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Last updated: July 15, 2026, 8:31 AM ET

Golf and Major Championships

The 154th Open Championship is set to begin at Royal Birkdale, with experts offering their predictions and betting advice. Top storylines include the dynamic between Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, and the potential for an English champion. Scheffler, who is preparing for the major after a rare weekend off, expressed that coming in second is worse than missing the cut. Meanwhile, Robert Mac Intyre believes he is a significantly improved golfer since his first Open appearance in 2019 and feels he has a chance for glory. The R&A is reportedly "pretty close" to bringing the Open Championship to Portmarnock Golf Club in Dublin. A decision on potentially adjusting the final round timings to avoid a clash with England's World Cup matches, should they advance, is expected within 48 hours and will be "subtle". English golfers face a dilemma with early Thursday tee times clashing with England's World Cup match against Argentina. David Howard, who qualified for The Open despite being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at age seven, shared his inspiring journey. A personality quiz is available for fans to discover which Open golfer they most resemble.

Basketball and Soccer Signings

The WNBA's Indiana Fever are on a hot streak, moving up to No. 4 in the power rankings, with Kelsey Mitchell scoring 25 or more points in her sixth consecutive game. Golden State maintains the top spot in the rankings. Wings star Paige Bueckers has spoken out about the lack of Black women head coaches in the WNBA, advocating for equal opportunities. In soccer news, experienced Belgian defender Thomas Meunier has signed with Sunderland following the end of his contract with Lille.

Other Sports News

Hilton Grand Vacations has fired a man accused of sending a racist message to Aces guard Chelsea Gray on social media. The Premier Lacrosse League's power rankings ahead of Week 9 place Philadelphia as the team to beat this season, with action heading to Connecticut. NFL decision-makers have ranked wide receivers, with discussions around whether Ja'Marr Chase or Justin Jefferson holds the top spot, and which teams boast both top-10 wide receivers. NC State's defensive coordinator, DJ Eliot, continues to honor his daughter, who died of cancer, through his work. Britain's Michael 'Venom' Page is scheduled to fight Nursulton Ruziboev in a middleweight bout at UFC Paris on September 5th. Former England captain Ben Stokes is slated to play for Durham against Derbyshire in the One-Day Cup next week, marking his first game since retiring from international cricket. Double Olympic champion Sunisa Lee announced her return to competition after a two-year absence, following the Paris 2024 Games. Mollie O'Callaghan is fit to compete at the Commonwealth Games, despite receiving a doctor's warning to "stop swimming immediately" last month. Kane James' upcoming Wales cap is linked to a family history spanning from Pembrokeshire to the Pacific island of Niue. Scotland's forwards coach John Dalziel emphasized the need for results beyond praise as they prepare for a match against Fiji at Murrayfield. England utility back Marcus Smith believes the team still has significant room for improvement despite a recent 11-try victory over Fiji. Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel is defending his tenure and has stated he does not wish to leave the university. A timeline of Manuel's decade in Ann Arbor highlights both athletic successes and controversies. Spain's World Cup camp is fostering a strong "all for one" mentality as they prepare to face France. The Sports Humanitarian Awards, ESPYS, and Fanatics Fest are set to take place in New York, turning the city into a sports hub. Jordan Walker hit home runs on his final six swings to win the Home Run Derby, becoming the first Cardinal to achieve this feat. A look ahead to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics highlights potential stories to watch.