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Mahomes, Chiefs hold off Chargers 24-17 in Mexico City Nearly everything about this Monday night game felt foreign to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, from the gasp-inducing altitude of raucous Azteca Stadium to the struggles of their powerhouse offense. Published Nov. 19 2019 @ 12:45am

NASCAR bullish on future after promising rebound The freefall is over, rock bottom hit more than a year ago, the restart button officially activated. Just how cool is NASCAR these days? Michael Jordan said before Sunday's championship race he sets his clock to watch every week. by By Jenna Fryer/AP Auto Racing Writer Published Nov. 19 2019 @ 12:25am

Derek Jeter among 18 newcomers on Hall of Fame ballot Derek Jeter is among 18 newcomers on the 2020 Hall of Fame ballot. He is likely to be an overwhelming choice to join former New York Yankees teammate Mariano Rivera in Cooperstown after the reliever last year became the first unanimous pick by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Published Nov. 19 2019 @ 12:20am

On weekend of blowouts, Broncos bow out On a day of blowouts, the Denver Broncos blew it. Wipeouts ruled the weekend, led by the Ravens' 41-7 smoking of the Texans in which Lamar Jackson completely outshined Deshaun Watson, turning the much-hyped showdown between the two double-threat QBs into a one-sided affair. Published Nov. 19 2019 @ 12:15am

Brendon Todd, once beset by yips, wins again in Mexico Two tournaments, two victories. They didn't make Brendon Todd forget about the dark years, when he had the full yips so bad he didn't know where the ball was going and made only two cuts in 35 events he played in three years. Published Nov. 19 2019 @ 12:10am

Dale Earnhardt Jr. named honorary starter for Daytona 500 Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be the honorary starter for the 2020 Daytona 500, making him part of the pre-race ceremonies for the third consecutive year. Published Nov. 19 2019 @ 12:05am

Chiefs, Chargers set for AFC West meeting in Mexico City Everyone hopes the playing surface at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium will not be the main story of tonight's game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers. Published Nov. 18 2019 @ 12:45am

Kyle Busch leads Gibbs trio to win second NASCAR championship Kyle Busch casually collected the championship flag from his team and did a slow, subdued celebratory lap. The most polarizing driver in NASCAR had just won his second Cup title and wanted to soak in the moment with his true fans. Published Nov. 18 2019 @ 12:40am

Azteca hopes to shine after last year's NFL debacle Mexico City's Azteca Stadium is looking to put its best face forward tonight when it hosts a regular-season matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers, after last season's NFL game had to be moved to the L.A. Coliseum in a major black eye for the arena and the league. Published Nov. 18 2019 @ 12:35am

NFL to hear Garrett's appeal early this week Myles Garrett will soon learn when he can play again. The Cleveland Browns star defensive end, who was suspended indefinitely after the NFL ruled he used a helmet "as a weapon" to strike Pittsburgh quarterback Mason Rudolph in the head, will have his appeal heard by the league early this week. Published Nov. 18 2019 @ 12:30am

Verstappen wins Brazilian GP, Ferraris self-destruct Red Bull's Max Verstappen won Formula One's Brazilian Grand Prix on Sunday for his eighth career victory in a race which ended badly for both Ferrari drivers. Published Nov. 18 2019 @ 12:25am

NFL Capsules: Vikings overcome 20-0 deficit to stun Broncos The Minnesota Vikings erased a 20-0 halftime deficit with touchdowns on each of their four drives in the second half, fending off the Denver Broncos by forcing three straight incomplete passes in the end zone during the final 10 seconds to preserve a 27-23 victory Sunday. Published Nov. 18 2019 @ 12:20am

Gibbs wins fifth NASCAR title in season dedicated to late son Joe Gibbs won the first race, the last race and more than a dozen in between. His most dominating season in 28 years as a NASCAR team owner culminated with his fifth Cup Series championship. Published Nov. 18 2019 @ 12:15am

Chargers struggling to build fan base in Los Angeles The Los Angeles Chargers are the designated home team for tonight's game in Mexico City against the Kansas City Chiefs, perhaps a fitting circumstance for a team that never quite feels at home. Published Nov. 18 2019 @ 12:10am

Grant gets first hat trick for Ducks, Blues fall 4-1 Derek Grant doesn't usually contribute so much on offense. Grant completed his first career hat trick, Ryan Getzlaf added a goal and an assist, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the St. Louis Blues 4-1 on Saturday night. Published Nov. 17 2019 @ 12:25am

Rookie crew chief Gabehart has Hamlin on verge of first title As Denny Hamlin angrily tried to charge after Joey Logano in a post-race fracas, only one person was able to calm the driver. Published Nov. 17 2019 @ 12:20am

Homestead hosting final title races In many ways, Homestead-Miami Speedway was the ideal spot for NASCAR's "championship weekend." Published Nov. 17 2019 @ 12:20am

No clear favorite in NASCAR championship race Kyle Busch, weary from the hype surrounding NASCAR's championship race, just wanted to end his media obligations and return his focus to the finale. Published Nov. 17 2019 @ 12:20am

Kaepernick changes venue late for workout Colin Kaepernick threw passes for about 40 minutes on a high school field, then signed autographs for hundreds of fans who gathered in an end zone to watch his NFL workout that was suddenly moved Saturday, the latest strange twist in the saga for the exiled quarterback. Published Nov. 17 2019 @ 12:15am

Senna celebrations at Brazilian GP 25 years after his death With little at stake at today's Brazilian Grand Prix, the Formula One race is an opportunity for fans to remember and celebrate home favorite Ayrton Senna, 25 years after his death. Published Nov. 17 2019 @ 12:15am

Verstappen wins second career pole at Brazilian GP Red Bull's Max Verstappen took pole position Saturday for the Brazilian Grand Prix. Published Nov. 17 2019 @ 12:10am

NASCAR's final 4 in fun mode ahead of championship MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Three contenders for the NASCAR championship have already given Kyle Busch a good run for the money three days before the race. Published Nov. 16 2019 @ 12:10am

Werenski's OT goal lifts Columbus against St. Louis 3-2 COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus Blue Jackets coach John Tortorella hopes an overtime victory against the defending Stanley Cup champions will loosen up his team, which he said has been a bundle of nerves lately. Published Nov. 16 2019 @ 12:10am