Declan Rice produced a heroic performance to fire Arsenal to a win against Real Madrid.
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Declan Rice makes Champions League history with two special free kicks as Arsenal beats Real Madrid in quarterfinal first leg
Villanova forward Kris Jenkins celebrates after the NCAA championship game in 2016.
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Kris Jenkins, the Villanova hero in 2016 national title game, sues NCAA for money he could have made
Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone in the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, April 1, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Denver Nuggets fire head coach Michael Malone in final week of regular season
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - APRIL 06: Jarren Duran #16 of the Boston Red Sox walks up to bat during the first inning of game two of a doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals on April 6, 2025 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images)
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Boston Red Rox star Jarren Duran says he attempted suicide while struggling with his mental health
Meredith Gaudreau, the widow of the late NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, shares photos of her newborn son who was born on April 1, 2025. Gaudreau first publicly revealed her pregnancy at her husband's funeral.
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Meredith Gaudreau, widow of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, announces birth of third child, seven months after husband’s death
Soccer Football - Champions League - Atletico Madrid v RB Leipzig - Civitas Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain - September 19, 2024 Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann reacts.
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Why French soccer star Antoine Griezmann is always celebrating a hat-trick on April 8
SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE - MARCH 22: Robert MacIntyre of Scotland tees off on the 11th hole on day three of the Porsche Singapore Classic 2025 at Laguna National Golf Resort Club on March 22, 2025 in Singapore, Singapore. (Photo by Pakawich Damrongkiattisak/Getty Images)
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He wants the story to be that he’s the champion, but golfer Robert MacIntyre doesn’t want to be ‘the story’
Florida wins the men’s basketball national championship in a nail-biter over Houston
Dodgers cap off 2024 World Series win with White House visit
This American golfer won $1.5 million in a tournament. Here’s why he couldn’t cash the check
Rugby game delayed after parachutist dangles from the stadium roof prior to kickoff
Duke men’s basketball player Khaman Maluach could be impacted by State Department ruling on South Sudan passport holders
‘Torpedo’ bats ‘absolutely good for baseball,’ says MLB commissioner Robert Manfred
Gallery In pictures: Florida wins a thriller to claim third national title
Alysa Liu is back in love with a sport she once grew to hate
US Grant Fisher (L) competes and wins the 3000m men event and breaking the World Record (us cole hocker finishes second) at the 117th Millrose Games at « The Armory » track and field center in New York City on February 8, 2025.
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US distance running is ‘at an all-time high,’ and Grant Fisher, who broke two world records in six days, leads the charge
The American athlete Michael Johnson during the presentation of the 12th Inclusive Sports Week of the Sanitas Foundation at the Vallehermoso stadium in Madrid, October 25, 2023, Spain (Photo by Oscar Gonzalez/Sipa USA)
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With some athletes ‘suffering financially,’ Michael Johnson hopes his new league can bring value to track and field

More than a game

Austin Wells hits a home run with his torpedo bat in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)
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What are the ‘torpedo’ bats in MLB that have everyone talking?
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This man salvages 70,000 golf balls from an infamous golf water hazard to earn a lucrative living
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Psychologist explains how sports could have helped, instead of hurt, ‘Adolescence’ character Jamie Miller
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - NOVEMBER 07: Gabriela Dabrowski of Canada hits pink signed tennis balls for breast cancer awareness into the crowd with Erin Routliffe of New Zealand i(out of pic) after their victory against Caroline Dolehide of the United States and Desirae Krawczyk of the United States in their round robin doubles match during Day 6 of the 2024 WTA Finals Riyadh as part of the Hologic WTA Tour at King Saud University Indoor Arena on November 07, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
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After her breast cancer diagnosis, Gaby Dabrowski found unexpected ‘joy’ – and success – on the tennis court

In the spotlight

The Olympic rings are seen outside the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) at the opening day of a executive board meeting in Lausanne on March 19, 2024. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP)
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From geopolitical Jenga to gender politics: The challenges facing the next IOC President
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 11: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers at bat against the Texas Rangers in the first inning at Dodger Stadium on June 11, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
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From Oh to Ohtani: How Japan developed a generation of baseball superstars (again)
CNN's Amanda Davies sits down with Thomas Bach for the IOC president's exit interview.
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CNN Exclusive Outgoing IOC President Thomas Bach on Trump, trans athletes, Putin and the role of the Olympics in a divided world
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After breaking both legs and shattering his ‘invincibility complex’ in a crash, freeskier Kai Jones returned to ‘ground zero’

Video

Gold medalist Alysa Liu looks at her medal after winning the Women's world championship during the 2025 ISU World Figure Skating Championships at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, on March 28, 2025.
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<p>Jamie Miller is extremely troubled. He might only be a 13-year-old character in a fictional television show called “Adolescence,” but his story has prompted widespread consternation about the plight of disaffected men who feel dangerously isolated and alone. Even if you haven’t seen the four-part British drama series, which has rapidly become the top streaming Netflix show in 75 countries, you will likely know that his character is drawn into a world of misogyny and hyper-masculinity, radicalized online and arrested for killing a female school mate. CNN's Don Riddell speaks to psychologist John Amaechi who explains how sports could have helped, instead of hurt Jamie Miller.</p>
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<p>Grand Slam Track league, founded by 4-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson, is set to launch in Kingston, Jamaica, on April 4-6. The new league, which will feature 4 "Slams" in 4 cities, aims to transform how the sport operates by putting athletes and rivalries front and center.</p>
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<p>Katherine Legge accomplished something no woman has done in seven years: compete in the NASCAR Cup Series. She speaks with CNN's Don Riddell about her racing career and what it's like to be a role model for the younger generation. </p>
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PARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 02: Gabriela Dabrowski of Team Canada plays a forehand as she plays with Felix Auger-Aliassime of Team Canada during the Tennis Mixed Doubles Bronze Medal match against Demi Schuurs and Wesley Koolhof of Team Netherlands on day seven of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Roland Garros on August 02, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
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<p>WNBA superstar with the Minnesota Lynx, and 2x Olympic gold medalist, Napheesa Collier joins World Sport's Coy Wire to discuss her new venture as a co-founder of the new 3-on-3 league Unrivaled.</p>
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LOS ANGELES - DECEMBER 15: Dikembe Mutombo #55 of the Houston Rockets gestures during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on December 15, 2006 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 112-101. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images)
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Celebrating Dikembe Mutombo: NBA icon and humanitarian hero 3:58
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The most unusual job in sports? This scuba diver turns lost golf balls into lucrative business 1:39
<p>Golfer Gary Woodland won his first major title at the US Open in 2019, but a serious health issue in the years that followed made his life "hell" -- on and off the course. </p>
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241201 Patrick Berg, Sondre Brunstad Fet, Fredrik Sjøvold, Jostein Gundersen, Philip Zinckernagel, Nikita Haikin, August Mikkelsen, Jens Petter Hauge, Ulrik Saltnes, Kasper Høgh, Håkon Evjen and Sondre Auklend of Bodø/Glimt celebrates with the trophy after the Eliteserien match between Bodø/Glimt and Lillestrøm on December 1, 2024 in Bodø. Photo: Marius Simensen / BILDBYRÅN / COP 238 / MM0036 bbeng bodø/glimt eliteserien football fotball fotboll jubel lillestrøm soccer (Photo by MARIUS SIMENSEN/Bildbyran/Sipa USA)(Sipa via AP Images)
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The remarkable rise of Bodø/Glimt 4:01

NFL

Jason and Kylie Kelce welcomed their fourth daughter on Sunday.
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‘Whoop, there she is!’: Jason and Kylie Kelce announce birth of fourth daughter
The "tush push" has become an almost unstoppable play for the Philadelphia Eagles over recent seasons.
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NFL announces changes to kickoffs, overtime, how the ball is spotted and instant replay but owners table ‘tush push’ ban
Deshaun Watson was traded to the Cleveland Browns in 2022 but has struggled since.
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Cleveland Browns co-owner Jimmy Haslam calls controversial acquisition of Deshaun Watson a ‘big swing and miss’
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 26: Richard Sherman looks on from the set of the TNF on Prime pregame show prior to the game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on December 26, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)
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Retired NFL star Richard Sherman says his house was robbed by armed intruders

Basketball

Alex Ovechkin warms up prior to Sunday's game against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York.
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Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky’s NHL all-time career goals record
TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 06: Head coach Geno Auriemma of the UConn Huskies raises the trophy after beating the South Carolina Gamecocks 82-59 to win the National Championship of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Amalie Arena on April 06, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
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UConn dominates South Carolina to capture women’s record 12th NCAA Tournament title
The Detroit Pistons have reached the playoffs just one season after recording a dismal 14 wins.
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One year ago the Detroit Pistons were the NBA’s worst team. Now they’re in the playoffs.
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - APRIL 03: Chattanooga Mocs players celebrate the team's victory after the championship game against the UC Irvine Anteaters in the 2025 Men's National Invitation Tournament at Hinkle Fieldhouse on April 3, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Doug McSchooler/NCAA Photos via Getty Images)
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Chattanooga becomes first Southern Conference team to win NIT championship after overtime thriller

More US Sport

Ilona Maher of Team United States celebrates following victory during the Women's Rugby Sevens Bronze medal match between Team United States and Team Australia on day four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 30, 2024 in Paris.
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Ilona Maher is ‘nothing but good’ for rugby, says New Zealand star Ruby Tui
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Carbon monoxide poisoning was cause of Miller Gardner’s death, toxicology report confirms
Shohei Ohtani celebrates after blasting a solo walk-off home run to give the Los Angeles Dodgers a 6-5 win over the Atlanta Braves.
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Shohei Ohtani’s walk-off home run gives Dodgers historic win on his bobblehead night
Alex Ovechkin #8 of the Washington Capitals celebrates his goal against Samuel Ersson #33 of the Philadelphia Flyers at 18:08 of the first period at the Wells Fargo Center on April 16, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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A leap year ploy could have altered hockey history as Alex Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky’s ‘unreachable’ goal record

Golf

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 30: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland hits his tee shot on the fourth hole during the final round of the Texas Children's Houston Open 2025 at Memorial Park Golf Course on March 30, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
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Rory McIlroy becomes second player to earn $100 million on PGA Tour
Min Woo Lee won the Houston Open, claiming his first PGA Tour title.
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Min Woo Lee wins Houston Open for first PGA Tour title, joins exclusive company with sister
Min Woo Lee is on the brink of winning his first PGA Tour title.
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Australian star Min Woo Lee on brink of first PGA Tour title after opening lead at Houston Open
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA - MARCH 25: Justin Thomas and Billy Horschel of Atlanta Drive GC celebrate after their TGL presented by SoFi match vicroty over the New York Golf Club at SoFi Center on March 25, 2025 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/TGL/TGL via Getty Images)
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Atlanta Drive claim inaugural TGL title with comeback win over New York Golf Club

Soccer

Trinity Rodman celebrates her goal with her teammates during the USA's 2-1 win against Brazil.
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Trinity Rodman proves star credentials on goalscoring return to US women’s team
FIFA President Gianni Infantino makes a speech during the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok on May 17, 2024. The 74th FIFA Congress is taking place in Bangkok with member associations voting on a range of issues including confirmation of the host nation or nations for the 2027 women's football World Cup. (Photo by Manan VATSYAYANA / AFP) (Photo by MANAN VATSYAYANA/AFP via Getty Images)
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FIFA’s Infantino points to US hosting 2031 Women’s World Cup and UK getting 2035 edition
The FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy is on display ahead of the draw ceremony for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Zürich, Switzerland.
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For Subscribers The world is coming to America for next summer’s World Cup. There are big concerns over whether the US is ready
NICE, FRANCE - JULY 28: Barbra Banda of Team Zambia #11 during the Women's group B match between Australia and Zambia during the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de Nice on July 28, 2024 in Nice, France. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)
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Zambia removes US-based players from women’s squad due to ‘additional travel measures’ under Trump administration

Tennis

INDIAN WELLS, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 11: Qinwen Zheng of China returns a shot to Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine during the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden on March 11, 2025 in Indian Wells, California. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
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World’s top tennis players reportedly request ‘substantial increase’ in grand slam prize money
Several players are saying they have lost trust in the anti-doping system.
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System needs to ‘reinvent itself’: Tennis has an anti-doping procedural problem, critics say
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - FEBRUARY 17: Daria Kasatkina looks on while playing against Sorana Cirstea of Romania in their first round match during day two of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, part of the Hologic WTA Tour at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium on February 17, 2025 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Christopher Pike/Getty Images)
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Russian-born tennis player Daria Kasatkina ‘didn’t have much choice’ over switching allegiances to Australia
Jakub Mensik, of Czech Republic, kisses the Butch Buchholz Championship Trophy after defeating Novak Djokovic, of Serbia, in the men's singles final match at the Miami Open tennis tournament, Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
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Unseeded teenager Jakub Menšík denies idol Novak Djokovic his 100th career title at Miami Open

Photo galleries

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - FEBRUARY 09: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after Philadelphia beat Kansas City 40-22 to win Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
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Gallery The best photos from the 2025 Super Bowl
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 26: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates after a first down late in the fourth quarter of the AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Aaron M. Sprecher/Getty Images)
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Gallery The best photos from the 2024 NFL season

Longform

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These athletes suffered life-changing injuries. Then, they turned to psychedelics
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A doping free-for-all Enhanced Games calls itself the answer to doping in sports. Opponents say it poses a danger to health
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These young female athletes died by suicide. They all had head injuries in common
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Saudi Arabia is trying to disrupt soccer’s world order. The reasons why might surprise you