General Sports 24 Hours

Last updated: July 11, 2026, 8:31 PM ET

Tennis Titans Clash and Czech Dominance

Linda Noskova in an all-Czech final, defeating Karolina Muchova. This victory further solidifies the Czech Republic's strong presence in professional tennis. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic appeared rejuvenated at Wimbledon before his loss to Sinner, and he. Jannik Sinner is the defending champion at Wimbledon, but Alexander Zverev.

WNBA Action Heats Up

Paige Bueckers as the Dallas Wings defeated the expansion Toronto WNBA team 108-95 in front of a regular-season record crowd of 20,996 at Bell Centre. All-Star Napheesa Collier's return could be imminent for the Minnesota Lynx, a team currently tied atop the WNBA standings with the Las Vegas Aces, according to head coach Cheryl Reeve. Natasha Cloud and the Chicago Sky after a challenging offseason.

Rugby Union and League Battles

In the Nations Championship, Scotland fell to a 42-28 defeat against a much-changed South Africa at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, despite scoring four tries. Ireland secured a bonus-point win over Japan, with Sean Jansen scoring a try on his international debut. Will Jordan became New Zealand's record try-scorer, scoring a hat-trick in their 47-17 thrashing of Italy. France fought back to beat Australia 28-26 in Brisbane, condemning Joe Schmidt's side to their sixth consecutive loss, with Aaron Grandidier Nkanang scoring two tries on his debut. On the Super League front, Brodie Croft scored a hat-trick to help Leeds restore their four-point lead at the top of the table. Wakefield Trinity ended Super League champions Hull KR's 11-game home winning run thanks to a double from Faatili. England ran out convincing winners against Fiji, scoring eleven tries in a match where Fiji was reduced to 14 players, with Henry Pollock scoring a hat-trick.

Boxing and MMA Updates

Joe Joyce's comeback fight ended in a bizarre fashion as the veteran British heavyweight lost to Artem Suslenkov in Moscow. Conor McGregor's return at UFC 329 is generating significant attention, with the event aiming to reveal McGregor's current standing in the sport. ESPN MMA contributors are breaking down the fights and top moments from the event.

Golf and Football Notes

Matt Fitzpatrick holds a share of the lead at the Genesis Scottish Open, which was disrupted by fog. Rory McIlroy struggled during an unfinished third round. In Gaelic football, Mayo manager Andy Moran feels his side are "not the finished article" despite a dominant 17-point win over Louth to reach their first All-Ireland SFC final in five years. England manager Thomas Tuchel and captain Harry Kane.

Cricket and Other Sports News

India took a lead of 269 into day three of the one-off Test match at Lord's after bowling England out for 170 in their first innings. World Cup-winning captain Heather Knight announced her retirement from cricket, joining batter Tammy Beaumont in retiring after the ongoing Test match against India. Afghanistan's women's refugee team are set to have their funding extended following a recommendation to the ICC board. Mario Saint-Supery, a standout freshman at Gonzaga last season of the Euro League. Argentina's football team is looking for a change in momentum, with the potential return of Álvarez being seen as an antidote to recent struggles.

Baseball Prospects Take Center Stage

The MLB draft is approaching, with Kiley McDaniel offering predictions. The brightest stars in the minor leagues are set to compete in the MLB Future Games in Philadelphia, and ESPN will be watching closely.