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Angel Reese's fantastic performance draws high praise from WNBA legend as Sky stage huge comeback

Angel Reese shined for the Chicago Sky in her second-ever WNBA game, and her work on the boards drew a strong response from basketball legend Sheryl Swoopes, who worked the contest as a broadcaster

2024-05-19T02:18:35Z

WNBA investigating $100,000 Las Vegas Aces player sponsorships that star called 'life-changing'

The WNBA has opened an investigation into the $100,000 sponsorship that the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority has pledged to give to each of the 12 players on the Aces

2024-05-18T22:48:07Z

Why was sprinter Ackeem Blake disqualified at the USATF LA Grand Prix? Everything about the incident that saw the Jamaican not defend his title

On Saturday, Ackeem Blake lined up at the Drake Stadium for the 100m sprint, one of the most anticipated races of the USATF LA Grand Prix.

2024-05-19T03:30:26Z

Stars’ Game 6 Victory Over Avalanche Marred by Controversy

The Dallas Stars punched their ticket to the Western Conference Final on May 17, and they had to score two overtime goals to do it. The post Stars’ Game 6 Victory Over Avalanche Marred by Controversy appeared first on Heavy.com.

2024-05-18T19:02:26Z

Bryson DeChambeau's desire to win PGA Championship summed up by post-round act

Former U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau is on the hunt for a second major title as he heads into Sunday's final round of the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club

2024-05-19T02:03:31Z

Usyk in tears for late father after historic heavyweight win

An emotional Oleksandr Usyk shed tears for his late father after crowning a brilliant career by becoming boxing's first four-belt undisputed heavyweight world champion on Sunday. The former European and world amateur champion, Olympic gold medallist and undisputed cruiserweight champ -- still undefeated as a professional -- now adds the ultimate boxing crown.

2024-05-19T02:09:24Z

Braves News: Injury updates, Pierce Johnson’s return, more

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday

2024-05-19T10:02:59Z

25 Best US Destinations For Golfers

Golfing in the United States offers a diverse array of experiences, blending scenic beauty with challenging courses across various landscapes

2024-04-18T22:40:14Z

Cameron Brink draws powerful A’ja Wilson take after Aces clash

The Los Angeles Sparks are off to an 0-2 start after dropping their second game of the season on the road against the defending champion Las Vegas Aces, 89-82. While the Sparks have yet to get a win, there have been some encouraging signs for the team to start the 2024 season. One of the […] The post Cameron Brink draws powerful A’ja Wilson take after Aces clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

2024-05-19T01:16:53Z

New York Liberty Stars Come to Defense of Caitlin Clark

After back-to-back losses to the New York Liberty, Caitlin Clark is winless through the first three games of her WNBA career with the Indiana Fever. The post New York Liberty Stars Come to Defense of Caitlin Clark appeared first on Heavy.com.

2024-05-18T21:33:27Z

2024 SEC Baseball Tournament bracket officially set

An exciting regular season is in the books. That means it’s time for SEC teams to converge on Hoover for the league’s baseball tournament, and the bracket is set. For the first time since 2006, Kentucky secured a share of the SEC title when the Wildcats defeated Vanderbilt via run-rule on Friday. The Bat Cats had a chance to secure an outright cham...

2024-05-19T04:41:17Z

NBA Game 7 schedule today: Everything to know about Sunday's elimination playoff games

Two NBA playoffs games Sunday, two Game 7s in the Eastern and Western conference semifinals. Indiana at New York is followed by Minnesota at Denver.

2024-05-19T10:06:22Z

NASCAR Announces Decision On Race Amid Major Storm

Horrific weather at North Wilkesboro Speedway forced NASCAR to postpone Saturday's Truck Series race. Heavy rain and lightning halted the All-Star Weekend race on Saturday afternoon forcing a red flag on the 81st of 250 laps at around 3:30 p.m. ET. Not long later, NASCAR announced the race has ...

2024-05-18T21:57:48Z

Usyk vs. Fury was exactly what the sport of boxing has been missing

After an incredible fight for all the titles, the encore encounter will surely be more anticipated than the first fight.

2024-05-19T04:00:09Z

NCAA softball tournament 2024: Full regionals bracket, TV schedule for Road to Women's College World Series

The 2024 NCAA softball tournament is here. The Sporting News has the full bracket and TV schedule for the Road to Women's College World Series.

2024-05-17T04:24:21Z

Caitlin Clark Makes A Request To WNBA Fans Amid Early Struggles

Caitlin Clark sends honest plea to WNBA.

2024-05-18T17:39:33Z

Voice of Reason: Sue Bird shuts down WNBA legends vs. Caitlin Clark narrative

Caitlin Clark's transition from college to the pros sparked an unfortunate narrative that WNBA stars are against the new Indiana Fever star. Sue Bird set the record straight.

2024-05-18T18:16:00Z

Sports Personality Thinks There's 'Extra Animosity' For Caitlin Clark In WNBA

Caitlin Clark's transition to the WNBA has been bumpy at times through three games. Clark has scored 20 or more points twice already, but is also averaging seven turnovers per game and is shooting just 40% from the field and 32.1% from three-point range. The No. 1 overall pick has struggled ...

2024-05-18T21:20:29Z

Highlights! 19-Year-Old Phenom Delivers Vicious TKO

Watch Ring of Fire full fight video highlights: Moses Itauma vs. Ilja Mezencev earlier today (Sat., May 18, 2024) live on DAZN PPV in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

2024-05-18T19:00:44Z

Kyle Larson officially qualifies for Indy 500, posts sixth-fastest qualifying time

Kyle Larson had some trouble during qualifying for the Indianapolis 500 earlier on Saturday, but he came back with a vengeance later in the afternoon. The former NASCAR Cup Series champion quieted some doubters with his second run, as he made the provisional Fast 12 with an incredible lap, putting him P6 at the time. He’ll officially be racing in t...

2024-05-18T19:09:57Z

"Casually reminding us why she is the greatest of all-time"-Fans react to Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone clocking 200m personal best to win LA Grand Prix

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is officially back to business for the Olympic season and fans couldn't be more excited at the times she's clocking.

2024-05-19T04:15:37Z

Scottie Scheffler's Second-Round PGA Performance Was Legendary

Scheffler spent his morning in an orange jumpsuit and a jail cell, writes Pat Forde, but the No. 1 player in the world then went out and shot a 66 in circumstances we've never quite seen before.

2024-05-17T22:31:12Z

Calls to remove Harrison Butker from Chiefs after speech 'totally un-American,' ESPN's Sam Ponder says

ESPN NFL broadcaster Sam Ponder came out in support of Harrison Butker's right to espouse his views freely in a post on her Instagram Stories.

2024-05-18T13:53:49Z

Biles stars at U.S. Classic; Douglas pulls out after 1 event

Simone Biles posted an all-around score of 59.500 to win the U.S. Classic, where Gabby Douglas fell twice on uneven bars and pulled out of the three remaining events.

2024-05-19T01:59:53Z

"Suspend him for remainder of playoffs": Fans criticize Connor McDavid's high stick on Carson Soucy

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid had his revenge on Vancouver's Carson Soucy as he delivered a disturbing high-stick on the Canucks defenseman during Game 6 on Saturday.

2024-05-19T04:27:03Z

Yankees prospects: Jasson Domínguez continues to tear up Low-A

Recapping the Yankees’ minor league affiliates’ results from May 18th.

2024-05-19T10:02:59Z

Simone Biles wins gymnastics US Classic by a lot. Shilese Jones takes 2nd. How it happened

Simone Biles starts Olympic year strong with U.S. Classic title. Shilese Jones takes second, and Gabby Douglas scratches after one event.

2024-05-18T19:08:37Z

Usyk Drops Fury, Becomes Undisputed Champ!

‘Ring Of Fire’ boxing results live: Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk full stream — including round-by-round updates — of the Heavyweight title pay-per-view (PPV) main event match tonight (Sat., May 18, 2024) from inside Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

2024-05-18T22:16:02Z

Caitlin Clark sends message after Indiana Fever lose third straight WNBA game

Caitlin Clark offered a message to Fever fans after the Indiana club fell to 0-3 following yet another double-digit defeat against the New York Liberty Saturday.

2024-05-18T21:47:55Z

USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix 2024 Results - Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone tops 200m, Rai Benjamin records world lead in 400m hurdles I Day 2

The 2024 USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix was a two-day affair held at the UCLA Drake Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

2024-05-19T03:15:09Z

Usyk beats Fury by split decision to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 24 years

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Oleksandr Usyk has been shorter, lighter and older than all of his opponents since he moved up to the heavyweight division. Usyk's heart and skill are enormous, and he overcame a major size disadvantage against Tyson Fury to become the world's first undisputed heavyweight boxing champion in 24 years. Usyk defeated Fury by split decision on Sunday, knocking down his hulking opponent in the ninth round and eventually...

2024-05-18T23:59:11Z

Dawn Staley adorably offered Breanna Stewart's 2-year-old daughter a scholarship after Liberty win

South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley is one of the most beloved figures in the sport, and her latest interaction with New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart is a further example as to why. As Stewart and her young daughter greeted Staley on the court…

2024-05-18T20:56:08Z

Tyson Fury ‘over the moon’ for Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul, says only ‘jealous people’ hate it

Don’t count Tyson Fury among those hating on the Netflix showdown between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. Far from it.

2024-05-18T16:15:22Z

Liberty star Jonquel Jones says Caitlin Clark needs to be given ‘some grace’

NEW YORK — The Liberty’s win in Saturday’s home opener wrapped up a 2-0 home-and-home series against the rebuilding Indiana Fever. In those games, the Libs got their first look at No. 1 overall pick Caitlin Clark, one of the league’s newest and brightest stars. Clark — like most top WNBA rookies — showed flashes of greatness and some low moments. After becoming the NCAA’s all-time scoring ...

2024-05-19T01:32:35Z

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards delivers perfect answer to Mike Conley motivation for Game 7 vs. Nuggets

The Minnesota Timberwolves are not the most accomplished franchise in the world, but they’ve taken small steps in the right direction recently. The club could reach its first Western Conference Finals appearance since 2004 if it beats the Denver Nuggets in Sunday’s winner-take-all Game 7 matchup. Wolves guard Mike Conley doesn’t have the best Game […] The post Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards delivers perfect answer to Mike Conley motivation for...

2024-05-19T01:01:57Z

Seize the Grey wins 2024 Preakness Stakes

Seize the Grey won the 149th Preakness Stakes Saturday afternoon to claim the second leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown. It was an upset, since all eyes were on Mystik Dan, who won the Kentucky Derby earlier this month by a nostril. It’s a tough task for a horse to win those two prestigious races. Many Derby winners don’t even compete at the Preakn...

2024-05-18T23:40:40Z

Kelsey Plum's reaction to Kate Martin's block is the WNBA highlight of the week

A whole lot of people were talking about the Las Vegas Aces on Saturday for things happening off the court – and rightfully so, as the two-time defending champs find themselves

2024-05-19T00:11:48Z

Sky win first game of season, Angel Reese sets WNBA record

Angel Reese got her first WNBA win on Saturday, and she set a new league standard in the process.

2024-05-19T03:59:15Z

Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk results as Ukrainian master claims undisputed glory with high-class win over Gypsy King

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury via split decision in an action-packed fight in Riyadh to be crowned undisputed world heavyweight champion.

2024-05-18T04:07:13Z

Highlights! Kabayel Stuns Sanchez With Wicked Body Shot KO

Watch Ring of Fire full fight video highlights: Agit Kabayel vs. Frank Sanchez earlier today (Sat., May 18, 2024) live on DAZN PPV in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

2024-05-18T20:16:13Z

PGA Championship: Shane Lowry ties the lowest score in major history

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Shane Lowry, the European Ryder Cup stalwart and 2019 Open champion, absolutely torched Valhalla Golf Club on Saturday, carding a 62 — tied for the lowest score ever recorded in a major. He had a chance to set the record, but his birdie putt on 18 rolled just left. The record of 62 had already been reached four separate times, mos...

2024-05-18T21:18:04Z

The Morning After: Usyk Refuses To Be Denied

Here’s what you may have missed!

2024-05-19T01:01:29Z

‘I Miss My Father’

Oleksandr Usyk broke down in tears after his big win.

2024-05-19T10:03:18Z

Kyrie Irving Makes NBA History in Game 6 Win over Oklahoma City Thunder

Kyrie Irving made his way into the NBA record books with a Game 6 win over Oklahoma City.

2024-05-19T03:26:09Z

Fever star Caitlin Clark enters Candace Parker, Sue Bird territory with rare rookie feat

Indiana Fever top-overall pick Caitlin Clark has become only the fourth rookie in WNBA history to have scored 50-plus points and dish out 15-plus assists through their first three career games. Clark joins the premiere company of Candace Parker, Sue Bird and Nikki McCray. In elite company 👏 Caitlin Clark joins Candace Parker, Sue Bird […] The post Fever star Caitlin Clark enters Candace Parker, Sue Bird territory with rare rookie feat appeared...

2024-05-19T05:32:33Z

Oleksandr Usyk to be stripped of belt immediately after beating Tyson Fury

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury with all four major belts on the line - but he will not hold onto all four because Filip Hrgovic is the IBF's mandatory challenger

2024-05-19T00:33:18Z

Simone Biles wins Core Hydration Classic to kick off road to Paris; Gabby Douglas withdraws

2024 is looking golden so far for Simone Biles.

2024-05-19T01:08:05Z

Michal Malone has blunt admission on stopping Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards

In a recent press conference, Denver Nuggets’ head coach Michael Malone made a candid admission regarding the challenge of defending Minnesota Timberwolves’ star guard Anthony Edwards. “He’s proven to be unguardable,” Malone said, summarizing the difficulties his team has faced in trying to contain Edwards throughout their playoff series. The Nuggets, the defending champs known […] The post Michal Malone has blunt admission on stopping...

2024-05-18T22:46:39Z

Tires float away, drivers go swimming amid flooding at North Wilkesboro Speedway

As the rain came down at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Saturday, NASCAR announced the cancellation of all All-Star Race heats. In addition, the Truck Series Race would resume Sunday at 11:30 a.m. amid flooding and power outages at the track. During the red flag delay, though, the drivers had some fun. Tires started to float away in the flooding and ...

2024-05-18T22:10:11Z

Olympic Athlete Ivona Dadic In Images

Ivona Dadic, born on December 29, 1993, in Wels, Austria, has emerged as a prominent figure in the world of track and field athletics.

2024-05-19T02:43:35Z