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The Athletic

The Lakers sale and a federal probe put Mark Walter in a spotlight he never sought

The Los Angeles Dodgers owner finds himself under scrutiny amid an investigation into one of his other companies.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Why a top-two finish by the NZ Warriors could cost NRL $3m

The high-flying Kiwi side want to host finals at their home ground, Go Media Stadium, rather than Eden Park – which holds double the number of fans.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 1 hour ago

BBC

Man City in advanced talks for £85m Bouaddi, 18

Manchester City are in advanced talks with Lille over a move for Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.

BBC • Football → 1 hour ago

BBC

Spurs' Vicario set to join Juventus on loan

Tottenham accept a loan offer from Juventus for goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, which includes an option to buy.

BBC • Football → 1 hour ago

BBC

How to follow Dutch Grand Prix on the BBC

All the key BBC coverage details for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, from 21-23 August.

BBC • Formula 1 → 2 hours ago

The Athletic

Tommy John was a great flamethrower who didn’t throw smoke

John’s inner fire carried him for 26 seasons, with 164 of his 288 victories coming after the landmark 1974 surgery that changed the game.

The Athletic • MLB → 2 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Swans player swarmed at airport

Sydney Swans player Jai Serong is swarmed by cameras after getting off a plane.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 2 hours ago

AFL

New award to honour the best defensive player in the game

The AFL Coaches' Association Defensive Player of the Year Award will be awarded for the first time next week.

AFL • AFL → 2 hours ago

Cricinfo

USA qualify for third straight Under-19 women's T20 World Cup

USA join Samoa (East Asia-Pacific) and UAE (Asia) for the 2027 edition through regional qualification, with the Africa and Europe qualifiers to be held later in the year.

Cricinfo → 2 hours ago

BBC

Signings impress but squad issues remain - learnings from Man Utd's summer

Positives, negatives and areas to address urgently - how are Michael Carrick's Manchester United shaping up now pre-season is over?.

BBC • Football → 2 hours ago

Football

BBC

Bronze explains out-of-character contract extension

England defender Lucy Bronze says she has found a "really good role" at a club she is "comfortable" with, after signing a rare contract extension with Chelsea.

BBC • Football → 2 hours ago

BBC

These eight players will help you win FPL

Our Fantasy Premier League experts pick eight players they think will help you have a successful FPL season.

BBC • Football → 3 hours ago

The Guardian

Football transfer rumours: Manchester City to move for Alexis Mac Allister?

Today’s fluff lacks community spirit. After looking a tad silly in the Community Shield loss to Arsenal, with not having a midfield being one problem for Enzo Maresca and the further blow of Rodri’s departure getting closer, Manchester City really need some new blood.

The Guardian • Football → 3 hours ago

The Guardian

Brighton’s Emilie Joramo: ‘I feel like I’m now in the place I want to be’

She’s always been keen on the WSL, and the club have long had their eye on her – now the Norwegian midfielder feels ready to make an impact.

The Guardian • Football → 4 hours ago

BBC

Scotland boss to bring in ex-Premier League winger - gossip

New Scotland boss to bring in former Premier League winger as assistant, while Hearts lodge a bid for a new striker...

BBC • Football → 4 hours ago

BBC

Stats that show Premier League is getting more competitive

Last season, the Premier League was arguably more competitive than it has been for years. BBC Sport looks at whether that will continue to be the case this time around.

BBC • Football → 4 hours ago

BBC

Dublin Dons? The failed attempt to bring a Premier League club to Ireland

Just how close did an Irish consortium come to buying a Premier League team and moving them to Dublin?.

BBC • Football → 4 hours ago

BBC

Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 28

Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.

BBC • Football → 4 hours ago

BBC

Five in Five: Football quiz No 1

Will you beat the clock by getting all five of today's answers in five minutes?.

BBC • Football → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

Can anyone stop Arsenal from winning the Premier League again?

The champions' body language and energy in the Community Shield suggested a team ready to lead from the front once more.

The Athletic • Football → 5 hours ago

AFLWAussie Rules

AFL

Around the state leagues: Draft hopefuls impress, Williamstown upsets North

All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.

AFL • AFLW → 3 hours ago

AFL

'They're going to make you pay': McCarthy demands better planning for comp's stars

Kate McCarthy says club's need to dedicate more attention to the competition's stars.

AFL • AFLW → 3 hours ago

AFL

AFLW MATCH REVIEW: Fines galore after melees, Lion banned for striking

The match review for Saturday and Sunday's round one AFLW games is in.

AFL • AFLW → 4 hours ago

AFL

Coaches' votes, R1: Six perfect 10s, Roos stars split votes

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

AFL • AFLW → 4 hours ago

AFL

Second-year Tiger earns first Rising Star nom for season

Richmond's Sierra Grieves is the Telstra AFLW Rising Star for round one.

AFL • AFLW → 5 hours ago

AFL

Giants deliver huge upset with stunning win over Eagles

The Giants have upset the Eagles at Engie Stadium.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

AFL

Port overpowers Dockers to make round one statement

Under new coach Glenn Strachan, the Power have beaten the Dockers in Perth.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

AFL

Giants and Eagles face off in last game of R1. LIVE from 4.35pm AEST

Follow all the action from Sunday's AFLW games.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

AFL

Swans produce fightback to overcome Crows in thriller

The Swans have charged home to overcome the Crows in a thriller.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

AFL

Lions prove too good for Bombers as Davidson kicks four

A fast start has helped the Lions to a comfortable win over the Bombers.

AFL • AFLW → 1 day ago

Aussie Rules

Sydney Morning Herald

Blues make it official: Fraser to be announced as Carlton coach

After a remarkable run as caretaker coach, Josh Fraser will take on the role permanently after the Blues’ board rubber-stamped his appointment on Monday.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 3 hours ago

AFL

Young Pie lands Rising Star nomination after heroics in Hawks draw

Sam Swadling is the Telstra AFL Rising Star for round 23.

AFL • AFL → 4 hours ago

AFL

Crows lock in key defender after career-best season

James Borlase has re-signed with Adelaide on a three-year deal.

AFL • AFL → 4 hours ago

AFL

MATCH REVIEW: Giants star cops another fine for umpire abuse

The Match Review findings from Sunday's round 23 games are in.

AFL • AFL → 4 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Details emerge in Swans investigation

Nine's Alex Heinke reveals that a group of women confronted staff at the Pullman Hotel relating to the Swans investigation.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 4 hours ago

ABC Sport

Sydney Swans CEO fronts media to address allegations against players

Club CEO Matthew Pavlich fronts the media to address an alleged incident involving several Sydney Swans players as police investigate a report of sexual assault.

ABC Sport • AFL → 4 hours ago

Fox Sports

Blues set to announce Fraser as full-time senior coach after stunning charge into finals

Josh Fraser is Carlton’s man.

Fox Sports • AFL → 5 hours ago

AFL

Team whispers: Latest on star Dog's availability, key Crow on track to return

Stay up to date with all the latest teams news ahead of round 24.

AFL • AFL → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

AFL Report Card, Round 23: Concerns emerge from chaotic draws; huge dent in contender’s flag chances

Six A-grades and two fails have been assessed from the penultimate weekend of the home-and-away season.

Fox Sports • AFL → 6 hours ago

AFL

Fraser set to land Blues job after stunning stint as interim

The Blues are set to appoint Josh Fraser as their senior coach on a full-time basis.

AFL • AFL → 6 hours ago

Premier LeagueFootball

The Athletic

The Athletic’s Premier League predictions for 2026-27: Final table, best signing and much more

What will the table look like? Which of the nine new managers will do best? Our writers give their views on how the season will pan out.

The Athletic • Football → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Inside the Basque 'dream team' that produced Iraola, Arteta and Alonso

A small club in northern Spain had a youth team that included the managers of Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea. How do they do it?.

The Athletic • Football → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are talking about retirement. What does football look like without them?

As two greats near the end of their careers, can others reach the same heights? Or has the fragmentation of football made it more difficult?.

The Athletic • Football → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Who are the leaders at every Premier League club?

Captains, vice-captains and the other role models that keep standards high can all change in a summer, so who are the leaders at your club?.

The Athletic • Premier League → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

A masked German goalkeeper and an outrageous rabona that has broken the internet

With the score at 0-0 on Sunday, the Aberdeen goalkeeper Marius Muller produced an entirely unnecessary rabona — and it quickly went viral.

The Athletic • Football → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Arsenal prowess shows they're not lacking attacking threat, but defensive cover still needed

For all the talk of a new forward, Arsenal are well-stocked for attackers in terms of numbers. It’s a different situation at the back.

The Athletic • Football → 6 hours ago

Fox Sports

24-sec Gunners masterclass exposes ugly City reality … before brutal Rodri blow

Arsenal powered to a 3-0 win against Manchester City in the Community Shield on Sunday (Monday AEST), delivering a swaggering statement of intent ahead of their Premier League title defence.

Fox Sports • Football → 14 hours ago

BBC

Newcastle at best when 'us against world' - Burn

Dan Burn has his sights set on leading a new-look Newcastle back into Europe as the club's captain.

BBC • Football → 15 hours ago

BBC

Nightmare Man City start for Maresca - are Arsenal really so far ahead?

Did Arsenal show just how far above Manchester City they are with their dominant Community Shield win?.

BBC • Football → 15 hours ago

BBC

Barcelona agree £65m deal to sign Rodri from Man City

Barcelona agree a deal to sign Spain captain Rodri from Manchester City.

BBC • Football → 15 hours ago

NRLRugby League

Sydney Morning Herald

Latrell ‘a chance’ to make long-awaited return; no Red V lifeline for Sloan

Wayne Bennett has raised hopes Latrell Mitchell could play this weekend, as Dragons flyer Tyrell Sloan said he had been ‘left in the dark’ on his Super League move.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 3 hours ago

NRL

CHT chasing 'the perfect game' as Wahs continue their charge

The Warriors are riding high with finals confirmed and a top-two finish well within reach but the search for perfection is keeping standards high according to five-eighth Chanel Harris-Tavita.

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Fox Sports

BREAKING: Raiders’ incredible gesture as Josh Papalii retires from NRL

Raiders legend Josh Papalii has announced his retirement from rugby league, with the club’s most-capped player to run out at home for the final time when the Green Machine takes on the battling Broncos.

Fox Sports • NRL → 4 hours ago

NRL

Chanel No.7: Vote for your RLWC26 Team of the Week

Chanel Harris-Tavita is in line to be a first-choice playmaker for Samoa for the first time since the 2022 Pacific Test.

NRL → 5 hours ago

NRL

Fiji formally joins landmark Pacific Rugby League Partnership

Fiji has officially joined the Pacific Rugby League Partnership after Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Minister for Youth and Sports Jese Saukuru formally signed the Statement of Intent in Parliament.

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NRL

Saukuru family rejoice after Fijian flyer's NRL debut

Joey Saukuru could have been excused for shedding a few tears of joy in the crowd at CommBank Stadium on Sunday.

NRL → 5 hours ago

NRL

Going Rogan: Flying finisher helps Tigers bury the demons

If you want to know just how far Wests Tigers have come, take a look at the score the last time they played the Warriors in the final game of a lamentable wooden spoon campaign in 2025.

NRL → 7 hours ago

NRL

NRL Fantasy: Lone Scout's Winners and Losers Round 24

NRL Fantasy: Lone Scout's Winners and Losers Round 24.

NRL → 7 hours ago

Fox Sports

Verdict on Latrell after promising sight; Foran’s ‘important’ Turbo message: Team Tips

It has been one of the most-watched injury returns this year. Will Latrell Mitchell finally lace up the boots again for Souths this weekend?.

Fox Sports • NRL → 8 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Twelve months ago, the Knights were heading for the wooden spoon. Holbrook must be coach of the year

Newcastle’s climb from the cellar to the finals is a credit to what Justin Holbrook has done with substantially the same roster as 2025.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 8 hours ago

Rugby League

Sydney Morning Herald

Johns described this Broncos effort as 'absolutely disgusting'

Warriors playmaker Chanel Harris-Tavita goes over far too easily during his side's 40-6 mauling of the Broncos. In the aftermath, rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns described the effort shown by Brisbane as "absolutely disgusting".

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 9 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Joey scorches 'absolutely disgusting' Broncos effort

Andrew Johns tears into the Broncos following their 40-6 thrashing at the hands of the Warriors at Suncorp Stadium.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 9 hours ago

NRL

How Bud's Bunny buddies helped rekindle his love for the game

Jayden Sullivan can’t remember exactly when he started to drift away from wanting to play rugby league but under Wayne Bennett's guidance he is back in a happy place.

NRL → 10 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Teflon Bulldog’ returns in baffling bunker fail; Broncos should consider Gordie apology — Crawls

I wrote earlier this season how it appeared Stephen Crichton had become a ‘protected species’ when it came to getting the rub of the green on contentious calls.

Fox Sports • NRL → 12 hours ago

NRL

Knights face fight to return to NRLW finals arena

The Newcastle Knights are in uncharted waters, but coach Ben Jeffries is confident they can still navigate their way back to the NRLW finals.

NRL → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

Mitchell Moses played the rules and won. This is how the NRL can stop it happening again — Michael Crawley

If Mitchell Moses knew that winning that challenge meant his night was done, he never rolls the dice.

Fox Sports • NRL → 12 hours ago

NRL

How a Wallaroos gun found the fast Layne to NRLW success

A black eye, a fractured face and a new position might not sound like the ideal way to begin an NRLW career but for Layne Morgan, it was all part of finally returning to the game where her love of rugby and contact sports began.

NRL → 12 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Slater opens up on Storm coaching rumour

Billy Slater says he has no plans to replace Craig Bellamy as head coach of the Melbourne Storm.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 12 hours ago

Fox Sports

QLD skipper’s ‘no brainer’ Slater replacement candidate; Dragons star’s exit admission — NRL Daily

Queensland skipper Cameron Munster is disappointed that Billy Slater has stepped down as Maroons coach, with the champion five-eighth claiming it would be a “no-brainer” for the QRL to interview Cameron Smith for the role.

Fox Sports • NRL → 12 hours ago

NRL

Holyman happy with try double as Raiders close in on finals berth

Sophie Holyman is happy if she scores one try in a season. She scored two in the last 10 minutes against the Knights as the Raiders took a giant stride towards securing their first NRLW finals berth.

NRL → 14 hours ago

AFLAussie Rules

Sydney Morning Herald

Swans CEO 'shocked' by allegations

Sydney Swans CEO Matthew Pavlich confirms that the police are investigating in an incident involving several players in a Melbourne hotel.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 6 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Revealed: The Swans players who could be stood down on finals eve amid sexual assault investigation

The investigation relates to an allegation of sexual assault at an East Melbourne hotel hours after the team’s victory over Essendon at the MCG on Sunday night.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 6 hours ago

AFL

Reaction Time: Your club's Urgency Index after round 23

Riley Beveridge takes a look at the hot topic at your club this week.

AFL • AFL → 7 hours ago

The Guardian

Sydney Swans AFL players investigated over alleged sexual assault at Melbourne hotel

Sydney Swans chief executive Matthew Pavlich says he is “shocked and disappointed” about the circumstances which have led to several players becoming part of a Victoria police investigation into an alleged incident at a Melbourne hotel.

The Guardian • AFL → 7 hours ago

ABC Sport

Sydney Swans CEO confirms police investigating alleged incident 'involving several players'

The club says the AFL and authorities have been notified about the alleged incident, as police investigate a report of sexual assault.

ABC Sport • AFL → 8 hours ago

Fox Sports

Swans boss ‘shocked’, fresh details as police probe players over alleged sexual assault

The Sydney Swans have confirmed several players were allegedly involved in an incident as Victoria Police begin investigations into a report of a sexual assault.

Fox Sports • AFL → 8 hours ago

AFL

Swans CEO 'extremely shocked and disappointed' as police investigate

The Swans have released a statement after their players were involved in an alleged incident in Melbourne on Sunday night.

AFL • AFL → 9 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

The top 10 is set, but who will play who? Our experts give their predictions

After a season of intrigue, it all comes down to the last round of the home-and-away campaign to confirm the placings inside the top 10. Here are our tips.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 9 hours ago

AFL

Suns young gun makes massive contract call amid rival interest

In-demand Gold Coast youngster Bailey Humphrey makes a huge call on his playing future.

AFL • AFL → 9 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Spruiker or the best coach? Essendon’s coaching decision looms

President Andrew Welsh is due to return from an overseas business trip this week, with a decision on the club’s new senior coach imminent. Whoever wins the gig will need to reclaim the faith of a frustrated group of supporters, who have not seen a win at the MCG since the middle of last season.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 9 hours ago

Cricket

Fox Sports

Change the ‘easy option’: Aussie coach defends Marnus’ ‘good-looking 31’ amid calls for axings

Australian coach Andrew McDonald has conceded the Test team was poor in Darwin but said that did not mean there will be a change for what is now a must-win match in Mackay in order to square the series against Bangladesh.

Fox Sports • Cricket → 3 hours ago

The Guardian

Appointment of Root and Fleming has been a mess but they could be a good blend

Joe Root should try to enjoy his second spell as England captain with Stephen Fleming bringing a more proactive approach. As England’s batting coach for a good deal of Joe Root’s first spell as Test captain, I saw directly how conscientious he was in the role.

The Guardian • Cricket → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

'Ultimately, it's 31' - Labuschagne's Test career back on the edge

Australia coach Andrew McDonald said it also came down to the backroom staff to get the best out of players.

Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

McDonald cautions against rush towards 'regeneration'

Coach indicates there will be no kneejerk reaction to Australia's stinging Test defeat to Bangladesh, but changes not ruled out.

Cricket.com.au → 5 hours ago

BBC

Brook on Test captaincy, batting and Wellington

In an exclusive interview, England's Harry Brook says he supports Joe Root taking the Test captaincy, addresses frustrations about his batting and describes the Wellington nightclub incident fallout.

BBC • Cricket → 5 hours ago

Cricinfo

De Kock, Rutherford, spinners script Tridents' second straight win

Mujeeb and Motie shared five wickets to derail Kings' chase of 178 in a match reduced to 18 overs a side.

Cricinfo → 6 hours ago

Cricinfo

New Zealand domestic season to kick off on October 28 with Ford Trophy opener

The women's season will start with Northern Districts beginning their Hallyburton Johnstone Shield title defence against Central Hinds on November 14.

Cricinfo → 7 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘I can do what I want’: Stump mic reveal Smith’s stoush with rival as ‘ridiculous’ issue remerges — Daily

An exchange between Steve Smith and Litton Das on the third day picked up by Fox Cricket’s stump microphone has become symbolic of Bangladesh’s fearless attitude in their historic nine-wicket Test win in Darwin.

Fox Sports • Cricket → 9 hours ago

The Guardian

How Australia found themselves on the wrong side of cricket’s most profound upset

Despite overwhelming odds against them, Bangladesh still found a way to win – but their success wasn’t down to any Australian complacency.

The Guardian • Cricket → 9 hours ago

Fox Sports

JL’s latest accolade in final thriller as Aussie WC heroes shine in The Hundred triumph

New Zealand opener Tim Seifert’s blistering innings paved the way for Manchester Super Giants’ five-wicket win over Trent Rockets in the final of the Hundred at Lord’s on Sunday.

Fox Sports • Cricket → 11 hours ago

NBABasketball

RealGM

Mavs In Contact With Klay Thompson Amid Uncertain Future

Dallas Mavericks president Masai Ujiri has been in contact with Klay Thompson this offseason, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Mavs prefer to trade Thompson over buying him out, though sources add that it remains to be seen how the situation will play out.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Cavs Still Looking To Trade Max Strus, Will Re-Sign James Harden Soon

The Cleveland Cavaliers are still actively trying to trade Max Strus, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The team is looking to clear the final year of Strus' $16.7 million contract in order to make cap space to add either Peyton Watson or Jonathan Kuminga.

RealGM • Basketball → 4 hours ago

RealGM

Wizards Made Russell Westbrook Two-Year Offer, Interested In DeMar DeRozan

The Washington Wizards offered Russell Westbrook a two-year deal this offseason, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Westbrook, who also had an offer from the Kings, announced his retirement last week.

RealGM • Basketball → 7 hours ago

RealGM

Mercury Retire Diana Taurasi No. 3 Jersey

The Phoenix Mercury retired Diana Taurasi's No. 3 jersey in a ceremony before their game against the Portland Fire on Sunday. "Today feels different," Taurasi said.

RealGM • Basketball → 7 hours ago

RealGM

Sixers Hire Tommy Balcetis As Head Of Basketball Intelligence, Analytics, And Innovation

The Philadelphia 76ers hired Tommy Balcetis as the team's Head of Basketball Intelligence, Analytics, and Innovation, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Balcetis was previously an assistant general manager with the Nuggets, where he spent 12 years with the team.

RealGM • Basketball → 7 hours ago

The Stein Line

MORE Late Night NBA Intel

Mid-August is an allegedly sleepy time in the NBA. Emphasis on allegedly. So much happened this week that I haven't had a chance to process or comment on all of it yet. The full schedule for the 2026-27 season was released in three parts Tuesday through Thursday.

The Stein Line → 7 hours ago

RealGM

Paul George Ecstatic To Join Celtics, 'Gonna Give Everything'

The Boston Celtics recently shared video of Paul George's initial visit to the team's practice facility. In the video, George expressed his excitement about joining the Celtics. "It's surreal.

RealGM • Basketball → 14 hours ago

RealGM

Tyrese Haliburton Not Happy With Pacers Opening Night Schedule

In a recent episode of the Numbers On The Board Podcast, Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton made it known that he's not happy with his team's opening night schedule. Haliburton believes his return game should be on national TV, or at least at home in Indiana.

RealGM • Basketball → 20 hours ago

RealGM

Anthony Edwards Confident Wolves Can Beat Spurs, Thunder

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is confident his new-look team will come together successfully this season. Edwards is so confident that he thinks his Wolves can win the Western Conference.

RealGM • Basketball → 20 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame induction: Candace Parker, Amar'e Stoudemire, Doc Rivers lead latest class

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame welcomed its eight-person 2026 class on Saturday night.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 1 day ago

Basketball

Fox Sports

‘Flying under the radar’: MVP threat ready to turn heads as Euro star reveals why he chose Bullets

He is one of the most under-the-radar import signings of the off-season and a serious dark horse for Most Valuable Player in 2026-27.

Fox Sports • Basketball → 7 hours ago

NBL

Giddey backs Boomer Ben

Josh Giddey believes Ben Simmons still has unfinished business in the NBA, and he wants to see him make his senior Boomers debut too. The speculation around Simmons' next move has intensified since he fronted a player-led Boomers mini-camp in Melbourne.

NBL → 14 hours ago

NBL

NBL stars shine in NBL1 Grand Finals

All 10 NBL1 Conference champions have officially been crowned after two exciting weekends of Grand Finals. Most recently, on Sunday, Norths and Bankstown claimed the NBL1 East titles, defeating Sutherland and Manly respectively.

NBL → 16 hours ago

NBL

Gaze weighs in on Mills' Boomers future

He's one of the all-time greats of Australian basketball, and even at 38, Patty Mills shows no signs of slowing down. Just a month ago, Mills torched Barcelona for 36 points playing for La Laguna Tenerife.

NBL → 18 hours ago

NBL

12 sides locked in for exciting NBL1 National Finals

The complete 12-team field for the 2026 Mitsubishi Motors NBL1 National Finals has been confirmed, following the conclusion of conference finals across the country.

NBL → 22 hours ago

RealGM

Dillon Brooks Not Content After Signing Extension With Suns

Veteran wing Dillon Brooks is happy to have signed an extension with the Phoenix Suns. However, Brooks said that doesn't mean he's content or that his work ethic will wane.

RealGM • Basketball → 1 day ago

RealGM

Dunc'd On: Lakers Sold; Clippers Never Stop; Schröder Trade; Russ Retires

Nate and Danny react to the shock sale of the Lakers. Why did this happen now, and what does it mean for the Lakers and the league? Bradley Beal gets a new contract that is clear evidence of circumvention, while Pablo Torre uncovers more evidence of clear circumvention.

RealGM • Basketball → 2 days ago

NBL

Phoenix find their rhythm in pre-season test

Angus Glover was feeling it, Ellis Biggar took his chances, Dash Daniels looked good and D'Shawn Schwartz encouraged as the South East Melbourne Phoenix scored the 86-64 NBL pre-season win against Saint Mary's College.

NBL → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Charles Oakley’s lawsuit against Madison Square Garden dismissed — again

Judge sides with MSG, saying the former Knicks player couldn’t prove he was assaulted at game.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

The Athletic

LeBron James launches YouTube golf channel with video of 2016 Cavs reunion

The page's first post is more than an hour and a half long and features a reunion with the 2016 Cavaliers.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 days ago

Formula 1Motorsport

BBC

Dutch GP in pictures as F1 prepares for Zandvoort farewell

A selection of images from the Dutch Grand Prix, as Zandvoort prepares to host a Formula 1 race for the final time.

BBC • Formula 1 → 4 hours ago

Formula 1

The biggest market movers as F1 summer break ends

With F1 set to resume at the Dutch Grand Prix, we look at the biggest market movers during the opening 11 races of the 2026 season.

Formula 1 → 15 hours ago

Formula 1

How do psychologists help Formula 1 drivers be at their best?

We pitched some hypothetical scenarios to Hintsa Performance psychologist Robbie Anderson about how to best manage a driver through various situations – and how people can apply these lessons to daily life.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

How Red Bull’s 2026 season has played out so far

With Red Bull currently sitting fourth in the Constructors’ Championship, we dissect their season so far in their half term report.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

9 times superhero movies made it onto the F1 grid

From DC Comics to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, films and figures from the world’s biggest superhero movies have been collaborating in Formula 1 for over two decades.

Formula 1 → 1 day ago

Formula 1

Inside the F1 driver’s bubble: The communications officer

Formula 1.com is delving into F1 driver bubbles to gain a greater understanding of the lives of those who work closely with the stars of F1. In this piece Bradley Lord, Mercedes’ Deputy Team Principal and Chief Communications Officer, explains how his team guides its drivers in dealing with the media, managing relationships, and co-ordinating activities through a race weekend.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

Can anyone stop Antonelli winning Italy’s first title since 1953?

F1 Hall of Fame journalist David Tremayne on the golden opportunity in the hands of Mercedes' young Italian hotshot Kimi Antonelli.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

Tickets launched for 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia

The Bahrain International Circuit and Sepang International Circuit have announced the launch of ticket sales for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

How Racing Bulls’ 2026 season has played out so far

It has been an impressive start to the season for Racing Bulls, but can they maintain that momentum during the second half?.

Formula 1 → 2 days ago

Formula 1

5 things to look forward to in the second half of 2026

After an action-packed first half, there is plenty more to come when the 2026 Formula 1 season resumes this month.

Formula 1 → 3 days ago

Motorsport

Formula 1

Are these some of the best Drive to Survive episodes?

F1 fans need to wait a little bit longer for racing action to return in 2026, but thankfully there is plenty to keep you occupied until then – including almost 80 episodes of Drive to Survive sitting on Netflix waiting to be watched again.

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Formula 1

Every trophy won in the 2026 F1 season so far

From the Sir Jack Brabham dish in Melbourne to the porcelain cups in Hungary, here’s every trophy handed out across the first half of the season.

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Formula 1

Inside the F1 driver’s bubble: The reserve driver

In this series of features Formula 1.com is delving into the inner circle to gain a greater understanding of those who work closely with the stars of F1. This week Stoffel Vandoorne, former McLaren racer and now Aston Martin reserve driver, provides an insight into the life of a reserve driver.

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Formula 1

How Alpine’s 2026 season has played out so far

Now that Alpine have dropped behind Racing Bulls in the battle to be crowned 'best of the rest', we take a look at how their season has unfolded so far.

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Formula 1

Can F1 bettors still find value backing Antonelli?

A dream season so far for the Italian, but is there any profit left to be made in the betting market when backing Antonelli?.

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BBC

Would more sprint races be a positive change for Formula 1?

Chequered Flag's Harry Benjamin and Becky Evans discuss what benefits could come from an increased number of sprint weekends in the Formula 1 calendar, both for drivers and fans.

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Formula 1

Why switching off is one of the most vital skills for F1 drivers

Being a Formula 1 driver requires absolute dedication, but the stars of our sport also need to know when to zone out.

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Formula 1

How Williams rebuilt one of their most iconic F1 cars

Back in 1996, Williams wrote one of the most successful chapters in their F1 story – claiming 12 pole positions and 12 victories out of 16 Grands Prix, racking up 21 podium finishes, and winning both the Drivers’ and Teams’ titles.

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Formula 1

5 key things we heard from Cadillac after Team Principal change

New Cadillac Team Principal Marcin Budkowski and CEO of TWG Motorsports Dan Towriss have spoken about topics including the squad’s leadership change, priorities for the rest of the season, and future plans with their driver line-up.

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Formula 1

How Haas’ 2026 season has played out so far

As they prepare for the second half of the season, we take a look at the highs and lows of Haas' 2026 campaign to date.

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MLSFootball

Yahoo Sports

Whitecaps deal Sounders club-record seventh straight MLS defeat with 2-0 victory

SEATTLE (AP) — Rayan Elloumi and Thomas Müller scored second-half goals and goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka wasn't tested as the Vancouver Whitecaps handed the Seattle Sounders a club-record seventh straight defeat in MLS play with a 2-0 victory on Sunday night.

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Yahoo Sports

Dje D'Avilla shines early to help Fire spoil debut of Timbers coach Martí Cifuentes in 2-1 victory

CHICAGO (AP) — Dje D'Avilla had a goal and an assist in the first 14 minutes and the Chicago Fire spoiled the debut of Portland Timbers coach Martí Cifuentes with a 2-1 victory on Sunday night.

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Yahoo Sports

???? This goalkeeper’s crazy howler in MLS ????

We are still trying to understand.It was a difficult MLS night for Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates. Heavily beaten by Nashville (4-1), the Florida club experienced two major incidents during the match.

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Yahoo Sports

Beecher scores 2 goals, St. Louis City beats Earthquakes 3-1, extends unbeaten streak to 9

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Simon Beecher had two goals, Daniel Edelman opened the scoring in the seventh minute, and St. Louis City beat the San Jose Earthquakes 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to nine games.

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Yahoo Sports

Anders Dreyer, CJ dos Santos spark San Diego to 1-0 victory over LAFC

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anders Dreyer scored on a penalty kick in the 89th minute and CJ dos Santos finished off a clean sheet as San Diego FC pulled off a 1-0 victory over Los Angeles FC on Saturday night.

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The Athletic

Analyzing Cavan Sullivan: How the MLS wonderkid has stepped up in 2026

Sullivan's game time is increasing and so is the frequency at which he is impressing observers.

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Yahoo Sports

Cannon, Navarro score in second half to back Hansen as Rapids top Sporting KC 2-0

COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (AP) — Defender Reggie Cannon scored midway through the second half with an assist from Youssef Maziz in his MLS debut, and Nico Hansen was stellar in goal as the Colorado Rapids beat Sporting Kansas City 2-0 on Saturday night.

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Yahoo Sports

Hanks returns from injury and scores winner in Portland's 2-1 win over Orlando

Caiya Hanks returned after a 14-month absence while recovering from an ACL injury to score the winning goal in the Portland Thorns' 2-1 victory over the Orlando Pride on Saturday night.

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The Athletic

Lionel Messi misses penalty as Nashville strengthens MLS lead with win over Inter Miami

Messi had a penalty kick saved as Nashville produced a dominant display to extend its lead at the top of the MLS Eastern Conference.

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Yahoo Sports

Dynamo's Bond rides Santos' PK goal to 1-0 victory over Galaxy for fourth straight shutout

HOUSTON (AP) — Guilherme Santos scored on a first-half penalty kick and Jonathan Bond posted his fourth clean sheet in a row to help the Houston Dynamo beat the Los Angeles Galaxy 1-0 on Saturday night.

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American Football

Yahoo Sports

Jeremiyah Love has a high-ankle sprain, Cardinals reportedly hopeful rookie RB can play in Week 1

Jeremiyah Love is now at risk of missing the Arizona Cardinals' season opener. The Cardinals' rookie running back is dealing with a high-ankle sprain he sustained in a 27-14 preseason win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Yahoo Sports

Jeremiyah Love dealing with high-ankle sprain, Cardinals reportedly hopeful rookie RB can play in Week 1

Jeremiyah Love is now at risk of missing the Arizona Cardinals' season opener. The Cardinals' rookie running back is dealing with a high-ankle sprain he sustained in their preseason 27-14 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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The Athletic

Cowboys sign Von Miller, NFL's active career sacks leader, in bid to bolster pass rush

Miller, the Super Bowl 50 MVP and a surefire future Hall of Famer, spent last season with the Washington Commanders.

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Yahoo Sports

Veteran LB Von Miller set to join Cowboys for 15th NFL season

The Dallas Cowboys' defense is getting another veteran boost. The Cowboys reached a deal to sign linebacker Von Miller, the team announced on Sunday night. Specifics of the deal are not yet known, though Miller confirmed the move on social media himself.

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The Athletic

Vikings' Jamal Adams diagnosed with season-ending knee injury: Source

Veteran safety injured knee in Minnesota's preseason opener against the New York Giants.

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Yahoo Sports

Vikings LB Jamal Adams out for season after being carted off with knee injury in preseason opener

Jamal Adams' season is over. The Minnesota Vikings linebacker, who was carted off in their preseason opener on Saturday, suffered a season-ending knee injury, according to the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

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Yahoo Sports

Aaron Donald works out for Rams again; Sean McVay hopes for decision on his NFL return 'sooner than later'

Aaron Donald has worked out for the Los Angeles Rams for a second time as the clock ticks on the future Hall of Famer's decision on whether to return to football.

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The Athletic

Bears activate Ozzy Trapilo from PUP list, signaling recovery is ahead of schedule

Trapilo originally was expected to be out deep into this season. How quickly can he return to full speed?.

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The Athletic

49ers TE George Kittle close to practicing, has 'chance' to play in opener

Kittle is hoping to be ready for the opener against the Rams in Australia, just eight months after tearing his Achilles.

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The Athletic

Commanders QB Marcus Mariota sprains MCL, will likely miss rest of preseason: Sources

Mariota was injured in the first quarter of Washington's preseason win over the Miami Dolphins on Friday.

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NFLAmerican Football

Yahoo Sports

'Football 301' predicts NFC South win totals, which appears headed for another tiebreaker — this time between the Buccaneers and Saints

On a recent episode of "Football 301," Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice and Josh Norris predicted the fortunes of the NFC South with standout players, X factors and, of course, win totals. Both predicted that the Buccaneers and Saints would tie at 9-8 atop the division.

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The Athletic

How do Bears fans feel about the team moving? Depends on who you ask

Many remain skeptical of a move to Hammond, Ind., but opinions were mixed at Saturday's preseason game vs. the Browns at Soldier Field.

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Yahoo Sports

Rookie CB Ceyair Wright reportedly leaves Bengals to pursue acting opportunity he 'couldn't pass up'

After starting his NFL career with the Cincinnati Bengals, rookie cornerback Ceyair Wright is reportedly trading football for Hollywood — for now. Cincinnati announced Saturday that Wright had left the team to "pursue other opportunities.

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Yahoo Sports

NFL Preseason Blitz: Deshaun Watson outplayed Shedeur Sanders vs. Bears in latest stage of Browns QB battle

Round 1 went to Deshaun Watson. The Cleveland Browns' quarterback situation remains fluid, and Shedeur Sanders will get the start in Week 2 of the preseason against the Buffalo Bills, but Watson was the better of the two quarterbacks on Saturday afternoon against the Chicago Bears.

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Yahoo Sports

Giants' Jaxson Dart checked for concussion after punishing sack, then throws jump-pass TD upon return to preseason opener

Minimizing the hits Jaxson Dart takes in his second season with the New York Giants will be key for the 2025 first-round draft pick. He weathered a massive one Saturday in a 13-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in the teams' preseason opener at MetLife Stadium.

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Yahoo Sports

NFL preseason Week 1: Bills' Josh Allen to play vs. Panthers; Bears sitting Caleb Williams, other starters vs. Browns

The opening week of the NFL preseason comes to a close on Saturday, with seven games punctuating the first sweep of exhibitions.

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Yahoo Sports

NFL preseason Week 1: Rams' Ty Simpson debuts after Josh Allen dazzles; latest chapter of Browns QB battle unfolds

Week 1 of this year's preseason is concluding with a seven-game slate on Saturday. That string of contests began with three kicking off in the early window. The Cleveland Browns' battle under center continued in Chicago, where Deshaun Watson outplayed Shedeur Sanders.

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Yahoo Sports

Seahawks reportedly make Devon Witherspoon highest-paid CB in NFL history with 4-year, $132 million extension

The Seattle Seahawks and three-time Pro Bowler Devon Witherspoon agreed to a four-year, $132 million extension on Saturday that includes more than $101 million guaranteed and makes him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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The Athletic

Why to watch the NFL preseason, plus Jeff Bezos’ first pro sports deal

Welcome to The Pulse, The Athletic's daily newsletter.

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Yahoo Sports

2026 NFL preseason: How to watch the Dallas Cowboys vs. Seattle Seahawks tonight, channel, where to stream and more

Reigning NFL champions, the Seattle Seahawks, will begin their NFL preseason schedule with a primetime game on Saturday night against the Dallas Cowboys. The matchup is scheduled to kick off at 8 p.m. ET/ 5.

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WTATennis

WTA

By the numbers: Gauff improves to 5-0 against Samsonova to reach Cincinnati third round

Coco Gauff overcame a slow start to defeat Liudmila Samsonova in three sets and reach the third round of the Cincinnati Open. The No. 4 seed will meet fellow American Ann Li next, with a spot in the round of 16 at stake.

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WTA

Six match points & 3 hours later, Janice Tjen powers into Cincinnati third round

Janice Tjen had five match points in the second set against a valiant Viktorija Golubic, but the Indonesian would have to win in the decider. In her Cincinnati debut, Tjen is into the last 32 where she will face Mirra Andreeva.

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WTA

Sabalenka rips 13 aces on hot, gusty day in Cincy to beat Gibson

Sabalenka overcame brutal heat, swirling wind and five missed match points to beat Talia Gibson in straight-sets Sunday in Cincinnati. She fired 13 aces and controlled the second‑set tiebreak to extend her streak of opening-match wins to 24.

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WTA

Sara Bejlek's four-year journey comes full circle vs. Krejcikova at Cincinnati debut

Sara Bejlek last played Barbora Krejcikova nearly four years ago at the 2023 Australian Open. Today, she defeated the Czech compatriot to advance to the third round in her debut at the Cincinnati Open.

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WTA

By the numbers: Swiatek pulls away from Arango to open Cincinnati defense

After a slow start, Toronto champion Iga Swiatek picked up her seventh straight match win by beating Emiliana Arango in Cincinnati.

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WTA

If the WTA Finals started today? Who's in, on the bubble & outside looking in

The Race to the 2026 WTA Finals at Indian Wells is tightening up. With the crown-jewel event approaching in just under three months, wtatennis.com takes a updated look at who's in, who's on the bubble and who's outside looking in.

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WTA

Former finalist Pegula, Wimbledon champion Noskova reach third round in Cincinnati

Jessica Pegula and Linda Noskova won their second-round matches at the Cincinnati Open with ease.

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WTA

Chwalinska chats hard courts, fanfare & more after Cincinnati debut

After her Cincinnati Open debut, Maja Chwalinska talked about getting her first win since Roland Garros, recovering from her ankle injury and embracing the post-Roland Garros attention.

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WTA

Eala continues hard-court surge; Chwalinska snaps skid in Cincinnati

Alexandra Eala and Maja Chwalinska advanced to the second round of the Cincinnati Open with straight-set victories on Saturday. Eala improved to 8-1 during the North American hardcourt swing, while Chwalinska earned her first win since her runner-up finish at Roland Garros.

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WTA

Top quotes from Cincinnati media day: 'I love having the target on my back'

From Aryna Sabalenka's thoughts on holding World No. 1 ranking with a tight margin to Caty McNally and Peyton Stearns' thoughts on playing their home tournament, here are the top quotes from Cincinnati media day.

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Tennis

WTA

What was the hottest shot from Toronto?

Ekaterina Alexandrova, Coco Gauff, Viktorija Golubic, Tatjana Maria and Taylor Townsend all hit jaw-dropping winners in Toronto. But which was your favorite?.

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WTA

'I didn't let that define me': How Swiatek blocked out criticism to snap an 11-month title drought

For Iga Swiatek, a quiet moment at match point opened the door to something much bigger in Canada, as an 11-month title drought gave way to newfound technical efficiency and emotional clarity.

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WTA

Arango wins 'surreal' Cincinnati match with Venus; Gibson to meet Sabalenka

Emiliana Arango beat Venus Williams in straight sets at the Cincinnati Open, earning a second-round meeting with defending champion Iga Swiatek. Talia Gibson and Oleksandra Oliynykova also advanced to face Top 10 seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Mirra Andreeva, respectively.

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WTA

Week in Review: Swiatek returns to the top step as big names shine in Toronto

Iga Swiatek snapped out of a funk with a dominant title run in Toronto, headlining a week -- and then some -- of standout performances from rising stars like Alina Korneeva and marquee battles that showcased the strength at the top of the WTA Tour in 2026.

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WTA

Rankings Watch: Swiatek returns to Top 5, Rybakina narrows gap to No. 1

Toronto champion Iga Swiatek returns to the Top 5 after a four-week absence in the latest edition of the PIF WTA Rankings, while Toronto runner-up Elena Rybakina has narrowed the gap between herself and World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka to just 54 points.

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WTA

Townsend, doubles World No. 1 Siniakova qualify for WTA Finals Indian Wells

Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend are the first to punch their tickets to the 2026 WTA Finals Indian Wells, powered by four titles in seven tournaments this season.

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WTA

Race to the WTA Finals: Rybakina takes over No. 1 after Toronto run

Elena Rybakina moves from No. 3 to No. 1, while Toronto champion Iga Swiatek climbs two spots and moves closer to the Top 8.

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WTA

Julie Haddon appointed to WTA Ventures Board of Directors

The former NFL and NWSL executive brings more than two decades of experience across sports, media and technology to WTA Ventures.

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WTA

Despite falling short in final, Rybakina sees progress in Toronto

Elena Rybakina had little left by the Toronto final, but four three-set wins and 685 minutes on court gave her plenty to take from the week.

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WTA

Siniakova and Zhang pick up where they left off to win Toronto

Top seeds Katerina Siniakova and Zhang Shuai had a winning reunion at the National Bank Open, defeating Sara Errani and Nicole Melichar-Martinez for the title.

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Rugby Union

Fox Sports

Former Wallabies coach’s new role revealed in big NRL twist

Michael Cheika is set to return to rugby union following reports he’ll be announced as the new coach of the NSW Waratahs this week.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Back in blue: Cheika set to return as Waratahs coach

Michael Cheika is in line to return to the Waratahs 12 years after leading the team to a Super Rugby title.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Two-try Tupou set to stay for Pumas, Boks duty after making history in Townsville

Taniela Tupou became the first Wallabies prop to score two tries in a game since “Wild” Bill Cerutti in 1931, and he won’t be rushing back to Paris either.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Kiss’ fingerprints quickly appearing on new-look Wallabies

Clever interplay between midfield players and some aggressive forwards are a good sign for the challenges to come in Argentina.

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The Guardian

Les Kiss reaps rewards of derring-do approach to Australia’s team selection

Issac Henry, Carlo Tizzano, Charlie Cale and Massimo de Lutiis repay faith shown by Wallabies coach and highlight squad’s strength in depth. The Wallabies have problems, but they are of the good variety.

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BBC

Wales great Jones set to join Ospreys board

Ospreys are set to announce former Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones as a new member of their board before the 2026-27 season.

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BBC

WRU condemns abuse and doubles down on three-team plan

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) states there is no prospect of the game generating enough revenue to fund four professional teams beyond 2028.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Wallabies player ratings: How the men in gold performed against Japan

Australia is yet again blessed with two outstanding openside flankers at the same time.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Pigs in muck: Wallabies forwards have a field day against Japan

In this topsy-turvy Test, Australia’s backs seemed to do all the grunt work while the forwards feasted with eight tries, continuing a successful start to the Les Kiss era.

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The Guardian

Carter Gordon impresses on return as Wallabies surge clear of Japan for dominant win

Les is proving more for the Wallabies, with new coach Les Kiss leading the side to a second consecutive victory in an eight-try 56-17 triumph over Japan in Townsville.

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Baseball

Yahoo Sports

5 takeaways from Brewers-Dodgers: Jacob Misiorowski's Cy Young statement, L.A.'s struggling newcomers and more

The two best teams in baseball squared off this weekend in a rematch of last year's NLCS. That series was a romp, a demolishing, a thorough obliteration of the scrappy Milwaukee Brewers by the juggernaut Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Yahoo Sports

Dave Roberts calls out Dodgers' poor execution after another loss to Milwaukee clinches season series for Brewers

Tarik Skubal was strong in his third start for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. But it wasn't enough for a win in the final game of a four-game series against the NL-best Milwaukee Brewers.

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Yahoo Sports

Dodgers lose again to Brewers as strong Tarik Skubal start goes to waste

Tarik Skubal was strong in his third start for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. But it wasn't enough for a win in the final game of a four-game series against the NL-best Milwaukee Brewers.

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Yahoo Sports

White Sox sweep Tigers on the road behind Munetaka Murakami's 2-run homer

The Chicago White Sox pulled off a crucial road sweep of the Detroit Tigers, delivering the final blow with a 7-5 victory on Sunday. Detroit had previously fallen to Chicago 9-5 on Friday and 4-3 on Saturday.

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Yahoo Sports

Cubs SS Dansby Swanson leaves Sunday's loss to Cardinals with left side discomfort, will go on IL

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson left Sunday's 11-4 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals in the third inning with what the team announced as "left side discomfort." After the game, Cubs manager Craig Counsell said that Swanson will be headed to the injured list.

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Yahoo Sports

Cubs' Dansby Swanson leaves game vs. Cardinals with 'left side discomfort' after swing-and-miss

Swanson left the game after swinging and missing at a 96 mph Hunter Dobbins fastball on the outside middle of the strike zone. After missing, Swanson immediately threw his helmet down and squatted outside the batter’s box in pain.

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Yahoo Sports

Cubs SS Dansby Swanson leaves Sunday's loss with 'left side discomfort,' will be added to IL and get MRI

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson left Sunday's 11-4 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals in the third inning with what the team announced as "left side discomfort." After the game, manager Craig Counsell said that Swanson will be headed to the injured list.

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Yahoo Sports

Dodgers place All-Star P Justin Wrobleski on injured list 1 day after his start in loss to Brewers

Prior to an expected return to the bullpen, Justin Wrobleski is headed to the injured list. The Dodgers announced on Sunday that Wrobleski is being placed on the 15-day injured list with left forearm inflammation.

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New York Times

Tommy John, Pitcher Who Gave His Name to Career-Saving Surgery, Dies at 83

After tearing an elbow ligament, he underwent a risky procedure and returned at his best, changing baseball and giving new hope to injured players.

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Yahoo Sports

Tommy John, longtime MLB pitcher and namesake of baseball's most important surgery, dies at 83

Tommy John, the namesake and first recipient of baseball's most important surgery, died on Sunday, the New York Yankees announced. He was 83 years old. John was reported to be entering hospice in early August, two years after he announced a battle with bladder cancer.

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MLBBaseball

The Athletic

Tommy John, the lefty known for his career-saving elbow surgery, dies at 83

In 1974, the left-hander underwent a surgical procedure that is now commonly known as "Tommy John" or “TJ.”.

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Yahoo Sports

Pirates push Paul Skenes' next start back 3 days; manager Don Kelly said decision is based on recovery time, not injury

The Pittsburgh Pirates are giving Paul Skenes a short break amid a difficult stretch during his third MLB season. Skenes was originally scheduled to start on Sunday versus the Boston Red Sox.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 18 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Red Sox lose DH Masataka Yoshida, P Justin Slaten to injured list

The Boston Red Sox will likely be without one of their hottest hitters and a top bullpen arm until September.

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Yahoo Sports

Jacob Misiorowski leads Brewers past Shohei Ohtani, Dodgers with another pitching gem

After splitting the first two games of a four-game set, Milwaukee started ace Jacob Misiorowski in Game 3, with Los Angeles countering with Justin Wrobleski.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Joshua Báez honors late father in historic Cardinals debut: 'He's super proud'

Báez introduced himself to the Cubs-Cardinals rivalry with a bang Saturday, making MLB history in the process.

The Athletic • MLB → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Mets rally from 2 runs down for 5-4 walk-off win over Nationals on Francisco Lindor single

Apparently, what the New York Mets really needed to give their lost season a jolt was to have all expectations erased at the MLB trade deadline.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Aaron Judge plays catch for first time since going on IL, Yankees still hope he can return this season

Aaron Judge playing catch normally wouldn't be a big deal, just a routine part of a baseball player's day. But Judge hasn't been able to be a baseball player since he was diagnosed with a stress fracture in his ribs in early June.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

Who exactly is Joshua Báez, the Cardinals rookie who made MLB history with 3 homers in his first 3 at-bats?

There has never, in the long and celebrated history of Major League Baseball, been a better debut than the one Cardinals outfielder Joshua Báez authored on Saturday at Wrigley Field, as Báez became the first player ever to go deep in the first three plate appearances of a career.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 1 day ago

The Athletic

Aaron Judge throws for first time as he works toward return: What it means for Yankees

"There's still healing to go," Yankees manager Aaron Boone said. "But he's at the stage where he's able to start ramping up.".

The Athletic • MLB → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Cardinals prospect Joshua Báez hits 2-run homer vs. Cubs on first major-league pitch he sees

St. Louis Cardinals rookie Joshua Báez made a strong first impression in his major-league debut on Saturday. Báez, ranked as the Cardinals' No.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 2 days ago

Golf

Fox Sports

Freak bounce can’t deny world No.1 as PGA drought ends during Rory shocker — Wrap

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.

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Fox Sports

Scheffler’s stunning day matches record as World No. 1 races clear in PGA playoff opener — Wrap

World number one Scottie Scheffler matched the course record with a nine-under par 61 to grab a three-stroke lead after Friday’s second round of the PGA St. Jude Championship.

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Fox Sports

‘Biggest challenge’ as brutal concern emerges; McIlroy’s nightmare round – PGA Wrap

Three-time major winner Jordan Spieth, trying to end a four-year victory drought, fired a seven-under par 65 to share the lead after Thursday’s first round of the PGA Tour St. Jude Championship.

Fox Sports • Golf → 3 days ago

Fox Sports

Australian golfer Jessica Bang dies after brain haemorrhage in Thailand, WPGA confirms

Australian golfer Jessica Bang has died after suffering a brain haemorrhage while in Thailand to compete in a qualifying tournament, with the WPGA Tour of Australasia confirming the 18-year-old’s death.

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Fox Sports

‘Almost resigned’: Savage LIV Golf blow imminent as major hint drops on year-ending event

LIV Golf’s already uncertain future is facing its biggest blow yet, with Jon Rahm set to quit the league following months of speculation.

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Fox Sports

‘Awful’ run puts Aussie in grave doubt as captain’s LIV wish denied: Pres Cup race explained

With the FedEx Cup playoffs beginning at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis late on Thursday night Australian time, crunch time has arrived for Presidents Cup hopefuls.

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Fox Sports

LIV’s $30m showcase scrapped in latest blow as rival tour sinks knife with crucial call

LIV Golf stars have reportedly been put on notice that their ability to freely compete on the DP World Tour is unlikely to extend beyond this season – setting up a major decision for several of golf’s biggest names ahead of 2027.

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Fox Sports

‘Why would I?’: The PGA Tour has a Rory problem... but the rest of the golf world isn’t complaining

The PGA Tour has a Rory McIlroy problem.

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Fox Sports

‘Golf felony!’: The insane true story behind ‘worst cheating scandal’... and WILD way it was exposed

A former college golfer has been identified as the man behind one of the most audacious cheating scandals you’re likely to see.

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Fox Sports

Ex-LIV star slams ‘pathetic’ PGA return as clutch $2.15m finish seals playoff miracle — Wrap

Ex-LIV Golf star Brooks Koepka described his first season back on the PGA Tour as “pretty pathetic”, while Michael Brennan won final event of the regular season, the Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club in North Carolina.

Fox Sports • Golf → 1 week ago

Miscellaneous

Front Office Sports

Scottie Scheffler Nears Tiger Woods’s Career Earnings As He Laps FedEx Field

Scottie Scheffler’s dominant performance in winning the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis powered him past Rory McIlroy and brought him about $1 million away from catching Tiger Woods for the highest career PGA Tour earnings of all time.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 12 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

Arizona State Sun Devils Celebrating 1987 Rose Bowl Win With Throwback Uniforms

The Sun Devils captured their first and only Rose Bowl victory with a 22-15 win over Michigan on New Year's Day in 1987. The post Arizona State Sun Devils Celebrating 1987 Rose Bowl Win With Throwback Uniforms appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

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Sportslogos.net

Texas A&M Aggies To Wear Camouflage Alternate Football Uniforms This Fall

The desert camouflage pattern is inspired by the uniforms worn by the Corps of Cadets, a student military organization established at the university. The post Texas A&M Aggies To Wear Camouflage Alternate Football Uniforms This Fall appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

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Sportslogos.net

Nebraska Cornhuskers Unveil New All-Black Football Uniforms For 2026 Season

This will mark the first time in program history that “Huskers” appears on the side of their helmets, which have historically featured the Stick “N.” The post Nebraska Cornhuskers Unveil New All-Black Football Uniforms For 2026 Season appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

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Sportslogos.net

Royals Unveil 2027 MLB at Field of Dreams Game Uniform, Red Sox Tease Their Logo

MLB wasted no time announcing the 2027 Field of Dreams Game, and the Royals already showed off the uniforms they'll wear, while the Red Sox left us a clue from the 1930s to decode.

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Sportslogos.net

Tampa Bay Buccaneers To Revive All-Pewter Alternate Uniforms In 2026

The Buccaneers will also wear the road version of their creamsicle throwback uniforms this season, meaning the home version is likely sidelined for the year. The post Tampa Bay Buccaneers To Revive All-Pewter Alternate Uniforms In 2026 appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

Front Office Sports

Bears Call Indiana Stadium Plans Their ‘Sole Focus’

The already-slim chances of the Bears resurrecting a stadium deal in Illinois are essentially dead as the NFL team said its developing plans in neighboring Indiana are its “sole focus.”.

Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 3 days ago

Front Office Sports

Final Year of Brandon Clarke’s NBA Contract Voided After Death

The Grizzlies won’t pay out the final year of Brandon Clarke’s contract to his estate, and the remaining money on the deal won’t count against the NBA’s salary cap. Clarke died in May at 29 after authorities found him unresponsive at a Los Angeles home in the San Fernando Valley.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 4 days ago

Sportslogos.net

A Look at the Twins, Phillies Uniforms for Tonight’s MLB Field of Dreams Game

MLB's back in the corn tonight, and we're breaking down both the Twins' 1961 and Phillies' 1939 uniforms they'll be wearing, plus a look back at every Field of Dreams uniform so far.

Sportslogos.net → 4 days ago

Front Office Sports

Terrell Owens on Losing His NFL Fortune: ‘Money Was Just Missing’

Terrell Owens earned nearly $80 million during his 15 years in the NFL. But before his playing career was over, he says he discovered that much of the money he thought he had was gone.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 4 days ago

NBLBasketball

NBL

How Lindsay Gaze became "the basketball god"

Andrew Gaze is brought to tears as he watches teammates and friends talk about the impact of his father Lindsay. Not just on their basketball careers, but their lives.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Gaze: The First Family of Australian Basketball Documentary

A true legend of Australian basketball - a two-time champion and three-time NBL Coach of the Year, inducted into both the Australian Basketball Hall of Fame and the FIBA Hall of Fame - Lindsay Gaze.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Why Ingles is still all in, 17 years after his last NBL title

Joe Ingles will happily walk away from basketball the day he loses the passion for it, or feels he can't contribute to the team. But until then, he's all in.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Towering ambition: Morin ready to dominate the paint

With basketball experience spanning France, the United States, Spain and Japan, Yannis Morin brings a well-travelled resume to Australia. The French forward joins the South East Melbourne Phoenix as the third piece in an entirely new import trio for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

WATCH: South East Melbourne Phoenix vs Saint Mary's Gaels

The South East Melbourne Phoenix are set to take on United States college side, the Saint Mary's Gaels, this Sunday from . 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 → 2 days ago

NBL

"As good as it's ever been": Giddey's big Boomers call

Chicago Bulls guard and Boomers star Josh Giddey says Australian basketball talent is "as good as it's ever been," and expects the national team to make a big impact at next year's FIBA World Cup.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

United's newest star reveals the Ingles pitch he couldn't refuse

Star Melbourne United signing Cole Anthony says Joe Ingles played a key role in bringing him to Australia. Ingles himself was one of United's marquee off-season signings, but landing Anthony, still very much in his prime, was a huge coup among a new-look squad.

NBL → 3 days ago

NBL

IQ test: United's smarts already shining through

He may have only been in Melbourne for 48 hours, but United recruit Josh Oduro is already impressed by the level of play among the playing group.

NBL → 3 days ago

NBL

Three-time champion signs with Taipans

The Cairns Taipans announced on Saturday the signing of three-time NBL champion Jaylin Galloway on a one-year deal. Galloway, who hinted that fans would see a better version of 'FIBA Galloway' next season, will team up with his older brother Kyrin, who has spent the past two campaigns in Cairns.

NBL → 3 days ago

NBL

Closest MVP race yet? Experts split as new challengers arrive

The Hungry Jack's NBL26 MVP race was one of the tightest in League history, with Adelaide's Bryce Cotton edging Sydney's Kendric Davis by just two votes for the crown - the second straight year Davis has been pipped for the top individual accolade by the six-time winner.

NBL → 3 days ago

Ice Hockey

The Athletic

'Hockey Night in Canada: Punjabi Edition' ends after 18-year television run

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

The Athletic • NHL → 3 days ago

The Athletic

USA Hockey goaltending symposium continues wave of momentum for American netminders

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

The Athletic • NHL → 3 days ago

The Athletic

Want to be a great leader? We asked 11 pro athletes to share the trait that matters most

From Jayden Daniels to Mikaela Shiffrin, we asked pro athletes: What's the single most important trait for a leader to have?.

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The Athletic

Peter Maher, Flames play-by-play voice and Hockey Hall of Famer, dies at 79

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.

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The Athletic

Can an NHL offer sheet include a no-trade clause? Summer minutiae for diehards

Let's dive into an important detail hiding in plain sight that a lot of fans aren't clear about.

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The Athletic

Why a board game is popping up across the NBA, NHL, and NFL

Catan, one of the world's most popular board games, is hoping to lure in sports fans with a growing number of partnerships.

The Athletic • NBA → 4 days ago

New York Times

Come for the Cottage in ‘Heated Rivalry.’ Stay for Everything Else.

The chance to see the hideaway from the hit queer hockey romance lured me to Canada’s cottage country. But it was the glistening lakes and weep-worthy sunsets that won me over.

New York Times • NHL → 4 days ago

The Athletic

Hockey Canada issues update on suspensions for 5 players acquitted of sexual assault charges

Alex Formenton has been reinstated immediately, while Cal Foote, Carter Hart, Dillon Dubé and Michael McLeod remain suspended.

The Athletic • NHL → 5 days ago

The Athletic

The last days of Da Beauty League: A Minnesota institution, remembered by the beauties behind it

From its chaotic early days to featuring more than 100 NHL players, those involved tell the untold stories of a unique summer league.

The Athletic • NHL → 5 days ago

The Athletic

Who wins an all-time roster battle of NHL stars based on how many Stanley Cups they won?

As Connor McDavid can attest, it's not easy to win the Stanley Cup. But does that make for a real advantage in terms of player quality?.

The Athletic • NHL → 5 days ago

NHLIce Hockey

The Athletic

Why I’m excited to be The Athletic’s Edmonton Oilers beat reporter and what I'll be covering

Introducing our new Oilers reporter, and the three storylines he's most excited to cover this season.

The Athletic • NHL → 6 days ago

The Athletic

Hockey Hall of Fame tiers, 2026 edition: Which active NHL stars are headed for induction?

For a third consecutive year, we examine the top tier of NHL players to predict who could wind up elected to hockey's greatest honor.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

The Athletic

2027 NHL Draft ranking: Landon DuPont leads Scott Wheeler's preseason top 32 list

With the Hlinka Gretzky Cup complete, the latest ranking features a star Canadian and the best Russian draft class in years.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

The Athletic

High-level hockey training exercises that regular people (like me) shouldn't try

Ken Whittier trains some of the world's fastest, strongest hockey pros. I want to lift my lawn mower from the basement without injury.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

The Athletic

New Jersey Devils GM Sunny Mehta, ex-poker pro, hopes small roster bets lead to big payoffs

Mehta won two Stanley Cup titles in the Florida Panthers' front office, in part by helping them nail seemingly minor moves.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

The Athletic

The art of the deal: Who has Winnipeg's best and worst contracts?

Which players have Winnipeg's best and worst contracts? Which ones are the most difficult to project?.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

The Athletic

The NHL fan experience is changing: 20,000 fans weigh in on streaming, radio and more

A lot has changed in the NHL over the past decade. Has it been for better or for worse?.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

The Athletic

The Contrarian: The Canadiens’ cap situation is bad, and other fake NHL arguments

Plus: The puck-over-glass penalty is actually a good thing, and the Whalers' Ron Francis trade gets an unfairly bad rap.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 week ago

The Athletic

The big takeaways from our massive NHL fan survey

The majority of the more than 20,000 respondents to our fan survey were downright bullish on the NHL.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 weeks ago

The Athletic

This Week in Sports Trivia: August 6, 2026

How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.

The Athletic • NBA → 2 weeks ago

MotoGPMotorsport

MotoGP

Seven and counting: MotoGP’s 2026 winners list keeps growing

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

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Rio de Janeiro selected to host MotoGP 2027 Season Launch

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

MotoGP → 6 days ago

MotoGP

Silverstone’s streak: Fernandez makes it 12 winners from 12 races

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 → 6 days ago

MotoGP

Talking Points: "I used this frustration to be faster"

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

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

MotoGP Charity Two Wheels for Life raises a record-setting €234,000 at GP of Champions

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

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

Flawless Fernandez flies to victory at Silverstone

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 → 1 week ago

MotoGP

Martin soars to Silverstone Saturday gold as Aprilia clinch first Sprint 1-2-3

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

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

Martin denies Fernandez in duel for lap record pole at Silverstone

The Championship leader snatches pole by just 0.021 to become the eighth polesitter in eight Grands Prix at Silverstone.

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

Geoff Duke’s Hall of Fame medal presented on the Sprint grid at Silverstone

The four-time MotoGP champion’s son receives the medal honouring Duke’s incredible achievements.

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

Marks on Fernandez, Ogura, and the rise of Trackhouse: “A new project unlocks potential – the challenge is maintaining it”

The team owner had plenty to say in pitlane on Friday, giving some interesting insight into the team’s rise, riders and ambition.

MotoGP → 1 week ago

WNBABasketball

Andscape

Mychal ‘the Librarian’ Threets embraces his passions for books and women’s basketball to promote both

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 → 5 days ago

Andscape

GRWM: Here are ESPN analyst Monica McNutt’s must-have items for WNBA All-Star Weekend

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 → 3 weeks ago

Andscape

For Golden State Valkyries’ Veronica Burton, finding her peace is the key to making progress on the court

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 → 4 weeks ago

Andscape

‘I feel like I’ve been smiling all day’: First WNBA All-Star Game was awash in pomp and circumstance

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 → 4 weeks ago

Andscape

For Teresa Weatherspoon, mentoring the next generation of WNBA stars is a passion and privilege

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 → 4 weeks ago

Andscape

Five years after Paige Bueckers used an ESPYS speech to uplift Black women, her message is still the same

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 → 1 month ago

Andscape

Jas Bell is turning Fever and Pacers merch into cultural currency

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

Andscape

For WNBA players of African descent, deciding what name to go by is a choice born of pride, preservation

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

Andscape

Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton: ‘These are the moments I prayed for’

During her fifth season in the WNBA, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton will share a look into her life on and off the court in a monthly video diary on Andscape. Golden State Valkyries point guard Veronica Burton’s path to becoming a WNBA starter wasn’t linear.

Andscape • WNBA → 2 months ago

A-LeagueFootball

Fox Sports

‘Coming undone’: Disastrous A-League sign as own goals spark horror twin ‘Cupsets’

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 → 5 days ago

The Guardian

Players hit out at A-Leagues’ conduct over pay offer: ‘Continues to erode trust’

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 → 2 weeks ago

The Guardian

Xabi Alonso plays down Welbeck and Henderson moves after Chelsea win

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 → 3 weeks ago

The Guardian

Canberra United’s A-League Women future secured as date set for Men’s team entry

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

The Guardian

Strike action threatens new A-League season as post-World Cup glow again fades too fast

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

The Guardian

Sydney FC blunted as Auckland FC claim historic A-League Men championship title

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

Fox Sports

From scapegoat to hero: Incredible scenes as Corica makes history in Auckland FC triumph

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.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 months ago

The Guardian

Sydney out to spoil Auckland party in first trans-Tasman A-League Men grand final

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

The Guardian

Juan Mata, 38, named A-League’s best player: ‘Again I fell in love with football’

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

Netball

ABC Sport

Netball's uniform debacle hints at bigger problem for women in sport

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 → 2 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Pay war on ice as Australia's netball stars sign truce

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 → 2 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds win bronze medal with an eye to greater things for netball

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 → 2 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Pure shock as Diamonds fumble Australia's most anticipated gold medal

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 → 2 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Torquay netballers face decade wait for crucial facilities

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

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds disappointed Glasgow games only live on Seven's streaming service

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 → 3 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Even Diamonds were cheering for Tonga in the Comm Games netball opener

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 → 3 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Netball agents frustrated as pay talks roll into Glasgow 2026

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

ABC Sport • Netball → 4 weeks ago

ABC Sport

Why netball is growing into a sport of choice for men and boys

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 → 4 weeks ago

ABC Sport

The sledge that helped lighten Diamonds camp after brutal grand final

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