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Last updated: September 12, 2026, 11:11 PM ET

Tennis: Rybakina Claims Maiden US Open Crown

Elena Rybakina captured her first US Open championship, defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York to punctuate her climb to world No. 1. The third Grand Slam final of her career proved decisive, as she broke Sabalenka's serve in the final set to seal the title. Rybakina's path to the trophy was nothing short of miraculous, given that she entered the tournament with a questionable injury status that left her participation in doubt. Meanwhile, American Christian Harrison and British partner Neal Skupski won their second Grand Slam men's doubles title of the year, defeating Germany's duo Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz 6-4, 7-6 (6). Ben Shelton will carry home-court pressure into Sunday's US Open final against Alexander Zverev, chasing history as he attempts to become the first American man in 23 years to win a major.

College Football: Week 2 Delivers Stunners and Statement Wins

Oklahoma State pulled off the first true stunner of the 2026 season, beating No. 6 Oregon 39-31 on Saturday to end a 21-game skid against FBS opponents. Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham clarified his remarks from last week, backing Bryce Underwood as the solidified starting quarterback after the Wolverines' 17-10 upset of Oklahoma. The Sooners lost standout linebacker Kip Lewis to an apparent right knee injury in the first quarter, and he did not return. Week 2 was bookended by two great helmet games — Ohio State-Texas and Oklahoma-Michigan — with the Wolverines winning a physical, defensive battle. Missouri's Week 2 Border War victory over Kansas produced a wave of social media trolls from the Tigers, while coach Eli Drinkwitz said he was "embarrassed" for the Jayhawks for leaning into the historic nature of the rivalry. Akron season-ticket holder Marty Whims won the "Offensive Coordinator For A Day" contest, but his first drive as a coach ended with a receiver's fumble. The Zips' creative engagement effort is part of a broader trend of Group of 6 programs finding innovative ways to stay relevant in 2026.

Boxing: Garcia Defends Title Against Benn

Ryan Garcia defends his WBC welterweight world title against Conor Benn on Saturday, with live updates and analysis available throughout the night. Garcia is well positioned to become the face of boxing, using the one thing that has stopped many from taking him seriously as a potential star.

Rugby: South Africa Completes Series Win Over New Zealand

South Africa completed a 3-1 series victory over New Zealand with a 43-28 win in Baltimore, as the world champions' consistency, power and cohesion proved too much in the fourth Test.

Snooker: Williams Fightback Sets Up Carter Final

Mark Williams pulled off a superb fightback to beat Shaun Murphy and book a spot against Ali Carter in Sunday's English Open final.

Track & Field: Jefferson-Wooden, Bednarek Win Ultimate Championship

Melissa Jefferson-Wooden ran a world-leading 10.62 seconds in the 100 meters at the Ultimate Championship on Saturday, while Kenny Bednarek also captured a title. Keely Hodgkinson was again denied a major prize by rival Audrey Werro, but revealed she had to overcome a torn hamstring to make the start line at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship.

Golf: Kupcho Evens Solheim Cup; Lowry Leads Irish Open

Jennifer Kupcho rolled in two late birdie putts — one from 93 feet — to earn the Americans an unlikely point and tie the Solheim Cup at 8-8 after four sessions. Shane Lowry produced an inspired display on the greens to take a four-shot lead into the final round of the Irish Open, closing in on his first individual win since 2022.

Soccer: USA-France World Cup Final Preview

The World Cup finale fans wanted is set: USA and France will meet in a rematch of the Olympic gold medal game, with Les Bleues having been the better team so far in Berlin.

College Basketball: Baylor Signs Ukrainian Center

Baylor has signed Ukrainian center Kate Koval, several weeks after she left LSU because Tigers coach Kim Mulkey brought in a Russian player.

College Football Feature: Arch Manning's Fame

Texas quarterback Arch Manning has been a name since he started high school, and his also-famous grandfather had a little more time to adjust to the spotlight.