Netflix co-CEO clarifies streaming giant’s live sports strategy amid NFL lineup expansion, federal scrutiny

Streaming giant Netflix’s push into live sports has ranged from the WWE and Formula 1 to select MLB and NFL games. While the initiative has drawn some criticism, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the strategy is not aimed at securing full-season rights packages for any sports league.

Jason Collins, NBA's first openly gay player, dies of brain tumor

Trailblazing NBA center and former Atlanta Hawk Jason Collins, who made history as the first openly gay active athlete in major North American professional sports, has died at 47 years old.

NBA's Wembanyama avoids suspension after flagrant foul
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LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Associated Press sports writer, Tim Reynolds, as Victor Wembanyama will not be suspended following his first career ejection. Reports indicate that the NBA has decided not to dock the San Antonio Spurs superstar after the flagrant foul he made against Minnesota Timberwolves’ Naz Reid. The incident took place in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals series. ESPN is now reporting that Wembanyama will be available for Game 5 as the series continues. 

FOX Sports teaming up with Harvard to study fandom

Research shows that nearly 90% of Americans identify as fans of a sport or a specific team, with deep implications for communities. But experts say fandom is deeply understudied.

Braves legend Bobby Cox passes away at age 84

Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox, who led the Atlanta Braves to 14 straight division titles and a World Series title, has died at 84.

NCAA expanding March Madness college basketball tournaments to 76 teams in 2027

The NCAA will expand its men's and women's March Madness tournaments to 76 teams each next year, adding more early-round games in the first week without changing the overall tourney format.

Kentucky Derby 2026 winner: Golden Tempo races to historic win for trainer

Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.

Alex Zanardi, former F1 driver turned Paralympic gold medalist, dead at 59

Alex Zanardi, the former F1 driver turned Paralympic gold medalist known for his infectious smile and larger-than-life personality, has died.

Former NBA player Damon Jones pleads guilty in NBA gambling case

Damon Jones on Tuesday was the first person to plead guilty in a gambling probe that resulted in the arrests of over 30 individuals, including mobsters and basketball figures.

Terry Rozier facing more federal charges in NBA gambling scheme

Terry Rozier is facing additional charges connected to an NBA gambling investigation. Last year, Rozier was arrested after he was accused in a scheme of exploiting sensitive information about players to win bets on NBA games.

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby seeks treatment for gambling addiction

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is taking an indefinite leave of absence to enter a treatment program for a gambling addiction. 

Runner finishes London Marathon in under two hours
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LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more after Sabastian Sawe made history in under 2 hours during this weekend’s London Marathon. The Kenyan runner won the marathon in 1 hour, 59 minutes and 30 seconds, breaking the previous men’s record by 65 seconds. "What comes today is not for me alone, but for all of us today in London," Sawe said. LiveNOW is speaking with Jonathan Gault from ‘LetsRun.com’ to help us learn more about the record-breaking runner, who had already won the 2025 London Marathon and 2025 Berlin Marathon. 

World Cup final tickets listed for over $2M on FIFA resale site

Ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup have already drawn criticism, and now resale listings topping $2 million for the final are adding new fuel to the debate.