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Ukraine's ambassador to Australia has condemned the Russian flag display at the Australian Open on Monday.

Australian Open bans Russian flags after Ukrainian ambassador’s objection

January 16, 2023 10:38 AM CNN Newsource

By George Ramsay and Angus Watson, CNN Tennis Australia announced on Tuesday that fans will no longer be allowed to bring the Russian or the…

Four-time WNBA champion Maya Moore announces retirement

January 16, 2023 8:15 AM CNN Newsource

By Wayne Sterling, CNN Maya Moore, a four-time WNBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist, has officially retired from the league.…

LeBron James becomes second player in NBA history to reach 38,000 career points

January 16, 2023 4:30 AM CNN Newsource

By George Ramsay, CNN LeBron James has become the second NBA player in history to pass 38,000 career points, moving closer to Kareem…

Ukraine soccer club Shakhtar Donetsk launches $25M project for Mariupol soldiers after selling star player

January 16, 2023 5:31 AM CNN Newsource

By Sammy Mngqosini, CNN Ukrainian soccer club Shakhtar Donetsk has launched a $25M project for Mariupol soldiers and their families, the club…

Aaron Ramsdale (in teal) is escorted away shortly after the end of Sunday's match.

Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale kicked by fan following North London derby

January 16, 2023 1:47 AM CNN Newsource

By Homero De la Fuente, CNN Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale appeared to be kicked in the back by a spectator following Arsenal’s 2-0 victory…

Seventeen-year-old Shang Juncheng made Australian Open history by becoming the first Chinese man to win a match at Melbourne Park in the Open Era.

Shang Juncheng becomes first Chinese man to win a match at the Australian Open in the Open Era

January 16, 2023 1:35 AM CNN Newsource

By Alasdair Howorth, CNN Seventeen-year-old Shang Juncheng made Australian Open history by becoming the first Chinese man to win a match at Melbourne…

Raducanu celebrates victory after her first round match at the Australian Open.

Coco Gauff and Emma Raducanu set up tantalizing second round Australian Open clash with opening wins

January 16, 2023 12:13 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Morse, CNN Two of tennis’ most exciting young players, Coco Gauff and Emma Raducanu, will face off in the Australian Open second round…

The Buffalo Bills will face the Cincinnati Bengals for 1st time since Damar Hamlin's on-field collapse in an upcoming playoff game. Hamlin is pictured here on January 2

Buffalo Bills will face Cincinnati Bengals for 1st time since Damar Hamlin’s on-field collapse in upcoming playoff game

January 15, 2023 11:23 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacob Lev and Nouran Salahieh, CNN The Buffalo Bills are set to face the Cincinnati Bengals next week for the first time since Bills safety Damar…

Australia's Nick Kyrgios announces his withdrawal from the 2023 Australian Open with a knee injury at a press conference in Melbourne

Nick Kyrgios pulls out of Australian Open due to knee injury

January 15, 2023 10:24 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacob Lev and Tara Subramaniam, CNN Home favorite Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of the Australian Open due to a knee injury, the tournament…

University of Georgia football player and staff member killed in car crash hours after championship celebration

January 15, 2023 9:00 AM CNN Newsource

By Hannah Sarisohn and Wayne Sterling, CNN University of Georgia football player Devin Willock and staff member Chandler LeCroy were killed in a…

Kobe Bryant celebrates his three pointer against the Nuggets in Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs at the Staples Center in 2008.

Kobe Bryant’s iconic Lakers jersey expected to sell for up to $7 million at auction

January 15, 2023 10:12 AM CNN Newsource

By Yenny Sanchez, CNN Don’t miss your chance to score an autographed Kobe Bryant jersey. Sotheby’s is bringing Bryant’s MVP-season…

Fritz reaches for a backhand against Italy's Matteo Berrettini in the final of the United Cup.

Why 2023 is a year to be optimistic for American tennis

January 15, 2023 10:01 AM CNN Newsource

By George Ramsay, CNN History might come to view 2022 as a watershed year for American tennis, even with the retirement of the country’s…

Rafael Nadal is seeking to defend his title.

Australian Open Day One: Order of play and how to watch Rafael Nadal, Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek open their tournaments

January 15, 2023 9:48 AM CNN Newsource

By Issy Ronald, CNN Last year’s champion, Rafael Nadal will open the men’s draw at the Australian Open, though he will play a deceptively…

Francis Ngannou will be released from UFC contract, says Dana White

January 15, 2023 4:55 AM CNN Newsource

By Issy Ronald, CNN Francis Ngannou will be released from his contract and is no longer the UFC heavyweight champion after he turned down a contract…

The Buffalo Bills gather as an ambulance parks on the field while CPR is administered to Bills safety Damar Hamlin in Cincinnati on January 2.

Damar Hamlin tweets he will watch Bills playoff game from home

January 15, 2023 4:26 AM CNN Newsource

By Wayne Sterling, Homero De la Fuente and Kevin Dotson, CNN Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin tweeted Sunday that he will be watching from home as…

Casemiro joined Manchester United from Real Madrid in August.

From bottom of the league to title contenders. Five reasons behind Manchester United’s remarkable resurgence

January 15, 2023 3:23 AM CNN Newsource

By Issy Ronald, CNN For years, Manchester United ruled over English football, collecting 13 Premier League trophies between 1992 and 2013, as well as…

Dak Prescott #4 throws the ball as Efe Obada #97 of the Washington Commanders and Chase Young #99 defend during the first half at FedExField.

All you need to know about the NFL’s Wild Card Weekend

January 15, 2023 3:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Hannah Brewitt, CNN The NFL Playoffs have finally arrived. On Saturday night, the San Francisco 49ers and Jaguars punched their tickets to the…

Novak Djokovic could match Rafa Nadal's all-time grand slam record.

Novak Djokovic chases Rafael Nadal’s record, while Iga Światek looks to cement her status as the sport’s best

January 15, 2023 1:57 AM CNN Newsource

By Matias Grez, CNN The first grand slam of the new tennis season gets underway on January 16 in Melbourne and the 2023 Australian Open is set to…

Trevor Lawrence celebrates on the field after the Jaguars defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 31-30 in the AFC Wild Card playoff game at TIAA Bank Field on January 14 in Jacksonville

Down 27-0, the Jacksonville Jaguars complete a wild playoff comeback victory over the Los Angeles Chargers

January 14, 2023 9:39 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacob Lev and Travis Caldwell, CNN After an improbable streak of five victories at the end of the regular season to send the Jacksonville Jaguars…

Everton directors won’t attend Southampton match because of a ‘threat to their safety’

January 14, 2023 5:53 AM CNN Newsource

By Aimee Lewis and Wayne Sterling, CNN The board of directors for English Premier League club Everton were told to not attend Saturday’s home…

Brock Purdy has led the 49ers to a perfect six wins in their last six games.

What to expect on Saturday on NFL Wild Card Weekend

January 14, 2023 4:22 AM CNN Newsource

By Hannah Brewitt, CNN The NFL Playoffs have finally arrived. The highly-anticipated Wild Card Weekend kicks off with two games on Saturday. By the…

Ian Nepomniachtchi and Magnus Carlsen play on November 26

From classical to bullet, the different variants of chess explained

January 14, 2023 3:27 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Church, CNN From Netflix shows such as “The Queen’s Gambit” to its rock and roll superstar Magnus Carlsen, the popularity of…

Brock Purdy walks off the field after defeating the Seattle Seahawks.

With so many potential fairytale endings in store, what could we be saying after Super Bowl 57?

January 14, 2023 1:26 AM CNN

By Andy Scholes, CNN The NFL playoffs are where legends are born and incredible moments happen leaving us in awe. From the Music City Miracle, to…

With so many potential fairytale endings in store, what could we be saying after Super Bowl 57?

January 14, 2023 1:26 AM CNN Newsource

By Andy Scholes, CNN The NFL playoffs are where legends are born and incredible moments happen leaving us in awe. From the Music City Miracle, to…

Angel City Football Club President Julie Uhrman and first overall draft pick Alyssa Thompson pose with a jersey during the Angel City Draft Party.

Alyssa Thompson: The teenage phenomenon who could be US soccer’s next great

January 14, 2023 1:17 AM CNN Newsource

By Matias Grez, CNN Described by her new team Angel City as a “generational player,” teenage sensation Alyssa Thompson made history on…

Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors blocks the shot of Zach Collins #23 of the San Antonio Spurs n the first half at Alamodome on January 13

San Antonio Spurs set NBA single-game attendance record in first game at Alamodome since 2002

January 14, 2023 1:13 AM CNN Newsource

By Homero De la Fuente, CNN The San Antonio Spurs set the NBA single-game attendance record for a regular-season game with 68,323 fans on hand on…

The Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA) found figure skater Kamila Valieva violated anti-doping rules but bore no "fault or negligence" for the transgression. Valieva is seen here competing in the women's singles free skating event at last year's Winter Olympics in Beijing.

Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva cleared by RUSADA, WADA to review doping decision and consider appeal

January 13, 2023 12:10 PM CNN Newsource

By Matt Foster, CNN The Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA) found figure skater Kamila Valieva violated anti-doping rules but bore no “fault or…

Manchester City football player Benjamin Mendy

Manchester City player Benjamin Mendy found not guilty of six counts of rape

January 13, 2023 10:07 AM CNN Newsource

By Sammy Mngqosini, CNN Manchester City football player Benjamin Mendy was found not guilty of six counts of rape and one count of sexual assault at…

Riley Gaines speaks at a rally outside the NCAA Convention in San Antonio

Protest over inclusion of transgender athletes in women’s sports held outside NCAA Convention

January 13, 2023 8:47 AM CNN Newsource

By Matt Foster, CNN A small group of demonstrators gathered outside the NCAA Convention in San Antonio on Thursday to protest the inclusion of…

Shaquille O’Neal makes good on promise and eats frog’s legs after TCU blowout loss

January 13, 2023 3:35 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Morse, CNN Shaquille O’Neal is many things, but you cannot say he goes back on his promises. Before Monday’s College Football…

Derek Carr joined the Raiders as a second round pick in 2014 after spending four years at Fresno State.

Derek Carr bids farewell to Las Vegas Raiders and fans in letter

January 13, 2023 2:24 AM CNN Newsource

By Alasdair Howorth, CNN NFL quarterback Derek Carr announced his departure from the Las Vegas Raiders after nine years with the franchise in an…

Thompson duels for the ball with Spain's Maite Oroz during a friendly game at El Sadar Stadium on October 11

Teenage ‘phenom’ and high school student Alyssa Thompson selected No. 1 in NWSL draft

January 13, 2023 2:12 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Morse, CNN Teenage sensation and high school student Alyssa Thompson was selected with the No. 1 overall pick of the National Women’s…

Buffalo Bills’ possible AFC Championship game against Kansas City Chiefs will be held in Atlanta

January 13, 2023 12:54 AM CNN Newsource

By David Close, CNN The NFL has announced Atlanta as the host city for the AFC Championship game should the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs meet…

UFC president Dana White does not expect punishment for domestic violence incident

January 12, 2023 10:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Matt Foster, CNN Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) president Dana White said he does not expect punishment after a video emerged of him in a…

Tiger Woods plays his shot from the fifth tee during The Match 7 at Pelican Golf Club on December 10

Zach Johnson isn’t discounting Tiger Woods for the Ryder Cup

January 12, 2023 8:53 AM CNN Newsource

By Amy Woodyatt, CNN Tiger Woods could form part of the US Ryder Cup team — or at least, Zach Johnson isn’t ruling it out. Ahead of the…

Świątek is the first person representing Poland to win a major singles title and was voted Polish Sports Personality of the Year in 2022.

Australian Open draw: Rafael Nadal begins title defense with tough test in opening round

January 12, 2023 3:22 AM CNN Newsource

By Alasdair Howorth, CNN Defending champion Rafael Nadal will face English youngster Jack Draper in the opening round of the Australian Open in a bid…

Jaylen Brown dribbles against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half.

The Boston Celtics become the first team to hit 30 wins this season with victory over the New Orleans Pelicans

January 12, 2023 2:47 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Morse, CNN The Boston Celtics became the first team in the NBA this season to reach 30 wins after beating the New Orleans Pelicans 125-114 at…

Iranian chess referee Shohreh Bayat fears ostracism over her activism as she challenges Russian chief of game’s governing body

January 12, 2023 1:35 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Church, CNN Three years after fleeing Iran, chess referee Shohreh Bayat fears being further ostracized after challenging the game’s…

Messi and his teammates wore t-shirts to honor Pelé during the warmup.

Lionel Messi scores for Paris Saint-Germain in first game back since World Cup triumph

January 12, 2023 12:51 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Church, CNN Lionel Messi celebrated his return to Paris Saint-Germain with a goal in his first game back since lifting the World Cup. The…

Australia pulls out of Afghanistan cricket series over Taliban’s restrictions on women

January 12, 2023 12:27 AM CNN Newsource

By Angus Watson, Duarte Mendonca and Matt Foster, CNN Australia’s men’s cricket team has withdrawn from a series of upcoming matches…

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has been released from the hospital. Hamlin is pictured here during a NFL football game on August 28

Damar Hamlin discharged after spending more than a week hospitalized due to a cardiac arrest

January 11, 2023 10:37 AM CNN

By Aya Elamroussi and David Close, CNN Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin has been discharged from a Buffalo medical center, his club said Wednesday,…

Tennis star Naomi Osaka announces her pregnancy on Wednesday.

Tennis star Naomi Osaka announces she is pregnant

January 11, 2023 10:24 AM CNN Newsource

By Matt Foster, CNN Tennis star Naomi Osaka announced her pregnancy on Wednesday, posting a photo of an ultrasound scan on her social media accounts.…

Free-agent shortstop saga ends with Carlos Correa returning to Minnesota Twins

January 11, 2023 9:40 AM CNN Newsource

By Wayne Sterling, CNN The free-agent saga surrounding shortstop Carlos Correa has finally come to an end. The coveted World Series winner signed a…

Damar Hamlin discharged after spending more than a week hospitalized due to a cardiac arrest

January 11, 2023 8:50 AM CNN Newsource

By Aya Elamroussi and David Close, CNN Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin has been discharged from a Buffalo medical center, his club said Wednesday,…

Le Graët's comments upset a number of people involved in French football

French Football Federation President Noël Le Graët steps down

January 11, 2023 8:50 AM CNN Newsource

By Sammy Mngqosini and Matt Foster, CNN French Football Federation (FFF) President Noël Le Graët has stepped down following an emergency meeting in…

João Félix is making a loan move to Chelsea.

Atlético Madrid and Portugal forward João Félix joins Chelsea on loan until end of 2022/23 season

January 11, 2023 6:52 AM CNN Newsource

By Will Rogan, CNN Atlético Madrid and Portugal forward João Félix has joined Chelsea on loan until the end of the 2022/23 season, the English…

JJ Watt finished his career 24th all-time in sacks and as one of the best defensive players of the last decade.

Retiring JJ Watt reduced to tears by tribute video featuring family and NFL stars, including Tom Brady

January 11, 2023 2:57 AM CNN Newsource

By Alasdair Howorth, CNN JJ Watt was in a flood of tears after being shown an emotional tribute video of family and NFL stars like Tom Brady, Peyton…

Butler drives against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander during the fourth quarter.

‘That’s crazy’: Miami Heat set new NBA record for perfection, going 40/40 on free throws

January 11, 2023 2:56 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Morse, CNN The Miami Heat set a new NBA record for perfection on Tuesday night, not missing a free throw during their win over the Oklahoma…

Alves won six La Liga titles and three Champions League crowns with Barcelona.

Brazilian soccer star Dani Alves under investigation for alleged sexual assault

January 11, 2023 2:03 AM CNN Newsource

Matt Foster, Alex Hardie and Al Goodman, CNN Brazilian football player Dani Alves is under investigation for an alleged sexual assault that took…

Sébastien Haller gestures during the friendly match between Borussia Dortmund and Fortuna Düsseldorf on January 10.

After two surgeries and four rounds of chemotherapy, Sébastien Haller makes his Borussia Dortmund debut

January 11, 2023 1:38 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Church, CNN Sébastien Haller savored the “amazing” opportunity to play his first game for Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday after…

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