General Sports 24-Hour Briefing
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Duke climbed to No. 1 in the AP poll after defeating Michigan. Charles Bediako is seeking court permission to return for Alabama's season finale. Geno Auriemma broke the record for most AP Top 25 appearances as UConn remained unanimous No. 1. The latest poll shows Oklahoma, Iowa and TCU rising while Tennessee fell out completely.
International Cricket
West Indies maintained their perfect T20 World Cup record with a 107-run demolition of Zimbabwe. Shimron Hetmyer smashed 85 after being dropped twice by Zimbabwe's Tashinga Musekiwa. England faces another spin challenge against Pakistan with their World Cup semi-final hopes hanging in the balance.
Winter Olympics Wrap
Team GB returned home from their most successful Winter Games ever with five medals including three golds. Lindsey Vonn revealed she nearly lost her leg in a crash at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The Games concluded with a dazzling ceremony as Italy passed the torch to the French Alps for 2030.
Tennis & Golf
Andy Roddick joined ESPN for Wimbledon and US Open coverage under a multiyear deal. World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul captured her home LPGA Thailand tournament for the first time. Rory Mc Ilroy finished one shot behind winner Jacob Bridgeman at the Genesis Invitational.
Rugby Union
Ireland faces uncertainty with James Lowe doubtful for Wales due to a groin injury. Andy Farrell praised his squad's "huge" potential after their record win over England. France showcased Antoine Dupont's brilliance in their 33-8 victory over Italy. Ronnie O'Sullivan signed up for the World Seniors Championship at Sheffield's Crucible.
Combat Sports
Claressa Shields defended her undisputed heavyweight title with a unanimous decision over Franchon Crews-Dezurn. Kara Braxton, two-time WNBA champion and former Georgia star, died at.
Motorsports
Tyler Reddick became the first driver in 17 years to sweep the first two NASCAR Cup Series races, winning in double overtime at Echo Park Speedway.
Other Sports
Luke Littler won the Poland Darts Open despite Gian van Veen's nine-dart finish in the final. Zhao Xintong claimed the Players Championship with a 10-7 victory over John Higgins. Bristol Bears staged a remarkable comeback from 16 points down to beat Loughborough Lightning 24-21 in Premiership Women's Rugby.
USA Basketball eyes a youth movement for the 2028 Olympics. England faces a daunting summer itinerary with matches against South Africa, Fiji and Argentina. The Mexican Open will proceed despite drug cartel violence concerns.