Netflix co-CEO clarifies streaming giant’s live sports strategy amid NFL lineup expansion, federal scrutiny

Streaming giant Netflix’s push into live sports has ranged from the WWE and Formula 1 to select MLB and NFL games. While the initiative has drawn some criticism, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the strategy is not aimed at securing full-season rights packages for any sports league.

Washington Commanders to face Indianapolis Colts in London

The Washington Commanders will take on the Indianapolis Colts in London this season, the team announced Wednesday.

Jason Collins, NBA's first openly gay player, dies of brain tumor

Trailblazing NBA center and former Atlanta Hawk Jason Collins, who made history as the first openly gay active athlete in major North American professional sports, has died at 47 years old.

Howard University softball returns to NCAA tournament
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For the second straight season, the Howard University softball team is headed back to the NCAA tournament. They face the Duke Blue Devils on Friday, May 15.

RFK transit proposal skips new Metro station, focuses on upgrades

Metro is proposing hundreds of millions in transit upgrades for the RFK Stadium site, including major improvements at Stadium-Armory and a new rapid bus line to Union Station.

'Ted Lasso' star Cristo Fernández signs professional contract with El Paso Locomotive FC

El Paso Locomotive FC has signed forward Cristo Fernández, the club announced Tuesday, completing a professional soccer comeback for the athlete and actor best known for his role in the television series "Ted Lasso."

Washington wins NBA draft lottery, chance to pick No. 1 overall on June 23
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The league's worst team this season is getting the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft. FOX 5 D.C.'s Josh Rosenthal spoke with fans about their thoughts. 

FOX Sports teaming up with Harvard to study fandom

Research shows that nearly 90% of Americans identify as fans of a sport or a specific team, with deep implications for communities. But experts say fandom is deeply understudied.

Christian Lundgaard earns second career win at Sonsio Grand Prix

Christian Lundgaard won in Indianapolis on Saturday, and said he hopes to take that momentum with him to the biggest race of the season, the Indianapolis 500, in just two weeks.

Christian Lundgaard wins Sonsio Grand Prix, snaps winless streak
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Christian Lundgaard in the No. 7 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet snapped a 47-race winless streak taking home the win at the Sonsio Grand Prix in Indianapolis. He sat down with FOX 5 after the win.

Bobby Cox, former Atlanta Braves manager, dies at 84

Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox, who led the Atlanta Braves to 14 straight division titles and a World Series title, has died at 84.

Braves legend Bobby Cox passes away at age 84

Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox, who led the Atlanta Braves to 14 straight division titles and a World Series title, has died at 84.

Commanders rookie mini camp begins: Fans get first look at Antonio Williams
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The Washington Commanders held their first day of rookie mini camp on Friday. The team and the fans got their first look at their newest draft class, including wide receiver Antonio Williams.

NCAA expanding March Madness college basketball tournaments to 76 teams in 2027

The NCAA will expand its men's and women's March Madness tournaments to 76 teams each next year, adding more early-round games in the first week without changing the overall tourney format.