Explainer: How 81-1 shot Rich Strike won the Kentucky Derby

Horses at odds of nearly 81-1 don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Jockeys who have never won any big stakes race of any kind don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Owners with fewer than 10 career wins don’t win the Kentucky Derby.

Mavs fan ejected for harassing Suns player Chris Paul’s family

So much for being Texas nice. A Dallas Mavericks fan was ejected during Game 4 against the Phoenix Suns after reports he got in the face of a player's family. Chris Paul said the fan put his hands on his mom and his wife was pushed.

NASCAR Hall of Famer Mark Martin to be honored at Darlington

Hall of Famer Mark Martin will be a major presence at Darlington Raceway this weekend, just like he usually was throughout his stellar NASCAR career.

100-year-old NJ native and WWII veteran runs in Penn Relays

A typical start to race and, just like that, 100-year-old Lester Wright was off to the races, running in the Penn Relays, bringing the 1,000s in attendance to their feet.

Remembering Gigi Bryant: Rising basketball star would’ve celebrated 16th birthday Sunday

In honor of her late daughter’s memory, Vanessa Bryant announced two projects, with proceeds going to the Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation, as Gigi was known for her passion for sports and her philanthropic heart.

2022 NFL draft: 6 wide receivers make top 20 pics in 1st round

After weeks of mock drafts from analysts and fan speculation over who will be selected first, the 2022 NFL Draft is finally here.

NCAA President Mark Emmert to step down by June 2023

NCAA Board of Governors Chairman John DeGioia announced the move Tuesday and said it was by mutual agreement.

USFL Week 2: Breakers dominate Bandits, remain unbeaten

Quarterback Kyle Sloter led the way, passing for 266 yards and a pair of touchdowns as the New Orleans Breakers cruised to a 34-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Bandits.

‘Heartbroken’ fan puts Tom Brady’s record-setting 624th touchdown ball up for auction

When Tom Brady announced his retirement in February, for 40 days, Janice Green owned what was potentially one of the most valuable footballs in the world. That is, until he "unretired."

Stephen Curry launches ‘Underrated’ golf tour to help underrepresented kids

The tour, called Underrated, announced the launch citing its commitment to balancing participation in the sport “to truly reflect our society.”

Fox Sports makes Easter Sunday a NASCAR ratings success

Fox says it is already talking to NASCAR about racing on Easter again in 2023. The race was the most-viewed among 18-to-49 year old viewers since the Daytona 500 in February.

Indy 500 balloon release not part of 2022 schedule amid environmental concerns

The tradition of releasing thousands of balloons before the Indianapolis 500 will not happen this year. Officials cited environmental concerns as a factor in the decision.