Olympic organizers added a wrinkle to the torch-lighting ceremony, placing it in the hands of non-French sports stars.
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Gojira made an impression Olympics viewers won't soon forget at the Paris Games' opening ceremony.
Thousands of the world's finest athletes will descend onto Paris in a push for individual and national glory.
With artistic director Thomas Jolly reportedly gifted $150 million to orchestrate this year's opening ceremony, expect Friday's festival to go on for hours.
The Olympics promises to be a true spectacle over the course of a little more than two weeks.
After a sparkling Round 3 display saw him climb into the top two on the British Open leaderboard, Thriston Lawrence is aiming for his first major championship.
Billy Horschel raced to the top of the pack Saturday, ending Round 3 as clubhouse leader after a scorching showcase at Royal Troon.
Shane Lowry finds himself at the top of the pack through two days of golfing at Royal Troon.
Odell Beckham Jr. and Nike were cleared of all wrongdoing in their case against one another.
Lionel Messi saw his Copa America come to a premature end after suffering an ankle injury on international duty with Argentina, and now he will miss multiple Inter Miami matches.
Stephen Curry found his rhythm on Wednesday. That should be a scary sight for Team USA's Olympic opponents.
The 49ers could be set to lose one of their most valuable offensive players after star wideout Brandon Aiyuk formally requested a trade Tuesday.
Tiger Woods had things to say following calls from Scottish golfer Colin Montgomerie to call it quits.
The Americans walked out worthy victors in Abu Dhabi, outpacing Australia despite Jock Lansdale's best efforts.
The winner of the 2025 Home Run Derby will receive a diamond-encrusted chain in addition to the stainless steel trophy.
Argentina outlasted Colombia 1-0 in extra time via a late Lautaro Martinez winner.
Dozens of fans stormed into Hard Rock Stadium, prompting authorities to completely close one of the gates in an effort to get a handle of the situation.
The 2020 European Championships was marked, in large part, by chaos, as thousands of ticketless fans streamed into Wembley Stadium when England took on Italy.
Bronny James was hoping his second game as a professional would go better than his first.
Uruguay's Copa America semifinal clash with Colombia descended into madness at the blow of the final whistle. That could cost Darwin Nunez and other Uruguayan talents going forward.
Bronny James is hoping for a better performance this time around as the Lakers take on the Heat in their third Summer League game.
Klay Thompson will have to get used to new digs in Dallas - and a new jersey number.
The NFL is the gift that keeps on giving to wealthy owners, according to Spotico's Kurt Badenhausen.
Bronny James could receive a solid, if unspectacular, contract offer as a second-round selection in the 2024 NBA Draft.
Bryce James doesn't think he'll play with his father, LeBron, in the NBA. Here's what you need to know.
Jaylen Brown made sure two Celtics fans' efforts to recover the diamond-encrusted ring he lost at the recent championship celebration weren't in vain.
The Sporting News is tracking all the latest rumors and news on Bruce Brown Jr.
Jalen Brunson and Tyrese Haliburton's "feud" took WWE by storm during Friday Night SmackDown.
Dejounte Murray found his new home, joining the Pelicans after being dealt from Atlanta on Friday.
It might take longer than many expected it would at this time last year, but Bronny James finally appears on the cusp of finding an NBA home.
Bob Myers caused a stir with his comments during the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft.
Rob Dillingham saw his Spurs career end before it even started, with the Kentucky flamethrower being dealt to the Timberwolves for a future first-round pick and a first-round pick swap.
Mikal Bridges' arrival into the Big Apple came with much fanfare, but it could have dire implications on New York's salary cap.
The Sporting News gives you a full look at the international prospects who have earned the distinction of becoming the No. 1 pick.
The Sporting News walks you through the pronunciation guide for Risacher's name.
The NBA Draft will be a bit shorter this time around. Here’s why.
NBA Twitter was abuzz at the site of Mikal Bridges in Knicks orange-and-blue.
LeBron James offered his support for Kendrick Lamar in a very public way on Juneteenth. Has he renounced his Drake fandom?
Rory McIlroy was four holes from ending his major tournament winless streak. Then, disaster struck.
Despite being born just six years before his icon's death, Bryson DeChambeau and Payne Stewart are intertwined in the fabric of U.S. Open history. Here's why.
Bryson DeChambeau is a California boy, through and through. Here's what you need to know about his roots in the Golden State.
Jake Bates, the All-UFL kicker known for his booming field goals from distance, is expected to sign with Detroit in the coming few days, per reports.
The world's No. 1 golfer could find himself on the outside looking in of advancement to the final two rounds of the U.S. Open after struggling in Round 2.
Woods couldn't overcome a rough stretch as he fell victim to the wicked sorceress that is the cut line.
Some of the game's greats have captured the Finals MVP, while others haven't gotten anywhere close to its warm embrace. Here's why.
Tiger Woods is back for another major championship. This one might prove challenging as they come.
Scottie Scheffler is the world's best golfer. He's also among its most wealthy.
Jerry West showcased his big game chops during the 1969 NBA Finals, becoming the first — and to date, only — player in league history to take home Finals MVP in a losing performance.
As two of the Lakers greatest players, Jerry West and Kobe Bryant were always going to be linked with one another. The duo had no qualms with that, either.
Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll's divorce was called off as the couple is reconciling to keep their seven-year marriage together.
On two occasions, the Lakers have attempted to pip men's college basketball's top coaches. And on two occasions, they have failed.
Despite staring down the barrel of a 2-0 series deficit, Kyrie Irving believes the Mavericks will avoid a sweep and return to Boston for Game 5. He made sure Celtics fans knew it, too.
The Big Shamrock offered some sage advice to a fellow Celtics icon Sunday.
Doris Burke added another bit of glitter to her impressive career resume this NBA Finals, becoming the first woman to call championship finals game in one of the four major professional U.S. sports leagues.
Those who grace the clay surfaces of Roland Garros may do so for glory. They'll bag a decent chunk of change for their efforts, too.i
The NFL did not take long to deny the claim from Jacobs about whether the teams could wear green.
Kansas City's medical staff — and kicker Harrison Butker — helped BJ Thompson in a big way when the Chiefs DL collapsed during a special teams meeting.
The Chiefs were forced to cut practice short after backup defensive lineman BJ Thompson went into cardiac arrest during a special teams meeting on Thursday.
Dan Hurley could be on the move. He could receive quite the raise for it, too.
The Timberwolves find themselves embroiled in quite the ownership controversy, with neither current owner Glen Taylor nor prospective owners Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore willing to move an inch.
Novak Djokovic's withdrawal ahead of the French Open semifinals means a new man will climb to the top of the ATP rankings: 22-year old Jannik Sinner.
Edwards may have bit off more than he could chew when he directed some vitriol towards famed rapper Cam'ron.
Larry Allen, the Pro Football Hall of Famer who came to prominence shielding Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith from punishment as a member of the Cowboys, died on Sunday. He was 52 years old.
Some of baseball's greatest talents played in the Negro Leagues. Their contributions will be honored on Wednesday when their numbers are officially added to MLB's historical database.
Kyrie Irving has quietly put together a near-faultless record in closeout games. Here's how he did it.
The Sporting News details the rise of Drew Hanlen, one of basketball's most notable trainers.
Jaylen Brown and Bernice Burgos have long been linked with each other. Here's what we know about the alleged couple.
Spicy P has endured quite the journey to get from Douala, Cameroon to the NBA.
The Sporting News dives into the stories behind each of Celtics star Jayson Tatum's countless tattoos.
The Timberwolves are one of the NBA's most snakebitten outfits. However, they find themselves on the brink of basketball history in 2024.
Count ESPN stars Pat McAfee and Stephen A. Smith as two of "Inside the NBA's" most prominent supporters.
The Minnesota guard is measuring up to some basketball greats in his fourth NBA season.
LaMelo Ball is facing a lawsuit from a Charlotte family that claims the Hornets star drove over a child's foot and broke it during a team event.
Jayson Tatum is rumored to be romantically involved with one of music's biggest names, English R&B star Ella Mai.
With a marker sitting just below the charity stripe on both sides of the baskets, Denver pays tribute to the city it calls home.
Pierce made waves with a stomp heard around the world following New York's Game 7 loss vs. the Pacers.
Tom Brady and Drew Bledsoe are about as close as two men can be. It didn't always seem like that would be the case.
The league's biggest couple is expected to make a return in some capacity in 2024.
Here's what you need to know about the NFL's slate of international games in 2024.
Sage won the hearts of fans and judges alike at the Westminster Dog Show. For her efforts, she was rewarded with this year's Best in Show title.
Bronny James had quite the first day at the 2024 NBA Draft Combine.
The Cavaliers were greeted by a familiar face when they took on the Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Monday.
Goff and the Lions reaffirmed their commitment to each other with a four-year contract extension on Monday.
The Chiefs and the Ravens are set to kick off the NFL season in 2024.
The Sporting News tracked the 2024 NBA Draft lottery results, including the updated draft order and which team landed the No. 1 pick.
The Hawks have the chance to change their franchise fortunes with an effective selection in the 2024 NBA Draft.
The NBA's future will take center stage following the conclusion of the 2024 NBA Finals.
After seven years at Paris' Parc des Princes, Kylian Mbappe is opting to take his talents elsewhere for the 2024-25 season.
The Lakers have shown interest in using a second-round selection on Bronny James, The Athletic's Shams Charania reported Friday.
Jay Wright waxed lyrical about his former pupils on an episode of the "Beyond the Arc" podcast.
The Knicks have been able to win in spite of injury concerns throughout the postseason. But their woes in the infirmary have some wondering if that bubble will ever truly burst.
O'Neal is viewed as one of basketball's biggest stars, and that's attracted plenty of interest in his dating life.
Patrick Beverley shed some light on what prompted him to twice throw a ball into the stands during the Bucks' Game 6 loss to the Pacers in the first round.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander owns one of basketball's most straightforward nicknames. Broadcasters around the world can rejoice in such a fact.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake are beefing, and it's spilled over to the sports world.
Tom Brady took to the lectern during the final moments of Sunday’s roast in his honor. He left a legendary mark.
Lando Norris outgunned Max Verstappen to pick up his first Formula One win.
Tom Brady will be forced to face the music amid a slew of familiar faces at his celebrity roast in Los Angeles on Sunday.
When the Cavs needed him most, Donovan Mitchell responded with another legendary showcase, this time against the No. 5-seeded Magic.
The NFL Draft takes place in unfamiliar territory in 2024, with Detroit slated to host the festivities.
The star USC quarterback is projected to be the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, but some teams had concerns about his red flags.
The NFL tabbed Motown as the latest host of the annual player draft. Here's why.
Rory McIlroy fired back at City AM's report that he was on the cusp of joining LIV Golf on an $850 million deal.
International players can enter the WNBA earlier than their NCAA counterparts. Here's how.
The Nets finally have their man in 41-year old Jordi Fernandez, who is coaching the Canada men's national team to the 2024 Olympics.
With mere weeks left in the regular season, there's still plenty of uncertainty regarding the state of the NBA's playoff picture in 2024.
America battles the best of the rest in a contest for youth basketball superiority.
The Nuggets find themselves on the precipice of a No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.
The Heat are standing on the equator at present, uncertain of whether they'll earn automatic qualification into the playoffs or enter the Play-In tournament.
After years of waiting, Travis and Jason Kelce finally received their diplomas.
Tiger Woods spurned Nike for Sun Day Red at this year's Masters.
Former NFL-star-turned actor O.J. Simpson starred in more than 30 films and TV shows over the course of his life.
The Sporting News looks at the history of Masters Monday, one of the rarer events in golf history.
The 88th edition of the Masters Tournament will be the final for Verne Lundquist, the longtime voice of the PGA Tour major.
The Masters green jacket has had quite the journey to become golf's signature fashion accessory. Here's a breakdown of the fancy blazer's nearly 90-year history with Augusta National.
Jon Rahm opted to pay tribute to his Basque roots when curating the meal for the 2024 Masters Champions dinner.
The Sporting News fills you in with the latest on Anthony Davis' status ahead of Los Angeles' Tuesday night matchup with play-in rival Golden State.
Rashee Rice is suspected of being involved in a multi-car crash on a Dallas expressway. Here's what you need to know about his alleged involvement.
There's a new man slated to translate Shohei Ohtani's answers during press conferences. Here's what you need to know about him.
The Dodgers fired Shohei Ohtani's longtime translator amid allegations that he committed "massive theft" of Ohtani's funds to bet on sports.
A fractured hand threw a wrench in Russell Westbrook's season. Here's what you need to know about his injury.
Jalen Johnson offered up a dunk of the year candidate of his own against the Lakers on Monday night.
Anthony Edwards added another body to his hit list on Monday, eclipsing John Collins before slamming the ball through the hoop.
Justin Fields is gone with the wind, headed away from Chicago after a trade. Here's why it happened.
The Chargers parted ways with one of their all-time greats on Thursday, agreeing to send Keenan Allen to the Windy City in exchange for a fourth-round pick.
Dallas police are investigating claims of a 2017 sexual assault allegedly involving Cowboys QB Dak Prescott. Prescott is countersuing on the basis of extortion.
The Commanders are making a change at QB in 2024, sending former starter Sam Howell to the Emerald City for picks.
Luka Doncic entered Wednesday's game on the precipice of NBA history, but he fell short — and injured his hamstring.
Joe Flacco's renaissance continues, with the 39-year old quarterback slated to receive quite the payout from Indianapolis.
The 31-year-old wide receiver might be past his prime, but he should still draw interest after being released by the Saints.
Diontae Johnson will finally get his chance to be the No. 1 wide receiver after being dealt from Pittsburgh to Carolina.
Lamar Jackson showed why he's one of the league's savviest social media personalities.
Aaron Jones will be taking his talents to Minnesota in 2024.
The Bengals are starting anew in their RB room in 2024. Here's a look at how their depth chart shakes out for the upcoming season.
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott is filing a countersuit against a Fort Worth woman, alleging she is attempting to extort him.
Brian Burns will receive quite the welcome in the Big Apple, earning over $28 million per year over the course of his five-year contract with Big Blue.
Kirk Cousins' new Atlanta fan base will be keeping a close eye on his injury recovery timeline.
Saquon Barkley will have a new home in 2024. Here's what you need to know.
LeBron and Liverpool partnered up again, releasing a cross-sport collaboration Wednesday that is taking social media by storm.
If there's one thing you can say about the Chiefs fans, they're committed to creating a menacing environment — even to their own detriment.
Armed with a lucrative new contract, Dalton Schultz went no holds barred to explain the differences between Dallas, his former team, and Houston, the side he currently plays for.
Russell Wilson's time in Denver came to a close Monday. Here's why.
Zack Wheeler is one of the league's best pitchers. Now, his paycheck will reflect his standing around the league.
The Nats suffered a scare Saturday, as outfielder Daylen Lile was taken to the hospital for testing after attempting to save a home run ball.
The Raptors will be without their star player for the foreseeable future.
Before Rome Odunze was a blue-chip NFL prospect, he was, among other things, quite the high school sprinter.
Did Fidel Castro revolutionize the sport of basketball? Here's the story behind the viral social media myth.
Michael Rubin spilled some tea over the issues between MLB, Nike and Fanatics in regards to Nike's latest jersey collection, the Vapor Premier jerseys.
There was plenty of chatter to be had about Bill Belichick and the Pats' report card grades in 2023.
There's an increasing collection of MLB players willing to rock the old kits rather than suffer from the new one.
Ryan Poles had his say on the Bears' draft process Tuesday.
The Braves took aim at the Orioles on Monday. They used a Baltimore icon to do so.
Sean McDermott had his say about the Bills' recent postseason struggles.
ESPN secured the services of one of its rising stars, inking Clark to a mammoth contract extension, per reports.
The Lakers pride themselves on getting to the free throw line. On Sunday, however, they found their drives to the basket prompt very few whistles.
Eric Bieniemy will take his talents to Los Angeles in 2024, calling plays for DeShaun Foster's UCLA.
The 58-year-old head coach, who has led Golden State to four NBA titles, just inked a new deal.
Wemby became just the 15th player to post a 5x5 game in NBA history, and LeBron James was more than impressed with the Spurs rookie.
Xavien Howard — formerly the longest-tenured active player for the Dolphins — will reportedly be released by the franchise.
Paul Pierce has tended to downplay praise for LeBron James. This week, he reversed course — somewhat.
DeMar ReRozan had his say about his mental health over the years as a member of the Spurs and Bulls.
JJ Redick's best spell of professional basketball happened when he was a member of the Clippers. Here's why.
Anthony Rendon offered plenty of fuel for his critics with a controversial statement regarding the nature of his MLB career on Monday morning.
Basketball Twitter didn't take too kindly to Kenny Smith suggesting Sabrina Ionescu should have shot from the WNBA's 3-point line in her 3-Point Challenge with Stephen Curry.
The Sporting News tracked live updates throughout the 2024 Skills Challenge.
The Sporting News explains just what kept Wemby out of the biggest (regular season) game of the year.
Sabrina Ionescu and Stephen Curry could greet another shooting star in next year's 3-Point Challenge.
Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu had the basketball world talking on Saturday night.
Micah Parsons set the floor alight, dropping 37 points to lead Team Shannon over Team Stephen A.
The 140-137 win over the Jazz ended Thompson's stretch of 699 appearances as a starter. The 34-year-old had not served as a reserve since 2012.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights for Super Bowl 58 between the Chiefs and 49ers on Sunday.
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The stars were out for Sunday's Super Bowl. That spurred a plethora of new memes, from Ice Spice and Jason Kelce to SpongeBob and Patrick.
Usher made his mark during Sunday’s Super Bowl, and his fashion choices were a big reason why.
Rex Ryan threw his hat in the ring for the Cowboys' DC position, but America's Team ultimately stuck with Mike Zimmer.
Troy Aikman might want to sleep in this morning.
The most-talked about couple in America captivated the masses with their postgame antics on Sunday night.
Usher brought out some heavy hitters for his halftime performance at this year's Super Bowl.
Usher showed out under the Allegiant Stadium lights during Super Bowl Sunday.
Kristin Juszcyk's star is rising during her husband's Super Bowl run. Her clothing designs secured her an NFL licensing deal.
Brock Purdy found love in Ames, Iowa. How many people can say that?
The NFL's highest-profile player offered insight on his relationship with Taylor Swift, as well as what he thinks of those brandishing their partnership as a conspiracy.
Adele had a lot to say about one of her pop music contemporaries ahead of Kansas City's clash with San Francisco in Super Bowl 58.
Taylor Swift put her s— on during the 2023 NFL season. Or did she?
The Chiefs have a runner capable of making magic happen at the drop of the hat in the open field, but just how fast is emerging RB Isiah Pacheco?
Andra Day will offer her vocal chops for this year's rendition of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" at Super Bowl 58.
Usher is headlining this year's Super Bowl. That's sure to give the Las Vegas crowd a buzz.
Tony Romo got himself a bag from CBS. Much of that has to do with the stature he held following his playing career.
The NFL is going global with its Super Bowl ad, which sees Saquon Barkley, Justin Jefferson and Cameron Jordan in Accra, Ghana's capital city.
Usher has one of the most recognizable names in all of music. Here's how he got it.
Usher may be a household name. But before he was a star, he was simply a kid from Chattanooga, Tennessee, hoping to get into the music industry.
Super Bowl performers see their names shrouded in light during their halftime shows, but how much do they receive for such displays?
Thanasis Antetokounmpo recorded perhaps the highlight of his career on Friday night.
Isiah Pacheco showed that he knows how to bust a move during the 2023 NFL season.
The 49ers are not happy with the condition of the practice field they're using ahead of Super Bowl 58. Here's why.
Brock Purdy has a familiar face. That's got some folks talking, too.
Irving's return to Brooklyn, the city that hosted him for four years, was met with little fanfare.
The Astros inked their franchise second baseman to a five-year, $125 million contract extension on Tuesday.
The San Francisco quarterback isn't bothered by the "Mr. Irrelevant" moniker. With the 49ers on the brink of Super Bowl history, he doesn't have reason to be.
Kadarius Toney denied his injury status ahead of the Chiefs' AFC championship game, but he walked back those comments ahead of the Super Bowl.
Swift, who won Album of the Year at the Grammys, also announced a new album to be released in April titled "The Tortured Poets Department."
