General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: July 30, 2026, 11:34 AM ET

WNBA Season Drama and Front Office Moves

The WNBA has fined the Seattle Storm and suspended co-owner Celeste Keaton for five home games following an incident with fans during a game against the Indiana Fever fined and suspended. Meanwhile, trade speculation is heating up, with Kelsey Plum, Aneesah Morrow, and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton potentially on the move before the WNBA trade deadline could be on the move. The league has also seen its share of controversy, with ongoing issues surrounding Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark, and fans hoping for a reset after a turbulent first half of the season. Caitlin Clark continued her stellar play, scoring 32 points to fuel the Fever's 105-95 victory over the Storm, marking their fourth consecutive game scoring over 100 points, a new league record fueled the Fever's.

College Sports and NIL Landscape

The NCAA has suspended Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter for the first two games of the season after he accepted a $427 flight from an agent has suspended. In a significant NIL development, Notre Dame has finalized a multiyear sponsorship deal with SoFi Technologies, which will feature the company's branding on the Fighting Irish's jerseys across all sports has reached. Ohio State is also entering a lucrative partnership with JPMorgan Chase, securing a deal worth nearly $17 million annually that includes jersey patches for all 36 of its athletic teams is entering. Ole Miss is pursuing penalties totaling close to $1 million against former players Princewill Umanmielen and Devin Harper, who allegedly violated revenue sharing contracts before transferring to LSU is seeking. UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava expressed that his decision to remain with the Bruins was straightforward due to an immediate connection with new coach Bob Chesney said he and.

NFL and International Football

Seydou Traore has made history as the first graduate of the UK-based NFL Academy to be drafted into the NFL, overcoming significant odds has made history. Bill Belichick has largely avoided commenting on his aide Michael Lombardi, who has been placed on paid administrative leave by the University of North Carolina amid an investigation has avoided questions. Saudi Arabia government official Turki Al-Sheikh's investment in Derby County is nearing finalization, with the deal potentially being concluded as early as next week.

Boxing, MMA, and Combat Sports

Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions has announced a "landmark merger" with the Professional Fighters League, a move that unites the two entities is joining forces. Former UFC light-heavyweight title contender Anthony Smith has been arrested in Nebraska on three felony charges has been arrested.

Commonwealth Games Continue in Glasgow

The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow have seen numerous medal wins and standout performances. Wales secured their first gold medal thanks to gymnast Ruby Evans' victory in the floor final wins Wales'. Scotland's Angharad Evans emerged as a breakout star, adding a breaststroke gold to her tally added another, while Keanna Mac Innes secured a swimming silver despite battling nerves found a way to claim. Sprinters Thomas Young and Sophie Hahn captured England's first athletics golds on the opening night. Para-swimmer Brock Whiston achieved her dream of winning gold, dedicating her victory to her father who watched her compete for the first time in 17 years. Scotland also defended their Para-mixed bowls pairs gold medal, defeating England. Team Northern Ireland's heptathlete Kate O'Connor earned her first senior outdoor gold medal. Amidst the excitement, torrential rain caused chaos at the athletics events, though England's Amy Hunt delivered an impressive performance produces one of.

Cricket and Other Team Sports