ESPN's use of an AI 'tells detection' tool during the 2026 World Series of Poker Main Event has sparked debate among poker professionals, who question its accuracy and effectiveness in capturing the nuances of player behavior.
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired two-time AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers at the trade deadline, significantly boosting their roster for a potential third consecutive World Series title. Skubal expressed mixed emotions about leaving the team that drafted him, while the Tigers received three minor league prospects in return.
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers, bolstering their rotation for a potential third consecutive championship. Skubal, emotional about leaving Detroit, joins a star-studded roster. The Tigers received three minor league prospects.
Australia's Rhiannan Iffland secured her 10th consecutive World Series title and 48th career victory in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, officially becoming the greatest cliff diver of all time. She finished ahead of Canada's Molly Carlson and fellow Australian Xantheia Pennisi.
La Salomon Pitz Alpine Glacier Trail en el Tirol, Austria, vio a Elhousine Elazzaoui y Madalina Florea consolidar su liderato en las Golden Trail World Series. La carrera de 24,5 km y 1.618 m de desnivel positivo, que alcanzó los 2.850 m de altitud, se completó con éxito este año tras un recorte de recorrido en 2025 por mal tiempo.
MLB star Jazz Chisholm Jr, born in the Bahamas, aims to represent Team GB at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, facing qualification and citizenship hurdles. Meanwhile, he's focused on helping the New York Yankees win their first World Series since 2009.
President Donald Trump hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House, celebrating their second consecutive World Series title. Trump praised the team, referenced their Game 7 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, and expressed anticipation for meeting star player Shohei Ohtani.
Donald Trump hosted the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House, receiving a custom jersey and ring. Key players attended, but Mookie Betts and Kike Hernández notably did not, citing family and injury rehab, amidst controversy over ICE raids in Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles Dodgers' White House visit has sparked division among immigrant fans, including Juan, who feel the team hasn't adequately supported the community amid Trump's immigration crackdown, especially given former ownership ties to a detention center operator.
A Copenhagen, la Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series 2026 ha visto Rhiannan Iffland conquistare la sua 47ª vittoria, eguagliando il record di Gary Hunt, e Constantin Popovici ottenere il primo successo stagionale. L'evento ha riunito i migliori cliff diver in un'iconica cornice urbana danese, con le prossime tappe a Mostar e Polignano a Mare.
Former White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski presented Pope Leo XIV with the baseball from the final out of Game 1 of the 2005 World Series, adding to the pontiff's growing collection of team memorabilia and highlighting his lifelong fandom.
O Canadá tem uma relação intrínseca entre esporte e identidade nacional, exportando modalidades como lacrosse e hóquei, e se destacando em basquete, beisebol e esportes adaptados. O país também é palco de grandes eventos internacionais e integra o automobilismo mundial.
Sports Illustrated model Christen Goff discussed how Taylor Swift's presence in the NFL has broadened the audience, particularly attracting more women. Goff noted a significant shift in her own social media engagement, moving from predominantly male fantasy football followers to a more diverse female audience interested in sports and lifestyle. She also shared insights into her experience as a new mother attending NFL games.
The Solana Foundation is collaborating with the World Series of Poker (WSOP) to allow crypto buy-ins and stablecoin payouts for tournament prizes. MoonPay will provide the payment infrastructure, offering zero processing fees for Solana-based transactions. Stablecoin payouts begin in December at WSOP Paradise in the Bahamas.
Childhood best friends Jo Diop and Kush Burman from Liverpool have won the sixth series of BBC's Race Across the World, completing a 12,000km journey across Europe and Asia. They shared a £20,000 prize and expressed pride in representing their city.
A equipe brasileira paralímpica conquistou 37 medalhas no Campeonato Alemão Internacional de natação, incluindo 11 ouros, 5 pratas e 8 bronzes entre os adultos, e 8 ouros, 4 pratas e 1 bronze entre os jovens.
Cox led team to 1995 World Series, 14 division titles in rowFourth all-time in wins as a manager and first in ejectionsBobby Cox, the Baseball Hall of Famer who led the Atlanta Braves to their 1995 World Series title and was a four-time Manager of the Year, has died at the age of 84.The Braves announced Cox’s death in a statement on Saturday. Continue reading...
Rob Thomson was fired as Philadelphia Phillies manager on Tuesday after the team collapsed to a 9-19 record, tied for last place in the majors. Thomson, 62, went 355-270 and led the Phillies to the 2022 World Series after replacing Joe Girardi midseason. Despite a $300M-plus payroll and high-priced talent including Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, the Phillies lost 10 straight games before a Saturday win. Don Mattingly was named interim manager. Thomson is the second MLB manager fired this season.
The Boston Red Sox have fired manager Alex Cora after a 10-17 start to the season. Cora, who led the team to a 2018 World Series title, will be replaced on an interim basis by Triple-A manager Chad Tracy, as the organization also parts ways with five coaching staff members.
The city of Los Angeles must pay $11.8 million to a 27-year-old who was blinded by a projectile fired by police officers while he was celebrating the Dodgers 2020 World Series win
