General Sports 24 Hours

Last updated: April 12, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Golf & Major Tournaments

The third round of the Masters Tournament saw World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler surge back into contention after firing a career-best 7-under 65 at Augusta National. Elsewhere in the major, Shane Lowry etched his name into Masters lore by recording his second career hole-in-one during Saturday's play. As the final round approached, Rory McIlroy and Cameron Young were tied atop the leaderboard entering Sunday's action, while former champions Jon Rahm and Sergio García provided some early theater by being paired together in the less threatening early groupings generating some spirited play.

Boxing & Combat Sports

The light-heavyweight division at UFC 327 saw a dramatic shift as Carlos Ulberg shocked Jiří Procházka in the first round to claim the vacant title in Miami, Florida, despite suffering an apparent knee injury during the contest which eventually saw him blow out his knee. Procházka was criticized for showing "too much mercy" according to some observers before the stunning knockout. In boxing, two-time super-lightweight champion Regis Prograis announced his retirement at age 37 following his points loss to Conor Benn, who used the victory to continue his march toward a world title shot against a faded Prograis. Meanwhile, the heavyweight scene remains active, prompting discussion about Tyson Fury's next opponent following his comeback win as Deontay Wilder also returns to the fray.

Rugby League & Cups

The Rugby League Challenge Cup quarter-finals produced intense action, with Wigan Warriors edging out Wakefield Trinity in a thriller at Belle Vue to advance. Holders Hull Kingston Rovers secured their semi-final berth by thumping York Knights behind a Tyrone May hat-trick, setting up a major clash against Warrington Wolves, who had previously come from behind to defeat Leigh Leopards to secure their own semi-final spot. The draw for the later stages pits Hull KR against Warrington Wolves in the 2026 semi-finals.

European Rugby Union

In the European Challenge Cup, Exeter Chiefs booked their semi-final ticket after a nerveless 79th-minute penalty conversion by Henry Slade against Benetton. Across the bracket, the Dragons managed to defeat Zebre 35-32 in Parma, marking their first European semi-final appearance in a decade, where they are slated to meet Montpellier. Elsewhere, Leinster ensured a home semi-final in the Champions Cup by delivering a large victory over Sale Sharks, setting up a clash with Toulon after shaking off a slow first half.

WNBA Free Agency Moves

WNBA free agency saw significant movement, particularly in Los Angeles, where four-time All-Star Kelsey Plum is re-signing with the Sparks on a one-year deal, reportedly worth $999,999. The Sparks further solidified their roster as three-time All-Star Dearica Hamby is finalizing a multiyear extension to remain with the franchise. Out east, the New York Liberty made major additions, agreeing to multiyear deals with two key players: Satou Sabally and Jonquel Jones both signing long-term contracts. Additionally, the Chicago Sky made an immediate splash by signing seven-time All-Star Skylar Diggins alongside forward Azura Stevens on the opening day of signings.

NCAA Basketball Roster Shuffling

College basketball saw several prominent transfers finalize their destinations over the weekend. Texas successfully lured Colorado freshman guard Isaiah Johnson, who averaged 16.9 points, to Austin as one of the top guards in the portal. Meanwhile, Texas A&M landed prolific scorer P.J. Haggerty, who transferred from Kansas State to bolster their offensive output. In positive news for returning talent, Auburn star guard Tahaad Pettiford confirmed his intention to remain with the Tigers for his junior season.

Motorsport & Track & Field

Takamoto Katsuta dramatically ascended to the top of the World Rally Championship standings after securing victory at Rally Croatia, benefiting immensely when rival Thierry Neuville suffered a late-stage crash handing the Japanese driver the win. On the track, Australian 18-year-old Gout Gout demonstrated exceptional early speed, clocking faster times than Usain Bolt did at the same age while winning at his national championships.

Boxing & Heavyweight Futures

The heavyweight boxing division is generating buzz following Tyson Fury’s comeback victory, which immediately led him to call out Anthony Joshua for a potential future bout igniting discussions about the division's next big fights. Ex-champion David Haye described Fury’s performance against Arslanbek Makhmudov as an "optimal performance" praising the champion's return. In a related development, Derek Chisora, despite stating he would retire after his recent fight with Deontay Wilder, is now reportedly pushing for a rematch citing dissatisfaction with the scorecards.

Rugby Union & Coaching Updates

In the Women's Six Nations, Scotland achieved a hard-fought 24-19 victory over Wales in Cardiff under their new leadership, while England’s Red Roses machine continued its march, playing in front of a record crowd of 77,120 fans against Ireland as such large attendances become normalized. On the coaching carousel, Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel confirmed that Dusty May has agreed to an extension to lead the Wolverines.

Horse Racing & College Football

The Grand National at Aintree provided a historic moment as I Am Maximus became the first horse in 49 years to regain the title, a victory that also saw trainer Willie Mullins equal Vincent O'Brien's record with his third consecutive win in the race a moment the trainer stated he enjoyed more as he aged. Meanwhile, Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders, 58, appeared hands-on at the team's spring game after a 3-9 season, assuring reporters that "I'm good, I's good" regarding his health as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

NHL & League Scenarios

The NHL playoff picture became clearer following an action-packed Saturday slate, with teams now looking toward Sunday’s schedule to see which clinching scenarios will resolve to finalize the Eastern and Western Conference brackets.

WNBA Personnel Decisions

The Indiana Fever secured the return of free agent Sophie Cunningham, who agreed to a one-year contract, while the Wings added defensive stability by signing free agent Alanna Smith to a maximum three-year contract as confirmed by her agent.

Cricket Update

In county cricket action, Joe Clarke’s century, hitting 136 runs, helped Notts establish a commanding 450-run lead over Glamorgan following strong bowling performances.