MOSCOW- - Defending champions Germany crashed to defeat in their first game at the World Cup on Sunday as an enterprising Mexico refused to be intimidated by history and ran out 1-0 winners in a thrilling Group F opener.
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y., --- American Brooks Koepka putted brilliantly to become the first U.S. Open champion in 29 years to successfully defend his title when he clinched a one-stroke victory on Sunday.
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y., -- Dustin Johnson played like the world number one that he is, taking a stranglehold on the U.S. Open with a five-shot clubhouse lead after his second round at Shinnecock Hills on Friday.
SOCHI, Russia- - Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo lit up the World Cup in his own inimitable style on Friday, curling in a late free kick to complete a remarkable hat-trick and earn his team a 3-3 draw in an enthralling clash with neighbours Spain.
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y., - - Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth were among the big names whose victory hopes were almost blown away on a dramatic, windswept opening morning at the U.S. Open on Thursday.
