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Watch Jenna and Trisha Yearwood put Shaq On the Spot

Four-time NBA champion Shaquille O’Neal stops by the fourth hour of TODAY to chat with Jenna Bush Hager and guest co-host Trisha Yearwood about life after the...

Shaquille O’Neal talks family and life after the game

Shaquille O’Neal, one of the NBA's 50 greatest players of all time, chats with Jenna Bush Hager and guest co-host Trisha Yearwood about life after basketball,...

US Open champ Gary Woodland surprises Special Olympics golfer who inspired him

Woodland made a special visit to TODAY to surprise golfer Amy Bockerstette, who has Down syndrome, to thank her for inspiring him on his way to his first major...

Gary Woodland surprises his biggest supporter

Amy Bockerstette, a Special Olympics golfer whose “You got this” mantra has captured the hearts of millions, helped inspire Gary Woodland during his U.S. Open...

Ryan Lochte and wife Kayla Rae Reid welcome baby No. 2 — see the pic

The 12-time Olympic medalist is already calling his new daughter "Daddy's girl."

US women's soccer star explains why she's not participating in national anthem

One of the soccer squad's biggest stars has caught the attention of World Cup fans for a reason other than the game.

New York Yankees celebrate 10 years of HOPE Week

The New York Yankees are giving back to the community with the team’s HOPE Week, an initiative rooted in acts of goodwill. Yankee legends CC Sabathia, Aaron...

See U.S. Open champ Gary Woodland's sweet moment with Special Olympics golfer

Gary Woodland drew inspiration for his U.S. Open victory from golfer Amy Bockerstette, who has Down syndrome, after the two shared a special moment in January....

US women's national soccer team criticized for celebrating during 13-0 World Cup win

Some claimed Team USA showed a lack of class for celebrating goals deep into its 13-0 rout of Thailand.

Hope Solo reveals she had miscarriage with twins: 'I was hours from dying'

Soccer star Hope Solo opened up about her scary miscarriage with twins in an interview with Elle.

Husband of star runner, 32, shares heartbreaking letter as she 'heads to heaven'

The inspiring runner, who has had multiple forms of cancer, has died at 32, her husband said.

Meet the NFL player teaching a money class to college students

NBC’s Savannah Sellers sits down with New York Jets linebacker Brandon Copeland, an NFL veteran who’s also pursuing a different passion. During the off season,...

Former Red Sox slugger David Ortiz back in Boston after shooting

Former Red Sox player David Ortiz has been transported to Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston as he recovers from an ambush shooting at a nightclub in...

Watch this tennis player’s son run onto the court to hug him after emotional loss

The French tennis star was fighting back tears after losing his third-round match, so his son ran to the court to give him a hug.

Alex Rodriguez called Jennifer Lopez his 'dream date' in 1998 — watch the clip

Back in 1998, Alex Rodriguez was many years away from getting engaged to Jennifer Lopez, but he already knew that she was the woman for him.

These affordable golf shoes are trending on Amazon ahead of Father's Day

These shoes have seen more than a 2,000,000% sales increase in the last 24 hours!

MLB player devastated after foul ball strikes little girl: 'I'm just praying'

Albert Almora Jr. was overcome with emotion after he saw his hit hurt the girl.

Wife of NFL star Nick Foles reveals she suffered miscarriage

Tori Foles said she was only 15 weeks pregnant with the couple's second child. “The emotions go back and forth from immense and overwhelming sadness ... to...

12 workout staples that work in and outside the gym

Because let's be real ... we all want to live in leggings.

White Sox employee's ceremonial first pitch goes hilariously awry

There's bad and then there's whatever this was.

Serena Williams rocks bold look at French Open after catsuit ban

No catsuit? No problem. See the empowering outfit the tennis great wore to the competition this year.

NFL star JJ Watt is engaged: ‘I’m the luckiest man in the world’

He popped the question in truly a romantic location!

Sportscaster and wife die in tragic accident

Rod and Paula Bramblett were in a fatal car accident on Saturday in Alabama.

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Watch former President Obama surprise kids and show off his athletic skills

He tossed a football and took a turn at bat.

NFL quarterback Matthew Stafford reveals 'tough times' since wife’s brain surgery

The Detroit Lions quarterback recently returned to offseason practice after caring for his wife, Kelly, who had surgery to remove a tumor.

Ayesha Curry fires back at comment about 10-month-old son's weight

"No. Just no," the wife of Steph Curry said after being told she should practice "portion control" with her baby.

Arnold Schwarzenegger speaks out after being attacked at South Africa event

He was promoting sports and youth activities when a man drop-kicked him in the back.

Former WWE superstar Ashley Massaro unexpectedly dies at age 39

Stars from Mick Foley to Trish Stratus are all grieving Massaro's passing.

Tennis star shares how her dentist discovered rare form of cancer in her mouth

The Stanford grad said it took a dental appointment to take notice of a bump that had been in her mouth for years.

Cal Ripken Jr. on inspiring others with his new book, ‘Just Show Up’

Baseball legend Cal Ripken Jr. talks to Jenna Bush Hager and Savannah Guthrie about writing his new book, “Just Show Up,” in which he shares his wisdom and...

Kraft prosecutors cannot use massage parlor video, judge rules

A judge ruled that prosecutors cannot use surveillance video allegedly showing New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft soliciting a prostitute at a Florida...

Meet for the former NFL player studying mathematics at MIT

Former Baltimore Ravens player John Urschel retired from the NFL to focus on his next goal: earning a Ph.D. from MIT. He joins the 3rd hour of TODAY to talk...

Tiger Woods awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Trump on Monday honored golf legend Tiger Woods with the Presidential Medal of Freedom in a Rose Garden ceremony at the White House. It’s the highest...

Watch NFL player dance at his wedding 17 months after spinal injury

The Steelers linebacker had another inspiring moment in his recovery from spinal surgery.

NFL player Ryan Shazier dances at his wedding 17 months after spine injury

The doctors treating Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier said he might never walk again after he was carried off the field with a spinal injury 17 months...

Maximum Security owner says he will appeal Kentucky Derby disqualification

Owner Gary West added that Maximum Security will not be running in the Preakness following the controversy at Saturday's Kentucky Derby. "There's no Triple...

Maximum Security owner speaks out on Kentucky Derby disqualification

Gary West, co-owner of race horse Maximum Security, says in a TODAY exclusive that his team was “shocked and in complete disbelief” after the disqualification...

Kentucky Derby controversy: Maximum Security disqualification causes outrage

For the first time in the Kentucky Derby’s 145-year history, the first-place horse, Maximum Security, was disqualified for interference on the track. The controversial...

What would Willie Geist and Morgan Radford’s Kentucky Derby names be?

Willie Geist and Morgan Radford wrap up Sunday TODAY by checking their Sunday Mail. This week, viewers are asking what their Kentucky Derby names would be,...

See how Dylan Dreyer’s fancy Kentucky Derby hat was made

TODAY’s Dylan Dreyer shares a behind-the-scenes look at how her big and beautiful hat for the Kentucky Derby was created.

Kentucky Derby preview: Rain likely to impact horse race

All eyes will be on Churchill Downs for what’s called the greatest two minutes in sports: The Kentucky Derby. But recent downpours could impact the race. TODAY’s...

See Mr. Flower Fantastic’s rose art on Rockefeller Plaza

Al Roker shares a look at a new masterpiece from the anonymous, self-taught artist Mr. Flower Fantastic that lives right here at Rockefeller Plaza. NBC Sports...

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