Tony Romo pleaded no contest to a Wisconsin operating while intoxicated charge and said he is taking responsibility for the incident. CBS has placed him on leave from its lead NFL broadcast team while JJ Watt fills his role.
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Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina’s national team after two decades, six World Cups and a 2022 title. The 39-year-old said the decision still hurts but that “the time has come.”
Airlink says two passenger jets that flew less than 50 feet above Cape Town’s DHL Stadium were operated safely after careful planning and official approval. The flyover thrilled many rugby fans but drew criticism over the risks of sending airliners so low over a packed venue.
William Jewell College running back MicahJo Barnett died after a sideline medical emergency during the school’s season opener against Fort Lewis College. The junior from Liberty, Missouri, had scored the game’s only touchdown before play was halted.
The NFL is ending the Pro Bowl as an event after 75 years, while continuing to select and honor 88 players each season. The league also will stop naming alternates, limiting the Pro Bowl designation to the original roster.
A new study found that at least 25% of former NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE. Researchers said the true prevalence is likely higher, while the NFL said it continues efforts to reduce concussions and head impacts.
Kyle Kirkwood won the first Freedom 250 Grand Prix, a 147-lap IndyCar race through central Washington tied to U.S. 250th anniversary celebrations. The event drew large crowds, major sponsors and disruptions across the capital.
President Donald Trump opened the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C., waving the green flag after a ceremonial lap with first lady Melania Trump. The IndyCar race sent 25 drivers through a 250-mile course past national landmarks as part of celebrations for America’s 250th birthday.