General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: July 26, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

GAA Football and Rugby Union

Mayo has ended a 75-year wait for glory, securing their fourth All-Ireland Senior Football title with a thrilling 1-20 to 1-17 victory over Kerry. Manager Andy Moran expressed his pride and emotion in ending the long drought. In rugby, Leeds Rhinos at the top of the Super League standings after a convincing win against the Bradford Bulls. However, the victory was marred by a suspected serious injury to winger Maika Sivo. Meanwhile, Huddersfield Giants ended a run of 12 defeats with a spirited performance to beat York Knights.

Cricket and Golf

Middlesex and holders Worcestershire to the One-Day Cup with contrasting victories. Middlesex's seamers were particularly dominant, routing Glamorgan for their fourth-lowest score ever in List A cricket in an eight-wicket win destroyed Glamorgan. In golf, Australia's Lucas Herbert with a dominant performance, finishing six strokes ahead of England's Tyrrell Hatton. In a unique inter-family clash, Craig Overton for the decisive six as Trent Rockets defeated London Spirit in The Hundred. Jos Buttler also starred for Manchester Super Giants in the same competition.

Cycling and Motorsport

Tadej Pogacar, equalling a record for the prestigious cycling race. The Tour de France's final stage will be shortened by a third to aid wildfire containment efforts in southwestern France slashed in length. In motorsport, Lando Norris secured pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix, while Lewis Hamilton faced further challenges after another penalty. Sources indicate that Malaysia is being considered to host the rescheduled Bahrain Grand Prix. Mike Browne completed a four-timer at the Armoy road races for the second consecutive year, with Richard Cooper also achieving a victory on his debut.

WNBA and Basketball

The WNBA All-Star Game saw Team Spoon, featuring MVP Jonquel Jones. Jones earned MVP honors with 22 points and was just two assists shy of a triple-double. Four players, including Jones, received A+ grades for their performances. Former President Barack Obama to the WNBA All-Stars, expressing his support for the women's game. WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike stated that the union and the league are working to rebuild trust following discussions about addressing player harassment. Separately, a nonconference men's basketball game between Duke and Michigan was canceled due to unresolved broadcast rights issues.

Commonwealth Games - Swimming

Scotland's Angharad Evans won gold in the swimming events at the Commonwealth Games, stepping out of the shadows into the spotlight. Filip Nowacki secured Jersey's first Commonwealth Games medal in 36 years with a silver in the 100m breaststroke. Wales also claimed two swimming medals, with Rhys Darbey and the 4x100m mixed freestyle relay squad winning bronze. Teenage para-swimmer Ela Letton-Jones by taking silver in the pool. Bethany Firth won Northern Ireland's first medal with a bronze in the women's 200m freestyle S14. Scotland had a strong start to their home Games, claiming three medals in 45 minutes in the pool. Duncan Scott thrilled the home crowd with a gold medal swim. Chad le Clos expressed his desire to hold the record for the most Commonwealth Games medals.

Commonwealth Games - Other Sports

Gymnast Reuben Ward achieved his dream of winning gold for Scotland at the Commonwealth Games, twelve years after watching the event as a child. England suffered a heavy 66-47 defeat to defending champions Australia in netball, with captain Fran Williams admitting her team were "far from our best" were "far from our best". Scotland secured their first netball win of the Games by defeating Wales. England will face Australia again after a comprehensive victory over Northern Ireland in their opening netball match comprehensive victory. Boxer Ruby White, with an unbeaten record of 68 fights, is aiming for Commonwealth Games gold on her debut. Team Northern Ireland boxers Jon McConnell and Kaci Rock chose the Commonwealth Games over a potential appearance on Love Island.

Boxing and Athletics

Tim Tszyu defeated Errol Spence Jr. by unanimous decision in their highly anticipated boxing match. Following the fight, Spence Jr., a future Hall of Famer, announced his retirement from the sport would retire from the sport. Briton Josh Kelly in a hard-fought points victory over Ireland's Caoimhin Agyarko. Noah Lyles won the 100 meters at the U.S. track and field championships with a world-leading time of.79 seconds. Sha'Carri Richardson also claimed a 100-meter victory at the U.S. championships surged 100-meter.

NCAA and College Sports

The Protect College Sports Act is not expected to be put to a U.S. Senate vote before the August recess not expected to be put to a vote. The NCAA Division I Board has reiterated its stance on the new age-based eligibility rule, with no plans to change it. A nonconference men's basketball matchup between Duke and Michigan was canceled due to unresolved broadcast rights issues. Robert Suttles, content director for Alabama's NIL initiative "Yea Alabama," was arrested during a human trafficking operation was arrested Thursday. Texas quarterback Arch Manning has focused on getting healthy and developing leadership intangibles during the offseason.

Other Sports News

The Tour de France's final stage has been shortened by a third to assist in the fight against wildfires in southwestern France slashed in length. In Formula, Lando Norris secured pole position for the Grand Prix in Hungary, while Lewis Hamilton faced further setbacks. Sources suggest Malaysia might host the rescheduled Bahrain Grand Prix. The WNBA commissioner, Cathy Engelbert, remained noncommittal when questioned about her job status for the upcoming season amidst ongoing scrutiny. The Los Angeles Rams have unveiled new uniforms, celebrating key periods in the franchise's history. Former Jets players Feely and Shah won their respective primaries in Arizona.