The 'double' still on Kyle Larson's mind: 'I didn't technically get to do it'
With 1,100 miles in one day of racing in an IndyCar and NASCAR Cup Series car awaiting Kyle Larson in less than three months, he knows he can only do so much when it comes to focus. So he will focus on his NASCAR schedule over the next several weeks while the IndyCar Series begins, starting this weekend at St. Petersburg. "I'll be watching, but a lot of the weekends, ... I don't get to watch start to finish," Larson said last week at Atlanta.
MLS fines Lionel Messi over post-match incident with NYCFC coach
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi was fined on Tuesday over a startling incident with an assistant coach from New York City FC after their match to open the Major League Soccer season ended. The amount Messi was fined was not disclosed. Messi was leaving the field following the 2-2 draw. He had received a yellow card following a verbal exchange with referee Alexis Da Silva. He then exchanged words with NYCFC assistant coach Mehdi Ballouchy.
Chargers' Jim Harbaugh on controversial tush push: 'Get good at it or stop it'
The tush push, made famous by the Philadelphia Eagles, is back in the spotlight this NFL offseason after the Green Bay Packers reportedly submitted a proposal to ban the play. Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh has seen it done throughout the league, including by his brother, John, with his Baltimore Ravens. Jim admitted he didn't have a "strong opinion" on the matter.
Ex-NFL star calls out Elon Musk critics: 'This world is fried'
Former Pittsburgh Steelers star Le’Veon Bell once again put critics of billionaire Elon Musk on blast in a post on social media. Musk has come under fire as he was tapped to be the key advisor for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The DOGE team has been instructed to find ways to cut government spending, among other tasks.
NASCAR star William Byron dishes on Trump's visit to Daytona 500
President Donald Trump became the first president to attend the Daytona 500 twice when he visited the racetrack earlier this month. He met with some drivers on pit lane before he rode in the presidential limousine, "The Beast," as it took a pace lap before the green flag flew. He also gave drivers a speech before the race. Trump’s day was cut short because the race was delayed for a few hours due to inclement weather that rolled through Daytona Beach, Florida, over the course of that afternoon. William Byron won the race for the second straight season.
Female athletes call out NCAA over new trans-inclusion policy: 'We demand fair sports'
Women’s sports activists called on the NCAA to clear up the alleged issues in the organization's new transgender-athlete policy in the wake of President Donald Trump's executive order. We see you, NCAA," the clip began. "You announced a new policy after Trump’s executive order. This policy does not protect females. It sets no clear boundaries. The new policy does nothing to ensure women’s sports are for women only. "You said you were going to comply with federal law but you didn’t. Your policy is based on a birth certificate – that’s the ‘proof’ required. But it’s no proof of sex.
Chiefs' Travis Kelce makes no mention of NFL future in latest podcast episode
Travis Kelce’s podcast returned on Wednesday after taking a break last week, but the Kansas City Chiefs' star tight end did not bring up his playing future amid retirement rumors. Kelce, 35, said he was "kicking every can I can down the road" regarding his decision to retire in the episode shortly after the Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. With no comment on his NFL future in his latest episode, Kelce is still kicking the can down the road. Travis and Jason Kelce were brainstorming potential guests for upcoming shows this offseason, and Travis brought up Tom Brady
First measles death reported in West Texas amid growing outbreak
The first measles death has been reported in West Texas amid the outbreak that has infected more than 100 people, Associated Press reported on Wednesday morning. Melissa Whitfield, a spokesperson for Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center confirmed the death to AP.
Falcons GM dishes on Kirk Cousins plans after benching last season
The Atlanta Falcons might not be moving on from Kirk Cousins – yet. Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot said Cousins will remain with the team for the foreseeable future, on Tuesday at the NFL Draft combine, via NFL Network. Cousins, 36, was benched in favor of rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. after struggling last season.
Eagles' Vic Fangio chided defense for allowing 22 points in Super Bowl LIX 2nd half, linebacker says
The Philadelphia Eagles completely stymied the Kansas City Chiefs’ offense in Super Bowl LIX, sacking Patrick Mahomes and causing three turnovers on their way to a big win. The Eagles were pitching a shutout in the first half but allowed all of Kansas City’s 22 points in the second half. The defense in the final two quarters appeared to be a point of contention with defensive coordinator Vic Fangio despite the dominant display.