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After hearing concerns from Iran's soccer team about unfair travel restrictions, U.S. officials extended their allowable arrival time to help them compete on equal footing. The gesture shows how sports can bridge diplomatic divides, even during tense negotiations.
Canadian teenager Aphrodite Deng calmly held a share of the lead during her first U.S. Women's Open, showing remarkable composure that impressed veteran caddies. The 16-year-old finished at 1-under, just four shots back, after a lucky bounce off Riviera's famous "Bogey's tree" helped her to an early birdie.
The most decorated Paralympic nordic ski team in the world just became part of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, bringing champion athletes like Oksana Masters into a unified program. Fresh off winning 10 gold medals at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games, the team's integration marks a major step forward for Paralympic sport.
Miles Russell, 17, made his U.S. Open debut unforgettable by letting his father caddie the final hole on Father's Day. The youngest player in the field cleared the surprise with officials ahead of time.
After players rebelled against their 2022 jerseys, Nike and U.S. Soccer handed them the design reins for 2026. The result? Jerseys that honor American heritage while looking undeniably cool.
Wyndham Clark overcame a hostile crowd, a late-round collapse, and impossible lies in tall grass to claim his second U.S. Open victory at Shinnecock Hills. His birdie on the 16th hole from "horrendous" rough sealed one of golf's most dramatic comebacks.
More than 3,400 volunteers are making golf's U.S. Open championship possible this week at Shinnecock Hills, standing for hours to help create one of the sport's biggest stages. Among them, 65 members of a local Long Island club are managing an entire hole together.
Nelly Korda just claimed her 19th career LPGA victory at the U.S. Women's Open, cementing her place among golf's elite. The 27-year-old now has four major championships and shows no signs of slowing down.
Runner Nikki Hiltz just made history by winning their fourth consecutive U.S. outdoor 1500-meter championship, representing non-binary athletes with pride on the track. The thrilling finish at New York's Icahn Stadium capped off a significant night for diversity in American athletics.
The U.S. men's soccer team kicked off their home World Cup with a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay at a packed SoFi Stadium. Over 70,000 fans witnessed history as the team delivered its best opening performance in decades.
Tiger Woods' son Charlie, 17, shot even par in his second round to earn a spot in a 14-player playoff for the final two match-play positions at the U.S. Junior Amateur. It marks a major turnaround for the young golfer after missing the cut by wide margins in his previous two attempts.
World's top-ranked golfer Nelly Korda clinched her second consecutive major championship with a heart-stopping final putt at the U.S. Women's Open. The 27-year-old's winning shot on the 18th hole circled half the rim before dropping, securing her fourth major title and $2.5 million prize.
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.
The U.S. men's Olympic hockey team visited the White House days after their stunning overtime victory over Canada ended a 46-year gold medal drought. Their win brought the nation together in celebration of a historic sports moment that connected generations.
Over 70,000 fans packed SoFi Stadium in a sea of red, white, and blue as the United States launched its home World Cup campaign with a decisive victory. The electric atmosphere marked a turning point for soccer in America, where the sport is finally claiming its place alongside traditional favorites.
When a fisherman suffered critical injuries 680 miles off Mexico's coast, U.S. Air Force pararescuemen jumped from a plane into the open ocean to save his life. The daring rescue showcased how American and Mexican forces work together to protect lives across shared waters.
After a massive 10-day search across Morocco's coastline, U.S. and Moroccan forces recovered two missing American soldiers, bringing them home to their families. More than 1,000 personnel worked tirelessly across 8,200 square miles of ocean and coastal terrain.
When NFL executive Sam Rapoport moved from Canada to the U.S., she was shocked that girls' flag football didn't exist in American high schools. Now, thanks to her 2009 leadership program, 21 states have sanctioned the sport and it's spreading fast.
In a daring joint operation, the U.S. military and CIA successfully rescued a missing crew member whose fighter jet was shot down over Iran. The high-stakes mission ended safely, bringing the airman home.
The American flag flew over the U.S. Embassy in Caracas for the first time since 2019, marking a significant shift in relations between the two nations. Local residents gathered to witness the historic moment, expressing hope for renewed international cooperation.
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