General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: May 12, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

College Football & Athletics

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian publicly criticized the academic rigor at Ole Miss one day after Lane Kiffin's own provocative statements, drawing further commentary from Florida coach Jon Sumrall regarding the ongoing SEC rivalry chatter. In other college football news, R.J. Day, the son of Ohio State Head Coach Ryan Day, announced his commitment to Northwestern for the Class of 2027, while discussions continue regarding the future scheduling of the historic Army-Navy game following spring practice. Meanwhile, Missouri star running back Ahmad Hardy, who ranked second in FBS in rushing yards, was released from the hospital early Sunday morning after sustaining a gunshot wound, with sources indicating a goal for him to eventually return to play.

NBA & Basketball

The Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the brink of the Western Conference Finals after securing a dominant victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, prompting Lakers legend LeBron James to state he is unsure "what the future holds for me" following the team's elimination from the playoffs. In offseason news, the Washington Wizards secured the coveted No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft lottery during Sunday's drawing in Chicago as the event unfolded. Tragedy struck the league as the Memphis Grizzlies confirmed the death of forward Brandon Clarke at the age of 29; Clarke was a key player for the franchise.

Men's Golf & PGA Tour

The focus shifts to the 108th edition of the US PGA Championship this week, where Rory McIlroy is grouped alongside Jon Rahm for an early Thursday tee time at 13:40 BST as the major commences. McIlroy arrives in a more relaxed demeanor compared to previous years, admitting he was wrong last year when he advocated for the PGA Tour to unite with the Saudi-backed Public Investment Fund. Rahm, for his part, stated his current mandate is strictly to play golf, not attempt to resolve the ongoing business issues surrounding the breakaway LIV circuit. English contender Matt Fitzpatrick enters the tournament with strong recent form, positioning him among the favorites to potentially end a 107-year drought for an English winner at the event held in Pennsylvania.

Women's College Sports & Soccer

The intense rivalry between UConn and South Carolina is set to resume in November when the two programs meet for the first time since the sideline altercation between coaches Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley at last month's Final Four in a neutral-site game. In professional soccer, former USWNT star Alex Morgan shared the news on Mother's Day that she and her partner, Servando Carrasco, are expecting their third child a major personal announcement. Elsewhere, the Valkyries' narrative has begun to reverse after starting the season 2-0, moving past early criticism regarding a draft day trade and the cutting of a fan favorite in the WNBA.

MMA & Combat Sports

Sean Strickland successfully dethroned the previously undefeated Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328 in Newark, New Jersey, claiming the middleweight championship via a razor-close split decision in the main event. Following the loss, sources close to Chimaev confirmed the fighter is "obsessed" with securing an immediate title rematch against Strickland, stating it is "the only fight he will accept right now" according to his team. Beyond the title fight, the event saw seven finishes, though only the Strickland-Chimaev bout achieved an A grade in the final fight card evaluations. Gina Carano is also preparing for a highly anticipated return to MMA after a 17-year absence, planning to face Ronda Rousey in a pioneering bout.

Cycling, Darts & Endurance Sports

Three-time Olympic medallist Katie Archibald has announced her retirement from professional cycling, revealing she has "fallen in love" with her new career path as a registered nurse, despite having been selected for Scotland's 2026 Commonwealth Games team a surprising career pivot. In darts, Northern Ireland's Josh Rock secured his first European Tour title in nearly two years, defeating Kevin Doets 8-6 to claim the Austrian Open championship. In cycling news, Ecuador's Jhonatan Narvaez managed a remarkable Stage 4 victory at the Giro d'Italia, achieving the win just three days after a significant crash that forced three of his teammates to abandon the race a display of fortitude.

Rugby Union & League

The Premiership playoff picture tightened considerably as Leicester Tigers, Saracens, and Exeter all secured vital wins in the latest round of fixtures, putting pressure on the top-four standings as the season nears its climax. Saracens' teenage talent Noah Caluori expressed confidence in his readiness for a senior England call-up this summer following a breakout season targeting a Test debut. Meanwhile, Glasgow Warriors face the prospect of hosting the United Rugby Championship final in Belfast, specifically at the Affidea Stadium, if they advance, as they are forced to look outside Scotland. In the women's game, Wales' Women's Six Nations campaign stalled with a ninth consecutive winless result following a sluggish performance against Ireland halting any perceived progress.

Cricket & Global Fixtures

South Africa bowler Shabnim Ismail has reversed her international retirement to be included in the Proteas' squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in England a major boost for the team, while England's own contingent faces fitness concerns, with bowler Issy Wong scheduled for a scan on a hamstring issue requiring clarity before selection. Bangladesh celebrated a historic achievement, securing their first-ever home Test victory over Pakistan after fast bowler Nahid Rana claimed figures of 5-40 in the decisive match. In other cricket news, former England spinner Kirsty Gordon earned a recall to the Scotland T20 World Cup squad, marking her first appearance for the national side in nearly nine years following her time away.

Tennis & Track

Iga Swiatek demonstrated commanding form at the Italian Open, dropping only a single game to dispatch Elisabetta Cocciaretto and setting up a highly anticipated fourth-round clash against Naomi Osaka in Rome's draw. American Coco Gauff successfully navigated a difficult match in Rome, fighting back from a set down to avoid an upset that could have severely hampered her French Open preparations, though she was told she must improve her performance. In administrative developments, a Florida state judge granted prosecutors access to subpoena Tiger Woods' prescription drug records as part of the ongoing proceedings related to his March DUI arrest during a recent hearing. Tragically, Ethiopian long-distance runner Yebrgual Melese died at the age of 36 after falling ill during training.

General Sports Governance & Ethics

Two separate anti-doping violations resulted in severe penalties, with former Georgia captain Merab Sharikadze receiving an 11-year ban for his involvement in a urine-swapping scheme, resulting in five teammates also facing suspensions up to six years for their roles. In a concerning finding, a UK Anti-Doping survey revealed a "concerning" number of young people are being exposed to social media advertisements promoting "life-threatening" performance-enhancing substances on a weekly basis according to the report's findings. Former England hooker Brian Moore announced he will retire his broadcast commentary microphone after 26 years of service, with his final match being the Women's Six Nations decider between England and France on Sunday.