Kentucky State University women's basketball center Amina Seck shoots a ball on the women's college basketball court.

Kentucky State Center Detained by ICE Released After 2 Months

Kentucky State women's basketball center Aminata Seck was released from ICE custody on $2,500 bond after being detained for two months.

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Mirra Andreeva in action against Ekaterina Alexandrova in the quarter-final on Day 9 of the China Open at National Tennis Center.

Mirra Andreeva Notches 1st Win Over Ekaterina Alexandrova, Reaches Beijing Semifinals

Elena Rybakina in action during her final match against Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka.

Elena Rybakina Leads Deep Pan Pacific Open Field in Tokyo

A general view of the start line as runners compete in the 2023 Chicago Marathon at Grant Park on October 08, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois.

USA Track & Field Marathon Championships Coming to Chicago in 2027

Brianna Turner #11 of the Indiana Fever run on to the court before Game 3 of the WNBA Playoffs semifinals against the Las Vegas Aces on September 26, 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Brianna Turner Claps Back Against Indiana Fever GM Amber Cox's Fan Defense

New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) walks on the court during the first half at Wintrust Arena.

Breanna Stewart Says She's Coming for Sue Bird's WNBA Records

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ESPN sideline reporter Holly Rowe talks to Atlanta Dream guard Jordin Canada (3) after a victory over the New York Liberty in game one of the second round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.

WNBA Semifinal Openers Draw Record Viewership During NFL Sunday

WNBA playoffs viewership jumped 10% year-over-year for Sunday's semifinal doubleheader, averaging 1.15 million viewers opposite NFL coverage.

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WNBA

Atlanta Dream forward DeWanna Bonner (24) attempts a shot against New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) during the first quarter during game two of the second round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.

Atlanta Dream Outlasts Liberty in OT, Sprint to 2-0 Semifinal Lead

Gabby Williams #1 of the Golden State Valkyries scores a three during Game Two of the WNBA Playoff Semifinals against the Las Vegas Aces on October 7, 2026 at Chase Center in San Francisco, CA.

Golden State Holds Off Las Vegas, Moves Within 1 Win of WNBA Finals

Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) fouls Golden State Valkyries guard Tiffany Hayes (15) as she drives to the basket during the second quarter of game one of the second round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs at Chase Center.

Banged-Up Aces Eye Game 2 Comeback Against Valkyries

Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray (15) adjusts the tape on her fingers against the New York Liberty in the second quarter during game one of the second round for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.

Without Injured Allisha Gray, Dream Shoots for 2-0 Semifinal Lead Over Liberty

NWSL

Angel City FC midfielder Taylor Suarez (99) celebrates her goal during the second half against the Gotham FC at Sports Illustrated Stadium.

Angel City's Stoppage-Time Goal Salvages 1-1 Draw Against Gotham FC

Angel City FC settled for a 1-1 draw with Gotham FC after Taylor Suarez scored in stoppage time, extending the club's NWSL unbeaten streak.

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NWSL

Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman (2) advances the ball during the first half of a game against the Houston Dash at Shell Energy Stadium.

Washington Spirit Holds Off Houston Dash 3-2 in NWSL Standings Push

Debinha #99 of Kansas City Current celebrates scoring her team's second goal during the NWSL match between Kansas City Current and Bay FC.

Debinha's Hat Trick Powers Kansas City Current Past Bay FC

Kailen Sheridan #1 of the North Carolina Courage leads a huddle during the NWSL match between Utah Royals and North Carolina Courage at America First Field on September 27, 2026.

North Carolina Courage Look to Rebound in Mid-Table NWSL Clash

Jess Fishlock #10 of Seattle Reign FC celebrates scoring her team's first goal during the NWSL match between Seattle Reign and Boston Legacy FC at Lumen Field on September 25, 2026.

Jess Fishlock Breaks Megan Rapinoe's All-Time Seattle Reign Scoring Record

WTA

Elina Svitolina of Ukraine returns a shot in the Women's Singles Round of 16 match against Ann Li of the United States on day eight of China Open.

Elina Svitolina Cruises Past Ann Li to Reach Beijing Quarterfinals

Elina Svitolina beat Ann Li 6-2, 6-3 at the 2026 China Open in Beijing, scoring her 29th WTA 1000 quarterfinal appearance.

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WTA

USA's Coco Gauff reacts during her women's singles match against Belgium's Elise Mertens at the China Open.

Coco Gauff Withdraws from Wuhan Open After 'Draining' Week in Beijing, Racist DMs

Qinwen Zheng of China in action against Alina Charaeva of Armenia in the fourth round on Day 8 of the China Open at National Tennis Center.

Qinwen Zheng Battles Past Alina Charaeva, Reaches Quarterfinals in Beijing

Iga Swiatek of Poland in action against Iva Jovic of the United States in the fourth round on Day 8 of the China Open at National Tennis Center.

Iga Świątek Ties Serena Williams's Record After Beating Iva Jovic in Beijing

Coco Gauff of the United States reacts against Elise Mertens of Belgium during Women's Singles Round of 16 match on day eight of China Open at the National Tennis Center.

Coco Gauff Nearly Passes Out in China Open Loss to Elise Mertens

USWNT

Emma Hayes, Chelsea Team Up to Address Naomi Girma's Calf Injury

US Soccer and Chelsea are revamping USWNT Naomi Girma's fitness plan after another calf injury sidelined her from upcoming friendlies.

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USWNT

USWNT Camp Kicks Off at New Atlanta Training Center

Jaelin Howell of the United States looks to the ball during USWNT training at the training fields on November 25, 2025 in Championsgate, Florida.

USWNT Calls Up Jaelin Howell, Kate Del Fava for Spain Friendlies

Naomi Girma #4 of the United States looks on in the second half against Japan at PayPal Park on April 11, 2026 in San Jose, California.

USWNT Star Naomi Girma Ruled Out for Spain Friendlies with Muscle Injury

United States defender Naomi Girma (4) in action against Colombia during the first half at Sports Illustrated Stadium.

Naomi Girma, Olivia Miles, and Alexandra Eala Land on 2026 TIME100 Next List