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Feng birdies final hole for a 1-shot win on LPGA Tour

Feng Shanshan set a high target for such low scoring at the Thornberry Creek LPGA Classic, and she figured she had done enough.

Zhang Shuai reaches her first quarterfinals at Wimbledon

Zhang Shuai of China reached the quarterfinals at Wimbledon on super Monday, beating Dayana Yastremska of Ukraine 6-4, 1-6, 6-2.

Brazil beats Peru to win 1st Copa América title since 2007

With its injured star watching from the stands at a packed Maracanã Stadium on Sunday, Brazil beat Peru 3-1 to win its first South American title since 2007.

US wins 4th World Cup title, 2nd in a row, beats Dutch 2-0

Megan Rapinoe stood on the field, arms outstretched, striking her now trademark victory pose symbolizing the confidence of a U.S. team that celebrated and savored each triumph at the Women's World Cup.

Sweden beats England 2-1 to take third at Women's World Cup

​Kosovare Asllani set Sweden on its way to a 2-1 victory over England for third place in the Women's World Cup on Saturday night but the midfielder almost didn't play in the bronze medal match.

Clippers trading for George, signing Leonard

The Clippers will be landing Leonard as a free agent after they acquire Paul George from the Oklahoma City Thunder in a massive trade for players and draft picks, a person familiar with the negotiations said.

IOC lifts suspension on Kuwaiti Olympic body imposed in 2015

The IOC says it has fully lifted a suspension from Kuwait's Olympic committee, imposed in 2015 when the national government passed a law that compromised the independence of sports bodies.

Chinese divers collect three golds on first match day of Universiade

The Chinese diving team enjoyed a flying start on the first match day in Naples, Italy at 2019 Napoli Universiade by collecting three gold medals on Thursday.

Challenging times ahead as Lampard returns to Chelsea

Frank Lampard was hired as the first English manager of Chelsea in 23 years on Thursday, making a return to the club where he is the all-time record scorer from his trophy-laden 13 years as a player.

Dutch star Arjen Robben announces retirement from soccer

Former Bayern Munich and Netherlands forward Arjen Robben has announced his retirement from soccer.

Dutch beat Swedes to set up Women's World Cup final with US

The Netherlands will play the United States for the Women's World Cup title after Jackie Groenen sealed a 1-0 victory over Sweden in extra time on Wednesday night.

African footballer Yaya Toure joins Qingdao Huanghai FC

Yaya Toure, four-time African Footballer of the Year, has joined China's Qingdao Huanghai FC, a club in China's second-tier league, the club announced on Wednesday.

Xu Xin returns to top position in ITTF world rankings

The 29-year-old walked away with three titles at the Japan Open last month, after winning in the men's singles, doubles and mixed competitions.

Benitez officially takes charge of CSL's Dalian Yifang

Spain's Rafa Benitez has been named Dalian Yifang head coach, the Chinese Super League (CSL) club said on Tuesday.

Morgan scores and Naeher saves in 2-1 victory over England

Alex Morgan scored go-ahead goal and Alyssa Naeher stopped a late penalty kick to send the United States into the final at the Women's World Cup with a 2-1 victory over England on Tuesday night.

Klay Thompson staying home, Jimmy Butler-to-Miami gets done

Klay Thompson is staying home with Golden State. Jimmy Butler finally has a new home in Miami.
And the wait continues for Kawhi Leonard.

Gauff, just 15, shocks 5-time champ Venus, 39, at Wimbledon

Cori Gauff grew up admiring the Williams sisters. Picked up a tennis racket as a little girl because of them. And on Monday at Wimbledon, still just 15, Gauff beat one of them.

Beijing opens free winter sports center for residents

With less than 1,000 days to go before the 2022 Winter Olympic Games, a newly-developed center for winter sports promotion in Beijing has become a popular attraction for community residents.

Verstappen wins Austrian GP to end Mercedes' unbeaten streak

Max Verstappen showed off his risky racing style Sunday to win the Austrian Grand Prix for a second straight year and end Mercedes' unbeaten streak this season.

Kevin Durant to sign with Brooklyn Nets

Kevin Durant is headed to the Brooklyn Nets, leaving the Golden State Warriors after three seasons.

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