Venus Williams bows out in first round of women’s singles at US Open
Venus Williams stretches to make a shot during a US Open women’s singles match Tuesday. Simon Bruty/USTA/AP CNN — A day after her sister Serena advanced to the second round…
Tom Brady and Tampa Bay Buccaneers make NFL playoffs as New York Giants seals place in postseason
Tom Brady of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates after a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the game against the Carolina Panthers. Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images CNN — Tom Brady and…
Robert Williams III’s powerful dunk blamed for 35-minute delay in NBA game
Workers struggle to replace the rim after it was bent during a dunk by Boston Celtics’ Robert Williams III. David Zalubowski/AP CNN — Despite the Denver Nuggets beating the Boston…
The year in sport: A fond farewell for some, a glimpse of the future for others
Lionel Messi celebrates with fans and teammates after winning the World Cup in Qatar. Michael Regan/FIFA via Getty Images CNN — An athlete, former jockey AP McCoy said earlier this…
‘I’m tired as hell,’ says Luka Dončić after making NBA history with record-breaking triple-double in the Dallas Mavericks’ win over the New York Knicks
Luka Dončić recorded a historic stat line in the Mavericks’ win over the Knicks. Tim Heitman/Getty Images North America/Getty Images CNN — Luka Dončić put up a historic triple-double in…
Kylian Mbappé rescues PSG with last-gasp winner in first match since World Cup final
Kylian Mbappé celebrates after scoring a last-minute penalty for PSG in his first match since the World Cup final. JULIEN DE ROSA/AFP/AFP via Getty Images CNN — Just 10 days…
PSG loses for the first time since March as Lens closes gap at the top of Ligue 1
Kylian Mbappé failed to score as PSG lost to Lens in Ligue 1. FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP/AFP via Getty Images CNN — Paris Saint-Germain suffered a first defeat since March as…
LeBron James scores season-high 47 points on 38th birthday
“Definitely felt like a kid again,” said James. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images CNN — LeBron James knows how to celebrate in style, scoring a season-high 47 points as he inspired…
Real Madrid star Vinícius Jr. says LaLiga ‘doing nothing’ over racist abuse
Vinícius Jr. in action against Real Valladolid. David S. Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images CNN — Real Madrid forward Vinícius Jr. accused LaLiga of “doing nothing” about racism at matches after the Brazil…
Georgia Bulldogs defeat Ohio State Buckeyes to advance to the College Football Playoff Championship
The Ohio State Buckeyes offense lines up against the Georgia Bulldogs defense during the third quarter Saturday in Atlanta. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images CNN — The Georgia Bulldogs have advanced…