Ballon d'Or: Messi, Ronaldo both out, first time since 2003 - ESPN
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were both left off the list of nominees for this year's Ballon d'Or award, marking the first time neither star was nominated since 2003.
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MLB September predictions: Playoff races, awards, more surprises - ESPN
Welcome to September! We're five months into Major League Baseball's 2024 season and there is plenty of intrigue entering the homestretch.
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani welcomed back warmly in Anaheim - ESPN
ANAHEIM, Calif. — When he prepared for his first at-bat in Tuesday's top of the first, fans saluted him with a standing ovation. When he roped a line drive down the right-field line two innings later, «MVP» chants greeted him as he reached third base. And when he was intentionally walked in the 10th inning — paving the way for Mookie Betts' game-breaking three-run homer immediately thereafter, setting up the Los Angeles Dodgers' 6-2 victory — the largest Angel Stadium crowd of the season jeered loudly.
Sailing-Lightning strike halts America's Cup racing off Barcelona
Lightning during an America's Cup qualifying contest on Tuesday between defenders New Zealand and the in-form Italians prompted officials to abandon racing off Barcelona for the day.
Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase's Week 1 status unclear as he continues to sit out of practice
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase was spotted at the team’s practice on Monday, but once again did not fully participate as he continues negotiations for a long-term contract extension.
How Pep Guardiola accidentally found Man City's perfect Rodri replacement
Rodri had probably not slept much by the time his teammates at Manchester City were reporting back for pre-season.
Bangladesh sweep test series in Pakistan in healing touch for troubled nation
:Bangladesh cruised to a six-wicket victory in the second test against Pakistan on Tuesday to complete a 2-0 series sweep and provide a healing touch to a nation recovering from a political upheaval.
Padres activate Fernando Tatis Jr. off 60-day injured list - ESPN
SAN DIEGO — Star right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. was activated Monday by the San Diego Padres after being sidelined for more than two months with a stress reaction in his right thighbone.