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Last updated: June 29, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

College Football Recruiting

Five-star wide receiver Eric McFarland, the nation's third-ranked prospect at his position, committed to Texas A&M on Sunday. The 5-foot-8, 180-pound Class of 2027 standout from IMG Academy in Florida chose the Aggies, adding significant talent to their future receiving corps.

Tennis

Wimbledon is set to feature both established legends and rising stars. Serena Williams will make her return to the grass courts on Tuesday for the first time in four years, having prepared extensively for her comeback. Meanwhile, experts are making their predictions for this year's championships, with questions surrounding potential American winners on the women's side and the prospects of top contenders like Sinner and Djokovic. A decade ago, Andy Murray's 2016 singles title marked a golden weekend for British tennis, where five Wimbledon trophies were secured by domestic players, leaving a lasting legacy.

Golf

Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland will head to a playoff on Monday at the Travelers Championship. Scheffler forced a playoff by sinking an 8-foot par putt on the 18th hole Sunday, setting up a sudden-death contest after a rain-delayed conclusion.

Motorsports

Shane van Gisbergen continued his mastery of road courses, securing his second consecutive Cup Series victory at Sonoma Raceway. This win establishes him as the most successful active driver in NASCAR's top series on road and street circuits.

Basketball

In the WNBA, the Washington Mystics outlasted the Fire in a record-tying four overtime thriller, winning 124-123. Sonia Citron led the Mystics with a career-high 32 points, hitting the go-ahead basket with just 21.4 seconds remaining. Elsewhere, Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve tied a WNBA record for career coaching wins, achieving her 379th victory in an 85-77 win over the Dallas Wings.

Swimming

American swimmer Gretchen Walsh broke the world record in the women's 50-meter freestyle on Sunday. Her performance came just nine days after her training partner, Kate Douglass, had set a new mark in the same sprint event.

Rugby

Flanker Jac Morgan expressed his support for Dewi Lake, who has retained the Wales captaincy. Morgan described Lake as a "brilliant" leader, pledging his backing for the hooker's continued role as captain.

NBA

The Charlotte Hornets have traded veteran Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns. The deal sends Bridges, a 2029 first-round pick, and a second-round pick to Phoenix in exchange for Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and a 2033 first-round selection. This move signals a shift in direction for the Hornets' roster construction.

Front Office Power Rankings

An examination of all 30 NBA franchises reveals varying levels of spending power and financial strategies. The analysis breaks down which front offices command the most resources and which are navigating the complexities of salary cap management, including those operating near the second apron.