Sports

By Sam Joseph, CNN (CNN) — In a clash between two AFC North titans, the Baltimore Ravens improved to 8-3 on the season as they took down the Cincinnati Bengals, 34-20, at M&T Bank Stadium on Thursday. It was not the primetime offensive classic that many had hoped for – there were nine punts as

By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — Luis Díaz scored two goals to help Colombia stun Brazil in a World Cup qualifier on Thursday, as his father watched on from the stands just a week after being released by kidnappers. Luis Manuel Díaz looked overcome with emotion as he witnessed his son net an impressive second-half

By Homero De la Fuente, CNN (CNN) — The first practice session of Formula One’s Las Vegas Grand Prix was canceled less than 10 minutes after starting on Thursday night due to a loose drain cover. Motorsport governing body FIA announced that a manhole cover failure was the reason for the stoppage, adding that it

By Thomas Schlachter, CNN (CNN) — Leading human rights organization Amnesty International claims that the legacy for migrant workers in Qatar following the 2022 World Cup is in “serious peril” as the one-year anniversary of the tournament nears. In a briefing titled “A Legacy in Jeopardy,” Amnesty International said that it “finds that just as

By Matias Grez, CNN (CNN) — Jannik Sinner became the first Italian in history to reach the semifinals of the ATP Finals after beating Holger Rune in three sets to maintain his perfect start to the tournament. Sinner, who was already guaranteed a place in the last four after wins over Novak Djokovic and Stefanos

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