General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: July 18, 2026, 2:31 PM ET

Athletics and Golf Shine at London Diamond League and The Open

Keely Hodgkinson at the London Diamond League, overcoming a "tough couple of weeks" to secure a victory. Meanwhile, the Open Championship has seen remarkable scoring, with Ryan Fox by shooting a 62. This was the third 62 of the tournament, as Jackson Suber to stay in contention. Rory McIlroy in his opening round but managed to make the cut. Jon Rahm for throwing a club.

Rugby Union Sees Nations Championship Clashes and Player Movements

South Africa cruised to a seven-try bonus-point victory over Wales in the Nations Championship. Scotland secured hard-fought against Fiji, with Gregor Townsend unconcerned by another high-scoring game as long as Scotland came out on top. Wales are in their final match against South Africa. In player news, Scotland flanker Hamish Watson has signed for French club Castres after leaving Edinburgh. Scarlets have also.

Tour de France Continues with Dominant Performances

Tadej Pogacar in the Tour de France with another dominant victory on a mountainous stage. Britain's Tom Pidcock in the general classification after Switzerland's Mauro Schmid won stage 13 from a breakaway.

Nations Championship and Rugby League Updates

Scotland overpowered Fiji in a pulsating Nations Championship battle at Murrayfield, securing a bonus-point victory. Ireland have suffered another setback, losing six games in a row against New Zealand, France, and South Africa after a six-try defeat to the All Blacks. In Super League, Warrington Wolves reigning champions Hull KR, with Matty Ashton scoring his 100th try. Wakefield Trinity in the Super League table after a gritty win over Bradford Bulls.

WNBA Stars Light Up the League

Caitlin Clark by becoming the first player to record over 40 points and 10 assists in the Indiana Fever's victory over the Seattle Storm. Clark later expressed frustration over a missed call in the Fever's loss to the Valkyries, stating she was. The Indiana Fever, moving up to No. 4 in the WNBA Power Rankings. WNBA commissioner Adam Silver commented that the debate surrounding Caitlin Clark.

College Football Recruiting and Team Outlooks

The top college football recruits are being ranked, with a focus on underclassmen. Monshun Sales, a top-20 overall recruit and five-star receiver in the 2027 cycle, has committed to Indiana. Texas has landed Jayla Forbes, the No. 13 player and second-ranked post in the 2027 class, committing to the Longhorns. NC State coach CJ Bailey believes his quarterback. Bill Belichick expressed optimism about North Carolina's football program, stating they are "way ahead" of where they were a year ago.

Cricket News: T20 Blast Finals and ODI Series

Northamptonshire Steelbacks by 17 runs to reach the T20 Blast final. Familiar faces, including Liam Dawson and Tom Banton after being released from the England ODI squad. Somerset, Northants Steelbacks, Notts Outlaws, and Hampshire Hawks have all reached the T20 Blast semi-finals. In ODI action, the West Indies over Ireland. The World Cricketers' Association has expressed concern about the changes to the men's 50-over World Cup format.

Other Sports News and Notes

Former UFC fighter Ben Askren is set to compete in a wrestling match a year after a near-death experience. Female tennis players in 2025. Jak Jones in snooker, defeating David Gilbert. Swansea City midfielder Goncalo Franco faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to an ankle ligament injury. Former Bristol lock Chris Vui for a contested doping violation. French tennis player Samuel Bensoussan's.