The Long Break

Morgan Rogers scores on his Chelsea debut as Xabi Alonso's side beat Fulham at Craven Cottage - here are BBC Sport's player ratings.

●BBC • Football → 41 minutes ago

Manchester City emerge as surprise Cody Gakpo suitors, Newcastle agree to sign Nico Gonzalez, and Manchester United are confident of signing Myles Lewis-Skelly, plus more.

●BBC • Football → 47 minutes ago

The Portland Trail Blazers will be without Shaedon Sharpe for a significant portion of the 2026-27 campaign.Sharpe sustained a torn meniscus in his right knee, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. He is now expected to miss six months recovering.

●Yahoo Sports • NBA → 1 hour ago

Port Adelaide has grappled with a turbulent year, navigating the 2026 season with a newly-appointed coach and the poorly-kept secret that one of its key talents would seek a trade.

●ABC Sport • AFL → 1 hour ago

England have removed Brydon Carse from the squad for their second Test against Pakistan, after the fast bowler was detained and handcuffed by police following an incident at a Derby nightclub.

●Fox Sports • Cricket → 1 hour ago

Welcome back to the Power Rankings... Finals Edition.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 1 hour ago

Former NRL prodigy Talatau Amone has continued to press his case for a return to the NRL, nearly three years after finding himself deregistered.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 1 hour ago

This is arguably the most important week in Rays franchise history, with the MLB club’s stadium future once again hanging in the balance.

●Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 2 hours ago

Manchester City have agreed a €37.5m plus €2.5m (£34m) deal for the Palmeiras winger Allan Elias, with the club also in advanced negotiations to sell Nico González to Newcastle.

●The Guardian • Football → 2 hours ago

Possession numbers, the intense physicality and the pure rhythm of games all felt noticeably new as the season began. There has been something oddly narcotic and moreish about the drip‑drip of fresh Pep Guardiola content either side of the start of the new Premier League season. Eras come and go.

●The Guardian • Football → 2 hours ago

Manchester City agree to sign winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras in a deal worth up to £34.2m.

●BBC • Football → 2 hours ago

Nottingham Forest are working on a deal to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap.

●BBC • Football → 2 hours ago

Aston Villa are working on a move for Club Brugge central defender Joel Ordonez after failing to agree a deal with Southampton for Taylor Harwood-Bellis.

●BBC • Football → 3 hours ago

Talks with Chelsea for the winger have continued into this week, but Leeds have made it clear they will not be held to ransom on the deal.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 4 hours ago

Sunderland confirm the signing of midfielder Jules Ahoka for a 10m euros (£8.6m) fee.

●BBC • Football → 5 hours ago

Ollie Watkins has been an Aston Villa legend but it appears his time at the club is nearing a painful end amid interest from Saudi Arabia.

●BBC • Football → 5 hours ago

An analysis of Julian Alvarez's future with the transfer window closing on 1 September - and the Argentine's chances of a move from Atletico Madrid to Arsenal.

●BBC • Football → 5 hours ago

Players agitating to leave their clubs is hardly a new phenomenon but it rarely ends well for anyone.

●The Athletic • Football → 6 hours ago

David Ornstein will be part of The Athletic FC's weekly podcast on a Tuesday and answering questions from our readers.

●The Athletic • Premier League → 6 hours ago

Harvey Elliott's position at Liverpool looks uncertain following his absence from the matchday squad at Newcastle on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.

●BBC • Football → 7 hours ago

A group of influential current and former footballers have added to the pressure on Gianni Infantino by calling for change at the top of Fifa, saying “enough is enough” in a statement shared widely across social media.

●The Guardian • Football → 3 hours ago

Celtic full-back Alistair Johnston will be out of action until October, manager Martin O'Neill confirms.

●BBC • Football → 4 hours ago

The president of the Cameroonian Football Federation hopes the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal will be put back on the table.

●The Athletic • Football → 5 hours ago

The San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two criminal charges after being arrested at an Ohio trailer park over the weekend.

●The Guardian • Football → 5 hours ago

Sunday’s draw with Newcastle shows Andoni Iraola’s new ideas as manager will need to overcome the squad’s lack of balance.

●The Guardian • Football → 6 hours ago

Tony Docherty is named Scotland Under-21 head coach, with Steven Naismith as assistant.

●BBC • Football → 6 hours ago

A toddler interrupted a Major League Soccer match between Minnesota United and San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday by invading the pitch – a bizarre scene punctuated by an on-air analyst saying, “There’s a baby on the field.”.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 6 hours ago

A toddler interrupted a Major League Soccer match between Minnesota United and San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday by invading the pitch – a bizarre scene punctuated by an on-air analyst saying, “There’s a baby on the field.”.

●The Guardian • Football → 6 hours ago

Barcelona accuse police of using "disproportionate force" against their fans before Sunday's 5-0 win away at Elche.

●BBC • Football → 6 hours ago

Barcelona target left exposed after draw with Villarreal as supporters vented their fury at his ‘dream’ to leave. Julián Álvarez entered a long, dark tunnel on his own. “We’re stronger together,” Giuliano Simeone said but that wasn’t the way it went.

●The Guardian • Football → 6 hours ago

England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been dropped from the squad for the second Test against Pakistan following an investigation into an incident at a club in Derby.

●ABC Sport • Cricket → 2 hours ago

"These learnings will help us adapt to the challenges of the competition," Pakistan captain Fatima Sana said.

●Cricinfo → 3 hours ago

Players are under more scrutiny from general public than ever before - and they only have themselves to blame.

●Cricinfo → 3 hours ago

India declared at 503 before scalping two wickets to all but take Sri Lanka out of the contest.

●Cricinfo → 6 hours ago

Richard Ngarava and Tanaka Chivanga both miss out as they recover from injuries ahead of their tri-series against South Africa and Namibia.

●Cricinfo → 7 hours ago

Carse was briefly arrested on Saturday night on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly.

●Cricinfo → 7 hours ago

Brydon Carse has been stood down from England’s squad for the second Test against Pakistan this week while the footage of him in police handcuffs outside a bar in Derby city centre is investigated by the sport’s disciplinary body.

●The Guardian • Cricket → 7 hours ago

Pace bowler Brydon Carse is removed from England's squad for the second Test against Pakistan amid an ongoing investigation into an incident that led to him being briefly arrested.

●BBC • Cricket → 7 hours ago

The fast bowler will play for Afghanistan for the first time since December 2024, with Ibrahim Zadran officially taking over as T20I captain.

●Cricinfo → 8 hours ago

Nottinghamshire are in pole position but Somerset and Warwickshire are breathing down the champions’ necks. By the 99.94 Cricket Blog This article is from The 99.94 Cricket Blog Continue reading...

●The Guardian • Cricket → 9 hours ago

Joey Manu has revealed how a conversation with Papua New Guinea's prime minister helped convince him to return to the NRL and join the Chiefs in 2028. .

●ABC Sport • Rugby League → 2 hours ago

The Bulldogs star is well aware centres earn less money on average than five-eighths in the modern game. And he’s OK with that, if it means he’s enjoying his football again.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 3 hours ago

The Rugby Football League (RFL) is exploring radically different terms to the funding deal initially offered by Australia’s NRL with talks under way over seeking a £50m loan package to replace the guaranteed investment of £35m that was rejected last week.

●The Guardian • NRL → 3 hours ago

St Helens chairman Eamonn McManus says the NRL and Super League need to work together - not against each other - to help grow rugby league globally.

●BBC • Rugby League → 4 hours ago

Jackson Hastings will miss all three of St Helens' remaining Super League games after his dismissal against Castleford Tigers for punching an opponent.

●BBC • Rugby League → 9 hours ago

Paul Gallen takes a dig at the Maroons as they look for Billy Slater's replacement.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 9 hours ago

The NRL has decided to trial a controversial kick-off rule this week that was knocked back by clubs in the pre-season and it’s set to make the game even more unpredictable.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 12 hours ago

Phil Gould and Paul Gallen react to the kick off rule change that will start late in the season.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 12 hours ago

The Brisbane Broncos have confirmed that captain Adam Reynolds has played his final NRL after failing to overcome an ongoing calf injury.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 12 hours ago

Toafofoa Sipley misses the rest of the Super League season after suffering a leg fracture.

●BBC • Rugby League → 13 hours ago

Boutte had reportedly been unhappy with his role in New England after the team traded for A.J. Brown and siged Romeo Doubs in free agency.

●The Athletic • NFL → 3 hours ago

Deshaun Watson was named the starting back for the Cleveland Browns on Monday.Hours after the news went public, Watson attempted to mend fences with the fan base that he chastised two days prior for booing him during a preseason game.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 3 hours ago

Watson received backlash from Cleveland fans after reacting to the boos he heard during the Browns' preseason loss to the Bills.

●The Athletic • NFL → 3 hours ago

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Deshaun Watson is going to be the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns at the beginning of the 2026 season. It’s an indefensible, inexcusable act of incompetence and cruelty.

●Andscape • NFL → 4 hours ago

The 2026 Cleveland Browns engaged in the most depressing position battle of the summer to ultimately choose Deshaun Watson. The once-superstar talent has had a rough go of it since joining the franchise in 2022, but will get one more opportunity to prove himself.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 4 hours ago

York was arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution before pleading no contest to disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools.

●The Athletic • NFL → 6 hours ago

The former Raider will compete for the starting job with Charlie Smyth and Tanner Brown.

●The Athletic • NFL → 6 hours ago

San Francisco 49ers owner John "Jed" York was arrested by the East Palestine Police Department in Ohio over the weekend and pleaded no contest to two charges, per KRON4 News in San Francisco.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 6 hours ago

Every team has some level of optimism coming into the season. Then there's the Cleveland Browns, who voluntarily signed up for having their starting quarterback booed mercilessly throughout their home opener. The Browns know embarrassment.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 7 hours ago

Watson beat out Shedeur Sanders for the job and will start Week 1 when Cleveland travels to Jacksonville to face the Jaguars.

●The Athletic • NFL → 8 hours ago

Here's what we learned from what tends to be the most informative week of the NFL preseason calendar.

●The Athletic • NFL → 12 hours ago

Deshaun Watson blamed Browns fans for booing him, again dodging accountability. Here's why that is no surprise.

●The Athletic • NFL → 12 hours ago

After a frustrating season marred by quarterback upheaval and uncertainty, Jefferson is out to reclaim his stature as the NFL's best.

●The Athletic • NFL → 12 hours ago

Backup (and some starting) quarterbacks were in the spotlight, and not all of them impressed in the second full weekend of preseason games.

●The Athletic • NFL → 12 hours ago

Tell us how hopeful you're feeling about your favorite NFL team and why. The results and top responses will be shared in a future story.

●The Athletic • NFL → 13 hours ago

Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward completed a few more passes in his second preseason game. He still didn't allay any concerns going into his second season.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 20 hours ago

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — As Davis Webb walked into a recent staff meeting, the first-year Denver Broncos offensive coordinator did a double take.Webb saw in the corner of the meeting room a figure standing about 6-foot-4, not unlike his own 6-foot-5 stature.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 22 hours ago

We're two-thirds of the way through the preseason, creeping ever closer to Week 1, and change is afoot in the NFL. This week's games provided some actual drama in Cleveland, and that's not the only place where there's a lack of quarterback clarity.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 22 hours ago

We're two-thirds of the way through the preseason, creeping ever closer to Week 1, and change is afoot in the NFL. This week's games provided some actual drama in Cleveland, and that's not the only place where there's a lack of quarterback clarity.

●Yahoo Sports • NFL → 22 hours ago

Wright is among roughly 30 athletes who could receive a fifth year of eligibility thanks to a Louisiana court ruling.

●The Athletic • NFL → 22 hours ago

Broncos captain Adam Reynolds confirms he won't play again this season, ending his NRL career prematurely.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 13 hours ago

In what could be a precursor to a permanent change, a change to the kick-off rule will be trialled for the first time in Thursday’s Broncos-Storm clash.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 14 hours ago

The Brisbane Broncos can confirm that Adam Reynolds will not be available for selection for the remaining two NRL games against the Storm and Bulldogs due to ongoing injury concerns regarding his calves.

●NRL → 14 hours ago

Tom Trbojevic showed why he rejected suggestions to sit out the remainder of the season as he helped the Sea Eagles to end a six-match losing streak against the Knights in his return match.

●NRL → 16 hours ago

A thrilling minor premiership race means the Panthers are unlikely to rest players for the remainder of the regular season, with Jack Cole emerging as the leading candidate to replace the suspended Jack Cogger in the halves.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 16 hours ago

Even a rival NRL player has weighed in on the debate about Jarome Luai and his worth. The cashed-up Tiger responded on Sunday night.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 16 hours ago

They are the players who can turn a game on its head, and according to the Red Bull High Flyer Rankings it is an unwanted utility who has been the best of the lot in the 2026 season.

●Fox Sports • NRL → 17 hours ago

NRL Fantasy: Lone Scout's Winners and Losers Round 25.

●NRL → 18 hours ago

Roosters enforcer must stand down for at least 11 days after suffering his eighth concussion or failed HIA in five years, while over a quarter of Canterbury’s NRL squad was kept away from training on Monday.

●Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 18 hours ago

NSWRL will host its Grand Final for the The Knock-On Effect NSW Cup at night for the first time in the organisation’s proud 119-year history.

●NRL → 19 hours ago

Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O'Connor continues his 'Entertainment Rankings' with Andrew Sharp.

●Yahoo Sports • NBA → 3 hours ago

The NBA has experienced a significant surge in franchise ownership changes compared to other major North American leagues. Thirteen NBA teams have changed control since 2017, more than double the total seen in the NFL, NHL or MLB over the same period.

●RealGM • Basketball → 5 hours ago

Miami Heat wing Klay Thompson is already helping out his new team before even playing a game. Thompson reportedly signed a two-year, $11.5 million contract. That's $1.5 million less than the veteran wing was originally reported as getting from Miami.

●RealGM • Basketball → 9 hours ago

We're still weeks away from players reporting to training camp, so it's time to rank paper. A snapshot of where all 30 teams stand.

●The Athletic • NBA → 12 hours ago

Mark Mitchell committed to Kentucky after getting cleared to play a fifth season of college basketball last week. Mitchell averaged 18.3 points for Missouri last season. Mitchell was not selected in the NBA Draft and signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the Nuggets this summer.

●RealGM • Basketball → 16 hours ago

The Miami Heat have continued their blockbuster offseason, adding a four-time NBA champion to an already stacked core featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo as their championship push gathers even more momentum.

●Fox Sports • NBA → 21 hours ago

Thompson, 36, will join forces with Giannis Antetokounmpo on the revamped Heat.

●The Athletic • NBA → 22 hours ago

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray understands that many thought he shouldn't have returned last season. Murray said despite the draw of getting ready for the 2026-27 season, he wanted to help the Pelicans chase a spot in the Play-In Tournament last season.

RealGM • Basketball → 1 day ago

Boston Celtics controlling governor Bill Chisholm was a recent guest on WEEI radio in Boston. Chisholm touched on a number of topics, including his feeling that the Celtics need their own arena.

RealGM • Basketball → 1 day ago

In a recent episode of the Game Over podcast, Klutch Sports agent detailed some of the free agency process for client Peyton Watson. The Cleveland Cavaliers acquired Watson in a sign-and-trade from the Denver Nuggets.

RealGM • Basketball → 2 days ago

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NBL → 23 hours ago

The Boomers are back in action this week, heading to the Philippines to begin the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers as their road to Qatar 2027 continues.

Fox Sports • Basketball → 24 hours ago

Former Orlando Magic guard and Melbourne United's brightest new star Cole Anthony talks to media following his first week in Australia.

NBL → 1 day ago

Sparks flew between one former NBA guard and one chasing that dream, during Saturday night's pre-season fixture at the State Basketball Centre. South East Melbourne pulled off an impressive comeback win over crosstown rivals Melbourne, but the scoreline wasn't the only story.

NBL → 1 day ago

Sam Mennenga comes into the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season as the reigning Next Generation Award winner, following a huge 2025-26 campaign.

NBL → 1 day ago

The next crop of Australian basketball talent has emerged as gold medallists at the FIBA U18 Asia Cup in India, with the Emus claiming the nation’s third consecutive title since debuting at the tournament in 2018.

Fox Sports • Basketball → 1 day ago

Fresh off making his Perth Wildcats debut, rising star Anthony Dell'Orso will make his long-awaited Australian Boomers debut later this month.

NBL → 1 day ago

The business end of FIBA World Cup qualification has arrived, and the Australian Boomers have selected their squad, headlined by 11 current NBL players, for this month's fixtures.

NBL → 1 day ago

In his recent buyout from the Dallas Mavericks, veteran wing Klay Thompson reportedly gave up nearly $9.8 million. Thompson was waived by Dallas on Friday and is set to clear waivers on Sunday. After clearing waivers, Thompson is expected to join the Miami Heat on a two-year, $13 million contract.

RealGM • Basketball → 2 days ago

The Gold Coast Rollers (men) and Knox Raiders (women) have been crowned the 2026 Mitsubishi Motors NBL1 National Champions, capping off a thrilling three-day tournament at the State Basketball Centre at the Adelaide Showground.

NBL → 2 days ago

With very little to choose between drivers at the top teams, backing both drivers together within a team could prove to be the smartest move.

●Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

The Dutch GP weekend was always going to be difficult for Liam Lawson after he was parachuted into Red Bull Racing at the last minute, but to his great credit the New Zealander did the job that he was asked to do.

●Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

Here are the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix off-track moments you might have missed.

●Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

In finishing P11 at Zandvoort he might not have made the points, but nevertheless Yuki Tsunoda was able to use his one-off appearance with Racing Bulls to put himself back on the radar of the Formula 1 pitlane.

●Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

F1 ACADEMY has today announced that their Rookie Test will return this year, alongside the launch of a new Rookie Training Camp, supported by Loughborough University.

●Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

Lawrence Barretto selects his winners and losers from an eventful 2026 Dutch Grand Prix.

●Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

After eight hit seasons, a ninth series of Formula 1: Drive to Survive is heading to Netflix.

●Formula 1 → 6 hours ago

Charles Leclerc finished fifth in the final Dutch Grand Prix but was only 1.3 seconds away from the podium in Zandvoort, with Ferrari demonstrating plenty of race pace on Sunday.

●Formula 1 → 9 hours ago

Fred Vasseur has reflected on Ferrari's strategy during the Dutch Grand Prix after Lewis Hamilton criticised the team's decisions over the radio.

●Formula 1 → 9 hours ago

Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies feels that the squad took a "step back" during a tough Dutch Grand Prix weekend, with Max Verstappen crashing out while substitute Liam Lawson claimed P7.

●Formula 1 → 9 hours ago

The breathless run to Valencia really begins this weekend as MotoGP's enthralling 2026 title fight arrives in Aragon.

●MotoGP → 11 hours ago

McLaren’s Lando Norris and Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton are genuine contenders for the Formula One world championship, according to the Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolff, who watched Norris take a decisive win at the Dutch Grand Prix.

●The Guardian • Formula 1 → 11 hours ago

After a promising start, McLaren's Oscar Piastri slipped backwards to a lonely P6 finish in the Dutch Grand Prix.

●Formula 1 → 12 hours ago

Nico Hulkenberg admits that he was "a passenger" in his near-miss with Audi team mate Gabriel Bortoleto following the Brazilian's high-speed spin in the Dutch Grand Prix.

●Formula 1 → 12 hours ago

Lando Norris made it back-to-back Grand Prix victories in 2026 with his triumph in the Dutch Grand Prix.

●Formula 1 → 12 hours ago

Round 13 is loading… Check out the full schedule as MotoGP enters Aragon at full throttle!.

●MotoGP → 13 hours ago

The Italian is confirmed at the squad for the next two seasons, partnering Raul Fernandez.

●MotoGP → 15 hours ago

The McLaren star made it back-to-back wins in 2026 after also winning in Hungary before the summer shutdown.

●Formula 1 → 23 hours ago

Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has shared an insight into Mercedes' decision to switch Kimi Antonelli and George Russell during the closing stages of the Dutch Grand Prix.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix from Zandvoort.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen and former junior No. 1 Julieta Pareja were among the early victors on Day 1 of US Open qualifying.

●WTA → 4 hours ago

While Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff remain at No. 3 and No. 4, respectively, Cincinnati semifinalist Sara Bejlek makes her Top 30 debut in the latest PIF WTA Rankings.

●WTA → 8 hours ago

Another WTA Finals appearance is already secured for Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend. Now the world’s top doubles team is thinking about what comes next.

●WTA → 10 hours ago

Jessica Pegula showed stellar form across Washington DC, Toronto and Cincinnati, where she reached two finals and posted a 10-3 record. Still, that's in the past now as her attention shifts to next week's US Open.

●WTA → 19 hours ago

Coco Gauff finished off a dominant week in Cincinnati by beating Jessica Pegula, winning her second title and joining Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka in select company.

●WTA → 21 hours ago

No. 4 seed Coco Gauff ended the Cinderella run of Czech Sara Bejlek in the semifinals of the Cincinnati Open, advancing to a title match against fellow American Jessica Pegula.

WTA → 2 days ago

World No. 3 Jessica Pegula and World No. 4 Coco Gauff will square off in the first All-American Cincinnati Open women's singles final since 1970. From order of play to prize money and more, here's everything you need to know about Sunday's final.

WTA → 2 days ago

No. 3 seed Jessica Pegula came from a breakdown in the third set to beat defending champion Iga Swiatek in the semifinals of the Cincinnati Open.

WTA → 2 days ago

All-Czech duo Linda Noskova and Marie Bouzkova defeated Magali Kempen and Alexandra Panova 6-1, 6-2 to capture their first title together at the Cincinnati Open.

WTA → 2 days ago

The most impressive moment from Coco Gauff and Marta Kostyuk's Cincinnati quarterfinal arguably came well before the two played an official point on Stadium Court with possibly the highest-launched coin toss in the WTA history.

WTA → 3 days ago

Coco Gauff has won six straight sets to reach the Cincinnati Open semifinals, fueled by restored confidence and a tactical adjustment that has her charging the net more often. Her 6-2, 6-2 win over Marta Kostyuk in 70 minutes underscored both.

WTA → 3 days ago

In the semifinals in Cincinnati, Iga Swiatek faces Jessica Pegula for the 13th time in their careers while Coco Gauff takes on an unseeded Sara Bejlek in the night session. Here's the case for the final four.

WTA → 3 days ago

World number one Jannik Sinner confirmed on Friday he will not compete in the US Open, the final Grand Slam of the season, because of a right knee injury.

Fox Sports • Tennis → 3 days ago

Unseeded Czech Sara Bejlek followed up an upset of World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka at the Cincinnati Open with a three-set comeback against former champion Madison Keys.

WTA → 3 days ago

From a first-round exit in their first tournament two months ago to reaching their second final of 2026, Magali Kempen and Alexandra Panova have improved each moment they've stepped on the court. They'll place in the Cincinnati Open doubles final on Saturday.

WTA → 3 days ago

American duo Iva Jovic and Caty McNally have reached the semifinals of the Cincinnati Open doubles with three consecutive match tiebreak wins. Plus, Jelena Ostapenko and Hsieh Su-wei stand as the last seeded team remaining.

WTA → 4 days ago

World No. 2 Elena Rybakina retired from her quarterfinal match against Iga Swiatek at the Cincinnati Open with a left ankle injury, ending her chance to take the World No. 1 ranking from Aryna Sabalenka for now.

WTA → 4 days ago

Jessica Pegula took a medical timeout while trailing in the second set, but she dug deep to prevail in a third-set tiebreak against Amanda Anisimova and reach the Cincinnati semis. With the win, she improves to 6-0 against her compatriot.

WTA → 4 days ago

Sara Bejlek scored the biggest win of her career, upsetting world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 7-6 (9-7), 6-4 to reach the Cincinnati Open quarterfinals. The 20-year-old Czech overcame an early deficit in both sets and will next face 2019 champion Madison Keys.

WTA → 5 days ago

Coco Gauff battled through a series of long, pressure‑filled games before defeating Marie Bouzkova 6-3, 6-2 to reach the Cincinnati quarterfinals. She saved all eight break points she faced to set up a meeting with Marta Kostyuk.

WTA → 5 days ago

Through another lost season, A.M. Gittlitz, the author of a new history of New York’s underdog baseball team, is trying to hold on to hope.

●New York Times • MLB → 5 hours ago

The Astros entered Monday tied for the American League West lead with the Texas Rangers.

●The Athletic • MLB → 8 hours ago

The Houston Astros are moving on from general manager Dana Brown. Just hours after the team dropped below .500, Houston announced it has "mutually agreed to part ways" with Brown.Brown, 59, has been the team's general manager since 2023.pic.

●Yahoo Sports • MLB → 8 hours ago

It won't be easy, but the Pirates and Mariners have the talent to make a run for a playoff spot. Will their stars answer the bell?.

●The Athletic • MLB → 12 hours ago

The recent sale of the Los Angeles Lakers has prompted speculation that other Walter-owned sports properties may be next.

●The Athletic • MLB → 13 hours ago

The Little League Classic will return next year for a matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and Chicago Cubs.

●The Athletic • MLB → 19 hours ago

It's been a week to forget for Seattle, which also was on the wrong end of a 22-0 loss yet remains in postseason contention.

●The Athletic • MLB → 20 hours ago

The Phillies, somehow, got five two-strike hits and a walk to score six runs with two outs in the ninth to capture their ninth straight win.

●The Athletic • MLB → 21 hours ago

The Philadelphia Phillies nearly had their eight-game winning streak broken on Sunday versus the St. Louis Cardinals, trailing 4-0 going into the bottom of the ninth. With Cardinals closer Riley O'Brien and his 33 saves on the mound, the chances of a ninth consecutive victory looked grim.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

The Philadelphia Phillies nearly had their eight-game winning streak broken on Sunday versus the St. Louis Cardinals, trailing 4-0 going into the bottom of the ninth. With Cardinals closer Riley O’Brien and his 33 saves on the mound, the chances of a ninth consecutive victory looked grim.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

The Dodgers do not have a scheduled starter for Sunday’s series finale against the Tigers. Ohtani is the mix, per sources.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

Jacob Young may not be the Washington Nationals' long-term answer in center field. But if the team wants to eventually supplant him with Dylan Crews, or perhaps move CJ Abrams there, management may have to take the position away from his cold, limp glove.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

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The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

Stanton's brutal health record and the DH logjam should prompt hard decisions as the Yankees look to 2027.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

The Rasmus family has a long history with the Little League Baseball World Series.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

Cincinnati Reds left fielder JJ Bleday made a bit of history on Saturday, hitting for the cycle for the first time in his career. Bleday accomplished the milestone in an 11-5 road win over the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 2 days ago

The Cincinnati outfielder hit for his first cycle Saturday night in an 11-5 win over the Diamondbacks.

The Athletic • MLB → 2 days ago

The major-league debut of top pitching prospect Kade Anderson lived up to the billing — though it nearly ended on an unfortunate note.The 2025 No.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 2 days ago

The major-league debut of top pitching prospect Kade Anderson lived up to the billing — though it nearly ended on an unfortunate note.The 2025 No.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 2 days ago

Shohei Ohtani moved one step closer to returning to the mound by facing live hitters on Saturday afternoon before the Los Angeles Dodgers' 4-3 victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Dodger Stadium.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 2 days ago

Ireland head coach Scott Bemand says it is "particularly pleasing" to name seven uncapped players who impressed in the Women's Interprovincial Championship in his squad for the WXV Global Series.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 6 hours ago

Bath captain Ben Spencer will miss the start of the 2026-27 season but Will Stuart and Jaco Coetzee among those returning.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 8 hours ago

Hooker Jack Singleton is nearing the end of his rehabilitation from a cardiac incident but is leaving Gloucester.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 8 hours ago

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu pays for an indifferent showing in South Africa's series opener against New Zealand, as the fly-half drops to the Springbok bench.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 10 hours ago

Kyle Tayler-Woolston feared rejection as a gay man in rugby, but is flourishing in Super Rygbi Cymru thanks to the support at Newport.

●BBC • Rugby Union → 17 hours ago

Wallabies enforcer Lukhan Salakaia-Loto is looking forward to playing in one of rugby’s most hostile venues.

●Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 20 hours ago

New Zealand All Blacks skipper Ardie Savea has emerged as a surprise left-field candidate to join the PNG Chiefs for the 2028 season.

●Fox Sports • Rugby Union → 21 hours ago

The reigning MVP of the Wallabies is returning from an ankle injury, but with increased competition for a spot in the midfield. And he says that’s good news.

Sydney Morning Herald • Rugby Union → 2 days ago

BBC Sport spends a day in Wales' pre-season camp, watching players put through their paces ahead of the new WXV Global Series.

BBC • Rugby Union → 2 days ago

As first courses go, this was a delicious appetiser to a series that looks set to live up to its billing.

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 2 days ago

Fans at MLS games in Montreal and Vancouver booed the U.S. national anthem over the weekend after trade talks between Canada and the U.S. broke down. Boos were audible at Stade Saputo in Montreal ahead of CF Montreal's match against the LA Galaxy on Saturday, Aug.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 7 hours ago

Keys and Andy Gray departed beIN Sports at the end of the 2025-26 season and have since set up a new YouTube show.

●The Athletic • MLS → 9 hours ago

As the postseason draws nearer, Nashville shows no sign of loosening its grip.

●The Athletic • Football → 12 hours ago

HARRISON, NEW JERSEY - MARCH 08: Julian Hall #16 of the New York Red Bulls looks on during player introductions prior to the match against the CF Montréal at Sports Illustrated Stadium on March 08, 2026 in Harrison, New Jersey.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 13 hours ago

Saturday's incident was the third time since 2021 that a toddler has found their way onto the pitch and into the fray of an MLS match.

●The Athletic • Football → 18 hours ago

Sands tied the game roughly 10 minutes later when he fired a shot from close range after Talles Magno headed the ball to him off a corner kick. Magno appeared to have been hurt at some point just before the goal and was subbed out in the second half.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 20 hours ago

ATLANTA (AP) — Tomás Jacob and Fafà Picault both scored goals with an assist from Miguel Almirón and Atlanta United beat Sporting Kansas City 2-1 on Sunday night for its first three-match MLS win streak in five years.

●Yahoo Sports • MLS → 20 hours ago

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Defender James Sands made a spectacular goal clearance before scoring in first-half stoppage time to help New York City FC earn a 1-1 draw with the New England Revolution on Sunday.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 23 hours ago

You may have followed soccer for years, watched matches from all over the world, seen all the highlights... But I DOUBT you've ever seen a BABY INVASION! This "cute alert" happened in MLS, in the United States, during Saturday’s (22) San Jose 1-5 Minnesota United match.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 1 day ago

Saturday's Major League Soccer matchup between Minnesota United and the San Jose Earthquakes featured an unexpected visitor on the pitch in the closing minutes of United's 5-1 victory. Apple TV analyst Kyndra de St.

Yahoo Sports • Football → 1 day ago

Deshaun Watson will open the season as the Browns’ starter at quarterback, even after a calamitous preseason outing over the weekend after which he called boos from Cleveland fans “disrespectful.”.

●Front Office Sports • Athletes → 7 hours ago

The Atlanta Gladiators are turning to a colour scheme from their past to inspire their future.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

The Cincinnati Open has always been the warmup to the US Open, a stopgap in the Midwest before the glamour of the calendar’s final Grand Slam in New York City.  But after last year’s $260 million renovations, the Cincinnati Open has turned into a player favorite.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 2 days ago

MLB players are wearing a Players' Weekend logo patch on their caps this weekend, the tamest look yet for an event that once gave us nickname jerseys and all-black uniforms.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

The uniforms prominently display blueprints of the Volunteers’ stadium, as drawn by their legendary head coach, who is the stadium's namesake. The post Tennessee Volunteers To Wear Neyland-Inspired “Smokey Grey” Alternate Uniforms appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

After a flurry of voting over the past week and a half, a winner has emerged from the fog in the New York Islanders' third jersey design contest. The post Navy Blue Lighthouse Design Emerges as New York Islanders’ Third Jersey Contest Winner appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

The best men’s tennis player in the world is missing the final Grand Slam of the year. World No. 1 Jannik Sinner announced Friday that he will miss the US Open due to a right knee injury.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 3 days ago

The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, a baseball team in the collegiate summer level Northwoods League, will pay tribute to one of their home state’s favorite pastimes when they play select games next season as the Wisconsin Pull Tabs.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

The English Premier League side's black-and-white striped home kits turned out to be too similar to the German club's mint green away kits with a blue pattern on the sleeves. The post Newcastle United Change Kits Midway Through First Half of Friendly vs.

Sportslogos.net → 4 days ago

The Tigers blended various eras of their history with campus landmarks to create a throwback-inspired design. The post Missouri Tigers Unveil Throwback-Inspired Football Uniforms Celebrating Memorial Stadium’s 100th Anniversary appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

Sportslogos.net → 4 days ago

Essendon has named Mark McVeigh as senior coach one day after a 10-point loss and worst season in club history. .

●ABC Sport • AFL → 9 hours ago

The final offers for a star restricted free agent have been submitted, as he weighs up a move interstate during Brisbane’s push for a historic three-peat.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 9 hours ago

Fox Footy’s Premiership Window has returned on the cusp of the AFL’s inaugural wildcard round, and it says four teams are in the box seat for a premiership tilt.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 11 hours ago

There’s reportedly “frustration” and “anger” from those around suspended Sydney star Nick Blakey for how he has been treated in the Pullman Hotel saga.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 12 hours ago

Melbourne great Garry Lyon has implored rival clubs across the league to pursue former Essendon captain Zach Merrett, with the star midfielder all but certain to seek an exit for a second year straight.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 12 hours ago

We take a quick look at the timeline of Bombers coach Mark McVeigh's time in the AFL.

●AFL • AFL → 12 hours ago

Mark McVeigh has landed the Essendon coaching job.

●AFL • AFL → 13 hours ago

Mark McVeigh has been appointed Essendon coach on a three-year deal, winning the race for the top job at the Hangar ahead of club great James Hird.

●Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 13 hours ago

For all the wonderful inclusions in the annual AFL All-Australian squad, there are even more tough non-selections.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 14 hours ago

Greater Western Sydney forward Jake Stringer is leaving the Giants.

●AFL • AFL → 14 hours ago

The match review is in for round two of the AFLW season.

●AFL • AFLW → 14 hours ago

Gold Coast forward will be at a new club in 2027.

●AFL • AFL → 14 hours ago

Clever forward to call time on his career after 254 games across 17 seasons with two clubs.

●AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

Billy Wilson is the Telstra AFL Rising Star for round 24.

●AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

The Match Review findings from Sunday's round 24 games are in.

●AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

AFL CEO Andrew Dillon has addressed the police investigation involving five Swans players, saying "respect for women is not negotiable".

●Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 15 hours ago

Jordan De Goey has laughed off his latest injury scare as he eyes another premiership tilt for Collingwood.

●AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

Zak Butters is leaving Port Adelaide, but he won’t be joining Collingwood.

●Fox Sports • AFL → 15 hours ago

Departing free agent Zak Butters has narrowed his possible destination to three clubs.

●AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

Swans star Charlie Curnow reflected on a tumultuous week, and winning another Coleman Medal.

●AFL • AFL → 15 hours ago

The #5 aims to return to action at the Aragon GP, pending a medical review on Thursday!.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

Get to know our next MotoGP prodigy as Daniel Holgado prepares to jump into the premier class, joining the grid in 2027!.

MotoGP → 5 days ago

There’s a fresh face on the block. Get to know Honda’s latest signing, who already has an impressive CV!.

MotoGP → 7 days ago

12 rounds in the books and already seven winners: 2026’s winner list continues to grow, matching 2025’s total tally!.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

Botafogo Beach prepares to welcome MotoGP at the start of a new era.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

12 different winners from the last 12 British GPs: you couldn’t write the script at Silverstone. Check out the incredible list of names that Raul Fernandez joins!.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

Need a recap from a memorable visit to Silverstone? We’ve got you covered with the hottest topics from the British GP!.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

The official charity partner of MotoGP™ returned to Silverstone with a bang, setting a new all-time high for British GP fundraising efforts.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

The 12th different winner in the last 12 British Grands Prix, the Spaniard led from start to finish for a mighty first Grand Prix win of the season.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

The championship leader beats Ogura and Bezzecchi on a super Saturday for the Noale factory as Marc Marquez endures a tough Sprint outing.

MotoGP → 2 weeks ago

Draisaitl takes The Athletic inside the no-holds-barred meeting players had with Babcock before he was hired.

●The Athletic • NHL → 12 hours ago

To kick off a week-long look back at recent NHL Drafts, we start with the 2025 draft class.

●The Athletic • NHL → 12 hours ago

Chris Fiscus, vice president of ASU media relations, declined to name the student due to privacy laws.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

The NHL deputy commissioner said the team could be announced by the "end of this calendar year," with Houston the most likely landing spot.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 days ago

Each championship team is issued its own version of the Cup, and now Montreal’s is missing.

The Athletic • NHL → 3 days ago

Detroit’s GM search and Dylan Larkin’s trade request have prompted Seider, the team’s best player, to turn his focus inward.

The Athletic • NHL → 3 days ago

Tim Stützle wishes ex-teammate Brady Tkachuk nothing but the best, but he is "happy that we have a lot of guys who want to be in Ottawa.".

The Athletic • NHL → 3 days ago

This assessment is mostly based on every team's young roster core combined with their current roster strength.

The Athletic • NHL → 3 days ago

The Blue Jackets' news release did not specify which procedure was done on the shoulder, and the recovery time is unclear.

The Athletic • NHL → 4 days ago

The league and soccer giant on Thursday announced a multiyear partnership and four more regular-season NHL games on German soil.

The Athletic • NHL → 4 days ago

Corey Pronman has dropped his annual rankings of each team's pipeline of players 22 and younger.

The Athletic • NHL → 4 days ago

Some of the 33 names in the club might be a surprise, but the all-time greats still waiting for a seven-figure sale could be a bigger shock.

The Athletic • NBA → 4 days ago

Players drafted after the first round can become major difference-makers for top NHL teams.

The Athletic • NHL → 4 days ago

In our annual survey, over 10,000 NHL fans weighed in on front offices around the league. Who's doing it right? Who's on a downward spiral?.

The Athletic • NHL → 4 days ago

Let’s find out how bad your favorite team has really had it when it comes to these punk kids.

The Athletic • NHL → 5 days ago

Corey Pronman ranks the best young players affiliated with NHL teams, from 1 to 156.

The Athletic • NHL → 5 days ago

An in-depth look at the NHL's future with a ranking of every team's under-23 core.

The Athletic • NHL → 6 days ago

A common playground maneuver could be hockey’s most important movement.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

The television program was a spinoff of "Hockey Night in Canada," broadcasting NHL games in Punjabi on Saturday nights.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

Coming off three Olympic gold medals, USA Hockey is using the momentum to help galvanize American goaltending.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

The coaches' votes for the round two games are in.

●AFL • AFLW → 16 hours ago

Alannah Welsh is the Telstra AFLW Rising Star for round two.

●AFL • AFLW → 16 hours ago

The start time for round four's AFLW clash between Brisbane and GWS has been impacted by the AFL finals fixture.

●AFL • AFLW → 20 hours ago

An electric final term has seen Hawthorn power past Port Adelaide.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

Melbourne's Mia Austin and GWS's Georgia Garnett have been sent for scans after Sunday's clash.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

Carlton has continued its red-hot start to the season, defeating Adelaide by 27 points on Sunday afternoon.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

Sydney coach Colin O'Riordan is relieved and proud after his charges starred at the SCG after a tough week for the club.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

After a tight first term, Melbourne has cruised to a 48-point win over GWS.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

Fremantle has defeated Collingwood by 20 points as stars for both sides made successful returns to footy.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

Sydney's AFLW team has defeated Essendon in front of a record crowd at the SCG.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

The golf world has been up in arms in recent days with the PGA Tour urged to “cut ties” with one of the sport’s biggest brands after a video showing a woman being pushed to the ground was deleted from their social media channels.

●Fox Sports • Golf → 17 hours ago

A nervy Wyndham Clark birdied the final three holes to dramatically win the BMW Championship, having earlier surrendered his five-stroke lead to Rory McIlroy.

●Fox Sports • Golf → 23 hours ago

Wyndham Clark surged into a commanding five-stroke lead at the BMW Championship on Saturday, bouncing back from an opening-hole double bogey to fire a superb round of 65.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

A shock report has claimed Sergio Garcia’s infamous tantrum at the 2026 Masters led to LIV Golf’s disastrous predicament.

Fox Sports • Golf → 3 days ago

Bryson DeChambeau has issued a passionate defence of LIV Golf and urged the golfing world to give the breakaway league “one more shot”, declaring he hopes people can see the value it brings to the sport.

Fox Sports • Golf → 4 days ago

Rory McIlroy bounced back to form with a six-under par first round 64 to share the lead at the BMW Championship at Bellerive Country Club in St Louis, Missouri.

Fox Sports • Golf → 4 days ago

Rory McIlroy on Wednesday questioned whether Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm had ever “brought value” to LIV Golf, as the divisive rival tour scrambles to reinvent itself and speculation mounts that its stars could jump ship.

Fox Sports • Golf → 5 days ago

Adam Scott will be the headline act for a blockbuster Australian summer of golf, after confirming his attendance at the country’s two most prestigious events.

Fox Sports • Golf → 6 days ago

The PGA Tour’s biggest names are heading to Bellerive Country Club for this week’s BMW Championship with everything on the line.

Fox Sports • Golf → 6 days ago

LIV Golf’s precarious situation is going from bad to worse, with a boycott looming for the cash-strapped league’s year-ending event amid reports of unpaid wages.

Fox Sports • Golf → 6 days ago

When the Brisbane Bullets tip off their season against the New Zealand Breakers in Round 1, they could field four new faces in their starting five. "They're the biggest question mark of the off-season for me," Pete Hooley said on NBL Now Roundtable.

NBL → 2 days ago

Matthew Dellavedova has revealed the brutal toll of trying to stop Golden State superstar Steph Curry, in an appearance on The Richard Show. Dellavedova's toughness is the stuff of NBA legend.

NBL → 2 days ago

Melbourne United star Joe Ingles has been cleared by the club of any injury concerns following Saturday's pre-season match with South East Melbourne. The five-time Olympian was forced from the court during his side's two-point loss to the Phoenix, pulling up abruptly while driving down the floor.

NBL → 3 days ago

The new-look Brisbane Bullets under Will Weaver played real opposition for the first time ahead of NBL27 with Tyrell Harrison and Nate Hinton combining for 46 points and 16 rebounds in 127-81 win over an NBL1 North Select team.

NBL → 3 days ago

There's something about NBL pre-season Throwdowns and once again Angus Glover inspired a spectacular South East Melbourne Phoenix comeback to beat Melbourne United 91-89 after a 17-3 run who lost Joe Ingles in the process.

NBL → 3 days ago

Anthony Dell'Orso knocked down his first five shots from the outside in Perth Wildcats colours as a sign of what's to come in NBL27 as his team scored a first up 102-87 pre-season win over the Cairns Taipans in Karratha.

NBL → 3 days ago

Earlier this month, more than 20 of the country's top men's basketballers congregated in Melbourne for a player-led Boomers camp. Headlining the players in attendance were NBA stars Josh Giddey, Dyson Daniels and Jock Landale.

NBL → 3 days ago

The Adelaide 36ers were just seconds away from winning the franchise's fifth championship during the Hungry Jack's NBL26 Season. Rather, Bryce Cotton's last-ditch lay-up missed and the Sydney Kings ended up winning in overtime.

NBL → 3 days ago

It's an early Throwdown preview as the Phoenix host take on United at the State Basketball Centre from 7pm AEST. Fans can watch a live stream of the game via NBL.com.au and the NBL App. If you're having trouble viewing the stream, click here to watch >> VIEW BOX SCORES.

NBL → 3 days ago

The Brisbane Bullets face an early pre-season test as they take on an NBL1 North Select team on Saturday night from 7pm AEST. New coach Will Weaver takes the hot seat for the first time, while the likes of Arnas Velička, Lat Mayen and Jaylin Williams could be set to debut.

NBL → 3 days ago

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… If there’s one thing to know about Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, it’s that she doesn’t play about her family.

Andscape • WNBA → 4 days ago

The first trait many people notice about Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin is her fiery red hair, which makes her easily identifiable on a basketball court. After a conversation with Austin, the second, surely, is her unwavering confidence. “I just know the type of player that I can be.

Andscape • WNBA → 5 days ago

While warming up for a home game with the Las Vegas Aces in 2024, forward Alysha Clark couldn’t believe who was sitting courtside. “I stopped and I was like, ‘Oh my God, it’s Mychal,’” said Clark, now a member of the Dallas Wings.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 weeks ago

CHICAGO — WNBA All-Star Weekend may last only a few days, but for broadcasters such as ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt, there’s little downtime.

Andscape • WNBA → 1 month ago

More than 3,000 miles from her roots in Newton, Massachusetts, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton has made San Francisco her second home. Over the past two years, she has spent much time learning the city, embracing its quirks and discovering hidden gems.

Andscape • WNBA → 1 month ago

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… New York Liberty center Kym Hampton remembers feeling exhausted before even stepping on the basketball court.

Andscape • WNBA → 1 month ago

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… When Teresa Weatherspoon agreed to be a general manager for this week’s WNBA All-Star Game, it wasn’t a case of the league calling in a Basketball Hall of Famer out of touch with today’s stars.

Andscape • WNBA → 1 month ago

NEW YORK — Five years after delivering one of the more memorable speeches in ESPYS history, in which she called out the coverage disparity for Black women athletes in the media, Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers said the problem still exists.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago

Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Somewhere between the WNBA’s biggest cultural moment in a generation and streetwear’s full takeover of professional sports, Indiana found its guy.

Andscape • NBA → 2 months ago

In Nigerian culture, Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike said, a person’s full name acts as an affirmation. Ogwumike, whose full name is Nnemkadi Chinwe Ogwumike, said Nnemkadi means “mother supreme,” Chinwe means “God gives,” and Ogwumike means “warrior.”.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago

Macarthur FC has been rocked by a major coaching change on the eve of the new A-League season, with long-time head coach Mile Sterjovski departing the club by mutual agreement.

Fox Sports • A-League → 7 days ago

Two A-League clubs have been sent packing on a shocking evening of Australia Cup action, continuing a disastrous run for the country’s most powerful teams.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 weeks ago

A-League officials have been accused of negotiating in bad faith by speaking to the media within hours of their latest pay offer, as the players’ union said the conduct “continues to erode … trust”. The men’s and women’s competitions remain without a bargaining agreement two months before the start of the new season.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 weeks ago

Xabi Alonso refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, but said he was looking to build a squad that had “proper balance”. Chelsea are understood to be in talks over a surprise move to sign the 35-year-old Welbeck from Brighton, with the club also reportedly interested in signing the 36-year-old Henderson from Brentford.

The Guardian • A-League → 4 weeks ago

The future of Canberra United has been secured, with a new owner found for the two-time A-League Women champions. After two years of uncertainty, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) announced on Friday that Australian Sports Group (ASG) has taken charge of Canberra’s licence.

The Guardian • A-League → 1 month ago

Stalled CBA negotiations have cast a pall over the game in Australia when it might be harnessing interest around the Socceroos’ World Cup run . The heartbreak from the Socceroos’ penalty shootout defeat to Egypt and exit from the World Cup is still raw, but normal programming in Australian football is starting to resume.

The Guardian • A-League → 1 month ago

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.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

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.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

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.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

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.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 months ago

Swifts netballer and professional nutritionist Teigan O'Shannassy says uniform problems are just one of the many difficulties elite female athletes struggling with body image issues face.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

Australia's Super Netball players will receive better pay and more time off under a new 12-month deal, but they eventually want a revenue-sharing model.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

Australia's loss to Jamaica in the Commonwealth Games semifinal was heartbreaking for the players, who then had to get back up to claim bronze less than a day later. But it may be the best thing for the sport of netball.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

The Diamonds will miss the Commonwealth Games gold medal match for the first time after a shock semifinal loss to Jamaica, in front of a crowd baying for Australia's downfall.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

Surf Coast Suns players say their safety and dignity are at stake without change rooms and toilets closer to the court.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 weeks ago

Diamonds fans are disappointed to discover Australia's dominant netball team's Glasgow Commonwealth Games matches are only being aired live on Seven's online streaming service.

ABC Sport • Netball → 4 weeks ago

The Diamonds easily beat Tonga, as expected, but the love for an underdog is so prevalent in Glasgow that even Australian players were cheering for the Commonwealth Games debutants.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

Messy and drawn-out pay negotiations are once again overshadowing a major tournament for the Aussie Diamonds. .

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

More young men are taking up netball at a competitive level. Competition organisers say there is less stigma around the sport among boys, with plenty of talent emerging.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago

Kate Moloney has had to put her team's Super Netball grand final nightmare aside to focus on the Commonwealth Games. Some gentle ribbing from her Aussie teammate has helped her see the lighter side. .

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 month ago