General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: May 24, 2026, 2:55 PM ET

US Soccer & World Cup Roster Coach Mauricio Pochettino finalized the 26‑man squad ahead of the Qatar World Cup, confirming attacking midfielder Gio Reyna while omitting forward Giovanni Luna. The selection keeps Reyna’s 2023‑24 season momentum intact and reflects Pochettino’s intent to blend youth with experience as the United States prepares for its group‑stage opener.

MMA & Boxing Crossovers Former NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel made a splash in his debut, stopping influencer Bob Menery in the first round and declaring the bout “good enough.” Across the ring, heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk retained his titles against Rico Verhoeven, prompting analysts to debate his next challenger as the division looks for a marquee opponent. Both events underscore the growing appeal of crossover fights in combat‑sports viewership.

European Football & French Open Turmoil The French Open entered its second week with a surge of off‑court drama; top players agreed to pause protests once the tournament began, easing tensions over revenue sharing. Meanwhile, Ukrainian teenager Marta Kostyuk disclosed a missile strike that landed within 100 metres of her parents’ Kyiv home just hours before her match highlighting the personal risks athletes face. In men’s tennis, experts projected Jannik Sinner as the favorite after Carlos Alcaraz’s withdrawal, while Britain’s Cameron Norrie suffered a rib injury that disrupted his preparation.

Giro d’Italia Drama Norwegian rider Fredrik Dversnes claimed stage 15 after Milan’s final lap was neutralised following rider complaints about hazardous conditions. Earlier, Italian climber Alberto Bettiol secured stage 13 with a decisive acceleration on the lake‑region ascent, tightening the overall classification ahead of the upcoming mountain stages.

Rugby Union Highlights Leinster’s coach Leo Cullen warned that his side faces a serious challenge in the Champions Cup final against Bordeaux, a club that rose from bankruptcy to contest back‑to‑back titles. In the Super League, Catalans Dragons racked up six tries in a 36‑22 victory over York Knights, while Leeds reclaimed the league lead by thrashing Huddersfield with nine tries, signaling a shift in the competition’s power balance.

Cricket & T20 Action England’s women’s and men’s 3x3 basketball squads secured Commonwealth Games berths, while the men’s cricket series in Canterbury saw England edge New Zealand in the second T20, extending the series lead. In domestic cricket, Gloucestershire snapped a two‑day streak with a last‑ball boundary win over Glamorgan, and Somerset defended their T20 Blast title by replicating the previous season’s triumph over Hampshire, reinforcing their dominance in the short‑format circuit.

NBA & Free Agency Outlook Veteran point guard Victor Wembanyama continued to defy age expectations, while free‑agent analyst Bobby Marks ranked the top offers for 20 players, beginning with the league’s all‑time leading scorer. In the WNBA, Sabrina Ionescu planned a season debut for the Liberty against the Wings, adding veteran firepower as the team chases a playoff spot.

Motorsports & Formula 1 Tensions NASCAR chief Steve O’Donnell lauded Kyle Busch as a rebellious icon, coinciding with RCR’s decision to suspend the No. 8 car until driver Kyle Busch’s son is ready, reflecting the sport’s family‑centric narratives. In Formula, Max Verstappen re‑asserted his intent to stay if engine‑rule changes proceed, while he threatened to quit should the regulations be blocked, highlighting the high‑stakes negotiation between drivers and the governing body.