NBA Denies Andrew Wiggins' Religious Exemption for COVID-19 Vaccine
The NBA has made a ruling in Andrew Wiggins’ request for a religious exemption from getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Name Drop: Cleveland Set to Say Goodbye to Indians for Good
The Cleveland Indians are about to become history
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Tom Felton of ‘Harry Potter' Fame Collapses While Playing at Ryder Cup
British actor Tom Felton is getting treatment in a Wisconsin hospital after collapsing at the Ryder Cup.
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2021 Ryder Cup: Tournament Format, Match Play Explained
The Ryder Cup uses a unique competition style for three rounds. Here is how the United States and Europe will play at Whistling Straits.
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MLB, Union Send Notices of Intent to Seek Labor Changes
Major League Baseball and the players’ association sent the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service letters of intent to seek new labor terms as the Dec. 1 expiration of the sport’s collective bargaining agreement approaches
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2021 Thursday Night Football Schedule: How to Watch Panthers at Texans
The Thursday Night Football schedule in 2021 has plenty of intriguing matchups.
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2021 Ryder Cup: How to Watch, Stream Info, Results, Tee Times
The United States leads Europe at the 2021 Ryder Cup. Here is how to watch, how the tournament works and more.
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American Hopefuls for Beijing Games Must Have Vaccine, US Olympic Committee Says
U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee said Wednesday that American athletes will have to show proof of vaccination by Dec. 1 for a chance to compete in the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.
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Olympic Swimmer Elizabeth Beisel Hits the Ocean to Honor Her Father
Three-time Olympian Elizabeth Beisel has taken on a new cause
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2021 WNBA Playoffs: Bracket, Schedule, Times, TV Channel, How To Watch
The WNBA playoffs start Thursday night with the Dallas Wings taking on the Chicago Sky at 8 followed by the New York Liberty traveling to Arizona to take on the Phoenix Mercury
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Katie Ledecky Heads to Florida to Train, Coach With '88 Medalist Anthony Nesty
The 24-year-old Ledecky said she looks forward to working with Nesty’s “outstanding mid-distance and distance training group.”
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NHL Finds No Evidence Sharks' Evander Kane Gambled on Games
The NHL did not find any evidence supporting the allegations that Evander Kane bet on league games. The league is now investigating recent allegations of potential wrongdoing by Kane.
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Jonquel Jones Named AP's WNBA MVP; Brionna Jones Takes Most Improved Player
George Washington product Jonquel Jones won 2021 WNBA MVP honors while former Maryland star Brionna Jones claimed the Most Improved Player award.
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When Are the 2021 WNBA Finals?
The latest details on when the 2021 WNBA Finals are.
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Where Conor McGregor's First Pitch Ranks Among Worst in History
Conor McGregor joined 50 Cent, Dr. Fauci and Mariah Carey with one of the worst first pitches ever. See his wild pitch and where he ranks in the list.
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Rutgers Suspends 2 Football Players After Paintball Shooting
Two Rutgers players have been suspended from the football team after they were charged in an incident in which three people were struck by paintballs fired from a passing vehicle. Coach Greg Schiano took the action Tuesday, shortly after defensive backs Malachi “Max” Melton and Chris Long were each charged with three counts of aggravated assault an... -
New York High School Football Player Dies After Head Injury
A high school football player has died after sustaining a head injury during a weekend game, the 14-year-old’s father said on social media.
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Nets Don't Expect Issues Meeting New York Vaccine Mandates
Brooklyn general manager Sean Marks said Tuesday he doesn’t anticipate any Nets being unable to play because of vaccination rules when the NBA season begins next month. Marks said the entire roster wouldn’t currently be eligible to play in New York, but the Nets don’t open their season until Oct. 19. “Regarding if they could play today, I can’t...... -
Fire, Smoke Seen on Caesars Superdome Roof Ahead of Saints' Return
A small fire broke out on the roof of the Caesars Superdome, home stadium of the New Orleans Saints, on Tuesday afternoon.
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Necklace Holding Ashes of Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones' Father Found Safe
Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones says the necklace containing his father’s ashes has been found after losing it in the end zone on Monday night.
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NFL Schedule Week 3: Game Times, How to Watch on TV and More
The NFL season is finally in full swing as we get into late September.
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Jo Lasorda, Widow of Dodgers Hall of Fame Manager Tommy Lasorda, Dies at 91
Jo Lasorda, the widow of Dodgers’ Hall of Fame manager Tommy Lasorda, has died at 91, the team announced Tuesday.
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Packers' Aaron Jones Lost Chain Holding Father's Ashes After Scoring TD
“He was really on my heart,” Jones said of his father, who died in April from COVID-19 complications. “He would say, ‘if you lose it anywhere, lose it in the end zone.'”
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FIFA Sets Talks With Soccer Leaders on Biennial World Cup
FIFA is finally starting to speak to soccer clubs, leagues and players’ unions in its push to organize a men’s World Cup every two years
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Mac Jones And Patriots Breeze Past Jets as Wilson Throws 4 INTs
Mac Jones kept his mistakes to a minimum, moved the ball down the field and did enough to earn his first NFL victory with the New England Patriots.
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Peyton Manning Shows Interest in the Denver Broncos As a Potential Suitor
The Denver Broncos could have a new suitor. Hall of fame quarterback Peyton Manning is closely watching the pending sale of the Broncos. He has reportedly already spoken with at least two potential suitors and his keeping his eye on a role as an investor or manager. Many have expected that Manning would eventually take over a team or lead…... -
Mets, Phillies Minor Leaguers Protest Pay With Wristbands
Minor league players in the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies farm systems wore teal wristbands Saturday to protest pay that they say is insufficient.
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Boxer-Senator Manny Pacquiao to Run for Philippine President
Philippine boxing icon and senator Manny Pacquiao says he will run for president in the 2022 elections
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Jets Throw Support to NJ High School Hit Hard by Ida
The Jets agreed to cover all the expenses to replace the school’s helmets, pads and uniforms for the varsity program’s 26 players at a New Jersey school ravaged by Ida
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Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr. Get Into Heated Exchange
San Diego Padres stars Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado had to be separated after getting into a heated exchange during Saturday’s game.
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Zdeno Chara, 44, Returning to Islanders on 1-Year Contract
Zdeno Chara is returning to the team where he started his career after agreeing to terms on a one-year deal with the New York Islanders
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Here's a Guide to Targeting in College Football and the NFL
Former NFL referee and SNF rules expert Terry McAulay breaks down the targeting rule and the changes that need to be made.
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Giants Off to 0-2 Start for Fifth Straight Year
They are winless, making costly mistakes, and have a coach — this time Joe Judge — saying the weekly goal is to get better. The assumption is everything will turn around, but history says otherwise for the Giants
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Report: MLB Managers, Coaches Need Vaccine for Field Access in Playoffs
MLB reportedly will require non-playing personnel to be COVID-19 vaccinated in order to gain on-field access during the 2021 postseason.
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Here's How Much Money NFL Practice Squad Players Make
Heres everything you need to know about NFL practice squads, from player salaries to rules and more.
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Giants' Gates Carted Off With Broken Leg Against Washington
New York Giants offensive lineman Nick Gates broke his leg in the first quarter of his team’s game at Washington
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Hopkins Converts 2nd Chance, Washington Beats Giants 30-29
Dustin Hopkins made a 43-yard field goal on an untimed down, and Washington defeated the New York Giants 30-29
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Who Are The Fastest Players In The NFL?
Tyreek Hill, Raheem Mostert and Melvin Gordon are some of the NFLs quickest ball carriers. Which player takes the title for fastest in the league?
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In-Season Debut of ‘Hard Knocks' to Feature Indianapolis Colts
The first in-season edition of the NFL Films and HBO series “Hard Knocks” will debut in November with the Indianapolis Colts.
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USWNT Players Association Calls USSF's Identical Deals Proposal a ‘PR Stunt'
The United States Women’s National Team Players Association called out the U.S. Soccer Federation’s offer for identical contracts for men’s and women’s players on Wednesday as a “PR stunt.” The USSF announced its proposal on Tuesday with the hopes of getting USMNT and USWNT players under the same collective bargaining agreement. The USS... -
Aly Raisman Recounts FBI Agent ‘Diminishing' Her Abuse When Reporting Nassar
The retired Olympic gymnast is calling for an independent investigation into the mishandling of abuse claims against Larry Nassar.
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See How Robots Allowed Pediatric Patients to ‘Run the Bases' at Dodger Stadium
UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital selected 10 pediatric patients to get the opportunity to control the robot on the field at Dodger Stadium from their hospital beds.
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2021 WNBA Playoffs: How to Watch, Format, Standings
The 2021 WNBA playoffs are right around the corner. Here’s what you need to know about the postseason format, TV schedule and team standings.
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Latest NFL Rules on COVID, Fan Vaccinations and Positive Cases
Do you have to be vaccinated to attend an NFL game? Here are updated COVID rules for fans at stadiums and the latest on players testing positive.
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MLB Must Learn, Embrace Latin Culture to Better Game for Everyone
It’s of changing the game, baseball should better embrace the culture of its young stars.
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Jets Kicker Matt Ammendola Has Stunning Debut as Punter in Pinch — His First Punts Ever
New York Jets rookie placekicker Matt Ammendola finished his first NFL game with a solid 48.5-yard average on his punts, pretty impressive considering he hadn’t previously attempted a punt in a game — not college, not high school, not ever
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Thanks, Tom Brady! Ageless Quarterback Helps NBC in Ratings
NBC owes Tom Brady a thank you note
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Brazilian Soccer Great Pelé Leaves Intensive Care
Retired Brazilian soccer star Pelé has been moved out of intensive care at a Sao Paulo hospital as he continues to recover from surgery to remove a tumor from his colon
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MLB 2021 Postseason: Each Team's Magic Number Tracker
Playoff baseball is right around the corner. What is each MLB team’s “magic number” in the race for a spot in the 2021 postseason?
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Slugger Ryan Braun Retires After 14-Year Career With Brewers
Ryan Braun has announced his retirement
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Patrick Cantlay Wins PGA Tour Player of the Year Award Over Jon Rahm
Patrick Cantlay is the players’ choice as PGA Tour player of the year
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See Star Athletes' Met Gala Looks From the 2021 Event
Some of the world’s greatest athletes took a break from their crafts and attended one of the grandest fashion events of the year. Tennis stars, basketball champions and gymnastics greats donned their best ensembles Monday night at the annual Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The athletes — and a few of their ... -
MLB All-Star Game Locations: 2022, 2023 and Beyond
Major League Baseball has set the locations for three of its next five All-Star Games, with Los Angeles, Seattle and Philadelphia in line to host the Midsummer Classic.
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MLB Allows More Players to Wear No. 21 to Honor Roberto Clemente
Roberto Clemente Day is Wednesday and MLB has expanded the list of players who can wear No. 21. Heres who meets the leagues new criteria.
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Parys Haralson, Former 49ers Pass Rusher, Dies at Age of 37
Former 49ers defensive player Parys Haralson, who spent his first seven NFL seasons with the franchise, died on Monday. He was 37.
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Report: Jay-Z, Jeff Bezos Emerge As ‘Potential Investors' in Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos could be looking for a new owner, and two of the most powerful celebrities in America reportedly are interested. Jay-Z, the rapper, businessman and media mogul, and Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, have both “popped up” as potential new owners of the Broncos, Front Office Sports’ A.J. Perez reported Monday. Fo... -
2021 NFL Power Rankings: Where Teams Sit After Week 1
The 49ers were impressive for most of their Week 1 win Sunday, but some late slip-ups cost them in the first Power Rankings of the season.
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NFL Week 2 Winners, Losers: MVP Kyler Murray, Tom Brady Not Slowing Down
Here are some of the top playmakers and biggest losers from this Sunday’s games.
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Jets QB Wilson Shows Toughness, ‘Moxie' in Loss to Panthers
Zach Wilson got a first-hand look at just how difficult it can be to play quarterback for the New York Jets. But despite getting sacked six times and taking a crushing hit from mammoth defensive tackle Derrick Brown in a 19-14 loss to the Carolina Panthers in his NFL debut Sunday, the rookie quarterback left Jets fans with hope that the..... -
Giants Vaunted D Falters, Fails to Get Off Field Vs. Broncos
The New York Giants’ vaunted defense was supposed to carry the team while Daniel Jones and his banged-up skill players on offense ironed things out after an training camp marked by injuries
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Novak Djokovic's Grand Slam Bid Fails as Daniil Medvedev Wins US Open
Daniil Medvedev won the U.S. Open for his first major championship, ending Novak Djokovics bid for a calendar-year Grand Slam sweep.
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NFL Commemorates 9/11 Anniversary With Video Tribute, National Anthem
The NFL brought in Steve Buscemi and Juliette Candela to help reflect on the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.
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Qualifier to Champion: Britain's Raducanu, 18, Wins US Open
British teenager Emma Raducanu has beaten Canadian teenager Leylah Fernandez 6-4, 6-3 in the U.S. Open final to become the first qualifier to win a Grand Slam title in the professional era.
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NBA Exploring ‘Field of Dreams'-Like Outdoor Game
MLB saw tremendous success with its “Field of Dreams” game — could the NBA pull off a similar type of outdoor event?
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Mets, Yankees and More Pay Tribute on 9/11 20th Anniversary
The Mets and Yankees held a Subway Series game on Sept. 11 for the first time on the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, as stadium’s around the country paid tribute to the nearly 3,000 killed in the terrorist attacks
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Crowded Stadiums, Pandemic Create Combustible Mix This Fall
Health experts say this fall’s crowded college and professional football stadiums could create ripe conditions for COVID-19 to spread among unvaccinated fans.
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Twenty Years Later, Mike Piazza's Dramatic Post-Sept. 11 Home Run Remains a Moment of Hope
Members of 2001 Mets share their stories during ‘9/11: The Mets Remember.’
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Sports World Remembers, Honors 9/11 Anniversary With Tributes
Teams, athletes and coaches from across the country honored the 20th anniversary of 9/11 on Saturday.
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1 to Go: Djokovic Into US Open Final, Nears Year Grand Slam
Novak Djokovic has moved one victory away from completing the first calendar-year Grand Slam in men’s tennis since 1969 by beating Alexander Zverev 4-6, 6-2, 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 to reach the U.S. Open final
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Leave for Dodgers Pitcher Trevor Bauer Extended Through End of Season
Trevor Bauer’s leave from the Dodgers was extended through the end of the baseball season after an agreement reached between the league and players union.
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Jets WR Jamison Crowder Out Week 1 vs. Panthers Due to COVID-19
Zach Wilson and the New York Jets’ offense will be shorthanded against the Carolina Panthers in Week 1. Wide receiver Jamison Crowder was ruled out two days ahead of Sunday’s game. He tested positive for COVID-19 on Sept. 3 and remains on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Without Crowder, the Jets could be down to five receivers in Wilson’s NFL debu... -
Bigger Big 12: BYU, UCF, Cincinnati and Houston on the Way
The Big 12 has added four new members
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Unseeded Teens Raducanu and Fernandez Reach US Open Final
British teenager Emma Raducanu has become the first qualifier to reach a Grand Slam final in the professional era by beating 17th-seeded Maria Sakkari 6-1, 6-4 at the U.S. Open
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All NFL Final Scores For Week 3 of 2021 Games
Here’s your guide to all the final NFL scores for Week 2 of 2021 season.
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Here Are the Top 20 Highest-Paid NFL Players for 2021
Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt inked a massive extension that puts him among the highest-paid NFL players for 2021. Heres a look at the top 20.
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A Look at Tom Brady's NFL Career So Far Ahead of His 22nd Season
An inside look at Tom Brady’s NFL career, stats, Super Bowl rings and life since he was drafted 21 years ago and where other QBs were while he made history.
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How to Watch Bucs Vs. Cowboys With Channel, Live Stream Info
Tom Brady and the Buccaneers open the 2021 NFL season vs. the Dallas Cowboys. Here’s info on where to watch the game on TV, how to live stream and more.
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Tom Brady Will Set These Impressive NFL Records Week 1 Vs. Cowboys
Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady will reach a few impressive milestones Thursday night in the opening game of the 2021 NFL season.
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Florida Panthers Offer Deals to 200 FAU Female Athletes
The Florida Panthers were seeking a female athlete from Florida Atlantic University to be the next college student they sign to an endorsement deal
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How Sports World, Teams Plan to Honor 20th Anniversary of 9/11
The sports world will take some time to look back and recognize the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks this weekend
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Half of US Offers Legal Sports Betting as NFL Season Begins
When the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Dallas Cowboys kick off the NFL season Thursday night, people in more than half the states in America will be able to bet on football legally.
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US Flips Script in World Cup Qualifier, Beat Honduras 4-1
The United States was skidding to another World Cup qualifying failure when Antonee Robinson entered, quickly tied the score and celebrated with a backward somersault. The entire game soon flipped.
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Former Notre Dame Football Star, Coach Terry Brennan Dies at 93
Former Notre Dame star football player and coach Terry Brennan has died
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Report: Taliban Has Banned Women's Sports in Afghanistan
Australia’s SBS TV has quoted a Taliban spokesperson as saying women’s sports will be banned by his group in Afghanistan.
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Raducanu, 18, 1st Qualifier in US Open Semis; Sakkari Next
British teenager Emma Raducanu has become the first qualifier in the professional era to reach the U.S. Open semifinals
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Jordan Spieth Grabs a Final Spot on 2021 US Ryder Cup Team
Captain America has made his selections for the U.S. Ryder Cup squad. Steve Stricker — not Steve Rogers — announced his Captain’s Picks of Daniel Berger, Harris English, Tony Finau, Xander Schauffele, Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Spieth Wednesday morning at a Ryder Cup press conference. Spieth and Finau have played in the tournament bef... -
Trump Will Be Boxing Analyst For Saturday's Holyfield vs. Belfort Fight in Florida
Former President Donald Trump will be providing commentary for Saturday’s boxing event, which is headlined by the Evander Holyfield-Vitor Belfort fight.
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After Pandemic Delay, Jeter, Walker and Simmons Get Inducted Into HOF
The long wait is over for Derek Jeter, Larry Walker, Ted Simmons, and the late Marvin Miller.
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Mets President Says He's Had Little Communication With Acting GM Zack Scott Since Arrest
New York Mets President Sandy Alderson says he’s had little communication with acting general manager Zack Scott, who was arrested last week on a charge of driving while intoxicated.
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‘My Fight Is Not Done': Former Laker Cedric Ceballos Battles COVID-19 in ICU
Former Lakers forward Cedric Ceballos said he is being treated in an intensive-care unit for COVID-19.
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NWHL Rebrands to Premier Hockey Federation Entering 7th Year
The National Women’s Hockey League is changing its name to the Premier Hockey Federation
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Brazil Soccer Legend Pelé Says Apparent Colon Tumor Removed, Feels Well
Brazil soccer great Pelé says an apparent tumor on the right side of his colon has been removed in an operation.
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Brazil-Argentina Qualifier Suspended Over Quarantine Violations
Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Argentina has been suspended amid chaotic scenes after local health officials walked onto the pitch in a bid to remove three players who didn’t comply with coronavirus protocols
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Patrick Cantlay Wins Tour Championship to Secure First FedEx Cup
Patrick Cantlay wins his first FedEx Cup on the PGA Tour, beating out Jon Rahm at the Tour Championship.
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Tom Brady Confirms He Had COVID-19 After Buccaneers' Super Bowl Parade
Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady recently confirmed he was diagnosed with COVID-19 not long after the team’s Super Bowl LV parade, and he thinks the virus will be a larger factor in 2021 compared to the 2020 season.
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Watch Team USA's Top Moments From the Tokyo Paralympics
From Jessica Long’s six medals to Nick Mayhugh’s record-breaking 100m, American Paralympians impressed in Tokyo.
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Watch Highlights from the Paralympics Closing Ceremony
See moments from the Paralympics Closing Ceremony and watch NBC’s Paralympic docu-series on Sunday at 7 ET/PT.
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Naomi Osaka Weighs Another Break From Tennis After US Open Loss
Naomi Osaka says she is thinking of taking another break from tennis after her title defense at the U.S. Open has ended with a third-round loss to Canadian teenager Leylah Fernandez.
