New WADA report shows jump in global doping cases
More drug cheats are being caught in global sport with the latest World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) figures on Thursday showing a 13.1% rise in anti-doping rule violations (ADRV).
Horse racing: No criminal wrongdoing found in horse deaths at Santa Anita
There was no criminal animal cruelty or unlawful conduct at Southern California’s Santa Anita Park this year despite a spate of high-profile horse deaths, Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey said on Thursday.
Bryant, Duncan, Garnett top list of Hall of Fame nominees
The nominees for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame’s 2020 class could build a team that’s almost impossible to beat, starting with Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett.
RHP Teheran, Angels agree to one-year, $9 million deal
Free-agent pitcher Julio Teheran has agreed to a one-year contract worth $9 million with the Los Angeles Angels, ESPN reported Thursday, citing a source.
Trailblazer Shields putting women’s boxing on the map
Claressa Shields says that when she steps into the boxing ring, she is fighting not just for herself but also to elevate the profile of the sport she loves.
Take 5: Rodgers-Cousins dichotomy highlights Week 16
In a strong Week 16 slate, perhaps the most fascinating game is the final one, when the Minnesota Vikings host the Green Bay Packers on Monday night.
Canada broadcaster BCE wins top court ruling over Super Bowl adverts
Canada’s top court on Thursday blocked a decision by regulators that banned broadcaster BCE Inc from showing lucrative domestic ads during U.S. National Football League’s Super Bowl.
Tennis: Bolton named as first female AELTC chief executive
Sally Bolton will become the first female chief executive of the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) which stages the Wimbledon championships, the club announced https://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2019-12-19/sally_bolton_obe_appointed_as_ne…
Brewers signing 1B Smoak to one-year, $5million deal
The Milwaukee Brewers are in agreement with free-agent first baseman Justin Smoak on a one-year, $5 million contract with a club option for 2021, multiple outlets reported Thursday.
Barty and Nadal claim season-ending ITF awards
Ash Barty and Rafa Nadal were named International Tennis Federation’s (ITF) World Champions for 2019 on Thursday, rewarding them for stellar seasons in which they finished at the top of women’s and men’s rankings respectively.
