Sprinter Coleman’s whereabouts charge withdrawn by USADA
American sprinter Christian Coleman had a whereabouts charge against him withdrawn by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) on Monday, making the 100 meters favorite eligible for this month’s world championships in Doha.
Defending champion Osaka falls to Bencic at U.S. Open
Naomi Osaka was upset 7-5 6-4 by Belinda Bencic at the U.S. Open on Monday as the Japanese lost her grip on both her title and number one status while the Swiss reached the quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows for the second time.
Jets hire ex-Steelers great Ward as a coach
Retired NFL wide receiver Hines Ward has joined the New York Jets as a full-time offensive assistant coach.
Report: WR Thomas returns to Patriots
The New England Patriots brought back wide receiver Demaryius Thomas on Monday, two days after he was released as rosters were cut to the NFL-mandated 53, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported.
Dolphins cut 14-year LS Denney
The Dolphins continued their roster overhaul Monday, releasing long snapper John Denney, a fixture in Miami since 2005.
Orioles activate DH Trumbo
The Baltimore Orioles activated designated hitter Mark Trumbo from the 60-day injured list, and he is set to make his season debut on Monday.
Astros promote three players, including OF Tucker
Outfielder and consensus top-15 prospect Kyle Tucker leads a group of three players promoted to the Houston Astros on Monday.
Spain sink Puerto Rico as Scola shines for Argentina
Spain celebrated their second successive win at the basketball World Cup in China after a commanding performance from their Toronto Raptors center Marc Gasol gave them a 73-63 win over plucky Puerto Rico on Monday.
Reports: Colts sign veteran Hoyer as backup QB
The Indianapolis Colts signed former New England Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer to back up Jacoby Brissett, according to reports on Monday.
Iran judoka pressured not to fight Israeli, refuses to return home
An Iranian judoka is refusing to return home over fears for his safety after he ignored orders from his national federation to pull out of fights to avoid a potential final meeting with an Israeli, the International Judo Federation said on Monday.
