Athletes

Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes are being called out for allegedly downplaying their role in a Kansas City steakhouse, after being hit with a federal lawsuit ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, the company 1587 Sneakers, which is suing Travis and Patrick for trademark infringement, scoffed at the NFL stars' claim that they were not official members of the LLC used to launch their steakhouse, 1587 Steakhouse.

Travis and Patrick claimed evidence will show they hold no direct interest in, and are not authorized to exert control over, the restaurant.

Elijah Bieniemy told police he needed his guns back because he was a "certified UFC fighter" ... but the MMA promotion says that's news to them.

TMZ Sports reached out to the UFC for clarification -- 'cause ya never know -- after a report surfaced indicating the 27-year-old son of Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy called cops on July 24 complaining his parents were "withholding" his guns.

According to The Athletic, Elijah said he required access to the weapons to defend himself due to his status as a UFC fighter.

But, not so fast.

The promotion tells us Elijah isn't affiliated with them in any way, and definitely isn't a rostered fighter.

Mackenzie Dern's UFC champion, but she hasn't come close to accomplishing all her goals ... 'cause the MMA star says she wants to be the greatest ever in her division!

The strawweight champ stopped by the TMZ Sports office for a chat with Babcock ahead of her UFC 330 scrap with Gillian Robertson.

Dern made it clear she’s aiming way higher than just a successful title defense.

WWE Hall of Famer Dory Funk Jr. -- one of the longest-reigning world champions in professional wrestling history -- is dead.

Triple H announced Dory's death Tuesday ... paying tribute to the wrestling legend and saying Dory's hard-nosed style inspired countless performers and helped lay the early foundation for pro wrestling to become a global phenomenon.

He said Dory's impact stretched far beyond his own matches ... pointing to the decades Dory spent training younger athletes for life inside the squared circle.

Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau's father has not forgiven the man who allegedly took their lives ... as the two-year anniversary of their death looms ... TMZ has learned.

Guy Gaudreau tells TMZ ... he has not forgiven Sean Higgins, who was charged with aggravated manslaughter after allegedly ramming his Jeep into the brothers while they rode bicycles in New Jersey. Guy also says he has not forgiven God for taking his sons away from him.

He explains ... "Everyone's life goes on but mine. I will never get my sons back."

Guy told us he doesn't know how he will ever forgive Higgins.

Brock Lesnar is officially hanging it up.

The Beast Incarnate made the major announcement during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show on Tuesday and made it crystal clear -- his Hell in a Cell loss to Oba Femi at SummerSlam this past weekend in Minneapolis was the final match of his legendary career.

“I’m here today to let the world know that I am retired and I wanted to say a big thank you to everybody,” Lesnar told Pat and A.J. Hawk. “Saturday was a very emotional day for me.”

It's not the first time Lesnar has said he's done with wrestling -- but this feels different.

Annemarie Wiley is ripping Emmanuel Acho for calling her "dumb as hell" over how she handled alleged abuse in her marriage ... saying attacks like Acho's are exactly why domestic violence victims stay silent.

The former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star fired back Monday on Instagram ... accusing Acho of spewing "disgusting and disturbing things" about her and her family.

Annemarie says Acho has no clue what women, mothers and victims endure while trying to protect their children ... or escape situations that seem impossible to leave.

Shots fired between Megyn Kelly and Dave Portnoy ... they're locked in a social media scrap over Caitlin Clark's stance -- or lack thereof -- about transgender athletes in women's sports.

Here's the deal ... the WNBA superstar got feisty with a reporter who asked her thoughts on teammate Sophie Cunningham's controversial comments against "biological men" competing against young girls in sports. Basically, Caitlin gave a non-answer and, when pressed, told the reporter to kick rocks.

Megyn, the ultra-conservative media personality, blasted Caitlin as a "coward" for dodging the question ... and in rode Portnoy to defend CC ... saying, "Absolute moron/idiot to call Caitlin a coward for this answer. 1st of all, you don't even know how she feels on this issue and more importantly, she doesn't owe it to you or anybody else to be your political talking point."

UFC fighter Allan Nascimento, who just fought in June, is dead ... the promotion announced Monday afternoon, shocking fans.

He was only 34 years old.

The UFC says Nascimento was located after suffering a medical emergency overnight ... and despite the best efforts of first responders, Allan couldn't be saved.

"This morning, Monday, August 3rd, our beloved flyweight fighter, Allan Nascimento, was found unresponsive after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep," the official statement reads.

Think again if you envisioned a controversy-free final season for Aaron Rodgers ... 'cause the 4x NFL MVP just destroyed Dr. Anthony Fauci on live TV!

The Steelers quarterback joined The Pat McAfee Show on Monday live from training camp in Pennsylvania ... and he went scorched earth on the good doctor after pleading the Fifth more than 100 times in a Senate hearing last week.

Asked about his mindset heading into his last dance, Rodgers didn’t miss a beat.

Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner were honored at Sunday's Los Angeles Dodgers game ... and their son, Jake, and daughter, Romy, threw out the ceremonial first pitches.

Jake and Romy walked out to the mound in their custom "Reiner" Dodgers jerseys ... and they hugged after throwing their baseballs.

Rob, a lifelong Dodgers fan, was honored before the game in an emotional tribute.

Jake had previously written in a heartbreaking post that he and and his father shared love of the Dodgers -- and he wouldn't be able to set foot in Dodger Stadium without thinking about him -- so this was definitely a fitting way to honor his memory.

Jerry Jones says Tony Romo has spent his whole life getting back up after taking hits ... and he's confident the former Cowboys QB will do it again following his OWI arrest.

The Cowboys owner said in an interview with KDFW FOX 4 he's been talking with Romo and remains firmly in his corner ... praising his character, family, and ability to handle adversity.

"Do you think Tony Romo knows how to get up when he gets knocked down?" Jones said ... before adding, "Absolutely, that's one of his greatest attributes ... this is something that he will work through."

Wedding bells are ringing for Donovan Mitchell and Coco Jones ... the Cleveland Cavaliers superstar and Grammy-winning R&B singer are officially husband and wife!!!

The happy couple tied the knot Saturday in front of their closest family and friends ... and judging by the first photos and videos from the celebration, the reception is already an unforgettable party.

Coco absolutely stole the show in a stunning reception gown paired with a flowing veil, while Donovan cleaned up in a sharp cream-colored tux that had him looking every bit the groom.

Maren Morris just revealed some more details about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding vows!

The country crooner told PEOPLE in an interview published Saturday that their vows gave "a closer look into their love for each other and their sense of humor."

We previously told you their personal vows were written in little books and lasted about 20 minutes each ... and the pop superstar's sweet words made the NFL star break down in tears!

Former NFL player Patrick Murtagh and his partner, influencer Hannah Orval, have announced the loss of their first child together.

The couple announced the sad news on Instagram Friday, revealing their baby boy, Meelo Michael Murtagh, was born early and "sleeping." They went on, "he will forever be the biggest missing piece of the rest of our story. to be a family for even just for a day was irreplaceable."

Hannah added, "childbirth, I would do it over again every day in every lifetime to meet him."

Jakob Butturff, an 8-time professional bowling champion with the PBA, has died suddenly, the association announced.

PBA Commissioner Tom Clark revealed he died "unexpectedly" Friday and remembered him as "one of the most unique players in PBA history." A cause of death was not given.

Tom's statement went on, "Fans marveled at his delivery, as he rode a wave of strikes into becoming a top player in the sport, capable of winning at any time, in any event. Jakob was kind, he was respectful, and he was a champion. He will never be forgotten."