Well-timed century hands McGrath a ton of confidence
Tahlia McGrath's all-round dominance at Junction Oval came at the perfect time before she steps in as ODI skipper.
Latest
USWNT has multiple scoring opportunities but falls to Spain, 2-0
WASHINGTON — For the first 14 minutes, the clash between the top women’s soccer teams on the planet Saturday seemed more like an encounter between sides with dozens of slots between them in the FIFA rankings.Spain — No.
Sam Fuld turns down A's front-office job offer, stays with Phillies
Fuld turned down a chance to take over the Athletics, who have not made the playoffs since the pandemic-shortened season in 2020.
Our Singapore Grand Prix Bet Builder picks made
We have picked a three-leg Bet Builder for Sunday’s Grand Prix, including podium and top-six finish selections.
What are the tyre strategy options for the Singapore GP?
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
Yankees fan who interfered in ALDS Game 3 to face no additional punishment: Sources
One source said the fan's actions didn't rise nearly to the level of the Yankees fans who were banned indefinitely after the 2024 incident.
Matt Renshaw's 190 turns Durban Test, providing Aussie batting blueprint
With his epic 190 in Durban, Matt Renshaw not only changes the game, but shows he is capable of the real Test batting the Australian cricketing public is longing for.
Nick Marsh saved Indiana against Nebraska. What's his 2027 NFL Draft outlook?
Marsh caught six passes for 187 yards and two touchdowns during Indiana's rally.
Quick hits: AFL star in the sheds as Aussies go better than Bradman
Matt Renshaw and Nathan Lyon outdo Sir Donald Bradman while Gold Coast Suns AFL star Noah Anderson watches on from the stands. Here are the quick hits from day two of the first Test between Australia and South Africa.
Utd back in full blown crisis as axe dangles after 92-min shock, ugly red card scenes — PL wrap
Ten-man Tottenham salvaged a 1-1 against fellow strugglers Manchester United thanks to Dominic Solanke’s last-gasp leveller, while Arsenal got back on track as the champions survived a scare to beat Leeds 2-1 on Saturday.
Football
'Reminds me of Muller' - Naderi proving worth in Rangers revival
After a slow start to his Rangers career, striker Ryan Naderi is playing an integral role in the club's title challenge and proving his doubters wrong.
South Melbourne stuns Melbourne Victory to claim Australia Cup
NPL side South Melbourne stuns A-League's Melbourne Victory at a packed AAMI Park, winning an historic Australia Cup title on penalties. .
Savage success and statement win for Boro - Sam Parkin's EFL Takeaways
BBC Final Score pundit Sam Parkin looks at the weekend's talking points in the EFL, including Robbie Savage's debut as Peterborough manager.
Arbeloa 'doesn't feel fear' but pressure increases after loss
Fulham boss Alvaro Arbeloa says he does not 'feel fear' after defeat at Ipswich left his side winless in six games and bottom of the Premier League.
Why we’re stuck with a Premier League in the clutches of the global mega-rich
There’s little prospect of the model changing in a country that welcomes wealthy international owners with open arms. Football, the world’s most popular sport, played by laws drawn up in London in 1863. The Premier League is the UK’s greatest soft power export.
Solanke strikes late as 10-man Spurs salvage point at Manchester United
After 72 laboured minutes, this match was lit up by a moment of quality. Matheus Cunha was fed by Luke Shaw down the left and the Brazilian crossed to Bryan Mbeumo, who spun and finished for Manchester United.
Tottenham grab a draw but who got 1/10 - Ratings for Man Utd v Spurs
Tottenham score an injury-time equaliser against Manchester United after Rodrigo Bentancur was sent off for headbutting Luke Shaw.
Ten-man Tottenham rescue late draw at Man United. Did Spurs deserve more?
Cerys Jones, Elias Burke and Thom Harris analyse the main talking points from Manchester United's draw against Spurs.
The rock behind Chelsea's entertainers: Midfield duo key for Blues
The performances of Jordan Henderson and Moises Caicedo underpinned Chelsea's 5-1 victory at home to Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon.
Alvaro Arbeloa 'not worried' about his Fulham future, says he 'likes' pressure
Fulham's defeat at Ipswich means the club remain rooted to the bottom of the Premier League table with just two points from six matches.
NBABasketball
Caitlin Clark Undecided On EPIC Extension, Says 'No Matter What, I'm Gonna Be Here'
Caitlin Clark is now eligible for a contract extension under the WNBA's new "EPIC" provision, but the Indiana Fever star has not committed to signing it. Clark said she wants to consider how the deal would impact the team's salary cap and roster.
Jalon Moore, Pelicans Sign Exhibit 10 Contract
The New Orleans Pelicans have signed forward Jalon Moore to an Exhibit 10 contract. Moore replaces Christian Koloko, who was waived in the last couple of days. Moore missed last season while recovering from a torn Achilles that he suffered in the pre-draft process ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft.
Josh Hart 'Not Too Stressed' About Knicks Stopping Extension Talks
New York Knicks wing Josh Hart was asked about the team tabling extension talks for eligible players, such as himself. Hart didn't seem as worried about the situation as teammates Karl-Anthony Towns and Miles McBride seem to be. "Everything is going to work out.
How an $8 million Cooper Flagg card changed one family’s life beyond cash windfall
After selling Flagg's NBA Debut Patch card for a record sum, Jason Williams and his family are enjoying more than just the money.
Brandin Podziemski, Warriors Agree To Five-Year, $110 Million Extension
The Golden State Warriors and guard Brandin Podziemski have agreed to a five-year, $110 million extension. The deal reportedly includes a mutual option on the fifth season and a trade kicker. The Warriors drafted Podziemski with the 19th overall pick at the 2023 NBA Draft.
Warriors' Brandin Podziemski reportedly agrees to 5-year, $110 million rookie-scale extension
Brandin Podziemski has secured a fully guaranteed rookie-scale extension from the Golden State Warriors, according to ESPN's Shams Charania, who reported Saturday that the 23-year-old guard has agreed to a five-year, $110 million deal with the organization.
Lakers Sign Rafael Castro To Exhibit 10 Deal; Waive William Kyle III
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed center Rafael Castro to an Exhibit 10 contract. Los Angeles opened up the roster spot for Castro by waiving William Kyle III from his Exhibit 10 deal. Castro went undrafted out of George Washington at the 2026 NBA Draft.
Stephen Curry Acknowledges Warriors Roster Building Troubles Since 2022 Title
The Golden State Warriors haven't been the same team since they won the 2022 NBA Finals. The Warriors struggles to put a competitive roster aren't lost on superstar guard Stephen Curry. "I mean, I'm not an idiot.
Valkyries Sweep Aces, Become First Expansion Team To Reach WNBA Finals In Second Season
The Golden State Valkyries swept the defending champion Las Vegas Aces with an 87-77 overtime win Friday night. Golden State is the first expansion team to reach the WNBA Finals within its first two seasons. "To be here in this moment is a blessing.
Angel Reese Leads Dream Past Liberty, Into First WNBA Finals Since 2013
Angel Reese scored a team-high 22 points as the Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty 85-83 on the road to complete a 3-0 semifinal sweep.
Basketball
Wildcats make it FOUR straight as NBA veteran sparks Perth... despite rival’s insane night
The Perth Wildcats extended their winning run to four games with a 100-84 win over the New Zealand Breakers at RAC Arena on Thursday night.
BREAKING: Massive blow rocks new-look Bullets as MVP guard struck down
The Brisbane Bullets are expected to be without superstar point guard Arnas Velicka for an extended period of time.
‘Big brother’ strikes again as wild 15-point comeback seals Throwdown thriller
Now that’s a Throwdown.
Revenge or restraint? Rucker’s test for the 36ers
Derek Rucker says the Adelaide 36ers must keep their emotions in check as they head to Sydney, desperate for revenge after last season’s Championship Series defeat.
Championship rematch is ‘personal’ for 36ers big man
Nick Rakocevic is playing the basketball of his life to open NBL27, but all he cares about is winning with the Adelaide 36ers, and that includes exacting revenge in his return to Sydney.
United’s import is running riot in the paint
Josh Oduro is fast becoming Melbourne United’s dominant inside force in NBL27. Foul trouble is the only blemish on Oduro’s start, with the import averaging 4 per game through his first six NBL matches. Everything else is clicking.
Windler names best leader he’s ever had
Dylan Windler fired the Perth Wildcats to a fourth straight win, but the sharpshooter saved his loudest praise for his evergreen captain and believes the best is still to come.
How to watch & talking points: Illawarra v Cairns
Illawarra Hawks v Cairns TaipansSunday, October 11, 5pm AEDTWIN Entertainment Centre>> Play Mega Rewards NBL Tipping for your chance to win cashHow to watchWatch every NBL27 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 free NBL App.
How to watch & talking points: Sydney v Adelaide
Sydney Kings v Adelaide 36ersSunday, October 11, 3pm AEDTAfterpay Arena>> Play Mega Rewards NBL Tipping for your chance to win cashHow to watchWatch every NBL27 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 free NBL App.
How Kings are defying championship hangover
It’s the biggest game of the season so far, and as a seven-time NBL champion, Brian Goorjian knows just how much Sunday afternoon’s Championship Series rematch means.
Aussie Rules
AFL trades LIVE: Twist in Pies’ Tiger pursuit; bidding war looms over prized Port pick
After a dramatic day five of the AFL trade period that saw Zak Butters and Ben King officially reach the Western Bulldogs and Hawthorn respectively, plenty of deals are simmering along as 18 clubs prepare for a dramatic sprint to the finish line.
A tall order: How Swans can cover the loss of star ruck Morphett
Sydney will have to get creative if it's to effectively cover the loss of star ruck Ally Morphett, writes Emily Patterson.
Gold rush: Silky Suns scorch Dees to stamp flag credentials
Gold Coast wins its sixth game in a row to press its claims for a top-four spot.
Crows keep faint finals hopes alive with commanding win over Tigers
Adelaide has bounced back from last week's Showdown loss to defeat Richmond by 32 points.
Geelong's fab four feast on Giants in GMHBA demolition
Geelong has thumped GWS by 63 points for their eighth win in a row.
'I haven't been impacting': Dal Santo reflects after final game
Nick Dal Santo has reflected on his coaching career and his decision to step down following his final game as St Kilda's AFLW coach.
‘I’m really proud’: Dal Santo’s fairytale farewell in emotional scenes as Pies star struck down
St Kilda has sent AFLW coach Nick Dal Santo out on a high, snapping their 11-game losing streak dating back to November last year with a two-point thriller over fellow battlers Collingwood.
Port puts an end to Eagles' winning streak with gutsy scalp
Port Adelaide has held on for a narrow win over West Coast.
St Kilda end the drought to send Dal Santo out a winner
It's been an AFLW season to forget for St Kilda, but Saturday's win over Collingwood has given departing Saints coach Nick Dal Santo a perfect send-off.
Bombers weigh up interest in Cat, Tigers hunt Port pick, Pies' list squeeze in Short chase
Check out all the latest trade news from around the League.
AFLAussie Rules
Mega trade explained: How all five clubs fared… and why rivals think it’s ‘a complete joke’
Multi-club mega deals always grab the attention of trade-hungry fans.
Hawks' busy Trade Period continues with Bulldogs pick swap
The Hawks and Bulldogs completed a pick swap on Friday.
Calm before the storm: Why Nick Blakey’s path from Sydney to North remains uncertain
The Kangaroos’ pick No.6 in this year’s draft shapes as the key component of any trade to send Blakey to the club where his father John played 224 of his 359 games.
North Melbourne is set to land a ‘very rare big fish’ after ‘20 years of fails’... now to get a deal done
Nick Blakey will look to follow in his dad’s footsteps and chase success on a rising Kangaroos side kickstarting a new era under Jaymie Graham.
‘Back to culture’: How Swan’s curious exit is linked to scandal as star ‘zero chance’ to return
Swans veteran Harry Cunningham is bound for Adelaide in questions of Sydney’s culture after the Pullman Hotel scandal, with Nick Blakey considered “zero chance” to return to the club.
Matildas suffer reality check at hands of powerhouse as fresh Aussie faces unveiled
The Matildas have suffered a reality check ahead of next year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup, losing 4-2 to Germany in Karlsruhe.
Bulldogs dominant in win over Bombers to start Pride Round
Western Bulldogs break into the top four with a big win over Essendon at Whitten Oval in the opening game of AFLW Pride Round.
Shock new play for Cat revealed; trade period sleeping giant ‘will make moves’ - Wrap
We’re coming off a busy day five of the AFL trade period. It was headlined by Zak Butters and Ben King officially signing with their new clubs on the final day of free agency, and a five-team mega deal.
Tom Morris had a crack about coverage of St Kilda. He didn’t tell the full story
The Saints’ problems are much bigger than departing coach Nick Dal Santo.
North board approved mammoth Blakey offer amid police investigation
Nick Blakey, who is poised to become one of the highest-paid players in the competition, on Friday nominated North Melbourne as his preferred destination. Meantime, Zak Butters is a Bulldog on a $17 million deal that is the largest on aggregate in AFL history.
NFLAmerican Football
UNC knocks off previously undefeated No. 25 Pitt while notching first ranked win of Bill Belichick era
AP Photo/David DermerThe second iteration of Bill Belichick's North Carolina Tar Heels is much more dangerous. UNC hinted at its improvement with a season-opening win over TCU in rainy Dublin back in August.
Cardinals expected to trade wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.: Sources
Harrison, 24, is in his third season after being drafted by the Cardinals with the No. 4 pick in 2024.
Cardinals reportedly finalizing deal to trade Marvin Harrison Jr.
The Arizona Cardinals are reportedly finalizing a deal to trade 2024 No. 4 overall pick Marvin Harrison Jr.
Former Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka stood out for one simple leadership ideal
“Before you can win,” Ditka said, “you have to believe you are worthy.”.
The NFL can't survive 17 games. Why is it trying to sell 18?
As last week's parade of injuries to Lamar Jackson, Ja’Marr Chase, Saquon Barkley and others illustrated, 17 games is hard enough.
NFL coaches, former Chicago players remember the legacy of Mike Ditka: 'He was the Bears'
Iron Mike. Da Coach. Ditka. He left an immeasurable impact on his players, football fans and anyone else associated with the Chicago Bears.
What I'm hearing about Bryce Young's breakout, Ravens' trade process post Maxx Crosby, penalty-flag fiction
Plus, whether a change of play callers was warranted in Denver, a possible Khalil Mack homecoming, Bryce Young's breakout and more.
Mike Ditka will always be 'Da Coach,' an outsized personality in Chicago and beyond
The former coach died Friday at 86, but will always be remembered as a kid who grew up in steel-mill country and became “Iron” Mike Ditka.
Browns coach Todd Monken discusses mental process of getting rejected by Jets for Adam Gase in 2019
The Cleveland Browns will be playing a game of some meaning for head coach Todd Monken against the New York Jets on Sunday.
Bryce Young’s superpower has Carolina Panthers believing
This season, Andscape will document the ups and downs of this Black quarterback fraternity and how each of them is carrying their specific burden of proof. Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young has carried a burden of proof since he began playing competitive sports.
American Football
Shocking suspensions, f-bombs and a flurry of flags. What's going on with NFL officiating and what's next?
With 1:48 to play in the first half of the New England Patriots-Buffalo Bills game on Sunday, the officiating crew made an announcement."Unsportsmanlike conduct, head coach for New England.
Eagles rule out RB Saquon Barkley, WR DeVonta Smith, along with member of new-look OL, ahead of London game vs. Jaguars
The Philadelphia Eagles will be playing in a different country Sunday with a vastly different offensive lineup than the one they trotted out for Week 1 last month.
ESPN adds Pat McAfee alt-cast to Super Bowl 61, 'Monday Night Football' coverage
Having his own Super Bowl broadcast feed will give McAfee his highest-profile assignment yet with ESPN.
Lamar Jackson (ankle) ruled out by Ravens for Week 5 matchup vs. Falcons
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson will miss Sunday night's game against the Atlanta Falcons with an ankle sprain, head coach Jesse Minter announced.Jackson suffered a sprained ankle during Baltimore's 24-18 win over the Tennessee Titans last week.
From Dyczko to Da Coach: How Mike Ditka became the most Chicago name imaginable
During Thanksgiving week of 2024, Mike Ditka had quietly moved back to Chicago, later putting his Naples, Florida, home up for sale."I'm finally home!" Ditka told a Chicago Sun-Times columnist. "This city is my home.
Social media tributes pour in for former Bears head coach Mike Ditka, who dies at 86
Jarrett Payton, son of former Chicago Bears running back Walter Payton, posted that the Ditka family announced Mike Ditka's death Friday morning. He was 86 years old. It’s with a heavy heart that I’m sharing the Ditka family has announced the passing of Mike Ditka this morning.
Titans, Dolphins lead race for No. 1 pick in 2027 NFL Draft four games into season
The winless Titans and Dolphins lead the race for the 2027 NFL Draft's No. 1 pick. Here's how Week 5 could shake up the model's projections.
Everything to know for betting NFL Week 5, odds: Sharp action, public betting splits and big bets
Week 5 of the NFL season is already underway, which means it's time to research those bets in for the weekend's matchups.
Mike Ditka, Hall of Fame tight end and legendary Chicago Bears coach, dies at 86
Ditka, who was an NFL champion as a player and coach, became the most visible coach in America.
Mike Ditka, Chicago Bears Hall of Fame legend, dies at 86
Of all the quotes attributed to Mike Ditka over the years, there's one in particular that stands out when it comes to the way he lived his life in football. "Living in the past is for cowards," the football legend once said. "If you live in the past, you die in the past.
Premier LeagueFootball
Hincapie injury adds to Arsenal issues after Guimaraes rescue act
Heroics and battling performances have already become a theme of Arsenal's season with Bruno Guimaraes coming to the rescue again.
Arsenal 2 Leeds 1: Guimaraes clinches comeback win over superb visitors, champions' depth tells
Amy Lawrence and Beren Cross break down the main talking points from Arsenal's 2-1 win over Leeds United.
Who changed the game? - player ratings for Arsenal v Leeds
How Arsenal and Leeds players rated following their Premier League match.
Palmer signs new Chelsea contract until 2034
Cole Palmer signs a new Chelsea contract on improved terms until 2034, one of the longest active deals in the Premier League.
Cole Palmer signs new Chelsea contract to 2034
The England international's new deal extends his stay at Stamford Bridge by 12 months on improved terms.
How the Premier League's great sell-off changed the fabric of English football
The 2000s were the 'spin-the-wheel' era - some clubs prospered, some did not. The response from the game's authorities was a shrug.
The seemingly unstoppable rise of deflected goals in the Premier League
It feels like Premier League defences are becoming more and more adept at getting in the way – and the numbers confirm it.
I've watched all 50 Premier League games this season. Here's what I learnt
Is the art of defending dead? Does anyone know how to stop Brian Brobbey? And my non-Big Six team of the season so far.
Gregory Coupet, Rivaldo and the greatest double save of all time, 25 years on
Twenty-five years to the day, The Athletic caught up with the players involved in one of football's most remarkable sequences of play.
Yamal is now joint-favourite with Kane for the Ballon d’Or. Has he done enough to win it?
Just over two weeks remain until the winner of the 70th edition of the Ballon d’Or is revealed, and Kane and Yamal lead the running.
Rugby League
'Grew up watching them': Childhood heroes driving Bostock's World Cup dream
Kangaroos rookie Jack Bostock has vowed to use his State of Origin experience as a launchpad for a successful transition to the international arena.
The unconventional coach out to extend the Jillaroos reign
Jessica Skinner doubted her coaching style was elite. Now she believes it's exactly what elite sport needs. Her path from rural NSW to the top has been shaped by resilience, community, family and a belief that sport can change lives.
The No.1 reason Marky Mark is poised to lock in NRL return
Roosters chairman Nick Politis is confident Mark Nawaqanitawase will return to the club after his rugby stint. And he’s ready to spend top dollar to make it happen.
York winger Galeano signs contract extension
York Knights winger Scott Galeano signs a two-year contract extension to keep him at the club until the end of the 2029 season.
Samoa receive hero's welcome in Sydney's west
Samoan players receive a hero's welcome when arriving in Sydney's west for a fan day.
Samoa looks for power from pain in World Cup tilt
With the men's and women's Rugby League World Cup officially launched, Samoa are looking to repeat their fairytale run to the 2022 final. .
V’landys throws weight behind Bears coach Meninga after CEO’s sudden exit
The NRL boss has played down suggestions of more unrest at the troubled Perth outfit after a key appointment resigned six months out from their first match.
'Job to do': Walker just getting started on path to greatness
Kangaroos rookie Sam Walker has set his sights on World Cup glory as he looks to stamp his place among the game’s elite playmakers.
‘Fingers crossed’: Walker hopes to secure new Roosters deal before November 1
The Roosters halfback is in the Australian squad for the World Cup after a stellar season in which he made his State of Origin debut and won a maiden NRL title.
Ten stars, 20 days: The marquee men poised to hit the open market on November 1
The NRL transfer market is about to become a feeding frenzy as some of the biggest names prepare to test their value from November 1.
NRLRugby League
'Feels right': Ponga embracing emotions of NZ debut
Star fullback Kalyn Ponga is embracing the emotions of pulling on a Kiwis jumper for the first time as he looks to make the most of an unexpected opportunity to play for New Zealand at the IRL Rugby League World Cup.
‘He is the future’: Titans star urges rising half to stay as November 1 feeding frenzy looms
Titans skipper Tino Fa’asuamaleaui says rising star Zane Harrison is the “future” of the club and has urged him to stay amid reports he will hit the open market where he could attract huge offers from rival teams.
From remote islands to the Bulldogs: Inside the Silktails pathway
The Kaiviti Silktails are proving a breeding ground for aspiring youngsters to live their rugby league dream.
Ponga opens up on big Kiwis call … and the ‘cheeky’ teammate who keeps giving him s**t
Kalyn Ponga will be eternally grateful to a major rule change earlier this year that opened the door for him to represent his New Zealand heritage, with the superstar fullback set to make his international debut against Australia next week.
‘They’re what matters most’: Bears drama as key figure steps down after boardroom turmoil
The Perth Bears are searching for a new CEO after Anthony De Ceglie resigned from the role on Friday evening amid reports he had fallen out of favour with the club’s board.
Perth Bears chief executive quits six months out from club’s debut season
Anthony De Ceglie, a former editor of the West Australian newspaper, has left the NRL expansion franchise after losing the support of the club’s board.
Ponga has gone to the ‘dark side’. He finally feels at home
After a decade of waiting to reach the “pinnacle” of rugby league, Kalyn Ponga is set to make his debut for New Zealand in Thursday’s World Cup opener against the Kangaroos.
62 tries in 53 games: The attacking phenom leading World Cup’s NRL hopefuls
A young flyer boasting the most enviable try-scoring record is leading the charge, but he’s just one of the lesser known players to watch at the World Cup.
Tedesco lays out plan for Roosters swansong
Clive Churchill Medal winner James Tedesco turns 34 in January but didn’t consider following some of his Roosters teammates into retirement, and is backing the club’s youngsters to make up for the departure of several stars.
Madge’s huge $2.5m win as Broncos poach Knights recruitment guru
The Broncos have taken a giant step towards rebounding from their horror 2026 season after landing recruitment guru Peter O’Sullivan in a huge blow for the Knights.
Rugby Union
Wallabies mugged at their own game to leave Kiss mulling hard lessons
Old habits resurface as Australia fritter away advantage and allow All Blacks to mount aerial assault at Eden Park . Les Kiss stood forlornly in the middle of Eden Park wearing a thousand-yard stare.
Caluori scores as Saracens too strong for Bristol
Noah Caluori gets on the scoresheet as Saracens continue their hold over Bristol Bears at the StoneX Stadium with a 30-7 victory.
Ulster fight back to draw with Munster in thriller
A second-half fightback earns Ulster a draw against Munster in a thrilling United Rugby Championship Irish derby in Belfast.
Costelow kick seals Scarlets' first league win
A late Sam Costelow penalty earns Scarlets a first URC win of the season as they defeated Benetton 27-26.
Edinburgh top URC after bonus-point win over Zebre
Edinburgh go top of the nascent United Rugby Championship table as a bonus-point victory at Zebre makes it three wins from three.
Sleightholme hat-trick fires up Northampton in 11-try blast of Bath
Chalk this up as a victory for the Northampton Knicks. In a remarkable match with 18 tries, 119 points were racked up and defence relegated to the merest of afterthoughts, the defending Prem champions romped home.
Northampton outgun Bath in 119-point thriller
Northampton win a high-octane 18-try thriller at home to Bath, the second highest-scoring game in English top-flight history.
Wallabies player ratings: How the men in gold performed at Eden Park
Les Kiss’ unbeaten run as Wallabies coach is over. So too is the Wallabies’ Bledisloe Cup dream. Here’s how we rated each Australian player.
All Blacks power past Australia to retain Bledisloe Cup
New Zealand retain the Bledisloe Cup for a 23rd straight year as they power past Australia to extend their remarkable unbeaten run at Eden Park.
All Blacks vs Wallabies: Bledisloe Cup highlights
Catch every bone-crunching hit, decisive try and vital moment from the first Test as the Wallabies clashed with the All Blacks at the Eden Park fortress in Auckland.
AFLWAussie Rules
Saints farewell Dal Santo with breakthrough win over Magpies
The Saints have delivered a win over the Pies in Nick Dal Santo's last game in charge.
This Magpie plays her 100th game on Saturday. For the first time, her dad will be in the crowd
Sabrina Frederick's UK-based father will get to see her play for the first time when her Magpies take on St Kilda on Saturday.
How do you solve a problem like St Kilda? Our five-step proposal
St Kilda is undeniably in a slump, but there's a way out - it'll just take some bold calls, Sarah Black argues.
The heart and soul Saint keeping vibes high despite grim season
She may be unable to play for the remainder of the season, but Hannah Priest is keeping morale up at Moorabbin.
'I've given my heart and soul': Out-of-contract Wood unfazed by uncertainty
Natalie Wood says she's not concerned about not having a contract past this season, despite the Bombers 1-8 start.
Dogs make light work of Bombers to storm into top four
The Bulldogs kick off Pride Round with a 43-point win over Essendon.
WHO WINS R9? Fish's big call, is this the Saints' week?
Our footy experts have made the call on AFLW round nine.
AFLW TEAMS: Blues veteran returns, Freo responds, Lions’ boost
The teams for round nine's Sunday games are in.
Dal Santo to step down as Saints coach, club to conduct review
St Kilda will part ways with coach Nick Dal Santo after Saturday's round nine game.
Record numbers reveal AFLW's attacking shift as finals race tightens
Numbers show there are more goals and closer games in the AFLW this season.
Motorsport
Leclerc reveals ‘misjudgement’ that cost him Singapore pole
Charles Leclerc believed that there was more potential in his Ferrari after he narrowly missed out on pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix.
Why F1 fans should keep emotions out of Singapore GP
Safer gambling is important, so we’ve flagged some key areas to avoid letting your emotions run wild during Sunday's race at Marina Bay.
'It is serious' – Stella addresses Norris and Piastri's clash
McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella has shared his reaction to the collision that occurred between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri on the final lap of the Singapore Sprint.
What To Watch For in the Singapore Grand Prix
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
What the teams said – Sprint day and Qualifying in Singapore
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the Sprint and Qualifying at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, ahead of the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix.
Russell trying to understand why Mercedes 'didn't feel the same'
George Russell believes that his Mercedes in Qualifying for the Singapore Grand Prix "didn't feel the same" following his crash in Saturday's earlier Sprint.
The F1 drivers Verstappen joins with 50 poles or more
After securing his 50th F1 pole position at the Singapore Grand Prix, Max Verstappen has joined an exclusive group of drivers who have achieved this feat.
Antonelli now ‘seeing the potential’ in Mercedes’ upgrades
Kimi Antonelli declared that he and Mercedes are now “starting to see the potential” in the upgrades they recently introduced, after enjoying a “better day” around Singapore’s Marina Bay Street Circuit.
Hadjar ‘really p****d’ to miss out on Singapore Qualifying
Isack Hadjar qualified in last place at the Marina Bay Circuit after a gearbox fault prevented him from completing a timed lap.
Verstappen building major momentum as 'no-one very happy' at McLaren
Max Verstappen's revival might not be a serious issue for Kimi Antonelli but it is for McLaren, who had a bad Saturday in Singapore, writes Andrew Benson.
Formula 1Motorsport
'We are where we should be' – Norris on Singapore Qualifying
Lando Norris believes that fifth on the grid for the Singapore Grand Prix is "where we should be", as McLaren continue to struggle to match the pace of the leading runners this weekend.
AS IT HAPPENED: Verstappen secures Singapore GP pole
Live coverage of the Formula 1 Qualifying session for the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix.
Perez and Stroll reflect on Singapore Sprint clash
Cadillac's Sergio Perez and Aston Martin's Lance Stroll both suffered an early exit from the Sprint at the Singapore Grand Prix, with the pair colliding less than one lap into the event.
Stewards decision on McLaren Singapore Sprint clash revealed
Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have both escaped punishment after the McLaren team mates collided on the final lap of the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint.
Verstappen beats Leclerc to pole position for Singapore GP
Max Verstappen denied Charles Leclerc pole position at Singapore's Marina Bay Circuit.
Verstappen boosted by ‘very special’ pole for Singapore GP
Max Verstappen was suitably delighted after securing pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix, declaring that “this is the one I wanted” as he chases a maiden triumph at the event.
Max Verstappen takes F1 Singapore GP pole from Leclerc after sprint win
While Red Bull and Max Verstappen were very much on a roll at the Singapore Grand Prix with victory in the sprint and then pole position, Britain’s George Russell was left having to roll with the punches.
Verstappen beats Ferraris to Singapore pole
Red Bull's Max Verstappen beats the Ferraris of Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton to pole position in qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix.
McLaren drivers give verdicts on their Singapore Sprint collision
McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have given their perspectives on the collision between the pair during the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint.
Hamilton delighted with ‘mega start’ in Singapore Sprint
Lewis Hamilton improved from P6 to P3 on the opening lap of the Sprint in Singapore, which became P2 following George Russell’s early retirement.
MLSFootball
Former Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure joins MLS side Charlotte
The American side confirmed that the 33-year-old has joined the club on a contract through to the end of the 2026 MLS season.
How Bradley Wright-Phillips passed the torch to the next face of RBNY
Bradley Wright-Phillips still recalls one of his first impressions of Red Bull New York star Julian Hall when he was coming up through the club’s academy.
Pacific Northwest Sportswatch Daily Listings
(All times Pacific)Schedule subject to change and/or blackoutsSaturday, October 10COLLEGE FOOTBALL3:30 p.m.UCLA at Oregon — CBS. 6 p.m.
Don Garber on the World Cup legacy, Lionel Messi and MLS' future: 'We’re sitting at the head table now'
MLS commissioner Garber reflects as he prepares to leave a league unrecognisable from the one he joined in 1999 as a "non-soccer guy".
MLS honcho would love to see Bayern Munich star Harry Kane in America
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 06: Harry Kane of England arrives at the stadium before the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 group phase match between England and Czechia at Wembley Stadium on October 06, 2026 in London, England.
Of Pochettino's new young USMNT talents, who looks like they are here to stay?
Mauricio Pochettino introduced 13 new players to the USMNT in the last two weeks. Here's who fit in seamlessly and who's not there just yet.
How Argentina paid tribute to Lionel Messi's career: 'Thank you so much – for having existed'
The Argentina capital, and the rest of the country, was awash with celebrations and emotion as they bid farewell to a legend.
Fire beat the Whitecaps 3-1 in matchup of former Bayern Munich teammates Lewandowski and Müller
CHICAGO (AP) — Philip Zinckernagel scored early in the second half, Maren Haile-Selassie had a late goal and an assist, and the Chicago Fire beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 on Tuesday night in a matchup of former Bayern Munich teammates Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Müller.
USMNT guts it out vs. Canada for fourth straight win; Justin Ellis scores, caps perfect window for Pochettino
The U.S. was put under pressure by a physical Canadian approach but managed another win to cap a successful four-game stretch.
Woking sign Norwich goalkeeper Reyes on loan
Woking have signed Norwich City goalkeeper Vicente Reyes on a three-month loan deal. The Chile under-23 international spent the first half of last season on loan with Peterborough United and has made four first-team appearances for Norwich.
NHLIce Hockey
New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin out for season with lower-body injury
Shesterkin suffered the apparent right-leg injury on Friday night against the Capitals when his skate got caught on a goal post.
Eddie Olczyk returns to Blackhawks as team ambassador, CHSN studio analyst
Even when Eddie Olczyk has been away from the Chicago Blackhawks, he’s never stopped thinking about them. Olczyk grew up a Blackhawks fan. In 1984, the team drafted him in the first round with the No.
One NHL player from every team with the most on the line in the 2026-27 season
Some of the season’s most intriguing storylines hinge on what happens next for these players.
Los Angeles Kings vs. Vegas Golden Knights: How to watch tonight's NHL game, with channels, streaming info and more
The Vegas Golden Knights are four games into their NHL season and they've already recorded victories over Chicago, Vancouver and Seattle.
What we’re seeing from Gavin McKenna, Porter Martone and the NHL’s top rookies
A look at how the rookies with the highest expectations have performed across the league to start the season.
Best NHL team fan giveaways of 2026-27: Beer boot, Gr8 Ball, Mike Lange alarm clock
Teams are helping fans furnish their kitchens, dress for the couch and even wake up in the morning.
The Carolina Hurricanes' hog mascot weighed in on Canadian politics during a game. Why?
Stormy, the Hurricanes' mascot, offered a detailed take on Vancouver's housing crisis and the government policies meant to address it.
Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin helped off ice after suffering lower-body injury
The 30-year-old slid into his right post and collapsed to the ice after his skate made contact with the pipe.
Blackhawks' Frank Nazar suspended 2 games for hit on Islanders' Bo Horvat
The incident occurred late in the game, with the Blackhawks trailing 3-1 and their goalie pulled.
Why Canadiens traded defenseman Jayden Struble to Predators for draft pick
Something had to give on the Montreal blue line, and even without Struble, there is a surplus at that position.
Ice Hockey
Macklin Celebrini opens up about injury as he remains 'game-time decision' for Sharks
If the choice were only up to Celebrini, he wouldn’t have missed two Sharks games this week while nursing a lower-body injury.
Panthers' Brad Marchand out for 6 weeks after sustaining injury vs. Kings
Marchand needed help leaving the ice after his injury Tuesday night.
NHL trends and standouts after 10 days and 65 games: Rangers up, Flyers down
It's not a huge sample size, but enough interesting things have happened for us to dig into and look for trends.
NHL Power Rankings: Early first impressions of every team
The season is still extremely young, but first impressions still matter. Here’s one thing we’ve noticed about each team.
John Carlson understands the difficult recovery facing Brock Faber after skull fracture
While Faber's recovery will likely be different, Carlson has been through the process and come out the other side.
Sidney Crosby is in a career-worst scoring slump. What's wrong with the Penguins captain?
Crosby has just three goals in his past 28 games, dating to last season. Here are some possible reasons.
The Dionne Trophy: A fake NHL award for best season by a player about to switch teams
Excellent players changing teams between seasons is always fascinating to watch. But which players had the best year before that?.
Weighing Red Wings' options in Simon Edvinsson contract negotiations, trade market
Edvinsson has returned to Sweden after spending all of training camp and the preseason practicing with the Red Wings without a contract.
Nine trades and more to come: Inside the aggressive plan to build a Cup team in Nashville
Chris MacFarland followed his surprising jump from the Avs to the Preds with a very active offseason. He says he's just getting started.
PWHL releases jerseys for expansion teams in Detroit, Hamilton, Las Vegas, San Jose
Each jersey features its city name stitched diagonally across the chest, with a color scheme unique to each region.
Cricket
Matt Renshaw’s epic 190 helps Australia turn tables on South Africa in Durban
If the choice to ask Nic Maddinson to open in Durban was a bust, the upside for Australia was that it pushed Matthew Renshaw down to number five.
Renshaw's superb 190 powers Aussies to strong position
Queenslander ends decade-long Test hundred drought to lead tourists' spirited recovery.
Where monster ton ranks among Aussie epics as ‘bullseye’ sparks new selection dilemma
Matt Renshaw’s marathon century put Australia ahead of the game on a remarkable second day’s play in the first Test against South Africa in Durban.
Inglis return to add to Australia's selection quandary
Australia's reserve wicketkeeper-batter will rejoin the squad ahead of the second Test against South Africa.
'What this team has been crying out for' - Renshaw 190 lifts Australia
After nine years and 280 days, Matt Renshaw scores epic century to put Australia on top against South Africa and push his own case for a regular place.
India and West Indies head to Indore for potential run-fest with series level
After 501 runs were scored in Ranchi in just 38.3 overs, the two teams will be put to the sword in another batting paradise.
Sri Lanka hope to get out of T20I rut and keep series alive
Pakistan, who're 1-0 up in the three-match series, might go unchanged for the second game.
Forgotten Test quick Richardson sparks stunning WA fightback
Richardson took 5 for 19 to bowl Queensland out for 68, with WA needing just 67 on the final day with five wickets in hand for a stunning win.
Aliss Al Islam in Litton-led Bangladesh squad for ODI tri-series
The mystery spinner is uncapped in ODI cricket, but has played one T20I so far.
Renshaw 190 lifts Australia to 390 before Hazlewood strikes
Renshaw received strong support from the lower order, marked by a record 134-run stand with Nathan Lyon.
A-LeagueFootball
South Melbourne make history with Australia Cup win that could change the future too
South Melbourne defeat Melbourne Victory 4-3 on penalties (1-1 aet) to cap night of celebration and become first non-A-League club to win the cup. It was remarkable. It was incredible.
Old soccer meets new football: Australia Cup final heaves with significance
South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory clash on what promises to be a ‘special and historic night’ and in a triumph of the competition’s concept. One club represents new football, a keystone entity in the contentious reboot of Australia’s round ball game 21 years ago.
A-Leagues launch clouded by Manchester City cheating scandal as APL vows to review findings
Australia’s football season to begin under a pall as Melbourne City shares owners with the Premier League giant found guilty of unprecedented breaches . The Premier League’s finding that Manchester City is guilty of breaching financial rules is already rippling across the football world, overshadowing Wednesday’s launch of the Australian domestic season in Sydney.
Cloud hangs over Australian football with referees still on strike weeks out from A-Leagues opener
There are serious concerns about how the stand-off between FA, APL and the referees’ union will impact the start of the new season. There is a common saying that the best refereeing performance is the one nobody notices.
A-League bombshell as longest-serving coach exits club on eve of new season
Macarthur FC has been rocked by a major coaching change on the eve of the new A-League season, with long-time head coach Mile Sterjovski departing the club by mutual agreement.
‘Coming undone’: Disastrous A-League sign as own goals spark horror twin ‘Cupsets’
Two A-League clubs have been sent packing on a shocking evening of Australia Cup action, continuing a disastrous run for the country’s most powerful teams.
Players hit out at A-Leagues’ conduct over pay offer: ‘Continues to erode trust’
A-League officials have been accused of negotiating in bad faith by speaking to the media within hours of their latest pay offer, as the players’ union said the conduct “continues to erode … trust”. The men’s and women’s competitions remain without a bargaining agreement two months before the start of the new season.
Xabi Alonso plays down Welbeck and Henderson moves after Chelsea win
Xabi Alonso refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, but said he was looking to build a squad that had “proper balance”. Chelsea are understood to be in talks over a surprise move to sign the 35-year-old Welbeck from Brighton, with the club also reportedly interested in signing the 36-year-old Henderson from Brentford.
Canberra United’s A-League Women future secured as date set for Men’s team entry
The future of Canberra United has been secured, with a new owner found for the two-time A-League Women champions. After two years of uncertainty, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) announced on Friday that Australian Sports Group (ASG) has taken charge of Canberra’s licence.
Strike action threatens new A-League season as post-World Cup glow again fades too fast
Stalled CBA negotiations have cast a pall over the game in Australia when it might be harnessing interest around the Socceroos’ World Cup run . The heartbreak from the Socceroos’ penalty shootout defeat to Egypt and exit from the World Cup is still raw, but normal programming in Australian football is starting to resume.
WTATennis
Andreeva vs. Zheng: Everything to know about the Beijing final
Mirra Andreeva is poised to win her fourth title of the season, while wild card and home favorite Zheng Qinwen eyes to become the first Chinese player to win the China Open title. Here's everything you need to know.
Zheng becomes first Chinese finalist in Beijing with straight-sets win over Mertens
Zheng Qinwen became the first ever Chinese finalist in Beijing on Saturday, defeating No. 13 seed Elise Mertens 7-5, 6-2. The Olympic gold medalist won eight of the final 10 games to book a spot in the title match against Mirra Andreeva.
Wuhan draw: Sabalenka, Swiatek eye first 2026 meeting in quarterfinals
Three-time former champion Aryna Sabalenka is the top seed at the Dongfeng • Voyah Wuhan Open, the final WTA 1000 event of the season.
Andreeva or Zheng? Making the case for the China Open finalists
Zheng Qinwen, the first Chinese finalist in Beijing, will play Mirra Andreeva for the China Open title. We make the case for both players.
Andreeva advances to fifth final of 2026 in Beijing, set to become World No. 3
Mirra Andreeva defeated Nikola Bartunkova 6-2, 6-2 to reach her first China Open final, earning her 50th tour-level victory of the season. The 19-year-old will rise to a career-high world No. 3 next week and will face Elise Mertens or Zheng Qinwen for the title in Beijing.
Vote: What was the best shot of the week in Beijing?
We've rounded up the five best shots from the second week in Beijing. Which was your favorite? Check them out and vote for your favorite below.
Mertens beats Swiatek in Beijing for third straight win over a Grand Slam champion
Elise Mertens has now defeated three straight Grand Slam champions at the China Open, and her win over Iga Swiatek also secured WTA Finals berths for Mirra Andreeva and Linda Noskova.
China Open semifinals preview: Breaking down the final four in Beijing
Mirra Andreeva will take on rising star Nikola Bartunkova in the first China Open semifinal, and then wild card Zheng Qinwen will play Elise Mertens. We break down both matchups in Beijing.
Zheng Qinwen's maturing perspective on success fuels energizing Beijing run
Zheng Qinwen's latest run in Beijing is more than just the result. Returning to the site of a 2025 low point, she reflected on how subsequent lows reshaped her mindset and taught her to find value ahead of the final stretch of the 2026 season.
Zheng’s late-season surge continues with win over Svitolina to reach Beijing semis
Zheng Qinwen defeated No. 6 seed Elina Svitolina 6-3, 7-6 (8-6) to reach the China Open semifinals, extending her strong late-season run to 12 wins in her last 13 matches. The wild card entrant will meet either Iga Swiatek or Elise Mertens for a spot in the final.
Tennis
The first-timers who won the WTA Finals: Could Andreeva or Noskova be next?
Only seven women have won the season-ending championship in their debut, a group that includes Ashleigh Barty, Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova. Can either Roland Garros champion Mirra Andreeva or Wimbledon winner Linda Noskova be next?.
Serena Williams honored with Barbie doll to celebrate 2005 AO win
Serena Williams joins Team Barbie with a new doll inspired by her iconic 2005 Australian Open look, celebrating her legacy and inspiring young girls to dream big and break barriers.
‘Of course I know’: Ex-NRL CEO responds to viral World No.1 name gaffe at AO function
New Tennis Australia CEO Andrew Abdo has responded after his mangling of the names of two of the sport’s biggest stars went viral.
Eala talks perfection, embracing pain and brutal feedback with Sharapova
Alexandra Eala was a guest on "Pretty Tough with Maria Sharapova," and the World No. 18 went in-depth on a number of topics, including carrying the hopes of a nation and what makes her feel tough.
Shnaider, Cirstea, Eala, Paolini headline Hong Kong field
Diana Shnaider, Sorana Cirstea, Alexandra Eala and Jasmine Paolini will headline the field at the Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open, one of the final two tournaments before the WTA Finals.
Third time's the charm: Andreeva tops Alexandrova to reach Beijing semis
Mirra Andreeva earned her first win over Ekaterina Alexandrova on Thursday night, edging the No. 19 seed 7-6 (4), 7-6 (3) to reach her first Beijing semifinal. She improved to 1-2 against Alexandrova and advanced to her fourth WTA 1000 semifinal.
First WTA 1000 semifinal! Bartunkova beats Muchova in 67 minutes in Beijing
Nikola Bartunkova won an inter-generational clash of Czech compatriots against Karolina Muchova in just 67 minutes in the China Open quarterfinals, scoring her third Top 10 win and advancing to her first WTA 1000 semifinal.
Wuhan 2026: Dates, draws, prize money and everything you need to know
The 2026 season's last WTA 1000 event has arrived on the WTA Tour Driven by Mercedes-Benz. In Wuhan, here is the schedule, field, defending champions and what is at stake at the Dongfeng Voyah Wuhan Open.
Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka to miss Wuhan Open
Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka will miss next week's Wuhan Open, the final WTA 1000 tournament of the season. Zheng Qinwen will replace Osaka in the draw.
Zheng powers into Beijing last eight with three-set win over Charaeva
Zheng Qinwen continued her strong run on home soil, defeating Alina Charaeva 6-1, 2-6, 6-4 on Tuesday to reach the Beijing quarterfinals for the second time in four appearances. The victory sent her to a third WTA 1000 quarterfinal in China, where she will face Elina Svitolina.
Baseball
Things I think about the Dodgers heading into an NLCS rematch against the Brewers
Thoughts on what Shohei Ohtani can do, how Los Angeles needs to find different ways to score - and more.
Magical White Sox season rides on ‘top-shelf’ sneakerhead with unshakable aura
Sean Burke reflects on the hard work, learning lessons and aura that helped him arrive at a winner-take-all ALDS start.
The Guardians fought their way home. Now Game 5 awaits at Cleveland’s house of magic
The Guardians are one game away from pulling off a dramatic playoff comeback. They think they're in the best possible place to do it.
'He is the Brewers': How Christian Yelich evolved from MVP to captain for Milwaukee
Milwaukee's oldest player and its first captain, Yelich has been the constant of the Brewers' long renaissance — and he's driven for more.
Cliff Floyd: These are the 3 best leaders I played with in my 17 MLB seasons
One veteran teammate called out the whole team. Another paid for his taxis.
Arms race: Do the Dodgers or Brewers have the NLCS pitching edge?
Does the Dodgers' rotation depth give them the edge over the Brewers' strong top-two starters and deep bullpen?.
Dodgers name Tarik Skubal, Yoshinobu Yamamoto as starters for NLCS Games 1 and 2
The Dodgers' top two starters will also be available to pitch later in the series in Games 5 and 6.
Dodgers vs. Brewers NLCS preview: Have Jackson Chourio and Co. leveled up enough to take down Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers?
We've said goodbye to the Phillies and Cubs, and then to the Braves and Padres. What does that leave? The No. 1 and No.
What went wrong for the 2026 Yankees? And where do they go from here?
For the third year in a row, the New York Yankees ended their season by watching an opponent celebrate on the Yankee Stadium grass in October.
Dodgers-Brewers set for NLCS rematch, White Sox-Guardians head to Game 5 & Albert Pujols joins
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeThe NLCS is set to start this weekend, and it will be a familiar matchup, as the Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers are set for round two, with a trip to the World Series on the line.
MLBBaseball
The Guardians ripped up their pitching plan to win Game 4. Game 5 may be even wilder
Gavin Williams came out of the bullpen for the first time since he was in college to help his team win. More of that could be on the way.
After Grant Taylor falters, a charmed White Sox season is on the ropes
All six batters Grant Taylor faced Thursday reached base. Can the White Sox lean on him again in a decisive Game 5?.
White Sox ran out of gas, magic in Chicago. Now they must find some more in Cleveland
The Sox can put together some productive innings and are pretty fun to watch, but they've struck out 31 times over the past two games,.
NLCS predictions: Will the Dodgers-Brewers rematch have a different outcome?
Our MLB experts weigh in on how the battle between the National League's two best teams will play out. Can Milwaukee slay the dragon?.
José Ramírez, just in time to save the Guardians' season, has rediscovered his MVP form in ALDS vs. White Sox
CHICAGO — Even in the worst full season of his career, a true superstar can turn it on at any time. José Ramírez is arguably one of the five best players in Major League Baseball.
Suddenly powerful, Guardians pound away at White Sox to force winner-take-all Game 5
Cleveland’s offense woke up at the perfect time. Led by José Ramírez, the Guardians have hit their way back into this series.
How NLCS ticket prices compare to last year's in Dodgers-Brewers rematch
The Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers are running it back. The two best teams from MLB's regular season are meeting in the National League Championship Series for the second straight year with a trip to the World Series at stake.
The Rays are known for doing more with less. Here are 5 case studies
The Rays do not win every transaction. But they do leverage their deep scouting department and analytic models to find undervalued talent.
MLB proposes 154-game regular season, playoff opponent selection
MLB's latest labor proposal would trim the regular season and let top seeded teams in the first two postseason rounds pick their opponents.
Golf
‘Turning point’: Aussie star’s 97-yard hole-out sparks stunning TWO-eagle PGA Tour charge
Adam Scott has made his move at the US PGA Tour’s Baycurrent Classic on Saturday finishing an incredible six-under par.
Aussie emerges to fight back into PGA title mix after ‘awful’ year confession
See all the latest news from the WA PGA Championship in our interactive below.
How LIV dominoes toppled in Australia as cruel twist — and ‘deep end’ solution — explained
A pair of promising young talents, Nathan Barbieri and James Conran are among the favourites at this week’s WA PGA Championship.
Everything you need to know as jam-packed Aussie summer of golf tees off — Ultimate Guide
Australia’s summer of golf gets underway on Thursday with the WA PGA Championship in the outback mining town of Kalgoorlie.
‘A whole new world’: Inside Aussie golf’s outback stunner you probably haven’t heard of
If there wasn’t a golf tournament in Kalgoorlie, it’s fair to say Ben Eccles would never have set foot in the mining town nearly 700kms northeast of Perth … and he’d be poorer, both financially and in life experience, for it.
Ex-world No.1 quits LIV over new, ‘unacceptable’ terms as bombshell move backfires
Jon Rahm is quitting LIV Golf due to “unacceptable” terms, the star’s lawyer said on Wednesday, dealing a significant blow to the divisive breakaway tour as it attempts to relaunch itself after declaring bankruptcy.
‘Never usually cry’: LIV golfer’s emotional 1000-day first in $1.2m win … with vital bonus
Poland’s Adrian Meronk wept tears of joy after winning the Alfred Dunhill Championship by two strokes as he powered past rival Casey Jarvis in a dramatic final day on Sunday.
‘Crossroads’: Rory McIlroy’s huge Aussie admission as superstar eyes repeat of career-changing triumph
Rory McIlroy has opened up on the role his Australian Open victory played in turning his career around, admitting he was at a “crossroads” before winning the Stonehaven Cup in 2013.
‘Crazy’: A dark cloud hung over this golf star. He may have just saved his career
Tom Kim shot a sparkling final-round six-under 64 on Saturday to win golf gold at the Asian Games -- and avoid a long spell in South Korea’s military.
Morgan’s ‘worst tee shot’ goes viral as world No.788 Aussie takes shock lead – Wrap
Piers Morgan and Gareth Bale have stolen the show at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship after both produced viral moments at St Andrews.
NBLBasketball
Wildcats survive monster Mennenga night
The New Zealand Breakers were right up against it without Parker Jackson-Cartwright while the Perth Wildcats added Brandon Knight, but Sam Mennenga had a monster performance for the visitors before the home team pulled away to win 100-84. The Breakers were playing with just the one import, big man Charles Bediako, with Jackson-Cartwright sidelined with a lower-leg injury while Josiah-Jordan James is still out with a torn hamstring, and his replacement Nelson Weidemann yet to arrive.
REPORT: Bullets star out for two months
The Brisbane Bullets will reportedly be without one of their star players for close to two months due to a quad injury.
United overrun Phoenix in Throwdown
Josh Oduro was a dominant presence inside and Sam Waardenburg came up huge in the fourth quarter for Melbourne United to battle back from an early 15-point deficit to beat the South East Melbourne Phoenix 104-99. It was the second Throwdown already of NBL27 at John Cain Arena with Melbourne having won the first encounter 86-61, but the Phoenix came out soaring on Saturday night to open up a 15-point first half lead.
Breakers suffer huge injury blow
Just hours before they take the RAC Arena court, the New Zealand Breakers have suffered a tough injury blow. The club announced on Saturday that superstar guard and MVP contender Parker Jackson-Cartwright would be sidelined for a number of weeks due to a lower-leg injury.
Cheatham’s lowest moment became his turning point
Zylan Cheatham has opened up on the darkest stretch of his career, revealing last season's Championship Series heartbreak sent him into a "two-week depression" before it reshaped how he approaches the game.
Cotton unmoved by rematch hype
Over the past two seasons, Bryce Cotton and Kendric Davis have produced one of the Hungry Jack’s NBL’s fiercest rivalries, highlighted by the 2025-26 Championship Series. Now on Sunday at Afterpay Arena, fans get the latest chapter of the story, as the 36ers travel to Sydney to play the Kings.
WATCH: Daniels turning heads with incredible start
The second Hungry Jack’s NBL Season for South East Melbourne’s Dash Daniels has been nothing short of exceptional.
Rucker snub sparks Breakers star’s MVP tear
Parker Jackson-Cartwright has stormed into the early MVP conversation, and Derek Rucker helped light the fuse. The Breakers star was ranked 10th in Rucker’s pre-season Top 15, and admits the slight has driven him through a 3-2 start that few saw coming from New Zealand.
Hurt by United, Krebs plots Throwdown payback
After 108 games and arguably the best season of his career, Tanner Krebs admits he was “upset”, “hurt” and “disappointed” when Melbourne United opted not to bring him back in the off-season. He’d thought his club of three years wanted him back.
Breakers chase revenge on return to Perth
The New Zealand Breakers are one of the Hungry Jack’s NBL’s most in-form teams, having recently defeated both Cairns and Adelaide. They will look to make it three wins from as many matches on Saturday when they travel to RAC Arena to face Perth.
MotoGPMotorsport
Marc Marquez wins dramatic Mandalika Sprint, Martin loses the lead after rollercoaster ride to fourth
The #93 emerges victorious in Indonesia, with Turn 1 drama for Bezzecchi and a dramatic Saturday afternoon for Martin seeing a new championship leader take over on top.
Fernandez clinches maiden MotoGP pole, Marc Marquez and Martin off front row
A fascinating qualifying unfolds in Indonesia as Bezzecchi and Di Giannantonio join the SuperFile Trackhouse star on the front row.
Fernandez flies to P1 to beat Bezzecchi and Martin on Friday
Aprilia rule the Mandalika roost on Friday but it’s not the two title contenders with the upper hand.
Bezzecchi leads Marc Marquez and Martin in Indonesia FP1
The top three in the championship rise to the top three in the opening session of the weekend on Lombok.
MEDIA DAY DISPATCH: MotoGP ready to rock on Lombok
Indonesia’s tropical paradise gets set for the sound of MotoGP as Round 17 hones into view.
MotoGP introduces new weekend format from 2027
Two grids. Two showdowns. One MotoGP. Fans can look forward to an even more spectacular weekend as Sprint qualifying arrives next season.
Two points the gap as MotoGP’s 2026 thriller lands in Lombok
The latest Aprilia vs Ducati, Martin vs Marc Marquez chapter is ready to be unleashed as Round 17 brings us to the paradise of Indonesia.
TIME SCHEDULE: Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia
Get the rundown of all the must-know times for our 17th stop of the season!.
DESTINATION LOMBOK: MotoGP’s island paradise
Pristine beaches, lush greenery and a sense of adventure, welcome to Indonesia’s hidden gem – which won’t be hidden for long.
Mandalika misfortunes: Marc Marquez ready to turn the page
Just 11 points scored across his previous four visits, and yet to finish a Sunday race in Indonesia, the #93 is ready to rewrite the story.
Miscellaneous
Mike Repole Invests in Kentucky Derby Owner Amid Push for Change
Mike Repole is putting his money where his mouth is on improving horse racing. The beverage entrepreneur announced on social media Thursday that he has purchased one million shares in Churchill Downs Inc., which owns the Kentucky Derby.
What’s Known About the NHL’s Hometown Remix Uniforms So Far…
All 32 teams get a Hometown Remix uniform this season, and while none have been revealed yet, the schedules, teases, and more are piling up. We're tracking it all right here, team by team.
QMJHL’s Saint John Sea Dogs Debut New Black Alternate Jerseys vs. Rouyn-Noranda Friday
After having to wait most of last season for their new home and road jerseys from Under Armour, the Saint John Sea Dogs will be able to debut their new alternate jerseys on time tonight.
Baby Buds Bloom Again: QMJHL’s Newfoundland Regiment to Sport St. John’s Maple Leafs Throwbacks
The Newfoundland Regiment are marking their home arena’s silver anniversary by donning special throwback jerseys honouring one of their city’s historic hockey franchises.
Royals $3 Billion Ballpark Development Gets Key Approval
The Royals are officially moving to downtown Kansas City after city officials approved bonding to support a $3 billion ballpark and mixed-use development.
Mavs’ Cooper Flagg Unveils ‘Tree-Riffic’ New Personal Logo with New Balance
The reigning Rookie of the Year has his own logo. Cooper Flagg and New Balance revealed a triangular "CF" mark with a pine tree forming the edge of the "C" in honour of Flagg's Maine roots.
Filing Details Jeanie Buss’s Side Deal to Remain Lakers Governor
When Mark Walter bought a controlling stake in the Lakers from the Buss family last year, there was a notable wrinkle: Jeanie Buss would stay on as team governor and oversee day-to-day operations. At first, it wasn’t clear what that meant, nor was it disclosed how Walter would facilitate it.
Utah Utes Unveil New Hand-Painted Helmets For Inaugural “White Out”
The Utes are 8-1 all-time in hand-painted helmets, though this will be the first version to feature a white base after previously using black, gray or red. The post Utah Utes Unveil New Hand-Painted Helmets For Inaugural “White Out” appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
Caitlin Clark Wants Mitchell Back With Fever Despite Fan Comments
Caitlin Clark made it very clear: She wants Kelsey Mitchell back on the Indiana Fever. Speaking in her exit press conference Thursday, Clark said that the Fever’s No. 1 priority in the offseason should be re-signing the four-time All-Star.
PWHL Rolls Out Jerseys for Expansion Teams in Detroit, Hamilton, Las Vegas, San Jose
With about two months until the puck drops on the 2026-27 season, the Professional Women’s Hockey League has rolled out what its four new expansion teams will be wearing when they take the ice.
WNBABasketball
WNBA legend Tina Charles is the New York Liberty’s all-time leading scorer. She’s also its newest intern.
NEW YORK — During a stoppage in Game 2 of the New York Liberty’s first-round WNBA playoff series against the Minnesota Lynx last week, the jumbotron showed Liberty legend Tina Charles, prompting a roar from the sellout crowd at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Close bond between Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard underscores Atlanta Dream’s success and their own
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… In the second quarter of a July game against the Golden State Valkyries, Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray defended forward Cecilia Zandalasini as she tried to cut across the court.
Veronica Burton: The Golden State Valkyries’ love and respect for each other shows on and off court
Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton’s friendships with teammates — particularly fellow guard Kaitlyn Chen – have become an important part of her second season with the franchise.
Norfolk State alum Diamond Johnson’s goal is the WNBA. The Upshot League may help her get there.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… For former Norfolk State standout Diamond Johnson, every game she played over the summer in Upshot, a new domestic professional women’s basketball league, offered a chance to show she belongs in the WNBA. The Upshot League, which finished its inaugural season late last month, includes a mix of international players, WNBA alums and former college stars such as Johnson.
Awa Fam and Dominique Malonga are focused on the present, but their future in Seattle looks bright
NEW YORK — Awa Fam and Dominique Malonga prefer not to talk too extensively about what’s on the horizon for the Seattle Storm. They would rather focus on what they can see, even as they endure a disappointing 8-31 season, as if to temper their excitement about what comes next.
For Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton, family has always been a constant source of support
Long before Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton became a professional basketball player, her family taught her the value of discipline and hard work. She grew up with a sports legacy that spans multiple generations.
Nneka Ogwumike always looked out for the WNBA like family, and now it is growing thanks to her care
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… If there’s one thing to know about Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, it’s that she doesn’t play about her family.
Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin’s belief in her game has never faltered. Others now believe, too.
The first trait many people notice about Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin is her fiery red hair, which makes her easily identifiable on a basketball court. After a conversation with Austin, the second, surely, is her unwavering confidence. “I just know the type of player that I can be.
Mychal ‘the Librarian’ Threets embraces his passions for books and women’s basketball to promote both
While warming up for a home game with the Las Vegas Aces in 2024, forward Alysha Clark couldn’t believe who was sitting courtside. “I stopped and I was like, ‘Oh my God, it’s Mychal,’” said Clark, now a member of the Dallas Wings.
GRWM: Here are ESPN analyst Monica McNutt’s must-have items for WNBA All-Star Weekend
CHICAGO — WNBA All-Star Weekend may last only a few days, but for broadcasters such as ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt, there’s little downtime.
Netball
Sarah Sutter was an inaugural Thunderbird. Now her daughter is making history
Jazmin Mckay has joined the Adelaide Thunderbirds as the club's inaugural mother-daughter signing, following in the footsteps of her mother, a dual premiership T-Bird and gold medal winning Diamond player.
Diamonds name Klau for Constellation Cup squad
Diamonds goalkeeper Sarah Klau is named in Australia's squad for the Constellation Cup, despite being sanctioned by the sport's national governing body.
First Nations netballers driving change, bringing cultural safety
Netball has long lacked Indigenous representation at the elite level. The introduction of the First Nations Tournament and Black Swans are some measures the code is taking to address cultural safety.
Netballer fined after unprecedented assault charge
Diamonds defender Sarah Klau is handed a $5,000 fine and a suspended two-game ban after pleading guilty to assault and failing to disclose the incident prior to the Commonwealth Games. But she'll still be eligible to play at the Constellation Cup.
Netball team's emotion-filled win after player killed in car crash
An A-grade netball team in Victoria's Wimmera region has won a high-emotion grand final after one of its most talented young players died in a car crash this week.
Australian talent is the biggest loser in Super Netball signings
Several Australians miss out on playing contracts in the world's best league as New Zealand's competition collapses.
Netball's uniform debacle hints at bigger problem for women in sport
Swifts netballer and professional nutritionist Teigan O'Shannassy says uniform problems are just one of the many difficulties elite female athletes struggling with body image issues face.
Pay war on ice as Australia's netball stars sign truce
Australia's Super Netball players will receive better pay and more time off under a new 12-month deal, but they eventually want a revenue-sharing model.
Diamonds win bronze medal with an eye to greater things for netball
Australia's loss to Jamaica in the Commonwealth Games semifinal was heartbreaking for the players, who then had to get back up to claim bronze less than a day later. But it may be the best thing for the sport of netball.
Pure shock as Diamonds fumble Australia's most anticipated gold medal
The Diamonds will miss the Commonwealth Games gold medal match for the first time after a shock semifinal loss to Jamaica, in front of a crowd baying for Australia's downfall.