July 31, 2018
Tiger Woods likely playing in first three FedEx Cup events
Tiger Wood's golf schedule promises to be busy over the coming weeks, as he has committed to play the first two FedEx Cup playoff events and is virtually assured of qualifying for the third. The PGA Tour announced Tuesday that Woods has entered the…
July 31, 2018
LeBron James opens school for underprivileged children
NBA superstar LeBron James has proved he's a role model both on and off the basketball court by opening a school for underprivileged children. The I Promise School will house 240 at-risk third and fourth-grade students in James' hometown Akron,…
July 30, 2018
Vibeke Skofterud: Former Olympic champion dies in jet-skiing accident
Olympic cross-country skiing gold medallist Vibeke Skofterud has died in a jet-skiing accident at the age of 38. The Norwegian won 4x5km relay gold at the Vancouver Winter Olympics in 2010 and was also a two-time world champion in the discipline.…
July 30, 2018
Tour de France 2018: Geraint Thomas wins to make sporting history
Sporting history was made on the Champs-Elysees Sunday as Geraint Thomas became the first Welshman to win cycling's Tour de France. Arm-in-arm with 2017 champion and Team Sky teammate Chris Froome, the 32-year-old Thomas crossed the finishing line…
July 26, 2018
UFC star Conor McGregor avoids jail with guilty plea
UFC fighter Conor McGregor has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct in a deal with prosecutors to avoid jail time. McGregor had faced multiple criminal charges stemming from an altercation in April with other fighters. As part of his deal he is…
July 25, 2018
Serena Williams says she is being ‘discriminated’ against over doping tests
Serena Williams says she is a victim of "discrimination" as she is the most drug tested American tennis player.The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion made the claim in a tweet on Tuesday, after doping officials visited her. The American had…
July 25, 2018
Stephen Curry, Andre Iguodala invest in Team SoloMid’s parent company
Golden States Warriors stars Stephen Curry and Andre Iguodala invested in multigame esports organization Swift, the parent company of Team SoloMid and its affiliated businesses, the organization and players announced on Tuesday. Curry and Iguodala…
July 24, 2018
Tour de France temporarily halted by protesters; riders inadvertently tear-gassed
The Tour de France -- cycling's most prestigious race -- was temporarily halted today after tear gas, used to disperse protesters by police, inadvertently got into the eyes of some riders. Protesting farmers had blocked the road with hay bales,…
July 24, 2018
Formula One shelves plans to launch Miami Grand Prix in 2019
Formula One has hit the brakes on a proposed 2019 race in Miami, shelving plans until at least 2020. After Miami city authorities delayed a crucial vote -- initially set for July 26 -- until September, F1 has decided to put the race on hold rather…
July 23, 2018
Bahamian Miller-Uibo breaks record in Monaco Friday
Shaunae Miller-Uibo ran a world-leading time of 48.97 seconds to win the 400 meters (m) at the IAAF Diamond League in Monaco today. Miller-Uibo, the first Bahamian woman to run under 49 seconds, lowered the national record of 49.07s set by Tonique…