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Last updated: April 10, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

WNBA Free Agency Heats Up

The WNBA offseason saw significant movement as major stars committed to their current franchises with substantial contracts. Two-time scoring champion Brittney Griner is finalizing a seven-figure deal to join the Connecticut Sun, according to sources close to the negotiations. This move provides the Sun with a massive interior presence as they bolster their championship aspirations. Concurrently, veteran point guard Chelsea Gray secured a three-year, fully guaranteed contract worth $3 million to remain with the defending champion Las Vegas Aces. Further cementing player loyalty, three-time All-Star Kelsey Mitchell agreed to ink a one-year, $1.4 million supermax deal to stay with the Indiana Fever, signaling major financial commitment from the franchise to retain its core talent.

College Basketball Roster Shifts

The churn following the college basketball season continued as evidenced by movement in the transfer portal. UConn freshman Eric Reibe, who was part of the Huskies' recent Final Four run, has officially entered the transfer portal, opening up a roster spot for Coach Dan Hurley’s squad. This departure follows the conclusion of the season, where Reibe served as a rotation player for the national contender.

Rugby Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals Conclude

In rugby action, the Challenge Cup quarter-finals delivered decisive victories, setting the stage for the semi-final matchups across the European bracket. St Helens cruised past the Catalans Dragons, with Tristan Sailor contributing heavily to the scoreboard, securing their passage to the semis. Separately, Ulster advanced impressively by defeating La Rochelle with a decisive 41-24 scoreline, putting them just one win away from their first European final appearance since 2012.

Masters Golf Takes Unexpected Turns

The Masters Tournament provided dramatic storylines off and on the leaderboard as play continued. Despite struggling with illness, China's Li Haotong battled through a tough bout to move into contention for the Green Jacket after Friday's round, famously stating he felt so sick he "was living in the toilet." Meanwhile, European golfer Robert MacIntyre generated buzz for reasons beyond his score, providing one of the tournament's most memorable, albeit unusual, moments involving a garden gnome picture, which may invite further scrutiny from Augusta officials.