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Last updated: June 14, 2026, 8:44 PM ET

College Baseball

Troy eliminated Ole Miss 12-8 with a four-run seventh inning Sunday in Omaha, advancing in the Men's College World Series as the Trojans chase their first national title. The victory came despite Ole Miss freshman Will Furniss trying to follow his father's two MCWS championships, though the Rebels couldn't overcome Troy's offensive surge. Troy's improbable run has been fueled by players like Boroff, who became "Jabe Ruth" to help carry the program to its historic first World Series appearance.

Golf

Bud Cauley captured his first PGA Tour title at the RBC Canadian Open on Sunday, closing with a 5-under 67 to win in his 239th start just over two years after returning from a car accident. The 36-year-old's breakthrough victory was overshadowed somewhat by Brooks Koepka's withdrawal with a hand injury that puts his U.S. Open participation in doubt, adding another injury concern to the sport's biggest names ahead of next week's major championship.

Formula One

Lewis Hamilton delivered a statement victory at the Spanish Grand Prix, securing his first win for Ferrari in a stunning performance that saw championship leader Kimi Antonelli retire late. The seven-time world champion described the triumph beyond his wildest dreams and reiterated he never gave up hope on achieving success with the Italian team after a difficult start to his Ferrari career. Meanwhile, Mercedes requested a right of review regarding the overturned penalty for Alpine's Pierre Gasly at Monaco, keeping that controversy alive heading into the next race.

Auto Racing

Denny Hamlin extended his winning streak by capturing the NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway, earning his third consecutive victory while passing the late Kyle Busch for ninth on the all-time wins list. The triumph marked another milestone in Hamlin's resurgent season.

Women's Basketball

Kelsey Plum dropped 43 points and Kahleah Copper added 41 as the Las Vegas Sparks and Phoenix Mercury made history with the first dueling 40-point performances in WNBA history, though the Sparks ultimately fell 92-89 in overtime. The offensive showcase highlighted the league's increasing star power and competitive balance.

Mixed Martial Arts

The UFC hosted its first White House event Sunday on the South Lawn, though thunderstorms threatened the outdoor card that coincided with President Trump's 80th birthday celebration. The historic venue choice marked a significant shift in sports entertainment, with fighters competing in front of thousands on the most iconic lawn in America despite weather concerns that had organizers scrambling.

Boxing

Gennadiy Golovkin, Antonio Tarver and Nigel Benn were inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame on Sunday, recognizing three former world champions whose careers spanned different eras of the sport. Golovkin's middleweight dominance, Tarver's light heavyweight championships and Benn's legendary rivalry with Chris Eubank earned them their places among boxing's immortals.

Basketball

The New York Liberty clinched the Commissioner's Cup final berth with an 86-64 victory over the Washington Mystics on Sunday, showcasing their depth and defensive intensity. The win positioned the Liberty as favorites for the championship game, with their balanced attack proving too much for a Mystics team that struggled to find offensive rhythm.

International Competition

England's men's field hockey team earned crucial Pro League victories over Argentina and Australia, while the women's side suffered defeats against Germany, creating a split weekend for British hockey. In darts, Luke Littler and Luke Humphries powered England to a sixth World Cup title, defeating the Netherlands 10-5 in Frankfurt to extend their record in the sport. Great Britain's Joe Clarke claimed kayak cross gold at the World Cup in Germany, marking the nation's first victory of the season in that discipline.

Cricket

Smriti Mandhana struck 68 runs as India opened their T20 World Cup campaign with a commanding 64-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in Group One action. The win gave India early momentum in the tournament while maintaining their strong record against Pakistan in major competitions.

Tennis

Emma Raducanu fell short in the Queen's Club final but showed significant improvement heading into Wimbledon, with analysts pointing to the positives from her performance as evidence she could make a deep run at the All England Club. The 2021 US Open champion's return to form has been gradual but encouraging.

Rugby

Niall Morgan channeled advice from rugby legend Johnny Sexton to help Tyrone defeat Mayo and advance to the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship quarterfinals. Morgan's composure under pressure proved decisive in a match that kept Tyrone's championship hopes alive while ending Mayo's campaign.