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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

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

Possible Rookie QB Duel for the Atlanta Falcons labeled top rookie matchup by the Athletic

The Ahtletic's Chris Burke identified a few of the top rookie matchups that appear on the 2024 NFL schedule. One of the matchups that should surprise most will be played in week 12 between the Atlanta Falcons and the Denver Broncos. The Falcons’ Penix pick was an absolute jaw-dropping draft moment, if for no other reason than Penix has nowhere to p...

2024-05-19T14:03:53Z

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

Simone Biles Is Doing Simone Biles Things Again

The gymnastics star has brought back her most eye-poppingly difficult twisting skill—one that she hasn’t attempted in competition since her roller coaster Olympics in 2021.

2024-05-18T12:14:56Z

"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

Toni Nadal issues big claim on how Roger Federer impacted Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon

Toni Nadal addresses Nadals Wimbledon title number and rivalry with Federer.

2024-05-19T04:03:58Z

"It's a waste of money"- 400m hurdles World Leader Rai Benjamin carries a 'no-bib' campaign at the USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix 2024

Rai Benjamin has proved his prowess as the second-fastest man in history in the 400m hurdles at the USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix 2024.

2024-05-19T04:15:31Z

Chiefs face unprecedented schedule no NFL team has faced in nearly a century

The Kansas City Chiefs have an unprecedented gauntlet of a schedule ahead of them in the upcoming 2024 season.

2024-05-18T20:31:06Z

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

Diana Taurasi changes course on Caitlin Clark warning: ‘Taken out of context’

Diana Taurasi wants to clarify her Caitlin Clark remarks. The Phoenix Mercury star received backlash last month when she sent a warning to Clark, who was picked No. 1 in the WNBA Draft by the Indiana Fever. “Reality is coming,” Taurasi said while speaking with Breanna Stewart on an alternative ESPN broadcast during Clark and Iowa’s Final Four clash with UConn. “You look superhuman playing against some 18-year-olds but you’re going to come play...

2024-05-18T20:12:35Z

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

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

"That's definitely a possibility in the future"- Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone reveals her plans for Olympic gold double

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone stole the spotlight in Los Angeles at the USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix with a powerful victory in the 200m. She clocked a personal best of 22.

2024-05-19T03:15:28Z

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

Post-Spring College Football Top 25 Rankings Released

Spring football has wrapped up across the country and so, too, has the NCAA's transfer portal process. Most college football teams are now set in their rosters as we approach the 2024 regular season. So, On3 has updated its Top 25 rankings as we head into the summer. On Saturday, On3 released an ...

2024-05-19T12:22:57Z

Scottie Scheffler has round to forget at PGA Championship a day after arrest chaos

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — In the end, maybe Scottie Scheffler was simply gassed after his stressful Friday. The world’s No. 1 ranked player shot a 2-over-par 73 in Saturday’s third round of the PGA Championship — one day after his controversial arrest — and fell out of contention at 7-under, eight shots out of the tournament lead held by Xander Schauffele and Collin Morikawa. For Scheffler, it was his first round over par after posting 42 consecutive...

2024-05-18T20:42:54Z

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

Who will Usyk fight next? Anthony Joshua and other potential opponents

Who will Usyk fight next? Anthony Joshua and other potential opponents - The Ukrainian beat Tyson Fury via split decision to become undisputed heavyweight champion on Saturday

2024-05-19T01:23:59Z

"The one who takes his team to the top" - Tim Duncan on naming the best player in the early 2000s NBA

Tim Duncan shared his perspective on naming the league's best player in the early 2000s.

2024-05-19T14:37:02Z

Thunder most to blame for season-ending Game 6 loss to Mavericks

First and foremost, this needs to be said: The Oklahoma City Thunder played an incredible Game 6 against the Dallas Mavericks. And truth be told, it’s hard to pin the blame on anyone. Sure, they didn’t play perfectly, but they gave it their all. No one should ever blame them for that. Not to mention […] The post Thunder most to blame for season-ending Game 6 loss to Mavericks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

2024-05-19T04:17:45Z

Kyle Larson wins prize for fastest rookie in Indy 500 qualifying, vying for pole Sunday

During Indy 500 qualifying on Saturday, Kyle Larson impressed. The NASCAR star logged the sixth-fastest time of the day, but turned in the fastest rookie time as he continues to vie for the pole. It also earned him a big prize. Larson will receive a plaque and $10,000 for becoming the fastest rookie. As a member of the Fast 12, he will run Sunday a...

2024-05-18T23:40:41Z

"Good for Iga Swiatek for clapping back at the idiot" "Horrendous question" - Fans appalled as Pole asked about relative lack of success outside clay

Tennis fans haven't taken kindly to Iga Swiatek being questioned about her dominance on clay courts not translating to similar success on other surfaces.

2024-05-19T03:32:20Z

2 thoughts after the Dallas Mavericks defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder, 117-116

The Mavericks avoided a potential Game 7 on the road and closed out the series against the Thunder

2024-05-19T03:47:16Z

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

"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

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

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

A'ja Wilson Issues Strong Claim on Cameron Brink's WNBA Future

A'ja Wilson shares her thoughts on the Sparks rookie after another Aces win.

2024-05-19T02:56:13Z

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

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

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

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

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

Who won the Preakness 2024? Full results and finishing order

Who won the 149th Preakness Stakes? Breaking down the winner and the full finishing order from Pimlico Race Course on Saturday.

2024-05-18T23:16:32Z

Simone Biles dominates field at U.S. Classic ahead of Olympic return in Paris this summer

Simone Biles’ road to Paris is off to a great start. Biles made her season debut Saturday night at the U.S. Classic at the XL Center in Hartford, Connecticut, and she wasted no time dominating the field. She won the all-around title with 59.5 points, which marked her highest all-around score since the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Her score was nearly tw...

2024-05-19T02:03:59Z

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 are all Premier League games at the same time today? Reason for simultaenous kickoffs on final day explained

All 10 Premier League games kick off at the same time on the final day of the season and it has led to some incredible drama. But why does English football enforce this scheduling quirk?

2024-05-19T01:01:45Z

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

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

Oleksandr Usyk defeats Tyson Fury by split decision to become undisputed heavyweight champion

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury by split decision on Sunday to become the first undisputed heavyweight boxing champion in 24 years. Usyk (22-0) added Fury’s WBC title to his own WBA, IBF and IBO belts with a spectacular late rally highlighted by a ninth-round knockdown in a back-and-forth bout between two previously unbeaten heavyweight champs. Two judges favored Usyk, 115-112 and 114-113, while the third gave it to...

2024-05-19T01:13:30Z

Emma Raducanu withdraws from French Open 2024 qualifying days after being refused wild card entry into tournament's main draw

Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from the qualifying rounds of the 2024 French Open.

2024-05-19T04:47:33Z

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

Anthony Cacace produces performance of his life to win IBF title as Usyk comeback floors Tyson Fury

‘Andytown Apache’ Anthony Cacace stops Joe Cordina to win the IBF super-featherweight title

2024-05-19T00:02:02Z

Predicting NFC North standings after 2024 NFL schedule release

The Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers will compete for the NFC North title in 2024.

2024-05-19T12:13:14Z

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

Caitlin Clark does it all in her best WNBA game yet for Fever

Caitlin Clark thought the Fever were close at times. Before her first basketball game in New York City, Clark reflected on how a 36-point loss to the Liberty on Thursday contained moments where it felt like they were close and others where it was clear that wouldn’t be enough — “especially with their effort early in the game when there’s moments when you shouldn’t be tired,” she said And then Clark went out and pieced together the best quarter...

2024-05-18T18:12:26Z

Core Hydration Classic gymnastics results: Updated scores, winners for Simone Biles, more at 2024 meet

Sporting News is tracking winners for all the events at the Core Hydration Classic. Here's a look at the results from the 2024 gymnastics meet.

2024-05-18T12:44:38Z

Lynch: Scottie Scheffler’s scandal shows why the PGA Tour has to look elsewhere for much-needed spice

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It was during the 82nd PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club a couple dozen years ago that Stuart Appleby was asked what he’d need to shoot to have a chance to win. “Tiger Woods,” he replied. Most of those competing at the 106th edition t

2024-05-18T23:43:40Z

Mark Wells, Miracle on Ice Olympic hockey gold medalist, dies at 66

Mark Wells was a forward on the Miracle on Ice team that won the 1980 Lake Placid Olympic men's hockey title.

2024-05-19T13:29:37Z