Yao Ming, who inspired a generation of NBA fans in his native China, wistfully acknowledged a career that "ended too soon" as he was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on Friday. "I treasure each and every moment. I'm grateful for my time on court and for your recognition...

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and ex-secretary general Jerome Valcke, already banned from soccer for ethics violations, are facing a fresh investigation over the salaries and bonuses they received in office. In a separate decision, former FIFA vice-president Jeffrey Webb was given a...

Serena Williams suffered a shocking defeat Thursday against Karolina Pliskova at the US Open semifinals, forgoing a chance to reclaim the title she lost last year. The living legend and six-time U.S. Open champion was outplayed by 10th seed Karolina Pliskova of the Czech Republic, who will...

Liberty Media's takeover of Formula One promises a long-term strategy for the cash-rich sport with a sharper focus on new media markets and another attempt to expand in North America. The deal, valued at $8 billion including debt, gives an American media and telecoms business effective...