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Big Ten Women's 2026 Tennis Tournament bracket
The Ohio State women's tennis team won a share of the Big Ten regular season and it'll look to double down with a conference tournament championship.
'Big loss' for F1 if Verstappen quits, say McLaren rivals
If four-time world champion Max Verstappen were to quit Formula One, as he has hinted on numerous occasions, it would be a "big loss" for the sport, his McLaren rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri said on Wednesday."I think it would be a big loss for the sport as a whole.
Scenes from exclusive 2026 champions dinner at LPGA Chevron
Past champions such as Betsy King, Juli Inkster, Pat Bradley and Judy Rankin came in for the Monday night affair.
Now what for Chelsea? Five losses in a row for manager Liam Rosenior leave few good short or long-term options
As Chelsea struggle to stay in the race for a Champions League spot, what's the path to winning and profitability for their owners?
Why Business Leaders Need to Champion Democracy | MIT Sloan Management Review
Many leaders are unsure about what they can do to oppose the global rise of authoritarianism. Here are four options.
Who has the most World Snooker Championship wins?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at which players have the most titles at the World Snooker Championship.
'You've worked every day for this one moment'
This time last season, Freddie Woodman was sidelined with injury for Preston North End as they narrowly avoided relegation from the Championship. Fast forward a year and he was thrown into a crucial Merseyside derby after Giorgi Mamardashvili was injured in the second half of Liverpool's win at Everton.
Why Aljamain Sterling beats Youssef Zalal at UFC Vegas 116
The longtime Serra-Longo Fight Team rep will guard his ground as a Top 5 featherweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship when he meets Youssef Zalal in the main event on Saturday at the UFC Apex.
Dustin Poirier: Zuffa Boxing not an option for UFC fighters
In recent years. several former or retired UFC fighters have extended their combat sports careers by transitioning to boxing. Former champions Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva and Francis Ngannou have. Ben Askren, Nate Diaz, Jorge Masvial, Mike Perry and Darren Till also have, among others. Former ...
Women’s sports win. Why aren’t fan incentives better?
This year has been nothing short of historic for Rice women’s sports. Soccer was ranked No. 25 in the nation, volleyball had a 17-game win streak, basketball had a 22-game win streak and swim and dive won the American Conference Championships, as did the tennis team on Sunday.
WATCH: Trump addresses NCAA Collegiate National Champions at White House
President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeated his call for Congress to pass legislation that would rein in college sports at a time athletes are allowed to move freely from school to school and command salaries that put athletic departments in financial peril.
No. 21 on the list of Tampa Bay’s Most Powerful Politicians: Kathleen Peters
Peters has established herself as a warrior for mental health and a consistent champion for lowering property taxes.
No. 22 on the list of Tampa Bay’s Most Powerful Politicians: Michael Owen
Owen has positioned himself as a champion for local voters rather than a top-down policymaker.
Stanford's sports teams capture an NCAA championship for a 50th straight year
Stanford just captured an NCAA championship for a 50th consecutive year.
Stanford's sports teams capture an NCAA championship for a 50th straight year
STANFORD, Calif. (AP) — Dick Gould has been around Stanford sports long enough as a tennis player and coach — a remarkable run of seven decades — that he clearly remembers some down years for the university's sports programs.
Trump recovers from 4-1 down to lead Wilson
World number one Judd Trump recovers from a slow start to take a narrow lead over Gary Wilson in their first-round match at the World Snooker Championship.
Salmon contract signing another great step for young defender
Arsenal have announced that 16-year-old centre back Marli Salmon has signed a pre-contract agreement which will mean he signs a first professional contract when he turns 17 in August. Salmon was taken on the tour of Hong Kong and Singapore and impressed the coaching staff, featuring in games against Newcastle and AC Milan. The centre-back made his debut in the Champions League in the 3-0 win over Club Brugge and has also made three appearances in the FA Cup, starting the win over Mansfield.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on April 21, 2026: Playoff picture crowded in Class 5A baseball
A year ago, history was made when five teams ended up tied for the Section 3-3A baseball championship.
Wrist test 'crucial' for Alcaraz French Open hopes
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz says the results of the test on his injured wrist will be "crucial" in determining whether he plays at the French Open.
Former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden cheered as she wins Authors Guild honor
Former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden received the Champion of Writers Award from the Authors Guild | Newsradio 1140 WRVA
Val Ackerman, who guided Big East after team exodus, to retire
Val Ackerman is retiring this summer after leading the Big East as commissioner for 13 years, leading the conference through realignment and team exodus, as well as eight national championships during her tenure.
Top 5: Fastest UFC light heavyweight knockouts
Ryan Jimmo made a loud, memorable and convincing opening statement in the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s court of public opinion.
Lilleana Cavanaugh Champions Women and Minority Business Owners
Lilleana Cavanaugh is among our 2026 Inspiring Women for her work championing growth at the state’s Minority Business Development Division.
🏆 Y! Sports AM: Every NCAA winter champion
From basketball to gymnastics to rifle, here are all the winter champs.
How the Professionalization of College Sports Changed Who Wins
The House v. NCAA private antitrust settlement professionalized collegiate sports by requiring colleges and universities to compensate student athletes. The case has changed the economics of college sports, pushing schools to spend big to pay for top athletes to field teams that compete for championships. New research from the Progressive Policy Institute finds that although the new model has narrowed success to the top programs, the ability for schools to pay for success has now been mostly priced in, writes Diana L. Moss.
Green continues fine form before first women's major
Australian golfer Hannah Green wins JM Eagle LA Championship to record a fourth win in five starts, as the players head to Houston for the Chevron Championship.
Today's 5⃣ stories: Bastoni and Julián want Barça, Bayern champions...
After a weekend in which a lot happened, and ahead of a week in which even more will happen, here are the five stories of the day... These are the stories you can’t afford to miss...Real Madrid will...
UFC veteran breaks down Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland
In what's turned into one of the bigger grudge matches in recent years, middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev and former titleholder Sean Strickland headline the UFC 328 fight card on May 9th. The undefeated Chimaev and Strickland used to train together but their relationship deteriorated into ...
WrestleMania 42 Night 2 results, full list of winners
WWE WrestleMania 42 is in the books, after an action-packed weekend at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. On Sunday night, Night 2 took place with four championships on the line. In the main event, Roman Reigns pinned CM Punk…
2025 major champion puts 30-gram driver shaft into play
Miyu Yamashita opts for an extremely lightweight shaft profile to make some performance gains this week at the JM Eagle Championship.
AC Milan and Juventus close in on Champions League qualification
AC Milan and Juventus both took a big step towards qualification for next season's Champions League with respective victories over Verona and Bologna on Sunday."We need to stay focussed on qualifying for the Champions League."
2026 Laureus World Sports Awards: New ambassador Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce "very excited for possibilities" in
The three-time Olympic champion spoke to Olympics.com in Madrid on Sunday (19 April) ahead of the Laureus World Sports Awards. She's enthused to become an athlete advocate.
2026 NFL mock draft: Trades galore as Patrick Mahomes gets a bodyguard, Cowboys find new face of their defense
Former NFL CB and two-time Super Bowl champion Bryant McFadden predicts all 32 first-round picks
Ten days to decide second place in the Championship?
Four clubs are locked in a battle to secure the second promotion spot in the Championship.
Stanford athletics hits historic 50-year streak of national championships
Stanford athletics continues it dynastic run in the NCAA with a 50th straight year with at least one national title.
Analysis: Watkins stars to boost World Cup chances
Tammy Abraham's strike was just his third goal for Aston Villa since he rejoined the club from Besiktas in January. Villa need just six more points to ensure Champions League qualification, with Premier League games against Fulham, Tottenham, Burnley, Liverpool and Manchester City still to come. Abraham may have got the winner but the striker he replaced, Ollie Watkins, was Villa's star with two goals and an assist.
Liverpool beat Everton ahead of City-Arsenal showdown
Virgil van Dijk scored a last-gasp winner against Everton on Sunday as Liverpool strengthened their push for a Champions League spot next season ahead of a Premier League summit meeting between Manchester City and Arsenal.Manchester City host long-time leaders Arsenal at the Etihad in the late afternoon Sunday kick-off.
Salah writes history again with Merseyside derby opener 👑
Mohamed Salah has scored the first Merseyside derby goal at the Hill Dickinson Stadium with the opener in Sunday afternoon's Premier League clash. The Reds are on the hunt for Champions League qualifi...
NBA playoff simulation: Thunder favored, but will they win it all?
The defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder are good bets to repeat, but we ran 100 different simulations to find out what other teams could pull the upset.
Upper Valley spring sports preview: Softball
Oxbow It’s hard to have a conversation about Upper Valley softball without talking about the perennial juggernaut that is Oxbow High. The Olympians enter 2026 coming off yet another undefeated season at 18-0 and another VPA Division III state championship after defeating BFA-Fairfax 13-0. Oxbow has won the state title five years in a row. […]
'Pompey fought for their lives'
Portsmouth on the verge of Championship survival following narrow Leicester win.
'Atmosphere inside Stamford Bridge growing quieter with each game'
There were chants of "we want our Chelsea back" during a protest march before kick-off - then the chorus spread to the stands during the second half of the defeat by Manchester United. The frustration from supporters is understandable, given Chelsea have now lost their past four Premier League games without scoring - their joint-longest run since November 1912. Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior admitted his side face a "mountain to climb" in their pursuit of Champions League qualification, after the latest 1-0 loss to United left them four points off the top five, having played a game more.
How one defensive wrinkle makes Knicks real NBA championship contender
The Knicks are a team built to win in different ways; they can explode on offense, or can grind teams down. They did the latter in Game 1 vs. Hawks.
WrestleMania 42: Rhodes banishes McAfee but Orton gets last laugh
With blood soaking Cody Rhodes’ bleach blonde hair, Randy Orton stood over the newly-crowned champion with the belt he believed still rightly belonged to himself.
Louisville denies Sporting Jax men in last-minute finish
Sporting Jax men's soccer is still looking for its first victory, after a last-minute loss to Louisville City in the USL Championship.
Oklahoma wins 4th NCAA women's gymnastics title in 5 years
Oklahoma senior Faith Torrez drilled the final routine of her career, delivering a near-perfect performance on the floor exercise as the last competitor on the final rotation to help the Sooners win the NCAA women's gymnastics championships on Saturday.
Reebok announces the signing of UCLA star Lauren Betts
Following her NCAA championship earlier this month, Lauren Betts has announced an endorsement deal with Reebok.
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.
Ranking American sports league & championship logos from worst to best
Logos play a big role in how fans view a sports league. They are more than just designs. They represent history, emotion, and identity. A good logo can last for years and become part of the sport itself. A bad…
With a health issue, Real Madrid player loses SIX kilos 🤕
Real Madrid defender Asensio has already lost 6 kg due to gastritis, which had already ruled him out of the Champions League match against Bayern Munich.The player underwent tests this Saturday (18). ...
Joe Starkey: Thankfully, Pittsburgh sports in much better shape as NFL Draft spotlight falls upon city
We’re not quite the City of Champions again, but we’re not the City of Chumps, either. Not anymore, and thankfully not this coming week, as the eyes of the sports world descend upon Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft. It’s easier to be a good host when you’re not wearing a
Prep sports roundup: Jayden Rojas delivers 14 strikeouts in Bell's 1-0 win
He retired 18 consecutive batters before giving up a leadoff single in the seventh inning against Roosevelt.
Sentinel Sports: MEHS boys basketball team's historic state tournament
March was a big month for Mt. Edgecumbe sports. The high school's boys basketball team won their first state championship, ending a 75-year history without a title.
See you out there! | New opportunities in the most unlikely of places
Never in my mind did I think I’d be on the Central Coast covering perfect games and championship-caliber basketball teams throwing up 3-pointers like it was a pickup game.
Knicks begin championship-or-bust playoff run vs. upstart Hawks
The New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks each were Cinderella stories the last time they opposed each other in the NBA playoffs.
AHSAA pathway to championship changes for fall, winter and spring sports
With the AHSAA public and private splits for championship play, the pathway to championships will look different.
CU Denver Men’s Basketball Team Plays in National Championship for Club Sports
The CU Denver men’s club basketball team travels to Madison, Wis., to compete in the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA)
Prime Picks: UFC Winnipeg ‘Burns vs. Malott’
The Ultimate Fighting Championship on Saturday will make the next stop on its 2026 world tour when it ventures into the Great White North. Ready your wagers.
Louisiana Loses a Formidable Child Health and Medicaid Champion in Ruth Kennedy
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Garret Anderson, World Series champion with Angels, dies at 53
The outfielder was remembered as "one of our franchise’s most beloved icons," said the team's owner.
Tampa Bay Rowdies at Charleston Battery Live Stream of USL Championship
Watch Live: USL Championship match Tampa Bay Rowdies at Charleston Battery on April 18, 2026
British champion Creighton ready for 'next level' in ERC
Reigning British champion William Creighton says it is the "right step" to step up into the European Rally Championship.
Oklahoma's Faith Torrez wins NCAA gymnastics all-around title
Oklahoma's Faith Torrez made her all-around season debut Thursday night and defeated Olympic and world champions to claim NCAA gymnastics' highest individual honor.
Ronda Rousey reveals minimum fighter pay in MVP
Fighter pay in mixed marital arts has been a hot button topic for years. While it has increased, it's still not where a lot of people would like, including former UFC women's bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey. Obviously, the biggest stars garner the biggest paydays, but the debuting fighter's ...
Top 5: UFC Winnipeg ‘Fight of the Night’ candidates
A crowd-pleasing style had Kyler Phillips on the brink of contention in the Ultimate Fighting Championship bantamweight division not that long ago.
How to watch UFC Winnipeg ‘Burns vs. Malott’
The Ultimate Fighting Championship on Saturday takes the 1,300-mile journey north to Manitoba, as it drops in on the provincial capital for the first time since 2017.
Texas Western's historic 1966 NCAA champions to join Hall of Fame
The 1966 Texas Western men's basketball team, which made history with an all-Black starting lineup, will join the Texas Sports Hall of Fame.
🚨 Champions League reveal Player of the Week 💫
Michael Olise has been named the Champions League Player of the Week after a stunning display in Bayern Munich's incredible 4-3 victory over Real Madrid. The 24-year-old was a threat throughout the q...
Only the champions might be happy with Minnesota’s student-athlete transfer system
Inside an imperfect system: Because the high school league is “not an investigative body,” athletic directors own the burden of enforcing Minnesota’s trust-based transfer process. Coaches are often caught in the middle, too.
Leadership styles vary among local champions
Mark Hughes Cobb reflects on local leadership styles in football, Mercedes, art and music.
Champions League Awards: Instant classics and Guler’s Golazo
Our Champions League Awards celebrate the best – and worst – of this week’s quarter-final action, featuring an instant classic between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.Moment of the WeekCould you g...
Tigres beat Seattle, Concacaf Champions Cup semi-final set
Tigres advance to the Concacaf Champions Cup semifinals in a thrilling matchup that ended level with Seattle Sounders on aggregate (3-3). Guido Pizarro’s side took too many risks, because despite co...
LA Galaxy Embarrassed and Eliminated 3-0 At Home
Los Angeles, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy were overcome by a scarlet wave, both in the stands and on the field, as they fell 3-0 (2-7 on aggregate) at home to Liga MX champions, Toluca, in the second leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup Quarterfinal on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
How to watch 2026 NCAA gymnastics championships
It's time for the 2026 NCAA gymnastics championships! Here's how to catch the action on ESPN's family of networks.
Bayern Munich, Arsenal march on to Champions League semifinals, while Real Madrid and Sporting bow out
Arsenal 0 Sporting 0: Arteta’s men do enough to set up Atletico Madrid semi-final
After a recent run of poor results, Arsenal hold firm to progress to the Champions League semi-finals
Small Business Champion Elaine Parker Highlights Success of Big Beautiful Tax Cuts - Americans for Tax Reform
On April 14 in the U.S. Capitol building, Job Creators Network Foundation President Elaine Parker highlighted the success of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act,
Former champion Brecel misses out on Crucible spot
Former winner Luca Brecel fails to qualify for the 2026 World Snooker Championship, losing to Wales' Jak Jones in the last qualifying round.
Bayern Munich-Real Madrid, Arsenal-Sporting live updates, scores: Champions League semifinals spots up for grabs
Arsenal v Sporting: Champions League quarter-final, second leg
Minute-by-minute report: Join Simon Burnton for all the latest news as the Gunners host Sporting with a semi-final place up for grabs
Arsenal 0-0 Sporting (Apr 15, 2026) Game Analysis
Expert recap and game analysis of the Arsenal vs. Sporting CP Uefa Champions League game from April 15, 2026 on ESPN.
Five players miss Arsenal’s training ahead of the Sporting game
Arsenal are set to face Sporting Club in the Champions League in a matter of hours, but concerns are growing over the potential absence of several key players. The Gunners have enjoyed an impressive s...
Alabama Predicted by CBS Sports to Exceed Expectations
CBS Sports predicts a surprising 10- or 11-win season for Alabama. Can new offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb unlock a championship run?
Wisconsin men's hockey vs. Denver breaks ESPN viewership records
While the Wisconsin Badgers men's hockey team fell short against Denver, their National Championship game smashed viewership records on ESPN.
Champions League live updates: Bayern-Real Madrid, Arsenal-Sporting CP
Enjoy all the updates from the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals Wednesday, which see Bayern Munich taken on Real Madrid and Arsenal battle Sporting CP.
LaMelo Ball goes from goat to hero as Hornets top Heat in overtime; UEFA Champions League semifinals to be set
Plus, our NBA postseason player rankings and way-too-early 2027 WNBA mock draft
Taute and Cooch Named to College Sports Communicators Academic All-America® Teams
Juniors Ada Taute and Abby Cooch of the Denison University women's basketball National Championship team have been named as Second and Third-Team Academic All-America® as selected by College Sports Communicators for the 2025-26 season.
🎥 Raphinha sparks row with Atleti fans after elimination
FC Barcelona's elimination in the Champions League quarter-finals has left an open wound and an unexpected central figure: Raphinha.The Brazilian winger did not hide his frustration after losing to At...
Arsenal XI vs Sporting CP – Predicted lineup and team news
Arsenal host Sporting CP tonight, aiming to clinch a place in the Champions League semi-finals.The Gunners hold a slender 1–0 aggregate lead after a resilient display in Lisbon last week. Mikel Arte...
Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid – Match preview and team news
Bayern Munich faces Real Madrid at their home turf on Wednesday night in a Champions League quarter-final second leg.Vincent Kompany’s men head into this match with a one-goal advantage from the fir...
Home advantage? Our Arsenal writers discuss the Emirates atmosphere before Sporting CP’s visit
As Arsenal host Sporting in the Champions League quarter-final second leg, we discuss the tension within the Emirates crowd
OU men’s gymnastics leans on consistency ahead of national championship
No. 1 OU men’s gymnastics (14-0) head coach Mark Williams spoke with the media Tuesday ahead of the NCAA national championship, where the Sooners will look to earn a national
Atletico Madrid 1-2 Barcelona (agg: 3-2): Diego Simeone's men lose on the night but reach Champions League semi-finals
Atletico Madrid reached the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2016/17 after a 3-2 aggregate win over Barcelona.
Two Sporting stars could miss their trip to Arsenal
Sporting Club will be aiming to overturn their first leg defeat to Arsenal when the two sides meet in the Champions League quarter-final return leg at the Emirates Stadium tomorrow. The Portuguese clu...
Business Woman, Legislator, Philanthropist and Alumna Toni Boucher Describes Her Journey from Poverty to the American Dream
Boucher, one of the School of Business’ most important alumni benefactors and the undergraduate commencement speaker this spring, has long been a champion o ...
Mikel Arteta wants to see ‘no fear’ and ‘pure fire’ from Arsenal’s players and fans
Arsenal could be without several key players for their Champions League second-leg tie against Sporting on Wednesday.
Artur Jorge backs Villarreal to improve at Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro’s victory over Bragantino in the Brazilian Championship had Colombian Néiser Villarreal as one of its main standouts.Chosen by coach Artur Jorge to replace the injured Kaio Jorge, the forw...
Arteta on team fitness, 'pure fire' and Sporting
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final second leg against Sporting at Emirates (kick-off 20:00 BST). Arteta was vague on team news, adding that "a few of the boys" will be assessed Wednesday morning to see if they can play. Declan Rice, who did not train on Tuesday, is one of those but Arteta would not give details on the reason he is sidelined.
Arsenal injury news ahead of Sporting: who is available?
Mikel Arteta met with the media ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League quarter-final second leg against Sporting on Wednesday and delivered the following updates on his injured players.Photo by Carlos ...
Key players miss training before Sporting clash
Five of Arsenal's key players were missing from the open part of training before the Gunners quarter-final second-leg match against Sporting in the Champions League. Arsenal have a 1-0 advantage from the first leg but have a number of injury issues in the squad. Declan Rice, who played 90 minutes of Arsenal's 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth at the weekend, was not seen in the first 15 minutes of the training session that was open to the media.