General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: June 23, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Baseball & College Sports

The Oklahoma Sooners secured their third Men's College World Series title in an improbable run, capping their season with a victory over North Carolina. The Sooners capitalized on pitching struggles from the Tar Heels in the decisive Game, with LJ Mercurius delivering a clutch bullpen performance to seal the championship. North Carolina had previously forced a winner-take-all game, with tears shed as the team rallied in Omaha prior to the final game.

Tennis

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has been suspended for four years for refusing an anti-doping test. The decision, announced Monday, has sparked controversy. Vondrousova was initially banned for refusing a test in December 2025. In other tennis news, Jack Draper made a successful return to competitive play after a two-month layoff, describing his win as "ugly" and drawing inspiration from his new coach, Sir Andy Murray who discussed his return to coaching. Draper also commented on his recent injury struggles, stating they felt like "watching your decline" but he doesn't envision his career being solely defined by injuries. Meanwhile, Dan Evans stated that missing a Wimbledon main-draw wildcard has not increased his motivation for qualifying.

Golf

Wyndham Clark claimed his second U.S. Open title at Shinnecock Hills, weathering challenges from the course and the crowd. Clark entered the final round with a six-shot lead and maintained his composure to secure the victory despite a shaky game at times. World number one Scottie Scheffler was among those six shots back heading into the final day, playing in the final group with Clark but ultimately being unable to close the gap. Rory McIlroy, meanwhile, stated that the Shinnecock Hills course "won the battle over me" after finishing six over par in the tournament.

Boxing & Combat Sports

Lewis Crocker will defend his IBF welterweight world title against Liam Paro in Brisbane, with both fighters aware of the significant rewards at stake. In a tense press conference, Filip Hrgovic suggested that British heavyweight Moses Itauma has been handed opportunities on a "plate" regarding his career progression. Former IBF featherweight champion Lee Selby has explained his decision to transition into bareknuckle boxing citing his reasons for the move. Melissa Mullins, a British UFC fighter, suffered a loss in her return to the octagon in Las Vegas against Bia Mesquita.

Basketball

Free agent guard Ayo Dosunmu is reportedly set to sign a five-year, $112 million contract to return to the Minnesota Timberwolves, with a player option in the fifth season. Nneka Ogwumike hit a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer to lift the Sparks over the Liberty in a rematch of the inaugural WNBA game. The Dallas Wings exploded for a season-high 36 fourth-quarter points to rally from a 15-point deficit and stun the Chicago Sky in a 93-92 victory.

Motorsport

Questions persist around Pierre Gasly's recent podium finish, with analysis suggesting it could open a "can of worms" ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix. Marc Marquez secured victory at the Czech Grand Prix, while championship leader Marco Bezzecchi served a one-race suspension and was unable to compete.

Rugby Union

Northampton Saints secured their third English title by defeating Exeter Chiefs in a compelling Premiership final. The club's success, winning two titles in three seasons, raises questions about whether they are building a dynasty and could become one of English rugby's greats. Leo Cullen is set to depart his role as Leinster head coach at the end of the next season. Ireland captain Caelan Doris will miss upcoming matches against Australia, Japan, and New Zealand due to a foot injury ruling him out of the Nations Championship. Ardie Savea has been named the new All Blacks captain in Dave Rennie's first squad announcement which also includes a first call-up for Fehi Fineanganofo.

Cricket

England's cricket team faces significant questions following a difficult fortnight, culminating in a heavy 253-run defeat to New Zealand in the second Test at The Oval. The team's struggles led to players receiving low ratings, with some scoring as low as 3/10 in the aftermath of the loss. Dropped captain Ben Stokes, however, scored 95 for Durham against Northamptonshire while the national side appeared headed for defeat. England coach Brendon McCullum welcomed Stokes' return as captain for the deciding Test against New Zealand following the series setback. Josh Tongue admitted England has missed their absent captain during the series thus far. In the Women's T20 World Cup, England's batting performance sparkled in a 38-run victory over Scotland, bringing them closer to a semi-final berth. Marizanne Kapp's 81 runs led South Africa to a six-wicket win over India keeping their World Cup hopes alive. Beth Mooney retired hurt after scoring a half-century as Australia recorded a comfortable 98-run victory over the Netherlands maintaining their unbeaten tournament run. Kieron Pollard has broken Chris Gayle's record as the all-time leading run-scorer in T20 cricket.

Other Sports News

WWE Night of Champions is scheduled for Saturday at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. Gareth Bale is exploring opportunities in the business side of sport, with aspirations to potentially become a club owner explaining his transition from player to investor. Former world champion Kyren Wilson was burgled while competing in a snooker event in Leicester. Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn is targeting a home medal at the Glasgow 2026 Games despite his ongoing battle with inoperable brain tumours. The US Open is being urged to remain vigilant against unruly behavior both on and off the course following recent incidents. In horse racing, four meetings were abandoned due to extreme heat warnings. Serena Williams will return to singles action at Wimbledon as a wildcard making a surprise comeback. The group stages of the Women's T20 World Cup are entering their final week, with teams vying for semi-final qualification and specific scenarios are laid out. Ireland's Lorcan Tucker has been named permanent T20I captain as the squad faces an injury-hit period. The Rugby Football Union is considering moving Premiership Rugby play-offs to a neutral venue starting from the 2029-2030 season indicating a significant shift in the competition format.