Russian Olympic Committee president hits out at IOC after top athletes excluded
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The president of the Russian Olympic Committee has indicated that the country could boycott qualifying competitions in…
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Asian Cup host Qatar happier with draw after losing World Cup debut
DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Asian Cup host Qatar will be undoubtedly happier about its draw six months after a losing debut at the World Cup it staged.…
Continue Reading Michael Jordan’s famed ‘Dream Team’ Olympic jacket heading to auction
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer The jacket that Michael Jordan famously and grudgingly wore while receiving an Olympic gold medal has been in…
Continue Reading Americans on the comeback: Kenin and Townsend produce upset wins at Italian Open
By ANDREW DAMPF AP Sports Writer ROME (AP) — Two Americans who tasted success at a young age and then struggled to maintain their level produced…
Continue Reading ‘Sexist’ ball girl outfits, silencing the women’s finalists and small birthday cakes: Madrid Open causes controversy
By Matias Grez, CNN One of the most prestigious tennis tournaments outside of the four grand slams, the Madrid Open attracts the biggest names in the…
Continue Reading Madrid Open organizers apologize following criticism over treatment of women tennis stars
By Matias Grez, CNN The organizers of the Madrid Open have apologized to four leading tennis players following widespread criticism of their…
Continue Reading Giro d’Italia: Dog causes world champion Remco Evenepoel to fall in crash-filled stage
By Ben Church, CNN Belgian cyclist Remco Evenepoel had a tough day at the Giro d’Italia on Wednesday after the world champion and pre-race…
Continue Reading How one man is attempting to run the length of Africa … in just 240 days
By Ben Church, CNN Sweltering deserts, giant rainforests and dangerous wildlife are just some of the hurdles that Russell Cook says he’ll…
Continue Reading Nugent-Hopkins has goal, assist to help Oilers beat Golden Knights 4-1, even series at 2-2
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had a goal and an assist as the Edmonton Oilers beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-1 to even their…
Continue Reading Lakers coach Ham expects Anthony Davis to play in Game 6 vs Warriors
By JANIE McCAULEY AP Sports Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Lakers coach Darvin Ham said he excepts Anthony Davis to play Friday night in Los Angeles,…
Continue Reading Stephen Curry, Warriors stave off elimination, force Game 6 by beating Lakers 121-106
By JANIE McCAULEY AP Sports Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Stephen Curry had 27 points and eight assists, Andrew Wiggins added 25 points, seven…
Continue Reading Steele moves to 6-0, Cubs get HRs from Wisdom and Gomes in 10-4 win over Cardinals
CHICAGO (AP) — Patrick Wisdom and Yan Gomes homered to lead unbeaten Justin Steele and the Chicago Cubs past the St. Louis Cardinals 10-4, snapping…
Continue Reading Kirilloff’s single scores automatic runner in 11th, Twins beat Padres 4-3
By BRIAN HALL Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Alex Kirilloff’s single in the 11th inning scored automatic runner Max Kepler and the Minnesota…
Continue Reading Pratto, Massey, Olivares homer as Royals blast White Sox 9-1
By MARC BOWMAN Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Nick Pratto homered and drove in three supporting Brad Keller’s first win in almost a…
Continue Reading Jansen becomes 7th in major league history with 400 saves, Red Sox beat Braves 5-2
By GEORGE HENRY AP Sports Writer ATLANTA (AP) — Kenley Jansen became the seventh player in major league history to earn 400 saves, pinch-hitter…
Continue Reading Jalen Brunson scores 38 points, Knicks beat Heat 112-103 in Game 5 to cut deficit to a game
By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson never talked to his coach about how minutes he would play, or how many points…
Continue Reading Verlander gets 1st win with Mets, goes 30 for 30 in MLB, as Alonso homer helps NY edge Reds 2-1
CINCINNATI (AP) — Justin Verlander pitched seven innings of two-hit ball for his first victory with the Mets, and Pete Alonso hit his major…
Continue Reading Woll stops 24, Maple Leafs avoid elimination by topping Panthers 2-1 in Game 4
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Sports Writer SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Joseph Woll stopped 24 shots in his first playoff start, Mitch Marner and William Nylander…
Continue Reading Ex-California cheerleading coach charged with molesting girls
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — Prosecutors say a former competitive cheerleading coach has been charged with molesting girls as young as 11 years old in…
Continue Reading Orioles edge Tampa Bay 2-1, take 2 of 3 in series with MLB-best Rays
By NOAH TRISTER AP Baseball Writer BALTIMORE (AP) — Dean Kremer pitched six scoreless innings and the Baltimore Orioles edged the Tampa Bay Rays…
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