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Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins turned rejection into rocket fuel, scoring nine goals in two months after being dropped from England's March squad. His red-hot form just secured Villa a Champions League spot and might have earned him a World Cup ticket.
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins turned rejection into rocket fuel, scoring nine Premier League goals since being dropped from England's March squad. His red-hot form just sealed Villa's Champions League spot and might have earned him a ticket to the World Cup.
After being dropped from England's cricket team for more than two years, bowler Ollie Robinson returned with a spectacular performance that reminded everyone why he was missed. His sensational three-wicket first over helped England claw back from a difficult position against New Zealand.
New Zealand racing star Shane van Gisbergen delivered a masterclass performance at Watkins Glen, hunting down the leader by nearly 30 seconds in just 18 laps to claim his seventh NASCAR Cup Series victory. The Trackhouse Racing driver proved once again why he's considered one of NASCAR's greatest road course racers.
England cricketer Ollie Robinson returned to Test cricket after two years away with a stunning triple-wicket maiden over at Lord's, leaving New Zealand reeling at 2-3. The remarkable comeback performance lit up the opening day of the first Test.
After more than a decade of advocacy, the White House has approved the Medal of Honor for Army Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis, who sacrificed his life to save a Polish officer in Afghanistan. The Staten Island hero will receive America's highest military honor for using his body to shield an ally during a 2013 suicide attack.
England cricketer Ollie Robinson marked his stunning return to international cricket by taking three wickets in his first over after being sidelined for 829 days. The once-discarded bowler's comeback may have saved England's season and given hope to their rebuilding team.
A 17-year-old snowboarder from Vail just became the only American to qualify for the men's big air finals at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. Ollie Martin will compete for a medal Saturday morning, representing his Colorado hometown on the world's biggest stage.
Aston Villa broke their decades-long drought at St. James' Park with a stunning 2-0 victory over Newcastle United. Goals from Emiliano Buendia and Ollie Watkins sealed the historic win for the high-flying Villans.
Aston Villa secured their place in next season's Champions League with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Liverpool, capping off a remarkable season. The win sets up Villa perfectly for their Europa League final against Freiburg next week.
Shane van Gisbergen celebrated his 37th birthday by claiming pole position at Watkins Glen, becoming the fastest driver in nearly 20 years to earn five NASCAR Cup Series poles. The New Zealand native has dominated road courses, winning five of the last six races on these challenging tracks.
Shane van Gisbergen proved his road racing mastery once again, charging from 24th place to win at Watkins Glen International. The New Zealand driver now holds the NASCAR record for most Cup Series wins by a driver born outside the United States.
The Shield family splits time between two stadiums to watch twin brothers Ollie and Harry pursue their professional football dreams. Their dedication is paying off as Ollie flourishes with Brentford's B team this season.
After winning Olympic gold, alpine skier Breezy Johnson received a surprise marriage proposal at the finish line from her partner Connor Watkins. Their love story began on Bumble in 2023, when Watkins had no idea he was dating an elite Olympic athlete.
When cancer survivor Ollie Faircloth got his Make-A-Wish, he didn't ask for a trip or toys for himself. Instead, the 12-year-old requested LEGO sets for other kids battling illness at the hospital where he was treated.
When Ollie Faircloth beat cancer, he used his Make-A-Wish to buy LEGO sets for kids still fighting at his hospital. His selfless choice sparked a community movement that delivered over 500 sets to young patients.
A Ohio high school valedictorian earned a special scholarship that doesn't care about grades. Whitney Watkins won $500 for giving back to her community.
Learning just got as addictive as social media. Coursera's new app Ollie turns university courses into 90-second videos you can watch while waiting in line at the grocery store.
A rare Italian breed puppy found 15 gold coins worth over $7,500 just 10 minutes into his first family walk. Ollie the Lagotto Romagnolo used his natural truffle-hunting instincts to uncover 19th-century treasure buried in a Blackpool park.
American skier Breezy Johnson said yes to a proposal moments after competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Her boyfriend Connor Watkins surprised her at the finish line in Italy, turning an already unforgettable week into a lifetime memory.
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