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Team USA hockey players laugh and celebrate on the ice, gold medals around their necks.
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USA stuns Canada in overtime to claim Olympic gold

Team USA defeated Canada 2-1 in overtime to win men's hockey gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Jack Hughes scored the golden goal, while Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 shots to silence a relentless Canadian attack. An emotional night ended with players honoring the late Johnny Gaudreau on the ice.
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ndiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, wearing number 15, drops back to throw during a college football game against an opponent in orange uniforms.
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Mendoza and the Raiders: draft day looms

Fernando Mendoza, the 2025 Heisman Trophy winner, is heading to Las Vegas. The Raiders hold the first overall pick and are refusing all trade offers. Mendoza led Indiana to a perfect national championship season, posting 41 touchdowns and a 90.3 QBR. However, concerns about his performance under pressure and limited experience under center have left some analysts unconvinced. Pittsburgh will have the answers on April 23.
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Vinicius Jr. celebrates his goal for Real Madrid against Benfica at the Estádio da Luz, pointing to the sky
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Madrid win in Lisbon, but at what cost

Real Madrid won 1-0 at the Estádio da Luz in a Champions League first leg controlled by a dominant Tchouameni. Vinicius Jr. scored the only goal, but the night was overshadowed by a racist incident involving Benfica's Prestianni. The game was halted for 10 minutes under FIFA's anti-racism protocol. UEFA has since opened a disciplinary investigation.
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Keshad Johnson, wearing a Miami Heat black jersey, holds the NBA Slam Dunk Contest trophy at the 2026 All-Star Weekend.
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Dunk contest hits a new low

NBA stars competed, and winner Keshad Johnson was virtually unknown to most fans. Damian Lillard stole the show with his third 3-Point Contest title. The new All-Star Game format, won by Team Stripes, was the weekend's true success story.
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Los Angeles Lakers player Anthony Davies smiling with a yellow t-shirt
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NBA trade deadline: nine blockbuster deals reshape league

The 2026 NBA trade deadline produced nine blockbuster deals reshaping the league. James Harden joined Cleveland, Anthony Davis went to Washington, and Jaren Jackson Jr. landed in Utah. Chicago rebuilt completely while the Clippers dismantled their roster. These trades fundamentally altered the NBA's competitive landscape.
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A figure skater in a gold costume poses on the ice inside the Olympic rings, with the number 2026 written on the ice above her at the Milan Winter Olympics.
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Milan-Cortina 2026: Italy’s Winter Olympics return

The 2026 Winter Olympics returns to Italy after 20 years, with Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo co-hosting from February 6-22. The Games will feature star athletes like Mikaela Shiffrin and Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, new sports including ski mountaineering, and world-class venues set against the stunning Dolomites. A rich cultural program will celebrate Italian heritage alongside athletic excellence.
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Jamal Murray, wearing a white Denver Nuggets jersey with number 27, points forward during an NBA game, showing intensity and focus on the court.
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NBA All-Star roster locked in for 2026 spectacle

The 2026 NBA All-Star roster features top Western talents like Devin Booker, Donovan Mitchell and Draymond Green alongside Eastern stars including Paolo Banchero, Cade Cunningham and Jarrett Allen. First-time honorees Jamal Murray, Jalen Duren and Deni Avdija shine brightly, while LeBron James' selection at 41 underscores the event's entertainment focus over strict stats.
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