Who are the reserve drivers for each F1 team in 2026?
Teams need to be prepared to adapt to every scenario, including the possibility that one of their main drivers could fall ill or sustain an injury that rules them out of a race weekend.
Latest
Back with Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews reflects on gold medal win and aftermath
The Maple Leafs' captain visited the White House on Tuesday before flying to Tampa to rejoin the team.
Source: Bears allow LB Edmunds to seek trade
The Bears have granted linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to find a trade, a source confirmed to ESPN.
West contenders face big questions in sprint to playoffs: Which teams have fatal flaws?
There is a beauty in the basketball we see after the All-Star break. The fun is in the sprint toward the playoffs when we can see and feel the urgency from teams, identity against identity, working to sprinkle in more game plans.
‘Leap of faith’: Why breakout star is suddenly heaping pressure on maligned Aussie all-rounder
Following a breakout summer across formats, South Australian all-rounder Liam Scott is pressing his case for national selection as pressure mounts on the out-of-form Cameron Green.
Source: Broncos bring Colorado DC onto staff
The Broncos have hired Colorado DC Robert Livingston to be their defensive passing-game coordinator, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Wednesday.
Seahawks expect invitation to White House, will wait to decide on visit
The Seahawks visited the White House in May 2014, while President Barack Obama was in office, following their victory in Super Bowl 48.
Connor Hellebuyck to join list of Olympic legends awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom
“I’ve never seen a goaltender play as well as goalie Connor Hellebuyck,” Donald Trump said at his State of the Union address.
Lakers hire former Virginia coach Tony Bennett as NBA Draft adviser
The Lakers have begun rebuilding their college scouting department after firing assistant general manager Jesse Buss in November.
Harden questionable for Cavs with thumb fracture
The Cavaliers said guard James Harden is questionable for Wednesday night's game against the Bucks after suffering a non-displaced fracture in his right thumb Tuesday against the Knicks.
NBABasketball
MVP odds tighten as SGA, Jokic near ineligibility
The odds to win the NBA's regular-season MVP have tightened, with the top two betting favorites -- Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Denver's Nikola Jokic -- at risk of not qualifying for the award.
Cavaliers star James Harden being evaluated after sustaining fractured right thumb in win over Knicks
The Cleveland Cavaliers made one of the more impactful moves at the NBA trade deadline, acquiring 11-time All-Star James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers.
James Harden Suffers Fractured Right Thumb
James Harden has been diagnosed with a broken right thumb suffered in the Cleveland Cavaliers' win on Tuesday over the New York Knicks. Harden is undergoing additional evaluations and treatment. Harden is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks.
Lakers Hire Tony Bennett As Draft Advisor
Tony Bennett has been hired by the Los Angeles Lakers as a NBA Draft advisor to Rob Pelinka. "We're thrilled and honored to welcome Tony as an advisor to the Lakers basketball operations department," Pelinka said.
Lakers name former UVA coach Tony Bennett as a 'draft advisor' to Rob Pelinka
Tony Bennett shocked many in 2024 when he abruptly retired as the University of Virginia's men's basketball coach just days before the season started, but it turns out he wasn't done with basketball.
The Bounce: Are the Spurs ready to win it all ... this year?
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
How to Watch Florida Gators vs. Texas Longhorns Men's Basketball: Tip-Off Time, TV Channels, and Streaming Guide
The encounter between the Florida Gators and the Texas Longhorns on February 25, 2026, represents a high-stakes convergence of two programs moving in distinct yet equally ambitious directions within the expanded Southeastern Conference (SEC).
James Harden and the honeymoon stage: The Cavaliers are rolling, but can the good times last?
There is no doubt, for now, the Cleveland Cavaliers are better with James Harden.
How to Watch St. John's Red Storm vs. UConn Huskies Fighting Irish
The collegiate basketball landscape on February 25, 2026, is dominated by a marquee Big East showdown that carries significant implications for both the conference standings and the rapidly approaching NCAA Tournament selection process. The St.
Luka Doncic Takes Blame For Failed Final-Second Play In Lakers' Loss To Magic
Luka Doncic accepted fault for a failed late-game execution that handed the Los Angeles Lakers a 110-109 defeat against the Orlando Magic on Tuesday. The critical breakdown occurred on a sideline inbound play with under seven seconds remaining. Following Wendell Carter Jr.
Basketball
What MVP voters should’ve done after snub... and big name voters forgot — NBL Top 10 Players
The NBL regular season is officially in the books and before Finals tip off, it’s time to rank the top 10 players of the year.
Where to Watch San Antonio Spurs vs. Toronto Raptors: Broadcast Schedule and Streaming
The February 25, 2026, matchup between the San Antonio Spurs and the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena represents a pivotal juncture in the 2025-26 NBA campaign, serving as a primary showcase for the league's evolved competitive landscape.
Nike Originally Created Kobe Bryant's Black Mamba Campaign For Michael Jordan
Nike's iconic black mamba brand, long associated with the late Kobe Bryant, was originally created for Michael Jordan before the basketball legend's fear of snakes killed the campaign, according to an ESPN report.
How to watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Detroit Pistons
The February 25 meeting is a rare occurrence where both the Western Conference leader and the Eastern Conference leader face off late in the season with nearly identical records of dominance.
Inside the secret history of the black mamba
In late 2002, Nike began creating a global campaign featuring the black mamba -- and presented it to an NBA superstar. That star was not Kobe Bryant.
NBA Power Rankings: Will the Wolves rise? Where all 30 teams land after All-Star break
NBA insiders break down where all 30 teams land coming out of the All-Star break.
Jordan Goodwin Out 1-2 Weeks Due To Left Calf Strain
The Phoenix Suns continue to be hit by injuries. Reserve guard Jordan Goodwin is the latest to join the injury report. Goodwin will be re-evaluated in one to two weeks, as he's dealing with a strained left calf.
2026 coaching carousel: Who's on the hot seat? Who are the names to watch?
The schools (Oklahoma? Syracuse?), names (Will Wade? Porter Moser? Josh Schertz?) and buzz we're tracking.
Former Nuggets GM Calvin Booth opens up about shocking Denver exit, rift with Michael Malone: 'Some version of this was going to happen'
It's approaching a year since the Denver Nuggets fired Calvin Booth and Michael Malone on the same day. It was a stunning move that ended the tenures of the GM and coach who delivered the franchise its first championship just two years earlier.
When it comes to tanking, the Jazz are doing what a small-market NBA team should
Sources say the Jazz weren't happy about their recent $500,000 fine.
Cricket
‘Very embarrassing’: Hosts is in a spin as WC exit confirmed by Kiwi drubbing
New Zealand knocked co-hosts Sri Lanka out of the T20 World Cup on Wednesday with a 61-run win in Colombo that boosted their semi-final hopes.
English cricket’s hunger for Indian money has led it into a moral and legal minefield
Potential exclusion of Pakistan players in the Hundred could breach UK laws on discrimination and leave ECB exposed.
Sussex acknowledge 'wake-up call' after finances show £1.3 million loss
Club was put into special measures by ECB last month, with four board members resigning.
Ravindra, Santner, McConchie eliminate Sri Lanka
A stunning rearguard from Santner and McConchie with the bat, followed by Ravindra's four-for, gave New Zealand a massive win.
Sri Lanka collapse against New Zealand to exit T20 World Cup
Co-hosts Sri Lanka are out of the T20 World Cup after collapsing to a 61-run defeat by New Zealand in Colombo.
South Africa wary of West Indies' SA20 knowledge
Hope, Rutherford, Chase, Hosein and Motie spent the SA20 season facing South Africa's top players. Does that give West Indies an edge in a high-stakes game?.
Zimbabwe aiming to surprise India with bowling variety
With plenty of spin and tall pace options, Ryal Burl is hoping Zimbabwe's attack will challenge India in Chennai.
SA vs WI: Clash of heavyweights in another high-stakes battle in Ahmedabad
South Africa and West Indies are both unbeaten in the tournament so far and whoever wins on Thursday will get much closer to a semi-final spot.
Maharaj plays down Ahmedabad advantage as pitches keep SA guessing
While playing majority of their games in Ahmedabad has offered South Africa stability and routine, the ever-changing surfaces mean they must adapt quickly.
'Not a big thing': Dogra downplays head-butting incident in Ranji final
The J&K captain head-butted Karnataka substitute fielder KV Aneesh while both players were wearing helmets.
Motorsport
'Promoter's Caution' out of NASCAR All-Star Race
NASCAR scrapped the "Promoter's Caution" for this season's All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway and will run a three-segment, 350-lap competition.
The Audi prospect making waves in single-seater racing
Freddie Slater, the first driver signed to Audi's junior programme, chats about his rapid rise to F3, his goal to make it into F1 and his friendship with current World Champion Lando Norris.
What do the new lights on F1 cars mean?
Everyone’s been talking about the raft of technical innovations and changes for 2026, but one of the easiest for fans to spot is the new rear and side lights on each car.
F1 betting talking points ahead of 2026 season
Our betting experts answer the key F1 talking points ahead of the Australian Grand Prix, including which drivers and teams they're backing this season.
F1 welcomes Damson Idris as Global Brand Ambassador
Following the launch of F1’s ‘All To Drive For’ campaign, featuring acclaimed actor Damson Idris, the Hollywood star is officially joining the F1 family as a Global Brand Ambassador.
Albon admits Williams are ‘not where we want to be’
Alex Albon conceded that Williams are on the back foot ahead of the season opener in Australia.
Predict the Australian GP Winner for a chance to win
The lights are about to go out in Melbourne and this year; fans have more than just championship points to play for. We’re giving you the chance to win the brand-new TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E5 45 mm x Formula 1 Edition simply by predicting who will win the 2026 Australian Grand Prix winner.
Alpine performance is ‘tricky to tell’ – Colapinto
Franco Colapinto has admitted that despite early signs of promise, it’s “tricky to tell” how competitive Alpine will be compared to their midfield rivals as they target a significant improvement from last season.
Horner on Red Bull exit: Verstappens not to blame
Christian Horner does not believe Max Verstappen or his father Jos had anything to do with his firing from Red Bull last year.
The 'rare combination' behind Britain's youngest F1 driver
Arvid Lindblad tells BBC Sport about being shaped by his Indian and Swedish heritage and how he was fixated on reaching F1 from aged five.
Football
Football news 2026: Socceroos predicted World Cup squad, state of play, Aussies in form, Roo Radar, Mohamed Toure, Jordy Bos, Riley McGree, latest news, video, highlight
Australia’s World Cup squad is beginning to take shape with a host of impressive performances in Europe surely catching Tony Popovic’s eye.
VAR 'debilitating' for referees - Celtic's O'Neill
Martin O'Neill is of the view VAR is "debilitating" for officials on the pitch as he brands the Scottish FA process for appealing against decisions "worthless".
Man Utd CEO hails impact of cost-cutting moves
Manchester United CEO Omar Berrada has said extensive cost-cutting measures are starting to pay off as the club released their latest financial results.
UEFA rejects appeal of Prestianni ban vs. Madrid
UEFA have dismissed Benfica's appeal against a ban handed out to Gianluca Prestianni ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
The U.S. should scrap World Cup fan festivals — nobody likes forced fun
There is no history of 'fan zone'-type events in the U.S. so why not just let supporters celebrate the event naturally?.
Pitch Points: Bodø/Glimt give us hope for the future; have Arsenal turned the corner?
The world of soccer throws up no shortage of questions. Today, Graham Ruthven endeavors to answer three of them The soccer news agenda hasn’t exactly been a picnic recently. Concerns over the hosting of World Cup matches in Mexico.
Dortmund criticise Italian authorities over fan treatment
Borussia Dortmund criticise the "disproportionate measures" taken by the Italian authorities that means some of their fans will miss Wednesday's Champions League match at Atalanta.
Dublin to host Republic of Ireland-Israel game
The Republic of Ireland's home Nations League fixture against Israel on 4 October will be played at Dublin's Aviva Stadium, says the the Football Association of Ireland.
OneFootball to show MLS NEXT Pro matches in 2026
OneFootball can today announce that we will be showing MLS NEXT Pro matches in 2026.To build on the incredible momentum football is experiencing across the United States and Canada, OneFootball is partnering with MLS NEXT Pro to welcome MLS NEXT Pro onto the OneFootball platform, where the league will stream matches of the 2026 season live! . Fans around the world will be able to watch the regular season, the playoffs and the MLS NEXT Pro Cup completely for free.
Football Daily
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Rugby League
DCE dream, Eels Dally M winner, Haas drama as Broncos crash and two rise to finals: Crawls
With the NRL season officially kicking off in Vegas this weekend, it’s time to jump off the fence and hand over my predictions for 2026.
Millie Elliott takes flight again in Las Vegas after daughter’s birth
One of the NRLW’s most recognisable players will turn out for the Sydney Roosters in the NRL Nines tournament ahead of the round-one double header this week.
Seven sides, three finals spots: The top-eight bolters who will shake up the NRL
Newcastle’s million-dollar playmakers are the great unknown in Las Vegas. And the 2026 NRL season, especially the finals fight, will be as unpredictable as ever too.
Huddersfield Giants bring in Zenon
Huddersfield Giants sign former Halifax Panthers outside back Tanguy Zenon on a deal until the end of the season.
Peters and Payten join forces
Nine exclusively captures footage of the Cowboys and Hull KR working together in preparation for their Las Vegas fixtures.
Four-time premiership winner Scott Sorensen signs with Perth Bears
The Perth Bears recruitment drive continues to build momentum with four-time NRL premiership winner and New Zealand Kiwis international Scott Sorensen set to join the club on a two-year deal to commence in 2027.
Why Campbell turned down Bears to continue famous father’s legacy
Jayden Campbell has revealed why he decided to stay at the Titans – and his plans to emulate a Melbourne Storm champion – as he seeks to continue his father’s legacy.
NFL player's instant reaction to Burton bomb
Las Vegas Raiders player Caleb Rogers speaks to Nine's Danny Weidler about Matt Burton's impressive kick.
Haas explains Bennett's influence on exit
Payne Haas opens up on why he's leaving the Brisbane Broncos.
Gould lifts lid on Hetherington meeting
Phil Gould opens up on his meeting with Jack Hetherington during a difficult time at Newcastle.
NRLRugby League
No helmets, no pads: NFL stars in awe of Val's highlights
As he prepares for his first match on US soil in seven years, Dragons star Val Holmes has revealed how his former NFL team-mates couldn’t get enough of his rugby league highlights.
‘Someone is going to give him a chance’: Burton impresses NFL stars again
Las Vegas Raiders players could not believe Canterbury’s Matt Burton kicked a ball into the roof of their training facility on the weekend.
‘Really is beatable’: Ex-Origin star calls out NAS for shock rematch, promises ‘it will be a lot different’
Only a day after igniting a surprise NRL Las Vegas brawl, Nelson Asofa-Solomona suddenly finds himself in another shock new heavyweight boxing challenge — and it’s not with George Burgess.
The mindset shift driving Trbojevic's return from career-threatening blows
Manly forward Jake Trbojevic has opened up on the off-season training regimen driving his return from a series of head knocks suffered last year.
US set to spark international tug-of-war over Heamasi Makasini; Kyle Flanagan’s brutal Vegas hit
Hyped Wests Tigers rookie Heamasi Makasini is in line to become the shock new face of American rugby league – with the barnstorming winger able to play Test footy for the United States.
The ‘superstar’ to replace Haas as Bronco opens up on ‘sleepless nights’... and ‘BS’ Madge rumour
Broncos forward Payne Haas has opened up on the “sleepless nights” behind his shock South Sydney switch and strong connection with coach Wayne Bennett that made a “hard” decision a lot easier.
Haas explains surprise name change
Broncos superstar Payne Haas explains why his name has changed to Hakeem on his social media accounts.
‘I had to take a lead’: Haas breaks silence on why he’s leaving Broncos
Payne Haas slams rumours of a rift between him and coach Michael Maguire, while revealing what fuelled his decision to align with Wayne Bennett.
Gus issues plea to the Dolphins about Katoa
Phil Gould reveals why the Dolphins must make sure they do not lose the talent of their young halfback, Isaiya Katoa, in the near future.
Rising Panthers star confirms NSW Blues interest after ‘tough’ Kiwis call earlier in career
Penrith Panthers rookie sensation Casey McLean has become the third New Zealand international to confirm interest in playing State of Origin football.
ATPTennis
Griekspoor gets his man! Dutchman upsets second seed Bublik in Dubai
Tallon Griekspoor was forced to wait two years for a fifth crack at defeating Alexander Bublik. On Wednesday at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, the Dutchman finally snapped his losing streak against his rival.
BNP Paribas Open 2026: Draws, Dates, History & All You Need To Know
ATP Tour stars will head to Indian Wells, California for the first ATP Masters 1000 event of the season at the BNP Paribas Open. The 50th tour-level edition of the tournament will be headlined by Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev.
Wawrinka bids farewell to Dubai after 'one last chance' vs. Medvedev
Stan Wawrinka was honoured under the desert sun on Wednesday afternoon, when he played his final match at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.
When Nadal ended Federer's dominance in Dubai final classic
March 2006. The height of Roger Federer’s dominance. The Swiss had owned the No. 1 spot in the PIF ATP Rankings for more than two years.
Wu upsets Ruud, top seed Zverev advances in Acapulco
Qualifier Wu Yibing earned the third Top 20 win of his career Tuesday night with a 7-6(2), 7-6(1) upset of third seed Casper Ruud at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC. The Chinese star, who previously beat Taylor Fritz in 2023 and Daniil Medvedev last September, was flawless in the two tie-breaks as he took the match to Ruud with an aggressive game plan.
How Alcaraz has served a perfect start to his 2026 season
Carlos Alcaraz is serving his way to success. Already the No. 1 player in the PIF ATP Rankings, the Spaniard has made the best start to a season in his career.
Nava surges to Santiago shock against Berrettini
Emilio Nava outserved former Top 10 star Matteo Berrettini to notch a statement upset on Tuesday at the BCI Seguros Chile Open. The No. 79 in the PIF ATP Rankings breezed to a 6-3, 6-4 opening-round victory in Santiago.
Humbert wins battle of former champs against Tsitsipas in Dubai
Ugo Humbert and Stefanos Tsitsipas each stepped on court Wednesday aiming to build on fond memories from the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.
Stella Artois ATP Perfect Serve: Vote now for January's winner
A new season, the same pinpoint precision for the ATP Perfect Serve, brought to you by Stella Artois. January signalled the return of tennis, and the game’s biggest servers wasted no time making their mark.
Mensik reflects on 'hype' from Sinner win as he pushes toward Top 10 debut
Jakub Mensik continues to make thunderous statements at the top of the ATP Tour, and his stunning win over Jannik Sinner in Doha was the loudest yet as the 20-year-old charges toward a Top 10 debut. After producing the biggest win of his career over World No.
Tennis
The perfect itinerary: Stearns' 3 favorite food spots in Austin
After her opening-round win over Francesca Jones at the ATX Open, former Texas Longhorns star Peyton Stearns gave visitors the perfect food itinerary.
Tomljanovic denies Venus Williams in Austin; Galfi ends Andreescu return
Ajla Tomljanovic came from 3-1 down to end Venus Williams's challenge in the ATX Open first round, while Dalma Galfi overcame Bianca Andreescu in a three-set rollercoaster.
‘Truly honoured’: Tennis Australia boss defects to the US after 13-year Aus Open reign
Tennis Australia chief executive and Australian Open boss Craig Tiley will defect to the United States later this year, appointed as the USTA’s new chief executive.
Tiley leaving Tennis Australia to be CEO of USTA
Craig Tiley is leaving his post as the head of Tennis Australia to take over as the CEO of the U.S. Tennis Association.
Pegula pulls out of Austin with left knee injury
Defending champion Jessica Pegula has pulled out of the ATX Open with a left knee injury. She was replaced in the draw by Yuan Yue, and 18-year-old Iva Jovic is now the top seed.
WTA celebrates first graduates of Middle East Coach Inclusion Program
The WTA's Coach Inclusion Program graduated its first Middle East cohort at the 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.
Federer returns to his desert kingdom in Dubai, where It All Added Up
Roger Federer and the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships have long been intertwined and on Monday, the record eight-time champion was back where so much of his history was written.
Jodar closes in on Top 100 following Norrie Acapulco win: 'I am enjoying the process'
Rafael Jodar continued his rapid ascent on Monday at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC, where he brushed past former Acapulco finalist Cameron Norrie 6-3, 6-2 to reach the second round.
Week in Review: Pegula gets title No. 10 and the tiebreak of the year
The Middle East swing wrapped up in Dubai, where Jessica Pegula earned her 10th career title, Coco Gauff won the tiebreaker of the year and Antonia Ruzic reached new heights. We examine it all in the week in review.
Kypson shocks two-time champion De Minaur in Acapulco opener
Patrick Kypson earned the biggest win of his career on Monday at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC, where he shocked second seed Alex de Minaur 6-1, 6-7(4), 7-6(4) to reach the second round in Acapulco.
American Football
New Browns coach Todd Monken has praise for QB Shedeur Sanders
The question of who will start at quarterback for the Cleveland Browns has a wrinkle to it: There’s a new coaching staff. The staff that gave Shedeur Sanders seven starts last season when Sanders was a rookie is gone.
Colorado defensive coordinator Robert Livingston taking assistant job with the Denver Broncos
Deion Sanders is heading into the 2026 season with two new coordinators. According tomultiple reports, the Denver Broncos are hiring Colorado defensive coordinator Robert Livingston. The former Bengals assistant spent two seasons in charge of the Buffaloes’ defense.
Bears reportedly give 2-time Pro Bowl LB Tremaine Edmunds permission to seek trade
Cooper Neill via Getty ImagesThe Chicago Bears have given linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to seek a trade, according to multiplereports.
Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr., a likely top-5 pick, says he believes he's the best player in NFL Draft
A big topic for many NFL teams entering the draft is how much a prospect loves football. Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. will speak their language.
Bain: NFL teams focused on play, not arm length
Defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. said no team has mentioned arm length to him during his interviews, focusing on his play instead.
Top NFL prospect Reese says he's an OLB/edge
Ohio State star Arvell Reese, one of the top prospects in April's NFL draft, declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher during media interviews at the combine Wednesday.
Jags, Commanders host teams for London games
The Jaguars and Commanders will be the host teams for the NFL's three London games in 2026, the league announced Wednesday morning.
NFL announces Commanders, Jaguars will take part in the NFL London games in 2026
The Jacksonville Jaguars are returning to London ... again. The NFL announced Wednesday the Jaguars and the Washington Commanders will take part in the London games in 2026. Those teams won't play each other, however.
Ohio State LB Arvell Reese could end up being a star at the combine and go as high as No. 2 to the Jets
When Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese showed up to his NFL scouting combine media availability Wednesday morning, the nameplate at his podium said his first name was “Vell.” That surprised him. “No, no, no.
Ohio State LB Arvell Reese could end up being a star at the combine and go as high as 2nd to Jets
When Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese showed up to his NFL scouting combine media availability on Wednesday morning, the nameplate at his podium said his first name was “Vell.” That surprised him. “No, no, no.
NFLAmerican Football
Commanders will return to London in 2026 for first time in a decade
The Jacksonville Jaguars will also play two games in London in 2026: one at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and another at Wembley Stadium.
Ranking the top offseason trade candidates: Who are the best players available?
How do Brian Thomas Jr. and Maxx Crosby stack up on the NFL offseason trade market?.
Who will start at quarterback for the Vikings, Browns and Jets? We made QB1 predictions for all 32 teams
Will Kirk Cousins go back to Minnesota? Could Kyler Murray join the AFC? Let's predict who will start for every NFL team in the 2026 season.
Are Kevin O'Connell, Rob Brezinksi interested in the Vikings' open GM role?
The coach and interim GM gave their thoughts at the NFL combine about replacing Kwesi Adofo-Mensah.
Are Kevin O'Connell, Rob Brzezinski interested in the Vikings' open GM role?
The coach and interim GM gave their thoughts at the NFL combine about replacing Kwesi Adofo-Mensah.
2026 draft prospects get important advice from NFL rookies
As draft prospects begin their combine experience, NFL rookies provide advice based on their personal journeys.
Which NFL Draft 2026 prospects will show off at the combine? Revisiting Bruce Feldman’s Freaks List
From Jeremiyah Love to David Bailey, Bruce Feldman revisits his famous Freaks List to determine who should stand out in Indianapolis.
Seahawks GM: Team sale won't hinder offseason
Despite an ownership change looming, Seahawks GM John Schneider said it will be "business as usual" for the team during the offseason.
Lynch believes 49ers, Williams 'on the same page'
Shortly after ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Tuesday that left tackle Trent Williams and the 49ers are "struggling to find a contractual solution," general manager John Lynch offered a more optimistic perspective.
Colts 'positive' on deals for QB Jones, WR Pierce
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard said he remains hopeful that the team can get deals done with receiver Alec Pierce and quarterback Daniel Jones before free agency begins.
MLBBaseball
Orioles' Pete Alonso invites comedian John Oliver's son to a game after breaking young Mets fan's heart
Pete Alonso broke a lot of New York Mets fan's hearts when he signed with the Baltimore Orioles during the offseason. One fan who was upset was the 8-year old son of comedian John Oliver, who really got into baseball during the 2025 season and was excited for the team's 8-3 start.
Verlander, Valdez to get final Tigers pay in 2039
Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez will receive the final payments from their new contracts with the Tigers in 2039, with the team deferring $31 million of the $128 million it committed to the pitchers.
Who rules the corner outfield -- Judge, Soto or Tatis? Buster Olney ranks the top 10
Do any fast-rising young outfielders beat out these two New York sluggers on our top 10? Let's find out.
Ranking all 30 MLB lineups for 2026
Patience. Power. Durability. Depth. We rate all 30 offenses by these measures and more.
By not adding another established starter to the rotation, the Braves are taking a big chance
With the staff's durability in question, one more injury to a key rotation arm could be monumental for the Braves.
2026 MLB rookie class: The top 20 most likely to make an impact this season
These 20 rookies have both the potential and the playing time opportunity to impact their big-league teams in 2026.
Family of Tyler Skaggs opens up about contentious civil trial against Angels
“They tried to cover it up,” Tyler Skaggs' mother said. “I hope that MLB investigates it. I don’t want this to happen to any other player.”.
After playoff disappointment, Shota Imanaga's comeback tour begins with optimism
Imanaga threw two scoreless innings in a 6-5 win over the Padres on Tuesday.
New Lakers business president says team will retain Rob Pelinka, with Magic Johnson and top Dodgers execs involved
The future of the Los Angeles Lakers front office apparently won't be too different from the past, except for some additions from the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Paul Skenes expects to make two starts in World Baseball Classic
Skenes would only see a second start if Team USA advances out of pool play, which they are expected to do.
Baseball
With Team USA's rotation in flux, Logan Webb becomes more important than ever
It's looking like Webb will be much more important to Team USA's WBC ambitions than you'd otherwise expect from a No.3 starter.
Pirates' Griffin, MLB's top prospect, wows with HRs
Konnor Griffin, the Pirates' 19-year-old shortstop and the consensus No. 1 prospect in baseball, hit home runs off Red Sox pitchers Ranger Suarez and Seth Martinez.
Konnor Griffin, MLB's top prospect, rockets 2 Pirates homers out of 'Fenway South' in spring training
Konnor Griffin hit at least .325 in Low-A, High-A and Double-A last year. This year, as MLB's top prospect, he's already making major-league fireworks.
World Baseball Classic 2026 Pool A preview: Will Canada finally advance? Can Puerto Rico make some noise?
With the Winter Olympics in the rearview, it’s time for baseball’s international competition to move into the spotlight. That’s right: We’re a little more than a week away from the start of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, the sixth edition of the tournament.
DeSantis, Fla. cabinet OK land for Rays ballpark
The Florida cabinet and Gov. Ron DeSantis agreed Tuesday to give Hillsborough College a 22-acre plot of state land in Tampa to use for a proposed ballpark for the Rays.
NL East season preview: Can the Braves and Mets rebound to make this division a three-team race with the Phillies?
ADD VIDEO. The NL East was a landmine of disappointments in 2025. The Braves were the most disappointing club in the National League, and the Mets broke their fans’ hearts by collapsing down the stretch.
Rangers' top prospect has surgery, out 5-6 months
Rangers shortstop Sebastian Walcott, who is ranked as the No. 5 prospect in baseball by ESPN, had elbow surgery and is expected to miss five to six months.
Braves launching own network to air 140 games
The Atlanta Braves on Tuesday announced BravesVision as their local television home, beginning with the 2026 season.
Sale signs 1-year, $27M extension with Braves
Chris Sale and the Braves are in agreement on a one-year, $27 million contract extension for 2027 that includes a club option for 2028.
Braves sign Chris Sale to a one-year contract extension with option for 2028 season
Chris Sale won’t be a free agent after the 2026 season.
Rugby Union
Prop Lahiff signs new deal to stay with Bristol
Prop Max Lahiff signs a new contract with Bristol Bears to stay at the club into an eighth season.
Mitchell ruled out in England Six Nations blow
England's first-choice scrum-half Alex Mitchell is ruled out of the remainder of their Six Nations campaign with a hamstring injury.
Ward brothers savouring Irish rugby rise together
Ward brothers Bryn and Zac join Gavin Andrews and Conor Murray on the Ireland Rugby Social to discuss their rugby careers so far.
Lock Pearson signs new Exeter Chiefs deal
Exeter lock Lewis Pearson signs a new deal with the Prem club.
Prop Sela to stay with Bath until 2028
Prop Vilikesa Sela signs a new two-year deal with Bath, agreeing extended terms until 2028.
Argentina prop Delgado signs new Harlequins deal
The 28-year-old tighthead extends his stay with the Prem club on an undisclosed-length deal.
Costelow hope for Wales but Plumtree out of Six Nations
Wales are not giving up hope of fly-half Sam Costelow playing again in the Six Nations but flanker Taine Plumtree is ruled out of the tournament.
Uncapped Dragons forward tipped for World Cup call
Dragons forward Ryan Woodman has the ability to be world class and earn a Wales call for the 2027 World Cup, says coach Dale MacLeod.
RA’s answer to losing giants overseas: Build them even better at home
Rugby Australia has turned to the long game: producing the elite tight five it has lacked for a generation who can win a World Cup.
Super Rugby R3: Wallabies duo return for Reds
The Reds have welcomed back two frontline Wallabies for their clash with the Highlanders, while the Hurricanes have been hit by injury at fly-half. We have Round 3 covered here!.
Miscellaneous
Pegula, Keys Blame ‘Tough’ Tennis Schedule for Rash of Withdrawals
Jessica Pegula earned two new titles last week: winner of the Dubai Tennis Championships and chair of the Tour Architecture Council, a group tasked to address scheduling issues for women’s professional players.
Jaguars Adjust Their London Plans for $1.4B Stadium Overhaul
The Jaguars, for the first time, will play two regular-season home games in London during the 2026 NFL season, as EverBank Stadium will have reduced capacity this fall before the team plays all of its 2027 home games outside of Jacksonville.
Indian Wells Triples the Prize Money for Mixed Doubles
The mixed doubles movement has made its way to the Fifth Slam. The 2026 BNP Paribas Open, also known as the Indian Wells Open, announced a $1 million prize pool for its mixed doubles tournament this year, nearly tripling last year’s purse.
CanPL’s Atlético Ottawa Channels Science, Innovation for 2026 Alternate Kit
Atlético Ottawa is looking to make a strong connection with its city and its supporters with their alternate kit for the 2026 season.
AC Milan Surprises Fans by Rolling Out New Fourth Kit for Match Against Parma
Surprise! Perennial Italian Serie A contenders AC Milan pulled a fast one on their fans over the weekend by arriving on the pitch for a match wearing a new fourth kit. Rossoneri players emerged from the tunnel at San Siro on Saturday, February 21, wearing the new shirts as they.
Salt Lake Bees honor soft drink heritage with Utah Dirty Sodas alternate identity
The Salt Lake Bees, Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels in the Pacific Coast League, will play select games this season as the Utah Dirty Sodas, a tribute to a style of beverage that has its origins in the state. The alternate identity will be presented in partnership with.
Tennessee Titans Tease March 12 Reveal Date For New Logo, Uniforms
After billboards surfaced in Nashville, the Tennessee Titans posted a three-star teaser suggesting a March 12 reveal date for their new uniforms and a likely shift toward a Columbia blue-led look with navy still in the mix.
Bears Stadium Fight Escalates As Illinois and Indiana Make Moves
The next several days will be a critical juncture in the Bears’ long and winding pursuit of a new stadium, with significant legislative moves expected in both Illinois and Indiana.
CFL’s BC Lions Unveil Logo for Season-Opening Series in Kelowna
Though they’re being displaced from their home stadium for the start of the 2026 Canadian Football League season, the BC Lions are making the best of it and bringing the party to Kelowna. The Lions unveiled the logo for Touchdown Kelowna on their social media channels on Monday, February 23.
Calgary Wranglers Mark Saint John Flames’ 2001 Calder Cup Win With Throwback Jerseys
The American Hockey League’s Calgary Wranglers are marking one of their predecessors’ proudest moments with throwback jerseys that will be worn for a pair of games next month.
Formula 1Motorsport
Verstappen was not behind my Red Bull exit - Horner
Christian Horner says Max Verstappen and his camp were "not responsible" for his exit from Red Bull in 2025.
Ferrari and Mercedes ‘the teams to beat’ – Stella
Andrea Stella feels that the second pre-season test in Bahrain confirmed Ferrari and Mercedes as the “teams to beat”, though the McLaren Team Principal believes that the papaya squad are “not far” away.
Hadjar reflects on working with ‘very open’ Verstappen
Isack Hadjar has spoken positively about his experience of working alongside new team mate Max Verstappen so far, with the Frenchman praising the four-time World Champion for being “very open”.
What's happening at Aston Martin?
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto delves into what's happening at Aston Martin as their new chapter gets off to a challenging start.
TAG Heuer sign Bruce for the 2026 F1 ACADEMY season
F1 ACADEMY Official Partner TAG Heuer have confirmed that Megan Bruce will be representing them on the 2026 grid, with the Briton driving for Campos Racing.
The state of play at every F1 team ahead of the new season
With pre-season testing now complete, F1.com assesses where each team stands ahead of the 2026 campaign.
Andrew Benson Q&A: Send us your questions
Our F1 correspondent Andrew Benson is doing a weekly Q&A this season, so get your questions in now.
Why has it gone so wrong for Aston Martin?
The combination of Adrian Newey, Honda and Fernando Alonso was highly promising but Aston Martin are in trouble. Andrew Benson explains why.
How F1 rule changes could impact betting markets
A new era of Formula 1 is already underway, so we've assessed how the 2026 regulation changes could impact the betting market.
F2 champion Pourchaire joins Mercedes as Development Driver
2023 F2 champion Theo Pourchaire has joined the Silver Arrows' driver portfolio ahead of the 2026 season.
Premier LeagueFootball
Man Utd post profit but debt rises to £1.3bn
The amount Manchester United owe increases to almost £1.3bn in outstanding transfer fees, rolling credit facility and legacy debt.
Snoop Dogg and Swansea City: DJing on an industrial estate, persuading players to join and his 'VVVIP' lounge
Behind the scenes of Snoop Dogg's whirlwind visit to south west Wales, where he was serenaded by 20,000 supporters at Swansea vs Preston.
Chelsea, West Ham fined by FA for 'serious and unsightly incident' at Stamford Bridge
Both sets of players came together in the 95th minute of their Premier League fixture, with Jean-Clair Todibo sent off for violent conduct.
What now for World Cup after Mexico cartel violence? Plus: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter
Should Mexico’s position as a World Cup host be in doubt? FIFA says no, but recent cartel violence is putting security concerns into view.
Terry 'frustrated' over Chelsea caretaker choice
Former Chelsea captain John Terry says he is "frustrated" at being overlooked for a caretaker role following Enzo Maresca's departure as head coach in January.
Inter elimination to Bodo is no laughing matter, but all is not lost for Cristian Chivu
The defeat has been called their worst elimination in years, but it should be put in context of a season of ups and downs.
The growing link between gambling and racist abuse of Premier League players
There is a growing undercurrent to some racist abuse faced by players — a bet is lost, and players are blamed.
The trick that helps Manchester United's Senne Lammens dominate Royal Rumble corners
Our goalkeeping expert explains what the Manchester United goalkeeper does that allows him to claim and clear the ball with authority.
Jose Mourinho's 'violent' years of Real Madrid infamy, and his Champions League return
The 63-year-old Portuguese manager returns to the Santiago Bernabeu for the first time on Wednesday night, in dramatic circumstances.
King's Lynn Town and the mystery of the waterlogged pitch: Sabotage, subterfuge, or a faulty sprinkler?
The National League launched an investigation into whether the relegation-threatened club had deliberately made their pitch unplayable.
Ice Hockey
Blues' Thomas on leave for personal matter
St. Louis Blues forward Robert Thomas, who is second on the team with 33 points, will take a temporary leave of absence because of a personal matter.
Penguins’ Sidney Crosby to miss at least 4 weeks after sustaining injury at Olympics
The lower-body injury that kept Sidney Crosby out of the gold medal game at the Olympics will sideline him for at least the next four weeks.
Pens' Crosby put on IR, to miss at least 4 weeks
Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby will miss at least four weeks after he was moved to injured reserve, the team announced Wednesday.
USA's gold medal hockey win draws 26M viewers
Tthe United States' Olympic hockey gold medal win over Canada on Sunday drew an average audience of 26 million viewers on NBC and Peacock in the U.S.
Blackhawks could do right by Connor Murphy at deadline: 10 post-break thoughts
Plus, check-ins with Artyom Levshunov and Andre Burakovsky, prospect updates and which young defensemen look poised to play.
Should the NHL learn from the Olympics and switch to a 3-2-1-0 standings format?
The 3-2-1-0 argument isn't new, but the Olympics showed how it can work. Let's talk about the arguments for why it wouldn't in the NHL.
NHL Playoff Report: Sabres and Bruins on the rise, Panthers and Oilers falling
With the Olympics over, here's a reminder of where the NHL playoff race stands, from teams making it interesting and teams dropping out.
NHL trade board 7.0: It's crunch time for front offices across the continent
NHL teams only have a handful of games left to play before the trading window closes at 3 p.m. ET on March 6.
Hellebuyck set for Medal of Freedom, Trump says
Connor Hellebuyck, the goaltender for the gold-medal-winning U.S. men's Olympic hockey team, will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, President Donald Trump announced during Tuesday night's State of the Union.
U.S. men's hockey team honored at State of the Union; Trump says women's team coming to White House
Trump recognized the team for its gold medal-winning effort at the Olympics.
NHLIce Hockey
Radko Gudas 'sorry' for slur during Olympic game, isn't concerned about Crosby fallout
Gudas drew considerable attention for his actions in a quarterfinal game vs. Canada.
Kraken reach extensions with Meyers, Winterton
The Kraken agreed to terms on two-year contract extensions Tuesday with forwards Ben Meyers and Ryan Winterton.
NHL commissioner Bettman on U.S. players attending State of the Union, Olympic momentum, more
Twenty players from the U.S. hockey team went to President Trump's State of the Union address. Gary Bettman said the decision is up to them.
Panthers' Barkov targets season debut: 'Soon'
Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov, who has not played this season after needing surgery in September to repair two major ligaments in his right knee, has a target for what would be his season debut: "Soon.".
Attorneys for driver accused of killing Gaudreau brothers seek to dismiss charges
The defense is arguing that blood alcohol testing done on their client on the night of the crash produced an inaccurate result.
U.S. men's hockey team visits WH, feted at SOTU
The Olympic gold medal-winning U.S. men's hockey team visited President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday afternoon and later received about a two-minute bipartisan standing ovation during his State of the Union address that night.
Stars' Rantanen out weeks after Olympic injury
Mikko Rantanen will be out for an extended time for the Dallas Stars after sustaining a lower-body injury in the Olympics.
The U.S. men's Olympic hockey team won gold — and then lost the room
The widespread celebration is over now. And some of the U.S. men's Olympic hockey team's goodwill has diminished.
Twenty U.S. men's Olympic hockey players to attend Trump's State of the Union address
The majority of the roster arrived in Washington on Tuesday morning via a military jet that picked them up after a celebration in Miami.
NHL trade grades: Avalanche pay a premium to get Brett Kulak from Penguins
Brett Kulak is a good fit for the Avalanche but giving up Sam Girard and a draft pick is a steep price.
MLSFootball
???? Messi and Inter Miami’s Champions Tour, exclusive on OneFootball
The season opener against LAFC was far from pleasing for the MLS champions, Inter Miami. Leo Messi and company will make their final adjustments tonight in the last test match of the MLS Champions Tour 2026 before the league resumes action next Monday.
MLS Selects Korn Ferry to Run Search for Next Commissioner
Major League Soccer owners have tapped Korn Ferry to run their search for a potential new commissioner, according to multiple people familiar with the matter.
San Diego FC signs GM Tyler Heaps to multiyear contract extension after impressive debut season
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Tyler Heaps has agreed to a multiyear contract extension after an impressive first season as the sporting director and general manager of San Diego FC. The Major League Soccer club announced the extension Tuesday.
Why the record crowd at the LAFC-Inter Miami match was about more than Lionel Messi
More than 75,000 people packed the Coliseum for a soccer game Saturday night. LAFC hosted the largest crowd for a soccer game in the world last weekend, the largest crowd for an MLS season-opening game and the second-largest in league history.
2026 MLS Anonymous Executive Survey, Part 2: World Cup impact, league's future
In the second half of our annual survey, MLS club decision-makers address the league's outlook after what could be a formative summer.
Griezmann, in ‘advanced discussions’ over transfer to Orlando - report
MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 21: Antoine Griezmann of Atletico de Madrid in action during the Spanish League, LaLiga EA Sports, football match played between Atletico de Madrid and RCD Espanyol de Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium on February 21, 2026, in Madrid, Spain.
Orlando City 'in talks' to sign Antoine Griezmann
Orlando City are reportedly 'in talks' to sign Atlético Madrid star Antoine Griezmann, according to The Athletic. While there is no agreement as of yet, the 34-year-old is said to be Orlando's main 'focus' as they look to fill their open Designated Player spot.
Antoine Griezmann in advanced discussions to join Orlando City from Atletico Madrid: Sources
Orlando City sporting director and general manager Ricardo Moreira has been to Spain multiple times to work on the deal.
Josh Sargent move to Toronto nets St. Louis windfall due to unique MLS setup
Josh Sargent's hometown MLS team is getting something useful out of the player's transfer from Norwich City to Toronto.
2026 MLS Anonymous Executive Survey, Part 1: Key figures on league's bests, worsts
For a fifth year running, we've asked top club officials for their candid thoughts on topics and themes around MLS. Here's what they said.
WTATennis
Selekhmeteva asks crowd for cowgirl boots recs after Austin win
After her 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 win over Alycia Parks at the ATX Open, Oksana Selekhmeteva leaned into the Austin vibe, asking the crowd if they have any cowgirl boots recommendations.
Watch: Zheng makes surprise cameo on 'The Player's Box'
Zheng Qinwen was a special guest on 'The Player's Box' podcast, sampling FIX chocolate with Jessica Pegula and Desirae Krawczyk. They also discussed the American's nickname, Dafu.
Muchova and Pegula climb Race Leaderboard with WTA 1000 titles during Middle East swing
Back-to-back WTA 1000 titles in Doha and Dubai delivered 1,000-point jumps for Karolina Muchova and Jessica Pegula, reshaping the 2026 Leaderboard heading into the Sunshine Swing.
Rankings Watch: Jovic, Eala, Tjen, Ruzic up to new career highs
Fast-rising up-and-comers Iva Jovic, Alexandra Eala, Janice Tjen and Antonia Ruzic are among the players up to new career highs in the latest edition of the PIF WTA Rankings.
'I’m obsessed with becoming a better player': The evolution of Dubai champ Jessica Pegula
By taking out a draw of top-tier talent at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, Jessica Pegula showed us that her late-career peak is the result of a relentless pursuit to refine her craft.
Pegula defeats Svitolina in Dubai to win 10th title, fourth WTA 1000
After seven straight semifinal appearances without a title, Jessica Pegula broke through in Dubai with a composed 6-2, 6-4 victory over Elina Svitolina, turning consistency into a long-awaited finish.
Svitolina vs. Pegula: Everything to know about the Dubai Tennis Championship final
Ahead of Saturday’s championship match, here’s a complete breakdown of when Jessica Pegula and Elina Svitolina play, what’s at stake and how they navigated the draw.
Svitolina outlasts Gauff in marathon to return to Dubai final after eight years
Elina Svitolina watched four match points slip away in a second-set tiebreak that went in favor of Coco Gauff, but never lost her composure, breaking the American in the final game of the match to secure a 6-4, 6-7 (13), 6-4 victory in 3 hours and 3 minutes and advance to her third Dubai final.
Venus Williams receives Indian Wells wild card: 'Can't wait to return home'
California-born Venus Williams is set to make a comeback to the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells in 2026, competing in singles and doubles with Leylah Fernandez after accepting a wild card.
Advantage Pegula or Svitolina in the Dubai final? We make the case for both
After grinding through demanding three-set semifinals, Jessica Pegula and Elina Svitolina enter the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships final ready for another long battle, but who is better positioned?.
Golf
How to bet the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches: Two bets stand out
The next stop on the PGA Tour season brings us to West Palm Beach, Florida, in a tournament that rewards those who can avoid the big numbers.
Furyk to be in TV booth at Bay Hill, Sawgrass
Past U.S. Open champion Jim Furyk is testing the television waters as the lead analyst in the booth for Golf Channel during its weekday coverage of the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill and the Players Championship.
TGL doubleheader highlights: New York loses back-to-back matches
New York Golf Club lost consecutive matches in a doubleheader against The Bay Golf Club and Boston Common Golf on Tuesday night.
Cognizant Classic 2026: How to watch, PGA schedule on ESPN
The Cognizant Classic at PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens begins Thursday and ends Sunday, March 1.
TGL doubleheader highlights: Atlanta beats Boston, loses to Los Angeles
Atlanta Drive Golf Club splits a doubleheader on Monday, beating Boston Common Golf 5-2 and losing to Los Angeles Golf Club 7-3.
How to watch TGL: New York GC vs. The Bay GC on ESPN
The race is on to be one of the top four teams in the SoFi Cup standings and qualify for the postseason. Postseason play begins March 17.
Bridgeman holds off Rory, wins Genesis Invitational
Jacob Bridgeman heard cheers all day long for everyone but himself Sunday at Riviera until the final ovation. He made a nervy par putt on the 18th hole for a 1-over 72 and a most narrow victory in the Genesis Invitational for his first PGA Tour title.
‘Coolest thing in my life’: Rookie’s epic $4.6m Tiger moment as Scott surges in blockbuster finish
Jacob Bridgeman held his nerve to win his first PGA Tour title despite late charges from Australia’s Adam Scott and Masters champion Rory McIlroy at the Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles.
Jarvis wins Kenya Open for first DP World title
South African golfer Casey Jarvis won the Kenya Open by three shots Sunday to clinch his first title on the European tour.
World No. 1 Thitikul wins home LPGA Thailand
World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul justified her top billing in emphatic fashion after beating Japan's Chizzy Iwai by one stroke to capture and claim her home LPGA Thailand tournament for the first time.
AFLAussie Rules
Cat injury puts heat on ruck rule, Weitering set to return, slick Blues unveil future star
Big Cat Shannon Neale hobbled off after a ruck duel, while Jagga Smith gave Blues fans something to smile about.
Cat cleared of serious injury, but scare could force clubs to rethink ruck role
James Kelly says the injury scare with Shannon Neale would likely prompt clubs to reconsider who they allowed to take centre ball-ups.
New Blues shine in impressive win, injury scare for big Cat
Carlton's draftees and new recruits were the stars in a 15-point win over Geelong on Wednesday night.
Veteran Pies pair 'unlikely' to feature in Opening Round
Craig McRae provides an update on Darcy Moore and Jeremy Howe.
TEAMS: Key Lions missing, star Swan returns, Giants get a boost
The teams have been announced for Thursday's two AAMI Community Series matches.
Daicos camp open to Tassie talk as Devils target big names
Nick Daicos' management group is open to conversations with Tasmania about the superstar Magpie.
Eagles forward sidelined as court case looms
Tyler Brockman has undergone surgery as he awaits a court date.
Crows mid sidelined due to irregular heartbeat
Adelaide will be without a key on-baller for its AAMI Community Series game against Fremantle.
AFL says umpires' opinion still matters after announcing Brownlow change
The AFL confirms umpires will be able to access player statistics before casting their votes in a bid to quell any controversy around the Brownlow Medal count.
Roos sign VFL star, former Pies staffer ahead of 2026 season
Tom Blamires has snagged the last spot on North Melbourne's list.
Aussie Rules
Connor Rogers learning to walk again after terrifying knee injury
Connor Rogers discusses the support from his local AFL club after learning to walk again following a devastating knee injury. .
From the Pocket: Charlie Curnow was let off too easily for jumping ship
Want to get this in your inbox every Wednesday afternoon? Sign up for the AFL newsletter here. With about half an hour to go before last year’s trade period deadline, as player manager Tom Petroro began to resemble financial analyst Tom Piotrowski, Michael Voss phoned Charlie Curnow.
Carlton will ‘live and die by sword’ with $10m signing gamble. This is what will make... or break them
The Blues are going to “live and die by the sword” with Sam Walsh’s giant contract extension.
Star Hawks defender forced out of AAMI clash, livewire set to return
Hawthorn will be without Tom Barrass for the AAMI Community Series clash but Jack Ginnivan provides a welcome return.
Port Adelaide launches plan to redevelop Alberton precinct
The Power will redevelop a large parcel of land next to Alberton Oval in a bid to secure its financial future.
Magpies rule out two stars; Crows onballer managing an irregular heartbeat
Fresh from an off-season sabbatical, Collingwood coach Craig McRae now has selection headaches before an opening round match against St Kilda. He’s also navigating Bobby Hill’s return to the team.
Roos sign ex-VFL star; Stephenson gets Coburg call up after Port snub — AFL Daily
North Melbourne has filled its final list spot.
Connor Rogers learning to walk again after terrifying knee injury
Connor Rogers discusses the support from his local AFL club after learning to walk again following a devastating knee injury. .
AFL confirms historic shift in Brownlow voting
The AFL announces a shift in how Brownlow Medal votes are cast.
How a football tackle almost ended up with a leg amputation
A catastrophic footy injury during a Melbourne reserves game changed Connor Rogers's life in an instant. In the aftermath, the support of his local footy club helped him recover and showed him the power of community. WARNING: This article contains graphic imagery.
College FootballAmerican Football
Freshmen facing pressure in 2026
With big money and big expectations, first-year players such as five-stars Jared Curtis and Jackson Cantwell have work ahead.
Virginia QB Morris files lawsuit seeking 7th year
Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA seeking a seventh year of eligibility.
'Got to be careful around Mario': Smart, Cristobal trade joking barbs at Steve Spurrier Awards
At the 2026 Steve Spurrier Awards dinner -- named for a coach known for his wit -- Mario Cristobal and Kirby Smart fittingly traded jokes on Monday night.
NFL combine schedule: What to know, plus top prospects to watch in the 2026 draft class
The NFL combine features top draft prospects participating in the 40-yard dash and other drills. Here's the full 2026 schedule.
They're back! Key returning players for every top 25 team
With all the focus on the portal, we look at the most important players retained across college football.
QB Rivers follows in dad Philip's path to NC State
Four-star quarterback Gunner Rivers, son of NC State legend and eight-time NFL Pro Bowler Philip Rivers, has committed to the Wolfpack.
As NIL cash grows, coaches call for rules to protect athletes from 'street agents'
Coaches and other observers see a growing need to protect athletes by regulating middlemen in NIL deals.
Former Purdue, NFL receiver Moore dies at 25
Former Purdue and NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore died Saturday at the age of 25, according to the Minnesota Vikings.
USC adds another top in-state prospect in WR Hale
USC landed a top in-state target in four-star wide receiver Quentin Hale, who is ranked No. 58 in the 2027 recruiting class by ESPN.
Judge denies Tennessee QB Aguilar's eligibility bid
A judge has denied Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar's request for a preliminary injunction to play another season withe Volunteers, effectively ending his college career.
College BasketballBasketball
No. 19 BYU upset at home as UCF drains 14 3s
UCF shot 14-of-24 from 3-point range to run away from No. 19 BYU for a 97-84 upset Tuesday night.
Skirmish in NC State-Virginia leads to ejection
An altercation near midcourt in the second half of Tuesday night's game between No. 11 Virginia and North Carolina State led to offsetting technical fouls and the ejection of one Wolfpack substitute.
Boozer goes off as Duke beats Notre Dame by 44
Cameron Boozer had 24 points and 13 rebounds as No. 1 Duke beat Notre Dame 100-56 on Tuesday night, handing the Irish their worst home loss since 1898.
UK's Pope fined by SEC for postgame comments
The SEC has fined Kentucky coach Mark Pope $25,000 for his "post-game conduct and comments" following his team's 75-74 loss at Auburn on Saturday.
Judge denies Bediako's latest ask to play for Tide
Charles Bediako's latest attempt to play college basketball this season was rejected by an Alabama judge who ruled against his request to return to the Crimson Tide.
Key factors that could define the men's NCAA tournament selection process
From metrics to star injuries and Charles Bediako, the key discussion points that could define March Madness.
Kansas rebounds, hands Houston 3rd straight loss
Tre White scored a season-high 23 points, and No. 14 Kansas bounced back from a surprising defeat to hand No. 5 Houston its third straight loss.
Duke back atop AP men's poll thanks to U-M win
Duke's win against Michigan has propelled the Blue Devils to a familiar perch: No. 1 in the AP men's college basketball poll.
Bediako asks Alabama court to allow him to play
Charles Bediako is asking the Alabama Supreme Court to give him "interim injunctive relief" so he can finish the college basketball season with the Crimson Tide.
Men's AP Top 25 poll reaction: Duke is No. 1 after big Saturday shakeup
Duke claims No. 1 after beating Michigan, while Arizona reclaims a spot in the top two after beating Houston.
NBLBasketball
To play or not to play? The dunk that sparked divide
A war of words erupted following the Perth Wildcats and Adelaide 36ers’ Round 22 fixture at RAC Arena. Despite holding a comfortable double-digit lead with 10 seconds to play, Jo Lual-Acuil Jr. punctuated the moment with a powerful dunk.
Kings lose guard to season-ending injury
The Sydney Kings announced on Wednesday that Tyler Robertson will miss the remainder of the NBL26 season through injury. The second-year guard suffered a high-grade AC joint injury during the Kings’ Round 22 win over the Brisbane Bullets.
Rucker's response to "fake" claim
Monday night’s NBL26 Awards evening was an event to highlight and celebrate the successes of clubs and teams across the competition. While numerous left the Crown Casino with a smile on their face, one who did not was Sydney’s Kendric Davis.
"Like my second dad": The unbreakable bond fuelling Kings' rise
Sydney Kings’ Brian Goorjian has long been known as a players’ coach, holding strong connections to his athletes. This year is no different, with superstar guard and NBL26 MVP runner-up Kendric Davis regularly speaking about how tight the pair’s connection is.
Aussies Abroad: Green guides Hornets past Bulls
Josh Green has grabbed Aussie bragging rights over Josh Giddey as his Charlotte Hornets pummelled the reshaped and slumping Chicago Bulls.
‘I needed a new environment’: Cotton all in on Adelaide
Monday night was once again Bryce Cotton’s moment in the NBL limelight, after claiming his incredible sixth Andrew Gaze Trophy. It marked his first season away from the Perth Wildcats following a controversial exit.
How to watch & talking points: Australian Boomers v Guam
Guam v Australian BoomersThursday, February 26, 8pm AEDTUniversity of Guam Field HouseHow to watchThe game will be live on ESPN from 8pm AEDT.How to follow & live scoresLive scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via FIBA website.
United set for major Play-In boost
Replacing a back-to-back Defensive Player of the Year is close to impossible, which is why Melbourne United is pushing hard to have Shea Ili back for next Thursday’s Play-In Qualifier.
Was McGee NBL’s biggest snub?
Amid the glitz and glamour of the Andrew Gaze MVP celebrations, one name was conspicuously absent - JaVale McGee. The three-time NBA champion, Olympic gold medallist and Illawarra Hawk didn’t receive a place in the All-NBL First or Second teams, raising many eyebrows.
Forde’s blueprint for closing The gap
Attracting top level talent is not where Adam Forde believes the Cairns Taipans need to improve to become an NBL force. For Forde, the real gap is flexibility. It is the ability to make mid-season moves like the league’s best clubs.
AFLWAussie Rules
From the ruck to the runway, Scholz right at home as footy and fashion collide
Power star Matilda Scholz joined several AFL and AFLW players at the Melbourne Noir show at the Melbourne Fashion Festival.
Dees appoint interim head of women's footy as changes continue
Shae Sloane has been appointed as the Demons' interim head of women's football.
Tigers set to appoint Ranges premiership coach to lead turnaround
Eastern Ranges premiership coach Jarrad Donders is set to take the helm at the Tigers.
Premiership assistant turns down rival approaches, lands new role at Roos
Rhys Harwood will remain at the Roos despite interest from rival clubs.
AFLW players keen for their own version of AFL Origin
Despite falling in the AFLW off-season, players are keen to be part of future representative footy showcases.
Who's played the most games at your club? Some might surprise you
We take a look at which players have pulled on the jumper the most times for each club.
From Fish to Kearney, what AFLW Origin teams would look like
Sarah Black assesses what AFLW Origin teams would look like for Victoria and Western Australia.
A tier-y farewell? AFLW to fast-track salary cap introduction
The AFLW is moving to implement a salary cap to replace the current player payment structure, in a move that could see an increase in player movement.
Inaugural AFLW player and Giants vice-captain calls time
Greater Western Sydney vice-captain Katherine Smith has retired.
Tassie preparing to enter AFLW competition in 2028
Tasmania CEO Brendan Gale has indicated when he expects the Devils to enter the AFLW competition.
MotoGPMotorsport
Best of Buriram: MotoGP™’s titanic Thai tussles
Take a look at some of the best moments from the Thai GP, with the circuit set to stage the curtain raiser for another highly anticipated season.
HOT HEADLINES: let the battles begin with Buriram’s 2026 curtain-raiser
Just over 100 days since Valencia’s chequered flag, the most exciting sport on Earth is back in racing action.
TIME SCHEDULE: Thai GP
Stay up to date with everything going on across the weekend in Buriram, as MotoGP kicks off 2026!.
One App. Every Lap. The Official MotoGP™ Experience.
The 2026 season is in full throttle – and the official MotoGP App is your all-access pass to every moment.
Buriram Test: Bezzecchi beats lap record to lead Ogura in Thailand
Aprilia shine as pre-season concludes, with Marc Marquez edged down to third heading into Thai GP week.
Day 1 in Buriram: Alex Marquez top, Marc Marquez second despite two crashes
Saturday action concludes with a familiar duo on top – but plenty of stories continue to build ahead of race action.
2026 Buriram Test: Live Blog
Keep up to date with all that's unfolding as MotoGP gets stuck into its final two days of 2026 pre-season testing.
Jorge Martin declared fit to ride at the Buriram Test
The 2024 World Champion will get his first taste of track action in 2026 in Thailand this weekend.
MotoGP Race Direction team confirmed for 2026
A new team structure debuts this season as Graham Webber becomes Race Director.
MotoGP Predictor: every second counts in 2026!
MotoGP Predictor returns for more, giving fans the chance to win some incredible prizes during every Grand Prix weekend!.
WNBABasketball
Lynx to play Nigeria in WNBA preseason game
The Minnesota Lynx announced that Nigeria's women's national basketball team will play the WNBA franchise in a historic preseason friendly at the T-Mobile Center on April 27.
Unrivaled 6-team playoff field set after Vinyl win
The Vinyl beat the Lunar Owls 75-68 on Monday night to complete the six-team Unrivaled playoff field, with coach Teresa Weatherspoon saying, "They knew what was at stake.".
Sources: WNBA sets deadline to keep '26 intact
The WNBA told the union and its teams on Monday that a new CBA must be agreed to by March 10 for the 2026 schedule not to be impacted, sources told ESPN.
Union: WNBA made enough for revenue sharing
The WNBA players union says that the league generated enough revenue to trigger revenue sharing.
Kara Braxton, 2-time WNBA champion, dies at 43
Kara Braxton, a two-time WNBA champion with the Detroit Shock and former SEC Freshman of the Year at Georgia, has died at the age of 43.
Sources: New WNBA proposal includes housing
The WNBA submitted a new collective bargaining agreement proposal on Friday that would guarantee housing for all players in 2026, sources said.
'I'd rather retire': Caitlin Clark reacts to LeBron James giving up cookies and wine
The Los Angeles Lakers star revealed he went two months without his two favorite snacks.
Union counters; WNBA calls proposal 'unrealistic'
The WNBA players' union submitted a counterproposal to the league Tuesday that included some concessions on revenue sharing and housing, sources told ESPN.
Stewart to join Fenerbahce for EuroLeague event
Liberty star Breanna Stewart will join Fenerbahce ahead of the EuroLeague Women Final Six, which runs April 15-19. The WNBA season is scheduled to begin May 8.
Silver won't set deadline for WNBA agreement
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he is not prepared to set a deadline for a new agreement to ensure the WNBA season would start on the scheduled May 8 opening night.
A-LeagueFootball
Goalkeeper hauled off at half-time as howler sparks A-League rout before coach resigns
A comical own goal from Wellington goalkeeper Josh Oluwayemi sparked a 5-0 thrashing by Auckland FC, prompting coach Giancarlo Italiano to dramatically announce his resignation in the post-match press conference.
Jerseys of nations ‘involved in major conflict’ banned from A-League multicultural round
The A-League has been accused of undermining social cohesion after banning fans from wearing jerseys of nations “currently involved in major conflicts” ahead of this week’s multicultural round.
Major Socceroos blow as World Cup goal scorer’s injury likely to ruin chances of call-up
Veteran winger Craig Goodwin’s hopes of being chosen in the Socceroos’ FIFA World Cup squad are in tatters, with the Adelaide United skipper set to spend up to three months on the sidelines after injuring his groin.
‘What’s happened in this country?’: Roar coach’s ‘pre-judged’ claim in extraordinary ref tirade
Brisbane Roar coach Michael Valkanis has launched an extraordinary tirade after being shown a red card for the second time this season following his team’s sixth defeat in seven games on Saturday.
‘Heartbroken’: Tributes flow for celebrated former A-League coach after tragic death
The Australian football community is mourning the death of former Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar coach Rado Vidosic.
Teenager announces A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick; City embarrassed
Adelaide United teenager Brody Burkitt announced his A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick to sink Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.
Teenage girl wearing jersey with Palestinian flag refused entry to Sydney A-League game
Exclusive: Girl had to agree to remove shirt before being let into Allianz Stadium on Sunday night.
‘Damaging and disappointing’: Ugly twist in A-Leagues debacle as investor takes shock swipe
Spurned investor Damon Hanlin has slammed the Australian Professional Leagues, saying he had been “encouraged” to be Central Coast Mariners’ “financial stabiliser” by the club’s outgoing chairman before being denied the chance to become the A-League outfit’s official owner.
‘Nothing ever happened’: Skipper hits back after groundbreaking Aussie’s homophobia claims
Australia’s first openly gay male professional footballer, Josh Cavallo, has accused Adelaide United of being homophobic — but the club’s captain has hit back.
Josh Cavallo claims homophobia drove him out of Adelaide United
Josh Cavallo has accused his former A-League club Adelaide United of homophobia and blocking him from playing after he came out as gay in 2021. The 26-year-old left the Reds last year and moved from Australia to England where he now plays non-league football.
Netball
Diamonds find 'identity' ahead of gold medal defence
Coach Stacey Marinkovich believes a refreshed Diamonds squad has found its "identity" ahead of attempting to become the first Australian netball team to defend Commonwealth Games gold.
All too easy for the Diamonds in sealing series win over Jamaica
Kate Moloney celebrates her 50-game milestone in style as the Australian Diamonds post a 32-goal victory over an understrength Jamaica in Perth.
Australia's netballers thrash Jamaica in first Test
The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
Diamonds eye timely glimpse of Jamaica in Test series
Australia's netballers expect to gain precious intelligence ahead of a showpiece tournament when they host Jamaica in a three-Test series.
Diamonds bolster defence for Jamaica series as Commonwealth Games loom
Australia's netball hierarchy settles on a replacement for an injured defender ahead of the Diamonds' three-Test series against Jamaica.
'It makes training sessions feel twice as hard': Zara Walters was running on empty
Zara Walters felt tired, dizzy and unable to recover from training sessions — then she found out she was low in iron. It's a condition that often goes undiagnosed, especially in female athletes.
A rare brain illness couldn't stop Milly from making country netball history
A rare brain illness left Milly Brock unable to walk or speak, but eight months later, she was back leading her regional netball club on grand final day.
This 18-year-old is the first badged netball umpire in a wheelchair
Brodie Taylor has changed the game of netball by overturning disability preconceptions to become the first person in a wheelchair to attain national netball umpiring accreditation.
Super Netball eyes expansion as it seeks two new teams
Super Netball could have two additional teams by 2027, with Netball Australia calling for expressions of interest to expand the competition.