They earn millions so why gamble for thousands? Insiders say for pro athletes, it’s less about the money than the mix of competition, culture and nonstop access.
New York Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka has fired defensive coordinator Shane Bowen—just two weeks after Brian Daboll was let go. CNN’s Coy Wire breaks down the latest shakeup.
NBA Hall of Famer and current head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers, Chauncy Billups, pleaded not guilty in a New York courtroom on Monday, stemming from charges related to a poker scheme that prosecutors allege helped lure unsuspecting gamblers to a mob-ru…
Women’s professional baseball is returning for the first time since 1954. CNN’s Brynn Gingras takes you inside the draft party of one of the league’s top picks and former Little League star, Mo’ne Davis.
Lane Kiffin announced Sunday he will leave Ole Miss to coach at Louisiana State University (LSU), a Southeastern Conference (SEC)-foe. CNN’s Carolyn Manno reports on the “difficult decision” Kiffin says he made.
Palestinians in Gaza celebrated the national football team’s dramatic win over hosts Qatar in the opening game of the FIFA Arab Cup. CNN’s Matias Grez reports.
CNN’s Amanda Davies looks at how some soccer fans from around the world could be impacted ahead of their visit to the US for the 2026 FIFA World Cup where most matches will be played. Some games will also be played in co-hosts Mexico and Canada.
Serena Williams appeared on a list on the International Tennis Integrity Agency’s website showing players registered in the international testing pool, a necessary step for her to return to professional tennis. Williams responded on X saying “Omg yall I’m NOT…
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, CNN’s Amanda Davies looks at what makes next year’s tournament unique.
Quarterback Fernando Mendoza is making history at Indiana University with a perfect season. He also has a real shot at the Heisman Trophy. CNN’s Brynn Gingras travels to his old high school in Miami to learn what makes this player so special. Stream the full s…
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino has been accused of breaking FIFA’s own rules of neutrality after awarding President Donald Trump the FIFA peace prize. CNN’s Christina Macfarlane reports.
The Indianapolis Colts brought 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers out of retirement to join the practice squad. If he plays with the Colts this Sunday, he would be NFL’s oldest player. CNN’s Andy Scholes reports.
Luge athletes are testing out Italy’s brand new ice track in Cortina D’Ampezzo hoping for a place in the Winter Olympics.
A World Cup match scheduled in Seattle has caused outrage in Egypt and Iran. The scheduled June 26 match will be part of the city’s pride celebrations and the football federations representing both Egypt and Iran are pushing back.
Following the shooting at Brown University, Golden State Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr - who has been a vocal advocate for gun control - spoke with reporters ahead of the Warriors’ game against the Portland Trail Blazers.
Kobe Byrant’s infamous bright green Grinch shoes are on auction and could sell for an estimated $10m, according to the auction house. The sneakers, which Bryant wore during a Christmas game in 2010, are for sale with Pharell Williams’ auction house Joopiter.
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua beat YouTuber-turned boxer Jake Paul, delivering a knockout in the Friday night bout. Streamed live on Netflix, Joshua also appeared to break Paul’s jaw in the process.
Cristiano Ronaldo honored tennis legend Novak Djokovic at the 2025 Globe Soccer Awards with the newly launched Globe Sports Award. Football legend, Ronaldo, has vowed to reach 1,000 goals whilst Djokovic continues his quest for a record-breaking 25th Grand Sla…
Nick Kyrgios defeated Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3 in a modern “Battle of the Sexes” tennis match on December 28, more than 50 years after Billie Jean King’s historic win over Bobby Riggs.
Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo said his passion for the game remains “high” and that he is still motivated to reach his target of 1,000 career goals. The Portuguese forward is less than 50 goals away from the milestone mark. The 40-year-old was named Best M…