Sports News Roundup: Rafa's rhythm; Bell works out at Jets' minicamp

NFL notebook: Bell works out at Jets' minicamp

Running back Le'Veon Bell took part in on-field workouts at the New York Jets' mandatory minicamp Tuesday after skipping most of the team's spring voluntary workouts. He worked with the first-team offense in 11-on-11 drills in what was his first competitive football since January 2018, when he last played for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Hope for Federer if he breaks Rafa's rhythm

Short of booting him in the shins at a change of ends, Roger Federer has used just about everything in his vast armory to try and beat Rafael Nadal at the French Open -- so he will need something different when they meet on the Parisian clay for the first time in eight years on Friday. Five editions of arguably the sport's greatest rivalry have taken place on the Parisian claycourts, the first in 2005 when Nadal burst into the public consciousness by taking the title on his debut and the most recent in 2011.

NBA notebook: Durant officially out for Game 3

Kevin Durant is officially out for Game 3, while Klay Thompson was listed as questionable by Golden State coach Steve Kerr for Wednesday's NBA Finals game against the visiting Toronto Raptors. Durant (calf) is moving closer to a return from the injury he sustained May 8 against the Houston Rockets in the second round of the playoffs.

Soccer: U.S. goalkeeper Naeher has big boots to fill at World Cup

United States goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher has big boots to fill at the Women's World Cup as she belatedly earns a chance to be the leading lady on the biggest stage after graduating from her previous role as understudy. Naeher was on the bench at the 2015 World Cup and 2016 Olympics when the larger-than-life Hope Solo was the custodian in goal for the Americans.

NHL notebook: Bruins' Chara reportedly has broken jaw

Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara sustained a broken jaw when hit in the face by a puck in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, multiple media outlets reported Tuesday. However, the Bruins continue to list the 42-year-old captain's status as undecided. The best-of-seven championship series between the Bruins and the St. Louis Blues is tied at 2-2 heading into Game 5 on Thursday night in Boston.

MLB roundup: Bruce blasts 2 HRs in first start for Phils

Jay Bruce wasted little time in making his presence felt with the Philadelphia Phillies. Two days after being acquired by the Phillies from the Seattle Mariners, Bruce hit two home runs, doubled and equaled his career high with six RBIs on Tuesday night to lead the Phillies to a 9-6 win over the host San Diego Padres.

Rain clouds hang over Roland Garros as grand slam program is hit

Dark rain clouds hung ominously over Roland Garros on Wednesday as organizers grappled with scheduling changes. Just a smattering of tennis was played in the morning, retired greats entertaining the early crowds, before rain set in.

In golden era of tennis rivalries, Nadal-Djokovic stands out, says Wilander

Roger Federer's gripping four-set victory over friend and compatriot Stan Wawrinka has set up a tantalizing semi-final showdown with clay-court king Rafael Nadal, the 39th meeting between two of the most successful players of all time. But for Swedish seven-times Grand Slam champion Mats Wilander it's still not the most intense rivalry in this stand out era of men's tennis, during which three of the greatest men's players in history have pushed each other to the limit.

Zverev poised to present Roland Garros hurdle to Djokovic, says Becker

Alexander Zverev is finding top form at just the right time and is set to present a considerable Roland Garros barrier to top seed Novak Djokovic, said Boris Becker. Djokovic and Zverev had been due to clash later on Wednesday in the top quarter-final, but persistent rain has meant no singles play has started, and it is looking increasingly unlikely that the pair will manage to play.

Tennis: Wet weather set to help Halep

While disappointed tennis fans trooped out of Roland Garros on Wednesday with the day's play washed out, women's champion Simona Halep might be forgiven for performing her own rain dance. The top seed had been due to meet 17-year-old American Amanda Anisimova for a spot in the semi-finals, a match that will now take place on Thursday.