WBC reinstates Britain’s Whyte as interim heavyweight champion
British heavyweight Dillian Whyte has been reinstated as WBC interim champion and will get a mandatory shot at the title currently held by Deontay Wilder, the WBC said on Wednesday.
Woods, Thomas to tee off first for U.S. at Presidents Cup
Tiger Woods and his partner Justin Thomas will kick off competition for the United States in the Presidents Cup, which begins Thursday morning local time in Melbourne, Australia.
Australian Barty named WTA Player of the Year
Australia’s Ash Barty has been named WTA Player of the Year after capturing her maiden Grand Slam singles title and reaching the top of the world rankings.
Sailing: Denmark joins sea battle for SailGP’s $1 million prize
A Danish team will challenge crews from Australia, China, France, Britain, Japan and the United States in next year’s $1 million prize, high-octane SailGP catamaran circuit.
ATP completes Italian job as Calvelli named new CEO
Italy’s emerging influence in the sphere of world tennis was underlined on Wednesday as Massimo Calvelli was confirmed as the new chief executive of the men’s Tour’s governing body the ATP.
Els’ preparation has primed us for Presidents Cup success: Scott
Captain Ernie Els’ thorough preparation has renewed optimism in the International Team that they can end 21 years of disappointment and claim only their second Presidents Cup, Australian Adam Scott said on Wednesday.
NHL roundup: Stars win after firing coach
Ben Bishop recorded 26 saves as the Dallas Stars posted a 2-0 victory over the visiting New Jersey Devils on Tuesday mere hours after firing coach Jim Montgomery.
NBA roundup: Robinson’s career night carries Heat in OT
Duncan Robinson bombed in his ninth 3-pointer of the game 17 seconds into overtime, then added a 10th later in the extra session as the host Miami Heat outlasted the Atlanta Hawks 135-121 on Tuesday night.
Woods, Couples continue golden Presidents Cup alliance
The Presidents Cup has showcased high-quality pairings throughout its 25-year history but none have endured quite like the dynamic duo of Tiger Woods and Fred Couples.
British Olympic Association responds to athletes’ legal challenge
The British Olympic Association (BOA) says it has “formally responded” to a legal challenge over sponsorship rights brought by a group of its own athletes that could cast a shadow over its preparations for next year’s Tokyo Games.
