Sports News Roundup: Magic blitz Hornets, headed for at least play-in; Fans excited to see Ohtani as MLB opens season in Seoul and more

The 26-year-old, who is set to earn his 50th cap for Brazil in friendly matches against England and Spain, opened up about how therapy helped him find his rhythm again. Motor racing-Ethics committee clears FIA president of F1 race interference Formula One's governing body said on Wednesday its ethics committee had cleared FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem of claims he interfered with races in Saudi Arabia and Las Vegas last season.

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

Lions CB Cameron Sutton wanted on domestic violence warrant

Detroit Lions starting cornerback Cameron Sutton is the subject of an arrest warrant in Hillsborough County, Fla. The sheriff's office there said Wednesday he is wanted for aggravated battery-domestic violence and described the Jeep Grand Wagoneer that he was believed to be driving. The public was asked to contact the office if Sutton or the vehicle were spotted.

Olympics-World Boxing to seek IOC recognition for 2028 Games

World Boxing will seek recognition from Olympic organisers to replace the Russian-led International Boxing Association and keep the troubled sport on the programme for the 2028 Los Angeles Games, the fledgling body said on Wednesday. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) stripped the IBA of recognition last June after saying it had failed to complete reforms on governance, finance and ethical issues.

Saudi soccer deal in graft spotlight as Spanish federation and ex-boss raided

Police searched the Spanish Soccer Federation (RFEF) headquarters and an apartment belonging to its former head Luis Rubiales on Wednesday in a corruption probe over a multimillion-euro deal to relocate the Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia. A Spanish court has been investigating since June 2022 whether Rubiales committed a crime of improper management when the RFEF agreed with former FC Barcelona player Gerard Pique's Kosmos firm to move the tournament, a judicial source said.

NBA roundup: Magic blitz Hornets, headed for at least play-in

Cole Anthony scored 19 of his 21 points in the first half as the Orlando Magic romped past the visiting Charlotte Hornets, 112-92, on Tuesday night, securing a spot in at least the play-in round of the NBA postseason. Jalen Suggs poured in 16 points, Moritz Wagner and Paolo Banchero each had 13 points and Franz Wagner added 11 points for the Magic, who have won nine of their past 11 games. Orlando led by as many as 41 points in the first half.

Baseball-Fans excited to see Ohtani as MLB opens season in Seoul

Baseball fans from around the world flocked to Seoul for Major League Baseball's first opening series in South Korea on Wednesday, excited to see Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani. Nearly 17,000 tickets sold out within minutes for the two-game opener at Gocheok Sky Dome where the Dodgers defeated the San Diego Padres 5-2.

Tennis-Ferrero giving Alcaraz reason to smile in Sunshine Double quest

Indian Wells champion Carlos Alcaraz has plenty to smile about heading into this week's Miami Open with long-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero helping him regain top form after a brief absence from his box at the start of the season. Former world number one Ferrero, who retired from playing in 2012, underwent knee surgery and was absent from the Australian Open, where 20-year-old Alcaraz lost in the quarter-finals to Alexander Zverev.

Spring training roundup: Jackson Holliday helps O's trip up Rays

Jackson Holliday, the No. 1 overall draft pick in 2022, went 2-for-3 with a solo home run to help the Baltimore Orioles outslug the host Toronto Blue Jays 13-8 on Tuesday in Dunedin, Fla. Holliday is Baltimore's top prospect and is expected to join the big-league club this season at 20 years old. He has put together a strong spring, hitting .326 with two homers and six RBIs in 14 games.

Report: Washington AD Troy Dannen heading to Nebraska

Troy Dannen's stay at Washington was brief. Dannen, who took over as the athletic director in Seattle on Oct. 9, is finalizing a six-year deal to take the same role at Nebraska, ESPN reported Wednesday.

Soccer-Brazil's Richarlison urges players to seek help for mental health issues

Tottenham Hotspur and Brazil forward Richarlison said players must rise above the stigma and seek psychological help for mental health issues, ahead of Saturday's international friendly against England. The 26-year-old, who is set to earn his 50th cap for Brazil in friendly matches against England and Spain, opened up about how therapy helped him find his rhythm again.

Motor racing-Ethics committee clears FIA president of F1 race interference

Formula One's governing body said on Wednesday its ethics committee had cleared FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem of claims he interfered with races in Saudi Arabia and Las Vegas last season. The Emirati had faced whistleblower accusations he sought to prevent circuit approval ahead of the showcase Las Vegas Grand Prix and had allegedly interfered in the outcome of the Saudi round in Jeddah.

(With inputs from agencies.)