General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: August 12, 2026, 9:44 AM ET

College Football & NFL

John Mateer has turned heads with his massive arms at Manning camp, sparking debate over how swole quarterbacks should be. Northwestern received a $35M donation from Liz and Dick Uihlein to strengthen the program. The cost of a Power 4 starter varies by position, according to GMs and agents. In the ACC, Miami and Clemson lead intriguing storylines with a potential repeat run and rebound needed. Coaches evaluated 43 QBs for Heisman and draft outlook. Freshman phenoms could affect conference and CFP races. In NFL training camps, Brock Purdy impressed in a joint practice against the Titans. Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez is having a notable camp while negotiating a contract extension. Eagles tackle Lane Johnson says 2026 is likely his last year after returning from personal reasons. Saints kicker Charlie Smyth from County Down is adjusting to the NFL.

NBA & WNBA

The NBA announced a tripleheader for opening night featuring the Knicks against LeBron and the 76ers. Top high school prospect Ahmed Nur attended the exclusive NBA offseason retreat. In the WNBA, the Aces rested A'ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray in a back-to-back against the Liberty. Lynx guard Kayla McBride set a single-game record with 10 three-pointers in a win over the Wings. The WNBA quickly rescinded Caitlin Clark's eighth tech, avoiding suspension. Power rankings tighten as playoff seeds are at stake with time running out. Fantasy playoffs require strategy, with expert picks available. A controversy emerged over transgender athletes after Sophie Cunningham said it was "common sense" to ban transgender women. Fever coach Stephanie White defended players after being booed and received support from Caitlin Clark.

MLB & Baseball

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson extended his MLB errorless streak to 113 after an overturn. Post-trade deadline, each team's playoff hopes have risen or fallen, with roster completeness assessed. Executives graded the biggest deadline blockbusters including Skubal and Rutschman deals. Tommy John, namesake of the surgery, bid a vague farewell amid health battles and missed Old-Timers' Day. In Little League, a Tulsa team was disqualified then granted a temporary restraining order to play for a LLBWS bid. A judge ruled on removal from the Southwest Region. Full schedules and coverage are available for the Little League World Series.

Soccer & Rugby

Manchester United face Leeds at Croke Park in a historic pre-season encounter. Former Liverpool boss Arne Slot confirms he will stay in club football after Netherlands talks. Brennan Johnson is tipped to thrive under Moyes at Everton following his switch from Palace. The NIFL CEO insists no side deals were done for the EGM to prevent a season delay. Argentine defender Jeremias James hopes a rule change will allow him to play for Wales. In rugby, England's Red Roses are using controversial smaller balls in pre-season training for the WXV Global Series. Former All Black Ma'a Nonu performed a solo haka in response to the All Blacks before his club's game. Ulster captain Iain Henderson will miss several months after hip surgery. Hull FC centre Davy Litten joins Wakefield Trinity at the end of the season. Wales' extended WXV squad includes 14 uncapped players.

Cricket

Rocky Flintoff, son of Andrew, hit his first professional century for Lancashire. Glamorgan's One Day Cup coach highlights positives in developing young players despite winning only two from eight. Trent Rockets face a nervous wait after a six-wicket defeat by Southern Brave in The Hundred. Afghanistan beat Ireland at Stormont to take a 2-0 lead in the ODI series. England opener Emilio Gay is set to be fit for the first Test against Pakistan. Scotland scraped past UAE by one wicket with a ball left in World Cup League. Sunrisers Leeds thumped Welsh Fire by 71 runs to close in on Hundred qualification. Middlesex advanced as the One-Day Cup nears a tense finale. Caleb Falconer overcame an email hoax to secure a Hundred contract. Can you guess today's cricket star? Try quiz 23. Also try quiz 21.

European Championships & Athletics

The women's 800m world record remains the longest standing in athletics at 43 years. At the European Championships, Glave and Azu claimed a sensational 100m one-two for GB. Day three schedule and BBC coverage is available. Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Alexander Stadium, drawing criticism. Keely Hodgkinson progressed in the 800m heats alongside Werro and Broeders-Bol. Judo's Summer Shaw won Commonwealth bronze then returned to work at McDonald's. Amy Hunt had her "coming of age" moment with 100m gold. US champion Jonah Koech received a three-year doping ban for blood doping. Jakob Ingebrigtsen returned from injury to win 5,000m gold after almost a year out. GB claimed three medals on the opening day of the European Aquatics Championships in Paris. Russian Athletics filed a new claim with CAS against World Athletics sanctions. The team behind Hodgkinson's golden rise and world-record hunt is detailed. Hodgkinson says a home European title would mean as much as Olympic gold. In aquatics, Adam Ramsay-Peaty finished fifth in the 100m breaststroke final, his first loss at European level.

Other Sports & Events

In college basketball, SEC projections for 2026-27 include three possible champions and three teams that won't go dancing. Seth Trimble left UNC for Louisville after a court ruling giving fifth-year eligibility. At the China Open, Zhang Anda shocked world number three Zhao Xintong on the final black. Judd Trump lost to Noppon Saengkham while Shaun Murphy set a scoring record. In tennis, Rafael Jodar is on verge of smashing the record for fastest rise to top. A golfer resigned from his club after a fake hole-in-one scandal. Aaron McKenna cracks the middleweight top 10 after winning the IBF title. Dina Thorslund claimed the undisputed bantamweight championship. In F1, Kimi Antonelli is a rising star. Lawson's future for 2027 is discussed. Jackson Koivun secured the 70th FedEx Cup playoff spot in his sixth start. Dakota Ditcheva broke both hands again during her win, months after similar injuries. Hacky sack is experiencing a throwback resurgence. Ty Gibbs won the NASCAR Cup Series race in Iowa by holding off Christopher Bell. Hezly Rivera won her second straight U.S. gymnastics title. Charley Hull let slip a one-shot lead as 17-year-old Anna Huang won the PIF London Championship. Chepstow Racecourse celebrates its centenary. Raul Fernandez won the British Moto GP at Silverstone ahead of Jorge Martin. A high school player in Arkansas practiced with a viper in his helmet for nearly an hour. Five horse races at Saratoga and Monmouth are investigated by HISA after unusual betting.

General Interest & Fantasy

The solar eclipse forced horse racing at Ffos Las in South Wales to begin about two hours earlier on Wednesday. Fantasy football's Eric Karabell's 'Do Not Draft' list highlights overvalued players including a Giants trio. The NCAA and FBI partnered to combat athlete sextortion by educating athletes on preventing private images from falling into wrong hands.