Dennis Rodman has said he does not regret the Detroit Pistons’ decision to not shake hands with Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls after their 1991 playoff loss. Rodman admitted the Pistons didn’t know how to handle the Bulls. Isiah Thomas has expressed regret over the incident.
Colin Mitchell’s putback at the buzzer gave Mary Washington a 75-73 victory over Emory to win its first Division III championship. Kye Robinson scored 27 points for Mary Washington. Emory erased a 63-50 deficit with 4:49 remaining, before Mitchell’s final shot.
Colorado backup quarterback Dominiq Ponder had double the legal limit of alcohol in his system when he crashed his car on March 1. The autopsy report stated Ponder’s blood-alcohol content was 0.167 g/100 mL. Ponder’s family has started a foundation in his honour to promote awareness.
Matteo Berrettini advanced to the second round of the Monte Carlo Masters after Roberto Bautista Agut retired 23 minutes into their match. Bautista Agut, a lucky loser in the draw, stopped playing while trailing 4-0. Berrettini will now face Daniil Medvedev.
Grigor Dimitrov, currently ranked No. 93, is looking to improve his form on clay at the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters. He faces Tomas Martin Etcheverry, who is ranked No. 30 and enters the tournament after a quarterfinal run in Houston. Dimitrov has a 1-0 head-to-head record against Etcheverry.
Aaron Ramsey, Wales captain and former Arsenal midfielder, has announced his retirement from professional football with immediate effect. The 35-year-old, who had been without a club since leaving Mexican side Pumas UNAM last year, is expected to pursue a career in coaching. Ramsey made his senior Wales debut at the age of 17 in 2008.
Bryce Harper went 3-for-4 with two doubles, three RBIs and a walk in the Phillies’ 6-4 comeback victory over the Giants. Harper helped the Phillies win their first series-opening game in San Francisco since 2014. The Giants carried a 4-0 lead into the fifth inning before the Phillies rallied.
The Champions Cup quarter-final line-up is complete, with three English clubs remaining. Northampton will face Bath in the last eight. The final is scheduled for May 23 in Bilbao.
Harry Maguire has signed a new contract with Manchester United that will extend his stay with the club until June 2027, with the option for a further year. Maguire said representing Manchester United is the ultimate honour. Jason Wilcox, Manchester United director of football, said Maguire represents the mentality and resilience required to perform for Manchester United.
Former England captain Courtney Lawes has announced his intention to return to international rugby. This follows his signing for Sale Sharks for the 2026-27 season. Lawes retired from internationals after the 2023 tournament.