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The unwritten rules of tennis, and why post-match handshakes sometimes go awry

The unwritten rules of tennis, and why post-match handshakes sometimes go awry

NEW YORK (AP) — There’s been a lot of talk about the unwritten rules of tennis during Week 1 of this U.S.
Jeff Hoffman's job as Toronto Blue Jays closer safe — for now — despite struggles

Jeff Hoffman's job as Toronto Blue Jays closer safe — for now — despite struggles

TORONTO — Jeff Hoffman stood on the mound at Rogers Centre, shaking his head as Christian Yelich rounded the bases.
Chourio, Yelich lift Brewers over Blue Jays 4-1 with back-to-back ninth inning homers

Chourio, Yelich lift Brewers over Blue Jays 4-1 with back-to-back ninth inning homers

TORONTO — Jackson Chourio and Christian Yelich had back-to-back home runs in the ninth inning as the Milwaukee Brewers edged the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Saturday afternoon.
Canada thumps Norway 7-0 to advance to women's para hockey worlds final

Canada thumps Norway 7-0 to advance to women's para hockey worlds final

DOLNÝ KUBÍN — Alyssa White netted a hat trick to lead Canada to a 7-0 victory over Norway and a spot in the gold-medal game of the inaugural para ice hockey women's world championships on Saturday.
Roughriders, Blue Bombers set for clash of CFL's best rushing defence and offence

Roughriders, Blue Bombers set for clash of CFL's best rushing defence and offence

REGINA — Discipline will be a key point of focus for the Saskatchewan Roughriders when they face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Sunday. The 6-4 Bombers enter the contest with the CFL’s top rushing offence, at 119.
Latifah Abdu gets wish with Montreal Roses FC exit, transfer to Vancouver Rise FC

Latifah Abdu gets wish with Montreal Roses FC exit, transfer to Vancouver Rise FC

VANCOUVER — Latifah Abdu got her wish granted. Vancouver Rise FC announced it had reached a transfer agreement for the 23-year-old Canadian forward Saturday.
Sarault, Roussel strike gold in 1,000 metres at short track speedskating nationals

Sarault, Roussel strike gold in 1,000 metres at short track speedskating nationals

MONTREAL — Courtney Sarault extended her gold-medal streak to seven races with a victory in the women's 1,000 metres at the Canadian short track speedskating championships on Saturday. The Moncton native crossed the finish line in one minute 29.
Toronto FC reserve team coach working hard to move young talent up the soccer ladder

Toronto FC reserve team coach working hard to move young talent up the soccer ladder

TORONTO — Gianni Cimini watched with pride when Malik Henry, newly promoted to the first team, came off the bench Aug.
Blue Jays recall left-hander Lucas from triple-A Buffalo, option lefty Bruihl

Blue Jays recall left-hander Lucas from triple-A Buffalo, option lefty Bruihl

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled left-hander Easton Lucas from triple-A Buffalo. Lucas is also active for Saturday afternoon's game against the MLB-best Milwaukee Brewers.
Canada crushes Wales with 6 tries and nears Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinals

Canada crushes Wales with 6 tries and nears Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinals

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Canada overwhelmed Wales 42-0 with an impressive six-try display to move to the brink of the Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday.
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