Klitschko leaves boxing to pursue politics

(Sergei Chuzavkov / Associated Press)

Vitali Klitschko vacates his WBC world heavyweight title on Monday and says he doesn’t expect to fight again as he pursues a presidential bid in Ukraine.

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Girls’ Basketball: Anacostia 52, H.D. Woodson 46

The Warriors lose their first DCIAA game since 2006, breaking a 113-game winning streak Monday night in Washington, D.C,

Sports stars who moved to politics

A world heavyweight champion has decided to give up his title to focus on running for president of Ukraine. He’s just the latest athlete to go into politics. Here are a few.

Washington loses sixth in a row

End-of-game two-point conversion play fails as the Redskins lose to the Falcons, 27-26.

Navy runs to 34-7 win over Army

Keenan Reynolds ran through steady snow and swirling wind into the NCAA record book, helping Navy beat Army.

Centreville wins Virginia 6A state title

Wildcats finish undefeated season with a 35 -6 win against Oscar Smith.

Briar Woods falls to L.C. Bird in Virginia 5A final

The Skyhawks sneak past the Falcons, 35-28, to keep Briar Woods from a fourth straight title.

West Springfield wins, 54-53, against T.C. Williams in Patriot opener

Late free throws by Spartans secure close victory over Titans.

No. 1 Paul VI tops No. 2 St. John’s, 71-51

Panthers dominate against Cadets to remain undefeated.

Concussions force former Stone Bridge star Spenser Rositano to retire

Rositano, a standout at Stone Bridge and Boston College, decides to end career after sixth concussion.

Kirk Cousins takes the reins

With Robert Griffin III benched, the former backup works out with the Redskins’ first team.

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Top Basketball Plays: Episode 1

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The Takeaway: Kirk Cousins shows promise

The Takeaway: Kirk Cousins shows promise

The Washington Post's Jason Reid sees Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins's performance on Sunday as encouraging, but wonders if he can keep it up against the Cowboys.
College football player in rape investigation wins Heisman

College football player in rape investigation wins Heisman

Amid an allegation of rape, Florida State University quarterback Jameis Winston wins coveted Heisman Trophy.
Centreville wins VA 6A State Finals 35-6 over Oscar Smith while Briar Woods falls short to L.C. Byrd in VA 5A State Finals 35-28

Centreville wins VA 6A State Finals 35-6 over Oscar Smith while Briar Woods falls short to L.C. Byrd in VA 5A State Finals 35-28

The Wildcats complete the undefeated season in a rout over the Tigers and the Falcons drop chance at fourth straight state title to the Skyhawks
No. 1 Paul VI defeats No. 4 Montrose Christian, 75-58

No. 1 Paul VI defeats No. 4 Montrose Christian, 75-58

The Panthers defeated the Mustangs in the National High School Hoops Festival behind Kevin Dorsey’s 20 points and 19 points from Marcus Derrickson.
St. John’s defeat Potomac, 81-67

St. John’s defeat Potomac, 81-67

The Cadets put on a dominant display against the Wolverines.
Tiger Woods' half brother arrested

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Police say Earl Woods Jr called in a fake bomb threat to his workplace.
At least three stabbed outside Broncos' Stadium

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At least three people were stabbed outside the Denver Broncos' stadium on Thursday night. Police have suspects in custody.
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