National Sports

LONDON — Anthony Martial struck late against Tottenham to ensure Manchester United still has Manchester City within its sights at the top of the English Premier League.

CLEBURNE, Texas — A high school football broadcaster in Texas has apologized after using a word during a game that many listeners interpreted as a racial slur. But Mark Banton insists what he said wasn't meant to be a slur.

HOUSTON — Anthony Rizzo is a cancer survivor and World Series champion. The Roberto Clemente Award is a trophy that will stand out for the Chicago Cubs slugger. "This is something that is so humbling to receive," Rizzo said.

SINGAPORE — Venus Williams rallied at the WTA Finals to beat Caroline Garcia of France 6-7 (3), 6-2, 6-3 Saturday and become the oldest women's finalist at the year-end tournament.

LONDON — The Cleveland Browns evacuated their London hotel for an hour Saturday morning because of a gas leak in the resort's kitchen.

HOUSTON — Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel is facing possible punishment after making a racist gesture during the World Series.

HOUSTON — A perfect fit in their own place, the Houston Astros are halfway home.

LOS ANGELES — DeMar DeRozan has stuck with the Toronto Raptors for 600 games because of exactly what he did to the Lakers.

REGINA — The Saskatchewan Roughriders didn't feel the need to roll out the welcome mat for a special guest.

Friday's Games MLB World Series Houston 5 L.A. Dodgers 3 (Astros lead series 2-1) --- CFL Ottawa 41 Hamilton 36 Saskatchewan 37 Montreal 12 --- NHL Dallas 2 Calgary 1 New Jersey 5 Ottawa 4 (SO) Columbus 2 Winnipeg 1 (OT) Vegas 7 Colorado 0 St.