General Sports 24 Hours

Last updated: July 9, 2026, 11:33 AM ET

College Football Coaches and Player Movement

Big 12 media days generated buzz, with Colorado's Deion Sanders joking about coaches' curfews. Meanwhile, Texas Tech faces quarterback questions, though they remain the team to beat in their conference. The NCAA has opened an inquiry into former Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby's time with the program opened an inquiry. Discussions also arose around the NCAA's new five-year eligibility model, which Utah quarterback Devon Dampier praised praised the model. In recruiting news, storylines to watch this July include Marcus Spears Jr.'s progress watch storylines. Notre Dame will pay homage to the 1920s Green Bay Packers with an alternate uniform for their Week 1 game at Lambeau Field pay homage.

WNBA Action and Player News

The WNBA saw Cheryl Reeve secure her 380th regular-season win, extending her record for regular-season victories. The Lynx's regular-season success has propelled them to the top of the WNBA Power Rankings, with their defense and depth proving effective top the rankings. Caitlin Clark was limited to 16 minutes in a recent game, scoring nine points in a 106-92 loss to the Sparks. Amidst these games, a group of 11 Republican lawmakers sent a letter to WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert demanding accountability for league actions sent a letter. The WNBA All-Star roster also drew discussion, with debates over snubs and potential MVP predictions drew discussion.

Tennis and Wimbledon Updates

Jamie Murray addressed fan questions in an "Ask Me Anything" session. At Wimbledon, the women's singles semi-finalists have navigated a complex relationship with grass courts this year. Marta Kostyuk, after reaching her first Wimbledon semifinal, criticized the IOC's decision to provisionally lift the ban on Russia and recommend individual sport participation criticized the decision. Alexander Zverev defeated an injured Taylor Fritz to reach his first Wimbledon semifinal, ending a losing streak against Fritz. Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova are set for a semifinal clash, with questions arising if it's Muchova's time or if Gauff's experience will prevail are set for a clash. Novak Djokovic, with seven Wimbledon titles, faces a challenge against defending champion and No. 1 seed Jannik Sinner faces a challenge.

Rugby Union International Scene

England has recalled centre Henry Slade to the starting lineup for a crucial match against Fiji. Fiji's wing Jiuta Wainiqolo is aiming to impact England with his skills aiming to impact. Wales has made three changes for their match against Argentina, benching wing Louis Rees-Zammit and starting Sam Costelow at fly-half benching Rees-Zammit. Exeter forward Kane James is in contention for his first Wales cap against Argentina in contention for a cap. Sam Costelow will start at fly-half for Wales against Argentina start at fly-half. Cardiff has brought fly-half Jarrod Evans back to the club from Harlequins. Anton Segner is set to become the first German-born All Black if he plays against Italy. Scotland's Finn Russell is fit to start against South Africa in the Nations Championship fit to start. Ireland has made nine changes, with four players set for debuts against Japan.

Cricket and Other Sports News

Chris Lynn's century propelled Northamptonshire Steelbacks into the men's T20 Blast quarter-finals. A club side from Gloucestershire is awaiting confirmation if their score of 417-2 is a world record for T20 cricket awaiting confirmation. The ECB has blocked plans to host the final of a European T20 tournament at Lord's blocked plans. Beau Greaves made darts history by becoming the first woman to qualify for a PDC European Tour event made history. Dame Sarah Storey, Great Britain's most decorated Paralympian, has retired from international competition. The International Cricket Council (ICC) is developing plans to address "significant corruption concerns" in franchise tournaments globally developing plans. The Hundred returns on July 24 for its sixth edition, with the schedule and broadcast information available.

Athlete Honors and General Sports Notes

The nominees for the 2026 ESPYS have been announced, including A'ja Wilson, Jalen Brunson, and Shohei Ohtani have been announced. Stats behind the Best Athlete nominees for men's and women's sports are available, featuring Jalen Brunson, Lionel Messi, A'ja Wilson, and Hilary Knight are available. Former bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt has called for the UFC to provide more support for retired fighters transitioning out of the sport called for support. Conor McGregor's impact extends beyond his UFC title reigns, as indicated by six charts. The NIL clearinghouse has rejected $90 million in submitted deals. Two staff members of the U.S. men's soccer team were suspended by FIFA from a match against Belgium were suspended. Justin Bieber is set to join a star-studded halftime show for the World Cup, alongside Madonna, Shakira, and BTS set to join. Mike Evans and eleven other players are highlighted as those expected to bounce back in 2026 after disappointing 2025 seasons.