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Last updated: July 2, 2026, 8:34 AM ET

Athletics & Boxing

The first Enhanced Games, which openly encouraged the use of performance-enhancing drugs, concluded with a single world record but saw participating athletes receive substantial financial rewards betting big steroids. Meanwhile, the sport of boxing continues its regional battles, with Albuquerque celebrating the legacy of Johnny Tapia, Terence Crawford defending his gym in Omaha, and the former Atlantic City venue of Mike Tyson now a vacant lot, though the emergence of a "Mexican Monster" and an American prodigy signals continued knockdown, drag-out fight.

College Football & Golf

ESPN's college football staff has undertaken an exhaustive evaluation, spending months to determine the greatest player ever associated with each jersey number throughout the sport's history best every number. In golf, Phil Mickelson has denied new misconduct allegations, refuting claims that he was compelled to depart several California golf clubs.

Rugby & Horse Racing

Leinster Rugby has officially confirmed the return of Ireland international fly-half Joey Carbery, who is set to rejoin the club prior to the 2026-27 season. In racing news, jockey Frankie Dettori is recovering in the hospital after sustaining broken ribs in a car crash.