General Sports 8-Hour Briefing
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Georgia Tech is dismissing coach Damon Stoudamire, sources told ESPN. The move comes after the Yellow Jackets finished last in the ACC with a 6-26 record this season.
Golf
Jon Rahm called his LIV Golf Hong Kong win "a weight off my shoulders" after securing his first individual title since 2024. The victory marked a breakthrough moment for the Spaniard in the Saudi-backed league.
Winter Sports
Snowboarder Emanuel Perathoner won Paralympic gold at his home Games in Milan-Cortina after a remarkable journey from two-time Olympian to Para-sport champion. The Italian overcame a devastating knee injury to claim the top spot.
Rugby
Ireland debutant Nathan Doak said his first cap came "at the right time" after being introduced off the bench in Friday's 27-17 win over Wales at the Aviva Stadium. The 22-year-old scrum-half made an immediate impact in his international bow.
Mixed Team Curling
Canada came from 4-2 down going into the final end to beat Great Britain 5-4 in the mixed team event at the Winter Paralympics. The dramatic comeback sealed victory for the defending champions.
Basketball
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander moved to within two games of breaking a decades-old NBA record as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Golden State Warriors. The MVP candidate continues his historic scoring run.
Formula 1
British rookie Arvid Lindblad said he "showed people a bit of what I am here to do" after finishing eighth on his F1 debut at the Australian Grand Prix. The 17-year-old Racing Bulls driver exceeded expectations in Melbourne.
Cricket
New Zealander Brett Randell became the first bowler in first-class cricket's 254-year history to take five wickets in five balls. The left-arm spinner achieved the unprecedented feat in a domestic match.
UFC
UFC legends Jon Jones and Conor McGregor were both left off the promotion's planned White House card, with Dana White saying Jones was "never ever" in his mind for a fight. The decision surprised many given both fighters' star power.
World Cup
If Wales qualify for the 2026 World Cup, they are likely to be based in Salt Lake City, Utah. The potential location would provide similar altitude conditions to training facilities in Europe.
Winter Paralympics
British Winter Olympic gold medallist Charlotte Bankes claimed victory in the women's snowboard cross at a World Cup event in Erzurum, Turkey. The 29-year-old continues her strong form heading into the Paralympic season.
Women's Sports
Audi Crooks hears the haters, but Iowa State's star inherited resilience from her mom and joy from her dad. Her high-scoring game is the ultimate counterpoint to critics questioning her size.
Rugby Union
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says there is a great sense of solidarity in the squad as they begin preparations for a Triple Crown decider against Scotland in Dublin on Saturday. The defending champions aim to extend their home winning streak.
Winter Paralympics
Canada came from 4-2 down going into the final end to beat Great Britain 5-4 in the mixed team event at the Winter Paralympics. The dramatic comeback sealed victory for the defending champions.