Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell says 'it's not easy to lose a friend' after McIntosh's exit

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell acknowledged Tuesday he was disappointed about the departure of athletic director Chris McIntosh, but doesn’t believe his friend leaving will have a major impact on his future with the Badgers.

Italy to host a Wimbledon tuneup on grass starting in 2028

ROME (AP) – The ATP Finals. The Davis Cup Finals. And now a Wimbledon tuneup on grass courts that could be played on the soccer pitch inside Milan’s San Siro stadium.

Dave McGinnis, former Cardinals head coach, dies at 74

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Former Arizona Cardinals head coach and longtime NFL assistant Dave McGinnis, long known simply as “Coach Mac,” died Monday. He was 74.

Iowa put on probation for year, will pay fine and vacate 4 wins

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) – Iowa has been placed on probation for one year, will pay a self-imposed $25,000 fine and vacate four wins in 2023 as part of the resolution to an NCAA infractions case stemming from the recruitment of former quarterback Cade McNamara, the NCAA announced Tuesday.

Usyk calls kickboxer Verhoeven a dangerous opponent

LONDON (AP) – Oleksandr Usyk offered an explanation Tuesday for why he’s giving kickboxing star Rico Verhoeven a shot at his WBC heavyweight title.

Road to NBA title goes through OKC as Thunder have homecourt

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) – The Oklahoma City Thunder know how vital homecourt advantage can be in securing a championship.

England beats Spain again, winning 1-0 in Women's World Cup qualifier

LONDON (AP) – England came out on top again in its latest clash with Spain, winning 1-0 in a Women’s World Cup qualifier at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday.

Giants having productive talks with Dexter Lawrence since his trade request

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) – General manager Joe Schoen said Tuesday the New York Giants have had productive talks with Dexter Lawrence’s camp since the veteran defensive tackle’s request for a trade came to light last week.

Raphinha criticizes referees after Barcelona's Champions League elimination

MADRID (AP) – Barcelona forward Raphinha criticized the refereeing after Barcelona’s elimination against Atletico Madrid in the quarterfinals of the Champions League on Tuesday.