General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: July 15, 2026, 8:31 AM ET

Golf's Open Championship and Major Events

The R&A is "pretty close" to bringing the Open Championship to Portmarnock Golf Club in Dublin, according to chief executive Mark Darbon. Darbon also indicated that any decision on changing the Open's final round timings to avoid a clash with England's potential World Cup semi-final run will be made in "the next 48 hours" and will be "subtle" made in the next 48 hours. Meanwhile, Scotland's Robert Mac Intyre believes he is a significantly improved golfer heading into his next Open Championship appearance, stating, "I have a chance". For fans looking to engage with the event, a personality quiz is available to discover which male golfer they are most like. Matt Fitzpatrick has voiced concerns that sports betting is contributing to the personal abuse directed at golfers.

Soccer and International Football News

Sunderland has signed experienced Belgian defender Thomas Meunier after his contract with Lille ended signs for Sunderland. In international play, Switzerland forward Breel Embolo was sent off after a video review showed he committed simulation in a World Cup quarterfinal match against Argentina. Spain's World Cup camp has fostered a powerful "all for one" mentality as they prepare to face France, with winger Lamine Yamal's comments about France not being a sign of disrespect, according to Jules Koundé not a sign of disrespect. The Football Association of Wales' Uefa pro licence course takes coaches out of their comfort zone with military training, including experiences with kidnappings and invasions. England's Under-20 flanker Seb Kelly was sent off for a headbutt, ending his team's hopes of regaining the age-grade world title is sent off. Mary Coleman, a former Blue, has earned her first call-up for England's summer Test in France on 25 July.

Basketball and WNBA Updates

The Indiana Fever are "running hot" in the WNBA standings, moving up to No. 4 with Kelsey Mitchell posting her sixth straight game with 25 points or more, while Golden State holds the top spot. Minnesota rookie Olivia Miles scored a career-high 33 points in a Lynx win, becoming the first WNBA player to reach 400 points, 100 rebounds, and 100 assists in just 22 career games. Wings star Paige Bueckers has called out the lack of Black women head coaches in the WNBA, stating they deserve "the same equal opportunity" to coach. The Tempo outlasted the Liberty 93-91 in a game that saw New York's Betnijah Laney-Hamilton ejected for tossing a shoe that hit Toronto's Marina Mabrey was ejected. Raegan Pebley is out as the Sparks' general manager after two and a half years is out. Beginning with next year's tournament, the top 16 teams in the NCAA women's basketball tournament will be placed in the bracket based on their true ranking, irrespective of conference affiliation will be placed in the bracket. Eleven Division I athletes have filed a federal class action lawsuit alleging that the NCAA's new eligibility rules have adversely affected them have filed a federal class action lawsuit. Lagerald Vick, a member of the Kansas Jayhawks' 2018 Final Four team, has been charged with attempted first-degree murder in Tennessee has been charged.

Rugby Union and International Rugby

Scotland forwards coach John Dalziel stated that Scotland has had enough of praise without results as they prepare for a Fiji backlash at Murrayfield has had enough of praise. Utility back Marcus Smith said England still has plenty to improve on despite an 11-try win over Fiji still have plenty to improve on. Ireland assistant coach Andrew Goodman confirmed that Rob Baloucoune and Jeremy Loughman are fit for Saturday's Nations Championship match against New Zealand at Eden Park are fit. New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie acknowledged Ireland's ability ahead of their match, saying his side is "well aware of Ireland's ability" is well aware. Try-scoring prop Rhys Carre feels Wales took a "step back" with their performance in a loss against Argentina in the Nations Championship. Scrum-half Raffi Quirke has been called into the England squad for their Nations Championship match against Argentina is called into the England squad. Conor Murray described Eden Park as a "daunting" venue but believes there is a "small 1%" that might help Ireland against the All Blacks on Saturday is a daunting venue. All four Welsh regions have signed the Professional Rugby Agreement, but uncertainty remains as the deal expires in June 2028 have signed the Professional Rugby Agreement. Dewi Lake is set to miss his first game under Steve Tandy when Wales face South Africa in the Nations Championship on Saturday is set to miss. England's young stars Henry Pollock and Noah Caluori are targeting starting for their country after scoring tries in a dominant win over Fiji are targeting starting.

Other Sports and Athlete News

Double Olympic champion Sunisa Lee announced "I'm back" in an Instagram post, marking her return to competition after a two-year absence since the Paris 2024 Olympics. Britain's Michael 'Venom' Page will face Nursulton Ruziboev in a middleweight bout at UFC Paris on September 5 will face. Former England captain Ben Stokes is scheduled to play for Durham against Derbyshire in the One-Day Cup next week, marking his first game since retiring from international cricket is set to play. Max Whitlock, a three-time Olympic gold medallist, has withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow due to a hand injury sustained in training. Team NI heptathlete Kate O'Connor discussed her relationship with her father, Michael, who is also her coach. Seven-time Moto GP world champion Marc Marquez secured his 10th German Moto GP victory with a dominant performance at the Sachsenring.

American Sports and Player Recognition

Hilton Grand Vacations has fired a man who allegedly sent a racist message to Aces guard Chelsea Gray on social media has fired a man. Ja'Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson are among the top wide receivers being evaluated, with analysts debating who holds the No. 1 spot and which teams boast the best WR1 and WR2 duos. Jordan Walker hit home runs on his last six swings to win the Home Run Derby, becoming the first Cardinal to achieve this feat. Ryan Blaney won the weather-delayed NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta in overtime after a three-wide battle on the final lap emerged from a three-wide battle. Former tennis player Mardy Fish captured his third American Century Championship title in Tahoe, finishing ahead of notable athletes like Pavelski and Curry. Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel is defending his tenure and has stated he does not wish to leave the school. The University of Michigan regents are expected to discuss an investigation into the athletic department's culture on Thursday, with a decision on AD Manuel's future anticipated.

Other Notable Sports News

The 2026 Open Championship is a focus for golf experts and bettors, with discussions on potential winners and value bets. The PLL Power Rankings ahead of Week 9 see the Waterdogs taking a prominent position, with Philadelphia emerging as the team to beat this season. The Sports Humanitarian Awards, ESPYS, Fanatics Fest, and the World Cup final are converging on New York City, turning the "Big Apple" into a global sports hub. The World Series of Poker main event final table has been set, with nine players competing for a $10 million first prize. Scottie Scheffler is preparing for the 154th Open Championship following a rare weekend off, having missed the cut at the Scottish Open, which ended his streak of 78 consecutive PGA Tour starts missed the cut. Josh Kerr's world record mile attempt is confirmed for the Diamond League Series event in London on Saturday.