A Squash Mystery in Egypt: Is There Something in the Nile?

As the women’s world championships unfolded next to the Great Pyramid of Giza, it was time to figure out how one country came to dominate squash. Press Release Distribution Service

Marathon Training for Aging Dummies

So this 65-year-old sportswriter decided to train for a marathon. His knees wanted to call an Uber. Press Release Distribution Service

The Sixers May Make Other Teams Wish They Were a Little Bit Taller

The last decade has seen the N.B.A. become more of a finesse league. But Philadelphia is trying to turn back the clock, with big men leading the way. Press Release Distribution Service

Eddie Jones Has England Rugby Right Where He Wants It

The tempestuous and successful coach will lead England against South Africa in Saturday’s Rugby World Cup final. Press Release Distribution Service

N.B.A. Suspends Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns 2 Games for Fighting

The league said the players’ “continued escalation” after the game — their taunts on social media — had factored into the punishment. Press Release Distribution Service

Mets Hire Carlos Beltran as Their New Manager

The former All-Star outfielder replaces Mickey Callaway, who was fired in October after two seasons at Citi Field. Press Release Distribution Service

The ugly, gory, bloody secret life of NHL dentists

Broken teeth, smashed jaws, torn lips and slashed tongues: NHL team dentists repair carnage that is more commonly seen in battle. Here’s why they’re the unsung heroes of the sports world. Press Release Distribution Service

McGregor fined, avoids jail for hitting man at bar

UFC star Conor McGregor was fined and avoided jail time after pleading guilty to punching a man in the face at the Marble Arch Pub in Dublin on April 6. Press Release Distribution Service

Cavs sign GM Altman to long-term extension

Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman has signed a long-term contract extension, the team announced Friday. Press Release Distribution Service

Nationals going to White House on Monday

The Nationals will be the third World Series-winning team to visit President Trump, joining the 2017 Astros and 2018 Red Sox. Press Release Distribution Service

Malone rips Nuggets: ‘We’re a great talk team’

Head coach Mike Malone went off on the Nuggets’ “embarrassing” effort in a 122-107 loss to the Pelicans on Thursday night and challenged his players to do more than talk about being a title contender. “Don’t tell me about it, show me,” he said. Press Release Distribution Service

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NCAA coaches’ salaries        Press Release Distribution Service

Report: Stephen Strasburg’s opt-out deadline creates awkward timing with World Series parade

Stephen Strasburg’s opt-out deadline is noon Saturday, two hours before the Washington Nationals’ World Series parade.        Press Release Distribution Service

Breeders’ Cup horse named Covfefe trolls President Trump

Covfefe, named after the infamous Twitter gaffe by President Trump, is set to race Saturday at the Breeders’ Cup.        Press Release Distribution Service

No hard feelings, Nationals fans: Trump to host winning World Series team at White House

Donald Trump will host the World Series winning Nationals at the White House Monday, despite the cold reception he received from fans during Game 5.        Press Release Distribution Service

Bold predictions for Week 10 in college football

Expect the unexpected in college football each weekend. USA TODAY experts weigh in with their bold predictions for Week 10 of the season.        Press Release Distribution Service

Big money

See NCAA coach salaries        Press Release Distribution Service

Top 100 players

Who is NFL’s best ever?        Press Release Distribution Service

World Series rings

All the bling since ’96        Press Release Distribution Service

Newsletter

Exclusive NFL analysis        Press Release Distribution Service

Opinion: Separating NFL’s pretenders from contenders at midseason

Midway through the season, the NFL’s better teams have begun to distinguish themselves. A look at the pretenders, contenders and potential X-factors.        Press Release Distribution Service

Nuggets coach Mike Malone shreds team’s effort in loss at Pelicans: ‘We’re a great talk team’

Following a road loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday, Nuggets coach Mike Malone said “we have a great talk team … it’s all (expletive).”        Press Release Distribution Service

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