Tag: Sports
Humpy Wheeler, the ‘P.T. Barnum of motorsports,’ dies at 86
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Humpy Wheeler, a pioneering motorsports promoter and former president and general manager of Charlotte Motor Speedway, has died, NASCAR said. He...
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, aka Sincaraz, rule men’s tennis as the 2025 US Open arrives
NEW YORK – OK, sure, maybe it wouldn't be rational to say there's no point in actually holding the full U.S. Open and instead...
Women are flocking to DC for a historic pro baseball tryout. Here are some players to know
Hundreds of women will flock to Washington on Friday to take their first swings at turning pro baseball dreams into reality.Some at the historic...
At the US Open, tennis stars shine under dark sky-friendly outdoor lights
NEW YORK – When the court lights flicker on at the U.S. Open, tennis stars shine under illumination designed to cut light pollution. The...
Ilona Maher wants America to fall in love with rugby during Women’s World Cup
SUNDERLAND – Ilona Maher’s mission at the Women’s Rugby World Cup is about more than just winning games.Heading into the United States’ tournament opener...
Burbank Bulldogs prepare to repeat as district 12-5A DII champs despite player graduations
The Bulldogs went 8-3 last season and a perfect 6-0 in district playSAN ANTONIO – The Burbank Bulldogs are hard at work as they...
Dodgers’ Ohtani roughed up by Rockies and leaves game after getting hit on knee by line drive
DENVER – Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani had a forgettable outing in his first career pitching start against the Colorado Rockies at...
Suarez scores twice, Inter Miami overcomes Messi’s absence to beat Tigres 2-1 in Leagues Cup
Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.Inter Miami forward Luis Surez kicks a penalty for a goal during the first half of a...
Swiatek and Ruud meet defending champs Errani and Vavassori in US Open mixed doubles final
NEW YORK – Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud will play defending champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori on Wednesday night for the U.S. Open...
49ers trade for Chiefs receiver Skyy Moore, AP source says
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – The San Francisco 49ers agreed to a deal to acquire receiver Skyy Moore from the Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday.A...