Sharks' Ryan Warsofsky to coach the US at the world championshipsRyan Warsofsky appointed as U.S. coach for IIHF men's world hockey championship, marking his first time leading the team.
Can U.S. figure skating carry this momentum to the Olympics?Alysa Liu became the first American woman to win a world title since 2006 after a stunning comeback following retirement.
Liu ends U.S. drought, wins figure skating worldsAlysa Liu becomes the first American women's figure skating world champion in 17 years, achieving a stunning comeback.Her performance included all successful jumps, celebrated by a supportive audience.
Fremont's Alysa Liu delivers the US its first women's figure skating world championship in nearly 2 decadesAlysa Liu became the first American woman to win a figure skating world championship in almost 20 years, marking a significant comeback after her retirement.
What the hell?' Alysa Liu wins USA's first women's figure skating world title in 19 yearsAlysa Liu's world championship title marks a historic comeback in figure skating, the first for an American woman in nearly two decades.
American Malinin defends world skating titleIlia Malinin successfully defended his world title in figure skating, showcasing his extraordinary talent ahead of the upcoming Olympics.
Simone Biles on ice: Ilia Malinin shows his only rival is perfection itself | Bryan Armen GrahamIlia Malinin's quest for perfection continues, focusing on landing all seven quadruple jumps despite successfully defending his world title.
Can U.S. figure skating carry this momentum to the Olympics?Alysa Liu became the first American woman to win a world title since 2006 after a stunning comeback following retirement.
Liu ends U.S. drought, wins figure skating worldsAlysa Liu becomes the first American women's figure skating world champion in 17 years, achieving a stunning comeback.Her performance included all successful jumps, celebrated by a supportive audience.
Fremont's Alysa Liu delivers the US its first women's figure skating world championship in nearly 2 decadesAlysa Liu became the first American woman to win a figure skating world championship in almost 20 years, marking a significant comeback after her retirement.
What the hell?' Alysa Liu wins USA's first women's figure skating world title in 19 yearsAlysa Liu's world championship title marks a historic comeback in figure skating, the first for an American woman in nearly two decades.
American Malinin defends world skating titleIlia Malinin successfully defended his world title in figure skating, showcasing his extraordinary talent ahead of the upcoming Olympics.
Simone Biles on ice: Ilia Malinin shows his only rival is perfection itself | Bryan Armen GrahamIlia Malinin's quest for perfection continues, focusing on landing all seven quadruple jumps despite successfully defending his world title.
Zoe Atkin crowns stellar season with world freeski halfpipe goldZoe Atkin won her first world title in freeski halfpipe, overcoming previous podium finishes with a remarkable performance in Engadin.
Wout Van Aert makes surprise decision to challenge Mathieu van der Poel at cyclocross World ChampionshipsWout Van Aert has unexpectedly decided to compete in the cyclocross World Championship, reigniting his rivalry with Mathieu van der Poel.
On a Bench in Hungary, a Promise Leads to a ProposalJessye Marquez and Thomas Wood connected through their shared passion for eskrima at a world championship in Hungary.
Peter Wright rolls back years to dethrone Luke Humphries at PDC world dartsPeter Wright used mental strategies and crowd support to defect Luke Humphries, showcasing the power of will and a comeback performance despite his status.
World Darts Championship - day 13: Preview, order of play, how to watch and predictions as Luke Littler and Michael Van Gerwen take centre stageLittler's chances for the World Darts Championship have improved after Luke Humphries' exit.
Zoe Atkin crowns stellar season with world freeski halfpipe goldZoe Atkin won her first world title in freeski halfpipe, overcoming previous podium finishes with a remarkable performance in Engadin.
Wout Van Aert makes surprise decision to challenge Mathieu van der Poel at cyclocross World ChampionshipsWout Van Aert has unexpectedly decided to compete in the cyclocross World Championship, reigniting his rivalry with Mathieu van der Poel.
On a Bench in Hungary, a Promise Leads to a ProposalJessye Marquez and Thomas Wood connected through their shared passion for eskrima at a world championship in Hungary.
Peter Wright rolls back years to dethrone Luke Humphries at PDC world dartsPeter Wright used mental strategies and crowd support to defect Luke Humphries, showcasing the power of will and a comeback performance despite his status.
World Darts Championship - day 13: Preview, order of play, how to watch and predictions as Luke Littler and Michael Van Gerwen take centre stageLittler's chances for the World Darts Championship have improved after Luke Humphries' exit.
Boris Spassky, Chess Champion Who Lost Match of the Century,' Dies at 88Boris Spassky, renowned chess champion, died at 88, remembered for his impactful career despite overshadowing by Bobby Fischer in the historic 1972 match.
Boris Spassky, the chess player who was a victim of Bobby Fischer but also much moreBoris Spassky's life story, especially his 1972 match against Bobby Fischer, is a significant historical narrative intertwined with Cold War dynamics.
Boris Spassky, Chess Champion Who Lost Match of the Century,' Dies at 88Boris Spassky, renowned chess champion, died at 88, remembered for his impactful career despite overshadowing by Bobby Fischer in the historic 1972 match.
Boris Spassky, the chess player who was a victim of Bobby Fischer but also much moreBoris Spassky's life story, especially his 1972 match against Bobby Fischer, is a significant historical narrative intertwined with Cold War dynamics.
'I've been written off all my life' - Tipperary boxer Shauna Browne hoping for 'Rocky'-style career comebackShauna Browne aims for a world championship comeback after a six-year hiatus due to injuries.
Why Lewis Hamilton feels revitalized at Ferrari: I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be'Lewis Hamilton's transition to Ferrari reignites his passion for F1 after a tough final year with Mercedes.
There is magic here': Lewis Hamilton bullish on title challenge with FerrariHamilton believes Ferrari has all it takes for him to win his eighth world championship.
Why Lewis Hamilton feels revitalized at Ferrari: I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be'Lewis Hamilton's transition to Ferrari reignites his passion for F1 after a tough final year with Mercedes.
There is magic here': Lewis Hamilton bullish on title challenge with FerrariHamilton believes Ferrari has all it takes for him to win his eighth world championship.
Tadej Pogacar lands world road race championship to complete triple crownTadej Pogacar's bold strategy and audacious racing style led him to victory at the world road race championship in Zurich, completing a perfect season.
'I don't want to let it go' - Tadej Pogacar eyes second Worlds title in 2025 as all signs point to Vuelta-Tour doublePogačar aims to defend his Tour de France title and World Championship, prioritizing these goals despite a busy schedule.
Rainbow stylin' - The bikes, kit and on-bike style of world road race champions past and presentThe title of World Champion is the pinnacle of achievement in road cycling, symbolized by the rainbow jersey.
'It was just pure relief that I'd done it' - Cat Ferguson savours second junior world title before step-up with MovistarCat Ferguson secured her second world title, confirming her talent as she transitions to the women's WorldTour with Movistar.
France's new generational talent Paul Seixas could be a future Tour de France winnerPaul Seixas is the first French junior to win the time trial World Championship, showcasing his immense talent against formidable rivals.
Sliding away on a rainbow - No questions left for world time trial champion Grace Brown but there is one others keep askingGrace Brown achieves monumental success in cycling, including a world title, but plans to retire at the end of the season.
Tadej Pogacar lands world road race championship to complete triple crownTadej Pogacar's bold strategy and audacious racing style led him to victory at the world road race championship in Zurich, completing a perfect season.
'I don't want to let it go' - Tadej Pogacar eyes second Worlds title in 2025 as all signs point to Vuelta-Tour doublePogačar aims to defend his Tour de France title and World Championship, prioritizing these goals despite a busy schedule.
Rainbow stylin' - The bikes, kit and on-bike style of world road race champions past and presentThe title of World Champion is the pinnacle of achievement in road cycling, symbolized by the rainbow jersey.
'It was just pure relief that I'd done it' - Cat Ferguson savours second junior world title before step-up with MovistarCat Ferguson secured her second world title, confirming her talent as she transitions to the women's WorldTour with Movistar.
France's new generational talent Paul Seixas could be a future Tour de France winnerPaul Seixas is the first French junior to win the time trial World Championship, showcasing his immense talent against formidable rivals.
Sliding away on a rainbow - No questions left for world time trial champion Grace Brown but there is one others keep askingGrace Brown achieves monumental success in cycling, including a world title, but plans to retire at the end of the season.
One year to the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics: Twenty athletes from Team USA to watchMadison Chock and Evan Bates won their first ice dance world championship in 2023, showcasing their dominance and aiming for a historic third consecutive title.
Cyclocross World Championships loses major favourite as injured Marianne Vos pulls outMarianne Vos will miss the World Championship due to a calf injury, impacting the Dutch team's dynamic.
At the Microsoft Excel World Championship, selfies and a 'hype' tunnel | TechCrunchThe Microsoft Excel World Championship combines humor and competitiveness, drawing attention to spreadsheet skills with significant prizes.
Can Pro 'Overwatch' Be Brought Back To Life? | DefectorTeam Falcons secured victory in the OWCS Grand Final due to a critical intervention by Fielder, showcasing the intensity of competitive Overwatch.
Luke Littler crushes Stephen Bunting to set up blockbuster PDC world final against Michael van GerwenLittler, at 17, aims to become the youngest world darts champion, having recently defeated Stephen Bunting.The final match against Michael van Gerwen is highly anticipated as both players are in excellent form.
PDC World Darts Championship semi-finals: Dobey v Van Gerwen, Bunting v Littler liveMichael van Gerwen, the favorite for the title, faces Chris Dobey, while Luke Littler meets Stephen Bunting in the semi-finals of the tournament.
'It's the stuff of dreams' - Luke Littler aims for history in world darts final against Michael van GerwenLittler aims for victory in his second World Championship final, but faces experienced rival Van Gerwen, who is motivated to seize the title.
PDC world championship semi-finals: Rampant Luke Littler pulls away from Stephen Bunting to book final placeMichael van Gerwen dominates Chris Dobey in the semi-finals, securing a spot in the finals.Luke Littler secures his place in the final against Stephen Bunting in a thrilling encounter.
World Darts Championship, day 11: Preview, order of play, how to watch and predictions as Luke Littler returns to the stageLuke Littler, at just 17, has emerged as a prominent figure in darts, capturing headlines at the World Championship.
Luke Littler nears darting perfection in spectacular opening win at PDC worldsLuke Littler nearly achieved a nine-dart finish, showcasing his exceptional skill and solidifying his status as a favorite for the World Championship title.
Luke Littler crushes Stephen Bunting to set up blockbuster PDC world final against Michael van GerwenLittler, at 17, aims to become the youngest world darts champion, having recently defeated Stephen Bunting.The final match against Michael van Gerwen is highly anticipated as both players are in excellent form.
PDC World Darts Championship semi-finals: Dobey v Van Gerwen, Bunting v Littler liveMichael van Gerwen, the favorite for the title, faces Chris Dobey, while Luke Littler meets Stephen Bunting in the semi-finals of the tournament.
'It's the stuff of dreams' - Luke Littler aims for history in world darts final against Michael van GerwenLittler aims for victory in his second World Championship final, but faces experienced rival Van Gerwen, who is motivated to seize the title.
PDC world championship semi-finals: Rampant Luke Littler pulls away from Stephen Bunting to book final placeMichael van Gerwen dominates Chris Dobey in the semi-finals, securing a spot in the finals.Luke Littler secures his place in the final against Stephen Bunting in a thrilling encounter.
World Darts Championship, day 11: Preview, order of play, how to watch and predictions as Luke Littler returns to the stageLuke Littler, at just 17, has emerged as a prominent figure in darts, capturing headlines at the World Championship.
Luke Littler nears darting perfection in spectacular opening win at PDC worldsLuke Littler nearly achieved a nine-dart finish, showcasing his exceptional skill and solidifying his status as a favorite for the World Championship title.
Gukesh D Unleashed The Zugzwang To Become The Youngest World Chess Champion In History | DefectorGukesh D is the youngest world chess champion at 18, winning after a dramatic match against Ding Liren.
India's Gukesh beats China's Ding to become youngest chess world championGukesh Dommaraju has become the youngest undisputed chess world champion at 18 years old, defeating Ding Liren in Singapore.
Chess: Gukesh and India celebrate after win but new challenges are emergingGukesh Dommaraju's world title victory signifies the strength of India's chess ecosystem and the potential for future greatness in the sport.
World Chess Championship: Can Ding stop Gukesh? DW 11/24/2024Ding Liren enters the chess World Championship as the underdog, struggling with form but remaining hopeful about his chances.
Chess: Germany's Keymer and the AI influence DW 01/09/2025Vincent Keymer, at 20, aims to qualify for the 2026 Candidates Tournament after achieving an impressive world ranking of 20th.
Gukesh defeats Ding, takes 6-5 lead in world chess championshipGukesh Dommaraju takes a 6-5 lead in the World Chess Championship against Ding Liren, edging closer to becoming the youngest world champion.
Gukesh D Unleashed The Zugzwang To Become The Youngest World Chess Champion In History | DefectorGukesh D is the youngest world chess champion at 18, winning after a dramatic match against Ding Liren.
India's Gukesh beats China's Ding to become youngest chess world championGukesh Dommaraju has become the youngest undisputed chess world champion at 18 years old, defeating Ding Liren in Singapore.
Chess: Gukesh and India celebrate after win but new challenges are emergingGukesh Dommaraju's world title victory signifies the strength of India's chess ecosystem and the potential for future greatness in the sport.
World Chess Championship: Can Ding stop Gukesh? DW 11/24/2024Ding Liren enters the chess World Championship as the underdog, struggling with form but remaining hopeful about his chances.
Chess: Germany's Keymer and the AI influence DW 01/09/2025Vincent Keymer, at 20, aims to qualify for the 2026 Candidates Tournament after achieving an impressive world ranking of 20th.
Gukesh defeats Ding, takes 6-5 lead in world chess championshipGukesh Dommaraju takes a 6-5 lead in the World Chess Championship against Ding Liren, edging closer to becoming the youngest world champion.
Chess: India's Gukesh levels score with white win over Ding DW 11/27/2024Gukesh Dommaraju levels the World Chess Championship match against Ding Liren following a decisive victory in game 3.
Red Bull's Max Verstappen wins his fourth F1 title at Las Vegas Grand PrixMax Verstappen secures his fourth consecutive Formula One world championship at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, becoming the sixth driver in history to achieve this feat.
I never thought I'd win': Verstappen after shock Brazil GP triumph from 17thMax Verstappen achieved an unexpected victory from 17th place at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, illustrating his resilience and driving skills.
Max Verstappen hits jackpot by winning fourth F1 world title in Las VegasMax Verstappen has secured his fourth consecutive Formula One world drivers' championship.Verstappen finished fifth in Las Vegas yet secured the title by finishing ahead of Lando Norris.
Is Verstappen the GOAT? Four-time champ now among F1's greatsMax Verstappen's 2024 championship reinforces his status in the GOAT debate as he adapts and triumphs despite significant challenges.
Red Bull must solve Verstappen's monster' riddle or Norris will pounceThe championship race intensifies as Lando Norris closes in on Max Verstappen, with six crucial races left in the season.
Norris: I can beat 'perfect' Verstappen in 2025Norris feels confident he can challenge Verstappen for the world title in 2025 after a strong season.
Red Bull's Max Verstappen wins his fourth F1 title at Las Vegas Grand PrixMax Verstappen secures his fourth consecutive Formula One world championship at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, becoming the sixth driver in history to achieve this feat.
I never thought I'd win': Verstappen after shock Brazil GP triumph from 17thMax Verstappen achieved an unexpected victory from 17th place at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, illustrating his resilience and driving skills.
Max Verstappen hits jackpot by winning fourth F1 world title in Las VegasMax Verstappen has secured his fourth consecutive Formula One world drivers' championship.Verstappen finished fifth in Las Vegas yet secured the title by finishing ahead of Lando Norris.
Is Verstappen the GOAT? Four-time champ now among F1's greatsMax Verstappen's 2024 championship reinforces his status in the GOAT debate as he adapts and triumphs despite significant challenges.
Red Bull must solve Verstappen's monster' riddle or Norris will pounceThe championship race intensifies as Lando Norris closes in on Max Verstappen, with six crucial races left in the season.
Norris: I can beat 'perfect' Verstappen in 2025Norris feels confident he can challenge Verstappen for the world title in 2025 after a strong season.
I started crying': emotional Jorge Martin clinches MotoGP world titleJorge Martin became the 2024 MotoGP world champion after finishing third in the final race, securing the title by a narrow points margin.
Marc Marquez stages epic comeback to clinch fifth Australian MotoGPMarc Marquez demonstrated remarkable determination and skill to win the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix despite a challenging start.
I started crying': emotional Jorge Martin clinches MotoGP world titleJorge Martin became the 2024 MotoGP world champion after finishing third in the final race, securing the title by a narrow points margin.
Marc Marquez stages epic comeback to clinch fifth Australian MotoGPMarc Marquez demonstrated remarkable determination and skill to win the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix despite a challenging start.
Nut pimping, stampsies anything goes': Peckham hosts rival to world conker contestThe 2023 World Conker Championships faced an unprecedented cheating controversy involving 82-year-old David Jakins and his alleged steel conker.
Cheating alleged after men's world conker champion found with steel chestnutInvestigation underway for cheating claims in World Conker Championships involving men's winner David Jakins found with a steel chestnut.
Nut pimping, stampsies anything goes': Peckham hosts rival to world conker contestThe 2023 World Conker Championships faced an unprecedented cheating controversy involving 82-year-old David Jakins and his alleged steel conker.
Cheating alleged after men's world conker champion found with steel chestnutInvestigation underway for cheating claims in World Conker Championships involving men's winner David Jakins found with a steel chestnut.
Watch: 2,471-Pound Pumpkin From Minnesota Wins Half Moon Bay's World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-OffThe Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival showcased intense competition with a 2,471-pound pumpkin winning by just six pounds.
Ireland stun world champions New Zealand in major WXV1 shockIreland's women upset world champions New Zealand with a thrilling 29-27 victory in WXV1.
Lotte Kopecky battles through rain to retain world road race title in ZurichLotte Kopecky overcame harsh conditions and tactical challenges to win the women's world championship road race, demonstrating resilience and skill.
GB's Yee claims victory in Weihai as Potter secondAlex Yee dominated the WTCS race in Weihai, establishing a lead in the overall men's rankings before the championship final.
Video. WATCH: French pilot Serrano soars to victory at Wingsuit ChampionshipWingsuit championship in Zhangjiajie showcased extraordinary skill, culminating in a thrilling final despite challenging weather conditions.
UCI MTB World Championships: Alan Hatherly wins cross-country world titleAlan Hatherly won his first world title in mountain biking, overcoming reigning champion Tom Pidcock and Victor Koretzky in a thrilling finale.