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ESPN

West playoffs: Jamal Murray drops 30 as Nuggets take Game 1

Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

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ESPN

East playoffs: Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs cruise past Raptors

Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

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Formula 1

Bottas aims for turnaround amid long pre-season odds

After a tough start to his Cadillac career, things should start getting better for Bottas.

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ESPN

Source: Titans using 5th-year option on Skoronski

The Tennessee Titans are exercising the fifth-year option for right guard Peter Skoronski, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Saturday.

ESPN • NFL → 12 minutes ago

ESPN

Skydiver crashes into Hokies' scoreboard, rescued

A skydiver was rescued and in stable condition after crashing into the Lane Stadium scoreboard before Virginia Tech's spring football game Saturday.

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ESPN

UGA DE Williams out extended time, Smart says

Georgia edge rusher Amaris Williams, who joined the Bulldogs after two years at Auburn, suffered a non-contact knee injury and is expected to miss extended time, coach Kirby Smart confirmed Saturday following the program's annual G-Day spring scrimmage.

ESPN • College Football → 33 minutes ago

Fox Sports

Manchester United’s stunner in big Champions League boost as Chelsea slump to 31-year low — Premier League Wrap

Chelsea’s nightmare Premier League run continued as they were beaten 1-0 at home to Manchester United on Saturday night.

Fox Sports • Premier League → 36 minutes ago

ESPN

Mets in freefall after losing 10th straight game

The Mets are in the midst of their first 10 game losing streak since 2004 after dropping to the Cubs 4-2 on Saturday.

ESPN • MLB → 38 minutes ago

ESPN

Giants reliever Butto out 5-6 months after surgery

San Francisco Giants veteran reliever Jose Butto had arm surgery Friday, performed by Dr. Jason Lee at Stanford Medical Center, a procedure that is expected to keep him out for five to six months, the team announced on Saturday.

ESPN • MLB → 38 minutes ago

Fox Sports

Revealed: Pies players’ shock claim over Blues star Elijah Hollands as AFL puts Carlton on notice

Collingwood players reportedly informed the AFL that Elijah Hollands revealed he was under the influence of alchohol during Carlton’s clash with the Magpies on Thursday.

Fox Sports • AFL → 40 minutes ago

Rugby League

Fox Sports

‘One of the great ones’: Madge’s huge call after NRL ‘madness’ as Broncos skipper lauded

Michael Maguire has labelled the Broncos’ epic one-point victory over the Tigers as one the “great” wins of his coaching career.

Fox Sports • NRL → 42 minutes ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Why the Dragons will overlook the most obvious replacement for Shane Flanagan

Dean Young is a long-time St George Illawarra assistant, played more than 200 games for the club and won a premiership there – but he’s unlikely to get the top job.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 4 hours ago

BBC

Dodd hat-trick for Dragons sinks Warrington

Lewis Dodd scores the first hat-trick of his career as scintillating Catalans Dragons beat Warrington Wolves to stop them going back to the top of Super League.

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Sydney Morning Herald

‘We don’t want the halcyon days of our club to be four decades ago’: Why 1986 reunion is bittersweet for Eels

Parramatta celebrated the 40-year anniversary of their 1986 premiership win on Friday night. But are the Eels any closer to their next title?.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 5 hours ago

BBC

Johnstone stars as Wakefield beat Bradford to go second

Tom Johnstone scores four tries and Oliver Pratt three as Wakefield Trinity thrash Bradford Bulls to go second in Super League.

BBC • Rugby League → 6 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘You can stop talking about us’: Benji bristles at Tigers’ hype after costly misses in brutal loss

Benji Marshall said the media can stop over-hyping his team now that they lost a game they could have and probably should have won in a 21-20 defeat to the Broncos.

Fox Sports • NRL → 11 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

NRL Highlights: Tigers v Broncos - Round 7

Wests Tigers take on the Brisbane Broncos in Round 7 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Campbelltown Sports Stadium, Sydney.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Got a few issues there’: Madge’s Haas update as Broncos star’s likely injury fate revealed

The Broncos could be without their two best players for the next few weeks at least, with Payne Haas set to join Reece Walsh in the casualty ward according to coach Michael Maguire.

Fox Sports • NRL → 12 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Haas goes down with knee injury

Payne Haas was ruled out of the Broncos' clash with the Tigers late in the first half after suffering a suspected knee injury.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 13 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Got it wrong’: Flanno responds to send off drama as Cook makes call on Dragons coach’s future

Dragons star Jaydn Su’A is facing a lengthy stint on the sideline after being sent off for an ugly high shot during his side’s loss to Souths.

Fox Sports • NRL → 13 hours ago

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Sydney Morning Herald

Haas injured as Reynolds kicks match-winning field goal in Broncos win over Tigers

Payne Haas will be sent for scans after injuring his knee in the Broncos 21-20 victory against the Tigers.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 13 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

NRL Highlights: Rabbitohs v Dragons - Round 7

South Sydney Rabbitohs take on the St. George Dragons in Round 7 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Accor Stadium, Sydney.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 14 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

More pressure on Flanagan after Dragons fall to Rabbitohs

This latest loss is the Dragons’ seventh straight to open the season, stretching the sequence to 11. It poses the question, yet again; is it Flanagan’s last in charge?.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 14 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Su'A sent off for horror Murray hit

Jaydn Su'A became the first player sent off since 2024 for a horror hit on Cameron Murray in the Dragons' loss to the Rabbitohs.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 14 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Dufty scores on NRL return

In his first NRL game in 1420 days, Matt Dufty scored to extend the Rabbitohs' lead against the Dragons.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 15 hours ago

Fox Sports

Huge Haas injury blow as Reynolds field goal leads Broncos to victory over Tigers in epic

When it comes to resilience, no team does it better than Michael Maguire’s Broncos.

Fox Sports • NRL → 15 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Latrell gives Bunnies early lead

Latrell Mitchell scored the Bunnies first for the evening against the Dragons in just the sixth minute of the clash.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 15 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Hau crosses as Titans make late fightback

Arama Hau scored late in the second half against the Warriors as the Titans mount a late charge.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 16 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

NRL Highlights: Warriors v Titans - Round 7

New Zealand Warriors take on the Gold Coast Titans in Round 7 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Go Media Stadium, Auckland.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 16 hours ago

NRL

Brave Broncos deny Tigers; Souths beat 12-man Dragons; Warriors down Titans

Relive all the action from Round 7 of the NRL Telstra Premiership on NRL.com's live blog.

NRL → 17 hours ago

Rugby Union

Sydney Morning Herald

New recruit Zac Lomax scores thrilling try

Zac Lomax produced a series of thrilling highlights as the Western Force overcame a 19-0 deficit to stun the Crusaders.

Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 1 hour ago

BBC

'Dream come true' for Parsons as Ireland turn on style

Ireland winger Beibhinn Parsons says it is a "dream come true" as she marks her Galway homecoming with a hat-trick in an emphatic Six Nations win over Italy.

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BBC

Munster boost top-eight hopes with Benetton win

Munster score seven tries in a 45-15 win in Benetton to boost their hopes of finishing in the top eight of the United Rugby Championship.

BBC • Rugby Union → 2 hours ago

BBC

Ospreys hold on to deny Sharks in Bridgend

Ospreys keep slim United Rugby Championship play-off hopes alive with a tense win against Sharks in Bridgend.

BBC • Rugby Union → 3 hours ago

The Guardian

AFC Bournemouth’s owner Bill Foley behind US takeover of Exeter Chiefs

Bill Foley, owner of AFC Bournemouth, is poised to take control of Exeter Chiefs in a multimillion-pound deal that will bring Premier League and Hollywood glamour to English club rugby.

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 3 hours ago

BBC

Bath cruise to win against injury-hit Quins

Bath score eight tries to ease past an injury-ravaged Harlequins side 43-15 to keep up the pace on Prem leaders Northampton.

BBC • Rugby Union → 5 hours ago

BBC

Cardiff stun Scarlets with late URC fightback

Cardiff kept alive their United Rugby Championship (URC) play-off hopes with a dramatic bonus-point Welsh derby comeback win against Scarlets.

BBC • Rugby Union → 5 hours ago

BBC

Parsons hat-trick as Ireland thrash Italy in Galway

Beibhinn Parsons scores a hat-trick as Ireland turn on the style to thrash Italy in Galway and register their first Women's Six Nations win of the year.

BBC • Rugby Union → 5 hours ago

BBC

'Rusty' to 'relentless' - Red Roses deliver statement win

Despite being without several World Cup winners, England produce a "relentless" display to thrash Scotland in the Women's Six Nations at Murrayfield.

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BBC

Hamer-Webb grabs five tries as Tigers thrash Newcastle

Gabriel Hamer-Webb scores five tries as Leicester Tigers crush an ill-disciplined and desperately outclassed Newcastle Red Bulls in The Prem.

BBC • Rugby Union → 6 hours ago

Football

BBC

Wild celebrations to verge of tears - time running out for Spurs

Scenes of celebration turned to bitter disappointment as Tottenham's hopes of avoiding relegation from the Premier League were dealt a devastating blow against Brighton.

BBC • Football → 1 hour ago

ESPN

De Zerbi vows Spurs can win last 5 to survive

Roberto de Zerbi believes Tottenham can win all five remaining Premier League games to emphatically avoid relegation -- and warned any unhappy players will be turned away from the club's training ground on Monday.

ESPN • Football → 2 hours ago

ESPN

Man Utd beat sinking Chelsea to close in on UCL

A first-half goal from Matheus Cunha was enough to give Manchester United a 1-0 win at Chelsea on Saturday night.

ESPN • Football → 2 hours ago

ESPN

Napoli booed as loss puts Inter on verge of title

Napoli was jeered off the field after it lost 2-0 at home to Lazio -- a result that saw Inter Milan take a huge step toward winning the Serie A title.

ESPN • Football → 2 hours ago

ESPN

Spurs find silver lining vs. Brighton, but not a desperately needed win

Tottenham still haven't won in the Premier League in 2026, following Saturday's 2-2 draw with Brighton. Nevertheless, there are positives to take.

ESPN • Football → 2 hours ago

The Athletic

Arsene Wenger’s 'daylight' offside rule used for first time in Canadian Premier League

Alejandro Diaz's opener for Pacific FC against Halifax Wanderers was awarded, when it would normally be ruled offside.

The Athletic • Football → 2 hours ago

BBC

What did we learn from McArdle's first two games in charge?

Following two impressive wins against Malta, BBC Sport NI looks at what we've learnt from Michael McArdle's first two games in charge.

BBC • Football → 2 hours ago

The Guardian

Manchester United hold on after Cunha’s cool finish to hand Chelsea latest loss

A makeshift Manchester United defence did not even have to resort to hair pulls to keep out a goalshy Chelsea. The unfamiliar pairing of Ayden Heaven and Noussair Mazraoui grew into a tepid game after a shaky start, making the full-time boos inevitable.

The Guardian • Football → 2 hours ago

Fox Sports

Player dies after collapsing during Sydney soccer match as families watch on in horror

A soccer goalkeeper has died after collapsing during a game in Sydney’s Hills District.

Fox Sports • Football → 2 hours ago

The Athletic

Chelsea 0 Manchester United 1 – Fernandes assists Cunha and eyes record, Rosenior Euro hopes fade

Manchester United beat Chelsea 1-0 at Stamford Bridge after a Matheus Cunha goal. Our writers break down the big talking points.

The Athletic • Premier League → 3 hours ago

Motorsport

ESPN

Driver dies in German race featuring Verstappen

A driver died following a crash in an endurance sports car race Saturday at the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany, where four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen was also preparing to race.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 1 hour ago

BBC

Miettinen dies in seven-car crash during Nurburgring race

Racing driver Juha Miettinen dies following a seven-car crash during the qualifiers for a race in Germany.

BBC • Formula 1 → 3 hours ago

Formula 1

WATCH: F1 drivers play the Generation Game

Ever wondered which drivers know what a VHS is? Or how to talk in text speak? Well, now is the time to find out as the current crop of F1 drivers get grilled in the Generation Game.

Formula 1 → 8 hours ago

Formula 1

F1 ACADEMY Champion Pin completes maiden F1 test with Mercedes

F1 ACADEMY Champion Doriane Pin has become the first woman to drive a Mercedes F1 car.

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Formula 1

Which current F1 drivers have tried other races?

Lots of drivers in F1’s history have raced in other categories, but we decided to take a look at what other motorsport activities the current crop have tried their hand at.

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ESPN

Russell: Opportunity to improve regs for Miami

Mercedes driver George Russell says Formula 1's drivers are aligned on the changes that should be made to the sport's regulations.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 16 hours ago

Formula 1

Audi team battle key to Bortoleto betting success

An exciting season match bet battle is brewing at Audi.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Win tickets to Ask DC: An evening with David Coulthard

F1 Unlocked is giving fans the chance to attend Ask DC: An Evening with David Coulthard at F1® Arcade, a must-see night celebrating all things Formula 1®.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Russell on Antonelli title fight and Mercedes future

George Russell has shared an insight into how he is approaching the resumption of the season in May, with the Mercedes driver hoping that the championship battle continues to be between himself and team mate Kimi Antonelli whilst remaining wary of the competition.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

The Guardian

Russell says he would understand if Verstappen quit but ‘F1 is bigger than any driver’

George Russell has said he would understand if Max Verstappen chose to leave Formula One after the four-time champion recently cast doubt on his future in the sport because of his dissatisfaction with current regulations.

The Guardian • Formula 1 → 1 day ago

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Formula 1

Herta to take part in four FP1 sessions with Cadillac in 2026

Cadillac have announced that Colton Herta will make his practice debut with the team at the upcoming Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

BBC

Russell 'would understand' if Verstappen leaves F1

George Russell says Formula 1 "would not want to lose" Max Verstappen - but would "understand" if the four-time world champion decided to leave the sport.

BBC • Formula 1 → 1 day ago

ESPN

Russell: I would understand if Verstappen quit

George Russell said he believes Max Verstappen's recent quit threat is linked to Red Bull's struggles so far this season, but he said he would understand if the four-time champion walked away from Formula 1.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 1 day ago

ESPN

Red Bull reshuffle team after tough start to 2026

Red Bull has announced the appointment of a senior engineer from its junior team Racing Bulls as part of an internal reshuffle of its technical department.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 1 day ago

ESPN

Verstappen: 'Stupid' for GP not to join McLaren

Max Verstappen said race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase wanted his blessing to move to McLaren before making the decision.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

Red Bull announce series of organisational changes

Red Bull have announced a series of organisational changes within their technical department.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

TREMAYNE: How good was Ralf Schumacher?

Twenty five years ago Ralf Schumacher scored his first F1 victory, in San Marino, making a little bit of history for himself and BMW Williams, but just how good a driver was Michael's younger brother?.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

The iconic World Champion whose style was as daring as his driving

1976 F1 World Champion James Hunt was never one to play by the rules, as his fashion pushed back against the expectations placed on F1 drivers at the time.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

Win a trip to Miami with F1 Unlocked

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

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

Why Nico Hulkenberg is worth a points-finish bet

Despite being yet to score points this season, there are several reasons to back the German driver.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Ice Hockey

The Athletic

Hurricanes vs. Senators Game 1: Takeaways from Carolina's series-opening shutout win

Logan Stankoven led the way with a goal and an assist, and goalie Frederik Andersen posted his sixth career postseason shutout.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 hours ago

The Athletic

Wild's Quinn Hughes, Stars' Miro Heiskanen to return for Game 1 of playoffs

Hughes scored five goals and 53 points in 48 games for the Wild, a new single-season team record for points by a defenseman.

The Athletic • NHL → 3 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Stanley Cup playoffs 2026: Brady Tkachuk, Jordan Staal fight 3 seconds into Game 1 of Senators-Hurricanes series

No fighting in the Stanley Cup playoffs? Apparently, no one told the Ottawa Senators’ Brady Tkachuk and the Carolina Hurricanes’ Jordan Staal.

Yahoo Sports • NHL → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Lightning will be without Victor Hedman to begin playoffs but feel his presence

Victor Hedman is back with the Lightning but not ready to play when they open their series with the Canadiens.

The Athletic • NHL → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Brady Tkachuk, Jordan Staal fight in opening seconds of Stanley Cup playoffs

The two dropped the gloves only three seconds into Game 1 of their first-round playoff series. .

The Athletic • NHL → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

NHL playoff predictions 2026: First-round winners, dark horse and Stanley Cup champion

The Athletic's NHL staff picks first-round winners, dark horse, biggest disappointment, conference champs, Cup champ and Conn Smythe.

The Athletic • NHL → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

The Ducks are limping their way into the playoffs, desperately in need of a mental reset

Anaheim is lined up to face an Edmonton Oilers team primed to weather their run-and-gun play.

The Athletic • NHL → 11 hours ago

ESPN

Wyshynski predicts the entire 2026 Stanley Cup playoff bracket

Who will win each series matchup, and in how many games? Who takes home the Stanley Cup?.

ESPN • NHL → 11 hours ago

The Athletic

Most intriguing matchup in Stars vs. Wild? It just might be Robertson vs. Guerin

Robertson was passed over by Guerin for the U.S. Olympic team en route to a career year and now gets a chance to knock off Guerin's Wild.

The Athletic • NHL → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Playoff hockey returns, plus MLB's $3.9 billion team

Welcome to The Pulse, The Athletic's daily newsletter.

The Athletic • NHL → 12 hours ago

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The Athletic

How does the NHL's new Stanley Cup playoff salary cap work?

A team's 20-player lineup cannot have a total salary exceeding $95.5 million, but it's not expected to be a problem.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

Explaining the NHL's controversial Stanley Cup playoff format

A unique year in the NHL standings has made the drawbacks of the league's playoff format more pronounced.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

Which NHL playoff teams might have an edge because of goalie play?

Goaltending is likely to play a disproportionate role in the fates of the 16 teams in this tournament.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

Hurricanes-Senators beat writer breakdown: Know your NHL playoff enemy

The Athletic’s Julian McKenzie and Cory Lavalette teamed up to answer questions about the Senators-Hurricanes first-round matchup.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

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.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

NHL execs reveal Stanley Cup tiers: How every playoff team really stacks up

We assembled a nine-person, anonymous panel to sort all 16 playoff teams into five tiers and tallied the average votes.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

One bold prediction for every NHL team in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs

From a shocking coaching change to a revenge performance to deep runs for surprise teams, our staff makes postseason prognostications.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

2026 Stanley Cup odds: Avalanche enter postseason favored ahead of Lightning, Hurricanes

The Colorado Avalanche are the favorite to win the Stanley Cup, but it's still a wide-open race with a number of realistic contenders.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

Why Patrik Allvin is no longer Canucks GM, and what comes next for Vancouver

The Canucks' actions and words on Friday posed more critical questions than they provided direct answers.

The Athletic • NHL → 22 hours ago

ESPN

NHLPA poll: Crosby most likely to become coach

Sidney Crosby is seen by his peers as the NHL player most likely to become a head coach, according to the National Hockey League Players' Association's annual player poll released Friday.

ESPN • NHL → 1 day ago

Aussie Rules

ABC Sport

'No rush': Crows won't put timeline on Dawson's return to play

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says there will be no rush for captain Jordan Dawson to return to playing after the death of his brother last week.

ABC Sport • AFL → 2 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Did Adelaide play finals?’: Ross Lyon’s cheeky jab in defiant Saints message after brutal Crows loss

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon believes his side has already improved on last season despite the Saints slipping to their fourth loss from six games, with their latest defeat a one-point heartbreaker at the hands of Adelaide.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘The kids are No.1’: Lachie Neale’s emotional 12-week countdown to a career-defining call

After a tumultuous off-season in his personal life, Brisbane Lions champion Lachie Neale was back to his best during Gather Round and heads into his 300th match on Sunday.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

Crows coach lifts lid on ‘emotional’ week as skipper moved by tribute after brother’s tragic death

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he hopes Jordan Dawson was proud of the way his club battled to victory in his honour on Saturday night.

Fox Sports • AFL → 10 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Petulance’: Star Hawks duo’s nervy verdict wait as ‘gut punches’ leave legend fuming

Hawthorn survived a massive scare but the Hawks’ biggest concerns are set to come on Sunday when the AFL match review officer’s findings are handed down.

Fox Sports • AFL → 11 hours ago

AFL

Crows hold on for sensational, emotional win over Saints

A see-sawing classic went down to the wire at Adelaide Oval.

AFL • AFL → 11 hours ago

AFL

Butters responds after week of scrutiny, Hawks sweat on MRO outcome

Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr says he is "super proud" of Zak Butters after a tough week.

AFL • AFL → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Cry me a river’: Coach’s blatant swipe at rivals as Bombers begin to ‘bridge the gap’

Essendon coach Brad Scott is confident his side has turned a corner in recent weeks after a strong performance against premiership contender Gold Coast at Carrara on Saturday.

Fox Sports • AFL → 13 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Dawson emotional as crowd pays tribute to dead brother

Jordan Dawson has teared up as the crowd paid tribute to his brother Jaryd, who died during the week.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 14 hours ago

Fox Sports

Crows veteran leads epic turnaround on emotional night; concern for $1.7m recruit — 3-2-1

Adelaide has courageously overcome a fast-starting St Kilda to prevail 15.13 (103) to 15.12 (102) on an emotional night at Adelaide Oval.

Fox Sports • AFL → 14 hours ago

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Fox Sports

‘Want to have a beer… but let’s fix it’: Suns coach unloads on ‘chook lotto’ AFL rule

Gold Coast Suns coach Damien Hardwick has called for clarity surrounding the holding the ball interpretation after being left perplexed by several calls against his side on Saturday.

Fox Sports • AFL → 14 hours ago

AFL

Wizard magic helps Hawks survive Power surge in cracking finish

Hawthorn hangs on in a thriller against Port Adelaide.

AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Hawks debutant kicks ripping goal in thriller

Hawthorn debutant Will McCabe has kicked a huge goal on debut against Port Adelaide.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 15 hours ago

AFL

Final teams in as Crows take on Saints. LIVE from 7.05pm ACST

Follow all the action from Saturday's round six games.

AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

AFL demands answers on Hollands saga

The AFL has demanded answers from Carlton regarding Elijah Hollands' behaviour on Thursday night.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 15 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Top AFL executive takes charge as pressure grows on Blues to explain why Hollands played

The AFL ordered Carlton to table their review into why Elijah Hollands took to the field amid a “mental health episode”, coming as the league turned to one of its top officials to play a key role in the investigation.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 15 hours ago

AFL

'It's like chook lotto': Hardwick demands clarity on inconsistent calls

Damien Hardwick says holding the ball calls are too inconsistent.

AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Getting belted’: Hawks ‘relief’ as Port rue early call; duo in strife for ‘petulant’ acts’ — 3-2-1

Hawthorn has survived a thriller against Port Adelaide after a Mitch Georgiades missed set shot denied the Power a late comeback.

Fox Sports • AFL → 16 hours ago

AFL

MATCH REVIEW: Giant cops ban from feisty Sydney Derby

The Match Review findings from Friday's round six games are in.

AFL • AFL → 17 hours ago

ABC Sport

Country town buzzing as Lance Franklin returns to footy

Lance Franklin has pulled on the boots to help the Dowerin Tigers, where he played his formative footy, raise much-needed funds for lights and facilities.

ABC Sport • AFL → 17 hours ago

Premier LeagueFootball

BBC

Can Leeds feel safe from relegation after back-to-back wins?

Leeds United are eight points above the Premier League drop zone after back-to-back wins - so can they feel safe from relegation?.

BBC • Football → 3 hours ago

Fox Sports

Spurs rocked by 95th-minute disaster as Premier League relegation rivals land HUGE blow

Roberto De Zerbi has five games to save Tottenham from the unthinkable nightmare of relegation from the Premier League after his first home game at the helm ended in a costly 2-2 draw against Brighton.

Fox Sports • Football → 3 hours ago

BBC

Howe's biggest Newcastle challenge yet as questions grow on his future

Newcastle are languishing in 14th place in the Premier League following defeat by Bournemouth. Will manager Eddie Howe turn it around?.

BBC • Football → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

Tottenham Hotspur 2 Brighton & Hove Albion 2: Xavi Simons screamer not enough after late Georginio Rutter goal

Georginio Rutter scored a late equaliser to dash Tottenham's hopes of escaping relegation zone. Here are the key talking points.

The Athletic • Premier League → 5 hours ago

BBC

Iraola bowing out in style - where will he go next?

Any suggestion of distraction following Andoni Iraola's decision to leave Bournemouth was firmly dismissed by his players in their statement victory against Newcastle.

BBC • Football → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Long live Rayan Cherki! 23 moments of genius from the Premier League's great entertainer

In a season marked by pragmatism, the dual-footed Manchester City playmaker has brought joy and audacity to the football pitch.

The Athletic • Football → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

A north London walk of woe: Assessing the current mood of Arsenal and Spurs fans

These are unsettled and anxious times for supporters of both clubs – The Athletic sent two writers onto the streets to assess the vibes.

The Athletic • Premier League → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Everton-Liverpool predictions: Why first Merseyside derby at Hill Dickinson is so important

Can David Moyes' side strike a blow in the battle for European qualification? Or will Arne Slot's team reassert themselves in the derby?.

The Athletic • Football → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Premier League title showdown will test Raya and Donnarumma's ability - and bottle

For all the talk of 'bottle' around Sunday's Premier League showdown, it is the two goalkeepers who have faced the biggest mental challenges.

The Athletic • Football → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

It is 30 years since Newcastle United first took a stand against racism. But there is still work to be done

Banners will be held aloft at St James' Park on Saturday to commemorate the first 11 Black footballers to represent the club.

The Athletic • Football → 19 hours ago

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Yahoo Sports

Struggling Phillies place closer Jhoan Durán on 15-day IL with left oblique strain

The Philadelphia Phillies are heading into Saturday night’s home game against the Atlanta Braves as losers of seven of their last nine games. The Phillies’ pitching staff has been struggling, and the team revealed hours before first pitch that it won’t have its closer for a while longer.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Boone: Cole needs several more rehab outings

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole said he had a "solid" rehab outing Friday night, but manager Aaron Boone said the veteran right-hander will need "several more" starts before rejoining the big league club.

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ESPN

Royals manager Quatraro ejected for arguing

Kansas City manager Matt Quatraro was ejected in the first inning Saturday afternoon against the Yankees after arguing with the umpires.

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ESPN

Marlins' Stowers set to make season debut Sun.

The Marlins plan to activate Kyle Stowers on Sunday, clearing the way for the All-Star outfielder to make his season debut after being sidelined with a hamstring strain.

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Yahoo Sports

Mets DH Jorge Polanco goes to injured list with right wrist contusion

Amid a nine-game losing streak, the New York Mets have placed designated hitter Jorge Polanco on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist contusion, the team announced Saturday. Polanco, 32, sustained the injury during Tuesday’s 2-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 4 hours ago

ESPN

Mets put struggling Polanco on IL with sore wrist

Mets designated hitter Jorge Polanco has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist contusion.

ESPN • MLB → 6 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Dodgers reportedly calling up slugger Ryan Ward, last year's Pacific Coast League MVP, from Triple-A

The Los Angeles Dodgers are calling up outfielder/first baseman Ryan Ward from Triple-A Oklahoma City and are expected to activate him this weekend, according to The Athletic.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 7 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Where to watch Kansas City Royals vs. New York Yankees: Live stream, TV channel, odds for Saturday, April 18

The Kansas City Royals enter Saturday’s game against the New York Yankees on a five-game losing streak. The lost the series’ opener 4-2 on Friday after Ryan McMahon hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning. Starting pitchers are Noah Cameron for Kansas City and Will Warren for New York.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 10 hours ago

ESPN

Yanks' McMahon goes from batting cage to big HR

Ryan McMahon spent most of Friday's game in the batting cage, but summoned as a defensive replacement, he delivered a go-ahead, two-run homer in the eighth inning to give the Yankees a 4-2 win.

ESPN • MLB → 18 hours ago

ESPN

Dodgers, Rockies greeted by snow at Coors Field

The Dodgers and Rockies were greeted by 3 inches of snow thanks to a mid-April storm that blanketed Coors Field as their four-game series got off to a frigid start.

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Baseball

The Athletic

On emotional night, Angel Stadium mourns franchise icon Garret Anderson

“He was more than a ballplayer,” teammate and friend Tim Salmon said. “He’s got a tremendous legacy, between the lines, on the field.".

The Athletic • MLB → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Yanks' Cole throws 44 pitches in 1st rehab start

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole gave up three runs over 4? ? innings Friday night for Double-A Somerset in his first minor league rehabilitation start.

ESPN • MLB → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Marlins third baseman Pauley (oblique) exits early

Marlins third baseman Graham Pauley left Friday night's game against the Brewers in the seventh inning with right oblique discomfort.

ESPN • MLB → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Mariners reinstate Refsnyder; Miller set for rehab

The Seattle Mariners reinstated infielder/outfielder Rob Refsnyder from the paternity list on Friday and placed outfielder Patrick Wisdom on the 10-day injured list.

ESPN • MLB → 20 hours ago

The Athletic

Padres' Manny Machado hails expected $3.9 billion sale: 'It kind of tells you everything'

Machado monitored a sale process that drew several billionaire suitors and ultimately produced a bidding frenzy.

The Athletic • MLB → 21 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Gerrit Cole hits 96 mph in first rehab start amid return from Tommy John surgery

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole officially began his rehab assignment Friday, making his first start since undergoing Tommy John surgery in early 2025. Suiting up for the Somerset Patriots, the Yankees’ Double-A affiliate, Cole threw 4 1/3 innings with 3 hits allowed, 3 earned runs, 1 walk and 3 strikeouts on 44 pitches.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 22 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Guardians pitcher Tanner Bibee latest MLB player to make gender reveal with on-field gear

Another day, another on-field gender reveal in Major League Baseball.

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ESPN

Cubs closer Palencia (oblique) goes on 15-day IL

Cubs closer Daniel Palencia was placed on the 15-day IL with a left oblique strain, and starter Cade Horton underwent Tommy John surgery for the second time.

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The Athletic

Baseball industry reacts to Padres' sale price, potential impact on labor negotiations

The Padres' record-breaking sales price has many around the league speculating how it will impact the next CBA negotiations.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Mets' losing streak hits 9 games after loss to Cubs

The New York Mets’ struggles are starting to get concerning, as the team lost its ninth straight Friday, falling 12-4 to the Chicago Cubs. The loss drops New York to 7-13 on the season. It’s the Mets’ longest losing streak since 2004, when they dropped 11 straight on the way to a 71-91 mark.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

Basketball

RealGM

Jalen Green Scores 36 As Suns Eliminate Warriors, Claim No. 8 Seed

Jalen Green delivered 36 points on 14-of-20 shooting as the Phoenix Suns eliminated the Golden State Warriors 111-96 Friday, claiming the Western Conference's No. 8 seed and a first-round playoff matchup against defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder beginning Sunday.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Immanuel Quickley Misses Game 1 With Strained Hamstring

Immanuel Quickley was held out of the Toronto Raptors' 126-113 loss in Game 1 of their first round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers due to a right hamstring injury. Quickley suffered the injury during last Sunday's regular season finale.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NBA playoffs 2026: Raptors-Cavaliers takeaways — Can Toronto make this a series?

The last time the Toronto Raptors and the Cleveland Cavaliers met in the NBA playoffs was 2018, and the history between them is about as lopsided as it gets.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Bucks To Cast Wide Net In Search For Next Coach

The Milwaukee Bucks are looking for a new head coach after parting ways with Doc Rivers after the season. For the first time since 2018, GM Jon Horst is leading a real search, since the last two hires were guarantees for the Bucks.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Trail Blazers Not Looking To Spend Big Money On A Head Coach

The Portland Trail Blazers may move on from Tiago Splitter, despite the interim head coach leading the team to their first playoff appearance in five years. If they Blazers do go for a new coach, they aren't looking to spend big money to bring one to Portland.

RealGM • Basketball → 4 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Larry Bird, Steve Kerr, others pay tribute to Basketball Hall of Famer Oscar Schmidt after Brazilian icon dies at 68

Buda Mendes via Getty ImagesOscar Schmidt authored a 46-point performance in the final of the 1987 Pan American Games, leading Brazil to a historic victory over the United States in a game that partly precipitated the formation of the “Dream Team.”.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 4 hours ago

ESPN

Raps' Quickley (hamstring) misses G1 loss to Cavs

Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley missed Game 1's loss to the Cavaliers as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury.

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ESPN

Spurs motivated, inspired by Popovich address

Hall of Famer and former coach Gregg Popovich, who continues to rehab from a stroke, addressed the Spurs prior to their playoff series against the Trail Blazers.

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ESPN

OKC remains title betting fave; Spurs, C's follow

The Thunder (+110) remain large betting favorites to repeat as NBA champions, but the betting public also likes the Spurs (+500) and Celtics (+550) to give Oklahoma City a run for its money.

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Yahoo Sports

NBA playoffs 2026: Raptors' Immanuel Quickley out for Game 1 vs. Cavaliers with strained hamstring

The Toronto Raptors will be without starting point guard Immanuel Quickley as they begin their first-round NBA playoff series versus the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 6 hours ago

NBABasketball

The Athletic

Breakdown of Lakers vs. Rockets head-to-head factors in 2026 NBA first-round series

This is the 10th time the Lakers and Rockets will meet in the NBA playoffs. Who holds the advantages? We look at the head-to-head factors.

The Athletic • NBA → 7 hours ago

The Stein Line

The NBA Intel side dish to your eight-game NBA playoffs weekend

It's the opening weekend of the NBA playoffs and that is naturally where the focus should be trained for the basketball public. Executives around the league, mind you, are tracking other things as well.

The Stein Line → 8 hours ago

ESPN

Revisiting each playoff matchup between LeBron James and Kevin Durant

James and Durant have faced off in the postseason three times, and each matchup proved to be a momentous occasion.

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Yahoo Sports

Clippers never considered moving on from Tyronn Lue this season, say their 'plan is to win with Kawhi'

More than a month and a half into the season, the Los Angeles Clippers were left for dead. They were surrounded by controversy, with a contentious handling of Chris Paul’s final season in the NBA and the Aspiration-Kawhi Leonard scandal lurking behind their atrocious early-season record.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 9 hours ago

The Athletic

Draymond Green, Stephen Curry open up about uncertain futures after Warriors' ouster

"It will be a busy summer for the Warriors," Curry said after Golden State's loss to the Phoenix Suns in the Play-In Tournament.

The Athletic • NBA → 9 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Magic vs. Pistons: Who will survive physical East clash? Series keys, schedule and prediction

The Eastern Conference’s No. 1 seed, the Detroit Pistons, will take on the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 9 hours ago

ESPN

2026 NBA playoffs betting: Bets on champion, Finals MVP and each first-round series

Our experts explain how to bet the NBA playoffs as a whole and provide their best bets for each first-round series.

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The Athletic

Rockets playoff preview: 5 questions they must answer against Lakers

Kevin Durant and LeBron James will have to provide plenty of offense for their teams to be successful in this series.

The Athletic • NBA → 9 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Suns vs. Thunder: Can Phoenix compete with the champs? Series keys, schedule and prediction

The Western Conference’s top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the eighth-seeded Phoenix Suns in the first round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.

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Yahoo Sports

Where to watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets NBA playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Saturday, April 18

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets meet in the playoffs for the third time in the past four years. Denver won three of the teams’ four regular-season meetings, including a 142-138 classic on Christmas in which Nikola Jokić scored 18 points in the final three minutes.

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College FootballAmerican Football

ESPN

IU transfer Mendoza 'the guy' in Ga. Tech QB fight

Alberto Mendoza has used spring practice to establish himself as the favorite to start at quarterback for Georgia Tech following his transfer from Indiana.

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ESPN

Riddick picks his favorite NFL draft prospects: The guys he'd want on his team from Rounds 1-3

Louis Riddick picks his guys in the 2026 class, including some offensive playmakers and ball-hawking defensive backs. See who's on his 10-player list.

ESPN • NFL → 11 hours ago

ESPN

Texas Tech games nixed in wake of ACC changes

Reigning Big 12 champion Texas Tech has open slots on its 2027 football schedule after the cancellations of two nonconference games.

ESPN • College Football → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Auburn approves $323M in additions at stadium

Auburn is moving forward with the largest capital project in program history.

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ESPN

Nebraska plans $600M stadium renovation for '28

Nebraska's Memorial Stadium will undergo a $600 million renovation targeted for the start of the 2028 season, according to a plan announced Friday.

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ESPN

10 NFL scouts predict the first 10 draft picks

We asked scouts to draft picks for other teams, assigning one to each top-10 slot.

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ESPN

Spring football games: Previewing Virginia Tech, Michigan, Miami and others

Spring football games are in full swing this weekend. Here's what to know ahead of Friday and Saturday.

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ESPN

2027 recruiting class rankings: Oklahoma among top 10 schools off to strong start

These schools are setting the early pace in the class of 2027 recruiting race.

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ESPN

Forget the 40: The true measure of Carnell Tate

Wide receiver Carnell Tate is confident, intelligent and ready to star in the NFL. His mother made sure of it.

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ESPN

Judge grants Oklahoma LB Heinecke extra year

A district court judge has granted Oklahoma linebacker Owen Heinecke a preliminary injunction, handing him an additional year of eligibility in 2026.

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American Football

ESPN

One year later: Who won the Jaguars-Browns draft-day trade for Travis Hunter?

The Browns and Jags swapped picks in 2025 so Jacksonville could draft Hunter. Now, Cleveland has an extra first-rounder in 2026.

ESPN • NFL → 9 hours ago

ESPN

Titans' preparation has them ready to go with 'cluster' of options

GM Mike Borgonzi knows that Tennessee will have many options when the Titans are on the clock at No. 4.

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The Athletic

2026 NFL Draft outliers: Eli Heidenreich, Sonny Styles, others who defy the norms

From the freakiest athletes in this year's draft to those with questions about their size and age, these players can star in the NFL.

The Athletic • NFL → 15 hours ago

The Athletic

How elite athletes such as Rory McIlroy are learning to keep calm in clutch moments

Keeping your mouth shut, breath and sleep experts, plus wearable technology are now all key parts of preparing for action at the top level.

The Athletic • NBA → 15 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Mike Vrabel will not be subject to NFL's personal conduct policy after photos with Dianna Russini, league says

The NFL is not reviewing the conduct of New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel in the wake of photos taken of him with journalist Dianna Russini, league spokesman Brian McCarthy told ESPN's Ben Strauss.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 23 hours ago

ESPN

Inside the fallout of the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel photos

How Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel scrambled to respond to photos published in the New York Post.

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Yahoo Sports

Texans made a massive NFL Draft gamble to get Will Anderson Jr., and they were right

Latest NFL mock draft | Big Boards: Yahoo consensus Top 75 • Nate Tice • Charles McDonald | Draft guide NFL Draft trade value charts exist for a reason. They’re a good, shorthand guide to inform whether teams are getting equal value in a deal or overpaying for picks.

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ESPN

Falcons trade DT Orhorhoro for Jags DT Smith

The Falcons have traded DT Ruke Orhorhoro to the Jaguars for DT Maason Smith. Both players were selected in the second round of the 2024 draft.

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The Athletic

Falcons, Jaguars swap defensive tackles in trade for backups

In an exchange of 2024 second-round picks, the Jaguars get Ruke Orhorhoro and the Falcons receive Maason Smith.

The Athletic • NFL → 1 day ago

ESPN

Sources: Brissett not at Cards' offseason program

Cardinals incumbent starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett has not been in attendance for the start of the team's offseason program as he waits for a new deal, sources told NFL Network.

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MLSFootball

Yahoo Sports

Prince Owusu has PK goal, three assists as Montreal thumps Red Bulls 4-1

MONTREAL (AP) — Prince Owusu scored on a penalty kick and added three assists to spark CF Montreal to a 4-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 3 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Kobe Franklin's first career goal helps Toronto pull out 3-3 draw with Austin

TORONTO (AP) — Defender Kobe Franklin scored his first career goal in the 88th minute to rally Toronto FC to a 3-3 draw with Austin FC on Saturday. Toronto (3-2-3) upped its unbeaten run to six on the season and 12 at home dating to last year.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 4 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Bruno Caicedo scores 1st MLS goal, Whitecaps beat Sporting KC 3-0 for 3rd straight win

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Emmanuel Sabbi had a goal and an assists, 21-year-old Bruno Caicedo scored his first goal in MLS, and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat Sporting Kansas City 3-0 on Friday night to continue the best start to a season in club history.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Pellegrino Matarazzo interview: The American coach on brink of history with Real Sociedad

The Spanish club's manager is hoping for success in the Copa del Rey final against Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid.

The Athletic • Football → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Landon Donovan’s deeply personal path headlines a summer full of World Cup books

The USMNT all-time great peels back the curtain on his personal life in a new World Cup-timed memoir.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Red Bulls, NYCFC set for major faceoff in US Open Cup

The stage is set for an extra edition of the Hudson River Derby in just a few weeks.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Details begin to emerge of what led to Javier Mascherano's abrupt Inter Miami exit

The Inter Miami manager suddenly left the club this week, with Guillermo Hoyos taking over for at least the time being.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Lionel Messi's new role? Argentina star buys club in Spain

Legend. World champion. MLS Cup winner.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Lionel Messi buys Catalan soccer club who helped develop David Raya, Jordi Alba

The fifth-tier side play their games next to Espanyol's RCDE Stadium in Barcelona.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

The Athletic

World Cup without tailgating is lost opportunity to show not all Americans hate each other

It stands to reason tailgating would create a lively scene when the World Cup comes to North America in just under two months. But ... no.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

Cricket

BBC

Somerset's Rew can 'absolutely' open for England

Somerset wicketkeeper James Rew can "absolutely" open the batting for England, according to his county head coach Jason Kerr.

BBC • Cricket → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

Malinga, Reddy sink CSK chase to defend under-par 194 in Hyderabad

Abhishek Sharma's blazing 59 off 22 balls set up SRH's win as CSK continued to falter in 190-plus chases.

Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

BBC

17 wickets fall on second day between Gloucs and Lancs

Keaton Jennings stages a dogged half-century to give Lancashire a crucial advantage over struggling Gloucestershire at the halfway stage at Bristol.

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BBC

Essex on top despite Hain's heroics for Warwicks

Essex remain on top against Warwickshire after two rain-affected days of their County Championship match at Edgbaston despite Sam Hain's superb innings.

BBC • Cricket → 5 hours ago

Cricinfo

Jennings 70 underpins Lancashire before Gloucestershire wobble again

Matt Taylor six-for keeps home side in touch but they lose top three cheaply and remain in deficit.

Cricinfo → 5 hours ago

Cricinfo

Hain heroics hold up Essex before weather intervenes again

Visitors reach 110 for 3 in reply to 190 on another day of interruptions.

Cricinfo → 5 hours ago

Cricinfo

Fakhar, Farooq end Qalandars' losing streak and eliminate Rawalpindiz

Fakhar's return to form with 84 and Farooq's 63 took Qalandars to 210, as Rawalpindiz remained winless.

Cricinfo → 6 hours ago

BBC

Hampshire fight back well against Somerset

Hampshire fight back well against Somerset to earn a 96-run lead with nine wickets in hand on day two.

BBC • Cricket → 6 hours ago

Cricinfo

McSweeney, Sales guide Northants reply to Middlesex 341

Unbroken century stand gives hosts firm footing after Ben Sanderson's five-for.

Cricinfo → 6 hours ago

Cricinfo

Codi Yusuf and Nick Gubbins lead Hampshire fightback

Somerset take 50-run lead on first innings but struggle to make inroads second time around.

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Tennis

WTA

Rybakina vs. Muchova: Everything to know about the Stuttgart finals

Ahead of Sunday's championship match, here’s a complete breakdown of when Elena Rybakina and Karolina Muchova play, what’s at stake and how they navigated the draw in Stuttgart.

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ATP

Remembering Alejandro Burillo, leading figure in Mexican tennis

Alejandro Burillo, the business visionary who helped establish Mexico as a key destination in professional tennis with his leadership and passion, passed away at the age of 74. Born in 1951, Burillo became one of the most influential figures in the development of professional tennis in Mexico.

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ATP

Thiem’s Tips: Domi's key ATP Fantasy factors for Madrid, where he beat Nadal & Federer

How did your first week of ATP Fantasy pan out? . Plenty of players made a fast start to their season of the new game, in which fans step into the role of a team manager to select a roster of stars each week and earn points based on real-life performances.

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ATP

Fils denies #NextGenATP Jodar, sets Rublev final in Barcelona

Arthur Fils absorbed the full force of Rafael Jodar’s rapid rise on Saturday at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, but the ninth seed refused to become the Spaniard’s next breakthrough scalp.

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WTA

Rybakina surges past Andreeva to reach third final of 2026 in Stuttgart

Elena Rybakina shook off any residual fatigue from a quarterfinal marathon against Leylah Fernandez to defeat Mirra Andreeva in straight sets Saturday in the Stuttgart semis. The 2024 champ will face Karolina Muchova in Sunday's final.

WTA → 8 hours ago

WTA

Kostyuk, Podrez to play in first all-Ukrainian WTA final in Rouen

World No. 28 Marta Kostyuk and main-draw debutant Veronika Podrez will compete in the first all-Ukrainian WTA final at the Open Capfinances Rouen Metropole.

WTA → 8 hours ago

WTA

Muchova overcomes Svitolina to reach second final of 2026 in Stuttgart

World No. 12 Karolina Muchova advanced to her second final of 2026, defeating Elina Svitolina in three sets at the Stuttgart semifinals. She'll face Elena Rybakina in the championship.

WTA → 8 hours ago

ATP

Norrie takes on pyramid puzzles for the Barcelona Lexus ATP Head2Head Challenge

Cameron Norrie is more than familiar with competing on the clay at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, but the Briton was presented with a different sort of on-court test this week at the ATP 500. Norrie, who is this week making his seventh appearance in Barcelona, took on host Natalie Pike in the latest edition of the Lexus ATP Head2Head Challenge.

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ATP

Cobolli hits 32 winners in Zverev upset, Shelton awaits in Munich final

Flavio Cobolli silenced a partisan home crowd on Saturday at the BMW Open by Bitpanda in Munich, where he powered past defending champion Alexander Zverev to book his place in the final. The 23-year-old Italian delivered a superb all-round performance for a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Zverev, the No.

ATP → 11 hours ago

ATP

Jodar's journey: Inspiration from Nadal, praise from Alcaraz & more

Remember the name: Rafael Jodar. All eyes have understandably been on another young Spaniard in recent years. Twenty-two-year-old Carlos Alcaraz has already spent 66 weeks as the No.

ATP → 18 hours ago

WTATennis

WTA

By the numbers: Rybakina survives Fernandez in three-hour Stuttgart thriller

Elena Rybakina has no idea how she did it, but she saved two match points and came from a set down to defeat Leylah Fernandez in a three-hour battle on Friday night in Stuttgart. She'll face Mirra Andreeva in the semifinals.

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WTA

'Fearless' Andreeva makes it three straight over Swiatek to reach Stuttgart semifinals

Mirra Andreeva beat Iga Swiatek for the third match in a row Friday, coming from a set down to reach the Stuttgart semifinals for the first time. The key? A fearless attitude that set the stage for one of the biggest wins of her career.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Vote: What was the best shot of the week?

What was the best shot of the week in Stuttgart and Rouen? We've rounded up our five favorites. Check them out and make sure to vote for your top pick.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Muchova finally solves Gauff to set Stuttgart semi showdown with Svitolina

Karolina Muchova notched her first win in seven tries vs. Coco Gauff, slating herself for a showdown with Elina Svitolina in the semifinals in Stuttgart.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

From Fernandez to Lys: Recapping a week of comebacks in Stuttgart and Rouen

Laura Siegemund, Oleksandra Oliynykova, Jaqueline Cristian, Hailey Baptiste, Eva Lys, Mirra Andreeva, Karolina Muchova and Leylah Fernandez have all pulled off remarkable comebacks this week in Stuttgart and Rouen. Who's your queen of the comeback?.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Gauff overcomes slow start to roll past Samsonova, reach Stuttgart quarterfinals

Coco Gauff didn't have her best stuff early, but she finished with a flurry to defeat Liudmila Samsonova in straight sets Thursday and advance to the Stuttgart quarterfinals for the third straight year.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Andreeva, Stuttgart fans sing 'Happy Birthday' to Conchita Martinez

It was quite an eventful day for Mirra Andreeva, who won her sixth straight match and then led the Stuttgart fans in a singing of "Happy Birthday" for her coach, Conchita Martinez.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Andreeva tops Parks in Stuttgart; to face Swiatek in quarterfinals

Mirra Andreeva will take on Iga Swiatek in the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix quarterfinals -- the fourth edition of their rivalry, and first meeting in 13 months -- after the 18-year-old defeated Alycia Parks on Thursday.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Top-seeded Rybakina handles Shnaider to book Stuttgart quarters spot

World No. 2 Elena Rybakina needed just to one hour and 12 minutes to defeat Diana Shnaider to return to the Stuttgart quarterfinals. The 2024 champ relied on a strong service game and timely breaks to begin her clay season on a high.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

'It's her best quality': Kostyuk lauds Svitolina's grit as motivation in comeback

In a gritty comeback win in Rouen, Marta Kostyuk took inspiration of fellow Ukrainian Elina Svitolina's fight as motivation. Both players are through to the quarterfinals in their respective tournaments.

WTA → 3 days ago

ATPTennis

ATP

Jodar follows in path of Nadal & Alcaraz, reaches Barcelona SFs

#NextGenATP star Rafael Jodar earned his second consecutive win against Cameron Norrie on Friday at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, where he eased past the Briton 6-3, 6-2. With the victory, the 19-year-old extended his winning streak to eight matches. The Spaniard overcame the former World No.

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ATP

Fils dismisses Musetti, advances to Barcelona SFs

Arthur Fils continued his impressive 2026 on Friday at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, where he dispatched second seed Lorenzo Musetti 6-3, 6-4 to reach the semi-finals at the ATP 500 event. Fils was sidelined for eight months due to injury but has been red hot since returning in February.

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ATP

Alcaraz withdraws from Madrid

Carlos Alcaraz announced his withdrawal from the Mutua Madrid Open on Friday. "There are some news that are incredibly hard to share.

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ATP

Zverev wins see-saw clash with Cerundolo, Shelton sinks Fonseca for Munich SF spot

Alexander Zverev held his nerve after a manic start to snap his clay losing streak against Francisco Cerundolo and book a semi-final spot at the BMW Open by Bitpanda.

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ATP

Djokovic withdraws from Madrid

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming Mutua Madrid Open due to injury, the tournament announced on Friday. The former No.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Musetti wins highlight-reel outing with Moutet for Barcelona QF spot

Lorenzo Musetti kept his cool in the face of a typically crafty Corentin Moutet performance on Thursday afternoon to seal a quarter-final berth at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell. The No. 9 player in the PIF ATP Rankings prevailed 6-3, 6-4 in a richly entertaining encounter on Pista Rafa Nadal.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Miedler earns March's Hot Shot of the Month with Indian Wells magic

Lucas Miedler made the most of two fleeting opportunities at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, where he turned both into brilliance to secure March’s Hot Shot of the Month presented by Yokohama.

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ATP

Stella Artois ATP Perfect Serve: Vote now for March's winner

Daniil Medvedev and Ethan Quinn are up for March’s ATP Perfect Serve, brought to you by Stella Artois, award. Competing in the Indian Wells, Medvedev led Carlos Alcaraz 6-3, 3-4 when he found himself under pressure on serve. However, with the scores at deuce, the former No.

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ATP

Rublev, Zverev break clear of Nadal, Cilic & co. with ATP 500 record

Andrey Rublev and Alexander Zverev continued to redefine consistency at ATP 500 level on Thursday, when they each carved out a piece of history and moved beyond some of the Tour’s most established names.

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ATP

Zverev reaches Munich QFs, sets another clay clash with Cerundolo

Alexander Zverev overcame Gabriel Diallo 6-1, 6-2 on Thursday at the BMW Open by Bitpanda to set a quarter-final clash against Francisco Cerundolo in Munich, where the World No. 3 will seek revenge.

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Miscellaneous

Sportslogos.net

SL.Net Podcast: Todd Radom Joins to Discuss City Connect 2026

Episode 7 of the SportsLogos.Net podcast is out now. Check it out right here, right now on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music and more. This week, Chris and Paul welcome guest host Todd Radom to break down all eight of Major League Baseball’s new second-generation City Connect uniforms for 2026. The.

Sportslogos.net → 6 hours ago

Front Office Sports

Kansas City Okays $600M for New Royals Stadium

The Royals now have a much clearer path toward a deal to build a downtown ballpark, but further legislative progress this week is creating additional hurdles the MLB club must still clear. The city council in Kansas City, Mo.

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

Sportslogos.net

Kenosha Kingfish pay tribute to historic lighthouses with Keepers alternate identity

The Kenosha Kingfish, a baseball team in the collegiate summer level Northwoods League, will pay tribute to lighthouses along the shores of the Great Lakes with their new alternate identity, the Kenosha Keepers.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

Baltimore Ravens Unveil New Home, Road And Alternate Uniforms

This marks the first change to the Ravens’ primary design in 26 seasons, though they’re mostly an evolution of their previous look.

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Front Office Sports

How Taylor Swift’s Catalog Fueled Scott Borchetta’s Push Into Sports

Entertainment executive Scott Borchetta is expanding his reach into sports.

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Front Office Sports

French Open Will Allow Wearables Like Whoop on ‘Trial Basis’

After tennis stars at the Australian Open were asked to remove banned wearables like Whoop, the French Open will now allow them on “a trial basis”—the first time they will be permitted at a Grand Slam.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Los Angeles Rams Unveil New Uniform Set, Tweak Primary Logo for 2026

The Los Angeles Rams de-gradiented their logos, added a little more edge, and revealed two new home and road uniforms for 2026 with two new alternates still to come.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Madison Mallards honor bat dog with alternate identity

The Madison Mallards, a baseball team in the collegiate summer Northwoods League, will pay tribute to their popular bat dog when they play one game as the Mavericks this season. The Mallards will wear jerseys that feature Maverick himself doing the job he was meant to do, carrying a bat.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Front Office Sports

Sophia Wilson on Returning to Soccer With a Million-Dollar Deal

U.S. Women’s National Team star Sophia Wilson is back with the Portland Thorns this NWSL season on a $1 million player option. When she exercised the deal this offseason, Wilson’s contract was the first in league history to hit seven figures in one season.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 3 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Washington Commanders Unveil New Redskins-Inspired Home, Black Alternate Uniforms 

The Commanders also promoted last year's throwback-inspired alternate uniform to full-time road status and introduced new secondary logos.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

WNBABasketball

ESPN

Veteran Hayes returns to Valkyries on 1-year deal

The Valkyries have re-signed free agent guard Tiffany Hayes to a one-year deal. She averaged 11.7 points and 3.8 rebounds in 26 games last season.

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ESPN

Lynx star Collier (ankles) aiming to return 'soon'

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier, who is still recovering from offseason surgery on both ankles, says she's working to return to the court "soon.".

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ESPN

Reese enjoyed time in Chicago but wanted 'more'

Newly acquired Dream star forward Angel Reese says she was grateful for her time in Chicago but she wanted more.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 day ago

ESPN

Retired stars Bird, Rapinoe announce separation

Retired sports stars Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced on social media that, after a decade together, they are no longer in a relationship.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 day ago

ESPN

Fever's Boston lands record $6.3M extension

Three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston has agreed to a four-year, $6.3 million contract extension with the Fever, her agent told ESPN.

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ESPN

Run it back: Liberty sign Big 3 to long-term deals

Liberty announced Friday that forward Breanna Stewart, center Jonquel Jones and guard Sabrina Ionescu all have signed multiyear deals to return to the team.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 day ago

ESPN

The biggest question facing every WNBA team in training camp

How will Angel Reese fit the Dream? Will the Wings return to the playoffs? Can Caitlin Clark remain healthy?.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 day ago

ESPN

Sources: Collier back to Lynx on supermax deal

Napheesa Collier has signed a one-year, $1.4 million supermax contract to return to the Lynx, sources told ESPN.

ESPN • WNBA → 2 days ago

ESPN

Wings stifle Fudd-Bueckers relationship questions

The WNBA's Wings shut down a question to No. 1 overall draft pick Azzi Fudd about her relationship with teammate Paige Bueckers, which the two made public in 2025.

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ESPN

Wetzel: For the good of WNBA, commish needs thicker skin

From Cathy Engelbert on down, the WNBA should be about "look at us," not "woe is me," Dan Wetzel writes.

ESPN • WNBA → 2 days ago

NFLAmerican Football

ESPN

Source: Texans, Anderson agree to $150M deal

Texans and All-Pro defensive end Will Anderson Jr. have agreed to a historic three-year, $150 million extension to make him the highest-paid non-quarterback, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Yahoo Sports

Bill Belichick's North Carolina Tar Heels have lowest win total of his coaching career

North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick is widely considered one of the greatest football coaches in history.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Jacoby Brissett reportedly not attending start of Cardinals' offseason program, asking for starter-caliber extension

Jacoby Brissett started the final 12 games of the 2025 season for the Arizona Cardinals.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Texans, Will Anderson Jr. agree to record-setting 3-year, $150 million extension: Source

Last season, Anderson set career highs in sacks (12), tackles for loss (20), forced fumbles (three) and fumble recoveries (two).

The Athletic • NFL → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Will Anderson Jr. reportedly agrees to 3-year, $150 million extension with Texans, becoming highest-paid non-QB ever

Star pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. has reportedly agreed to a three-year, $150 million contract extension with the Houston Texans on Friday, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.???? ???? ???? The #Texans and All-Pro edge Will Anderson Jr.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

2025 Topps Chrome Football odds analysis: Where to find the cards you're chasing

Everything you need to know about 2025 Topps Chrome Football from print runs to where to find your favorite inserts.

The Athletic • NFL → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Former NFL WR Alshon Jeffery reportedly arrested for alleged insurance fraud

Former NFL wide receiver Alshon Jeffery was reportedly arrested for alleged insurance fraud regarding a car accident earlier this year, according to TMZ Sports. The 36-year-old Jeffery was arrested for "insurance fraud and conceal/fail to disclose insurance benefits or payment.”.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Zay Flowers says John Harbaugh's physical practices likely led to Ravens injuries

The Baltimore Ravens shocked the NFL world in January when the team fired John Harbaugh after 18 seasons. Harbaugh was incredibly successful during his run with the franchise, posting a .614 winning percentage and winning a Super Bowl title in 2012. But maybe it was time for a change.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 1 day ago

ESPN

WR Flowers: Harbaugh's practices led to injuries

Ravens wideout Zay Flowers says "heavy" practices under former coach John Harbaugh were the reason Baltimore "had a lot of injuries" last season.

ESPN • NFL → 1 day ago

ESPN

Latest NFL draft buzz: What we're hearing on Caleb Downs' range, Day 2 steals, more

What are the Eagles, Giants and Steelers thinking for their picks? Our experts share new intel.

ESPN • NFL → 1 day ago

Golf

ESPN

Sei Young Kim leads LA Championship by 1 shot

Sei Young Kim shot her second straight 7-under 65 at El Caballero to take a one-stroke lead in the JM Eagle LA Championship, the final event before the first women's major of the season.

ESPN • Golf → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Rahm unbothered by LIV drama, leads in Mexico

Jon Rahm, who shot a 67 on Friday to take a one-shot lead at LIV Golf Mexico, said he is keeping his focus on golf after an interview with CEO Scott O'Neil raised more questions about the tour's future.

ESPN • Golf → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Gay, Hend share lead in Senior PGA Championship

Brian Gay made up ground with an eagle-birdie finish for a 4-under 68 to share the 36-hole lead with Scott Hend in the Senior PGA Championship on Friday.

ESPN • Golf → 23 hours ago

ESPN

Fitzpatrick rides 'lucky' shot to RBC Heritage lead

Matt Fitzpatrick acknowledged getting "lucky" avoiding the water on the par-3 14th and capitalized by holing a 30-foot birdie, the highlight of his second-round 63 on Friday for a one-shot lead at the RBC Heritage.

ESPN • Golf → 23 hours ago

Fox Sports

LIV boss’ deleted interview causes stir about future as Bryson spits the dummy

An interview with LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil was deleted and re-posted without a key detail about the breakaway league’s future in an eyebrow raising move.

Fox Sports • Golf → 24 hours ago

Fox Sports

Freak bounce boosts ex-champ’s charge as ‘psycho scorecard’ stuns $20m PGA event

A freakish bounce off a tree helped Matt Fitzpatrick jump to the top of the leaderboard at the halfway mark of the PGA Tour’s RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links.

Fox Sports • Golf → 1 day ago

ESPN

LIV CEO: League has backing to finish '26 season

Amid questions about the future of LIV Golf, CEO Scott O'Neil told TNT Sports that the league has a financial commitment to finish the 2026 season.

ESPN • Golf → 1 day ago

ESPN

Iwai shoots 63, leads LPGA's LA Championship

Chizzy Iwai played her first seven holes in 7 under, capped by an eagle on the par-5 16th, and shot a 9-under 63 to take a two-stroke lead in the JM Eagle LA Championship.

ESPN • Golf → 2 days ago

ESPN

Langer, 68, breaks age to share Senior PGA lead

The ageless Bernhard Langer is at it again. The 68-year-old German had a double bogey and still broke his age by two shots with a 66 in the Senior PGA Championship.

ESPN • Golf → 2 days ago

ESPN

Aberg cards 63 to take 1-shot lead at Hilton Head

Ludvig Aberg has the lead at the RBC Heritage with a bogey-free 63 at Harbour Town.

ESPN • Golf → 2 days ago

AFLWAussie Rules

AFL

The AFLW stars part of the next wave of potential senior coaches

Current AFLW players are making their mark in the coaching ranks.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

AFL

Explainer: How AFLW's first pre-season draft will work as nominations open

The AFLW's first pre-season draft will be held next month.

AFL • AFLW → 3 days ago

AFL

Stars of the future to face new VFLW test ahead of draft

The Marsh AFLW Academy will play against a VFLW side as preparations for the draft evolve.

AFL • AFLW → 4 days ago

AFL

Darwin sleepover club: The players who cross the country to build community

Dom Carbone's love of community football has been embraced by her super-flying sleepover club.

AFL • AFLW → 4 days ago

AFL

SA's new AFLW coaches took different paths but bring same passions to their clubs

Ryan Davis and Glenn Strachan are just two of five new coaches on the AFLW scene next season.

AFL • AFLW → 1 week ago

AFL

Beaches, wineries and the arts: What AFLW's new coaches love about South Australia

The new coaches of Adelaide and Port Adelaide aren't native South Australians, but they're adjusting to life in the city of churches just fine.

AFL • AFLW → 1 week ago

AFL

Historic first as AFLW gears up for inaugural International Rules game

Some of the best women's talent from Australia and Ireland will square off in at least one fixture on Australian shores in either June or July.

AFL • AFLW → 1 week ago

AFL

Giants bolster coaching stocks with addition of ex-Lions premiership skipper

Emma Zielke joins Greater Western Sydney as its first full-time AFLW assistant coach, leading forwards and player development.

AFL • AFLW → 1 week ago

AFL

AFLW confirms big fixture shift for start of 2026 season

The 2026 AFLW fixture is set to feature four games played at AFL venues on the same day as men's matches.

AFL • AFLW → 1 week ago

AFL

AFLW guide to Gather Round: Players' picks for a perfect weekend

Players share their top tips on the best beaches, food spots and must-do experiences to make the most of Gather Round in Adelaide.

AFL • AFLW → 1 week ago

College BasketballBasketball

ESPN

No. 2 scorer Stojakovic returns to loaded Illinois

Andrej Stojakovic is returning to an Illinois team that will bring back five of its top seven scorers from a group that reached the Final Four.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

N. Dame, Villanova to open hoops season in Rome

Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader Nov. 1 in Rome to open the season.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

K. Mingo joins Baylor amid brother's recruitment

Guard Kayden Mingo is transferring to Baylor after a strong freshman season at Penn State in a move that could play a role in the recruitment of his brother, five-star prospect Dylan Mingo.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

Tiller follows Bidunga out the door at Kansas

Bryson Tiller is leaving Kansas for bitter rival Missouri after a promising and productive freshman season with the Jayhawks.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 days ago

ESPN

Florida forward Condon to return for senior year

Florida forward Alex Condon, the No. 30 prospect in ESPN's Top 100, will return for his senior year, he told ESPN on Wednesday.

ESPN • College Basketball → 3 days ago

ESPN

Top PG Wright boosts BYU, returns from portal

The return of point guard Robert Wright III will give BYU a boost as it prepares to lose two of its top players.

ESPN • College Basketball → 3 days ago

ESPN

Men's transfer buzz: How Final Four teams are reloading

Who's leaving, who's staying and who's coming? Let's take a look at Michigan, UConn, Arizona and Illinois.

ESPN • College Basketball → 3 days ago

ESPN

Wilkinson to leave UGA for Arkansas, sources say

Georgia transfer Jeremiah Wilkinson, one of the best scorers in the transfer portal, committed to Arkansas on Tuesday night, sources told ESPN, choosing the Razorbacks over programs including Kentucky, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and LSU.

ESPN • College Basketball → 4 days ago

ESPN

Sources: Darling hits portal after St. John's run

Dylan Darling, the NCAA tournament hero for St. John's, entered the transfer portal Tuesday, sources told ESPN, hours after the Red Storm landed highly touted European point guard Quinn Ellis.

ESPN • College Basketball → 4 days ago

ESPN

Wilson makes it official, leaving Heels for draft

Star UNC freshman Caleb Wilson is headed to the NBA draft after what he called "the most fun year of my life" playing for the Tar Heels.

ESPN • NBA → 5 days ago

NBLBasketball

NBL

NBL26 Report Card: Breaking new ground

As the Free Agency period tips off, NBL Media is putting the microscope on every club's NBL26 campaign. Pete Hooley analyses every team, starting with the tenth-placed Bullets, all the way through to the Championship-winning Kings.What the ladder says7th place - 13 wins, 20 losses.

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NBL

Kings confirm re-signing of powerful forward

Fresh off winning the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Championship, the Sydney Kings are now preparing their squad to go back-to-back. Heading into the NBL27 Free Agency, the Kings had Xavier Cooks, Matthew Dellavedova, Jaylin Galloway, Kouat Noi and Jason Spurgin all under contract.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

REPORT: Perth re-sign hot free agent

The Perth Wildcats have made a huge statement on the first day of the NBL27 Free Agency period by reportedly re-signing electric guard Elijah Pepper.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Rising guard secured as Kings reload

The Sydney Kings have confirmed the return of Tyler Robertson for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season. The champions have picked up Robertson’s option after a strong campaign, where he lined up on 27 occasions and averaged 6 points and 2 rebounds a game, across 12.6 minutes.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

REPORT: Will Cairns get a former Snake on a plane?

They may only have two players under contract for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 season, but the Cairns Taipans' roster is slowly coming together. Australian Boomers pair Jack McVeigh and Reyne Smith are locked in and now it's time to build from there.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

REPORT: Teams circling Kings' championship star

The NBL27 Free Agency is looming as an intriguing one for reigning champions Sydney.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Aussies Abroad: Boomer to miss start of Hawks' Playoff campaign

Australian star Jock Landale will miss at least the first two weeks of the NBA playoffs with Atlanta Hawks because of his sprained right ankle.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Bullets lock in defensive wing

The Brisbane Bullets announced on Friday that they have signed defensive wing Sam McDaniel to a new two-year deal. McDaniel first joined the Bullets in NBL24, following three years with Melbourne United (who he won a championship with) and two seasons with Tasmania.

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NBL

REPORT: NBL champion in advanced talks with 36ers

The Adelaide 36ers are reportedly close to landing one of the biggest free agents in the market, Bul Kuol, on a two-year deal. According to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc, Kuol, who played a role in the Sydney Kings’ NBL26 championship, is on the verge of penning a multi-year deal with the Sixers.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

REPORT: Hawks zero in on former NBA Draft pick

Tall Blacks international Mojave King is reportedly on the move once again, with the Illawarra Hawks zeroing in on the talented wing. According to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc, the NBL25 champions are in conversations with the 47th pick in the 2023 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBL → 2 days ago

MotoGPMotorsport

MotoGP

Five without a win: can Ducati end their victory drought in Jerez?

Ducati haven’t waited so long for a GP win since 2021 – and it’s 2014 since the factory team had a longer run without a rostrum. Can they turn the tables at Jerez?.

MotoGP → 2 days ago

MotoGP

Momentum builds: Acosta’s stellar start sets the tone for 2026

Three rounds down, 19 to go! Pedro Acosta is enjoying his strongest start to a premier-class season yet, with some key changes showing improvements on track.

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

APRILIA RECORDS: the stats do the talking

2026 has been dreamland for the Noale factory so far but just how impressive have they been?.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

MotoGP

Simply the Bez: history made by Bezzecchi so far

Five Grand Prix wins in a row later, the Italian is setting new benchmarks. Here are some of the stats.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

MotoGP

TALKING POINTS: “I’m missing, not the bike”

Delve into some of the key takeaways from MotoGP’s latest visit to Austin.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

MotoGP

Record-breaker Bezzecchi claims COTA crown with Sunday stunner

Martin makes it an Aprilia 1-2 in Austin, Acosta joins the Noale duo on the podium as Marc Marquez claims P5 following his Long Lap penalty.

MotoGP → 3 weeks ago

MotoGP

Acosta receives penalty, loses Sprint podium as Bastianini promoted

Post-race penalty reshuffles results as Acosta loses P3, with Bastianini stepping up to claim bronze.

MotoGP → 3 weeks ago

MotoGP

Bezzecchi and Marini penalised after COTA Q2 incident

Championship leader Bezzecchi drops to the second row for Sunday's GP after being deemed to impede Marc Marquez during qualifying.

MotoGP → 3 weeks ago

MotoGP

Marc Marquez handed Long Lap Penalty after Di Giannantonio crash

The reigning World Champion’s Sunday just got harder as he’ll have a penalty to serve.

MotoGP → 3 weeks ago

MotoGP

Di Giannantonio beats Bezzecchi for back-to-back poles

A dramatic qualifying session sets up a tantalising grid – with Acosta third and Marc Marquez sixth in Texas.

MotoGP → 3 weeks ago

A-LeagueFootball

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 → 2 days 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 → 2 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 → 2 months ago

Fox Sports

Major Socceroos blow as World Cup goal scorer’s injury likely to ruin chances of call-up

Veteran winger Craig Goodwin’s hopes of being chosen in the Socceroos’ FIFA World Cup squad are in tatters, with the Adelaide United skipper set to spend up to three months on the sidelines after injuring his groin.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 months ago

Fox Sports

‘What’s happened in this country?’: Roar coach’s ‘pre-judged’ claim in extraordinary ref tirade

Brisbane Roar coach Michael Valkanis has launched an extraordinary tirade after being shown a red card for the second time this season following his team’s sixth defeat in seven games on Saturday.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 months ago

Fox Sports

‘Heartbroken’: Tributes flow for celebrated former A-League coach after tragic death

The Australian football community is mourning the death of former Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar coach Rado Vidosic.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 months ago

Fox Sports

Teenager announces A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick; City embarrassed

Adelaide United teenager Brody Burkitt announced his A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick to sink Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 months ago

The Guardian

Teenage girl wearing jersey with Palestinian flag refused entry to Sydney A-League game

Exclusive: Girl had to agree to remove shirt before being let into Allianz Stadium on Sunday night.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

Fox Sports

‘Nothing ever happened’: Skipper hits back after groundbreaking Aussie’s homophobia claims

Australia’s first openly gay male professional footballer, Josh Cavallo, has accused Adelaide United of being homophobic — but the club’s captain has hit back.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 months ago

Fox Sports

‘Damaging and disappointing’: Ugly twist in A-Leagues debacle as investor takes shock swipe

Spurned investor Damon Hanlin has slammed the Australian Professional Leagues, saying he had been “encouraged” to be Central Coast Mariners’ “financial stabiliser” by the club’s outgoing chairman before being denied the chance to become the A-League outfit’s official owner.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 months ago

Netball

ABC Sport

Super Netball expansion delayed as TV talks drag on

Two new teams were expected to join the league in 2027 to make Super Netball a 10-team competition, but slow broadcast negotiations are holding up the process. .

ABC Sport • Netball → 5 days ago

ABC Sport

The only team sport that won't feel the wrath of gambling reform

The ex-CEO of Netball Australia said it was behind the times when she walked out the door in December 2023, but new gambling reforms announced by the federal government show the sport was right to steer clear from sports betting.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds star creates undershorts to help girls navigate periods in sport

World Cup-winning Diamond Kiera Austin remembers having to learn to use a tampon earlier than she was ready in order to play netball. Now she's developed a period undershort she hopes will address the alarming rates of Australian teens dropping out of sport.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Netballer explains absence after being separated from daughter at birth

Emily Mannix talks about her extended absence from the Super Netball league, and why she's now ready to return for the Melbourne Vixens after a "freak accident" meant her daughter Mabel needed emergency care at birth.

ABC Sport • Netball → 4 weeks ago

ABC Sport

'We don't talk about it enough': Mum makes emotional return to Super Netball

The world's best goal keeper has sparked an important conversation about postpartum depression in her return to the Super Netball league.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

Super Netball's Kiwi influx leaves sour taste for diehard Australian fans

Nine Kiwi players will feature in Super Netball for 2026, after the New Zealand governing body relaxed its national selection policy. But just like the green fruit, their influx has left a sour taste in the mouth of rusted-on Australian Diamonds fans.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

ABC Sport

Regional netball teams ousted from league over lack of footballers

Victoria's Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission has been contacted after a number of junior netball teams were axed from the Ballarat Football Netball league due to a lack of footballers.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds find 'identity' ahead of gold medal defence

Coach Stacey Marinkovich believes a refreshed Diamonds squad has found its "identity" ahead of attempting to become the first Australian netball team to defend Commonwealth Games gold.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

All too easy for the Diamonds in sealing series win over Jamaica

Kate Moloney celebrates her 50-game milestone in style as the Australian Diamonds post a 32-goal victory over an understrength Jamaica in Perth.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

Australia's netballers thrash Jamaica in first Test

The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

Super RugbyRugby Union

Fox Sports

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.

Fox Sports • NRL → 1 week ago

Fox Sports

‘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 weeks ago

Fox Sports

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.

Fox Sports • NRL → 1 month ago