Richard O'Brien

Racing

Jimmie Johnson takes his place among NASCAR greats with seventh Sprint Cup

Jimmie Johnson worked his quiet magic on the track, earning a historic championshop at Homestead-Miami Speedway, while NASCAR said goodbye to one of its most celebrated personalities in Tony Stewart.

by Richard O'Brien

NFL

Complicated Truth Behind Will Smith's Killing

To understand the truth behind Will Smith's death you need to learn more about both Smith and Cardell Hayes—about both the Saint and the 'thug.'

by Richard O'Brien

3:05

Olympics

USA boxer Shakur Stevenson just misses Olympic gold, but future remains bright

USA boxer Shakur Stevenson was devastated after falling to Cuba’s Robeisy Ramirez on Saturday, but the 19-year-old has a lot to look forward to. 

by Richard O'Brien

6:47

Olympics

Matured as a person and a boxer, U.S.'s Claressa Shields leads the way in Rio

USA Boxing's Claressa Shields will defend her gold medal in Rio, using her past and the lessons learned over the last four years to motivate her.

by Richard O'Brien

0:50

Olympics

U.S. wrestler Daniel Dennis’s unusual journey carries him to Rio Olympics

After a tough loss at the University of Iowa, Daniel Dennis couldn’t stomach the thought of stepping on a wrestling mat. Now, three years after leaving the sport, buoyed by family and friends, he’s back and motivated to medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics. 

by Richard O'Brien

3:14

Olympics

Rumors of questionable officiating continue to swirl around Olympic boxing

As Team USA's Shakur Stevenson prepares his semifinal bout at the Rio Olympics, he knows he'll also have to contend with fears of questionable officiating.

by Richard O'Brien

5:58

Extra Mustard

Road Scholars: George Foreman on his new TV show with Terry Bradshaw

George Foreman discusses his new NBC TV show, Better Late Than Never, in which he travels across Asia with Terry Bradshaw, William Shatner and Henry Winkler.

by Richard O'Brien

0:54

Olympics

Historic 400-meter victory helps van Niekerk steal spotlight in Rio

South Africa’s Wayde van Niekerk broke a 17-year-old record in the men’s 400-meter dash at the Rio Olympics, stealing the spotlight before a highly anticipated 100m. 

by Richard O'Brien

Olympics

Under Billy Walsh’s guidance, USA boxing experiencing a tremendous turnaround

USA boxing is experiencing a great amount of success at the 2016 Rio Olympics, especially when compared to 2012, and the U.S. can thank Billy Walsh for that.

by Richard O'Brien

Olympics

The dynasty continues: U.S. rowing women's eight wins third-straight Olympic gold

U.S. rowing women's eight won their third-straight gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics, extending a dynasty that dates back to 2006.

by Richard O'Brien