A Super Bowl With a Latino Flair in Miami

Although there are few Latinos playing in the N.F.L., organizers have sought to capitalize on the region’s Latino vibe.

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Alberto Salazar Is Suspended by SafeSport After Accusations of Verbal Abuse

The famed running coach was already barred from his sport for four years because of doping violations. He is now temporarily banned by the U.S. Center for SafeSport, an action that could produce a lifetime ban.

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Kobe Bryant’s Death: Live Updates as the Lakers Prepare to Play the Blazers

The Lakers resume their schedule on Friday night with their first game since Bryant’s death in a helicopter crash. LeBron James will play, but Carmelo Anthony is out.

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The Australian Open’s Icy Embrace of Margaret Court

Court, the 24-time Grand Slam winner, has alienated many in tennis and beyond with her homophobic comments.

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Aston Villa, Cup Competitions and the Relativity of Meaning

The hand-wringing about the value and the burden of cup competitions has grown as tiresome as some of the matches. But try telling Shrewsbury Town fans that the F.A. Cup doesn’t matter.

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Nike Vaporfly Shoes Avoid Olympics Ban

Track and field’s world governing body has ruled that the next-generation running shoes could be worn in the Tokyo Games, but issued new rules that would outlaw certain modifications.

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Super Bowl Prediction: Why the 49ers Will Beat the Chiefs

San Francisco can beat a team in several ways, but Kansas City has the ultimate weapon in Patrick Mahomes. The game could come down to a single mistake on either side.

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