By ANDREW DAMPF AP Sports Writer MERIBEL, France (AP) — When Paula Moltzan finished second behind Mikaela Shiffrin for the U.S. ski team’s first 1-2 finish in a women’s World Cup slalom in more than half a century, it was easy to assume that her more successful teammate was her main inspiration. Actually, it’s another
Continue Reading PRAGUE, Czech Republic (AP) — Czech Republic midfielder Jakub Jankto posted a video on social media on Monday saying he is gay, making him one of the most high-profile male soccer players to come out. Jankto posted a video on Twitter saying: “I’m homosexual. And I no longer want to hide myself.” The 27-year-old Jankto
Continue Reading By Ben Morse, CNN Multiple players criticized the field at Super Bowl LVII after many found it difficult to keep their footing during the Kansas City Chiefs’ 38-35 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. TV cameras showed many players from both teams slipping throughout the game, including Eagles kick Jake Elliot, who avoided serious injury when
Continue Reading By CIARÁN FAHEY AP Sports Writer BERLIN (AP) — Even the players are having a hard time believing Union Berlin’s remarkable run this season. Midfielder Rani Khedira says it’s “a bit surreal.” Union was only promoted to the Bundesliga for the first time in 2019. It has already surpassed its pre-season target of 40 points
Continue Reading By Matias Grez, CNN Barcelona is now firmly on course to win its first major title since Lionel Messi’s departure, as Sunday’s 1-0 victory over Villarreal extended the team’s lead over eternal rival Real Madrid to 11 points at the top of La Liga. Pedri scored the game’s only goal in the 18th minute to
Continue Reading By George Ramsay, CNN Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said his team will turn the pain of defeat into “strength” after losing against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII. It was the smallest of margins that ultimately condemned the Eagles to the 38-35 loss at State Farm Stadium in Arizona — a
Continue Reading By George Ramsay, CNN Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said his team will turn the pain of defeat into “strength” after losing against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII. It was the smallest of margins that ultimately condemned the Eagles to the 38-35 loss at State Farm Stadium in Arizona — a
Continue Reading By Sammy Mngqosini, CNN English Premier League side Brentford is “disgusted and saddened” by “abusive racist messages” received by star player Ivan Toney following Saturday’s match against London rival Arsenal, according to a statement released by the club. Toney, who scored the controversial equalizer against Arsenal in the 1-1 league draw, “received a barrage of
Continue Reading By Jack Bantock, CNN Back-to-back titles, back on top of the golfing world — Scottie Scheffler had himself a great Super Bowl Sunday in Arizona. The American defended his Waste Management Phoenix Open crown at TPC Scottsdale to reclaim the world No. 1 spot from Rory McIlroy, who had wrestled the position away from him
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By ANDREW DAMPF AP Sports Writer COURCHEVEL, France (AP) — Overall World Cup winners Mikaela Shiffrin, Federica Brignone and Aleksander Aamodt Kilde are among nearly 200 athletes from multiple disciplines who have signed a letter addressed to the International Ski and Snowboard Federation demanding action over climate change. The letter was delivered during the skiing
Continue Reading By Ben Morse, CNN Sometimes, you need a little reminder of greatness. Sure, new players come along with their own skills and talents, but the established greats show you why they are not to be overlooked. Many have grown used to Patrick Mahomes‘ magic, but Sunday’s Super Bowl LVII victory was just a little reminder
Continue Reading By DANIELLA MATAR AP Sport Writer MILAN (AP) — AC Milan might be turning things around just in time for its Champions League meeting with Tottenham, which is also trying to shake off its poor domestic form. Milan heads into its first Champions League knockout match since 2014 on the back of a 1-0 win
Continue Reading By Aimee Lewis, CNN Wu Yibing made history Sunday, beating John Isner in a thrilling three-set final at the Dallas Open to become the first man from China to win an ATP title. Wu, 23, held off four match points before going on to secure a 6-7(4-7) 7-6(7-3) 7-6(14-12) win over American Isner, a man
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COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Across Columbia on Sunday, crowds gathered in local restaurants and bars to watch the matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs. With Super Bowl LVII underway, fans on each side repped their team colors. “Atmosphere is buzzing,” University of Missouri student and Chiefs fan Hovannes Jaghlasian said. “It’s fantastic. Got
Continue Reading By MARK ANDERSON AP Sports Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — Quarterback Derek Carr turned down a trade offer from the Las Vegas Raiders to the New Orleans Saints, a person with knowledge of the decision said Sunday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because they weren’t authorized to comment publicly. That person said Carr
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The criticism started before Super Bowl LVII had finished.
Continue Reading By MARK ANDERSON AP Sports Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — Patrick Mahomes rallied the Kansas City Chiefs to a Super Bowl victory and led a comeback for the sportsbooks. The 38-35 win over Philadelphia meant the books were winners on the betting line. That line generally favored the Eagles by 1 1/2 points and drew
Continue Reading By JOHN MARSHALL AP Sports Writer GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Kadarius Toney’s struggles with injuries and inconsistency prompted the New York Giants to give up on him midway through his second NFL season. The Kansas City Chiefs gave him a second chance and the talented receiver proved he’s no first-round bust. Toney made history and
Continue Reading By DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce capped what he called the best year of his life with a second Super Bowl title at the expense of his big brother. Jason Kelce was on the opposing sideline for the Philadelphia Eagles as Kansas City rallied for a
Continue Reading By DAVID BRANDT AP Sports Writer GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — A questionable late penalty on Philadelphia Eagles cornerback James Bradberry with less than two minutes remaining meant that a scintillating Super Bowl 57 had a bit of an underwhelming finish. Kansas City won its second Super Bowl in four years by beating the Eagles 38-35
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