General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: July 27, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Commonwealth Games Buzzing in Glasgow

Scotland's Duncan Scott with a gold medal-winning swim in the 400m freestyle on the opening day of the Commonwealth Games. The hosts quickly added to their tally, with Scotland in a dominant 45-minute stretch in the pool. Angharad Evans also in swimming, while para-swimmer Barry McClements in the men's S9 100m backstroke. Team Wales added to the medal count with a bronze in the 4x200m freestyle relay, their fourth in the pool according to reports. Teenage para-swimmer Ela Letton-Jones with a silver in the 100m breaststroke. Jersey's Filip Nowacki in 36 years with a silver in the same event. Bethany Firth with bronze in the women's 200m freestyle S14, reflecting on her comeback after childbirth as detailed. Adam Ramsay-Peaty qualified third fastest for the 50m breaststroke final, but was later left in tears after missing out on gold, questioning his future in the sport. He later stated he expected a "good scrap" in the final against his "apprentice" as he said.

In netball, England to defending champions Australia, with captain Fran Williams admitting her team was "far from our best." However, England later opened their campaign with a comprehensive victory over Northern Ireland as per the results. Scotland achieved their first netball win of the Games, defeating Wales in an all-British clash. Tonga made their Commonwealth Games netball debut, facing Australia. African para-athletes have, noting how the schedule is helping to change attitudes towards disability. Meanwhile, Eilish McColgan to defend her 10,000m title due to a foot fracture, and boxer Ruby White, who is, is aiming for gold on her debut. Team Northern Ireland boxers Jon McConnell and Kaci Rock chose the Commonwealths over a potential appearance on Love Island. Mohammed 'Chico' Qureshi will represent Pakistan in bowls, having.

Tennis, Golf, and Motorsports Updates

Francesca Jones at the Palermo Ladies Open, securing back-to-back Challenger Tour wins. Tadej Pogacar in dramatic fashion, equalling a record. Zoe Backstedt, fresh off two British National Road Championship titles, is set to. In boxing, Jai Opetaia is suing the IBF to reclaim his cruiserweight world title. Josh Kelly in a hard-fought points victory over Caoimhin Agyarko. Errol Spence Jr. lost Tim by unanimous decision in his return to the ring and subsequently announced his retirement from the sport. The upcoming Errol Spence Jr. vs. Tim Tszyu fight has been.

Formula 1 sees Lando Norris in Hungary, while Lewis Hamilton faces renewed challenges due to another penalty. There are also reports that Malaysia may. The Tour de France's final stage has been slashed in length to aid wildfire containment efforts. In other motorsports news, Mike Browne completed a four-timer at the Armoy road races for the second consecutive year, with Richard Cooper also taking a debut victory. The British team for LA28 by securing third place in the medal table at the ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships.

Basketball and Football News

The WNBA All-Star Game saw Jonquel Jones with 22 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists, leading Team Spoon to a 129-122 victory over Team Coop. Four players, including Jones for their All-Star 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 league are following discussions on addressing player harassment. Brianna Turner claimed that her former team, the Indiana Fever for sexual harassment last season.

In college football, simulated national title and Heisman winner data suggests USC could be in contention while Georgia might be out. Texas QB Arch Manning has been in the offseason, focusing on health and leadership. A nonconference men's basketball game between Duke and Michigan has been. In the NFL, the Los Angeles Rams have celebrating franchise history. The world's best youth athletes will compete in the 2026 NFL flag football championship at the Indianapolis Colts' training camp site as announced.

In Rugby League, Leeds Rhinos at the top of the Super League standings with a victory over Bradford Bulls, despite winger Maika Sivo suffering a suspected injury. Huddersfield Giants with a win against York Knights. Halifax Panthers, thrashing Leeds Rhinos in the final.

Other Sports Headlines

Corey Heim, title after passing Denny Hamlin on the final restart. Novak Djokovic was by a lucky couple. A man in a lobster suit is being hunted by police after allegedly attacking another man at the World Darts Championship. Cathy Engelbert, WNBA commissioner, remains for 2027 amid increased scrutiny of her leadership. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has agreed to a buyout with the Grizzlies and plans to sign with the 76ers.

In cricket, Middlesex and Worcestershire in the One-Day Cup. Middlesex's seamers delivered a dominant performance, routing Glamorgan by eight wickets. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt will of The Hundred to manage her workload. In cycling, UCI Road World Champion Lotte Kopecky has been selected to ride in her first Tour de France Femmes as reported. In MMA, Magomed Ankalaev dominated Guskov in a bounce-back win.

In other news, Ellie Bowen, who battled a "flesh-eating disease," is. Rugby's concussion guidelines for women's rugby are being. Sha'Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles at the U.S. track and field championships. Lyles' victory in the 100m was a world-leading 9.79 seconds according to the results. USA Para-swimmer Daphne Schrager has been following an unintentional positive drug test.