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Last updated: May 25, 2026, 2:59 PM ET

College Baseball – The selection committee rewarded UCLA’s wire‑to‑wire dominance with the No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament, positioning the Bruins to face a regional bracket that includes two‑time champion Vanderbilt. Fans can track every game through the official schedule and channel guide, which lists first‑round action beginning Thursday at 12:00 p.m. ET and outlines streaming options for regional, super regional and College World Series matchups.

French Open – Conditions & Farewells – Unseasonably hot weather pushed Paris temperatures to 33 °C on the opening days, accelerating court speed and favoring aggressive baseline play heat wave spikes court tempo. The sweltering conditions coincided with veteran Stan Wawrinka’s emotional exit, as the four‑time Grand Slam champion fell 6‑3, 3‑6, 6‑3, 6‑4 to Jesper de Jong in the first round, marking his final appearance at Roland Garros Wawrinka bows out.

Emerging Talent – At the Geneva Open, 22‑year‑old Learner Tien captured his first ATP title, becoming the youngest champion since 1989 and establishing himself as a leading American prospect for the upcoming French Open Tien wins Geneva. His victory arrives as the French Open continues under the heat wave, giving him a unique opportunity to exploit the faster courts that have already influenced match dynamics.

Rugby Union Moves – England’s World Cup‑winning captain Zoe Stratford confirmed a move to Sale Sharks, signing a multi‑year deal that strengthens the club’s back‑row depth ahead of the Premiership season Stratford joins Sale. The acquisition follows England’s successful summer tour and adds a proven leader to a squad seeking to climb the league table.

Cricket – T20 Series Decider – England clinched the three‑match series in Hove as Dani Gibson delivered a disciplined spell, taking three wickets for 21 runs and restricting New Zealand to 138/9. The hosts chased the target with seven wickets in hand, sealing a 2‑1 series victory and extending England’s unbeaten run in home T20 internationals Gibson leads England.

MLB Legend’s Roots – A feature on Aaron Judge traced his early days at Fresno State, where he oscillated between pitcher and hitter before the Yankees drafted him in 2013. Within a year, his power emerged, setting the stage for a career that now includes multiple MVP considerations and a reputation as one of baseball’s most feared sluggers Judge’s early breakthrough