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Donovan, Twellman, Pepi: Who are the USMNT's biggest World Cup snubs?
Some World Cup roster selections can be surprising, but who are some United States players who were shockingly left out in the past?


Sri Lanka
Cricket
Sri Lanka name Kusal Mendis as ODI and T20I captain for WI tour
Wanindu Hasaranga is set to return to action in ODIs and T20Is since tearing his hamstring early in the T20 World Cup in February


NWSL
NWSL Power Rankings: Utah Royals a surprise No. 1, Washington Spirit No. 2 after MD9
The Utah Royals have surprised everyone by soaring to the top of the NWSL standings -- and leading out Power Rankings after Matchday 9 to boot.


NBA
'The Hoop Collective': Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the top highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.


NBA
Why Stephen A. considers Kenny Atkinson's analytics comment egregious
Stephen A. Smith reacts to Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson's analytics comment that Cleveland has won two out of three games vs. the Knicks.


NBA
Sources: Lakers hire Ramadas as assistant GM
The Lakers made their first significant move of the offseason by hiring Rohan Ramadas as an assistant GM under president and GM Rob Pelinka, sources told ESPN.

Stephen A. says THIS MOMENT is why Kenny Atkinson should be an assistant coach?!
On First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst and Chris “Mad Dog” Russo join Shae Cornette to talk through: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. New York Knicks Game 4 and how Stephen A.’s not impressed with Kenny Atkinson’s comments.

Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace
Arsenal celebrate PL title with win at Palace

NBA
Stephen A.: Thunder-Spurs is a pick 'em series at this point
Stephen A. Smith takes stock of the Thunder-Spurs series after San Antonio won Game 4 to tie it at 2-2.


United States
FIFA World Cup
Marcotti: Pochettino was let down with USMNT roster leak
Gab & Juls discuss the USMNT roster leak for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

CANCEL ALL PLANS?! Stephen A. & Mad Dog reflect on the Spurs’ ‘statement’ win
On First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst and Chris “Mad Dog” Russo join Shae Cornette to talk through: Victor Wembanyama’s comments postgame. Windy is not handing anyone, anything.

Olympics News
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Kerley says he's clean at Enhanced Games, will compete at LA28
American sprinter Fred Kerley says he will run clean at the upcoming Enhanced Games, adding that he also expects to compete at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.
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In 10.09 seconds, Gurindervir Singh flies to where no Indian sprinter ever has
"Soon, the world will see Indians running below 10s," Gurindervir Singh proclaimed after a new 10.09s national record.
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Are steroids the future? At the Enhanced Games, that future is now
The Enhanced Games has sold a group of athletes on its vision of a future of PEDs. Can it convince the rest of us?
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Eliud Kipchoge praises South Africa's runners, wants to meet Springboks
Marathon running legend Eliud Kipchoge, who is in South Africa for the Cape Town Marathon this Sunday, has praised SA's running culture... and said he hoped to meet the Springboks rugby team.
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USWNT Big Board: How the 2027 World Cup team is taking shape
The USWNT is now nearly one year away from the 2027 Women's World Cup. How is coach Emma Hayes' roster rebuild coming along?
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Eliud Kipchoge in Cape Town to shift legacy from running to education, he tells ESPN
The Cape Town Marathon on May 24 marks the beginning of a new chapter for 41-year-old Eliud Kipchoge, where his focus will shift from relentless pursuit of marathon medals and records to leaving a legacy in Africa.





