D-backs pitcher credits Trump with helping him meet his wife

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Clay Buchholz may keep his support for President Trump quiet, but he has a lot to thank him for. Buchholz, 33, revealed Wednesday that he credits Trump for giving him the opportunity to meet the woman he would eventually marry and have three children with.

Johnson in 4-way tie after day of survival at US Open

The only thing that spared Dustin Johnson from another U.S. Open implosion is that everyone around him suffered on a Shinnecock Hills course that even the USGA conceded got out of hand Saturday afternoon.  

Russia routs Saudi Arabia 5-0 in opening game of World Cup

Inspired by the home crowd in the opening match of the World Cup, Russia ended a 16-year wait for victory.

Three 2018 FIFA World Cup rivalries to watch

Everyone loves a good rivalry. It's the fire between opponents that keeps up coming back and in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, several teams headed to Russia have a contentious history on the pitch.

Ignacio Piatti scores twice, Impact beat Orlando City 3-0

Ignacio Piatti scored twice to end a five-game drought and the Montreal Impact beat Orlando City 3-0 in the rain Wednesday night.

World Cup kicks off today on FOX 35 with Russians, Saudis

The World Cup is set to start and finish with games at the opposite ends of the spectrum.  The lowest-ranked teams meet in the opener on Thursday when Russia hosts Saudi Arabia.   The 2018 FIFA World Cup begins Thursday at 11 a.m. on FOX 35.

Four reasons why Americans should care about the 2018 FIFA World Cup

The 2018 FIFA World Cup is in Russia this year and the Americans won’t be there after they failed to qualify for the tournament.

North American trio beats Morocco to host 2026 World Cup

North America will host the 2026 World Cup after FIFA voters overwhelmingly opted for the financial and logistical certainty of a United States-led bid over a risky Moroccan proposal for the first 48-team tournament.

A beginner's guide to the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Soccer rules are tough to pick up on the fly. We’ve compiled a cheat sheet for Americans watching the “other football” during the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

2018 FIFA WORLD CUP PREVIEW: Germany looks to become 1st repeat champ in half-century

MOSCOW (AP) - After raising the World Cup eight miles from Copacabana Beach four years ago, Germany hopes to lift the trophy four miles from the Kremlin on July 15 and become the first repeat champion in more than a half-century.

GROUPS TO WATCH: The two most challenging 2018 FIFA World Cup groups

When it comes to groups in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, there’s no one “group of death.” Instead, two groups stand out as tougher than the rest.

Vancouver Whitecaps defeat Orlando City Lions 5-2

Teenager Alphonso Davies scored a goal and had a team-record three assists to help the Vancouver Whitecaps beat Orlando City 5-2 on Saturday night.

Justify wins Belmont to become 13th Triple Crown champ

NEW YORK (AP) - Justify led all the way to win the Belmont Stakes by 1¾ lengths and become horse racing's 13th Triple Crown champion and second in four years. The chestnut colt is the second undefeated colt to sweep the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont, improving to 6-0 in a racing career that began on Feb. 18. Seattle Slew was unbeaten when he won the Triple Crown in 1977.

Golden State Warriors beat Cleveland Cavaliers 108-85 in Game 4 for third NBA title in four years

Golden State. Golden still.   Stephen Curry scored 37 points, Kevin Durant added 20 and a triple-double and the Warriors stamped themselves a dynasty after winning their second straight NBA title and third in four years Friday night, 108-85 over the Cleveland Cavaliers to complete a sweep and perhaps drive LeBron James from his home again to chase championships.

World Cup health: from heart attacks to baby booms

The World Cup is here and while it brings a ton of excitement and joy -- it can also present a scary affect on our health.

Trump may eye Ali pardon, though late champ may not need one

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump said Friday he may pardon the late heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali, who doesn't seem to need one. And for futures acts of clemency, he may seek recommendations from pro football players and other athletes who have protested racial injustice by kneeling during the national anthem.