45-year-old Rich Hill, baseball's oldest active player, made a rusty return to the majors for the Kansas City Royals, losing his start against the Cubs 6-0. Hill pitched five innings, giving up three runs and six hits, while his team committed defensive errors that contributed to two unearned runs....
At the DC Open, 45-year-old Venus Williams defeated 23-year-old Peyton Stearns 6-3, 6-4, marking her return to singles competition after a year-long layoff due to surgery. This victory makes Williams the second-oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match, behind only Martina Navratilova. Despite facing moments of uncertainty...
England's Lionesses edged out Italy 2-1 in a dramatic Euro 2025 semi-final. Italy took an early lead, but late goals from substitutes Michelle Agyemang and Chloe Kelly, including a rebound after a penalty miss, secured England's place in the final. Agyemang's impact off the bench was crucial, scoring...
England secured a controversial spot in the 2025 Women's Euro final after a dramatic semifinal win against Italy. A last-minute equalizer by Michelle Agyemang forced extra time, followed by a debatable penalty awarded to England, leading to Chloe Kelly's winning goal. England will now face either Germany or...
Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons' potential departure from training camp highlights NFL rules. A player leaving camp for over five days risks being placed on the retired reserve list, forfeiting the entire season's salary and future playing time. Conversely, a player not reporting to camp has more leverage, with...
The US Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) has banned transgender women from competing in women's sports, citing President Trump's executive order. This decision, announced quietly online and confirmed in a letter to national governing bodies, requires them to comply. The USOPC stated it's obligated to adhere to federal...
Tyrann Mathieu, a three-time All-Pro safety, has announced his retirement from the NFL after 12 seasons. The 33-year-old, known as "Honey Badger," played for several teams, including the Saints, Chiefs, and Cardinals, winning a Super Bowl with Kansas City. His retirement comes as a surprise, shortly before...
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti defended his proposed 16-team College Football Playoff format, advocating for automatic berths based on conference standings. This contrasts with the ACC and Big 12's preferred 5+11 model. Petitti's plan includes conference play-in games, ensuring more regular season relevance. The SEC, initially supportive,...
Cowboys defensive end Micah Parsons reported to training camp but participated minimally due to back tightness from heavy squats. While he insists he's not holding out for a contract extension, he acknowledges his agent hasn't received a call from the Cowboys regarding a new deal. Parsons emphasizes his...
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin, entering the final year of his contract, is reportedly considering all options, including a trade request, holdout, or hold-in, despite denying trade demands. McLaurin seeks a contract exceeding $30 million annually, placing him among the league's highest-paid receivers. While most believe a deal...
