General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: June 28, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Tennis & Golf

Wimbledon commences with Jannik Sinner tabbed as favorite to defend his title, especially with rival Carlos Alcaraz absent following a shock French Open exit. Serena Williams makes her return to singles play at the All England Club, though she admitted she needed convincing to accept the invitation, with the rigors of anti-doping protocols also nearly deterring her comeback efforts. Venus Williams expressed her excitement to team up with Serena for doubles, aiming to add to their six Wimbledon titles. Meanwhile, Madison Keys secured her third Eastbourne title by defeating Tatjana Maria, while Naomi Osaka was forced to withdraw due to injury in Germany. In golf, Nelly Korda trails leader Ina Yoon by six shots at the Women's PGA Championship, seeking a third consecutive major victory. Viktor Hovland surged to a one-shot lead over Scottie Scheffler at the Travelers Championship with a final-hole birdie on Sunday.

Cricket

The Women's T20 World Cup group stage concluded with India eliminated after a six-wicket loss to Australia, setting up a semi-final clash between England and South Africa. Ireland also achieved a historic feat, securing a 2-0 T20 series win over India, marking India's first T20 series defeat since 2023. England's preparations for their semi-final were boosted by the news that captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is undergoing a rare therapy used by NBA star Shaquille O'Neal in an effort to recover from injury. Ben Duckett's improved fitness, evidenced by a loss of "five or six" kilograms since the Ashes, was rewarded with a century in the third Test against New Zealand on Day 3. England's fitness drive is yielding results, with improved fielding standards observed at the T20 World Cup according to Alice Capsey. Hampshire Hawks extended their T20 Blast winning streak to six games with a thrilling victory over Yorkshire, while Warwickshire caused a surprise by defeating Surrey. Afghanistan's women's cricket team requested clarity from the International Cricket Council regarding their future.

Rugby Union & League

Saracens clinched a record fourth league title with an emphatic 52-14 victory over Trailfinders in their final match of the season, with Marlie Packer scoring two tries on her Saracens farewell. Defending champions Kerry survived a significant challenge to defeat Tyrone 2-25 to 0-27 and advance to the All-Ireland semi-finals after a tense quarter-final. George North concluded his illustrious 16-year career for Wales with a standout performance, scoring two tries in a 33-31 victory over the Barbarians in his farewell match. Wales' squad for the Nations Championship will be reduced to between 32 and 34 players early next week. Ireland's forwards coach Paul O'Connell reported no new injury concerns ahead of their Nations Championship opener against Australia in Sydney. In rugby league, Wakefield secured a last-gasp win against bottom-placed Huddersfield Giants in a topsy-turvy encounter. St Helens moved to fourth in Super League with a strong second-half performance against Bradford Bulls earning a 28-0 scoreline, and Wigan Warriors climbed to third after a hard-fought win over Hull at the MKM Stadium. Warrington overcame injury issues to draw level with Leeds at the top of the Super League table following a victory over Catalans this weekend.

Boxing & Combat Sports

Jaron "Boots" Ennis is looking to become undisputed champion following his title wins, with a potential fight against Vergil Ortiz Jr. on the horizon as discussed by analysts. British boxer Ellie Scotney made history as the youngest undisputed champion from the United Kingdom, a feat acknowledged by American boxer Jake Paul who fulfilled a promise. The exhibition bout between Floyd Mayweather and Mike Zambidis in Greece was called off. Separately, a planned rematch between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather has been postponed indefinitely due to contract disputes according to reports. UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall confirmed he has returned to full training and is in discussions for a potential fight after being medically cleared. Ben Whittaker marked his American debut with an impressive second-round knockout victory at Barclays Center in Brooklyn against Richard Rivera, with the British light-heavyweight citing inspiration from actor Floyd Mayweather and the sitcom "Everybody Hates Chris" in his American aspirations.

Basketball

The WNBA saw Chicago's Kamilla Cardoso set a record for field goals without a miss, scoring 30 points in a 124-94 victory. Marina Mabrey of the Toronto Tempo tied the WNBA record for most points in a game with, also matching the record for three-pointers made with nine in a 125-97 rout. Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts publicly criticized the WNBA and defended his player Alyssa Thomas after her one-game suspension for contact with Caitlin Clark during a recent matchup. Thomas was suspended for making contact with her fist to Clark's throat in their game. Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, along with coach Cheryl Reeve, were enshrined in the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, with Parker and Delle Donne stressing the league's need to better protect its players. Courtney Vandersloot, sidelined since tearing her ACL last June, is expected to make her 2026 debut for the Sky on Friday against the Fire according to sources. Michigan guard Elliot Cadeau plans to remain with the Wolverines following Dusty May's departure as confirmed by his agent. The NBA free agency period continues to see major moves, with all 30 teams still working to improve their rosters for 2026. Analysis of NBA franchises reveals spending power and potential battles to avoid the second apron across the league. The ESPYS nominees have been announced, with athletes like A'ja Wilson and Jalen Brunson in contention for awards.

Soccer & International Football

Ghana's manager Carlos Queiroz voiced strong opposition to the expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams, describing the move as potentially turning the tournament into a "vulgar, ordinary competition" as he stated. An ESPN investigation revealed that Argentina's soccer system, despite producing World Cup champions, is reportedly plagued by child exploitation and neglect according to a report released Friday. The United States men's national team aims to conclude their 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage campaign undefeated as they face their final opponent. The Paris Diamond League athletics meeting will proceed with a reduced format due to extreme heat in France affecting outdoor events.

Other Sports

Former England fast bowler Liam Plunkett has transitioned to professional baseball, making his debut for a minor league team in the United States after trading cricket. Great Britain's rowers achieved significant success, winning six gold medals at the final World Cup regatta of the season in Lucerne, Switzerland. Motorsport Ireland driver Josh McErlean achieved his best World Rally Championship finish, securing fourth place at Rally Greece, where Sebastien Ogier claimed the victory in the challenging terrain. Zizou Bergs became the first Belgian man to win a grass-court title, claiming his maiden ATP Tour title in Eastbourne after a strong performance. Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson has been released from hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest while running in the United States last week. Scotland's Laura Muir plans to compete in the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as she prepares for major events up to the 2028 Olympics with a focus on strength. Josh Kerr is targeting the mile world record at the London Diamond League meeting on July 18, utilizing speed suits and altitude rooms in his training regimen. Britain's Tobi Lawal aims for NBA success after being drafted, stating he will "live" in the gym to establish himself in the league following his selection. Lizzie Deignan returns to the Great Britain cycling team in a sporting director role, tasked with supporting the road squad through to the LA Olympics in a crucial capacity. Megan Barker reclaimed her British elite women's circuit race title, leading an all-Welsh podium at the National Road Championships this weekend. Zoe Backstedt successfully defended her British national elite women's time trial title at the 2026 championships.