General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: July 25, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Commonwealth Games Kick Off in Glasgow with Early Medal Hauls

The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow officially commenced with a unique opening ceremony featuring King Charles III emerging from a Tardis. Scotland got off to a fast start, securing three swimming medals within 45 minutes. Teenage para-swimmer Ela Letton-Jones delivered the first medal for Team Wales, a silver in the pool. Duncan Scott thrilled the home crowd with a gold medal swim for Scotland. Chad le Clos to become the most decorated male athlete in Commonwealth Games history. Rhys McClenaghan reflected on his qualifying session for the pommel horse final. England gymnast Gabriel Langton's horror fall overshadowed his team's silver medal in the team event. Sean McCann, brother of Madeleine McCann, will compete for Scotland in swimming, while Astrid and Ursula Carroll in the swimming events for Scotland and England respectively. Matt Richards hopes to complete his major medal collection with a Commonwealth gold. Katherine Sciver-Brunt will miss the first two matches of The Hundred due to workload management. England's Katarina Johnson-Thompson and Asher-Smith have withdrawn from the Games due to injury. England's Natalie Metcalf of the netball squad. Jon McConnell and Kaci Rock, boxers for Team Northern Ireland, chose the Commonwealth Games over a potential appearance on Love Island. Five Northern Ireland boxers from securing a medal. Mohammed 'Chico' Qureshi will represent Pakistan in bowls. Alex Marshall and Sarah Adlington will carry the Scottish flag at the opening ceremony. Rosie Eccles and Daniel Salmon have been named as Team Wales' flag and baton bearers. Tonga will make their Commonwealth Games netball debut against Australia.

WNBA Season Heats Up with All-Star Buzz and League Discussions

Former President Barack Obama made a surprise visit to the WNBA All-Stars, expressing his fandom and taking photos with players like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. The WNBA All-Star game received an A+ grade, with accolades for the first rookie to win the 3-point contest. WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike stated that the union and league are working to rebuild trust following positive talks regarding player harassment. Joint meetings between the WNBA and players' association addressed issues including racist and abusive messages directed at players. Indiana Fever guard Brianna Turner revealed that her former team fired a male employee last season for sexual harassment. Fever guard Caitlin Clark is nearing a one-game suspension after receiving her seventh technical foul. Sophie Cunningham has emerged as a notable player for the Fever, despite not having a starting role. Napheesa Collier's impending return to the WNBA is expected to impact the Minnesota Lynx. Stakeholders are questioning whether Engelbert is the right leader for the WNBA's future, citing concerns about his approach being "defensive," "dismissive," and "condescending."

Tennis Stars Withdraw, Cyclists Race, and Boxers Prepare for Fights

Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic have withdrawn from the Canadian Open, prompting the tournament director to call for changes to the players' demanding schedule. Tadej Pogacar is on the verge of winning his fifth Tour de France after a victory on stage 19 to Alpe d'Huez. Richard Carapaz won stage 18 of the Tour de France, while Pogacar's team experienced sickness. Jasper Philipsen secured the win on stage 17 of the Tour de France. Anti-doping tests at the Tour de France are under scrutiny due to night-time testing procedures. Zoe Backstedt will make her Tour de France Femmes debut. Errol Spence Jr. and Tim Tszyu's middleweight fight is being analyzed by trainers and former champions for predictions. Boxer Jai Opetaia is suing the IBF to reclaim his cruiserweight world title. Anthony Joshua is embracing the spotlight ahead of his comeback fight. Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua's potential bout hinges on a 24-hour period.

Gridiron Football and Basketball News: Recruiting, Predictions, and Rule Changes

Recruiting developments from the summer calendar are being assessed, with a focus on what comes next. USC is projected to make the College Football Playoff in simulations, while Georgia is out. Texas QB Arch Manning has focused on health and leadership during the offseason. Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer called the starting quarterback competition between Keelon Russell and Austin Mack a "tough decision." Florida coach Jon Sumrall stated that his starting quarterback does not need to be "Tim Tebow." LSU coach Lane Kiffin expressed regret over his messy exit from Ole Miss. Ole Miss coach Pete Golding defended his program against tampering accusations while stating his good relationship with Lane Kiffin. The NCAA Division I Board has no plans to change the new age-based eligibility rule. The Protect College Sports Act is not expected to see a vote in the U.S. Senate before the August recess. The Los Angeles Rams unveiled new uniforms celebrating franchise history. A nonconference men's basketball matchup between Duke and Michigan has been scrapped due to broadcast rights issues. Fantasy football players are warned to avoid common mistakes that could derail their season.

Other Sports Headlines and Developments

Noah Lyles ran a world-leading 9.79 seconds to win the 100m at the U.S. athletics championships. Super League champions Hull KR defeated city rivals Hull FC in a derby match. Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch sees their UEFA Conference League tie against HNK Rijeka as a "great experience." Coleraine manager Ruaidhrí Higgins believes his side contributed to their 5-0 defeat. Former Chelsea winger Eden Hazard is an inspiration for boxer Hamzah Sheeraz. LIV Golf's future is uncertain, with Martin Kaymer expressing doubt about the 2026 team championship. Rugby players' concussion legal battle cases remain in the balance after a High Court hearing. Paralympic medallist Daphne Schrager has received a two-year ban after an unintentional positive drug test. World Series champions the Los Angeles Dodgers will launch a summer of live Major League Baseball on the BBC. New England Patriots coach Ryan Silverfield aims to fix a "loser mentality" at Arkansas. Former UFC champion Jessica Andrade is working as a delivery driver to earn money while recovering from injury. Charlie Woods failed to reach match play in the U.S. Junior Amateur after being distracted by a camera click. David Gabriel Georges, a highly-rated running back, has committed to Tennessee over Ohio State.