A new fan learns a brutal sport

Alexander Zverev prevailed in four sets, keeping alive a two-decade drought for Americans at the U.S. Open. But Shelton, brash and powerful, was the event’s breakout star.

Alexandra Eala, the first player from the Philippines to advance past the opening round of a Grand Slam, has been drawing Filipinos to her matches around the world.

At only 21, the tennis phenom Alex Eala is likely already the best-ever player from Southeast Asia. Now she is seeking her first Grand Slam title at this summer’s U.S. Open.

At only 21, the tennis phenom Alex Eala is likely already the best-ever player from Southeast Asia. Now she is seeking her first Grand Slam title at this summer’s U.S. Open.

At only 21, the tennis phenom Alex Eala is likely already the best-ever player from Southeast Asia. Now she is seeking her first Grand Slam title at this summer’s U.S. Open.

For fans trying to get last-minute tickets to the most expensive soccer match in history, a crowded market tested their devotion — and their bank accounts.

For fans trying to get last-minute tickets to the most expensive soccer match in history, a crowded market tested their devotion — and their bank accounts.

Ahead of the Sunday showdown, England fans were anxious about coming to Mexico. What they encountered was a soccer lover’s paradise inhabited by kindred spirits.

Ahead of its co-hosting duties, the U.S. imposed strict travel restrictions on dozens of countries, including four participating in the tournament. Here’s what millions of visiting soccer fans encount...

Ahead of the Sunday showdown, England fans were anxious about coming to Mexico. What they encountered was a soccer lover’s paradise inhabited by kindred spirits.

Ahead of its co-hosting duties, the U.S. imposed strict travel restrictions on dozens of countries, including four participating in the tournament. Here’s what millions of visiting soccer fans encount...

Journeymen goalkeepers from African and Caribbean nations are becoming the breakout stars of this year’s tournament, standing strong against richer nations’ teams.

After going broke on tickets, there’s only one way for these fans to save a buck: cheap (and greasy) eats.

The archipelago of Cape Verde may be small, but the love for beach soccer is mighty—and this World Cup, the country will finally get to show off its skills.

New York’s unlikely title run fueled epic celebrations, sky-high ticket prices and celebrities galore. Now comes the real party.

A Japan travelog

Fans of the Knicks and Arsenal have long experienced disappointment. They finally have reasons to cheer.

For much of Wednesday night, it seemed the Knicks were suddenly cursed again. Then the team, and the city, roared to life.

For much of Wednesday night, it seemed the Knicks were suddenly cursed again. Then the team, and the city, roared to life.

The FIFA World Cup 2026, co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, is the largest in history and first to be co-organized by three countries. Yet for international fans, ever stricter U.S. i...

It’s a grand tradition that spans generations. But how will Knicks fans turn the Spurs’ lovable star into a villain?

Going into the 2026 World Cup qualifying process, no former champion had ever failed to qualify three straight times. Italy is now the first, and some have theorized that the country’s immigration pol...

Going into the 2026 World Cup qualifying process, no former champion had ever failed to qualify three straight times. Italy is now the first, and some have theorized that the country’s immigration pol...

Going into the 2026 World Cup qualifying process, no former champion had ever failed to qualify three straight times. Italy is now the first, and some have theorized that the country’s immigration policies could be to blame.

The archipelago of Cape Verde may be small, but the love for beach soccer is mighty—and this World Cup, the country will finally get to show off its skills.

Fans of the Knicks and Arsenal have long experienced disappointment. They finally have reasons to cheer.

Fans of the Knicks and Arsenal have long experienced disappointment. They finally have reasons to cheer.