General Sports 3d Briefing
×NCAA Basketball & College Sports
Duke espn.com clinched the outright ACC regular-season title with a dominant win over NC State, while Arizona espn.com secured the Big 12 crown with a victory against Iowa State. Miami (Ohio) espn.com extended its season-opening winning streak to 30 games with a narrow win over Toledo. Meanwhile, Kaiya Wynn espn.com announced her departure from Tennessee women's basketball, citing her senior day experience as a "breaking point."
WNBA & Women's Basketball
Breanna Stewart espn.com led Mist to an 80-74 championship victory over Kelsey Plum's Phantom in the Unrivaled final, despite Plum's brilliant 40-point performance. The WNBPA espn.com executive committee expressed concerns about the league's CBA negotiations, with Plum calling the latest offer a "significant win" but urging continued talks. As CBA negotiations linger, WNBA GMs espn.com are preparing for compressed drafts and free agency schedules.
International Cricket & Tennis
India's Sanju Samson bbc.com delivered a magnificent half-century in 26 balls against England in the T20 World Cup semi-final before being dismissed for. England captain Harry Brook bbc.com emphasized unity over perfection as his team prepared to face India in the other semi-final. In tennis news, Aryna Sabalenka espn.com announced her engagement, drawing congratulations from fellow players including Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz.
Formula 1 & Motorsports
Lewis Hamilton bbc.com vowed to stay in F1 until an African Grand Prix is added to the calendar. The new season brings major rule changes, with George Russell bbc.com positioned as a potential title challenger. Lando Norris bbc.com is among the nominees for the Laureus World Sports Awards. Former McLaren mechanic Marc Priestley bbc.com analyzed the significant changes to F1 cars and engines for the 2026 season.
Rugby Union & Six Nations
Scotland bbc.com welcomes back Darcy Graham and Jack Dempsey for their Six Nations clash against France at Murrayfield. Ireland bbc.com makes five changes for their match against Wales, including a first Six Nations start for Nick Timoney. Wales captain Dewi Lake bbc.com believes his team can defy odds and defeat Ireland in Dublin. Former England player Anthony Watson bbc.com revealed he cheated a concussion test during the 2017 Lions tour to continue playing.
Combat Sports & UFC
Max Holloway espn.com faces Charles Oliveira in a BMF belt showdown at UFC, a fight made possible by Nate Diaz's influence on the title's creation. Jai Opetaia espn.com makes his Zuffa Boxing debut against Brandon Glanton in Las Vegas. The card also features a youth-versus-experience battle between Raul Rosas Jr. espn.com and Rob Font.
Winter Sports & Paralympics
Great Britain's Menna Fitzpatrick bbc.com and Scott Meenagh were named flagbearers for the Winter Paralympics opening ceremony. Nina Sparks bbc.com became Great Britain's first female Paralympic snowboarder after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2021. The GB wheelchair curling team bbc.com opened their campaign with a 10-7 loss to Estonia.
Golf & Other Sports
Jon Rahm espn.com remains the only LIV Golf player unwilling to accept the DP World Tour's proposed deal. The Arnold Palmer Invitational espn.com tees off at Bay Hill, where length off the tee and controlled iron play will be crucial. Jade Jones bbc.com prepares for her boxing debut after switching from taekwondo, describing the transition as "humbling." Rhys McClenaghan bbc.com returns to pommel horse competition after an 18-month injury layoff.
College Football & Recruiting
Lou Holtz espn.com, the legendary college football coach who led Notre Dame to a 1988 national championship, passed away at. Spring football approaches with position previews for major conferences. The portal and recruiting landscape continues to evolve as teams prepare for 2026. Mississippi lawmakers espn.com are considering a tax loophole for NIL-earning college athletes in the state.
Miscellaneous Sports News
Emma Raducanu bbc.com expressed desire to return to her natural playing style ahead of Indian Wells. Jamie George bbc.com discussed rugby's evolving approach to concussion management during his career. Exeter boss Rob Baxter bbc.com voiced sadness over the end of merit-based promotion and relegation in Premiership rugby. Former India players Rahul Dravid bbc.com and Ravichandran Ashwin acquired franchises in the European T20 Premier League.