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Ryan Clark disagrees with Stephen A. Smith’s Donald Trump comments: ‘He’s not being discriminated against.’

After Stephen A. Smith defended Donald Trump for comparing himself to the plight of Black Americans, Ryan Clark explained why he disagrees with his ESPN colleague. In February, Trump boasted about his criminal indictments, claiming those legal issues are attracting the support of Black voters. “Because they have been hurt so badly and discriminated against,” Trump said. “And they actually viewed me as– I’m being discriminated against. It’s been...

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Ferrari announce ‘historic’ new deal as Fernando Alonso lifts lid on Aston Martin dynamic – F1 news round-up

As part of Wednesday's F1 news, we welcome F1's newest official team name to the grid. Sorry, it's not Andretti...

Rickie Fowler made a hole-in-one at one of golf’s most famous courses

Back in January, Justin Thomas was asked by reporters about a course he hasn’t played but would like to. The answer was immediate—Pine Valley Golf Club, ranked as the No. 1 course on Golf Digest’s America’s 100 Greatest Courses list. JT described how stoked he was to be making his maiden voyage in April along with a group of buddies. It appears tha...

2024 final first-round mock draft: KC Chiefs land impact starter in round 1

Let's take our final look at the first-round to see who we project the Kansas City Chiefs (and other teams) to take on opening night of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Could Acosta get a Verstappen-like mid-season promotion to KTM in MotoGP 2024?

In 2016, Max Verstappen moved up to Red Bull’s primary Formula 1 team after just four races in the new season, and the rest, as they say, is history. Eight years on, could Pedro Acosta land a similar mid-season promotion with a Red Bull-backed MotoGP squad?

Michigan Football Player Transferring After Team's Spring Game

Michigan may lose a defensive player who was vying for a bigger role in Ann Arbor this year. According to On3's Pete Nakos, DJ Waller Jr. has entered the transfer portal. The defensive back played 11 games for the national champions during his freshman year. Waller joined Michigan last year as a ...

‘How can you justify this?’ – more questions asked about ‘strange’ Lance Stroll penalty in China

"What do you mean it is Ricciardo's fault?"

‘Metronomic’ Verstappen may rule F1, but it won’t last forever - Horner

Red Bull says it is under no illusion that Max Verstappen’s ‘metronomic’ domination of Formula 1 is not going to last forever.

MLB tragedy: Former Red Sox World Series winner dies

Alabama make move to flip four-star SMU QB commit

When the Alabama Crimson Tide want a recruit, they tend to get said recruit.

Who is American heptathlon star Annie Kunz?

Arsenal next fixtures compared to Man City and Liverpool as title race hots up

Arsenal next fixtures compared to Man City and Liverpool as title race hots up - The Gunners are back in pole position for reigning champions City have the games in hand

How Much Money PGA Tour Will Pay Tiger Woods For Not Joining LIV Golf

After raising $3 billion in fundraising, the PGA Tour reportedly plans to reinvest the money into its top players — including Tiger Woods. According to Joe Pompliano (via golf correspondent James Corrigan), the Tour will begin issuing equity payouts to some of its biggest names. With the top ...

La Liga boss ‘instantly rejects’ Man Utd offer to replace Ten Hag as he refuses to ‘betray’ Man City

Girona boss Michel has rejected the chance to replace Erik ten Hag at Man Utd at the end of the season, according to reports.

Jurgen Klopp makes top-four admission as Liverpool suffer painful Merseyside derby defeat

Jurgen Klopp makes top-four admission as Liverpool suffer painful Merseyside derby defeat - Klopp warned his side that Tottenham could still catch them

British football mourns the death of Leighton James

Angels announcers rip umpires over ‘ridiculous’ call to end game

The Angels fell behind 6-0 but rallied back to make it 6-5 in the ninth. Jo Adell drew a two-out walk and then tried to steal second but was called out stealing.

Patriots double-dip at QB in 7-round mock draft

New England leans heavily on the offense in this 7-round mock draft.

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Denver Broncos' best-case draft scenario in round 1

The Denver Broncos currently sit at No. 12 in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft and need to fix one huge problem before the end of the night on Thursday.

Scheffler's caddie earns another $360K after latest PGA Tour win

Scheffler took home $3.6million for finishing in first place at the RBC Heritage on Monday morning, adding to the $3.5m he secured after winning The Masters last week.

Maple Leafs HC blasts Bruins' Brad Marchand following Game 3 loss

After Brad Marchand's third-period heroics helped the Boston Bruins secure a 4-2 Game 3 win and a 2-1 series advantage over the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, head coach Sheldon Keefe was in no mood to praise the rival.

Why everyone is talking about Mexican referee Katia Itzel García

Sainz: Leclerc start battle cost Ferrari in F1 China GP

Carlos Sainz says his fight with Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc cost them both valuable ground in Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix.

The greatest first round playoff upsets in NBA history

Stroll explains why F1 China penalty for Ricciardo contact felt like "a joke"

Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll has explained why he thought his penalty for tagging Daniel Ricciardo behind the safety car in Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix was "a joke".

The implications of F1's vote on a new points structure

Formula 1 is about to consider a new points system that rewards drivers down to 12th place. Here's what F1 might change and why.

Hamilton: Norris would have been better off conceding in Turn 1

Lewis Hamilton thinks Lando Norris would have been better off conceding position in their Turn 1 battle in Formula 1’s China sprint, as he had the pace to overtake later.

Daniel Jeremiah changes his pick for the Commanders in his final mock draft

NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah, in his first few mock drafts, had North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye going to the Washington Commanders. Not anymore. In his final mock draft ahead of Round 1 of the 2024 NFL draft on Thursday, Jeremiah changed his…

Longtime Hockey Announcer Passed Away Monday At 96

The hockey world lost a longtime announcer on Monday. Al Shaver, who called Minnesota North Stars and Minnesota Gophers games, passed away at the age of 96. He was battling a brief illness, per Michael Russo of The Athletic. "Al Shaver, the voice of the North Stars for 26 years and the ...

NBA awards 2024: Complete list of winners for MVP, Most Improved, Sixth Man, Rookie of the Year and more

Who won this year's end-of-season honors? Below, find a running list of each award winner as they are revealed.

‘No way is this real’ – Red Bull garage image emerges with new use for Chinese GP trophies

A great show of creativity, or sign that the winning feeling has become all too common for Red Bull?

Everton 2-0 Liverpool: Everton Boss Sean Dyche's press conference

Everton boss Sean Dyche speaks to the media following his side's 2-0 win over Liverpool in the Premier League. He said he felt 'delighted' by the teams performance, against a 'top side' like Liverpool.

How long is William Nylander out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Leafs star's mysterious ailment

How long will the Maple Leafs be without the services of William Nylander? Here's the latest on his mysterious injury.

Erik ten Hag speaks on his 'embarrassing' FA Cup semi-final win vs Coventry

Following Manchester United's win on penalties in the FA Cup semi-final against Coventry, ten Hag was asked an awkward question by one of the reporters in his press conference.

Scottie Scheffler is earning an average of $375K a day, report reveals

He has made more than $16 million in the last 43 days alone, with nearly half of that coming on consecutive weekends thanks to victory at The Masters ($3.6m) and RBC Heritage ($3.6m).

Pedrosa says Jerez MotoGP return pushed by "interesting" testing data

KTM's Dani Pedrosa "didn't expect" to make a second MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix wildcard in the space of a year, but "interesting" data from testing pushed him into it.

4 Detroit Lions who could get a contract extension next

After the Detroit Lions handed out contract extensions to Penei Sewell and Amon-Ra St. Brown on Wednesday, we're taking a look at who could be next to get a new deal.

What happened to Dutch footballing legend Frank Rijkaard?

Shanghai F1 grass fire mystery remains; emergency team on standby

Formula 1 chiefs have been left scratching their heads after overnight investigations into the repeated grass fire at Shanghai’s Turn 7 failed to deliver an answer as to the cause.

Nico Rosberg spills the beans on eye-watering bill footed after Lewis Hamilton crash

"That was very painful."

DTM 2024 entry list: Who is driving in the DTM this year?

The 2024 DTM season kicks off this weekend at the Oschersleben. Here's the full list of drivers, teams and manufacturers competing in the ADAC-run series this year.

Norris had no reason to apologise for China F1 sprint showing, says McLaren

McLaren says Lando Norris had no need to apologise for his Formula 1 sprint race showing in China, after failing to convert his pole position into a podium.

Mock Draft 12.0 picks 17-32: Decision time

Liverpool: Darwin Nunez tipped to be sold by Arne Slot after 'unforgivable error'

Liverpool: Darwin Nunez tipped to be sold by Arne Slot after 'unforgivable error' - The striker was again guilty of a huge miss as Everton all but ended Liverpool’s title hopes

Report: Cowboys Make Official Decision On Micah Parsons Contract

The Dallas Cowboys made sure Micah Parsons will be on the roster when the 2025 NFL season kicks off. On Wednesday afternoon the team picked up Parsons' fifth-year option, which will cost just over $21 million for the 2025 season. Given Parsons' play over his first three years in the league that ...

Klopp apologises to Liverpool fans after defeat to Everton effectively ends season

It's the first time that Everton have won the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park since 2010 and it could also be the last time.

Fans call foul on Euros sticker book debacle

After 47 years of Panini holding the rights to distribute the official Euros sticker book, this year the contract has gone to Topps - but it doesn't have permission to include all the players.

Eden Hazard: the best Chelsea player of all time?