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Ronaldo scored a stunning overhead kick in Real Madrid’s 3-0 Champions League quarter-final first-leg win over Juventus in Turin, having earlier broken the deadlock with a precise close-range finish. The Portugal forward’s second goal earned an ovation from the home fans at the Allianz Stadium and gave Madrid a crucial advantage in the tie, before Marcelo added a third after Paulo Dybala was sent off for the Italians. Buffon could only express his admiration for Ronaldo and Barcelona star Messi in the wake of the dispiriting defeat....

The 41-year-old has been linked with a surprise reunion with the Italian champions, a year after leaving the club to join PSG. He featured 25 times for PSG in his only campaign at the Parc des Princes, winning Ligue 1 and the Trophee des Champions, but he reportedly rejected a new contract and is now on the lookout for a new club, with him set to be a free agent at the end of the month....

Another confirmed big match for the night will feature Jay White’s fellow Bullet Club stablemate El Phantasmo. ELP will face Juice Robinson in a singles bout. Here’s the announcement made by NJPW of America on Twitter: Since capturing the NEVER Openweight Championship, White has mostly worked in the US. The Bullet Club star made his way to IMPACT Wrestling a few months ago and confronted The Elite, including current IMPACT World Champion Kenny Omega....

Boston (21-14-4) head into Tuesday’s marquee matchup in fourth place in the Atlantic Division with 46 points, just two points behind the Sabres for third. However, the Bruins do hold the first wild-card spot in the East by just one point over the Canadiens. MORE: Watch Bruins-Blackhawks live and on demand with fuboTV (7-day free trial) The Blackhawks (15-20-6) have seen a downturn in recent years since their domination earlier in the decade....

When Mondo Duplantis made his first jump at the King Baudouin Stadium, fans were still filling up the seats. By the time the competition reached its climax three hours later, the Swedish Olympic champion commanded the attention of every single person. Although the world record once again evaded Mondo Duplantis, his vaulting masterclass was on full display in the Brussels Diamond League. He opened at 5.50m and then got over 5....

Berard, the first selection in the 1995 entry draft and the winner of the Calder Trophy as rookie of the year in 1997, filed a lawsuit claiming the league failed to protect him from multiple brain injuries, TMZ.com reported Thursday. It is not known how much Berard is seeking in damages. TMZ reported that Berard, 41, suffered upwards of five concussions during his playing career, which included stints with the Islanders, Maple Leafs, Rangers, Bruins, Blackhawks and Blue Jackets from 1996 to 2008....

According to an unsealed search warrant application first reported by the New York Times Wednesday, Whitman County prosecutors filed documents with the Washington Superior Court seeking a wide variety of evidence that could potentially further tie Kohberger to the crime scene. Items included in the December 29 warrant included any evidence with relevant DNA, knives or “any other sharp tool” that could have been used in the crime, clothing similar to what the suspect was described to be wearing during the killing, as well as “any images”—physical or digital—of victims Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin....

Wolff was the player to beat in Sunday’s final round, teeing off with a three-shot lead at Detroit Golf Club in Michigan, but he faltered and shot a 71. Fellow American DeChambeau rose to the top with a 7-under-par 65 to mark his fourth successive season with a victory. DeChambeau was almost flawless on Day 4, holing eight birdies and just one bogey. He finished by birdieing the last three holes to end at 23 under for the tournament....

Ticketmaster said in a statement: “Unfortunately, due to ongoing government advisories on mass gatherings, BTS Map of the Soul Tour—Europe has been postponed. “Our highest priority remains the safety of our artists and fans as well as the global community. We ask for your generous understanding that this decision has been made in consideration fo the safety and health of everyone involved. “We look forward to seeing you all in the future....

But with six laps left, Wallace found himself running into the wall as he battled Joey Logano for the lead, seemingly ending his hopes for a victory. Wallace isn’t one to let the haters get the last laugh, though. After catching a lucky break with a late caution, he pitted and was able to mend his car and refuel, avoiding a huge pile up and sneaking his way back into the top five....

The two respective owners have become iconic in their own right, as Steinbrenner was known for ruling with an iron fist and buying championships. Cohen is known for being willing to spend above and beyond what other owners will. Showalter was asked about the differences between the late Yankees owner and the current Mets owner, per NJ.com: He added: According to Buck Showalter, Cohen is a top-notch owner. He’s proven to be the right owner to try and get the New York Mets back to the World Series, even if he’s been unsuccessful thus far....

“Like people ask for a trade and a trade happens. Players ask for a trade, ‘I want to get traded there,’ and players go there,” Antetokounmpo explained (via ESPN). “It’s insane. A lot of star players have a lot of power right now. This is the league we live in.” One of the most notable changes came when Anthony Davis demanded a trade from the Pelicans. After months of speculation, New Orleans granted the six-time All-Star his wish as he was sent to the Lakers to play alongside LeBron James....

Wisconsin senators voted 21-10 on Wednesday to advance legislation on a bill that would create $250 million in public subsidies to help fund a new Milwaukee arena. The other half of the $500 million arena will be paid for by team ownership and an investment from former team owner Herb Kohl. MORE: Watch LBJ and Jimmy Fallon shoot baskets | Bucks time is now in Eastern Conference | Milwaukee reveals new uniforms...

And he found a buyer. Kohl banking on New York investment firm executives Marc Lasry and Wesley Edens to follow through after agreeing to sell them the Bucks for about $550 million. The deal is subject to approval by the NBA and its board of governors. The price is a record for a pro basketball franchise, according to Forbes . It is a stunning price for a franchise that might be among the league's financial weaklings, but Forbes says it shows "the overall business of the NBA is booming....

It’s no secret that the key to beating the Bucks is containing the reigning Finals MVP. Even when the Celtics’ tenacious defense found a way to make his life difficult as a scorer, Antetokounmpo still managed to make a winning impact in other facets of the game. Antetokounmpo went for 24 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists in the victory, recording the second postseason triple-double of his career. The fact that he shot 9-for-25 from the field and was still the most dominant player on the floor is a scary sight for the Celtics in this series....

The Milwaukee Bucks are sitting atop the Eastern Conference leaderboard, with a league-best 38-13(0.745) win-loss record, currently 1.5 games clear of the second seed Raptors. Common opinion would suggest satisfaction on the front office’s part, as the side looks steady enough to make a deep playoffs push this time around. But, contrary to the above-mentioned belief, the franchise has been making recent waves on the trade market, showing positive signs of a possible players exchange....

The 6-1, 227-pounder earned a job as a starter after just one preseason game, joining Lavonte David to form the foundation of what could be one of the league’s best young linebacker corps. It’s never too early to talk about the Rookie of the Year award, and judging from the the lick he laid on Browns quarterback Josh McCown Saturday night, Alexander could be a candidate. MORE: NFL Rookies visit Pro Football Hall of Fame | Biggest fantasy busts Just look at that closing speed!...

That may well have been the moniker by which the Australian superstar was known for the first few months of his ‘main roster’ career, but the fact that he has more than a lot to offer is now well and truly out there. His apparent alliance with Seth Rollins and the AOP lifts him firmly into the upper echelons of WWE’s programming, establishing him as a genuine main event-level talent....

Or, for that matter, a fan of any of the teams coached by Rex and Rob, chips off the old Ryan block if there ever were ones. But if you need to remember just one thing about the coach who died Tuesday, it shouldn’t be those moments. Or any of what he did as a head coach. Freeze in your memory forever the sight of the Bears defensive players — his players, defiantly, stubbornly and borderline-paternally his — carrying him on their shoulders off the Superdome field after their Super Bowl XX victory in 1986....