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US track star Sha'Carri Richardson could miss the Tokyo Olympic Games after testing positive for marijuana. Richardson spoke out about the positive test in an interview with NBC's "Today Show".

US stars Sloane Stephens and Frances Tiafoe cause upsets at Wimbledon

World No. 1 tennis player Ashleigh Barty talks to Amanda Davies about her Olympic "dream" ahead of Tokyo 2020.

French authorities open investigation after Tour de France spectator causes massive crash

Andy Scholes reviews French authorities opening an investigation after a fan caused dozens of cyclists to crash during the Tour de France and Serena Williams deciding to not compete at Tokyo 2020.

Vegan endurance athlete Robbie Balenger on his spiritual connection with running

Earlier this year, Robbie Balenger set a new record for New York City's Central Park Loop Challenge. The vegan ultrarunner completed 16 loops, totaling nearly 100 miles in just over 18 hours.

Germany vs. Hungary: UEFA facing criticism over its position on rainbow colors

Piara Powar, Executive Director of Football Against Racism in Europe Network (FARE), talks to CNN about the messy situation UEFA finds itself in following its decision not to allow the Allianz Arena to be illuminated in the rainbow flag.

Japan's Olympics superfans who want Tokyo 2020 to go ahead despite Covid-19

Despite the controversies surrounding the Tokyo Olympic Games, there are hardcore Olympic super fans who can't wait for the Games to begin. CNN's Blake Essig speaks to two of them.

Jon Rahm wins US Open at Torrey Pines on his first Father's Day

Before winning the 2021 US Open, former world No. 1 golfer Jon Rahm told CNN Living Golf's Shane O'Donoghue that he was "getting closer" and working on the "magic formula" to win a major.

Damascus to Tokyo 2020: Syrian refugees' remarkable journeys to the Olympic Games

Refugee Aram Mahmoud fled Syria six years ago in search of a better life, leaving behind his family in the process. Now, he is set to take center stage as one of 29 athletes selected by the International Olympic Committee to compete on the Refugee Olympic team in Tokyo 2020 -- a moment that will be the culmination of years of sacrifice to pursue his dreams.

Six-time Olympic champion Allyson Felix: 'I want my legacy to be one of someone who fought for women'

Six-time Olympic champion Allyson Felix talks to Coy Wire about how motherhood has affected her life, building her legacy in athletics and Tokyo 2020.

Paul Pogba follows Cristiano Ronaldo's lead by removing display drink during a press conference

Cristiano Ronaldo removes Coca-Cola bottles during a Euro 2020 press conference. CNN's Clare Sebastian reports.

'You really feared the worst' for Christian Eriksen, says Finland captain Tim Sparv of opponent's collapse

The image of Christian Eriksen lying motionless on the pitch during the match between Denmark and Finland at Euro 2020 is one that "will never go away," according to Finland captain Tim Sparv.

Denmark's Martin Braithwaite criticizes UEFA for resuming game following Christian Eriksen's collapse

Denmark star Christian Eriksen was reported to be in a stable condition after collapsing during the first half of Denmark's opening Euro 2020 match against Finland in Copenhagen. CNN's Don Riddell has more.

Euro 2020: How to watch and everything you need to know about European tournament

Summer traveler's navigate Europe's rules for travel as the pandemic continues. CNN's Anna Stewart reports.

For handcyclist Oz Sanchez, Paralympic success is a 'testament to the person I've become'

In 2001, Oz Sanchez decided to transfer to the Navy as a Navy SEAL, but during his transfer, he was involved in a motorcycle accident that injured his spinal cord. Now, he's gearing up for his fourth Paralympic Games.

'I was only thinking of staying alive': Nadia Nadim's journey from refugee camp to PSG star ... and back

After leaving war-torn Afghanistan as a child, Nadia Nadim ended up in a refugee camp in Denmark. It was in that camp that she learned the game of football which has now led her to Paris Saint-Germain, one of the biggest clubs in the world.

About 10,000 Tokyo Olympic volunteers have quit with Games closing in

Pressure is building for the Tokyo Olympics to be cancelled, but on the ground in Tokyo, the final preparations are beginning. With the Olympics less than two months away, CNN's Selina Wang takes a look at temporary spectator stands, venues, and live viewing sites being constructed for the Games.

How boxing is changing the way society looks at women in Gaza

Reema Aburahma has grown up in Gaza knowing conflict, but also knowing joy. She picked up boxing as a way to grow confident and found a sport that has helped her change her perception of society and life.

How organizers plan to make the Olympics happen

Hiroshi Mikitani, the CEO of Rakuten, tells CNN's Selina Wang exclusively that it's a "suicide mission" to be hosting the Tokyo Olympics this year - the Opening Ceremony for which is set for July 23.

Barcelona pips fierce rival Real Madrid to be named the world's most valuable club

El Clasico is one of the biggest and most intense games in the world of soccer. It's involved some of the greatest ever players and featured plenty of incredible moments.

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says inspiring the new generation is as important as Champions League glory

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says winning the club's first Women's Champions League would be an "incredible achievement" but insists success is also about inspiring the next generation of young women.

New York Yankees say 8 vaccinated members tested positive for Covid-19. Here's how that could happen

Eight members of the New York Yankees have tested positive for Covid-19 this week despite being inoculated with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, the baseball team said Thursday.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is proud of NBA's new social justice champion award, but worries US still faces 'the same issues'

NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar reflects on the NBA naming its new Social Justice Champion award after him and the league's progressiveness compared to other sports.

The Japanese city that's rooting for South Sudan at the Olympics

They may not be competing for Olympic gold, but four South Sudanese athletes have become local stars in the little Japanese city of Maebashi. In Japan, they've found a safe haven to train, immerse themselves in the local culture, and promote the message of peace for South Sudan.

Manchester City wins English Premier League title after Manchester United lose

Former Manchester City star Nedum Onuoha says social media companies have been doing the "bare minimum" to protect players from online racist abuse.

'What are you doing here?' Lorna Falconer says she's faced racism and sexism in English football

Brentford FC's Head of Football Operations, Lorna Falconer, tells CNN about the struggles with racism and sexism she's faced in the game she loves in her journey to break football's glass ceiling.

Here's what's next after Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit failed a postrace drug test

Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit has tested positive for elevated levels of betamethasone, trainer Bob Baffert revealed, throwing the horse's victory last weekend at Churchill Downs into question.

Eddie Hearn: 'The razzmatazz is important,' says boxing promoter

Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn tells CNN that "pound for pound No. 1" Canelo Alvarez is looking to "go in there and dominate" Billy Joe Saunders.

Eddie Hearn: 'The razzmatazz is important,' says boxing promoter

Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn tells CNN that he "can't wait to see" the Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury bout in August and that it's the fight that everyone wants to see.

Frisbee and oval ball star Cat Phillips fired up by fight for gender equality

Cat Phillips is a multi-sport athlete who is fighting for change in both the AFLW and in ultimate frisbee. She is a leader for young women in both her sports and is determined to provide more opportunities for them to compete than she had growing up.

Stiliyan Petrov's dream job was cut short by cancer; now he wants to help soccer stars plan for the future

Many sports stars earn astronomical salaries, but many pros lack financial education. Former soccer star Stiliyan Petrov works with players through his organization Player 4 Player.

How marathon runner Des Linden ventured into the 'unknown' to break the 50km record

Des Linden missed out on Tokyo 2020 but made distance running history instead. She became the first woman to run 50 km (31 miles) in less than three hours in April.

Lionel Messi: A pair of Barcelona star's football boots auctioned for $173,000

Leading sports scientist Simon Brundish crunches the numbers on Lionel Messi, explaining why the Barcelona forward is the best player in the world

'Some days, it doesn't feel right': As India battles a devastating second wave of Covid-19, the IPL plays on

Renowned Indian cricket journalist Boria Majumdar speaks to CNN Sport about why the Indian Premier League should continue amid the Covid-19 crisis unfolding in India.

Exclusive: 'When we come together it's powerful,' Thierry Henry says of social media blackout

Former Arsenal and France superstar Thierry Henry sits down exclusively with CNN to talk about his social media boycott initiative five weeks on and how momentum has picked up, despite a slow start.

Terrence Clarke, Kentucky basketball player and NBA prospect, has died following a car accident in LA

Basketball player Terrence Clarke, who last month declared for the 2021 NBA draft after playing his freshman season for the University of Kentucky, died Thursday after sustaining fatal injuries in a car accident in Los Angeles, according to the Kentucky athletics department.

Seán McCabe: World football's first Climate Justice Officer

Seán McCabe holds a unique role in world football -- in January 2021, he was appointed by top flight Irish club Bohemians as its Climate Justice Officer. And he's out to save the planet.

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez insists Super League isn't canceled, only on 'standby'

Liverpool club owner John W. Henry, thought to be one of the principal drivers behind the European Super League, issued an apology after the plan collapsed 48 hours after it was first launched.

How the European Super League united football against the game's wealthy owners

Former Real Madrid president Ramón Calderón tells Richard Quest that the European Super League project "has died today ... and it is on the way to becoming a complete botch."

Breakaway Super League clubs are meeting to discuss abandoning the competition, reports say

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin says the "shameless" plans for a new European Super League (ESL) are akin to taking "football hostage."

What is the new European Super League and how will it work?

Sports journalist and author Mike Calvin tells CNN World Sport that football belongs to the fans and is "not about pounds or dollars" in regards to the formation of a European Super League.

Matthew McConaughey: How actor's wife 'injected' soccer into his blood

Oscar-winning actor Matthew McConaughey loves sport and is a minority owner of new MLS franchise Austin FC. Ahead of the team's long-awaited kickoff, McConaughey shares his passion for the city of Austin, how his Brazilian wife Camila helped influence his love of the beautiful game and the intersect of sports and politics.

Martin Braithwaite spent time in a wheelchair as a child; now he's Lionel Messi's wingman at Barcelona

FC Barcelona and Denmark forward Martin Braithwaite tells CNN about his journey from being in a wheelchair for two years as a kid to playing with Leo Messi at FC Barcelona.

'If you have the talent, you will be given the opportunity,' says Grand National winner Rachael Blackmore

Grand National winner Rachael Blackmore tells CNN about her historic achievement as the first female jockey to win at the famous race: "If you have the talent, you will be given the opportunity"

Trekking 4,000km along the Australian coast -- on a skateboard

Traveling over 4,000km is difficult in a car, let alone a skateboard, but Tom Drury decided to do it anyways -- despite the heat, cops and deadly snakes.

North Korea reportedly won't participate in Tokyo Olympic Games

Officials in North Korea announced that the country would not be participating in the Tokyo Olympic Games, according to state media. CNN's Will Ripley reports.

Moe Norman: The 'Rain Man of golf' who amazed even the greats of the sport

Dubbed golf's "Rain Man," Moe Norman didn't fit into the sport's traditional mold. Norman was known for his funky clothing, eccentric personality and highly distinctive swing which even the greats of the game admired.

Australia's first international cricket team found fame in the UK. At home, they were betrayed

At a time when Indigenous people were being persecuted and discriminated against in Australia, a group of Aboriginal men traveled to England to become Australia's first ever international cricket team. They are Australia's First XI.

Premier League: West Bromwich Albion scores five goals against 10-man Chelsea

David Moyes' West Ham are in the running to be the top London club in the Premier League in 2021 and could still finish in a top four spot, which will mean Champions League football coming to East London. At his second stint at the club, Moyes has rehabilitated the Hammers, and his own managerial career in the process.

Utah Jazz 'shaken, but unharmed' after team plane forced into emergency landing after bird strike

Utah Jazz guards Mike Conley and Jordan Clarkson spoke about the fears the team had as their plane was forced into an emergency landing after a bird strike.

How Michael Miraglia completed his own Strongman Marathon on Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats

Fitness fanatic Michael Miraglia created, and completed, a Strongman Marathon. The feat involved performing an exercise -- including tire flips, handstand walks and burpees -- for a mile in between running a mile in a 20-pound vest.

Golfer Joaquin Niemann helps raise $2.1 million to save his infant cousin's life

Joaquin Niemann is a star on the rise, at 22-years-old the Chilean has already won on the PGA Tour and sits inside the world's top-30. We sat down with Niemann ahead of The Players Championship to discuss his upbringing in Chile, his love of football, and the story of his young cousin Rafita who was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy in November 2020.

Conversation around taking a knee means people are 'forgetting' the true cause, says Thierry Henry

French football legend Thierry Henry says the discussion around whether or not footballers should take the knee before games has become a distraction from the real "cause."

Slum golf: A whole new ball game on Mumbai's streets

Suresh Mehboobani is a caddy at the Bombay Presidency Golf Club in Mumbai and one of the originators of Slum Golf, a version of the sport using home-made clubs and balls, played on a course that has been designed around his neighborhood.

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