General Sports 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 12, 2026, 9:59 PM ET
NCAA Basketball
Auburn coach Steven Pearl lobbied for his team's NCAA tournament chances after the Tigers blew a double-digit second-half lead to Tennessee in the SEC tournament quarterfinals. Meanwhile, No. 20 Miami (Ohio) suffered its first defeat with a shocking 87-83 loss to UMass in the Mid-American Conference tournament, marking a significant upset in the early rounds.
Track & Field
Sweden's Armand Duplantis broke his own pole vault world record for the 15th time with a jump of 6.31 meters, continuing his dominance in the sport. The Olympic champion's latest achievement comes as he continues to push the boundaries of what's possible in pole vaulting.
Figure Skating
Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu received a key to her hometown during a rally that included performances from Bay Area artists, celebrating her achievements in her local community. The ceremony highlighted her impact both on and off the ice.
Premier League Darts
Jonny Clayton overcame gout to crush Luke Humphries 6-1 in the final of night six in Nottingham, showcasing remarkable resilience despite battling the painful condition. The Welsh player's victory came after struggling with the illness throughout the tournament.
Tennis
Alexander Zverev reached a milestone by becoming just the fifth player to reach the semi-finals of all nine ATP Masters 1000 tournaments, calling the achievement "very special" as he cemented his place in tennis history. The German star's consistency across all premier events marks him among the sport's elite.
Rugby Union
England's Fin Smith downplayed an on-pitch disagreement with captain Maro Itoje, saying it demonstrates the depth of their relationship rather than any team disunity. The incident sparked discussion about leadership dynamics within the squad. In Wales, record-breaking flanker Alex Mann will finish a strong Six Nations campaign against Italy in Cardiff, having made history with his performances throughout the tournament.
Big 12 Basketball
Texas Tech guard Christian Anderson strained a muscle while slipping on the new glass floor at the Big 12 tournament during Iowa State's 75-53 win over the Red Raiders. The incident raised questions about the safety of the innovative court surface that has been implemented across the conference.
NFL
NFL Players Association representatives are set to vote on a successor to disgraced former leader Lloyd Howell, with tension building ahead of the leadership decision. The election comes at a critical time for player representation in the league.
Horse Racing
Ben Jones, who was a promising fly-half coming through the Scarlets academy, is now eyeing Gold Cup glory aboard The Jukebox Man, showcasing an unusual transition from rugby to horse racing. His journey from rugby pitch to racecourse represents one of sport's more unique career changes.
Boxing
James 'Jazza' Dickens has taken the elongated road to his first world title defence on Saturday, with his journey to the bout marked by numerous challenges both inside and outside the ring. The British boxer's path to this moment has been anything but straightforward.
Cricket
The Hundred auctions have been discussed by experts, with Alex Hartley, Steven Finn, and Stephan Shemilt analyzing the historic event that marks a new era in English cricket. The innovative format continues to generate significant interest in the sport.
Six Nations
Scotland faces a crucial challenge as they look to beat their nemesis Ireland for the first time in 12 meetings, with Tom English examining the areas the team must master to secure a rare victory in the final round of Six Nations fixtures. The match represents a significant opportunity for Scottish rugby to make history against their longstanding rivals.