Olympics: ANOC postpones presidential election amid farcical scenes
The Association of National Olympic Committees postponed their presidential election amid farcical scenes on Wednesday in the wake of Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al-Sabah’s decision to temporarily step down from the post because of an ongoing legal case.
Top 25 roundup: Louisville upends No. 9 Michigan State
Ryan McMahon scored 24 points off the bench as host Louisville topped No. 9 Michigan State 82-78 in overtime on Tuesday in Louisville, Ky.
NBA roundup: Raptors rally for sixth straight win
Kyle Lowry scored 24 points, including 15 in the second half, and the visiting Toronto Raptors overcame a 17-point deficit to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 122-114 Tuesday night.
Golf: Lee becomes first woman to win Australia’s Greg Norman Medal
Minjee Lee has become the first woman to win Greg Norman Medal as the best Australian golfer on the international stage after a brilliant year that saw her break into the top 10 of the world rankings.
Olympics: Sheikh Ahmad asks for ANOC support as he fights legal case
Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al-Sabah asked delegates at the Association of National Olympic Committee (ANOC) general assembly on Wednesday to allow him to step down as president temporarily while he contests a legal case in Switzerland.
NFL notebook: Redskins claim troubled LB Foster
Less than three days after he was arrested on domestic violence charges, linebacker Reuben Foster was claimed off waivers Tuesday by the Washington Redskins.
MLB notebook: MLB, MGM enter gambling partnership
Add Major League Baseball to the list of professional sports leagues partnering up with gaming operators.
U.S. Major League Baseball partners with MGM Resorts for gaming
Major League Baseball on Tuesday announced it would partner with MGM Resorts International for league data use in gaming, promotion on MLB-owned media platforms and team sponsorships.
First sports betting integrity group launched in United States
U.S. sportsbook operators on Tuesday announced the formation of a new national non-profit organization to help monitor integrity and fight fraud as the country’s new sports wagering market expands.
Canucks F Boeser returning after 11-game absence
Vancouver forward Brock Boeser will return to the ice after an 11-game absence due to a groin injury when the Canucks host the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.
