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How Chuck Norris Facts gave birth to the modern meme

Chuck Norris was a karate legend, then an action star, and then ... memes. So many memes.

2026 NCAA wrestling championships: Schedule, how to watch

It's time for the 2026 NCAA wrestling championships! This year crowned the first women's tournament champion. Check out how to watch now.

Men's March Madness live tracker: Updates from Friday's first round

ESPN reporters are on-site across the country with real-time updates from the 2026 NCAA tournament.

Family of Miller Gardner files wrongful death suit

The family of former Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Costa Rican resort where their 14-year-old son Miller was found dead of carbon…

Bradford outmuscle Huddersfield in epic at Odsal

Bradford Bulls earn a third successive home Super League win, beating Huddersfield Giants in an epic encounter.

Five-star Leipzig thrash Hoffenheim to boost Champions League hopes

RB Leipzig thrash Hoffenheim 5-0 in the Bundesliga to secure a vital win in the race to finish in the top four and qualify for next season's Champions League.

GB's Azu loses world title as Anthony takes gold in 60m indoor final

Great Britain's Jeremiah Azu failed to successfully defend his world indoor 60m title, as he finishes fourth in the final with America's Jordan Anthony winning gold at the World…

Serena Williams, Shaq, Tony Hawk among athletes joining viral '90s throwback trend

Athletes who had their heydays or debuts in the 1990s got in on the popular meme, set to the Goo Goo Dolls' "Iris."

Men's tournament: How to bet the Duke, Michigan St. games and more Saturday

As you prepare for tipoff, here are our best bets for the second round, plus a pick for the new Eliminator game.

Women's tournament: UConn the odds-on title favorite as tourney tips off

Odds for each team to advance through the bracket and to win the 2026 women's college basketball championship.

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, points pace vs. preseason projections

The Sabres have charged into the top three. Plus, how has each team done this season compared to its preseason over/under?

Could Cam Jordan be a Chief? Unpacking KC's free agency, and what's next

The Chiefs hope their free agent class can make a bigger impact than last year's underwhelming acquisitions.

Man City's Trafford to start final but Arteta opts not to name Arsenal keeper

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola confirms James Trafford will be in goal for Sunday's Carabao Cup final against Arsenal.

Yates' draft rankings: Top 50 prospects, plus scouting reports

Who are the best players in this year's class? Where do they stand out? Field Yates stacks his top 50 prospects.

Clase, Ortiz put on unpaid non-disciplinary leave

As they await trial for an alleged pitch-rigging scheme, Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz were transferred to unpaid non-disciplinary leave Friday following an…

Risers and fallers: Doncic starring; time to drop Giannis?

Luka Doncic is on another planet, and Ayo Dosunmu and Daniss Jenkins are on the rise, but should fantasy basketball managers keep Giannis Antetokounmpo and Mikal Bridges rostered?

After letting the Super Bowl MVP walk, what's the Seahawks' plan at running back?

Kenneth Walker's departure leaves a hole in a backfield already weakened by Zach Charbonnet's injury.

'Street dog mentality': Buddy the Dog inspires Queens University men's basketball

A hollowed-out replica of a German Shepherd dog has become Queens University's unofficial mascot in its first NCAA tournament.

Potential busts to avoid in 2026

Who does Tristan H. Cockcroft think will underachieve in 2026? We have the names to steer clear of when drafting your rosters.

SRH's Jack Edwards ruled out of IPL 2026 with foot injury

Jack Edwards's injury adds to the growing list of Australian quick bowlers who have been hit with injuries ahead of IPL 2026

ECB play down Dukes supply-chain fears ahead of county season

Manufacturer warns of "major crisis" as conflict in Gulf impacts freight costs

Sciver-Brunt returns from England training camp

Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt returns from England’s training camp in South Africa for family reasons.

Molineux set to return but full all-round role remains uncertain

Caution will be taken with Australia's new captain ahead of the T20 World Cup later this year

Molineux set to return but full all-round role remains uncertain

Caution will be taken with Australia's new captain ahead of the T20 World Cup later this year

Ashwell Prince rues lack of partnerships in South Africa's Hamilton defeat

"The only box we ticked was George Linde, who played a really nice cameo towards the end, but we didn't get any partnerships going," the South Africa batting coach said

Inside the state school at the top of English rugby union

In a sport often dominated by private schools, Northampton School for Boys are one win away from securing a league and cup double.

Doggett 'unlikely' for Shield final; Perry and Elliott in Victoria selection race

Victoria need to find room for Fergus O'Neill for the final with coach Chris Rogers saying it's a "hard decision"

Webster's four helps Tasmania finish season strongly

A successful chase was always unlikely for Queensland who had started the round a chance of the final

Sutherland's absence means T20 batting role remains uncertain

Australia's three-match series in West Indies is crucial in the build-up to the T20 World Cup later this year

BCB warns Bangladesh government against interfering in board matters

The Bangladesh sports ministry has formed a committee to investigate allegations of malpractice during last year's BCB elections

Aaqib Javed on Pakistan's T20 World Cup exit: Have to move past 'scapegoating people'

The men's national selector said Pakistan missed out of the semi-final only because of net run rate and pushed back against criticism of the team and selection committee

Happy tennis, serious name - how history-maker Alcaraz clinched career Grand Slam

Before Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam, he was simply Carlitos from Murcia. This is his story.

Who owns the teams competing in The Hundred?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team take a look at who owns each team in The Hundred.

Rejections, depression & promise to his mum - Thiago's route to top

Igor Thiago's route to the Premier League has been far from straightforward - BBC Sport charts the rise of Brentford's record-breaking Brazilian striker.