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Last updated: July 14, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

WNBA and College Hoops

The Indiana Fever are climbing the standings, moving up to No. 4 in the WNBA Power Rankings thanks to Kelsey Mitchell's continued scoring prowess. Mitchell has now recorded her sixth consecutive game with at least 25 points. The Golden State team in the rankings. In college basketball, starting next season, the NCAA women's tournament will, placing the top 16 teams in the bracket according to their overall standing, irrespective of conference affiliation. Separately, a lawsuit has been filed by eleven Division I athletes against the NCAA, alleging that the organization's new eligibility rules. On a somber note, former Kansas Jayhawks player Lagerald Vick has been in Tennessee.

Golf and The Open Championship

The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale is generating buzz, with speculation mounting about an English winner for the first time in nearly 60 years. Irish golfer David Howard, who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at age seven, has qualified for the prestigious event. Meanwhile, Nick Faldo has criticized Bryson DeChambeau's approach to links golf, stating he has "zero clue of strategy" as he targets a major win. Matt Fitzpatrick has also raised concerns that the rise of sports betting is directed at golfers. In a potential scheduling conflict, The Open Championship may tee times forward to avoid clashing with the World Cup final, should England advance.

International Rugby and Soccer

Ireland's rugby team is preparing for a tough challenge against the All Blacks at the formidable Eden Park. Assistant coach Andrew Goodman confirmed that Rob Baloucoune and Jeremy Loughman are fit to play, as the team seeks to exploit any marginal advantages. New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie acknowledged Ireland's capabilities, stating his team is "well aware of Ireland's ability" ahead of the Nations Championship match. Wales, however, will be without captain Dewi Lake for their upcoming Test against South Africa in the Nations Championship. In soccer, Spain's World Cup squad is fostering a strong "all for one" mentality as they prepare for their semifinal, with Jules Koundé dismissing any notion of disrespect from teammate Lamine Yamal regarding comments about facing France in the FIFA World Cup semifinal.

Other Sports News

The World Series of Poker main event final table has been set for the $10 million prize. In the UFC, Paddy Pimblett revealed he would have considered retirement had he lost his recent fight against Benoit Saint-Denis, a bout that also featured strong performances from Gable Steveson. Formula 1 correspondent Andrew Benson is ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps. The ICC is reportedly to its tournament structures, including World Cup formats and the introduction of semi-finals in the World Test Championship. Wigan Warriors prop Mary Coleman has earned her for the upcoming Test in France. In a moment of disappointment for England's youth rugby, flanker Seb Kelly was in their semi-final defeat. Paige Bueckers has the lack of Black women head coaches in the WNBA, advocating for equal opportunities. The Minnesota Lynx secured a win, with rookie Olivia Miles scoring a career-high 33 points and becoming the first WNBA player to reach 400 points, 100 rebounds, and 100 assists in just 22 games as the Lynx defeated the Phoenix Mercury. In baseball, Jordan Walker, homering on his final six swings to defeat Kyle Schwarber and become the first Cardinal to claim the title.

Athlete Journeys and Inspiration

NC State's defensive coordinator, DJ Eliot, continues to find inspiration in his daughter's memory as she battles cancer. Heptathlete Kate O'Connor discusses the of having her father as her coach.