IOC seeks legal advice on banning Russia from Rio Olympics
LONDON (AP) — International Olympic officials will "explore the legal options'" for a potential total ban on Russia from the games in Rio de Janeiro, and are taking measures to punish athletes and officials involved in the state-run doping conspiracy. The IOC executive board announced steps on Tuesday following a scathing report by a World Anti-Doping Agency investigator who...
LONDON (AP) — International Olympic officials will "explore the legal options'" for a potential total ban on Russia from the games in Rio de Janeiro, and are taking measures to punish athletes and officials involved in the state-run doping conspiracy. The IOC executive board announced steps on Tuesday following a scathing report by a World Anti-Doping Agency investigator who...
NBA great Nate Thurmond, Hall of Fame center, dies at 74
Former NBA great Nate Thurmond, a tenacious defensive center who played with Wilt Chamberlain and was an iconic sports figure in two cities, died Saturday after a short battle with leukemia. He was 74.
Former NBA great Nate Thurmond, a tenacious defensive center who played with Wilt Chamberlain and was an iconic sports figure in two cities, died Saturday after a short battle with leukemia. He was 74.
Former Vanderbilt player sentenced to 15 years for dorm rape
A former Vanderbilt football player was sentenced Friday to 15 years in prison after he was convicted of taking part in the gang rape of an unconscious female student.
A former Vanderbilt football player was sentenced Friday to 15 years in prison after he was convicted of taking part in the gang rape of an unconscious female student.
Mason Crosby talks about The Locker beneift
Georgetown High alum and longtime Green Bay Packer Mason Crosby is back in Austin for a good cause. His annual kicking camp and tailgate party both help raise money for The Locker.
Georgetown High alum and longtime Green Bay Packer Mason Crosby is back in Austin for a good cause. His annual kicking camp and tailgate party both help raise money for The Locker.
Spieth skipping Olympics, latest star golfer to withdraw
TROON, Scotland (AP) — Jordan Spieth withdrew from the Olympics on Monday, leaving golf without its top four players when the sport returns to the games for the first time since 1904. The decision was announced by International Golf Federation President Peter Dawson. Spieth was the last player to say he was not going to Rio, telling the IGF it was for "health reasons." Spieth...
TROON, Scotland (AP) — Jordan Spieth withdrew from the Olympics on Monday, leaving golf without its top four players when the sport returns to the games for the first time since 1904. The decision was announced by International Golf Federation President Peter Dawson. Spieth was the last player to say he was not going to Rio, telling the IGF it was for "health reasons." Spieth...
San Antonio Spurs star Tim Duncan announces retirement
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio Spurs star Tim Duncan announces retirement after 19 NBA seasons that included five championships .
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio Spurs star Tim Duncan announces retirement after 19 NBA seasons that included five championships .
Super Bowl MVP donates back to his hometown after Dallas tragedy
Super Bowl 50 MVP, Von Miller, donated $25,000 to the DeSoto Fire and Rescue on Friday.
Super Bowl 50 MVP, Von Miller, donated $25,000 to the DeSoto Fire and Rescue on Friday.
SMU's basketball coach Larry Brown steps down
Larry Brown is calling it quits as Southern Methodist University’s head basketball coach, according to reports.
Larry Brown is calling it quits as Southern Methodist University’s head basketball coach, according to reports.
Shooting of ex-NFL player found naked in backyard justified, grand jury finds
A grand jury has ruled that a homeowner was justified in shooting a naked former NFL player accused of criminal trespass and burglary.
A grand jury has ruled that a homeowner was justified in shooting a naked former NFL player accused of criminal trespass and burglary.
NBA to debut new shot clock, timing system
The NBA will debut a new timing system and shot clock this week in Las Vegas during the NBA Summer League, which will then be integrated into all 29 arenas for the 2016-17 season.
The NBA will debut a new timing system and shot clock this week in Las Vegas during the NBA Summer League, which will then be integrated into all 29 arenas for the 2016-17 season.
The Latest: Serena Williams off to fast start at Wimbledon
Serena Williams is off to fast start in the Wimbledon semifinals, breaking Elena Vesnina's serve twice to take an early 3-0 lead on Centre Court.
Serena Williams is off to fast start in the Wimbledon semifinals, breaking Elena Vesnina's serve twice to take an early 3-0 lead on Centre Court.
Briles asks court to remove him from lawsuit against Baylor
Former Baylor coach Art Briles is asking a federal judge to remove him as a defendant in a lawsuit that alleges the school ignored a woman's claims she was sexually assaulted by a football player.
Former Baylor coach Art Briles is asking a federal judge to remove him as a defendant in a lawsuit that alleges the school ignored a woman's claims she was sexually assaulted by a football player.
The Latest: Cilic takes 2-set lead over Federer in semis
LONDON (AP) — The Latest on Wimbledon (all times local): Roger Federer is down two sets to love against Marin Cilic in their Wimbledon semifinal on Centre Court. Cilic, a big-serving Croatian, leads the seven-time champion 7-6 (4), 6-4. On No. 1 Court, Milos Raonic leads Sam Querrey 6-4, 7-5. ___ 1:55 p.m. Roger Federer has dropped the first set of his semifinal against Marin Cilic in a...
LONDON (AP) — The Latest on Wimbledon (all times local): Roger Federer is down two sets to love against Marin Cilic in their Wimbledon semifinal on Centre Court. Cilic, a big-serving Croatian, leads the seven-time champion 7-6 (4), 6-4. On No. 1 Court, Milos Raonic leads Sam Querrey 6-4, 7-5. ___ 1:55 p.m. Roger Federer has dropped the first set of his semifinal against Marin Cilic in a...
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.