LeBron embracing challenge

LeBron James has a message for Chinese youth: Don't fear failure.

Trying for a touchdown in Morocco

RABAT, Morocco - Under the scorching summer sun, coach Ichtar Zahraoui bellows directions to "the Pirates", young Moroccan men and women learning to play American gridiron.

As EPL resists VAR, Man City concedes goal scored with arm

LONDON - After failing to convince Premier League rivals of the need for video assistant referees (VAR), Manchester City on Saturday contributed more evidence why the technology is needed.

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Boxing

Sun sheds tears of relief

Chinese superstar Sun Yang has long been known for his steely determination and uncanny ability to focus on the moment.

Regional rivals square off in Tokyo preview

What happened at the Asian Games has given fans worldwide a preview of what to expect when China and Japan square off in the pool at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

China's splashiest stars in the Asian Games pool

NOVEL WAY TO KEEP FIT

In a small mountain village 300 kilometers northwest of Beijing, many peasants follow routines that resemble yoga, a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines which originated in ancient India.

Li nominated to join global greats

China's two-time major champion Li Na has been nominated for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2019 - the sport's ultimate honor.

New league, new vision for honing homegrown talent

With the Russia-based Kontinental Hockey League proving a little too advanced, starting next month Chinese pros hoping to play at the 2022 Winter Olympics will be groomed in a rebranded lower-level competition.

Germany's flops back in focus

BERLIN - The Bundesliga returns on Friday with German soccer still feeling the aftershocks of the country's early World Cup exit and Bayern Munich hoping new coach Niko Kovac can maintain the relentless success the club expects.

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Soccer