Sex Toy incident raises s
Sex Toy incident raises safety concerns in WNBA game involving Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham

Wed, 06 Aug 2025

By TOI World Desk

A WNBA game between Indiana Fever and Los Angeles Sparks faced disruption. A sex toy was thrown onto the court near player Sophie Cunningham. This incident raised concerns about player safety. Coach Lynne Roberts called the act dangerous and stupid. The WNBA condemned the act. The league reiterated its commitment to safety.

A WNBA game between Indiana Fever and Los Angeles Sparks faced disruption. A sex toy was thrown onto the court near player Sophie Cunningham. This incident raised concerns about player safety. Coach Lynne Roberts called the act dangerous and stupid. The WNBA condemned the act. The league reiterated its commitment to safety.

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. hits
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. hits the fastest home run in MLB history off a 103.9 mph pitch

Wed, 06 Aug 2025

By TOI World Desk

Lourdes Gurriel Junior made MLB history. He hit a home run off a 103.9 mph fastball. Mason Miller threw the pitch. It was the fastest pitch ever hit for a home run since 2008. Gurriel hit two home runs in the game. However, the Padres beat the Diamondbacks in extra innings. Miller was recently traded to San Diego.

Lourdes Gurriel Junior made MLB history. He hit a home run off a 103.9 mph fastball. Mason Miller threw the pitch. It was the fastest pitch ever hit for a home run since 2008. Gurriel hit two home runs in the game. However, the Padres beat the Diamondbacks in extra innings. Miller was recently traded to San Diego.

Cal Raleigh's historic se
Cal Raleigh's historic season: The rising offensive impact of MLB catchers

Tue, 05 Aug 2025

By TOI World Desk

Cal Raleigh is having a great season. He is hitting many home runs. This is part of a trend. Catchers across Major League Baseball are hitting better. Raleigh's performance helps his team. Other catchers like Will Smith and Salvador Perez are also contributing. A new catching stance may be helping. Raleigh is important for his team's playoff chances.

Cal Raleigh is having a great season. He is hitting many home runs. This is part of a trend. Catchers across Major League Baseball are hitting better. Raleigh's performance helps his team. Other catchers like Will Smith and Salvador Perez are also contributing. A new catching stance may be helping. Raleigh is important for his team's playoff chances.

NCAA confirms no expansio
NCAA confirms no expansion for basketball tournaments in 2026, considers options for 2027

Tue, 05 Aug 2025

By TOI World Desk

The NCAA has decided against expanding the men's and women's basketball tournaments for the 2026 season, maintaining the current 68-team format. However, discussions are ongoing regarding a potential expansion to 72 or 76 teams for the 2027 tournaments and beyond. While NCAA President Charlie Baker supports expansion for inclusivity, coaches and conference leaders remain divided on the issue.

The NCAA has decided against expanding the men's and women's basketball tournaments for the 2026 season, maintaining the current 68-team format. However, discussions are ongoing regarding a potential expansion to 72 or 76 teams for the 2027 tournaments and beyond. While NCAA President Charlie Baker supports expansion for inclusivity, coaches and conference leaders remain divided on the issue.

San Antonio Spurs sign De
San Antonio Spurs sign De’Aaron Fox to $228 million contract extension

Tue, 05 Aug 2025

By TOI World Desk

The San Antonio Spurs have locked in De'Aaron Fox with a massive four-year, $228 million extension, solidifying his role alongside Victor Wembanyama. Fox, acquired last season from Sacramento, averaged 19.7 points in his brief Spurs stint. Despite a season-ending injury, the Spurs are banking on Fox's dynamic playmaking to spearhead their resurgence.

The San Antonio Spurs have locked in De'Aaron Fox with a massive four-year, $228 million extension, solidifying his role alongside Victor Wembanyama. Fox, acquired last season from Sacramento, averaged 19.7 points in his brief Spurs stint. Despite a season-ending injury, the Spurs are banking on Fox's dynamic playmaking to spearhead their resurgence.

Shedeur Sanders focuses o
Shedeur Sanders focuses on the NFL rookie season amid his father's cancer battle

Tue, 05 Aug 2025

By TOI World Desk

Shedeur Sanders is preparing for his first NFL season with the Cleveland Browns. His father, Deion Sanders, is battling cancer. Deion had bladder removal surgery. Shedeur focuses on football, as his father wishes. He was drafted in the fifth round. The Browns are easing him into the NFL. He is determined to prove himself. He does not want distractions.

Shedeur Sanders is preparing for his first NFL season with the Cleveland Browns. His father, Deion Sanders, is battling cancer. Deion had bladder removal surgery. Shedeur focuses on football, as his father wishes. He was drafted in the fifth round. The Browns are easing him into the NFL. He is determined to prove himself. He does not want distractions.

Saquon Barkley rejects in
Saquon Barkley rejects invitation to Trump's Sports Council amid scheduling conflicts

Tue, 05 Aug 2025

By TOI World Desk

Saquon Barkley, the Philadelphia Eagles' star running back, has declined an invitation to join former President Donald Trump's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, citing scheduling conflicts and a lack of familiarity with the initiative. Barkley's decision comes after his previous appearances with Trump sparked debate, with the player emphasizing respect for the office over partisanship.

Saquon Barkley, the Philadelphia Eagles' star running back, has declined an invitation to join former President Donald Trump's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, citing scheduling conflicts and a lack of familiarity with the initiative. Barkley's decision comes after his previous appearances with Trump sparked debate, with the player emphasizing respect for the office over partisanship.

Aaron Judge returns to th
Aaron Judge returns to the Yankees lineup after elbow injury

Tue, 05 Aug 2025

By TOI World Desk

Aaron Judge is making a comeback to the New York Yankees lineup on Tuesday. He was out due to an elbow injury. Judge will be the designated hitter. The Yankees have lost four games. The team hopes his return will improve their performance. Austin Slater is going to the injured list. Giancarlo Stanton will not play outfield.

Aaron Judge is making a comeback to the New York Yankees lineup on Tuesday. He was out due to an elbow injury. Judge will be the designated hitter. The Yankees have lost four games. The team hopes his return will improve their performance. Austin Slater is going to the injured list. Giancarlo Stanton will not play outfield.

Dodgers activate Max Munc
Dodgers activate Max Muncy from injured list as Tommy Edman heads to the IL

Tue, 05 Aug 2025

By TOI World Desk

Los Angeles Dodgers made roster changes. Max Muncy is back from injury. Tommy Edman is now on the injured list due to an ankle issue. Muncy played against the St. Louis Cardinals. Edman's return timeline is unclear. Kiké Hernández is still recovering. Hyeseong Kim and Tanner Scott are nearing their returns. Roki Sasaki might start a rehab assignment soon.

Los Angeles Dodgers made roster changes. Max Muncy is back from injury. Tommy Edman is now on the injured list due to an ankle issue. Muncy played against the St. Louis Cardinals. Edman's return timeline is unclear. Kiké Hernández is still recovering. Hyeseong Kim and Tanner Scott are nearing their returns. Roki Sasaki might start a rehab assignment soon.

Is Justin Fields' injury
Is Justin Fields' injury a sign of trouble for the Jets' season?

Thu, 24 Jul 2025

By TOI World Desk

Justin Fields, the Jets quarterback, got injured during training. He hurt his toe and needed a cart to leave the field. The incident happened during team practice. Coach Aaron Glenn thinks someone stepped on Fields' foot. Tyrod Taylor, the backup, took over practice. The Jets might look for another quarterback if Fields is out for long.

Justin Fields, the Jets quarterback, got injured during training. He hurt his toe and needed a cart to leave the field. The incident happened during team practice. Coach Aaron Glenn thinks someone stepped on Fields' foot. Tyrod Taylor, the backup, took over practice. The Jets might look for another quarterback if Fields is out for long.

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