Williams struggles but advances to quarters in Auckland
Top seed Serena Williams was made to work hard against fellow American Christina McHale before she prevailed 3-6 6-2 6-3 to advance to the quarter-finals of the Auckland Classic on Thursday.
Barty stunned by qualifier Brady in straight sets in Brisbane
World number one Ash Barty suffered a surprise 6-4 7-6(4) defeat on Thursday to American qualifier Jennifer Brady, who claimed the first top-10 win of her career to advance to the Brisbane International quarter-finals.
Soccer: Women’s match postponed as bushfires continue to affect sport in Australia
Australia’s rampaging bushfires continue to affect top-level sporting events with a women’s soccer match scheduled for Newcastle on Friday postponed because of the poor air quality and expected soaring temperatures.
Vikings’ Rudolph says gloves meant for charity wound up on eBay
Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph said on Wednesday that he was duped into donating a pair of game-worn gloves to what he thought was a charity, then saw them advertised for sale on eBay.
Alpine skiing: Course worker frustrates run of Olympian
Veteran Argentine skier Cristian Javier Simari Birkner has never had a top-25 finish on the World Cup alpine skiing circuit, and his drought continued in unfortunate circumstances through no fault of his own on Wednesday.
New England or new team? Speculation rife over Brady’s future
Six-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady looks poised to return in 2020 — where he will play, however, has emerged as one of the NFL post-season’s biggest talking points.
MLS notebook: FC Dallas goalkeeper Gonzalez signs extension
FC Dallas announced a new four-year contract Wednesday for goalkeeper Jesse Gonzalez.
NASCAR introduces new pit stop procedure at select races
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida – NASCAR announced new competition rules for pit stops in select NASCAR Xfinity and NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoor Truck Series races designed to enhance competition and create intrigue.
Warriors’ Kerr fined $25000 for verbally abusing referee
The NBA fined Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr $25,000 for verbally abusing an official and failing to leave the court in a timely manner on Monday night.
Former NFL running back Ajayi joins MLS esports team
Former National Football League player Jay Ajayi traded in his helmet for a video game controller as the London-born running back was named this week as the official esports player for Major League Soccer’s Philadelphia Union.
