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By Homero De la Fuente, CNN (CNN) — Japanese two-way star Shohei Ohtani and Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. were unanimously named the Most Valuable Players by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America Thursday night, after both earned all 30 first-place votes for their respective leagues. Ohtani becomes the first player ever to be

By David Close, CNN (CNN) — Major League Baseball owners unanimously voted Thursday to approve the relocation of the Oakland Athletics out of the Bay Area to Las Vegas. The franchise is set to start playing baseball in Nevada in 2028 in a new stadium on the Las Vegas Strip at Las Vegas Boulevard and

By Sammy Mncwabe, CNN (CNN) — Tiger Woods’ ex-girlfriend Erica Herman has dropped her appeal to nullify a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) and also denied sexual harassment allegations against the golfer. In a lawsuit submitted in May, Woods was accused of pursuing a sexual relationship with Herman while she worked for him at his South Florida

By George Ramsay, CNN (CNN) — Many are familiar with former NFL lineman Michael Oher’s story as told in the acclaimed book and blockbuster film, “The Blind Side.” The CNN FlashDoc, “Blindsided,” exposes the truth behind the Hollywood spin on Oher’s story and premieres this Thursday, November 16 on Max. A new CNN documentary releasing on Thursday sheds light on the strained, complex

By George Ramsay, CNN (CNN) — As Las Vegas gears up to stage its first Formula One Grand Prix in more than 40 years, three-time world champion Max Verstappen appears unenthused by the prospect of racing in the glitzy host city. Kylie Minogue, Journey and John Legend were among those who performed at the event’s

By Ben Morse, CNN (CNN) — In Canton, Ohio, between the busts of the legendary figures of the sport – from Super Bowl winning quarterbacks to era-defining coaches – stands a blue and gold jersey with the No. 17 on the back. The name on the back might be unfamiliar to many, but even after

By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says her team was “robbed” of a win after controversial refereeing decisions overshadowed her side’s entertaining 2-2 draw against Real Madrid in the Women’s Champions League group stage on Wednesday. Two key decisions went against Chelsea in the second half. Firstly, a questionable penalty was

By Matias Grez, CNN (CNN) — Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has been suspended for five games for “forcibly grabbing” Ruby Gobert around the neck during Tuesday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the NBA announced. The altercation broke out inside the opening two minutes of the match when Warriors guard Klay Thompson and Minnesota

By George Ramsay, CNN (CNN) — An ultramarathon runner has been banned for 12 months after using a car during part of a 50-mile race, UK Athletics (UKA) announced. Joasia Zakrzewski was competing in the GB Ultras Manchester to Liverpool race in northwest England on April 7 when she accepted a ride in a friend’s

By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is to undergo season-ending surgery on his shoulder, according to a team statement Wednesday. The Browns announced that the 28-year-old suffered a “displaced fracture” in his right shoulder following Sunday’s win over their division rivals, the Baltimore Ravens, and is now set for “immediate

By Sammy Mncwabe, CNN (CNN) — Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy has resigned from his role as a player director on the PGA Tour policy board, the organization announced in a statement on Tuesday. “Citing personal and professional commitments, Rory McIlroy has notified the PGA Tour policy board that he is resigning his position as a

By Matias Grez, CNN (CNN) — Manchester City posted a Premier League record of £712.8 million ($888 million) in revenue for the 2022-23 season following the club’s historic Treble-winning success. That figure surpasses the previous record of £648.4 million ($808 million) posted by Manchester United last month, while City also nearly doubled its profits from

By Jack Bantock, CNN (CNN) — Ferrari Formula One driver Carlos Sainz got his hands on the inaugural “Netflix Cup”, only to stare in horror as it tumbled out of them. The Spaniard had partnered with two-time PGA Championship winner Justin Thomas to triumph in the streaming service’s first ever live sporting event at Wynn

By Sam Joseph, CNN (CNN) — Barcelona Femení kicked off its defense of its Women’s Champions League crown in style, defeating Benfica 5-0 at the Johan Cruyff Stadium. A brace apiece from captain Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmatí, along with a spectacular overhead kick by substitute Asisat Oshoala, gave the Blaugrana a convincing victory against

By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — Jannik Sinner brought Novak Djokovic’s 19-match unbeaten run to an end on Tuesday, defeating the world No. 1 at the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy. Sinner, 22, was cheered on by a partisan home crowd as he won the group match 7-5 6-7 (5-7) 7-6 (7-2) – his first

By Matias Grez, CNN (CNN) — Three players were ejected on a tense night of action after a fight broke out inside the opening two minutes of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 104-101 In-Season Tournament victory over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday. Warriors guard Klay Thompson and Minnesota forward Jaden McDaniels got into a scuffle first,

By Kevin Dotson and Aya Elamroussi, CNN (CNN) — San Diego Padres owner and chairman Peter Seidler died Tuesday, the team said. He was 63. The team did not say how Seidler died. He was a two-time cancer survivor who previously battled Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, according to the Padres. “The Padres organization mourns the passing of

By Wayne Sterling and David Close, CNN (CNN) — Chelsea FC women’s manager Emma Hayes has been named head coach of the US Women’s National Team, the US Soccer Federation announced on Tuesday. Hayes has been a huge success while leading the Blues for the past 11 seasons. She was named 2021’s Best FIFA Women’s

By George Ramsay, CNN (CNN) — A man has been released on bail following his arrest on suspicion of manslaughter in connection with the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson, South Yorkshire Police said in a statement on Wednesday. Johnson died after sustaining a cut to the neck in a collision with another player

By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — The Denver Broncos earned a dramatic 24-22 victory over the error-prone Buffalo Bills on Monday, after Wil Lutz converted a last-minute, retaken field goal. With seconds on the clock, the kicker’s first attempt from 41 yards had drifted wide of the mark, but he was offered a reprieve after