General Sports 24 Hours

Last updated: May 15, 2026, 11:55 PM ET

WNBA & Basketball

A'ja Wilson torched the Sun for 45 on 15-of-18 shooting, powering the Las Vegas Aces to a 101-94 victory and their third consecutive win. The performance underscores the Aces' relentless momentum as they pursue a historic three-peat, with Wilson now a record four-time MVP. Off the court, a former ACU player received a permanent ban for alleged game-fixing, highlighting ongoing integrity concerns in college basketball.

Rugby Union

Northampton humiliated Bristol 94-33 in a record-breaking Premiership display, scoring 14 tries to secure a semi-final berth. In the URC, Connacht sealed a play-off spot with a bonus-point win in Edinburgh, while Cardiff clinched their play-off place by downing the Stormers. Ulster's hopes now hinge on other results after a dramatic 26-22 defeat to Glasgow. In the Six Nations, Ireland recalled Monaghan to start against Scotland, while Scotland brought back Coubrough and Campbell for their final match in Dublin. England's Grand Slam bid features the unassuming scrum-half Packer, who is embracing the pressure in her first major tournament.

Golf

Scottie Scheffler bemoaned an "absurd" hole location at the PGA Championship, stopping short of calling the Aronimnick setup unfair as he navigated difficult conditions. Meanwhile, club professional Michael Block is likely to miss the cut after a 75, but vowed to return, maintaining his beloved underdog status. The championship continues to test the field with its firm, fast conditions.

Combat Sports & Other

Francis Ngannou declared himself the lineal heavyweight champion ahead of his PFL debut, believing he will defend his status as MMA's top heavyweight. In a major promotional event she masterminded, Ronda Rousey ends her 10-year MMA retirement on Saturday, facing Gina Carano in a fight that bridges her UFC legacy with her new promotional role. In cricket, Virat Kohli stated he would skip the 2027 World Cup if forced to prove his worth to the Indian team.

College Sports & Football

Four-star defensive back Charles Woodson Jr. chose Michigan, following in his father's legendary footsteps. Top-10 junior Isaiah Hill committed to Purdue, becoming the highest-ranked recruit to join the Boilermakers since 2007. Illinois rewarded Brad Underwood with a contract extension after his Final Four run, a deal that could run through 2035-36 based on performance. The NFL is considering more holiday games on nontraditional days like Wednesdays, citing increased ratings and fan engagement.

Motor Sports & Lacrosse

Jonas Vingegaard claimed a dominant Giro d'Italia stage win, completing his set of Grand Tour stage victories. The 2026 NLL finals will pit Toronto against Halifax for indoor lacrosse supremacy, while the PLL/WLL Week 2 heads to the Ocean State for a slate of key matchups.

Baseball & Other

Tarik Skubal began playing catch just two weeks post-surgery, offering the Tigers hope their ace could return sooner than expected. Shohei Ohtani is expected back at DH, replacing Raleigh in the Angels' lineup. A suspect was arrested in the shooting of Missouri's Ahmad Hardy, bringing a tragic off-season story to a close. In netball, Nottingham Forest sealed their first play-off spot with a 76-65 win over league leaders Loughborough Lightning.