China’s fearless swimming prodigy Yu Zidi builds momentum for Olympics at Asian Games

Yu won gold in all three individual events she entered at the Asian Games.

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Formula One drivers react to move to reduce length of races for 2027

The governing FIA's Formula One commission on Monday agreed to reduce the standard Grand Prix distance from 305 kilometers to 290 from 2027, cutting races by two or three laps.

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Dodgers activate Shohei Ohtani from 15-day injured list

Ohtani was on the injured list due to left knee and right biceps injuries. He also has been dealing with neck soreness.

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Dodgers extend home winning streak to 11 with shutout of Padres

Roki Sasaki struck out two in one inning in his return from a blister issue.

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Kirishima’s yokozuna bid ends, but resurgent Onosato shines at autumn meet

There will be no new yokozuna this month, but Onosato could return to the winner's circle and Atamifuji may yet earn promotion to ōzeki.

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Giants QB Jaxson Dart could miss rest of 2026 season

An MRI exam after the Giants returned to New Jersey following their loss to the Rams detected more significant damage than previously thought.

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Small frame, big stakes: 11-year-old Puyo Puyo prodigy takes on Asia

Puyo Puyo joins the Asian Games' esports lineup as one of 13 titles contested across 11 medal events.

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