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Missing the World Cup? Relief is on the way next summer with the Women's World Cup in Brazil

It’s the women’s turn now. The next World Cup, the women’s edition, is set for next summer in Brazil.

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Kirby Smart provides injury updates for Georgia’s Dowdell and Bobo

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart provided injury updates for several players at SEC media days, including Dante Dowdell, Drew Bobo, Gabe Harris and Justice Fitzpatrick.

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BULLDOGS

Greg Sankey addresses why the SEC is holding out on a 24-team playoff field

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey is open to College Football Playoff field expansion, but important questions concerning value and schedule must first be answered.

58 minutes ago

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AJC VARSITY

Georgia Power 100 running backs: State champion is also its highest-rated RB

Get to know the Peach State’s top high school football running backs ahead of the 2026 season.

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MLB

Braves edge Padres thanks to strong pitching from Elder, Mederos

Braves open a four-game series against the Padres in Atlanta with a 3-2 win.

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AJC Varsity

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AJC VARSITY

This football hotbed leads Georgia’s 159 counties in prospects per capita

One little South Georgia county is No. 1 in an all-classification category — the most major college prospects this century per capita.

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AJC VARSITY

Marist, Buford finish as top teams in inaugural AJC Varsity all-sports standings

The AJC Varsity all-sports rankings are modeled after similar competitions used by college divisions and other high school associations but with a twist.

AJC VARSITY

Clarke Central’s David Perno, former UGA baseball coach, reveals cancer diagnosis

Perno led the Bulldogs to three College World Series, including the program’s most recent in 2008.

TV, scores & more

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Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

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Vote: What’s your grade for Kevin Stefanski as Falcons coach?

Make your voice heard in the AJC’s poll.

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Vote: Which potential Falcons free agent is most important to re-sign?

The Falcons have 15 players that could become unrestricted free agents in March. Vote on which potential free agent is most important for the team to re-sign.

Atlanta Sports

Braves edge Padres thanks to strong pitching from Elder, Mederos

Braves open a four-game series against the Padres in Atlanta with a 3-2 win.

MLB

Anthopoulos says Braves could ‘add in all areas’ ahead of MLB trade deadline

Atlanta Braves president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos says his team is not "complete" and could "add in all areas" ahead of MLB's trade deadline.

MLB

Braves’ offense gets a ‘reset,’ back on a roll after All-Star break

After a tough June, the Atlanta Braves' offense regained its form after the All-Star break by scoring 29 runs in its three-game series against the Texas Rangers.

Georgia Bulldogs

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Kirby Smart provides injury updates for Georgia’s Dowdell and Bobo

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart provided injury updates for several players at SEC media days, including Dante Dowdell, Drew Bobo, Gabe Harris and Justice Fitzpatrick.

12m ago

BULLDOGS

Greg Sankey addresses why the SEC is holding out on a 24-team playoff field

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey is open to College Football Playoff field expansion, but important questions concerning value and schedule must first be answered.

58m ago

BULLDOGS

Oklahoma knows what awaits in Week 4 playing at ‘gold standard’ Georgia

Sooners coach Brent Venables says reloaded Oklahoma knows challenge awaits at Georgia in Week 4

Atlanta Falcons

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MLB

Falcons rebuilt WR room behind ‘dog’ Drake London. Who steps up?

This is the third story in a nine-part series previewing the Falcons’ position groups leading into training camp.

NFL

Falcons’ biggest breakout candidates: Picking 5 players in line for a jump

Five players who could break through for the Atlanta Falcons in 2026 include Jalon Walker, Jahan Dotson, Zach Harrison, Maason Smith and Xavier Watts.

NFL

Falcons to lean on Bijan Robinson, ‘legendary’ schemes for running game

The Falcons' running back room returns star Bijan Robinson and adds free agent Brian Robinson Jr. Since 2022, Atlanta hasn't finished worse than 10th in rushing.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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YELLOW JACKETS

Brent Key: No better place for combo of athletics, academics than Georgia Tech

Yellow Jackets football coach says he wants all players to turn pro and to be a CEO.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Bill Belichick challenged to cement future as North Carolina head coach

Six-time Super Bowl-winning coach Bill Belichick had a rocky start during his transition from the NFL ranks to a collegiate atmosphere last season at North Carolina.

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s Justice Haynes: ‘I believe we can win a national championship’

Georgia Tech football's Justice Haynes, a transfer from Michigan, says the Yellow Jackets can win a national championship this season if they play to their standard.

Atlanta United FC

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SOCCER

Mauricio Culebro introduced as Atlanta United, NWSL team’s president of soccer

Mauricio Culebro was introduced as president of Atlanta United and the city's future National Women’s Soccer League team Monday. Here's what we learned.

With ICE presence, some Atlanta-area communities won’t engage in World Cup

Immigrant communities balance the risk of potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids with opportunities to celebrate soccer at the highest level during the World Cup.

Morocco loses star winger Ezzalzouli and Aguerd to injuries for World Cup

Atlanta Hawks

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NBA

Hawks add more toughness with Lu Dort, Ryan Nembhard

With the additions of Lu Dort and Ryan Nembhard via a three-team trade with the Thunder and Mavericks, the Hawks have increased their toughness and improved their defense.

NBA

Hawks trade former No. 1 pick Risacher in three-team deal, get elite defender

It’s the second trade this summer between the Hawks and Thunder, along with the June deal that brought guard Aaron Wiggins to Atlanta.

NBA

Hawks eliminated from Summer League title contention

The Hawks had the chance to punch their way to a spot in the Summer League playoffs with a win, but were eliminated from the championship race after a loss to the Grizzlies.

High Schools

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PHOTOS: Loganville take first game of Class 5A baseball championships

Loganville takes first game, but rain plays havoc with Class 5A schedule. Senior Jake Boland pitches a complete game, withstanding over an hour delay in the sixth inning.

PHOTOS: Milton girls lacrosse trying for another state championship

The Milton girls lacrosse team will be trying for its 19th state championship this month.

State Report

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PGA

East Lake out as permanent host for Tour Championship after 2027

The PGA Tour announced its season-ending playoffs, starting in 2028, will have a different structure, feature some form of match play and will rotate sites.

GOLF

Rogers runs away with eight-shot win at 105th Georgia Amateur

GOLF

Masters lottery registration: 2027 ticket window open for limited time

Time to apply for coveted 2027 Masters Tournament tickets at Augusta National runs for three weeks. Here’s what you need to know.

PHOTOS: High school students go bass fishing for championship

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Contestants arrive early in the morning at Lake Sinclair for the Georgia High School Association’s 2026 Bass Fishing State Championship at Dennis Station boat ramp on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Eatonton. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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SPORTS RECAP

Weekend in the A: Hawks trade for Dort; Dream escape Sky; Spain wins World Cup.

Also: Atlanta Dream's Angel Reese responds to controversy, and Braves win series over Rangers.

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NFL

Falcons to lean on Bijan Robinson, ‘legendary’ schemes for running game

The Falcons' running back room returns star Bijan Robinson and adds free agent Brian Robinson Jr. Since 2022, Atlanta hasn't finished worse than 10th in rushing.

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MLB

Anthopoulos says Braves could ‘add in all areas’ ahead of MLB trade deadline

Atlanta Braves president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos says his team is not "complete" and could "add in all areas" ahead of MLB's trade deadline.

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NBA

Hawks add more toughness with Lu Dort, Ryan Nembhard

With the additions of Lu Dort and Ryan Nembhard via a three-team trade with the Thunder and Mavericks, the Hawks have increased their toughness and improved their defense.

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MLB

Riley, Baldwin each belt two homers in Braves’ win over Rangers

The Braves beat the Rangers 8-5 on Sunday to clinch the series victory as Drake Baldwin and Austin Riley had two home runs apiece.

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WNBA

Dream narrowly gets past Sky in final game before All-Star break

Jordin Canada’s layup at the buzzer gives Dream a 93-91 win.

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NBA

Hawks trade former No. 1 pick Risacher in three-team deal, get elite defender

It’s the second trade this summer between the Hawks and Thunder, along with the June deal that brought guard Aaron Wiggins to Atlanta.

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WNBA

Dream All-Star Angel Reese responds to Toronto coach’s controversial comments

Dream star Angel Reese responded Sunday to Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Bronello's controversial comments about her on Friday that were caught on a hot mic.

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NFL

‘Competition is the best’: Falcons QBs Penix, Tagovailoa set to battle for job

Falcons quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. both view the starting job as up for grabs, while coaches stress footwork and accuracy.

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MLB

Braves line up starting pitching for Padres series

The Braves have set a tentative pitching lineup for a four-game series with the Padres next week, and it could include the return of Martín Pérez from the injured list.

Latest Sports News

Missing the World Cup? Relief is on the way next summer with the Women's World Cup in Brazil

Kirby Smart provides injury updates for Georgia’s Dowdell and Bobo

Greg Sankey addresses why the SEC is holding out on a 24-team playoff field

Georgia Power 100 running backs: State champion is also its highest-rated RB

Braves edge Padres thanks to strong pitching from Elder, Mederos

This football hotbed leads Georgia’s 159 counties in prospects per capita

Marist, Buford finish as top teams in inaugural AJC Varsity all-sports standings

Clarke Central’s David Perno, former UGA baseball coach, reveals cancer diagnosis

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Vote: What’s your grade for Kevin Stefanski as Falcons coach?

Vote: Which potential Falcons free agent is most important to re-sign?

Braves edge Padres thanks to strong pitching from Elder, Mederos

Anthopoulos says Braves could ‘add in all areas’ ahead of MLB trade deadline

Braves’ offense gets a ‘reset,’ back on a roll after All-Star break

Kirby Smart provides injury updates for Georgia’s Dowdell and Bobo

Greg Sankey addresses why the SEC is holding out on a 24-team playoff field

Oklahoma knows what awaits in Week 4 playing at ‘gold standard’ Georgia

Falcons rebuilt WR room behind ‘dog’ Drake London. Who steps up?

Falcons’ biggest breakout candidates: Picking 5 players in line for a jump

Falcons to lean on Bijan Robinson, ‘legendary’ schemes for running game

Brent Key: No better place for combo of athletics, academics than Georgia Tech

Bill Belichick challenged to cement future as North Carolina head coach

Georgia Tech’s Justice Haynes: ‘I believe we can win a national championship’

Mauricio Culebro introduced as Atlanta United, NWSL team’s president of soccer

With ICE presence, some Atlanta-area communities won’t engage in World Cup

Morocco loses star winger Ezzalzouli and Aguerd to injuries for World Cup

Hawks add more toughness with Lu Dort, Ryan Nembhard

Hawks trade former No. 1 pick Risacher in three-team deal, get elite defender

Hawks eliminated from Summer League title contention

PHOTOS: Loganville take first game of Class 5A baseball championships

PHOTOS: Milton girls lacrosse trying for another state championship

East Lake out as permanent host for Tour Championship after 2027

Rogers runs away with eight-shot win at 105th Georgia Amateur

Masters lottery registration: 2027 ticket window open for limited time

More Sports news

Weekend in the A: Hawks trade for Dort; Dream escape Sky; Spain wins World Cup.

Falcons to lean on Bijan Robinson, ‘legendary’ schemes for running game

Anthopoulos says Braves could ‘add in all areas’ ahead of MLB trade deadline

Hawks add more toughness with Lu Dort, Ryan Nembhard

Riley, Baldwin each belt two homers in Braves’ win over Rangers

Dream narrowly gets past Sky in final game before All-Star break

Hawks trade former No. 1 pick Risacher in three-team deal, get elite defender

Dream All-Star Angel Reese responds to Toronto coach’s controversial comments

‘Competition is the best’: Falcons QBs Penix, Tagovailoa set to battle for job

Braves line up starting pitching for Padres series