Last updated: September 30, 2026, 2:15 PM ET
WNBA Playoffs
Caitlin Clark delivered a historic performance, becoming the first player in league history with at least 25 points and 10 assists in a playoff game, leading the Indiana Fever to a 99-89 victory over the Las Vegas Aces in Game 2 and forcing a decisive Game. The Fever staved off elimination in front of a raucous home crowd. Aces star A'ja Wilson received a technical foul after confronting a courtside fan, whom she called out for "unacceptable" behavior, and had to be restrained by teammates. Meanwhile, the Washington Mystics and Dallas Wings face elimination in their respective first-round series, needing home-court advantage to extend their seasons.
NBA Offseason Buzz
LeBron James revealed he envisioned joining the New York Knicks as a free agent but scrapped the plan after winning a historic championship with the Lakers. With the regular season less than a month away, we are tracking all the latest intel, roster moves, and storylines across the league.
College Football
Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte apologized for the top-ranked Longhorns' vulgar postgame celebrations, calling them "embarrassing." We have ranked all 68 starting quarterbacks across the Power 4 conferences after four weeks of action. The College Football Playoff bubble watch highlights which teams are rising and falling after Week. There is also buzz surrounding a potential 24-team expansion, with key meetings this week. In the Bottom 10, Michigan finds itself in a time-related controversy after a last-second loss.
College Football Recruiting & Betting
Four-star quarterback recruit Kamario Taylor insists he is sticking with Mississippi State despite heavy recruiting pressure from other programs. In betting analysis, the Mississippi State-Alabama matchup is predicted to be a shootout. Full odds and lines are available for every NFL Week 4 game.
Cricket
Shubman Gill smashed a career-best 223 not out as India sensationally chased down the West Indies' record total in a stunning ODI victory. English cricketers are being urged to reconsider playing in an Afghan T20 franchise tournament over safety and ethical concerns. The results of the fan vote for the County Championship team of the season have been tallied.
Rugby
England international flanker Tom Curry has signed a two-year contract extension with Sale Sharks, keeping him at the club until 2028. Ireland's 2027 Women's Six Nations match against England will be played at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
Tennis
Novak Djokovic secured his first win since Wimbledon, defeating Nuno Borges at the China Open in straight sets.
Combat Sports
UFC bantamweight Raoni Barcelos has been discharged from the hospital after a health scare. British fighter George Staines earned a UFC contract with a stunning 61-second knockout of Loai Abushaar. Former world champion boxer Liam Smith has been charged with grievous bodily harm following an alleged attack on a concierge.
Rugby Union
Northampton teenager James Pater, nicknamed "Slim Reaper," shone with a hat-trick on his debut, crediting lessons learned from Jonny Wilkinson.
Formula 1
This weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia has been declared a heat-hazard race due to extreme temperatures. Esteban Ocon is leaving Haas, putting his Formula 1 future in serious doubt.
Curling
Olympic champion Eve Muirhead is making a return to curling, partnering with Bobby Lammie at the Scottish Mixed Doubles Championship.
Marathon
A game of rock, paper, scissors determined the start order for the elite female and male races at the London Marathon, with athletes Benson Sawe and Marie Debrunner playing the deciding game.