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Last updated: August 20, 2026, 10:33 PM ET

NCAA Eligibility & Transfer News

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey asked a federal judge to uphold NCAA rules blocking former professional athletes from returning to college competition. Meanwhile, seven former college football players who were granted a temporary restraining order have now entered the NCAA transfer portal, reopening questions about eligibility timelines.

Golf

Rory McIlroy carded a bogey-free 6-under 64 at Bellerive Country Club to share the first-round lead in the BMW Championship, positioning himself strongly for the FedEx Cup playoffs.

Cricket

England's Harry Brook scored a sparkling 91 not out to help England build a commanding lead over Pakistan on the shortened second day of the first Test at Headingley. However, BBC Sport's Jonathan Agnew argues that despite Brook's talent matching that of Kevin Pietersen, the 24-year-old was not yet ready to assume Test captaincy responsibilities.

Football Coaching

Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables has agreed to a new six-year contract extension worth more than $63 million, keeping him in place through the 2031 season.

Media & Entertainment

A new three-part docuseries featuring UConn stars Paige Bueckers and Lulu Fudd will debut on Apple TV on August 21, chronicling their relationship and rise to stardom.