General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: July 13, 2026, 8:32 AM ET

Tennis & Golf Wrap-Up

Jannik Sinner and returned to the No. 1 ranking, though Carlos Alcaraz looms. In the men's wheelchair singles final, top seed Tokito Oda defeated Great Britain's Alfie Hewett 6-1, 6-1, after Hewett had reached his fifth consecutive Wimbledon final. The dominance of Czech tennis was on display as Linda Noskova bested Karolina Muchova in an all-Czech women's final. Elsewhere, former tennis player Mardy Fish secured his third American Century Championship golf title, finishing ahead of NHL star Pavelski and NBA champion Curry.

World Cup Knockout Stages & European Football

With only four teams remaining, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is heading towards its conclusion. In a quarterfinal match, Switzerland forward Breel Embolo was sent off following a video review that showed he committed simulation. On the club front, Mario Saint-Supery, a standout freshman at Gonzaga, has signed with Euro League team Valencia.

UFC & Boxing Action

Max Holloway and Paddy Pimblett delivered quick wins at UFC, potentially setting them up for a future clash. Pimblett strengthened his lightweight title claim with a 52-second submission victory. However, Conor McGregor's comeback ended abruptly with an injury in the opening minute of his fight against Max Holloway, raising questions about his future in the sport. Gable Steveson debuted in the UFC with a first-round TKO win over Elisha Ellison.

NASCAR & International Rugby

Ryan Blaney emerged victorious in a dramatic three-wide, overtime finish at the weather-delayed NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta. In international rugby, Argentina provided a reality check for Wales with a 35-21 victory in San Juan. Wales prop Rhys Carre felt his team in that performance. Ireland secured a bonus-point win over Japan, with Sean Jansen marking his debut with a try. Will Jordan became New Zealand's all-time leading try-scorer with a hat-trick in their 47-17 win against Italy. Scotland fell short in a high-scoring Nations Championship match against South Africa, losing 42-28 despite scoring four tries.

Cricket & Gaelic Football Updates

In the T20 Blast, Yorkshire reached the quarter-finals, while Hampshire secured a home tie. The Blaze and Durham completed the Finals Day line-up after The Blaze defeated Somerset. India took control in the one-off Test match at Lord's, holding a 269-run lead after bowling England out for. In Gaelic football, Kerry overcame Dublin with a 2-18 to 0-20 victory in the All-Ireland SFC semi-final. Mayo manager Andy Moran felt his side were not the "finished article" despite a dominant win to reach their county's first All-Ireland SFC final in five years.

WNBA and College Basketball

The WNBA saw a record crowd of 20,996 in Montreal as Paige Bueckers scored 34 points to lead Dallas past Toronto 108-95. In a separate game, the Tempo outlasted the Liberty 93-91, a contest marked by an ejection when New York's Betnijah Laney-Hamilton threw a shoe. Head coach Cheryl Reeve indicated that All-Star Napheesa Collier's return could be imminent for a Lynx team tied atop the standings. Mike Boynton Jr. has agreed to a two-year contract to become the new head men's basketball coach at Michigan.

Commonwealth Games & Other Sports News

Team NI will feature 65 athletes at the upcoming Commonwealth Games. In cycling, Mathieu van der Poel won a shortened Tour de France stage in extreme heat, while Tim Merlier secured his second consecutive stage victory. Moto GP world champion Marc Marquez dominated to win his 10th German Moto GP. Former India coach Rahul Dravid remains open to coaching roles despite his involvement in franchise ownership. The WSOP main event was pared down to 62 players, with each guaranteed at least $150,000.

Coaching & Athlete Development

Football coaches are undergoing unconventional training, including military exercises, as part of the Football Association of Wales' Uefa pro licence course to get them out of their comfort zones. England are reportedly considering six to 10 candidates to replace Brendon McCullum as Test head coach before their series against Pakistan. The University of Michigan regents are expected to discuss an investigation into their athletic department's culture, with a decision on Athletic Director Manuel potentially imminent.

Awards & Recognition

Nominations for the 2026 ESPYS have been announced, featuring athletes like A'ja Wilson, Jalen Brunson, and Shohei Ohtani. Stats behind the nominees for Best Athlete - Women's Sports highlight A'ja Wilson, Hilary Knight, and others, while Best Athlete - Men's Sports nominees include Jalen Brunson and Lionel Messi.

MLB Draft & Future Stars

The MLB draft is here, with Kiley McDaniel providing predictions. ESPN's focus also turns to the minor leagues, highlighting the brightest stars who will take the field in the MLB Future Games.

General Sports & Player Movement

The NFL offseason continues with questions surrounding the AFC East, including whether the Bills, Jets, or Dolphins can unseat the Patriots in 2026. NHL free agency is underway, with teams making veteran additions. Conor McGregor's coach stated that his fighter's right knee was not an issue prior to UFC.