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The Minnesota Timberwolves’ motley crew brought a burst of fun to the NBA playoffs
The Wolves probably won’t win a title without big roster changes, but their postseason run made their case as one of the league’s most entertaining teamsThe Minnesota Timberwolves are out of the NBA playoffs. It’s a miracle it took this long. In their first-round series against the Denver Nuggets, they saw two starters and another key reserve suffer significant injuries. The Nuggets entered the series on a 12-game winning streak and were favored from the jump. After somehow winning that series i...
Svitolina upsets Gauff to win Italian Open thriller
Svitolina upsets Gauff to win Italian Open thrillerImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Elina Svitolina has won the Italian Open in 2017, 2018 and 2026ByMandeep SangheraBBC Sport journalistPublished2 minutes agoUkraine's Elina Svitolina battled to a third Italian Open title following a thrilling three-set win against Coco Gauff in the final.The 31-year-old fought back from 4-2 down to win the first set and, despite losing the second on a tie-break, Svitolina responded to claim the decider fo...
Chelsea's new manager Xabi Alonso faces a big first transfer window but he also has talent to work with
There is one person who will be encouraged by how Chelsea performed in the FA Cup final.Incoming manager Xabi Alonso was surely watching on from somewhere and the showpiece occasion provided a reminder that he has some talent to work with.Chelsea’s season has obviously been a great disappointment. The chance to limit the damage by winning the FA Cup has now gone. But by getting a deal for Alonso in place so quickly, the club have sent out a strong signal that they are already looking to the futu...
Elina Svitolina beats Coco Gauff for third time in a row to claim Italian Open title
Elina Svitolina has Coco Gauff’s number.Svitolina knocked off Gauff for the third consecutive time this season Saturday in Rome, with a 6-4, 6-7(3), 6-2 win that saw her lift the Italian Open for a third time.“Hard to believe it’s been eight years since I’ve held this trophy,” said Svitolina, who last won in the tournament in 2018.Advertisement
The Dodgers May Have Turned The Corner With Their 3rd Straight Win
BusinessSportsMoneyThe Dodgers May Have Turned The Corner With Their 3rd Straight WinByDan Freedman,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dan Freedman is lawyer and IBWAA member who writes about baseball.Follow AuthorMay 16, 2026, 03:30pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Teoscar Hernández and the Los Angeles Dodgers are starting to feel good again with their third...
Celtic leave it LATE to snatch title from Hearts on dramatic final day!
Highlights of the Scottish Premiership match between Celtic and Hearts.
Kane nets hat-trick as Bayern thrash Cologne
Kane nets hat-trick as Bayern thrash CologneTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedKane nets hat-trick as Bayern thrash CologneClose00England captain Harry Kane scores his fourth hat-trick of the season as Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich thrash Cologne in their last league game of the campaign.MATCH REPORT: Bayern Munich 5-1 CologneAvailable to UK users only.SubsectionEuropean FootballPublished2 minutes agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy li...
Hearts call for police probe into 'shameful scenes' amid claims that jubilant Celtic fans confronted and assaulted their players
Hearts call for police probe into 'shameful scenes' amid claims that jubilant Celtic fans confronted and assaulted their playersClick here to visit the Scotland home page for the latest news and sport By ELYSIA TAYLOR-HEARN FOR THE SCOTTISH MAIL ON SUNDAY Published: 20:26, 16 May 2026 | Updated: 20:26, 16 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Why Hearts' title tilt is unlikely to be a one-off
Why Hearts' title tilt is unlikely to be a one-offImage source, PA MediaByThomas DuncanBBC Sport ScotlandPublished11 minutes ago"I think we've got a very good chance of at least being second this season."Tony Bloom's long-term vision for investing in Hearts is going about exactly as he expected so far.Yes, heartbreak at the hands of Celtic was a devastating blow in their bid for a first title in 66 years.Some might feel they will never get a better chance, having been within a few minutes from a...
McIlroy shoots stunning 66 at PGA Championship! | Story of Rory's round
Rory McIlroy shot a four-under-par third round 66 to fire himself to the top of the leader board at the PGA Championship.
NASCAR pit crew member saves Fox Sports reporter from 4,000-pound cart at Dover
DOVER, Del. — Fox Sports NASCAR pit reporter Amanda Busick said pit crew member Donovan Williams “saved my life” Friday at Dover Motor Speedway after a frightening runaway pit cart incident.After the NASCAR Truck Series qualifier at Dover, Busick was walking along the back of pit road when a runaway pit cart weighing approximately 4,000 pounds barreled down a hill directly toward her. Williams reacted quickly and jumped in front of Busick to shield her, putting his body between her and the cart...
London City beat Aston Villa to finish sixth
London City beat Aston Villa to finish sixthTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedLondon City beat Aston Villa to finish sixthClose00Freya Godfrey scores an injury-time winner as London City Lionesses come from behind to beat Aston Villa and finish their debut Women's Super League season in sixth place.MATCH REPORT: London City Lionesses 2-1 Aston VillaAvailable to UK users only.SubsectionWomen's FootballPublished12 minutes agoShareclose pan...
Warrington bounce back from cup disappointment to beat Toulouse
Warrington bounced back from Betfred Challenge Cup semi-final heartbreak with a 24-16 win at Toulouse to move up to joint-second in the Super League.Sam Burgess' Wolves had lost out in emphatic fashion to Hull KR last Sunday to miss out on a trip to Wembley, but produced a superb first-half display to win in France.
Saints and sinners: if Southampton are found guilty of spying they should be punished | Jonathan Wilson
There needs to be a zero-tolerance approach to stealing other clubs’ secrets – Kim Hellberg’s emotional response shows just how deep this goesKim Hellberg was clearly upset and his press conference after Middlesbrough’s defeat at Southampton in the Championship semi‑final playoff second leg became unexpectedly moving as a result. In football, the Boro manager said, you accept that some teams have greater resources than others but where the coach of the less well-off team can gain an advantage is...
From non-league to FA Cup hero - Semenyo caps rise with 'incredible' goal
The FA Cup tends to produce fairytale stories and Antoine Semenyo's sensational winning goal in this season's final provided the latest in chapter in the storied history of the world's oldest cup competition.
New Zealand beat England in rain-affected to match to draw series
New Zealand beat England in rain-affected to match to draw seriesTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedNew Zealand beat England in rain-affected to match to draw seriesClose00New Zealand beat England by 17-runs via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method in a rain-affected third One-Day International to draw the series.READ MORE: England v New Zealand Available to UK users only.SubsectionNew ZealandPublished1 minute agoShareclose panelShare pageCop...
'Embarrassed Scottish football': Hearts release statement as chaos ensues after Celtic defeat
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Kolkata survive Gill scare: KKR crack GT code to keep playoff hopes breathing
NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a 29-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 match at Eden Gardens on Saturday, ending Gujarat’s five-match winning streak despite a fighting knock from captain Shubman Gill.
Lee and Sraga snatch G4D Open wins after final-hole drama
Simon Seungmin Lee and Jennifer Sraga secured maiden victories at The G4D Open, as Kirk Popert and Daphne van Houten missed out on a historic third win at the event.The G4D Open, staged in partnership with The R&A and the DP World Tour and supported by EDGA, was held at Celtic Manor for the first time after three previous editions at Woburn.
Hull KR hold on for thrilling win against Leigh
Hull KR hold on for thrilling win against LeighImage source, SWPixImage caption, Hull KR have now won eight games in a row in all competitionsByJay FreemanBBC Sport EnglandPublished11 minutes ago10 CommentsBetfred Super LeagueLeigh (6) 16Tries: Alick-Wiencke, Charnley, Hughes Goals: Cook 2Hull KR (20) 20Tries: Hiku, Davies, Mourgue Goals: Martin 4Hull KR held on for a stunning Super League victory against Leigh Leopards, who mounted an incredible second half comeback.Jacob Alick-Wiencke sent Lei...