Aussie Semifinals Showdown

Swiatek, Keys set up Aussie semifinals showdown

Iga Swiatek continued her run through the Australian Open on Wednesday, cruising past Emma Navarro to reach the semifinals, where she will meet Madison Keys.

ESPN - 5h

Novak Djokovic Beats Carlos Alcaraz to Reach Australian Open Semifinals

Djokovic, a 10-time Australian Open champion, reconfigured his tactics to secure the victory.

The New York Times - 19h

Brexit fishing row heads for trade court showdown

The UK has banned European vessels from catching the silvery fish species in its North Sea waters but the EU is challenging the move.

BBC News - 2d

A Showdown of Midwestern Football Powerhouses Is Full of Southern Flavor

No SEC teams made the college football national championship game, but players from the region will have a major impact on the outcome.

The New York Times - 2d

Gauff pens 'RIP TikTok' after Aussie Open match

Coco Gauff said she hopes TikTok "comes back" in the U.S. after the federal ban of the popular app took effect Saturday.

ESPN - 2d

Djokovic skips interview over Aussie TV spat

Novak Djokovic declined to do a customary postmatch TV interview at the Australian Open after his win Sunday night to protest comments made on air.

ESPN - 2d

Djokovic, Alcaraz win to set up Aussie showdown

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz will square off again in a Grand Slam after both stars won their fourth-round matches Sunday at the Australian Open.

ESPN - 3d

Alabama makes statement with road win vs. Kentucky in top-10 showdown of nation's highest-scoring teams

The No. 4 Crimson Tide bounces back from loss to Ole Miss by handing the No. 8 Wildcats' their first loss at home

CBS Sports - 3d

Collins booed by Aussie crowd in loss to Keys

Tennis's newest villain, Danielle Collins, was booed and jeered by the Australian Open crowd during her third-round loss to fellow American Madison Keys on Saturday night.

ESPN - 3d

At 38, Monfils stuns Fritz to make Aussie final 16

Gael Monfils rallied from a set down to claim a thrilling 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (1), 6-4 win over American Taylor Fritz in a third-round match at the Australian Open.

ESPN - 3d

Osaka retires from Aussie Open match with injury

After losing the first set 7-6 (3), two-time Australian Open champ Naomi Osaka retired from her third-round match against Belinda Bencic due to injury.

ESPN - 4d

Brazilian teen rolls to upset in Aussie Open debut

Ascendant Joao Fonseca, 18, of Brazil, beat No. 9 seed Andrey Rublev in straight sets in the first round at the Australian Open on Tuesday.

ESPN - Jan. 14

Djokovic, Alcaraz win in 1st round at Aussie Open

Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic move on to the second round of the Australian Open after Djokovic beat American Nishesh Basavareddy 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 and Alcaraz beat Alexander Shevchenko of ...

ESPN - Jan. 13

Bills overwhelm Broncos in second half, move on to showdown with Baltimore

The Broncos scored on their first possession, but Buffalo took control for its fifth straight wild-card win.

ESPN - Jan. 13

Commanders and Eagles win while Bills set up Ravens showdown

The Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles win in the NFL play-offs while the Buffalo Bills set up a mouth-watering match-up in week two.

BBC News - Jan. 13

Bills dominate Broncos, eye Ravens showdown

The Bills will be coming off a commanding performance versus the Broncos when they host the Ravens in the divisional round next weekend.

ESPN - Jan. 12

FA Cup 3rd round: Arsenal-Man Utd showdown; Spurs on upset alert

A look at the matches to watch in England's most prestigious cup competition.

ESPN - Jan. 12

Road to the natty: Sights and sounds from the CFP semifinals

The College Football Playoff semifinals are here. Here are the sights and sounds from the Capital One Orange Bowl between Notre Dame and Penn State.

ESPN - Jan. 10

College Football Playoff: Bettors like Notre Dame and Ohio State in the semifinals

Favorites are 8-0 straight up and 7-1 against the spread through the first two rounds of the CFP.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Djokovic, Alcaraz on path to Aussie quarters clash

Defending champion Jannik Sinner and 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic have landed in opposite sides of the draw for the season's first major, with Carlos Alcaraz in the same quarter as ...

ESPN - Jan. 9

The U.S. Economy Is Stuck in a Showdown Between Trump and the Federal Reserve

The president-elect wants lower interest rates but Jerome Powell sees them staying high.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Tyreek Hill's apparent refusal to play could trigger a contract showdown

The Dolphins face a potential contract mess involving their best player.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Thunder extend winning streak to 15 with dominant victory over Celtics as showdown with Cavaliers looms

Oklahoma City will play Cleveland for sole possession of the league's longest winning streak on Wednesday

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Kings Pacific Showdown: Coaches and Outlook

The Los Angeles Kings found balance with Todd McLellan, who was hired before the 2019-20 season and coached for five seasons. Under his leadership, the team made its first playoff appearance since ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5

Vikes buy 1,900 tickets for Ford Field showdown

The Vikings purchased roughly 1,900 tickets for Sunday's winner-take-all NFC North matchup against the Lions, then offered them to team-based stakeholders.

ESPN - Jan. 5

USMNT star Christian Pulisic scores vs. Juventus, helps secure Milan Derby showdown in Italian Supercup final

AC Milan will face Inter on Monday in the Supercoppa Italiana final in Saudi Arabia

CBS Sports - Jan. 4

The 12-Team College Football Playoff Is Down to 4. How Do the Semifinals Look?

Penn State-Notre Dame and Ohio State-Texas could deliver two heavyweight fights with plenty of star power.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

NBA Power Rankings: Knicks surging ahead of showdown vs. Thunder, Lakers climbing as LeBron turns 40

Elsewhere, the Cavs might be the best No. 2 team in the history of Power Rankings

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

Notre Dame Reaches the College Football Playoff Semifinals

Stellar defense from the Fighting Irish helped secure a 23-10 victory over Georgia and a date with Penn State in the Orange Bowl on Jan. 9.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Irish shut down Georgia to reach CFP semifinals

Carried by its defense and special teams, Notre Dame made enough big plays to topple No. 2 Georgia 23-10 in the Sugar Bowl and reach the semifinals of the College Football Playoff.

ESPN - Jan. 2

Notre Dame vs. Penn State odds: 2025 Orange Bowl spread, preview for College Football Playoff semifinal game

The Fighting Irish and Nittany Lions will meet with a spot in the national championship game on the line

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

Notre Dame wins Sugar Bowl to reach CFP semifinals

The Fighting Irish rolled past Georgia to end their 31-year major bowl losing skid, setting up a showdown vs. Penn State in next week's Orange Bowl.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

No. 6 Ohio State routs top-ranked Oregon 41-21 in the Rose Bowl, advances to CFP semifinals

No. 6 Ohio State roared into the College Football Playoff semifinals with a 41-21 victory over No. 1 Oregon in the 111th Rose Bowl

ABC News - Jan. 1

Ohio State vs. Texas odds: 2025 Cotton Bowl spread, preview for College Football Playoff semifinal game

The Buckeyes and Longhorns will meet with a spot in the national championship game on the line

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Chiefs make decision on resting players for Week 18 showdown vs. Broncos

One fan base certainly won't be happy with this decision

CBS Sports - Jan. 1

Penn State Reaches the Playoff Semifinals After Defeating Boise State 31-14

The Nittany Lions will face the winner of Notre Dame-Georgia in the Sugar Bowl.

The New York Times - Jan. 1

Joey Porter Jr. injury update: Steelers expected to get CB back for Week 18 showdown vs. Bengals

This addition should play a big role in Saturday's outcome

CBS Sports - Jan. 1

No. 6 Penn State first team to punch its ticket to CFP semifinals

The Nittany Lions were successful at stifling Boise State star Ashton Jeanty all night, even keeping him from setting a new rushing record.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1

Showdown over House Speaker after Trump endorses Johnson

Even though President-elect Trump has endorsed him, House Speaker Mike Johnson faces a showdown over whether he will continue in the role. A vote is scheduled in the House on Friday. NBC News' Gabe ...

NBC News - Dec. 31

Fiesta Bowl score, results: Penn State takes care of business against Boise State to advance to CFP semifinals

Penn State is a win away from the national title game.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 31

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