General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: June 28, 2026, 11:34 PM ET

NBA & WNBA

The Phoenix Suns have acquired Miles Bridges in a trade with the Charlotte Hornets, sending Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and a 2033 first-round pick to Charlotte in exchange for Bridges, a 2029 first, and a second-round selection Suns land Bridges. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Lynx's Cheryl Reeve tied the WNBA coaching wins record with her 379th victory, a 85-77 defeat of the Dallas Wings. In a record-tying quadruple-overtime thriller, the Washington Mystics edged out the Portland Fire 124-123, with Sonia Citron scoring a career-high 32 points Mystics outlast Fire. The Mercury's Nate Tibbetts publicly criticized the WNBA following Alyssa Thomas' suspension, defending his star player after an incident involving Caitlin Clark Tibbetts rips WNBA. Hall of Fame inductions saw Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, and Cheryl Reeve enshrined, with Parker and Delle Donne emphasizing the league's need to protect its players Parker, Delle Donne enter. Kamilla Cardoso set a WNBA record for consecutive field goals made without a miss, going 13-for-13 as she poured in 30 points for the Chicago Sky in their 124-94 win Cardoso sets mark.

Tennis

Serena Williams' highly anticipated return to Wimbledon singles play is set for Tuesday, marking her first appearance at the grass-court Grand Slam in four years Serena Williams' return. Williams has expressed frustration with the anti-doping system, calling it "unprofessional" and "unreasonable" ahead of her comeback Serena chides anti-doping. She admitted that she had to "talk herself into" accepting the invitation to play singles at Wimbledon talk self into return. Despite her return, Williams is considered a long shot by oddsmakers to win the title, while Jannik Sinner is the firm favorite to defend his men's crown long shot; Sinner favored. Sinner, who aims to dominate Wimbledon again after a surprising early exit at the French Open, is strongly favored to retain his title with rival Carlos Alcaraz absent Sinner sets out dominate. Experts are divided on potential winners, with discussions about whether an American can claim the women's title and if Novak Djokovic can achieve an improbable victory Wimbledon experts' picks. Madison Keys secured her third Eastbourne title with a 7-5, 6-4 win over Tatjana Maria, while Naomi Osaka was forced to retire due to injury in Germany Keys wins Eastbourne title.

Golf

Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland will head to a sudden-death playoff at the rain-delayed Travelers Championship on Monday Scheffler, Hovland set playoff. Hovland birdied the 18th hole to take a one-shot lead over Scheffler, who bogeyed the final hole Hovland birdies 18. Nelly Korda sits six shots behind leader Ina Yoon at the halfway point of the Women's PGA Championship as she pursues her third consecutive major title Korda six behind Yoon.

Motorsport & Cycling

Shane van Gisbergen continued his dominance on road and street courses, securing his second consecutive Cup Series victory at Sonoma Raceway King Road. In Moto GP, Ai Ogura claimed his maiden race win after Marco Bezzecchi crashed and was taken to the hospital Ogura wins maiden MotoGP. Sebastien Ogier won the Rally Greece, while Irish driver Josh McErlean achieved his best World Rally Championship finish in fourth place Ogier wins Greece. In cycling, Georgia Hunter Bell earned her second Diamond League victory of the season in the women's 1500m in Paris, though the event format was reduced due to extreme heat Hunter Bell triumphs again. Great Britain's rowers had a successful World Cup regatta in Lucerne, securing six gold medals GB rowers win six. Lizzie Deignan is returning to British cycling as a sporting director, a role she will hold through the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics take sporting director role.

Cricket

Ireland's historic weekend continued with a stunning two-run victory over India, marking their first T20 series defeat of the reigning champions since 2023 Ireland clinch shock T20. India-born bowler Jai Moondra called the win against the world champions a "dream come true" India-born Moondra realises dream. The Irish men's and women's teams both made history with victories over India and the West Indies, prompting questions about whether it was the biggest weekend in Irish cricket history Historic weekend Irish cricket. Ben Duckett's improved fitness, with a weight loss of "five or six" kilograms since the Ashes, contributed to his century for England against New Zealand Fitter Duckett got back. England's men finished second in their FIH Pro League campaign after a penalty shootout loss to India, while the women avoided relegation England men miss title. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is undergoing a rare treatment, previously used by NBA star Shaquille O'Neal, in hopes of recovering from injury for the T20 World Cup semi-final England hope rare therapy. Afghanistan's women's cricket team has called on the ICC for clarity regarding their future Afghan women ask ICC.

Rugby Union & League

George North concluded his illustrious 16-year career with two tries in Wales' 33-31 victory over the Barbarians North signs off style. Wales are set to reduce their squad for the upcoming Nations Championship to between 32 and 34 players Wales to reduce squad. Ireland's forwards coach Paul O'Connell confirmed no new injury concerns ahead of their Nations Championship opener against Australia further injuries Ireland. Angus Bell is prepared to face his former Ulster teammates, whom he considers "friends for life," when Australia plays Ireland on July 4 Bell ready reunion. In rugby league, Kent stunned Hampshire in the T20 Blast with half-centuries from Daniel Bell-Drummond and Sam Billings Kent stun Hants. Hampshire extended their lead at the top of the Women's T20 table, while The Blaze moved into second place Hants extend lead. Warwickshire provided a significant upset in the Women's T20 Blast by defeating Surrey Warwickshire stun Surrey. St Helens moved to fourth in Super League after scoring 28 unanswered second-half points against Bradford St Helens go fourth. Leeds continued their strong form, with Maika Sivo scoring two tries to bring his season tally to 27 in a dominant win over Hull KR Sivo spree continues. Wakefield secured a last-gasp victory over bottom-placed Huddersfield Giants Wakefield scramble win. Wigan Warriors climbed to third in Super League after coming from behind to defeat Hull Wigan fight back. Saracens secured a record fourth league title with a 52-14 victory over Trailfinders in their final match, featuring two tries from Marlie Packer Saracens win record title.

Soccer & International Football

Ghana manager Carlos Queiroz has voiced strong opposition to the expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams, warning it would turn the competition into a "vulgar, ordinary competition" Ghana boss fears 48-team. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been extensively traveling to World Cup host nations via private jet FIFA president clocks up miles. An ESPN investigation revealed that the Argentine soccer system, despite producing World Cup champions, is reportedly rife with child exploitation and neglect Argentina's soccer system rife.

Other Sports

American swimmer Gretchen Walsh broke the world record in the women's 50-meter freestyle, surpassing the mark set by her training partner Kate Douglass just nine days prior Walsh tops freestyle world. Five-star wide receiver Eric McFarland, ranked third nationally by ESPN for the Class of 2027, committed to Texas A&M No. 3 WR commits. Alabama's 2027 recruiting class received a boost with the commitment of four-star receiver Osani Gayles ESPN 300 wideout Gayles. Boxing contenders Jaron "Boots" Ennis and Xander Zayas are set for a title fight, with former champions and analysts offering predictions Zayas vs. Ennis fight. The rematch between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather has been indefinitely postponed due to contract disputes Pacquiao Mayweather rematch postponed. British light-heavyweight Ben Whittaker is aiming to break into the American market, drawing inspiration from Floyd Mayweather and the TV show "Everybody Hates Chris" Whittaker's American dream. Olympian Jenny Simpson was released from the hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest while running Olympian Simpson leaves hospital. Former England fast bowler Liam Plunkett has transitioned to professional baseball, making his debut in the United States Ex-England bowler makes baseball.