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Rugby World Cup final win would mean so much to South Africa, says coach Rassie Erasmus

November 1, 2019 7:27 AM CNN

Wearing a No. 6 Springboks shirt, South Africa’s new democratically-elected president Nelson Mandela handed over the Web Ellis Cup to captain…

New York Marathon: ‘Running is difficult, it is painful,’ says Mary Keitany

November 1, 2019 7:00 AM CNN

When Mary Keitany was a young girl the journey to and from school was 13 miles. Mostly she walked, but other times she ran carrying her heavy books…

MotoGP has a problem. Can 20-year-old Fabio Quartararo solve it?

November 1, 2019 6:28 AM CNN

Back in 2013, MotoGP was at a crossroads. Stung by criticism that top class racing had become dull and predictable, it was undergoing a technical…

All Blacks run rampant against Wales to end Rugby World Cup on a high

November 1, 2019 6:03 AM CNN

New Zealand ended its Rugby World Cup campaign on a conciliatory high by beating Wales 40-17 in the third-place playoff match at the International…

80 minutes from glory: Can South Africa upset favorite England?

November 1, 2019 4:08 AM CNN

After six weeks and 44 games, the Rugby World Cup boils down to 80 minutes between England and South Africa. A new champion will be crowned in…

Chapin, Montwood & Centennial win big on Thursday night

October 31, 2019 11:05 PM Adrian Ochoa

Montwood 54 Socorro 14 El Dorado 14 Chapin 36 Gadsden 0 Centennial…

Downtown El Paso buildings to light up blue & yellow, fly Locos flag for playoff game

October 31, 2019 5:36 PM KVIA ABC-7

EL PASO, Texas — El Paso Locomotive FC will play their first home playoff match in their inaugural season this Saturday against…

World Series Game 7: Washington Nationals defeat Houston Astros to clinch first World Series

October 31, 2019 9:44 AM CNN

The Washington Nationals have clinched their first World Series title after defeating the host Houston Astros 6-2 in Game 7 on Wednesday night at…

Juan Soto had his first beer with his Nationals teammates after winning the World Series

October 31, 2019 9:43 AM CNN

The Champagne and beer flowed continuously in the Washington Nationals clubhouse after the team won its first World Series in franchise history. And…

Ash Barty’s star shines brightly at WTA Finals as she reaches semis

October 31, 2019 9:39 AM CNN

An already stellar season for Ashleigh Barty got even better when the Australian advanced to the semifinals at the women’s year-end tennis…

Stephen Strasburg named World Series MVP after dominant postseason

October 31, 2019 9:33 AM CNN

When the Washington Nationals needed him, pitcher Stephen Strasburg delivered. After a dominant postseason ending with the first World Series title…

Liverpool could withdraw from Carabao Cup due to fixture clashes

October 31, 2019 5:47 AM CNN

It was a night of euphoria for Liverpool fans as the Reds beat Arsenal on penalties after a 10-goal Carabao Cup thriller, but manager Jurgen Klopp…

Steph Curry breaks hand as Warriors lose to Suns

October 31, 2019 4:47 AM CNN

NBA star Steph Curry suffered a broken hand in the Golden State Warriors’ home defeat by the Phoenix Suns Wednesday night. With the Warriors…

When the US Grand Prix was staged in a Las Vegas parking lot

October 31, 2019 4:19 AM CNN

Las Vegas is home to high rollers and risk takers — but when Formula One rode into America’s playground in the early Eighties, the stakes…

UTEP launches ‘Defend the Don’ campaign for ‘Battle of I-10’ rivalry vs. NMSU

October 30, 2019 11:17 PM KVIA ABC-7

EL PASO, Texas — The UTEP men’s basketball team will square off against long-time rival New Mexico State in El Paso on Tuesday, Nov. 12, and the…

Former MLB All-Star Josh Hamilton faces child injury charge

October 30, 2019 9:30 PM CNN

Josh Hamilton, a former American League Most Valuable Player for the Texas Rangers, is accused of throwing his eldest daughter on a bed and beating…

Week 9: Sweet Play of the Week, Christian Ronquillo & the Del Valle Conquistadores

October 30, 2019 7:24 PM Adrian Ochoa

The Del Valle Conquistadores are the winners of the Sweet Play of the Week for week 9 of the high school football season. In the game against Bel…

Diego Maradona receives hero’s welcome — and a throne — on return to former club

October 30, 2019 11:52 AM CNN

Even by Diego Maradona’s flamboyant standards, it was a night to remember. The Argentine football legend received a hero’s welcome…

Former UTEP running back Aaron Jones wins NFC Offensive Player of the Week for 2nd time this season

October 30, 2019 10:08 AM Mauricio Casillas

GREEN BAY, Wisconsin — Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones continues to make El Paso proud with his stellar play on the field. Jones was…

Svitolina advances at WTA Finals as injured Andreescu eliminated

October 30, 2019 9:51 AM CNN

When Elina Svitolina was told in July an undefeated champion at the WTA Finals would receive $4.725 million — the biggest payday in tennis…

Vlatko Andonovski: New USWNT coach feels weight of expectation

October 30, 2019 6:40 AM CNN

How do you build on near perfection? That is the daunting challenge facing Vlatko Andonovski after the 43-year-old was appointed as the new head…

England’s Haka response was ‘fantastic,’ says NZ coach Steve Hansen

October 30, 2019 4:59 AM CNN

New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen has described the England team’s controversial response to the All Blacks’ Haka ahead of their Rugby…

This footballer was racially abused by a fan … then banned for six matches

October 30, 2019 4:32 AM CNN

“We got awarded a penalty … and I heard shouts: ‘You black b******,’” Linford Harris recalls. High-profile incidents of…

Japan 2019: The joy of sleeping in a capsule hotel

October 30, 2019 4:24 AM CNN

It’s a short ride from Kyoto to Osaka. And like all our other rail journeys throughout Japan, we accessorized the experience with snacks from…

Messi eclipses Ronaldo’s club goal tally after scoring twice for Barcelona

October 30, 2019 4:14 AM CNN

In their ongoing battle to break records — and outdo each other — Lionel Messi went one up on Cristiano Ronaldo. Or make that two up,…

LeBron James sends taco truck to feed firefighters in LA

October 29, 2019 5:54 PM CNN

Firefighters and first responders battling the Getty Fire were treated to a warm meal courtesy of NBA star LeBron James, according to Los Angeles…

NCAA says athletes may profit from name, image and likeness

October 29, 2019 3:19 PM CNN

The NCAA Board of Governors on Tuesday voted unanimously to allow student-athletes to be paid for the use of their name, image and likeness once its…

World Series: Astros look to snap road-team win streak in Game 6

October 29, 2019 1:17 PM CNN

In a World Series where neither team has won a home game, the Houston Astros are taking a 3-2 series lead … home. The first pitch of Game 6 is…

Italian soccer stars banned for blasphemy

October 29, 2019 10:27 AM CNN

Two Italian soccer players have been given one-match bans for blasphemy after being filmed taking God’s name in vain while out on the field of…

Tom Brady says again that he will play in the NFL until he’s 45

October 29, 2019 10:14 AM CNN

If Tom Brady, 42, can play football at a high level until he hits 45, it may be further proof that he is superhuman. The New England Patriots…