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Last updated: July 21, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

WNBA Update

Napheesa Collier is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Seattle Storm, potentially marking her return from a season-ending left ankle injury. Meanwhile, Azzi Fudd will participate in the WNBA 3-point contest as part of All-Star Weekend in Chicago, joining Rhyne Howard, Marina Mabrey, Bridget Carleton, Natisha Hiedeman, and Janiel Salaun. In WNBA Power Rankings, Minnesota at the top following Monday's results, while Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has become a star despite not holding a starting role.

College Football Landscape

Georgia running back Dante Dowdell is being treated at a hospital in Atlanta following an ATV accident, as confirmed by coach Kirby Smart. Smart also acknowledged that the SEC champion Bulldogs must "play bigger" to meet expectations in the College Football Playoff. Elsewhere, Michigan's investigation into alleged recruiting violations is being questioned as a potentially wasteful expenditure, and Auburn coach Alex Golesh aims to return the program to national relevance, acknowledging the pressure of being the fourth coach since 2019. Kentucky coach Will Stein expressed confidence, stating the Wildcats will win big "because of me."

International Soccer and Rugby

Larne manager Gary Haveron expressed pride in his team's effort despite a 4-0 home defeat to Red Star Belgrade in the Champions League second qualifying round. Derry City will face a suspended partial stadium closure from Uefa. In rugby, England's current standing under Steve Borthwick is being assessed as the 2027 Rugby World Cup approaches, with scrutiny on their Nations Championship performances.

Cycling and Boxing News

Remco Evenepoel by 28 seconds with a dominant time-trial victory on stage 16 of the Tour de France. American rider Brandon McNulty was unhurt after an angry motorist confronted him before a time trial. In boxing, Denzel Bentley has been elevated to WBO middleweight champion after Janibek Alimkhanuly relinquished the belt. Anthony Joshua's upcoming return to the ring against Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia is detailed.

Other Sports Headlines

The Jets that will be worn against the Green Bay Packers on September 20. Professional boxer Hannah Rapp's alleged killer has a lengthy arrest history including reckless driving and hit and run. Golf's Ryan Fox, who won the Open Championship in the sport. In a potential setback for LIV Golf, the PGA Tour, European tour, and Asian Tour announced an alliance. Josh Kerr, fulfilling a childhood dream of representing Scotland. Britain's Joe Clarke won gold in the men's kayak cross at the ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships. Former Wales and British and Irish Lions player Leigh Halfpenny is committing his coaching future to Cardiff. Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson. England all-rounder Jacob Bethell is ruled out of The Hundred with a knee injury. Cyclist Matt Richardson stated he has moved on from controversy surrounding his nationality switch as he prepares for the Commonwealth Games. Sussex announced Matt as their new head coach. BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson is answering questions regarding penalties at the Hungarian Grand Prix. England star Phil Salt has taken a circuitous route to captaining Welsh Fire in The Hundred.