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In winning the tougher second division of the Arkansas Derby, Nadal remained unbeaten. The Bob Baffert-trained cold also took over the Kentucky Derby points lead. (Image: Coady Photography)

What Did We Learn About Major Kentucky Derby Hopefuls?

The Arkansas Derby is behind us and a work-in-progress Kentucky Derby Trail lies in front of us. With tracks around the country beginning to open again in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, and Churchill Downs officials still mapping out prep races, it’s a good time to see where the […]

Tiger Woods drops to his knees in pain at a tournament. Woods said running caused major damage to his body over the years. (Image: Getty)

Tiger Woods Blames Running for His Knee and Back Problems

It didn’t take long for Tiger Woods to jog his memory about the damage running did to his body. The 44-year-old was on GOLFTV last Friday answering questions from fans. One of the questions came from someone who asked him about possible regrets. “If you had one thing you could […]

Fans won't see the gates wheeled into place at Churchill Downs, but horses and jockeys will starting May 16. (Image: Christopher Fryer)

Churchill Downs Announces New Race Schedule, Key Spring Stakes

After not hosting the Kentucky Derby on the first Saturday in May for the first time in 75 years, Churchill Downs officials released its first condition book of races and its entire stakes schedule for its spring meet. The proposed slate features 16 stakes races and offers $2.25 million in […]

Marshawn Lynch, as Giggles, during a party scene in an episode of "Westworld" on HBO. (Image: HBO)

Beastmode Comeback? Marshawn Lynch Could Return to the Seattle Seahawks

One day after Marshawn “Beastmode” Lynch appeared in the final episode of “Westworld” season three, the former All-Pro running back hinted at a potential comeback with the Seattle Seahawks when he said, “Expect the unexpected.” Lynch, 34, came out of retirement at the end of last season. He played in […]

The Association of Ringside Physicians backed off its recommendation to postpone all combat sports, but still wants organizers to take all necessary precautions. (Image: AP)

Ringside Physicians Say Combat Sports Can Resume with Proper Precautions

The Association of Ringside Physicians (ARP) now says that combat sports can resume safely during the COVID-19 pandemic, provided that organizers take all necessarily precautions to ensure the safety of everyone involved. That’s a reversal from the organization’s previous stance, which was that all combat sports events should be postponed […]

Erangel is first maps introduced on PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG). (Image: Tencent)

PUBG Mobile: Erangel Survival Guide, Tips, and Loot Map

Erangel, the first and main map for PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG), is still the most popular venue in the highly successful battle royale game by Tencent Gaming. We share a few tips on where to look for loot on the Erangel map other than the popular places like Pochinki, the military […]

Magnus Carlsen defeated Hikaru Nakamura in the final of the Magnus Carlsen Invitational, winning $70,000. (Image: Maria Emelianova/FIDE)

Magnus Carlsen Wins Namesake Invitational, Sportsbooks Add More Online Chess Markets

Magnus Carlsen defeated Hikaru Nakamura 2.5-1.5 in a back-and-forth final to win the first-ever Magnus Carlsen Invitational. Carlsen earned the $70,000 first prize in the online chess tournament, which came together due to the COVID-19 pandemic eliminating live chess events. Carlsen Fends Off Nakamura in Back-And-Forth Final The final saw […]

Commissioner Roger Goodell said he doesn’t anticipate any delays to the NFL 2020 schedule, and said the season should start on Sept. 10. (Image: AP)

Officials Determined to Keep 2020 NFL Season on Schedule

NFL officials have confirmed a report that they plan to start and finish the 2020 season on time, barring any unforeseen complications due to the coronavirus pandemic. The league plans to release its official schedule later this week, but says the opening game will be on Sept. 10, and that […]

William Byron celebrates after winning the virtual race at Dover International Speedway. (Image: Fox Sports)

William Byron Wins His Third iRacing Event

William Byron won his third virtual race, taking Sunday’s eNASCAR Pro Invitational iRacing Series event at the virtual version of Dover International Speedway. Byron has now won three of the last four iRacing events. Byron previously captured iRacing wins at Bristol and Richmond, and said after the Dover victory that […]

Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan defends Detroit Pistons guard Isaiah Thomas during the 1991 NBA Playoffs. (Image: Getty)

Bad Boys Detroit Pistons and the So-Called ‘Jordan Rules’

“The Last Dance” documentary on Michael Jordan referenced the “Jordan Rules” multiple times. The “Jordan Rules” were a specific set of rules the Detroit Pistons conjured up to stop Air Jordan and the Chicago Bulls in the playoffs. In addition, sportswriter Sam Smith titled a searing tell-all book published in […]

Santa Anita Park's revamped spring stakes schedule could use a Zenyatta-like performance to help the beleaguered track. (Image: Jae C. Hong/AP)

Santa Anita Park Releases Full Stakes Schedule, Pending Resumption

With its plan to safely resume racing on May 15 officially in the hands of local legislators, Santa Anita Park laid out its revamped spring stakes schedule – a schedule featuring the Santa Anita Derby and Santa Anita Oaks on June 6. That day sets up as the revamped meet’s […]

Miami Dolphins head coach Don Shula with RB Larry Csonka in the early 1970s. (Image: AP)

RIP Don Shula, Miami Dolphins Coach Passes Away at 90

Hall of Fame head coach Don Shula, the winningest coach in NFL history with a lifetime record of 347-173-6, passed away on Monday at age 90. Shula played pro football for several seasons as a defensive back before beginning his legendary coaching career, which included two Super Bowl victories with […]

The USWNT won the 2019 World Cup, but is unlikely to prevail in its lawsuit with the USSF. (Image:Getty)

How the USWNT Equal Pay Lawsuit Derailed, Settlement Still Possible

A federal judge dismissed the equal pay portion of the US women’s national soccer team’s (USWNT) lawsuit. Although some working conditions claims against the US Soccer Federation (USSF) can proceed, Friday’s decision puts more pressure on the USWNT to settle out of court. The USWNT is strong and strident. The […]

Ex-Cincinnati Bengals QB Andy Dalton drops back to pass against the Dallas Cowboys at Texas Stadium. (Image: Wesley Hitt/Getty)

Dallas Cowboys Sign Andy Dalton to 1-Year Deal as Backup QB

In a move that Jerry Jones insists has nothing to do with starting quarterback Dak Prescott’s contract negotiations, the Dallas Cowboys signed Andy Dalton to a one-year deal worth upwards of $7 million. Dalton, 32, turns 33 in October. He’s expected to backup Prescott. Both the Cowboys and Prescott have […]

Magnus Carlsen (left) and Hikaru Nakamura (right) will face off in the final of the Magnus Carlsen Invitational. (Image: Chess.com/Maria Emelianova)

Magnus Carlsen Invitational: Nakamura, Carlsen Overcome Adversity to Reach Finals

The two most prolific speed chess players in the world will meet in the finals of the Magnus Carlsen Invitational, as Hikaru Namakura and Magnus Carlsen each advanced after tightly contested semifinal matches. Both players dealt with frustrating moments in their semifinals matches before advancing. Nakamura Prevails in Blitz Tiebreaker […]

Matthew McConaughey proudly wears his Austin FC colors, surrounded by Shawne "Lights Out" Merriman, LA Rams QB Jared Goff and LAFC part-owner Will Farell (Image: LAFC)

Private Equity Fund to Buy Minority Stakes in Professional Sports

Arctos Sports Partners, a new private equity firm, is looking to buy minority stakes in US major league sports teams and European soccer clubs. Private equity firms often buy troubled assets and — in the coronavirus era — sports franchises now fit that model. But high franchise valuations may be […]