Hockey Hall of Famer, Canadiens legend Guy Lafleur dies at age 70

Hockey Hall of Famer Guy Lafleur, who helped the Montreal Canadiens win five Stanley Cup titles in the 1970s, has died at age 70.

It’s a bird … it’s a plane … it’s Superbikes at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta

They’re among the fastest athletes on two wheels, and this weekend, they’re taking on the notoriously challenging course at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta for three days of heart-pounding action.

Stephen Curry launches ‘Underrated’ golf tour to help underrepresented kids

The tour, called Underrated, announced the launch citing its commitment to balancing participation in the sport “to truly reflect our society.”

Fox Sports makes Easter Sunday a NASCAR ratings success

Fox says it is already talking to NASCAR about racing on Easter again in 2023. The race was the most-viewed among 18-to-49 year old viewers since the Daytona 500 in February.

Indy 500 balloon release not part of 2022 schedule amid environmental concerns

The tradition of releasing thousands of balloons before the Indianapolis 500 will not happen this year. Officials cited environmental concerns as a factor in the decision.

Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar take issue with HBO's 'Winning Time'

Jerry West’s lawyers said he demanded a retraction over the depiction which allegedly describes him "as an out-of-control, intoxicated rage-aholic." West seeks a retraction within two weeks of the letter to producer Adam McKay and HBO.

Liverpool, Manchester United fans honor Cristiano Ronaldo after death of newborn son

A moving moment of the Liverpool vs. Man United match, held at Anfield stadium, came at seven minutes — in honor of Cristiano Ronaldo’s No. 7 United jersey.

Cristiano Ronaldo announces death of newborn son

Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Monday that one of his newborn twins has died, writing: "It is the greatest pain that any parents can feel."

Boston Marathon: Kenyans Evans Chebet, Peres Jepchirchir win 2022 race

Evans Chebet of Kenya won the men’s Boston Marathon 2022 title, while Peres Jepchirchir — also of Kenya — won the women’s title.

Robinson makes eight 3s, Heat top Hawks 115-91 in Game 1

The top-seeded Heat forced Trae Young into matching the worst-shooting game of his career on the way to a 115-91 win over the eighth-seeded Hawks in the opener of an Eastern Conference first-round series Sunday.

GK Brad Guzan hurts Achilles in Atlanta’s 0-0 draw vs Cincinnati

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan left the field on a stretcher after hurting an Achilles tendon and collapsing during a 0-0 draw against Cincinnati on Saturday night.

Humidity plays 'key factor' for NASCAR race at Bristol Motor Speedway

Deep in the dirt, or rather red clay, lies about two inches of sawdust to protect the concrete racing surface of the just over half-mile track.

Atlanta United pays tribute to Archie Eversole before match

Atlanta United paid tribute to Archie Eversole, who died days after he was shot in DeKalb County. His song, “We Ready,” typically rallies fans before Atlanta United matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, but it served as a solemn tribute on Saturday.

Anderson sharp, Olson homers as Braves beat Padres 5-2

Ian Anderson pitched one-run ball into the sixth inning, Matt Olson hit one of Atlanta’s three homers and the Braves beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 Saturday.

Trae Young’s 38 points lift Hawks past Cavs for No. 8 playoff seed

Trae Young scored 32 of his 38 points in the second half and the Atlanta Hawks overcame losing center Clint Capela to a knee injury to beat the Cavaliers 107-101 in the play-in on Friday night and earn the Eastern Conference’s No. 8 playoff seed.