General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: June 12, 2026, 8:45 PM ET

Golf & Celebrity

Phil Mickelson’s long‑time membership at Farms Golf Club was revoked after allegations of inappropriate contact with a female employee surfaced, prompting the club to terminate his status amid growing scrutiny of celebrity conduct on the links. In a separate honours announcement, former Wales and Tottenham Hotspur star Cliff Jones was appointed an MBE in the King’s Birthday list, a recognition that follows his 1958‑1968 tenure and World Cup triumphs with Wales. BBC Sport NI presenter Stephen Watson echoed the sentiment, declaring he felt “truly honoured and humbled” after receiving an MBE for his broadcasting career, marking the first time a presenter has been so recognised.

Super League & Rugby League

Noah Hodkinson delivered a four‑try performance as Wigan Warriors thumped Wakefield Trinity 48‑10, propelling the club to fourth place in the Super League standings and setting a club record for points in a single match. Meanwhile, Leeds Rhinos weathered a Toulouse comeback to win 30‑22, securing a top‑four finish and re‑establishing their dominance in the northern competition after a narrow defeat last season. In the English Premiership, Northampton Saints edged Leicester Tigers 17‑14 in an East Midlands derby, with George Furbank scoring two tries in his final home game and sealing a place in the Premiership final for the Saints.

Fighting & Mixed‑Martial Arts

A federal judge rejected a lawsuit that claimed the UFC’s upcoming event at the White House violated American law, allowing the promotion to proceed with its Freedom 250 card on the South Lawn of the Executive Mansion. The ruling came after the UFC confirmed a custom‑built ring and a high‑profile lineup that includes several former champions, signaling the sport’s continued push into unconventional venues.

Cricket & World Cups

England opened the T20 World Cup with a 105‑not‑out century from Danni Wyatt‑Hodge, the tournament’s first century and a statement win that put the hosts in the spotlight ahead of their group matches. In the women's game, Victoria Mboko, ranked ninth in the WTA singles standings and Serena Williams’ doubles partner, withdrew from Wimbledon after an MCL injury, removing a key threat from the doubles draw and altering the seedings for the event. In Afghanistan, the ICC will discuss future funding for the women’s refugee team at its annual conference, a move that could secure continued participation for the squad that has faced logistical and financial hurdles since 2021.

American Football & Collegiate Sports

Clemson wide receiver Tristan Smith secured a temporary injunction against the NCAA, clearing him to play the 2026 season after a South Carolina judge ruled in his favour and lifted a provisional suspension that had hampered his preparations for the college football season. In the NFL, Dolphins centre Aaron Brewer signed a three‑year, $52.5 million extension, positioning him as the third‑highest paid centre in the league by average annual salary and reflecting the franchise’s commitment to solidify its offensive line for the coming years.

Motorsport & Racing

George Russell set the pace for McLaren in the first practice session at the Barcelona‑Catalunya Grand Prix, recording the fastest time by a margin of 0.009 seconds over teammate Oscar Piastri and signalling a strong start for the British duo in the season’s opener. In Formula, the governing body agreed to a two‑step engine‑design change after criticism over the new power‑unit regulations, a move aimed at restoring competitive balance and addressing concerns from teams that felt the 2024 rules were unduly restrictive.