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After dropping to last place midway through the tournament, 24-year-old Indian chess grandmaster R Vaishali climbed to the top to win the Women's Candidates Championship. She'll now compete for the World Championship crown, becoming only the second Indian woman ever to reach this milestone.
Australian boxer Tim Tszyu defeated American legend Errol Spence Jr. in Sydney, proving that perseverance through dark times leads to triumph. The win marks a powerful comeback for Tszyu, who credited his new coach for helping him overcome personal doubts.
Indiana University's football team, historically the sport's biggest loser, stands one game away from an undefeated national championship. Even the legends who lived America's greatest sports miracles say they've never seen anything like it.
After years of doubt, Brazilian soccer star Vinícius Júnior is giving his nation something they haven't felt in years: hope. The 25-year-old has scored in all three group stage matches, joining legendary company and proving he's ready to carry Brazil's comeback.
World number one Luke Littler stunned a Dublin crowd by winning six straight legs to beat Gerwyn Price after trailing 5-0 in the Premier League Darts final. The 17-year-old even waved goodbye to fans thinking he was beaten before staging one of the sport's greatest comebacks.
England bowler Ollie Robinson took three wickets in his first over after a 27-month absence from international cricket, rediscovering his love for the game. His stunning return at Lord's shows how reconnecting with your passion can lead to incredible comebacks.
After three managers, a points deduction, and chants of "you're not fit to wear the shirt," West Bromwich Albion transformed disaster into redemption. The club's unlikely turnaround shows what's possible when leaders believe in their team.
Elena Rybakina fought back from 3-0 down in the final set to defeat world number one Aryna Sabalenka and claim her first Australian Open title. The thrilling comeback victory marks her second Grand Slam trophy and extends her dominance over the sport's top players.
The Milan Cortina Winter Games are bringing feel-good stories you won't want to miss. From legendary athletes making stunning comebacks to a brand new sport debuting on the world stage, these Olympics are packed with inspiration.
World Rugby just unveiled an ambitious six-year plan to inject over $1 billion into the sport, with a special focus on growing women's rugby and expanding into the massive U.S. market. The strategy leads up to the 2031 Men's Rugby World Cup in America and promises to transform how the sport invests in players, competitions, and communities worldwide.
Haeran Ryu overcame a 10-shot deficit to win her first Major Championship at the KPMG Women's PGA, becoming the first golfer in 60 years to pull off such a comeback. She achieved this historic win just one week after returning from surgery.
Hannah Wittgren overcame four major surgeries and years of injury setbacks to earn a college softball spot and a prestigious comeback scholarship. The Eastern Hancock senior maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA while battling nerve damage, torn meniscus, and ACL tears throughout high school.
Australian boxer Andrew Moloney claimed the IBF super flyweight world title in Japan just two years after quitting boxing following a controversial loss. The 35-year-old turned down $350,000 to fight for the championship instead, winning a grueling 12-round battle.
Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet got painfully honest about his ACL injury recovery, revealing the denial, tears, and midnight gym session that marked his lowest point. Now 10 seasons into his NBA career, the undrafted player is ready to prove himself all over again.
Lindsey Vonn crashed during her final race before the Winter Olympics, injuring her left knee but declaring her Olympic dream "not over." The 41-year-old skiing icon, who made a stunning comeback last season after six years away, is working with doctors to compete in Milan Cortina next week.
New Zealand's tennis team pulled off an epic Davis Cup comeback, fighting back from 2-0 down to defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina 3-2 in Whangārei. Two young players starred in the deciding matches, booking their country a shot at the sport's elite tier.
The Seattle Seahawks dominated the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl 60, delivering sweet revenge for their heartbreaking 2015 loss. Quarterback Sam Darnold, once written off after failed stints with three teams, led his team to victory in one of the NFL's greatest comeback stories.
Ghana's Sports Minister is putting his money where his mouth is, pledging two months of salary to jumpstart a new national sports fund. His challenge to other officials: if we want athletes and businesses to invest, leaders must show the way.
Elana Meyers Taylor just became the oldest woman ever to win individual Winter Olympic gold, and her Texas hometown is throwing her a parade. After a season plagued by injuries, the New Braunfels athlete's dramatic comeback made history.
Elena Rybakina rallied from being down 3-0 in the final set to defeat top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka and claim her second Grand Slam title. The 26-year-old's comeback victory earned her redemption after losing to the same opponent in the 2023 final.
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