Jing Yan shoots 66 at breezy Blythefield to take Meijer LPGA Classic lead
Read full article: Jing Yan shoots 66 at breezy Blythefield to take Meijer LPGA Classic leadJing Yan shot a 6-under 66 on Friday to take the second-round lead in the Meijer LPGA Classic, the final event before the major KPMG Women’s PGA Championship next week at Hazeltine.
Iran says it's being treated unfairly. Its World Cup travel schedule isn't unique
Read full article: Iran says it's being treated unfairly. Its World Cup travel schedule isn't uniqueIran says it unfairly is being asked to travel to World Cup matches on the day before games and return immediately after, but that schedule itself is not uncommon among teams.
Without the injured Christian Pulisic, US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout round
Read full article: Without the injured Christian Pulisic, US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout roundThe U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup without injured forward Christian Pulisic with a 2-0 victory over Australia.
A year after smashing a locker, Wyndham Clark finds himself leading at another US Open
Read full article: A year after smashing a locker, Wyndham Clark finds himself leading at another US OpenThe smashed-up locker at Oakmont last year is as much a part of Wyndham Clark’s resume as the U.S. Open title he won two years before that.
North Carolina going for 1st national title in baseball in CWS finals against surging Sooners
Read full article: North Carolina going for 1st national title in baseball in CWS finals against surging SoonersNorth Carolina will be going for its first national championship in baseball when it faces Oklahoma in the College World Series finals.
Christian Pulisic to miss US World Cup match against Australia because of calf injury
Read full article: Christian Pulisic to miss US World Cup match against Australia because of calf injuryU.S. star Christian Pulisic will miss the World Cup match against Australia because of a calf injury and was replaced in the starting lineup by Ricardo Pepi.
World Cup players with dual eligibility face a tough choice about which country to represent
Read full article: World Cup players with dual eligibility face a tough choice about which country to representThe World Cup is showcasing players with diverse backgrounds who could have represented different countries.
Leafs acquire Darren Raddysh from Lightning and sign him to an 8-year contract
Read full article: Leafs acquire Darren Raddysh from Lightning and sign him to an 8-year contractThe Toronto Maple Leafs have signed defenseman Darren Raddysh to an eight-year contract after acquiring his rights in a trade with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Want to watch the US men’s team play on Friday? Here’s a list of places around Jacksonville showing the World Cup
Read full article: Want to watch the US men’s team play on Friday? Here’s a list of places around Jacksonville showing the World CupIf you’re looking for a place to watch Friday’s 3 p.m. match between the U.S. and Australia in Seattle, we’ve compiled a list of spots around the Jacksonville area that are showing the World Cup.
Arsenal starts Premier League title defense against promoted Coventry
Read full article: Arsenal starts Premier League title defense against promoted CoventryArsenal will begin its Premier League title defense at home against newly promoted Coventry, kicking off the league’s 2026-27 season on August 21.
Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirms
Read full article: Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirmsA French appeals court confirms that Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco star player Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case.
World Cup ticket buyers are left stranded as resale purchases fall through
Read full article: World Cup ticket buyers are left stranded as resale purchases fall throughThe World Cup has been delivering thrills on the pitch, but fans have flooded social media with complaints about tickets that never arrived, orders canceled at the last minute and hours spent trying to sort out problems between FIFA’s ticketing system and outside resale platforms.
Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage of World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0
Read full article: Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage of World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0Mexico took advantage of a defensive blunder by South Korea to win 1-0 and become the first team to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup.
Jonathan David's hat trick propels Canada to its first World Cup win, 6-0 over Qatar
Read full article: Jonathan David's hat trick propels Canada to its first World Cup win, 6-0 over QatarJonathan David scored three goals and Canada won its first World Cup match while all but securing a spot in the knockout round with a 6-0 victory over Qatar.
Yan Liu of China shoots 66 in chilly and windy conditions to take LPGA Tour lead
Read full article: Yan Liu of China shoots 66 in chilly and windy conditions to take LPGA Tour leadYan Liu of China shot a 6-under 66 in chilly and windy conditions Thursday morning to take the first-round lead in the Meijer LPGA Classic.
Scheffler shoots 2 over at windy US Open, will need to rebound to complete the career Grand Slam
Read full article: Scheffler shoots 2 over at windy US Open, will need to rebound to complete the career Grand SlamScottie Scheffler's quest to complete the career Grand Slam is off to a slow start at the U.S. Open.
Maryland exercises its right to match an $85 million offer to keep Preakness branding rights
Read full article: Maryland exercises its right to match an $85 million offer to keep Preakness branding rightsMaryland Gov. Wes Moore said the state will exercise its right of first refusal to match Churchill Downs Incorporated's $85 million offer for intellectual property of the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes.
Switzerland coach uses hydration break to spark late goal barrage in 4-1 World Cup win over Bosnia
Read full article: Switzerland coach uses hydration break to spark late goal barrage in 4-1 World Cup win over BosniaSubstitute Johan Manzambi scored is first World Cup goal on an outstanding volley in the 74th minute and Switzerland erupted late for a 4-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina to take control of its group.
Well done, young man: 17-year-old Russell's US Open debut impresses 54-year-old partner Harrington
Read full article: Well done, young man: 17-year-old Russell's US Open debut impresses 54-year-old partner HarringtonAs Miles Russell’s putt neared the hole on the ninth green, Padraig Harrington crouched down for a closer look at the way the ball broke.
Jaguars DC Anthony Campanile’s roots in family, football and Sunday sauce run deep
Read full article: Jaguars DC Anthony Campanile’s roots in family, football and Sunday sauce run deepIf you’ve ever watched a Jaguars game, you’ve likely noticed the passion defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile brings to the sidelines. That intensity didn’t begin when he arrived in the NFL. It was cultivated decades earlier in an Italian-American household in New Jersey, where family, football and food were at the center of everything.
Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gear
Read full article: Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gearBrazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
An Uber driver for World Cup fans was injured in Kansas City shootings that also left a man dead
Read full article: An Uber driver for World Cup fans was injured in Kansas City shootings that also left a man deadPolice say that an Uber driver taking American fans of Argentina’s soccer team to a World Cup match was among four people injured in a series of shootings in Kansas City, Missouri, that also left one man dead.
Sean Sweeney takes over in Orlando, and says Magic wound up convincing him that the fit was right
Read full article: Sean Sweeney takes over in Orlando, and says Magic wound up convincing him that the fit was rightSean Sweeney landed interviews for more than a few NBA head coaching vacancies over the last few years, and many of them seemed the same.
MLB owners propose banning high school signings, adding an international draft
Read full article: MLB owners propose banning high school signings, adding an international draftBaseball owners proposed banning high school players from signing with major league teams, raising the age for international amateurs and slashing the money spent on signing bonuses in negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement Thursday.
South Africa keeps its World Cup hopes alive with a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic
Read full article: South Africa keeps its World Cup hopes alive with a 1-1 draw against the Czech RepublicTeboho Mokoena started the game with tears in his eyes and finished it with a smile on his face after converting a second-half penalty in South Africa’s 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic at the World Cup.
Jacob Misiorowski wasn't content being MLB's hardest-throwing starter. Now he also might be the best
Read full article: Jacob Misiorowski wasn't content being MLB's hardest-throwing starter. Now he also might be the bestMilwaukee Brewers right-hander Jacob Misiorowski isn’t content with merely being the game’s hardest-throwing starting pitcher.
Inside the colorful, compelling and controversial jersey designs at the World Cup
Read full article: Inside the colorful, compelling and controversial jersey designs at the World CupThe kits at the World Cup are mishmash of verve and color featuring elements of the competing nations' culture and history.
College sports bill clears a key Senate hurdle despite SEC, Big Ten opposition
Read full article: College sports bill clears a key Senate hurdle despite SEC, Big Ten oppositionA bipartisan bill top lawmakers and athletic leaders have described as the best chance to stabilize college sports has cleared a major hurdle in the Senate.
Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi denied entry to Canada at World Cup amid betting probe
Read full article: Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi denied entry to Canada at World Cup amid betting probeIvory Coast striker Elye Wahi has not been authorized to travel to Canada for his team's World Cup match against Germany.
Colombia's Luis Díaz stars in World Cup debut, less than 3 years after his parents' kidnapping
Read full article: Colombia's Luis Díaz stars in World Cup debut, less than 3 years after his parents' kidnappingAfter contributing a goal and an assist in his World Cup debut, Colombia’s Luis Díaz walked to the sidelines to look for his father.
World Cup squads showcase faith and unity amid deep social divisions at home
Read full article: World Cup squads showcase faith and unity amid deep social divisions at homeWhile many of the World Cup’s competing nations are wracked by social divisions, some of the teams offer strikingly positive examples of how players from different backgrounds and religious faiths can cooperate.
Luis Díaz sparks Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in its World Cup opener
Read full article: Luis Díaz sparks Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in its World Cup openerLuis Díaz had a goal and an assist in his debut on soccer’s biggest stage, sparking Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in its World Cup opener.
FIFA hydration breaks have sparked criticism from different groups. But what do they actually do?
Read full article: FIFA hydration breaks have sparked criticism from different groups. But what do they actually do?FIFA’s new hydration breaks midway through each half were implemented to help players stay cool in the summer heat of Mexico, Canada and the United States, which some experts have warned could be the hottest World Cup in history.
New York Knicks revel in their NBA victory parade as joyous fans and celebs fill the streets
Read full article: New York Knicks revel in their NBA victory parade as joyous fans and celebs fill the streetsThe New York Knicks celebrated their first NBA championship in 53 years with a ticker-tape parade through Manhattan’s “Canyon of Heroes,” drawing thousands of fans dressed in the team’s blue and orange.
A city's push for facial recognition on public buses ignites debate over security and privacy
Read full article: A city's push for facial recognition on public buses ignites debate over security and privacyKansas City, Missouri, plans to boost security by installing facial recognition cameras on buses.
Brunson and Hart throw out first pitches at Yankee Stadium as Knicks celebrate NBA title
Read full article: Brunson and Hart throw out first pitches at Yankee Stadium as Knicks celebrate NBA titleThe New York Knicks’ victory tour following their first NBA championship since 1973 made another stop Wednesday night when Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart threw out ceremonial first pitches at Yankee Stadium.
Harry Kane ties England's record for World Cup goals in 4-2 win over Croatia
Read full article: Harry Kane ties England's record for World Cup goals in 4-2 win over CroatiaHarry Kane scored twice to equal the English record for World Cup goals, Jude Bellingham added another two minutes into the second half and England beat Croatia 4-2.
Vancouver Goldeneyes select US Olympian Caroline Harvey with the 1st pick in the PWHL draft
Read full article: Vancouver Goldeneyes select US Olympian Caroline Harvey with the 1st pick in the PWHL draftWisconsin defender Caroline Harvey was selected by the Vancouver Goldeneyes with the first pick in the PWHL draft in the latest major milestone achievement for the U.S. gold medal-winner and three-time college champion.
Christian Pulisic still training separately, increasing concern for the US at the World Cup
Read full article: Christian Pulisic still training separately, increasing concern for the US at the World CupChristian Pulisic trained apart from his U.S. teammates for the third straight day of World Cup practice because of his calf injury.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal held to a 1-1 draw by Congo at the World Cup
Read full article: Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal held to a 1-1 draw by Congo at the World CupCristiano Ronaldo and his Portugal teammates were surprisingly held to a 1-1 draw by Congo in their opening match of the World Cup.
Brendan Sorsby plans July workout for NFL teams before supplemental draft, AP source says
Read full article: Brendan Sorsby plans July workout for NFL teams before supplemental draft, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the plan says Brendan Sorsby is tentatively planning to work out for NFL teams before the supplemental draft.
Olympic medalist Jenny Simpson collapses after medical episode while pacing mile group at event
Read full article: Olympic medalist Jenny Simpson collapses after medical episode while pacing mile group at eventOlympic bronze medalist and world champion 1,500-meter runner Jenny Simpson collapsed after suffering a medical episode while pacing a mile group at an event in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Tuesday night.
World Cup hat tricks: Messi’s was the latest, an American scored the first and other key facts
Read full article: World Cup hat tricks: Messi’s was the latest, an American scored the first and other key factsAt age 38 and playing in his sixth World Cup, Lionel Messi has his first hat trick in soccer’s biggest tournament and Argentina’s defense of the trophy is off to a flying start.
Golden Knights promote Ryan Craig to head coach from AHL
Read full article: Golden Knights promote Ryan Craig to head coach from AHLAfter having previously hired established head coaches, the Vegas Golden Knights this time stayed within the organization and promoted Ryan Craig on Wednesday from its American Hockey League affiliate in suburban Henderson.
Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha's mother gets visa to attend next World Cup match
Read full article: Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha's mother gets visa to attend next World Cup matchThe mother of Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha has been granted a visa to enter the United States in time for her 40-year-old son’s next World Cup match.
Angel Reese is enjoying first season in Atlanta as her double-doubles are helping Dream earn wins
Read full article: Angel Reese is enjoying first season in Atlanta as her double-doubles are helping Dream earn winsAngel Reese looked like a perfect fit for Atlanta when she was traded from the Chicago Sky to the Dream.
Turkish state broadcaster drops veteran World Cup commentator over Iran-New Zealand mix-up
Read full article: Turkish state broadcaster drops veteran World Cup commentator over Iran-New Zealand mix-upTurkish state broadcaster TRT has removed a commentator from its World Cup roster after he mixed up the Iran and New Zealand teams.
Pereira fumes over 'illegal shots' after Gane's interim UFC heavyweight title win
Read full article: Pereira fumes over 'illegal shots' after Gane's interim UFC heavyweight title winBrazilian MMA star Alex Pereira has accused Frenchman Cyril Gane of landing multiple “illegal shots” during their fight for the interim UFC heavyweight title at the White House.
US Open host Shinnecock shares a complicated past with golf and American history
Read full article: US Open host Shinnecock shares a complicated past with golf and American historyOn Thursday, 156 players from around the world will tee it up for the sixth U.S. Open held at Shinnecock Hills.
Far from the World Cup, a girls team tries to revive soccer dreams for war-ravaged Sudan
Read full article: Far from the World Cup, a girls team tries to revive soccer dreams for war-ravaged SudanSudan's women's national soccer team has made its first international appearance since civil war erupted in the country.
Messi has his first World Cup hat trick as defending champion Argentina beats Algeria 3-0 in opener
Read full article: Messi has his first World Cup hat trick as defending champion Argentina beats Algeria 3-0 in openerLionel Messi registered his first World Cup hat trick and moved into a tie for first on the tournament's career scoring list in a brilliant performance against Algeria on Tuesday night.
Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever
Read full article: Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than everSome Argentina fans shelled out tens of thousands of dollars to follow the World Cup defending champions around the U.S. One group made a 20-hour drive to Tuesday’s opening match in Kansas City against Algeria, living on sandwiches, to save money.
Lionel Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with a hat trick as Argentina tops Algeria
Read full article: Lionel Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with a hat trick as Argentina tops AlgeriaLionel Messi delivered his first World Cup hat trick and matched Miroslav Klose's career scoring record before thousands of Argentina fans packed into Arrowhead Stadium for a match against Algeria on Tuesday night.
FIFA hydration breaks spark backlash and blamed for killing momentum at World Cup
Read full article: FIFA hydration breaks spark backlash and blamed for killing momentum at World CupFIFA has implemented mandatory breaks midway through each half at all matches for this World Cup to allow players to hydrate because of the extreme heat in the United States, Canada and Mexico during the near-six-week tournament.
Erling Haaland scores twice in World Cup debut as Norway tops Iraq 4-1
Read full article: Erling Haaland scores twice in World Cup debut as Norway tops Iraq 4-1Erling Haaland scored his first two World Cup goals, including one off a defensive blunder, to propel Norway to a 4-1 victory over Iraq in Group I.
Cape Verde's Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer's push
Read full article: Cape Verde's Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer's pushVozinha gasped and laughed in shock when shown the number of new Instagram followers he had gained after helping tiny Cape Verde hold off powerhouse Spain in his team’s World Cup debut.
World Cup what to know: Ronaldo looks to make history by scoring in 6th World Cup
Read full article: World Cup what to know: Ronaldo looks to make history by scoring in 6th World CupCristiano Ronaldo looks to make history by becoming the first player to score a goal in six World Cups when Portugal meets Congo on Wednesday.
Floyd Mayweather faces felony charges in Las Vegas
Read full article: Floyd Mayweather faces felony charges in Las VegasBoxer Floyd Mayweather faces two felony charges in Las Vegas for theft and the “intent to defraud,” alleging he wrote a bad check to buy a watch at a Las Vegas luxury resale store.
US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match
Read full article: US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup matchThe Trump administration is pushing back on complaints from Iran’s national team that it was forced to leave the U.S. immediately after its first World Cup match instead of having a day to recover in a hotel, saying that was the plan for the team all along.
Skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash found thrills and peace through jumping
Read full article: Skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash found thrills and peace through jumpingFriends and family are remembering the skydivers killed in a Missouri plane crash for their love of life and the thrills and peace jumping gave them.
Kylian Mbappé sparks France with 2 goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup
Read full article: Kylian Mbappé sparks France with 2 goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World CupKylian Mbappé scored twice to move past Pelé with 14 World Cup goals, Bradley Barcola added another and France rebounded from a surprisingly poor first half to beat Senegal 3-1.
France striker Kylian Mbappé scores his 13th and 14th World Cup goals
Read full article: France striker Kylian Mbappé scores his 13th and 14th World Cup goalsFrance striker Kylian Mbappé has scored the 13 and 14th World Cup goals of his career, tied for the fourth most in tournament history.
'We're American. We don't take s---.' US says Pochettino instilled strong mentality for World Cup
Read full article: 'We're American. We don't take s---.' US says Pochettino instilled strong mentality for World CupThe U.S. World Cup team says it is prepared for the physical challenge of facing Australia in group play this week.
Brewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt called up ahead of series with Guardians
Read full article: Brewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt called up ahead of series with GuardiansCooper Pratt has reached the major leagues 2 ½ months after the Milwaukee Brewers signed the shortstop prospect to an eight-year, $50.75 million contract.
Noah Lyles runs a world-best 14.67 seconds to win the 150 meters at Golden Spike meet
Read full article: Noah Lyles runs a world-best 14.67 seconds to win the 150 meters at Golden Spike meetOlympic champion Noah Lyles has set the world best time in the rarely contested 150 meters at the Golden Spike meet.
US forward Christian Pulisic practices on his own in calf injury rehab, team says he is 'day to day'
Read full article: US forward Christian Pulisic practices on his own in calf injury rehab, team says he is 'day to day'Christian Pulisic worked out on his own again during the U.S. team’s World Cup practice session while he rehabilitates his calf injury.
MLB ballparks are a friendly neighbor to the World Cup, bringing fans and soccer energy to The Show
Read full article: MLB ballparks are a friendly neighbor to the World Cup, bringing fans and soccer energy to The ShowWorld Cup matches being played next door to MLB stadiums are providing unusual off days and split series for some baseball teams.
McIlroy says PGA Tour pre-LIV was 'actually pretty good' and worries about future of 2nd-tier events
Read full article: McIlroy says PGA Tour pre-LIV was 'actually pretty good' and worries about future of 2nd-tier eventsNow that LIV Golf is flailing and the sport has pulled itself out of what once felt like a day-to-day crisis cycle, Rory McIlroy sees the future — and the past — a little differently.
Leaked remarks about South Korea star Son Heung-min spark backlash at World Cup camp
Read full article: Leaked remarks about South Korea star Son Heung-min spark backlash at World Cup campSouth Korea’s preparations for Thursday’s World Cup match against Mexico have been overshadowed by a rift between the players and the country's media following disparaging comments about captain Son Heung-min.
Flyers acquire goalie Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit in a trade with the Maple Leafs
Read full article: Flyers acquire goalie Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit in a trade with the Maple LeafsThe Philadelphia Flyers have acquired goaltender Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit in a trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Aldon Smith's brain donated to CTE Center as family's attorneys investigate his death at age 36
Read full article: Aldon Smith's brain donated to CTE Center as family's attorneys investigate his death at age 36The family of former NFL star Aldon Smith is donating his brain to the Boston University CTE Center to research the long-term effects of repetitive brain injuries following his sudden death at age 36.
Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice released after 30-day jail stint for car crash probation violation
Read full article: Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice released after 30-day jail stint for car crash probation violationKansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has been released from a Texas jail after serving a 30-day sentence for violating the terms of his probation.
Canada court denies Ghana bid to get Partey, who faces rape charges, into country for World Cup game
Read full article: Canada court denies Ghana bid to get Partey, who faces rape charges, into country for World Cup gameA Canadian federal judge has rejected Ghana’s bid to get Thomas Partey into the country for the team’s first World Cup match while the midfielder awaits trial on rape charges.
MLB warns players about altering uniforms after Giants pitchers add Bible verses on Pride Night
Read full article: MLB warns players about altering uniforms after Giants pitchers add Bible verses on Pride NightMajor League Baseball has warned players about writing on their uniforms after San Francisco starter Landen Roupp and two other pitchers added Bible verses to their Pride Night caps on Friday night.
Alysa Liu and Ilia Malinin to return at Skate America as Grand Prix lineups revealed
Read full article: Alysa Liu and Ilia Malinin to return at Skate America as Grand Prix lineups revealedOlympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu and world champion Ilia Malinin are set to make their returns to top-level competition at Skate America next season.
