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Last updated: July 19, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Golf's Open Championship Heats Up

Sam Burns at the Open Championship heading into Sunday's final round at Royal Birkdale, two weeks after the birth of his daughter. Ryan Fox with a 62 on Saturday, the third player to match the mark this week. Local favorite Tommy Fleetwood of Burns after two late bogeys.

Combat Sports News and Notes

Dricus Du Plessis over Kamaru Usman at UFC Fight Night, positioning himself for another title shot. In wrestling, Ben Askren returned to the mat and lost 6-3 to Belal Muhammad at RAF, a year after undergoing double lung transplant surgery. Tragically, boxer Hannah Rapp after being struck by a car while cycling in Texas.

WNBA and Basketball Buzz

The WNBA has suspended Phoenix Mercury coach Sandy Brondello for one game after she was heard referring to Angel Reese as a "protected species" following a comment. Cooper Flagg's latest rookie card, a one-of-one numbered edition, is projected by one collector to sell for $5 million.

Rugby Union and League Updates

England's discipline was described as "comical" by Matt Dawson after the team received four yellow cards in their 31-24 win over Argentina in the Nations Championship. England ultimately held on to win a chaotic match after a controversial late TMO call. Argentina wore a replica of their 1986 World Cup kit for the match. In other Nations Championship action, South Africa cruised to a seven-try bonus-point victory over Wales, who were held scoreless. Wales finished Steve Tandy's first season in charge with three wins and nine defeats in 12 internationals. In Rugby League, Matty Ashton with a brace as they defeated Hull KR.

Formula 1 and Athletics

Mercedes driver scout Lyssa Lagrue is leaving the team to join rivals Red Bull. George Russell expressed frustration with a "serious issue" affecting his Mercedes' straight-line performance. In athletics, Welsh 1,500m runner Jake Heyward will compete in the Commonwealth Games after recovering from double Achilles surgery. Keely Hodgkinson at the London Diamond League after a challenging period.

Cycling and Tennis Withdrawals

Tadej Pogacar in the Tour de France with another dominant victory on stage. Wimbledon finalist Karolina Muchova after undergoing "small surgery" that will sideline her for a "few weeks."

Fantasy Sports Preview

Fantasy baseball managers can set their lineups for the coming weeks with our preview, which includes pitcher rankings, hitter ratings, and schedule observations.

World Cup Bronze Medal Match

Neither England nor France wanted to play for bronze, but the eventual match was described as one of the zaniest in World Cup history.