By Edward G. Robinson III A new NFL season has arrived and expectations are sky high for the Washington Commanders. That’s not a joke. Last season, Commanders fans experienced a level of success that had eluded the franchise for more than 20 years. Inspired by the coolheaded performances of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and veteran […]
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Baltimore Ravens return with depth, star power—and a reminder to trust the process
By Edward G. Robinson III Some Baltimore Ravens fans are looking at the team’s current roster and can’t help but skip ahead to the NFL playoffs. They recall last season, when the Ravens exited the playoffs earlier than expected in a heartbreaking 27-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the Divisional Round, and they are […]
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Naomi Osaka defeats Coco Gauff at the US Open to reach her first major quarterfinal since 2021
Naomi Osaka beat Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-2 at the U.S. Open to reach her first Grand Slam quarterfinal since 2021, showing a return to championship form after maternity leave. She next faces Karolina Muchova.
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Coco Gauff vs. Naomi Osaka: U.S. Open rematch six years in the making
Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka will meet Sept. 1 in the U.S. Open’s fourth round, six years after their first high-profile clash in New York. Gauff, now a two-time Grand Slam champion, and Osaka, a four-time major winner making her deepest run at a Slam since 2021, set up the matchup with convincing victories on Aug. 30.
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Angel Reese and Reebok reveal release date of her first-ever signature shoe, The Angel Reese 1 – available September 18, 2025
Reebok has announced the release date of Angel Reese’s first signature basketball shoe, The Angel Reese 1, set to debut globally on Sept. 18, 2025. Designed in full collaboration with the two-time WNBA All-Star, the shoe blends elite performance technology with bold style and will launch in three colorways alongside a signature apparel collection.
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John Wall, five-time All-Star, retires after 11 NBA seasons
John Wall, a five-time All-Star point guard, has announced his retirement from the NBA after 11 seasons.
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Young Successful Leaders Incorporated to Receive $50,000 Huddle Up for Health Grant from CareFirst and Baltimore Ravens
CareFirst and the Baltimore Ravens have awarded Young Successful Leaders Inc. (YSLI) a $50,000 grant to expand its mental health, violence prevention and youth development programs in Baltimore.
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Shedeur Sanders shines in preseason debut
Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders impressed in his preseason debut on Aug. 8, throwing two touchdowns and leading three scoring drives in a 30-10 win over the Carolina Panthers. Thrust into the spotlight due to injuries to other quarterbacks, Sanders showcased poise and playmaking while downplaying depth chart speculation, saying he’s focused on improving and representing those who support him.
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Venus Williams is back and she is not done
Venus Williams celebrates her win over Peyton Stearns during a match at the Citi Open tennis tournament.
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Bubba Wallace becomes first Black driver to win a major race on Indianapolis’ oval
Bubba Wallace made history by becoming the first Black driver to win a major race on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval, clinching victory in the Brickyard 400 after a tense finish that included a rain delay, two overtimes, and fuel concerns. The win ends a 100-race drought, secures Wallace a playoff spot, and marks a milestone triumph for 23XI Racing.
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Gunman blames NFL, kills 4 in Manhattan office tower before taking own life
Shane Tamura, a former high school football player, killed four people in a Manhattan office building on July 28 before taking his own life, claiming in a note that he suffered from CTE and blaming the NFL for hiding the risks of brain injuries. Authorities say Tamura intended to target the NFL’s headquarters but entered the wrong floor, opening fire in the lobby and on the 33rd floor in a shocking attack that left an off-duty NYPD officer and a Blackstone executive among the dead.
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Venus Williams makes surprise return to tennis — and hopes Serena joins the fun
Venus Williams is returning to professional tennis after more than a year away, making a surprise comeback at the DC Open. While focused on enjoying the game and staying in the moment, Venus admits she misses playing alongside her sister Serena, who retired in 2022, and would love to see her return too.