Jon Root

The USMNT faces Bosnia and Herzegovina first, but Belgium, Spain, and other global powers await in a knockout path that could make World Cup history.

Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts defends Alyssa Thomas after her one-game suspension for flagrant fouls against Caitlin Clark in WNBA action.

The Orioles invited Heidi N Closet from "RuPaul's Drag Race" to Pride Night at Camden Yards, where the drag queen criticized Trump administration policies.

Sophie Cunningham's 22-second pointing confrontation with DeWanna Bonner has become the most viral meme of the WNBA season after tensions flared.

Giants CEO Larry Baer doubles down on LGBTQ support in letter to fans after Pride Night controversy involving pitchers' Genesis Bible verse protest.

Alyssa Thomas' teammate and Mercury coach Kristi Toliver defend her after WNBA suspension for reckless contact to Caitlin Clark's throat.

Giants fans clash over players writing Bible verses on pride hats as the team faces ongoing controversy at their Sacramento A's home series.

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese exchanged words during the Fever-Dream game in Atlanta after Reese took a swipe at the ball following a foul on Clark.

The Texas Rangers remain the only MLB team refusing to hold Pride Night, instead hosting a Faith & Family Night featuring nearly a quarter of the roster.

The USMNT won its first two 2026 FIFA World Cup matches for the first time since 1930, clinching first in Group D with a real path to win it all.

Freddy, the viral World Cup fan, got stranded in Dallas and sparked a bidding war among airlines, private jet owners, and even Utah's governor.

After Christian San Francisco Giants players protested Pride Night, MLB should end Pride Nights. These games are divisive and alienates players and millions of fans.

The USMNT's 4-1 win over Paraguay drew 15.986 million viewers, making it the most-watched men's World Cup telecast in English-language U.S. history.

The NBA should adopt FIFA's new mistaken identity VAR rule to punish flopping in real time, rescinding fouls and assessing technical fouls to floppers.

Giants pitcher Landen Roupp wrote Genesis 9:12-16 on his hat during San Francisco's Pride Night, saying the rainbow points to God's covenant.

Canadian fans booed the United States during the World Cup Parade of Nations, continuing a pattern that has preceded multiple losses on the ice.

President Trump called the USMNT to send support before their first World Cup match vs Paraguay, telling coach Pochettino they could go all the way.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup introduces mandatory three-minute hydration breaks in every match, sparking debate among coaches and fans about game rhythm.

Dodgers pitcher Blake Treinen refused to wear an LGBTQ pride hat during Pride Night, standing firm in his Christian faith and Biblical convictions.

Russian athletes face flag bans and political scrutiny at 2026 French Open as Mirra Andreeva wins Roland Garros amid ongoing neutrality policies.

President Trump plans to attend NBA Finals Game 3 at Madison Square Garden, drawing sharp criticism from Hakeem Jeffries and making history.

The WNBA says nothing is finalized regarding USA 250 patches for the All-Star Game as players like Brianna Turner publicly criticize the commemoration.

Team Norway's Viking-themed World Cup photoshoot by David Yarrow features Erling Haaland in warrior attire as they qualify for the first time in 28 years.

Caitlin Clark's turnovers are the one flaw following her otherwise historic WNBA career, as she averages a league-leading 5.2 turnovers per game.

Jaxson Dart spoke to media after controversy over introducing President Trump at a New York rally, while teammate Abdul Carter publicly criticized his decision.

The Washington Nationals fired Sean Hudson after O'Keefe Media Group footage allegedly showed him admitting to religious discrimination against a player.

Teenager João Fonseca completed an incredible five-set comeback match to upset Novak Djokovic at the French Open, handing him his first loss to a teen.

The Washington Nationals reportedly fired executive Sean Hudson after a hidden camera video showed him allegedly targeting pitcher Trevor Williams.

Disney's Star Wars reportedly can't keep a film atop the box office for a week, as The Mandalorian and Grogu falls behind Solo's adjusted numbers.

Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart faced criticism for introducing Trump at a New York rally, sparking a flawed comparison to Colin Kaepernick's social justice activism on the field.