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Last updated: July 25, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

WNBA and Basketball Buzz

Former President Barack Obama to the WNBA All-Stars, expressing his strong support for the women's game and posing for photos with notable players like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Meanwhile, stakeholders within the league are raising concerns about Commissioner Cathy Engelbert's leadership, questioning her ability to guide the WNBA's future. The WNBPA president, Nneka Ogwumike, stated that the union and the league are actively working to rebuild trust, following positive discussions aimed at addressing player harassment. In separate news, a nonconference men's basketball game between Duke and Michigan was canceled due to unresolved broadcast rights issues.

Track and Field Dominance

Sha'Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles at the U.S. track and field championships on Friday night. Lyles showcased exceptional speed, winning the 100m in a world-leading time of 9.79 seconds.

Commonwealth Games Action Heats Up

The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow kicked off with Scotland securing three medals in a remarkable 45-minute span in the pool. Duncan Scott with a gold medal-winning swim, while teenage para-swimmer Ela Letton-Jones earned Team Wales their first medal, a silver in the pool as well. Eilish McColgan is reportedly in her bid to defend her 10,000m title on home soil. England gymnast Gabriel Langton's horror fall overshadowed his team's silver medal in the team event. Adam Ramsay-Peaty anticipates a "good scrap" in the swimming pool. Rhys McClenaghan is on track for the pommel horse final after his qualifying session. Tonga's netball team is set to launch their Commonwealth Games campaign against Australia. Sean McCann, brother of Madeleine McCann, will compete for Scotland in swimming.

Tennis and Cycling Updates

Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic have withdrawn from the Canadian Open, prompting the tournament director to call for changes to the demanding player schedule. In cycling, Tadej Pogacar is nearing his fifth Tour de France title after a dominant victory on stage. Zoe Backstedt is set to make her debut in the Tour de France Femmes after recent success at the British National Road Championships.

Football and Future Seasons

The All-Ireland champions Kerry are set to defend their title against Mayo, who are aiming to end a 75-year drought. College football programs are being evaluated for their recruiting efforts, with questions raised about and how various CFB programs fared. Simulations of the 2026 season of the playoff picture. Texas quarterback Arch Manning has been focusing on health and taking leadership of his team during the offseason. Fantasy football managers are being warned to that could derail their season.

Other Sports News

The Los Angeles Dodgers and MVP Shohei Ohtani will launch a summer of live Major League Baseball on the BBC. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt will miss the first two matches of The Hundred due to workload management. The Los Angeles Rams unveiled new uniforms celebrating key moments in franchise history. In boxing, a top trainer and former champion are offering predictions for the Errol Spence Jr. vs. Tim Tszyu middleweight fight.