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Last updated: July 16, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Golf's Major Championship and Tour Action

Scottie Scheffler at the 154th Open Championship, posting a 2-under 68 despite sending a ball deep into the rough. England's Dan Brown issued an apology to his mother for smoking during his first round at Royal Birkdale. Meanwhile, Bob Mac Intyre expressed satisfaction with his own opening, calling it "exactly" what he'd hoped for. Golf experts and betting analysts are weighing in on potential winners and value bets for the Open Championship. The opening round at Royal Birkdale and sounds. On the cycling front, Tim Merlier of the Tour de France in a chaotic sprint finish.

Rugby Union and International Fixtures

Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit in rugby after his return, expressing readiness to make a bigger impact next season. Scotland has to their squad for Saturday's Nations Championship game against Fiji at Murrayfield, honoring the late Scott Hastings. Ireland, however, including fit-again wing Robert Baloucoune, for their highly anticipated match against New Zealand in Auckland. Wales' captain Dewi Lake has recovered from an injury scare and is set to play against South Africa. In player movement, Cardiff has agreed to send promising fly-half Harri Wilde to rivals Ospreys for the 2025-26 United Rugby Championship season, while Scarlets. Former Bristol Bears lock Chris Vui expressed devastation after receiving a ban until July 2027 for a doping violation.

Basketball and College Recruitment

The 2027 recruiting class is already taking shape, with Jayla Forbes, the No. 13 overall player and second-ranked post, committing to Texas. Texas is also projected to land Caroline Bradley, another top post player in the 2027 class according to projections. In the WNBA, the Indiana Fever, moving up to fourth in the power rankings with