Chess Olympiad 2022: Warzone to top of the podium for Ukraine women
Ukraine womens team occupied the top spot in the podium was in itself a miracle because like many people who call Ukraine their home, the players themselves have suffered untold trauma.
Commonwealth Games 2022: Show on track and field instills belief and confidence
For India, this had not been a very good hunting ground. In the last two editions, India won three medals each, with one gold coming in 2018. The best show was at the Delhi Games.
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Cowboys bring back Brett Maher to shake up kicker competition amid camp questions
The Cowboys turned to a familiar figure in Brett Maher to help address some of the concerns brewing in the team's kicker competition.
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The closing ceremony of the 44th FIDE Chess Olympiad turned out to be a social evening
Chess Olympiad 2022: Wunderkidsseal bronze for host India
India B defeat Germany comfortably to clinch bronze medal ahead of much fancied US, India A
Chess Olympiad: India 'B' team wins bronze in Open section; India 'A' women also finish third
Uzbekistan sprung a surprise by bagging the gold medal with a 2-1 win over the Netherlands ahead of a strong Armenian team, which beat Spain 2.5-1.5 in the final round, in the Open section.
NFL approves sale of Broncos, making Rob Walton league's wealthiest owner
NFL owners voted unanimously to approve the sale of the Broncos to Walmart heir Robert Walton and his family, Roger Goodell said Tuesday.
Calling Serena the GOAT doesn't reflect the impact she's had on sports, society |Opinion
Serena Williams' tennis career may be ending soon, but she will continue to have influence and impact in society for many years to come.
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Serena has backed early stage companies for nearly a decade.
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Williams came tantalisingly close to equalling the mark having reached the final in four majors since she returned from maternity leave in 2018.
Serena Williams announces she will retire soon, says she is evolving away from tennis
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Michael Smith joins Amazon's Prime Video 'Thursday Night Football' studio coverage as news analyst
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Can't do this forever: Serena to retire after US Open
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No. 1 NBA pick Paolo Banchero feuds with Hawks' Dejounte Murray at tournament, on social media
No. 1 NBA draft pick Paolo Banchero was captured clashing with the Hawks' Dejounte Murray at a tournament and their feud continued on social media.
Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale will miss rest of season after fracturing his wrist in bicycle accident
Boston LHP Chris Sale, already on the injured list with a broken finger, will not return this season after having surgery to repair broken wrist.
Most memorable 'Hard Knocks' moments: From rants by Rex Ryan to intense J.J. Watt
In anticipation of HBO's Hard Knocks with the Detroit Lions, here's a look at the most memorable moments from the sports reality documentary series.
Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith requests trade, says new regime 'doesn't value me'
Chicago Bears linebacker and 2018 first-round pick Roquan Smith requests a trade, claiming that the new regime doesn't value me here.
Chess Olympiad: Gukesh rues moment of madness
The biggest learning Gukesh picked up from the Olympiad is falling short on time.
Serena Williams says she intends to retire from tennis after US Open in Vogue's September issue
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British athletics coach Minichiello gets life ban for sexual misconduct
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'Live in the moment': Rock legend Jon Bon Jovi gives Notre Dame football a pep talk
Rock star Jon Bon Jovi, a Notre Dame super fan and proud father of a former Irish football walk-on, gave a motivational talk to Marcus Freeman's team.
Yankees outfielder Matt Carpenter suffers foot fracture at the plate vs. Mariners
Even when things began going right for the New York Yankees, another key player has been lost to injury.
Chess Olympiad: India 'B' win bronze; women also third
India 'B' defeated Germany 3-1 in their final round match to end at third position.
These five teams will start the season outside the Top 25, but they won't be there long
Preseason polls are great for conversation. The final poll is what really matters. A look at five teams that missed out now but will be there later.
36 NFL training camp standout players you need to know in 2022
Mosquitoes aren't the only things buzzing at NFL training camps this summer, as several young players are creating a name for themselves.
How Neeraj's gold changed Indian athletes' mentality
'Earlier we had set some limitations for us. But now, Indians are capable of doing something magical'
Why Michigan HS football team has added a surprising coach to address its big void after shooting
Tate Myre's father wanted to find a way to fix things after school shooting. Through the organization named for his son, Oxford, Michigan, is healing.
SEE: The CHAMPIONS have arrived!
India's champion athletes returned to a rousing reception when they landed home on Tuesday after their spectacular showing at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
It's time to permanently ban Pete Rose from our minds after Sunday's disgraceful interview | Opinion
After Sunday's sexist comment to a Philadelphia sports reporter, one is left wondering: At what point do we say we've had enough of Pete Rose?
Sable soars, Paul leaps, Sharath sizzles to script India's CWG success story
About 25 percent of India's 66 medals came from the shooting range in the previous edition and not many believed that India will be able to touch even 50 but the country ended up with 61.
Ranked No. 1 again, Alabama's Nick Saban doesn't seem to be slowing down at 70 | Opinion
Even in the most optimistic scenario when he took the Alabama job all those years ago, nobody would have expected Nick Saban to still be fighting.
CWG Rewind: Sable soars, Paul leaps, Sharath sizzles
Slipping out of the usual top-five was seen as a real possibility in absence of shooting but phenomenal success in athletics and lawn bowls propelled India to a commendable fourth place finish at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham
PHOTOS: Serena advances in Toronto, Wawrinka ousted
Three-times winner Serena Williams moved into the Toronto Open second round after beating Spain's Nuria Parrizas Diaz on Monday
22 gold, 16 silver and 23 bronze,India finishesfourth at Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022
India finished with 61 medals, five less than their tally four years ago at Gold Coast.
Alpine to Seek Compensation if Oscar Piastri Refuses to Race Next Season
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Jamaal Williams 'Hard Knocks' clip will get Detroit Lions fans jacked up for HBO series
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'Hard Knocks' 2022 premiere: How to watch HBO debut of Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell
Dan Campbell and the 2022 Detroit Lions star in the latest season of the hit HBO program, Hard Knocks.
See how Justin Tucker of the Baltimore Ravens compares to top NFL kickers
He's made a record 91.1% of his field goal attempts, and his 1,360 points are the most ever by a player through his first 10 seasons.
Cale Gundy's resignation was a necessary step for Oklahoma Sooners football | Opinion
Oklahoma's longtime assistant football coach Cale Gundy did more than apologize for using a shameful and hurtful word during a film session.
Los Angeles Sparks' flight home canceled, forcing half the team to sleep at the airport
The Los Angeles Sparks ended their four-game road trip with a victory against the Mystics. Then, their commercial flight home got canceled.
Phoenix Mercury star Diana Taurasi to miss remainder of WNBA season with leg injury
The Phoenix Mercury announced Monday that 18-year WNBA veteran Diana Taurasi will miss the remainder of the season because of a right quad strain.
NHL offseason tracker: Patrice Bergeron, David Krejci return to Boston Bruins and other moves
The first days of free agency were busy. Follow along for news and analysis of all the trades and signings for the rest of the offseason.
PICS: Curtains come down at Birmingham CWG Closing
From UB40 to Punjabi MC to Apache Indian, the musicians gave the spectators an evening to remember as athletes walked out for the closing.
Aaron Rodgers' use of ayahuasca won't get him in trouble with NFL, league says
According to NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy, any trace of the substance in his system would not trigger a positive result under the league's drug policy
Oklahoma football assistant coach Cale Gundy resigns after saying 'racially charged' word
Oklahoma football assistant coach Cale Gundy resigned late Sunday night. Sooners head coach Brent Venables said his actions were 'not acceptable
Golden eye: Achanta Sharath Kamal, mind body and soul
At Birmingham, in the twilight of his career, Sharath Kamal, stood alone once again on top -- with four medals, including three gold - a record that would take some time to overhaul.
Aches and tight scheds, but Sharath unstoppable at 40!
His greatness is undisputed but probably has not been appreciated enough over the past two decades. Manika Batra had pushed the sport into spotlight with her four medal showing in Gold Coast four years ago and Sharath hopes his performances leads to millions of kids playing the game.
Chess Olympiad 2022: Day of hit and miss for India
India B draw Uzbekistan to hand the latter the advantage in the Open section, Tania sizzles to help India A regain the lead in the women's section.
Clemson confident in rebound season after finishing with lowest ranking since 2014
Clemson lost three games and finished with its lowest ranking since 2014. But there's optimism even after an offseason of significant changes.
Commonwealth Games 2022: Happy ending as shuttlers put up golden service
Sindhu, Lakshya and doubles pair of Satwiksairaj & Chirag win on final day to help shuttlers finish on top in Birmingham.
India 1 women closer to gold; Uzbek battles to hold India 2 in Open
Praggnanadhaa to the fore again and provides the lead, but Gukeshs first loss dents the teams medal prospects
Badminton in Commonwealth Games 2022: Of Sindhu's greatness and Lakshya evolution
It's the quadrennial extravaganza in Paris, two years from now, where the duo would like to have 'an evening'to remember.
'We lacked energy and application required to beat Australia': Graham Reid
In one of its worst performances in recent times, India suffered an embarrassing 0-7 drubbing at the hands of the defending champions to settle for a silver medal.
Gold medal-winning lifting Jeremy gets hero's welcome
Addressing a brief welcome home ceremony at the airport, Royte said Jeremy's success has brought laurel to not only India but also to Mizoram.
Three attempts and 13 years on, Sindhu tastes CWG gold
Sindhu had won a gold in the mixed team event at the CWG in 2018, but a medal in singles has eluded her since her Games debut.
We lacked energy, application in final, says coach
There was no let up as the Aussies kept pressing hard from the start, while India hardly enjoyed possession, which was further compounded by an injury to skipper Manpreet Singh.
CWG: Shuttlers, paddlers end on high, India finish 4th
India thus finished a fantastic badminton campaign with three gold, one silver and two bronze.
'These guys are magicians': Meet the brothers behind the corn at the 'Field of Dreams' site
Andy and Adam Rahe are among the most important people working at the 'Field of Dreams' movie site. They tend America's most famous cornfield.
Texas at No. 1? It's not the only crazy vote in this year's preseason college football poll
The preseason USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll was full of anomalies. The biggest was Texas being No. 1 but there were many others to include.
Field of Dreams game throwback uniforms unveiled for Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds
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Top 25 coaches poll: A closer look at every team in college football's preseason ranking
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Alabama in familiar spot. Crimson Tide are No. 1 in preseason USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll
The preseason USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches poll is out and the team that finished last season as national champions isn't at the top.
Lewis Hamilton Thinking About Extending Career Beyond Current Contract
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Chess Olympiad: India 'A' crush Kazakhstan
In the Open section, the India 'B' team, which has been in sparkling form, had to settle for a 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan as the in-form D Gukesh lost to Nodirbek Abdusattorov, the reigning world rapid chess champion.
India finish fourth, win 4 gold medals on final day of CWG 2022
College football's Top 25: The 2022 preseason USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll
The 2022 preseason USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll features familiar names up top and some surprise omissions. See if your team made the Top 25.
CWG Hockey: India thumped by Aus in final, bag silver
Australia scored the first goal of the game in the first quarter, having started the final on a dominating note.
NHL offseason tracker: Bruins' Patrice Bergeron returns for 19th season and other moves
The first days of free agency were busy. Follow along for news and analysis of all the trades and signings for the rest of the offseason.
Red Sox announcer and Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley to retire from NESN after the 2022 season
After 20 years as a Red Sox broadcaster, Eckersley says he is retiring to spend more time with his family.
CWG: India settle for silver in men's hockey, lose 0-7 to Australia in final
Indians struggled to get their act right in the summit showdown, which turned out to be completely lopsided.
Aaron Rodgers goes deeper on ayahuasca retreat, family feud with NBC's Peter King
Aaron Rodgers credits ayahuasca with helping him be ack in love with football, but says relationship with estranged family still work in progress.
CWG: Sharath Kamal wins singles TT gold
With Monday's sensational gold, Sharath has taken his overall medal tally to 13 at the CWG, since making his Games debut in 2006.
CWG Badminton: Chirag-Satwik win men's doubles gold
The Indian duo won 21-15, 21-13.
CWG: Sharath Kamal wins gold in men's singles table tennis
The 40-year-old Sharath had earlier won gold in men's singles at the Melbourne Games in 2006 and also bagged a bronze at the 2010 showpiece in New Delhi.
CWG: Shuttlers Chirag-Satwik pair capture gold in men's doubles
The Satwik-Chirag pair followed double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu and All England runners-up Lakshya Sen, who also won yellow metals on the day.
Commonwealth Games: Sharath Kamal wins gold medal in Table Tennis
Indias star paddler Sharath Kamal Achanta clinched another gold medal for the day at the Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham on Monday. He thrashed Englands Liam Pitchford in the final match by 4-1 in the men's...
CWG: G Sathiyan wins bronze in table tennis men's singles
The bronze was Sathiyan's sixth overall medal at the Commonwealth Games since Gold Coast 2018 and back-to-back medals in as many days.
Zareen, Kamal India's flagbearers for CWG closing
Star paddler Achanta Sharath Kamal and World champion boxer Nikhat Zareen have been named India's flagbearers for the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Monday.
Browns, RB Kareem Hunt need each other, but team should trade him if situation turns ugly| Opinion
The Browns needed Kareem Hunt's energy, dynamic receiving skills during his nine games missed in 2021, but they've lined up replacements for two years
CWG: Shuttler Lakshya Sen captures20th gold for Indiain men's singles
Sen fought brilliantly on his way to victory. He won the match by 19-21, 21-19 and 21-16. He took on the Malaysian challenge head-on and toiled his way towards the ultimate prize.
PM, President hail 'champion of champions' Sindhu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded P V Sindhu as 'champion of champions' after she won the gold medal in the women's badminton singles at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Monday.
Good Vibez: Broncos RB Melvin Gordon, friends try to change how people who 'look like us' see golf
Broncos running back Melvin Gordon is hoping that his Vibez Golf Club will help create a more diverse and inclusive golf community.
MLB power rankings: Mets bash Braves in NL East showdown while Yankees slump
New York didn't make a splash at the trade deadline, but welcomed Jacob deGrom back this week and won a crucial series vs. Atlanta.
CWG 2022: PV Sindhu wins maiden gold with win over Canada's Michelle Li
India's sporting icon PV Sindhu added a Commonwealth Singles gold to her wide array of medals with a convincing straight-game win over Canada's Michelle Li in the final here on Monday. The world number seven from...
CWG: PV Sindhu lights up final day with gold in badminton singles
Sindhu, who was unsuccessful in the previous two attempts, settling for silver at the 2018 Commonwealth Gamesand bronze at the 2014 games finally broke the jinx with a commanding performance.
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Sindhu whips Li to win CWG women's singles gold
Pusarla V Sindhu proved too good for Canada's Michelle Li in the women's singles badminton final to win her maiden Commonwealth Games gold medal, in Birmingham, on Monday.