Miki Sudo downs 37 hot dogs to win fifth women's title
NEW YORK (AP) - Miki Sudo (MIHK'-ee SOO'-doh) downed 37 franks to win her fifth straight title in the women's competition of the annual Nathan's Famous July Fourth hot dog eating contest. The Las Vegas competitor fell short of the 41 hot dogs she consumed last year but still beat out second-place finisher Michelle Lesco, of Tucson, Arizona. Lesco chowed down 28 wieners and buns.
NEW YORK (AP) - Miki Sudo (MIHK'-ee SOO'-doh) downed 37 franks to win her fifth straight title in the women's competition of the annual Nathan's Famous July Fourth hot dog eating contest. The Las Vegas competitor fell short of the 41 hot dogs she consumed last year but still beat out second-place finisher Michelle Lesco, of Tucson, Arizona. Lesco chowed down 28 wieners and buns.
What England fans mean when they say football's 'coming home'
It's coming home. It's coming. Football's coming home. At least, that's what long-deprived England soccer fans are hoping.
It's coming home. It's coming. Football's coming home. At least, that's what long-deprived England soccer fans are hoping.
Octopus that predicted Japan's World Cup outcomes killed and sold as food
A "psychic" octopus has met his fate after correctly predicting three of of Japan's results in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
A "psychic" octopus has met his fate after correctly predicting three of of Japan's results in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Minnesota United's Collin Martin publicly comes out as gay ahead of Pride match
Minnesota United midfielder Collin Martin publicly came out as gay Friday ahead of the team’s Pride Night match against FC Dallas.
Minnesota United midfielder Collin Martin publicly came out as gay Friday ahead of the team’s Pride Night match against FC Dallas.
Kobe Bryant on life after the NBA
If you think Kobe Bryant is ready for retirement, think again. The Laker great is going from the NBA to his own company, without missing a beat.
If you think Kobe Bryant is ready for retirement, think again. The Laker great is going from the NBA to his own company, without missing a beat.
Texas officials to address claims of abuse at Karolyi ranch
Investigators in Texas are expected to address allegations of criminal behavior by disgraced former sports doctor Larry Nassar at the famed gymnastics training center run by Bela and Martha Karolyi.
Investigators in Texas are expected to address allegations of criminal behavior by disgraced former sports doctor Larry Nassar at the famed gymnastics training center run by Bela and Martha Karolyi.
Brazilians hold funeral for Germany while Mexicans hold parade for South Korea; sports are great
It was an astonishing set of a matches played at the same time Wednesday that had teams from four countries all biting their nails.
It was an astonishing set of a matches played at the same time Wednesday that had teams from four countries all biting their nails.
Atlanta to bring human rights murals to city for Super Bowl
In the months leading up to the 2019 Super Bowl, some of Atlanta's bare walls will get a makeover.
In the months leading up to the 2019 Super Bowl, some of Atlanta's bare walls will get a makeover.
With 2018 FIFA World Cup field halved, here's a look at what's next
MOSCOW (AP) - The World Cup started with eight groups of four, 32 nations in all seeking to make it to the knockout stage. Colombia and - just barely - Japan grabbed the two spots from Group H in Thursday's early matches, and England and Belgium sorted out the top of Group F later that night to solidify the field going forward. Here's a look at what's next, starting with the round...
MOSCOW (AP) - The World Cup started with eight groups of four, 32 nations in all seeking to make it to the knockout stage. Colombia and - just barely - Japan grabbed the two spots from Group H in Thursday's early matches, and England and Belgium sorted out the top of Group F later that night to solidify the field going forward. Here's a look at what's next, starting with the round...
UT introduces new head softball coach
New University of Texas head softball coach Mike White was officially introduced at a news conference on June 26 but to those who know softball he needs no introduction.
New University of Texas head softball coach Mike White was officially introduced at a news conference on June 26 but to those who know softball he needs no introduction.
Andy Roddick Foundation kicks off Summer of Learning program
Austin's Andy Roddick continues to give back. The tennis Hall of Famer loaded grocers and made new friends at Harris Elementary in East Austin as part of his foundation's 5th annual Summer of Learning program.
Austin's Andy Roddick continues to give back. The tennis Hall of Famer loaded grocers and made new friends at Harris Elementary in East Austin as part of his foundation's 5th annual Summer of Learning program.
Defending champion Germany eliminated from World Cup
KAZAN, Russia (AP) - Germany is out of the World Cup, the fourth defending champion in the last five tournaments to be eliminated in the group stage.
KAZAN, Russia (AP) - Germany is out of the World Cup, the fourth defending champion in the last five tournaments to be eliminated in the group stage.
Andy Roddick Foundation kicks off 5th annual Summer of Learning program
The tennis Hall of Famer's program will benefit roughly 3400 children from underserved communities.
The tennis Hall of Famer's program will benefit roughly 3400 children from underserved communities.
UT introduces new head softball coach
Mike White comes to the 40 Acres with an impressive resume.
Mike White comes to the 40 Acres with an impressive resume.
Body found in home of Giants' Janoris Jenkins
FAIR LAWN, N.J. (AP) -- A body has been found at a New Jersey home owned by New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins.
FAIR LAWN, N.J. (AP) -- A body has been found at a New Jersey home owned by New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins.
Watch how these friends help deaf-blind Brazil fan experience World Cup goal
A heartwarming video of a blind-deaf man celebrating a Brazil goal is inspiring thousands across the globe, illustrating the FIFA World Cup is bigger than just a tournament.
A heartwarming video of a blind-deaf man celebrating a Brazil goal is inspiring thousands across the globe, illustrating the FIFA World Cup is bigger than just a tournament.
Alex Okafor holds football camp in Pflugerville
Former Texas Longhorn and now New Orleans Saints defensive end Alex Okafor was back on his old stomping grounds to give back to the community.
Former Texas Longhorn and now New Orleans Saints defensive end Alex Okafor was back on his old stomping grounds to give back to the community.
Thrillist: Where to watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Austin
FOX Sports and Thrillist have teamed up to identify the best and most fun bars and restaurants in Austin to watch the FIFIA World Cup this summer.
FOX Sports and Thrillist have teamed up to identify the best and most fun bars and restaurants in Austin to watch the FIFIA World Cup this summer.
New York Islanders hire former Washington Capitals coach Barry Trotz
The New York Islanders have hired Barry Trotz as their new head coach.
The New York Islanders have hired Barry Trotz as their new head coach.
Russia faces beer shortages as World Cup fans drink the taps dry
Russia is known for its vodka, but fans at the 2018 FIFA World Cup are drinking a different type of adult beverage: beer. And they’re drinking so much of it that restaurants and bars around Moscow are running dry.
Russia is known for its vodka, but fans at the 2018 FIFA World Cup are drinking a different type of adult beverage: beer. And they’re drinking so much of it that restaurants and bars around Moscow are running dry.