General Sports 8 Hours

Last updated: July 17, 2026, 11:32 AM ET

Golf's Major Championship

Australia's Lucas Herbert by shooting an 8-under 62 in the second round of the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. He joined Sam Burns, who also recorded a 62, in equaling the lowest rounds in men's major history. Herbert's performance was one of the standout sights and sounds from the second round of the championship as the field navigated the course.

International Rugby Union

England's captain Jamie George stated the team is considering a walk-off if any players are subjected to racial abuse during their match against Argentina. Meanwhile, Ireland captain Dan Sheehan has called on his team to "make our own history" as they prepare to face New Zealand in the Nations Championship. He acknowledged the challenge of playing at Eden Park, where they hope to forge a new path against the formidable All Blacks.

Cricket and Football News

The World Cricketers' Association has expressed "concern" regarding changes to the men's 50-over World Cup format as players prepare for the tournament. In other cricket news, Liam Dawson and Tom Banton will be released from England's ODI squad to participate in Saturday's T20 Finals Day. Separately, an investigation is underway after disorder at a football stadium, which saw Derry City fans, including children, flee onto the pitch before police intervened to restore order.

Motorsport and Other Sports

Max Verstappen in the first practice session for the Belgian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari close behind. Red Bull's driver set the pace as other competitors, including Hadjar who received a grid penalty, looked to find their rhythm. Elsewhere, the winners of the World Cup will now be awarded championship rings in addition to the traditional trophy and gold medals, adding a new layer of prestige to the victory celebrations.

College Football and NFL

ESPN has released its rankings of the top 25 college football recruits, including underclassmen who are making an early impact on the recruiting landscape as the next cycle begins. The publication also explored lingering questions for the Top 25 teams as the season approaches, highlighting potential challenges from new coaching hires to unproven player rotations. In the NFL, new players have entered the top 10 rankings, prompting a look at those who have dropped out and their efforts to climb back into the elite group.

Other International Sports

Andy Flower has withdrawn himself from consideration for the head coach position of the England Test team, leaving the search for a new leader ongoing. In other news, NBA commissioner Adam Silver commented on the debate surrounding Caitlin Clark, suggesting it is "not largely about officiating" but rather a broader issue. Sir Chris Hoy expressed confidence in the upcoming Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, predicting a "massive success" despite a scaled-down format, drawing on his positive memories of the event as it approaches. Two-time Paralympian Ali Smith spoke candidly about the challenges of returning to competition at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after experiencing two miscarriages on her journey.