General Sports 8-Hour Briefing
×Golf & Tennis
Andrea Pavan says it feels "like a miracle to be able to walk" after his release from hospital following a fall down an open lift shaft. The Arnold Palmer Invitational returns to Bay Hill Club and Lodge where length off the tee and controlled iron play is at a premium. Aryna Sabalenka announced her engagement to Georgios Frangulis, drawing congratulations from players like Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic and Amanda Anisimova.
Motorsport & Combat Sports
Christina Sullivan tells BBC Sport about her unlikely route into F1 after watching "Drive to Survive." The BMF belt has an in-your-face history that Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira can thank Nate Diaz for creating.
Cricket
New Zealand's Glenn Phillips spilled a routine catch after South Africa batter David Miller found him near the boundary. Cole McConchie took two wickets in two balls to remove South Africa's Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton in their T20 World Cup semi-final.
Rugby & Football
Nick Timoney is handed his first Six Nations start as Ireland head coach Andy Farrell makes five changes to his XV for Friday's match against Wales in Dublin. Rob Baxter says he is saddened to see the end of merit-based promotion and relegation to and from the Prem. Harry Brook says England do not need to produce the perfect performance to win the T20 World Cup and "unity" has driven the team to the semi-finals.
College Sports
Arizona State coach Bobby Hurley tried to keep the focus on his players after an upset win over No. 14 Kansas in his possible final home game with the Sun Devils. UConn prepared to chase its third title in four years after the pressure of expectation derailed their bid for a three-peat. Mississippi lawmakers are considering a tax loophole for NIL-earning college athletes in the state.
Winter Paralympics
Russia's return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics marks a controversial watershed moment that may impact other sports. Menna Fitzpatrick says it feels "really special" to be at her third Winter Paralympic games after a "rollercoaster" of a year.