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Knicks fans now dream a little bigger after a Finals nail-biter.
The red-hot Knicks are heading home, just two wins from an NBA championship. New York has waited generations for this moment.
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The World Cup expands, welcoming more teams and dazzling half-time shows.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off in less than a week! Get ready for the biggest, longest tournament in 96 years, featuring the world's top football talent.
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A 15-year-old batting phenom just earned his spot on India’s T20 squad.
IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, is set to become India's youngest player, eyeing a T20 squad spot. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav could be dropped.
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From a grueling bus journey to the world stage: Iraq's Lions roar at the World Cup.
Twenty hours on a bus, a charter plane, and 48 million people's hopes on one game. Iraq's journey to the 2026 World Cup was an epic saga, not for the faint-hearted.
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2 months ago
Did the Ivory Coast just preview a World Cup surprise for France?
Ivory Coast stunned France 2-1 in a World Cup warm-up, with Manchester United's Amad Diallo sealing the upset. France downplayed the defeat, calling it a useful reminder.
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Maja Chwalinska earns a shot at history in the French Open final.
Maja Chwalinska just made history! The Polish qualifier beat Diana Shnaider 7-6, 6-4 to reach the French Open final, becoming only the second qualifier in the Open Era to do so.
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2 months ago
Welcome back Serena: The Queen returns to the court.
Tennis legend Serena Williams, 44, is back! Nearly four years post-retirement, the mother of two will play in London's HSBC Championships this month.
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2 months ago
Wembanyama and Spurs secure their spot in the NBA Finals.
Underdogs no more! The San Antonio Spurs defied expectations, stunning the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder to punch their ticket to the NBA Finals.
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80 million euros just brought a childhood dream to life for one English winger.
Gordon scored 17 goals for Newcastle this season, with 10 in 12 Champions League games. Now, his dream move to Barcelona is real, and he's even speaking Spanish!
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2 months ago
San Antonio fans roar as Spurs force Game 7.
Spurs dominate OKC 118-91, forcing Game 7! Wembanyama's 28 points keep their NBA Finals hopes alive against the Knicks.
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The Pacific's solo row, once a male domain, now welcomes its youngest woman.
One week in, 31-year-old Kelsey Pfendler is rowing 2,400+ miles from California to Hawaii. She braves stormy seas and ocean life to become the youngest woman and first American woman to complete this unassisted feat.
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Serena Williams might just grace the tennis court again.
Serena Williams, mom of two and tennis phenom, famously "evolved away" from tennis after the 2022 US Open. Now, sources say she's ready to return, eyeing a wild card for the Queen's Club Championships.
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A 17-year-old tennis star just matched a Rafael Nadal record at the French Open.
French phenom Moise Kouame, youngest Grand Slam match winner since Nadal in 2003, just stunned Adolfo Vallejo in a tie-break thriller to reach the third round.
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2 months ago
Two new faces join South Africa's World Cup squad.
Uncapped defenders Olwethu Makhanya and Bradley Cross join South Africa's World Cup squad! Major trophy winners Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates dominate the roster.
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Morocco's World Cup dream team returns, led by Hakimi.
Coach Ouahbi tapped Europe's diaspora, with most of his 26 players born there. Nine from Morocco's 2022 World Cup squad, including PSG's Achraf Hakimi, return for 2026.
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2 months ago
Could the World Cup bring a team to your doorstep?
World Cup teams are coming to the U.S.! See which of the 39 squads will train closest to you.
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A 17-year-old just became the youngest Grand Slam match-winner in 17 years.
17-year-old Moise Kouame just made history! He became the youngest Grand Slam match winner ever, stunning former US Open champ Marin Cilic at the French Open.
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Adam Walton, a wildcard, triumphs over a former world number one at Roland Garros.
Roland Garros shocker! Former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev is out, stunned by Australian wildcard Adam Walton in a five-set thriller marked by wild momentum swings.
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New York basketball returns to the NBA Finals.
New York is headed to the finals! They'll face either the defending champion Thunder or Spurs. The Western Conference finals are tied 2-2, with Game 5 Tuesday.
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From island paradise to global pitch: Cape Verde's World Cup debut.
Cape Verde, famed for stunning beaches, is ready to make waves on football's grandest stage after numerous continental appearances.
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Rachel Entrekin conquers the Cocodona 250, the first woman to win overall.
250 miles through Arizona's scorching desert. The Cocodona 250 pushes runners to their limits, but the views are breathtaking. Rachel Entrekin conquered it twice, winning in 2024 and 2025.
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North Korea's women's team wins a major title on a rare visit to the South.
North Korea's Naegohyang Women’s FC made history, winning the Asian Women’s Champions League 1-0 against Tokyo Verdy Beleza. It was the first North Korean sports team to visit the South in eight years.
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Climber reaches Everest summit 20 times.
British climber Kenton Cool, 52, just made history. He's the first non-Nepali to summit Mount Everest 20 times, conquering the world's highest peak before dawn on Friday.
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Japan's World Cup journey: From first appearance to consistent contender.
Japan's been to 7 World Cups, reaching the Last 16 four times. Can Takefusa Kubo lead them past their best-ever finish? They're ranked 18th globally.
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Feel the Madison Square Garden roar: The Knicks are two wins from the Finals.
Knicks dominate the third quarter, taking a 2-0 lead over Cleveland! Josh Hart's playoff-high 26 points and Jalen Brunson's 19 points, 14 assists propel NY halfway to the NBA Finals.
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Aston Villa just clinched its first European trophy in 44 years.
Prince William, a devoted Aston Villa fan, celebrated their Europa League final shutout victory over SC Freiburg on May 20, 2026. It was the team's first European trophy since 1982!
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Azmoun backs Iran's World Cup squad.
Dropped from Iran's 2026 squad, striker Sardar Azmoun shared a heartfelt message of love for his country and wished his former teammates "success and pride" at the tournament.
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3 months ago
The surprising reason MLB fans are shedding their shirts.
Ballparks nationwide are seeing a new trend: young men ripping off shirts, twirling them overhead, and joining the party.
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3 months ago
Wembanyama explodes for 41; Spurs stun Thunder in double-overtime thriller
French phenom Victor Wembanyama outduels Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, leading San Antonio to a stunning 122-115 double-overtime road win against the defending NBA champions.
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Amina Orfi, 18, brings home squash's world championship title.
18-year-old Amina Orfi just made history! She defeated compatriot Nour El-Sherbini in a five-set thriller to win the PSA World Championship title in Giza.
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The back-flick that keeps Manchester City's treble hopes shining.
Antoine Semenyo's audacious back-flick sealed Manchester City's 1-0 FA Cup final win over Chelsea at Wembley, following their League Cup victory.
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Thousands cheer Team Melli's World Cup sendoff in Tehran.
Thousands cheered as Iran's World Cup kit debuted before their Turkiye training camp. A massive rally in Tehran sent Team Melli off to the US, despite travel concerns.
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3 months ago
The surprising ingredient behind Brazil's five World Cup wins.
Who lifted the first World Cup in 1930? As the 2026 tournament approaches, revisit every champion, from Uruguay's inaugural win to Argentina's 2022 triumph over France for their third title.
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The quiet strength that carried Lhakpa Sherpa up Everest ten times.
Lhakpa Sherpa isn't just a climber; she's summited Everest more than any other woman. Yet, her incredible record remains largely unknown outside mountaineering circles.
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Barcelona secures back-to-back titles.
Barcelona are La Liga champions! A dominant 2-0 El Clasico win over Real Madrid secured their 29th title, opening an unassailable 14-point lead with three games left.
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From injury struggles to victory lane: Martin reclaims his racing stride.
Jorge Martin, ex-MotoGP champ, just won the French Grand Prix from 7th! His first win in 588 days puts him a single point behind teammate Bezzecchi in the standings.
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From overlooked island to World Cup hopeful: Cape Verde's football dream flourishes.
Cape Verde, a small island nation off West Africa, is buzzing. World Cup qualification isn't just a dream on the pitch; it's transforming lives across the country.
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Footballers' union secures a new look at player safety in France.
French football players' union FIFPRO just scored a landmark legal win! A European rights body will investigate if France failed to protect pro footballers from health risks.
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How a single football win could rescue Zamalek's finances
Zamalek faces USM Alger in Algeria for the Confederation Cup final's first leg. A record $4M prize awaits the Egyptian club if they win the two-leg series.
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The World Cup's secret ingredient: 48 teams, three nations, and a fresh format.
The biggest FIFA World Cup ever kicks off in 2026! 48 nations will battle for the prize across 16 venues in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. during a 39-day tournament.
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