SPORTS

The Northern Ireland star shined again with a victory on Sunday.

Serena Williams defeated Victoria Azarenka in three sets.

In a difficult battle against the Belarusian Victoria Azarenka, the American Serena Williams came back Sunday to win her fourth U.S. Open women's singles title in a hotly contested three-set match -- 6-2, 2-6, 7-5 -- at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing Meadows in New York.

Serena Williams won the U.S. Open women's singles title at Flushing Meadows in New York on Sunday, beating the world's No. 1 player Victoria Azarenka -- 6-2, 2-6, 7-5 -- in a dramatic final match to capture her 15th career grand slam title.

The Pittsburgh Steelers bring their formidable defense to Peyton Manning's new home Sunday night.

Serena Williams faces No. 1 ranked Victoria Azarenka in the women's US Open final Sunday afternoon.

The Carolina Panthers square off against NFC South rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1.

Quarterback Russell Wilson surprised everyone and earned the starting spot over veteran Matt Flynn.

The Green Bay Packers face the San Francisco 49ers in each team’s 2012 season opener. Here’s how to watch a live stream online, as well as a preview, prediction and betting line for the contest.

The Philadelphia Eagles face the Cleveland Browns in each team’s 2012 season opener. Here’s how to watch a live stream online, as well as a preview and prediction for the contest.

The Washington Redskins face the New Orleans Saints in each team’s 2012 season opener. Here’s how to watch a live stream online, as well as a preview and prediction for the contest.

Houston begins their AFC South title defense Sunday against the Miami Dolphins.

The New York Jets face the Buffalo Bills in each team’s 2012 season opener. Here’s how to watch a live stream online, as well as a preview and prediction for the contest.

Adrian Peterson is still recovering from an ACL injury he suffered last season, but could see action Sunday.

Atlanta starts over after a disappoint first round exit in the 2011 playoffs.

New England begins their AFC title defense against the Tennessee Titans.

The Detroit Lions host the St. Louis Rams Sunday at Ford Field.

Rookie quarterback Andrew Luck hopes to be the second No. 1 overall pick to win his first start.

Tulane University safety Devon Walker was seriously injured during a football game Saturday. The 21-year-old safety reportedly fractured his cervical spine after a head-on collision with a teammate during the game against the University of Tulsa. Walker will undergo surgery in coming days.

After Brendon Ayanbadejo, a linebacker with the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens, spoke out in favor of Maryland legislation that would legalize gay marriage in the state, a local politician couldn’t resist getting involved. Last week, Emmett C. Burns Jr. wrote to Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti encouraging him to silence his employee on the hot-button issue. On Friday, Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe responded to Burns.

The No. 3 ranked LSU Tigers welcome the Washington Huskies Saturday night at Tiger Stadium

Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant was arrested on July 16 for a misdemeanor assault charge.

Quarterback Peyton Manning has a long history of turning wide receivers in to top fantasy picks.

Former Knick head coach Isiah Thomas has remained close to team owner James Dolan since leaving the team in 2008.

Watch live coverage of the US Open men's semifinals, plus get a detailed preview and prediction of both matches.

Jamaica holds a seven point lead in their group thanks to a thrilling victory over the United States Friday night.

The No.2 ranked Trojans battle Syracuse Saturday afternoon at MetLife Stadium.

Watch live coverage of qualifying for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, plus a full preview and prediction.

Watch live coverage of the World Cup qualifier between Costa Rica and Mexico, plus a full preview, team news and prediction.