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BBC

Late arrival & incredible comeback - Burnley deepen Palace woes

The Clarets' remarkable first-half fightback keeps alive their slim hopes of Premier League survival, but where does it leave Crystal Palace?.

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BBC

'Up to owner to make change' - Dyche under major scrutiny

Nottingham Forest manager Sean Dyche's position is under major scrutiny following the goalless draw at home to bottom side Wolves.

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BBC

Will West Ham make 40-point mark crucial in relegation fight?

The 40-point mark - or thereabouts - could well be back in vogue when it comes to guaranteeing survival this term, with an in-form West Ham attempting to chase down the sides above them.

BBC • Football → 1 hour ago

Fox Sports

Sad truth over historic scene as star distraught over $230m twist; title race heats up — PL Wrap

Manchester City ramped up the pressure on Premier League leaders Arsenal by strolling to a 3-0 win over Fulham on Wednesday to cut the gap at the top to three points.

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Cricinfo

Paul Stirling's knee injury 'doesn't look great'

Ireland's skipper hurt his knee while taking a catch before retiring hurt after running his first single having opened the batting in the unsuccessful chase against Australia.

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ESPN

Embiid sits vs. Knicks, to use break to rest knee

Joel Embiid (right knee injury management) did not play against the Knicks on Wednesday night and will be reevaluated after the All-Star break.

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ESPN

Sochan waived by Spurs, becomes free agent

The Spurs waived Jeremy Sochan on Wednesday, allowing the 2023 All-Rookie team forward to become a free agent.

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ESPN

Hawks' Gueye, Wolves' Reid fined $35K for tussle

The NBA has fined the Hawks' Mouhamed Gueye and Timberwolves' Naz Reid $35,000 apiece for their roles in a jersey-grabbing tussle Monday.

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ESPN

Federer's HOF ceremony sells out in 2 minutes

Roger Federer's induction ceremony sold out in two minutes, the International Tennis Hall of Fame said Wednesday in announcing plans to add an outdoor watch party that will make room for thousands more fans.

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BBC

Man City 'breathing down Arsenal's neck' as title 'belief' grows

Pep Guardiola vowed his Manchester City side would "breathe down the neck of Arsenal" as they aim to hunt down the Premier League leaders in this fascinating title race.

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NRL

There's nothing wrong with me and Madge: Haas hoses rumours

Payne Haas has released a statement opening up on his decision to depart the Broncos and jojn Souths.

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Fox Sports

‘Unfair’: Haas breaks silence on ‘hard’ Broncos defection amid Madge rift rumours

Payne Haas has broken his silence on his shock decision to leave the Brisbane Broncos after 10 years to take up a three-year deal with the Rabbitohs.

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Fox Sports

‘One-club player’: Benji locks up cult hero with Tigers extension — NRL Daily

The Tigers have locked up cult hero Alex Twal with a contract extension on the eve of the 2026 pre-season in a huge boost for Benji Marshall and the club.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Payne Haas reveals real reason he’s leaving Broncos for Souths in first interview

The superstar prop addressed rumours of a fallout with Brisbane coach Michael Maguire and why family was central to his lucrative decision.

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NRL

Raiders prepare for pilgrimage to their very own 'Taj Mahal'

Ricky Stuart’s Raiders will return to Seiffert Oval on Friday for week two of the Witzer Pre-Season Challenge, a place former players will forever call their ‘spiritual home’ and where one of rugby league's greatest dynasties was born.

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Fox Sports

The Madge irony as Tigers look to rival team in bid to end NRL’s longest finals drought

The story of the Wests Tigers is a tale of a club that seems to treat stability like an allergy.

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Fox Sports

Mystery as star tries to revive career; smokey in crucial No.7 race — Pre-season Talking Pts

South Sydney’s Payne Haas coup has dominated the NRL news cycle this week but attention now turns to the first full weekend Pre-Season Challenge matches.

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Fox Sports

‘It’s done’: Haas camp sets record straight over backflip, fallout rumours as big change revealed

Broncos star Payne Haas has added a Muslim name — Hakeem — in line with his faith, as his manager revealed he is no chance of backflipping on his switch to join the Rabbitohs.

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NRL

Two years of pain: Dolphins duo ready for emotional return to field

Dolphins skipper Tom Gilbert has outlined his goal of returning to the representative arena as he looks to put three frustrating years of injuries behind him.

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Fox Sports

Why Haas stunner is shades of Madge’s almighty fallout with Souths superstar — Crawls

Will the Brisbane Broncos suffer the same fate as South Sydney did under Michael Maguire a decade ago - when ‘Madge’ fell out with big Sam Burgess?.

Fox Sports • NRL → 6 hours ago

Rugby League

NRL

'Big moment for me': How Māori clash became Duncan's coming of age

Rabbitohs playmaker Cody Walker believes the rise of backrower Tallis Duncan after representing his Indigenous heritage in last year’s All Stars demonstrates why the annual clash is so important.

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BBC

What can we expect from 2026 Super League season?

With the 2026 Super League season about to kick off on its 30th anniversary, BBC Sport explains what to look out for during a bumper World Cup year.

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Sydney Morning Herald

‘He shook Wayne’s hand’: Why Haas won’t backflip on Souths deal

The man who brokered the Payne Haas deal has addressed suggestions that money – or a fallout with Michael Maguire – is behind a shock move to South Sydney.

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Sydney Morning Herald

Gronk launches fresh NRL Vegas ad

NFL legend Rob Gronkowski and US sports media personality Colin Cowherd launch this year’s advertising campaign for Las Vegas.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 18 hours ago

NRL

'Football but not as you know it': Fox Sports personalities launch Vegas campaign

NFL legend Rob Gronkowski has found the perfect tonic for football fans suffering from a Super Bowl hangover. Rugby League Las Vegas. .

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Sydney Morning Herald

‘America, you have to see this’: First look at how NRL will be sold to Americans

Just days after the Super Bowl, a new 30-second advertising campaign is urging Americans to check out rugby league for their off-season footy fix.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 20 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘No pads. No armour. No timeouts’: How the NRL will be sold to the US

Just days after the Super Bowl, a new 30-second advertising campaign is urging Americans to check out rugby league for their off-season footy fix.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 20 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Brother adds new chapter to one of rugby league’s great tragedies

Brian Pouniu sat by his older brother Joseph’s hospital bed after the latter’s life was upended by a horror spinal injury. Now the younger man is set to earn his stripes as a Dolphin.

Sydney Morning Herald • NRL → 22 hours ago

NRL

'Driving the standard': The cubs pushing Wests Tigers towards long-term success

Saturday's Witzer Pre-Season Challenge will provide fans with their first look at the next generation of Tigers stars.

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Fox Sports

Inside Broncos’ scary new reality as Madge’s dynasty threatens to become last dance

It started with a classic bit of Michael ‘Madge’ Maguire culture building.

Fox Sports • NRL → 24 hours ago

American Football

ESPN

Porter: Roethlisberger 'not a good teammate'

Ex-Steelers linebacker and assistant coach Joey Porter Sr. said quarterback Ben Roethlisberger wasn't a good teammate or person in a podcast last week.

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ESPN

Champ Darnold thanks Seahawks for belief in him

Sam Darnold thanked the Seahawks for believing in him as the team celebrated its Super Bowl LX championship at Lumen Field.

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ESPN

Ex-Jets LB jailed without bond on murder charge

A judge on Wednesday kept former Jets first-round draft pick Darron Lee in jail without bond as he faces a first-degree murder charge in the death of his girlfriend.

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The Athletic

Pastor shares inside story of legal wedding at Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show

Antonio Reyes of Sacramento's Project Church called the Super Bowl nuptials "the quickest ceremony I've ever done.".

The Athletic • NFL → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

WNBA's Rickea Jackson offers to testify vs. Falcons rookie James Pearce in domestic case

The Falcons' rookie edge rusher is facing five felony charges, including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and aggravated stalking.

The Athletic • NFL → 5 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Seahawks' Ernest Jones screams message at Super Bowl parade to doubters: 'F*** you'

Before heading to the Seattle Seahawks’ championship ceremony and parade on Wednesday morning, outspoken linebacker Ernest Jones IV joined “Up & Adams” and had a message for all the doubters.

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Yahoo Sports

Seahawks LB Ernest Jones' message for the doubters at Super Bowl parade: 'F*** you'

Before heading to the Seattle Seahawks’ championship ceremony and parade on Wednesday morning, outspoken linebacker Ernest Jones IV joined “Up & Adams” and had a message for all the doubters.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

Defiant Seahawks celebrate Super Bowl title: 'A lot of people didn't believe'

Three days after claiming the second Lombardi Trophy in franchise history, the Seahawks relished in victory and taunted their doubters.

The Athletic • NFL → 5 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

2026 NFL combine primer: Schedule, how to watch, 40-yard dash and more

The 2026 NFL Draft is the marquee event of the offseason, and the first big step in the evaluation process is right around the corner. The 2026 NFL scouting combine will take place Feb. 22-March 2 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 6 hours ago

ESPN

Syracuse AD Wildhack to retire after 10 years

Syracuse athletic director John Wildhack is retiring after 10 years at the school.

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NFLAmerican Football

The Athletic

Which 2026 NFL Draft prospects received invites to NFL Scouting Combine?

There are 319 NFL Draft prospects invited to the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, which begins with player arrivals in Indianapolis on Feb. 22.

The Athletic • NFL → 6 hours ago

ESPN

Falcons' DC 'disappointed' by Pearce arrest news

Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich said Wednesday that he was "obviously disappointed" by the news of edge rusher James Pearce Jr.'s arrest.

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Yahoo Sports

NFL free agents: Top 25 includes a Super Bowl MVP, some starting QBs and George Pickens

The New England Patriots showed how valuable of a tool free agency can be. Not many teams have the cap space or the desire to spend like the Patriots last year, but New England remade its roster through a great free-agency haul and a strong draft.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

Panthers, Dave Canales add familiar face in Darrell Bevell to help with offense

Canales and Bevell spent seven seasons together on the Seahawks' staff under Pete Carroll.

The Athletic • NFL → 7 hours ago

ESPN

Challenges facing the Bills, Brady -- and how to overcome them

A look back at how Buffalo fell short and how GM Brandon Beane and coach Joe Brady can move forward in 2026.

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ESPN

Sources: Ex-Titans HC Callahan joins Giants' staff

The Giants are hiring former Titans head coach Brian Callahan as their quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator, sources told ESPN.

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ESPN

ESPN to make Super Bowl year-round experience

ESPN is planning on making the Super Bowl a year-around experience instead of just one day. At the forefront of the promotion is "Year of the Super Bowl," which will see extensive promotion and programming across ESPN, ABC and Disney stations.

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ESPN

WNBA player offers to testify vs. Pearce in DV case

An attorney for WNBA player Rickea Jackson said she is "willing to testify" against Falcons player James Pearce Jr. if the domestic violence charges against him go to trial.

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The Athletic

ESPN launches 'Year of the Super Bowl' to count down to February 2027

More than 365 days in advance, ESPN is basically starting its Super Bowl pregame show now with its “Year of the Super Bowl” that will include expanded NFL programming; as well as expanded promotion throughout the Disney empire.

The Athletic • NFL → 9 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Former Titans head coach Brian Callahan reportedly lands with Giants as QBs coach, passing game coordinator

John Harbaugh is reportedly adding another former NFL head coach to his inaugural New York Giants offensive staff.

Yahoo Sports • NFL → 11 hours ago

Ice Hockey

The Athletic

What we saw on Day 1 of Olympic men's hockey: Slovakia stuns Finland, Landeskog returns

Slovakia upset Finland on Wednesday, setting the stage for what could be a wild tournament in an age of increasing international parity.

The Athletic • NHL → 2 hours ago

The Athletic

Juraj Slafkovský is once again proving to be 'that guy' for Slovakia at the Olympics

Slafkovský delivered in Slovakia's opening win over Finland, and his teammates couldn't be happier: “He performed like a No. 1 draft pick.”.

The Athletic • NHL → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Can Tage Thompson and Quinn Hughes give Team USA a needed boost for Olympic gold?

At last year's 4 Nations Face-Off, Thompson was snubbed from the U.S. team and Hughes missed the tournament due to an injury.

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The Athletic

Charlie McAvoy’s Olympic diary: On Coach Snoop, meeting Chock and Bates and prep for Latvia

On the eve of Team USA's debut in the men's hockey tournament, McAvoy chronicles his Olympic adventures for The Athletic.

The Athletic • NHL → 6 hours ago

ESPN

Slovakia stuns Finland to open men's hockey play

Juraj Slafkovsky scored twice to pick up where he left off four years ago as Slovakia pulled off an upset in the first men's hockey game of the Milan Cortina Olympics by beating Finland 4-1.

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The Athletic

How the perspective of Olympic margins prepared Canada to start the men’s hockey tournament

The Olympics are inherently about minutiae, the details that differentiate a win from a loss. Canada's penalty kill is among them.

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ESPN

Who wins the Olympic men's hockey tournament? Intel on all 12 countries

The NHL is back at the Olympics! Here are the top players to know, each team's medal chances and schedule, and much more.

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The Athletic

What's the next phase of Blackhawks' rebuild? Mailbag

The Blackhawks want to implement more of their early-round draft picks into the NHL. Here's what that might look like.

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The Athletic

Behind Oliver Ekman-Larsson's Olympic journey: A lifetime of lessons from home

Oliver Ekman-Larsson surprised the hockey world by playing his way onto Team Sweden. His former-Olympian grandfather helped him get there.

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The Athletic

Ranking the greatest men's Olympic hockey teams from Canada and the USA

Just because there's no NHL games doesn't mean there's no topical teams to rank. From first to 12th, here's North America's finest.

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NHLIce Hockey

The Athletic

As NHL players return to Olympics, blended officiating will be on full display

Without much fanfare, the NHL and IIHF have spent the last five years or so diligently narrowing the gap between rulebooks.

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The Athletic

NHL trade matchmaker: Predicting where top targets go by the deadline, part 5

Where could Vincent Trocheck, Bobby McMann, Evander Kane and Jesper Wallstedt end up by the deadline? Our insiders' picks.

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The Athletic

Olympic hockey neck guard mandate is a major opportunity for NHL adoption

If the world’s best hockey players can adapt to a new piece of equipment, perhaps more of the NHL will follow suit.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

The men's Olympic hockey tournament format is terrible. Here's how to fix it

A format similar to the women's side would make for a stronger men's tournament, with more competitive games and fewer blowouts.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

For former NHLers in Milan, the Olympics are a last chance to earn one more opportunity

Some ex-NHLers are hoping to catch the NHL's eye in Milan. If they prove they can still hang against the world's best, anything’s possible.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

Olympic men's hockey odds: Canada enters as favorite ahead of Team USA

Team USA is bringing one of its best teams to the Olympics ever, but Canada is still favored to win gold in men's hockey.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

Olympic men’s hockey cheat sheet: Canada vs. USA, schedules, watch guide

Everything you need to know about the latest edition of international best-on-best men's hockey in Milan.

The Athletic • NHL → 14 hours ago

The Athletic

Which NHL players are at the 2026 Winter Olympics? A guide for every fan base

Nearly 150 total players from all 32 NHL teams will be in Milan. What are the biggest storylines for each team's fan base at the Games?.

The Athletic • NHL → 15 hours ago

The Athletic

USA blanks Canada in women's hockey as Marie-Philip Poulin's absence looms large

The Americans continued their dominant run at the 2026 Olympics, defeating Canada 5-0 on Tuesday in their final group-stage game.

The Athletic • NHL → 1 day ago

ESPN

Canada, U.S. top men's gold medal betting odds

With the return of NHL players to the Olympics, Canada is favored to win the gold medal at +115 odds followed by the U.S. at +175, per DraftKings.

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Football

BBC

Havertz could miss four matches with muscle injury

Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has picked up a muscle injury and is set for another spell on the sidelines.

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The Guardian

Virgil van Dijk rises to occasion as Liverpool end Sunderland record

Arne Slot does not believe his job security hinges on Liverpool securing Champions League qualification this spring but the Dutchman would much prefer not to put that particular notion to the test. On this evidence there seems a decent chance last season’s title winning manager will not have to.

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BBC

Bayern and Chelsea eye Verbruggen - Thursday's gossip

Bayern Munich will target Bart Verbruggen, John Stones looks set to leave Manchester City, Atletico Madrid are plotting a move for Marc Cucurella, plus more.

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ESPN

USWNT's Bethune off to KC, Hutton joins Bay FC

United States midfielder Croix Bethune has joined the Kansas City Current, and USWNT midfielder Claire Hutton has joined Bay FC, in a pair of separate seven-figure moves, multiple sources have confirmed to ESPN.

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ESPN

Milner equals Premier League appearance record

James Milner equaled Gareth Barry's all-time Premier League appearance record with his 653rd outing in Brighton's match with Aston Villa.

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ESPN

⚽ Mind-blowing stats behind Milner's PL career

James Milner equaled a Premier League record that many thought would never be matched when he featured for Brighton against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

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ESPN

Miami friendly in PR postponed after Messi injury

Inter Miami CF's friendly with Independiente del Valle in Puerto Rico has been postponed for two weeks after Lionel Messi sustained a muscle strain in his left hamstring during its last preseason game against Barcelona SC on Saturday.

ESPN • Football → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Haaland leads Man City win to cut gap to Arsenal

Erling Haaland moved joint-fourth on Manchester City's all-time scorer's list as Pep Guardiola's side overpowered Fulham 3-0 to turn up the heat on Arsenal.

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ESPN

Fan group: Ratcliffe immigrant views 'concerning'

A Manchester United supporters group condemned comments made by part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe after the British billionaire said the UK has been "colonised" by immigrants.

ESPN • Football → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

'Offensive and wrong': Keir Starmer condemns Manchester United's Jim Ratcliffe for comments on immigrants

Ratcliffe, who has resided in Monaco since 2020, offered misleading and inaccurate observations about the UK's immigrant population.

The Athletic • Premier League → 3 hours ago

Formula 1Motorsport

Formula 1

TECH TALK: Delving into Audi's surprising new sidepods

F1 technical expert Sam Collins gives his take on Audi's new-look sidepods that appeared in the first pre-season test.

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Formula 1

Watch as the F1 TV crew unpack Day 1 of first Bahrain test

The F1 TV crew analyse what happened on Day 1 of the first pre-season test in Bahrain ahead of the 2026 campaign.

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Formula 1

What we learned from Day 1 of the first Bahrain test

The sound of 2026-spec Formula 1 cars reverberated around the Bahrain International Circuit on Wednesday as the much-anticipated opening day of pre-season testing began.

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Formula 1

Wolff points to ‘very strong Verstappen’ as testing begins

Toto Wolff made clear that Mercedes “have to get our act together” as pre-season testing develops at the Bahrain International Circuit, after taking note of a “very, very strong” Max Verstappen and Red Bull.

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Formula 1

‘Mood has lifted’ at Williams in Bahrain – Vowles

James Vowles feels that the “mood has lifted” at Williams as the team hit the track for official pre-season testing in Bahrain, having missed the Barcelona Shakedown just two weeks earlier.

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Formula 1

Watch cars hit the track on Day 1 of opening Bahrain test

See all 11 cars hit the track during the first pre-season test in Bahrain.

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Formula 1

Catch the action from Day 1 of the first Bahrain test

The first day of the opening pre-season testing in Bahrain is now complete.

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ESPN

F1 champion Norris tops day 1 of Bahrain testing

Newly-crowned world champion Lando Norris kept his McLaren top of the order on the first official day of Formula 1 preseason testing for 2026.

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Formula 1

Norris heads Verstappen and Leclerc on first test day in Bahrain

Lando Norris topped the timesheets as pre-season testing kicked off at the Bahrain International Circuit on Wednesday, leading the way from Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc.

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Formula 1

THIS WEEK IN F1: 10 quiz questions on the latest Formula 1 news

Test your knowledge of the Formula 1 news from the past seven days...

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Motorsport

ESPN

Who has won Daytona 500? All-time NASCAR winners list

Richard Petty won more Daytona 500 races than any other driver, with seven titles. Take a peek at the all-time NASCAR winners list now.

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ESPN

What are NASCAR's crown jewel races? Daytona 500 and more

The Daytona 500 is NASCAR's marquee event. Find out more about their yearly top races -- otherwise known as crown jewels.

ESPN • Motorsport → 8 hours ago

Formula 1

Hamilton reflects on decision to change race engineer

Lewis Hamilton has opened up on the “difficult decision” to part ways with former race engineer Riccardo Adami, with the seven-time World Champion suggesting that not yet having a permanent replacement could be “detrimental” for him.

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The Guardian

Hamilton warns F1 over ‘ridiculously complex’ new rules after spin in testing

Lewis Hamilton has issued a striking warning that fans may struggle to understand Formula One’s new regulations for the 2026 season, calling them “ridiculously complex” after having spun while testing his new Ferrari in Bahrain.

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ESPN

Wolff: Red Bull, not Mercedes, the 2026 benchmark

Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff believes Red Bull has set the early benchmark for power unit performance under Formula 1's new regulations.

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BBC

F1 2026 cars in pictures at Bahrain testing

Fans got a first look at all the 2026 Formula 1 cars on track on the first day of testing in Bahrain.

BBC • Formula 1 → 9 hours ago

ESPN

Hamilton: Fans 'need a degree' to get new F1 terms

Lewis Hamilton thinks Formula 1 fans will need a university degree in the sport's new regulations just to understand what's happening in races this year.

ESPN • Formula 1 → 10 hours ago

ESPN

Hamilton confirms 'detrimental' engineer change

Lewis Hamilton revealed his Ferrari race engineer will change for a second time early in the 2026 season, saying on Wednesday that he expects the lack of stability to be "detrimental.".

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BBC

New F1 rules 'ridiculously complex' - Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton says that "none of the fans are going to understand" some of the new rules introduced into F1 this year.

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Formula 1

Verstappen tops first morning of Bahrain opening test

The first session of 2026 pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit has seen Max Verstappen top the timesheets.

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Baseball

The Athletic

Zack Wheeler and the Phillies are optimistic as he takes his comeback day by day

A winter spent rehabbing with Phillies staff played a role in the optimism the club and Wheeler feel about his recovery.

The Athletic • MLB → 2 hours ago

ESPN

Royals' Bubic wins arbitration; Jays' Lauer loses

Kris Bubic won his arbitration case against the Royals and will make $5.15M, while fellow left-hander Eric Lauer lost his hearing to the Blue Jays and gets $4.4M.

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The Athletic

With key teammates retained, Joe Ryan 'really happy' to return to Twins

Ryan didn't reflect on the trying final two months of the Twins' 2025 season.

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ESPN

Reports: Sánchez back to Brewers on 1-year deal

Veteran catcher Gary Sánchez has agreed to terms on a $1.75 million, one-year contract with the Brewers, according to multiple reports.

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ESPN

Mets' Lindor opts for surgery, out at least 6 weeks

Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has opted to have surgery on his left hamate bone and will miss at least six weeks, manager Carlos Mendoza said.

ESPN • MLB → 5 hours ago

ESPN

Rockies' Bryant to 60-day IL as back issues persist

Kris Bryant, who has played just 48 games over the past two seasons, has been placed on the 60-day injured list by the Rockies as spring training begins.

ESPN • MLB → 5 hours ago

ESPN

Cubs name Palencia closer for Opening Day

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell on Wednesday named right-hander Daniel Palencia as the team's closer for Opening Day.

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ESPN

ESPN's first points-league mock draft for 2026

Check out the results of our first fantasy baseball head-to-head points mock draft of 2026, featuring round-by-round picks and a snapshot of the rosters of all 10 teams.

ESPN • MLB → 6 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NL West offseason grades: Can the Padres, D-backs or Giants challenge the Dodgers in their quest to three-peat?

The National League West is a division of extremes. On one end, we have the back-to-back champion Dodgers, with their payroll that rivals some divisions’ combined spending.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 6 hours ago

The Athletic

Francisco Lindor heads for hand surgery as Mets hope for Opening Day return

Mets officials talk about having “four shortstops” in Lindor, Marcus Semien, Bo Bichette and Jorge Polanco. That depth will be tested early.

The Athletic • MLB → 6 hours ago

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The Athletic

Netflix pursuing Barry Bonds for coverage of Giants vs. Yankees on Opening Day: Sources

Netflix is also trying to sign CC Sabathia to be a part of its Opening Day coverage, according to sources briefed on the discussions.

The Athletic • MLB → 7 hours ago

ESPN

D-backs star Carroll sidelined with broken hand

Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll broke the hamate bone in his right hand and will undergo surgery Wednesday, leaving him out of the World Baseball Classic and in question for Opening Day.

ESPN • MLB → 7 hours ago

ESPN

Dodgers re-sign Phillips, expect his return in July

Reliever Evan Phillips, who is coming off Tommy John surgery and isn't expected to return until July, agreed to a one-year, $6.5M contract to return to the Dodgers.

ESPN • MLB → 7 hours ago

ESPN

Source: Rehabbing Montgomery rejoins Rangers

Three seasons after being part of the Texas Rangers' only World Series championship, Jordan Montgomery has agreed to a one-year deal to rejoin the team, a source told ESPN.

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ESPN

O's Holliday to have surgery, miss Opening Day

Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will undergo surgery to repair a broken hamate bone in his right hand Thursday and will miss Opening Day.

ESPN • MLB → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

D-Backs Corbin Carroll, O's Jackson Holliday each set for surgery for broken bone in hand

The Mets' Francisco Lindor also has a hamate bone issue that requires surgery.

The Athletic • MLB → 9 hours ago

ESPN

Topps' 75th anniversary set gives fans a chance to pull iconic baseball cards

For the 75th anniversary, a panel of executives, journalists and collectors selected the 75 best Topps cards of all time and inserted corresponding redemption cards into their latest release.

ESPN • MLB → 9 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll, Orioles' Jackson Holliday both expected to miss time with hamate-bone injuries

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll will reportedly miss the World Baseball Classic and is in danger of missing Opening Day due to a broken hamate bone in his right wrist, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 9 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll, Orioles' Jackson Holliday both expected to miss time due to hamate bone injuries

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll will reportedly miss the World Baseball Classic and is in danger of missing Opening Day due to a broken hamate bone in his right hand, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Yahoo Sports • MLB → 9 hours ago

ESPN

From a 6-foot-7 outfielder to a 5-foot-7 spark plug: One player to watch in spring training for all 30 MLB teams

From prospects with big expectations to All-Stars returning from injury, here's who we're paying attention to.

ESPN • MLB → 10 hours ago

Rugby Union

ESPN

Serious state of flux: NZ Rugby's challenges extend beyond All Blacks coach

Not so long ago New Zealand was the envy of the rugby world, the golden age from 2011 to 2015 produced arguably the greatest team in history. These days, though, New Zealand finds itself in a serious state of flux.

ESPN • Rugby → 3 hours ago

The Guardian

‘A spiral is unpredictable’: George Ford on the science of his aerial bazooka

Shedding its recent reputation for risk aversion, kicking is taking on a new tactical dimension as rugby evolves.

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 7 hours ago

The Guardian

Ditch all honorary titles for a better world

Naming equality | Rugby toilets | Tesco jobs | Sturdy Y-fronts | Pillow talk. Stripping Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor of his titles inadvertently points the direction towards a less status-conscious, more equal, society (Letters, 10 February).

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 8 hours ago

BBC

Wales performance against England 'not acceptable'

Wales assistant coach Matt Sherratt says the squad faced a 'brutally honest' debrief after the 48-7 Six Nations loss to England.

BBC • Rugby Union → 9 hours ago

BBC

Scotland great Konkel to end playing career

Harlequins Women's captain Jade Konkel, the former Scotland forward, will retire as a player at the end of the 2025-26 season.

BBC • Rugby Union → 10 hours ago

The Guardian

Local rivalries are key for Wallabies as Super Rugby starts the new season full of hope

Australia’s club sides can drive each other to greater heights in a year that will prove crucial ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup. The 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season kicks off this weekend and Australia needs its four provinces to make a stirring statement ahead of the 2027 home World Cup.

The Guardian • Rugby Union → 11 hours ago

BBC

Onyeama-Christie & Segun sign new Saracens deals

Saracens flanker Andy Onyeama-Christie and winger Rotimi Segun agree new contracts to stay with the Prem club.

BBC • Rugby Union → 11 hours ago

BBC

Any England jersey a 'pleasure to wear' - Hassell-Collins

Leicester Tigers winger Ollie Hassell-Collins says he relishes wearing the England jersey ,no matter the match or stage he is on.

BBC • Rugby Union → 13 hours ago

BBC

Wales stalwart Lake announces retirement

Kerin Lake says it has been an honour to wear the Wales jersey and thanks friends and family for their support.

BBC • Rugby Union → 14 hours ago

BBC

Ireland's next string 'a long way off' - O'Brien

Former Ireland flanker Sean O'Brien believes there is a "big gap" between Andy Farrell's Test squad and his untested options.

BBC • Rugby Union → 14 hours ago

NBABasketball

The Athletic

Spurs waive Jeremy Sochan after failing to make trade at deadline

Spurs discussed potential deadline deals for Sochan with the Knicks, Bulls and Suns, among others.

The Athletic • NBA → 3 hours ago

RealGM

How to watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Phoenix Suns NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, RSNs, livestream providers, international coverage

On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, the league-leading Oklahoma City Thunder travel to the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona, to face a surging Phoenix Suns team that has fundamentally redefined its identity under first-year head coach Jordan Ott.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

RealGM

Jeremy Sochan Waived By Spurs

The San Antonio Spurs have waived Jeremy Sochan. Sochan appeared in 28 of the Spurs 53 games this season, averaging 4.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 assist in 12.8 minutes.

RealGM • Basketball → 3 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Spurs reportedly release former lottery pick, All-Rookie selection Jeremy Sochan

The San Antonio Spurs have released former lottery pick and All-Rookie team selection Jeremy Sochan, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.  Sochan will be a free agent, per the report. The Spurs selected Sochan with the No.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 3 hours ago

RealGM

NBA Slam Dunk Contest: How to watch, streaming details and participants for All-Star Saturday night event

While the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend will introduce some tweaks to its format, much of the festivities will stick to tradition. One thing that remains unchanged is NBA All-Star Saturday Night, a marquee event that never fails to captivate basketball fans worldwide.

RealGM • Basketball → 4 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Jazz sit their stars, Pistons & Hornets players suspended + trade deadline fallout for Cavs & Bulls

Subscribe to The Big NumberApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeWe have an action-packed episode of The Big Number for you! First, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine discuss the controversial way the Utah Jazz are utilizing Jaren Jackson Jr.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 4 hours ago

RealGM

How to watch Detroit Pistons vs Toronto Raptors NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, livestream providers

This contest, set to tip off at 7:30 p.m. ET at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, serves as a critical final examination for both franchises before the All-Star.

RealGM • Basketball → 5 hours ago

RealGM

Pacers Also Had Trade Interest In Jarrett Allen, Onyeka Okongwu

In addition to Ivica Zubac, the Indiana Pacers also targeted centers Jarrett Allen and Onyeka Okongwu ahead of the trade deadline. The Pacers acquired Zubac from the Los Angeles Clippers as they hope to return title contention next season when Tyrese Haliburton returns from his Achilles injury.

RealGM • Basketball → 6 hours ago

RealGM

How to watch San Antonio Spurs vs Golden State Warriors NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, livestream providers

This matchup, set to take place at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California, occurs at a critical juncture of the season, as teams position themselves for the post-All-Star break run to end the season. The contest, featuring a 10:00 p.

RealGM • Basketball → 7 hours ago

ESPN

NBA bans Stewart, Bridges, 2 others for brawl

The NBA has suspended Detroit's Isaiah Stewart and Jalen Duren and Charlotte's Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate for their roles in Monday's brawl.

ESPN • NBA → 7 hours ago

Basketball

Fox Sports

‘Eager to come back’: NBL import’s next moves revealed after record-breaking season

Taipans revelation Andrew Andrews is “eager” to return to the NBL for next season, according to his agent, as the star import prepares to link up with another popular overseas league.

Fox Sports • Basketball → 3 hours ago

Fox Sports

NBL 2026: How the NBL finals work, road to NBL26 championship, finals bracket and fixture, latest news

Since NBL23, the league has operated under a revised finals format, but despite being in place for several seasons now, confusion still surrounds how the system actually works.

Fox Sports • Basketball → 3 hours ago

ESPN

Big 12 adding LED-powered floor for tourneys

The Big 12 Conference will play its men's and women's basketball tournaments on a high-tech embedded with LED technology that will allow the conference to feature data-driven graphics, advertising and even games for fans during timeouts.

ESPN • College Basketball → 6 hours ago

ESPN

Bueckers, Clark, Reese highlight U.S. senior team

Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will make their U.S. senior national team competitive debuts at the FIBA Women's World Cup qualifying tournament.

ESPN • WNBA → 7 hours ago

ESPN

John Tesh to perform live at NBA All-Star Game

Sunday will mark the first live performance of John Tesh's song in a sports arena, the NBA said. Ludacris will perform Saturday before the All-Star dunk contest.

ESPN • NBA → 7 hours ago

The Stein Line

NBA How It Happened: The Deal of the Deadline

The Washington Wizards might have made the loudest headlines of NBA Trade Season with their separate deals to acquire Trae Young and Anthony Davis. The Utah Jazz also swung big to pilfer Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Grizzlies amid Memphis' ongoing efforts to move off of Ja Morant.

The Stein Line → 7 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

2026 NBA All-Star Game: Everything you need to know about the new USA vs. World format

You have questions about the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, which for the first time pits the USA vs. World in a round-robin tournament of three teams across four 12-minute games.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 7 hours ago

ESPN

Flagg, Thompson and Wembanyama are the Got Next trio in NBA The Run

Another trio of players have been announced for NBA The Run, a fast-paced and stylized basketball game launching this year.

ESPN • NBA → 8 hours ago

RealGM

How to watch New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers NBA game

Scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. ET, this matchup serves as a critical litmus test for two franchises navigating disparate trajectories in the Eastern Conference.

RealGM • Basketball → 8 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

The Lottery Wheel: A radical, complete and long-overdue fix for NBA tanking

Tanking in the NBA is getting out of hand. Jaren Jackson Jr. made his debut with the Utah Jazz and had 22 points through three quarters.

Yahoo Sports • NBA → 8 hours ago

Premier LeagueFootball

The Athletic

James Milner making Premier League history, more than 23 years on from his debut

As Manuel Pellegrini said during his time at Manchester City: 'Show me another player who does all the things that Milner does well'.

The Athletic • Football → 3 hours ago

The Athletic

Manchester City 3 Fulham 0: Semenyo the poacher, O'Reilly excels, but Haaland concerns

Pep Guardiola's side keep up the pressure on leaders Arsenal after brushing aside Fulham in the first half.

The Athletic • Premier League → 4 hours ago

The Athletic

Arsenal's Kai Havertz sustains muscular injury, set to miss north London derby

Havertz' injury is compounded by the fact that fellow Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino will miss an extended period due to a foot injury.

The Athletic • Premier League → 4 hours ago

BBC

Frank's downfall: Inside his struggle to get players and fans onboard

Thomas Frank has been sacked as Tottenham manager after just eight months in charge. BBC Sport's Sami Mokbel takes a closer look at his tenure.

BBC • Football → 5 hours ago

The Athletic

Manchester United's Sir Jim Ratcliffe says UK 'has been colonised by immigrants'

Ratcliffe, who moved to Monaco in 2020, said the UK needs a prime minister who is “prepared to be unpopular … to get the big issues sorted”.

The Athletic • Premier League → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

Thomas Frank was meant to bring stability to Spurs, but ended up unpopular with fans and players

There have been some unpopular managers at Spurs in recent years. But even at the worst moments, predecessors were not as scorned as Frank.

The Athletic • Football → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

Should Roberto De Zerbi be in the frame for Premier League jobs?

While the Italian’s tactical know-how borders on footballing genius, his combustible side always seems to come to the fore in season two.

The Athletic • Premier League → 7 hours ago

The Athletic

Why do Manchester United play better when they have less possession?

United can win big as the underdog, but their ceiling is limited by an uneasy tactical fit when they have more of the ball.

The Athletic • Premier League → 8 hours ago

BBC

How does Frank's record compare to other Tottenham managers?

Our Ask Me Anything team explore Thomas Frank's records at Tottenham and how they compared to previous Spurs managers.

BBC • Football → 12 hours ago

The Athletic

Thomas Frank's dreadful Spurs spell is latest example that managers simply can't change style

Tottenham's decision to sack Thomas Frank isn't just bad news for Thomas Frank, it's bad news for managers like him too...

The Athletic • Football → 12 hours ago

Golf

ESPN

How to bet the WM Phoenix Open: Target these Maverick McNealy, Si Woo Kim props

The fourth stop of the PGA Tour season brings us to Scottsdale, where we can expect to see plenty of birdies at the WM Phoenix Open.

ESPN • Golf → 3 hours ago

ESPN

How to bet the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am: Will Chris Gotterup stay hot?

The next stop on the PGA Tour season brings us to Pebble Beach, where looks can be deceiving as far as course difficulty goes.

ESPN • Golf → 3 hours ago

Fox Sports

This Aussie is the next big thing leaving golf’s stars in awe. A LIV loophole changed everything

You are forgiven if you missed it. Under lights in Saudi Arabia, on a breakaway tour, is not exactly where you’d be looking for golf’s next big thing.

Fox Sports • Golf → 6 hours ago

ESPN

How to bet the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am: Will Chris Gotterup stay hot?

The next stop on the PGA Tour season brings us to Pebble Beach, where looks can be deceiving as far as course difficulty goes.

ESPN • Golf → 13 hours ago

ESPN

Thomas cleared by doctors, eyes PGA Tour return

Two-time major champion Justin Thomas was cleared by doctors to resume all golf activity and plans to return to the PGA Tour.

ESPN • Golf → 24 hours ago

ESPN

Rory: Players 'amazing,' but 4 majors is enough

Rory McIlroy believes the Players Championship is one of the best tournaments in the world but pushed back on the narrative that it should be men's golf's fifth major.

ESPN • Golf → 24 hours ago

ESPN

Tiger's son commits to play golf for FSU in 2027

Charlie Woods, the son of Tiger Woods, has verbally committed to play golf at Florida State and will be a member of the 2027 recruiting class.

ESPN • Golf → 1 day ago

ESPN

How to watch 2026 PGA Pebble Beach Pro-Am: ESPN schedule

Rory McIlroy makes his 2026 PGA tour debut at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Here's how to catch the action on the ESPN App.

ESPN • Golf → 1 day ago

ESPN

Best moments: The Bay records first win of the season over Los Angeles

The Bay Golf Club got in the win column on Monday night to keep its playoff hopes alive.

ESPN • Golf → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Don’t get the respect we deserve’: Cameron Smith leads LIV Golf reaction over ‘unfair’ OWGR reality

Cameron Smith on Tuesday led a chorus of discontent over LIV Golf’s standing with the peak world ranking body, saying a landmark OWGR ruling is merely a positive step that falls short of total justice.

Fox Sports • Golf → 2 days ago

Cricket

Fox Sports

Where’s Joe...? Poms slump in huge World Cup boilover as glaring problem exposed

Left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie tore the heart out of England’s much-vaunted middle order on Wednesday as the West Indies won by 30 runs in their T20 World Cup clash in Mumbai.

Fox Sports • Cricket → 4 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

Carey returns to Aussie squad with new tricks up her sleeve

Nicola Carey voted Women's Domestic Player of the Year while Sixers teen Caoimhe Bray named as Betty Wilson Young Player of the Year.

Cricket.com.au → 4 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

Rutherford, Motie shine as Windies sink England

Sam Curran couldn't dig England out of a hole at the T20 World Cup again as their struggles with spin in Asia resurfaced in a 30-run defeat to the West Indies.

Cricket.com.au → 4 hours ago

Cricinfo

England 'too careful' says Harry Brook

"Thank god we won against Nepal the other night. Otherwise we'd be in a tricky situation," says England captain.

Cricinfo → 4 hours ago

Cricket.com.au

First ball, every ball: Ellis 'chaos' puts Ireland in a spin

Nathan Ellis first ball of the T20 World Cup bamboozled Ireland opener Ross Adair.

Cricket.com.au → 5 hours ago

Fox Sports

Cricket news 2026: Australia women vs India series preview, guide, fixtures and dates, how to watch in Australia, squads, Alyssa Healy retirement, Sophie Molineux captain, video

Australia will be hunting revenge during the upcoming multi-format series against World Cup champions India, which doubles as a farewell tour to captain Alyssa Healy.

Fox Sports • Cricket → 6 hours ago

BBC

England too 'careful' in defeat by Windies - Brook

Captain Harry Brook says England's batters were "too careful" in their 30-run defeat by West Indies at the T20 World Cup.

BBC • Cricket → 6 hours ago

Cricinfo

Rutherford, spinners lead West Indies to second straight win

Rutherford scored an unbeaten fifty, while Motie and Chase shared five wickets between them as England went down to West Indies at Wankhede again.

Cricinfo → 7 hours ago

BBC

Injured Madsen 'optimistic' over World Cup return

Italy captain Wayne Madsen says his dislocated shoulder has "already improved" and is hopeful of playing again in the T20 World Cup.

BBC • Cricket → 7 hours ago

Cricinfo

Samson could get another chance if Abhishek misses out against Namibia

Abhishek Sharma was discharged from hospital on Wednesday after being admitted for a stomach bug.

Cricinfo → 7 hours ago

Aussie Rules

Fox Sports

Latest move in big Blues shake-up; Bulldogs bolter emerges after shock call — AFL Daily

Carlton’s off-season off-field shake-up has continued, while illness has sidelined a recent father-son Demons recruit.

Fox Sports • AFL → 4 hours ago

Fox Sports

It’s 4am at a pub and AFL stars are everywhere. It’s ‘one of the great scenes that’ll never get seen’

The upcoming clash between Western Australia and Victoria will be the first official AFL Origin clash in nearly 27 years.

Fox Sports • AFL → 4 hours ago

AFL

Port star no guarantee to face old side in round one

Jason Horne-Francis is no guarantee to feature in round one after an injury-riddled off-season.

AFL • AFL → 6 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘Tarnish the reputation of Australian football’: Why the AFL is fed up with tummy taps, gut punches

The AFL wants to stamp out gut punches, ruling that players will be suspended for intentional strikes to an opponent’s stomach.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 6 hours ago

AFL

A new dawn: What Dees' midfield could look like in 2026

No Christian Petracca or Clayton Oliver, and with Jack Viney sidelined, the Dees' midfield is set to look different in 2026.

AFL • AFL → 6 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘I’ll get him’: Star’s revenge plot as brutal fail sparks huge rematch — SEVEN key Origin match-ups

AFL Origin is two days away, which means it’s time to delve into the potential matchups that’ll draw the eyes of fans.

Fox Sports • AFL → 6 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

As WA’s best get ready to lace up, how will AFL Origin rate against state clashes of old?

A West Australian football great believes this weekend’s AFL Origin will never reach the dizzying heights of the mid-80s, despite the “manufactured” hype.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 7 hours ago

AFL

Rivalry runs deep as stars out to make Origin a regular fixture

Players are out to make Saturday's AAMI AFL Origin game a real spectacle.

AFL • AFL → 16 hours ago

ABC Sport

Channel Nine says Warren Tredrea has now paid legal costs

Channel Nine has confirmed it has received legal costs from former AFL player and sports presenter Warren Tredrea, who was ordered to pay $149,000 to his ex-employer.

ABC Sport • AFL → 16 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

Fans are paying the price for the AFL’s monster TV deal

For a league that routinely describes itself as a custodian of the national game, the decision to prioritise broadcast dollars over accessibility is a failure of responsibility.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 16 hours ago

AFLAussie Rules

Sydney Morning Herald

Carlton legend Peter Dean assaulted in Albury; Blues recruiting chief departs

Carlton great Peter Dean is on the mend after suffering facial and head injuries from an attack in Albury on Monday night, while his former club has parted ways with its recruiting manager.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 18 hours ago

AFL

Feeling Dusty: The lessons Reid can learn from Tigers great

Eagles coach Andrew McQualter sees plenty of parallels between Harley Reid and former Tigers star Dustin Martin.

AFL • AFL → 19 hours ago

ABC Sport

Carlton AFL legend Peter Dean suffers fractured skull in assault

Former AFL player Peter Dean is recovering in hospital after he sustained serious head and facial injuries in an alleged assault at Albury on the New South Wales Victorian border. .

ABC Sport • AFL → 20 hours ago

AFL

King still 'passionate' about Suns ahead of big free agency call

Free agent Ben King insists his feelings about the Suns haven't changed ahead of a big contract call.

AFL • AFL → 20 hours ago

AFL

Footscray VFL product strong contender for Dogs' vacant list spot

Will Lewis is set to get a chance for a train-on opportunity with the Bulldogs.

AFL • AFL → 21 hours ago

Sydney Morning Herald

‘An absolute advantage’: Why Chris Scott’s Origin job could make rival coaches fume

The best players in the AFL are converging on Perth for Saturday’s State of Origin, and it could prove a boon for the Geelong coach.

Sydney Morning Herald • AFL → 21 hours ago

Fox Sports

‘Devastating’: Blues great left unconscious on footpath, taken to hospital after alleged assault

Dual premiership Blue Peter Dean is reportedly recovering in hospital from significant injuries after an alleged assault earlier this week.

Fox Sports • AFL → 21 hours ago

The Guardian

From the Pocket: AFL Origin fills the February void this year, but then what?

Want to get this in your inbox every Wednesday afternoon? Sign up for the AFL newsletter here The AFL’s state of origin game has come with a marketing blitz, a lobster charter off Rottnest Island, some champions saying all the right things and vague and fading memories of the concept’s glory years.

The Guardian • AFL → 21 hours ago

AFL

'Better be careful': WA ruck's cheeky warning to Daicos as Origin heats up

While one of Victoria's top defenders acknowledges players will be on managed minutes, he expects a willing start to the AAMI AFL Origin clash.

AFL • AFL → 21 hours ago

AFL

Power coach understands midfielder's position as star weighs future

The Power are comfortable with their position as star midfielder Zak Butters' contract shapes as a huge talking point in 2026.

AFL • AFL → 23 hours ago

Tennis

ATP

Paul wins final-set tie-break to claim Dallas thriller

Former Nexo Dallas Open champion Tommy Paul was pushed to the brink in his opener on Wednesday, but he found a way past the 2022 finalist Jenson Brooksby to reach the second round at the ATP 500. In a two-hour, 25-minute battle, Paul overcame American countryman Brooksby 4-6, 6-4, 7-6(4).

ATP → 4 hours ago

WTA

Rybakina overcomes Zheng, Kalinskaya blows by Svitolina to reach Doha quarterfinals

Elena Rybakina was pushed hard by Zheng Qinwen. She came from a set down, then held off Zheng's late charge in the decider, before she could walk away with a 4-6, 6-2, 7-5 victory and a spot in the Doha quarterfinals, where she'll face Victoria Mboko.

WTA → 5 hours ago

WTA

Which WTA players would make the best winter Olympians?

Would Iga Swiatek be a great figure skater? How about Coco Gauff on the slopes? WTA players share who they think would make the most seamless transition from the court to the ice.

WTA → 6 hours ago

WTA

Swiatek holds off Kasatkina, sets Doha meeting with Maria Sakkari

Top seed Iga Swiatek rebounded from a first-set stumble to beat Daria Kasatkina 5-7, 6-1, 6-1 and reach the quarterfinals of the Qatar TotalEnergies Open in Doha. The three-time champion will next face former world No. 3 Maria Sakkari, who beat Varvara Gracheva in straight sets.

WTA → 7 hours ago

WTA

Mboko saves match point, defeats Andreeva for the first time in Doha

Victoria Mboko saved match point in an all-teenage Qatar TotalEnergies Open third round to score her first win over Mirra Andreeva, reversing the result of the Adelaide final to advance to her second WTA 1000 quarterfinal. She'll face Elena Rybakina next for a spot in the semis.

WTA → 10 hours ago

ATP

2026 Rio de Janeiro Tennis Prize Money

The Rio Open presented by Claro in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, which this year runs from 16-22 February, has announced a prize money total of $2,469,450 for the 2026 edition.

ATP → 11 hours ago

ATP

2026 Doha Tennis Prize Money

The Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha, Qatar, which this year runs from 16-21 February, has announced a prize money total of $2,833,335 for the 2026 edition.

ATP → 11 hours ago

ATP

Wawrinka, 40, downs Boogaard in historic ATP age gap clash in Rotterdam

Stan Wawrinka marked another memorable moment in his farewell season on Wednesday at the ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam, where he defeated 17-year-old Dutch lucky loser Thijs Boogaard in the first round.

ATP → 12 hours ago

ATP

Djokovic withdraws from Doha, where Alcaraz & Sinner headline

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha due to strong fatigue, the tournament announced Wednesday. The 38-year-old Serbian reached his 11th Australian Open final lost month, when he fell to World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in four sets.

ATP → 12 hours ago

ATP

With behind-the-back hot shot and 'best returning in years', Fritz dazzles in Dallas win

In a Nexo Dallas Open rubber match, Taylor Fritz used a late surge to defeat fellow American Marcos Giron in the opening round at the ATP 500. After the pair split two previous meetings at the event, Fritz prevailed Tuesday night, 6-4, 5-7, 7-6(1), in his first action since the Australian Open.

ATP → 21 hours ago

ATPTennis

ATP

Cilic on 'unreal level' against Federer, unforgettable first ATP match

Marin Cilic celebrated his 600th tour-level win Tuesday at the Nexo Dallas Open, becoming just the second active player behind Novak Djokovic to reach the milestone. In which victory did the former No.

ATP → 22 hours ago

ATP

Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2026: Draws, Dates, History & All You Need To Know

The Qatar ExxonMobil Open is a hard-court ATP 500 in Doha, Qatar. The tournament will feature No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Felix Auger-Aliassime.

ATP → 23 hours ago

ATP

Rio Open presented by Claro 2026: Draws, Dates, History & All You Need To Know

ATP 500 action returns to Brazil where Joao Fonseca, Francisco Cerundolo, Luciano Darderi and Sebastian Baez headline the field at the 12th edition of the Rio Open presented by Claro in Rio de Janeiro.

ATP → 23 hours ago

ATP

Berrettini holds firm, makes triumphant return in Buenos Aires

Matteo Berrettini is back in action on the ATP Tour.

ATP → 24 hours ago

ATP

De Minaur passes Fils test in latest Rotterdam title bid

Could this finally be the year Alex de Minaur breaks through at the ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam? The top-seeded Australian was handed an immediate challenge in the form of heavy-hitting Arthur Fils on Tuesday, but he passed the test with a composed 7-6(3), 6-2 victory.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

Cilic joins Djokovic as only active players with 600 wins

Marin Cilic’s 600th tour-level victory, which he earned against Learner Tien Tuesday at the Nexo Dallas Open, is a reflection of his consistency and longevity, qualities that have helped him earn a place among the modern greats.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

Federer to play in on-court celebration during 2026 Hall of Fame Induction

The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced the 2026 Induction Celebration schedule of events.

ATP → 1 day ago

ATP

Korda earns 150th tour-level win in Dallas, avenges AO defeat to Zheng

Sebastian Korda earned his 150th tour-level win and a measure of revenge with a crisp opening performance Monday night at the Nexo Dallas Open.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

After '100s of DMs', Shelton pairs with Kovacevic for Dallas doubles win

After posting on Instagram about his search for a Nexo Dallas Open doubles partner, Ben Shelton said he received "100s of DMs" from potential teammates.

ATP → 2 days ago

ATP

Home favourite Etcheverry makes fast start in Buenos Aires

Tomas Martin Etcheverry made a winning start on his return to the IEB+ Argentina Open on Monday. The Argentine, competing in the main draw in Buenos Aires for the fifth consecutive time, earned a 6-3, 6-4 win over Italian qualifier Andrea Pellegrino. "It was an incredible match.

ATP → 2 days ago

WTATennis

WTA

Hantuchova on a mission to promote fertility awareness and education

Former Top 5 player Daniela Hantuchova wants WTA players to understand their fertility options, and is committed to spreading valuable information she wishes she had during her career.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Zheng holds on in three to set up meeting with Rybakina in Doha

Fresh off Melbourne, Elena Rybakina moves past Wang Xinyu with authority as Zheng Qinwen survives a demanding three-set test, setting up a third-round meeting shaped by momentum on one side and rebuilding on the other.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Remembering Mark Hodgkinson, respected tennis writer and author

Mark Hodgkinson, a former Daily Telegraph tennis correspondent, covered a defining era of the sport and authored acclaimed books on Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

By the numbers: Swiatek powers into Doha third round, extends WTA 1000 streaks

Top seed Iga Swiatek began her Doha campaign with a 6-0, 6-3 win over Indonesian wild card Janice Tjen to move into the third round. Swiatek also extended her streak to 32 straight opening match-wins at WTA 1000 events.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Takeaways: Mboko, Andreeva set for Adelaide final rematch in Doha third round

The third round of the Qatar TotalEnergies Open will see an Adelaide final rematch between Victoria Mboko and Mirra Andreeva. Following Mboko's straight-sets win over Vera Zvonareva, she'll have an opportunity to even the head-to-head vs. Andreeva.

WTA → 1 day ago

WTA

Inspired by Winter Olympics skiers, Cocciaretto upsets Gauff in Doha

Lucky loser Elisabetta Cocciaretto scored her third career Top 10 win and advanced to the last 16 of a WTA 1000 event for the first time with a straight-sets upset of Coco Gauff at the Qatar TotalEnergies Open -- and revealed afterwards that her friendship with Sofia Goggia, the women's downhill bronze medallist at the Winter Olympics this week, has been an inspiration to her.

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WTA

Pulling back to push forward: How Svitolina found her fight again

Elina Svitolina knew it was time to take a break last fall. And that decision has paid dividends, as the Ukrainian has won 11 of 12 matches to start 2026 and vaulted back into the Top 10.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

Credit One Charleston Open to award record prize money in milestone step for equality

The WTA 500 event becomes the first standalone tournament to proactively meet equal prize benchmarks, doubling its total player compensation for 2026.

WTA → 2 days ago

WTA

By the numbers: Andreeva pulls away from Linette in Doha second-round win

Mirra Andreeva was on the ropes at times in the opening set against Magda Linette, but she saved five set points, blanked her opponent in the first-set tiebreak and ran away with the second set to reach the third round in Doha for the first time.

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WTA

Pliskova, Osorio advance as Anisimova, Raducanu are forced to retire in Doha

Former world No. 1 Karolina Pliskova and qualifier Camila Osorio both advanced in Doha on Monday after their opponents -- defending champion Amanda Anisimova and Emma Raducanu -- retired in the third set of their respective matches.

WTA → 2 days ago

Netball

ABC Sport

Diamonds find 'identity' ahead of gold medal defence

Coach Stacey Marinkovich believes a refreshed Diamonds squad has found its "identity" ahead of attempting to become the first Australian netball team to defend Commonwealth Games gold.

ABC Sport • Netball → 6 hours ago

ABC Sport

All too easy for the Diamonds in sealing series win over Jamaica

Kate Moloney celebrates her 50-game milestone in style as the Australian Diamonds post a 32-goal victory over an understrength Jamaica in Perth.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 days ago

ABC Sport

Australia's netballers thrash Jamaica in first Test

The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

ABC Sport • Netball → 7 days ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds eye timely glimpse of Jamaica in Test series

Australia's netballers expect to gain precious intelligence ahead of a showpiece tournament when they host Jamaica in a three-Test series.

ABC Sport • Netball → 1 week ago

ABC Sport

Diamonds bolster defence for Jamaica series as Commonwealth Games loom

Australia's netball hierarchy settles on a replacement for an injured defender ahead of the Diamonds' three-Test series against Jamaica.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 weeks ago

ABC Sport

'It makes training sessions feel twice as hard': Zara Walters was running on empty

Zara Walters felt tired, dizzy and unable to recover from training sessions — then she found out she was low in iron. It's a condition that often goes undiagnosed, especially in female athletes.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

A rare brain illness couldn't stop Milly from making country netball history

A rare brain illness left Milly Brock unable to walk or speak, but eight months later, she was back leading her regional netball club on grand final day.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

This 18-year-old is the first badged netball umpire in a wheelchair

Brodie Taylor has changed the game of netball by overturning disability preconceptions to become the first person in a wheelchair to attain national netball umpiring accreditation.

ABC Sport • Netball → 2 months ago

ABC Sport

Super Netball eyes expansion as it seeks two new teams

Super Netball could have two additional teams by 2027, with Netball Australia calling for expressions of interest to expand the competition.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 months ago

ABC Sport

Boys changing the game as netball pushes hard for Olympic future

From regional Queensland to state level, boys' netball is gaining momentum and reshaping the future of the sport.

ABC Sport • Netball → 3 months ago

College BasketballBasketball

ESPN

USA vs. the World: men's college basketball edition

The college basketball version of the new NBA All-Star format features elite talent, including 11 freshmen.

ESPN • College Basketball → 11 hours ago

ESPN

BYU's Wright answers Baylor boos with 30 in return

Robert Wright III's night began with boisterous boos during pregame introductions at Baylor. It ended with his first 30-point game in a 99-94 victory Tuesday night as 22nd-ranked BYU stopped a skid that dropped it 13 spots in the AP Top 25.

ESPN • College Basketball → 21 hours ago

ESPN

No. 39 Oumiddoch decommits from St. John's

Top-40 senior Adam Oumiddoch said Tuesday he decommitted from St. John's and reopened his recruitment.

ESPN • College Basketball → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Maryland's Williams addresses first-year struggles

Buzz Williams said he is aware that Maryland isn't performing up to its standard in his first season as head coach.

ESPN • College Basketball → 22 hours ago

ESPN

Top-10 recruit Cosby commits to U-M, reclassifies

Lincoln Cosby, a top-10 recruit in the junior class, has committed to Michigan and will reclassify into the 2026 class.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

Boozer, Dybantsa, Peterson, Wilson on men's Wooden Award short list

Big names make the top 20 short list, including seven underclassmen and two players from Texas Tech.

ESPN • College Basketball → 1 day ago

ESPN

Big Ten athletes ask Baker to limit, ban prop bets

The Big Ten Conference Student-Athlete Issues Commission (SAIC) called for a continued push to limit or outright ban prop bets.

ESPN • College Football → 1 day ago

ESPN

Indiana to build statue in honor of Coach Knight

Indiana plans to build a bronze statue of Hall of Fame coach Bob Knight that will be displayed alongside the 1976 national championship statues in the lobby of Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 days ago

ESPN

Minus Peterson, KU hands No. 1 Arizona first loss

Flory Bidunga had a double-double, and No. 9 Kansas defeated top-ranked and previously unbeaten Arizona 82-78 on Monday night.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 days ago

ESPN

Brown drops ACC freshman-record 45 for L'ville

Mikel Brown Jr. had 10 3-pointers and scored an ACC freshman single-game record 45 points as No. 24 Louisville routed NC State 118-77 on Monday night.

ESPN • College Basketball → 2 days ago

College FootballAmerican Football

ESPN

What we're most excited to see in 2026: Games, players and more

Early-season showdowns, newcomers to watch and other things we're looking forward to in the fall.

ESPN • College Football → 12 hours ago

ESPN

Yates' new NFL mock draft: Predicting all 32 first-round picks -- and two QB landing spots

Which teams might take a quarterback? Could offensive linemen dominate the first round? Field Yates projects the top 32 picks of the 2026 NFL draft.

ESPN • NFL → 13 hours ago

ESPN

Montana LB Tuliaupupu granted 9th year by NCAA

Montana linebacker Solomon Tuliaupupu will return for the 2026 season after being granted a ninth year of eligibility by the NCAA.

ESPN • College Football → 1 day ago

ESPN

Detroit won't host bowl game after 29-year run

Detroit's 29-year run as a bowl game host city has ended, as Ford Field will not have a postseason game in the 2026 season.

ESPN • College Football → 1 day ago

ESPN

Ex-Nebraska AD Moos: Wanted Kelly, not Frost

Former Nebraska athletic director Bill Moos wrote in a book released this week that Scott Frost was not his first choice to be the Cornhuskers' coach in 2017.

ESPN • College Football → 1 day ago

ESPN

Reunions, new faces and promotions: Tracking the Power 4 coordinator moves

There was a lot of coaching turnover. That meant staff changes and new coordinators in new places.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

Illinois hires former Montana coach Hauck as DC

Former Montana coach Bobby Hauck ended his brief retirement to become the defensive coordinator at Illinois.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

Trial opens in 2006 killing of Miami player Pata

Rashaun Jones, 39, has remained in custody for the last 4½ years amid court delays and changes in attorneys on both sides.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

Who will hoist the Heisman in 2026? A way-too-early look

We size up next season's most likely contenders for college football's highest individual honor.

ESPN • College Football → 2 days ago

ESPN

N.D. State joins Mountain West for football in '26

North Dakota State, which has won 10 of the last 15 FCS national titles, has joined the Mountain West Conference as a football-only member starting in 2026.

ESPN • College Football → 3 days ago

Miscellaneous

Front Office Sports

LA28 Stands by Casey Wasserman After Reviewing Epstein Ties

Casey Wasserman will remain in charge of the 2028 Summer Olympics, LA28 said Wednesday. The agency CEO and LA28 chair has come under fire in recent weeks after his 2003 emails with convicted child sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell came to light.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 6 hours ago

Front Office Sports

Iowa Bears? Lawmakers Propose Bill for NFL Team

A third state has entered the Bears stadium sweepstakes. As the NFL franchise continues to entertain proposals for a new venue in Indiana and a number of cities in Illinois, Iowa politicians are making a push to entice the team to move west.

Front Office Sports • Stadiums and Real Estate → 6 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

Inter Miami Among Thirteen MLS Clubs to Unveil New Uniforms for 2026 Season

After 17 kits were unveiled on Tuesday, the remaining 13 MLS clubs, including Miami, Atlanta, Toronto, and Seattle, rolled out their new kits for 2026 on Wednesday ahead of the regular season starting on Saturday, Feb. 21.

Sportslogos.net → 7 hours ago

Front Office Sports

Angel Reese Rejoins Unrivaled For Team’s Final Three Games

Angel Reese is returning to Unrivaled on Feb. 20.  The 3-on-3 league’s reigning defensive player of the year signed a rest-of-season contract to rejoin Rose BC as the team attempts to defend its title.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 9 hours ago

Front Office Sports

TaylorMade’s ‘Mud Ball’ Feud With Callaway Takes Twist Over Paint

Fallout from TaylorMade’s lawsuit against rival golf equipment manufacturer Callaway has taken an intriguing twist in the form of a new marketing campaign for the 2026 editions of TaylorMade’s TP5 and TP5x golf balls.

Front Office Sports • Retail → 9 hours ago

Sportslogos.net

Massive Drop of 17 New MLS Kits for 2026 Kicks Off Countdown to Regular Season

17 of 30 Major League Soccer clubs unveil either a new primary or secondary kit on Tuesday; regular season starts on Saturday, February 21.

Sportslogos.net → 1 day ago

Front Office Sports

Serena Williams Eligible to Make Pro Tennis Return This Month

Serena Williams can return to tennis in less than two weeks. The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion will be eligible to play professional tennis starting Feb.

Front Office Sports • Athletes → 1 day ago

Sportslogos.net

Hub City Spartanburgers celebrate century of baseball with Pastimes identity

The Hub City Spartanburgers, High-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers in the South Atlantic League, have only been around for one season, but the team will celebrate 100 years of baseball in their hometown of Spartanburg, South Carolina, with an old-timey alternate identity.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

NFL Unveils Logo For Super Bowl LXI In Los Angeles Area In 2027

This marks then ninth time that the Los Angeles area has hosted the Super Bowl, joining I, VII, XI, XIV, XVII, XXI, XXVII and LVI.

Sportslogos.net → 2 days ago

Sportslogos.net

New England Patriots Considered Different Uniform Design In 2020

The Patriots promoted their Color Rush uniforms to full-time status and added a matching road design rather than adopting a modernized version of their previous set.

Sportslogos.net → 3 days ago

WNBABasketball

ESPN

Reese returning to Unrivaled for rest of season

Angel Reese is returning to Unrivaled for the remainder of the season, the 3-on-3 league announced Wednesday.

ESPN • WNBA → 9 hours ago

ESPN

How WNBA's expansion Tempo are working to become 'Canada's team' and unify country

The Carter effect helped popularize the NBA in Canada. The Tempo hope to similarly supercharge women's basketball.

ESPN • WNBA → 11 hours ago

ESPN

Pearce allegedly crashed into WNBA player's car

Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. allegedly crashed his vehicle into one being driven by WNBA player Rickea Jackson multiple times and struck a police officer with the vehicle while evading arrest, according to the criminal complaint obtained by ESPN.

ESPN • NFL → 2 days ago

ESPN

Fever's McDonald out for rest of Unrivaled season

Aari McDonald has been ruled out for the remainder of the Unrivaled season after suffering a right lower extremity injury.

ESPN • WNBA → 2 days ago

ESPN

Sources: WNBA updates housing in latest proposal

The WNBA's latest CBA proposal includes for the first time some concessions on housing but does not have significant updates to revenue sharing, sources told ESPN on Saturday.

ESPN • WNBA → 4 days ago

ESPN

What are the winningest regions in sports?

The Los Angeles Dodgers won back-to-back World Series titles in 2024 and 2025. Which areas and leagues in North America have the most sports titles?.

ESPN • WNBA → 4 days ago

ESPN

Source: WNBA gives new CBA proposal to players

The WNBA submitted its latest CBA proposal to the union Friday, a source told ESPN, ending a more than six-week wait from the players association for a counter to its last offer.

ESPN • WNBA → 5 days ago

ESPN

WNBPA prez: 'We want a season,' but clock ticking

WNBA players' union president Nneka Ogwumike said significant work remains for the season to start on time, but she remains confident that games will be played in 2026.

ESPN • WNBA → 5 days ago

ESPN

Four-time WNBA All-Star Jones tears meniscus

Four-time WNBA All-Star Brionna Jones suffered a meniscus tear last week while playing for USK Praha but should be ready for the WNBA season.

ESPN • WNBA → 5 days ago

ESPN

Road to $1M paydays: How WNBA salaries evolved with each CBA

For the first time, a $1 million base salary is expected in the new WNBA CBA, and the cap could see a 230% increase.

ESPN • WNBA → 1 week ago

NBLBasketball

NBL

No-brainer: Star import wants long-term deal

He’s established himself as one of the most important pieces in the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 championship race, and now John Brown III appears set to extend his stay in Australia.

NBL → 12 hours ago

NBL

How to watch & talking points: Cairns v Melbourne

Cairns Taipans (9th) v Melbourne United (5th)Friday, February 12, 7.30pm AEDTCairns Convention CentreHow to watch‍‍Watch every game live on ESPN. >> How to watch ESPNTickets>> Ticketing informationHow to follow & live scores‍Live scores, stats, breaking news and game highlights are available via the new and improved NBL App.

NBL → 12 hours ago

NBL

Vickerman: United trending the right way

For the first time all season, Melbourne United sit outside the Hungry Jack’s NBL's top four, after losing to Adelaide on Saturday night.

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NBL

Cotton: ‘How do you not back a coach like that?’

Five-time MVP Bryce Cotton will be the first to admit the past few weeks have been challenging for the league-leading Adelaide 36ers. Since Round 16, when the 36ers lost to Tasmania, Adelaide has gone 3-5, marking its worst stretch of the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 season.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

"Stakes have increased dramatically": Rivals chase psychological edge

Much has been made of the fiery clash between the South East Melbourne Phoenix and Sydney Kings on Sunday at John Cain Arena.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Predict your final six & win BIG

The NBL and Mitsubishi Motors are giving you the chance to win a Dream Hoops System, fully installed wherever you shoot your hoops. Valued at more than $5,300, the 60-inch basketball ring system will help you take your game to the next level.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

‘No backward step’: Goorjian defiant, regrets expletives

Sunday’s game between South East Melbourne and Sydney at John Cain Arena was one of the most explosive fixtures to date. From the end-to-end action to the fiery altercations, the blockbuster had it all.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Steph Curry to Australia? Kerr backs blockbuster NBA visit

On the back of the historic NBAxNBL Series, which brought the New Orleans Pelicans to Melbourne in October, another team has expressed interest in visiting Australia.

NBL → 1 day ago

NBL

Win the Ultimate NBL Finals Experience

The NBL and Choice Hotels have teamed up to offer fans the chance to win the Ultimate NBL Finals Experience.

NBL → 2 days ago

NBL

Bloodlines and belief: How Perth got it Rillie right

Throughout the 48-year history of the NBL, there have been numerous father-son combinations on the same team, including Lindsay and Andrew Gaze and Brendan and Daniel Joyce.

NBL → 2 days ago

MLSFootball

Yahoo Sports

'No way' Eile was turning down Bristol City offer

New Bristol City defender Noah Eile said there was "no way" he was turning the club down when the offer to sign came two weeks ago. The Swede joined from Major League Soccer side New York Red Bulls on deadline day, signing a three-and-a-half-year deal.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 13 hours ago

The Athletic

James Rodríguez interview: The 'gasoline that fuels him' and the truth about playing in the cold

James Rodríguez has heard it all, but for Minnesota United's unlikeliest signing, his sense of duty to Colombia has never waned.

The Athletic • Football → 14 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

Red Bulls’ Mohammed Sofo dealing with ankle injury weeks before season opener

Nevertheless, the inconsistencies hurt him, and he went without a goal over his final 16 contests of the 2025 campaign.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 22 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

NYCFC valued at over $1 billion again in new MLS team report

The soccer-specific venue, slated to open in the spring of 2027, will host some games during the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Club CEO Brad Sims told The Post that NYCFC was eyeing other major events for their new home.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 24 hours ago

Yahoo Sports

???? Tracking the rapid financial growth of MLS ahead of the 2026 season

Ahead of the 2026 MLS season, it has become crystal clear that the North American top flight continues its upward trajectory.  Recently released financial data via Sportico details the growing financial might across the league, headlined by MLS Cup holders Inter Miami.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

LAFC manager Marc Dos Santos embraces expectations: 'A privilege to be under pressure'

When LAFC promoted Marc Dos Santos from assistant coach to manager two months ago, there were some perks that came with the new job. A raise, certainly. A better seat on the team charter.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

MLS Franchise Valuations Ranking List: From Inter Miami CF to CF Montréal

The average MLS team is worth $767 million, according to data compiled by Sportico. Inter Miami CF ranks first at $1.45 billion, while CF Montréal ranks last at $430 million. Below are the values of the league’s 30 franchises, which are collectively worth $23 billion.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 1 day ago

Yahoo Sports

MLS Team Values 2026: Messi’s Miami Leads at $1.45B, Up 22%

The MLS season kicks off next week with Inter Miami versus Los Angeles FC at the 77,500-seat Memorial Coliseum. LAFC moved the game to accommodate demand for a matchup between the league’s two biggest stars, Lionel Messi and Son Heung-Min.

Yahoo Sports • MLS → 2 days ago

Yahoo Sports

Worst MLS DP Flops Ever + Liverpool’s Red Card vs City Shakes the Premier League Title Race

Subscribe to The CooligansApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube. Segment one is pure MLS therapy. The Cooligans rank and debate the worst Designated Player signings of all time, asking how so many big names with even bigger expectations fell flat.

Yahoo Sports • Football → 2 days ago

The Athletic

Jhon Duran joins Zenit on loan from Al Nassr

Duran cut short his season-long loan at Fenerbahce and will spend the second half of the season at the Russian club.

The Athletic • MLS → 3 days ago

A-LeagueFootball

Fox Sports

Major Socceroos blow as World Cup goal scorer’s injury likely to ruin chances of call-up

Veteran winger Craig Goodwin’s hopes of being chosen in the Socceroos’ FIFA World Cup squad are in tatters, with the Adelaide United skipper set to spend up to three months on the sidelines after injuring his groin.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 days ago

Fox Sports

‘What’s happened in this country?’: Roar coach’s ‘pre-judged’ claim in extraordinary ref tirade

Brisbane Roar coach Michael Valkanis has launched an extraordinary tirade after being shown a red card for the second time this season following his team’s sixth defeat in seven games on Saturday.

Fox Sports • A-League → 5 days ago

Fox Sports

‘Heartbroken’: Tributes flow for celebrated former A-League coach after tragic death

The Australian football community is mourning the death of former Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar coach Rado Vidosic.

Fox Sports • A-League → 2 weeks ago

Fox Sports

Teenager announces A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick; City embarrassed

Adelaide United teenager Brody Burkitt announced his A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick to sink Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.

Fox Sports • A-League → 3 weeks ago

The Guardian

Teenage girl wearing jersey with Palestinian flag refused entry to Sydney A-League game

Exclusive: Girl had to agree to remove shirt before being let into Allianz Stadium on Sunday night.

The Guardian • A-League → 3 weeks ago

Fox Sports

‘Damaging and disappointing’: Ugly twist in A-Leagues debacle as investor takes shock swipe

Spurned investor Damon Hanlin has slammed the Australian Professional Leagues, saying he had been “encouraged” to be Central Coast Mariners’ “financial stabiliser” by the club’s outgoing chairman before being denied the chance to become the A-League outfit’s official owner.

Fox Sports • A-League → 4 weeks ago

Fox Sports

‘Nothing ever happened’: Skipper hits back after groundbreaking Aussie’s homophobia claims

Australia’s first openly gay male professional footballer, Josh Cavallo, has accused Adelaide United of being homophobic — but the club’s captain has hit back.

Fox Sports • A-League → 4 weeks ago

The Guardian

Josh Cavallo claims homophobia drove him out of Adelaide United

Josh Cavallo has accused his former A-League club Adelaide United of homophobia and blocking him from playing after he came out as gay in 2021. The 26-year-old left the Reds last year and moved from Australia to England where he now plays non-league football.

The Guardian • A-League → 4 weeks ago

Fox Sports

A-Leagues club plunged into doubt as $1m deal turns sour, chairman stripped of licence

The Australian Professional Leagues has taken control of Central Coast Mariners in an interim capacity after stripping chairman Mike Charlesworth of the club’s licence following the breakdown of his unofficial ownership deal with Damon Hanlin.

Fox Sports • A-League → 1 month ago

The Guardian

Roar seeking legal advice over Mariners coach’s comments after spiteful A-League Men game

The ugly half-time spat between A-League teams Brisbane Roar and Central Coast Mariners has had an even uglier fallout, with Brisbane seeking legal advice after Mariners interim coach Warren Moon’s stinging post-match comments.

The Guardian • A-League → 1 month ago

MotoGPMotorsport

MotoGP

MotoGP in 2026: things to know ahead of Thailand opener

A delve into a few notable topics ahead of MotoGP landing in Thailand for Round 1 of what's set to be another compelling campaign.

MotoGP → 2 days ago

MotoGP

Martin to travel to Thailand for Buriram Test

Assuming he gets the official go-ahead of being passed fit, the #89 will be back on track soon.

MotoGP → 2 days ago

MotoGP

MotoGP in 2026: things to know ahead of Thailand opener

A delve into a few notable topics ahead of MotoGP landing in Thailand for Round 1 of what's set to be another compelling campaign.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

Thailand sets the tone for a 2026 season that promises anything but predictability

New bikes, new faces, new circuits – and one big question hanging over the paddock: can anyone stop Marc Marquez?.

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

MotoGP Silly Season 2027: confirmations, movements and wild rumours so far

Your ultimate guide to what the 2027 grid may well look like with what's been said and, more importantly, what hasn't...

MotoGP → 3 days ago

MotoGP

SEASON LAUNCH: MotoGP lights up Kuala Lumpur

The Malaysian capital hosted an incredible 2026 Season Launch, full of fans, noise and headline acts – from the riders to the performers.

MotoGP → 4 days ago

MotoGP

Everything you need to know as the Season Launch kicks off in KL

Time for takeoff: here’s the full rundown of what’s happening as MotoGP lands in Malaysia’s capital.

MotoGP → 6 days ago

MotoGP

Alex Marquez fends off Bezzecchi as sun sets on Sepang Test

The 2025 GP winner is top but ‘Bez’ is hot on the chase as testing concludes in Malaysia.

MotoGP → 7 days ago

MotoGP

Mir leads Honda charge to the 1:56 club before rain stops play in Sepang

A day of two halves sees Honda and VR46 claim the top three as opposite fortunes for Yamaha see all their machinery stay in the pits on Wednesday.

MotoGP → 1 week ago

MotoGP

Marc Marquez fastest, Quartararo sidelined from Sepang Test

Day 1 is in the books with a familiar #93 on top, but there’s drama elsewhere as Quartararo crashes and returns home to recover.

MotoGP → 1 week ago

AFLWAussie Rules

AFL

A tier-y farewell? AFLW to fast-track salary cap introduction

The AFLW is moving to implement a salary cap to replace the current player payment structure, in a move that could see an increase in player movement.

AFL • AFLW → 2 days ago

AFL

Inaugural AFLW player and Giants vice-captain calls time

Greater Western Sydney vice-captain Katherine Smith has retired.

AFL • AFLW → 3 days ago

AFL

Tassie preparing to enter AFLW competition in 2028

Tasmania CEO Brendan Gale has indicated when he expects the Devils to enter the AFLW competition.

AFL • AFLW → 1 week ago

AFL

The new way AFLW teams can add players to their lists

The AFLW's first pre-season draft is on the horizon, with players needing to meet one key criteria in order to be eligible.

AFL • AFLW → 1 week ago

AFL

Power coach steps down after four seasons in charge

The Power are searching for a new AFLW coach after Lauren Arnell made the decision to step down.

AFL • AFLW → 2 weeks ago

AFL

Draft, trade, cross-coders: How your club built its AFLW list

Some clubs back themselves to identify and develop young talent, while others hit trade periods hard. This is how each club has built its list.

AFL • AFLW → 3 weeks ago

AFL

Stepping up: Your club's breakout player of 2025

From new stars to established ones who have found another gear, we choose the player from each club that turned heads this season.

AFL • AFLW → 3 weeks ago

AFL

'Becoming relevant again': Fast-finishing Dogs put finals back in sight

Western Bulldogs coach Tamara Hyett says her side is ready to return to finals in 2026.

AFL • AFLW → 4 weeks ago

AFL

DJs, designers, doctors: AFLW players' lives away from footy

From firefighting to fashion, DJ decks to design labels, see what AFLW players get up to away from the field.

AFL • AFLW → 1 month ago

AFL

Your club's best 21: Who's in, who's out, who's new

Gemma Bastiani has compiled her predicted starting 21 for each team ahead of the 2026 season.

AFL • AFLW → 1 month ago