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.
The second week of the NFL preseason is almost in the books. After 15 games already played this weekend, we will get our first taste of Sunday football since the Super Bowl as the Seattle Seahawks take on the Tennessee Titans.
Essendon legend James Hird is "disappointed" by the Bombers opting to offer Mark McVeigh the head coach role over him.
Chris Fiscus, vice president of ASU media relations, declined to name the student due to privacy laws.
Newcastle United were predicted to struggle from the off by some pundits, but head coach Matthias Jaissle will take encouragement from aspects of their display even after conceding a late equaliser against Liverpool.
Manchester City are ready to make Enzo Fernandez move, Liverpool consider a third bid for Yankuba Minteh, and a Barcelona full-back pushes to join Manchester United.
There were plenty of big moments during Zandvoort’s final Dutch Grand Prix, an event won by McLaren’s Lando Norris.
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix from Zandvoort.
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.
Carlos Sainz holds himself responsible for the contact that forced his Williams team mate to retire from the Dutch Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton was heard voicing his frustrations during the Dutch Grand Prix, a race in which he just missed out on a podium in fourth place.
Lando Norris says he and McLaren "don't have the car I need to fight for a championship", despite a second consecutive win of the season at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton has told his Ferrari team that they must up their game if he is to remain in the Formula One world championship fight after the British driver was angry with strategy calls at the Dutch Grand Prix, comparing them unfavourably with the decisive way his former team Mercedes had acted.
Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari's delay in moving team-mate Charles Leclerc out of his way could have cost him second place at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Toto Wolff says Mercedes "haven't got the money" to develop at the same rhythm as their championship rivals.
BBC Radio 5 Live F1 commentator Harry Benjamin rates how the drivers performed during the Dutch Grand Prix.
Lando Norris thrived in the battle to win the Dutch Grand Prix, beating Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli and George Russell.
Lando Norris may have started from pole in the Netherlands, but the McLaren man really had to work for what was his second consecutive race win in 2026 and his second in three years at Zandvoort.
Max Verstappen was unable to complete a lap of Sunday’s Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort Circuit, with the Red Bull driver dramatically crashing out in front of his home fans.
Kimi Antonelli ended an eventful Dutch Grand Prix in second place, bringing a close to a weekend in which the Mercedes driver admitted to lacking confidence in the car.
Lando Norris emerged as the victor of an action-packed Dutch Grand Prix, the McLaren driver crossing the line ahead of the Mercedes pair of Kimi Antonelli and George Russell.
George Russell has shared his thoughts after he opted to let Kimi Antonelli pass on the final laps of the Dutch Grand Prix.
Lando Norris’s victory in the Dutch Grand Prix, a display of fighting spirit worthy of a world champion, was not only an epic finale for the meeting’s last entry on the Formula One calendar but, as the British driver feistily declared, also hopefully heralds what could be an equally heroic fightback in the world championship.
Lando Norris and McLaren beats Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli to take a masterful strategic victory in a compelling Dutch Grand Prix.
Live coverage of Sunday's Formula 1 Heineken Dutch Grand Prix 2026.
The full official starting order for Sunday's 2026 Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort.
Polesitter Alisha Palmowski extended her lead at the top of the standings as she won the F1 ACADEMY Feature Race in Zandvoort.
Safer gambling is important, so we’ve flagged some key betting mistakes to avoid during Sunday’s race at Zandvoort.
Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali has shared his thoughts during Zandvoort’s final weekend on the F1 calendar.
Our expert betting writers bring you their final predictions and latest odds before the Dutch Grand Prix.
The Dodgers do not have a scheduled starter for Sunday’s series finale against the Tigers. Ohtani is the mix, per sources.
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.
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Stanton's brutal health record and the DH logjam should prompt hard decisions as the Yankees look to 2027.
The Rasmus family has a long history with the Little League Baseball World Series.
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.
The Cincinnati outfielder hit for his first cycle Saturday night in an 11-5 win over the Diamondbacks.
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.
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.
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.
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. To be specific, Ohtani faced one live batter: catcher Will Smith.
Lovullo said the optics weren't good after Marte was spotted at Talking Stick Resort while the Diamondbacks were playing the Reds.
The Dodgers have not confirmed whether Ohtani will need to face live hitters again before returning to a major-league mound.
In an unexpected development, Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff will not need surgery to repair the anterior capsule in his right shoulder. Woodruff, 33, expected to undergo surgery this month, which would have been the second procedure performed on his shoulder in three years.
The New York Yankees will welcome the imminent return of three-time All-Star Cody Bellinger. The outfielder told reporters in the Bronx on Saturday that he'll be activated for Sunday's series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Yankees made the move official on Sunday morning.
The New York Yankees will welcome the imminent return of three-time All-Star Cody Bellinger. The outfielder told reporters in the Bronx on Saturday that he'll be activated for Sunday's series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays.
"This is an issue because center fielders and infielders are now gaming the system for their WAR," Pham wrote to The Athletic.
New York Yankees starting pitcher Ryan Weathers has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a left forearm flexor strain, the team announced on Sunday.
New York Yankees starting pitcher Ryan Weathers was pulled from Saturday's start against the Toronto Blue Jays due to "forearm discomfort," the team announced. The Yankees added that the veteran southpaw would undergo imaging to determine the severity of the injury.
The Ketel Marte drama with the Arizona Diamondbacks added another chapter on Friday when the All-Star second baseman was seen at a casino during the team's 9-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
Pre-season optimism is already fading for Manchester United, Tottenham, West Ham and Rangers fans.
Dominik Szoboszlai's injury-time penalty rescues a point at the start of the Andoni Iraola era - but Liverpool need to improv after below-par performance.
Diego Maradona scored two goals for Argentina in the 1986 World Cup quarterfinals, helping the nation defeat England. The ball, which is now referred to as the "Hand of God" ball, was put up for auction this summer by Heritage Auctions, and it concluded Saturday night.
It was a terrible start to the Premier League season for Villa. This is how their first-half horror show unfolded.
Breaking down what Hull did so well - and Manchester United could not handle - on the opening Premier League weekend.
Before kick-off a banner was raised in the Gallowgate End inscribed with a quotation from the late Kevin Keegan. “I want people to dream about their football,” it read. “We should all be dreamers at heart.”.
Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal open negotiations with Arsenal over a move for Brazil forward Gabriel Martinelli.
How Newcastle United and Liverpool's players rated in their Premier League match.
On an emotional day when Kevin Keegan was celebrated, our writers break down the action from St James’ Park.
Unai Emery did nothing to deny that Ollie Watkins had refused to play for Aston Villa in their sobering 4-0 defeat by Brighton at the Amex on Sunday. The head coach had a selection crisis up front with Brian Madjo and Tammy Abraham injured.
With Australia having wrapped up a series levelling rout of Bangladesh inside two days in Mackay, all eyes are looking towards Pat Cummins’ team’s next assignment.
Brace of centuries make light work of Gloucestershire in fourth innings at Cheltenham.
Dan Lategan and Jake Libby hit centuries as Worcestershire chase a target of 279 at Cheltenham to beat Gloucestershire by eight wickets.
Spinner takes five-for as Essex resistance is worn away on final day.
Hampshire fight hard in stiff run-chase but spinner chips away.
Brydon Carse has become the latest England cricketer involved in a late-night incident after footage emerged of the fast bowler in police handcuffs outside a bar in Derby.
A short video of Carse surrounded by police officers with his arms behind his back in handcuffs, speaking to his Durham team-mate, circulated on social media.
Lancashire's Joe Moores is given out for obstructing the field as they suffer a heavy home Championship defeat by Northamptonshire.
Dom Bess delivers a first five-wicket haul of the season to hand Yorkshire a crucial victory in their nail-biting County Championship relegation battle with Hampshire.
The ECB is investigating after videos circulating online appear to show England bowler Brydon Carse being led away from a nightclub in handcuffs.
The Dallas Cowboys took on the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday night, but fans wearing both jerseys rose to their feet late in the fourth quarter to honor one player. Cowboys rookie offensive lineman Shiyazh Pete is the first Navajo to sign with an NFL team.
Kittle practiced Sunday, along with Christian McCaffrey, who had been limited because of "tightness.".
Gruden called the game alongside Pro Football Hall of Famer and former Bucs defensive back Ronde Barber.
Lane Kiffin called Cleveland Browns coach Todd Monken for an update on Dae'Quan Wright. Could others be next?.
If Watson is named Cleveland's starter to begin the season, what's the upside? There wouldn't be anything to gain with him under center.
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker made a remarkable field goal against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday — though it won't count in the record books.Butker launched a 69-yard field goal in the final seconds of the first half of the preseason matchup.
Butker connected on a 69-yard field goal to end the first half of Saturday's preseason game. Only Cam Little has booted one from farther.
Quarterbacks selected in the top half of the NFL Draft's first round aren't often third stringers to start the regular season. One of the big stories of last week's preseason games was the play of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Ty Simpson, the 13th pick of the NFL Draft.
The Eagles confirmed that their running back, who was taken to a local hospital, had strength and movement in all of his extremities.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Ja'Quinden Jackson has "strength and movement in all extremities and is being taken to a local hospital for further evaluation," the team announced after Jackson suffered an injury on the opening kickoff Saturday against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Ja'Quinden Jackson has "strength and movement in all extremities and is being taken to a local hospital for further evaluation," the team announced after Jackson suffered an injury on the opening kickoff Saturday against the New England Patriots.
Michael Penix Jr. has been cleared for 11-on-11 competition, Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters Saturday after his team's 34-6 road win over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 2 of the preseason."He'll practice Monday in team periods," Stefanski said.
Watson, playing in Cleveland for the first time since October 2024, finished 5-of-12 for 35 yards and an interception.
The third-year quarterback has been medically cleared for 11-on-11 work in practice beginning next week following his torn ACL last season.
Timothy T Ludwig via Getty ImagesThe Buffalo Bills announced on Saturday that the son of defensive tackle Ed Oliver recently died.
Timothy T Ludwig via Getty ImagesThe Buffalo Bills announced on Saturday that the son of defensive tackle Ed Oliver recently died.
Oliver is also dealing with an undisclosed injury as the Bills practiced and played against the Browns this week.
The NFL preseason is officially underway with Week 2, and this weekend, you can catch a matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday, August 22, starting at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m.
Week 2 of NFL preseason continues on Saturday with a 10-game slate. As we inch closer to the opening of the regular season, teams are using their second game of the summer in different ways.
The former Georgia running back retired as No. 3 on the Browns’ career rushing list.
The AFL has confirmed the times for both wildcard round matches next weekend.
Sam Mitchell has backed his team to take it up to Fremantle in the qualifying final.
With the home and away season now complete, Swans star Charlie Curnow is officially the league's leading goalkicker.
The AFL has confirmed the schedule for wildcard round of the 2026 Toyota AFL Finals Series.
Hawthorn has secured fourth place on the ladder and will face Fremantle in a qualifying final.
Dean Cox reflects on the challenging lead-up to Sunday's match against North Melbourne.
Callum Mills and Errol Gulden are in tears as a win over North Melbourne caps Sydney's catastrophic week.
All the headlines and major talking points from AFLW round two.
Embattled and under-strength Sydney beaten North Melbourne by 53 points in the Swans’ first game since the sexual assault allegations that rocked the AFL club. It was a dramatic day at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
Former Essendon players and Swans’ assistant coach Mark McVeigh will present to the Essendon board on Monday as the club prepares to make an announcement on their new senior coach.
In Cal-culations, Callum Twomey looks at Scott Pendlebury's huge call, a giant capturing interest and more.
The Blues have now beaten three of the top four teams. The other one is Sydney, and even they admit they have torpedoed their season.
In a week engulfed by off-field drama and scandal, Sydney entered Sunday with questions hanging over how the turmoil would impact a side preparing for September.
The first home double-header in Sydney Swans history was both an unremarkably normal and a singularly bizarre experience.
Mark McVeigh is in the box seat to be Essendon’s next coach.
In a rare sight, fans boycotted the SCG following the AFLW win. Those who came only for the women made their presence and support known. Some still backed the men.
Mark McVeigh is in the box seat to land the Essendon coaching job.
Sydney caps a tough week with a resounding 53-point win over North Melbourne.
A Saint has been a highlight this year, the Blues are the team to beat plus more lessons from round 24.
The Sydney Swans face a massive job overhauling the club’s culture.
Rather than playing safe in selecting his Manchester City side for the first time in the Premier League, Enzo Maresca made a bold choice in midfield. Ultimately, it paid off.
Both Newcastle and Liverpool pay tribute to their legendary player on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.
They failed to take chances and reinforcements are required, but Josko Gvardiol saved the day.
How Man City and Bournemouth players rated following their Premier League match.
The world's best are going to have to reach deep into their bag of volleys, solo goals and thundering free kicks to beat Dom Ballard.
Manchester City have agreed a deal in principle with Lille to sign midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi - what makes him such a highly rated talent?.
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland reveals his new buzz cut on social media.
Manchester City agree a deal in principle for 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi worth 100m euros (£86m).
This is the story of Ayyoub Bouaddi, the rise of the studious leader who is seen as the future of Manchester City's midfield.
Palace had exercised their one-year extension option in December 2024.
Riley Lumb, Ryan Hall and Kallum Watkins were among the scorers as Leeds demolish York 66-16.
Warrington Wolves hang on to beat Huddersfield Giants to stay in touch with Super League's top two.
York Valkyrie stun Leeds Rhinos and Barrow beat Leigh in two big Super League upsets.
Ellie Johnston gifts the Eels two points following her hip drop tackle.
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has revealed the reasoning behind moving Terrell May from the starting front-row to the interchange bench as the forward responded with a standout showing against the Roosters.
Trent Robinson has slammed his side’s lack of mental strength after the Roosters suffered a shock loss to the Wests Tigers, moving them from first to third on the NRL ladder.
Rory Owen goes into contact and then reaches out to score for the Eels.
Martha Mataele takes three defenders with her as she scores for the Eels.
Craig Fitzgibbon was quizzed on his side’s form slump after breaking a two-game losing streak to down the Titans, admitting it was a “fair” suggestion the Sharks were in a rut.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Veteran EuroLeague guard Sylvain Francisco thought he would be making the jump the NBA this season. However, transaction holdups around the NBA, while teams waited on LeBron James to make a decision, led to Francisco missing his window.
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.
Nate and Danny can finally sum up the offseasons for the Nuggets and Cavs, improbably through a trade with each other! We put the Peyton Watson deal into context for both teams and give them offseason grades, while also discussing DeMar DeRozan to the Nuggets.
The Miami Heat are set to sign Klay Thompson to a two-year, $13 million contract when he clears waivers this weekend. Thompson agreed to a buyout with the Dallas Mavericks and is set to clear waivers on Sunday. The veteran wing will be Miami's 13th player on a standard contract when signed.
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.
Vin Baker has joined the Miami Heat as an assistant on Erik Spoelstra's coaching staff, reported Chris Haynes. Baker was an assistant with the Bucks for the past eight seasons. The move reunites Baker with Giannis Antetokounmpo.
The NBA's schedule release for the 2026-27 campaign is more than a week old now and, well, I suppose we can refer to it as one of the top 10 stories in this unexpectedly wild month of August.
DeRozan, 37, started 77 games for the Kings in 2025-26 but was waived earlier in the offseason.
DeMar DeRozan and the Denver Nuggets have agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million deal. DeRozan had a partial guarantee on his contract with the Sacramento Kings for only $10 million of the total of $26.74 million.
DeMar DeRozan reportedly has his sights set on his next home, with the free-agent forward signing with the Denver Nuggets, per multiple reports. DeRozan, a six-time All-Star, will join Denver on a one-year, $3.9 million deal, per ESPN's Shams Charania.
To say the situation around Klay Thompson in Dallas changed quickly would be putting it mildly. With Friday's buyout, he's moving on.
The Dallas Mavericks are moving on from Klay Thompson. The team announced it agreed to a buyout with the sharpshooter Friday, making Thompson an unrestricted free agent.The Mavericks released a statement announcing the decision.
Thompson, 36, is on the move after two seasons with the Dallas Mavericks and 13 with Golden State Warriors.
Klay Thompson and the Dallas Mavericks have agreed to a contract buyout. Thompson will become a free agent once he clears waivers. Thompson joined the Mavericks during the 2024 offseason on a three-year, $50 million sign-and-trade with the Golden State Warriors.
Klay Thompson and the Dallas Mavericks have agreed to a contract buyout. Thompson will become a free agent once he clears waivers and plans to sign with the Miami Heat.
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.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Denis Bouanga scored late in the second half and Los Angeles FC escaped with a 1-1 draw after trailing the Portland Timbers for 75 minutes on Saturday night.
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Teenager Cavan Sullivan scored early in the first half for Philadelphia, but Austin FC defender Brendan Hines-Ike answered three minutes later for a 1-1 draw with the Union on Saturday night.
Saturday night was full of action for Major League Soccer fans, and a highlight-reel-worthy moment from Joaquín Pereyra might grab a headline or two.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Simon Becher had a first-half goal to end a long scoreless streak by Houston keeper Jonathan Bond, and rookie Dante Polvara added his first MLS goal in the second half as St.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Reed Baker-Whiting and Andy Nájar scored stoppage-time goals, Hany Mukhtar added a goal and an assist, and Nashville SC beat the Columbus Crew 3-2 on Saturday night for their third consecutive win.
MONTREAL (AP) — Daniel Ríos scored his first goal in MLS and Prince Owusu also scored a goal for CF Montreal in a 2-2 tie with the LA Galaxy on Saturday night.
HARRISON, N.J. (AP) — Cameron Harper scored late in the second half after subbing in a minute earlier and the New York Red Bulls rallied for a 1-1 draw with the Chicago Fire on Saturday night.
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Antoine Griezmann scored two second-half goals Saturday night to help Orlando City beat Real Salt Lake 2-1 to extend their winless streak to seven games. Maxime Crépeau had three saves for Orlando City (7-11-3), which snapped a three-game winless skid.
Star signing Antoine Griezmann has proved why he was worth the big bucks once again to Orlando fans on Saturday. Behind to Real Salt Lake at home, the former World Cup winner secured his first brace in Major League Soccer to ensure all three points stayed in Florida.
The Wests Tigers stunned the Roosters on Sunday after Cronulla snapped a two-game losing streak to revive their NRL top-four finals hopes.
See every try and highlight moment from Allianz Stadium as the Roosters and Wests Tigers clashed in a high-flying attacking thriller to close Round 25!.
Jeral Skelton manages to stay on the field despite a professional foul.
Robert Toia stands up Solomone Saukuru with a brilliant step.
Solomone Saukuru finishes off the brilliant work of the Tigers spine players.
Sam Walker throws a trademark cut-out pass for a try assist right on half-time.
Samuel Fainu is placed on report for a hip drop on Mark Nawaqanitawase.
Jock Madden is placed on report for a high shot on Reece Robson.
The Broncos captain will know by Monday if he gets his Suncorp Stadium farewell. But despite a season ruined by injury and poor form, he has no regrets about playing on an extra year.
An electric final term has seen Hawthorn power past Port Adelaide.
Melbourne's Mia Austin and GWS's Georgia Garnett have been sent for scans after Sunday's clash.
Carlton has continued its red-hot start to the season, defeating Adelaide by 27 points on Sunday afternoon.
Sydney coach Colin O'Riordan is relieved and proud after his charges starred at the SCG after a tough week for the club.
After a tight first term, Melbourne has cruised to a 48-point win over GWS.
Fremantle has defeated Collingwood by 20 points as stars for both sides made successful returns to footy.
Sydney's AFLW team has defeated Essendon in front of a record crowd at the SCG.
Swans supporters were out in force ahead of a historic double-header at the SCG.
All the action from Sunday's round two AFLW matches.
Poppy Scholz's star turn in the ruck during round one was entirely separate to her older sister's own ruck prowess.
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.
BBC Sport spends a day in Wales' pre-season camp, watching players put through their paces ahead of the new WXV Global Series.
As first courses go, this was a delicious appetiser to a series that looks set to live up to its billing.
Prem Rugby side Leicester Tigers sign New Zealand-born Tonga international hooker Sam Moli.
Maddison Levi has been unable to inspire the Wallaroos to a hoodoo-busting victory, the Australians falling flat in an ugly 66-19 defeat to New Zealand.
Michael Cheika may end up only leading the Waratahs for one season, but that didn’t deter Rugby Australia from bringing back the only man to win a Super Rugby title with the franchise.
The incoming Waratahs coach remains one of the big beasts of the coaching jungle. But the Super Rugby landscape has changed drastically since his successful first spell in charge.
The cases of hundreds of players in rugby's multi-million-pound concussion legal battle allowed to continue after High Court ruling.
Ospreys confirm former Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones as a new member of their board before the 2026-27 season.
South Africa welcome New Zealand for their Greatest Rivalry series with the suspicion that they plan on beating the tourists at their own game. The problem with Test weeks is that they can feel long.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Amanda Anisimova will seek her first victory in six attempts against Jessica Pegula in the quarterfinals of the Cincinnati Open.
Marta Kostyuk rallied from a set down to beat Mirra Andreeva and reach her first Cincinnati quarterfinal, powered by a forehand that produced the majority of her 25 winners. She'll face Coco Gauff for a spot in the semis.
Defending champion Iga Swiatek reached her 30th WTA 1000 quarterfinal and extended her winning streak to nine with a straight-sets defeat of Diane Parry in the Cincinnati Open fourth round. She'll face Elena Rybakina next.
The Abierto GNP Seguros Monterrey Open serves as the final tune-up event before the season's final Grand Slam. Here is everything you need to know for next week's WTA 500 event.
Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended after testing positive in-competition to cocaine.
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.
A shock report has claimed Sergio Garcia’s infamous tantrum at the 2026 Masters led to LIV Golf’s disastrous predicament.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The PGA Tour’s biggest names are heading to Bellerive Country Club for this week’s BMW Championship with everything on the line.
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.
LIV Golf’s worst-kept secret is officially out, with the cash-strapped tournament confirming the season-ending Michigan event has been cancelled.
Scottie Scheffler kicked off the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup playoffs in style with a commanding eight-shot victory at the FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind in Memphis.
The Atlanta Gladiators are turning to a colour scheme from their past to inspire their future.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The US Open will have at least one of the two titans in men’s tennis. Carlos Alcaraz, currently ranked No. 2 in the world, said in a social media post Thursday that he will make his return to tennis at the 2026 US Open after a four-month absence.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Perth Wildcats will play Cairns this Saturday from 2pm AEST (12pm AWST), as pre-season action continues from Karratha. 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.
The 2026 Mitsubishi Motors NBL1 National Final is here, taking place from Friday, August 21 to Sunday, August 23. The best of the best from NBL1 Central, North, South, East, and West will converge on the State Basketball Centre in Adelaide for a MASSIVE weekend of hoops, where the 2026 NBL1 National Champions will be crowned.
The NHL deputy commissioner said the team could be announced by the "end of this calendar year," with Houston the most likely landing spot.
Each championship team is issued its own version of the Cup, and now Montreal’s is missing.
Detroit’s GM search and Dylan Larkin’s trade request have prompted Seider, the team’s best player, to turn his focus inward.
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.".
This assessment is mostly based on every team's young roster core combined with their current roster strength.
The Blue Jackets' news release did not specify which procedure was done on the shoulder, and the recovery time is unclear.
The league and soccer giant on Thursday announced a multiyear partnership and four more regular-season NHL games on German soil.
Corey Pronman has dropped his annual rankings of each team's pipeline of players 22 and younger.
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.
Players drafted after the first round can become major difference-makers for top NHL teams.
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?.
Let’s find out how bad your favorite team has really had it when it comes to these punk kids.
Corey Pronman ranks the best young players affiliated with NHL teams, from 1 to 156.
An in-depth look at the NHL's future with a ranking of every team's under-23 core.
A common playground maneuver could be hockey’s most important movement.
The television program was a spinoff of "Hockey Night in Canada," broadcasting NHL games in Punjabi on Saturday nights.
Coming off three Olympic gold medals, USA Hockey is using the momentum to help galvanize American goaltending.
From Jayden Daniels to Mikaela Shiffrin, we asked pro athletes: What's the single most important trait for a leader to have?.
Maher was a staple on Flames radio broadcasts for over 30 years, calling the team's lone Cup victory in 1989 and its 2004 Cup Final run.
Let's dive into an important detail hiding in plain sight that a lot of fans aren't clear about.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”.
The #5 aims to return to action at the Aragon GP, pending a medical review on Thursday!.
Get to know our next MotoGP prodigy as Daniel Holgado prepares to jump into the premier class, joining the grid in 2027!.
There’s a fresh face on the block. Get to know Honda’s latest signing, who already has an impressive CV!.
12 rounds in the books and already seven winners: 2026’s winner list continues to grow, matching 2025’s total tally!.
Botafogo Beach prepares to welcome MotoGP at the start of a new era.
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!.
Need a recap from a memorable visit to Silverstone? We’ve got you covered with the hottest topics from the British GP!.
The official charity partner of MotoGP™ returned to Silverstone with a bang, setting a new all-time high for British GP fundraising efforts.
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.
The championship leader beats Ogura and Bezzecchi on a super Saturday for the Noale factory as Marc Marquez endures a tough Sprint outing.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Surf Coast Suns players say their safety and dignity are at stake without change rooms and toilets closer to the court.
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.
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.
Messy and drawn-out pay negotiations are once again overshadowing a major tournament for the Aussie Diamonds. .
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.
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. .