General Sports 24 Hours

Last updated: July 20, 2026, 2:33 PM ET

College Athletics & Legal Battles

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey with congressional leaders regarding the Protect College Sports Act. Meanwhile, Michigan's athletic director Warde Manuel at the end of the year, coinciding with the conclusion of an investigation into the university's athletic culture. On the field, Oklahoma QB John Mateer has returned to full strength after a hand injury, while Missouri RB Ahmad Hardy has been medically cleared following a gunshot wound to the leg, though his return timeline is uncertain. LIV Golf is facing a lawsuit from Mobii Systems Group Ltd. for over $1 million concerning broadcast technology.

Basketball & Individual Accolades

In the WNBA, Paige Bueckers before exiting Sunday's game due to a collision, leading the Wings to a 90-82 victory over the Sparks. Angel Reese expressed gratitude for the WNBA's one-game suspension of coach Sandy Brondello, who had referred to Reese as a "protected species." ESPN and Make-A-Wish are celebrating 20 years of fulfilling sports dreams for critically ill children, with participants including WNBA star A'ja Wilson.

Motorsports & Cycling Drama

Joey Logano of the season at North Carolina's North Wilkesboro Speedway, holding off Denny Hamlin in a race with only five cautions. At the Belgian Grand Prix, Mercedes' performance at Spa-Francorchamps. In cycling, Remco Evenepoel conducted overnight at the Tour de France after winning stage, while two-time champion Jonas Vingegaard crashed out. George Russell's after crashing out at Spa, leaving him 50 points behind teammate Kimi Antonelli.

Golf & Cricket Momentum

Ryan Fox claimed victory at the Open, outpacing Bryson DeChambeau at a challenging Birkdale. Rory McIlroy admitted to being "stuck in neutral" during the Open Championship and to celebrate his Masters win. Tommy Fleetwood despite falling short this year. In cricket, England in ODI matches, raising questions about their momentum one year before the World Cup.

Other Sports News

Salford has re-signed half-back Marc Sneyd on a deal starting in 2027. Boxer Hannah Rapp, in Texas. Conor McGregor sustained earlier this month, expressing confidence in a future return. Limerick manager John Kiely and wing-back Diarmaid Byrnes win. The WTA Tour is reportedly considering requiring genetic sex testing for all players. Daniel Wiffen expressed confidence ahead of the Commonwealth Games. Wales captain Jac Morgan to the world's best, despite a recent loss to South Africa. BBC Sport analyzed changes in The Hundred for 2026 12.