Saudi Arabia is pursuing an ambitious plan to secure the hosting rights to soccer’s marquee event, but the effort faces political and technical obstacles.
Euro 2020: Italy Bets on Youth, and Fun
A nation steeped in soccer stopped producing trophies because it stopped producing players. Can a commitment to youth, and fun, bring back the glory days?
Gerrit Cole Gets the Best of Josh Donaldson
Publicly accused of cheating by Josh Donaldson, Gerrit Cole followed up an awkward news conference by dominating him and the Twins.
Mets Stay Hot With Blowout of Matt Harvey and the Orioles
Taijuan Walker was dominant against Baltimore and his teammates battered Harvey, a former Mets star.
Rudy Gobert Wins Third Defensive Player of the Year Award
Gobert, the Utah Jazz center, won the honor for the third time in four years after leading the N.B.A. in total blocks.
Islanders Advance to Semifinals for Second Straight Year
The Islanders beat the Boston Bruins in Game 6 to set up a series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, last year’s Stanley Cup winner.
It’s Nadal vs. Djokovic in the French Open, but One Round Early
Rafael Nadal, the 13-time champion at Roland Garros, is set for yet another showdown with Novak Djokovic, the world No. 1 and his longtime rival. But the title won’t be on the line.
Ron Hill, Marathoner Who Set Record in Boston, Dies at 82
In 1970 he shaved almost three minutes off the earlier mark. He later set another record: running at least a mile a day for 52 years and 39 days (even after surgery).
Hall of Fame Delays Jeter’s Induction, but Now Will Allow Fans
The ceremony for Derek Jeter, Larry Walker, Ted Simmons and Marvin Miller will now be an event requiring tickets in September.
At Euro 2020, Fatigue May Be the Toughest Foe
Soccer’s biggest stars have been playing almost nonstop for a year. Over the next month, major tournaments like Euro 2020 may be decided by which ones have the most left in the tank.