Top 10 Sports Highlights from May: Key Moments and Players
A recap of the most significant sports stories from May, featuring key players and events that shaped the month.
Overview
Although many consider May a quieter time in sports, it was filled with exciting developments across various leagues. Here’s a look at the standout stories from the month.
10 Best Sports Storylines of May
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Caitlin Clark Sustains Injury
After a stellar start to her season averaging 19 points and 9.3 assists, Caitlin Clark suffered a quad injury, pushing her recovery timeline beyond two weeks. This update will be evaluated around June 8. -
Christian Pulisic Left Off Gold Cup Roster
Despite being the leading scorer for AC Milan, Christian Pulisic was not selected for the US Men’s National Team for this summer’s Gold Cup, alongside stars like Tim Weah and Weston McKinnie. Their absence raises questions on how the team will perform. -
Scottie Scheffler Wins PGA Championship
Scheffler dominated the competition with a five-stroke victory, demonstrating consistency and skill over the weekend, including a six-under par during Round 3. -
Sovereignty wins Kentucky Derby
Sovereignty triumphed over Journalism in the Kentucky Derby but missed competing in the Preakness, while Journalism secured a win there. -
Stanley Cup Finals Rematch
The Florida Panthers will face off against the Edmonton Oilers in a rematch of last year’s Stanley Cup finals after both teams fought through challenging playoff rounds. -
Indiana Pacers Return to NBA Finals
For the first time since 2000, the Pacers reached the NBA Finals, defeating the New York Knicks and gearing up to face the Oklahoma City Thunder. -
Mavericks Win NBA Draft Lottery
Unexpectedly, the Mavericks secured the first overall pick in the NBA Draft, a major surprise given their slim odds of 1.8%. -
PSG’s Historic Champions League Win
In a remarkable turn, PSG secured the UEFA Champions League title in their first season without Kylian Mbappe, defeating Inter Milan 5-0. -
NFL Schedule Release
The NFL unveiled its full 2025 season schedule, with notable highlights including a Super Bowl rematch. -
Alex Palou Wins Indy 500
Dominating the iconic race, Alex Palou secured his first Indy 500 victory, riding a wave of support and excitement as it aired on FOX for the first time.
