General Sports 24 Hours

Last updated: July 20, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

College Sports Landscape Shifts

Warde Manuel as Michigan AD at the end of the year, with the announcement coming as the university concludes an investigation into its athletic department's culture. Meanwhile, SEC commissioner Greg Sankey acknowledged the reality of "breakaway" discussions concerning college sports legislation, stating he's engaged in ongoing conversations with congressional leaders about the Protect College Sports Act. Oklahoma QB John Mateer from a hand injury that he described as "the hardest thing" he's ever done, while Missouri RB Ahmad Hardy after sustaining a gunshot wound to the leg, though his return timeline remains uncertain.

WNBA Action and Player News

The Connecticut Sun's Paige Bueckers was ruled out of Monday's game against the New York Liberty after a collision on Sunday, though the team confirmed she does not have a concussion. In a separate game, Bueckers before exiting after a scary collision, with Arike Ogunbowale adding 20 points to lead the Wings to a 90-82 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. Angel Reese expressed gratitude for both Sandy Brondello's apology and the WNBA's decision to suspend the Liberty coach for one game after referring to Reese as a "protected species."

Golf and Boxing World Updates

LIV Golf faces a lawsuit for over $1 million from Mobii Systems Group Ltd., a technology company that provided broadcast features for the circuit. In boxing, Dalton Smith first WBC light-welterweight title defense on October 24 against mandatory challenger Alberto Puello. Ryan Fox secured a victory at Birkdale, outpacing Bryson DeChambeau amidst penalties to win the Open.

NASCAR and International Cricket

Joey Logano raced to his first Cup Series win of the season Sunday night, holding off Denny Hamlin at North Carolina's North Wilkesboro Speedway in a race with only five cautions. In international cricket, England secured a 2-1 ODI series win over India, raising questions about their momentum one year out from the World Cup.

Tennis and Rugby Developments

The Women's Tennis Association is set to implement genetic sex testing for all players seeking to compete on the WTA Tour. Wales captain Jac Morgan is closing the gap to the world's elite in rugby, despite a recent defeat to South Africa in the Nations Championship.

Other Sports Notables

ESPN and Make-A-Wish are celebrating 20 years of partnering to fulfill the dreams of children with critical illnesses, with WNBA star A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces among participants. In Formula, the Belgian Grand Prix served as a microcosm of Mercedes' season with its dual challenges, while Ferrari also experienced a mixed weekend. Salford has re-signed half-back Marc Sneyd from Warrington Wolves on a deal set to begin in 2027.