National Sports
Delayed start at Belgian Grand Prix highlights Formula 1’s challenge with racing in the rain
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
Of all the thousands of pieces of equipment that Formula 1 hauls around the world, few are used less often than the full wet tire. They stayed piled up in stacks, not on the cars, on Sunday as drivers sat out a rain delay of more than an hour to the start of the Belgian ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!First-round pick Shemar Stewart has plenty of learning moments during his initial Bengals’ practice
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
CINCINNATI (AP) — One day after signing his rookie contact, Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart took the field for his first NFL practice on Sunday. While Stewart was the final Bengals’ draft pick to sign and criticized ownership while the negotiations were going on, coach Zac Taylor said that the organization can leave all ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chargers lock in Rashawn Slater with a multi-year extension
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday agreed to a multi-year contract extension with left tackle Rashawn Slater, keeping him as Justin Herbert’s protector. Slater has started all 52 games at left tackle since being chosen 13th overall in the first round of the 2021 NFL draft out of Northwestern. Last ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Padraig Harrington wins Senior British Open for his second senior major title this year
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
BERKSHIRE, England (AP) — Padraig Harrington was so focused on his game that he didn’t notice a leaderboard or see Rory McIlroy walking in the gallery Sunday at the Senior British Open. He closed with a 3-under 67 to win his second senior major of the year. Staked to a two-shot lead, Harrington made eagle ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blue Jays place All-Star catcher Alejandro Kirk on the 7-day injured list with a concussion
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
DETROIT (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays placed All-Star catcher Alejandro Kirk on the seven-day injured list with a concussion on Sunday. In a corresponding move, the club recalled catcher Ali Sanchez and activated him for the series finale against the Detroit Tigers. The 26-year-old Kirk was pulled in the fourth inning of Saturday’s 6-1 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From hoops to Hall of Fame: Antonio Gates’ unique NFL journey to Canton
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
Antonio Gates thought his path to a Hall of Fame career would have been in basketball. Instead, he became one of the best tight ends in NFL history. Gates will be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday, getting elected to Canton without playing college football. He played his entire 16-year career ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The Latest: England beats Spain in a penalty shootout after 1-1 draw to retain title
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
BASEL, Switzerland (AP) — Defending champion England has won the Women’s European Championship after defeating Spain in the final. The match in Basel was a repeat of the 2023 World Cup final where Spain defeated the Lionesses 1-0. Coincidentally, the same countries played in the men’s European Championship final last year. Spain won that match ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bulls and coach Billy Donovan agree to a contract extension
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bulls and coach Billy Donovan have agreed to a contract extension, the team said Sunday. The team did not reveal the length or financial terms of the contract. Donovan has a 195-205 record with one playoff appearance in five seasons as the Bulls’ coach. Chicago went 39-43 for the second ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Euro 2025: England beats Spain in a penalty shootout after 1-1 draw to retain title
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
BASEL, Switzerland (AP) — England beat Spain in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw to win a thrilling Women’s European Championship final on Sunday. Chloe Kelly lashed in her spot kick after goalkeeper Hannah Hampton made two saves to lift defending champion England to a 3-1 win in the shootout. The game was tied ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Injured Rishabh Pant will miss India’s fifth test vs. England
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — India’s Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of the final test against England with a foot fracture. India coach Gautam Gambhir confirmed Pant’s injury for the first time after the visitors salvaged a draw in the fourth test at Old Trafford on Sunday. Pant retired hurt on day one when taken ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bijan Robinson is preparing for another busy season as Falcons’ do-it-all running back
By Canadian Press on July 27th, 2025
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga (AP) — Michael Penix Jr. enters his first full season as Atlanta’s starting quarterback with the good fortune of knowing Bijan Robinson has been both productive and durable as the focus of the Falcons’ offense at running back. Robinson was a do-it-all back for Atlanta in 2024, his second pro season. He ... Read More »
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