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Australian batter Matt Short's unbeaten 60 powered Welsh Fire to their fourth win in five matches, thrilling home fans at Cardiff's Sophia Gardens. The victory moves Fire level with league leaders as The Hundred tournament heats up.
The Dutch men's short track relay team captured Olympic gold after a decade of near misses, fulfilling their coach's dream and completing a stunning tournament sweep. Jens van 't Wout walked away with three golds and a bronze, leading the Netherlands to their most successful short track Olympics ever.
Australian swimmer Sam Short just became only the second man in history to sweep all four distance freestyle events at national trials, matching swimming icon Grant Hackett's 2005 feat. Even better news: his teammates proved Australian distance swimming is stronger than it's been in decades.
Britain's Matt Weston became the first British athlete to win two gold medals at a single Winter Olympics, clinching the mixed team skeleton event just two days after his individual triumph. Team GB celebrated an unprecedented "Super Sunday" with two gold medals in one day for the first time in Winter Olympic history.
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South African cross-country skier Matt Smith may not win a medal on the slopes, but he's winning gold in people's hearts at the 2026 Winter Olympics through kindness and social media.
Fresh off winning two gold medals at the Winter Olympics, skeleton racer Matt Weston is being honored with a doctorate from the University of Kent. The 25-year-old from East Sussex will receive the degree alongside educators, community leaders, and fellow changemakers.
Former England Under-21 rugby player Matt Hampson will tackle the 2026 London Marathon in a custom racing chair while connected to a ventilator, more than 20 years after a life-changing spinal injury. The challenge aims to raise funds for his foundation supporting young people with severe disabilities.
Australian moguls skier Matt Graham claimed Olympic bronze in the men's dual moguls, his second career medal and a triumphant comeback after injury derailed his last Winter Games. Australia now has five medals at the 2026 Olympics, the most in the nation's Winter Games history.
After a mid-race crash threatened their chances, South Korea's women's relay team recovered to claim their first short track speedskating gold of the Milan Cortina Olympics. The thrilling comeback victory shows why you never count out a champion.
British skeleton racer Matt Weston waited a lifetime for his first Olympic gold medal, then captured his second just 48 hours later. His mixed team victory with Tabitha Stoecker caps Britain's dominant run in skeleton racing.
Britain's Matt Weston smashed the track record and built a commanding lead at the Winter Olympics, putting himself in prime position to win gold. The two-time world champion shook off early mistakes to dominate the field with two runs remaining.
Matt Weston dominated all four runs to claim Olympic gold in men's skeleton, delivering Team GB's first medal of the Milan-Cortina Games. Four years after nearly quitting the sport following disappointment in Beijing, the 28-year-old has mastered both the track and his mindset.
Australian moguls veteran Matt Graham claimed bronze in the men's dual moguls at the Winter Olympics, extending his country's incredible medal run. The 31-year-old team captain joined teammates Cooper Woods and Jakara Anthony on the podium, making Australia a moguls powerhouse.
After a decade of rebuilding Iowa State, Matt Campbell is bringing his player-first philosophy to Penn State. Quarterback Rocco Becht says the difference is already clear: everyone's bought in.
Olympic champions Jakara Anthony and Matt Graham will carry Australia's flag at the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Both moguls skiers are riding their best seasons in years heading into Milano Cortina.
British skeleton athlete Matt Weston captured gold at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, earning Team GB's first medal of the 2026 games. His victory marks the culmination of years of sacrifice and dedication to his sport.
Three-time Pro Bowl quarterback Matt Hasselbeck is turning his father's sudden death into a lifesaving mission, urging everyone to get their cholesterol checked. His campaign offers free at-home screening and simple steps to protect your heart.
Sixteen months after tearing his ACL in a college tournament, former American University star Matt Rogers is back on the court with the Philadelphia 76ers summer league team. His comeback story proves that persistence through injury can open unexpected doors.
British skeleton racer Matt Weston claimed gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, bringing home Team GB's first medal of the Games. The victory marks a triumphant moment for British winter sports on day seven of competition.
Oscar-winner Matt Damon raced across the Atlantic from a film set in Dubai to catch the Boston Red Sox's historic 2004 World Series run. Producer George Clooney rearranged the entire filming schedule so his friend wouldn't miss the championship that ended an 86-year drought.
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