Surrey race to eight-wicket win over Middlesex in Blast
Ollie Pope strikes his first half-century of this year's T20 Blast as Surrey coast past Middlesex in a one-sided South Group derby at The Oval.
Ollie Pope strikes his first half-century of this year's T20 Blast as Surrey coast past Middlesex in a one-sided South Group derby at The Oval.
On locker clean-out day this past January, Green Bay Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons told reporters that, realistically, he’d miss the early part of the 2026 season while working his way back to the field from the torn left ACL that cut his 2025 campaign short.
The NBA Finals are here between the Knicks and Spurs, which means 28 other teams across the league are solely focused on their offseasons. Workouts are happening every day across the country right now, as teams are figuring out what their priorities will be come draft night.
Rugby league’s traditional powerhouses are no longer Penrith’s biggest title threats. A new breed of brilliant, unpredictable challengers is emerging.
Carlton and West Coast are a genuine chance to play finals this season, despite winning just four of their first 12 games.
Nick Castellanos’ MLB career was on thin ice after the outfielder was released by the Philadelphia Phillies in February. But the San Diego Padres decided to give the veteran one more chance, signing Castellanos to a one-year deal shortly after he hit the market.
The 25-year-old had initially suggested that his hamstring injury would keep him out of the game against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
In such a multinational league, forwards who speak just one language are often deployed alongside two who share their own native tongue.
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube. The Cleveland Guardians take on the New York Yankees this week in what could be a potential postseason matchup. The two franchises have a storied history of meeting in the playoffs and producing memorable games.
Bristol City forward Sinclair Armstrong leaves the Championship club in order to join Turkish side Goztepe for an undisclosed fee.
The preseason schedule starts Aug. 6 with the Panthers and Cardinals playing in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio.
An arrest warrant has reportedly been issued for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk in California’s Santa Clara County, per the California Post. The warrant is for a “misdemeanor charge of exhibition of speed.”.
Teasley, who will have final say on roster decisions, will sit atop the team's power structure with Kevin O'Connell and Rob Brzezinski.
. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has no desire to sit in front of Congress and discuss the Sports Broadcasting Act. Goodell will reportedly “politely decline” an invitation to discuss the NFL’s current media landscape in front of Congress, according to John Ourand of Puck.
After firing Kevin Stefanski, the Cleveland Browns decided to go with Todd Monken as head coach, passing over defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, who had been with the team since 2023. That set in motion Schwartz’s departure from the franchise despite the 60-year-old having a year left on his contract.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has been revealed as the cover athlete for EA Sports’ Madden 27 video game. EA released two covers featuring Williams on Wednesday.
Myles Garrett said he is intrigued by the Rams' talent level as well as the man running the team.
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — When there’s a chance a Pro Bowl-caliber player will become available, it’s Eliot Wolf’s job to call that player’s boss and ask. “I call and I get laughed at,” the Patriots’ top personnel man reflected from his office Tuesday.
The former Browns defensive coordinator was a finalist in Cleveland's search for a new head coach following the firing of Kevin Stefanski.
The rookie grace period is over. Now it’s time to see how the 2025 NFL Draft’s quarterback class performs as sophomores.
The Los Angeles Rams did not confirm Tuesday that Aaron Donald is considering a comeback to the NFL. They also didn’t deny it. And head coach Sean McVay, understandably, sounds excited about the prospect.
The talented wide receiver, 24, will be staying in Atlanta for an additional four years, thanks to a new $141 million extension.
Kara Durrette via Getty ImagesDrake London has played himself into becoming the Atlanta Falcons' No. 1 option at wide receiver over the past couple of seasons, and now he's been rewarded for it.
Several of Jacobs' Packers teammates voiced their support as he awaits a final charging decision from the Brown County D.A.'s Office.
A Patriots fan as a youngster, Brown made his debut with former coach Mike Vrabel at New England's OTA practice on Tuesday.
The linebacker said earlier on Tuesday that he wanted to be "a Steeler for life.".
. Subscribe to Football 301 with Nate TiceApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeNate Tice & Matt Harmon break down what to expect from every second-year quarterback heading into the 2026 NFL season.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and edge rusher Nick Herbig agreed to a four-year, $100 million contract extension that includes $42 million guaranteed, NFL Network and ESPN reported Tuesday. Details of the deal aren’t clear.
A.J. Brown described being traded to the New England Patriots as a “dream come true” in his “7PM in Brooklyn” interview with NBC Sports’ Maria Taylor that dropped Tuesday. The three-time All-Pro wide receiver also said the moment was “like Christmas.”.
Life’s pretty good when you’re one of the best teams in the NFL, with a stocked depth chart that’s the envy of the league. Life’s even better when you’ve got the flexibility to game out scenarios to pay off years down the line.
The Canadian Football League season might start in the summer, but the BC Lions are embracing winter with their new white away jerseys.
For the second year in a row, the French Open women’s singles tournament has a Cinderella run, after former world No. 114 Maja Chwalińska went from the qualifying rounds to reach the semifinals. However, the timing of the tournament may make it harder for her to capitalize.
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is entering a period of historic change, thanks in large part to a set of sweeping facility decisions by the region’s pro sports teams.
During the first period of Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday, Hurricanes fans broke out into a chant: “No means no.” The target was Carter Hart, the starting goalie for the opposing Golden Knights.
Former U.S. men’s national team star Landon Donovan—who played 15 seasons in Major League Soccer, won six titles, and remains the league’s all-time assist leader—believes MLS has improved but still has a perception issue among fans. “It’s starting to change.
Miami (Fla.) wide receiver Malachi Toney, Oregon quarterback Dante Moore and Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy are this season’s featured athletes. The post EA Sports Officially Reveals Standard, Deluxe Edition Covers For College Football 27 appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The last four decades have been a real whirlwind for the Lethbridge Hurricanes, and they’re celebrating with a new anniversary logo.
Steph Curry is still chasing the kind of standalone empire Michael Jordan built at Nike. The sneaker company he just signed with, China’s Li-Ning, is chasing something, too: a place among the world’s biggest sportswear brands.
Major League Baseball is marking Lou Gehrig Day with custom number 4 uniform patches, red "4-ALS" wristbands, special base jewels, lineup cards, broadcast booth tributes, and a league-wide auction benefitting ALS research.
The patches will be removed after each game and placed inside of Topps trading cards, just like rookies and award winners earlier this season. The post New York Knicks, San Antonio Spurs To Wear “USA 250” Jersey Patch In 2026 NBA Finals appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
BBC Sport look at all of the World Cup 2026 squads and answer some of the key questions.
Predominantly pro-U.S. crowds have been hard to come by on U.S. soil for the USMNT, but support vs. Senegal was noted by the players.
Andoni Iraola is set to be announced as the Liverpool head coach this week - but what is the feeling around the city to his impending arrival?.
Will Liverpool-bound Andoni Iraola buck the trend of Premier League managers struggling after moving to a so-called 'big-six' club?.
Millwall have published a first-of-its-kind “Pride playbook” to help football clubs form stronger partnerships with LGBTQ+ teams across the country.
Wondering how each of the 48 teams in the 2026 World Cup made it into the field? We have you covered.
A quest to deliver the “biggest complaint Fifa has ever received” is being launched by campaigners a week before the World Cup.
Having stormed through African qualifying without conceding a goal, can Sabri Lamouchi lead the Eagles of Carthage out of the group stage for the first time?. This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 48 countries who qualified.
BBC Sport explores whether spying is as regular an occurrence in Germany as Southampton boss Tonda Eckert claims.
Fan groups, such as American Outlaws, got last-minute seating locations for U.S. games, and they'll be spread around upper decks.
It may be the closely guarded private fiefdom of the MCC, but weight of history makes the ground a true institution. There are three Lord’s in London.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt says they will not be replicating the social media ban that was in place for the 2017 World Cup for this year's T20 version.
Scotland finished as the table-toppers after beating Netherlands, with three wins in four matches and one match between Bangladesh and Netherlands to go.
England have invested in Brendon McCullum once again but now it is time for his team to start paying back the faith, writes Stephan Shemilt.
The full schedule and fixture list, including start time and venues, for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026.
New Zealand are perfect opponents to stress-test post-Ashes attitude, as they seek another away series win.
Matt Henry will lead the NZ fast bowling unit, which also includes Nathan Smith, Will O'Rourke, Blair Tickner and Zak Foulkes.
Sri Lanka brought Kamindu Mendis to the opening position.
Captain Ben Stokes warns that players could abandon international cricket if England take a hardline stance on the Indian Premier League.
Essex Women's captain Grace Scrivens signs a new two-year deal until the end of the 2028 season.
Fresh off her stunning 3-6, 7-5, 6-0 upset of No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, wtatennis.com briefly spoke to Shnaider, who dubbed the victory as a 'huge moment in her career.' She'll face Maja Chwalinska for a spot in her first Grand Slam final at Roland Garros.
Mirra Andreeva and Sorana Cirstea shared an embrace, while Marta Kostyuk dedicated her breakthrough semifinal to Ukraine. Maja Chwalinska and Diana Shnaider are also first-time Grand Slam semifinalists, with Shnaider winning 10 straight games to stun World No.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka confessed that she got into a "got into very deep, deep, dark hole" in her French Open quarterfinal defeat against Diana Shnaider.
Two first-time Grand Slam finalists are guaranteed at Roland Garros, but who plays for Coupe Suzanne-Lenglen will be determined Thursday. In the semifinals, Mirra Andreeva faces Marta Kostyuk in a Madrid final rematch while Diana Shnaider battles qualifier Maja Chwalinska.
We're down to four in Paris, and it's one of the most improbable semifinals in recent Grand Slam memory. Ahead of Thursday's matches, we ask one pressing question facing each Roland Garros semifinalist.
Diana Shnaider came from a set and a double break down, winning the last 10 games in a row, to upset World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka at Roland Garros to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal.
The 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams is set to make her first tournament appearance since 2022. Here's how to watch her return at the HSBC Championships at The Queen's Club.
Qualifier Maja Chwalinska continued her dream run at Roland Garros by reaching her first Grand Slam semifinal with a straight-sets win over Anna Kalinskaya.
Venus Williams admitted that she's hardly seen Serena play of late, but knows her stroke is there and isn't too concerned about her level ahead of her 2026 debut at Queen's Club.
Alexander Zverev insisted he’s just focused on his upcoming semi-final rather than being the favourite to win a first major after he laid down a marker at the French Open on Tuesday with a straight-sets victory over Rafael Jodar.
Roland Garros quarterfinalist Maja Chwalinska, 2019 US Open champion Bianca Andreescu, former Wimbledon quarterfinalist Lulu Sun and Rouen finalist Veronika Podrez are among the players on the 2026 Wimbledon qualifying entry list.
In the aftermath of the first-ever all-Ukrainian quarterfinal at a Grand Slam, Marta Kostyuk emotionally paid tribute to her country and her opponent, Elina Svitolina.
Marta Kostyuk won the first all-Ukrainian Grand Slam quarterfinal in history in three sets over compatriot Elina Svitolina at Roland Garros, extending her winning streak to 17 matches in a row and advancing to her first Grand Slam semifinal.
Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska puts her Cinderella run to the test against Anna Kalinskaya while World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka faces Diana Shnaider for the first time, all vying for a spot in Roland Garros' final four.
Mirra Andreeva needed just 56 minutes to defeat Sorana Cirstea and reach the Roland Garros semifinals for the second time in three years. The 19-year-old improved to a tour-leading 34 match wins in 2026 and will face No. 15 seed Marta Kostyuk for a place in the final.
Maja Chwalinska, Anna Kalinskaya and Aryna Sabalenka headlined an action-packed fourth round at Roland Garros, highlighted by the continuation of a breakout run, a three-set thriller and a statement win by the World No. 1 to finish it off.
For the third time this season, Aryna Sabalenka got the better of Naomi Osaka in a high-quality tussle to round out the quarterfinal field at Roland Garros.
World No. 2 Elena Rybakina will be the new top seed at next week's HSBC Championships, and she'll be joined by No. 56 Zheng Qinwen. World No. 5 Jessica Pegula has pulled out of the tournament, as did Hailey Baptiste following her injury at Roland Garros.
From 23 Grand Slam singles titles and 319 weeks at No. 1 to four Olympic gold medals, a closer look at the numbers behind one of the most decorated careers in sports.
Diana Shnaider reached her first Grand Slam quarterfinal with a convincing three-set victory over Madison Keys at Roland Garros. The 22-year-old also ended an eight-match losing streak against Top 20 opponents and will next face either Aryna Sabalenka or Naomi Osaka.
Miller will undergo a radiofrequency ablation of the facet joints, which the Phillies termed a "minimally invasive procedure.".
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Most of these are hypotheticals — but we made some calls, and owners opening their books isn't a total fantasy due to ongoing labor talks.
This is not a moment Jo Adell is going to want to remember. The Los Angeles Angels outfielder botched what looked like a routine fly ball on Tuesday night in Anaheim. Remarkably, that mistake resulted in a home run for the Colorado Rockies.
AP Photo/Mark J. TerrillThis is not a moment Jo Adell is going to want to remember. The Los Angeles Angels outfielder botched what looked like a routine fly ball on Tuesday night in Anaheim. Remarkably, that mistake resulted in a home run for the Colorado Rockies.
The team doctor examined Judge on Tuesday night, and his findings were "in line with what the imaging (showed)," Aaron Boone said.
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone told reporters on Tuesday that star slugger Aaron Judge has been playing through shoulder soreness, per The Athletic’s Brendan Kuty. The level of discomfort has been described as “nagging,” but it advanced over the weekend.
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone told reporters Tuesday that star slugger Aaron Judge has been playing through shoulder soreness, per The Athletic’s Brendan Kuty. The level of discomfort has been described as “nagging,” but it advanced over the weekend.
Welcome to June.
Baseball players have sustained some pretty wacky injuries over the years. Back in 2004, Chicago Cubs star Sammy Sosa reportedly strained his back with a violent sneeze. The following year, Colorado Rockies infielder Clint Barmes broke his collarbone while carrying deer meat up the stairs.
Jordyn Adams appeared in 38 big-league games but spent most of his career in the minors. He was a top-100 wide receiver in high school.
Despite an MVP-type performance from Yordan Alvarez to open the season, the Houston Astros are struggling in 2026. Injuries have crushed the team, as multiple members of both the starting rotation and the lineup have already missed significant time.
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The shirtless MLB movement feels like a miracle drug for boredom, a long time coming for even baseball’s most traditional fan base.
In the second part of The Athletic's eight-month investigation into fixing, we look at the betting scandals gripping U.S. sport.
Jaxon played a big role in helping his brother Eli develop into a top MLB prospect. Now he's looking to make own mark in pro ball.
The landscape for the individual award races is starting to take shape. This week, we’re looking at the top award candidates for each team.
In a conversation with The Athletic, Bregman broke down where he thinks his power went, what he thinks is wrong and what isn't.
Union head Bruce Meyer came out publicly Monday against the league's plan. “I thought they would try harder to make it look good," he said.
We are two months and two days away from the MLB trade deadline, and as the month of June begins, there are several players who have shined throughout the first half.
EA SPORTS have launched the 2026 Season Pack for F1 25, adding the latest regulations, cars, teams, driver line-ups, and the virtual Madring circuit.
In Formula 1, performance is decided in moments where conditions change instantly, and decisions carry consequence. The difference isn’t just speed – it’s perspective.
The weather forecast is in ahead of the sixth race weekend of the season from Monaco.
Ahead of a busy run of races – starting with the Monaco Grand Prix – Mercedes' James Allison has shared an insight into why it is likely to challenge the team.
As McLaren get ready to mark their 1000th race in Formula 1, our writers look back on their favourite moments from the team's lengthy spell in the sport.
Former Ferrari driver Jean Alesi is Tom Clarkson's latest guest on the Beyond The Grid podcast.
As Charles Leclerc commits to Ferrari with a contract extension, F1.com looks back at some of his highlights with the Italian team.
F1 Correspondent Lawrence Barretto delves into the reasons why Charles Leclerc and Ferrari have agreed a new multi-year deal.
Full reset? It's plausible as MotoGP heads for Hungary and goes anti-clockwise.
As F1 prepares to head to Europe for the first time in 2026, which tyres have Pirelli chosen for the Monaco Grand Prix?.
Charles Leclerc's new deal will see him race with Ferrari "for the coming seasons.".
It’s time to test your knowledge of some of the iconic moments from Monaco, ahead of one of F1’s most historic races.
We look at the betting markets to see who bookmakers are backing to win in Monte Carlo.
Here is all the information you need to follow the Monaco Grand Prix weekend live on F1 TV.
Aston Martin will showcase a unique change to their livery for the Monaco Grand Prix.
Charles Leclerc has signed a new multiyear deal to continue driving for Ferrari, with the 28-year-old Monégasque extending his relationship with the team which began in 2019. He will continue to drive alongside Lewis Hamilton, who also has a long-term contract with the team.
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc agrees a new long-term deal ahead of this weekend's Monaco Grand Prix.
Andrew Benson assesses whether the 2026 rules will change the character of the race where overtaking is most difficult.
Our experts bring you all the important betting information you need before making your Monte Carlo predictions.
F1.com delves into the data from seasons gone by to investigate how Kimi Antonelli's current 43-point lead in the championship compares to title fights from the recent past.
The Athletic's eight-month investigation into fixing looks at the way one fixer sought to destroy Brazilian clubs from the inside.
The footballer-turned-media-mogul is freed from the shackles of British television and is ready to speak to his mind.
The Athletic's eight-month investigation into fixing details the way a group of Australian players were corrupted.
A summer of enforced rest and recovery could be what Cole Palmer needs to scale previous heights again.
The 1930 tournament could hardly have been more chaotic, ending with a one-armed goalscorer, a stoning and a wake for a player who was alive.
As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique football culture.
The goals, the games and the downright weird — a look back at all 22 World Cups and the most interesting facts and figures to have emerged.
A cargo ship, a floodlit metal cage, 24 of the world's best players, and Eric Cantona. This was one of the greatest soccer ads of all time.
As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique football culture.
In our ninth extract from The Soccer 100, we return to Mexico City in 1986 and the goals, grit and guile which saw Argentina past England.
This week's free sports business cheat sheet from The Athletic.
The New York Knicks will reportedly have center Mitchell Robinson available for Wednesday’s Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Robinson underwent surgery last week to repair a fractured fifth metacarpal in his right hand.
Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil discuss the biggest questions that will define the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. From how to deal with Victor Wembanyama to who wins the battle of the corner threes, they dive deep into every aspect of the series.
What if we're wrong about everything in the NBA Finals? We preview Spurs-Knicks from every angle, then we draft the playoff guys we trust most in a Game 7, and finish with fake trades that would absolutely break NBA Twitter.
How to watch Spurs vs. Knicks Game 1 Tonight's Game 1 will be broadcast on ABC and is available to stream live on Fubo. Category Details Date Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Tip-Off Time 8:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM CT Live Stream Fubo Venue Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, TX The ultimate destination has arrived.
The move comes after Rozier was in violation of his NBA contract this season due to his alleged role in a sports gambling scheme.
Victor Wembanyama entered the NBA in 2023 as the big man with the highest expectations since Shaquille O'Neal was the first overall pick by the Orlando Magic in 1992. O'Neal reached the Finals in his third season in 1995, just like Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs this season.
The outdoor watch party at Plaza 33, which NYPD shut down in the East finals, will return for Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
LA Clippers point guard Darius Garland was a recent guest on the Ball In The Family podcast, which was hosted by Lonzo Ball and LiAngelo Ball. Garland touched on a lot of topics, with a specific focus on how happy he is to be a part of the Clippers.
The Boston Celtics are considered the wild-card possibility in the impending Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes. Boston considered making a run at Antetokounmpo ahead of last February's trade deadline. They could re-engage the Milwaukee Bucks in trade talks this summer.
Trade rumors continue to swirl around Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. With the Bucks self-imposed deadline of having clarity by the 2026 NBA Draft being roughly three weeks away, the market for Antetokounmpo may be clarifying a bit.
Like the Larry O'Brien trophy, when a player sees the NBA Finals script logo, it means one thing: They're playing for a ring.
What started as a weekend paint job by two MTA workers has become an instant attraction for Knicks fans.
The Spurs have found a love for each other over the course of this season, with guidance from their title-winning forefathers.
The Knicks and Spurs, partying like it's 1999. Here's the broadcast schedule for Jalen Brunson, Victor Wembanyama and the 2026 NBA Finals.
A few names representing the NBA Finals beginning this week once donned Sacramento Kings gear.
It's all come together for Knicks. Brown has been perfect for New York, and New York has been perfect for him. A golden opportunity awaits.
Miami? Boston? Orlando? Cleveland? Each playoff round provides more intel for the Milwaukee Bucks as they weigh an Antetokounmpo trade.
“The world needs more people who have the guts to care,” said Brad Stulberg, a University of Michigan professor.
The Staal family has convened in Raleigh to root for history to repeat itself as Jordan captains Carolina in the Stanley Cup Final.
What used to be a minor concern as the Hurricanes steamrolled their way to the Stanley Cup Final is now a much more urgent issue.
The latest clutch goal after a rough drought for Hertl came in a very fitting location to give Vegas the first win of the Stanley Cup Final.
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The hole at the top of the lineup Ovechkin filled for two decades had been vacant long before any decision has to be made on his future.
In Game 1, the “Golden Misfits” who helped build the franchise delivered for one of the biggest wins in its history.
Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final might have been one of the most exciting championship series openers ever.
Wheeler's year-end list is made up of 64 forwards, 31 defensemen (16 righties and 15 lefties) and five goalies.
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
Teams that win Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final have gone on to win the championship 76.4 percent of the time (81-25) throughout NHL history.
Ahead of Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, the NHL and NHLPA leadership met with the press to address a number of pressing topics.
Cassidy told The Athletic that he would give up the salary he's owed for next season just for a chance to interview with other teams.
The Dallas Stars' lease at their current arena, American Airlines Center, expires in 2031.
After finishing as runner-up in Norris voting last season, Zach Werenski earned 113 first-place votes among 198 ballots cast.
The league’s six-phase roster building process officially opened Tuesday.
The Carolina Hurricanes will face the Vegas Golden Knights in the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final. Here's how to watch live. (Terence Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) The Vegas Golden Knights will face the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Final.
Werenski earned 113 first-place votes, beating out finalists Cale Makar and Rasmus Dahlin.
Reminder: You don't need to care about the NHL's TV ratings.
In Carolina, credit for the Hurricanes' success flows to the top. In Portland, the Blazers' new owner has been met with a rockier reception.
No matter how much progress the Red Wings make, or how close they seem to returning to the playoffs, it all falls apart late in the season.
St Helens prop Matty Lees' exit from the club at the end of the season will give both him and the club a clean slate, says boss Paul Rowley.
Wigan Warriors' trip to Paris to face Catalans Dragons will be a perfect stage to showcase rugby league to a wider audience, says Oliver Partington.
Broncos coach Michael Maguire is crying out for a “response” from his struggling side after making the big call to demote Ezra Mam to the bench.
See all the late mail, official team news and updates for Round 14 of the 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership competition.
Reece Walsh isn’t expected to win the Queensland No. 1 jersey for Game II, but to save the series, do the Maroons “need” to pick the electric fullback?.
With the first set of bye rounds under our belt, we now need to pivot and look to the remaining four left in 2026. .
Andrew Johns selects his Blues team for game two and concedes he is concerned about Mitchell Moses.
Blues coach Laurie Daley speaks to Nine's Danny Weidler about the pressure on him leading into game two.
Destructive Dragons outside back Moses Suli has reportedly been told he is free to find a new club from next season.
Veteran York Knights second-rower Josh Griffin ends his 18-year career after sustaining a pectoral muscle rupture.
The 22-year-old was a free agent when his season-long loan at Dragons from Cardiff expired.
Gloucester's George Skivington says this season has been his toughest as a coach, as his side bid to secure Champions Cup rugby this weekend.
Gloucester's Caolan Englefield says Saracens-bound scrum-half Tomos Williams has had an "immeasurable impact" on his own game.
Argentina lock Matias Alemanno is one of 12 first-team players who will be leaving Gloucester at the end of this season.
Former Bath captain and club Hall of Fame player Roger Spurrell dies at the age of 71.
Guernsey director of rugby Jordan Reynolds says playing Jersey in National Three East league games will match the intensity of the Siam Cup.
Jock Campbell played four tumultuous Tests in late 2022, and then dropped off the radar. But he’s back in the Test picture after a career-best season for the Reds.
Ahead of the Reds’ Super Rugby quarterfinal clash with the Chiefs, a rising star also revealed how Max Jorgensen was inspiring him to new heights of his own.
England full-back Ellie Kildunne, a figurehead for the Red Roses' Rugby World Cup win last year, is to leave Harlequins.
Jacques Nienaber casts doubt on his Leinster future as he claims he does not feel valued by the media and fans in Ireland.
The Knights have referred an incident to the NRL Integrity Unit after rising star Jermaine McEwen was reportedly charged by police with drink-driving.
Kyle Flanagan breaks his silence on his father Shane's dismissal as head coach of the Dragons for the first time this season.
Wayne Bennett was coaching for a decade before Foran was even born. He puts the new Manly mentor’s rapid rise down to one golden rule.
Before the round of footy gets underway, catch the tips from Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler.
Four-time premiership winning captain Ali Brigginshaw has announced her intention to step down from the role ahead of her final season, saying the time was right for new leaders to take the reins. .
Connor Watson explains why he signed with the Dragons for 2027 despite the club not having a coach secured.
The great irony for Kyle Flanagan is that his reason for enduring such a difficult tenure with the Red V, and his reason for persevering, are one and the same – family.
Ali Brigginshaw gets emotional speaking about her father Larry as she resigns as the Broncos' NRLW captain.
Ali Brigginshaw addresses the Broncos' decision to wipe out Gorden Tallis and rename a conference room after her.
The Australian Open golf tournament will have a “significant” prize money boost after interest from LIV Golf was rejected in favour of a new DP World Tour agreement.
Bryson DeChambeau has revealed he was caught off guard by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund’s decision to stop financing LIV Golf.
Grace Kim felt in her element as she cracked jokes and passed on tips to some of Australia’s brightest young talents. And it may prove the secret to regaining her major winning best.
Wyndham Clark, the 2023 US Open champion, fired a stunning 11-under par 60 in Sunday’s final round to win the PGA Tour CJ Cup Byron Nelson tournament.
Kim Si-woo carded a spectacular 60 marred only by an agonising bogey at the last to seize a five-shot lead on Friday at the PGA Tour CJ Cup Byron Nelson in Mckinney, Texas.
Texan Taylor Moore nabbed his ninth birdie of the day at his final hole to seize a one-shot lead over Brooks Koepka and Jesper Svensson in the CJ Cup Byron Nelson on Thursday.
LIV Golf is preparing for the worst with reports emerging that the breakaway tour is preparing to file for bankruptcy in the United States at the end of the year.
South African golfer Garrick Higgo has split with his caddie following last week’s embarassing tee-time blunder during the PGA Championship at Aronimink.
Australian Adam Scott is officially set for his 100th consecutive major golf at June’s US Open as officials confirmed 35 exemptions into the field on Monday.
For the first time in more than 90 years, Europeans have won the first two golf majors of the year after England’s Aaron Rai delivered a stunning back nine to win a PGA Championship that challenged the world’s best golfers.
Stay in the loop this weekend as MotoGP touches down at Batalon Park for Round 8 of the season!.
Five home heroes had reigned the venue. Bezzecchi makes it six.
The Ducati WorldSBK rider will race at Balaton Park as the #73 continues his recovery.
The Brit will continue replacing Zarco this weekend after a first outing of the season at Mugello.
An unbelievable weekend in Mugello: here are the key takeaways from a spectacular Italian GP in front of another record crowd.
The Italian leads home an Aprilia 1-2 as the podium fight between Bagnaia and Ogura goes to the wire in a memorable Italian Grand Prix.
It was Trackhouse vs factory in the Aprilia fight for Tissot Sprint glory on Saturday as title race leader Bezzecchi finishes off the podium from pole.
Martin hits 368.6km/h – that's 229mph – for the first time in history.
A sensational lap time for the home star who was in a class of his own whilst Aprilia lockout the front row for the first time in MotoGP history.
The VR46 Racing Team rider steals the show to front an Italian 1-2-3-4 for the first time ever in MotoGP Practice, Marc Marquez returns to clinch a Q2 spot whilst the #37 endures a tricky day.
The teams are in for the opening game of round 13, and there are some big-name changes for the Adelaide Oval clash.
Jimmy Bartel weighs in on reports he could be set to join Essendon as part of James Hird's coaching team.
Geelong has axed a star forward whose form has been seriously questioned while Adelaide loses two of its biggest names for Thursday night’s blockbuster.
The teams are in for Thursday night's clash between Adelaide and Geelong at Adelaide Oval.
Tom Stewart cut up Adelaide when they last played Geelong and Crows forward Darcy Fogarty said the star defender has been a focus of their planning.
Tyrendarra Football Netball Club released a statement confirming the player was no longer part of the club and would not be returning. .
Neale Daniher's wife Jan and daughter Bec spoke to the Pies and Demons at the MCG.
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Put aside how many games other clubs lost in successive years to prove how hopelessly bad they were and think bigger picture: Essendon have not been successful for two decades.
Want to get this in your inbox every Wednesday afternoon? Sign up for the AFL newsletter here. Some of the best football of Patrick Cripps’ career has come in the wake of coach sackings.
John Longmire has provided an update on his desire to return to coaching, while Richmond has surprisingly unveiled a one-off guernsey to be worn later in the season.
Chad Warner says he's loving life at the Swans since signing a two-year extension.
Now signed until 2030, Eagle Reuben Ginbey has taken his game to another level this year.
While Hawthorn will start favourite at the MCG, the Western Bulldogs have won three of their last four and will fancy their chances.
Fremantle Dockers midfielder Nathan O'Driscoll says he has received "nothing but love" after posting on social media about his struggles with anxiety and how he contemplated taking his own life.
On the day it was announced NRL star Jai Arrow will toss the coin in Monday’s game, the Magpies and Demons united to remember Neale Daniher’s extraordinary contribution as the figurehead of the battle against MND.
Sitting 11th on the ladder at the halfway mark of the season – with the oldest list in the AFL – Collingwood faces a significant off-season.
Brisbane is reportedly bracing for its star free agent to depart for a rival at year’s end.
James Hird reacts to news that Tom Green could sign an enormous seven-year deal with GWS.
He’s the unexpected Eagle taking the AFL by storm, but big man Bailey Williams almost didn’t get on the park for the first half of the year.
After falling out of favour at Carlton, Paige Trudgeon has rediscovered her confidence and love for football under Nick Dal Santo at St Kilda.
Sarah Black goes inside a program that focuses on the teaching of teaching skill.
Monique Conti has outlined her captaincy ambitions after Katie Brennan stepped down from the role.
A dual premiership coach and a former captain will coach Australia, while Sydney's new coach will helm Ireland's side.
Jesse Tawhiao-Wardlaw has proudly chosen to use her birth name as her cultural journey continues.
Scott Gowans insists his parting ways with Sydney was amicable, and that he didn't realise it was a blessing in disguise.
Lucy McEvoy has backed Chloe Molloy's decision to step down as Swans co-captain.
From her greatest fear to her next-door neighbour, there's plenty you might not know about Sara Howley.
Georgia Clayden has been moved to Gold Coast's inactive list, with the club to announce a replacement player in coming days.
You won't want to miss some of these mouthwatering clashes.
MLS will send 44 of its players to the World Cup this summer, a new benchmark for a league that's still looking to cut through globally.
Scenes of Messi singing in front of his teammates, a glimpse into his competitive drive and more from a project focused on the GOAT's impact.
Midfielder Ronald Donkor signed a three-and-a-half-year contract extension with Red Bull New York, keeping the 21-year-old in Harrison, N.J., through the 2029-30 MLS season.
Ream, 38, will become the oldest player to ever appear for the U.S. at a World Cup.
It's shaping up to be the summer of soccer, with the world's sport repeatedly taking precedence over the current national pastime. For the NFL, it means doing whatever FIFA wants at football stadiums in connection with the World Cup.
It's a whirlwind of a few days for Aaronson, who was named to his second straight World Cup squad earlier in the week.
CNBC soccer franchise valuations 2026: These MLS teams are in the top 30 originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Soccer, the world’s most global and popular sport, unsurprisingly has clubs worldwide boasting lucrative values and revenue numbers.
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North American soccer is bracing for a seismic move in the transfer market. Legendary French striker André-Pierre Gignac has reportedly all but decided his next steps away from Liga MX, with an imminent move to MLS to become Orlando City’s new star signing.
The playing contingent from Melbourne United, who have stayed in town during the off-season, are doing all they can to ensure the club returns to the Playoffs in NBL27. Leading that group are United stars Chris Goulding and Shea Ili, as well as former club Development Players headed to the NCAA, including Joel Foxwell, Tom Koppens, Campbell Blogg and Henry Sewell, plus numerous NBL1 athletes.
Big games, new timeslots, superstar players - the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season promises to be one of the biggest yet, and the clubs can't wait to get started. The full schedule, including game times, venues and broadcast details, is available now via the NBL App.
Melbourne United announced on Wednesday that Malith Machar is set to return to the team for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season. Coming off a campaign that saw him take to the court in 24 games, forward Machar has continued to grow as a dangerous offensive player and a talented defender.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Season was arguably the best of Nathan Sobey’s career. During the 2025-26 campaign, the South East Melbourne Phoenix star averaged a career-high 22.5 points and 4.9 assists per game, while leading his team to the Playoffs.Re-live all his top plays below.
Fresh off re-signing with the Cairns Taipans on a multi-year deal, Head Coach Adam Forde has quickly outlined the club’s main priority for the Hungry Jack’s NBL27 Season.
It’s been hailed as “one of the biggest signings in NBL history” and now the Breakers have explained the impact they believe new Head Coach Gordon Herbert can have on the club and New Zealand hoops community.
Before being drafted and dominating for the Washington Wizards, Next Star Alex Sarr was shining on NBL courts all over Australia and New Zealand. In particular was his performance on January 27, 2024 for the Perth Wildcats.
Two years on, we come together to celebrate the life, legacy, and unmatched energy of Corey “Homicide” Williams. From NBL MVP to media trailblazer, Corey changed the game on and off the court.
Over the past few weeks, there has been plenty of chatter around three-time NBA All-Star Ben Simmons and his next stop on the hardwood. The 29-year-old, who has 422 NBA games to his name, hasn’t featured in a basketball game since the end of the 2024-25 season with the Los Angeles Clippers.
He was one of the biggest stars to ever set foot in the NBL, and now he could be on his way back to the Hungry Jack’s competition.
Despite signing her first full-time Super Netball contract this year there was no guarantee Jessie Grenvold would get a lot of court time. But through injury, the Mavericks defender took on a starting spot and is now an Australian Diamond.
The Giants team is flailing at the bottom of the ladder, winless after 11 rounds and the likely recipient of this year's wooden spoon.
Frustrated at netball's stagnation, this is what Jamie-Lee Price wants to see happen to keep her sport moving with the times.
Romelda Aiken-George is supposed to be retired. Instead, the 37-year-old goal shooter is breaking all kinds of records and reinventing herself in her 19th season. After her 255th national league game on the weekend, she reveals the secret to her longevity.
A country Victorian football team that was beaten by a collective 1,101 points in four matches forfeits the remainder of the senior season. .
Paige Hadley made a shock return to the Super Netball league less than three months after giving birth to her baby boy. Despite some commentary online questioning her priorities, the midcourter is more determined than ever to prove women can pursue multiple dreams.
Jewish community leaders say a woman's alleged slur at an under-12 girls netball game in Sydney reflects a troubling pattern playing out on sporting fields. .
Several Super Netball clubs will host their own Pride matches this season, but without an official round to anchor them all a former player and member of the LGBTIQA+ community argues the message may be lost.
Country sporting clubs are rallying to help families attend fixtures as fuel prices double, with some travelling up to 640 kilometres. But it is an extra cost many will take on to maintain the sports are so integral to their communities.
They both struggle for recognition in male-dominated fields, so Super Netball chose to host an all-female Anzac Day ceremony to commemorate and give visibility to female veterans.
Auckland FC have won their first A-League Men championship title after defeating all-time record-holders Sydney FC 1-0 in front of a record crowd in Auckland on Saturday night.
Former Sydney FC coach Steve Corica’s resurrection from Sky Blues scapegoat to Auckland FC hero is complete after guiding the Black Knights to grand final glory over his old club.
A win for the Black Knights in front of a fervent home crowd could sell its own story, but Patrick Kisnorbo’s dogged Sky Blues stand in the way. The best-laid plans of the A-League Men often go awry.
Juan Mata had been written off, another caught in the mire of Australian football despite being a World Cup winner. Ever-smiling, now the 38-year-old also has the last laugh, having won the A-League Men’s Johnny Warren medal, the award for the competition’s player of the year.
Sydney FC’s head coach Patrick Kisnorbo has hailed the “resilience and mental toughness” of his side as they punched their ticket to the A-League Men grand final, winning a pulsating semi-final against premiers Newcastle on penalties.
Melbourne City attacker Marcus Younis is among the players hoping to give Tony Popovic a ‘massive headache’ when picking the Australia squad. Mitch Duke has done all he can to show Socceroos coach Tony Popovic he still has it. Craig Goodwin might yet make one last push.
Steve Rosich wants to secure football as the third pillar of Australian sport but admits there is work to do with several clubs’ futures under a cloud.
Newcastle has won the A-League Premier’s Plate for the first time in the club’s history.
A-League club was on the brink of collapse before coach Mark Milligan lifted ‘Box Office Jets’ to within sight of a breakthrough premiership. It wasn’t all that long ago that the Newcastle Jets were on the precipice of collapse.
On the day in November 2024 that the Chicago Sky announced Tyler Marsh as their new head coach, he received a call from a friend who is a college coach.
When Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson stepped onto the Target Center floor last July wearing a black Nike LeBron 21 detailed in the pink and green of her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, it didn’t take long for the image to circulate. Screenshots spread. Group chats lit up.
As the WNBA welcomes the start of the 2026 season, one of the league’s all-time greats has chosen to say goodbye. Tina Charles, an eight-time All-Star and the 2012 WNBA MVP, announced Tuesday that she is retiring from basketball.
The first time Indiana Fever guard Raven Johnson met Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards, she was a self-described “shy” ninth-grader.
The WNBA's 2026 schedule will feature a record of 216 games and tentpole events that will be nationally broadcast, the league announced on Wednesday.
How did the 15 WNBA franchises do with their offseason moves, including the draft? We rank them into four tiers.
Napheesa Collier won't be back on the court for the Lynx until at least June as she recovers from March ankle surgery.
Fever guard Sophie Cunningham was adamant she wasn't complaining about the lack of a long-term contract after signing a one-year, $665,000 deal as a free agent.
Storm standout Ezi Magbegor will miss the beginning of the WNBA season due to a right foot injury that she suffered while playing for Australian national team.
Indiana Fever All-Star Kelsey Mitchell says she has no regrets in pushing herself to the limit before her legs gave out in last year's playoffs against Las Vegas.
Italian tennis has hit new heights in recent years. Jannik Sinner has climbed to No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings and captured 28 tour-level titles.
Novak Djokovic returns to Tour this week at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia and spent time on Tuesday practising on a temporary court at the famous Piazza del Popolo in Rome.
Rome, 2006. Clay dust hangs in the air. Rafael Nadal lies on his back, arms spread, the Foro Italico roaring around him. It’s a snapshot frozen in time, but the real story is how we got there.
Rafael Jodar and Alexander Blockx arrive at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome as two of the ATP Tour’s fastest-rising players, having each enjoyed a rapid climb over the past 12 months.
Jannik Sinner has enjoyed a seamless European clay season so far, triumphing in Monte-Carlo and Madrid. But there will be something extra at stake for the Italian when he steps on court at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.
The Internazionali BNL d'Italia begins on Wednesday in Rome, where former Top-10 stars Hubert Hurkacz and Pablo Carreno Busta, home favourite Matteo Arnaldi, and Madrid semi-finalist Alexander Blockx are among the stars in Day 1 action. View Wednesday’s full order of play below.
Novak Djokovic is ready to get back to business at the 2026 Internazionali BNL d'Italia. The record 40-time ATP Masters 1000 champion is in Rome preparing for his return to action after missing more than six weeks due to injury.
Shortly after capturing his biggest career clay-court title in Munich last month, Ben Shelton made his intentions clear: “I have big ambitions for the clay courts,” he said. “It is slowly becoming one of my favourite surfaces to play on.”.
“What happened in Monte-Carlo, happened. What happened in Madrid, happened. And here we are… we are in Rome.”.
The Internazionali BNL d’Italia has long been renowned for offering a unique fan experience on the ATP Tour.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Tyran Stokes’ basketball and life journey has already taken him from his hometown of Louisville, Ky., to San Diego to Atlanta to Napa, Calif.
Paulius Murauskas' former coach at Saint Mary's recently joined Arizona State, and the 6-foot-8 forward said Wednesday that he was following.
The Gators return their leading scorer to top the first forecasted field for next season's NCAA tournament.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeated his call for Congress to pass legislation that would rein in college sports at a time athletes are allowed to move freely from school to school and command salaries that put athletic departments in...
Duke landed top guard transfer John Blackwell, adding a high-level, veteran scorer to a retooling Blue Devils team.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has publicly questioned the decision-making at the University of Kentucky, including the seven-figure gig retiring athletic director Mitch Barnhart was recently given.
Thomas Haugh is expected to be one of the highest-paid players in college basketball, after his decision to return to Florida for his senior season.
Joseph Savarino, a grandson of retired coach Mike Krzyzewski, was charged with misdemeanor driving while impaired in connection with a collision that killed a 15-year-old bicyclist.
Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN on Monday, with the Red Storm beating out Kentucky for the talented forward.
UConn guard Solo Ball will undergo wrist surgery and miss the entire 2026-27 season.
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The Raiders fill their biggest need at No. 1, but is Mendoza the only first-round QB? Our reporters make their picks.
Ashton Daniels, a transfer from Auburn, won his battle with Kevin Sperry over the spring and has been named the Florida State starting quarterback.
Indiana football coach Curt Cigneti praised his defensive unit and coordinator Bryant Haines as he's seen a defense-dominated spring that is deeper and further along than his previous two teams.
From North Carolina to Wake Forest, the dynamic has changed for quarterback Gio Lopez.
Eleven notable teams and CFP contenders head into summer with some unresolved things that need answers.
Mel Kiper Jr. updated his NFL draft rankings one last time. His Big Board stacks 150 prospects.
Val Ackerman is retiring this summer after leading the Big East as commissioner for 13 years, leading the conference through realignment and team exodus, as well as eight national championships during her tenure.
The consensus top pick is bringing his unique mix of curiosity, quirk and command to the NFL.
Zac Lomax might just have arrived in Super Rugby, but already the code-hopper has made a giant impression.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has ended in heartache against the Drua in Fiji – but the former NRL star showed more than enough to suggest he could wear a Wallabies jersey by the time Australia hosts next year’s World Cup.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has been delayed after the former NRL star was a late withdrawal from the Western Force’s big win over the Queensland Red on Saturday night.
Zac Lomax’s immediate playing future has been decided, with the former NRL winger signing a two-year deal with Rugby Australia and the Western Force.