Co-hosts Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout rounds of the World Cup with a 1-0 win over South Korea at a delirious Guadalaja…
Canada obliterates Qatar 6-0 at World Cup
Jonathan David scored a hat-trick as Canada destroyed Qatar 6-0 to record the nation’s long-awaited first win at the tournament Thursday.
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Jason Day suffers back injury, withdraws from U.S. Open
Jason Day withdrew from Thursday’s opening round of the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club with a back injury.
The two-time U….
Braves acquire Joey Bart from Pirates for Hunter Stratton
The Atlanta Braves acquired catcher Joey Bart from the Pittsburgh Pirates for right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton on Thursday night.
Atl…
MLB eliminating clock for Home Run Derby
Baseball’s Home Run Derby is eliminating the clock.
Each hitter will have 20 swings in the first round of this year’s contest at Philadel…
FIFA World Cup Tiebreakers Explained: What Happens if the Top Two Teams Are Tied on Points?
The FIFA World Cup group stage is often decided by the slimmest of margins. While teams earn three points for a win and one for a draw, it’s not uncommon for the top two teams in a group to finish with the same number of points. So, what happens if the top two teams are…
Angels’ Mike Trout heading to IL amid bounce-back season
The Los Angeles Angels are placing superstar outfielder Mike Trout on the 10-day injured list with a hamstring injury, sources told The Athl…
NHL clears Mike Babcock for return to coaching
The NHL has determined that Mike Babcock is clear to coach again, the league announced Thursday, opening the path for the Edmonton Oilers to…
Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria receive lengthy medical suspensions after UFC 250
Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria received 180-day medical suspensions after their UFC Freedom 250 fight. Gaethje’s suspension can be sh…
How Long Are Hydration Breaks in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has introduced one of the tournament’s most significant player welfare changes: mandatory hydration breaks in every match. As the competition expands to 48 teams and is played across the United States, Canada, and Mexico during the summer, FIFA has made hydration a priority to help players cope with warm weather…