US shot putter Raven Saunders makes 'X' in podium pose after winning silver

When asked what the "X" meant, Raven Saunders, who is openly gay, has contemplated suicide and seen poverty and depression, explained: ”It's the intersection of where all people who are oppressed meet."

Amid chaotic waters in Tokyo, at this time in 2012 Phelps broke Olympic world record

On July 31, 2012, Michael Phelps won his 19th medal in London, moving one ahead of Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina. And he wasn’t done yet — and he’s still a big part of this year’s games, too.

Unvaccinated US swimmer Michael Andrew goes maskless with reporters

Swimmer Michael Andrew, who is already under scrutiny for saying he wasn't vaccinated against COVID-19, didn't wear a mask behind the scenes Friday after swimming his final.

Olympic champ Sunisa Lee still focused on college, not fame

Sunisa Lee’s life changed the second she placed a gold medal around her neck. The newly minted Olympic gymnastic champion’s plans, however, have not. At least for now.

Michael Andrew, the unvaccinated US swimmer, goes maskless at Tokyo Olympics

Michael Andrew, the American swimmer already under scrutiny for saying he wasn't vaccinated against COVID-19, didn't wear a mask behind the scenes at the Tokyo Olympics.

NCAA to convene constitutional convention to propose ‘dramatic changes’

The NCAA has set the stage for major reforms, announcing a constitutional convention would be convened this November to propose drastic changes to its constitution.

Washington Nationals trade Max Scherzer, Trea Turner to Los Angeles Dodgers

The Washington Nationals have finalized their highly anticipated deal to trade ace Max Scherzer and star shortstop Trea Turner to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Tokyo Olympics: US women's soccer team defeats the Netherlands on penalty kicks

Megan Rapinoe converted the deciding penalty in a shootout and the United States advanced to the semifinals of the women’s Olympic soccer tournament 4-2 following a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands.

Slim and trim Ezekiel Elliott says he’s ready to run

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is now back to the same weight he was as a college freshman at Ohio State.

Austin FC signs final designated player Sebastian Driussi

25-year-old Argentinian Sebastian Driussi was introduced at a news conference by Austin's Major League Soccer club's Sporting Director Claudio Reyna.

Austin FC signs final designated player Sebastian Driussi
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Sebastian Driussi is the third and final designated player signed by Austin's Major League Soccer club. The 25-year-old Argentinian is an attacking midfielder.

SEC votes 14-0 to invite Texas, Oklahoma to join conference

Southeastern Conference members voted unanimously on Thursday to invite Texas and Oklahoma to join, a seismic move in the world of college athletics.

Dak Prescott on Simone Biles: ‘I understand where she's coming from’

Dak Prescott said he understands what USA gymnast Simone Biles is going through as she battles mental health challenges and there shouldn't be any judgement of her decisions.

Pelicans' Jaxson Hayes arrested, hospitalized following physical altercation with LAPD officers

New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes was arrested and hospitalized following an altercation with LAPD officers in Woodland Hills. According to the department, the incident may have involved force being applied to Hayes’ neck.

St. Paul gymnast Suni Lee wins all-around gold at Tokyo Olympics

Suni Lee, 18, of St. Paul, Minnesota won the individual all-around gold medal in the women's gymnastics at the Tokyo Olympics Thursday, the fifth straight American woman to do so.