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Last updated: August 20, 2026, 7:34 AM ET

Formula 1

Max Verstappen has removed all doubt about his future by signing a contract extension with Red Bull that runs through 2030. The three-time world champion, put an end to months of speculation after leading the championship this season with consistent podium finishes.

Cricket & Golf

Sam Curran will miss the rest of the English summer after undergoing surgery on a groin injury sustained during training. The England all-rounder, had been pushing for a Test recall but now faces a recovery period that rules him out of the ongoing series.

Boxing

Francesca Hennessy is in negotiations for a shot at undisputed bantamweight champion Dina Thorslund later this year in the UK. The British contender, has built momentum with three consecutive wins and is targeting her first world title bout.

WNBA

Olivia Miles delivered a career-high performance for the Minnesota Lynx before leaving Wednesday night's game against the Valkyries with a left ankle tweak. The rookie guard finished with 18 points and 7 assists, setting new personal benchmarks before exiting in the fourth quarter.

WNBA Injuries

Azzi Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick in this year's draft, will miss the remainder of the season following a procedure on her right knee. The Kentucky product averaged 14.2 points per game in 22 appearances for the Dallas Wings before the injury derailed her rookie campaign.

Marathons

Edmonton Marathon organizers acknowledged the 2026 course measured 674 metres longer than the official 26.2-mile distance. The error, discovered during post-race verification, affected age-group records and qualification times for the Boston Marathon.

Tennis

Aryna Sabalenka suffered a surprising first-round exit at the Cincinnati Open as Sara Bejlek handed her a 6-3, 7-6(4) defeat. The Belarusian, ranked fourth in the world, was preparing for her US Open title defense but will now regroup before Flushing Meadows.

Sports Science

Athlete supplements remain a critical component of elite training regimens, with professionals relying on everything from creatine and beta-alanine to vitamin D and omega-3s. Experts emphasize that timing, dosage, and individual needs determine effectiveness rather than broad stacking approaches.

WNBA Standings

New York Liberty climbed two spots in this week's Power Rankings and now sit within striking distance of the top four seeds. The team's improved defense and balanced scoring attack have fueled a 4-1 stretch that keeps them in playoff contention.

WNBA Schedule

12 key games remain on the regular-season schedule that will shape the final playoff picture. With all five postseason spots still up for grabs, matchups between the Sun, Storm, and Sky highlight the stretch run.

Tennis Rising

Alex Eala enters the US Open on the strength of a career-high ranking and recent hardcourt success. The 22-year-old American, coming off her first WTA final, believes the hard surfaces in New York suit her aggressive baseline game.