Even with its return to the Olympics in 2022 still undecided, the National Hockey League is steadfast about growing the game in China, as evidenced by discussions about bringing regular-season contests here.
The Los Angeles Kings have strengthened their presence in China by launching a youth development program in Beijing.
Judging by the mixed signals at Wednesday's finale of the NHL China Games at Beijing's Cadillac Arena, you'd never know the clock is ticking on the league's plan to attract a mainstream following in Asia ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics.
BARCELONA, Spain - Barcelona fans can stop worrying about Lionel Messi.
LIVERPOOL, England - Celebrating Liverpool's stoppage-time winner by covering his left eye, Roberto Firmino was finally able to joke about the injury that nearly denied him a chance to face Paris Saint-Germain.
Once again, the world's best female players will be showcased at Optics Valley International Tennis Center in Wuhan, Hubei province, from Sept 21-29.
Since the retirement of two-time Grand Slam champion Li Na, China has awaited its next great female tennis player.
ZADAR, Croatia - Fans banging drums and blowing trumpets for hours on end.
TOKYO - Naomi Osaka has put her US Open tears down to shredded nerves and her natural awkwardness, rather than the tantrum thrown by Serena Williams that overshadowed a historic Japanese win.
Maria Sharapova is shutting down her season and will withdraw from the three tournaments in which she was set to compete later this year, including two in China.
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