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What happened to Dutch footballing legend Frank Rijkaard?

Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid: the hidden details behind a possible agreement

Bill Belichick wows in television debut

The Patriots’ pick is in… and Bill Belichick doesn’t like it! In a surreal moment for anybody who watched the dour head coach snort into microphones for 24 years, Belichick sat behind the analyst’s desk Thursday for the NFL Draft. Dressed in a midnight blue sports coat and sharp pink tie (with a pink pocket square to match), the 8-time Super Bowl champ looked comically out of place next to Pat McAfee’s crew. Something we may get used to with...

NFL Draft trades tracker 2024: Full details on every deal to move up, down in Rounds 1-3

There have already been some trades into the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, but how many more will we see on draft day? We'll be keeping track throughout the draft.

Charles Barkley calls out NBA 'fools'

Charles Barkley appears to be relishing the fact that the NBA Playoffs may soon be devoid of the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers. The Warriors were knocked out of last week’s play-in tournament, while the Lakers are on the brink of getting swept by the Denver Nuggets in consecutive seasons. One person who has remained consistently off the Warriors and Lakers bandwagon all season, however, is Charles Barkley. But Barkley can’t say...

Teams expect Sainz's F1 China qualifying incident to be cleared up

Ferrari and Aston Martin are expecting the FIA to tidy up its Formula 1 sporting regulations for 2025 following a protest in Chinese Grand Prix qualifying.

Why Nico Hülkenberg is joining Sauber, and what it means for the rest of the F1 grid

A much anticipated move came to fruition on Friday. Here’s what it could do to the rest of the grid

Lewis Hamilton given ‘very chaotic’ and ‘very political’ Ferrari warning ahead of F1 2025 move

"He is the greatest of all time with his achievements. And he's going to the biggest team in history that has the biggest image..."

LIV Golf: Anthony Kim cleverly claps back at social media troll with hilarity

Kim gained attention on social media as he owned a LIV Golf troll with niceties with a sly response.

Ohio State players drafted 2024: Full list of NFL Draft picks, including Marvin Harrison Jr., Cade Stover

The Buckeyes are likely going to have a quieter draft class than recent years.

Take a look inside the Patriots war room as they drafted QB Drake Maye

Everyone got a chance to speak to the new QB from the head coach to the de facto GM to the owner.

Forever young: The best sports for people over 70 years old

ESPN reporter stars during NFL Draft coverage

It’s around the 17th or 18th pick of the NFL Draft that, without a team to root for or rooting interest in where certain players land, you realize the draft is not an interesting television product. It’s ironic given the truly bonkers amount of time dedicated to what happens across these three days, but when you finally get there, you quickly realize that it’s so much sizzle for so little steak. That’s not ESPN’s fault. The NFL Draft was not...

Report: 49ers likely to trade Deebo Samuel

The 49ers don't need to trade one of Brandon Aiyuk or Deebo Samuel this offseason. However, in the aftermath of the team selecting Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall with the 31st overall pick in this year's draft, Mike Silver of the San Francisco Chronicle is reporting…

Stunning triple Ratcliffe deal to kickstart new Man Utd era with £130m trio wanted

Man Utd part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is ready to greenlight a triple swoop worth £130million this summer, according to reports

Patriots reportedly tried to trade for 49ers WR before the draft

New England reached out to San Francisco about their star wideout.

The Falcons nonsensical explanation for drafting Michael Penix Jr. isn't helping

The Atlanta Falcons are a hot mess after drafting Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall despite having Kirk Cousins on the roster. Their explanation for drafting Penix doesn't make much sense

Minnesota Vikings explain quarterback decision

The Minnesota Vikings found themselves in need of a new quarterback after the departure of Kirk Cousins during the offseason, and the team made a pretty significant move to select a new quarterback, trading up one spot in the draft to select Michigan Wolverines quarterback J.J. McCarthy. And the Vikings explained the decision to trade up after the draft. The decision to trade up one spot to select J.J. McCarthy ultimately cost the Vikings a...

The greatest first round playoff upsets in NBA history

MotoGP Spanish GP: Alex Marquez leads Gresini 1-2 in FP1

Alex Marquez led a Gresini 1-2 in opening practice for the MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix, though he was the only rider to run fresh soft tyres for a time attack.

Sean Payton explains why Broncos didn't trade back, Raiders factored in

The Denver Broncos did not trade back in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday night, as many had speculated they should. Head coach Sean Payton explains that decision.

Arsenal vs Man United: the greatest Premier League rivalry?

The 25 best Major League Baseball play-by-play broadcasters

Many greats will be left out — sorry to Marty Brennaman or Milo Hamilton. We gave it a go and included some of the game's more modern-day talent mixed with the all-time legends. Here we go, listed alphabetically.

From the next Messi to a fading star: Ansu Fati's descent into the depths of football

Lawrence Stroll ‘in early talks’ to sell minority Aston Martin stake – report

Changes coming at Silverstone?

College teammate was key in Broncos drafting Bo Nix

The Denver Broncos leaned on a player they took in the seventh round last year to aid in their pursuit of Oregon quarterback Bo Nix.

Where Hulkenberg’s wrong-righting Audi F1 move leaves the driver market

OPINION: Formula 1’s 2025 driver market has twisted again with the news that Nico Hulkenberg will swap Haas for Audi next year. That has implications for both established drivers and a pair looking to break through from Formula 2, but also rights a wrong for Hulkenberg. Here’s how

Kirk Cousins not happy with Atlanta Falcons

Kirk Cousins has only been an official member of the Atlanta Falcons for a few weeks, but it sounds like he’s already pretty frustrated and unhappy with the team. After signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year contract just last month, the Atlanta Falcons decided to select rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 overall pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday night. And it sounds like Cousins was not happy with the move. Cousins’ agent, Mike...

Notable People who died in 2024

Newey set to leave Red Bull F1 team

Legendary designer Adrian Newey is set to leave the Red Bull Formula 1 team, Autosport has learned.

Carlos Sainz ‘can’t go’ to Red Bull with F1 2025 move that ‘makes sense’ revealed

"I can’t go to Red Bull as I’ll be behind Max..."

Patriots Mourn The Death Of Former Offensive Lineman At 28

The New England Patriots are mourning after the death of a former offensive lineman on Thursday. Korey Cunningham, who played in New England for two seasons, was found dead in his home on Thursday in New Jersey. The former lineman, who last appeared with the New York Giants, was only 28 years ...

Caleb Williams new number: Why Bears' No. 1 draft pick is changing jersey worn at USC

Caleb Williams is officially a Bear — but what number will he be wearing to start his career in Chicago?

Brandon Aiyuk sent four-word text to 49ers GM, HC following first-round draft pick

Few NFL stars have been involved in as many trade rumors in recent weeks as Brandon Aiyuk has.

Uncertainty with NBC’s golf broadcast team raises question: Who’ll be the lead analyst at the U.S. Open at Pinehurst?

Sometime in early March, Sam Flood, the executive producer and president of production at NBC Sports, told a few colleagues he needed to shake up the network’s golf coverage. Undoubtedly, eyes must have been rolling. Because the last thing NBC’s golf production needed was for Flood to shake things up further. The duration of an earthquake can range...

Caleb Williams broke record that Caitlin Clark held for 12 days

Chicago Bears fans are showing their love for new QB Caleb Williams via their wallets.

Instant Grades and Reaction to the 2024 NFL Draft First Round

49ers drafting a WR in first round may have sealed the fate of one of two players

After all the speculation and rumors about what the 49ers would do in the first round of the NFL Draft, we know now what the future may look like.

Jurgen Klopp praises his potential successor Arne Slot

Outgoing Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp praises his potential successor Arne Slot, and describes the Reds managerial position as the 'best job in the world'

NFL Draft winners & losers 2024: Bears, Chargers make right Round 1 picks, Falcons puzzle with QB plan

A look at the winners and losers from the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Bills trade with Chiefs, explained: Why Buffalo helped rival add Tyreek Hill speed with Xavier Worthy pick

The fastest player in the 2024 NFL Draft is headed to Kansas City to catch passes from Patrick Mahomes.

NFL Draft 2024: Detroit Lions should target these prospects on Day 2

A look at three prospects the Detroit Lions should target in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft on Friday night.

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.

Kansas City Chiefs mock draft: What rookies could join Xavier Worthy in Rounds 2-7?

The Chiefs have already made their first selection in the NFL Draft in Texas wide receiver Xavier Worth. But, there are still lots of draft picks to be made.

Binder “had my bike back” in Jerez MotoGP practice breakthrough

KTM’s Brad Binder says he “had my bike back” after making a breakthrough with set-up on Friday at the MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix.

Cowboys' Jerry Jones said this prospect had the best pre-draft interview of any he's spoken to in 30 years

Cowboys owner may have given away possible selection on Day 2

Bill Belichick Doesn't Hold Back Thoughts About Quarterback J.J. McCarthy

Bill Belichick isn't a head coach - for now, at least - but he still knows how to evaluate talent. The longtime Patriots coach took in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday night, and he gave his thoughts on new Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy. McCarthy, the former ...

Raiders make rare NFL Draft move with Brock Bowers pick: Las Vegas becomes first team in 50 years to do this

The second biggest surprise of Round 1 might have been the Raiders taking Brock Bowers

Former Giants OL Korey Cunningham dies at 28

Former New York Giants offensive lineman Korey Cunningham has died.

Jim Harbaugh comments on J.J. McCarthy being drafted by Vikings

After the Minnesota Vikings selected quarterback J.J. McCarthy in the 2024 NFL Draft, Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh discussed his former quarterback going to the NFC North.