Halep claims tough win over qualifier Kozlova
World number two Simona Halep survived a tough challenge from Ukrainian qualifier Kateryna Kozlova to win their third round match 7-6(3) 7-5 at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California, on Sunday.
Rallying: Triumphant Ogier takes maximum score in Mexico
World champion Sebastien Ogier won the Rally of Mexico on Sunday and added five bonus Power Stage points for a maximum score that sent the Frenchman up to second in the overall standings.
U.S. Olympic medalist Kelly Catlin dies at age 23
Olympian Kelly Catlin, who helped the United States win the women’s pursuit team silver medal at the 2016 Rio Games, has died, USA Cycling said on Sunday. The three-time world champion was 23.
NFL transactions: Chiefs release LB Houston
The Kansas City Chiefs released outside linebacker Justin Houston on Sunday, saving $14 million in salary cap space.
Snooker: ‘Rocket’ O’Sullivan blasts to 1,000th century break
Ronnie O’Sullivan recorded a snooker landmark on Sunday when he became the first player to compile 1,000 career century breaks en route to winning the Players Championship final in Preston.
NCAA roundup: Gardner-Webb captures first tournament berth
Gardner-Webb earned its first-ever berth in the NCAA Tournament with a 76-65 win over host Radford on Sunday in the Big South Tournament.
Reports: Raiders trading G Osemele to Jets
The Oakland Raiders have an agreement in place to trade former All-Pro guard Kelechi Osemele to the New York Jets, multiple outlets reported Sunday.
Report: Seahawks’ Clark won’t report without extension
Seattle Seahawks defensive end Frank Clark doesn’t plan to sign his franchise tender or report to training camp without a new contract, NFL Network reported Sunday.
Dovizioso fends off Marquez to win Qatar MotoGP opener
Italian Andrea Dovizioso fended off Honda’s MotoGP champion Marc Marquez at the last corner to win a dramatic season-opening Qatar Grand Prix for Ducati on Sunday, repeating last year’s success.
Alpine skiing: Hirscher wins eighth successive World Cup title
Austria’s Marcel Hirscher extended his dominance of Alpine skiing as he won a remarkable eighth successive overall World Cup title on Sunday.




