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Scott Dixon and Chip Ganassi Racing invests in Women in Motorsports

Scott Dixon and Chip Ganassi Racing invests in Women in Motorsports

TORONTO — IndyCar legend Scott Dixon wants to open the doors to his sport, especially to women.
Mo Farah's story draws horror, understanding in Somalia

Mo Farah's story draws horror, understanding in Somalia

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — Many Somalis are reacting with horror — and a sense of understanding — at British runner Mo Farah's tale of being trafficked to Britain as a child and forced to look after other children.
Unbeaten Blue Bombers survive scare to beat Stampeders 26-19

Unbeaten Blue Bombers survive scare to beat Stampeders 26-19

WINNIPEG — Carlton Agudosi had a CFL debut most receivers can only dream about.
12 Ks for Ray, 12 Ws in row for M's after 8-3 win in Texas

12 Ks for Ray, 12 Ws in row for M's after 8-3 win in Texas

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Robbie Ray struck out 12 without a walk over 6 2/3 innings, rookie All-Star center fielder Julio Rodríguez hit a grand slam and the Seattle Mariners extended their longest winning streak in more than two decades to 12 games wi
De Grasse narrowly advances to world 100-metre semifinals with late surge

De Grasse narrowly advances to world 100-metre semifinals with late surge

EUGENE, Ore. — For much of Andre De Grasse's 100-metre heat on Friday night, the rust from not racing and the ravages of COVID-19 seemed apparent.
Hernandez and Chapman hit three-run homers to power Blue Jays to 8-1 win over Royals

Hernandez and Chapman hit three-run homers to power Blue Jays to 8-1 win over Royals

TORONTO — Dissatisfied with his batting average over the first half of the season, Toronto third baseman Matt Chapman has been working on a minor change to his approach in the batter's box in recent days.
Chez Reavie has late eagle, leads Barracuda Championship

Chez Reavie has late eagle, leads Barracuda Championship

TRUCKEE, Calif. (AP) — Chez Reavie holed a long chip shot for eagle on the par-5 sixth hole and took a three-point lead Friday in the Barracuda Championship.
Toronto Argonauts remain very wary of short-handed Roughriders defence

Toronto Argonauts remain very wary of short-handed Roughriders defence

HALIFAX — McLeod Bethel-Thompson isn't breathing any easier about facing a short-handed Saskatchewan Roughriders defence.
Maple Leafs sign forward Calle Järnkrok to four-year, $8.4-million contract

Maple Leafs sign forward Calle Järnkrok to four-year, $8.4-million contract

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Calle Järnkrok to a four-year contract with an average annual value of US$2.1 million. The 30-year-old had 30 points (12 goals, 18 assists) in 66 games with Seattle and Calgary last season.
Toronto FC adds more star quality with an Italian flavour with Bernardeschi

Toronto FC adds more star quality with an Italian flavour with Bernardeschi

TORONTO — It's been hurry up and wait with Toronto FC in recent months as Bob Bradley remakes the MLS club. Wait for Lorenzo Insigne to sign — and then arrive. Wait for Domenico Criscito to choose Toronto.