North American trio beats Morocco to host 2026 World Cup

North America will host the 2026 World Cup after FIFA voters overwhelmingly opted for the financial and logistical certainty of a United States-led bid over a risky Moroccan proposal for the first 48-team tournament.

Dub Dynasty: Warriors sweep Cavs for second straight title

  CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Latest on the NBA Finals from Game 4 (all times local):      11 p.m.      With one last third-quarter onslaught, the Warriors are up big heading to what could be the last 12 minutes of the NBA season.    

Justify wins Belmont to become 13th Triple Crown champ

NEW YORK (AP) - Justify led all the way to win the Belmont Stakes by 1¾ lengths and become horse racing's 13th Triple Crown champion and second in four years. The chestnut colt is the second undefeated colt to sweep the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont, improving to 6-0 in a racing career that began on Feb. 18. Seattle Slew was unbeaten when he won the Triple Crown in 1977.

Washington Capitals return home after Stanley Cup win

The Stanley Cup is officially in Washington, and so is the team that won it. The Washington Capitals have landed at Washington Dulles International Airport late Friday afternoon, and they have brought the Cup with them.

Golden State Warriors beat Cleveland Cavaliers 108-85 in Game 4 for third NBA title in four years

Golden State. Golden still.   Stephen Curry scored 37 points, Kevin Durant added 20 and a triple-double and the Warriors stamped themselves a dynasty after winning their second straight NBA title and third in four years Friday night, 108-85 over the Cleveland Cavaliers to complete a sweep and perhaps drive LeBron James from his home again to chase championships.

Trump may eye Ali pardon, though late champ may not need one

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump said Friday he may pardon the late heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali, who doesn't seem to need one. And for futures acts of clemency, he may seek recommendations from pro football players and other athletes who have protested racial injustice by kneeling during the national anthem.

Terrell Owens won't attend Hall of Fame induction

Terrell Owens always likes being the center of attention. His decision to skip the induction ceremony for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August will keep him far from the spotlight. Owens was voted into the hall in February after being denied in his first two years of eligibility. His announcement Thursday is unprecedented by an enshrinee.