Brittney Griner’s release celebrated by basketball world

“It’s been a long, horrible ordeal and we really look forward to her return and hearing her voice,” WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said. FORT WORTH, Texas — Brittney Griner’s loved ones and extended basketball family were ecstatic when news broke Thursday about her release from a Russian prison and that she was on her way … Read more

Ronaldo loses Portugal spot to sully World Cup journey

It was one of Portugal’s greatest wins and yet it felt like Ronaldo could hardly get off the field quick enough, leaving as his teammates continued to party. DOHA, Qatar — So, the dream is still alive for Cristiano Ronaldo. Soccer’s most prolific modern-day scorer might yet, at the age of 37 and probably playing … Read more