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Last updated: May 16, 2026, 11:51 PM ET

Mixed Martial Arts Ronda Rousey returned to the octagon with a masterfully orchestrated MMA event featuring Gina Carano, Nate Diaz, and Francis Ngannou in her comeback after a decade-long separation from the sport. The former UFC champion reconstructed her MMA narrative through an event she personally designed, seeking to rewrite the ending of her fighting story that had ended abruptly years ago.

Horse Racing Preakness victor Napoleon Solo held off Iron Honor down the stretch in Saturday's race, delivering a much-needed first victory of the year after two consecutive fifth-place finishes. As the horse racing community looks ahead, betting strategies for the 2026 Preakness are already being formulated for the 151st running of the prestigious event at Pimlico.

Golf Alex Smalley maintained his surprise lead at the US PGA Championship as 21 players remained within four shots heading into Sunday's final round, setting up what promises to be an unpredictable conclusion. The third round delivered multiple lead changes with standout moments that helped propel Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm into contention, leaving 30 players within five shots of the leader.

Basketball The NBA Spurs closed out Timberwolves in their playoff series while questions continue to emerge about potential Giannis trade scenarios across the league. Meanwhile, NY-NJ World Cup tensions have deepened as financial burdens fall mainly on New Jersey while FIFA awards New York the top billing, creating administrative friction between the neighboring states.

Tennis Elina Svitolina secured her third Italian Open title on Saturday with a three-set victory over American Coco Gauff, who lost in the Rome final for the second consecutive year, further cementing her dominance on the clay courts.

Football Celtic fans celebrated their Premiership title with a 3-1 victory over Hearts, though celebrations turned sour as riot police dealt with "serious disorder" in Glasgow's east end. Meanwhile, Ireland's head coach Scott Bemand expressed his team's determination to showcase their capabilities during Sunday's Six Nations final against Scotland, while Cardiff prepared to face Stormers in a URC play-off in Cape Town.

Other Sports Conor McGregor announced his UFC return with a welterweight bout against fellow veteran Max Holloway scheduled for July in Las Vegas, marking a significant comeback for the Irish fighter. NFL officials suggested expanding games to nontraditional days like Wednesday, citing increased ratings and a focus on holiday seasons as drivers for potential schedule changes. Ronnie O'Sullivan advanced to the Snooker 900 final with a 6-3 victory over Kyren Wilson, setting up a championship match against Luca Brecel. In rugby, Saracens secured a 30-14 victory against Gloucester, continuing their late-season surge toward the Premiership play-offs with the win moving them three points off the fourth position.