Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby enters treatment program for a gambling addiction following transfer
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has taken an indefinite leave of absence from the team to enter a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction. Texas Tech and Sorsby announced the move in a statement. The school says it is “committed to supporting Brendan through his recovery process and to ensure his long-term health and well-being.” Sorsby was one of the biggest names in this year’s transfer portal. He transferred from Cincinnati, which then announced on Feb. 26 it would sue the quarterback for breaching his name, image and likeness contract. He began his college career at Indiana.
Paige Bueckers says it's all business with Azzi Fudd as they try to win with the Dallas Wings
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers says her relationship with teammate and fellow No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd will have no effect on what they do on the court as they try to turn around a franchise with a long history of losing. Bueckers made a statement before taking questions from reporters during media day. The statement from Bueckers came 11 days after the Wings wouldn’t let Fudd answer a question about her relationship with her former UConn teammate during Fudd’s introductory news conference. The two went public with their relationship last year. They haven’t addressed the status of that relationship since the draft.
The Mets, Red Sox and Phillies aren't out -- but they're very much down
Alex Cora was fired as manager of the Boston Red Sox over the weekend. That news could have come from any of three major markets. The Red Sox actually took two of three at Baltimore, but they’re still in last place in their division at 11-17. The New York Mets have been even worse, scoring one run Sunday while getting swept in a home doubleheader against lowly Colorado. The Mets have lost 15 of 17 to fall to 9-19. And they actually have company in the NL East cellar. That's because the Philadelphia Phillies have dropped 11 of 12 and have the same 9-19 record.
He laughed so hard at Koo's botched NFL kick that he had a seizure. It may have saved his life
When New York Giants kicker Younghoe Koo botched a field goal attempt during a Monday night game this past season, Mark Toothaker laughed so hard he had a seizure and tests revealed he had a benign tumor in his head. It was surgically removed and he was home from the hospital that week with no lasting permanent damage. The stallion season manager at Spendthrift Farm believes it happening at home instead of when he was traveling saved his life. He will be at the Kentucky Derby this week with Further Ado, thankful for what he considers a miracle.
Marathon record-breaker says he underwent strict testing regime before smashing 2-hour barrier
LONDON (AP) — Sabastian Sawe hopes the stringent testing regime he underwent before becoming the first person to break the fabled 2-hour barrier in marathon running will prove to the world he is competing clean. The 29-year-old Kenyan pulled off the feat that was long considered unthinkable when winning the London Marathon on Sunday in a time of 1 hour, 59 minutes and 30 seconds. There have been a slew of high-profile doping cases involving Kenyan runners in recent years so Sawe knew he would come under suspicion after winning last year’s marathons in Berlin and London. Sawe says he volunteered to undergo “multiple” doping tests in agreement with his coaches and management team. Sawe is urging other runners to do the same.
Wolves confirm Edwards has no structural damage in his knee, but he'll be out for at least a week
DENVER (AP) — Minnesota All-Star Anthony Edwards will be sidelined for at least one week with a hyperextension and bone bruise in his left knee. The Timberwolves formally announced the diagnosis before Game 5 of their first-round NBA playoff series at Denver. Edwards had an MRI exam that confirmed the absence of structural damage. That was a relief to the Timberwolves after his injury occurred in the second quarter of their Game 4 victory over the Nuggets. His availability for the second round if they advance will still be in question. Minnesota took a 3-1 lead on Denver into Game 5.
Allyson Felix, 40, looks for a comeback and maybe a spot at the LA Olympics
Sprinter Allyson Felix is attempting a comeback at age 40 that would give her a chance to add to her Olympic-record medal haul. Felix, a mother of two, told Time Magazine she thought about coming back some four years after calling it quits and decided, "Let’s go after the thing.” She says she'll start training later this year with the goal of getting back into competition in 2027, with her sights set on the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.
Carson Hocevar already living up to his reputation as NASCAR's newest star
NASCAR christened its newest star at Talladega Superspeedway a day after introducing new executive management. Carson Hocevar is a social media-obsessed 23-year-old with all the quintessential hallmarks of Gen Z. But he also has an unvarnished and unapologetically aggressive side that has encouraged comparisons to Dale Earnhardt. Just like “The Intimidator,” the Spire Motorsports driver has a nickname — “Hurricane Hocevar” — that reflects his willingness to stir up trouble with champions while relentlessly chasing victories. New CEO Steve O’Donnell says Hocevar is the right fit for carrying NASCAR’s fresh “Hell Yeah” marketing campaign intended to emphasize fun.
Champions League semifinals offer contrast of easy-on-the-eye PSG-Bayern and robust Atletico-Arsenal
The two Champions League semifinals starting this week have a bit of a beauty and the beast contrast. The Paris Saint-Germain vs. Bayern Munich first leg on Tuesday pairs two easy-on-the-eye attacking teams playing arguably the highest quality technical soccer in the world today. Atletico Madrid vs. Arsenal on Wednesday is a clash of traditionally durable styles with tight defenses. Titleholder PSG and Bayern each have won the Champions League in the past six seasons. Atletico and Arsenal never have been European champion and have combined to go 0-for-4 in finals.
Mbappé diagnosed with hamstring injury 2 weeks ahead of Spanish league clasico against Barcelona
MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid says star forward Kylian Mbappé has injured his left hamstring, putting in doubt his participation in the Spanish league clasico in two weeks. The club did not give details on the severity of the injury or when Mbappé is expected to return. It said his recovery will depend on how the injury progresses. Madrid will play the clasico against Barcelona on May 10 at the Camp Nou stadium. Madrid trails its Catalan rival by 11 points with five matches remaining in the league. Mbappé had to be replaced in the 82nd minute of the team’s 1-1 draw at Real Betis on Friday
