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Tom Watson: ‘The only regret I have is that it’s the end’
Watson He’s melancholy that such a big part of his life is winding down, yet there’s an immense sense of pride in what he’s accomplished. He’s realistic that it’s the…
Demaryius Thomas signs five-year, $70 million contract with Denver Broncos
Broncos agree to record deal with Thomas
Demaryius Thomas sees his mother’s prison sentence commuted by Barack Obama
Broncos’ WR will reunite with mother
Froome grabs firm hold of first as the Tour de France enters the mountains
Leader adds more than 2 minutes in the Pyrenees
Tiger awaits St. Andrews test at British Open Championship
Woods insists he’s not ‘buried and done’
Tour de France at a glance
Britain’s Christopher Froome grew his lead from 12 seconds to 2:52 after Stage 10.Christope Ena/Associated Press Stage: A 104-mile course from Tarbes to La Pierre-Saint-Martin, the first of three days…
U.S. roster will look different for Gold Cup knockout stages
Klinsmann alters U.S. roster for knockout rounds
Todd Wells wins Boston Rebellion ProXCT
Durango’s Wells claims win before MTB National Championships
Mike Trout carries American League to MLB All-Star Game win
Angels’ slugger wins a historic All-Star MVP
U.S., Panama play to 1-1 draw in CONCACAF Gold Cup
Michael Bradley (4), who had the U.S.’s lone goal, and teammates John Brooks (6) and Ventura Alvarado (13) block a penalty kick by Panama midfielder Gabriel Gomez during the first…
Reds’ Todd Frazier wins All-Star Home Run Derby in home park
The Reds’ Todd Frazier was right at home in the Home Run Derby on Monday in Cincinnati.Jeff Roberson/Associated Press Pressure? Sure didn’t show it. The Reds third baseman became only…
Boulder man sets Appalachian Trail record on 2,189-mile run
Scott Jurek of Boulder was a man on a mission, climbing to the summit of Mount Katahdin in Maine on Sunday and completing the Appalachian Trail in record time.Luis Escobar/Associated…
O’Meara, Davies part of class inducted into Hall
Laura Davies was a presence at the U.S. Women’s Open over the weekend, as she has been her entire career. And although she wasn’t present at Monday’s World Golf Hall…
Basso withdrawal could mean tough climb for teammate
Italy’s Ivan Basso was in competition mode Sunday in the Tour de France. But on Monday, he announced he was dropping out after doctors found a tumor in his left…
Spieth arrives at St. Andrews, resuming Grand Slam quest
Few would bet against Jordan Spieth these days. Still, the odds are against him as he practices Monday for this week’s British Open at St. Andrews, Scotland.Peter Morrison/Associated Press There…
Bourdais dominates late to win at Milwaukee Mile
Sebastien Bourdais was the front-runner for much of Sunday’s IndyCar Series auto race at the Milwaukee Mile in West Allis, Wis.Jeffrey Phelps/Associated Press Bourdais was dominating before the caution flag…
South Korea’s In Gee Chun wins U.S. Women’s Open
In Gee Chun rallied, and eventually ruled, in the U.S. Women’s Open on Sunday.Gene J. Puskar/Associated Press The 20-year-old Chun shot a 4-under 66 in the final round and finished…
Spieth beats Gillis in playoff, wins John Deere Classic
Jordan Spieth celebrates after winning the John Deere Classic on Sunday.Charles Rex Arbogast/Associated Press The 46-year-old Gillis, who was attempting to become the oldest first-time winner on the PGA Tour…
Star power
Troy Tulowitzki was a big hit for the Rockies again Sunday, hitting a three-run homer and running his streak of reaching base to 38 consecutive games, tied for fourth in…
An early start on a major test at St. Andrews
Tiger Woods gets in the swing of things Sunday ahead of the British Open later this week at St. Andrews.Peter Morrison/Associated Press They just weren’t on the same hole. Hahn…
Homegrown catcher leads U.S. over World 10-1 in Futures Game
In the ballpark where he dreamed of playing, the United States’ Kyle Schwarber got the hit that put his team ahead to stay Sunday in the All-Star Futures Game.John Minchillo/Associated…
Tour leader Froome confident heading to Pyrenees mountains
Christopher Froome, right, kept a hold on the overall leader’s yellow jersey Sunday during the ninth stage of the Tour de France.Peter Dejong/Associated Press The British rider, seeking his second…
Djokovic beats Federer for 3rd Wimbledon title, 9th major
A common sight in men’s tennis in recent years – Novak Djokovic celebrating a major title after defeating Roger Federer on Sunday at Wimbledon.Alastair Grant/Associated Press Two points later, Djokovic…
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Kyle Busch wins second race since return from leg injury SPARTA, Ky. – Kyle Busch outdueled Joey Logano late to win the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race Saturday night at…
CarGo continues hot streak with homer, walkoff
Carlos Gonzalez contnued his hot streak with an early home run and a late game-winning single.Joe Mahoney/Associated Press Misfortune hit the Braves at the outset of the Rockies’ late rally.…
Hardrock 100 builds a strong sense of family
The Hardrock 100 is one of the most enduring races of its kind in the world. Superstar athletes celebrate its “ambiance.”Steve Lewis/Durango Herald Dale Garland has put on the Super…
Tour de France at a glance
Christopher Froome held onto the yellow leader’s jersey for a second consecutive day.Christophe Ena/Associated Press Stage: A mostly flat 112.5-mile trek starting from Rennes and finishing with a short but…
Nibali losing ground in Tour de France
Froome retains the yellow jersey; Frenchman wins stage
Wimbledon at a glance
Weather: Partly cloudy. High of 79 degrees. Women’s singles final: No. 1 Serena Williams beat No. 20 Garbine Muguruza 6-4, 6-4 for her sixth Wimbledon title and 21st Grand Slam…