IOC president Thomas Bach calls governments ‘deplorable’ for negative reactions to Russia stance
IOC president Thomas Bach speaks during an IOC executive board meeting on March 27, 2023. Fabrice Coffrini/AFP/Getty Images CNN — International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach has blasted some…
AFL star Jamarra Ugle-Hagan recreates iconic anti-racism gesture after enduring racist taunts in prior match
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan points to his skin as he celebrates a goal on March 30, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. Daniel Pockett/Getty Images CNN — Australian Football League (AFL) star Jamarra Ugle-Hagan…
How Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger went from bitter rivals to dinner companions
Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger have become close friends. David Price/Arsenal FC/Getty Images CNN — Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger helped create one of the greatest rivalries the Premier League…
The haunting Masters meltdown that changed Rory McIlroy’s career
A baby-faced McIlroy looked primed to claim his first major title at The Masters in 2011. The 21-year-old teed off with a commanding four-shot final day lead in Augusta and,…
Being a woman in chess can feel ‘lonely’ says streamer Anna Cramling, as the game grapples with harsh truths
Anna Cramling is one of the most popular chess streamers online. Courtesy Madelene Belinki CNN — With multiple women coming forward about their disturbing experiences in the chess world, including…
Sands United: The soccer club that’s tackling grief
Sands United soccer clubs are providing support for bereaved dads throughout the UK. Wharton Images/Sands United FC Editor’s Note: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts…
Manchester United is for sale, who could buy the world-famous club?
The Glazer family are currently considering offers from bidders. Michael Regan/Getty Images CNN — The owners of Manchester United are more than simply the custodians of a soccer club. For,…
How golf’s ‘Quadzilla’ Kurt Kitayama went from NBA hopeful to a PGA Tour champion
Quadzilla, Kurt Kitayama: Blending the name of the reptilian movie monster with the term for a group of thigh muscles, “Quadzilla” was the nickname gifted to Kurt Kitayama by fellow…
‘Thank you Jordan for hitting me’: Jordan Spieth’s ball hits two fans and breaks a phone at Dell Match Play
Jordan Spieth plays his shot on the seventh hole during day two of the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play at Austin Country Club on March 23. Tom Pennington/Getty Images…
Quadzilla, Shrek, Pink Panther: Golf’s strangest nicknames
Shrek, Louis Oosthuizen: Some might not be keen on being compared to a swamp-dwelling ogre, but Louis Oosthuizen leaned into it, club headcovers and all. “It’s the gap in my…