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BBC

Feyi-Waboso out of England's Six Nations opener

Wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso is ruled out of England's Six Nations opener against Wales on Saturday after suffering a leg injury in training.

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BBC

In-game adverts rile rugby fans on Six Nations debut

In-game adverts made their UK television debut in Thursday night's Six Nations match between Ireland and France - to the irritation of many.

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BBC

Crisis-hit Welsh rugby aiming to halt decline

Travelling to Twickenham has provided Welsh fans with some magic memories over the years, but the landscape is different in 2026.

BBC • Rugby Union → 9 hours ago

BBC

Ex-Villa striker Duran set for sixth club aged 22

Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran is set to join the sixth club of his career at the age of just 22.

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BBC

Scotland fans left in limbo over World Cup tickets hold-up

Scotland fans who applied for tickets were told to expect a confirmation email on Thursday - but some are still waiting.

BBC • Football → 10 hours ago

ESPN

Stafford wins first MVP, says he'll return in '26

Rams QB Matthew Stafford edged Drake Maye in the closest MVP vote since 2003, then closed his acceptance speech by saying he'll return to play next season.

ESPN • NFL → 10 hours ago

ESPN

Garrett named DPOY; JSN wins offensive honors

Myles Garrett's record-breaking season earned him a unanimous selection as Defensive Player of the Year, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba narrowly won Offensive Player of the Year at Thursday's NFL Honors ceremony.

ESPN • NFL → 10 hours ago

ESPN

AP, Big Ben, Gronk lead '27 HOF 1st-time eligibles

The first-ballot headliners for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2027 include running back Adrian Peterson, quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and tight end Rob Gronkowski. Each of those players played their last season in 2021.

ESPN • NFL → 10 hours ago

BBC

Slade could see out career at Exeter - Baxter

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says England centre Henry Slade could see out his career at Sandy Park after signing a new two-year contract.

BBC • Rugby Union → 10 hours ago

ESPN

Norris: Russell 'giddy' about being F1 favourite

Reigning world champion Lando Norris has said his old friend George Russell is "giddy" with excitement at being title favourite for Formula 1's 2026 season.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 10 hours ago

Basketball

Fox Sports

‘Absolutely bonkers’: Historic NBL bloodbath as star ignites in ‘ridiculous’ career night

It was already a special night for the annual Teal game for the Tasmania JackJumpers but guard Nick Marshall made it just that extra bit special on a record night at MyState Bank Arena.

Fox Sports • Basketball → 10 hours ago

The Athletic

Luka Dončić ruled out of Lakers-Sixers game after leaving with apparent leg injury

Dončić appeared to grab at the back of his leg in the second quarter. He stayed in the game but was limping and needed to be taken out.

The Athletic • NBA → 16 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Luka Doncic exits Lakers game with left leg soreness

IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect / ReutersThe Los Angeles Lakers had to play the second half without Luka Doncic on Thursday. They can only hope that's the extent of his time out.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 16 hours ago

RealGM

Celtics Trade Josh Minott To Nets

The Boston Celtics traded Josh Minott to the Brooklyn Nets. The move came after Boston dealt Chris Boucher to the Utah Jazz earlier in the day. Minott, 23, signed with the Celtics during the offseason after beginning his career with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

RealGM • Basketball → 17 hours ago

The Athletic

2026 NBA trade deadline: 10 best players on the market who weren't dealt

These names were in trade rumors for weeks. In the end, their addresses aren't changing. At least not yet.

The Athletic • NBA → 18 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Get off the plane’: Inside Aussie’s 630km dash as wild ‘revenge game’ stuns NBA

The NBA trade deadline passed on Friday and if his first game in Hawks colours is anything to go by, Jock Landale is going to be a steal in Atlanta.

Fox Sports • NBA → 18 hours ago

RealGM

Arturas Karnisovas: Bulls Prioritize Youth, Flexibility After Aggressive Trade Deadline

Chicago Bulls vice president Arturas Karnisovas said Thursday the franchise executed seven trades before the deadline because the team was "not satisfied with being in the middle." The moves represented a dramatic shift for an organization stuck in mediocrity for four consecutive seasons.

RealGM • Basketball → 18 hours ago

RealGM

Sixers Convert Dominick Barlow From Two-Way Deal To Multi-Year Standard Contract

The Philadelphia 76ers have signed Dominick Barlow to a multi-year standard NBA contract.

RealGM • Basketball → 18 hours ago

The Athletic

Steve Kerr admits he 'could have done a better job' of helping Jonathan Kuminga

"I really want to see him succeed, and I'm sorry that it didn't happen here," Kerr said. "We all take ownership of that.".

The Athletic • NBA → 18 hours ago

ESPN

Sources: Eyeing NCAA return, Bailey to visit GCU

Amari Bailey, who is seeking to become the first player to return to college basketball after playing in NBA games, has set up his first official recruiting visit to Grand Canyon University, sources told ESPN.

ESPN • College Basketball → 18 hours ago

Cricket

BBC

Suryavanshi, 14, hits 175 against England in U19 World Cup final

India teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi makes a stunning 175 from just 80 balls in the Under-19 World Cup final against England.

BBC • Cricket → 10 hours ago

Fox Sports

Umpires step in over Marnus blow-up as star fumes after fiery send-off — Shield wrap

Marnus Labuschagne returned fire toward Sam Elliott on Friday after he was given a send-off amid the 17-wicket Sheffield Shield carnage at the MCG on day one.

Fox Sports • Cricket → 10 hours ago

BBC

The Office, Willy Wonka & Denmark at Euro 92 - Scotland's chaotic WC prep

Scotland bowler Mark Watt collects his thoughts to reflect on the team's rush to get prepared for their unexpected trip to the T20 World Cup.

BBC • Cricket → 13 hours ago

BBC

Top run-scorer, wicket-taker and champion - T20 World Cup predictions

Who will win? Who will be the top run-scorers and wicket-takers? The Test Match Special team make their T20 World Cup predictions.

BBC • Cricket → 13 hours ago

BBC

Australia's Hazlewood ruled out of T20 World Cup

Seamer Josh Hazlewood had been named in the 15-man squad but Cricket Australia say it's "too much of a risk" to try get him fit for the latter stages of the competition.

BBC • Cricket → 14 hours ago

Fox Sports

Aussie World Cup camp dealt huge blow in shock 15-year nightmare

Star seamer Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup, with the Australians now missing two frontline pace bowlers in a brutal blow.

Fox Sports • Cricket → 14 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

Paceman Hazlewood ruled out of T20 World Cup

Australia to go into a World Cup without a big three quick for the first time since 2011.

Cricket.com.au → 17 hours ago

Cricinfo

DC coach Jonathan Batty: If you keep putting yourself in finals, you will win one

The Delhi Capitals coach had high praise for Jemimah Rodrigues as captain and said Nandani Sharma was the bowler of the season.

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Cricket.com.au

Litchfield awaits fond farewell for inspirational skipper

Young opener reveals childhood connection with superstar as they prepare for upcoming India contests.

Cricket.com.au → 19 hours ago

Cricinfo

'All bases covered': Marsh upbeat despite Australia's tricky preparation

The team's one warm-up match in Sri Lanka was washed out on Thursday but the captain has backed his squad to be ready.

Cricinfo → 19 hours ago

Rugby Union

BBC

Cornish Pirates crowdfund to help pay for storm damage

Cornish Pirates launch a crowdfunder to help pay for the damage caused by last month's storms.

BBC • Rugby Union → 10 hours ago

The Guardian

Farrell to carry out review after Ireland humbled by France in Six Nations

Andy Farrell is confident Ireland can keep pace with Test rugby’s leading sides as he prepares to conduct a frank post-mortem into a resounding 36-14 Six Nations loss to reigning champions France.

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 10 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Wallabies great reveals key area to lift in pursuit of former glory

A champion of Australian rugby believes his former club have shown similarities to his all-conquering 2011 side, but highlighted one area that must stay fit.

Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 11 hours ago

BBC

Cambridge Rugby deny reports of 'financial crisis'

Cambridge Rugby Club say all players and staff have been paid in full and on time, after reports regarding the club's financial position.

BBC • Rugby Union → 12 hours ago

BBC

'Scrutiny and pressure on Irish has reached new level'

Ireland face one of the most difficult periods of soul-searching under Andy Farrell after falling to a vastly superior France in Thursday's Six Nations opener.

BBC • Rugby Union → 13 hours ago

The Guardian

Sports quiz of the week: Winter Olympics, Six Nations and Super Bowl

Have you been following the big stories in football, tennis, NFL, rugby, cricket, winter sports, snooker and boxing?. Continue reading...

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 13 hours ago

BBC

Power, width & barnstorming Earl - how England attack sparked to life

BBC Sport crunches the numbers to see if greater ambition in attack can secure England a Six Nations title.

BBC • Rugby Union → 13 hours ago

BBC

Rees-Zammit and the question we're all asking

To coincide with the start of his new podcast series, Gareth Rhys Owen looks at the role Louis Rees-Zammit is playing in the changing face of rugby in Wales.

BBC • Rugby Union → 15 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘You can’t suddenly swap sides’: Schmidt explains why he said no to All Blacks

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has confirmed he had ruled himself out of contention for the New Zealand job, and gave thoughts on how the transitions of Les Kiss and Angus Crichton will work best.

Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 17 hours ago

BBC

Ireland must 'stop rot' after Paris humbling

Ireland's heavy defeat by France to open the Six Nations will only further press questions raised by a lacklustre autumn.

BBC • Rugby Union → 21 hours ago

Football

BBC

'Why young British managers need lower league experience'

In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why he thinks there is a negative reaction to British managers when they get jobs in the Premier League - and the path young coaches should take.

BBC • Football → 11 hours ago

BBC

Why is every EFL game kicking off one minute later this weekend?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why matches in all three English Football League divisions are kicking off one minute later than usual this weekend.

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BBC

Pundits have 'duty of responsibility' - Van Dijk

Former players turned pundits have a "duty of responsibility" to the new generation of footballers when commenting on their performances, Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says.

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BBC

FPL talking point: Double up on Arsenal defenders

With a desirable set of fixtures, it is time to put three Arsenal players into your Fantasy Premier League team.

BBC • Football → 12 hours ago

BBC

Putellas' future? Chelsea's quiet window? Emma Sanders transfers Q&A

BBC Sport reporter Emma Sanders takes fans' questions on the Women's Super League, the transfer window and the future of Alexia Putellas.

BBC • Football → 13 hours ago

BBC

How Casemiro revived his Man Utd career

Casemiro's Manchester United career looked to be petering out, but the veteran midfielder has found a return to form this season.

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BBC

Five things in the EFL: Unlikely six-pointers and falls from grace

BBC Sport takes a look at the intriguing stories continuing to unfold across the EFL this weekend.

BBC • Football → 13 hours ago

BBC

Napoli want extended deal for McTominay - gossip

Serie A champions seek new deal for their Scottish hero, with Celtic on the brink of signing a big-name free agent...

BBC • Football → 13 hours ago

BBC

From £70 a week to brink of Premier League record 24 years later

James Milner will equal the Premier League appearance record if he features for Brighton on Sunday, 24 years after making his debut as a 16-year-old.

BBC • Football → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

Dani Carvajal embodies Real Madrid — so why is his future uncertain?

He has been at Madrid for 23 years, but his contract runs out this summer — so where does he stand? And what are the club thinking?.

The Athletic • Football → 16 hours ago

Premier LeagueFootball

The Athletic

The enigma of Alejandro Garnacho: When does potential have to become something more?

Football is an impatient business. Manchester United ran out of it with the winger, now he's made a slow start to his Chelsea career too.

The Athletic • Premier League → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Liverpool squad audit: What's the transfer strategy and where must they strengthen?

Analysing the depth of Arne Slot's squad after a quiet transfer window, and what will inform their summer transfer strategy.

The Athletic • Premier League → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Premier League predictions: Man Utd vs Tottenham, Liverpool vs Man City and rest of matchday 25

A change at the top? And what do our writer, the algorithm, a child and this week's subscriber expect to see on Matchday 25?.

The Athletic • Football → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Welcome to Arsenal's old south-London stadium, with its terraces hidden away in back gardens

Arsenal played at the Invicta Ground between 1890 and 1893, and parts of it have survived behind houses on a street in Plumstead.

The Athletic • Football → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Tom Lockyer, a Wrexham fan, and why every EFL match this weekend kicks off a minute late

Former Luton Town captain Lockyer, who suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch in 2023, is backing the Every Minute Matters campaign.

The Athletic • Premier League → 16 hours ago

The Athletic

Eddie Howe and the question of longevity at Newcastle United

The club's CEO says there is 'aligment' over the club's long-term plan and Newcastle are a rare example of stability, but for how long?.

The Athletic • Premier League → 16 hours ago

Fox Sports

Spurs boss responds to captain’s wild Insta rant as ‘disgraceful’ injury crisis deepens

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank said Thursday that Cristian Romero’s outspoken social media comments about the club’s transfer policy had been “dealt with internally” as he refused to confirm if the Spurs skipper had been disciplined.

Fox Sports • Football → 22 hours ago

BBC

Why Man Utd are taking their time over manager decision

Some are calling for Michael Carrick to be made permanent Man Utd manager, but the club will not rush a decision.

BBC • Football → 1 day ago

BBC

Liverpool to pay Chelsea at least £2.8m for Ngumoha

A tribunal rules Liverpool must pay Chelsea an intial £2.8m for signing teenage winger Rio Ngumoha from the Blues' academy in 2024.

BBC • Football → 1 day ago

BBC

Sutton's predictions v Gladiators star Apollo

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Gladiators star Apollo and AI with his predictions for this week's Premier League fixtures.

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NRLRugby League

NRL

Bellamy commits to coaching Storm for next three seasons

Melbourne Storm is proud to announce that Head Coach Craig Bellamy has extended his tenure with the Club, committing to a new contract until the end of the 2028 season.

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NRL

Flegler's 667-day wait over: Dolphins star cleared for Titans clash

After 677 days on the sideline, Thomas Flegler is cleared to finally run out in Dolphins colours next Thursday night, and he admits the moment can’t come soon enough.

NRL → 17 hours ago

NRL

Guide to Next-Gen Bulldogs to take on Cowboys

Before they take the field this Saturday for our first Pre-Season Challenge clash, get to know the players wearing the famous Blue and White this weekend!.

NRL → 18 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Reclaiming the Coast: How two key signings spell end of schoolboy drain

They’ve been accused of failing to tap into local talent, but under new coach Josh Hannay, the Titans are moving to embrace a grassroots identity.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 20 hours ago

NRL

Inside Holbrook's Newcastle rebuild as Knights eye long-term success

After five months of planning and preparation, new Knights coach Justin Holbrook is ready to step into the hot seat.

NRL → 20 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Why the NRL might have no choice but to change the kick-off rule

The ARLC abandoned a proposed change to the kick-off rule in the face of opposition by the clubs. But one new rule they did accept could make it essential.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 21 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘Factually incorrect’: Bears and Raiders deny Lomax link

The lawyer acting for Zac Lomax allegedly told the Eels that three clubs were a potential destination for the star winger. The Bears and Raiders deny they were among them.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 21 hours ago

NRL

Hull KR train harder than NRL clubs, says much-travelled Lawton

As he prepares to join a select group of players to play in Las Vegas twice, Karl Lawton says training at Hull KR is harder than in the NRL.

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Fox Sports

Forgotten Bulldogs giant’s fresh chance; ‘electrifying’ young gun’s tough reality: Talking Pts

The Australian Open has finished and the English cricketers are long gone, which means we’re just weeks away from the start of the NRL season in Las Vegas on March 1 (AEDT).

Fox Sports • NRL → 23 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘No way’: How a shock phone call and Eels lifeline lifted Foxx from his lowest point

*Watch Josh Addo-Carr in Rivals, which premieres exclusively on Kayo Sports on March 1 after the Las Vegas NRL season opener.

Fox Sports • NRL → 24 hours ago

Rugby League

NRL

Deadly mob: Stars back Deadly Choices health check campaign

An array of Indigenous stars, decked out in specially designed shirts, were out in force to throw their support behind this year's Deadly Choices season launch. .

NRL → 1 day ago

NRL

Roosters, Beetson Foundation combine with LAPD for youth initiative

Arthur Beetson's legacy is set to continue in the United States as the Roosters combine with Los Angeles Police Department for a coaching clinic ahead of the NRL’s season opening double-header at Allegiant Stadium.

NRL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

R360 money too good to refuse says May

Terrell May says he would leave the NRL if approached by R360.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

Flanagan’s big promise for 2026... and the huge gamble to make or break Red V revolution

The salt air in Wollongong and the humidity of Kogarah carry a familiar scent: desperate hope mixed with a healthy dose of scepticism.

Fox Sports • NRL → 1 day ago

NRL

Panthers couldn't do it but we will: Staggs eyes WCC title

Kotoni Staggs is adamant the Broncos will not take their World Club Challenge foes Hull KR lightly, vowing to bring home another trophy as they launch their title defence.

NRL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

NRL set to discuss revamping pre-season calendar as clubs keep stars under wraps

The future of the Pre-Season Challenge and All Stars match are set to come under review when the NRL sits down to broker a new broadcast deal.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 1 day ago

BBC

Workington out to reap rewards of Saints cup visit

The third round of the Challenge Cup sees 13 Super League teams away to lower division sides in a welcome David v Goliath boost for the pyramid.

BBC • Rugby League → 1 day ago

BBC

Peters 'keen' to have talks over England job

Hull KR's treble-winning head coach Willie Peters says while he is yet to speak to anyone it would "be a privilege" to be England's head coach at this year's World Cup.

BBC • Rugby League → 1 day ago

BBC

Review suggests moving Challenge Cup from Wembley

A wide-ranging review of rugby league has suggested moving the Challenge Cup final away from its historic home at Wembley.

BBC • Rugby League → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

‘It’s just bulls**t’: Bennett’s explosive blast at ‘whingers’ after major decision — NRL Daily

Hooker Reed Mahoney has revealed his exit from the Belmore-based club was the “toughest part” of his career, having fallen out of favour under Cameron Ciraldo.

Fox Sports • NRL → 1 day ago

AFLAussie Rules

Sydney Morning Herald

Demons rocked by injury woes

The Melbourne Demons are learning to adapt to life without key stars, while Bailey Smith awaits to learn if he will lose his licence.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 12 hours ago

ABC Sport

'The women just want to play footy': Premier backs shunned country club

A former football administrator has criticised AFL Victoria's decision not to allow a club to join a women-only league in Central Victoria.  .

ABC Sport • AFL → 16 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘The AFL don’t want to know about it’: Town’s 153-year-old footy club on verge of extinction

Maryborough Football Club has been in recess for 12 months. They believe they now only have one final chance at survival.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 17 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Graphic footage: Crow suffers horror injury in training clash

Adelaide’s Mark Keane awaits scan results on a suspected broken ankle after a heavy collision with teammate Finnbar Maley in Friday’s match sim.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 17 hours ago

Fox Sports

Shock report on Merrett contract talks; Baz caught in speeding incident — AFL Latest

A shock report has suggested Zach Merrett has begun preliminary talks of a contract extension at Essendon.

Fox Sports • AFL → 18 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘I’d be shocked if he didn’t apologise’: Why Lions coach has riled the Saints

Dual premiership coach Chris Fagan’s appraisal of St Kilda’s off-season spending spree has touched a nerve, with a Saints great insisting an apology is owed to his former club.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 19 hours ago

AFL

Saints add U18 premiership star to mix as SSP deadline looms

St Kilda has given Eastern Ranges graduate Blake Chambers a chance to trial for a spot on the list.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Riewoldt fires back at Fagan’s St Kilda pay swipe

Nick Riewoldt fires back at Chris Fagan, following the Brisbane coach's claims that the Saints’ massive deals pose a "danger" to the game.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 20 hours ago

AFL

Local icon commits to Devils as club eyes Tassie AFL talent

Tasmania has made a major off-field signing as the club's bid to land AFL talent ramps up.

AFL • AFL → 22 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘First time in three years’: Reid’s candid admission as Eagles superstar reveals role shift

Harley Reid has outlined his development both on and off the field heading into year three, including the expanded role he expects to play this season.

Fox Sports • AFL → 23 hours ago

Aussie Rules

Fox Sports

‘First person I called’: Warner lifts lid on Swans loyalty... and big admission fuelling flag redemption

Down, out and unable to play finals last year, the Sydney Swans pulled off an unlikely, but welcome, Round 22 win over eventual premiers Brisbane.

Fox Sports • AFL → 24 hours ago

AFL

Lions' Ah Chee stalemate with Crows was a matter of 'principle'

Chris Fagan took exception to Adelaide's comments following the breakdown in talks on a deal for Callum Ah Chee.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

The former junior teammate big Roo can’t wait to play alongside in Origin

Tristan Xerri can't wait for the AAMI AFL Origin clash on February 14.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

Ah Chee stalemate revisited as Fagan says Crows 'wouldn't have a clue'

Chris Fagan took exception to Adelaide's comments following the breakdown in talks on a deal for Callum Ah Chee.

AFL • AFL → 1 day ago

ABC Sport

If you think you're getting stressed watching the footy, you're right

A new study reveals how much high-stakes sporting events can get the heart pumping by strapping trackers to over 200 German football fans.

ABC Sport • AFL → 1 day ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Lions star backs Andrews to be club’s sole captain

Dual Brisbane premiership forward Charlie Cameron has backed Harris Andrews to be the Lions’ sole captain ahead of the club’s leadership group announcement.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 1 day ago

AFL

'A novel concept for some people': Saints hit back at Fagan

The Saints have hit back at Chris Fagan after the Lions coach's comments on their spending spree.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

AFL

League keen to 'see how it plays out' before locking in Origin's future

Andrew Dillon can't guarantee AFL Origin will become an annual match, with clubs given the ability to put players on restrictions.

AFL • AFL → 2 days ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Steven May needs to be as honest with himself as Melbourne were with him

May has hit the headlines again. That can be an opportunity for club and player to make the next phase of his career and life a positive.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Pies ‘not factoring’ Hill into 2026 plans as Cats reveal goal for star’s return after ‘challenging’ period

Collingwood star Bobby Hill reportedly won’t come into selection calculations for at least the first half of the season, with the 25-year-old yet to return to training.

Fox Sports • AFL → 2 days ago

Golf

Fox Sports

‘Will send them f***ing broke’: Ridiculous golf scene as freak 16,000,000-to-1 act costs $20k

Most of us can only ever dream of actually hitting a hole-in-one.

Fox Sports • Golf → 15 hours ago

ESPN

Gotterup stays hot in desert, leads Phoenix by 2

Chris Gotterup shot a bogey-free 8-under 63 to take a two-shot lead Thursday in the first round of the Phoenix Open.

ESPN • Golf → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Scheffler posts 2-over 73, worst round since June

Scottie Scheffler got off to a shaky start in his bid to win a third straight PGA Tour start, shooting a 2-over 73 in the first round of the Phoenix Open on Thursday.

ESPN • Golf → 22 hours ago

Fox Sports

Scottie explodes in rare ‘psycho’ moment as US rival leaves world No.1 in dust to threaten streak

So it appears Scottie Scheffler may be human after all.

Fox Sports • Golf → 23 hours ago

ESPN

Reed shares lead to open Euro's Qatar Masters

Patrick Reed, who won the Dubai Desert Classic and then lost in a playoff last week in the Bahrain Championship, finished with a 7-under 65 on Thursday to share the Qatar Masters lead with Daniel Hiller.

ESPN • Golf → 1 day ago

Fox Sports

On-site jails and total bedlam: Inside PGA’s boozy ‘s***show’... and the year chaos went too far

With music blaring, and beer cans flying, LIV Golf has built a reputation for being the party tour.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Doesn’t apply’: LIV’s quiet $17m cull emerges as superstar hits out over double standards claim

LIV Golf has quietly slashed the end-of-season windfall given to its best individual player in the midst of discontent over this week’s controversial world rankings ruling.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

ESPN

UnitedHealth exec named PGA of America CEO

The PGA of America has appointed UnitedHealth Group executive Terry Clark to be the next CEO, the second time in its last three hires the organization has chosen a business leader who was on its board of directors.

ESPN • Golf → 2 days ago

ESPN

How to bet the WM Phoenix Open: Target these Maverick McNealy, Si Woo Kim props

The fourth stop of the PGA Tour season brings us to Scottsdale, where we can expect to see plenty of birdies at the WM Phoenix Open.

ESPN • Golf → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

Everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 PGA Phoenix Open: Ultimate Guide

The PGA Tour heads to Scottsdale this week for the 2026 edition of the Waste Management Phoenix Open.

Fox Sports • Golf → 3 days ago

NBABasketball

ESPN

Dubs confident oft-injured Porzingis ready to play

The Warriors are unsure when the newly acquired Kristaps Porzingis will make his debut but did say the anticipation is the oft-injured big man would be back on the court soon.

ESPN • NBA → 18 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Nuggets' Peyton Watson reportedly sidelined with left hamstring strain

Amid a three-game losing streak, the Denver Nuggets have lost their fourth-leading scorer with a hamstring injury.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 19 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Nuggets' Peyton Watson, team's fourth-leading scorer, reportedly sidelined with left hamstring strain

Amid a three-game losing streak, the Denver Nuggets have lost their fourth-leading scorer with a hamstring injury.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Peyton Watson diagnosed with left hamstring strain, adding to Nuggets injury woes: Sources

Watson is one of four prominent Nuggets players who have missed extended time this season with an injury.

The Athletic • NBA → 20 hours ago

Fox Sports

Photo exposes big Bulls mistake; NBA’s ultimate trade ‘disaster’ laid bare: Winners and Losers

The NBA trade deadline has come and gone, with Giannis Antetokounmpo remaining on the Bucks — for now — while one of the biggest trade blunders in recent memory was laid bare.

Fox Sports • NBA → 20 hours ago

The Athletic

For Giannis, Bucks stick to Plan A(ntetokounmpo), but it’s about to get complicated ... again

When so many believed Antetokounmpo might finally be moved, the Bucks and their fans got to keep the Giannis dream alive.

The Athletic • NBA → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

Initial bids in Padres' sale process expected near end of February: Sources

An eventual sale of the Padres has been widely expected since Peter Seidler’s death in November 2023.

The Athletic • NBA → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Grizz keep Morant amid lukewarm trade market

The Grizzlies are keeping Ja Morant past the trade deadline amid lukewarm interest around the league for the star guard.

ESPN • NBA → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Bulls aim to exit NBA's 'middle' with busy deadline

After an uncommonly active trade deadline, Bulls VP Arturas Karnisovas said the franchise is "not satisfied" with being mediocre in a shift in tone from previous years.

ESPN • NBA → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Blazers' Henderson to make season debut Friday

Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson is set to make his season debut Friday after recovering from a torn left hamstring.

ESPN • NBA → 22 hours ago

Ice Hockey

The Athletic

Seth Jarvis shifts focus to Olympics after late Team Canada addition

Jarvis has 25 goals and 43 points in 49 games this year, and he was part of Canada’s gold medal-winning team at the 4 Nations Face-Off.

The Athletic • NHL → 16 hours ago

ESPN

Thompson, Dubois return, lift Caps before break

The Capitals activated forward Pierre-Luc Dubois and goalie Logan Thompson from the injured list prior to Thursday night's matchup with Nashville, their final game before the Olympic break.

ESPN • NHL → 23 hours ago

ESPN

Jarvis replaces ailing Point for Canadian team

Team Canada's Brayden Point will not participate in the Milan Cortina Olympics due to a lower-body injury, with Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis named as his replacement Thursday.

ESPN • NHL → 23 hours ago

The Athletic

Hurricanes' Seth Jarvis to replace Lightning's Brayden Point on Team Canada at Olympics

Jarvis secured a late invite to join Team Canada at the Olympics after Point was forced to pull out of the event due to a knee injury.

The Athletic • NHL → 23 hours ago

The Athletic

Police details of Gavin McKenna's arrest outlined in criminal complaint

A probable cause affidavit alleges that McKenna punched a man twice after "an exchange of words.".

The Athletic • NHL → 23 hours ago

The Athletic

Leon Draisaitl calls out Oilers after loss to Flames: 'It starts with coaches'

Draisaitl vented his frustration by calling out to his team and coaching staff after a 4-3 loss to the Flames on Wednesday.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

USA downs Czech Republic on Day 1 of Olympic women’s hockey headlined by norovirus outbreak

With Canada's game versus Finland postponed due to a norovirus outbreak, the U.S. and Czechia opened the Olympic women's hockey tournament.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Flames' Jonathan Huberdeau to have hip resurfacing surgery, will miss rest of season

The forward scored 10 goals and 25 points in 50 games with the Flames this season, including a goal versus Edmonton on Wednesday night.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Laila Edwards becomes first Black woman to play for USA at Olympic hockey tournament

Edwards has broken a barrier that had stood since women's hockey debuted at the Olympics in 1998.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Team Canada's Brad Marchand 'ready to go' for Olympics as Brayden Point decision looms

"There’s no rush to this right now, so we’re not rushing,’’ Team Canada GM Doug Armstrong said of making a final call on Point.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

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The Athletic

Jack Hughes expected to be available for Team USA at Olympics: Sources

Hughes suffered a minor lower-body injury last month.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Finland-Canada Olympic women's hockey game postponed after norovirus outbreak

A women’s Olympic hockey game between Canada and Finland was postponed Thursday after members of the Finland team contracted norovirus.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

ESPN

NHL Awards Watch: Kucherov gaining on MacKinnon for MVP?

We polled PHWA voters to find out who's ahead in the major races as some new names have entered the conversation for the Hart and Vezina.

ESPN • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Olympics women's hockey must-watches: Ranking the best forwards and defenders in Milan

The quest for Olympic gold in women’s hockey begins on Thursday. These are the top 25 players at the Milano Cortina Games.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

'Miracle: The Boys of '80' brings previously unaired footage of the historic U.S. hockey team to Netflix

The documentary creators discuss how they took a oft-told story about the gold-medal run and made it feel fresh.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The Athletic

NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings

Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

New York Times

2026 Winter Olympics Guide: How to Watch, Schedule, and Top Events

The best athletes in the world on snow and ice get their quadrennial moment this month at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy.

New York Times • NHL → 1 day ago

ESPN

Blue Jackets' Werenski enters Games on hot streak

Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski recorded his seventh-straight game with a point in Columbus' 4-0 win over the Blackhawks on Wednesday.

ESPN • NHL → 2 days ago

ESPN

Top NHL prospect McKenna charged with assault

Penn State forward Gavin McKenna, a top NHL prospect, has been charged with felony aggravated assault and other counts, according to Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court documents.

ESPN • NHL → 2 days ago

ESPN

Pens' Jones banned 20 games for PED violation

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Caleb Jones has been suspended 20 games for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program.

ESPN • NHL → 2 days ago

Baseball

Yahoo Sports

World Baseball Classic 2026: Here's all 78 MLB All-Stars in the tournament

Thursday saw the arrival of all 20 rosters set to compete in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. As expected, the United States was the most star-studded, with a handful of other teams possessing the talent usually needed to make a deep run.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 17 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

World Baseball Classic 2026: Tigers' Javier Báez ineligible to play for Puerto Rico due to positive marijuana test

Detroit Tigers All-Star Javier Báez has been ruled ineligible to play for Puerto Rico in the 2026 World Baseball Classic after testing positive for marijuana during the 2023 tournament, The Athletic's Cody Stavenhagen reports.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 18 hours ago

The Athletic

Team USA's roster is stacked, and Puerto Rico's run is ending: WBC roster takeaways

Plus, why the Dominican Republic could make a run to the championship on the back of its strong roster.

The Athletic • MLB → 18 hours ago

ESPN

Judge, Ohtani highlight star-studded WBC rosters

Seventy-eight All-Stars and 190 major leaguers dotted the rosters for the 20-team World Baseball Classic when they were fully unveiled on Thursday.

ESPN • MLB → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Tigers' Javier Báez suspended from 2026 WBC for marijuana usage: Source

Báez, who has a Puerto Rican flag tattooed on one of his arms, played for Team Puerto Rico in both 2017 and 2023.

The Athletic • MLB → 20 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Guardians' Emmanuel Clase accused of manipulating pitches in 48 different games as wire fraud trial looms

Diamond Images via Getty ImagesThe allegations against Emmanuel Clase appear to stretch much further than previously known.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 20 hours ago

The Athletic

The Tigers and MLB picked a fight with Tarik Skubal. Now they’re paying for it

Skubal brought his Cy Young Awards to his hearing — just as Tim Lincecum did years ago. But the pitcher did not need the props to win.

The Athletic • MLB → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Doc: Clase accused of rigged pitches in 48 games

Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase is accused of throwing suspect pitches to benefit bettors in at least 48 games over two years, significantly more than was initially revealed by prosecutors, according to a court document.

ESPN • MLB → 21 hours ago

The Athletic

The Tarik Skubal-Tigers saga comes to amicable end, and now they'll chase a title together

Tarik Skubal won his arbitration hearing, and the Tigers signed Framber Valdez. All's well that ends well? Especially if it ends in a title.

The Athletic • MLB → 21 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

What's next for Tarik Skubal, Detroit Tigers after landmark arbitration hearing?

If there’s one thing you should always expect the best pitcher in the world to do, it’s win. And for Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, his win Thursday was arguably the biggest one he has earned in his career.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 23 hours ago

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Yahoo Sports

Spring training roster battles: From the Red Sox's infield to the Mets' rotation, these contenders have positions to sort out before Opening Day

While most MLB teams spend the offseason attempting to address the most glaring needs on their rosters, many still arrive at spring training with a few unsettled spots.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 23 hours ago

ESPN

Reports: RHP Urquidy, Pirates reach 1-year deal

Pitcher Jose Urquidy and the Pirates agreed Thursday to a one-year, $1.5 million contract, according to multiple reports.

ESPN • MLB → 23 hours ago

ESPN

O's acquire Alexander from D-backs for 3 players

The Orioles have acquired utility player Blaze Alexander in a trade with the Diamondbacks, who will receive Kade Strowd and two minor leaguers in return.

ESPN • MLB → 23 hours ago

The Athletic

Tarik Skubal awarded $32 million in landmark arbitration victory

Skubal’s case could serve as a landmark victory for players in a time of greater labor uncertainty.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

ESPN

Sources: Skubal wins arbitration, to make $32M

Two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal won his arbitration case over the Tigers and will make $32 million this year, sources told ESPN, giving the ace $13 million more than Detroit offered.

ESPN • MLB → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Tarik Skubal reportedly wins arbitration case vs. Tigers, will earn arbitration-record $32 million in 2026

A three-person independent arbitration panel has awarded Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal a $32 million contract for the 2026 MLB season, ESPN's Jeff Passan reported Thursday. It is a one-year deal for Skubal, 29, and he will be eligible for unrestricted free agency next offseason.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Framber Valdez's big payday. Plus: How Brendan Donovan became a Mariner

Welcome to The Windup, The Athletic's MLB newsletter.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

ESPN

MLB players strike deal to be AI characters

Major League Baseball players have agreed to let a tech company create AI characters of themselves that can chat and interact with fans.

ESPN • MLB → 1 day ago

ESPN

Olney and Passan's MLB offseason lessons -- and what they mean for baseball's future

From more outrage over MLB's top spenders to what to make of deals that never happened, here's what we learned this winter.

ESPN • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Minnesota Twins 2026 top 20 prospects: Walker Jenkins, Emmanuel Rodriguez lead the way

Injuries had a significant impact on the Twins system in 2025, but there are still plenty of players with significant upside on their list.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

American Football

Yahoo Sports

NFL MVP Matthew Stafford says he'll return to Rams in 2026 during award acceptance speech

NFL MVP Matthew Stafford has committed to returning to the field in 2026, according to... NFL MVP Matthew Stafford.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 17 hours ago

ESPN

2026 NFL Honors: Who won the league's biggest awards?

Here are all the winners from Thursday's NFL Honors ceremony in San Francisco.

ESPN • NFL → 17 hours ago

The Athletic

Rams' Matthew Stafford edges Patriots' Drake Maye for MVP in closest race since 2003

Stafford says he's coming back to the Rams next season after throwing for an NFL-leading 4,707 yards and 46 touchdown passes in 2025.

The Athletic • NFL → 17 hours ago

ESPN

Jets DT Phillips: Glenn inherited 'cancerous' group

Jets DT Harrison Phillips said it has been difficult for the team to get over the franchise's losing culture, saying first-year coach Aaron Glenn inherited a "cancerous" group.

ESPN • NFL → 17 hours ago

ESPN

Brees, Fitzgerald make Hall of Fame in first year

The Pro Football Hall of Fame will welcome five into its 2026 class, including Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald -- who were in their first year of eligibility -- as well as Adam Vinatieri, Luke Kuechly and Roger Craig.

ESPN • NFL → 17 hours ago

ESPN

Cowboys picked to play in NFL's first game in Rio

The Cowboys will play in the NFL's first regular-season game in Rio de Janeiro against a TBD opponent at historic Maracana Stadium.

ESPN • NFL → 17 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Rams QB Matthew Stafford beats out Drake Maye to win his first NFL MVP award in close vote, announces he's returning next season

SAN FRANCISCO — It took a long time for Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford to win his first NFL MVP award. And when he did win, he barely won it.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 17 hours ago

ESPN

2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame: Meet the new members

The 2026 Hall of Fame class was announced during the NFL Honors ceremony in San Francisco.

ESPN • NFL → 17 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Eli Manning misses out on Pro Football Hall of Fame for a second straight year

. Eli Manning has once again missed out on making it into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The longtime former New York Giants quarterback fell short of making the cut into the Hall of Fame again this year, marking his second straight time falling short as one of the 15 modern-era finalists.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 18 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Hall of Fame 2026: Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald lead this year's class that won't feature Bill Belichick

SAN FRANCISCO — After Bill Belichick failed to get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on the first ballot, nobody seemed to be a lock to get in right away. But Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald were the definitions of first-ballot Hall of Famers.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 18 hours ago

NFLAmerican Football

The Athletic

Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Adam Vinatieri lead starry, Belichick-less Hall of Fame class

Vinatieri gives the Patriots representation after Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft missed out. Two first-ballot choices joined him.

The Athletic • NFL → 18 hours ago

The Athletic

Mike Vrabel of Super Bowl-bound Patriots named NFL Coach of the Year

After leading the Patriots to a 14-3 regular-season record and a berth in Super Bowl 60, Vrabel has been named the Coach of the Year.

The Athletic • NFL → 18 hours ago

The Athletic

Myles Garrett voted Defensive Player of the Year. Here are the other NFL Honors winners

Garrett, who was a wrecking ball for offenses during the Browns' regular season, was named Defensive Player of the Year for the second time.

The Athletic • NFL → 19 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NFL awards: Myles Garrett wins NFL Defensive Player of the year after a record season

Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesSAN FRANCISCO — It took Myles Garrett a little while to break through and win an NFL Defensive Player of the Year award. Now he has two.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 19 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NFL awards: Patriots' Mike Vrabel  wins his second Coach of Year; Myles Garrett is Defensive Player of Year

Thearon W. Henderson via Getty ImagesSAN FRANCISCO — When the New England Patriots hired Mike Vrabel last offseason, it was considered one of the best hires of the cycle.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 19 hours ago

The Athletic

Dallas Cowboys to play in NFL's first game in Rio de Janeiro

The Cowboys will play a regular-season game in Rio de Janeiro next season as the NFL continues to expand its international slate of games.

The Athletic • NFL → 19 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Cowboys will play NFL's first game in Rio de Janeiro, team's first international game in 12 years

"America's Team" is going international for the first time in 12 years. The Dallas Cowboys will be one of the participating teams in the NFL's first game in Rio de Janeiro next season.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 20 hours ago

ESPN

No Spanish? No problem: Bad Bunny promises a party at halftime

Bad Bunny reassured fans that his performance is meant to be felt, not translated.

ESPN • NFL → 20 hours ago

ESPN

Go big or go home: Super Bowl LX's most outrageous menu items

From a bone-in "Hammer" burger to a frozen Irish coffee float and a fortune cookie martini, this year's game-day eats are as grand as the stage itself.

ESPN • NFL → 20 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Super Bowl LX MEGA-Preview: Seahawks & Patriots DEEP DIVES & bold predictions

Subscribe to Football 301Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeNate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald are LIVE from San Francisco to give their final thoughts and predictions for Super LX as they find the strengths and weaknesses of the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 21 hours ago

College BasketballBasketball

ESPN

SEC's Sankey backs NCAA in affidavit vs. Bediako

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey filed an affidavit Thursday emphatically arguing that not upholding NCAA eligibility rules "fuels disruption" on the college sports landscape.

ESPN • College Basketball → 18 hours ago

ESPN

SEC distributes $1B-plus between its 16 schools

The SEC is distributing more than $1 billion -- an increase of more than $200 million -- to its 16 universities for the 2024-25 fiscal year, which ended last August.

ESPN • College Football → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Cristiano Ronaldo warned by Saudi Pro League over transfer protest

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ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

'We're poor': Sampson bemoans UH's low budget

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson said his top-10 team can't sign more recruits because the school's athletic department is "very poor.".

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

Power Rankings: A static top 5 (for now), but big rises (Kansas) and drops (Gonzaga, BYU) elsewhere

An upcoming week of tough matchups could result in a shakeup of teams at the top of the rankings.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

BYU coach hurt by another anti-Mormon chant

BYU coach Kevin Young shared his disappointment over the anti-Mormon chants that could be heard from the Oklahoma State student section during the No. 16 Cougars' upset loss to the Cowboys.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

Portland, led by injured coach, stuns No. 6 Zags

Portland pulled off one of the biggest upsets in school history Wednesday night, an 87-80 stunner over No. 6 Gonzaga that came just days after coach Shantay Legans tore his Achilles in practice.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

Izzo threatens to bench Fears after critical tech

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo called out star guard Jeremy Fears after he was accused of employ dirty tactics for the second straight game, this time earning a critical technical foul in a 76-73 loss to Minnesota.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 days ago

ESPN

Pat Knight quits as Marian coach over staff dispute

Pat Knight, the son of the late Bob Knight, has resigned as coach of the Marian Knights men's basketball team after refusing to comply with an administrator's demand he fire someone on his staff.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 days ago

ESPN

Ranking the top 12 men's Coach of the Year contenders at midseason

From Fred Hoiberg and the turnaround he's authored at Nebraska to usual suspects, see who made the short list.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 days ago

Tennis

ATP

How Alcaraz extended lead in battle for World No. 1 with Sinner

Carlos Alcaraz's Australian Open victory was important for more than just the moment. With his triumph at Melbourne Park, Alcaraz crucially extended his lead over Jannik Sinner in the battle for World No.

ATP → 19 hours ago

ATP

Ruud withdraws from Dallas following birth of his daughter

Casper Ruud will not compete at next week’s Nexo Dallas Open due to the birth of his daughter last week. The Norwegian, who welcomed his first child with his wife, Maria, shared the news on social media Thursday. "I am very sorry to let you know that I will sadly miss the Dallas Open next week.

ATP → 23 hours ago

ESPN

Eala suffers singles exit in Abu Dhabi but marches on in doubles with Indonesian 'SEAster' Tjen

Despite a singles loss, Alex Eala can continue to shine at the Abu Dhabi Open -- alongside fellow Southeast Asian star Janice Tjen in doubles.

ESPN • Tennis → 1 day ago

WTA

Oliynykova saves 21 break points in Cluj-Napoca; to face Raducanu next

Oleksandra Oliynykova saved 21 out of 23 break points en route to upsetting Wang Xinyu at the Transylvania Open to make her first WTA semifinal in just her second main draw. She'll face top seed Emma Raducanu, who defeated Maja Chwalinska in straight sets.

WTA → 1 day ago

ATP

Defending champion Auger-Aliassime defeats Wawrinka in Montpellier

Defending champion Felix Auger-Aliassime made a winning start to his title defence on Thursday at the Open Occitanie, where he overcame wild card Stan Wawrinka, who was making his final appearance at the ATP 250. In the pair’s first Lexus ATP Head2Head meeting, top seed Auger-Aliassime earned a 6-4, 7-6(3) win against the 40-year-old Swiss star to reach the quarter-finals in Montpellier.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

Hot Shot of the Month: Vote for January's winner

The 2026 ATP Tour season exploded into life in January, delivering a month packed with breathtaking shotmaking.

ATP → 1 day ago

WTA

Sabalenka, Swiatek, Rybakina headline star-studded Indian Wells field

The entire Top 10 will be in Indian Wells for the BNP Paribas Open, including World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, two-time champion Iga Swiatek, Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina and defending champion Mirra Andreeva.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Alexandrova stops Eala; Bejlek, Baptiste break new ground in Abu Dhabi

Ekaterina Alexandrova ended Alexandra Eala's run at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open in straight sets in the quarterfinals, while Sara Bejlek delivered a flawless performance to reach her first tour-level semifinal.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

4 burning questions ahead of Doha and Dubai

Which player has the best chance to win her first WTA 1000 title? Which Top 10 player is most in need of a big result? We answer those questions and more ahead of the upcoming tournaments in Doha and Dubai.

WTA → 1 day ago

ESPN

ATP chairman Gaudenzi reelected to third term

Andrea Gaudenzi has been reelected as chairman of the ATP men's professional tennis tour, giving him a third term that runs through 2028.

ESPN • Tennis → 1 day ago

ATPTennis

ATP

Who is competing in Indian Wells? Alcaraz, Sinner, Djokovic headline

Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic are on the entry list for the first ATP Masters 1000 event of the season in March at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. The hard-court event, which runs from 4-15 March, is set to feature all of the current Top 10 players in the PIF ATP Rankings.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

Andrea Gaudenzi re-elected as ATP Chairman through 2028

The ATP today announced that Andrea Gaudenzi has been re-elected as Chairman. Gaudenzi will serve a third term through 2028, having held the position since January 2020. Under Gaudenzi’s leadership, men’s professional tennis has undergone a period of unprecedented growth.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

2026 Rotterdam tennis prize money

The ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam, Netherlands, which this year runs from 9-15 February, has announced a prize money total of €2,462,660 for the 2026 edition.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

2026 Dallas tennis prize money

The Nexo Dallas Open, which this year runs from 9-15 February, has announced a prize money total of $2,833,335 for the 2026 edition.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Zverev withdraws from Rotterdam

Alexander Zverev has withdrawn from the ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam. The tournament shared the news on social media on Wednesday. The 28-year-old last competed in Rotterdam in 2023, when he fell to Tallon Griekspoor in the second round.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Wawrinka downs Medjedovic for historic win in Montpellier

Stan Wawrinka made history at the Open Occitanie Wednesday.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

How a tire change underpinned Skupski's return to doubles World No. 1

Neal Skupski has returned to the summit of the PIF ATP Doubles Rankings, climbing to World No. 1 for the first time in 29 months. The Briton’s rise to the top was sealed in emphatic fashion, having won the Australian Open alongside Christian Harrison.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Relive Roger Federer’s first ATP Tour title, 25 years on

A quarter of a century has passed since a 19-year-old Roger Federer lifted his first ATP Tour trophy, a moment that marked the beginning of his historic career.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

How Alcaraz, Nadal combined to make Spanish history

Carlos Alcaraz added another golden chapter to Spanish tennis history on Sunday, when he lifted the Australian Open trophy to complete the Career Grand Slam and join Rafael Nadal in one of the sport’s most exclusive clubs.

ATP → 3 days ago

ATP

Fils wins first match since August in Montpellier

Arthur Fils made a triumphant return to the ATP Tour on Tuesday at the Open Occitanie Montpellier, where he overcame Valentin Royer 7-6(7), 6-7(4), 6-2. Competing for the first time since August, the dynamic Frenchman saved one set point in the first set and produced a thrilling third-set display to raise the roof at the ATP 250 indoor event.

ATP → 3 days ago

College FootballAmerican Football

ESPN

WR Edrine charged with rape; no longer at UVA

Jahmal Edrine was arrested Thursday and charged with one count of rape and one count of abduction. Virginia said he is no longer enrolled.

ESPN • College Football → 19 hours ago

ESPN

LA Bowl shutting down after just five editions

The LA Bowl is shutting down after five years of play.

ESPN • College Football → 22 hours ago

ESPN

UGA's Seymour charged with damaging property

Georgia DT London Seymour, son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Richard Seymour, was arrested Jan. 29 after he and three other men allegedly caused damage to 11 doors in two UGA dormitories on Dec. 5-6.

ESPN • College Football → 1 day ago

ESPN

Wetzel: Standing on the brink of anything-goes NCAA eligibility

By not controlling who is eligible, the NCAA is losing the ability to function as an organizing athletic body.

ESPN • College Football → 1 day ago

ESPN

Huskies' Williams got 'bad advice' on near transfer

Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. said Wednesday his short-lived decision to leave the Huskies was a mistake that resulted from "really bad advice.".

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

Montana's Hauck retires, says game no longer fun

Montana coach Bobby Hauck, saying that college football has become "not enjoyable" amid the seismic shift in the sport, announced his retirement Wednesday.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

NCAA denies appeal for Ole Miss QB Chambliss

The NCAA has denied Ole Miss' appeal for Trinidad Chambliss' sixth-year eligibility waiver, which will direct his fight to play college football in 2026 to state court.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

New OC Kelly sees potential at rising Northwestern

New Northwestern offensive coordinator Chip Kelly said he saw the Wildcats as an ascending program amid the rapid changes affecting college football.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

Badgers' Fickell asked to forgo 1-year extension

Wisconsin football coach Luke Fickell, at his request, was not among the coaches to receive a customary one-year extension from the school's athletic board.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

Cotton Bowl president Baker retiring after 38 years

Cotton Bowl president and CEO Rick Baker announced Wednesday he is retiring after 38 years with the organization that operates the College Football Playoff game played in North Texas.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

Miscellaneous

Front Office Sports

Charles Woodson Chooses His Liquor Brand Over Browns Owner Stake

SAN FRANCISCO — Charles Woodson told Front Office Sports he has opted to keep his name connected with the branding of his spirits company—and forgo a minority stake in the Cleveland Browns.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 24 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

Washington Commanders Tease New Logo Featuring Shield, Spears

The logo features their current "W" mark, which was introduced in 2022, at the center of a Greco-Roman shield, as well as two crossed spears and two stars, notably used for military rankings.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Hartford Yard Goats reprise classic Rock Cats identity

The Hartford Yard Goats have been a fixture in Minor League Baseball for the last decade—so much so that it’s hard to remember a time when they were not part of MiLB’s logo landscape. But from 1995 to 2015, the franchise was located 16 miles to the southwest in New.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Front Office Sports

NFL: Super Bowl Field Standards Won’t Repeat Previous Slip-Ups

SAN FRANCISCO — Even amid growing discord between the NFL and NFL Players Association on matters such as a potential 18-game regular season, there is rising consensus about developing fields around the league that can meet a “Goldilocks” standard for performance and player safety.

Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Football Association of Wales Marks 150th Anniversary With Retro National Team Kit

The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is marking its 150th anniversary with a special retro kit for the country’s national teams. The Cymru 150th Anniversary jersey, made by adidas, was unveiled earlier this week on the FAW’s website and social media platforms.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Front Office Sports

Manfred, DeSantis Support Rays Stadium, Funding Questions Persist

There is a groundswell of additional support behind the Rays’ revised plans to build a ballpark in Hillsborough County, Fla., but as has been the case for much of the past 20 years, there are still plenty of unanswered questions about funding.

Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 2 days ago

Front Office Sports

Lakers Center Suspended for Pushing Wizards Mascot

Lakers center Jaxson Hayes has been suspended for one game because of a physical altercation during the Lakers and Wizards game on Jan. 30. That altercation was with G-Wiz, Washington’s mascot.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

New Detroit Tigers Uniform Leaked in Video Game Trailer

A blink-and-you-miss-it shot in the new MLB The Show 26 trailer appears to show Tarik Skubal in a previously unseen orange Detroit Tigers alternate with new cap, pants striping, and a “crawling tiger” sleeve patch.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

Great Lakes Loons celebrate local myth with Michigan Dogmen alternate identity

Minor League Baseball teams have a tradition of recognizing local cryptids.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

Front Office Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo Skips Game to Express Displeasure With Saudi PIF

Cristiano Ronaldo sat out of Monday’s game for his Saudi club in protest of its lack of spending in the transfer window.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 3 days ago

MLSFootball

Yahoo Sports

Sporting Kansas City signs 15-year-old Zamir Loyo Reynaga, hoping he'll debut in the MLS in 2027

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Sporting Kansas City has signed 15-year-old midfielder Zamir Loyo Reynaga, putting him on a trajectory for a 2027 MLS debut. The MLS Next Pro deal will send Loyo Reynaga to Sporting KC II this season with the likelihood he joins the first team next year.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

San Jose Earthquakes head sporting strategist dies at 36

The San Jose Earthquakes have announced that head sporting strategist Vassili Cremanzidis has died at age 36. The Earthquakes did not specify a cause of death, but BPM Sports radio reported that Cremanzidis died of cancer.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 1 day ago

The Athletic

James Rodríguez, Minnesota United finalizing deal to bring Colombian star to MLS: Sources

The Colombian superstar appears headed to an unexpected landing spot as he aims to return to form before the World Cup.

The Athletic • Football → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr absence, transfer frustrations and €50m release clause

The 41-year-old forward missed Al Nassr's game on Monday and is disappointed with the club's lack of movement in the transfer market.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Newell's Old Boys planning Lionel Messi return in 2027, vice president says

The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner scored 234 goals in the Argentinian club's youth system before moving to Barcelona at 13.

The Athletic • Football → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Whisper it, Arsenal fans… Plus: Guardiola gets political, Rodriguez to Minnesota?

Today in TAFC: Arsenal still in the quadruple hunt, Guardiola speaks his mind on politics, and will Rodriguez end up at Minnesota?.

The Athletic • Football → 3 days ago

Yahoo Sports

???? CR7 may quit Al-Nassr for MLS or European return, says report

The future of Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr seems to be numbered. On the verge of turning 41, the Portuguese star is dissatisfied with the direction of football in Saudi Arabia and is seriously considering leaving the club in June, at the end of the European season.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 3 days ago

Yahoo Sports

New York City FC’s new home will be host venue for LA 2028 Olympics

New York City FC’s new home isn’t even built yet and it already has a feather in its cap.  The LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games committee announced that the yet-to-be-completed Etihad Park will serve as a host venue for the 2028 Summer Olympic soccer tournaments.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 3 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Are the Whitecaps about to die? Vancouver sound alarm bells amid difficult sale process

On the surface, Vancouver Whitecaps CEO Axel Schuster’s press conference last week would have felt familiar to almost any North American sports fan. Once again, a team was agitating for more money or a better stadium. Once again, local governments were at least partially to blame.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 3 days ago

The Athletic

James Rodriguez, Minnesota United in talks over shocking deal: Sources

The Colombian star is a free agent after leaving Club León in Mexico.

The Athletic • Football → 3 days ago

WTATennis

WTA

Eala comes from 4-0 down, saves match point in dramatic Abu Dhabi second-round win

Alexandra Eala showed her staying power in Abu Dhabi, coming back from a set down and a 4–0 deficit in the third set, saving a match point to defeat Aliaksandra Sasnovich and reach the quarterfinals.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Venus Williams accepts wild card into ATX Open in Austin

Venus Williams, 45, will make her inaugural appearance at the ATX Open in Austin later this month, playing both singles and doubles. She'll be joined in the draw by Jessica Pegula and Iva Jovic.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Sabalenka pulls out of Qatar TotalEnergies Open in Doha

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will miss next week's Qatar TotalEnergies Open in Doha, citing a change of schedule. Lois Boisson has also withdrawn from the tournament with a leg injury.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

2026 Qatar Open 411: Dates, players and everything else you need to know

The Qatar TotalEnergies Open, the first WTA 1000 tournament of the season, kicks off on Sunday, Feb. 8. Amanda Anisimova will be back to defend her title, and she'll be joined by Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

2026 PIF Race to the WTA Finals leaderboard launches

An Australian Open title-run sends Elena Rybakina to the top, with Aryna Sabalenka and Elina Svitolina close behind after a busy start to the season.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

'I just had to grind': Baptiste upsets Navarro in Abu Dhabi three-setter

Hailey Baptiste scored her fourth career Top 20 win after coming through a topsy-turvy three-setter against Emma Navarro in the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open second round, while McCartney Kessler also delivered an upset of Leylah Fernandez.

WTA → 3 days ago

WTA

The Mercedes-Benz star makes its WTA Tour debut in Abu Dhabi and Ostrava

As Mercedes-Benz begins its role as Premier Partner, the iconic star arrives on court in Abu Dhabi and Ostrava, marking the first visible step in a season-long presence across more than 30 WTA tournaments worldwide.

WTA → 4 days ago

WTA

Eala pays tribute to close friend Sonmez after Abu Dhabi win

Alexandra Eala defeated Zeynep Sonmez in a first-round contest at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open between traiblazers and close friends, while Jelena Ostapenko saved two match points in a rollercoaster victory over Oksana Selekhmeteva.

WTA → 4 days ago

WTA

Week in Review: Fearless underdogs and the return of a champion

The Australian swing is in the books, culminating in a memorable Australian Open final between Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka. We hand out our weekly awards as the WTA Tour heads to the Middle East.

WTA → 4 days ago

WTA

Rankings Watch: Rybakina’s climb, mothers back in Top 10, youth on the rise

Fourteen months after returning from maternity leave, Belinda Bencic and Elina Svitolina make history together after Melbourne, while Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina ties her career-high ranking.

WTA → 4 days ago

Formula 1Motorsport

Formula 1

Komatsu admits Haas ‘expected more’ from Ocon in 2025

Ayao Komatsu has admitted that Haas “expected more” from Esteban Ocon in 2025, with the team boss anticipating that the driver will make “more [of a] contribution” during the upcoming campaign following talks over the winter.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Hamilton feels ‘winning mentality’ at Ferrari ‘more than ever’

Lewis Hamilton has spoken about an “incredibly enthusiastic” mood at Ferrari in the build-up to the 2026 season, with the seven-time World Champion feeling a “winning mentality in every single person more than ever”.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

BBC

'It's unique' - Can Norris and Piastri guide McLaren to success again?

Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris and his team-mate Oscar Piastri speak to BBC Sport's Natalie Pirks, discussing their relationship, their new and improved car and their hopes for the new season.

BBC • Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Lowdon praises ‘strong team spirit’ at Cadillac

Cadillac Team Principal Graeme Lowdon has praised the “strong team spirit” of the new squad following their early mileage at the Barcelona Shakedown, with the mood in the camp ahead of pre-season testing in Bahrain slated as “really positive”.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Audi retain Felbermayr for second season in 2026

Emma Felbermayr has become the 14th driver locked in for the 2026 F1 ACADEMY season, with Audi confirming that the Austrian racer will represent them for her second campaign in the all-female series.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Williams FW48 hits the track for first time at Silverstone

Williams’ 2026 car has hit the track for the first time, with the squad confirming that the FW48 ran during a shakedown at Silverstone.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

How Norris proved to himself he has ‘what it takes’

2025 World Champion sits down with Lawrence Barretto to reflect on his title achievement as well as looking ahead to a new season in Formula 1.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

ESPN

F1 champion Norris hungry for 2nd title

Lando Norris insists he is still as hungry as ever to win the Formula 1 title as defending champion, even if by his own admission, he does not have the same single-minded ambition as greats like Michael Schumacher and Max Verstappen.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 2 days ago

ESPN

Piastri expects 'Papaya Rules' to continue in 2026

Oscar Piastri is expecting McLaren's controversial Papaya Rules approach to continue this year, after he found himself on the wrong side of it at last year's Italian Grand Prix.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 2 days ago

The Guardian

Lando Norris driven to defend F1 title but says he has ‘different mentality to Max’

Lando Norris has insisted he enters the new Formula One season highly motivated to retain the world championship he won for the first time last year. The McLaren driver believes his maiden triumph has only given him greater confidence in his ability.

The Guardian • Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Motorsport

MotoGP

Alex Marquez fends off Bezzecchi as sun sets on Sepang Test

The 2025 GP winner is top but ‘Bez’ is hot on the chase as testing concludes in Malaysia.

MotoGP → 1 day ago

BBC

'More chaos in races' from new F1 rules - Norris

World champion Lando Norris is anticipating "more chaos in races" as a result of new rule changes in Formula 1 next season.

BBC • Formula 1 → 2 days ago

ESPN

Preece overcomes sleet, cautions to win The Clash

Ryan Preece is the winner of NASCAR's season-opening exhibition, The Clash.

ESPN • Motorsport → 2 days ago

ESPN

Williams 2026 FW48 hits the track after delays

The new Williams Formula 1 car, which missed the opening week of preseason testing due to delays in production, has finally hit the track during a filming day at Silverstone on Wednesday.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

American Express confirms Dobson for 2026

American Express have announced that Ava Dobson will be representing the F1 ACADEMY Official Partner on the 2026 grid.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

10 quiz questions on the latest Formula 1 news

Test your knowledge of the Formula 1 news from the past seven days...

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

Why Hadjar’s mum knew about Red Bull seat before he did

Isack Hadjar has revealed that his mum found out about his promotion to the Red Bull team before he did, having received a phone call about the news prior to her son.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

BBC

The F1, football and NFL figures with Epstein links after conviction

Senior figures in sport maintained personal contact with Jeffrey Epstein, while others were discussed regarding potential deals.

BBC • Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

Stefano Domenicali attends Apple TV press day

Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, has been speaking about the new partnership between F1 and Apple during an Apple TV press day, following on from the announcement in October that Apple would become the sport’s exclusive US broadcast partner from 2026.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

DRIVING TOMORROW: Ariana Bravo on the future of F1 fan engagement

As part of Santander’s Driving Tomorrow series, Ariana Bravo discusses the growth of Formula 1, the evolution of the fanbase, and her hopes for the next phase of the championship’s development when it comes to viewer and spectator engagement.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

NBLBasketball

NBL

How to watch & talking points: Perth v Cairns

Perth Wildcats (5th) v Cairns Taipans (9th)Friday, February 6, 9.30pm AEDTRAC Arena How to watch‍‍Watch every game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scores‍Live scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the new and improved NBL App.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

For Josh King, only one thing matters

The numbers all pointed one way for the now NBL-leading South East Melbourne Phoenix, but Josh King had his focus locked on a single stat line: 31 second-half points conceded.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Spice up your life: The moment that changed Pepper's season

Heading into the 2026 HoopsFest, all the talk was about if the Perth Wildcats were going to replace injured star David Duke Jr.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

No rush on Perth’s Finals Wildcard

It has been 40 days since David Duke Jr. last suited up for the Perth Wildcats, but with Finals assured and the next generation getting it done, John Rillie is content to keep his star import on ice. Duke Jr.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Anstey welcomes war of words

It's the hottest off-court topic in basketball, with opinions divided over the conduct of club owners in the public domain. While some discourage owners speaking out, others encourage it. Former MVP, Chris Anstey, believes it can be good for the game.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

How to watch & talking points: Tasmania v Brisbane

Tasmania JackJumpers (6th) v Brisbane Bullets (10th)Friday, February 6, 7.30pm AEDTMyState Bank Arena How to watch‍‍Watch every game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scores‍Live scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the new and improved NBL App.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Hawks snatch it from 36ers to stay alive

The Illawarra Hawks produced a stunning finish to snatch the 100-99 win at home to stay in the race for NBL sixth position while knocking the Adelaide 36ers from top spot in the process.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Phoenix take advantage of wounded Breakers

The South East Melbourne Phoenix have set up their top two battle on Sunday with the Sydney Kings by taking full advantage of the New Zealand Breakers who saw their front court further decimated with the 114-83 win.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

"He can do things that no other player can"

Melbourne United are preparing to unleash star guard Shea Ili at full throttle in the playoffs in the hope he could make the difference in their NBL championship push.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Rising Next Star to miss Phoenix clash

The New Zealand Breakers have announced that their NBL Next Star Karim Lopez will miss Thursday’s Round 20 clash with South East Melbourne. The Mexican 18-year-old, who scored a career-high 32 points last round against Melbourne, is sidelined due to a lower leg issue.

NBL → 2 days ago

Netball

ABC Sport

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.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 day ago

ABC Sport

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.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 days ago

ABC Sport

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.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 week ago

ABC Sport

'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.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

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.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

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.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

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.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

Boys changing the game as netball pushes hard for Olympic future

From regional Queensland to state level, boys' netball is gaining momentum and reshaping the future of the sport.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 months ago

MotoGPMotorsport

MotoGP

Mir leads Honda charge to the 1:56 club before rain stops play in Sepang

A day of two halves sees Honda and VR46 claim the top three as opposite fortunes for Yamaha see all their machinery stay in the pits on Wednesday.

MotoGP → 2 days ago

MotoGP

Marc Marquez fastest, Quartararo sidelined from Sepang Test

Day 1 is in the books with a familiar #93 on top, but there’s drama elsewhere as Quartararo crashes and returns home to recover.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Sepang Test: as it happened on the final day

Stay up to date with all the action from the Sepang Test as MotoGP action in 2026 ignites.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Watch: Quartararo confirms Honda talks

Ahead of the Sepang Test getting underway, the Frenchman addressed the rumours that he’s signed for HRC in 2027.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

ULTIMATE GUIDE: Sepang Test kicks off 2026

New items, fresh faces and a return to action – three days of Malaysian testing await.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Honda HRC Castrol reveal 2026 colours

Mir and Marini pull the covers off their machinery for the season as Honda HRC Castrol conclude our 2026 Team Presentations in style.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Bezzecchi renews with Aprilia Racing on multi-year new contract

"Marco Bezzecchi and the RS-GP say yes" - Aprilia confirm the #72's renewal in some style as the very first domino of 2027 silly season officially falls.

MotoGP → 5 days ago

MotoGP

Zarco’s Castrol Honda LCR & Moreira’s all-new Pro Honda LCR liveries revealed

The French veteran and the Brazilian rookie takes the covers off their machinery for our record-breaking 2026 season.

MotoGP → 5 days ago

MotoGP

‘Pure essence’: BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP unveil 2026 colours

Alex Marquez takes to the stage in Kuala Lumpur as Aldeguer connects from afar to take the covers off their new livery.

MotoGP → 6 days ago

MotoGP

Shakedown concludes with Honda fastest at Sepang

The three-day season starter wraps up for test riders, rookies and factory race riders with concessions ahead of the official Sepang Test next week.

MotoGP → 6 days ago

WNBABasketball

ESPN

Road to $1M paydays: How WNBA salaries evolved with each CBA

For the first time, a $1 million base salary is expected in the new WNBA CBA, and the cap could see a 230% increase.

ESPN • WNBA → 2 days ago

Andscape

Unrivaled’s Philly stop reflects momentum driving WNBA players amid labor dispute

Philadelphia sports fans are known as some of the most passionate people around. Add in the progressive sensibilities of women’s basketball supporters, and it can create an impact that is truly unrivaled.

Andscape • WNBA → 3 days ago

ESPN

WNBA, players meet in person in 'helpful' talks

The WNBA and the players' union met for a few hours Monday for the first time in several weeks to try to move the stalled collective bargaining negotiations forward.

ESPN • WNBA → 4 days ago

ESPN

Sources: WNBA, union meeting could be 'pivotal'

The WNBA and WNBPA will meet Monday morning in New York, sources close to the process told ESPN, a meeting many believe could be "pivotal" in whether a new collective bargaining agreement is reached or players decide to strike.

ESPN • WNBA → 5 days ago

ESPN

Unrivaled draws record crowd of 21,490 in Philly

Unrivaled co-founder Napheesa Collier said it was "unbelievable" to see a record 21,490 fans attend the 3-on-3 league's inaugural tour stop in Philadelphia.

ESPN • WNBA → 7 days ago

ESPN

WNBA, players' union to resume CBA talks Monday

The WNBA and the WNBPA are scheduled to hold an in-person meeting in New York on Monday to discuss a new collective bargaining agreement.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 week ago

ESPN

Portland Fire reveal WNBA's newest on-court look

The Portland Fire's on-court look reconnects the previously tenured franchise with the city's embracement of the team.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 week ago

ESPN

WNBA labor talks: Four ways a new CBA can get done

The 2026 season is just over 100 days away, but negotiations between the WNBA and players' union are at a stalemate.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 week ago

ESPN

Fever's Clark to join 'Sunday Night Basketball'

The Fever's Caitlin Clark will appear two nights on NBC's 'Sunday Night Basketball' for pregame coverage of the Lakers-Knicks on Feb. 1 and then will return for another pregame show on March 29 when the Knicks visit the Thunder.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 week ago

ESPN

Minnesota teams, NBPA call for peace amid unrest

The Vikings, Wild, Timberwolves and Lynx as well as the NBPA spoke out Sunday about the fatal shootings by federal agents in the state, calling for a de-escalation of tensions and peace.

ESPN • NBA → 2 weeks ago

AFLWAussie Rules

AFL

Tassie preparing to enter AFLW competition in 2028

Tasmania CEO Brendan Gale has indicated when he expects the Devils to enter the AFLW competition.

AFL • AFLW → 3 days ago

AFL

The new way AFLW teams can add players to their lists

The AFLW's first pre-season draft is on the horizon, with players needing to meet one key criteria in order to be eligible.

AFL • AFLW → 3 days ago

AFL

Power coach steps down after four seasons in charge

The Power are searching for a new AFLW coach after Lauren Arnell made the decision to step down.

AFL • AFLW → 2 weeks ago

AFL

Draft, trade, cross-coders: How your club built its AFLW list

Some clubs back themselves to identify and develop young talent, while others hit trade periods hard. This is how each club has built its list.

AFL • AFLW → 2 weeks ago

AFL

Stepping up: Your club's breakout player of 2025

From new stars to established ones who have found another gear, we choose the player from each club that turned heads this season.

AFL • AFLW → 3 weeks ago

AFL

'Becoming relevant again': Fast-finishing Dogs put finals back in sight

Western Bulldogs coach Tamara Hyett says her side is ready to return to finals in 2026.

AFL • AFLW → 3 weeks ago

AFL

DJs, designers, doctors: AFLW players' lives away from footy

From firefighting to fashion, DJ decks to design labels, see what AFLW players get up to away from the field.

AFL • AFLW → 4 weeks ago

AFL

Your club's best 21: Who's in, who's out, who's new

Gemma Bastiani has compiled her predicted starting 21 for each team ahead of the 2026 season.

AFL • AFLW → 1 month ago

AFL

Instant impact: The off-season moves that paid off in 2025

We take a look back at some of the best off-season moves that paid off in 2025.

AFL • AFLW → 1 month ago

AFL

Dear Santa, here's what the AFLW clubs want for Christmas

Here's what the 18 AFLW clubs want to find under the tree this Christmas.

AFL • AFLW → 2 months ago

A-LeagueFootball

Fox Sports

‘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.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 week ago

Fox Sports

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.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 weeks ago

The Guardian

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.

The Guardian • A-League → 2 weeks ago

Fox Sports

‘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.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 weeks ago

Fox Sports

‘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.

Fox Sports • A-League → 4 weeks ago

The Guardian

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.

The Guardian • A-League → 4 weeks ago

Fox Sports

A-Leagues club plunged into doubt as $1m deal turns sour, chairman stripped of licence

The Australian Professional Leagues has taken control of Central Coast Mariners in an interim capacity after stripping chairman Mike Charlesworth of the club’s licence following the breakdown of his unofficial ownership deal with Damon Hanlin.

Fox Sports • A-League → 4 weeks ago

The Guardian

Roar seeking legal advice over Mariners coach’s comments after spiteful A-League Men game

The ugly half-time spat between A-League teams Brisbane Roar and Central Coast Mariners has had an even uglier fallout, with Brisbane seeking legal advice after Mariners interim coach Warren Moon’s stinging post-match comments.

The Guardian • A-League → 1 month ago

Fox Sports

‘Disgrace’: A-League club fires back at searing serve after ‘police called’ claim in tunnel blow-up

Central Coast Mariners interim coach Warren Moon has blasted his former club Brisbane for the “conduct” of their staff, which led to police involvement during Wednesday night’s 2-1 loss in Gosford — earning an angry response from the Roar, which said Moon’s spray was “inappropriate, irresponsible, and unsupported by any facts”.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 month ago

Fox Sports

Trio slapped with whopping bans over A-League betting scandal

Three former A-League players have been slapped with lengthy bans from Football Australia for their involvement in match-fixing offences.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 months ago