Chris Boardman, one of six Britons to have worn the fabled yellow jersey, talks about the upcoming Tour de France and how Mark Cavendish might fare.

France's youthful team take on an experienced German side in the World Cup quarter-finals on Friday, hoping their team spirit will help carry them through to the semis.

Neymar is making good progress in his recovery from thigh and knee knocks ahead of Friday's World Cup quarter-final against Colombia, Brazil's team doctor said on Tuesday. Duration: 00:49

The second week of Wimbledon is well underway and the defence of Andy Murray's Championship is going well with the Briton not giving up a single set so far.

Iraq's prime minister said Wednesday, an extremist group's declaration of an Islamic state in territory it has seized in Iraq and Syria poses a threat to the entire region, warning that "no one in Iraq or any neighboring country will be safe from these plans." The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant announced this week that it has unilaterally established a caliphate in the areas under its control.

It's all or nothing when USA and Belgium will face off today in the knock out stage of the World Cup. CNN's Shasta Darlington reports from Salvador on the eve of the game as the American fans gear up for a day of drama.

Slideshow of Day 19 of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil on June 30, 2014. Duration: 02:50

Costa Rica and Greece were level 0-0 at halftime in the round of 16 at the World Cup as both seek a place in the quarterfinals for the first time. Jose Holebas ' curling cross from the left was met by Dimitris Salpingidis but goalkeeper Keylor Navas made a leg save from point-blank range. Costa Rica has never been past the second round at a World Cup but surprised in Brazil by topping a tough group and had the support of most of the home fans at Arena Pernambuco.



Fans in Ghana say they were "heartbroken" as their national football side lost 2-1 to Portugal, to finish bottom of Group G and make an early World Cup exit.Duration:00:56

President Barack Obama congratulated the US soccer team on advancing to the next round in the World Cup. The team lost 1-0 to Germany, but both teams will advance.Duration:01:09

Your feelings of overwhelming anticipation mixed with imminent sadness and a yearning to start all over again are completely normal. That's because Thursday is the last day of the World Cup group round. Soon, the brackets will be complete and all the mathematical fun that goes with them will be in the past. The knockout rounds are all business; show up or go home and thus far, only a few teams have truly proven their mettle in the group stages. Yet, four spots in the round of 16 remain.



Luis Suarez faces the prospect of a long ban after shocking the World Cup with a new biting storm as Uruguay dump Italy out of the tournament. Duration: 00:42

Germany expect a tough match against opponents USA in their final Group G clash on Thursday -- but they won't settle for a draw. Duration: 00:46

Slideshow of Day 12 of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil on June 23, 2014. Duration: 02:54

Football fans brave the rain in Mexico City to watch their national team win against Croatia. Thousands gather at the Angel of Independence to celebrate making it through the group stages of the World Cup in Brazil. Duration: 01:17

It’s been a busy few months for Time Incorporated. Not only has the publishing company spun out from Time Warner, it has also revamped the websites for its publications "Time," "Money," and "Fortune." Now "Sports Illustrated" is launching a new website, and new products, too.

INDYCAR Drivers had a slight delay in testing Thursday thanks to some rain but Marco Andretti and company were happy to get their first look at the Pocono Raceway in 2014.

Slideshow of Day 7 of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil on June 18, 2014. Images of the Group B football matches between Australia and the Netherlands, and between Spain and Chile, and the Group A match between Cameroon and Croatia. Duration: 02:56

Despite an opening day defeat, Japan striker Shinji Okazaki says pressure is not an issue ahead of taking on Greece in Natal on Thursday in World Cup Group C. Duration: 00:43

Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa produced an inspired performance as Mexico held World Cup hosts Brazil to a frustrating 0-0 draw in Group A in Fortaleza on Tuesday. Duration:01:30