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Arizona is back among the sport’s elite. Illinois has a chance to win its first title. The Big Ten may have a team that can cut down those nets on Monday night. And UConn returns to the Final Four.
Nicole Auerbach and John Fanta react to No. 2 UConn’s last-second victory over No. 1 Duke for a trip to the Final Four thanks to freshman Braylon Mullins’ game-winning three-pointer.
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NASCAR’s eight-time most popular driver earned his second victory at the 0.526-mile oval.
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Every moment of pretty much any major sporting event can be dissected in high-definition these days, and officials and umpires are spending more and more time staring at a TV screen to review close calls. It’s also led to a type of sign language unique to the sports world.
The 49ers plan to part ways with Brandon Aiyuk, but they aren’t in any rush.
Sean McVay and Kirk Cousins worked together in Washington 10 years ago and McVay wouldn’t mind it if things work out for the two of them to work together again in Los Angeles.
After the Saints signed Travis Etienne early in free agency, head coach Kellen Moore was noncommittal about Alvin Kamara’s future with the team.
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Emerson Hancock spun six no-hit innings and struck out a career-high nine batters while Brendan Donovan continued his hot start in Seattle to lead the Mariners past the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday Night Baseball.
Hancock, who won a spot in the Mariners’ rotation in large part because of an injury to Bryce Miller, set a career high with nine strikeouts on Sunday Night Baseball.
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March Madness 2026
Nicole Auerbach and John Fanta react to No. 2 UConn’s last-second victory over No. 1 Duke for a trip to the Final Four thanks to freshman Braylon Mullins’ game-winning three-pointer.
The ninth NCAA tourney meeting between the Huskies and the Irish was their first with a spot in the Final Four on the line.
Nicole Auerbach and John Fanta discuss whether they think Illinois or Michigan can bring the NCAA Tournament title back to the Big Ten for the first time in over 25 years, including their picks for both Final Four games.
Arizona is back among the sport’s elite. Illinois has a chance to win its first title. The Big Ten may have a team that can cut down those nets on Monday night. And UConn returns to the Final Four.
Betts had 23 points, 10 rebounds and five blocks to help UCLA rally from a rare halftime deficit and beat Duke 70-58 on Sunday, advancing to the national semifinals for the second straight season.
The 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament tips off in all its glory on Wednesday, March 18.
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Multiple drivers share their thoughts on their performances during the Martinsville Speedway race, including Denny Hamlin and Ryan Blaney who reflect on a dramatic hit that proved costly for both racers.
The 30-year-old from Dawsonville, Georgia, capitalized on a shrewd gamble by crew chief Alan Gustafson to pit the No. 9 Chevrolet earlier than the other contenders.
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Cleanup man Sal Stewart climbs further and Mets rookie Carson Benge debuts.
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Woodland looked better than ever at Memorial Park, taking a one-shot lead into the final round and stretching it to seven shots until coasting home to a trophy.
Nicolai Hojgaard reflected on his performance at the Texas Children’s Houston Open while also giving his flowers to Gary Woodland for his emotional win.
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Tony Jefferson is ready for another run with the Chargers.
