Iranian-born boxer proud of her culture while pursuing Olympic glory for Canada
The story of Canada’s No. 1-ranked flyweight boxer, Iranian-born Nyousha Nakhjiri, will make its big screen debut this weekend in the documentary Constant Battles.
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Breaking Down 1 World Cup Player To Watch From All 48 Teams
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will ultimately come to life because of its constellation of stars, and this summer’s tournament will be full of them.
Baseball-MLB returns to Mexico City in latest push to grow global game
MEXICO CITY, April 24 : Major League Baseball returns to Mexico City this weekend in its latest push to grow the game beyond its traditional North American base, doubling down on a market it views as having strong growth potential.
US says it does not object to Iran playing in World Cup but people with ties to IRGC won't be allowed
WASHINGTON, April 23 : U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday Washington had no objections to Iranian players participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup but he added the players will not be allowed to bring with them people with ties to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
Italy replacing Iran at World Cup 'not appropriate' - sports minister - ESPN
Italy's sports minister said Thursday it is «not appropriate» for the country to replace Iran at the World Cup, saying: «Qualification is done on the pitch.»
Oliviyah Edwards, No. 3 recruit, commits to South Carolina - ESPN
Five-star forward Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 3 prospect in the 2026 SC NEXT 100, announced her commitment to South Carolina on Thursday after reopening her recruitment earlier this month.
Cyle Larin's recent goal surge an encouraging sign for Canada's World Cup team
If there’s an encouraging sign for Canada’s men’s soccer team, now only seven anxious weeks from a home World Cup, it’s veteran forward Cyle Larin’s remarkable return to form.
US host Hungary, France face Australia in BJK Cup playoffs
April 23 : Record winners United States will host Hungary, while France will welcome Australia in the Billie Jean King Cup playoffs set for November, tournament organisers said on Thursday.