Tale of 2 Rios: the Olympic city and the rest of town
Copacabana Beach is an Olympic construction site. The beach volleyball venue is going up, broadcast studios rise on scaffolding above the sand and a mammoth tent is jammed with thousands of pricey souvenirs.
Copacabana Beach is an Olympic construction site. The beach volleyball venue is going up, broadcast studios rise on scaffolding above the sand and a mammoth tent is jammed with thousands of pricey souvenirs.
Williams sisters both win; could meet in Wimbledon final
The Williams sisters could be headed for another meeting in a Grand Slam final. Venus Williams made it back to the Wimbledon semifinals for the first time in seven years on Tuesday, while defending champion Serena Williams advanced to her 10th final four at the All England Club.
The Williams sisters could be headed for another meeting in a Grand Slam final. Venus Williams made it back to the Wimbledon semifinals for the first time in seven years on Tuesday, while defending champion Serena Williams advanced to her 10th final four at the All England Club.
Pau Gasol, Spurs set on $30 million, 2-year deal
The San Antonio Spurs didn't waste any time after losing out in the Kevin Durant sweepstakes. The Spurs agreed to a two-year deal with veteran forward Pau Gasol on Monday, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press.
The San Antonio Spurs didn't waste any time after losing out in the Kevin Durant sweepstakes. The Spurs agreed to a two-year deal with veteran forward Pau Gasol on Monday, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press.
Kevin Durant announces he will join Golden State Warriors
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Kevin Durant is joining All-Stars Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson with the Golden State Warriors. Durant announced his decision Monday morning on The Players' Tribune Monday morning. He can't officially sign until July 7.
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Kevin Durant is joining All-Stars Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson with the Golden State Warriors. Durant announced his decision Monday morning on The Players' Tribune Monday morning. He can't officially sign until July 7.
The Latest: Kerber advances to quarterfinals at Wimbledon
LONDON (AP) — The Latest from Wimbledon (all times local): ___ 12:50 p.m. Australian Open champion Angelique Kerber advanced to the quarterfinals at Wimbledon by beating Misaki Doi of Japan 6-3, 6-1. Kerber, a German seeded fourth, reached the semifinals at the All England Club in 2012 and also made the quarterfinals in 2014. Last year, she lost in the third round.
LONDON (AP) — The Latest from Wimbledon (all times local): ___ 12:50 p.m. Australian Open champion Angelique Kerber advanced to the quarterfinals at Wimbledon by beating Misaki Doi of Japan 6-3, 6-1. Kerber, a German seeded fourth, reached the semifinals at the All England Club in 2012 and also made the quarterfinals in 2014. Last year, she lost in the third round.
The Latest: 4 men's Wimbledon matches suspended by darkness
LONDON (AP) — The Latest from Wimbledon (all times local): ___ 9:40 p.m. Play is done for the day at Wimbledon, with four men's third-round matches suspended in progress Saturday night. That includes No. 7 Richard Gasquet leading Albert Ramos-Vinolas, No. 18 John Isner leading No. 12 Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, and No. 32 Lucas Pouille leading 2009 U.S. Open champion Juan Martin del Potro...
LONDON (AP) — The Latest from Wimbledon (all times local): ___ 9:40 p.m. Play is done for the day at Wimbledon, with four men's third-round matches suspended in progress Saturday night. That includes No. 7 Richard Gasquet leading Albert Ramos-Vinolas, No. 18 John Isner leading No. 12 Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, and No. 32 Lucas Pouille leading 2009 U.S. Open champion Juan Martin del Potro...
Bolt has injured hamstring, status for Rio Games in doubt
Usain Bolt's Olympic quest is in doubt, after the sprint superstar left his country's national championships with a hamstring injury shortly before he was going to run the 100-meter final.
Usain Bolt's Olympic quest is in doubt, after the sprint superstar left his country's national championships with a hamstring injury shortly before he was going to run the 100-meter final.
David Pierce officially introduced as new UT head baseball coach
After a month long search, David Pierce was officially introduced as the University of Texas head baseball coach. He's just the sixth in the last 105 years!
After a month long search, David Pierce was officially introduced as the University of Texas head baseball coach. He's just the sixth in the last 105 years!
Rockets to meet with Al Horford
NBA sources confirmed for FOX 26 Sports that the Houston Rockets will meet with free agent center Al Horford on Friday.
NBA sources confirmed for FOX 26 Sports that the Houston Rockets will meet with free agent center Al Horford on Friday.
David Pierce introduced as UT head baseball coach
The Longhorns have just their sixth head baseball coach in more than 100 years.
The Longhorns have just their sixth head baseball coach in more than 100 years.
Manziel suspended 4 games over NFL's substance-abuse policy
Johnny Manziel has been suspended for the first four games of next season for violating the NFL's substance-abuse policy, and the free agent quarterback could face further discipline over his domestic violence case if he signs with another team.
Johnny Manziel has been suspended for the first four games of next season for violating the NFL's substance-abuse policy, and the free agent quarterback could face further discipline over his domestic violence case if he signs with another team.
Mid summer report card from Everett Withers
Everett Withers is just getting started at Texas State. The new head Bobcats football coach talks about how his first six months on the job has been going.
Everett Withers is just getting started at Texas State. The new head Bobcats football coach talks about how his first six months on the job has been going.
Mid summer report card from Everett Withers
FOX 7's John Hygh catches up with the Texas State Bobcats head football coach.
FOX 7's John Hygh catches up with the Texas State Bobcats head football coach.
Willis fairytale is over: Federer beats qualifier in 3 sets
Roger Federer was not about to let this feel-good story spoil his own Wimbledon. The seven-time champion — perhaps the greatest player of all time — showed little mercy Wednesday against Marcus Willis, a 772nd-ranked British qualifier who had never won a tour-level match until this week and has captivated the home nation with his improbable run.
Roger Federer was not about to let this feel-good story spoil his own Wimbledon. The seven-time champion — perhaps the greatest player of all time — showed little mercy Wednesday against Marcus Willis, a 772nd-ranked British qualifier who had never won a tour-level match until this week and has captivated the home nation with his improbable run.
Lee-Anne Pace withdraws from Rio Games because of Zika
Lee-Anne Pace of South Africa has withdrawn her name from consideration for her nation's Olympic team out of concern about the Zika virus.
Lee-Anne Pace of South Africa has withdrawn her name from consideration for her nation's Olympic team out of concern about the Zika virus.
Texas hires Tulane's David Pierce as next baseball coach
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas reached an agreement Wednesday with Tulane baseball coach David Pierce to take over the Longhorns' program, a person with knowledge of the decision said. Terms of Pierce's pending contract were not immediately available. His deal will likely need approval from the school's board of regents. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of...
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas reached an agreement Wednesday with Tulane baseball coach David Pierce to take over the Longhorns' program, a person with knowledge of the decision said. Terms of Pierce's pending contract were not immediately available. His deal will likely need approval from the school's board of regents. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of...
Iceland celebrates biggest victory with win over England
Aron Gunnarsson, every inch the bearded Viking, ran shirtless toward the Iceland fans and led them in their victory chants.
Aron Gunnarsson, every inch the bearded Viking, ran shirtless toward the Iceland fans and led them in their victory chants.
UT standout and NFL star Cory Redding announces retirement
Former Horn and NFL player of 13 years, Cory Redding announced that he will be retiring from professional football. Mr. Redding will be focusing on his philanthropic endeavors and his foundation.
Former Horn and NFL player of 13 years, Cory Redding announced that he will be retiring from professional football. Mr. Redding will be focusing on his philanthropic endeavors and his foundation.
Newcomers pushing out veterans at US Olympic swim trials
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The United States is assembling an Olympic swimming team that Michael Phelps hardly recognizes. Nearly halfway through the eight-day trials, the team bound for Rio next month has as many as 17 first-timers. Left in their wake so far are such stalwarts as Missy Franklin, Natalie Coughlin, Matt Grevers, Tyler Clary and Jessica Hardy.
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The United States is assembling an Olympic swimming team that Michael Phelps hardly recognizes. Nearly halfway through the eight-day trials, the team bound for Rio next month has as many as 17 first-timers. Left in their wake so far are such stalwarts as Missy Franklin, Natalie Coughlin, Matt Grevers, Tyler Clary and Jessica Hardy.
Manziel trolls dad in Instagram post from Cabo
Apparently Johnny Manziel isn’t deterred by his dad’s recent comments.
Apparently Johnny Manziel isn’t deterred by his dad’s recent comments.