Soccer has had discussions with the International Football Association Board, global football’s rule making body, about trialing the use of a stopped clock in matches.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

U.S. Soccer, MLS Beat NASL Antitrust Appeal With $500M+ at Stake

The United States Soccer Federation and Major League Soccer on Tuesday defeated an appeal by the North American Soccer League, which operated between 2011 and 2017, in a case that threatens more than $500 million in damages.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

The Athletic

USMNT, Lyon midfielder Tessmann subject to summer transfer interest: Sources

Tessmann is expected to be named to the U.S. World Cup roster next week.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Austin FC fires coach Nico Estevez, sporting director Rodolfo Borrell

A 2-1 loss to last-place Sporting Kansas City was the final straw for Austin FC leadership, with the club announcing Monday, May 18 that it has fired manager Nico Estevez and sporting director Rodolfo Borrell.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 3 days ago

The Athletic

Austin FC fires head coach, sporting director as MLS struggles continue

Austin follows Orlando, Montreal, Miami and Columbus in becoming the fifth MLS team to make an early-season coaching change.

The Athletic • Football → 3 days ago

Golf

Fox Sports

‘Don’t know what to do’: Bryson’s bizarre reveal as LIV prepares for $351m doomsday scenario

LIV Golf is preparing for the worst with reports emerging that the breakaway tour is preparing to file for bankruptcy in the United States at the end of the year.

Fox Sports • Golf → 15 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Dropped my Trackman’: Caddie sacked after PGA star’s embarrassing tee-time blunder

South African golfer Garrick Higgo has split with his caddie following last week’s embarassing tee-time blunder during the PGA Championship at Aronimink.

Fox Sports • Golf → 3 days ago

Fox Sports

Insane sporting feat locked in as Adam Scott to join all-time legend in incredible Aussie history

Australian Adam Scott is officially set for his 100th consecutive major golf at June’s US Open as officials confirmed 35 exemptions into the field on Monday.

Fox Sports • Golf → 3 days ago

Fox Sports

Incredible truth behind champ’s touching move; proof bitter Smith split had to happen — Talking Pts

For the first time in more than 90 years, Europeans have won the first two golf majors of the year after England’s Aaron Rai delivered a stunning back nine to win a PGA Championship that challenged the world’s best golfers.

Fox Sports • Golf → 4 days ago

Fox Sports

Big guns rocked in emotional 150-1 shock; Rory’s ugly fan blow-up as Cam stuns — PGA Wrap

World No.44 Aaron Rai produced a final round for the ages to claim his maiden major title by three shots at the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club.

Fox Sports • Golf → 4 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Fighting Peter Pan’: Cameron Smith’s new coach’s reveal; PGA Championship’s ‘Cinderella story’ emerges — Talking Pts

The stage is set for a thrilling finale to the PGA Championship with a host of big names and two Australian stars chasing an unlikely leader at Aronimink.

Fox Sports • Golf → 5 days ago

Fox Sports

Cameron Smith and Min Woo Lee in the hunt after mighty fightback; leader Alex Smalley ignites in PGA Championship carnage — Round 3 Wrap

Australian duo Cameron Smith and Min Woo Lee are within striking distance of the leader heading into the final round of the PGA Championship as Alex Smalley broke clear of the pack at Aronimink.

Fox Sports • Golf → 5 days ago

Fox Sports

Australian Open’s ‘really appealing’ Presidents Cup move unveiled as PGA Tour link used to add to Rory ‘halo effect’

Golf Australia has linked up with the PGA Tour to try boost the field for this December’s Australian Open at Kingston Heath, where Rory McIlroy will once again be the star attraction.

Fox Sports • Golf → 6 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Have you seen anything like this?’: Scheffler slams ‘absurd’ move as McIlroy also takes aim at PGA Championship course set up

Top-ranked defending champion Scottie Scheffler called PGA Championship pin placements the hardest he has seen on tour, describing those in Friday’s second round at Aronimink as “kind of absurd.”.

Fox Sports • Golf → 6 days ago

Fox Sports

Aussie in the mix despite rollercoaster PGA Champs round as Smith finally snaps horror streak — Round 2 Wrap

Australia’s Min Woo Lee is one shot off the lead at the halfway mark of the PGA Championship despite a rollercoaster second round as Cameron Smith ended his horrendous major run at Aronimink in Pennsylvania.

Fox Sports • Golf → 6 days ago

AFLWAussie Rules

AFL

FULL AFLW FIXTURE: No re-match for former Dees coach, Eagles catch a break

The full fixture for the 2026 NAB AFLW season has been released.

AFL • AFLW → 21 hours ago

AFL

Fixture analysis: Who your team doesn't play, who travels most

Gemma Bastiani has run her eye over the full 2026 NAB AFLW fixture.

AFL • AFLW → 21 hours ago

AFL

Inaugural Saint to hand over captaincy reins after six seasons at the helm

Hannah Priest has handed over the reins after six seasons.

AFL • AFLW → 22 hours ago

AFL

Contenders to open re-shaped round one to start AFLW season

Hawthorn and Melbourne will play each other on Thursday night of re-worked opening round in 2026 NAB AFLW season.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

AFL

Superstar forward steps down as Swans' AFLW co-captain

Sydney will have a new-look leadership group in 2026 after its long-time leader resigned the co-captaincy.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

Blues ruck announces pregnancy, will sit out 2026 season

Breann Harrington has been moved to Carlton's inactive list, with Kiara Bischa joining as a replacement player.

AFL • AFLW → 3 days ago

AFL

Star Hawk forced to leave Australia due to visa issue

Aine McDonagh forced to make an unplanned trip abroad, interrupting her pre-season.

AFL • AFLW → 3 days ago

AFL

Hawks to play AFLW home games at new Dingley base

After playing its home games at Kinetic Stadium last season, Hawthorn will host at its new base in Dingley.

AFL • AFLW → 3 days ago

AFL

Split round to open W season, more double-headers on the cards

The first round of the 2026 NAB AFLW season will be played across two weekends in August, the League revealed on Monday.

AFL • AFLW → 4 days ago

AFL

Saints, Blues to kick off AFLW season with 'Spud's Game' double-header

St Kilda and Carlton will begin the NAB AFLW season with a double-header at Marvel Stadium.

AFL • AFLW → 4 days ago

NBLBasketball

NBL

Could a championship star return to the island?

Could a star import who helped the Tasmania JackJumpers to a championship in NBL24 be on his way back to ‘defend the island’?. Milton Doyle was an All-NBL First Team member in 2023 and a title winner a year later in Tasmania, and it seems he could be in the mix to reunite with Scott Roth in NBL27. “We’ve still got a number of guys that we're looking at,” General Manager of Basketball Darren Smith said on Thursday.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Breakers’ attack looks elite, but can they defend?

The New Zealand Breakers have been one of the most active teams this off-season and, with newly signed coach Gordon Herbert locked in, the roster is starting to take shape.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Throwback Thursday: Simmons battles Melbourne United

Back in 2015, before he was an NBA All-Star, Ben Simmons led his LSU (Louisiana State University) side in a pre-season fixture against Melbourne United.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Bullets land experienced forward for NBL27

The Brisbane Bullets have added another key name to their roster for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season, securing the signature of Lat Mayen.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

"One of the biggest signings in NBL history"

On Wednesday, the New Zealand Breakers unveiled the massive signing of Gordon Herbert as their Head Coach for the next two seasons.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

The Marketplace: The NBL's "monumental moment"

The Marketplace presented by Paywise - Salary packaging & novated leasing.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Breakers unveil World Cup winner as new coach

The New Zealand Breakers announced on Wednesday the landmark appointment of FIBA World Cup winner Gordon Herbert as the club’s new Head Coach.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Gordon Herbert’s path to the Breakers spans the globe

The New Zealand Breakers made one of their biggest coaching announcements on Wednesday, unveiling Gordon Herbert as the man to lead the club moving forward. Before agreeing to the multi-year deal with the Breakers, Herbert has built up one of the strongest basketball resumes in world hoops.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

JackJumpers bring talented guard home

North-West Tasmanian talent Taran Armstrong made history on Wednesday, becoming the first-ever born-and-bred Tasmanian to sign as a rostered player with the JackJumpers.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Perfect fit: The ideal NBL teams for the biggest remaining names

There have been some big free agents signed since the off-season started and as teams slowly begin to take shape for NBL27, let’s take a look at some of the remaining players and where they could best fit.

NBL → 2 days ago

MotoGPMotorsport

MotoGP

Talking Points: "This win is for them and Vale"

After a busy weekend in Barcelona, catch up on all the biggest talking points from the Catalan GP.

MotoGP → 2 days ago

MotoGP

Acosta tops Barcelona Test as rain stops play, Martin crashes

Fast throughout the Catalan GP and fastest on Monday, the #37 led the way whilst 2024 World Champion Martin brought out the red flag with a precautionary trip to hospital needed.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

Barcelona Test: as it happened!

Keep up to date with all the ongoings at Monday's post-Grand Prix Test at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Zarco discharged from hospital, heads home to France

The Frenchman suffered no serious fractures in his Barcelona crash but will continue his rehabilitation in France.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Alex Marquez undergoes successful surgery, will miss Mugello and Balaton

After his hefty fall on Sunday, the 2025 World Championship runner-up is on the mend after a successful operation on his broken right collarbone.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Di Giannantonio returns to winning ways in dramatic Catalan Grand Prix

The VR46 Italian is joined on the podium by Mir and Aldeguer but a post-race tyre pressure penalty for the 2020 World Champion means Bagnaia is promoted to the rostrum.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Trackhouse MotoGP and Brivio to part ways at the end of 2026

The American squad have confirmed their current Team Principal, Davide Brivio, will leave Trackhouse MotoGP once the campaign draws to a close in Valencia.

MotoGP → 5 days ago

MotoGP

0.041s in it: Alex Marquez fends off Acosta for Barcelona Sprint gold

The closest-ever Tissot Sprint finish sees the #73 and #37 go toe-to-toe on home soil, while drama unfolds for title-chasing Martin.

MotoGP → 5 days ago

MotoGP

Tech3 and KTM extend MotoGP™ partnership from 2027

The Tech3 squad will race with KTM machinery into the era of new technical regulations, coming next season.

MotoGP → 6 days ago

MotoGP

SHARK ATTACK: Acosta takes first pole of 2026 as Bezzecchi crashes in Q2

The KTM star was the star on Saturday morning as he heads the field off the line.

MotoGP → 6 days ago

Netball

ABC Sport

How netball's 'super' veteran left retirement to break 12-year record

Romelda Aiken-George is supposed to be retired. Instead, the 37-year-old goal shooter is breaking all kinds of records and reinventing herself in her 19th season. After her 255th national league game on the weekend, she reveals the secret to her longevity.

ABC Sport • Netball → 4 days ago

ABC Sport

Team smashed by more than 1,100 points in four games forfeits season

A country Victorian football team that was beaten by a collective 1,101 points in four matches forfeits the remainder of the senior season. .

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 week ago

ABC Sport

Netballer cops 'hurtful' criticism for returning 10 weeks post-baby

Paige Hadley made a shock return to the Super Netball league less than three months after giving birth to her baby boy. Despite some commentary online questioning her priorities, the midcourter is more determined than ever to prove women can pursue multiple dreams.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Netball body suspends woman charged over alleged antisemitic slur at game

Jewish community leaders say a woman's alleged slur at an under-12 girls netball game in Sydney reflects a troubling pattern playing out on sporting fields. .

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Netball's 'wishy washy' approach to Pride dulls the message

Several Super Netball clubs will host their own Pride matches this season, but without an official round to anchor them all a former player and member of the LGBTIQA+ community argues the message may be lost.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

ABC Sport

High fuel costs a 'kick in the guts' for country clubs, but the game must go on

Country sporting clubs are rallying to help families attend fixtures as fuel prices double, with some travelling up to 640 kilometres. But it is an extra cost many will take on to maintain the sports are so integral to their communities.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Netball's powerful statement on Anzac Day

They both struggle for recognition in male-dominated fields, so Super Netball chose to host an all-female Anzac Day ceremony to commemorate and give visibility to female veterans.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Netball Australia CEO steps down as sport prepares for new era

Stacey West will step down as CEO of Netball Australia at the end of this week, ending a two-and-a-half-year tenure that has reshaped the sport in this country.  .

ABC Sport • Netball → 4 weeks ago

ABC Sport

How free is netball's new TV deal?

Uncertainties over the details of Netball Australia's broadcast agreement with Nine left fans hesitant to celebrate. Now we reveal how many games will actually be seen on free-to-air TV.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

Netball star calls for pay increase after new broadcast deal

Diamonds and Melbourne Vixens star Jo Weston calls for a pay increase after a new free-to-air broadcast deal.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

A-LeagueFootball

The Guardian

Sydney FC break Newcastle hearts in penalty shootout to book place in A-League grand final

Sydney FC’s head coach Patrick Kisnorbo has hailed the “resilience and mental toughness” of his side as they punched their ticket to the A-League Men grand final, winning a pulsating semi-final against premiers Newcastle on penalties.

The Guardian • A-League → 5 days ago

The Guardian

A-League’s World Cup hopefuls out to grasp last chance to impress Socceroos coach

Melbourne City attacker Marcus Younis is among the players hoping to give Tony Popovic a ‘massive headache’ when picking the Australia squad. Mitch Duke has done all he can to show Socceroos coach Tony Popovic he still has it. Craig Goodwin might yet make one last push.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 weeks ago

The Guardian

Arresting the decline of A-League crowds is top of to-do list for new APL boss

Steve Rosich wants to secure football as the third pillar of Australian sport but admits there is work to do with several clubs’ futures under a cloud.

The Guardian • A-League → 1 month ago

Fox Sports

Treble on the cards as foundation A-League club claims first crown in unusual circumstances

Newcastle has won the A-League Premier’s Plate for the first time in the club’s history.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 month ago

The Guardian

Newcastle Jets have destiny back in their own hands on march toward historic trophy

A-League club was on the brink of collapse before coach Mark Milligan lifted ‘Box Office Jets’ to within sight of a breakthrough premiership. It wasn’t all that long ago that the Newcastle Jets were on the precipice of collapse.

The Guardian • A-League → 1 month ago

The Guardian

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

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

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

The Guardian

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

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

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

WNBABasketball

Andscape

Chicago Sky coach Tyler Marsh carries lessons of adversity into Year 2

On the day in November 2024 that the Chicago Sky announced Tyler Marsh as their new head coach, he received a call from a friend who is a college coach.

Andscape • WNBA → 1 week ago

Andscape

WNBA Player Exclusive sneakers are everywhere, but fans still can’t buy them

When Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson stepped onto the Target Center floor last July wearing a black Nike LeBron 21 detailed in the pink and green of her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, it didn’t take long for the image to circulate. Screenshots spread. Group chats lit up.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 weeks ago

Andscape

For Tina Charles’ former teammates, her impact and legacy extend beyond the court

As the WNBA welcomes the start of the 2026 season, one of the league’s all-time greats has chosen to say goodbye. Tina Charles, an eight-time All-Star and the 2012 WNBA MVP, announced Tuesday that she is retiring from basketball.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 weeks ago

Andscape

Raven Johnson and Anthony Edwards’ bond remains strong, from Atlanta to beyond

The first time Indiana Fever guard Raven Johnson met Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards, she was a self-described “shy” ninth-grader.

Andscape • WNBA → 3 weeks ago

ESPN

WNBA to broadcast record 216 games nationally

The WNBA's 2026 schedule will feature a record of 216 games and tentpole events that will be nationally broadcast, the league announced on Wednesday.

ESPN • WNBA → 4 weeks ago

ESPN

Ranking every WNBA team's offseason, from Aces to Fire

How did the 15 WNBA franchises do with their offseason moves, including the draft? We rank them into four tiers.

ESPN • WNBA → 4 weeks ago

ESPN

Lynx's Collier (ankle) sidelined until at least June

Napheesa Collier won't be back on the court for the Lynx until at least June as she recovers from March ankle surgery.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 month ago

ESPN

Fever's Cunningham: Not upset about 1-year deal

Fever guard Sophie Cunningham was adamant she wasn't complaining about the lack of a long-term contract after signing a one-year, $665,000 deal as a free agent.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 month ago

ESPN

Storm's injured Magbegor to miss start of season

Storm standout Ezi Magbegor will miss the beginning of the WNBA season due to a right foot injury that she suffered while playing for Australian national team.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 month ago

ESPN

Mitchell glad to give her all before legs gave out

Indiana Fever All-Star Kelsey Mitchell says she has no regrets in pushing herself to the limit before her legs gave out in last year's playoffs against Las Vegas.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 month ago

ATPTennis

ATP

Musetti ready to 'give everything' in quest for Rome crown

Italian tennis has hit new heights in recent years. Jannik Sinner has climbed to No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings and captured 28 tour-level titles.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

ATP

Djokovic fine tunes game in Piazza del Popolo ahead of Rome return

Novak Djokovic returns to Tour this week at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia and spent time on Tuesday practising on a temporary court at the famous Piazza del Popolo in Rome.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

ATP

Nadal-Federer Rome 2006: The greatest 'Fedal' match of all time?

Rome, 2006. Clay dust hangs in the air. Rafael Nadal lies on his back, arms spread, the Foro Italico roaring around him. It’s a snapshot frozen in time, but the real story is how we got there.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

ATP

On the rise: Jodar & Blockx ready for Rome after whirlwind year

Rafael Jodar and Alexander Blockx arrive at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome as two of the ATP Tour’s fastest-rising players, having each enjoyed a rapid climb over the past 12 months.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

ATP

Why the clay stakes remain high for Sinner in No. 1 battle with Alcaraz

Jannik Sinner has enjoyed a seamless European clay season so far, triumphing in Monte-Carlo and Madrid. But there will be something extra at stake for the Italian when he steps on court at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

ATP

What is the Rome tennis schedule?

The Internazionali BNL d'Italia begins on Wednesday in Rome, where former Top-10 stars Hubert Hurkacz and Pablo Carreno Busta, home favourite Matteo Arnaldi, and Madrid semi-finalist Alexander Blockx are among the stars in Day 1 action. View Wednesday’s full order of play below.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

ATP

Djokovic returns in Rome: Six-time champ hits practice courts ahead of comeback

Novak Djokovic is ready to get back to business at the 2026 Internazionali BNL d'Italia. The record 40-time ATP Masters 1000 champion is in Rome preparing for his return to action after missing more than six weeks due to injury.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

ATP

Shelton: Big ambitions, eyes on Eternal City

Shortly after capturing his biggest career clay-court title in Munich last month, Ben Shelton made his intentions clear: “I have big ambitions for the clay courts,” he said. “It is slowly becoming one of my favourite surfaces to play on.”.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

ATP

Fantastic Fresco: Will Sinner or Musetti join Rome champion’s club?

“What happened in Monte-Carlo, happened. What happened in Madrid, happened. And here we are… we are in Rome.”.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

ATP

A new era in Rome! Internazionali BNL d’Italia unveils revamped site for 2026

The Internazionali BNL d’Italia has long been renowned for offering a unique fan experience on the ATP Tour.

ATP → 2 weeks ago

College BasketballBasketball

Andscape

Tyran Stokes, 2026’s No. 1 high school hoops prospect, knows he still has work to do

PORTLAND, Ore. — Tyran Stokes’ basketball and life journey has already taken him from his hometown of Louisville, Ky., to San Diego to Atlanta to Napa, Calif.

Andscape • College Basketball → 3 weeks ago

ESPN

Murauskas to join ex-Saint Mary's coach at ASU

Paulius Murauskas' former coach at Saint Mary's recently joined Arizona State, and the 6-foot-8 forward said Wednesday that he was following.

ESPN • College Basketball → 4 weeks ago

ESPN

Men's Bracketology: Florida debuts as No. 1 overall seed for 2026-27

The Gators return their leading scorer to top the first forecasted field for next season's NCAA tournament.

ESPN • College Basketball → 4 weeks ago

ESPN

Trump repeats call for college sports regulations

President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeated his call for Congress to pass legislation that would rein in college sports at a time athletes are allowed to move freely from school to school and command salaries that put athletic departments in...

ESPN • College Football → 4 weeks ago

ESPN

Duke lands Blackwell, top guard in transfer portal

Duke landed top guard transfer John Blackwell, adding a high-level, veteran scorer to a retooling Blue Devils team.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 month ago

ESPN

Kentucky governor blasts decision-making at UK

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has publicly questioned the decision-making at the University of Kentucky, including the seven-figure gig retiring athletic director Mitch Barnhart was recently given.

ESPN • College Football → 1 month ago

ESPN

Haugh returning to Florida; NCAA loss 'lit a fire'

Thomas Haugh is expected to be one of the highest-paid players in college basketball, after his decision to return to Florida for his senior season.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 month ago

ESPN

Teen dies, Coach K's grandson charged with DWI

Joseph Savarino, a grandson of retired coach Mike Krzyzewski, was charged with misdemeanor driving while impaired in connection with a collision that killed a 15-year-old bicyclist.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 month ago

ESPN

SJU lands transfer Freeman over UK, sources say

Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN on Monday, with the Red Storm beating out Kentucky for the talented forward.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 month ago

ESPN

UConn's Ball (wrist) to miss all of next season

UConn guard Solo Ball will undergo wrist surgery and miss the entire 2026-27 season.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 month ago

College FootballAmerican Football

ESPN

How every 2027 five-star college football prospect will fit

There are 21 five-star players in the class and we scout each one's game for the next level.

ESPN • College Football → 4 weeks ago

ESPN

Biggest strength, weakness for college football's top 25 teams

We look at where we expect the best teams to excel and where they have potential trouble spots.

ESPN • College Football → 4 weeks ago

ESPN

NFL Nation mock draft: Our team reporters predict landing spots in the first round

The Raiders fill their biggest need at No. 1, but is Mendoza the only first-round QB? Our reporters make their picks.

ESPN • NFL → 1 month ago

ESPN

Transfer Daniels wins QB battle, to start for FSU

Ashton Daniels, a transfer from Auburn, won his battle with Kevin Sperry over the spring and has been named the Florida State starting quarterback.

ESPN • College Football → 1 month ago

ESPN

Cignetti: IU defense better, deeper this spring

Indiana football coach Curt Cigneti praised his defensive unit and coordinator Bryant Haines as he's seen a defense-dominated spring that is deeper and further along than his previous two teams.

ESPN • College Football → 1 month ago

ESPN

From Mozart at UNC to dancing in the weight room, Gio Lopez is rediscovering himself

From North Carolina to Wake Forest, the dynamic has changed for quarterback Gio Lopez.

ESPN • College Football → 1 month ago

ESPN

What questions do Alabama, Georgia, BYU, Oregon and others face after spring ball?

Eleven notable teams and CFP contenders head into summer with some unresolved things that need answers.

ESPN • College Football → 1 month ago

ESPN

Kiper's final 2026 Big Board: Ranking the top 150 NFL draft prospects, plus position reports

Mel Kiper Jr. updated his NFL draft rankings one last time. His Big Board stacks 150 prospects.

ESPN • NFL → 1 month ago

ESPN

Ackerman, Big East leader post-exodus, retiring

Val Ackerman is retiring this summer after leading the Big East as commissioner for 13 years, leading the conference through realignment and team exodus, as well as eight national championships during her tenure.

ESPN • College Football → 1 month ago

ESPN

'It's his superpower': Inside Fernando Mendoza's extraordinary rise to No. 1

The consensus top pick is bringing his unique mix of curiosity, quirk and command to the NFL.

ESPN • NFL → 1 month ago

Super RugbyRugby Union

Fox Sports

‘That is elite’: Coach left smirking as Lomax sparks comeback over Super Rugby champs in first start

Zac Lomax might just have arrived in Super Rugby, but already the code-hopper has made a giant impression.

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Wallabies potential in slick 20-minute Lomax glimpse… but ex-NRL star’s debut ends in heartbreak

Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has ended in heartache against the Drua in Fiji – but the former NRL star showed more than enough to suggest he could wear a Wallabies jersey by the time Australia hosts next year’s World Cup.

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‘Steep build’: Lomax’s Super Rugby debut delayed as teammate nails Wallabies audition

Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has been delayed after the former NRL star was a late withdrawal from the Western Force’s big win over the Queensland Red on Saturday night.

Fox Sports • Rugby Union → 2 months ago

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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.

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