This North Korean player stunned the soccer world – then disappeared
North Korea’s most famous football star hasn’t been seen in three years. Han Kwang Song made his last pubic appearance in August of 2020, winning the…
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‘You have to ask for help if you need it’: Billie Jean King responds to Emma Raducanu describing the tour as ‘completely brutal’
50 years after founding the WTA, Billie Jean King tells Christiane Amanpour about her trailblazing career, the difficulties facing players today and…
Continue Reading Magnus Carlsen headlines new chess tournament ‘to scale the game to a billion fans’
5-time World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen speaks with CNN’s Coy Wire about the inaugural franchise-based Global Chess League (GCL) and its unique…
Continue Reading Racism, sexism and class-based discrimination ‘widespread’ in English cricket, independent report finds
An independent report into the culture of cricket in England and Wales has found racism, class-based discrimination, elitism and sexism to be…
Continue Reading The golf academy in the ‘City of God’
In the Cidade de Deus favela, Marcelo Modesto is inspiring children with his golf…
Continue Reading 7-foot-4 Frenchman Victor Wembanyama taken by the San Antonio Spurs with first pick of NBA Draft
Shaun Powell from NBA.com caught up with teenage sensation Victor Wembanyama about which players he’s modeled his game after, how he feels about the…
Continue Reading Manchester United great Andy Cole opens up about his dad, who worked as a coal miner, and racism on Windrush Day
Former Manchester United great Andy Cole says that his father Lincoln never wanted him to play football when he was growing up because of the racism…
Continue Reading Lionel Messi reportedly expected to make Inter Miami debut in July
Former US Men’s national team player Kyle Martino joins CNN This Morning to discuss what Lionel Messi’s move to Inter Miami means for Major League…
Continue Reading Why five women embarked on a 3,500-mile skateboard journey across Europe
On nothing but a “plank of wood and four wheels,” a group of women are careering down mountain roads at breakneck speed, constantly on the lookout…
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Mexican diver Diego Balleza opens OnlyFans account to pay for Olympics training
MEXICO CITY, Mexico (ABC) —Â As a prominent 10-meter diver, Diego Balleza is used to wearing small swimsuits that show off his body. Now, desperate…
Continue Reading Uber driver Berry Henson set for first major appearance after qualifying for US Open
Berry Henson, professional golfer and part-time Uber driver, speaks ahead of his dream major debut at the age of…
Continue Reading Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie died from childbirth complications, autopsy finds
CNN’s Laura Coates discusses her personal childbirth experience as a Black woman in America with Dr. Kameelah Phillips who shares tips on how Black…
Continue Reading Erling Haaland could have scored more goals during record-breaking season, says Kevin De Bruyne
The Champions League final this weekend pits Manchester City against Inter Milan. One of City’s top playmakers, Kevin De Bruyne, spoke with CNN’s…
Continue Reading ‘The Miracle of Istanbul.’ When Liverpool produced one of soccer’s greatest comebacks
Former Liverpool defender Sami Hyypia reflects on the 2005 Champions League final against AC Milan where the Reds fell behind 3-0 at halftime before…
Continue Reading MLB postpones games as wildfire smoke continues to wreak havoc on US sports
New York City is being shrouded in smoke from wildfires raging in Canada. Footage from the Statue of Liberty EarthCam shows the famous skyline…
Continue Reading Lionel Messi says he’s going to MLS club Inter Miami
The Argentine World Cup winner says that having left Paris St. Germain, he’s on his way to Major League Soccer and Inter…
Continue Reading US Senate opens investigation into new partnership between PGA Tour and LIV Golf
Former US Open Champion Bryson DeChambeau joins CNN’s Kaitlin Collins to discuss the brand new partnership between the PGA tour, LIV Golf, and DP…
Continue Reading Rory McIlroy says he still hates LIV Golf but concedes unifying tours will be good for the game
The US-based PGA Tour reconciles with the Saudi-backed breakaway LIV Golf, ending a feud that has dogged the sport for the past year. CNN’s Paula…
Continue Reading New York Yankees host Chicago White Sox in smoke-shrouded game following Canadian wildfires
New York City’s mayor is urging residents to limit their outdoor activities as smoke from Canadian wildfires smothers the region. CNN’s Laura Aguirre…
Continue Reading LIV Golf and PGA Tour merger: here’s everything you need to know
The US-based PGA Tour is set to partner with the Saudi-backed breakaway LIV Golf, ending a feud that has dogged the men’s professional game for the…
Continue Reading Patrick Mahomes draws laughter at White House as he steers Travis Kelce away from microphone
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce drew laughter from the crowd after he attempted to speak during his team’s meeting with President Joe…
Continue Reading Top soccer players could form union to tackle racist abuse, Romelu Lukaku says
Soccer superstar Romelu Lukaku has called on the sport’s authorities to do more in the fight against racism and discrimination saying that “more…
Continue Reading A tearful Romelu Lukaku opens up about his rise from poverty to the Champions League final
Inter Milan star striker Romelu Lukaku sits down with CNN’s Darren Lewis for an exclusive interview ahead of the Champions League final. Lukaku…
Continue Reading Elton John serenaded by Manchester City players at airport in FA Cup celebrations
Manchester City players bumped into Elton John at the airport and serenaded him with a rendition of “Your Song” after beating Manchester United to…
Continue Reading Barcelona banishes past disappointments with dramatic Women’s Champions League victory
Barcelona rallied from two goals down to defeat Wolsburg 3-2. Former Wolfsburg defender Rebecca Smith speaks with Patrick Snell about the match and…
Continue Reading Manchester City beats Manchester United in the FA Cup to maintain its quest for historic ‘treble’
Manchester City defeated Manchester United 2-1 to earn their second title of the season, and become one step closer to the historic treble. CNN…
Continue Reading Yogi Berra: ‘It Ain’t Over’ documentary reassesses baseball great’s remarkable career and life
A new documentary film aims to re-evaluate baseball great Yogi Berra’s legacy for a new generation of sports…
Continue Reading Michael Jordan was ‘horrible player’ and ‘horrible to play with,’ says former Chicago Bulls teammate Scottie Pippen
Six-time NBA champion Scottie Pippen appeared to criticize former Chicago Bulls teammate Michael Jordan during a recent appearance on Stacey King’s…
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‘I got choked up a little bit,’ says Brittney Griner after playing for Phoenix Mercury in home WNBA opener
(CNN) — After spending more than 300 days in Russian custody last year, Brittney Griner made an emotional return to…
Continue Reading Indy500: How to watch ‘the biggest sporting event in the world’ where Katherine Legge will be the only woman on the start line
In the 107 year history of the Indy 500, only nine female drivers have ever raced at the brickyard. This year, the British driver Katherine Legge has…
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