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Last updated: May 17, 2026, 11:48 AM ET

MMA & Fight News

Former UFC champion Francis Ngannou blitzed Philipe Lins with a first-round knockout, then declared himself the "best" heavyweight in the world — a claim that will resonate as Dana White confirmed Conor McGregor's return, though July remains uncertain for the Irish star's next bout. The overnight shift in heavyweight conversation was matched by Most Valuable Promotions' inaugural event, where Rousey earned a storybook victory that bookended a card built to showcase women's MMA at the highest level.

Fantasy Leagues & Baseball

Baseball's midweek shakeup delivered fantasy spin and actionable takeaways with roster moves around key power bats and emerging starting pitcher targets, while women's basketball fantasy players were urged to add Johannes to their lineups after a high-scoring Week 1 that produced a wave of streaming options for the weekend slate. Both updates emphasize the value of chasing upside now that season-long rosters are in flux.

Golf

Sunday's round promises to be unpredictable and chaotic after a first-round was marred by a cluster of scores, with 21 players within four shots of leader Alex Smalley ahead of the final day. The parity suggests a shootout is on the horizon, and anyone backing a single player could be burned by a crowded leaderboard.

NFL & Jets

New York Jets running back Breece Hall said he and the team can really flourish together after signing a new contract, citing the roster's recent additions as a key reason he committed long term. The Jets' investment in their backfield signals a competitive push in what has been an underwhelming division.

Regional & International

The row between New York and New Jersey over FIFA World Cup billing deepened as expense burdens shifted to New Jersey while FIFA positioned New York for top billing — a jurisdictional tug-of-war with commercial and political stakes. Across the Atlantic, Great Britain were thrashed 5-1 by reigning champions United States at the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championship in Switzerland, a humbling result for a squad targeting medal contention. In rugby, Italy condemned Wales to another Six Nations wooden spoon with a clean sweep, extending Wales' winless run to a record nine Tests in a summer of misfortune for the red Dragons.