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Last updated: July 16, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

UFC and Soccer Headlines Emerge

Two suspects in a thwarted drone and sniper attack on a UFC event at the White House have pleaded not guilty. Meanwhile, potential UFC matchups for the second half of the year include Van vs. Kape and Topuria vs. Pimblett potential UFC. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to its final two teams, and the World Cup's expansion may offer a roadmap for the College Football Playoff's future.

Tennis and Rugby Updates

Female tennis players faced a staggering 12,000 abusive posts in 2025, according to a new report. French tennis player Samuel Bensoussan's match-fixing ban has been extended by three years. In rugby, promising fly-half Harri Wilde will move from Cardiff to Welsh rivals Ospreys for the 2025-26 United Rugby Championship season. Former Bristol Bears lock Chris Vui has been left "devastated" by a doping ban until July 2027 left devastated. Scotland has named 14 changes for their Nations Championship game against Fiji, while England will face Argentina with an unchanged starting XV.

Golf and MLB Futures

Bob Mac Intyre described his opening round three-under 67 at the Open Championship as "exactly" what he wanted. The first round of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale provided notable sights and sounds. Experts are weighing in on their picks and betting value for the Open Championship. to the second half of the MLB season, a betting guide offers insights, questioning if the Brewers are contenders to win it all.

WNBA Standouts and Other Sports News

A ranking of the WNBA's top 10 rim protectors of all time includes A'ja Wilson, Brittney Griner, and Breanna Stewart. Swansea City's proposed purchase of their home stadium moves closer after the owner, Swansea Council, agreed to the sale agreed to the sale. Wales' Jak Jones secured his first professional title, defeating David Gilbert 3-2 in the Championship League final. Grace Ballinger previewed the Women's T20 Blast Finals Day, calling it the "best times of my career". Carlos Alcaraz is targeting a return from injury at the Cincinnati Open next month. In Formula, Red Bull will change its rear wing for the Belgian Grand Prix after Max Verstappen's recent crashes, and Lando Norris will incur a 10-place grid penalty at the same event due to exceeding engine parts allowances.