Angels designate Jorge Soler for assignment
The Angels hoped the deadline frenzy for right-handed outfielders would make Soler more attractive to suitors, but they didn't move him.
The Angels hoped the deadline frenzy for right-handed outfielders would make Soler more attractive to suitors, but they didn't move him.
A team source told The Athletic that the Falcons fear it's a torn ACL.
Max Jorgensen is coming up against Eddie Jones for the first time in Australian colours, three years after the ex-Wallabies coach called him up as an 18-year-old.
Some AFL players may have only a handful of games left at their current clubs before seeking a fresh start in this year’s player-movement period. We take a look at who might be on the move.
Explosive court documents reveal details of the legal claim made by the family of late Manly Sea Eagles player Keith Titmuss, who died at a training session.
Iga Swiatek started her National Bank Open campaign on cruise control, but had to survive hot shots and a 13-deuce tussle to fend off Sara Bejlek's challenge and advance to the third round.
The league in Zambia was "not sanctioned, approved or endorsed" by the country's official governing body.
The team will now be rebranded as Anchor Jaffna Kings, two weeks after their previous ownership was terminated.
Australian allrounder comes to the fore with a wicket before toppling London Spirits' 136 for 7.
Football season kicks off this Thursday, August 6 with the Carolina Panthers vs. Arizona Cardinals Hall of Fame Game. The game will officially open the 2026 NFL preseason.
The NFL preseason is underway, which means that it is time for HBO's "Hard Knocks." The annual TV show follows one team through the preseason, starting with their first preseason game and through roster cuts.
The NFL recently approved private equity minority ownership stakes in its 32 franchises.
Five men — Drew Brees, Roger Craig, Luke Kuechly, Larry Fitzgerald and Adam Vinatieri — will be formally enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday in Canton, Ohio. Yahoo Sports will take a relatively short look at each legend and how he reached football immortality.
Flowers already ranks fifth in team history in receiving yards and receptions after just three seasons.
The Baltimore Ravens and two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Zay Flowers have agreed to a four-year, $140 million extension that comes with $108 million guaranteed, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Tuesday.
Zay Flowers led the Baltimore Ravens in receiving each of his first three seasons with the team.
The 2026 NFL preseason kicks off on August 6 with the Carolina Panthers at Arizona Cardinals Hall of Fame Game. Then, ahead of the 18-week regular 2026 NFL season start, we get three weeks of preseason action.
. Other NFL team previews: 32. Dolphins | 31. Jets | 30. Cardinals | 29. Browns | 28. Titans | 27. Raiders | 26. Falcons | 25. Giants | 24. Saints | 23. Panthers | 22. Buccaneers | 21. Colts | 20. Steelers | 19. Vikings | 18. Commanders | 17. Bengals | 16. Jaguars | 15. Packers | 14. Chargers | 13. 49ers | 12. Chiefs | 11. Bears | 10. Texans | 9. Eagles | 8. Cowboys | 7. Ravens | 6. Lions | 5. Patriots | 4. Broncos | 3. Bills | 2. Seahawks Not all Super Bowl champions are the same.
Not all Super Bowl champions are the same. There's a difference in a team like the 1989 49ers and the 2011 Giants or 1980 Raiders. The banners fly for all of them and lesser champions aren't ordered to get smaller rings, but Super Bowl champs aren't all on the same tier.
The signing comes after a short contract standoff. The 24-year-old Texas product led the NFL with 2,298 all-purpose yards last year.
One of the biggest hold-ins at 2026 NFL training camp has come to a quick end. Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has agreed to a three-year extension that could reportedly reach up to $75 million with the team, according to NFL Network.
One of the biggest hold-ins at 2026 NFL training camp has come to a quick end. Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson will reportedly sign a three-year extension that could reach up to $75 million with the team, according to NFL Network.
Several members of the 2026 draft class could hit the ground running in their rookie seasons.
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Fifty NFL coaches and executives ranked 35 veteran quarterbacks in the 13th edition of the annual survey.
How many top-50 picks can this year's OT class produce?.
The 2009 season, capped by the Super Bowl XLIV victory, was the defining point of Brees’ Hall of Fame career.
A sports journalist, Larry Fitzgerald Sr. died in June at age 71. On Saturday, his son will enter the Hall of Fame with him there in spirit.
CINCINNATI — Nineteen minutes before practice began Monday morning, Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden was discussing his prized defensive tackle acquisition. Then Golden looked up. A 6-foot-5, 350-pound man was strolling out to practice.
Our quick AFC North newsletter preview for the Steelers, Ravens, Bengals and Browns.
F1 technical expert Mark Hughes takes a close look at the unraced McLaren MP4-18 designed by Adrian Newey – and how it has much in common with the Aston Martin AMR26.
Tom McCullough is set to leave the Silverstone-based squad at the end of the current Formula 1 season.
Later this season, Max Verstappen will make his 250th Grand Prix appearance, reaching another milestone in his incredible F1 career to date.
Formula 1’s 22 drivers have put on quite the show in 2026, with 11 action-packed rounds now behind us. But how do the scores from our Power Rankings judges look at the halfway mark? Here’s the top-10 list as we move through the summer break...
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions.
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto picks his winners and losers from the 2026 season so far.
Kimi Antonelli has reflected back on the pressure he felt during his rookie season with Mercedes in 2025.
Williams were a squad many of their midfield rivals envied in 2025, having returned to the Grand Prix podium with new signing Carlos Sainz and risen to fifth position in the Teams’ Championship – their best classification since the 2017 season.
F1.com rounds up five of the key lessons from the first half of the 2026 Formula 1 season.
At the halfway point of the 2026 season, we asked our writers to give us their take on how the campaign has unfolded so far – as well as sharing some bold predictions for the rest of the year.
The #12 won’t take part at Silverstone to focus on his continuing recovery.
Historic venue with classic encounters, the British countryside never fails to deliver.
MotoGP is back this weekend – and there’s everything to race for at fast, fearless Silverstone.
The summer break is finally over! Round 12 of the season is upon us as MotoGP arrives at the home of unpredictability with a slightly different look to Sunday's schedule!.
Ahead of a busy second half of the Formula 1 season, how do the drivers recharge during their summer break?.
Rafael Camara has admitted that Ollie Bearman’s path to F1 as a Ferrari-backed driver is giving him added motivation to “keep working” and “keep improving” – as the Brazilian youngster looks to earn his own chance in the top echelon.
Several big talking points have emerged during the first half of the 2026 F1 season.
The world of F1 is on a short hiatus, the teams enjoying a break from racing before the season resumes in the Netherlands later in August. Some drivers need a chance to get away after a tricky run of races but others would have liked to keep the momentum going.
Kimi Antonelli has been rewriting the record books in 2026, the 19-year-old going on a five-race winning streak earlier in the season as he showed everyone why Toto Wolff rated him so highly.
Aston Martin Team Principal Adrian Newey has given his take on whether Fernando Alonso will continue on with the squad into 2027.
Any deal for the USA under-23 international is expected to be in the range of $15million (£11.1m).
Incoming Major League Soccer Commissioner Larry Berg sees his role as continuing the trajectory of the league under his soon-to-be predecessor, Don Garber.
Larry Berg will step into the seat occupied by Don Garber since 1999 with a set of clear objectives for a league looking to level up.
Major League Soccer is investigating “reported antisemitic and discriminatory language" from CF Montreal fans toward Israeli striker Dor Turgeman in Saturday's game against the New England Revolution.
Wildfires in Spain and France, exacerbated by this summer's heatwave, have destroyed hundreds of thousands of hectares of land.
The road to the 2030 World Cup will begin with an extended international window featuring opponents from North and South America.
The Leagues Cup — the 36-team tournament featuring select clubs from Major League Soccer and Mexico's Liga MX — is back and will kick off with six games on Tuesday, Aug.
The Mexican winger and San Diego FC have been at a standstill, but a move within MLS could free one of the league's highest earners.
New York City FC CEO Brad Sims agreed that the one big thing that will be on the next commissioner’s plate will be broadcast revenue.
Larry Berg, the co-managing owner of LAFC, was chosen Monday to become the third commissioner in MLS history when Don Garber retires in December.
Israel supporters will be in attendance when their side face the Republic of Ireland in the Nations League next month but no away fans will be facilitated.
Vinícius Júnior is settling into life under the new Real Madrid manager, José Mourinho, with a smile on his face even as uncertainty swirls around the Brazil forward’s future at the Bernabéu.
The US men’s national team will kick off the next World Cup cycle with four matches over 11 days on home soil. The friendlies include games against Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada in US cities that didn’t host World Cup action this summer. Continue reading...
There was a feeling Arsenal needed to get a move on in the transfer market.
Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai says he has "cleared" the situation with team-mates Curtis Jones and Kostas Tsimikas after they seemingly argued over the captain's armband.
Since their incredible last-minute promotion against Rochdale in April, York City have sacked their manager, enraging their fans.
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Who’s next? Can they convince Craig Gordon to reverse his recent retirement? Invite Bolo Zenden back for a second spell at Stamford Bridge? Get Kieran Richardson to replace Marc Cucurella? Chelsea really have cooked up a fascinating transfer policy: to recreate the Sunderland XI that triumphed 3-0 at the Bridge in November 2010. Danny Welbeck, 19 and on loan from Manchester United, sealed victory that day; Jordan Henderson, 20 and days away from his England debut, ran things in the middle alongside Lee Cattermole.
Barcelona sign Brazil forward Kerolin from Women's Super League champions Manchester City.
With Rangers, Hearts, Hibernian and Motherwell in action on Thursday, BBC Scotland has been attempting to analyse the chances of the nation's European hopefuls.
Manchester United admit making mistakes in the execution of their ticket touting investigation but insist the reasons for it are valid.
Sunrisers Leeds beat London Spirit with two balls to spare to keep their slim qualification hopes alive in The Hundred.
An improved bowling performance from West Indies wiped off Pakistan's gains from last evening.
The board said the two departments were unable to comply with the regulations it introduced in June.
Heather Graham hails the young talent at Welsh Fire after they upset Southern Brave in the Hundred.
Will Rhodes played the role of Durham superhero, Rishi Patel hit another century and Joe Denly said farewell. By the 99.94 Cricket Blog This article is from The 99.94 Cricket Blog Continue reading...
Recently retired allrounder questions message sent by not promoting Harry Brook to role.
The two teams will face off in Bready, where only one men's ODI has been played previously.
BBC Sport lists the best-performing men's and women's players in the 2026 Hundred competition.
Sri Lanka lost all six wickets to spin, and their spinners couldn't sustain enough pressure defending 113 in Dambulla.
Ben Stokes has trained his sights on becoming England head coach in the future and expressed concerns about Joe Root’s impending second stint as Test captain.
Bradford Bulls re-sign North Queensland Cowboys forward John Bateman on a two-year deal for the 2027 season.
Leeds Rhinos veteran Kallum Watkins extends his deal through to the end of next season.
The tax breaks the PNG Chiefs received ahead of their entry into the NRL in 2028 have been labelled “unfair” and a real threat to “compromise” the competition.
Not even 12 months after breaking a 19-year title drought, there are concerns the Broncos’ premiership window has already closed.
NRLW great Ali Brigginshaw has been banned for three weeks by the judiciary for a dangerous throw tackle against Canterbury's Tayla Preston.
Broncos legend Ali Brigginshaw has avoided the longest ban in NRLW history but will still miss the next three games after a fascinating night at Rugby League Central that saw the case delayed after a judiciary panel member was swapped out.
Why the Sydney Roosters’ Indigenous Round jersey is an Australian first.
The Roosters have received a huge boost with a gun playmaker returning from injury.
The Raiders will be looking to get back on track this week against the Knights after their recent run of good form was halted by Penrith.
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The Dodgers were the biggest movers in the trade deadline, which is a scary thought, but a few other contenders moved up in the odds.
The trade deadline left some holes on selling teams' rosters. These nine players are in position to potentially fill those spots.
Leave your questions for our MLB mailbag on what comes next for these teams and players after the trade deadline.
In the deal, the Orioles' Mike Elias abandoned today to play for tomorrow. Boston's Craig Breslow abandoned tomorrow to play for today.
A whopping 42 deals were executed on deadline day, and a smattering of other deals before that. We ranked the biggest from worst to first.
Hoyer landed the pitchers the Cubs needed in starters Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes and relievers Ryan Zeferjahn and Braxton Garrett.
What are the biggest takeaways after Breslow got aggressive and acquired an All-Star catcher and dealt away Marcelo Mayer?.
After acquiring Tarik Skubal, the Dodgers are ripe for the ripping. This is not new. It’s tradition. Every sport needs an "Evil Empire.".
Seventeen teams were buyers. Two teams bought and sold. Eleven teams were sellers. How do their report cards look after the deadline?.
Fans at Wrigley Field were not excited to see Kyle Tucker on Monday night. Chicago Cubs fans hit their former outfielder with a long, loud chorus of boos when he stepped up to the plate for the first time.
With the 2026 MLB trade deadline in the rearview mirror, we've tallied up all the transactions. We've sorted out the winners and losers. We've ranked the top 50 trades that matter.
The New York Yankees acquired some significant bats at the MLB trade deadline. They might be about to add one more from their minor-league system. The club is calling up top prospect George Lombard Jr.
The starting shortstop position has been an ongoing debate. Now, with the deadline in the rearview, the club may have found a solution.
New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said he's optimistic Aaron Judge will return to baseball this season but acknowledged the chance he might not. Cashman discussed Judge while speaking with reporters at the conclusion of Monday's MLB trade deadline.
Another trade deadline has passed. As has become customary in recent years — particularly with the expanded postseason making it more difficult to distinguish who should be buying and selling — most MLB teams waited until the final 48 hours to ramp up their trade activity.
The two-time Cy Young winner opted not to waive his no-trade clause, indicating his desire to win with the Rangers.
The day after getting traded by the Washington Nationals, Luis García Jr. started his career as a New York Yankee on a strong note. García, who started for the Yankees at first base Monday against the St.
The day after getting traded by the Washington Nationals, Luis García Jr. started his career as a New York Yankee on a strong note. García, who started for the Yankees at first base for Monday’s game against the St.
Another MLB trade deadline has come and gone, with every contender in MLB making some sort of addition at the expense of the teams embracing reality.
Lachlan Cunningham via Getty ImagesHouston Rockets star Kevin Durant is never shy about sharing his opinion. The future Hall of Famer has developed a reputation for being outspoken and argumentative on social media, often with hilarious results.
As the Aspiration scandal lingers and a number of restricted free agents hang in the balance, much of the NBA's summer business has been completed, which means we are free to grade each team's list of transactions with our own offseason report card.
AJ Williams, the top-ranked player in the class of 2028, plans to reclassify into the 2027 class, he told ESPN Tuesday. Williams, currently No. 1 in his original class, will slot in at No.
A new medical study has found a correlation between increased minutes played in the games preceding an Achilles tear and the likelihood of that injury, though the NBA disputes the connection based on its own internal research.
Trey Jemison and the Toronto Raptors have agreed to a Two-Way deal. Jemison spent the 2025-26 season with the New York Knicks on a Two-Way. In 13 NBA games, Jemison averaged 1.0 points and 1.4 rebounds in 6.3 minutes.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
The NBA is targeting autumn 2027 for the launch of a 16-team competition, with London among 12 cities to host franchises.
Golden State Warriors wing Moses Moody is making progress in his recovery from a torn left patellar tendon. Moody is hopeful to begin running and on-court work in September.
In the wake of a new ruling that grants players from the high school class of 2022 a fifth year of collegiate eligibility, there a handful of 2026 NBA draftees who could return to college basketball.
As NBA online fandom becomes more focused on transactions, are we even having fun anymore?.
History is better served by LeBron remaining a frenemy of Steph. Because while basketball remembers partnerships, it immortalizes rivalries.
The Portland Trail Blazers hired Ameer Bahhur as the head coach of the G League's Rip City Remix, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Bahhur was an assistant with the Magic for the past two seasons. The team also hired James Brocato as the Director of Basketball Innovation. .
The New Orleans Pelicans signed Caleb Houstan to a one-year deal, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Houstan, who averaged 2.3 points for the Hawks last season, will compete for the final roster spot with the Pelicans.
New York Knicks senior vice president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas will leave the team after four years. Rosas was previously an executive with the Rockets and Timberwolves before joining the Knicks in 2022. "Mission Accomplished. On to the next chapter," wrote Rosas in an Instagram post.
The Sacramento Kings are looking to bring in a veteran point guard to mentor Darius Acuff Jr., according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Russell Westbrook and Victor Oladipo have been mentioned as possible options.
The Portland Trail Blazers are not looking to sign DeMar DeRozan, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. DeRozan is an unrestricted free agent after getting waived by the Kings.
Quiet time in the NBA?. Says who?. The full schedule for the 2026-27 NBA regular season will soon be released and Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremonies are less than two weeks away in Springfield, Mass.
On a livestream, Brown also said he felt "disrespected" and "more inspired to win" after the Celtics traded him to the 76ers this summer.
A Western Conference franchise faces an uncertain future, the Jonathan Kuminga saga edges closer to a resolution, and the Lakers continue their aggressive pursuit of talent around Luka Doncic.
The Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine study found some correlation between Achilles tears and increased playing time before the injury.
Western Hockey League team brings back jerseys with script "Tigers" on the front, emulating what the team wore in the years after being founded in 1970. The post WHL’s Medicine Hat Tigers Bring Back Classic Script Jerseys for 2026-27 appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The team's primary logo features one of the mythical creatures known for luring sailors with their voices cradling a basketball while swimming in Lake Erie. The post ‘Hear the Call’: Cleveland WNBA Franchise Unveils ‘Sirens’ Nickname, Logo appeared first on SportsLogos.
Social media has recently been flooded with clips of pro athletes lamenting that their multimillion-dollar contracts don’t go as far as people think. While such complaints can be easy to dunk on, the underlying point is important. The problem is the messenger.
The Cardinals are surveying fans on their uniform rotation, floating navy caps with the road grays, Victory Blue at home, and a possible new City Connect design. The post St Louis Cardinals Ask Fans to Weigh In on Uniforms, Navy Caps? Powder Blues at Home? appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The trend of athletes purchasing ownership stakes in pro sports teams is showing no signs of slowing down.
A look at New Era's 2026 NFL Sidelines caps, released today with simplified two-colour logos for all 32 teams and throwback versions for clubs that rotate one in; the cold weather set follows in September.
For the second year in a row, the Canadian Open began Saturday without three of the biggest names in men’s tennis. World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic, and seven-time major winner Carlos Alcaraz will all miss the tournament.
Notch another tally in the turf column. The Browns’ new $2.6 billion stadium—set to be ready for the 2029 NFL season—will feature artificial turf, according to ProFootballTalk.
The uniforms are heavily influenced by the Pacers' pinstriped set from the late 1990s and early 2000s but feature several modern touches. The post Indiana Pacers Unveil New Gold Statement Edition Uniforms With Pinstripes appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The uniforms debuted in 2023, now feature a football-specific Leprechaun on the sleeves rather than the “ND” monogram. The post Notre Dame Fighting Irish Reveal Refreshed Kelly Green Alternate Uniforms appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
Salary cap regulations might not be high on everyone's holiday reading list, but Eddie Hearn might be interested if he's keen to get Henry Pollock's £1m pay-day.
Newcastle Red Bulls sign Fiji hooker Zuriel Togiatama on a one-year deal.
Hooker Tom Howe stays grounded after being tipped as one to watch for Wales before his debut for Cardiff.
Knowing Eddie Jones will be taking full advantage of a well-timed heatwave, the Wallabies began preparing for it last week in Sydney.
The All Blacks receive a hero's welcome in South Africa ahead of their first tour game against the Stormers in Cape Town.
New coach Les Kiss explains his first steps with the Wallabies in a sit-down interview with Stan Sport's Matt Burke.
Former Exeter Chiefs coach and Leicester Tigers and Gloucester player Robin Cowling dies aged 82.
Henry Pollock is set to demand a substantial increase on his current Northampton contract to stay at Franklin's Gardens, with agent Eddie Hearn suggesting annual earnings of £1m are his going rate.
Northampton Saints sign Italian International tighthead prop Ion Neculai from Zebre.
Les Kiss’ side has landed in Osaka as the country suffers through an extreme heatwave that has lasted nearly three weeks.
The 2026 US Open qualifying entry list features 2019 champion Bianca Andreescu, Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen, former Australian Open winner Sofia Kenin and recently-crowned 16-year-old Memphis champion Kristina Liutova.
Alexandra Eala reflects on her first WTA title, a 12-hour championship day, reading "Wuthering Heights" during rain delays, her quest to see "The Odyssey" and why she believes Washington is only the beginning.
Venus and Serena Williams received a doubles wild card for their first match together in nearly four years, while Venus also earned a singles wild card.
WTA stars went to the podium in Toronto, and we've rounded the best quotes from several players. Here's what they had to say.
Alexandra Eala capped a breakthrough week in Washington by defeating top seed Jessica Pegula to become the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA Tour singles title.
In the latest edition of the PIF WTA Rankings, Washington champion Alexandra Eala becomes the first Filipina in history to reach the Top 20, while 16-year-old Memphis champion Kristina Liutova leaps 103 places to a new career high.
After a disappointing clay and grass stretch, Aryna Sabalenka used a Mykonos vacation, and a month-long reset, to recharge physically, mentally, and tactically.
Kristina Liutova capped a stunning run in Memphis by becoming the youngest active player to win a tour-level title. Beginning the week in qualifying and ultimately lifting the trophy, her run marked one of the more impressive WTA debuts in recent memory.
The Mubadala DC Open final between World No. 3 Jessica Pegula and No. 28 Alexandra Eala has been suspended until Monday, August 3 because of the significant weather in the Washington DC area. They will resume at 12 p.m. local time.
Linda Noskova spent three whirlwind weeks celebrating her Wimbledon title. Now the 21-year-old turns her attention to the hard courts and what comes next.
Jessica Pegula and Alexandra Eala meet for the second time in pursuit of the Mubadala DC Open crown. Here is everything you need to know ahead of Sunday's final.
Alexandra Eala beat Naomi Osaka 6-4, 6-2 to reach the biggest final of her career, setting up a clash with Jessica Pegula, who rallied from 5-2 down in the first to defeat Diana Shnaider in straight sets and return to the Washington final.
While Aryna Sabalenka holds an 8,550-to-8,056 baseline advantage entering the week, Elena Rybakina can still make the jump to World No. 1 if she cleans up her point defense with a championship run while the top seed stumbles early.
Alexandra Eala beat Elina Svitolina in Washington on Friday night, earning her second win over the Ukrainian in just over a month. She'll face Naomi Osaka next after the former World No. 1 rallied past Elisabetta Cocciaretto earlier Friday.
Television icon and gameshow host Steve Harvey and the NWSL's Washington Spirit were among the notable names in the house Friday. Plus, Sascha Bajin crashed his player's press conference. Check out what's happening around the grounds in DC.
Jessica Pegula did something new in extending her dominance over Anna Kalinskaya at the Mubadala DC Open.
On her WTA debut at the Memphis Classic, 16-year-old Kristina Liutova has become the first 2010-born player to reach a tour-level semifinal after upsetting Caty McNally in the quarterfinals -- and she's done so by showing remarkable mental maturity.
The 2026 National Bank Open draw is set. From first-round matches to watch and potential quarterfinal showdowns, here's a full breakdown of the Toronto draw.
Naomi Osaka's spontaneous Washington DC cookout was a success. With help from the tournament, Osaka connected the win the fans in the one-hour hangout. Here's a glimpse of how it came to life, the reasons behind it and what's potentially to come.
No one has qualified yet, but the picture is starting to come into focus. Our writers weigh in on the biggest storylines to watch over the season's final 100 days.
The Brazil international has informed Newcastle of his desire to leave the club and join Arsenal.
Our Ask Me Anything Team explain SCR, PSR and adjusted revenue.
Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen is set to seal a season-long loan to Strasbourg, part of the same ownership group as the London club.
Coventry City confirm the permanent signing of 25-year-old goalkeeper Carl Rushworth from Brighton and Hove Albion.
Arsenal open direct talks with Newcastle United to sign captain Bruno Guimaraes.
Get live score updates on your lock screen with the BBC.
The 2026-27 Premier League season has not yet kicked off, but it has already made history for its managerial changes.
Welcome to The Athletic's weekly look at the latest information from across the transfer market.
Manchester City's Mateo Kovacic says the club "count on me" despite the midfielder being linked with a move away this summer.
The Premier League returns later this month and we have picked out 20 prospects - one from each club - who will be looking to make their mark and enjoy a breakthrough season.
Buriram to host the opening round of MotoGP's new regulations cycle as the championship begins its 79th season.
The Spanish rider returns to the paddock for the second time this season.
The new agreement runs from 2027 to 2030 seasons across all distribution channels - for Germany on pay TV and for the first time also on free TV fully exclusive - and includes the pay TV rights for Austria and Switzerland.
Silverstone is appearing on the horizon, which means the race to Valencia begins shortly as we gear up for a fascinating few months in MotoGP.
The MotoGP circus stops at the British capital en route to Silverstone for Round 12.
Ever think we’d have so much drama in the first half of one season? No, us neither…
From moments of elation to some questionable celebrations, catch all the best Unseen moments that you might have missed!.
Post-GP conversations always create some interesting listening… Check out the best Unheard moments from the first part of 2026!.
More than 12 seats decided, plenty still to confirm: the grid is forming for the new era of MotoGP in 2027.
Tasmania has already approached rivals about trading their top picks - but there's a catch.
Max King will face a lengthy rehab block before the start of pre-season training.
Clubs are already chasing the next Irish talent as a teenager emerges as a target.
Garry Lyon says Alastair Clarkson deserves to lead North Melbourne into 2027, but hard questions need to be asked on whether the four-time premiership boss can coach the “contemporary” game.
Who's struggling, who's a test, check out the players from your list who are a little sore.
Kevin Sheedy thought nothing of insulting a rival ahead of a massive final. How far the Bombers have fallen, writes Damian Barrett.
As speculation mounts over his future at Arden Street, North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson addresses his contract situation.
Demons veteran Tom McDonald will retire at the end of the season.
Alastair Clarkson is unbothered by going into the final year of his contract with the Roos without another deal.
Mark Blicavs isn’t done yet.
Noah Anderson says it's been a difficult season but remains bullish about Gold Coast's future.
Brisbane great and current Geelong assistant Nigel Lappin will head to the Devils at season's end.
Need a hand with your AFL tips for this weekend?.
The AFL warns clubs they risk being sanctioned should they rest players in round 24, but several coaches say they will not be paying attention to the memo.
Sydney stalwart Jake Lloyd “absolutely” wants to play on into a 15th season, but uncertainty remains over his AFL future.
Clubs have been put on notice that team selections could be heavily scrutinised in round 24.
Isaac Heeney's positional switch against St Kilda an example of Sydney's attacking option, says Logan McDonald.
Early talks have been held about making the Australia v Ireland clash an annual fixture.
The Demons and football boss Alan Richardson are parting ways after seven seasons with the veteran official at the helm.
Assistant coach Cam Roberts is leaving the Bombers at season's end.
A local derby is always a game to look forward to, no matter where the teams are on the ladder and this week's encounter between the Dragons and Sharks should be no different.
The Bulldogs have come from the clouds to climb into the top eight but they get a true test of their credentials this week against the red-hot Roosters.
Buckle up for one of the games of the season when the Warriors and Panthers collide in front of a heaving Go Media Stadium crowd on Friday night.
A new chapter is set to be written in one of the great rivalries of the modern era when Melbourne take on Manly on Saturday afternoon. .
The Dolphins will continue their chase for a top-four finish when they take on the Broncos in the latest edition of the Battle for Brisbane. .
Beaten by a combined score of 124-18 in Round 22, the Titans and Cowboys are out to restore pride when they square off at Cbus Super Stadium.
The Rabbitohs are out to celebrate their rich Indigenous history when they host Parramatta in the second match of this weekend's Gadhu Gathering at Allianz Stadium. .
The Storm welcome back one of their superstars for their blockbuster in Perth while Souths have received a huge boost as they aim to save their season.
The NRL season is obviously far from over, with teams entering the home stretch as they look to lock down a spot in the top eight.
While some of these teams may have notably good or bad immediate futures, it's hard to see a medium-term path toward contention.
Five teams now have gone to a radio-TV simulcast. What's behind the change, and what are listeners missing?.
O’Brien will oversee strength and conditioning, as well as areas like nutrition, injury rehabilitation and sport science.
Cast as the muscular, helmet-clad Laodamas alongside Matt Damon's Odysseus, Avery continues an unlikely post-hockey pivot to Hollywood.
With the World Junior Summer Showcase complete, here's how The Athletic's prospects specialists see the rosters shaking out so far.
Nostalgia is in the air across the NHL, and jersey talk among all 32 fan bases is a hot topic this offseason.
The 2025 fourth-round pick looks to continue following in the footsteps of his cousin, star Mammoth forward Logan Cooley, into the NHL.
Novak was the only Penguins player to appear in all 82 games last season.
Foote was one of five members of Team Canada's 2018 World Junior squad acquitted on sexual assault charges following an alleged incident.
Russia will not be permitted to field teams at four international competitions, including the 2027 Men's World Championship.
Young stars are cashing in now while fixing their focus on an even bigger payday down the line.
It used to be that GMs could expect to save money on restricted free agents, and that going long made sense for those players. No more.
We found something weird while trying to find the best team in the cap era that was completely shut out of the Hart love.
The contract is the biggest in San Jose Sharks history. But to hear GM Mike Grier tell it, Celebrini could have gotten even more.
The Sharks are in good hands with GM Mike Grier, and it's all lining up for them to be the team of the future.
Under the new format, the TV broadcast audio feed will be carried on the club's radio network.
Sauvageau will maintain her position as GM of the PWHL's Montreal Victoire during the 2026-27 season.
The Sharks got a great deal on Macklin Celerini — even if it may not look like it at first glance.
The San Jose Sharks have signed center Macklin Celebrini to a five-year, $94 million extension, the team announced on Wednesday. Celebrini's $18.8 million average annual value will become the highest in the NHL once the deal kicks in, beginning with the 2027-28 season.
The superstar center is set to become the highest-paid player in the league when his contract kicks in for 2027-28.
St Kilda and Carlton come together on Sunday to celebrate Spud's Game with both the women's and men's playing at Marvel.
AFL.com.au spent time with the Aussie team during the sold-out Australia v Ireland game.
Ella Heads signs a four-year extension to remain at Port Adelaide.
Jasmine Garner says the dominant Kangaroos can still get better heading into the new season.
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
AFL.com.au's AFLW podcast returns to your feeds with a daily edition in 2026.
Players didn't take a backwards step during the Australia v Ireland representative footy match, but no major injuries were recorded.
Goals flowed and fans packed into North Sydney Oval to see Australia defeat Ireland in the first AFLW international game.
A connection between Jennifer Dunne or Aine McDonagh stretches back to before they were born.
Saturday's representative footy game isn't the first time Australia and Ireland have faced off in women's footy.
In accordance with the Australian National Anti-doping Policy 2021, Sydney Kings’ player Xavier Cooks was issued with a one-month period of ineligibility by Basketball Australia, which concluded on July 4, 2026. This was issued as a result of an in-competition doping control test, and the metabolite of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) was detected.
The Jacob Chance era at Melbourne United officially tipped off this week, as the team began their Hungry Jack's NBL27 pre-season training.
Fresh off an assistant coaching stint with the San Antonio Spurs at the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, rising Kiwi coach Josiah Maama has officially joined the New Zealand Breakers as an assistant coach for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season.
Illawarra Hawks coach Justin Tatum will be the first to admit the club's Hungry Jack's NBL26 Season wasn't up to scratch, going as far as to say the Hawks "cheated their fans". In the hope of replicating their run to the 2024-25 title, Tatum explained his team is aiming to 'go back to the future' in the fast-approaching NBL season.
The NBL is following the AFL in its hardline approach to expansion, insisting potential new clubs must meet venue requirements if they are to enter the league.
NBL Group CEO Dave Stevenson is joined by Australian basketball legend Andrew Gaze and Chief Minister, ACT Andrew Barr to make two exciting announcements about the NBL's return to Canberra during NBL27. Canberra will host the Ignite Cup Finals and Andrew Gaze MVP Awards, thanks to a new partnership with the ACT Government.
It’s the NBL’s most prestigious individual honour, and Andrew Gaze believes it’s only a matter of time before Bryce Cotton’s name joins his on the MVP trophy.
The Illawarra Hawks have bolstered their backcourt depth by signing veteran guard Kyle Adnam for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season.
Canberra is one step closer to hosting an NBL team for the first time in more than two decades, according to League CEO David Stevenson. The NBL's in-season competition, the Ignite Cup, will undergo a shake-up with the tournament's finals set to move from the Gold Coast to Canberra's AIS Arena.
Brisbane Bullets fans have been starved of success, with it being seven seasons since their team has qualified for the post-season. That number stretches to 19 years since the proud Bullets club has tasted the ultimate success of a championship.
Michael Thorbjornsen sank a 26-foot putt on the final green to secure his first PGA Tour victory at the Rocket Classic on Sunday, pulling clear of a crowded field including Xander Schauffele to win by two shots.
Australian golf’s two men’s showpiece tournaments will once again shine bright, while a famous championship celebrates its century as the PGA Tour of Australasia announced a bumper schedule for the upcoming 2026/27 season.
Japan’s Shiho Kuwaki won the women’s British Open in a dramatic playoff with Esther Henseleit on Sunday, securing her first major title in memorable style.
A bizarre incident midway through the third round of the women’s British Open has spread around the golf world, as Yealimi Noh took a three-shot lead into Sunday’s final round.
Ryu Hae-ran is on course to become just the fifth woman to win three consecutive majors after taking the lead of the British Open at the halfway stage on Friday.
Champion golfer Minjee Lee said the sport is humbling her at the moment as she prepares for a bid to complete the career grand slam at the Women’s British Open beginning today.
LIV Golf is not dead yet.
LIV Golf’s future has been thrown further into serious doubt after reports its $40 million Team Championship in Michigan has been cancelled.
Australian star Lucas Herbert has continued his stellar season with a record-breaking win at LIV Golf UK.
21-year old Jackson Koivun has secured one of the most unexpected wins in recent golf history, completing a performance beyond his years to hold off world No.1 Scottie Scheffler at the 3M Open.
Australia's loss to Jamaica in the Commonwealth Games semifinal was heartbreaking for the players, who then had to get back up to claim bronze less than a day later. But it may be the best thing for the sport of netball.
The Diamonds will miss the Commonwealth Games gold medal match for the first time after a shock semifinal loss to Jamaica, in front of a crowd baying for Australia's downfall.
Surf Coast Suns players say their safety and dignity are at stake without change rooms and toilets closer to the court.
Diamonds fans are disappointed to discover Australia's dominant netball team's Glasgow Commonwealth Games matches are only being aired live on Seven's online streaming service.
The Diamonds easily beat Tonga, as expected, but the love for an underdog is so prevalent in Glasgow that even Australian players were cheering for the Commonwealth Games debutants.
Messy and drawn-out pay negotiations are once again overshadowing a major tournament for the Aussie Diamonds. .
More young men are taking up netball at a competitive level. Competition organisers say there is less stigma around the sport among boys, with plenty of talent emerging.
Kate Moloney has had to put her team's Super Netball grand final nightmare aside to focus on the Commonwealth Games. Some gentle ribbing from her Aussie teammate has helped her see the lighter side. .
Hundreds of fans have flocked to Rundle Mall, dressed in pink, to welcome back the Adelaide Thunderbirds following an unforgettable grand final win. .
The Adelaide Thunderbirds have unlocked a Super Netball dynasty with a unique coaching approach under Tania Obst. The three-time Super Netball champions defeated the Melbourne Vixens 61- 40 in the grand final at John Cain Arena.
Xabi Alonso refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, but said he was looking to build a squad that had “proper balance”. Chelsea are understood to be in talks over a surprise move to sign the 35-year-old Welbeck from Brighton, with the club also reportedly interested in signing the 36-year-old Henderson from Brentford.
The future of Canberra United has been secured, with a new owner found for the two-time A-League Women champions. After two years of uncertainty, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) announced on Friday that Australian Sports Group (ASG) has taken charge of Canberra’s licence.
Stalled CBA negotiations have cast a pall over the game in Australia when it might be harnessing interest around the Socceroos’ World Cup run . The heartbreak from the Socceroos’ penalty shootout defeat to Egypt and exit from the World Cup is still raw, but normal programming in Australian football is starting to resume.
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.
CHICAGO — WNBA All-Star Weekend may last only a few days, but for broadcasters such as ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt, there’s little downtime.
More than 3,000 miles from her roots in Newton, Massachusetts, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton has made San Francisco her second home. Over the past two years, she has spent much time learning the city, embracing its quirks and discovering hidden gems.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… New York Liberty center Kym Hampton remembers feeling exhausted before even stepping on the basketball court.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… When Teresa Weatherspoon agreed to be a general manager for this week’s WNBA All-Star Game, it wasn’t a case of the league calling in a Basketball Hall of Famer out of touch with today’s stars.
NEW YORK — Five years after delivering one of the more memorable speeches in ESPYS history, in which she called out the coverage disparity for Black women athletes in the media, Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers said the problem still exists.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Somewhere between the WNBA’s biggest cultural moment in a generation and streetwear’s full takeover of professional sports, Indiana found its guy.
In Nigerian culture, Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike said, a person’s full name acts as an affirmation. Ogwumike, whose full name is Nnemkadi Chinwe Ogwumike, said Nnemkadi means “mother supreme,” Chinwe means “God gives,” and Ogwumike means “warrior.”.
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.
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.