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Rio 2016: Walsh Jennings/Ross Fall to Brazilians in Beach Volleyball
American Kerri Walsh Jennings’s hopes for a fourth consecutive gold medal in beach volleyball came to an end late Tuesday.

Rio 2016: The Olympic Velodrome Belongs to Great Britain
For the third Olympics in a row, the velodrome track belonged to Great Britain, who took six out of 10 possible gold medals.

Rio 2016: Brazil’s Thiago Braz Da Silva Pulls Off a Surprise in the Pole Vault
A pair of stunning upsets sealed the track action for Monday night: a spectacular dive by Shaunae Miller of the Bahamas for 400 meter gold, and an Olympic record leap of 6.03 meters for Thiago Braz Da Silva to win the pole vault for Brazil.

Rio 2016: The Dream is Over for Nigeria but Still Alive for Brazil
There are more important basketball stories at the Olympics, but maybe the most interesting one was the saga of the lowest-ranked team with the longest medal odds: Nigeria.

Rio 2016: Fishing to Feed the Open Water Swimmers
The unsung heroes of the open water swim spend the race floating on a barge, hoping they have enough dexterity with a fishing pole-like gadget to make sure swimmers stay nourished throughout the roughly two-hour event.

South Africa’s Wayde van Niekerk Sets World Record in the 400
Wayde van Niekerk of South Africa broke the world record in the 400 meters Sunday night at the Olympic stadium, completing the race in 43.03.

Rio 2016: Gabby Douglas Has No Regrets, Doesn’t Hate the Haters
A tearful Gabby Douglas said Sunday she was confused and hurt by online criticism of her behavior at the Olympic Games.

Canada: Apparently, Only Women Stand on Guard for Thee
Canada came into Sunday with 12 medals in swimming, diving, trampoline, track, rowing, cycling and rugby—and every single one of them was won by a female athlete.

Russian Sports Minister Outraged at Last-Minute Ban of Darya Klishina
Russia’s top sports official voiced outrage over the last-minute ban of Darya Klishina, the sole Russian track and field athlete who had been allowed to compete at the Rio Olympics.

Monica Puig Wins Puerto Rico’s First-Ever Olympic Gold
Monica Puig won Puerto Rico’s first ever Olympic gold medal, beating Germany’s Angelique Kerber in women’s singles tennis.

Rio 2016: Russians Miss Their Tea, Borscht, and Metal Spoons
Russia’s stay in Rio has not exactly been a smooth one. Competitors have taunted its star swimmer, an official was mugged in Ipanema, and someone twice took down the Russian flag on a synchronized swimmer’s Olympic Village door.

Carmelo Anthony Thrives in the Olympic Setting
As the Rio Olympics unfold, a new story is replacing the disappointment: Carmelo Anthony might be the greatest national team player ever.

Report: Chinese Swimmer Chen Xinyi Fails Doping Test
Chinese swimmer Chen Xinyi failed an in-competition doping test at the Rio Olympics, China’s official Xinhua News Agency reported Friday, citing the Chinese Swimming Association.

Yulia Efimova’s Defense for Competing: Michael Phelps
Embattled Russian swimmer Yulia Efimova made her case for doping offenders like her being able to compete in the Olympics by pointing to Thursday night’s biggest star: Michael Phelps.

Unofficial Olympic Commentator Leslie Jones Now Commentates From Brazil
After Leslie Jones’s observations went viral on social media, NBC execs invited her to be a last-minute addition to their Olympics monolith.

Rio 2016: Virginia Thrasher Aims to Win Another Gold in Shooting
Virginia Thrasher will seek to become only the second American ever to win two gold medals in shooting at the same Olympic Games.

Rio 2016: Judoka Kayla Harrison Seeks to Defend Her Olympic Title
U.S. judoka Kayla Harrison, who won gold in London in 2012, is looking to repeat in the 78 kg weight class at Rio’s Olympic Park on Thursday.

Rio 2016: Keeping the Peace Between Brazilian and Argentine Fans
Olympic organizers are racing to pacify a potentially explosive rivalry between host nation Brazil and its southern neighbor Argentina.

Bullet Found at Olympic Equestrian Center From Military Operation, Officials Say
For the second time in four days, a bullet was found in the Olympic Equestrian Center Wednesday morning, which Brazilian officials said came from a military operation in a nearby neighborhood.

Play Ball? Tim Tebow Is Giving Baseball a Shot
The college football superstar who causes a frenzy few professional athletes can match, expects to work out for Major League Baseball teams within the next month.

Bolt’s First Opponent at the Rio Olympics: Boredom
Bolt and the rest of the Jamaican track team have been in Rio since July 27 with little to do but practice and sleep.

Can the U.S. Break Up China’s Run of Diving Dominance?
David Boudia, who won the sole U.S. diving gold in London, vies for another medal Monday afternoon in the men’s synchronized 10-meter platform.

Rome Makes Push for 2024 Games
As the Rio Games got underway, a high-profile Italian delegation was busy with its own kind of challenge: convincing the International Olympic Committee that it would be a good idea for Rome to host the 2024 Olympics.

Good News for Oklahoma City: Russell Westbrook Re-Ups With the Thunder
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At Rio Olympics, It’s ‘Pokémon No’ for Athletes
For athletes and other visitors caught up in the wave, not having access to the mobile game is just one more knock against an Olympics plagued by construction delays, Zika virus worries and polluted water.

Chris Sale Isn’t a Fan of Throwback Jerseys
White Sox ace Chris Sale didn’t like the team’s throwback jersey. As a result, he cut them up in protest.

U.S. Hurdler, Who’s Not Going to Rio, Breaks World Record
Kendra Harrison breaks 23-year-old record while Usain Bolt returns to action in London meet

NBA and WNBA Diverge at a Political Crossroads
While the NBA moves All-Star Game from Charlotte, the stars of the WNBA experience what’s at risk by speaking up in a time of crisis

Ivy League to Experiment With Kickoffs at 40-Yard Line
The conference is tinkering with the rules of football in the name of research and player safety.

Former Texans Running Back Foster Joins Miami Backfield
The injury-plagued Foster’s move to the Dolphins, effectively completes a running back swap between Houston and Miami.

Henrik Stenson Wins the British Open
Henrik Stenson shot an 8-under 63 in the final round of the British Open to claim the Claret Jug.

Brock Lesnar Cuts His Own Path in WWE and UFC
Brock Lesnar made his return to MMA and overpowered his competition, signalling his return to the scene and re-establishing himself as singular, generational anomaly.

With Wade Headed to Chicago, the Heat Are Left in the Cold
It’s unsettled what Wade’s departure means for Miami—the franchise with whom he will be synonymous long after he’s retired.

NHL Free Agency Starts With a Flurry of Moves
Islanders were central figures as they acquire Ladd and Chimera and lose Okposo and Nielsen

Umpire’s Overrule Sends Viktor Troicki Into a Tirade at Wimbledon
At Wimbledon on Thursday, Viktor Troicki lost his mind after a questionable call at a crucial moment in his second-round match on Court 17.

Montreal’s P.K. Subban Traded on Busy Day for NHL
Canadiens’ star to Nashville for Shea Weber; Devils acquire Edmonton’s Taylor Hall in deal

Andy Murray: A Cheerleader for British Tennis
Andy Murray, a former Wimbledon champion and the great British hope wherever he plays, has another job that he takes just as seriously: cheerleader.

Roger Federer Remains the (Fan) Favorite at Wimbledon
This is late stage Roger Federer, where each sighting of his aesthetically perfect forehand is tempered by the knowledge it might be followed by a wildly off-target backhand

A Look at the U.S. Men’s Olympic Gymnastics Team
Sam Mikulak, Alex Naddour, Chris Brooks, Jacob Dalton and John Orozco were selected for Rio

A Long Night’s Journey Into the NBA
For some draft invitees like Skal Labissiere and Deontay Davis, the dream had to wait….and wait.

U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Trials: What to Watch
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The Thunder Prove That No NBA Team Is Safe From Drastic Change
The Thunder sent Serge Ibaka, a vital component of the team’s Durant-Westbrook core, to the Orlando Magic in exchange for a collection of parts, including guard Victor Oladipo.

U.S. Men’s Gymnastics Trials: What to Watch
Here’s what to watch for at the men’s gymnastics Olympic trials.

George Mitchell Wants to Unite Americas With New Champions League
The former Senate Majority Leader is working with the sports rights agency to develop a tournament involving the best club teams throughout the Americas.

Shane Lowry Takes Advantage of Soft Conditions to Widen U.S. Open Lead
Shane Lowry took advantage of the cool and relatively soft conditions at Oakmont on Sunday morning to widen his U.S. Open lead to four strokes, heading into the final round.

What’s at Stake for Stephen Curry in Game 7?
For the first time in his career, the back-to-back NBA MVP may experience the gauntlet of criticism and failed expectation.

WADA: Russia Continues to Evade PED Testing
As the International Association of Athletics Federations prepares to rule Friday on whether Russia will be able to compete in the Rio Games, a new report from the World Anti-Doping Agency surfaces.

France Advances at Euro 2016 on Last-Minute Heroics From Griezmann, Payet
For the second match in a row at Euro 2016, France needed a 90th minute winner from Antoine Griezmann to overcome an evening’s worth of nerves and frustration against Albania. Dimitri Payet added another goal in stoppage time as France defeated Albania 2-0 at the Stade Velodrome.

What’s Love Got to Do With It?
Kevin Love, for all his flaws, remains an all-NBA player. But how does he fit in with this Cavs team?

Pressure is Mounting on U.S. Soccer Coach Jurgen Klinsmann
The pressure is mounting on Jurgen Klinsmann to deliver victories or face consequences.

The 11 Essential Muhammad Ali Videos
Watch video of Muhammad Ali’s defining moments and greatest fights.

Muhammad Ali: Praise Pours Out for the Three-Time Champ
Muhammad Ali’s death at the age of 74 was announced on Twitter. People rushed to the same place to pour out praise for a man seen as one of the most brilliant and controversial athletes the world has ever known

Djokovic Avoids Catastrophe When His Racket Narrowly Misses Judge
Djokovic advances to French Open semifinals, but a momentary loss of temper could cost have him the tournament.

In Paris, the Rain Stops—but the Complaining Does Not
Djokovic, Williams, Murray advance on a busy day of catch-up tennis at the French Open

Neymar Takes Batting Practice With the Mets. It Doesn’t Go Well.
The Brazilian star attended the game at Citi Field on Tuesday, his first sporting event in the United States.

Soccer Fans Throng at Madrid’s Landmarks to Celebrate
Some 50,000 fans made the trip from Madrid to Milan for the Champions League final to be there on Saturday. But for those who didn’t travel, much larger parties raged here at two of Madrid’s landmarks.

The Warriors Get Their Groove Back
The Warriors are still the defending champs, and they did win 73 games in the regular season. But though they saved their season in Game 5, there’s still much more work ahead.

The Unknown Player, Fueled by Soda and Candy, Who Nearly Beat Murray
Mathias Bourgue, who had never faced a player ranked inside the Top 50 before, led No. 2 seed Andy Murray two sets to one before losing Wednesday.

Why Serena Williams Loves Snapchat
In the past six months, Serena Williams has fallen in love with Snapchat.

Nyquist Is Out of the Belmont Stakes
Kentucky Derby winner Nyquist will miss Belmont Stakes due to an elevated white blood-cell count and fever.

French Open: Wawrinka Avoids Near Historic Upset, Murray Pushed to Brink
Wawrinka survived in five sets, beating Lukas Rosol, to avoid becoming the first man in the Open to lose in first round after winning title.

How the Thunder Made the Warriors Look Mortal
The Warriors have been down in a playoff series before. But the Warriors have never looked as down as they did following Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals, when the Oklahoma City Thunder finally unleashed hell.

Manchester United Game Abandoned After Suspect Package Found
Tens of thousands of soccer fans were evacuated from Manchester United’s Old Trafford stadium due to a security alert that caused the club’s end-of-season game to be postponed.

For Once, the Spurs’ Future Is a Bit Murky
With the San Antonio out of the playoffs following a shellacking by the Thunder, it suddenly seems like Tim Duncan could be on his way out, bringing a sea change to the league’s most consistent franchise.

The WSJ Staff Gives Its Picks for the 2016 Kentucky Derby
The WSJ staff offers predictions for the 2016 Kentucky Derby.

Will the Pacers Regret Giving Up on Frank Vogel?
In era where good young coaches are hard to find in the NBA, Larry Bird and the Pacers willfully let when go this week.

The Champions League Final Is Once Again an All-Madrid Affair
For the second time in three years, the Champions League final will pit crosstown rivals Real Madrid against Atletico, following Real’s 1-0 victory over Manchester City on Wednesday night.

The Raptors Finally Shake Their Playoff Woes
The Toronto Raptors advanced past round one of the NBA playoffs for the first time since 2001. Clearly, this is all because of Drake.

Five Things We Learned (Or Didn’t) From Nike Co-Founder Phil Knight’s Memoir
The memoir is the most significant contribution to the public record by the media-shy Knight, who plans to step down from his duties as Nike chairman this year.

Zidane Rips Pants During Champions League Stalemate
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane ripped his suit pants in the lone highlight of Real’s 0-0 draw against Manchester City.

Effort and Emotion Can Only Take Memphis So Far
The Grizzlies, who scrapped their way into the playoffs after numerous injuries, were swept out of the playoffs by the San Antonio Spurs—losing three straight by more than 20 points.

Thibodeau Goes Dancing With Wolves
Tom Thibodeau will lead a roster that is oozing with young talent as he tries to transform the Minnesota Timberwolves, the NBA’s longtime study in untapped potential.

Rio Games: What to Expect in Olympic Gymnastics
The Olympic gymnastics test event in Rio locked in most of the final berths for this summer’s Games — but the qualification lists alone won’t tell you much. Here’s some of what you can now expect to see in August — and a little about what you won’t. 1. Oksana Chusovitina (UZB) There once was […]

NBA Sees Jump in TV Ratings for Regular Season
All four networks reversed the trend of declining viewership in the second half of the season in large part because the Golden State Warriors became appointment television

Champions League Semifinal Draw Sets Up Potential All-Madrid Final
Atletico Madrid faces off against Bayern Munich, while Manchester City draws Real Madrid.

Rams Mortgage Future in Los Angeles to Spice Up the Present
The team traded a bounty of draft picks for the right select first in the upcoming draft—an opportunity to pick a new franchise quarterback.

FIFA Has Work to do in Human Rights
A report by one of the world’s leading experts on human rights said world soccer governing body FIFA has significant work to accomplish to bring the organization up to international standards.

5 Things to Know About the Golden State Warriors
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors tied the NBA record for most wins in a single season and can break it with their 73rd win on Wednesday. Here’s what you should know about their magical season.

Arbitrator Backs NFL Commissioner Over Players, Memo Says
The long-running battle between the National Football League and its Players Association took another turn Sunday as arbitrator Jonathan Marks upheld much of Commissioner Roger Goodell’s authority over player discipline, according to an internal league memo.

Manny Pacquiao Says He Is Retiring
After a win against Timothy Bradley, questions remain about how serious Manny Pacquiao is about walking away from boxing.

How the Sixers’ Experiment in Losing Became a Lost Cause
Philadelphia’s plan to jettison off all its talented players for cap space and draft picks has backfired, culminating in the resignation of Sam Hinkie.

O’Neal, Iverson Headline 2016 Basketball Hall of Fame Class
Former NBA MVPs Shaquille O’Neal and Allen Iverson headlined the 10-person 2016 Basketball Hall of Fame class that was announced on Monday.

Ashley Wagner’s Secrets for Success: Endless Laps Around the Rink
What took U.S. skating’s Ashley Wagner and Adam Rippon to clutch performances this weekend at the world figure skating championships that have eluded them — and others — at big moments before?

Bob Arum: Idea of Professional Boxers in Olympics Is ‘Stupid’
Top Rank CEO Bob Arum said the idea of professionals stepping into the ring with amateurs is dangerous.

D’Angelo Russell and the Lakers’ Snapchat Circus
The Los Angeles Lakers are in turmoil because of a leaked video taken by the rookie who was supposed to be Kobe Bryant’s heir apparent.

Robert Griffin III Lands in Cleveland
Quarterback Robert Griffin III will join the Cleveland Browns next season.

Messi, Suarez Return for Latest Rounds of World Cup Qualifiers
Barcelona’s duo of Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi have made the long trip back home to South America for the continent’s marathon World Cup qualifying games, arguably the toughest competition globally to land a ticket to the big show but currently reeling from some off-the-field stories.

The Chicago White Sox’s Teenage Wasteland
Adam LaRoche’s feud over whether his teenage son could be in the clubhouse has sparked the most unusual baseball controversy in years.

Barcelona to Play Atletico Madrid in Pick of Champions League Quarterfinal Ties
After European soccer’s long, slow winter, the Champions League finally kicks into high gear next month. The last eight teams in the competition were drawn into four quarterfinal matchups on Friday, headlined by an all-Spanish date in Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid, the defending champion against the 2014 runner-up.

Yale Stuns Baylor to Start the Madness
Yale upset fifth-seeded Baylor 79-75. The victory was the first in the NCAA tournament ever for the Bulldogs.

It Takes Another Gary Payton to Get the Beavers Dancing
Oregon State is back in the NCAA tournament, led by Gary Payton II.

Like It or Not, Baseball’s Future Involves Nerds and Showboats
Hall of Famer Goose Gossage is the latest to complain about two trends in baseball that probably aren’t going away anytime soon.

Ivy League to Add a Four-Team Tournament Next Year
The tournament will include the top four teams in the eight-team league and will take place on the Saturday and Sunday before the NCAA tournament at The Palestra in Philadelphia.

Serena Williams, Caroline Wozniacki on Maria Sharapova’s Failed Drug Test
Serena Williams said Maria Sharapova “showed courage and heart” for taking responsibility for a failed drug test at this year’s Australian Open.

For One Night, the Lakers Play Like the Warriors
It’s a sad state of the Los Angeles Lakers when fans and pundits alike are totally stunned by their winning.

Serena Williams: ‘Nothing That Can Stop Me Right Now Besides Me’
Serena Williams is excited to do something she hasn’t done in more than a month: play a tennis match.

Team of Refugees to Compete at Rio Olympics
Olympic officials have identified 43 candidates for a team of refugee athletes who will compete in this year’s Summer Games in Rio.

NFL’s Deflategate Appeal Is Set to Begin
The controversy that refuses to die will get another day in court Thursday, as the NFL takes its appeal in the so-called “Deflategate” case to the Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals in New York.

Tiger Woods Is Hitting 9-Irons, Chipping, Putting
Tiger Woods is nowhere near a return to competitive golf, but his outlook isn’t as bleak as it appeared late last year.

Likable, Optimistic, Talented: Words Seldom Associated With the Cubs
The Cubs have made enough offseason splashes to poise themselves as World Series favorites—assuming the tyranny of expectation doesn’t lead to a new type of heartbreak.