General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: July 4, 2026, 8:35 AM ET

Formula 1 & Motorsports

Kimi Antonelli secured a victory in the British Grand Prix sprint race at Silverstone, overtaking Lewis Hamilton in a thrilling contest. Earlier, Hamilton had set the pace in practice, topping the timesheets before sprint qualifying as Silverstone presented a different challenge with the new generation of cars according to the Ferrari driver. Meanwhile, the tragic news emerged of Irish rider James Walsh's death following an accident at the Tandragee 100 road race on Saturday as the motorsport world mourned the loss.

Rugby Union

The inaugural Nations Championship kicked off with a dramatic nine-try affair in Christchurch, where the All Blacks defeated France thanks to a brace from Will Jordan. In Cardiff, Wales navigated a turbulent week of off-field disruptions to begin their campaign against Fiji with head coach Steve Tandy pleased the pay dispute with the Welsh Rugby Union had been resolved prior to kickoff. Fiji, aiming to make Cardiff feel like home, will face Wales in a match that recalls six iconic moments from their rivalry as BBC Sport looks back. Elsewhere, Scotland faces a daunting summer schedule with away fixtures against Argentina and South Africa before hosting Fiji in a demanding Nations Championship. Finn Russell will not play for Scotland against Argentina, but Jonny Gray returns as the team prepares for their opening match. Wales also sees wing changes for their opener, with Rees-Zammit reverting to the wing for the Fiji Test after the squad dispute's resolution.

Tennis

Wimbledon continued with Novak Djokovic equaling Roger Federer's record of 105 men's singles match wins at the tournament by defeating Arthur Rinderknech. Qualifier Roman Safiullin and Shintaro Mochizuki are aiming for further upsets after dispatching higher seeds, setting their sights on facing title contenders Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner as they eye more shock wins. Iga Swiatek, the defending champion, reached the third round with a straight-sets victory over Karolina Pliskova after receiving an A+ from Martina Navratilova, though she marked herself down. Taylor Fritz also advanced to the third round with a commanding performance against compatriot Patrick Kypson. Grigor Dimitrov continued his emotional return to Wimbledon, reaching the third round by defeating Jakub Mensik following his tearful exit last year. Amanda Anisimova rallied behind 20 aces to avoid an upset, saving three in a deciding tiebreaker to defeat Sofia Kenin and reach the third round. Meanwhile, Serena Williams' return to singles play saw her suffer a knee injury against Harmony Tan, casting doubt on her participation in the women's doubles as the network recorded its largest audience for a Day. Nick Kyrgios's return to Wimbledon ended in defeat in the men's doubles, where he swore at an umpire and indicated he did not care about potential fines as his partnership concluded.

Cricket

England's women's T20 World Cup final appearance against Australia is imminent, with questions surrounding England's mental approach to facing their rivals as BBC Sport examines the psychological challenges. England's fielding woes have been addressed through hard work and a distinctive "sparkly jacket," enabling them to reach the final after overcoming previous weaknesses. Glamorgan women secured their place in the T20 Blast League Two final with an emphatic 78-run victory over Middlesex at their home ground. In the men's T20 Blast, Notts Outlaws maintained their top position in the North Group by narrowly defeating Lancashire thanks to Olly Stone's final over heroics. Northamptonshire Steelbacks also preserved their perfect record in the T20 Blast, defeating Gloucestershire at Bristol as the team continues its winning streak. England's T20 series against India was marred by rain, with the first match abandoned leaving the team frustrated.

WNBA

Caitlin Clark condemned the negative attention directed at her, the Indiana Fever, and opposing WNBA players as the league faces scrutiny. Angel Reese expressed her displeasure that the Eastern Conference-leading Atlanta Dream had no starters selected for the WNBA All-Star Game, calling the decision "disrespectful" as player selections spark debate. Power rankings saw the Lynx ascend to the No. 1 spot, while the Valkyries also made gains, and the Dream dropped from the top position as the league's dynamics shift. The debate continues over which players deserve to be the starting five for the WNBA All-Star Game as the July 25th event in Chicago approaches.

Boxing

The state of professional boxing is being debated, with a Mexican contender and an American prospect signaling the sport's continued vitality as ESPN's analysis suggests boxing will endure. Andreas Hale and Nick Parkinson have shared their selections for the best of boxing in the first half of 2026 as they identify standout fighters and moments. Jaron "Boots" Ennis has climbed to one spot on ESPN's pound-for-pound rankings after becoming a two-division champion as the latest rankings are released.

Cycling

Tadej Pogacar is aiming for a fifth Tour de France title, with his rivals facing the challenge of dislodging him as the race begins in Barcelona as his new hairstyle draws comparisons to Eminem. Chris Froome, a four-time winner of the Tour de France, has announced his retirement from professional cycling bringing an end to an illustrious career. Biniam Girmay, backed by a World Cup winner, is targeting a return to his past glories and the green jersey two years after making history as he aims for success with his new team.

American Football

Expectations are high for Chop Robinson in the upcoming season, with the Miami Dolphins placing significant hopes on his performance as the team anticipates his impact. Jayden Daniels is mentioned among "red flag" players, suggesting potential concerns as talent evaluation continues.

College Sports

Ohio State has added another recruit to its pipeline, securing wide receiver Jett Harrison, the younger brother of former All-American Marvin Harrison Jr., for their 2028 class as the Buckeyes continue to build their roster. The latest ESPN 300 rankings for the SC Next class show significant movement among quarterbacks, with a new five-star player boosting Texas A&M's recruitment class as positional rankings are updated. Michigan has dropped out of the top three in the Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings, with minimal movement elsewhere as teams prepare for the upcoming season.

Golf

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his intention to visit the Irish Open golf tournament at his Doonbeg resort in county Clare in September as the event approaches.

Soccer

Mexico is implementing enhanced security measures, including crowd caps, at the "Angel of Independence" monument and the fan festival in Mexico City for Sunday's World Cup match against England, following recent fan fatalities as authorities aim to prevent further incidents. Mikel Oyarzabal, while not the most prominent name in Spain's World Cup squad, has been a standout performer so far as the tournament progresses.

Baseball

The World Series of Poker main event is underway in Las Vegas as the 2026 edition commences. ESPN's college football staff have spent months debating and ranking the best player ever to wear each jersey number as historical player evaluations are compiled. Fantasy baseball takeaways include the return of Bednar to close for the Yankees as team transactions are analyzed.

Other Sports News

Joey Chestnut is preparing for his 18th appearance at the Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest, an event defined by his dominance and impressive calorie intake as the competition nears. The 2026 World Series of Poker main event is beginning, with updates on chip leaders as the prestigious tournament unfolds. Arthur Fery, the sole British male singles player remaining at Wimbledon, is set to face Zizou Bergs in the third round as his Wimbledon run continues. Swimmers are breaking records, with Bethany Firth setting a new S14 100m backstroke world record at the Dutch National Championships as her performance in Eindhoven earns accolades. Wales' men's hockey team is launching a crowdfunding campaign to raise £40,000 for their Hockey World Cup bid as the team seeks financial support. The Welsh Sports Hall of Fame is set to honor former Wales and Lions centre Ray Gravell as his induction into the hall of fame is announced. Team Scotland has received its official kit for the Commonwealth Games, looking the part as they prepare for the event as they receive their kitting and other items. The Super League Magic Weekend's relocation to Hill Dickinson Stadium has drawn praise from Wigan and St Helens coaches Matt Peet and Paul Rowley as the event's move is welcomed.