Diogo Jota was part of the Liverpool team which won a record-equaling 20th top-flight title in April.
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What we know about the death of Liverpool soccer star Diogo Jota and his brother
Thomas Partey during the second leg of Arsenal's Champions League semifinal against Paris Saint-Germain in May.
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Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault
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‘It’s weird but also insanely cool’: McLaren’s Lando Norris on the dream and dilemma fueling his F1 title ambitions
A black ribbon is worn by Francisco Cabral of Portugal as he plays a backhand during the Gentlemen's Doubles second round match against Petr Nouza of Czechia and Patrik Rikl of Czechia on day five of The Championships Wimbledon 2025 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 4 in London.
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Portugal’s Francisco Cabral on receiving permission to alter Wimbledon dress code to pay tribute to Diogo Jota: ‘An honor’
Diogo Jota has died in a car crash in northern Spain at the age of 28.
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Liverpool star Diogo Jota dies at 28 in car crash in Spain
Joey Chestnut competes during Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog-Eating Contest held at Maimonides Park in New York City, New York, U.S., July 4, 2021.
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Champion eater Joey Chestnut talks to CNN about ‘grinding’ through competitions and being ‘drunk on food’
Third seed Alexander Zverev reacts during his defeat against Arthur Rinderknech in the first round.
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Why have there been so many upsets at this year’s Wimbledon?
Oregon jury convicts former NBA player Ben McLemore of raping incapacitated woman at team party
Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. detained by ICE and on track to be deported just days after fighting Jake Paul
Cleveland Guardians pitcher placed on leave hours before his start as MLB reportedly investigating gambling
A slider, a milestone and a heartfelt thank you: Kershaw’s 3,000th strikeout
Caitlin Clark: Commissioner’s Cup pay ‘makes no sense’
The next American Wimbledon champion is probably ‘playing wide receiver on an NFL team’ as US men endure grand slam drought
Popular unicycle performer Red Panda injured at halftime of WNBA game
Jake Paul enters WBA cruiserweight rankings, making him eligible for title shot
Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai is seen in the huddle during a football game with members of the Afghan Women's Team at Ultra Football, in Melbourne, on August 19, 2023.
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The women surfing 50-foot waves: ‘I’ve almost died so many times’
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 01: A general panoramic view of Wimbledon packed with spectators, with a back-drop of Centre Court, as Clara Tauson of Denmark plays against Heather Watson of Great Britain in the first round of the Ladies' Singles Competition on No.12 Court during the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club at Wimbledon on July 1st, 2025, in London, England. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Getty Images)
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For the first time in 148 years, Wimbledon has no line judges. Some say that ‘takes away the humanity’ from the tournament

Beyond the field

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‘We’re still here. We’re still going to enjoy our game’: What it’s like being a trans sports fan in Trump’s second term
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Jakob Ingebrigtsen is on a mission to be ‘recognized as the best runner to exist’
AF Corse car, a Ferrari 499P driver Robert Kubica, left, of Poland celebrates his win on the podium with third Ferrari AF Corse driver Antonio Giovinazzi of Italy, on the podium after winning the 24-hour Le Mans endurance race, Sunday June 15, 2025 in Le Mans, western France. (AP Photo/Jeremias Gonzalez)
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Once in a life-threatening crash, Robert Kubica completes ‘highest goal’ in endurance racing with Le Mans victory
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On the brink of retirement, this NFL player turned to psychedelics to help with his OCD

In the spotlight

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This ultramarathon runner breastfed her baby during a 100k race. It hadn’t occurred to her she might win
Zambia's players hold a banner in memory of the 1993 plane crash that killed the Zambia team in Gabon, as they celebrate their victory of the African Cup of Nations after their final soccer match against Ivory Coast at Stade de l'Amitie in Libreville, Gabon, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012. (AP Photo/Francois Mori)
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How Zambian soccer recovered from a plane crash that killed a golden generation
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World heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk keeps Ukraine on his mind as he prepares for his next big fight
Robert Wirehag (center) arranges youth soccer games in the Swedish city of Uppsala.
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Why soccer might be Sweden’s way out of a gang crime crisis

Video

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<p>At Major League Soccer side Atlanta United, Senegalese footballer Jamal Thiaré has been enjoying some Southern hospitality. Jamal moved to the U.S. from France, adapting to the culture and the language, and, as you’ll see, he’s brought energy and creativity to the team’s attack, as Larry Madowo explains for African Voices Playmakers.</p>
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<p>CNN World Sport's Amanda Davies sits down with England women's national football team head coach Sarina Wiegman ahead of next month's UEFA Women's EURO 2025.</p>
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PARIS, FRANCE - JUNE 05: Rafael Nadal of Spain plays a forehand against Casper Ruud of Norway during the Men's Singles Final match on Day 15 of The 2022 French Open at Roland Garros on June 05, 2022 in Paris, France. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
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‘It’s what helps us forget the bombs’: Young girls keep skating in Gaza 3:24
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<p>One of the most unique traditions in sport, the annual Cooper's Hill Cheese Rolling competition in western England will be held this Monday. Thousands of spectators and brave competitors from all over the world will head to the iconic 200 yard hill so steep that very few participants manage to stay on their feet. World Sport's Don Riddell recently caught up with 23-time winner Chris Anderson who shared some insight on not only how to win, but also how to just make it down in one piece!</p>
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NFL

Buffalo Bills cornerbacks Maxwell Hairston (31) speaks to the media after the NFL football team's rookie minicamp in Orchard Park, N.Y., May 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
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Maxwell Hairston, the Buffalo Bills’ 1st-round pick, is accused of sexual assault
Jalen Ramsey #5 of the Miami Dolphins enters the filed prior to a preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons at Hard Rock Stadium on August 09, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
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Dolphins trading Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to Steelers for Minkah Fitzpatrick
Chandler Jones was a wide receiver during his time at San José State.
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Former college football player Chandler Jones dies at age 33 after road accident
Henry Ruggs III was sentenced to three-10 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges stemming from a fatal DUI crash in November 2021.
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Former NFL WR Henry Ruggs III apologizes to family of woman he killed in fatal DUI crash

Basketball

Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White celebrates with Lexie Hull and Aari McDonald after their team's win against the Minnesota Lynx in the championship game of the 2025 Commissioners Cup in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on July 1, 2025.
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Indiana Fever win WNBA Commissioner’s Cup without injured Caitlin Clark
The WNBA will expand to 18 teams by 2030 after three new expansion teams were announced.
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WNBA expansion teams coming to Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia, league announces
LeBron James has reportedly picked up his player option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers, but where he plays next season is up for debate.
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 14: Ace Bailey answers questions from reporters during media availability at the 2025 NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena on May 14, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
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Ace Bailey says he’s ‘blessed’ to be with the Utah Jazz after he fell to them in the NBA draft

More US Sports

25 JUL 1993: NEW YORK METS THIRD BASEMAN BOBBY BONILLA WATCHES A PREVIOUS HIT DURING THE METS VERSUS LOS ANGELES DODGERS GAME AT DODGER STADIUM IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA. MANDATORY CREDIT: STEPHEN DUNN/ALLSPORT
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He hasn’t played in MLB for more than two decades. One team is paying him $1.2 million a year until 2035
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 26: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder warms up against the Memphis Grizzlies before the game of Game Four of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on April 26, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander agrees to massive 4-year extension with NBA champion Thunder, AP source says
Wilyer Abreu of the Boston Red Sox at bat during the seventh inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts on June 29, 2025.
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Red Sox’s Wilyer Abreu becomes first player since 1958 to hit inside-the-park home run and grand slam in same game
Shohei Ohtani's pitch to Vinnie Pasquantino clocked in at 101.7 mph.
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Shohei Ohtani throws fastest pitch of MLB career in third mound start for Los Angeles Dodgers

Golf

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J.J. Spaun nearly fell apart at the US Open. A rain delay reset, and two magical shots, lifted him to the championship
Minjee Lee won the Women's PGA Championship at Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco.
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Minjee Lee wins third career major at Women’s PGA Championship, joins rare company with victory
CROMWELL, CONNECTICUT - JUNE 22: Keegan Bradley of the United States reacts to his birdie putt on the 18th green during the final round of the Travelers Championship 2025 at TPC River Highlands on June 22, 2025 in Cromwell, Connecticut. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)
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Tommy Fleetwood left heartbroken as Keegan Bradley pulls a stunner to deny him a first PGA Tour win
OAKMONT, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 13: Wyndham Clark of the United States hits a tee shot on the fifth hole during the second round of the 125th U.S. OPEN at Oakmont Country Club on June 13, 2025 in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
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Wyndham Clark apologizes for his actions at US Open after social media reports that he damaged the locker room

Soccer

Al Hilal's Saudi midfielder #07 Khalid Al-Ghannam celebrates after winning the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 round of 16 football match between England's Manchester City and Saudi's Al-Hilal at the Camping World stadium in Orlando on June 30, 2025. (Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA / AFP) (Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA/AFP via Getty Images)
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Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal ‘had to climb Mount Everest without oxygen’ in shock Club World Cup win over Manchester City
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Xinhua/Shutterstock (15379570v) Lionel Messi (Front L) of Inter Miami CF competes during the round of 16 match between Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) and Inter Miami CF (USA) at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia, the United States, June 29, 2025. u.s. Atlanta Football Fifa Club World Cup Round of 16 Paris Saint Germain vs Inter Miami Cf - 29 Jun 2025
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Friends Reunited: Why it wasn’t just Lionel Messi who faced Paris Saint-Germain at the FIFA Club World Cup
Paris Saint-Germain's Joao Neves celebrates after scoring the opening goal of FIFA Club World Cup round of 16 match aganst Inter Miami at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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European champion PSG knocks out Lionel Messi, Inter Miami in convincing fashion to advance to Club World Cup quarterfinal
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca criticized the two-hour delay that punctuated his team's 4-1 win over Benfica.
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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca critcizes weather delays at Club World Cup and questions US hosting the competition

Tennis

Ukraine's Dayana Yastremska celebrates after defeating American Coco Gauff in the first round of the 2025 Wimbledon Championships.
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American Coco Gauff ousted in the opening round at Wimbledon in a shocking upset
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 01: Arthur Rinderknech of France celebrates his victory against Alexander Zverev of Germany during the Gentleman's Singles First Round match on day one of The Championships Wimbledon 2025 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on June 30, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)
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No. 3 seed jinx? Jessica Pegula and Alexander Zverev both upset in first round at Wimbledon
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Mark Greenwood/IPS/Shutterstock (15378057bd) Yulia Putintseva (KAZ) Practices at Wimbledon ahead of the 2025 Championships Wimbledon Championships 2025 AELTC, Saturday Practice, London, UK - 28/06/2025
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‘Maybe he has a knife’: Yulia Putintseva asks for ‘crazy’ Wimbledon spectator to be ejected over safety fears
Aryna Sabalenka cools down during her first-round match against Carson Branstine.
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Record heat at Wimbledon has players and fans alike trying to keep their cool amid scorching conditions

Photo galleries

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - FEBRUARY 09: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after Philadelphia beat Kansas City 40-22 to win Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
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KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 26: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates after a first down late in the fourth quarter of the AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Aaron M. Sprecher/Getty Images)
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Gallery The best photos from the 2024 NFL season

Longform

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These athletes suffered life-changing injuries. Then, they turned to psychedelics
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A doping free-for-all Enhanced Games calls itself the answer to doping in sports. Opponents say it poses a danger to health
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These young female athletes died by suicide. They all had head injuries in common
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Saudi Arabia is trying to disrupt soccer’s world order. The reasons why might surprise you