What tyres will the teams have for the Dutch Grand Prix?
Pirelli have confirmed the tyre compounds that will be in use for the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix.
Pirelli have confirmed the tyre compounds that will be in use for the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix.
The weather forecast is in ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix weekend at the Circuit Zandvoort.
With the Formula 1 season set to resume this weekend at Zandvoort, it's the perfect time to see how much you know about Dutch drivers in F1.
Aston Martin are hopeful that the updated power unit will help them take another step forward at the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix.
Arsenal prioritise loan offers for Ethan Nwaneri with the Premier League champions keen to avoid selling their teenage attacker permanently.
Let’s find out how bad your favorite team has really had it when it comes to these punk kids.
Corey Pronman ranks the best young players affiliated with NHL teams, from 1 to 156.
Manchester United are in talks to sign Cameroon international Carlos Baleba having reignited their interest in the midfielder.
As Victoria Police continue to investigate an alleged assault at a Melbourne hotel, the Sydney Swans have banned five players for the rest of the 2026 season.
The selection committee and the white-ball team management felt players required rest after the National Champions Cup ended and an impending international home season.
World Cup-winning New Zealand international Ruby Tui, 34, signs a one-year deal with Trailfinders Women.
Twelve years after he guided the Waratahs to their only Super Rugby title, Michael Cheika is officially back.
Wales wing Lisa Neumann says she is considering her options after leaving Harlequins this summer.
BBC Sport examines how the drought conditions in England have affected rugby clubs.
TV presenter Nick Knowles believes Cornish Pirates are capable of making the Prem after investing in the club.
The hottest prospects in Australian rugby have opened up on their decision to reject a lucrative offer from the NRL expansion franchise, citing loyalty, unfinished business and a shared Wallabies dream.
Newcastle Red Bulls lock Oscar Usher signs a new three-year deal with the club.
Is New Zealand's 'Greatest Rivalry' tour of world champions South Africa a signpost to the future of rugby union?.
Wales centre Eddie James signs a new contract with Scarlets before the start of the 2026-27 season.
Former Wales and Cardiff centre Willis Halaholo has ended his professional rugby career after 'a series of niggling injuries'.
A summer of five heatwaves and barely a drop of rain have left groundstaff wrung out as they work all hours to keep packed schedule going. On Thursday, the County Championship resumes for its final six-week run, charging towards 27 September with barely a pause for breath.
Niroshan Dickwella fell on 12 off 17 in the first session of the final day, moments after bantering with Yashasvi Jaiswal, who goaded him to play the hook.
India displayed the required patience and persistence to seal a 165-run win against a resolute Sri Lanka middle order on a slow pitch.
Matt Renshaw has returned to Australia's Test squad for the second Test against Bangladesh and is in line to play a Test after two-and-a-half years.
Jamaica Kingsmen were 0 for 2 and 54 for 4 before Rovman Powell and Keemo Paul powered them to 181 and St Kitts and Nevis Patriots never really got going in the chase.
Mike Hussey was at an eerily similar stage in his career to the one Matthew Renshaw finds himself in ahead of his Test return.
For a man who has discovered that thinking less about his cricket has helped rejuvenate him at the crease, it might sound strange that Jason Sangha was preoccupied with mastering spinning decks earlier this month.
With white-ball internationals on the horizon, Darwin is pushing for more Test cricket too after last week’s Bangladesh result put it on the map.
A forgotten former international quick has been linked to a shock Test call-up to bolster Australia’s pace attack; while a series of key Australia A squad calls have revealed who’s on the selectors’ radar.
As Mark Waugh assessed the prospects auditioning to be the nation’s next Test batter prior to Matt Renshaw’s recall, the Aussie great and former selector paused before identifying what is a significant problem.
Kosta Nedeljkovic joins Rangers on a season-long loan from Aston Villa, with the Ibrox club holding a "conditional obligation" to buy the 20-year-old Serbia defender.
Former France midfielder Paul Pogba leaves Monaco with his contract terminated after just one season.
United have made an offer of around £60million plus £5m in add-ons for the 22-year-old midfielder.
Today’s gossip is still on the beach. It seems the possibility of winning the Ballon d’Or is not the only thing the England captain Harry Kane has been talking about recently. Well, his representatives at least.
Aston Villa confirm the signings of goalkeeper Zion Suzuki and left-back Matteo Ruggeri in deals worth a combined £47m.
BBC Sport will bring football fans closer to the action across TV, radio, YouTube, website and app.
The 23-year-old played for Japan at the World Cup, has thrived in Italy and now looks set to take the place of Emi Martinez.
After tumbling from the Champions League to the depths of Spain's semi-professional third tier, Malaga are back in La Liga after almost a decade away.
Aston Villa, following a disappointing ninth place finish in the Women's Super League last season, have replaced several departed senior players by transplanting a new Scandinavian heart into their team.
Two clubs are far ahead in wages and turnover, but London City Lionesses could be new force after big transfer moves.
Red Bull's Isack Hadjar will miss this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix after injuring his hand during the summer break.
Kimi Antonelli was a natural driver at the age of three, according to his dad. Here's how he went on to lead the F1 drivers' championship at the age of 19.
We look at the betting markets to see who bookmakers expect to win at Circuit Zandvoort.
George Russell got engaged, Kimi Antonelli soaked up the Sardinian sun and Lewis Hamilton got back in the gym. Find out how the F1 drivers have been spending their summer ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix.
Formula 1 makes its final visit to Zandvoort this weekend and our handy guide gives you everything you need to know before placing your bets.
In the latest episode of F1 Nation, former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer has given his take on how Ferrari can ensure that they stay in the title fight during the second half of the season.
Lawrence Barretto answers F1 Unlocked reader questions on the 2026 title race, whether we could see a new face on the 2027 grid and more.
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto assesses the reasons behind Alex Albon's commitment to Williams for the 2027 season.
Alex Albon is set to extend his stay with the Williams team, having been confirmed to race for the outfit in 2027.
Alex Albon will stay at Williams for the 2027 season after signing a one-year contract extension.
Ukraine's government appeals against FIA's decision to welcome back Russian and Belarussian drivers.
There has been progress for Ferrari in 2026, but can the Scuderia improve further in the second half?.
Before the second half of the 2026 season kicks off, we asked our writers to create their ideal F1 team by picking two drivers and a Team Principal.
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli and George Russell are both fighting for the title, but the team believe that the drivers have maintained a good relationship.
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the season resumes with the Dutch Grand Prix.
There’s a fresh face on the block. Get to know Honda’s latest signing, who already has an impressive CV!.
After three long weekends without a Formula 1 race to look forward to, it’s time to get back to action following the summer shutdown. And there will be plenty of racing to look forward to between now and the end of the season as the second half kicks off with our final visit to Zandvoort.
F1 Correspondent Lawrence Barretto takes us through the current state of play in the F1 driver market.
Here are all the timings – along with all the additional information you need – for the 12th Grand Prix weekend of the 2026 season from Zandvoort in the Netherlands.
It has been a big year so far for Nikola Tsolov, with the Bulgarian leading the F2 championship as well as being linked to a Formula 1 seat for 2027.
Five Sydney Swans players stood down for the rest of the season over breaches of club standards issue an apology to their club, fans and the wider community.
Gold Coast has benched wantaway star Ben King for what could be his final game in Suns colours, while St Kilda gives Dougal Howard a farewell game.
The teams are in for Thursday night's clash between St Kilda and Gold Coast at Marvel Stadium.
The five Sydney Swans players stood down by the club break their silence in a joint statement.
The five players banned by the Swans on Wednesday will not be eligible for All-Australian selection.
The five players banned by Sydney on Wednesday have issued a joint statement.
Check out all the latest trade news from around the League.
Governor General Sam Mostyn says she is "shocked and troubled" by a sexual assault allegation linked to Sydney Swans players, declaring it an important reminder of the need for "constant vigilance for respectful treatment of women everywhere".
Club leaders say player welfare remains the priority as Sydney's AFLW squad prepares for Sunday's historic double-header.
A new potential landing spot for Jordan Ridley has reportedly emerged.
Want to get this in your inbox every Wednesday afternoon? Sign up for the AFL newsletter here. Sydney is a football club that has been lauded for, and indeed traded off, its magnificent culture. The trademarks of the “Bloods Culture” were written on butcher’s paper.
Saints defender Dougal Howard has announced he will retire at season's end.
Veteran pair will face Brisbane while another misses, as McRae makes call on whether to play stars.
Bayswater Football Club in Perth is thriving after embracing inclusivity among all its players, culminating in the annual Baysie Pride Cup.
Sydney CEO Matthew Pavlich has conceded his club’s women’s team is “deeply disappointed” in the five male Swans players suspended for breaches of club standards, independent to a separate police investigation into an alleged sexual assault.
Read the full transcript from the press conference with Swans chairman Andrew Pridham and chief executive Matthew Pavlich.
The AFL has confirmed that the 2027 Gather Round will take place from Thursday 8 April through to Sunday 11 April, during the 2027 Toyota AFL Premiership Season.
Collingwood will lose two big-name players to injury, get two veterans back and are yet to decide what to do with some of their other superstars in the final round of the season.
Sydney Chairman Andrew Pridham and CEO Matthew Pavlich have emphasised the Swans are “deeply embarrassed and ashamed” with the behaviour of five of their players, who have been suspended for the remainder of the 2026 season.
AFL chairman Andrew Pridham and Sydney Swans CEO Matthew Pavlich address the media as players Riley Bice, Nick Blakey, Isaac Heeney, James Jordon and Chad Warner are banned for the remainder of the AFL season.
Want to win your Fantasy Premier League mini-league but need some expert advice? Here are some tips from last season's champion Erik Ibsen.
As Manchester United prepare to start the new Premier League season at Hull on Saturday, BBC Sport examines how Michael Carrick's team will set up tactically.
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
How will your club fare in the 2026-27 Premier League? BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty makes his annual predictions.
We surveyed the fans and writers for each club. This is how they are feeling - and what George Caulkin thinks about it all...
The Brighton & Hove Albion head coach discusses silencing doubters, unlikely confidents, feeling English, and his hatred of set pieces.
Once a month throughout the 2026-27 season, we will update this list, showing the risers, the fallers, the new entries and the dropouts...
Boardroom manoeuvrings at Liverpool and Chelsea have underlined how the top clubs still hold such allure.
His exit to Barcelona may cost him a few places in the all-time rankings of City fans, but nothing can change what he achieved for the club.
Erling Haaland's running style can claim to borrow from Thierry Henry, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe.
Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here. Fixture congestion abounds for Major League Soccer as the league navigates the World Cup break and the Leagues Cup action. As a result, Wednesday night sees a full slate of action with 15 matches scheduled.
Sánchez was introduced as CF Montreal’s designated player Tuesday, joining MLS during a critical moment in the league's history.
The Union will pay a fee in the region of $2.5 million for the USMNT defender, sources say.
Yankee Stadium’s temporary soccer pitch drew criticism before Philadelphia Union's win over NYCFC.
Action is heating up off the field in MLS. It's crunch time in the transfer window, and we break down the hottest news in our weekly column.
SEATTLE (AP) — Rayan Elloumi and Thomas Müller scored second-half goals and goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka wasn't tested as the Vancouver Whitecaps handed the Seattle Sounders a club-record seventh straight defeat in MLS play with a 2-0 victory on Sunday night.
As two greats near the end of their careers, can others reach the same heights? Or has the fragmentation of football made it more difficult?.
CHICAGO (AP) — Dje D'Avilla had a goal and an assist in the first 14 minutes and the Chicago Fire spoiled the debut of Portland Timbers coach Martí Cifuentes with a 2-1 victory on Sunday night.
We are still trying to understand.It was a difficult MLS night for Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates. Heavily beaten by Nashville (4-1), the Florida club experienced two major incidents during the match.
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Simon Beecher had two goals, Daniel Edelman opened the scoring in the seventh minute, and St. Louis City beat the San Jose Earthquakes 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to nine games.
Before the round of footy gets underway, catch the tips from Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler.
Brisbane forward Xavier Willison has shut down claims his side “don’t care” after slumping to their 15th loss of the season, saying they are playing for more than pride as the season comes to an end.
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy wants a Storm man to be his successor, whether it’s Billy Slater or someone else.
Following two successful years supporting communities impacted by significant weather events, national insurance provider Youi and the NRL expanded the Youi Community Scrum program in 2026.
See all the late mail, official team news and updates for Round 25 of the 2026 NRL Telstra Premiership competition.
As part of Telstra Together Round, the Raiders have unveiled a mural celebrating Josh Papalii's 2019 try that sent them into the grand final.
Queensland great Darius Boyd throws his hat in the ring for the vacant Maroons coaching position.
The Rabbitohs could welcome Latrell Mitchell back in a big boost and now Wayne Bennett has hinted at his potential role should he return — and it’s not in the centres.
England has 11 NRL stars in their World Cup train-on squad and another five are making the move after the tournament.
Heamasi Makasini may have found himself dropped to NSW Cup by coach Benji Marshall, but the young talent has responded emphatically.
Canberra heads to Belmore riding the momentum of one of their most important wins of the season after edging Newcastle 25-18 in Round 7.
The opening Round 8 clash is a crucial encounter for two sides - Newcastle Knights and Wests Tigers - fighting for a top-four berth.
North Queensland's recent resurgence is one to be watched, while the Dragons are looking to limit their errors.
This is undoubtedly the clash to watch in Round 8, with the result having major implications for the race for a top-two finish. .
This clash features two teams coming in hot off differing results in Round 7.
The Roosters remain the competition's standard-bearers after producing a stunning second-half comeback to beat Brisbane 34-20. And the Warriors enter Round 8 after a narrow 30-22 loss to Wests Tigers.
Captain George Williams scores one of Warrington's six tries in their Super League victory against reigning champions Hull KR.
Ben Te’o has followed Cameron Smith and Kevin Walters in withdrawing from the race to become Queensland’s next head coach while another name has emerged as potential candidate.
“Marty, you f...ing liked it.”.
South Sydney winger Campbell Graham has backed teammate Alex Johnston to chase down Panthers rival Tom Jenkins as the race for the Ken Irvine Medal goes down to the wire. .
Check out how your AFLW team is tracking ahead of round two.
After an attempt to move clubs last season, Cambridge McCormick is back at the Giants and focusing on the future.
Dakota Davidson faced the Tribunal on Tuesday night.
The Kangaroos look set for another strong AFLW campaign, but is there dominance good for the competition?.
The prospective No.1 pick in this year's Telstra AFLW Draft, Bailee Martin was almost eligible to join the all-conquering Kangaroos.
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
Kate McCarthy says club's need to dedicate more attention to the competition's stars.
The match review for Saturday and Sunday's round one AFLW games is in.
The coaches' votes for the round one games are in.
Richmond's Sierra Grieves is the Telstra AFLW Rising Star for round one.
Isaiah Hartenstein will not play for the German national team this summer due to an ankle injury. The German Basketball Federation made the decision after consulting with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Hartenstein will remain with the team for the Turkish Airlines Supercup this August.
UConn men's basketball hired Charlie Stevens as the program's general manager on Tuesday. Stevens was previously the director of grassroots scouting for the Spurs. Stevens replaces Tom Moore, who retired earlier this summer. UConn lost in the National Championship to Michigan last season. .
Center Hunter Dickinson has been waived by the New Orleans Pelicans. Dickinson re-signed with the Pelicans on a Two-Way in July. Dickinson appeared in 44 G League games last season with Birmingham, averaging 17.6 points, 11.0 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 30.3 minutes.
The Buss family reiterated its intention to sell the remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers, stating that five of the six siblings in the Buss trust remain "united" in the decision.
The Buss siblings' statement comes a day after Jeanie's lawyer said they did not have the right to sell the family's stake in the franchise.
The Buss siblings are not backing down following a legal challenge from their sister Jeanie to their plan to sell the family's remaining share of the Los Angeles Lakers.
Malik Dia and the New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to a Two-Way deal. Dia averaged 10.0 points and 5.8 rebounds for the Pelicans during Summer League. Dia went undrafted this year out of Ole Miss.
If you're Luka Dončić, the business of basketball is quite a thing.
A quick hitter on today's news of the Buss family voting to sell their remaining shares to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger and evaluating Jeanie Buss' arguments to block the sale.
The 2027 WNBA All-Star Weekend will be held at Chase Center, home of the Golden State Valkyries. The shooting skills challenge returns for its second year, scheduled for July 30 alongside the 3-point shootout.
NBA game coverage generated a record $2.11 billion in advertising revenue during the 2025-26 season, marking a 38% increase from the previous year, according to a new report from Guideline. The league's distribution partners booked $580 million more than the prior season's $1.53 billion total.
Subscribe to The Dunker SpotApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeWe have a fun episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!. First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones analyze the Dennis Schröder-Tre Mann trade between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Charlotte Hornets, then examine their offseason and roster outlook.
Despite an ownership transition and now a dispute amongst the Buss family, life inside the Los Angeles Lakers' facility remained largely unchanged Monday, according to sources.
The Indiana Pacers signed Braden Smith to a Two-Way contract. The recent departure of Ethan Thompson to Partizan created a roster spot for the Pacers to sign Smith. Smith was the 38th overall pick out in the 2026 NBA draft out of Purdue.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
Dennis Schroder is used to moving around during his NBA career. A recent trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Charlotte Hornets means Schroder will suit up for his 12th NBA team. Schroder knew the Cavs were trying to move him and he's thankful to have landed in Charlotte.
The Toronto Raptors and guard Malachi Smith have signed a contract. The deal is likely a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 training camp contract. That gives Smith and opportunity to compete for a roster spot, while also allowing the Raptors to convert him to a two-way contract.
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Atlanta Hawks assistant general manager Kyle Korver has left the team, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Stein adds that the two sides parted ways on good terms.
The Charlotte Hornets are hiring John Bryant as an assistant coach, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Bryant was most recently an assistant on Billy Donovan's staff with the Bulls. Bryant also worked as an assistant with the Sixers under Brett Brown.
Marie Bouzkova overcame a break deficit in both sets to defeat American teenager Iva Jovic in two tiebreaks at the Cincinnati Open. The No. 22 seed will face No. 4 seed Coco Gauff for a place in the quarterfinals.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka was imperious in her third-round victory over Wang Xinyu at the Cincinnati Open, advancing in under an hour.
Coco Gauff edged out fellow American Ann Li 6-1, 7-6 (3) in Cincinnati as the 2023 champion returns to the tournament's Round of 16.
Mirra Andreeva converted her fourth match point after a tightly-contested second set to hold off Janice Tjen in the Cincinnati Open third round.
Former US Open champions Sloane Stephens and Venus Williams feature in the first batch of 2026 US Open main-draw wild cards, as well as Warsaw WTA 125 champion Carol Young Suh Lee and Vancouver WTA 125 champion Taylah Preston.
World No. 9 Elina Svitolina, right ankle injury, pulled out of the Cincinnati Open ahead of her third-round match against Wang Xiyu. Wang will face Madison Keys for a spot in the quarterfinals.
Amanda Anisimova overcame a slow start to defeat Alexandra Eala 4-6, 6-4, 6-2 and reach the Cincinnati round of 16. The American rallied from 2-0 down in the deciding set and will next face Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova.
Serena and Venus Williams' completed their long-awaited doubles reunion in Cincinnati Monday night. In front of a sold-out Grandstand crowd, the 14-time Grand Slam doubles champions delivered the fans -- and themselves -- a night to remember.
Jessica Pegula beat Emma Navarro 7-5, 6-2 in 1 hour, 41 minutes to reach the Cincinnati Round of 16, improving to 4-0 in their head-to-head. The all-American derby unfolded before a strong Grandstand crowd that stayed despite earlier rain delays.
Elena Rybakina will face in-form Diana Shnaider in the Round of 16 of the Cincinnati Open after both won their third-round matches in straight sets.
Defending champion Iga Swiatek extended her winning streak to eight straight matches after coming from a set down to win the 10th edition of her rivalry with Maria Sakkari in the Cincinnati Open third round.
Coco Gauff overcame a slow start to defeat Liudmila Samsonova in three sets and reach the third round of the Cincinnati Open. The No. 4 seed will meet fellow American Ann Li next, with a spot in the round of 16 at stake.
Janice Tjen had five match points in the second set against a valiant Viktorija Golubic, but the Indonesian would have to win in the decider. In her Cincinnati debut, Tjen is into the last 32 where she will face Mirra Andreeva.
Sabalenka overcame brutal heat, swirling wind and five missed match points to beat Talia Gibson in straight-sets Sunday in Cincinnati. She fired 13 aces and controlled the second‑set tiebreak to extend her streak of opening-match wins to 24.
Sara Bejlek last played Barbora Krejcikova nearly four years ago at the 2023 Australian Open. Today, she defeated the Czech compatriot to advance to the third round in her debut at the Cincinnati Open.
After a slow start, Toronto champion Iga Swiatek picked up her seventh straight match win by beating Emiliana Arango in Cincinnati.
The Race to the 2026 WTA Finals at Indian Wells is tightening up. With the crown-jewel event approaching in just under three months, wtatennis.com takes a updated look at who's in, who's on the bubble and who's outside looking in.
Jessica Pegula and Linda Noskova won their second-round matches at the Cincinnati Open with ease.
After her Cincinnati Open debut, Maja Chwalinska talked about getting her first win since Roland Garros, recovering from her ankle injury and embracing the post-Roland Garros attention.
Alexandra Eala and Maja Chwalinska advanced to the second round of the Cincinnati Open with straight-set victories on Saturday. Eala improved to 8-1 during the North American hardcourt swing, while Chwalinska earned her first win since her runner-up finish at Roland Garros.
It was business as usual for the Brewers on Tuesday night — and more misery for the Mariners.
Things were incredibly easy for the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday. They rolled to a 22-0 win over the Seattle Mariners in what ended up being the kind of blowout that Major League Baseball hadn't seen in well over a century.
The Toronto Blue Jays are getting hot just in time. Catcher Alejandro Kirk led the Blue Jays to a 10-5 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday. Kirk finished the game 3-for-5 with a home run and three RBI. He recorded a single and a double, missing the cycle by only a triple.
The New York Yankees got a key piece of their rotation back Tuesday with the return of three-time All-Star Carlos Rodón from a multi-week layoff.
Chicago Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong didn't slow down at all on Tuesday night. Crow-Armstrong hit a leadoff home run in the bottom of the first inning to kick off their 4-3 win over the Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field.
San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. pulled double duty on Tuesday against the New York Mets, and ended up powering them to a convincing 5-2 win at Citi Field. New York's starting pitcher, Zac Thornton, threw only one pitch to Tatis in the top of the first inning.
San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. pulled double duty on Tuesday night against the New York Mets. New York’s starting pitcher Zac Thornton threw only one pitch to Tatis Jr.
The filings offer a window into the finance mogul's sports and business empire and reveal a loan tied to the MLB club has been paid off.
Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz is heading back to the IL with neck inflammation, manager Dave Roberts told reporters prior to Tuesday's game in Colorado.
Since Aug. 7, Díaz has blown three out of his five save opportunities and allowed nine earned runs in five innings.
Over 18 seasons at Louisiana State University, he won five national titles and was voted the second-best college baseball coach of the 20th century.
Just six weeks remain in the 2026 MLB regular season. Six weeks stand between our current selves and the more entertained, more fulfilled, playoff-watching versions of ourselves.
Mancini returned to the sport after taking time off for cancer treatment in 2020 and won a World Series with the Houston Astros in 2022.
Welcome to The Windup, The Athletic's MLB newsletter.
On the field, former Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini did a lot worth celebrating.
This is Netflix’s first season partaking in MLB broadcasts.
The Chicago White Sox's surprising competence in 2026 means the crosstown series with the Chicago Cubs carries some weight this season.
The most unique ballpark innovation in Major League Baseball this season was conceived through something many millions of people do every day: Doomscrolling on Instagram.
At first, Pete Crow-Armstrong's offseason comments sounded a bit unconventional. But he hit on a fascinating scientific concept.
The baseball season is long and arduous and sometimes the players you expect to see go off barely get out of the gate.
Adam Scott will be the headline act for a blockbuster Australian summer of golf, after confirming his attendance at the country’s two most prestigious events.
The PGA Tour’s biggest names are heading to Bellerive Country Club for this week’s BMW Championship with everything on the line.
LIV Golf’s precarious situation is going from bad to worse, with a boycott looming for the cash-strapped league’s year-ending event amid reports of unpaid wages.
LIV Golf’s worst-kept secret is officially out, with the cash-strapped tournament confirming the season-ending Michigan event has been cancelled.
Scottie Scheffler kicked off the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup playoffs in style with a commanding eight-shot victory at the FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind in Memphis.
World number one Scottie Scheffler matched the course record with a nine-under par 61 to grab a three-stroke lead after Friday’s second round of the PGA St. Jude Championship.
Three-time major winner Jordan Spieth, trying to end a four-year victory drought, fired a seven-under par 65 to share the lead after Thursday’s first round of the PGA Tour St. Jude Championship.
Australian golfer Jessica Bang has died after suffering a brain haemorrhage while in Thailand to compete in a qualifying tournament, with the WPGA Tour of Australasia confirming the 18-year-old’s death.
LIV Golf’s already uncertain future is facing its biggest blow yet, with Jon Rahm set to quit the league following months of speculation.
With the FedEx Cup playoffs beginning at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis late on Thursday night Australian time, crunch time has arrived for Presidents Cup hopefuls.
The dog days of summer are in full effect, and NFL training camps are taking their toll. Take, for instance, Tuesday's joint practice between the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints in Oxnard, California. The NFC rivals squared off for a full practice in pads.
Subscribe to Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & HaydenApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeFantasy Football Wide Receiver Rankings Changes - Josh and Hayden cover all of the key Wide Receiver changes from Preseason Week 1. Plus some camp injuries and a few bonus Tight End discussions.
ENGLEWOOD, Calif. — As the Denver Broncos streamlined their messaging surrounding a chippy practice, defensive coordinator Vance Joseph spoke assertively. "We all know on defense to avoid the quarterback," Joseph said.
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — On Friday against the Green Bay Packers, Bo Nix will play his first live football since fracturing his ankle Jan. 17 in the divisional round of the playoffs.
Maybe it's time to bubble wrap everyone in the NFL for the next few weeks. It's not even the second week of the preseason and there have been a bunch of key injuries. Some teams will be impacted in a significant way heading into the season by the injuries they've already taken on.
An NFL team outside the U.S.? Plus franchise valuations, the latest on Daniel Jones and Travis Hunter and Jake Ciely's favorites.
Subscribe to Football 301 with Nate TiceApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeNate Tice & Matt Harmon deep dive on all four teams in the AFC South ahead of the 2026 NFL season.
Terrion Arnold will land on the NFL commissioner's exempt list when his contract with the Seattle Seahawks becomes official, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports.
Campbell spoke to reporters for the first time since his brother was charged with murder following the death of their mother.
Imagine a Super Bowl Sunday in the not-too-distant future where you settle down to watch the Big Game.
With less than a week remaining before the 2026 NFL Draft, Arizona State wideout Jordyn Tyson held a private workout that most NFL teams attended.
The 2026 NFL preseason is here, and we now have odds available for every single game this season.
The NFL has been expanding its global presence over the years, with a record nine international games scheduled for the 2026 season.
The NFL's continued growth internationally may eventually result in a franchise — or even multiple franchises — based outside of the United States. In fact, commissioner Roger Goodell has "no doubt" it is in the league's future.
Before joining the Eagles last season, Smith spent 25 games with the Browns, who traded him to the Lions at the deadline in 2024.
If either Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders is going to have success this season, it will likely be because of the playmakers around him.
As the 2025 season progressed, so did Manning. Three areas of his game, in particular, showed noticeable improvement.
Here's how the Chiefs' QB and the NFL tight end linked up after knee injuries this offseason — and what they learned about each other.
Mike LaFleur wasn't prepared for just how hot Arizona is, and Klint Kubiak and Jeff Hafley have learned to control the tempo of practice.
If your team is looking for depth, these are some realistic options among those who stood out in the first week of the preseason.
The Wolfpack will honor the university's military connection and the seven major installations in the state with the camouflage design. The post N.C. State To Wear “Wolfpack Warriors” Alternate Football Uniforms This Fall appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
LeBron James could quickly become one of the most popular figures in the world of “YouTube golf” after the NBA star entered the fast-growing social media space over the weekend.
The Cardinals previously honored the native son and boxing icon with alternate uniforms in a win over Boston College in 2019 and loss to SMU in 2024. The post Louisville Cardinals Unveil Uniforms Inspired By Muhammad Ali’s Everlast Boxing Gloves, Trunks appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels’s dispute with LSU over his old No. 5 has become a nationwide internet punchline for brands and professional sports teams.
Women’s tennis stars have lamented the tour’s crowded schedule for years. Change may finally be coming.
Scottie Scheffler’s dominant performance in winning the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis powered him past Rory McIlroy and brought him about $1 million away from catching Tiger Woods for the highest career PGA Tour earnings of all time.
The Sun Devils captured their first and only Rose Bowl victory with a 22-15 win over Michigan on New Year's Day in 1987. The post Arizona State Sun Devils Celebrating 1987 Rose Bowl Win With Throwback Uniforms appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The desert camouflage pattern is inspired by the uniforms worn by the Corps of Cadets, a student military organization established at the university. The post Texas A&M Aggies To Wear Camouflage Alternate Football Uniforms This Fall appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
This will mark the first time in program history that “Huskers” appears on the side of their helmets, which have historically featured the Stick “N.” The post Nebraska Cornhuskers Unveil New All-Black Football Uniforms For 2026 Season appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
MLB wasted no time announcing the 2027 Field of Dreams Game, and the Royals already showed off the uniforms they'll wear, while the Red Sox left us a clue from the 1930s to decode.
Before he landed in Australia and started dominating the Hungry Jack's NBL, Bryce Cotton was plying his trade in the NBA. Across two seasons, the now 34-year-old made 23 appearances for Utah, Phoenix and Memphis.
The last time Darius Days was in the Hungry Jack's NBL, he helped the Illawarra Hawks win the 2024-25 championship. Now, after a stints with San-en NeoPhoenix (Japan) and TNT Tropang 5G (the Philippines), the 26-year-old forward is returning for a second season with the Hawks.
The Cairns Taipans are set to take on United States college side, the Saint Mary's Gaels, this Wednesday from 6:30pm AEST. Fans can watch a live stream of the game via NBL.com.au and the NBL App. If you're having trouble viewing the stream, click here to watch >> VIEW BOX SCORES.
Tasmania coach Scott Roth believes the club's new high-performance facility will give the JackJumpers a genuine edge in recruiting the best talent from around the world. The $20 million training centre in Kingston, which opened at the end of July, houses both the club's NBL and WNBL programs.
The New Zealand Tall Blacks have named their team for the next window of the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers, headlined by eight current NBL players.
Melbourne United's roster revamp has them set to bounce back in a big way, as the club attempts to bring home the Hungry Jack's NBL27 championship.
The Illawarra Hawks have added to their depth for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season by signing Lamar Patterson as a Nominated Replacement Player. The 35-year-old joins the Hawks after a strong NBL1 North season, in which he guided Ipswich to the Grand Final.
Brisbane Bullets' high-profile recruit Arnas Velička has officially arrived on Australian soil for his first professional season outside of Europe, with plenty of expectations placed on his shoulders.
South East Melbourne recruit Skylar Mays comes to the Hungry Jack's NBL27 with huge expectations, following his multi-year stint in the NBA. The former Portland, Atlanta and Los Angeles Lakers guard has already been mentioned as an MVP-type talent by coach Josh King, as the club attempts to get over the Playoffs hump.
Pete Hooley and Joe Ingles sit down to run through the NBA veteran's career in the US - including his battles against LeBron and Steph, who his favourite teammates were and which NBL stars he once suited up alongside in Utah.
An in-depth look at the NHL's future with a ranking of every team's under-23 core.
A common playground maneuver could be hockey’s most important movement.
The television program was a spinoff of "Hockey Night in Canada," broadcasting NHL games in Punjabi on Saturday nights.
Coming off three Olympic gold medals, USA Hockey is using the momentum to help galvanize American goaltending.
From Jayden Daniels to Mikaela Shiffrin, we asked pro athletes: What's the single most important trait for a leader to have?.
Maher was a staple on Flames radio broadcasts for over 30 years, calling the team's lone Cup victory in 1989 and its 2004 Cup Final run.
Let's dive into an important detail hiding in plain sight that a lot of fans aren't clear about.
Catan, one of the world's most popular board games, is hoping to lure in sports fans with a growing number of partnerships.
The chance to see the hideaway from the hit queer hockey romance lured me to Canada’s cottage country. But it was the glistening lakes and weep-worthy sunsets that won me over.
Alex Formenton has been reinstated immediately, while Cal Foote, Carter Hart, Dillon Dubé and Michael McLeod remain suspended.
From its chaotic early days to featuring more than 100 NHL players, those involved tell the untold stories of a unique summer league.
As Connor McDavid can attest, it's not easy to win the Stanley Cup. But does that make for a real advantage in terms of player quality?.
Introducing our new Oilers reporter, and the three storylines he's most excited to cover this season.
For a third consecutive year, we examine the top tier of NHL players to predict who could wind up elected to hockey's greatest honor.
With the Hlinka Gretzky Cup complete, the latest ranking features a star Canadian and the best Russian draft class in years.
Ken Whittier trains some of the world's fastest, strongest hockey pros. I want to lift my lawn mower from the basement without injury.
Mehta won two Stanley Cup titles in the Florida Panthers' front office, in part by helping them nail seemingly minor moves.
Which players have Winnipeg's best and worst contracts? Which ones are the most difficult to project?.
A lot has changed in the NHL over the past decade. Has it been for better or for worse?.
Plus: The puck-over-glass penalty is actually a good thing, and the Whalers' Ron Francis trade gets an unfairly bad rap.
12 rounds in the books and already seven winners: 2026’s winner list continues to grow, matching 2025’s total tally!.
Botafogo Beach prepares to welcome MotoGP at the start of a new era.
12 different winners from the last 12 British GPs: you couldn’t write the script at Silverstone. Check out the incredible list of names that Raul Fernandez joins!.
Need a recap from a memorable visit to Silverstone? We’ve got you covered with the hottest topics from the British GP!.
The official charity partner of MotoGP™ returned to Silverstone with a bang, setting a new all-time high for British GP fundraising efforts.
The 12th different winner in the last 12 British Grands Prix, the Spaniard led from start to finish for a mighty first Grand Prix win of the season.
The championship leader beats Ogura and Bezzecchi on a super Saturday for the Noale factory as Marc Marquez endures a tough Sprint outing.
The Championship leader snatches pole by just 0.021 to become the eighth polesitter in eight Grands Prix at Silverstone.
The four-time MotoGP champion’s son receives the medal honouring Duke’s incredible achievements.
The team owner had plenty to say in pitlane on Friday, giving some interesting insight into the team’s rise, riders and ambition.
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.
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.
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 refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, but said he was looking to build a squad that had “proper balance”. Chelsea are understood to be in talks over a surprise move to sign the 35-year-old Welbeck from Brighton, with the club also reportedly interested in signing the 36-year-old Henderson from Brentford.
The future of Canberra United has been secured, with a new owner found for the two-time A-League Women champions. After two years of uncertainty, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) announced on Friday that Australian Sports Group (ASG) has taken charge of Canberra’s licence.
Stalled CBA negotiations have cast a pall over the game in Australia when it might be harnessing interest around the Socceroos’ World Cup run . The heartbreak from the Socceroos’ penalty shootout defeat to Egypt and exit from the World Cup is still raw, but normal programming in Australian football is starting to resume.
Auckland FC have won their first A-League Men championship title after defeating all-time record-holders Sydney FC 1-0 in front of a record crowd in Auckland on Saturday night.
Former Sydney FC coach Steve Corica’s resurrection from Sky Blues scapegoat to Auckland FC hero is complete after guiding the Black Knights to grand final glory over his old club.
A win for the Black Knights in front of a fervent home crowd could sell its own story, but Patrick Kisnorbo’s dogged Sky Blues stand in the way. The best-laid plans of the A-League Men often go awry.
Juan Mata had been written off, another caught in the mire of Australian football despite being a World Cup winner. Ever-smiling, now the 38-year-old also has the last laugh, having won the A-League Men’s Johnny Warren medal, the award for the competition’s player of the year.
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.
CHICAGO — WNBA All-Star Weekend may last only a few days, but for broadcasters such as ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt, there’s little downtime.
More than 3,000 miles from her roots in Newton, Massachusetts, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton has made San Francisco her second home. Over the past two years, she has spent much time learning the city, embracing its quirks and discovering hidden gems.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… New York Liberty center Kym Hampton remembers feeling exhausted before even stepping on the basketball court.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… When Teresa Weatherspoon agreed to be a general manager for this week’s WNBA All-Star Game, it wasn’t a case of the league calling in a Basketball Hall of Famer out of touch with today’s stars.
NEW YORK — Five years after delivering one of the more memorable speeches in ESPYS history, in which she called out the coverage disparity for Black women athletes in the media, Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers said the problem still exists.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Somewhere between the WNBA’s biggest cultural moment in a generation and streetwear’s full takeover of professional sports, Indiana found its guy.
In Nigerian culture, Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike said, a person’s full name acts as an affirmation. Ogwumike, whose full name is Nnemkadi Chinwe Ogwumike, said Nnemkadi means “mother supreme,” Chinwe means “God gives,” and Ogwumike means “warrior.”.
During her fifth season in the WNBA, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton will share a look into her life on and off the court in a monthly video diary on Andscape. Golden State Valkyries point guard Veronica Burton’s path to becoming a WNBA starter wasn’t linear.
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.
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.
Australia's loss to Jamaica in the Commonwealth Games semifinal was heartbreaking for the players, who then had to get back up to claim bronze less than a day later. But it may be the best thing for the sport of netball.
The Diamonds will miss the Commonwealth Games gold medal match for the first time after a shock semifinal loss to Jamaica, in front of a crowd baying for Australia's downfall.
Surf Coast Suns players say their safety and dignity are at stake without change rooms and toilets closer to the court.
Diamonds fans are disappointed to discover Australia's dominant netball team's Glasgow Commonwealth Games matches are only being aired live on Seven's online streaming service.
The Diamonds easily beat Tonga, as expected, but the love for an underdog is so prevalent in Glasgow that even Australian players were cheering for the Commonwealth Games debutants.
Messy and drawn-out pay negotiations are once again overshadowing a major tournament for the Aussie Diamonds. .
More young men are taking up netball at a competitive level. Competition organisers say there is less stigma around the sport among boys, with plenty of talent emerging.
Kate Moloney has had to put her team's Super Netball grand final nightmare aside to focus on the Commonwealth Games. Some gentle ribbing from her Aussie teammate has helped her see the lighter side. .