General Sports 8 Hours

Last updated: July 8, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

College Football NIL & Eligibility

The NCAA's NIL clearinghouse has rejected $90 million in deals, according to reports. Meanwhile, a new five-year, age-based eligibility model is drawing praise from fourth-year quarterbacks like Utah's Devon Dampier draws praise. The NCAA has also opened an inquiry into former Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby's time with the program opened an inquiry, with behind-the-scenes fighting between the Big 12 and Texas Tech reportedly playing a role in his NFL eligibility denial playing a role.

WNBA News & Notes

The Golden State Valkyries have taken the top spot in the WNBA Power Rankings, riding a five-game winning streak fueled by their defense and depth. Discussions around the WNBA All-Star roster continue, with speculation about potential snubs and MVP predictions. Separately, Republican lawmakers have written to WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert seeking accountability for issues surrounding Caitlin Clark seeking accountability.

Tennis Action & Controversy

At Wimbledon, Jannik Sinner is the top seed and defending champion, but Novak Djokovic has seven titles and a recent significant win. Coco Gauff faces Karolina Muchova in a semifinal clash of power players a semifinal clash. Ukrainian player Marta Kostyuk criticized the IOC's provisional lifting of the ban on Russia, recommending individual sports allow Russian athletes to compete.

Soccer World Cup & FIFA

France's head coach Didier Deschamps is unconcerned about Argentinian referees being appointed for their World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco is unconcerned. FIFA suspended two U.S. men's soccer team staff members from a recent match against Belgium. Justin Bieber is set to join Madonna, Shakira, and BTS in the World Cup final halftime show set to join.

Other Sports Headlines

Dame Sarah Storey, Great Britain's most decorated Paralympian, has retired from international competition has retired. Former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt is calling for the UFC to increase support for retired fighters is calling for support. Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder is struggling at the plate this season, hitting .220 despite a $60 million salary is struggling at the plate. Chris Lynn's century propelled Northamptonshire Steelbacks into the T20 Blast quarter-finals. Exeter forward Kane James is in contention for a Wales debut against Argentina is in contention. Notre Dame will pay homage to the 1920s Green Bay Packers with an alternate uniform for their Week 1 game at Lambeau Field. The ESPYS nominees for Best Athlete – Men's Sports include Jalen Brunson and Lionel Messi, with their statistics being examined being examined.