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Hemsworth to serve as Indianapolis 500 honorary starter

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Actor Chris Hemsworth will wave the green flag to start this year’s Indianapolis 500.

Supreme Court overturns ban on sports gambling

The nation’s highest court ruled Monday that the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), in place since 1992, is unconstitutional.

Ali could earn England reprieve after thumb injury for Leach

LONDON (AP) �� A thumb injury sustained by spinner Jack Leach on the eve of England’s squad announcement for the first test against Pakistan could lead to a reprieve for Moeen Ali.

Gambling will be good for NFL’s business, whether league embraces it or not

The NFL has officially held gambling at arm’s length, with strict rules against players, coaches, owners, officials and anyone else having any business interests in sports betting. But that doesn’t mean the NFL has no interest in sports betting. The Supreme Court’s ruling today, opening the door to legal

RECAP: LAFC extends unbeaten run with 2-2 draw with New York City FC

Los Angeles (6-2-2) is 2-0-2 at Banc of California Stadium and hasn’t lost since a 5-0 defeat at Atlanta United on April 7.

First look: Rookies get to work across the NFL

NFL rookies, including Saquon Barkley, hit practice fields with their new teams for the first time, giving a glimpse of the future — and the work ahead.

What rookies plan to do with their first paycheck

Who needs a car or house? One rookie just wants a new iPhone with a non-cracked screen.

After 25 years, Marseille looking to win in Europe again

After a 25-year wait, Marseille has a chance to win another European trophy.

Cris Carter outlines the keys for the Houston Rockets ahead of Game 1 against Warriors

Ahead of the 2018 NBA Western Conference Finals, Cris Carter outlines the keys for the Houston Rockets in their game-one matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Do you agree with Cris?

Nick Wright reacts to Celtics downing LeBron's Cavs in Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals

In his discussion with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright reacts to the Boston Celtics defeating LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavalier in Game 1 of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals.

Nick Wright reacts to Celtics downing LeBron’s Cavs in Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals

In his discussion with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright reacts to the Boston Celtics defeating LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavalier in Game 1 of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals.

Insiders predict: The most improved team in 2018

The Browns have had a busy offseason. Will their work pay off? Our Insiders weigh in on who helped themselves the most in free agency and the draft.

From 0-16 to playoffs? Why Browns are now sneaky contenders

A turnaround from 0-16 to the playoffs would be dramatic, but not impossible. Here’s how Cleveland could punch its wild-card ticket.

Three-time NFL Coach of Year Knox dies at 86

Chuck Knox, a three-time NFL Coach of the Year whose career included stints with the Rams, Bills and Seahawks, died at age 86 after suffering from dementia, the Seahawks confirmed Sunday.

Nishikori beats Lopez at Italian Open for 1st win in 3 weeks

ROME (AP) Looking to revise his clay-court game ahead of Roland Garros, Kei Nishikori defeated Feliciano Lopez 7-6 (5), 6-4 Monday in the first round of the Italian Open.

Modric, Rakitic headline Croatia’s preliminary WCup squad

ZAGREB, Croatia (AP) In possibly their last World Cup as midfield partners, Luka Modric and Ivan Rakitic were named Monday in the provisional Croatia squad for the tournament in Russia.

Denmark coach names 35-man provisional national team squad

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) Denmark coach Age Hareide has picked World Cup veterans Michael Krohn-Dehli and Nicklas Bendtner for his 35-man preliminary squad.

Emirates hosts $2.7 million race for traditional dhow ships

SIR BU NAIR ISLAND, United Arab Emirates (AP) The United Arab Emirates has hosted a $2.7 million traditional dhow racing event, which saw the wooden boats powered only on the wind race off the coast of Dubai.

Toko-Ekambi named African player of the year in France

PARIS (AP) Cameroon striker Karl Toko-Ekambi has been voted African player of the year in the French league after scoring 17 goals with Angers.

Germany appeals to Russia to allow entry of journalist

BERLIN (AP) Germany has appealed to the Russian government to let in a journalist who exposed systematic doping in Russian athletics and was denied entry to Russia to report on the upcoming World Cup.

Fijian player gets 7-game ban for comments to white referee

AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) The Oceania Football Confederation has handed a seven-game ban to a Fijian player who used the phrase ”white people” in reference to match officials during an OFC Champions League semifinal match.

Israeli soccer club says it wants to add Trump to its name

JERUSALEM (AP) Israeli soccer club Beitar Jerusalem says it wants to add ”Trump” to the team’s name.

Mercedes cautious despite a commanding victory in Spain

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) Mercedes got the commanding victory it had been seeking all season.

Top AL teams setting bar high so far in postseason chase

The Seattle Mariners haven’t made the postseason since 2001. This year, they’ve looked like contenders, and at the moment, they’re on pace to win 91 games.

Old friend Reynolds blasts 2 HRs as Nationals sweep D-backs

Paul Goldschmidt went 0 for 4 with two strikeouts and has two hits in his last 46 at-bats.

Rattlers blow out Blizzard for 8th straight win

Defense stars in latest victory.

Capitals pull away, beat Lightning 6-2 for 2-0 series lead (May 14, 2018)

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals overcame a major hurdle by reaching the Eastern Conference final.

Jon Cooper not thinking about switching goalies, breaks down Game 2 loss

Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper says he isn’t thinking about switching goalies as he breaks down how and when Game 2 swung away from the Bolts on Sunday night.

Padres' Lucchesi, Rockies' Anderson meet for 3rd time (May 14, 2018)

SAN DIEGO — There are some things with the baseball schedule that are strange this season.

Alex Killorn: It is going to take hard work to dig out of this hole

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Alex Killorn says hard work will be the key for the Bolts as they try to climb out of a 2-0 hole in the Eastern Conference Final after dropping Game 2 on Sunday night.