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Last updated: July 18, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

Rugby Union and Sevens

England secured dramatic over Argentina, winning a chaotic match after a late try was controversially ruled out by the Television Match Official. The Pumas, wearing a replica of their 1986 World Cup kit, lost a thriller after a contentious call. In other Nations Championship action, South Africa cruised to a seven-try bonus-point win against Wales in Durban. Scotland overpowered Fiji with a bonus-point victory at Murrayfield, while the All Blacks against Ireland with a six-try performance in Eden Park.

Golf and Tennis

Sam Burns heading into the final round of the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, two weeks after the birth of his daughter. Burns fired a 65 on Saturday to take control, with Tommy Fleetwood despite late bogeys. Ryan Fox with a 62 on Saturday, the third player this week to match the mark. Meanwhile, Karolina Muchova after undergoing "small surgery."

Basketball and WNBA

Caitlin Clark with a 45-point, 10-assist performance as the Indiana Fever defeated the Seattle Storm. It was the first time a player has recorded over 40 points and 10 assists in league history. In other WNBA news, Tempo coach Sandy Brondello for referring to Angel Reese as a "protected species."

Cycling and Motorsports

Tadej Pogacar with another dominant victory on the mountainous Stage. In Formula, George Russell expressed frustration with his Mercedes' straight-line performance issues, stating the problem makes his title fight "impossible."

Other Sports News

Cooper Flagg's latest rookie card, a one-of-one numbered edition, is projected to sell for $5 million by at least one collector. Former UFC fighter Ben Askren is set to compete in a wrestling match on Saturday, marking a remarkable return a year after a near-fatal incident. Keely Hodgkinson at the London Diamond League after a difficult period. In a thrilling T20 Blast final qualifier, Northamptonshire Steelbacks by 17 runs to book their place in the final.