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Formula 1

Last updated: September 12, 2026, 10:02 PM ET

Formula 1

F1 drivers criticised the new Madrid circuit, citing crashes in F2 and F3 support races, while Max Verstappen laughed it off: "I'll sort it out."

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Football/Soccer

Last updated: September 13, 2026, 7:03 AM ET

Manchester Derby Buildup

Manchester United host Manchester City in a pivotal Premier League derby on September 13, with all eyes on how the two sides will line up. Enzo Maresca and Michael Carrick will go head to head with sharply contrasting tactical blueprints — one favoring a fixed structure, the other a fluid approach. For viewers in the UK, Sky Sports will carry the match live, with build-up and preview coverage across its platforms.

United's Defensive Gamble

United's strategy of prioritizing one position per summer transfer window has left them noticeably light at the back, raising questions about whether the slow rebuild was a costly mistake. Amid the uncertainty, Diogo Dalot — now eight years into his Old Trafford career — insists he still believes he can win the biggest trophies with the club as another crucial derby looms.

Liverpool Held at Anfield

Liverpool were frustrated by a resilient Fulham side, playing out a 0-0 draw at Anfield in a match where several senior players underperformed. Manager Andoni Iraola acknowledged his squad lacked freshness but refused to make excuses, saying the demanding schedule was no justification for dropping two points at home. The result leaves Liverpool's attacking rhythm under scrutiny as the season intensifies.

Arsenal Edge Sunderland

Arsenal secured a hard-fought 2-0 win at Sunderland, with goalkeeper David Raya delivering a standout 9/10 performance that kept the hosts at bay. Bruno Guimaraes also impressed with an 8/10 rating as the Gunners ground out three points on the road.

MLS: Messi Strikes, Nashville Responds

Lionel Messi scored a second-half goal for Inter Miami, but Nashville SC struck in stoppage time to salvage a 2-2 draw and preserve their nine-point lead atop the Eastern Conference. The late equalizer denied Miami a statement victory in front of their home crowd.

Boxing: Garcia Destroys Benn

Ryan Garcia needed just two rounds to demolish Conor Benn at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, retaining his WBC title in emphatic fashion. The brutal stoppage raises fresh questions about Benn's future at the elite level.

Golf: Solheim Cup Level

Europe and the United States are tied heading into a rainy final day of Solheim Cup competition, setting up a tense Sunday finish with the trophy hanging in the balance.

Cricket: England Whitewash Pakistan

England clinched a first home series whitewash of Pakistan with an eight-wicket win in the third Test at Edgbaston, with Dan Lawrence, Cox and Gay all impressing to hand Joe Root's side a selection headache. The comprehensive victory caps a dominant summer for English cricket.

Scottish Football: Rangers Exit in Doubt

Souttar's move away from Rangers is in doubt after a proposed switch to Greece collapsed, leaving the frozen-out defender in limbo as a former player is linked with a post at Ibrox.

Burnley Boss on Sepsis Ordeal

Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler will be in the dugout at Turf Moor on Sunday for the first time since a terrifying sepsis scare nine months ago, revealing she thought she was going to die during her fight for life.

Racing: St Leger Festival Finale

The final day of the St Leger Festival at Doncaster sees Touleen clash with Forty Years On in what promises to be a competitive renewal.

USMNT: Fringe Players Eye 2030

A quintet of American 20-somethings who missed this year's World Cup retain 2030 ambitions, with the U.S. pipeline brimming with potential talent eager for another shot on home soil.

Fenerbahce Coach Returns

Fenerbahce coach Ismail Kartal returned to work on Saturday, contradicting media reports from the previous day that suggested his resignation was final.

WSL Quiz

Test your knowledge of the Women's Super League with the latest guess the player challenge — identify today's mystery star in as few attempts as possible.

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NBA Basketball

Last updated: September 11, 2026, 10:57 PM ET

NBA Basketball

Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams underwent surgery Thursday to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder and will miss several months.

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NFL Football

Last updated: September 13, 2026, 7:18 AM ET

NFL Week 1

Fourteen remaining Week 1 games carry predictions and picks, including Josh Allen versus C.J. Stroud and Jayden Daniels against Jalen Hurts.

Washington Commanders

Offensive coordinator David Blough said Daniels posted his best NFL camp yet, fueling expectations of a breakout 2026 season.

Chargers Coaching

The partnership between Mike McDaniel and Jim Harbaugh looms large over Los Angeles' title hopes, with both men saying they need each other.

9/11 Anniversary

Twenty-five years after the attacks, Hall of Famers including Strahan and Testaverde relived memories of the aftermath.

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MLB Baseball

Last updated: September 13, 2026, 7:25 AM ET

Rays Clinch First Playoff Berth

The Tampa Bay Rays became the first major league team to secure a postseason spot, defeating the Houston Astros 3-1 behind Junior Caminero's game-ending, two-run homer.

Yankees Fall as Cole Struggles

Gerrit Cole could not make adjustments to pitch deeper into Saturday's 12-2 loss to the Mets, admitting afterward the cause was "tough to pin down." Before the game, Derek Jeter reunited with Brielle Saracini, daughter of a 9/11 victim, as the 2001 Yankees honored victims in a pregame ceremony.

Dodgers, Cubs, Pirates Roster Moves

Freddie Freeman returned to the lineup Saturday after a right knee issue sidelined him two games. The Cubs reinstated Edward Cabrera from the 15-day injured list, with manager Craig Counsell moving the right-hander to the bullpen. Pittsburgh placed rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez on the 10-day injured list after he hurt himself running to first base.

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NHL Hockey

Last updated: September 12, 2026, 10:49 PM ET

NHL

Chris Kreider signed a one-year deal with the Montreal Canadiens after terminating his Ducks contract.

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General Sports

Last updated: September 13, 2026, 7:48 AM ET

Boxing: Garcia Demolishes Benn in Two Rounds

Ryan Garcia needed only two rounds to take out Conor Benn on Saturday night in Las Vegas, recording his fastest knockout in six years to retain his WBC welterweight championship. The second-round TKO was a ruthless stoppage in what many had billed as a competitive world title fight. Garcia crushed an overmatched Benn, ending the Briton's night before it ever truly began. A round-by-round breakdown showed Garcia defending his WBC welterweight world title with a second-round TKO. The loss sent the biggest night of Benn's career into freefall, raising questions about what comes next for the rest of his career. With the win, Garcia opened plenty of doors as the WBC welterweight champion and immediately eyed Teofimo Lopez as his next opponent, with Shakur Stevenson, Devin Haney and Gervonta Davis also looming as options.

US Open: Rybakina Wins Title, Sabalenka Suffers Another Near Miss

Elena Rybakina arrived in New York unable to walk without pain after injuring her foot, yet she leaves the city as the US Open champion and the new world number one. On the other side of the net, Aryna Sabalenka smashed her racquet in frustration after losing another Grand Slam final, capping a year in which she also lost her world number one status. The men's final will see Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton, both of whom will reflect with a sense of achievement on their 2026 Grand Slam results no matter the outcome.

College Football: Texas Stuns No. 1 Ohio State

Hollywood Smothers scored on a 1-yard run with a leap over the pile with 25 seconds left, and No. 4 Texas rallied from 20 points down in the fourth quarter to beat No. 1 Ohio State 24-23 on Saturday night. The Buckeyes controlled the game for more than three quarters but quickly unraveled in the fourth, dropping the decision as coach Ryan Day was left searching for answers. Week 2 also delivered a pair of incredible turnarounds, with bounce-back performances from Texas, Michigan and Oklahoma State leading the way. Oklahoma State ended a 21-game skid against FBS opponents by beating No. 6 Oregon 39-31 for the first true stunner of the 2026 season. Michigan won a physical, defensive battle with Oklahoma to close out a day bookended by two great helmet games. With Week 2 in the books, attention turns to how the selection committee could stack the top teams in the country, and how far Ohio State falls in the CFP top.

UFC: Aspinall's Heavyweight Title Status in Question

Dana White says the UFC will discuss Tom Aspinall's continuing status as heavyweight champion after almost a year out with injury for the British fighter, and the promotion could urge him to vacate the belt.

NFL: Rodgers Chases Records in 22nd Season

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, entering his 22nd season in the league, is chasing records, and ESPN will be chronicling his last rodeo throughout the 2026 campaign.

Basketball: Koval Transfers to Baylor

Ukrainian basketball player Kate Koval has been granted a transfer waiver to join Baylor University after leaving Louisiana State because the program signed a Russian player, resolving a controversy that had followed her departure.

Soccer: Glentoran's Struggles and Evans' Whirlwind Year

A Glentoran side that promised so much on paper before the season started has failed to deliver in the Irish Premiership, leaving observers to ask what is going wrong at the club this season. Wales forward Georgia Evans will not forget 2026, having won a league title, got engaged, bought a house and started the process of having a family in a whirlwind year that included an IVF journey.