Today’s rumours are at a pintxo bar. Jack Grealish needs a route out of Manchester City and could be offered one by Atlético Madrid. Everton, where he spent last season on loan, and first club Aston Villa are also lurking as the winger recovers from injury.
Jammu & Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi earns maiden India call-up for the two-Test series in Sri Lanka.
Australian great Allan Border is hoping for a more even test between bat and ball as the nation’s Test team embarks on a challenging 12 month period culminating in an away Ashes against England.
Watch Sportscene highlights from McDiarmid Park as St Johnstone and Kilmarnock play out a seven-goal thriller in the Scottish Premiership.
Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.
Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo hails new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears" after showcasing early signs of his role under the Italian.
Premier League clubs have already spent more than £1bn in the transfer window, but are expected to only get busier.
Canberra is edging closer to welcoming back an NBL team for the first time in more than two decades, with league chief executive David Stevenson declaring the nation’s capital has a strong chance of securing an expansion licence.
Cowboys superstar Tom Dearden has pledged his long-term commitment to the club while labelling the speculation over his future as “a whole lot of nonsense”.
Billy Slater believes the Broncos should opt against blooding future stars for the sake of it after their finals hopes ended.
AFL great Joel Selwood was central to Geelong’s breakthrough 2007 premiership with his offensive output in his rookie year. Now a young Blue has followed.
High-profile entertainment and sports manager Ralph Carnovale-Carr can now be unmasked as a rapist after withdrawing a bid for a suppression order.
Riley Beveridge takes a look at the hot topic at your club this week.
The best win by any team this season deserved more than an A+ grade. Plus an Eagles star’s goalkicking nightmare has been laid bare.
Brisbane superstar Lachie Neale has given his biggest hint yet on where his AFL future lies beyond this season.
Essendon’s next coach might’ve been right under their nose on Anzac Day.
Check out your club's run of fixtures for the rest of the season.
The Blues’ 76-point demolition of the reigning premiers Brisbane indicated just how much the club’s young talent is responding to Fraser. There’s no real “aura” about him. There’s no corporate speak.
Carlton caretaker coach Josh Fraser is gaining momentum to get the role permanently after a statement 76-point in over Brisbane as he prepares to make a call on officially entering the race amid tragic family circumstances.
Adelaide faces Richmond, Fremantle and GWS to close the home and away season.
AFL.com.au's AFLW podcast returns to your feeds with a daily edition in 2026.
Suns coach Damien Hardwick is keeping the belief despite a 10th straight loss.
Billboards promoting improvement aren’t created from two wins over Essendon and Richmond, Carlton on Good Friday, Port Adelaide, Gold Coast and West Coast.
One wild night at Marvel Stadium dramatically changed the top-four race AND the battle for the final wildcard. Not bad from you, Carlton.
Essendon slipped to the bottom of the ladder after falling to Adelaide.
A key Crow is recapturing his best form, a gun Hawk can do damage quickly plus more lessons from round 21.
Harley Reid is spotted putting his arm around an emotional Willem Duursma after the Eagles loss to Richmond.
In Cal-culations, Callum Twomey looks at Thursday night's pre-game change, the start to Nick Watson's career and more.
Andrew McQualter said "bad kicking is bad football" after the Eagles kicked 19 points against the Tigers.
The Demons have fought past the Suns for an important win.
"The ball was turning only once in a way, and when it turns, it's slow turn, which gives the batters time to adjust," Ali Usman says after the first day's play in Port of Spain.
"There are other quality leaders too," says South Africa batter, when asked about vacant captaincy spot at IPL franchise.
A Big Bash bidding war has erupted with former England Test captain Ben Stokes and New Zealand blaster Finn Allen vying to become the BBL’s most expensive ever signing.
Australia have announced their Under 19 squad to face India next month.
Plenty of Aussies in action in the Hundred overnight with Annabel Sutherland leading the charge.
Rapid fifties from Jacks and Pooran set hosts on way on high-scoring night at The Oval.
Joe Moores threatens heist with 85 off 59 balls but Lancashire come up short.
Emilio Gay hits an unbeaten century for Durham in the One-Day Cup, while wins for Leicestershire and Middlesex take them top of their groups.
His first assignment will be India's two-Test tour of Sri Lanka later this month.
Finch, Northeast lead chase as Martindale's ton proves insufficient for Notts.
Brisbane Broncos NRLW star Ali Brigginshaw is facing the prospect of a lengthy stint on the sidelines after being referred straight to the judiciary for a lifting tackle during last weekend's Magic Round.
It is being billed as the match-ups of the season, but Penrith are set to be without at least two of their big stars in a huge encounter against the New Zealand Warriors on Friday.
For 2025 Karyn Murphy Medal winner Mele Hufanga, the support of Wahs fans was heartwarming as she stepped out in Warriors colours for the first time at Magic Round.
Broncos legend Ali Brigginshaw is facing one of the biggest bans in NRLW history after she received a grade three charge for a dangerous throw which will see her referred directly to a judiciary hearing on Tuesday night.
Matt King will take the reins as NSW coach from Laurie Daley, reports Danny Weidler.
Laurie Daley has ended months of speculation by officially quitting his role as NSW State of Origin coach.
Among the usual suspects that dominate the rugby league cycle is a redemption story worthy of far greater attention.
Let’s not get side-tracked by Benji Marshall’s post match praise about how brave Adam Doueihi was in his return after a week of self-inflicted pain.
NSW Origin legend Brad Fittler is backing Matt King to coach the Blues after Laurie Daley steps down.
A year after her world came crashing down at Magic Round 2025, Margot Vella lit up this year's Wagga Wagga weekend with a match-winning double for her new club the Cowboys.
They’ve had a mother-son and a father-daughter duo come before them, but history was made once more for the Warriors when Riley Price ran on against the Titans.
NSWRL has paid tribute to True Blue Laurie Daley after he announced today that he would be stepping down from his role as coach of the Westpac NSW Blues.
The Broncos’ season went from bad to worse after a horror loss with one of their stars delivering a brutal message to his team.
Tigers coach Benji Marshall has lauded Adam Doueihi following a tough week for the playmaker and the club.
The Wests Tigers host the Parramatta Eels in Round 22 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at CommBank Stadium, Sydney.
Wests Tigers slump to a seventh straight loss as Parramatta snatch victory at the death.
Eels fullback Isaiah Iongi scores in the dying stages against the Wests Tigers.
Tigers forward Alex Seyfarth is denied a rare try after a knock-on against the Eels.
Fonua Pole steamrolls past multiple defenders to score a brilliant try against the Eels.
Tigers halfback Adam Doueihi beats multiple defenders to score a crucial try against the Eels.
The club's need for leadership and role models in a young squad is behind the signings of Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson.
Lise Klaveness and Laura McAllister were instrumental in collapsing FIFA's controversial plan last week.
When James Trafford completes his move to Leeds, he will become the fourth most expensive goalkeeper of all time.
Liverpool conclude their pre-season US tour with a 4-2 defeat against Leeds, having held a two-goal half-time lead in Chicago.
The big talking points from Sunday's pre-season friendly in Chicago, which proved a game of two halves for both sides.
Chelsea complete the signing of Argentina and Strasbourg midfielder Valentin Barco on a seven-year deal.
Xabi Alonso on healing from his Real Madrid exit, his gut feeling to join Chelsea and why he sees his new club as an exciting opportunity.
The new manager is already making his presence felt.
Abdelkarim made a first appearance for Barcelona's first-team in a friendly against Birmingham on Friday.
Bournemouth are finalising an £11.1m move for Sevilla right-back Juanlu as new manager Marco Rose's squad nears completion.
The defender is set to become one of Australia’s most expensive players with a Premier League deal nearly done while some international teammates have already made moves.
Sydney FC could be set to cash in on one of Australia’s brightest young talents, with 17-year-old Akol Akon reportedly the subject of MLS interest. Plus, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami are eyeing another superstar, while fresh details have emerged surrounding Mo Salah’s future.
UEFA has escalated its extraordinary dispute with FIFA, formally threatening legal action despite football’s governing body abandoning its controversial Football Future Enterprise (FFE) proposal following widespread backlash across world football.
After 45 minutes at Soldier Field the tale of Liverpool’s pre-season tour of the US was of three straight wins and Andoni Iraola’s ideas taking shape thanks in no small part to Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak.
UEFA has demanded all documents related to FIFA's plans to sell a minority stake in the World Cup not be destroyed.
Chelsea have signed the Argentina international Valentín Barco from their sister club Strasbourg on a seven-year deal.
Tottenham make an approach for Victor Osimhen, Atletico Madrid consider a move for Manchester City winger Jack Grealish, Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo has positive talks with Spurs, plus more.
With significant departures on and off the field, new Motherwell boss Alfred Johansson appeared to have a daunting task on his hands this season, but he has started in fine style.
Newly-promoted St Johnstone block out summer "noise" to thrill fans with a goal-laden win over Kilmarnock on the Premiership opening weekend.
European countries are planning to increase the pressure on Gianni Infantino with a mass withdrawal of letters supporting his re-election as Fifa president.
Tarik Skubal made his first appearance in the Los Angeles dugout on Sunday. The Dodgers could have used him on the mound. They suffered an 8-4 defeat to cap a three-game sweep at home at the hands of the red-hot Red Sox.
With less than 24 hours remaining before Monday's MLB trade deadline, Jacob Misiorowski was not in the mood on Sunday to talk about it.
It’s not the worst add, and getting Mahle from the Giants didn't cost any prospects, but surely the Braves have bigger targets on the radar.
If Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer had one goal ahead of this year's trade deadline, it was to add the type of starting pitcher that a team in win-now mode needs and deserves. And on the eve of the trade deadline, we can now say that he has done just that.
Though Gausman hasn't pitched quite as well this season as he has in recent years, the Cubs didn't have to give up much to get him.
The Nationals system is light on pitching, and this deal gives them some potential contributors for their bullpen in a few years.
The García move alone doesn't really affect what the Nationals do with Foster Griffin, but he's more likely to be traded than he is to stay.
It’s not nothing, but you’d want more for a starter with Gausman’s track record.
The Atlanta Braves are reportedly acquiring starting pitcher Tyler Mahle from the San Francisco Giants for reliever Anthony Molina, per Robert Murray. Mahle, 31, has started 18 games for the Giants this season.
The Toronto Blue Jays have reportedly traded starting pitcher Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs, signaling a sell-off at the MLB trade deadline months after they took the Los Angeles Dodgers to extra innings in Game 7 of the 2025 World Series.
The Toronto Blue Jays have traded starting pitcher Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs, signaling a sell-off at the MLB trade deadline months after they took the Dodgers to extra innings in Game 7 of the World Series.
While Gausman isn’t having his best season, he has quietly been one of the best starters in baseball over the last five years.
The Dodgers’ starting staff features a combined 12 All-Star berths and four Cy Young winners.
The Detroit Tigers blew out the Athletics 11-0 on Sunday. The win helped Detroit improve to 54-58 on the season, and it was notably the first game the team played after trading away former ace Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday night.
The Dodgers spent a month downplaying their interest in the two-time Cy Young Award winner before landing him on Saturday night.
Heading into last offseason, Luis García Jr. was an afterthought, a legitimate nontender candidate. The new regime in D.C. had zero connection to the former top prospect, whose career had stalled out big time for an aimless Nats team.
The Brewers' 6-foot-7 starter asked the grounds crew to tend to his landing spot several times during Sunday's 3-0 loss to the Angels.
While the philosophy behind the deal makes sense for the Nationals, the return seems more like quantity over quality.
Tarik Skubal is officially a Los Angeles Dodger. A day after the blockbuster trade that sent the two-time Cy Young winner from the Detroit Tigers to Los Angeles, Skubal showed up in team gear to the dugout at Dodger Stadium for Sunday's game against the Red Sox.
Tarik Skubal is officially a Los Angeles Dodger. He'll make his debut for his new team on Tuesday. A day after the blockbuster trade to acquire the two-time Cy Young winner from the Detroit Tigers, Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman discussed the deal with reporters.
WESTFIELD, Ind. — The Indianapolis Colts will hold their first padded practice of training camp Monday. That will mark another milestone in the returns from injury for players including high-profile ones in quarterbacks Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson, and cornerback Sauce Gardner.
One of the Green Bay Packers' veteran offensive linemen is heading into the season with a new name: Offensive tackle Zach Bako-Bewele, formerly Zach Tom, has legally changed his last name.
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk is stepping away from football. On Sunday, the Saints placed the 24-year-old receiver on the reserve/retired list, via multiple reports.
Clowney will return to the team that selected him with the first pick in the 2014 NFL Draft.
A dominant Houston Texans defense just got better. The Texans have agreed to terms with free agent defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports. The deal is reported to be for one year with a base salary of $5.5 million and max value of $8 million.
There's a chance Will Levis opens the 2026 season as the Tennessee Titans' QB3. But he believes he can be a starter in the NFL again. "One-hundred percent," Levis said Saturday during training camp. "There are not 32 quarterbacks in this league better than me.
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch told reporters Saturday that wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will have PCL surgery and is headed to season-ending injured reserve.
Pearsall missed 14 of 34 games in his first two seasons, including eight in 2025 with a right knee injury that continues to bother him.
Executives Brian Hampton and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah will take over the bulk of Marathe's duties with the 49ers. .
We still don't know if Aaron Donald will be making an NFL comeback or not, but Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay provided a couple updates on the situation Friday.
The Cleveland Browns are building a $2.4 billion domed stadium that's set to open in 2029. They're also building a roster ownership hopes can make up a contending playoff team in 2027. But JW Johnson, a partner of the Haslam Sports Group, emphasized Friday in a news conference alongside owner Jimmy Haslam that Cleveland isn't punting on the 2026 season "by any means.
LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams approached Ryan Poles during the offseason. The Chicago Bears' starting quarterback had noticed the furniture choice in offices for personnel and coaching staff members.
Tucker Kraft characterized the nine-month ACL recovery window as the "data-backed cookie-cutter rehabilitation timeline." The Green Bay Packers’ tight end has made it back to the practice field in about 8.5 months.
Speaking for the first time since trading Myles Garrett, Haslam said he's excited about Jared Verse and the three draft picks Cleveland got.
Christian McCaffrey, Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw were involved in a few scuffles Friday as the intensity ramped up at 49ers camp.
The former NFL All-Pro receiver recently spent a week helping out the New England Patriots.
Tua Tagovailoa spoke Friday about his desire to keep bringing good vibes to the Atlanta Falcons as he addressed reporters during a training camp news conference. Throughout the 10-plus-minute media session, he beamed a smile.
With Romo on leave and J.J. Watt in CBS's No. 1 NFL booth to replace him, what happens next?.
Ben Johnson's answer was unmistakably purposeful and undeniably shrewd.
On the an episode of Yahoo Sports' "Football 301" podcast, host Nate Tice and guest Anthony Prohaska of Cover 1 broke down their top 10 NFL defenses for the upcoming season. What immediately stood out: The Texans, Seahawks and Rams dominated the top of both of their lists.
Michael Thorbjornsen sank a 26-foot putt on the final green to secure his first PGA Tour victory at the Rocket Classic on Sunday, pulling clear of a crowded field including Xander Schauffele to win by two shots.
Australian golf’s two men’s showpiece tournaments will once again shine bright, while a famous championship celebrates its century as the PGA Tour of Australasia announced a bumper schedule for the upcoming 2026/27 season.
Japan’s Shiho Kuwaki won the women’s British Open in a dramatic playoff with Esther Henseleit on Sunday, securing her first major title in memorable style.
A bizarre incident midway through the third round of the women’s British Open has spread around the golf world, as Yealimi Noh took a three-shot lead into Sunday’s final round.
Ryu Hae-ran is on course to become just the fifth woman to win three consecutive majors after taking the lead of the British Open at the halfway stage on Friday.
Champion golfer Minjee Lee said the sport is humbling her at the moment as she prepares for a bid to complete the career grand slam at the Women’s British Open beginning today.
LIV Golf is not dead yet.
LIV Golf’s future has been thrown further into serious doubt after reports its $40 million Team Championship in Michigan has been cancelled.
Australian star Lucas Herbert has continued his stellar season with a record-breaking win at LIV Golf UK.
21-year old Jackson Koivun has secured one of the most unexpected wins in recent golf history, completing a performance beyond his years to hold off world No.1 Scottie Scheffler at the 3M Open.
After a disappointing clay and grass stretch, Aryna Sabalenka used a Mykonos vacation, and a month-long reset, to recharge physically, mentally, and tactically.
Kristina Liutova capped a stunning run in Memphis by becoming the youngest active player to win a tour-level title. Beginning the week in qualifying and ultimately lifting the trophy, her run marked one of the more impressive WTA debuts in recent memory.
The Mubadala DC Open final between World No. 3 Jessica Pegula and No. 28 Alexandra Eala has been suspended until Monday, August 3 because of the significant weather in the Washington DC area. They will resume at 12 p.m. local time.
Fresh off her Wimbledon title and the subsequent pomp and circumstance, Linda Noskova is back and poised to use her first major title as a springboard of an illustrious career. The Czech will make her debut in Toronto.
Jessica Pegula and Alexandra Eala meet for the second time in pursuit of the Mubadala DC Open crown. Here is everything you need to know ahead of Sunday's final.
Alexandra Eala beat Naomi Osaka 6-4, 6-2 to reach the biggest final of her career, setting up a clash with Jessica Pegula, who rallied from 5-2 down in the first to defeat Diana Shnaider in straight sets and return to the Washington final.
While Aryna Sabalenka holds an 8,550-to-8,056 baseline advantage entering the week, Elena Rybakina can still make the jump to World No. 1 if she cleans up her point defense with a championship run while the top seed stumbles early.
Alexandra Eala beat Elina Svitolina in Washington on Friday night, earning her second win over the Ukrainian in just over a month. She'll face Naomi Osaka next after the former World No. 1 rallied past Elisabetta Cocciaretto earlier Friday.
Television icon and gameshow host Steve Harvey and the NWSL's Washington Spirit were among the notable names in the house Friday. Plus, Sascha Bajin crashed his player's press conference. Check out what's happening around the grounds in DC.
Defending champion Alex de Minaur was bounced out of the Washington Open by Brandon Nakashima on Friday (all times local) as women’s top seed Jessica Pegula and Naomi Osaka reached the semi-finals of the ATP and WTA event.
Jessica Pegula did something new in extending her dominance over Anna Kalinskaya at the Mubadala DC Open.
On her WTA debut at the Memphis Classic, 16-year-old Kristina Liutova has become the first 2010-born player to reach a tour-level semifinal after upsetting Caty McNally in the quarterfinals -- and she's done so by showing remarkable mental maturity.
The 2026 National Bank Open draw is set. From first-round matches to watch and potential quarterfinal showdowns, here's a full breakdown of the Toronto draw.
Naomi Osaka's spontaneous Washington DC cookout was a success. With help from the tournament, Osaka connected the win the fans in the one-hour hangout. Here's a glimpse of how it came to life, the reasons behind it and what's potentially to come.
No one has qualified yet, but the picture is starting to come into focus. Our writers weigh in on the biggest storylines to watch over the season's final 100 days.
Elina Svitolina secured a quarterfinal spot at Mubadala Citi Open after defeating Polina Kudermetova in a tight two-set match, setting up her second meeting with Alexandra Eala in just over a month's span.
Jessica Pegula and Anna Kalinskaya always seem to deliver the drama, with all five of their previous meetings having gone the distance. After both won three-setters Thursday, they're set for a sixth showdown Friday in Washington.
The WTA Tour next heads to Toronto for the 2026 National Bank Open, the first of two consecutive 1000 events in the Hard-Court Swing. Eleven Grand Slam champions and four past winners of the event will compete. Here is your complete guide to the National Bank Open.
Ajla Tomljanovic, a 2022 US Open quarterfinalist, says she's ending her season early due to recurring injuries after withdrawing from this year's event.
Notch another tally in the turf column. The Browns’ new $2.6 billion stadium—set to be ready for the 2029 NFL season—will feature artificial turf, according to ProFootballTalk.
The uniforms are heavily influenced by the Pacers' pinstriped set from the late 1990s and early 2000s but feature several modern touches. The post Indiana Pacers Unveil New Gold Statement Edition Uniforms With Pinstripes appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
The uniforms debuted in 2023, now feature a football-specific Leprechaun on the sleeves rather than the “ND” monogram. The post Notre Dame Fighting Irish Reveal Refreshed Kelly Green Alternate Uniforms appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
ESPN senior NFL insider Adam Schefter is one of several high-profile names to cash in from an early investment in Underdog. The fantasy sports and prediction market operator has been sold to U.K.-headquartered online trading firm IG Group for up to $2.15 billion in total consideration.
At high-end sports experiences, influencers are now as ubiquitous as celebrities. They’re mingling in the same luxury boxes, sitting in the same courtside seats, and even performing in the same Super Bowl halftime shows.
The tonal pattern on the front of the jersey mimics the architecture of the club's new stadium, Nu Stadium, while the accents incorporate Bliss Pink, Easy Mint and black. The post Inter Miami Hits the High Notes With New Third Kit Celebrating Nu Stadium appeared first on SportsLogos.Net News.
Sports bars and restaurants will not be forced to stream NFL Sunday Ticket this season after all—an unexpected reversal of the league’s media strategy. A new multiyear deal will see DirecTV continue to distribute the NFL’s out-of-market game package via satellite at commercial establishments.
Underdog is going overseas. The New York-based company has been sold to U.K.-headquartered online trading firm IG Group for up to $2.15 billion in total consideration, according to a Thursday press release.
LeBron James joins the 76ers as their jersey patch deal with Crypto.com is set to expire after this season. His presence, should it continue past this year, could turn the next jersey sponsorship into one of the NBA’s most coveted sponsorship opportunities.
Saints all-time receiving yards leader Marques Colston remains focused on football. Just not American football. The 10-year NFL veteran cofounded The Champion Fund, which is an SEC-registered interval fund designed to give athletes and everyday investors access to sports-related opportunities.
Players didn't take a backwards step during the Australia v Ireland representative footy match, but no major injuries were recorded.
Goals flowed and fans packed into North Sydney Oval to see Australia defeat Ireland in the first AFLW international game.
A connection between Jennifer Dunne or Aine McDonagh stretches back to before they were born.
Saturday's representative footy game isn't the first time Australia and Ireland have faced off in women's footy.
The AFL and Kayo SPORTS have teamed up for the first AFLW watch along ahead of Australia vs Ireland clash.
In foster care from three weeks old until she was a teenager, Paris McCarthy has been through more than most.
Australia coach would have preferred representative clash further from beginning of AFLW season.
Bre Koenen will follow in her sister's footsteps when she gets her chance to represent Australia.
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 NAB AFLW Australia v Ireland game.
Canberra will become the home of the NBL Ignite Cup Finals and the Andrew Gaze MVP Awards from 2027 after the league announced a landmark partnership with the ACT Government, strengthening the city’s push to eventually secure its own NBL franchise.
The Dallas Mavericks signed Naji Marshall to a three-year, $52.2 million contract extension on Sunday. The deal is fully guaranteed. The 28-year-old averaged a career-high 15.2 points and 4.7 rebounds last season.
The Dallas Mavericks announced on Sunday that they had signed forward Naji Marshall to an extension. ESPN's Shams Charania reported that it is a three-year extension worth $52.2 million. Charania also added that it is a fully guaranteed contract.
The NBA has targeted the latter half of 2027 as the launch of the inaugural NBA Europe season, which is proposed to start with 16 teams.
When asked who his favorite Miami Heat teammate was, Adebayo was direct with his answer.
NBL Group CEO Dave Stevenson is joined by Australian basketball legend Andrew Gaze and Chief Minister, ACT Andrew Barr to make two exciting announcements about the NBL's return to Canberra during NBL27. Canberra will host the Ignite Cup Finals and Andrew Gaze MVP Awards, thanks to a new partnership with the ACT Government.
It’s the NBL’s most prestigious individual honour, and Andrew Gaze believes it’s only a matter of time before Bryce Cotton’s name joins his on the MVP trophy.
The Illawarra Hawks have bolstered their backcourt depth by signing veteran guard Kyle Adnam for the Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season.
Canberra is one step closer to hosting an NBL team for the first time in more than two decades, according to League CEO David Stevenson. The NBL's in-season competition, the Ignite Cup, will undergo a shake-up with the tournament's finals set to move from the Gold Coast to Canberra's AIS Arena.
Brisbane Bullets fans have been starved of success, with it being seven seasons since their team has qualified for the post-season. That number stretches to 19 years since the proud Bullets club has tasted the ultimate success of a championship.
Curry wouldn't go to Little Rock in the offseason for just anyone. It shows his bond with Moody, one that drives the Warriors' hopes.
The Los Angeles Sparks traded Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury, sources told Shams Charania and Kendra Andrews of ESPN. The Sparks will receive Monique Akoa Makani, a 2027 first round pick and a 2028 second-rounder in return.
Kevin Durant compared the new-look Philadelphia 76ers to his Golden State Warriors team that won two titles on Saturday. "The last time they put three 20-point scorers on a team, they said it was unfair, which was the [Warriors] team I was on," Durant said at an event for USA Basketball.
Jeremy Sochan signed a one-year contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Saturday. Sochan averaged 3.6 points and 2.4 rebounds for the Knicks and Spurs last season. Sochan also averaged 2.5 points in eight playoff games with the Knicks last year.
Gary Payton II has signed a one-year, $3.9 million deal to return to the Golden State Warriors. The 33-year-old averaged 7.5 points and 3.6 rebounds in 73 games last season. The Warriors also officially finalized De'Anthony Melton's two-year deal on Friday.
Terry Rozier's attorneys filed a motion to dismiss two charges over a text message sent by a co-defendant on Friday. Rozier is accused of manipulating his performance for a $100,000 bribe as part of a larger gambling scheme.
Kansas is set to hire Sam Strantz as the school's new Executive Director of Front Office Strategy and Operations, reported Pete Thamel of ESPN. Strantz was hired from the Rockets' front office.
The Chicago Bulls' interest in Bennedict Mathurin is "overstated," sources told Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic. The Bulls continue to emphasize the need for roster and cap flexibility, and are not interested in long-term contracts. The Bulls currently have a $9.4 million room exception available.
The Toronto Tempo acquired Aneesah Morrow from the Connecticut Sun on Friday. The Tempo sent back the rights to Maria "Masha" Kliundikova and a 2028 second-round pick in the deal. Morrow is averaging 11.6 points and 8.9 rebounds on the year.
Dwane Casey turned down a head coaching job with BC Roma SPQR, sources confirmed to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Casey will remain as an adviser to the Pistons. BC Roma SPQR are lead by Donnie Nelson, with Luka Doncic also involved in the project.
Brad Thorn once said Harry Hockings could be a “100-Test Wallaby”. This weekend he’ll play against Australia for the first time.
For a long time, Ryan Lonergan was the best player in Australia without a Test cap. Now he is a Wallaby – and he’s reaping the benefits of that battle for recognition.
Leicester Tigers back row Emeka Ilione is ruled out with a shoulder problem until "at least" the end of 2026.
The last time NSW had a clear sense of who they were was in 2014, when they last won the Super Rugby title. Twelve years later, does anyone have a clue what they stand for?.
Scarlets and Ospreys are in a fight for survival in west Wales following plans by the Welsh Rugby Union to cut to three teams.
Gloucester-Hartpury wing Mia Venner and Exeter scrum-half Flo Robinson receive full-time England contracts for the first time.
England and Saracens' Jamie George on why he and Somerset's Lewis Gregory are playing a charity cricket match to raise money for motor neurone disease charities.
Nathan Jibulu signs a new long-term contract with Sale Sharks, aiming to keep him at the side until 2030.
As Les Kiss began his Wallabies coaching stint by returning to North Sydney Oval, he said Zac Lomax would not be blacklisted in rugby because he has signed with the PNG Chiefs for 2028.
Scottish Rugby sacks its chief executive, Alex Williamson, after a months-long examination of his conduct in the role.
On what would have been his 49th birthday, let's relive the top plays of Corey 'Homicide' Williams' incredible NBL career. Across his four seasons in the League, the NBL10 MVP averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game, across his 114 appearances with Townsville and Melbourne.
The Hungry Jack's NBL announced on Monday that Canberra will host the Ignite Cup Finals and Andrew Gaze MVP Awards, thanks to a new partnership with the ACT Government.
Former NBL Next Star Karim Lopez created history at the 2026 NBA Draft, when he became the first-ever Mexican-born player to be selected in the first round.
The Australian Boomers are set to take on Syria and Jordan in the next round of FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers on August 28 and 30 (Australian time), respectively.
A bizarre incident has marred the opening of the JackJumpers’ brand-new $20 million High Performance Centre. Just days after the ribbon-cutting ceremony in Kingston, a car slammed into the centre on Saturday night.
The majority of the Sydney Kings’ core from their Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Championship is returning to defend their crown next season.
The Brisbane Bullets will create history during their Hungry Jack's NBL27 Season opener, playing a home Open Air Game under the night sky for the first time.
Sam Mennenga has never been afraid to set lofty goals and, so far, he’s delivered every time. Last year, he vowed to become one of the League’s best big men. He responded by winning the Next Generation Award as the NBL’s top emerging player.
Watch Torrey Craig’s top plays from NBL26.The Sydney Kings import forward averaged 12.4 points and 6.4 rebounds per game, helping lead the Kings to a championship.Relive all his top plays below:. .
Melbourne United have landed three of the biggest local names this off-season in Joe Ingles, Sam Waardenburg and Luke Travers, giving the team a unique look as the final pieces of its roster come together.
Australia's loss to Jamaica in the Commonwealth Games semifinal was heartbreaking for the players, who then had to get back up to claim bronze less than a day later. But it may be the best thing for the sport of netball.
The Diamonds will miss the Commonwealth Games gold medal match for the first time after a shock semifinal loss to Jamaica, in front of a crowd baying for Australia's downfall.
Surf Coast Suns players say their safety and dignity are at stake without change rooms and toilets closer to the court.
Diamonds fans are disappointed to discover Australia's dominant netball team's Glasgow Commonwealth Games matches are only being aired live on Seven's online streaming service.
The Diamonds easily beat Tonga, as expected, but the love for an underdog is so prevalent in Glasgow that even Australian players were cheering for the Commonwealth Games debutants.
Messy and drawn-out pay negotiations are once again overshadowing a major tournament for the Aussie Diamonds. .
More young men are taking up netball at a competitive level. Competition organisers say there is less stigma around the sport among boys, with plenty of talent emerging.
Kate Moloney has had to put her team's Super Netball grand final nightmare aside to focus on the Commonwealth Games. Some gentle ribbing from her Aussie teammate has helped her see the lighter side. .
Hundreds of fans have flocked to Rundle Mall, dressed in pink, to welcome back the Adelaide Thunderbirds following an unforgettable grand final win. .
The Adelaide Thunderbirds have unlocked a Super Netball dynasty with a unique coaching approach under Tania Obst. The three-time Super Netball champions defeated the Melbourne Vixens 61- 40 in the grand final at John Cain Arena.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 01: Robert Lewandowski #9 of Chicago Fire celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the MLS match between Chicago Fire FC and Charlotte FC at Soldier Field on August 01, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Brandon Bye scored the go-ahead goal in the 82nd minute and the Portland Timbers handed the rival Seattle Sounders their sixth straight loss with a 2-1 victory Saturday night. Kevin Kelsey also scored for the Timbers (7-8-3 ), who are undefeated in four straight games.
HOUSTON (AP) — Guilherme Santos and Agustín Bouzat both scored as the Houston Dynamo shut out Sporting KC 2-0 on Saturday. Houston (9-6-2) now sits in fourth place in the Western Conference, two points up on Real Salt Lake.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Thomas Müller scored on a penalty kick late in the second half as the Vancouver Whitecaps battled back for a 1-1 draw with Los Angeles FC on Saturday night. The Whitecaps (10-3-4) and LAFC (10-5-4) remain tied in the Western Conference with 34 points apiece.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ezekiel Alladoh scored the winner in the 97th minute, one minute after Neil Pierre equalized the match, as the Philadelphia Union rallied from two goals down to beat Atlanta United 3-2 on Saturday in stoppage time.
Former Vancouver Canucks owner Arthur Griffiths is reportedly looking to buy MLS team Vancouver Whitecaps FC. A report made by Sportsnet’s Dan Murphy on Friday details that a group led by Griffiths has “put in a formal offer” for the Whitecaps.
Sources briefed on discussions have indicated that no deal has been agreed between the clubs but negotiations remain ongoing.
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - JULY 29: Thomas Müller of MLS All-Star looks on during the 2026 MLS All-Star Game presented by Chime at Bank of America Stadium on July 29, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
NEW YORK (AP) — Djordje Mihailovic scored in the final minute of first-half stoppage time and Toronto FC earned a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Yankee Stadium on Friday night, but saw its winless streak reach 11 matches.
The wingback will leave the Columbus Crew for the EFL Championship, joining a pair of familiar faces.
Ahead of a busy second half of the Formula 1 season, how do the drivers recharge during their summer break?.
At the halfway point of the 2026 season, we asked our writers to give us their take on how the campaign has unfolded so far – as well as sharing some bold predictions for the rest of the year.
Rafael Camara has admitted that Ollie Bearman’s path to F1 as a Ferrari-backed driver is giving him added motivation to “keep working” and “keep improving” – as the Brazilian youngster looks to earn his own chance in the top echelon.
Several big talking points have emerged during the first half of the 2026 F1 season.
The world of F1 is on a short hiatus, the teams enjoying a break from racing before the season resumes in the Netherlands later in August. Some drivers need a chance to get away after a tricky run of races but others would have liked to keep the momentum going.
Kimi Antonelli has been rewriting the record books in 2026, the 19-year-old going on a five-race winning streak earlier in the season as he showed everyone why Toto Wolff rated him so highly.
Aston Martin Team Principal Adrian Newey has given his take on whether Fernando Alonso will continue on with the squad into 2027.
Haas were back in action at Japan’s Fuji Speedway this week as the team staged another event for their fans – while giving Toyota-backed drivers Sho Tsuboi and Nirei Fukuzumi time in F1 machinery.
After a busy first half of the 2026 campaign, F1 drivers and teams are now enjoying a well-earned break. The perfect moment, then, to reflect on some of the hot topics from the year so far – take the Mercedes intra-team battle or Lewis Hamilton’s resurgence with Ferrari…
McLaren driver Lando Norris has expressed satisfaction over the level of performance he is delivering in 2026, believing he has driven “better than I probably did to this point last year”, when he was pushing for a maiden F1 world title.
In the latest instalment of Off The Grid, Liam Lawson clears his schedule for a day to give us a look at his life away from the track – and in return, we take him to a place we know he'll love, just a short drive away from where he lives...
Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri and Leonardo Fornaroli were all in action for McLaren on Wednesday as the team carried out Testing of Previous Cars (TPC) running in Portugal.
Kimi Antonelli has earned praise from Max Verstappen for his level of performance during the 2026 season so far.
While Ferrari remains his ultimate goal, Ollie Bearman says he is happy to continue his development at Haas as he weighs up his long-term future.
While many in F1 are embarking on their summer break, three drivers and teams have been participating in tyre testing at the Hungaroring.
Honda’s new-specification power unit has run on-track for the first time during an Aston Martin filming day in Hungary, in preparation for its planned race debut at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Stefano Domenicali has issued a stout rebuttal to critics of Formula One’s new regulations, claiming most fans are enjoying the sport more than ever and are unconcerned by driver complaints.
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, has shared his thoughts on the 2026 season so far, as well as looking ahead to the sport's future plans.
Formula 1 entered a new era in 2026, with overhauled regulations, debutant teams and rookie drivers all featuring – and serving up plenty of entertainment for fans across 11 action-packed rounds from Australia in early-March to Hungary last weekend.
Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali says the 2026 championship will end in Europe if the conflict in the Middle East makes it impossible to hold the season-closing races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
Nostalgia is in the air across the NHL, and jersey talk among all 32 fan bases is a hot topic this offseason.
The 2025 fourth-round pick looks to continue following in the footsteps of his cousin, star Mammoth forward Logan Cooley, into the NHL.
Novak was the only Penguins player to appear in all 82 games last season.
Foote was one of five members of Team Canada's 2018 World Junior squad acquitted on sexual assault charges following an alleged incident.
Russia will not be permitted to field teams at four international competitions, including the 2027 Men's World Championship.
Young stars are cashing in now while fixing their focus on an even bigger payday down the line.
It used to be that GMs could expect to save money on restricted free agents, and that going long made sense for those players. No more.
We found something weird while trying to find the best team in the cap era that was completely shut out of the Hart love.
The contract is the biggest in San Jose Sharks history. But to hear GM Mike Grier tell it, Celebrini could have gotten even more.
The Sharks are in good hands with GM Mike Grier, and it's all lining up for them to be the team of the future.
Under the new format, the TV broadcast audio feed will be carried on the club's radio network.
Sauvageau will maintain her position as GM of the PWHL's Montreal Victoire during the 2026-27 season.
The Sharks got a great deal on Macklin Celerini — even if it may not look like it at first glance.
The San Jose Sharks have signed center Macklin Celebrini to a five-year, $94 million extension, the team announced on Wednesday. Celebrini's $18.8 million average annual value will become the highest in the NHL once the deal kicks in, beginning with the 2027-28 season.
The superstar center is set to become the highest-paid player in the league when his contract kicks in for 2027-28.
Every NHL team gets the same amount of cap space, but not all clubs put it to good use. Here are this year's cap-efficiency rankings.
In hiring former assistant Rob Rassey to replace Ted Donato, the Crimson tabbed a proven recruiter to help navigate a new college landscape.
The 12-year deal includes at least 26 national regular-season games and gives Amazon select early playoff series to broadcast in Canada.
Finding a dominant one-two punch down the middle is every team’s dream. Let's analyze all of the top-six center duos across the NHL.
A former NHL winger, Ward was recently named head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights' AHL affiliate. His sights are set on the next level.
Buriram to host the opening round of MotoGP's new regulations cycle as the championship begins its 79th season.
The Spanish rider returns to the paddock for the second time this season.
The new agreement runs from 2027 to 2030 seasons across all distribution channels - for Germany on pay TV and for the first time also on free TV fully exclusive - and includes the pay TV rights for Austria and Switzerland.
Silverstone is appearing on the horizon, which means the race to Valencia begins shortly as we gear up for a fascinating few months in MotoGP.
The MotoGP circus stops at the British capital en route to Silverstone for Round 12.
Ever think we’d have so much drama in the first half of one season? No, us neither…
From moments of elation to some questionable celebrations, catch all the best Unseen moments that you might have missed!.
Post-GP conversations always create some interesting listening… Check out the best Unheard moments from the first part of 2026!.
More than 12 seats decided, plenty still to confirm: the grid is forming for the new era of MotoGP in 2027.
Xabi Alonso refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, but said he was looking to build a squad that had “proper balance”. Chelsea are understood to be in talks over a surprise move to sign the 35-year-old Welbeck from Brighton, with the club also reportedly interested in signing the 36-year-old Henderson from Brentford.
The future of Canberra United has been secured, with a new owner found for the two-time A-League Women champions. After two years of uncertainty, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) announced on Friday that Australian Sports Group (ASG) has taken charge of Canberra’s licence.
Stalled CBA negotiations have cast a pall over the game in Australia when it might be harnessing interest around the Socceroos’ World Cup run . The heartbreak from the Socceroos’ penalty shootout defeat to Egypt and exit from the World Cup is still raw, but normal programming in Australian football is starting to resume.
Auckland FC have won their first A-League Men championship title after defeating all-time record-holders Sydney FC 1-0 in front of a record crowd in Auckland on Saturday night.
Former Sydney FC coach Steve Corica’s resurrection from Sky Blues scapegoat to Auckland FC hero is complete after guiding the Black Knights to grand final glory over his old club.
A win for the Black Knights in front of a fervent home crowd could sell its own story, but Patrick Kisnorbo’s dogged Sky Blues stand in the way. The best-laid plans of the A-League Men often go awry.
Juan Mata had been written off, another caught in the mire of Australian football despite being a World Cup winner. Ever-smiling, now the 38-year-old also has the last laugh, having won the A-League Men’s Johnny Warren medal, the award for the competition’s player of the year.
Sydney FC’s head coach Patrick Kisnorbo has hailed the “resilience and mental toughness” of his side as they punched their ticket to the A-League Men grand final, winning a pulsating semi-final against premiers Newcastle on penalties.
Melbourne City attacker Marcus Younis is among the players hoping to give Tony Popovic a ‘massive headache’ when picking the Australia squad. Mitch Duke has done all he can to show Socceroos coach Tony Popovic he still has it. Craig Goodwin might yet make one last push.
Steve Rosich wants to secure football as the third pillar of Australian sport but admits there is work to do with several clubs’ futures under a cloud.
CHICAGO — WNBA All-Star Weekend may last only a few days, but for broadcasters such as ESPN basketball analyst Monica McNutt, there’s little downtime.
More than 3,000 miles from her roots in Newton, Massachusetts, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton has made San Francisco her second home. Over the past two years, she has spent much time learning the city, embracing its quirks and discovering hidden gems.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… New York Liberty center Kym Hampton remembers feeling exhausted before even stepping on the basketball court.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… When Teresa Weatherspoon agreed to be a general manager for this week’s WNBA All-Star Game, it wasn’t a case of the league calling in a Basketball Hall of Famer out of touch with today’s stars.
NEW YORK — Five years after delivering one of the more memorable speeches in ESPYS history, in which she called out the coverage disparity for Black women athletes in the media, Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers said the problem still exists.
Listen to this story Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Somewhere between the WNBA’s biggest cultural moment in a generation and streetwear’s full takeover of professional sports, Indiana found its guy.
In Nigerian culture, Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike said, a person’s full name acts as an affirmation. Ogwumike, whose full name is Nnemkadi Chinwe Ogwumike, said Nnemkadi means “mother supreme,” Chinwe means “God gives,” and Ogwumike means “warrior.”.
During her fifth season in the WNBA, Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton will share a look into her life on and off the court in a monthly video diary on Andscape. Golden State Valkyries point guard Veronica Burton’s path to becoming a WNBA starter wasn’t linear.
On the day in November 2024 that the Chicago Sky announced Tyler Marsh as their new head coach, he received a call from a friend who is a college coach.
When Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson stepped onto the Target Center floor last July wearing a black Nike LeBron 21 detailed in the pink and green of her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, it didn’t take long for the image to circulate. Screenshots spread. Group chats lit up.
Italian tennis has hit new heights in recent years. Jannik Sinner has climbed to No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings and captured 28 tour-level titles.
Novak Djokovic returns to Tour this week at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia and spent time on Tuesday practising on a temporary court at the famous Piazza del Popolo in Rome.
Rome, 2006. Clay dust hangs in the air. Rafael Nadal lies on his back, arms spread, the Foro Italico roaring around him. It’s a snapshot frozen in time, but the real story is how we got there.
Rafael Jodar and Alexander Blockx arrive at the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome as two of the ATP Tour’s fastest-rising players, having each enjoyed a rapid climb over the past 12 months.
Jannik Sinner has enjoyed a seamless European clay season so far, triumphing in Monte-Carlo and Madrid. But there will be something extra at stake for the Italian when he steps on court at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.
The Internazionali BNL d'Italia begins on Wednesday in Rome, where former Top-10 stars Hubert Hurkacz and Pablo Carreno Busta, home favourite Matteo Arnaldi, and Madrid semi-finalist Alexander Blockx are among the stars in Day 1 action. View Wednesday’s full order of play below.
Novak Djokovic is ready to get back to business at the 2026 Internazionali BNL d'Italia. The record 40-time ATP Masters 1000 champion is in Rome preparing for his return to action after missing more than six weeks due to injury.
Shortly after capturing his biggest career clay-court title in Munich last month, Ben Shelton made his intentions clear: “I have big ambitions for the clay courts,” he said. “It is slowly becoming one of my favourite surfaces to play on.”.
“What happened in Monte-Carlo, happened. What happened in Madrid, happened. And here we are… we are in Rome.”.
The Internazionali BNL d’Italia has long been renowned for offering a unique fan experience on the ATP Tour.
Zac Lomax might just have arrived in Super Rugby, but already the code-hopper has made a giant impression.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has ended in heartache against the Drua in Fiji – but the former NRL star showed more than enough to suggest he could wear a Wallabies jersey by the time Australia hosts next year’s World Cup.