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Highlights! ‘Thunder’ Injects Fury-Usyk PPV With Melting KO

Watch Ring of Fire full fight video highlights: Mark Chamberlain vs. Joshua Wahab earlier today (Sat., May 18, 2024) live on DAZN PPV in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

2024-05-18T18:45:46Z

Usyk vs. Fury was exactly what the sport of boxing has been missing

After an incredible fight for all the titles, the encore encounter will surely be more anticipated than the first fight.

2024-05-19T04:00:09Z

Liberty star Jonquel Jones says Caitlin Clark needs to be given ‘some grace’

NEW YORK — The Liberty’s win in Saturday’s home opener wrapped up a 2-0 home-and-home series against the rebuilding Indiana Fever. In those games, the Libs got their first look at No. 1 overall pick Caitlin Clark, one of the league’s newest and brightest stars. Clark — like most top WNBA rookies — showed flashes of greatness and some low moments. After becoming the NCAA’s all-time scoring ...

2024-05-19T01:32:35Z

Simone Biles shines in return while Gabby Douglas scratches after a shaky start at the U.S. Classic

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Simone Biles certainly looks ready for Paris with more than two months to go before the Olympic games begin. The gymnastics superstar began her bid for a third Olympic team looking as dominant as ever at the U.S. Classic on Saturday, posting an all-around score of 59.500, nearly two points clear of runner-up Shilese Jones. The 27-year-old Biles, the 2016 Olympic champion, recorded the highest score on vault and floor...

2024-05-19T01:28:48Z

Voice of Reason: Sue Bird shuts down WNBA legends vs. Caitlin Clark narrative

Caitlin Clark's transition from college to the pros sparked an unfortunate narrative that WNBA stars are against the new Indiana Fever star. Sue Bird set the record straight.

2024-05-18T18:16:00Z

Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk results as Ukrainian master claims undisputed glory with high-class win over Gypsy King

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury via split decision in an action-packed fight in Riyadh to be crowned undisputed world heavyweight champion.

2024-05-18T04:07:13Z

Tyson Fury makes Ukraine war claim after Oleksandr Usyk defeat

Oleksandr Usyk overcame Tyson Fury to become the undisputed world heavyweight champion with a split decision victory in Riyadh.

2024-05-19T04:29:15Z

Tires float away, drivers go swimming amid flooding at North Wilkesboro Speedway

As the rain came down at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Saturday, NASCAR announced the cancellation of all All-Star Race heats. In addition, the Truck Series Race would resume Sunday at 11:30 a.m. amid flooding and power outages at the track. During the red flag delay, though, the drivers had some fun. Tires started to float away in the flooding and ...

2024-05-18T22:10:11Z

"That's definitely a possibility in the future"- Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone reveals her plans for Olympic gold double

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone stole the spotlight in Los Angeles at the USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix with a powerful victory in the 200m. She clocked a personal best of 22.

2024-05-19T03:15:28Z

Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards delivers perfect answer to Mike Conley motivation for Game 7 vs. Nuggets

The Minnesota Timberwolves are not the most accomplished franchise in the world, but they’ve taken small steps in the right direction recently. The club could reach its first Western Conference Finals appearance since 2004 if it beats the Denver Nuggets in Sunday’s winner-take-all Game 7 matchup. Wolves guard Mike Conley doesn’t have the best Game […] The post Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards delivers perfect answer to Mike Conley motivation for...

2024-05-19T01:01:57Z

Caitlin Clark sends message after Indiana Fever lose third straight WNBA game

Caitlin Clark offered a message to Fever fans after the Indiana club fell to 0-3 following yet another double-digit defeat against the New York Liberty Saturday.

2024-05-18T21:47:55Z

Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury by split decision to become first undisputed heavyweight champion in 24 years

The judges were split, but the title is undisputed. Boxing has its first true heavyweight king in 24 years, and his name is Oleksandr Usyk. The WBA, WBO and IBF champion defeated WBC champion Tyson Fury by split decision (115-112, 113-114, 114-113) to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion since 2000. The fight is the first loss of Fury's...

2024-05-18T23:47:55Z

Kyle Larson officially qualifies for Indy 500, posts sixth-fastest qualifying time

Kyle Larson had some trouble during qualifying for the Indianapolis 500 earlier on Saturday, but he came back with a vengeance later in the afternoon. The former NASCAR Cup Series champion quieted some doubters with his second run, as he made the provisional Fast 12 with an incredible lap, putting him P6 at the time. He’ll officially be racing in t...

2024-05-18T19:09:57Z

Caitlin Clark Makes A Request To WNBA Fans Amid Early Struggles

Caitlin Clark sends honest plea to WNBA.

2024-05-18T17:39:33Z

PGA Championship: Shane Lowry ties the lowest score in major history

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Shane Lowry, the European Ryder Cup stalwart and 2019 Open champion, absolutely torched Valhalla Golf Club on Saturday, carding a 62 — tied for the lowest score ever recorded in a major. He had a chance to set the record, but his birdie putt on 18 rolled just left. The record of 62 had already been reached four separate times, mos...

2024-05-18T21:18:04Z

"Casually reminding us why she is the greatest of all-time"-Fans react to Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone clocking 200m personal best to win LA Grand Prix

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is officially back to business for the Olympic season and fans couldn't be more excited at the times she's clocking.

2024-05-19T04:15:37Z

Bryson DeChambeau's desire to win PGA Championship summed up by post-round act

Former U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau is on the hunt for a second major title as he heads into Sunday's final round of the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club

2024-05-19T02:03:31Z

NHL playoff overtime rules: Postseason hockey bracket brings major change to OT

The 2024 NHL playoffs mean true overtime hockey is back. That means three-on-three play and shootouts are out and there could be some very long games.

2024-04-20T15:37:05Z

"In 5 minutes you can see that I'm more angry?": When Maria Sharapova disputed claim that Wimbledon loss to Serena Williams hurt more than past losses

Maria Sharapova once challenged the claim that her loss to Serena Williams at the 2015 Wimbledon Championships upset her more than any previous defeat to the American.

2024-05-19T01:16:59Z

Cameron Brink draws powerful A’ja Wilson take after Aces clash

The Los Angeles Sparks are off to an 0-2 start after dropping their second game of the season on the road against the defending champion Las Vegas Aces, 89-82. While the Sparks have yet to get a win, there have been some encouraging signs for the team to start the 2024 season. One of the […] The post Cameron Brink draws powerful A’ja Wilson take after Aces clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

2024-05-19T01:16:53Z

NASCAR All-Star race starting order after qualifying postponed due to flooding

The NASCAR All-Star race will take place at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Sunday at 8pm ET - with 20 cars competing.

2024-05-18T23:13:24Z

"Suspend him for remainder of playoffs": Fans criticize Connor McDavid's high stick on Carson Soucy

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid had his revenge on Vancouver's Carson Soucy as he delivered a disturbing high-stick on the Canucks defenseman during Game 6 on Saturday.

2024-05-19T04:27:03Z

Olympic Athlete Ivona Dadic In Images

Ivona Dadic, born on December 29, 1993, in Wels, Austria, has emerged as a prominent figure in the world of track and field athletics.

2024-05-19T02:43:35Z

World javelin champion Kitaguchi lays down marker in Tokyo

Women's javelin world champion Haruka Kitaguchi of Japan said she is beginning to find form ahead of the Paris Olympics, after winning at the Golden Grand Prix in Tokyo on Sunday. "I don't think my throws today would be good enough to win me a medal (at the Paris Olympics) but I want to prepare over the next two or three weeks so that I'm able to get one," said Kitaguchi.

2024-05-19T09:25:32Z

Highlights! 19-Year-Old Phenom Delivers Vicious TKO

Watch Ring of Fire full fight video highlights: Moses Itauma vs. Ilja Mezencev earlier today (Sat., May 18, 2024) live on DAZN PPV in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

2024-05-18T19:00:44Z

2024-05-19T00:57:29Z

Kelsey Plum's reaction to Kate Martin's block is the WNBA highlight of the week

A whole lot of people were talking about the Las Vegas Aces on Saturday for things happening off the court – and rightfully so, as the two-time defending champs find themselves

2024-05-19T00:11:48Z

Chiefs face unprecedented schedule no NFL team has faced in nearly a century

The Kansas City Chiefs have an unprecedented gauntlet of a schedule ahead of them in the upcoming 2024 season.

2024-05-18T20:31:06Z

Seize the Grey wins 2024 Preakness Stakes, ruining Mystik Dan’s Triple Crown odds

Dark horse Seize the Grey galloped to a Preakness Stakes victory in Baltimore on Saturday, denying Mystik Dan a place in history and delivering another garland of black-eyed Susans to legendary trainer D. Wayne Lukas.

2024-05-18T23:23:47Z

Thunder eliminated from playoffs: Josh Giddey trade can help OKC build contender around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Here's a snapshot of the situation that faces the Thunder this offseason.

2024-05-19T02:59:02Z

Angel Reese Goes Viral After Making Half-Court Shot

Chicago Sky rookie forward Angel Reese worked on her range ahead of her second WNBA game.

2024-05-18T20:55:04Z

The Morning After: Usyk Refuses To Be Denied

Here’s what you may have missed!

2024-05-19T01:01:29Z

Calls to remove Harrison Butker from Chiefs after speech 'totally un-American,' ESPN's Sam Ponder says

ESPN NFL broadcaster Sam Ponder came out in support of Harrison Butker's right to espouse his views freely in a post on her Instagram Stories.

2024-05-18T13:53:49Z

Major relief for Kyle Larson as HMS driver escapes Indy 500 qualification scare after engine check clears concerns

Former NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson has escaped a massive scare in his Indy 500 quest.

2024-05-18T18:57:37Z

Foul Play? Double Headbutt Stops ‘Prelims’ Scrap Early

Watch UFC Vegas 92 full fight video highlights: Piera Rodríguez vs. Ariane Carnelossi earlier today (Sat., May 18, 2024) LIVE on ESPN+ from inside UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.

2024-05-18T21:48:57Z

Sky win first game of season, Angel Reese sets WNBA record

Angel Reese got her first WNBA win on Saturday, and she set a new league standard in the process.

2024-05-19T03:59:15Z

2024 SEC Baseball Tournament bracket officially set

An exciting regular season is in the books. That means it’s time for SEC teams to converge on Hoover for the league’s baseball tournament, and the bracket is set. For the first time since 2006, Kentucky secured a share of the SEC title when the Wildcats defeated Vanderbilt via run-rule on Friday. The Bat Cats had a chance to secure an outright cham...

2024-05-19T04:41:17Z

Usyk Drops Fury, Becomes Undisputed Champ!

‘Ring Of Fire’ boxing results live: Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk full stream — including round-by-round updates — of the Heavyweight title pay-per-view (PPV) main event match tonight (Sat., May 18, 2024) from inside Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

2024-05-18T22:16:02Z

Who won the Preakness 2024? Full results and finishing order

Who won the 149th Preakness Stakes? Breaking down the winner and the full finishing order from Pimlico Race Course on Saturday.

2024-05-18T23:16:32Z

Gabby Douglas out of US Classic after one event. What happened and where she stands for nationals

Gabby Douglas came off uneven bars twice. She's already qualified to do three events at national championships in two weeks. Here's what happened

2024-05-18T23:59:12Z

Usyk in tears for late father after historic heavyweight win

An emotional Oleksandr Usyk shed tears for his late father after crowning a brilliant career by becoming boxing's first four-belt undisputed heavyweight world champion on Sunday. The former European and world amateur champion, Olympic gold medallist and undisputed cruiserweight champ -- still undefeated as a professional -- now adds the ultimate boxing crown.

2024-05-19T02:09:24Z

Tyson Fury ‘over the moon’ for Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul, says only ‘jealous people’ hate it

Don’t count Tyson Fury among those hating on the Netflix showdown between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. Far from it.

2024-05-18T16:03:04Z

Kyle Larson forced to abort Indy500 qualifying run as NASCAR star explains problem

Kyle Larson will have to wait to set a fourth Indy500 qualifying lap after an issue with his car occurred forcing him to abandon his run.

2024-05-18T17:12:26Z

WNBA investigating $100,000 Las Vegas Aces player sponsorships that star called 'life-changing'

The WNBA has opened an investigation into the $100,000 sponsorship that the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority has pledged to give to each of the 12 players on the Aces

2024-05-18T22:48:07Z

Kyrie Irving Makes NBA History in Game 6 Win over Oklahoma City Thunder

Kyrie Irving made his way into the NBA record books with a Game 6 win over Oklahoma City.

2024-05-19T03:26:09Z

Michal Malone has blunt admission on stopping Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards

In a recent press conference, Denver Nuggets’ head coach Michael Malone made a candid admission regarding the challenge of defending Minnesota Timberwolves’ star guard Anthony Edwards. “He’s proven to be unguardable,” Malone said, summarizing the difficulties his team has faced in trying to contain Edwards throughout their playoff series. The Nuggets, the defending champs known […] The post Michal Malone has blunt admission on stopping...

2024-05-18T22:46:39Z

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has sobering take on crucial Game 6 error

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has carried his team this postseason, which is what gave Saturday's deciding late foul in Game 6 a ring of Shakespearean tragedy.

2024-05-19T04:57:44Z

Highlights! Kabayel Stuns Sanchez With Wicked Body Shot KO

Watch Ring of Fire full fight video highlights: Agit Kabayel vs. Frank Sanchez earlier today (Sat., May 18, 2024) live on DAZN PPV in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

2024-05-18T20:16:13Z

Angel Reese's fantastic performance draws high praise from WNBA legend as Sky stage huge comeback

Angel Reese shined for the Chicago Sky in her second-ever WNBA game, and her work on the boards drew a strong response from basketball legend Sheryl Swoopes, who worked the contest as a broadcaster

2024-05-19T02:18:35Z

USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix 2024 Results - Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone tops 200m, Rai Benjamin records world lead in 400m hurdles I Day 2

The 2024 USATF Los Angeles Grand Prix was a two-day affair held at the UCLA Drake Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

2024-05-19T03:15:09Z