Cadillac’s Road to Formula 1

The American automaker’s quest to become the sport’s 11th team began two years ago. It joins the grid in 2026.

How a Formula 1 Racecar Returns to Action So Quickly

After an accident during a practice session, mechanics swarm the car and grab spare parts, with the goal of making the next race. Sometimes it gets dicey.

Speedboat Somersaults Through the Air During Race on Arizona Lake

Spectators gasped as the 38-foot Catamaran flipped through the air during a Desert Storm boat race event on Lake Havasu in Arizona.

Dick Barnett, Champion Knick With a Singular Jump Shot, Dies at 88

A high-scoring guard, he played on New York’s two title-winning teams in the 1970s. He was remembered for his “fall back, baby” shooting style.

Jay Sigel, Amateur Golfer Who Played Like a Pro, Dies at 81

Many considered him to be the greatest American amateur since Bobby Jones. So why didn’t he try for the PGA Tour? An old hand injury had something to do with it.

Steve McMichael, Hall of Fame Tackle for Champion Bears, Dies at 67

He was a ferocious part of a dominant defense that swept the 1985 Chicago team to victory in the Super Bowl. After 15 N.F.L. seasons, he became a pro wrestler.

Mike Patrick, Voice of Sunday Night N.F.L. Games on ESPN, Dies at 80

He did the cable network’s play-by-play for college basketball, football and baseball games, but his most important assignment was “Sunday Night Football.”

Kenyan Runner Will Try to Become First Woman to Break a 4-Minute Mile

A study suggested that Faith Kipyegon, the female record-holder, could do it under the right conditions. She is set to try in June.

Ken Griffey Jr. Is a Photographer Now

The baseball Hall of Famer has traded his bat for a camera. He shared the stories behind some of his favorite images.

Leo Beenhakker, a Soccer Coach Without Borders, Dies at 82

Among many other accomplishments, he led tiny Trinidad and Tobago to the World Cup and Poland to its first appearance in the European championships.

The F1 Race Engineer Hoping to Guide Lando Norris to a Title

Will Joseph has worked with the McLaren driver since he was a rookie and is the radio voice nudging him during races.

In Formula 1, a 2-Second Pit Stop Is a Vital Dance

A bad one can ruin a race, but pit teams that can move like Rudolf Nureyev can shave time in a sport where split seconds count.

The Legacy of the Black Caddies at the Masters

They would often form special bonds with the golfers that lasted decades. Carl Jackson caddied for Ben Crenshaw dozens of times, including for his two wins at Augusta.

Bernhard Langer Returns to the Masters to Say Goodbye

A pickleball injury sidelined him last year, but he is returning to a course he loves.

The Impact of the Masters on Ely Callaway

He invented the Big Bertha driver, which changed the game of golf. Bobby Jones, a creator of the tournament, was a Callaway cousin.

Dave Pelz, Scientist Turned Golf Guru of the Short Game, Dies at 85

After working at NASA, he became an expert on putting and shots close to the green through his coaching, books, television appearances and training aids.

He Wore a ‘Patriotic’ Hat to a Blue Jays Game. It Got Him Ejected.

The message “Canada is not for sale” drew attention because of a rule against political slogans at Rogers Centre in Toronto. The team later apologized.

Hank Steinbrecher, Who Helped Elevate Soccer in the U.S., Dies at 77

He was also a key figure in raising American soccer’s profile on the world stage. Earlier, as a marketer, he saw opportunities in the football ritual of dousing coaches with Gatorade.

A Scrum of Their Own

Women’s Elite Rugby, the first professional rugby 15s women’s league in the United States, kicked off this month, offering a new opportunity for athletes hoping to compete in the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles.

Track and Field to Be First Olympic Sport Requiring DNA Sex Tests for Women

The change affects women with atypical genetics who have been able to compete if they suppressed their testosterone levels.

George Foreman, Boxing Champion and Grilling Magnate, Dies at 76

He claimed a world title in his 20s and, improbably, again in his 40s. He then made millions selling the George Foreman Grill.

Hugues Oyarzabal, Surfing Star Who Rode With a Camera, Dies at 39

With a video recorder affixed to his board or clamped to his teeth, he took viewers along for the ride, often inside the curling “barrel” of a wave.

In Sports-Crazed Boston, a Fight Over a Women’s Soccer Stadium

The efforts to bring professional woman’s soccer to Boston is pitting Mayor Michelle Wu against the Krafts of New England Patriots fame.

Junior Bridgeman, N.B.A. Player Turned Mogul, Dies at 71

He became an entrepreneur during a solid career with the Milwaukee Bucks. He later bought hundreds of fast-food outlets, a Coca-Cola bottling business and Ebony and Jet magazines.

Norwegian Ski Jumpers Suspended for Illegal Alterations to Their Suits

The skiers tried to find an extra edge to fly farther by adjusting the crotch of their suits. “We regret it like dogs,” the team’s coach said.

Name the Australian Who Has Won His Home Race. Give Up?

None have ever won F1’s Australian Grand Prix. The Aussies Oscar Piastri of McLaren and Jack Doohan of Alpine hope to change that.

Melbourne Returns as Formula 1’s Season Opener

The Australian city hosted the first race of the year for most of the last three decades before the Covid-19 pandemic. Now it’s back.

True Colors Come Out at the Australian Grand Prix

Because Formula 1 teams try to hide their capabilities during preseason testing, the first race often shows who is fast and who is not.

Hans Henken’s Long Path to SailGP

The flight controller on the American entry started on small, tricky boats, but now works the big F50 catamarans.

Brother and Sister Team Up to Race for Brazil’s SailGP Team

Martine and Marco Grael, siblings from Brazil, grew up sailing together in a racing family and now are on the same boat again, with bigger stakes.

New SailGP Teams Must Learn to ‘Fly.’ And Quickly.

It takes experience to compete with established sailors in the league and to lift 50-foot-long catamarans up onto their hydrofoils smoothly.

From Horses to Riders, Judges Explain the Art of Show Jumping

At equestrian events, precision, grace and speed are all considerations.

A Show Jumper Reflects on His Grand Slam Win and Looks Ahead

Scott Brash, a Scottish equestrian and Olympian, is the only person so far to win the sport’s grand slam. Next up: the Dutch Masters.

Ponies Are Not All the Same. They Come in Small, Medium and Large.

In the equestrian world, those sizes make a big difference in competition and in the animal’s value.

Nick Tandy, the Farmer, Is Now Also the Endurance Champion Driver

He became the first driver to win the grand slam of 24-hour racing when he took Daytona this year.

Action Express Racing Team Aims to Bounce Back at Sebring

The team crashed at Daytona, but has long had success at the Twelve Hours of Sebring, winning three times since 2015.

At Sebring, an Old Air Base Tests the Limits of Endurance Racing

The 12-hour race is held on a track crafted from a World War II field where bomber pilots trained.

Frank Saucier, Slugger Sidelined by a Publicity Stunt, Dies at 98

He had just recently joined the St. Louis Browns when he was replaced in the lineup by Eddie Gaedel, a 3-foot-7 circus performer, in a game in 1951.

A Formula 1 Dilemma: Race for This Year, or Next

With big rule changes coming for 2026, it will be hard to accomplish both. For many teams, it will be wait and see.

Expectations Are High for an Exciting Formula 1 Season

The year could turn into a free-for-all, with many teams and drivers expected to challenge for the titles.

For Formula 1, an Off-Season of Change

Lewis Hamilton now drives for Ferrari, rookies are filling seats and Australia returns as the opening race.

Meet the F1 Driver Who Is Filling the Seat Left by Lewis Hamilton

Andrea Antonelli is replacing the seven-time F1 champion at Mercedes, but said, “I really want to make my own story.”

For L.A. Fire Victims, Two Words Bring Hope and a Little Normalcy: ‘Play Ball’

A Pacific Palisades youth baseball league has found a temporary home and, with lots of help, is reviving a sense of togetherness that was lost in January.

Trump Says He Will Posthumously Pardon the Baseball Star Pete Rose

President Trump also repeated his call for Rose, who was banned from the sport for gambling, to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Will the ‘Tush Push’ Be Banned in the N.F.L.?

The league has received a complaint about the Eagles’ special play, in which the quarterback is pushed from behind. It may go the way of head slaps and forward fumbles.

Given the Right Conditions, Could a Woman Run a 4-Minute Mile?

Researchers say it’s possible, at least for Faith Kipyegon of Kenya, who holds the world record for the distance.

Once the Center of the N.B.A. News Universe, These Phones Can Now Be Yours

Adrian Wojnarowski, the former king of the N.B.A. scoop at ESPN, is auctioning off personal items to raise money for his employer, St. Bonaventure University.

Al Trautwig, 68, Mainstay in the TV Booth at Madison Square Garden, Dies

He was a familiar face covering the Knicks and the Rangers and also appeared in broadcasts of 16 Olympics.

Yankees Part With Tradition: Beards Are Now Allowed

The team is ending its longstanding policy on facial hair and will allow “well-groomed beards moving forward,” Hal Steinbrenner said.

Team Canada Fans Boo During U.S. National Anthem

At hockey and basketball games, fans jeered during “The Star-Spangled Banner” after President Trump’s past taunts and economic threats toward Canada.

Pakistan Hosts Top Cricket Championship, but India Skips the Party

India has refused to play its Champions Trophy matches in Pakistan, which is hosting its first major global tournament in almost 30 years.

The Eagles Fly, All Night Long: Images From the Super Bowl

Jalen Hurts and Philadelphia stunned Kansas City, winning in a rout and ending the Chiefs’ dreams of three straight championships. Photographers followed the action.

Using ‘Three-Peat,’ a Trademarked Sports Phrase, Means Paying for Bragging Rights

As sports catchphrases start to stick, savvy coaches and athletes are moving to protect them with federal trademarks. “Three-Peat” is just one of many.

A Fishing Season That Lasts Just 17 Minutes

Despite its brevity, the rush to spear giant sturgeon in Cheboygan, Mich., is important to the local economy.

It’s 3,500 Miles From Philadelphia. But for Eagles Fans, It Feels Like Home.

At Passyunk Avenue, a London bar founded by a Philadelphia transplant, the authentic touches go beyond cheesesteaks (but there are cheesesteaks).

Howard Twilley, Super Bowl Scorer for Undefeated Miami, Dies at 81

After a stellar college football career, he spent 11 years with the Dolphins. He caught a touchdown pass in 1973 that concluded the team’s 17-0 season.

Cleveland Harris, N.F.L. Coach Who Pushed for Diversity, Dies at 79

An assistant coach for 33 years, he never fulfilled his dream of becoming a head coach, a rarity for a Black man. But he pressed the league to open the door for future minority coaches.

Virginia McCaskey, 102, Owner and Stalwart of the Chicago Bears, Dies

The daughter of the Bears founder and football pioneer, George Halas, she witnessed much of N.F.L. history from a young age, then took the team’s reins in 1983.

It’s Not Just Eagles Fans. Why Do People Riot After Super Bowl Wins?

Anonymity, mob mentality, testosterone and alcohol can contribute to trouble on what would seem to be a joyous occasion.

When the Aga Khan’s Derby Winning Horse Was Kidnapped

Shergar, a brilliant winner of Britain’s most prestigious race, the Epsom Derby, was taken from his stable in 1983. He was never seen again.

Kultida Woods, Mother of Tiger Woods, Dies at 78

A frequent presence in her son’s public life, she stood by his side during a period of scandal that took him away from golf.

Michael Katz, 85, Dies; Wrote About Boxing With Passion and Humor

Reporting, and opining, for The New York Times and The Daily News, he was known for his combative style and relished tweaking the powerful people in the sport.

Fay Vincent, Baseball Commissioner in a Stormy Era, Dies at 86

He presided in a period of union strife, the emergence of steroid use, the banning of Pete Rose and an earthquake that rattled a World Series.

Dick Button, 95, Figure Skating Champion and TV Commentator, Dies

He won an Emmy for his enthusiastic and sometimes acerbic analysis on sportscasts, but before that he made history as a two-time Olympic gold medalist.

The Utah … Mammoth? Outlaws? N.H.L. Team Puts Its Name to a Vote

The Utah Hockey Club is searching for a new name, but it’s skated into a marketplace crowded with trademarks.

Iris Cummings Critchell, 104, Dies; ’36 Olympic Swimmer Turned Aviator

The last survivor of the American team that competed in Hitler’s 1936 Games in Berlin, she went on to become a wartime pilot and an aeronautics instructor.

Weight Tossed in Indoor Hammer Throw Event Kills Spectator at Track Meet

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs, which hosted the event, said the implement had “cleared certified barriers.”

A Ravens Player Dropped a Pass. The Hate It Brought Moved Rivals to Give.

A charitable drive for diabetes research in the name of the Ravens receiver Mark Andrews, who missed a pivotal play in a game against the Buffalo Bills, has raised more than $120,000.

Wayne Taylor Racing Rejoins Cadillac and Goes for Its Fifth Win at Daytona

The team had success with the brand before moving to Acura for 2021. Now it’s back.

Porsche Aims for Its Record 20th Win at Daytona

No other car manufacturer has as many victories there. Not even close.

Meet the Driver Who Went From Formula 1 to Endurance Racing

Kevin Magnussen, a longtime driver for Haas, was grabbed by BMW and will be competing at Daytona.

Jeff Torborg, Catcher of Three No-Hitters and a Manager, Dies at 83

He called every pitch of Sandy Koufax’s perfect game in 1965. After 10 seasons playing in the majors, he skippered the White Sox and the Mets.

Was That a 900 or 1080 on the Halfpipe? X Games Can Now Ask A.I.

Snowboarding is the latest sport to embrace technology as a judge, at least partly, at this week’s X Games.

Heinz Kluetmeier, Inventive Sports Photographer, Dies at 82

His work for Sports Illustrated included the renowned cover photo of the United States men’s hockey team celebrating their upset win at the 1980 Winter Olympics.

George Kalinsky, 88, Madison Square Garden’s First Official Lensman, Dies

With camera in hand, he parlayed a chance encounter with Muhammad Ali into a photography career documenting the Knicks, the Rangers and Garden headliners like Elvis Presley.

Gus Williams, Guard Who Led Seattle to an N.B.A. Title, Dies at 71

Undersized but speedy and known as the Wizard for his acrobatics, he was a high scorer who in 1979 starred in a series that brought the SuperSonics their only crown.

Unrivaled Charts a New Path for Women’s Basketball

A new 3-on-3 league offers a condensed format, some of the best W.N.B.A. players and a made-for-TV approach that aims to bring viewers close to the action.

Tommy Brown, a Teenage Talent for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Dies at 97

He was 16 when he made his debut as a shortstop in an Ebbets Field doubleheader, becoming the youngest position player in modern major-league history.

Bob Uecker, Clubhouse Wit-Turned-Popular Sportscaster, Dies at 90

Uecker turned his meager baseball career into humorous fodder covering games on TV and as a commercial pitchman.

Bill McCartney, Coach Who Led a Movement for ‘Godly’ Men, Dies at 84

After transforming the University of Colorado’s football team, he founded the Promise Keepers, a masculine revivalist group that drew millions of supporters.

The Book So Helpful That the Eagles’ A.J. Brown Read It During a Game

What made the N.F.L. star open “Inner Excellence” by Jim Murphy as the action continued? “I like to read.”

Jimmy Connors? Let Me at Him, Said John Newcombe at the ’75 Australian Open.

It was Newcombe’s home tournament, and for him, the No. 1-ranked Connors was the draw. Then the Australian won.

Alex de Minaur’s Love for the Australian Open

He played a memorable match there as a 17-year-old, when he came from behind and won.

The Young Talent of Tennis Takes Aim at the Established Stars

The top players still dominate, but many young players are expected to challenge them for the big trophies.

Bob Veale, Towering Fireballer for the ’60s Pirates, Dies at 89

A 6-foot-6 strikeout king, he was a star of the Pittsburgh rotation who left batters wary of both his fastball and his wildness.

Ed Van Put, Who Hooked Jimmy Carter on the Catskills, Dies at 88

A master fly-fisherman, author and conservationist, he guided the famous, including a former president, and the not-so-famous in the hunt for rainbow trout.

The Duke’s Mayo Bowl Is Gross and Weird. That’s Why People Love It.

The game is one of more than 40 bowl games. But the corporate sponsor has made it an internet sensation. Warning: sickening content.

Lenny Randle, ‘Most Interesting’ Major Leaguer, Is Dead at 75

His career was defined by bizarre episodes — blowing a rolling ball foul, knocking down a pitcher and standing at the plate when the lights went out in New York City.

Charlie Maxwell, Who Hit Homers in 4 Consecutive At-Bats, Dies at 97

An All-Star outfielder for the Tigers, he tied a major league record with that feat on a Sunday (what else?) in 1959 playing against the Yankees in Detroit.

Olympic Snowboarder From Switzerland Dies in Avalanche at 26

Sophie Hediger, who competed in the 2022 Olympics in Beijing, died in an avalanche in Arosa, Switzerland, according to the police and the Swiss ski federation.

An American Follows His Sailing Passion to the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

Ron Epstein was a casual sailor until he decided he wanted to race. Now his boat is the only U.S. entry at the event.

The Challenges of Working on the Bow at the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

These are the crew members who handle the sails as their boat pitches like a bronco.

Hang On Tight. It’s Time for the Rollicking Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.

It can be hundreds of miles of nail-biting sailing in an event that began in 1945.

Rickey Henderson, Baseball’s Flamboyant ‘Man of Steal,’ Dies at 65

Widely regarded as the greatest leadoff hitter in baseball history, he was not just one of the game’s most exciting players but also one of its most eccentric.

The Fair Catch Free Kick, and 4 Other Obscure-but-Real N.F.L. Rules

On Thursday, the Los Angeles Chargers pulled off a rare “free-kick field goal.” There are other oddball rules in the book if you dig deep enough.

An Exciting F1 Season That Had No Dominant Player

Max Verstappen won the title again, but it was a fight, as was the team championship, taken by McLaren at the last race.

For Aston Martin, a Fifth-Place Finish Again

Its season began with so much promise, but the team was unable to keep up with the leaders.

There Are 24 Tracks in F1. Drivers Have Their Favorites.

From street circuits like Monaco to challenging courses like Suzuka International, some tracks stand out.

Dick Van Arsdale, 81, One of First Identical Twins in the N.B.A., Dies

A three-time All-Star, he played for the Knicks and the Phoenix Suns. For one season, he and Tom Van Arsdale were hard-to-tell-apart teammates.

Rodney Jenkins, Star of the Show-Jumping Circuit, Dies at 80

He had a feel for how horses behaved and thought, and won more than 70 Grand Prix events.

Golf’s Highs and Lows in 2024

There were a lot of exciting tournaments, but LIV still looms over the sport.

From Snoop Dogg to Gold Medals, the Year in Horse Sport

2024 was the year a star rapper fell in love with horses, a U.S. team won at the Paralympics and the sport reckoned with its demons over animal abuse.

In 2024, Tennis Was Busy With Action On and Off the Court

There were striking matches, coaching changes, and Novak Djokovic finally won his Olympic gold.

A Stunning Year in Sports: Caitlin Clark, Shohei Ohtani and Record Viewership

It was also a year highlighted by the pageantry and competition of the Paris Olympics.

Dommaraju Gukesh, 18, Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion

It had been an unexpectedly close contest in Singapore with Ding Liren. When he won, the normally stoic Gukesh clasped his hands at the board and burst into tears.

F.B.I. Looks Into Plot Targeting Athletes as Joe Burrow’s Home Is Burglarized

The homes of a handful of N.B.A. and N.F.L. players in the Midwest have been burglarized since September. The F.B.I. believes “South American Theft Groups” could be responsible, according to one memo.

Rocky Colavito, All-Star Slugger for Cleveland, Dies at 91

After he was traded in one of the most infamous deals in Cleveland’s history, the team floundered and “the curse of Rocky Colavito” was born.

Minnesota Vikings Find Unlikely Muse for Celebration Dance: ‘White Chicks’

Not everyone loved the 2004 film “White Chicks.” But 20 years later, some N.F.L. players are paying homage to it in the end zone.

Ron O’Brien, Who Coached Divers to Olympic Medals, Dies at 86

He may have been the most successful diving coach in American history, gathering more than 300 medals in competitions and nurturing stars like Greg Louganis.

Charles Leclerc, Close to the F1 Drivers’ Title Again, Completes His Best Season

The Ferrari driver is confident about 2025 as he teams with Lewis Hamilton.

Lewis Hamilton Bids Farewell to Mercedes

He had a remarkable run with the team, winning six titles, but after this weekend he will be racing for Ferrari.

Haas Is Climbing Out of Formula 1’s Doldrums

The team finished last in 2023, but it has risen in the standings and has plans for next season, including new drivers.

Mary McGee, Motorcycle Racing Pioneer, Is Dead at 87

Her most remarkable achievement came in 1975, when she became the first person, man or woman, to complete the Baja 500 race solo.

Grooms, the Unsung Heroes of the Horse World

They are the caretakers of the horses, who can’t speak for themselves. So these professionals “have to speak for them and feel what they need and what they want,” one groom said.

Hong Kong International Races Week Celebrates Horses and Jockeys From Around the World

The flagship event of the Hong Kong Jockey Club honors the horses and the athletes who ride them.

The Formidable Golden Sixty, Just Retired, Still Looms Over the Hong Kong Races

The horse dominated the sport for years and is the highest-earning racehorse of all time.

Lou Carnesecca, St. John’s Basketball Coach With 526 Wins, Is Dead at 99

Known for his quick wit and garish sweaters, he took the New York City university to national basketball prominence over 24 seasons.

Why Do the Lions and Cowboys Play on Thanksgiving Every Year?

The short answer: tradition.

Runners Use Secret Ingredient to Win N.C.A.A. Race: Olive Oil

B.Y.U.’s cross-country runners went old school and coated their bodies for a cold race day.

Rico Carty, Exceptional Hitter Who Was Stymied by Injuries, Dies at 85

A Dominican baseball star, he had a dazzling rookie year and became a pioneering designated hitter, but injuries and tuberculosis held him back.

The Lady Jaguars

The New York Times first reported on a winless basketball team of troubled teens in Tennessee in 2012. Explore our years of coverage here.

The World Chess Champion Could Lose His Title, and It Might Not Be Close

Chess’s biggest event starts next week. The reigning champion, Ding Liren, is seen as an underdog compared to an 18-year-old competitor.

Dallas Long, Record-Setting Shot-Putter, Is Dead at 84

In an era when America dominated the event, he was one of the best. He retired after winning gold at the 1964 Tokyo Summer Olympics and became a doctor.

Bill Moyes, Australian ‘Birdman’ Who Popularized Hang Gliding, Dies at 92

A modern-day Icarus, he set a world record for the longest unassisted flight, was arrested after soaring into the Grand Canyon and nearly killed himself several times.

Bob Love, Rugged, High-Scoring All-Star for Chicago Bulls, Dies at 81

Love was a cornerstone of the franchise’s success in the early 1970s. He struggled with a stutter that he overcame only after his playing days were over.

Why 2 Big-League Teams Will Squeeze Into Small Homes in 2025

The A’s and Tampa Bay Rays will play in minor league ballparks next season, one because of hurricane damage and the other because of an interstate move.

John Robinson, Inspiring Coach of U.S.C. and L.A. Rams, Dies at 89

His Trojans won four Rose Bowls during his two stints at Southern California and shared one national championship. He took the Rams to two conference championships.

How Did a Golf Course in the Desert Get So Lush? Let Us Explain.

For the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, it took planning and water. “The desert golf courses are actually the most efficient users of water out of necessity,” a U.S.G.A. official said.

The Five Players to Watch at the DP World Tour Championship

The tournament will also determine the winner of the Race to Dubai.

It’s Been an Exciting Year for the DP World Tour

Here are five tournaments that stood out in 2024.

Gerry Faust, Coach Who Lived a Dream at Notre Dame, Dies at 89

Jumping from the high school ranks to lead one of the most storied programs in college football, he lost games but rarely lost hope.

Bobby Allison, Hall of Fame NASCAR Driver, Is Dead at 86

A three-time winner of the Daytona 500, he was ranked as one of NASCAR’s greatest drivers, with 85 victories. But his career was darkened by tragedy and injuries.

The Big 3 Have Faded. Who Will Dominate Next?

For the first time in decades, the ATP Finals will be played without either Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal or Novak Djokovic. Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are poised to take over.

Turning a Backhand Into a Forehand

Experts say hitting what’s called an inside-out forehand to an opponent’s backhand gives a player an edge.

The Many Trials of Alexander Zverev

He has not won a Grand Slam, but has taken an Olympic gold. He’s ranked No. 2, but has been fined over his temper on the court. He also has settled domestic abuse charges.

Dub Jones, Who Scored 6 Touchdowns for Browns in One Game, Dies at 99

A 6-foot-4 halfback and flanker, he was a tall, reliable target for Browns quarterback Otto Graham as Cleveland rolled to titles in the late 1940s and ’50s.

The Controversy Over Playing the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia

In a country that is often criticized over its treatment of women, the tennis world debates the pros and cons of holding the elite women’s tournament there.

The High-Energy Jasmine Paolini Has Broken Through

The player from Italy reached the finals this year at the French Open and Wimbledon. Now she has qualified for the WTA Finals for the first time.

The Importance of Those High-Pressure Tiebreakers in Tennis

Experts say that players need to take their time to succeed. “The athlete who rushes during a tiebreak gets into trouble,” Pam Shriver says.

This Is Your Brain on 26.2 Miles

Running a marathon can take the mind on its own strange and sometimes unpredictable journey.

Rudy May, a Stingy Master of the Curveball, Dies at 80

He overcame a dip in velocity to find pitching success with four teams, including the Yankees and Orioles, and had a dominant season in 1980.

Grigor Dimitrov Has a Renaissance

The tennis player turned pro in 2008 and is now back in the top 10 as he prepares for the Rolex Paris Masters.

Not All Tennis Balls Are the Same

Players must adjust to the differences, and that has led to complaints about consistency. The ATP is trying to solve the problem.

Playing Tennis Is Tough. So Is Being the Director of a Tournament.

Former players often run big events, and they have to deal with such requests as better food and accommodations. “As tournament director you know that not everyone is going to be happy,” one said.

Patti McGee, Skateboarding’s First Female Champion, Dies at 79

She was on the cover of Life magazine and performed for Johnny Carson. She was, her daughter said, “a badass and a goody two-shoes at the same time.”

In Mexico City, F1 Teams Must Cope With the Altitude

The thinner air affects the cars in many ways, including the performance of the turbo engines, brakes and tires. “It’s like driving in the wet,” the driver Lance Stroll of Aston Martin said.

As Sergio Pérez Struggles, Questions Follow

He started the season strong, but his results have been mostly poor since. His team, Red Bull, has fallen to second place.

Franco Colapinto Makes an Impression, but He May Not Have a Seat for 2025

He replaced Logan Sargeant after he was dropped by Williams, but Carlos Sainz will move to the team for next year.

Julia Hawkins, Centenarian Sprinter, Dies at 108

She took up running after her 100th birthday at the encouragement of her children, and went on to set two world records in the 100-meter dash.

Fernando Valenzuela, Pitcher Whose Screwballs Eluded Batters, Dies at 63

The Los Angeles Dodgers star won the Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Awards in 1981, when “Fernandomania” made him a household name and filled ballparks.

Stan Asofsky, Vociferous Courtside Superfan of the Knicks, Dies at 87

For decades, beginning in 1959, he was a regular presence at Madison Square Garden (in two locations), befriending players and heckling opposing players and refs.

After 43 Years, Yankees and Dodgers Resume Their World Series Rivalry

Even as the sport and the country have changed, the rivalry has produced some of baseball’s most memorable moments.

2 Triathletes Dead at World Championships, Organizers Say

One athlete was from Mexico, and the other was from Britain. The circumstances around their deaths at an event were not immediately clear.

Surprised That McLaren Is Leading Formula 1? So Is Its Boss, Zak Brown.

He has transformed the team, which snatched the lead in the constructors’ championship from Red Bull a month ago.

Oliver Oakes Leads Big Changes at Alpine

The team first announced a new driver for 2025. Then its parent, Renault, said it would no longer be an F1 engine supplier. Oakes, the new team principal, called them “nice hot potato topics.”

A Formula 1 Race in Texas, but Where Are the American Drivers?

Formula 1 is mostly a European sport, and contenders must climb the racing ladder through events there. That is difficult for Americans.

A Top Chess Player Is Disqualified After a Phone Is Found in a Bathroom Stall

Kirill Shevchenko, a grandmaster who represents Romania, has been accused of getting assistance from a computer in the middle of games.

New York Liberty Fans Get Creative With Jerseys, Art and Cross Stitches

As their favorite team in the W.N.B.A. experiences a surge in popularity, fans are expressing their love creatively.

Abdul Salaam, Quiet Member of the Jets’ ‘Sack Exchange,’ Dies at 71

A defensive tackle, he teamed with Joe Klecko, Mark Gastineau and Marty Lyons in the 1980s on a line that terrorized quarterbacks.

SailGP Is Becoming All Grown Up

There are new teams, new events and higher team valuations. And last season had a different champion when Spain dethroned Australia.

How to Prepare for SailGP? Inhale the Data, Practice and Study More Data.

Information is vital, as is simulator training and time on the water. It is up to each team to sort out what is useful.

Martine Grael Makes Her Mark in SailGP

Her Brazilian family has been racing for years. She is now set to become the first woman to drive in the series.

Greg Landry, Scrambling All-Pro Quarterback, Is Dead at 77

Known for his legs as well as for his arm, he was the last Detroit Lions quarterback to make the Pro Bowl for more than 40 years.

Luis Tiant, Crowd-Pleasing Pitcher Who Baffled Hitters, Dies at 83

Cuban-born and charismatic, with a personal tale caught up in politics, he was a dominant hurler with a quirky windup who helped lead the Red Sox to a pennant in 1975.

Susie Maxwell Berning, Hall of Fame Golfer, Is Dead at 83

She often took time away from the tour for her family. But she tallied 11 championships, including three in the U.S. Women’s Open.

Ozzie Virgil Sr., First Dominican-Born Major Leaguer, Dies at 92

An outstanding fielder though never an All-Star, he broke that barrier with the Giants in 1956 and later became the Tigers’ first Black player.

Dikembe Mutombo, a Towering N.B.A. Presence, Dies at 58

Coming late to basketball, he nevertheless found stardom, retiring with the second-most blocked shots in league history. He devoted much of his life to humanitarian causes.

Dick Moss, Who Helped Usher In Baseball Free Agency, Dies at 93

A labor lawyer, he was crucial to toppling a decades-old system that bound players to teams year after year, setting the stage for their rich contracts of today.

A South Korean Olympian Gets to Play an Assassin, but Some Before Her Have Flopped

Olympians who tried the movies, especially in the 1980s, often fared poorly.

Robert Lansdorp, Coach of Tennis Champions, Is Dead at 85

His students, including Tracy Austin, Maria Sharapova, Pete Sampras and Lindsay Davenport, developed their ground strokes through his regimen of intense repetition.

Rivalries Are the Heart of College Football. But Many Are Going Away.

Upheaval within the Big Ten, Pac-12 and Southeastern Conferences has threatened some cherished rivalries, while rekindling others. In Oregon, the Civil War may soon be over.

Otis Davis, Who Overcame Racism to Win Olympic Gold, Dies at 92

At the 1960 Summer Games in Rome, he set a world record in the 400-meter race and another in the 4 x 400 relay, where he anchored the United States team’s victory.

Six F1 Grands Prix Are Now Held at Night. Singapore Was the First.

Initially there were doubts about holding events in the evening, and on the streets of a city, but they faded quickly.

With Williams, Carlos Sainz Knows He’ll Need Patience

After losing his 2025 seat with Ferrari, the Spanish driver lands with a team with long-term plans.

The F1 Season Has Surprisingly Become a Free-for-All

After the first few races, it looked like Red Bull would run away with the titles once again. Not this year.

With Retirement from ESPN, ‘Woj’ Leaves a Changed Sports Media World

At ESPN, Adrian Wojnarowski leveraged social media to get the news out quicker. That skill made him rich and famous. He will manage the basketball team at St. Bonaventure University.

The Laver Cup and Its Growing Tradition

Roger Federer, who helped create the team event in 2017, said “the first year was definitely a highlight.” The cup is now in its seventh year.

A Busy Taylor Fritz Embraces the Laver Cup

“It’s amazing I’m going to get to go play just a really fun event that I enjoy with all of my friends,” he said.

Tennis Is a Solo Sport, but Players Learn That Team Competition Is Thrilling

The Laver Cup pits Europe against the rest of the world, and players love being picked for one of its teams.

The Evolution of the BMW PGA Championship

The tournament, long a staple for European players, has become an international event for the world’s top golfers.

Tommy Fleetwood’s International Success Has Not Carried Over to America … Yet

Heading into the BMW PGA Championship in his home country, the English golfer talked about the Olympics and playing in the United States.

Under Wentworth, Remnants of World War II

The BMW PGA Championship will be played at the club, where a bunker was built by the British military to be a site more secure from bombing than central London.

Stephen Peat, Former Washington Capitals Player, Dies at 44

The N.H.L. Alumni Association said that Peat had died of injuries from a “tragic accident” that occurred more than two weeks ago.

At the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, Strong Winds Are Always a Factor

This year a 100-foot class will earn a Maxi World Championship title for the first time, but gale winds forced the big boats to stay in the harbor as racing began.

Joe Schmidt, 92, Dies; Made Middle Linebacker a ‘Defensive Quarterback’

A Hall of Famer who played for powerful Detroit Lions teams and later coached them, he embodied a tidal shift in N.F. L. strategy with the rise of the passing game.

18,000 Miles Later, an American Woman Has Cycled the World

It took Lael Wilcox 108 days to circumnavigate the globe. Improbably, she said it was “the most fun ride of my life.”

The No. 1 Breaker in the World Is … Raygun?

The Australian breaker who was mocked at the Olympics for her kangaroo-hopping routine is now atop the official world rankings. Here’s how it happened.

Ed Kranepool, a Teenage Met Who Lasted 18 Seasons, Dies at 79

“Steady Eddie” joined the team at 17, played in more games than any Met and in 1969 helped a once-woeful franchise pull off a “miracle” — a World Series title.

Paralympic Marathoner Loses Medal After Helping Her Guide Yards From Finish

A visually impaired runner briefly let go of the tether to her guide after he cramped near the finish line, costing her a bronze medal.

Miami Dolphins Player Tyreek Hill Detained by Police Outside Hard Rock Stadium

The wide receiver was released from custody before starring in a win against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. A police officer for Miami-Dade County has been placed on administrative duty.

‘Hefty Sneeze’ Sends Soccer Player to the Sidelines

Victor Adeboyejo, a forward for the Bolton Wanderers, is out with a back injury after a violent sneeze — surprisingly, something doctors see from time to time. He joins a long list of athletes with unusual injuries.

A Victory Comes at Last for the World’s Worst Soccer Team

San Marino scored its first competitive win. “To beat Liechtenstein has been an incredible joy,” one player said.

Rebecca Cheptegei, Olympic Runner From Uganda, Dies After Gasoline Attack

The athlete, who officials said was set on fire in Kenya by a man with whom she was in a relationship, competed in the women’s marathon at the Paris Olympics.

Athlete Accused of Abuse Had Harassed Other Paralympians, Lawsuit Claims

A para swimmer who sued the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee in 2022 now says it knew that the teammate he accused of rape was a threat.

Sid Eudy, 63, Dies; Wrestler Known as ‘Sid Vicious’ (Among Other Names)

Listed at 6-foot-9 and 317 pounds, he faced off against some of the industry’s biggest names, including Shawn Michaels and Hulk Hogan.

Rajeev Ram and His Partner Just Keep Winning U.S. Open Doubles

They have won three years in a row and are on an 18-match winning streak.

Emma Navarro Is Getting Someplace Fast

Navarro, 23, has been steadily climbing up the tennis world rankings and will be seeded at the U.S. Open for the first time.

A Super Saturday When the Stars Played On and On at the U.S. Open

The greatest day in tennis? Sept. 8, 1984, with its 165 games played over 12 hours, stands out.

Scott Bloomquist, Champion Dirt-Track Driver, Dies at 60

Styling himself as a rebel, he won more than 600 races and nine championships in a 40-year career.

Here’s Your Olympic Gold Medal. And Your Buffalo.

Winning at the Games sometimes brings unexpected rewards.

Everything You Need to Know About the 2024 U.S. Open

The tournament runs Aug. 26 to Sept. 8 at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City.

Al Attles, a Golden State Warrior in Name and in Spirit, Dies at 87

He was known as the Destroyer for his gritty intensity as a player. He later coached Golden State to an N.B.A. championship and served as its general manager.

Issa Hayatou, ‘the Emperor of African Soccer,’ Dies at 77

In his posts atop the governing bodies for African and global soccer, he fought to establish the continent as an equal to Europe and South America.

Frank Selvy, 91, Dies; Scored 100 Points in a College Basketball Game

The feat, a collegiate record, came in 1954 in South Carolina. As a pro, he missed a shot that would have given the Los Angeles Lakers a championship.

Supporting the Next Wave of Female Golfers

Playing the sport is expensive, but several organizations are reaching out to help smooth the way in golf — and life.

Micky Lawler, a Longtime Tennis Executive, Turns to Basketball

She was a force at the WTA and is now the commissioner of Unrivaled, a new women’s basketball league.

A Hockey Player Wanted to Form a Pro Women’s League. Billie Jean King Helped Make It Happen.

Kendall Coyne Schofield reached out to King years ago. In January the league had its first game.

Chi Chi Rodriguez, the Golf World’s Swashbuckling Champion, Dies at 88

He won eight PGA Tour tournaments and two senior majors — but it was his flair on the greens that made him one of the sport’s most popular players.

Duane Thomas, Enigmatic Running Back for the Cowboys, Dies at 77

He led Dallas to its first Super Bowl victory after engaging in a well-publicized contract dispute in which he called Coach Tom Landry “plastic” and refused to talk to reporters.

Billy Bean Dies at 60; Led Baseball on Diversity After Coming Out as Gay

As an outfielder, he hid his sexual identity from his teammates for nearly a decade before retiring and becoming a force for inclusion in the organization.

Joss Naylor, the English King of Racing Up Mountains, Dies at 88

A sheep farmer, he set records in so-called fell running — rugged off-trail competitions that can last days and present painful hazards, including an irate cow.

Track Keeps Banning Drug Cheats. It Worries That Other Sports Are Not.

Track and field’s antidoping arm, the Athletics Integrity Unit, has announced a string of cases in recent months. Is that the sign of a problem, or proof that its approach is working?

Floyd Layne, 95, Basketball Player Tarnished by Gambling Scandal, Dies

He helped City College win two national championships in 1950 before pleading guilty in a point-shaving scheme. He later became City’s basketball coach and a mentor.

An Olympics Scene Draws Scorn. Did It Really Parody ‘The Last Supper’?

Some church leaders and politicians have condemned the performance from the opening ceremony for mocking Christianity. Art historians are divided.

Jade Carey won gold in the floor exercise at the Tokyo Olympics.

Carey, 24, was recruited to elite gymnastics for her vaulting abilities. Now she is a two-time Olympian.

At 27, Simone Biles is the most decorated gymnast in history.

Biles has won every all-around competition she has entered for more than a decade, a streak unmatched in the sport.

Sunisa Lee is the reigning Olympic all-around champion.

Lee earned the chance to defend her title despite a kidney disease that made it unclear whether she would ever compete again.

Hezly Rivera, 16, is the youngest member of the team.

Rivera turned in a solid performance at the Olympic trials to qualify after multiple top gymnasts were injured.

Jordan Chiles is a vivid presence on and off the competition floor.

Her performance has flourished since she moved to Texas to train with Simone Biles.

The F1 Season Is Not Turning Into a Red Bull Runaway

Max Verstappen is still firmly on top of the drivers’ championship, but McLaren is mounting a challenge for the team title.

Abner Haynes, a Star of the A.F.L.’s Early Years, Dies at 86

He was a threat as a halfback, receiver and returner for the Dallas Texans, the team that became the Kansas City Chiefs. But he still had to deal with racism.

Caught Repeatedly Whipping a Horse, Top British Rider Is Out of the Olympics

“There is no excuse,” Charlotte Dujardin, a three-time gold medalist, said of her actions captured on video. “I am deeply ashamed and should have set a better example in that moment.”

Top Japanese Gymnast Withdraws From Paris 2024 for Smoking and Drinking Alcohol

Shoko Miyata, the team’s captain, withdrew from the Games after an investigation by the country’s gymnastics board found she had violated its code of conduct.

Tadej Pogacar Returns to the Top, Winning the Tour de France

Pogacar won his third Tour, beating his rival Jonas Vingegaard by 6:17 after a final time trial victory in Nice on Sunday.

Brittney Griner Announces Birth of Her Son

Less than two years after her release from a Russian penal colony, the W.N.B.A. center and two-time Olympic gold medal winner said that her son was born on July 8.

Bobby Grier Dies at 91; Overcame Resistance in Integrating Sugar Bowl

Early in the civil rights movement, a Georgia governor tried to ban Black players from the game, but after a protest by Georgia Tech students, Grier was allowed to play.

Palestinian Bid to Ban Israel From Soccer Is Put Off

A decision by FIFA to delay the resolution of a bitter dispute until August will allow Israel to take part in the men’s tournament at the Paris Olympics.

Pat Williams, Charismatic N.B.A. Executive, Is Dead at 84

Known for his unorthodox marketing practices, Mr. Williams, a founder of the Orlando Magic, was sometimes called the P.T. Barnum of professional basketball.

Monte Kiffin, N.F.L. Defensive Coaching Mastermind, Dies at 84

He distinguished himself as the defensive coordinator of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who rode his game calling to an easy victory in Super Bowl XXXVII in 2003.

Tadej Pogacar Closes In on a Tour de France Win

Stage after stage he has taken time from his rival Jonas Vingegaard. Two tough Alpine stages remain before the race ends on Sunday.

Long Holes Look Intimidating, but It’s the Short Ones That Often Befuddle Golfers

At the British Open at Royal Troon, a short hole called the Postage Stamp has ended many title runs.

As Brian Harman Defends His Title, He Reflects on His Career

He won by six strokes last year, an accomplishment that showed him that he was capable of really big things.

The Players to Watch at the British Open

This is the last major of the year, and it seems that every top golfer will be there. These five may surprise.

Joe Bryant, Former N.B.A. Player and Kobe’s Father, Is Dead at 69

A 6-foot-9 forward known as Jellybean, he was drafted out of La Salle and had pro stints in Philadelphia, San Diego and Houston before playing in Italy.

As the Tour de France Climbs Higher, It’s a Two-Man Race

Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard, who have split the past four Tour de France wins, are set for a duel in the mountains.

Céline Boutier Returns Home to Defend Her Evian Title and Play in the Olympics

Last year she became the third Frenchwoman to win a major and the first since 2003.

The Toll of Starting a Golf Career So Young

In a game full of players who turned pro in their teens, burnout is common.

Angela Stanford Ponders the Past and the Future

She won the Evian Championship in 2018, her only major title. At 46, she is about to reduce her playing time.

They Called It ‘Improper’ to Have Women in the Olympics. But She Persisted.

A century ago, Alice Milliat fought for the inclusion of female athletes in the Olympics. Her contribution, long overlooked, is now being recognized.

Rory McIlroy Crashed at the U.S. Open. Here’s How He Recovers.

Two performance psychologists explain the mental strategies that help push past blowing a lead at a major.

The Five Players to Watch at the Scottish Open

Once again, keep your eye on Rory McIlroy, who won last year.

The Rising Fortunes of Xander Schauffele

He won the Scottish Open in 2022 and his first major in May. And he’s headed back to the Olympics, where he took gold in 2021.

The 50-Year-Old Skateboarder Bound for the Paris Olympics

Andy Macdonald has succeeded in a sport dominated by the very young.

Yoshihiro Uchida, Peerless Judo Coach, Is Dead at 104

A coach at San Jose State for seven decades, he helped establish the sport in America and trained generations of athletes, many of whom went to the Olympics.

Vic Seixas, Winner of 15 Grand Slam Tennis Titles, Dies at 100

Once declared “the face of American tennis,” he was ranked among the leading players in the United States from the 1940s to the ’60s.

The Medical Team That Looks After the British Grand Prix

Although more than 100 professionals are poised to respond to crashes, most of their work is treating spectators. “It’s probably the best place to be unwell on a Sunday in the U.K.,” said the team’s chief medical officer.

Silverstone Is Working to Remake Itself

The track’s owners are making moves to bring the circuit into the modern era and make it an attraction beyond racing.

Silverstone’s Rich History, From Bombers to Racecars

The site, which became a R.A.F. base during the war, held its first race in 1948, if you don’t count the unofficial Mutton Grand Prix in 1947.

Andy Murray, Battling Injuries and Age, Is Bidding Farewell to Wimbledon

He is the last British man to have won this very English tournament. He did it twice, along with grabbing two Olympic golds.

At Wimbledon, Players Must Deal With the Challenge of Grass

Fewer and fewer events are held on that surface. It can be tricky, and injuries are common.

For Marketa Vondrousova, Winning Wimbledon Was a Family Affair

Last year, she became the first unseeded player in the Open era to win the event’s women’s singles title. A celebration ensued.

Orlando Cepeda, Baseball Star Known as the Baby Bull, Dies at 86

Only the second Puerto Rican native elected to the Hall of Fame, he hit 379 home runs but later served time in prison on a drug-smuggling charge.

Before LeBron and Bronny, These Fathers and Sons Made Sports History

The Los Angeles Lakers are poised to have the first father-son N.B.A. duo in league history. But other dads and sons have played pro sports together as well.

What to Know About This Year’s Tour de France (Which Begins in Italy)

Two previous winners are the leading contenders to win cycling’s most famous race, which, in a rarity, does not end in Paris.

Kaz Hosaka, 65, Dies; Led Two Poodles to Westminster Glory

He began handling dogs in his native Japan and then became a poodle specialist, leading Spice and Sage to Best in Show victories.

U.S. Swimming Stars Assail Antidoping Agency Ahead of Olympics

Lawmakers expressed openness to withholding funding from the agency after reports that Chinese swimmers were allowed to compete in the 2021 Games after testing positive for a banned drug.

Swimming Moves to an N.F.L. Stadium for the 2028 Olympics

Organizers of the Los Angeles Olympic Games hope that a huge venue for swimming, a marquee event, will draw crowds and generate much-needed revenue.

Willie Mays, Baseball’s Electrifying Player of Power and Grace, Is Dead at 93

Mays, the Say Hey Kid, was the game’s exuberant embodiment of the complete player. Some say he was the greatest of them all.

The Celtics Have 18 Championships. The Lakers? 17. (And Maybe One More.)

The Celtics won their record-breaking 18th championship this week, breaking a tie with the Los Angeles Lakers. But what if they’re still tied?

Bob Schul, a Singular U.S. Olympian in the 5,000-Meter Race, Dies at 86

His remarkable sprint in the final yards on a muddy track in the 1964 Games in Tokyo made him the only American ever to win the gold medal in that event.

At Le Mans, Automakers Have Expanded the Top Class

With the addition of Alpine, BMW, Isotta Fraschini and Lamborghini, nine manufacturers are racing this year.

In 1924, Bentley Began Its Dominance at Le Mans

The team won so often in the early years that its drivers were called the Bentley Boys.

Nyck de Vries Goes From an F1 Exit to Le Mans

He lost his job in Formula 1, but was grabbed by Toyota to drive in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Frank Carroll, 85, Dies; Coached Michelle Kwan and Other Skating Stars

His roster of students also included Linda Fratianne, but he did not coach an Olympic gold medalist until Evan Lysacek won in 2010.

A Masterpiece at Pinehurst Is Hosting the U.S. Open Again

The No. 2 course at the country club is a gem by the architect Donald Ross. This is its fourth Open.

The Importance of the Pinehurst Caddies

With their knowledge of the course, they can save players “several strokes a round.”

Remembering Payne Stewart’s Dramatic Open Win in 1999

Those who knew him talked about the man and the putt he sank on the final hole. “I did it, lovey,” he whispered to his wife. A few months later, he died in a plane crash.

Jerry West, One of Basketball’s Greatest Players, Dies at 86

He was a sharpshooting, high-scoring Hall of Fame guard for the Lakers and later an executive with the team. His image became the N.B.A.’s logo.

The Miniature Secrets of Championship Rings

More diamonds isn’t enough. One jeweler is wowing sports teams with reversible faces and detachable compartments.

Chet Walker, N.B.A. Champion and Movie Producer, Dies at 84

A vital member of the 1966-67 champion Philadelphia 76ers, he later produced a TV series based on the life on the point guard Isiah Thomas’s mother.

How to Pick the Winner of the Belmont (or Any Other Horse Race)

Here’s what to look for, and what to avoid, when betting on a pony at the track.

Larry Allen, Dominant N.F.L. Lineman, Dies at 52

Even on the star-studded Dallas Cowboys roster of the 1990s, he stood out with his head-turning strength and bone-rattling pancake blocks.

Parnelli Jones, Champion Auto Racer and Record Setter, Is Dead at 90

He was one of the greatest drivers of the 1960s and ’70s, winning six Indy races and four major NASCAR events while setting speed marks.

Rob Burrow, Rugby Star and A.L.S. Campaigner, Dies at 41

The “Mighty Atom” enjoyed a glittering professional career in Britain before gaining more acclaim for his charity efforts after a diagnosis of motor neuron disease.

Muhammad Ali’s Childhood Home Goes on the Market

The boxing champion lived in the one-story house in Louisville, Ky., which in recent years became a museum. It’s listed for sale, along with two neighboring properties, for $1.5 million.

For Female Climbers, Dangers Go Beyond Avalanches and Storms

Women are increasingly reporting sexual harassment and abuse in the sport, including accusations against the renowned climber Nirmal Purja.

Bill Walton, N.B.A. Hall of Famer and Broadcasting Star, Dies at 71

He won championships in high school, college (U.C.L.A.) and the pros (Trail Blazers and Celtics) before turning to TV as a talkative game analyst in the college ranks.

Grayson Murray, Winner of Two PGA Tour Titles, Dies at 30

Murray, who was outspoken about his depression and alcohol abuse, had begun a comeback after several volatile years, winning this year’s Sony Open in Hawaii.

50 Years Ago, Chris Evert and Bjorn Borg Changed Tennis

As teenagers, they brought the two-handed backhand to the sport — and to their first major championships, both at the French Open.

When Age Catches Up to a Tennis Player

They consider their bodies and the results on the court to determine when to hang it up.

Hsieh Su-Wei, at 38, Is a Dominant Force in Doubles

She has won seven majors, including the French Open twice.

Bob McCreadie, ‘the Master of Going Faster,’ Dies at 73

One of the winningest drivers in dirt racing history, he was a folk hero who cursed wildly, drove aggressively and crashed a lot.

The Limitations, and Thrills, of the Monaco Grand Prix

The narrow track and large cars hinder overtaking, but, oh boy, do those tight roads make qualifying hair-raising.

Mercedes, Which Dominated F1 for Almost a Decade, Struggles to Catch Up

The team has spent months trying to determine what is wrong with its underperforming car. The search continues.

Carlos Sainz Continues to Look for a Seat in Formula 1

He has won Ferrari’s only race this year, but will be out in 2025 when Lewis Hamilton moves over from Mercedes.

A Fan Was Hit by a 110-M.P.H. Foul Ball. Now She’s on a Trading Card.

The trading card maker Topps said it made 110 custom cards for Liz McGuire, who was hit by a ball at a game in Toronto on Friday between the Blue Jays and the Tampa Bay Rays.

An NBA Star’s Remark Becomes a Minnesota Rallying Cry

Minnesota Timberwolves fans have picked up on a phrase uttered by their star, and are hardly put off by its mild vulgarity.

Jim Otto, Hall of Fame Raiders Center, Is Dead at 86

Despite his accomplishments on the field, he was remembered mostly for the many beatings his body absorbed, which left him in constant pain.

Jon Urbanchek, Who Led Swimmers to Olympic Glory, Dies at 87

He coached the University of Michigan to 13 Big Ten Conference titles and a national championship. Overall, his swimmers won 21 medals at the Summer Olympics.

Daniel Ricciardo Continues to Struggle in Formula 1

After being cut from McLaren in 2022, he is now racing for RB, but the points have been slow to come.

Frédéric Vasseur’s Plan for Ferrari Begins to Pay Off

As a Frenchman running a beloved Italian team, fans weren’t happy at first, but the team is now second for the constructors’ title.

Formula 1’s Emilia-Romagna Returns After Last Year’s Cancellation

The race was called off after flooding devastated the region. The area is still digging out.

Wild World of Sports: When Raccoons, Cats and Iguanas Upstage the Action

Surprisingly often, animals show up uninvited at sporting events. Sometimes, it gets a little weird.

At the P.G.A. Championship, Club Pros Can Get Their Day in the Sun

They have the opportunity to play their way into the field. Michael Block did it last year and impressed the sport by finishing 15th.

Local Guys Bought the Valhalla Club, and Now They’re Hosting a Major

A group of Kentucky businessmen are trying to give the P.G.A. Championship a Louisville feel, complete with nods to Churchill Downs.

The Breathtaking Shots of Gary Player

He won the P.G.A. Championship twice and his 150-yard shot in 1972 is still talked about. But Player said he was proudest of one he hit at the 1968 British Open.

Grabbing a Water Bottle Gets a Marathon Winner Disqualified

The winner of the Orange County Marathon in California improperly took a bottle from a man on a bicycle, race officials said.

Judy Devlin Hashman, Record-Holding Badminton Champion, Dies at 88

She won 10 singles titles at the prestigious all-England championships.

Peter Oosterhuis, British Golfer Turned Broadcaster, Dies at 75

For a time he was one of Europe’s best golfers, winning 20 tournaments, before moving into TV, offering commentary for the Golf Channel and CBS Sports.

Alpine Is Trying, It Really Is, to Win in Formula 1

The team keeps making changes, to its cars and to its team, but continues to struggle.

Andrettis Keep Fighting to Enter F1

The sport just rejected their offer to create the 11th team, but Michael Andretti said they were not going away.

The Miami Grand Prix Matures

The Miami race had a rocky first year, but organizers learned from their rookie mistakes.

Olga Fikotova Connolly, Olympian in a Cold War Romance, Dies at 91

She was from Czechoslovakia. He was from the U.S. And after meeting at the 1956 Games and winning gold medals, they married. Love had breached the iron curtain.

Archie Cooley, Football Coach Known as ‘the Gunslinger,’ Dies at 85

At Mississippi Valley State University, he unleashed a high-powered, pass-heavy offense that featured the future Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Rice.

Howie Schwab, ESPN Researcher and Trivia Star, Dies at 63

He stepped out of his behind-the-scenes role in 2004 when he was cast as the ultimate sports know-it-all on the game show “Stump the Schwab.”

4 Disqualified from Beijing Race After 3 Let Chinese Runner Pass

A strange finish at the Beijing Half Marathon on Sunday led to an investigation and penalties.

Ken Holtzman, Who Pitched Two No-Hitters for the Cubs, Is Dead at 78

He was part of the Oakland A’s dynasty in the ’70s. He was also the winningest Jewish pitcher in Major League Baseball, surpassing Sandy Koufax.

Whitey Herzog, Hall of Fame Cardinals Manager, Dies at 92

He won three pennants and a World Series as the St. Louis skipper, promoting what was called “Whiteyball,” combining speed, defense and pitching.

Did Three African Runners Let a Chinese Runner Win a Race in Beijing?

Organizers are investigating the results of the Beijing Half Marathon, after three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia appeared to wave a Chinese competitor past them before the finish.

At This Hockey Game, the Biggest Save Might Have Kept a Boy Alive

A man deflected a puck heading straight for a boy’s head at a game in Ohio. With the help of TikTok, his mother was reunited with her son’s protector.

American Pizazz Meets the Staid Traditions of Sumo

At Madison Square Garden, New Yorkers got a rare look at an ancient Japanese sport, cheering and booing as though they were watching a Yankees game.

At the Masters, Champions Past, Present and Future

Golf enthusiasts regard a trip to the Masters Tournament as the stuff of dreams. Here are photos from this year’s tournament.

Fritz Peterson, Yankee Pitcher in an Unusual ‘Trade,’ Dies at 81

He was a leading light on an undistinguished team. But he became known less for his achievement on the field than for exchanging wives with a teammate.

O.J. Simpson, Football Star Whose Trial Riveted the Nation, Dies at 76

He ran to football fame and made fortunes in movies. His trial for the murder of his former wife and her friend became an inflection point on race in America.

Playing the Masters Is by Invitation Only. Here’s How Golfers Get One.

There’s a long list of possible ways, like being a past winner, but the creation of LIV Golf has complicated the process.

Bernhard Langer, a Masters Stalwart for 40 Years, Sits This One Out

He first played in the tournament in 1982 and has won it twice, but a pickleball injury, of all things, has him sidelined.

The Five Players to Watch at the Masters

Among them are golfers who have won the event before and have a good chance to do it again.

Track Will Be First Sport to Pay Olympic Gold Medalists

Winners in Paris will get $50,000 each from track and field’s governing body, as Olympic amateurism continues to fade away.

50 Years After Historic Home Run, Hank Aaron Gets a Stamp and a Statue

The baseball legend hit his record-breaking home run on April 8, 1974. His statue will be unveiled at the Baseball Hall of Fame in May.

Guns, Machetes and Illness: The Perils of Running the Length of Africa

Russ Cook of Britain overcame danger in a year of running from South Africa to Tunisia.

Jerry Grote, Stalwart Mets Catcher on ’69 Championship Team, Dies at 81

Known for his field savvy and his powerful arm, he helped propel the New York Mets through their storied 1969 World Series run.

Larry Lucchino, Top Executive at Three M.L.B. Teams, Dies at 78

He oversaw design of new ballparks for the Baltimore Orioles and San Diego Padres, as well as renovations for Fenway Park with the Boston Red Sox.

More Teams in March Madness? Say Goodbye to the Cinderella Stories.

Expanding the men’s tournament could push small schools like Oakland, which upset Kentucky this week, out of the action.

How Is a College Football Team Different From Its Marching Band?

The National Labor Relations Board is considering this question as it tries to determine whether some athletes at U.S.C. and Dartmouth should be deemed employees.

Doug Blevins, Kicking Guru for College and N.F.L. Players, Dies at 60

He fine-tuned the mechanics of punters and kickers, including Adam Vinatieri, the N.F.L.’s career scoring leader, even as he lived with cerebral palsy.

Dallas Seavey Wins Record Sixth Iditarod Despite Moose-Gutting Penalty

Seavey won the sled dog race after a harrowing close encounter with a moose, and a punishment for how he handled it.

Dog Sledder Penalized for Poor Moose Gutting

While mushing across Alaska in the Iditarod sled dog race, Dallas Seavey shot a moose, and then got a penalty for not gutting it well enough.

Baseball Video Game Will Include Women for the First Time

MLB The Show 24 will feature a career mode that allows gamers to create a female player and steer her journey to the big leagues. The game draws on the experiences of female baseball players.

For Her Players, Dawn Staley Is a Basketball Coach and Much More

For the veteran women’s coach at the college and Olympic levels, honesty and discipline are central to leadership.

Iditarod Racer Kills Moose to Protect Himself and Dogs, Officials Say

Dallas Seavey, a five-time Iditarod winner, had to gut the moose during the sled dog race to comply with the competition’s rules.

Chris Mortensen, ESPN’s Longtime N.F.L. Insider, Dies at 72

For over 30 years he covered the league for programs like “SportsCenter” and “Sunday N.F.L. Countdown.” As a sportswriter, he won a prestigious George Polk Award.

All Eyes Are on Red Bull in F1 This Season

It ran away with last season, so this first race of 2024 may show how dominant its new car is and if other teams have caught up.

Last-Place Haas Makes Big Changes for F1’s 2024 Season and Beyond

The team dropped its popular team principal, made an engineer the new boss and is hoping for better results. But they may not come this year.

New F1 Team Names Bring Money, Marketing and Lots of Syllables

The additional words focus on the gambling, streaming and financial services brands that the Formula 1 teams represent.

Henry Rono, Record-Breaking Distance Runner From Kenya, Dies at 72

Twice denied Olympic glory by his nation’s boycotts of the Games, he wrote himself into track history in 1978 by breaking four records in just 81 days.

Jayo Archer, Motorcyclist Who Landed Triple Flip, Dies While Practicing

Archer, 27, was the first to successfully execute a triple backflip in a freestyle motocross competition.

Lefty Driesell, Hall of Fame College Basketball Coach, Dies at 92

He built Maryland into a national powerhouse and became the first coach to win more than 100 games at each of four major college programs.

Don Gullett, Ace for the Big Red Machine, Dies at 73

With a fastball that recalled his idol, Sandy Koufax, he helped lead the Cincinnati Reds and then the New York Yankees to World Series titles in the 1970s.

Kelvin Kiptum, Marathon World Record-Holder, Is Dead at 24

Kiptum, who came tantalizingly close last year to breaching the mythical two-hour barrier in the marathon, was killed in a car accident in Kenya.

Lance Larson, Who Lost a Disputed Olympic Swim Race, Dies at 83

He had the fastest time in the 100-meter freestyle final. But after a corps of judges couldn’t choose a winner, the chief judge declared one. It wasn’t Larson.

How to Fake Your Way Through the Super Bowl

Don’t be ashamed. Here’s all you need to know about the big game on Sunday.

Jack Burke Jr., Who Won 2 Major Golf Titles in a Season, Dies at 100

A top professional in the postwar years, he won the Masters and the P.G.A. championships in 1956. At his death he was the oldest living champion of both.

The Players to Watch at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic

Here are five golfers to keep an eye on at this first Rolex Series tournament of the year.

At the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, Drama on and Off the Course

Last year’s event had a classic battle between Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed, players on opposite sides of the LIV Golf debate.

Mark O’Meara and His One-Stroke Victory at the Desert Classic

In 2004, he edged out Paul McGinley for the win, with his putt on the final hole in Dubai.

Wild Weather Is Affecting N.F.L. Wild-Card Games This Weekend

The Dolphins will face “dangerously cold temperatures” in Kansas City, and the game between the Bills and Steelers in snowy Buffalo was moved to Monday.

Ben Shelton, the American With the Blinding Serve, Returns to the Open

He made a splash at last year’s event, reaching the quarterfinals, and went on to have a breakout season.

WTA and ATP Are Facing a Year of Formative Change

Tennis is trying to reposition itself by altering tournaments and spreading more money around.

Bud Harrelson, Shortstop for ‘Miracle Mets’ of 1969, Dies at 79

An outstanding fielder, he helped the team win the World Series that year and reach another in 1973. He stayed with the Mets as a coach and, briefly, manager.

Norby Walters, 91, Dies; Music and Sports Agent Who Ran Afoul of the Law

He ran a highly successful booking agency, but his secret contacts with college athletes led to convictions (later reversed) for racketeering and fraud.

Mário Zagallo, Longtime Fixture of Brazilian Soccer, Dies at 92

The first person to win the World Cup as a player and a coach, he was a link to decades of Brazil’s success and failure on the sport’s biggest stage.

Britain’s Newest Sports Sensation Is a 16-Year-Old Darts Player

When Luke Littler isn’t playing Xbox, he’s winning thousands of pounds against the world’s best players. On Wednesday, he played in the world championship final.

Frank Ryan Dies at 87; Cerebral Quarterback Led Browns to ’64 Title

Off the field, he earned a Ph.D. in mathematics and taught the subject at Rice and Yale. And he brought computers to the House of Representatives.

Paula Murphy, Once ‘the Fastest Woman on Wheels,’ Dies at 95

She proved that women could gain fame as speed demons on land by setting records on the Bonneville Salt Flats and on the nation’s racetracks.

Not-So-Gourmet Yacht Food

The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race forces the sailors who compete to make many sacrifices, which can include forgoing a hot meal.

The Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Has a Boat-Size Absence

Wild Oats XI, a crowd favorite that is one of the most successful yachts in the event’s history, will not compete this year pending repairs and rethinking.

At the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, Women Are Making Their Mark

The event is attracting more female skippers than in previous years, and many own the boats.

Court Ruling May Revive Plan for Soccer Super League in Europe

The European Court of Justice said the sport’s governing bodies had abused their dominant position by blocking a new competition, opening the way for revamped proposals.

George McGinnis Dies at 73; Powered His Way to Basketball Stardom

He won two titles with the Pacers of the A.B.A. before joining Julius Erving on the N.B.A.’s 76ers, but it was 35 years before the Hall of Fame inducted him.

For Red Bull and Max Verstappen, 2023 Was a Dominant Year

The team and its star driver grabbed the season and didn’t let go, finishing hundreds of points ahead of their nearest competitor.

Teams Will Spend the Off-Season Seeking Ways to Be More Competitive

In 2023, Red Bull dominated the field. The other teams hope to change that next year.

Aston Martin Went Zoom, Then Sputtered

Led by Fernando Alonso, the team was a force at the beginning of the Formula 1 season before falling behind.

Two Storied Names in Racing, Ferrari and Mercedes, Seek to Bounce Back

A variety of changes are being considered, but the teams admit “there’s a Mount Everest to climb” to catch up with Red Bull.

Franz Tost Dials It Back

His final race, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, was his 351st as a team principal. He now moves from AlphaTauri to a lighter role with Red Bull.

With Its Fourth Rugby World Championship, South Africa Stands Alone

Ireland and France entered the World Cup as favorites, but South Africa won it by beating New Zealand in a meeting of the sport’s traditional champions.

In 2023, Golf Mergers Were the Big Story

The PGA Tour is looking at LIV Golf, and the L.P.G.A. and Ladies European Tour are on the cusp of joining together.

In Tennis, Bookends of Drama in 2023

The year was full of unlikely winners and exciting team competitions.

Isabella de la Houssaye, Athlete Who Endured Against the Odds, Dies at 59

After being diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer, she continued to go on extreme adventures with her children, including an ascent of the tallest mountain in the Americas.

Belmont Stakes Will Move to Saratoga for 2024

Other races normally run at Belmont Park, on Long Island, will move to Aqueduct, in Queens, as the track undergoes significant renovations.

Dr Pepper Awards Two $100,000 Scholarships to Correct Halftime Blunder

Dr Pepper awarded each of the contestants in the college football halftime challenge the grand prize after a review found a counting error.

Nothing but Backboard: Why Some Korean Basketball Players Love the Bank Shot

Banked free throws, an unorthodox technique, have a cult following in the Korean Basketball League.

Britain Restricts Weighing of Gymnasts in Wake of Abuse

Athletes also must be allowed to hydrate regularly when practicing and be permitted visits to the restroom.

Everybody’s Ejected After an N.H.L. Fight

All 10 skaters on the ice got a game misconduct in the Senators-Panthers game on Monday night in Ottawa.

Terry Taylor, First Woman Named Sports Editor of The A.P., Dies at 71

She brought a relentless management style to the wire service’s sports department for 21 years, supervising its coverage of sports around the world.

Baseball Flourishes in Colombia’s Capital. But Not Because of Colombians.

In a Bogotá league, Venezuelans who fled their homeland have carried on their culture in a country surrounded by soccer — and have built a support system. “It’s like having a piece of Venezuela here.”

Willie Hernández, Relief Pitcher Who Had a Banner 1984, Dies at 69

He was voted the American League’s Most Valuable Player and won its Cy Young Award in a championship season with the Detroit Tigers. “It’s unbelievable,” he said.

Gianpiero Lambiase Is the Man in Max Verstappen’s Ear

The race engineer gives advice to the driver on the radio during races. Their relationship has been described as a long marriage.

On Second Thought, Haas Is Staying Put

Gene Haas once considered selling the team, but changes in F1 have convinced him not to.

McLaren Is No Longer Caught in the Middle of Formula 1

The team started the year as another lackluster midfield team, but big changes have moved it to No. 4.

M.L.S. Fans Will Pay More to See Lionel Messi

A Red Bulls promotion has some fine print: If Inter Miami is the opponent, you get a different game.

How to Become a Cricket Expert for the Cricket World Cup Final

The world’s top cricket teams have spent the past weeks battling to determine which is the best at the Cricket World Cup, one of the most popular sporting events in the world. But in some countries, including the U.S., cricket barely hits sports fans’ radars — which is a shame! With the World Cup final set for Sunday, here’s what you need to know to understand a game that has captivated fans for centuries.

Johnny Green, Jumpin’ Knicks All-Star, Dies at 89

An All-Star forward — and an all-American at Michigan State — he was known as Jumpin’ Johnny, able to soar over taller opponents for 14 seasons in the N.B.A.

Elite Runner Who Rode in a Car During a Race Is Banned for a Year

The ultramarathoner Joasia Zakrzewski acknowledged that she got a lift for two and a half miles of a 50-mile race in April.

Barely Playing in a Tour, but Winning Its Championship Anyway

This will happen this year at the DP World Tour Championship and the Race to Dubai.

Players to Watch at the DP World Tour Championship

Here are five golfers to keep an eye on at the year-end tournament.

Years of Suspense at the DP World Tour Championship

Here are five tournaments where the margin of victory was one.

Peter Seidler, Big-Spending San Diego Padres Owner, Dies at 63

Under his leadership, the team’s payroll grew to one of the largest in Major League Baseball. But a championship proved elusive.

15 Years After Novak Djokovic Won His First ATP Finals, He’s Still Dominant

He had his breakout year in 2008 and now, at age 36, is still ranked No. 1.

To Beat the Best at the ATP Finals, Players May Have to Mix Things Up

Analysts say it is a good strategy against strong defensive players, which can put them in an uncomfortable position.

The Power and Speed of Jannik Sinner

Sinner, 22, has dominating talent and has already beaten many of tennis’s top players.

Move Over, Gels. Heinz Wants Runners to Refuel With Ketchup.

Despite a video advertising ketchup as runners’ fuel, experts are far from sure that gobbling the packets is a good move for your next long run.

Oleg Protopopov, Who Skated With His Wife to Olympic Gold, Dies at 91

Twice Soviet champions at the Games, he and Ludmila Belousova revolutionized pairs figure skating in the 1960s with a balletic style before defecting to the West.

Cody Dorman, Who Forged a Close Bond With a Top Racehorse, Dies at 17

A boy with a rare genetic disorder inspired the name of the horse Cody’s Wish, who won at the Breeders’ Cup on Saturday.

Walter Davis, Basketball Star With a Velvet Touch, Dies at 69

“Walter is a good shooter until the fourth period,” one coach said of Davis, a standout in both college and the N.B.A. “Then he becomes a great shooter.”

For a Chair-Throwing Basketball Coach, Baseball Was a Comforting Coda

As his memory declined, Bobby Knight, the volatile former Indiana University basketball coach, found some solace in the Cleveland baseball team of his youth.

After a 40-Year Wait, a Trap Shooter Returns to the Olympics

Leonel Martínez, a trap shooter from Venezuela, left the Summer Games in 1984 without making the podium. At 60, he’s again vying for a medal.

Bobby Knight, Basketball Coach Known for Trophies and Tantrums, Dies at 83

Knight raised Indiana to the national top tier while upholding academic standards, but he was notorious for the rage he directed at players and referees.

Zverev Is Fined in New Abuse Case Involving Former Partner

The German tennis star was ordered to pay a penalty of 450,000 euros in a case involving the alleged physical abuse of the mother of his child, his lawyers said.

Frank Howard, Towering Slugger Whose Homers Were, Too, Dies at 87

At 6-foot-7 and 250-plus pounds, he was known for his tape-measure blasts for the Dodgers and the Senators — not to mention all those strikeouts.

Lionel Messi Wins Eighth Ballon d’Or as Soccer’s Best Player

Messi is the first M.L.S. player to win the award. Aitana Bonmatí of Spain won the women’s prize.

Colombia Mobilizes Troops to Search for Kidnapped Father of Liverpool Player

The parents of Luis Díaz, a Colombian star of the English club, were both kidnapped on Saturday. His mother was rescued hours later, but his father remains missing.

Where, Oh Where, Are the WTA Finals?

Mexico landed the event this year at the last second, the third year in a row the tournament has been in limbo. That creates havoc with players’ schedules.

Elena Rybakina, a Wimbledon Winner, Makes Her Debut at the Finals

She’s seeded fourth and is bringing her staggering serve to the event in Cancun, Mexico.

Ivor Robson, Golf’s Celebrated Voice at the British Open, Dies at 83

For four decades he announced the names of players — Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and more — before they teed off. He rarely took a break.

The Present and Future of French Tennis

Men’s tennis in France isn’t what it used to be. But the veteran Adrian Mannarino is still winning, and the teenager Arthur Fils is quickly finding his form.

After a Taxing Tennis Season, a Golden Opportunity in Paris

Several players have broken through at the Paris Masters recently to win their first top-tier title. A well-rested Novak Djokovic may stifle that trend this year.

As Users Abandon X, Sports Twitter Endures

Many users have migrated to other platforms since Elon Musk bought Twitter, but sports fans still find it indispensable.

The Escape Artists Who Lifted the Trophies

Tennis players save match points regularly, but often crash out of a tournament soon after. But sometimes, a great save sets the stage for a big win.

These Boxers Plan to Show They Can Fight by Men’s Rules

When Amanda Serrano and Danila Ramos meet in the ring Friday night, they will spar for 12 three-minute rounds, following the format used for men’s fights.

Terry Dischinger, College and N.B.A. Star and Olympian, Dies at 82

An all-American at Purdue, he was the youngest member of the gold medal-winning 1960 U.S. Olympic team. He later became a top N.B.A. rookie.

Tour de France Route Steers Clear of Olympics, and Paris

The 2024 Summer Games have pushed the iconic bike race out of its traditional finish in Paris. The Tour will instead end in Nice, in the south of France.

Mary Lou Retton Is Released From Hospital, Daughter Says

The former gymnast’s family said this month that Retton had been hospitalized with pneumonia and that she was “fighting for her life.”

Betsy Rawls, Winner of Eight Golf Majors, Dies at 95

With a strong short game, she won four Women’s opens and a total of 55 L.P.G.A. Tour events between 1951 and 1972. She also had leadership roles with the tour.

Bobby Charlton, an English Soccer Great, Dies at 86

Surviving a plane crash in which eight teammates died, he became one of the game’s best-loved figures, winning the World Cup and the European Cup in the 1960s.

Lacrosse Is Coming to the Olympics. Will Its Inventors Be There?

A Native American team that has won medals at the world championships, is not currently eligible for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles.

Margot Polivy, Champion of Women in College Sports, Dies at 85

A physical education teacher turned lawyer, she helped advocate for and shape regulations that provided more opportunities and resources for student athletes.

Walt Garrison, a Cowboy Three Times Over, Dies at 79

A colorful running back for the Oklahoma State Cowboys and the Dallas Cowboys as well as a rodeo standout, he embodied the Texas mythos.

Australia Has Dominated SailGP, but Other Teams Are Catching Up

It remains in first place, but it has failed to win any of the season’s first four regattas.

Coaches on the Water? No More.

Starting this year, team coaches can no longer ride in chase boats, gathering their data and passing it on. They must do that on shore.

The Decisiveness of the Spanish Team

As SailGP moves to Cádiz, Spain, the home team relies on its experienced crew and its decisive driver, Diego Botin. “There is no room for doubt,” he says.

Olympic Committee Suspends Russian Organization Over Ukraine Move

The punishment came after Russia moved to make sports bodies from occupied Ukrainian regions part of its national program, but it may not keep individual Russians out of the Games.

Ex-Formula 1 Chief Bernie Ecclestone to Pay $802 Million for Fraud

Mr. Ecclestone pleaded guilty to not reporting hundreds of millions of dollars he held in a trust in Singapore.

Sergio Brown, Ex-N.F.L. Player, Taken Into Custody in Mother’s Death

Myrtle Brown, 73, died last month after an assault, the police in Maywood, Ill., said.

Mary Lou Retton Has Pneumonia and ‘Is Fighting for Her Life,’ Daughter Says

The gymnastics champion sprang to stardom at the 1984 Olympics, where she became the first American woman to win a gold medal in the all-around competition. Her family is raising money online, saying she lacks health insurance.

A Plan to Shake Up the Olympic Menu Includes Cricket

Flag football, softball, squash and lacrosse would also be included in 2028 under the proposal.

Michael Bonallack, Britain’s Greatest Postwar Amateur Golfer, Dies at 88

He won championship after championship but never turned pro. He later led the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews when it was a governing body in the sport.

No Longer Just ‘Goggles and a Suit’: Anthony Nesty on How Swimming Has Changed

The first Black head coach of a U.S. Olympic swimming team talks to us about diversity in the sport and coaching in the Instagram era.

Dick Butkus, Fearsome Hall of Fame Linebacker, Is Dead at 80

He was both hard hitting against the run and fleet-footed in foiling pass plays in his eight seasons with the Chicago Bears. He later took up acting.

Joe Christopher, an Original Met Who Was Amazin’ in ’64, Dies at 88

He hit .300 in the expansion franchise’s third season, a rarity for a team better known for finishing in last place than for great on-field achievements.

How to Become a Cricket Expert Just in Time for the Cricket World Cup

A game that is somewhat impenetrable to outsiders can, on occasion, reveal its joys to all.

Chris Snow, Hockey Executive Who Publicly Faced A.L.S., Dies at 42

The assistant general manager of the Calgary Flames, he was given a year to live in 2019. He and his wife used the time to document life with the disease.

An Alligator, a Flying Helmet and a Playoff Spot: What a Week for the Phillies

The Phillies had a wild week. Then a game with the Mets was postponed because of floods.

Ryder Cup: A Competition With Decades of Drama

It began in 1927 and has had many nail-biters over its almost 100 years. Here are some of them.

In the Ryder Cup, Home-Team Advantage Is Very Serious

This year the competition is in Rome, which means the European team controls the course setup and can adjust it to its players’ strengths.

Zach Johnson Tries to End a 30-Year Drought

As captain of the U.S. Ryder Cup team, he is attempting to win in Europe for the first time since 1993.

Brooks Robinson, Slick-Fielding Hall of Fame Third Baseman, Dies at 86

In his 23-year career, all of it with the Baltimore Orioles, he had 2,848 hits and 268 home runs. But he was best known for his unparalleled defense.

Phil Sellers, Whose Basketball Stardom Was Short-Lived, Dies at 69

He led Rutgers to an undefeated 1975-76 regular season and into the Final Four, where the Scarlet Knights lost in the semifinals. But his N.B.A. career was brief.

As the Number of Women in the N.F.L. Expands, So Does This Group Text

Pro football has seen an influx of women hired as scouts and assistant coaches in the past decade. They have formed their own support systems.

Buddy Teevens, Pioneering Dartmouth Football Coach, Dies at 66

He took the extraordinary step of banning tackling during all practices, which reduced concussions at a time when brain trauma in football had become a crisis.

Female Umpire Breaks Ground in Tradition-Laden Cricket League

Things change slowly in the county championship. But change they do.

A Former Hockey Enforcer Searches for Answers on C.T.E. Before It’s Too Late

Chris Nilan fought more than 300 times during a pro hockey career, then had years of addiction and anger problems. A high-risk candidate for chronic traumatic encephalopathy, Nilan is being studied by Boston University.

The Spotlight Shines on the Rugby World Cup in France

French fans have packed out stadiums, the Place de la Concorde and other venues to show their support for rugby in a land where soccer rules.

The Laver Cup Underlines a Generational Shift in Tennis

Young players are stepping up as some older ones fade. Even Roger Federer, the event’s father, has retired.

Frances Tiafoe Talks Family, His Game, and Race

He rose to the top 10 this year and had a good showing at the U.S. Open. His family, he said, means “everything to me.”

Boston College Suspends Swimming and Diving Teams Over Hazing

The indefinite suspension was announced on Wednesday, days before the teams were to begin their seasons.

At Sports Stadiums, Reducing Waste Is a Team Effort

Leagues, teams and stadiums are working to embrace sustainable practices, fight the effects of climate change and inspire fans to do the same.

A New Dispute Arises Over a 15-Year-Old Formula 1 Title

Comments by the former head of Formula 1 have prompted Felipe Massa to ask that he be awarded a title he just missed out on.

When Fiji Beats Australia, and It Almost Isn’t an Upset

The Pacific Island nations, hardly sports powers, can hold their own and then some in rugby.

Injuries in Brazilian Jujitsu Prompt Introspection in Growing Martial Art

Brazilian jujitsu, a self-defense form popularized by its use in mixed martial arts, is seeing new conflicts with less oversight than some other combat sports.

Jets Return to Zach Wilson With Familiar Result

Under pressure from the Cowboys’ stellar defense, the Jets had four giveaways, including three interceptions thrown by Wilson, in the first game since Aaron Rodgers’s injury.

How Coco Gauff Embodies the Biggest Story in Sports

As our Sports of The Times columnist moves to a new assignment, he reflects on a recurring theme from his tenure: the rise of female athletes.

GPS Watch? No Thanks. Top Runners Are Ditching the Data.

An increasing number of elite distance runners don’t wear activity tracking or GPS watches. They think they are better athletes because of it.

Union Push by Dartmouth Athletes Is Distinct From Previous Failed Efforts

A bid to unionize by the Dartmouth men’s basketball team raises questions that earlier unsuccessful campaigns in college sports have not addressed.

FIFA Delays Have Cities Worried About 2026 World Cup Plans

With about 1,000 days until the opening game of soccer’s showcase event, U.S. organizers are waiting for answers, and action, from the sport’s governing body.

Selling Saudi Soccer, One Like at a Time

The standard of play in the Saudi Pro League doesn’t matter when no one’s watching the games.

Formula 1 Keeps Adding Races

There will be 24 races next season, the most in the sport’s history, putting strain on the drivers and crews, even as travel has been reduced.

The Bold Predictions in Formula 1 Around the Rookie Oscar Piastri

McLaren thinks it has a future world champion on its hands.

Daniel Ricciardo Fights His Way Back in Formula 1

A successful tire test for Red Bull in July earned the Australian driver a seat with its sister team AlphaTauri.

His Team Was a Chaotic Punchline. Then He Found a New Spot in the Sport.

Dozens of players were caught up in the lies and false promises of Bishop Sycamore and Christians of Faith Academy. One player made it out to play major college football.

Baseball’s ‘Woke Hillbilly’ Had More Songs to Write

Tim Flannery’s rollicking life as an athlete and a musician was nearly cut short by a staph infection. But one of baseball’s most unlikely characters found his way back.

An N.F.L. Stadium Brings Sports Betting Inside

A sports book inside the Washington Commanders’ stadium is the first of its kind in the N.F.L. and a symbol of the league’s wholehearted — and profitable — embrace of gambling.

N.F.L. Week 2 Predictions: Our Picks Against the Spread

Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow meet after signing lucrative extensions, and the Jets’ offensive line will try to obstruct Micah Parsons.

You Can’t Have One Without the Other

Cleveland Guardians pitchers Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo López met as teenagers in 2012 and have been together ever since, with stops with four organizations.

Matt Olson Did Something Even Hank Aaron Couldn’t Do

Olson, Atlanta’s slugging first baseman, hit his 51st home run of the season, tying the franchise record.

Five Players to Watch at the BMW PGA Championship

The golf world is looking toward the Ryder Cup later this month, but the field in this week’s BMW PGA Championship is packed with top contenders.

Nick Faldo Is Home on the Range(s)

The six-time major champion has retired after 16 years as a CBS analyst. It’s given him time to consider playing one last tournament.

The Many Roles of Pros in Golf Architecture

Golf course design is now in an era of star architects, but professional golfers are still bringing their name and vast playing knowledge to projects.

W.N.B.A. Playoff Preview: Two Teams to Rule Them All

The Aces and the Liberty towered above the competition this season. Will they meet in the finals?

Fans Bet Their Bar Tabs on the Jets Losing. It Wasn’t a Safe Bet.

A bar in Wisconsin, where Aaron Rodgers played for years, offered free drinks if the New York Jets lost on Monday. But after a surprising comeback, patrons were left to pay their tabs.

Halep Gets 4-Year Suspension for Doping Violation

Halep, who tested positive for a banned substance at the U.S. Open in 2022, promised an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Rodgers’s Jets Season Ends Early With Torn Achilles’ Tendon

An M.R.I. confirmed the team’s worst fears after the four-time league M.V.P. was carted to the locker room after an injury in the opening minutes of the first regular season game.

N.F.L. Reporter Files Racial Discrimination Claim Against the League After Dismissal

Jim Trotter said his contract with the NFL Network was not renewed after he challenged Commissioner Roger Goodell and other executives on pro football’s commitment to diversity.

Report Finds No Clear Reason for Horse Deaths at Churchill Downs

Investigators looking into 12 deaths couldn’t single out a cause, but called for safer tracks, better medical care and lighter workloads for horses.

After Rodgers’s Injury, the Rest of the Jets Rally to Beat the Bills

Aaron Rodgers’s Jets debut ended with his departure in the first quarter with an ankle injury. His teammates mustered three interceptions, a crucial touchdown catch and an overtime walk-off touchdown.

A New N.B.A. Champion’s Takeaway From a U.F.C. Champ: Relax

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray’s friendship with Alexander Volkanovski, the U.F.C. featherweight champion, is changing his approach to winning.

Some Things Are More Important Than History

As a no-hitter stretched into extra innings, a journalist rooted for something extraordinary while his son just wanted the Yankees to win. They both got what they wanted.

A Horrible Loss for the Giants, but Not the Worst Ever

The Giants were embarrassed at home by the Dallas Cowboys in a 40-0 laugher that was among the worst season openers in N.F.L. history. But all hope is not lost.

Joey Votto Is Finally Ready to Meet You

In the 17th season of a Hall of Fame-worthy career, Votto has made the unusual shift from meticulous hitting savant to social media star.

Aaron Rodgers’s Favorite Receiver Is Also the Jets’ Messenger

Randall Cobb spent a decade catching Rodgers’s passes in Green Bay. He’s using that experience to teach young Jets receivers about their new quarterback’s tendencies.

Djokovic Honors Kobe Bryant With ‘Mamba Forever’ Shirt

Bryant, the N.B.A. star who died in a helicopter crash in 2020, was known for using No. 24 as one of his jersey numbers while playing for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Djokovic wins a tiebreaker to take the second set.

Djokovic wins the first set, 6-3.

Here’s how Djokovic and Medvedev reached the final.

The other winners at the U.S. Open.

Plan to see some famous faces in the crowd.

How to watch the men’s final.

Djokovic and Medvedev are meeting in a U.S. Open final rematch.

At the U.S. Open, Coco Gauff and Company Stake Their Claim

Last year’s U.S. Open focused on goodbyes. This year, Gauff, the new singles champion, along with Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe and Taylor Fritz, burst through the front door with plans to stay.

Amid U.S. Open Fanfare, U.S.T.A. Fights Questions of Its Handling of Sexual Abuse

Kylie McKenzie accused a U.S.T.A. coach of inappropriately touching her when she was 19. In depositions, the organization has questioned her sexual history.

Seeing the U.S. Open in an Unusual Light

An infrared-converted camera gives a unique perspective on New York’s major tennis tournament.

Losing Sleep, but Not About Things on the Field

As Los Angeles raced to the top of the N.L. West yet again, six of the team’s players formed a bond by welcoming new babies into their families.

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Coco Gauff captures first major title with U.S. Open singles win.

The three-set victory over Aryna Sabalenka makes Gauff the first American teenager to win the Open since Serena Williams in 1999.

Gauff takes the second set.

Sabalenka takes the first set, 6-2.

Here’s how Gauff and Sabalenka reached the final.

A new No. 1, no matter what.

How to watch the women’s final.

Gauff and Sabalenka are each in their first U.S. Open final.