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This North Korean player stunned the soccer world – then disappeared

June 30, 2023 6:08 PM CNN

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…

Naomi Osaka withdrew from the 2021 French Open

‘You have to ask for help if you need it’: Billie Jean King responds to Emma Raducanu describing the tour as ‘completely brutal’

June 30, 2023 1:17 AM CNN

50 years after founding the WTA, Billie Jean King tells Christiane Amanpour about her trailblazing career, the difficulties facing players today and…

Magnus Carlsen of SG Alpine Warriors plays against Viswanathan Anand of Ganges Grandmasters during the Global Chess League event in Dubai.

Magnus Carlsen headlines new chess tournament ‘to scale the game to a billion fans’

June 29, 2023 2:33 AM CNN

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…

An aerial view of Lord's cricket ground on May 12

Racism, sexism and class-based discrimination ‘widespread’ in English cricket, independent report finds

June 27, 2023 4:50 AM CNN

An independent report into the culture of cricket in England and Wales has found racism, class-based discrimination, elitism and sexism to be…

Golf is being used to try to transform the lives of the children who live in Rio de Janeiro’s notorious Cidade de Deus.

The golf academy in the ‘City of God’

June 23, 2023 2:05 AM CNN

In the Cidade de Deus favela, Marcelo Modesto is inspiring children with his golf…

Victor Wembanyama played in the French league this season.

7-foot-4 Frenchman Victor Wembanyama taken by the San Antonio Spurs with first pick of NBA Draft

June 22, 2023 9:49 PM CNN

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…

Cole's son Devante is a professional footballer for English side Barnsley.

Manchester United great Andy Cole opens up about his dad, who worked as a coal miner, and racism on Windrush Day

June 22, 2023 4:43 AM CNN

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…

Messi earlier this month confirmed to Spanish news outlets he would be making the move.

Lionel Messi reportedly expected to make Inter Miami debut in July

June 21, 2023 2:29 AM CNN

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…

The documentary follows the group – German Schauerte

Why five women embarked on a 3,500-mile skateboard journey across Europe

June 17, 2023 4:24 AM CNN

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…

Mexican diver Diego Balleza opens OnlyFans account to pay for Olympics training

June 15, 2023 9:50 AM ABC News

MEXICO CITY, Mexico (ABC) — As a prominent 10-meter diver, Diego Balleza is used to wearing small swimsuits that show off his body. Now, desperate…

Henson will make his major debut at the US Open.

Uber driver Berry Henson set for first major appearance after qualifying for US Open

June 14, 2023 10:04 AM CNN

Berry Henson, professional golfer and part-time Uber driver, speaks ahead of his dream major debut at the age of…

Tori Bowie of the United States crosses the finish line to win the 4x100m relay final at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie died from childbirth complications, autopsy finds

June 14, 2023 6:20 AM CNN

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…

The Manchester United team -- including Cole (front right) -- celebrate winning the treble as they make their way through Manchester during a bus parade.

Erling Haaland could have scored more goals during record-breaking season, says Kevin De Bruyne

June 9, 2023 5:01 PM CNN

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…

Dida still struggles to understand what happened that night.

‘The Miracle of Istanbul.’ When Liverpool produced one of soccer’s greatest comebacks

June 9, 2023 2:20 AM CNN

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…

Zack Wheeler of the Philadelphia Phillies warms up at Citizens Bank Park on June 7.

MLB postpones games as wildfire smoke continues to wreak havoc on US sports

June 8, 2023 9:59 AM CNN

New York City is being shrouded in smoke from wildfires raging in Canada. Footage from the Statue of Liberty EarthCam shows the famous skyline…

Lionel Messi looks on during the Ligue 1 match between Paris Saint-Germain and AC Ajaccio in May.

Lionel Messi says he’s going to MLS club Inter Miami

June 7, 2023 4:18 PM CNN

The Argentine World Cup winner says that having left Paris St. Germain, he’s on his way to Major League Soccer and Inter…

Brooks Koepka putts on the 18th green during a LIV Golf event on October 30

US Senate opens investigation into new partnership between PGA Tour and LIV Golf

June 7, 2023 2:19 PM CNN

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…

Rory McIlroy speaks with the media a day after PGA Tour's shock announcement.

Rory McIlroy says he still hates LIV Golf but concedes unifying tours will be good for the game

June 7, 2023 10:23 AM CNN

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…

Seby Zavala hit two home runs in the series opener against the Yankees.

New York Yankees host Chicago White Sox in smoke-shrouded game following Canadian wildfires

June 7, 2023 3:58 AM CNN

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…

A view of Trump National Golf Club during a practice round prior to the LIV Golf event is seen here in Bedminster

LIV Golf and PGA Tour merger: here’s everything you need to know

June 6, 2023 11:55 AM CNN

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…

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