General Sports 3d Briefing
×College Sports & Coaching
College football coaching legend Holtz dies at 89 espn.com after a storied career that included leading Notre Dame to a national championship in 1988. His quick wit and program rebuilding expertise made him one of the sport's most respected figures. Meanwhile, Hurley's ASU upsets Kansas in possible send-off espn.com as Arizona State coach Bobby Hurley tried to keep focus on his players after an upset win over No. 14 Kansas in what could be his final home game with the Sun Devils.
Basketball & Championships
Duke No. 1 in men's AP poll for record 149th time espn.com as the Blue Devils take the top spot for the second straight week. Arizona wins Big; Lloyd calls out 'soft' narrative espn.com after No. 2 Arizona clinched the outright Big 12 regular-season title with a 73-57 win over No. 6 Iowa State. UConn finishes off perfect 31-0 regular season espn.com positioning itself nine wins from repeating as national champion. Plum: WNBA's CBA offer is 'win,' but talks go on espn.com as Kelsey Plum said the league's proposal to the WNBPA is a significant win, but negotiations should continue.
Winter Sports & Paralympics
GB wheelchair curlers lose Winter Paralympics opener bbc.com as Great Britain's Jo Butterfield and Jason Kean fell 10-7 to Estonia in their wheelchair curling opener in Cortina. Fitzpatrick eyes glory after 'rollercoaster' year bbc.com as Welsh Para-alpine skier Menna Fitzpatrick says it feels "really special" to be at her third Winter Paralympic games. Ski duo named GB's Winter Paralympics flagbearers bbc.com as skiing duo Menna Fitzpatrick and Scott Meenagh will carry the flag at the opening ceremony.
International Rugby & Soccer
Timoney starts as Ireland make five changes for Wales bbc.com as Nick Timoney is handed his first Six Nations start. Ireland wary but focused before Wales challenge bbc.com as Ireland forwards coach Paul O'Connell insists they won't be distracted by Wales being rank outsiders. Scotland v France will 'be fun from one to 80' bbc.com as Scotland face unbeaten France in the Six Nations. Boozer, Duke 'show fight' in securing ACC title espn.com as star freshman Cameron Boozer and top-ranked Duke overwhelmed NC State to clinch the outright ACC regular-season title.
Motor Sports & Racing
Tyler Reddick wins 3rd straight to make NASCAR history espn.com as Reddick became the first driver in NASCAR Cup Series history to win the first three races of the season. Australian Grand Prix: Does winning first race of F1's new era guarantee title? espn.com as Formula 1 enters what is arguably its biggest-ever rules shake-up. Has Aston Martin's F1 super team turned into a disaster team? espn.com as Fernando Alonso described the team as the "team of the future" but it heads to Australia in disarray.
Player News & Transfers
Aryna Sabalenka announces her engagement to Georgios Frangulis espn.com with congratulations pouring in from players like Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. Kaiya Wynn leaves Lady Vols; senior day 'breaking point' espn.com as the Tennessee women's basketball reserve guard called what she felt was a slight on senior day a "breaking point." Chad Baker-Mazara no longer with USC espn.com a day after leaving the Trojans' loss to Nebraska.
Controversies & Issues
Anthony Watson 'cheated' Lions concussion test in 2017 bbc.com revealing he memorized answers to circumvent head injury protocol during the 2017 series in New Zealand. Jamie George on rugby's concussion issue bbc.com saying the sport's relationship with head injuries has changed dramatically during his career. Wynn leaves Lady Vols; senior day 'breaking point' highlights ongoing issues with player treatment and mental health in college sports.
Tournament Updates
NCAA tourneys to require player availability info espn.com as teams must submit initial availability reports the night before games and provide updates two hours prior to tipoff. Process over perfection: How UConn prepared to chase its third title in four years espn.com as the Huskies aim to overcome pressure of expectation. Power Rankings: How Champ Week can help or hurt the top teams espn.com as teams have one last chance to improve their projected seed.
Other Notable Sports
How to bet the Arnold Palmer Invitational espn.com as the PGA Tour heads to Bay Hill Club and Lodge where length off the tee and controlled iron play is at a premium. Echavarria wins Cognizant after Lowry collapse espn.com as Nico Echavarria shot a 5-under 66 to win at PGA National. Reddick wins 3rd straight to make NASCAR history creating a historic moment in racing.