Sports

A Brief Guide to Cricket Terms, From Beamer to Wicket

With the Cricket World Cup underway in Australia and New Zealand, here is a quick look at a small fraction of the marvelously weird...

Troubles Mount for Kurt Busch, Accused of Domestic Assault

A protective order requiring Busch to stay away from his former girlfriend was granted, and Nascar could discipline him if he is charged with...

Amar’e Stoudemire’s Time With Knicks Done After Buyout

The veteran forward was waived after requesting that the Knicks buy out the remainder of his contract, which was set to expire after this...

Anthony Bosch, Clinic Owner in Doping Scandal, Sentenced to Four Years

Prosecutors said Bosch, whose Florida clinic supplied performance-enhancing substances to athletes, could have his sentence reduced through further cooperation.

Essay: Behind the Scenes at Westminster Show, the Dogs Can Be Dogs

A reporter recalls his nearly 15 years of covering the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, its sometimes playful contestants and the occasional celebrity owner.

Global Soccer: Bradford City Making Another Magical Run

The third-tier English club, which rebounded from a fatal stadium fire that killed 56 three decades ago, keeps on advancing in the F.A. Cup.

Sports of The Times: Lance Armstrong’s Ugly Detour From Road to Redemption

Armstrong's blueprint to win back public trust — by admitting his wrongs and showing contrition — didn't last long.

Forget Barefoot; New Trendsetter in Running Shoes Is Cushioning

Some dismiss maximalist shoes as gimmicky or silly-looking. Others, from injury-prone joggers to Olympians, are converts. ...read more

Chongli Journal: Shortage of Snow Aside, China Jumps Into Bid for 2022 Winter Games

With Kazakhstan as its only competition, Beijing stands to follow up its 2008 Summer Games with a new chance at spotlighting its wealth and...