Think the U.S. isn't a favorite to lift the trophy on July 19? A look back through the tournament's history will make you think again.

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on the Big 12 Conference to suspend Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby.

United States legend Clint Dempsey had some choice words for former national team assistant Jesse Marsch, who suggested Thursday that some American players needed encouragement to sing the anthem ahead of games.

Two-way star Shohei Ohtani was not in the Dodgers' lineup for their series opener against the White Sox on Friday, one day after he was removed from a game in Pittsburgh because of left knee inflammation.

Spurs coach Mitch Johnson emphasized his belief in De'Aaron Fox on the heels of his rough showing in Game 4.

Ghana's Thomas Partey will miss their opening match of the 2026 World Cup against Panama after being denied entry to Canada.

One year after announcing his abrupt retirement on social media, former Lions center Frank Ragnow broke his silence on the process and the failed physical that prevented his in-season return.

A federal judge ruled Friday to allow the White House to stage a UFC event Sunday in an elaborate ring already built on the South Lawn.

Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper was arrested Thursday after he allegedly violated a protection order against him, according to jail records.

Lifelong Knicks fan Ben Stiller has documented the team's playoff run with videos on his X account.

A number of teams and stars are still struggling two months into the season. Do their slow starts define who they are in 2026?

A number of clubs are rising -- and falling -- throughout the rest of our list.

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Our experts break down top storylines, players and predictions for this year's MCWS.

Let's rank the future major league stars to watch in Omaha.

Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst canvass the league on Game 4 aftermath, Giannis saga updates and more NBA intel.

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A historic top-2 swap, a calculated move for OKC and a Giannis blockbuster headline six offers that would rock draft night.

A variety of factors has resulted in the workhorse goaltender becoming an endangered species.

Eleven NFL stadiums are playing host to the World Cup this summer, but each have required substantial alterations to host the beautiful game.

The NFL draft is a long way off, but Matt Miller and Jordan Reid ranked the five best prospects at every position. How do the top QBs, OTs, CBs and more stack up?

The Chiefs tight end flew 1,100 miles to support his fiancée at her Songwriters Hall of Fame induction.

Aliyah Boston had 34 points and 12 rebounds and Caitlin Clark added 32 points and 10 assists to become the the first pair of teammates in WNBA history to have 30-point double-doubles in the same game.

You might hate the ruling in the Brendan Sorsby case, but Texas Tech is doing what any school would in this situation.

Before Sunday's fight card, here are the storylines, stats and fight picks for UFC at the White House.

After Roman "Chocolatito" Gonzalez and Juan Francisco Estrada, Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez is carrying the torch for the lower divisions.

Oshae Jones and Tiara Brown are looking to make a statement on Saturday night.

During Sunday's UFL playoffs semifinal, Mintze was asked about his "two-week sabbatical from his real job." Mintze's response? "Allegedly."

Week 2 of OTAs is underway with 17 teams, and ESPN's NFL Nation shares news and insights from every practice.

The Knicks' shocking comeback win over the Spurs in Game 4 has New York one win away from the NBA championship.

These schools are setting the pace as the recruiting race heats up.

Eric Moody breaks down the Jaguars' crowded receiver room and explains why Jakobi Meyers is his WR of choice.

Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.

Arsenal are reportedly interested in a move for AS Roma midfielder Manu Koné. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Felix Rosenqvist had never won on an oval. Taking the closest-ever Indianapolis 500 victory Sunday ensures that no one will forget his first.

Whether you needed a racer, a throwback to a simpler time, or even a role model, Kyle Busch was the man many in the NASCAR garage looked to.

Kimi Antonelli has been gifted a new towel by Kim Kardashian after the American reality star 'stole' his at the Monaco Grand Prix.

Toto Wolff confirmed Mercedes are weighing up legal options in the wake of the decision which saw Alpine's Pierre Gasly handed back his Monaco Grand Prix podium.

Lando Norris led the way in second practice for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix as George Russell got the better of title rival Kimi Antonelli.

Lewis Hamilton has joked that English football fans need to ease off on the popular Three Lions song until they've actually won the World Cup.

George Russell set the pace in first practice for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix as runaway championship leader Kimi Antonelli sat out the session.

Pierre Gasly has been re-awarded a podium finish for the Monaco Grand Prix after Alpine's appeal into his post-race penalty was successful.

George Russell has taken inspiration from documentaries on sporting greats Rafa Nadal and Ronaldinho to help not lose all hope about his crumbling Formula 1 title challenge.

The Indy 500 may be the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, but on Friday, Indianapolis will also host the Greatest Viral Sensation in Racing: the Wienie 500.

Kevin Harvick was voted to the NASCAR Hall of Fame on Tuesday, recognizing a career that started under a cloud but now shines in the broadcast booth.

Formula 1 heads to Spain for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix and Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli remains the driver to beat.

Red Bull has sought clarification from the governing FIA after its engine was marked to be the sport's benchmark, not Mercedes.

BARCELONA, Spain -- Max Verstappen said Formula 1's recent changes to its controversial new engine are a step in the right direction, but did not say whether it would be enough to convince him to stay in the sport beyond 2026.

Championship leader Kimi Antonelli says it is unfair to make comparisons between his career and that of three-time champion Ayrton Senna.

Lewis Hamilton said his back-to-back podiums with Ferrari are "just the beginning" after he praised his team for returning to the fold as "innovators" in Formula 1.

The penalties that stripped Pierre Gasly of a podium at the Monaco Grand Prix are now the subject of an official review after it emerged Formula 1 used an inaccurate pit lane distance to measure his speeding offences.

Pierre Gasly said being denied a dream Monaco Grand Prix podium was the hardest sporting moment of his Formula 1 career to date.

Christian Horner has suffered a dent in his Formula 1 comeback bid after the boss of the Renault Group which controls Alpine said there are currently "no discussions" with the former Red Bull team principal.

Formula One's rule makers have agreed to two stages of regulation changes over the next two seasons to address drivers' complaints about the power units introduced this year.

Lewis Hamilton has praised his partner Kim Kardashian for her "support" after she appeared in the Formula 1 paddock for the first time at the Monaco Grand Prix.

Both Ferrari and Mercedes look set for additional engine upgrades this season and next after Red Bull's engine was judged to be the best by the FIA.

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff made a last-minute decision to join race winner Kimi Antonelli on the Monaco Grand Prix podium, but admitted he stood there with "mixed feelings" following George Russell's disastrous race.

Lewis Hamilton said he "feels like I'm having to remind people who I am" after scoring his second podium in as many races at Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix.

A series of errors in Monaco has seemingly derailed Russell's season. He and Mercedes remain optimistic.