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Last updated: August 6, 2026, 2:32 AM ET

Poker and Combat Sports News

Lucas Jumalon a 22-year-old poker professional from Spokane, Washington, became the second-youngest player to ever win the World Series of Poker main event. Jumalon defeated Finland's Lauri Saaskilahti heads-up to claim the $10 million prize. In anticipation of UFC, a flyweight title rematch between Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja is set to headline the event in September.

College Football and Basketball Insights

Bill Connelly has identified the Power 4 college football games with the highest combined SP+ ratings and projected scoring margins under eight points for the 2026 season. ESPN's preseason evaluation has broken down which teams are facing the toughest and easiest stretches of games in the upcoming season.

NBA and WNBA Notes

San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet demonstrated sportsmanship off the court by assisting a stranded motorist in San Antonio whose car had broken down in the rain. Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham expressed a desire for the focus to return to basketball following her comments on transgender athletes, which had ignited significant national debate.

MLB Trade Deadline Fallout

Fantasy baseball can track the implications of the key deals that occurred before Monday's MLB trade deadline.