Kaia's maiden ton, Madhevere and Ervine's fifties extend Zimbabwe's dominance
After Zimbabwe were bowled out for 410, with Taijul picking up a seven-for, Bangladesh lost Shadman in the second innings.
After Zimbabwe were bowled out for 410, with Taijul picking up a seven-for, Bangladesh lost Shadman in the second innings.
Pep Guardiola passes the baton on to Enzo Maresca, but why have Manchester City chosen the Italian as the Spaniard's replacement?.
The Welsh Rugby Union delays revealing the details of how it plans to cut a professional men's side by 2028.
Head coach says he's still energised by role, despite overseeing seven defeats in nine Tests.
Brook taking over Test captaincy could lead to him giving up role in one of white-ball formats.
LeBron James is approaching this free agency considerably differently than he has in all of his previous ones. James didn't enter the offseason as his own team's top priority as the Los Angeles Lakers first came to an agreement with Austin Reaves.
Day'Ron Sharpe and the Brooklyn Nets have agreed to a two-year, $20 million contract. The Nets declined their $6.25 million team option on Sharpe to agree to terms on a new contract that runs through the 2027-28 season.
Football officials say it will cost £150m to deliver the facilities the game needs across Wales amid a surge in participation figures across the country.
Josh Minott has agreed to sign a two-year, $9 million contract with the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets declined their team option on Minott for the 2026-27 season worth $2.58 million to setup his new contract.
Major League Cricket featuring Steve Smith and Peter Siddle arrives in town to the delight of travelling World Cup fans filling time before last 32. Australian cricketer Peter Siddle knows the United States well. The last few days, however, have been different.
Williams will sport a Union Jack-inspired livery at the upcoming British Grand Prix.
There are six sprint races in the 2026 season and here is all you need to know about how the format works.
Carlos Sainz claims Williams's performance in the Austrian Grand Prix was "still not good enough", after the Spaniard was forced to retire from last weekend's race.
George Russell found his way back to the top spot with an impressive victory in a thrilling Austrian Grand Prix, but as he sunk some champagne, many of his rivals were itching to escape after wilting in the heat. Lawrence Barretto selects his winners and losers from the Red Bull Ring.
Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff believes that Ferrari might "be running out of cost cap soon" as the Scuderia continue to bring upgrades to its 2026 challenger.
A significant upgrade package helped Red Bull fly at their home event in Austria, where Max Verstappen achieved a season-best result of P2.
Just two weeks on from their victory in Barcelona, Ferrari faced a more challenging weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix. Team Principal Fred Vasseur has shared an insight into why the team struggled on Sunday at the Red Bull Ring.
Audi’s Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg narrowly missed out on scoring points at the Austrian Grand Prix.
It was another solid outcome for Racing Bulls at the Austrian Grand Prix, with Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad taking home double points for the team.
Max Verstappen fears this weekend’s British Grand Prix may fall flat, arguing that the new Formula One regulations will leave teams struggling to perform on what is considered one of the great circuits of the season.
Michael Lamonato examines how the key pillar of George Russell's victory in Austria was a 27-second window around 24 hours earlier...
George Russell returned to winning ways at the Red Bull Ring, cutting into Mercedes team mate Kimi Antonelli’s lead at the top of the championship standings.
The Mercedes star returned to the top of the podium for the first time since the season-opener in Australia.
BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson says the manner of George Russell's victory in the Austrian Grand Prix will the give the Mercedes driver confidence heading into his home race at Silverstone.
All the key BBC coverage details for the British Grand Prix, which takes place from 3-5 July.
After winning the Austrian Grand Prix, George Russell has another victory to his name in 2026, and the relief in him was almost palpable, says Andrew Benson.
. Lewis Hamilton said Ferrari’s underwhelming performance at the Austrian Grand Prix represented a reality check for him and the team after the euphoria of his first win with the Scuderia at the last round in Spain.
Sergio Perez has stated "we cannot have these sort of issues" as both he and Cadillac team mate Valtteri Bottas were forced out of the Austrian Grand Prix in the opening laps with brake problems.
McLaren's Oscar Piastri was pleased to finish ahead of both Ferraris at the Austrian Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton admits "I don't know why we were so slow today" after the Ferrari driver could only finish fifth in Sunday's Austrian Grand Prix.
Sandro Mamukelashvili has declined his $2.8 million player option for the 2026-27 season with the Toronto Raptors. Mamukelashvili is expected to receive significant interest as an unrestricted free agent.
Green's rebounding and assist numbers were his lowest in more than a decade, but he remains an impact player on the defensive end.
Draymond Green is reportedly declining his $27.7 million option with the Golden State Warriors, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
Former Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley was reportedly indicted Monday on federal charges related to a sports-betting scheme, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Draymond Green is declining his $27.7 million player option for the 2026-27 season with the Golden State Warriors. This move is freeing up flexibility for the Warriors, who are pursuing paths to add LeBron James and Anthony Davis this season.
Beasley is a former first-round draft pick and nine-year NBA veteran. Davis played for eight teams, ending in 2021-22.
Zach LaVine is picking up his $48.9 million player option with the Sacramento Kings. LaVine will now be under contract for one more year with Sacramento. LaVine was acquired by the Kings from the Chicago Bulls are the 2025 trade deadline.
The veteran point guard missed the entire 2025-26 season with a torn ACL, and his steady presence was sorely missed by the Rockets.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden is declining his $42.3 million player option for the 2026-27 season. The Cavs and Harden are working on a new multi-year deal. Harden's contract would have become partially guaranteed for just over $13 million had he opted in for next season.
James Harden would like to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers next season, but wants a long-term deal to make that a reality. Because of that, Harden reportedly declined his one-year, $42.3 million option with the team, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
The Cavaliers are expected to agree on a new long-term deal with Harden that'll lower his annual salary but provide more guaranteed money.
Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet is picking up his $25 million option for the 2026-27. VanVleet missed all of last season due to a torn ACL in his right knee. He's expected to be healthy for the start of next season.
The cards of two of those best modern cards in their respective sports.
Our experts suggest some big trades, including a couple of ideas for the Raptors and a one-for-one deal in the Western Conference.
The New York Knicks could sign Kevon Looney should they lose Mitchell Robinson to free agency, sources told Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Looney's team option was recently declined by the Pelicans. Robinson is drawing interest from the Nets and Lakers.
The Los Angeles Clippers have not been actively shopping Kawhi Leonard, sources told Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.
The Miami Heat are shopping Nikola Jovic in order to make room to sign Norman Powell, sources told Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo! Sports. Jovic is entering the first year of a four-year, $62 million deal. The Heat would likely have to add draft capital in order to trade Jovic.
The Golden State Warriors are looking to trade for Anthony Davis and then sign LeBron James, sources told Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo! Sports. Any trade for Davis would include Jimmy Butler, who is on an expiring $57 million deal.
Arsenal head of sports science performance Tom Allen is the latest member of the club's backroom team set to leave the club.
Rossi is set to head to Liga MX after a productive second stint in MLS.
Rob Edwards turns down an approach from Burnley, leaving the Clarets still looking for a new manager.
The Republic of Ireland's Nations League fixture with Israel will be played in Serbia after being moved from Dublin.
Some Scotland fans are dreaming of David Moyes or Ange Postecoglou replacing Steve Clarke, but could either man be a realistic prospect?.
Australian international Sam Kerr has joined Gotham FC on a four-year deal following her departure from Chelsea.
The 2026 World Cup has been an amazing story for African football - while Asia has been left to reflect on failure.
Player recovery and the technological advances to aid it are a big part of any team's World Cup process. We experienced it firsthand.
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Chris Richards winced when he heard that the U.S. men's national team has lost 10 straight matches against European opponents. “Damn, I didn't know that,” the coolheaded U.S. defender said.
The Italian's appointment has not been met with universal approval by the fanbase, so making a good early impression will be important.
England captain Ben Stokes has rejects suggestions he could reverse his international retirement for next year's Ashes, saying he is "done".
In nine World Cups, Australia have qualified for the final seven times.
"Pressure off our shoulders," says WI captain on facing high-flying Australia at The Oval in Tuesday's semi-final.
Australia hold a considerable edge over them but semi-final dynamics mean that may not matter as much.
New Zealand won a Test series in England for the fourth time by wrapping up a 160-run victory in the third Test at Trent Bridge on Monday, bringing an end to the international career of England’s captain, Ben Stokes.
Ben Stokes’ storied England career ends in a series defeat by New Zealand, who wrap up the third and deciding Test on the final day in Nottingham.
Root run-out showcases brilliance of tourists as they claim 2-1 victory to spoil Stokes' farewell.
They sealed their berths as they were the highest-placed eligible finishers from Oceania, Asia, Africa and Europe, respectively, in the Women's T20 World Cup.
Hampshire fast bowler Sonny Baker says Kyle Abbott's mentorship helped him on his journey to becoming an England Test player.
Australia men in box seat for LA28 spot as women locked in for a chance to add Olympic Gold to their Comm Games medals.
Enzo Maresca signs three-year Manchester City deal after agreeing to pay compensation to former club Chelsea.
The Italian will replace Pep Guardiola in the dugout this summer.
The goalkeepers at this World Cup have been up against a total of 4,976 regular penalties, saving 17.2 per cent — but who is best?.
A World Cup split across three countries and multiple time zones has made it a challenge to follow. But there is a way...
The biggest World Cup in history is in full flow, as are some of the biggest stars. So where do they rank in value according to the data?.
Canada are into the last 16 but will the knockout round signal the end of the goal rush? Will Neymar make his mark?.
Hotaru Yamaguchi, Hiroshi Kiyotake and Yosuke Ideguchi taking on 100 schoolchildren on a full-sized football pitch may be in evidence today.
The West Ham and Netherlands winger is a terrifying dribbler, although his shooting is sometimes wayward.
The Athletic joins Norway's three chefs in the kitchen to find out how they source and prepare food for the team.
Japan play Brazil in a World Cup knockout game and the country owes much of its international success to one of Brazil's greatest players.
Mananchaya Sawangkaew became the first Thai player to win a match at Wimbledon in eight years after pulling off a comeback upset over Roland Garros finalist Maja Chwalinska, who suffered an ill-timed slip up match point.
Jessica Pegula and Iva Jovic both recovered from challenging opening sets to begin their Wimbledon campaigns with straight-set victories.
Bad Homburg champion Karolina Muchova returns to the Top 10, while Eastbourne winner Madison Keys climbs back into the Top 25 in the latest PIF WTA Rankings.
British No. 1 Emma Raducanu will not play Wimbledon this year due to a stress fracture in her lower leg, she announced late Sunday evening ahead of the start of the tournament.
British 17-year-old wild cards Mika Stojsavljevic and Hannah Klugman will both face former Top 5 opponents in the Wimbledon first round -- Belinda Bencic and Barbora Krejcikova respectively. That's where the similarities end between the rising stars.
Diana Shnaider reached her first career Grand Slam semifinal at Roland Garros a few weeks ago, but she's put the run behind her, and Shnaider is only focused on the 2026 Wimbledon Championships ahead of her.
Four years after her head-turning upset of Simona Halep at the 2022 US Open, Daria Snigur has turned the corner and broken into the Top 100 in 2026. But ahead of taking on Ukrainian compatriot Elina Svitolina at Wimbledon, she explained that her biggest dream is to live in Kyiv again.
Great Britian's Alicia Dudeney is making her Grand Slam debut as a wild card Wimbledon, and just made her WTA Tour main-draw debut in Nottingham. From her collegiate tennis journey to a dream come true and more, get to know the 23-year-old.
Several WTA stars took questions from the media Saturday ahead of the 2026 Wimbledon Championships, which get underway Monday. Here are some of the standout moments.
It's been two years since Barbora Krejcikova won her second career Grand Slam title at Wimbledon. Ahead of this year's Championships, the Czech sat down with wtatennis.com to chat that momentous title, her 2026 season, and more.
Serena Williams delayed a decision on whether to make her comeback at Wimbledon to the last minute, mindful she might not yet be ready to deliver at the highest level yet in tennis.
Wimbledon begins on Monday night (AEST) with the revered championship receiving a burst of publicity when it was revealed Serena Williams would accept a wildcard into the tournament in her comeback to tennis.
Defending Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek is returning with low expectations after limited grass-court preparation, aiming to rediscover last year's confidence and rhythm despite the challenge of defending her title.
Maja Chwalinska's run to the Roland Garros final made her one of the sport's biggest stories. Now the Wimbledon No. 20 seed is learning how to navigate the attention that comes with it.
No. 2 seed Madison Keys defeated Germany's Tatjana Maria in straight sets to capture another Lexus Eastbourne Open title, joining Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova as the only players to win the event at least three times.
Chris Evert's absence was deeply felt after surgery earlier in the week, but her heartfelt message underscored the documentary's themes of friendship, rivalry and perseverance.
The five players making their Grand Slam debuts at Wimbledon 2026 include 2024 girls' doubles champion Tyra Caterina Grant, former junior No. 4 Teodora Kostovic and Lina Gjorcheska, the first player from North Macedonia to reach a Grand Slam main draw.
The first round of Wimbledon is loaded with must-see matches, including Serena Williams' return, a battle between two former Top 10 player and Iga Swiatek's opening match of her title defense.
Karolina Muchova secured her third career title and second of the season after Naomi Osaka was forced to retire early in the second set, ending an impressive week just before Wimbledon.
Maya Joint grew up idolizing Serena Williams. Now she'll face the seven-time Wimbledon champion in the first round. Here's what Joint had to say, plus key stats, career highlights and five things to know before Tuesday's match.
Other NFL team previews: 32. Dolphins | 31. Jets | 30. Cardinals | 29. Browns | 28. Titans Cam Ward got a pass for his rookie season. Most quarterbacks have no idea what that's like. Ward, the first overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, had some hideous stats last season.
Former Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson has ALS. The running back revealed his diagnosis during an interview with Michael Strahan on "Good Morning America" on Monday. Johnson, 40, said he was diagnosed with the disease — also known as Lou Gehrig's disease — last year.
Former Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson has ALS. The running back revealed his diagnosis during an interview with Michael Strahan on “Good Morning America” on Monday. Johnson, 40, said he was diagnosed with the disease — also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease — last year.
Now that NFL rosters have been largely built, let’s examine who got better and who got worse. The Rams and Ravens have taken a step forward.
The Hall of Fame running back, who was accused of murdering his former wife and another person, was added to Buffalo's Wall of Fame in 1980.
The Buffalo Bills are making the move to their new Highmark Stadium after five decades at Ralph Wilson Stadium. They aren't taking O.J. Simpson with them.
Brandon Aiyuk continues to publicly push for a separation from the San Francisco 49ers and a move to the Washington Commanders amid a contract dispute.
Two things happened that Major League Baseball and the NFL — surprise, surprise — handled correctly. What are the odds?.
George Kittle took to X to celebrate the first goal the United States men's national team scored during the 2026 World Cup. A minute later, the seven-time Pro Bowl San Francisco 49ers tight end shared something else that was on his mind.
The quarterback was denied entry into the NFL supplemental draft earlier this week.
Our writers explore several notable sporting milestones that could potentially be eclipsed in the near future.
Other NFL team previews: 32. Dolphins | 31. Jets | 30. Cardinals | 29. Browns | 28. Titans Regardless of whether you think the Cleveland Browns did well with the Myles Garrett trade, it should've been a moment of self-reflection for the franchise.
Every NFL stop for "Ceedy Duce" adds to his reputation. He explains how that reputation was built — and why he thinks it's incomplete.
World Cup players include both huge NFL fans and an NFL son, plus the final (for now) Brendan Sorsby news and more.
The 2027 draft class could have several big-name quarterbacks at the top, but its depth goes far beyond the QBs.
Martin's parents allege that the ex-Buccaneer and Raider died at the hands of police, and the paramedics' slow response to calls for care.
Other NFL team previews: 32. Dolphins | 31. Jets | 30. Cardinals | 29. Browns | 28. Titans The Arizona Cardinals just kind of exist, mainly as filler for Fox as it finds secondary games for the late Sunday afternoon slot.
Dart finished fourth in Offensive Rookie of the Year voting last season.
Arnold participated in the Lions' minicamp this month, when he declined to go into detail on his off-the-field issues.
So ex-college quarterback Brendan Sorsby suddenly finds himself with a year off, an unexpected interlude between the rigors of college and the pressures of a real job.
When Lauren Vincent, a grant writer from Boston, Massachusetts, went on the gameshow Jeopardy! to pursue her televised trivia dreams, she probably did not imagine that one of her errant responses would inspire a Minor League Baseball team’s alternate identity.
Our series that names the best and worst uniforms in every NFL franchise's history continues with a look at the AFC South. The post The Best, Worst Uniforms In Every NFL Team’s History: AFC South Edition appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
One of the English Premier League‘s highest-profile clubs has quietly started to roll out a new crest. Over the weekend and without much fanfare, Chelsea FC changed the profile pictures on their social media channels, revealing a new crest with a new font and simplified elements.
The Single-A Dunedin Blue Jays, an affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays in the Florida State League, will play select games this season wearing jerseys that feature their home state’s often colorful weather radar maps.
With the soccer world having been focused on the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the past couple of weeks, the usual monsoon of European club kit unveilings has slowed to a trickle.
The Macon Bacon, a collegiate summer level baseball team in the Coastal Plain League, will celebrate their hometown’s claim to the title “Cherry Blossom Capital of the World” when they play tonight’s game as the Macon Cherry Bombs.
Nike is reportedly considering a significant strategic shift in the way it will allow products to be sold online in China, and some industry analysts aren’t convinced it’s a smart move.
The Las Vegas Aviators, Triple-A affiliate of the Athletics in the Pacific Coast League, are attempting to re-write the headlines about baseball in their hometown.
Our series that names the best and worst uniforms in every NFL franchise's history continues with a look at the AFC North. The post The Best, Worst Uniforms In Every NFL Team’s History: AFC North Edition appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
A storied Spanish soccer club is returning the country’s top league with a refreshed crest and a slight but significant change to their name.
Now that group stages are complete and FIFA World Cup games are moving into the Round of 32, we officially know who will be in the running to play Philadelphia's July 4 game.
The United States reached the 1930 World Cup semi-finals without Stark. Imagine if the country's greatest goalscorer had gone with them...
Alaska is a soccer outpost – The Athletic went there to speak to the people trying to change that.
Our writers dissect the major talking points as Canada's men score in stoppage time to reach the last 16 for the first time.
The legendary striker is a free agent after leaving Barcelona.
Bombshell!. Free in two days and at the end of his contract with FC Barcelona, Robert Lewandowski is set to leave Europe!. Fabrizio Romano announced this Sunday evening that the Polish striker will join MLS, and more specifically the Chicago Fire franchise!. An agreement has been reached; he will sign his contract in the coming weeks, and everything is finalized.
The international transfer market is witnessing a historic move. Legendary Polish striker Robert Lewandowski has reached a full agreement to become the new franchise player for the Chicago Fire, marking the beginning of an unprecedented chapter in his successful professional career.
As the group stage comes to a close, we take another look at the players who have shone brightest in this World Cup so far.
Esmir Bajraktarević was born in Wisconsin, but it's where he's truly from — and what his family overcame — that determined his national team.
Analysis of Argentina's victory in their final World Cup group game, against Jordan in Dallas.
Bryce Harper was mercilessly booed. Matt Olson got a warm welcome. Kevin Gausman didn't get a video tribute. What awaits Bichette?.
MLB clubs have spent months planning promotions tied to the World Cup to court soccer fans, resulting in a number of attendance spikes.
Sometimes an argument over a hit-by-pitch might be about more than just a hit-by-pitch. Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor and Cleveland Guardians catcher Austin Hedges, who are former teammates, got into it during the sixth inning of Sunday's game, a 6-5 Guardians win.
Sometimes an argument over a hit-by-pitch might be about more than just a hit-by-pitch. Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor and Cleveland Guardians catcher Austin Hedges, who are former teammates, got into it during the sixth inning of Sunday's game, a 6-5 Guardians win.
The Yankees inserted Anthony Volpe at shortstop, then shifted José Caballero to second base for the remainder of the game.
Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford is returning to the injured list with a left hamstring strain, manager Skip Schumaker told reporters on Sunday. Langford, 24, was scratched from the lineup right before Saturday's 7-4 win over the Toronto Blue Jays.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers plan to activate outfielder Teoscar Hernández from the injured list for Monday's game in Sacramento, manager Dave Roberts told reporters. Hernández, 33, has been on the IL since May 29 with a Grade 1 left hamstring strain.
Days after the Washington Wizards made AJ Dybantsa the No. 1 overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Boston native threw out the first pitch before the Boston Red Sox's game vs. the New York Yankees at Fenway Park on Saturday.
Jonah, the 6-year-old cunucu that went viral this week for showing his disappointment that another dog was enjoying a hot dog during a Miami Marlins game, has been found and will get his own "dream day," the team said.
Minasian’s loyalty to Moreno was what kept him employed so long. It wasn't the prospect of a better future. .
The Athletic spoke to more than a dozen people within the organization about the troubled the state of the team.
The Athletic spoke to more than a dozen people within the organization about the troubled the state of the team.
Houston is desperate for offense, but it's fair to wonder whether the bullpen can sustain its current workload.
Arroyo pitched for 16 years in Major League Baseball with four teams.
Green will resume his job as the Mets’ farm director after this season.
It is an uneasy time in Queens these days, with the New York Mets on track for another losing season, their manager fired and the team rebuffing calls to fire its top baseball executive. That doesn't mean there aren't reasons for laughter, like the unfortunate timing of one Mr. Met.
Former St. Louis Cardinals executive John Mozeliak will take over for Minasian on an interim basis.
The Los Angeles Angels fired general manager Perry Minasian on Friday, ending a tenure that saw the franchise continuously wallow below .500. Former St.
The hardest-throwing starting pitcher ever is 0.4 mph away from becoming the hardest-throwing pitcher ever.
It's a hefty raise for Malenstyn, who just played the final season of a two-year contract worth $1.35 million per year.
Ryan Miller went from a law graduate to the Blues' assistant general manager and wears many hats within the organization.
The gap between the draft and the opening of free agency is often quiet, but not always. A decade ago today, it was anything but.
Lost track of which teams actually have money to spend once free agency comes around on July 1? We've got you covered.
This year's free agent class is pretty dry with so many extensions. Which other players might take themselves off the market this season?.
Vladar won 29 games in his first season in Philadelphia, then posted another four wins (including a 42-save shutout) in the playoffs.
The Blue Jackets are now reluctantly listening to trade offers. Which teams might fit both their criteria and Werenski's?.
Let's just say the San Jose Sharks did something big with their seventh-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. With the 201st overall pick, San Jose selected defenseman Alexander Karmanov out of Moldova.
Both Yzerman and Larkin's agent, Pat Brisson, spoke on the subject of Larkin's trade request for the first time Saturday.
Which NHL teams outperformed where they selected, and which underperformed?.
These are the top players who weren't selected in the 2026 NHL Draft, according to Scott Wheeler.
Corey Pronman delivers his verdict on which teams had great drafts and which ones didn't.
The Hurricanes don't have an agreement to sign Carlson and traded for the ability to speak with the veteran defenseman before free agency.
At long last, the Brandon Carlo trade nightmare is over in Toronto.
The Leafs received a pair of third-round picks, a markedly lower return than the cost to acquire the defenseman at the 2025 trade deadline.
The Stars, Flyers, Sharks and Hurricanes are among those already showing interest, and Werenski might consider a deal to the Maple Leafs.
Like Auston Matthews a decade ago, Gavin McKenna's arrival in Toronto will be met with hope and huge expectations.
The Athletic embedded with the top prospect on his family's 2,500-acre farm as the Calgary Flames picked Carels at No. 6.
Scott Wheeler's pick-by-pick breakdown of the entire first round of the 2026 NHL Draft.
Detroit drafted JP Hurlbert with the pick, who brings a much-needed injection of creativity into the Red Wings' pipeline. .
Warrington say centre Arron Lindop's knee injury is not as bad as coach Sam Burgess first feared.
Reports of player unrest under Michael Maguire at the Broncos are only intensifying amid fears of a mass exodus with the details of an “emotional” team meeting revealed.
Despite being named on the bench for the Origin decider, there are whispers that Cam Murray will start for the Blues at Suncorp Stadium.
Tim Brasher played a huge role in Jack Bostock’s early career. So it was fitting that the two came face to face on Monday night at a function to honour the victorious NSW side of 30 years ago.
Returning Blues back-rower Haumole Olakau’atu has revealed what NSW coach Laurie Daley told him after his shock axing from game two of State of Origin.
Liam Martin is determined to make up for lost time in his NSW return for next week's State of Origin decider.
Billy Slater says he will not sign another contract to be Queensland State of Origin coach, but that does not mean he will not continue in the role.
The countdown to the State of Origin decider is on, and Billy Slater takes us inside Queensland camp.
Raiders star Hudson Young says Ricky Stuart is the best coach to help Savelio Tamale return to his best after the youngster was hooked on Sunday afternoon during a brutal first half against the Dragons.
Brandon Smith has reignited his bid for a World Cup jersey as competition with Jeremy Marshall-King and Phoenix Crossland heats up for the Kiwis hooking role.
The controversial Opening Round is still in the plans at this point in time for the next season, even if it means that the finals series could lose key venues due to the Rugby World Cup.
One of Fox Footy’s most treasured possessions, the ‘Premiership Window’, is back from its mid-season bye — and it tells us there’s only three teams we should have right now as genuine flag contenders.
Essendon’s “deplorable” on-field flaws have been exposed once again this season, as the club continues its hunt for their next head coach after the departure of Brad Scott.
Tom De Koning is looking at a lengthy layoff while Jack Sinclair seems likely to miss most, if not all, of the season.
Ty Gallop is the Telstra AFL Rising Star for round 16.
Fremantle is using in-game time management rather than giving players games off.
Coach Steven King confirmed the settlement on Monday night. Meantime, Geelong coach Chris Scott said there were limits to how much the Cats can support Tyson Stengle, and AFLW champion Chelsea Randall has been forced to retire.
Like West Coast, the Magpies have invested in property that they will rent to their players and staff.
The young generation at GWS is being forced into bigger roles sooner, and Phoenix Gothard is relishing the situation.
Eagles defender Harry Edwards faced an AFL Concussion Panel last week.
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
South Australia banked another win, while Queensland was too good for Vic Country.
Geelong coach recognises demands on players but says there's a limit to empathy.
The coaches' votes for the round 16 games are in.
Stay up to date with all the latest teams news ahead of round 17.
Joel Amartey needs Sydney to have a deep finals run to play again in 2026.
Essendon's record of 20 consecutive wins in a season is likely to be surpassed, says Matthew Lloyd.
Riley Beveridge takes a look at the hot topic at your club this week.
Adelaide Crows star Chelsea Randall announces her retirement from the AFLW, citing concussion as a major factor in her decision to hang up her boots and step away from the game.
One of the greatest players in AFLW history has announced her retirement from the game due to experiencing issues related to concussion.
Duncan Locke arms England with the technology and innovation to perform at their best on the pitch.
Manie Libbok will start in place of the injured Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu at fly-half for South Africa against England on Saturday.
On the back of a record five straight wins, Ireland will go into their Test clash with the Wallabies on Saturday as heavy favourites. And with one potential weakness nowhere to be seen.
Flanker Jac Morgan says he will back up "brilliant" captain Dewi Lake after the hooker retained the Wales leadership role.
Waratahs head coach Dan McKellar has cited “personal reasons” after parting ways with the franchise with one year left on his contract.
Saracens just needed three ingredients to play Trailfinders off the pitch and win their first Premiership Women’s Rugby title in four years: clinical attack, brick-wall defence and an immense kicking game.
Marlie Packer scores two tries on her final Saracens appearance as the north London side secure a record fourth league title with a comprehensive 52-14 win over Trailfinders at Twickenham Stoop.
The Wallabies are hoping a settled squad and extra training can help avoid a repeat of the problem that plagued them last year.
Head coach Steve Tandy says the Wales squad for the Nations Championship will be cut to between 32 and 34 players early next week.
The promise shown by a bunch of Junior Wallabies players has already been noticed by rugby’s rival code.
The NSW coach dropped the Manly enforcer for Origin II, but would not be drawn on what he had advised the back-rower afterwards. Olakau’atu was happy to spill the beans.
Lone Scout’s Winners and Losers Round 17 Wrap Up .
Broncos winger Josiah Karapani has been stood down for this weekend’s clash with Cronulla, after being pulled over by police for a string of traffic offences.
Brisbane’s season from hell has taken another turn with winger Josiah Karapani dropped after he was allegedly involved in another off-field incident.
After spending most of his childhood in Auckland, Riley Price returns after 10 years in Australia on a two-year deal with One New Zealand Warriors.
Simi Sasagi's long-awaited return from injury wasn't just about rebuilding his body, it was also about protecting his mindset. .
Billy Slater reveals he is on a handshake deal with the QRL and isn't sure whether he will coach again next year.
The 2026 NRLW season shapes as the most competitive in years as clubs bridge the gap to the Broncos and Roosters.
There’s more talent on NSW’s bench than the High Court; Laurie Daley just needs to know how to use them. The fact that they’re on the bench suggests otherwise.
A recovery delay ensures Sam Walker will see out his maiden Origin series, and provide him the chance to do what Nathan Cleary has thus far failed to achieve.
After some impressive performances, historic results and new stories, catch up on the biggest topics from the 2026 Dutch GP!.
The Italian will travel home to Italy after a full check up in Groningen.
For the first time since 2004, a Japanese rider stands on the top step of a MotoGP podium in a drama-filled Dutch GP.
The American team rule on Saturday afternoon, with Diggia completing the podium as the squabble behind lights up.
The issue that affected Acosta on Saturday morning has been found and solved, explains the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team Manager.
A first ever top four lockout for Aprilia takes over Assen, with Bagnaia closest on the chase.
After his crash on Friday the #54 is unfit for the remainder of the weekend.
The Championship leader was back to the top of the timesheets and in control on day one of action.
The Championship leader hit the ground running in the Netherlands whilst Marc Marquez suffered a crash in FP1.
A new vision for accessible, global and talent-driven racing is set to begin in 2028.
Adelaide triple-premiership star Chelsea Randall has announced her retirement at the age of 35.
AFLW players are having a crucial role on AFL match days that's reinforcing the 'one club' message.
Missing last year's Grand Final has Mia King determined to do all she can for another shot.
Star forward Taylor Smith is settling into Sydney as she continues to chase her dream.
Bombers co-captain Bonnie Toogood is hoping to put a frustrating 2025 season behind her.
The AFL has today confirmed the schedule for the AFLW practice matches and match simulation trainings as clubs build towards the 2026 NAB AFLW Season.
Ruby Schleicher is still pushing for a 17-game season, saying players are begging for more matches.
The new position will see her build a stakeholder network across the wider football industry.
AFL.com.au has predicted how Australia and Ireland could line up in their historic clash.
Ash Naulty the frontrunner to be Adelaide's new AFLW list manager.
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and Norway’s Viktor Hovland will meet Monday morning in a playoff to decide the PGA Tour Travelers Championship after finishing deadlocked on Sunday after 72 holes.
Australia’s Karis Davidson admitted the pressure of contending got to her as Ina Yoon extended her overnight lead to five shots in the second round of the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Hazeltine in Minnesota.
Australia’s Karis Davidson made a superb start to the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship with the 27-year-old firing a seven-under par opening round 65 to sit second at Hazeltine in Minnesota.
A group of little girls start chanting “Nelly, Nelly” on the iconic Madison Avenue in New York City, as Nelly Korda strolls past with a stride and vibe fit for a rock star and an enormous billboard she adorns in the background.
The PGA Tour on Tuesday unveiled a dramatic overhaul of professional golf in the United States that will see the circuit divided into two distinct structures.
US Open champion Wyndham Clark overcame some of the worst treatment of an American on home soil by the New York crowd at Shinnecock Hills as he closed out a wire-to-wire victory on Monday morning AEST.
Rory McIlroy was once again targeted by a brash New York crowd as his US Open charge fell short at Shinnecock Hills.
Wyndham Clark has gone wire-to-wire to win the 2026 US Open — but only after a day of high drama at Shinnecock Hills that saw the unpopular star almost suffer a Greg Norman-like fate.
American Wyndham Clark seized a six-stroke lead after Saturday’s third round of the US Open while top-ranked Scottie Scheffler charged into contention for a historic triumph.
Australia’s contingent endured a nightmare day with all four countryman missing the cut as 2023 champion Wyndham Clark opened up a four-shot after the second round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills in New York.
Melbourne United has announced Jacob Chance as its Head Coach and Head of Basketball Operations for the next four seasons.
303 days between games, Keli Leaupepe made a huge step in his recovery from an ACL injury on Saturday night in the NBL1. Leaupepe hurt his right knee at the CODE Sports NBL Blitz way back on August 28, 2025, so it’s fair to say it’s been a long and patient wait for the Sydney Kings star.
The Las Vegas NBA Summer League kicks off on July 9 and it will again provide a big opportunity for some NBL players to showcase their talent against the best and also allows some teams to look for import signings.
NBL Next Star Luke Paul was the hero for Australia in its win over Côte d'Ivoire at the FIBA Under 17 World Cup. Only a 19-9 run down the stretch got the Crocs over the line in close-fought content in Turkiye, sealing a 78-73 win and maintaining an unbeaten record in the tournament.
Cairns Taipans Next Star Luke Paul got off to a strong start at FIBA Under 17 World Cup in Turkiye, as Australia claimed a 22-point win over Serbia.
Adelaide 36ers star Flynn Cameron is set to line up with the Portland Trailblazers at July’s NBA Summer League, according to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc. Cameron is coming off a career-best season, his first in Adelaide, where he averaged 11.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.3 assists.
The Cairns Taipans have added more valuable experience to their Hungry Jack’s NBL27 roster, signing Sunday Dech. The 210-game NBL veteran has agreed to a two-year deal.
Cairns Taipans Next Star Luke Paul, is ready to lead Australia on their quest for gold at the 2026 U17 FIBA World Cup in Turkey.
With many teams still looking to finish their roster with the right pieces ahead of NBL27, the pre-season schedule is slowly starting to roll out to give fans their first glimpse of what’s to come.
After two strong seasons with the South East Melbourne Phoenix, exciting young star Malique Lewis lived his dream this past week when he was selected in the second round of the NBA Draft by the Milwaukee Bucks.
Reigning champions the Melbourne Vixens will get a chance to defend their 2025 Super Netball title after beating the West Coast Fever 62-51in the preliminary final.
The Adelaide Thunderbirds are through to their third Super Netball grand final in four years. Now they wait to see if they will face the Melbourne Vixens or West Coast Fever for a shot at the title.
The Diamonds include five players set to make their Commonwealth Games debut as they look to win their fifth gold medal in Glasgow. .
Despite male netballers making a valuable contribution to the Aussie Diamonds pathway and Super Netball competition, progress between the two genders at the international level has largely been scaled back and unexplained.
This year's record-breaking Adelaide Thunderbirds are shifting their focus to the Super Netball finals, with a third premiership in four years on offer.
The 2025 Super Netball Grand Final set a new standard with a record crowd at one of the biggest stadiums in the country. But in 2026, the sport has been forced to retreat to smaller finals venues due to a scheduling issue with Disney on Ice.
The world has never been closer to Australia's Diamonds. Coach Stacey Marinkovich is determined to keep them shining brightest.
Despite signing her first full-time Super Netball contract this year there was no guarantee Jessie Grenvold would get a lot of court time. But through injury, the Mavericks defender took on a starting spot and is now an Australian Diamond.
The Giants team is flailing at the bottom of the ladder, winless after 11 rounds and the likely recipient of this year's wooden spoon.
Frustrated at netball's stagnation, this is what Jamie-Lee Price wants to see happen to keep her sport moving with the times.
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.”.
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.
On the day in November 2024 that the Chicago Sky announced Tyler Marsh as their new head coach, he received a call from a friend who is a college coach.
When Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson stepped onto the Target Center floor last July wearing a black Nike LeBron 21 detailed in the pink and green of her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, it didn’t take long for the image to circulate. Screenshots spread. Group chats lit up.
As the WNBA welcomes the start of the 2026 season, one of the league’s all-time greats has chosen to say goodbye. Tina Charles, an eight-time All-Star and the 2012 WNBA MVP, announced Tuesday that she is retiring from basketball.
The first time Indiana Fever guard Raven Johnson met Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards, she was a self-described “shy” ninth-grader.
The WNBA's 2026 schedule will feature a record of 216 games and tentpole events that will be nationally broadcast, the league announced on Wednesday.
How did the 15 WNBA franchises do with their offseason moves, including the draft? We rank them into four tiers.
Napheesa Collier won't be back on the court for the Lynx until at least June as she recovers from March ankle surgery.
Fever guard Sophie Cunningham was adamant she wasn't complaining about the lack of a long-term contract after signing a one-year, $665,000 deal as a free agent.
Auckland FC have won their first A-League Men championship title after defeating all-time record-holders Sydney FC 1-0 in front of a record crowd in Auckland on Saturday night.
Former Sydney FC coach Steve Corica’s resurrection from Sky Blues scapegoat to Auckland FC hero is complete after guiding the Black Knights to grand final glory over his old club.
A win for the Black Knights in front of a fervent home crowd could sell its own story, but Patrick Kisnorbo’s dogged Sky Blues stand in the way. The best-laid plans of the A-League Men often go awry.
Juan Mata had been written off, another caught in the mire of Australian football despite being a World Cup winner. Ever-smiling, now the 38-year-old also has the last laugh, having won the A-League Men’s Johnny Warren medal, the award for the competition’s player of the year.
Sydney FC’s head coach Patrick Kisnorbo has hailed the “resilience and mental toughness” of his side as they punched their ticket to the A-League Men grand final, winning a pulsating semi-final against premiers Newcastle on penalties.
Melbourne City attacker Marcus Younis is among the players hoping to give Tony Popovic a ‘massive headache’ when picking the Australia squad. Mitch Duke has done all he can to show Socceroos coach Tony Popovic he still has it. Craig Goodwin might yet make one last push.
Steve Rosich wants to secure football as the third pillar of Australian sport but admits there is work to do with several clubs’ futures under a cloud.
Newcastle has won the A-League Premier’s Plate for the first time in the club’s history.
A-League club was on the brink of collapse before coach Mark Milligan lifted ‘Box Office Jets’ to within sight of a breakthrough premiership. It wasn’t all that long ago that the Newcastle Jets were on the precipice of collapse.
Italian tennis has hit new heights in recent years. Jannik Sinner has climbed to No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings and captured 28 tour-level titles.
Novak Djokovic returns to Tour this week at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia and spent time on Tuesday practising on a temporary court at the famous Piazza del Popolo in Rome.
Rome, 2006. Clay dust hangs in the air. Rafael Nadal lies on his back, arms spread, the Foro Italico roaring around him. It’s a snapshot frozen in time, but the real story is how we got there.
Rafael Jodar and Alexander Blockx arrive at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome as two of the ATP Tour’s fastest-rising players, having each enjoyed a rapid climb over the past 12 months.
Jannik Sinner has enjoyed a seamless European clay season so far, triumphing in Monte-Carlo and Madrid. But there will be something extra at stake for the Italian when he steps on court at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.
The Internazionali BNL d'Italia begins on Wednesday in Rome, where former Top-10 stars Hubert Hurkacz and Pablo Carreno Busta, home favourite Matteo Arnaldi, and Madrid semi-finalist Alexander Blockx are among the stars in Day 1 action. View Wednesday’s full order of play below.
Novak Djokovic is ready to get back to business at the 2026 Internazionali BNL d'Italia. The record 40-time ATP Masters 1000 champion is in Rome preparing for his return to action after missing more than six weeks due to injury.
Shortly after capturing his biggest career clay-court title in Munich last month, Ben Shelton made his intentions clear: “I have big ambitions for the clay courts,” he said. “It is slowly becoming one of my favourite surfaces to play on.”.
“What happened in Monte-Carlo, happened. What happened in Madrid, happened. And here we are… we are in Rome.”.
The Internazionali BNL d’Italia has long been renowned for offering a unique fan experience on the ATP Tour.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Tyran Stokes’ basketball and life journey has already taken him from his hometown of Louisville, Ky., to San Diego to Atlanta to Napa, Calif.
Paulius Murauskas' former coach at Saint Mary's recently joined Arizona State, and the 6-foot-8 forward said Wednesday that he was following.
The Gators return their leading scorer to top the first forecasted field for next season's NCAA tournament.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeated his call for Congress to pass legislation that would rein in college sports at a time athletes are allowed to move freely from school to school and command salaries that put athletic departments in...
Duke landed top guard transfer John Blackwell, adding a high-level, veteran scorer to a retooling Blue Devils team.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has publicly questioned the decision-making at the University of Kentucky, including the seven-figure gig retiring athletic director Mitch Barnhart was recently given.
Thomas Haugh is expected to be one of the highest-paid players in college basketball, after his decision to return to Florida for his senior season.
Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN on Monday, with the Red Storm beating out Kentucky for the talented forward.
Joseph Savarino, a grandson of retired coach Mike Krzyzewski, was charged with misdemeanor driving while impaired in connection with a collision that killed a 15-year-old bicyclist.
UConn guard Solo Ball will undergo wrist surgery and miss the entire 2026-27 season.
There are 21 five-star players in the class and we scout each one's game for the next level.
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The Raiders fill their biggest need at No. 1, but is Mendoza the only first-round QB? Our reporters make their picks.
Ashton Daniels, a transfer from Auburn, won his battle with Kevin Sperry over the spring and has been named the Florida State starting quarterback.
Indiana football coach Curt Cigneti praised his defensive unit and coordinator Bryant Haines as he's seen a defense-dominated spring that is deeper and further along than his previous two teams.
From North Carolina to Wake Forest, the dynamic has changed for quarterback Gio Lopez.
Eleven notable teams and CFP contenders head into summer with some unresolved things that need answers.
Mel Kiper Jr. updated his NFL draft rankings one last time. His Big Board stacks 150 prospects.
Val Ackerman is retiring this summer after leading the Big East as commissioner for 13 years, leading the conference through realignment and team exodus, as well as eight national championships during her tenure.
The consensus top pick is bringing his unique mix of curiosity, quirk and command to the NFL.
Zac Lomax might just have arrived in Super Rugby, but already the code-hopper has made a giant impression.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has ended in heartache against the Drua in Fiji – but the former NRL star showed more than enough to suggest he could wear a Wallabies jersey by the time Australia hosts next year’s World Cup.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has been delayed after the former NRL star was a late withdrawal from the Western Force’s big win over the Queensland Red on Saturday night.