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Last updated: September 13, 2026, 3:22 PM ET

College Football: Texas Stuns Ohio State in Historic Comeback

No. 4 Texas pulled off the upset of the young season, rallying from a 20-point fourth-quarter deficit to shock No. 1 Ohio State 24-23 in Columbus. Arch Manning delivered in the clutch, leading scoring drives of, 13 and 12 plays as the Longhorns overcame a 23-3 hole. Hollywood Smothers scored the winner on a 1-yard run with a leap over the pile with just 25 seconds remaining. The Buckeyes had controlled the game for more than three quarters before unraveling, prompting coach Ryan Day to admit, “This one hurts”. Manning's performance was a signature win that headlined a wild weekend, and the result will force the selection committee to rethink its top 12, with Ohio State certain to fall when the first CFP rankings are unveiled.

Oklahoma State, Michigan Deliver Week 2 Shockers

Oklahoma State ended a 21-game skid against FBS opponents by stunning No. 6 Oregon 39-31, the first true stunner of the 2026 season. In another helmet game, Michigan won a physical, defensive battle with Oklahoma, beating the Sooners 17-10. Wolverines coach Kyle Whittingham backed Bryce Underwood as the solidified starting quarterback after the upset win. Oklahoma suffered a significant loss when standout linebacker Kip Lewis left with a knee injury in the first quarter and did not return. The weekend's emotional weight extended beyond the scoreboard, as Boston College unveiled its “Red Bandanna” uniforms for its Sept. 11 tribute, one of the most meaningful looks in college football.

Missouri, Akron Steal Headlines Off the Field

Missouri's Border War win over Kansas came with plenty of postgame fireworks. The Tigers trolled the Jayhawks on social media, while coach Eli Drinkwitz said he was “embarrassed” for Kansas for leaning into the historic nature of the rivalry. In a lighter moment, Akron let a season-ticket holder call a drive as part of its “OC For A Day” contest, part of how the Group of 6 is staying relevant. The fan, Marty Whims, saw his first drive end in a fumble. Meanwhile, Texas quarterback Arch Manning's dealings with fame remain a family affair, with his famous grandfather having had more time to adjust to the spotlight.

Rybakina Captures US Open, Ascends to World No. 1

Elena Rybakina completed a miraculous run to her first US Open title, defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 for the third Grand Slam title of her career. The victory capped an unexpected title run that began with a questionable injury status. Rybakina arrived in New York unable to walk without pain after injuring her foot but leaves as champion and the new world No. 1. Sabalenka, who smashed her racquet in frustration after another near miss, has now lost her world No. 1 status in a year of Grand Slam heartbreak.

Shelton, Zverev Set for US Open Men's Final

Ben Shelton will carry the ultimate home-court pressure into Sunday's US Open final as he seeks to become the first American man in 23 years to win a major, facing Alexander Zverev. Both finalists have emerged from the “Sincaraz” shadow and will reflect on their 2026 Grand Slam results with a sense of achievement regardless of Sunday's outcome. In doubles, American Christian Harrison and British partner Neal Skupski won their second Grand Slam title of the year, defeating Germany's Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz 6-4, 7-6 (6).

Garcia Demolishes Benn in Two Rounds to Retain WBC Title

Ryan Garcia needed only two rounds to take out Conor Benn, recording his fastest knockout in six years to retain his WBC welterweight championship in Las Vegas. The round-by-round breakdown showed a complete mismatch from the opening bell. Garcia crushed the overmatched Benn with a ruthless second-round stoppage, a reality check that burst Benn's bubble on the biggest night of his career. Garcia now wants Teofimo Lopez next, with Shakur Stevenson, Devin Haney and Gervonta “Tank” Davis also in the conversation. The win positions Garcia to become boxing's next face of the sport.

Europe Reclaims Solheim Cup in Singles Rout

Team Europe reclaimed the Solheim Cup with a 15½-12½ victory over the United States at Bernardus Golf, as Lottie Woad holed the clinching putt from 2 feet on No. 17 to guarantee the 14½ points needed. Charley Hull got the ball rolling as Europe's big names finally shone in Sunday's singles. The Americans had entered the final day level at 8-8 after Jennifer Kupcho rolled in two late birdie putts — one from 93 feet — to earn an unlikely point. Europe's dominance in the singles session proved decisive.

Rugby: Springboks Complete Series Win Over All Blacks

South Africa completed a 3-1 series win over New Zealand with a 43-28 victory in Baltimore, as the world champions' consistency, power and cohesion proved too much in the fourth Test. The series offered key lessons about the state of rugby's greatest rivalry, with the Boks' forward power and glimpses of the All Blacks of old shaping the narrative.

Soccer: Pressure Mounts on Parkinson at Wrexham

Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson is feeling the heat after a sluggish start to the Championship continued with a 6-0 thrashing at West Ham. The question now is whether Parkinson can bounce back again. In the Irish Premiership, a Glentoran side that promised so much on paper has failed to deliver, raising questions about what is going wrong this season.

Motorcycling: Marquez Takes Championship Lead in San Marino

Defending Moto GP champion Marc Marquez moved top of the standings with a sprint-race double in San Marino, seizing control of the title race.

Basketball: Team USA-France Gold Medal Game Preview

Team USA and France will meet in a rematch of the Olympic gold medal game in the World Cup finale, with Les Bleues having been the better team so far in Berlin. In transfer news, Ukrainian center Kate Koval has been granted a waiver to join Baylor after leaving LSU because the Tigers signed a Russian player. Baylor officially signed Koval several weeks after her departure from Baton Rouge.

Track & Field: Jefferson-Wooden, Bednarek Win Ultimate Championship

Melissa Jefferson-Wooden ran a world-leading 10.62 seconds in the 100 meters at the Ultimate Championship, with Kenny Bednarek also capturing a title. Keely Hodgkinson was again denied a major prize by rival Audrey Werro but revealed she had overcome a torn hamstring to make the start line. World Athletics' stance on sanctions for Russian athletes “will not change,” said Sebastian Coe.

Golf: Lowry Leads Irish Open; Kosgei Wins Great North Run

Shane Lowry produced an inspired display on the greens to take a four-shot lead into the final round of the Irish Open, closing in on his first individual win since 2022. At the Great North Run, Kenya's Brigid Kosgei won the women's race as Eilish McColgan dropped out early with injury, while American Zouhair Talbi took the men's event.

Snooker, Triathlon, Rugby League & More

Mark Williams pulled off a superb fightback to beat Shaun Murphy and book a spot against Ali Carter in Sunday's English Open final. Great Britain's Georgia Taylor-Brown won her first World Series race in three years in the Czech Republic, with Alex Yee second in the men's event. Leeds Rhinos dominated the 2026 Super League Dream Team with six selections. England's Test opener does not have to be a specialist, according to Marcus Trescothick, who opened the debate on the top of the order.

NFL, UFC & Personal Milestones

Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is entering his 22nd season and chasing the record book, with ESPN chronicling his “last rodeo.” Dana White said the UFC will discuss Tom Aspinall's heavyweight title status after almost a year out with injury. Wales forward Georgia Evans reflected on a whirlwind year that included a league title, an engagement, buying a house and starting the IVF process.