Asian Games: Japan swim queen Ikee makes light of Tokyo burden
Rikako Ikee is embracing the pressure of success after becoming the first swimmer to win six gold medals at a single Asian Games when the Japanese teenager roared to victory in the 50 meters freestyle on Friday.
Asian Games: OCA confirms Korea complaint against Chinese swimmer
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has received a complaint from South Korea against a Chinese athlete for kicking swimmer Kim Hye-jin during training at the Asian Games, the governing body said on Saturday.
Tennis: Johnson to meet Medvedev in Winston-Salem final
American Steve Johnson overcame second seeded Spaniard Pablo Carreno Busta 6-3 6-4 to reach the final of the Winston-Salem Open.
Federer lags behind big rivals in U.S. Open betting
Roger Federer heads to the U.S. Open as third favorite behind longtime rivals Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal after a season that has nose-dived since he won the Australian Open at the start of the year.
Serena must balance daughter’s birthday with U.S. Open demands
Serena Williams’ return to the U.S. Open for the first time since becoming a mother will be an emotional experience, not least because her daughter Alexis-Olympia’s first birthday is right in the middle of the tournament.
Tennis: Sabalenka reaches final at Connecticut Open
Aryna Sabalenka moved within one win of her first WTA victory after defeating fifth seed Julia Goerges 6-4 7-6(3) on Friday to reach the final of the Connecticut Open.
Reports: Vikings’ Williams fined $20K for roughing Jaguars quarterback
Minnesota Vikings linebacker Antwione Williams is paying for his aggressive tendencies as the NFL continues to target players who take aim at quarterbacks.
Golf: Yang leads CP Women’s Open, Park charging
South Korea’s Amy Yang took sole possession of the lead at the CP Women’s Open on Friday after shooting 7-under 65 in the second round at Wascana Country Club in Regina, Saskatchewan.
Ravens’ decision to keep quarterback Griffin will go down ‘to the wire’
Quarterback Robert Griffin III’s chance to remain with the Baltimore Ravens during the regular season will go “right to the wire,” according to head coach John Harbaugh.
MLB notebook: Trout off DL, back in lineup
Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout was activated from the disabled list and back in the lineup for Friday’s game against the Houston Astros, the club announced.
