Category: Sports

Inter Miami Owner Signing Barcelona’s Jordi Alba to Join Pal Messi

Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas told reporters Tuesday that the club is signing Spanish defender Jordi Alba, another former FC Barcelona teammate of Lionel Messi. Miami signed Messi, the seven-time Ballon d’Or-winning superstar, and introduced him to fans on Sunday. The club also added Sergio Busquets, who played with Messi and Alba at Barcelona. Alba,…


Parity, Bigger Field Mean There Could Be Surprises at the Women’s World Cup

There could be some some surprises at the Women’s World Cup. Sure, the U.S. is still considered dominant, and those elite European teams have developed even more with the rise of competitive clubs. Then there’s Brazil, which always seems on the verge of a breakout. But an expanded field of 32 teams at the tournament…


Ohtani Ties Score With 35th Homer, Angels Beat Yankees 4–3 in 10 Innings

ANAHEIM, Calif.—Even with constant questions about his future, Shohei Ohtani continues to produce at an amazing clip for the Los Angeles Angels. The two-way star tied the score in the seventh inning with his major league-leading 35th home run. That set the stage for pinch-hitter Michael Stefanic’s game-ending single in the 10th that gave the…


‘Gross Exaggeration’: Organisers Dispute Premier’s Claims of Cost Blow-Outs for Commonwealth Games

Organisers have blamed the Victorian Labor government for contributing to any cost blowout in hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Commonwealth Games Australia CEO Craig Phillips issued the statement in response to Victorian Labor Premier Daniel Andrews’ announcement on July 18 that the state would withdraw as host of the Games—meaning organisers will be left to…


Victoria Scraps 2026 Commonwealth Games as Massive Debts Sting

The Australian state of Victoria has decided to withdraw as host of the 2026 Commonwealth Games as it battles financial problems caused by massive COVID-19 debts and high government expenses. On July 18, Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews announced that the state would no longer host the 2026 event because of a funding blowout. The Games…


Taylor’s Grand Slam Helps Dodgers Snap Baltimore’s 8-game Winning Streak With 6–4 Victory

BALTIMORE—Chris Taylor hit a grand slam on an 0-2 pitch in the sixth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat Baltimore 6–4, snapping the Orioles’ eight-game winning streak Monday night, July 17. Los Angeles trailed 4–1 entering the sixth before Will Smith’s RBI single. Baltimore starter Grayson Rodriguez left with men on first…


After Phelps, a Kinder, Gentler Bob Bowman Still Producing Top Swimmers

INDIANAPOLIS—When Bob Bowman was coaching the world’s greatest swimmer, he’d be the first to concede he was not a very nice person at the pool. Screaming, berating and belittling were an accepted part of the package. Given that Michael Phelps won 23 Olympic gold medals, Bowman had little reason to question his over-the-top techniques. Then,…


Inter Miami Officially Sign Sergio Busquets to Join Lionel Messi

The expected addition of former FC Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets became official Sunday when Inter Miami announced they have signed the 35-year-old Spaniard to a deal through the 2025 season. Busquets is a close friend and former teammate of international star Lionel Messi. Inter Miami officially announced Messi’s long-awaited signing on Saturday. Inter Miami scheduled…


Linn Grant Wins First LPGA Title at Dana Open, Beating Allisen Corpuz by 3 Shots

SYLVANIA, Ohio—Linn Grant won her first LPGA Tour title after an outstanding start to her career in Europe, enduring a charge from U.S. Women’s Open champion Allisen Corpuz and closing with a 3–under 68 for a three-shot victory in the Dana Open on Sunday. Allisen Corpuz hits her approach shot onto the 18th green during…


Astros Go Deep 5 Times to Rally for 9–8 Win Over Angels Despite Ohtani’s MLB-Best 34th Homer

ANAHEIM, Calif.—Houston outfielder Kyle Tucker ended up having the final word in what was a wild weekend series between the Astros and Los Angeles Angels. Tucker hit a solo shot in the ninth inning that ended up being the game-winning home run and then made a diving catch in right field for the final out…